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Shamsid-Deen shut down, Mason's status uncertain for Georgia

(02/24/15 12:16am)

Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl announced Friday that Tahj Shamsid-Deen will undergo surgery on both shoulders and will miss the rest of the season. "Unfortunately, this has been his fifth or sixth dislocation and a couple on each shoulder," Pearl said. "He has never had a separated shoulder up until this year. He is going to need surgery on both shoulders and he is going to shut down. His first surgery will be next Thursday." Shamsid-Deen, who reinjured his left shoulder during the Tigers' midweek loss to Arkansas, played 23 minutes per game while averaging 6.1 points. "At this point we don't want there to any more damage," Pearl said. "He has been a real warrior battling through pain." The status of fellow guard Antoine Mason is also unclear for the Tigers' Saturday matchup against Georgia. "(Mason) is in New York City with his dad," Pearl said. "It has been a difficult time for Antoine and his family. We just have them in our prayers. We have been in touch every day, talking and texting." Mason's father, former NBA All-Star Anthony Mason, is reportedly fighting for his life in New York, but Pearl said he recommend Mason be there for his family. "He has done so with the team as well," Pearl said. "His status, as far as when he will come back, is uncertain. We will take it day-to-day and pray that his dad survives this really difficult time." With two starting guards likely unavailable for Saturday's showdown against Georgia, Pearl said players such as K.C. Ross-Miller, Malcolm Canada and Patrick Keim will have to step up. Pearl said the trials of the season were taking a toll on the morale of the team, but that his squad would do what it could to make the best of the remaining season. "We will roll our sleeves up every single day and figure out a game plan against the teams we are competing against," Pearl said. "We will keep laying the foundation. I feel bad for our fan base. I really do."

https://www.theplainsman.com/article/2015/02/shamsid-deen-shut-down-masons-status-uncertain-for-georgia

Editorial: WARNING: Vaccine may prevent disease

(02/25/15 6:44pm)

Vaccinations have become a hot topic after the measles outbreak linked to a California Disneyland theme park. This outbreak should remind Auburn citizens they should be getting vaccinated and should vaccinate their children. Anyone who doesn't vaccinate puts the lives of others at risk. The AU Med Clinic was not able to comment on Auburn University's vaccination policies in time for publication. According to a recent Time magazine article, 121 cases of measles were reported. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has tracked the virus to 17 states and Washington, D.C. Doctors said they believe the outbreak is linked to people refusing to get vaccinated and not vaccinating their children, believing vaccines may lead to health risks or cause autism. In 1998, The Lancet published a study, led by Andrew Wakefield, a former surgeon in Great Britain, suggesting autism could be caused by vaccinations, but according to a New York Times article from 2010, the journal has retracted the findings after a British medical panel found that Wakefield violated research ethics rules and did not show enough compassion or care for the children involved in his study. Aside from believing vaccines may cause health issues, some people refuse to have anything to do with vaccinations because of their belief systems, such as Scientology, which has become known for its stance against many modern medicine practices. According to an interview conducted by BeliefNet, reverend John Carmichael of the Church of Scientology said there is nothing in the Scientology scriptures that discusses vaccinations. It is important for students to get vaccinated because students interact with those at higher risk of infection, children, pregnant women and the elderly, on a daily basis. Families tour Auburn University, people send their children to the day care on campus and some professors students go home to their partners and children. Vaccinations have helped nearly eradicate measles, mumps and rubella in the United States. According to the CDC, the MMR vaccine, which prevents measles, mumps and rubella, has a 95 percent effectiveness with the first dose and a second dose gives immunity to nearly all of those who did not respond effectively to the first dose. Even as a student, you could expose others to diseases if you are not vaccinated. Professors go home to their children; students spend weekends with their families. Be responsible. Get vaccinated.

https://www.theplainsman.com/article/2015/02/editorial-warning-vaccine-may-prevent-disease

Tigers allow Razorbacks to eclipse century mark in foul-laden loss

(02/24/15 1:51am)

A total of 53 fouls were committed in the game between Auburn and Arkansas Tuesday Feb.10, a game that lasted almost two and a half hours. When it was finally over, Auburn was on the wrong end of a 101-87 loss, marking the first time Auburn has surrendered 100 points to an opponent since November 2013. "This is as well as (Arkansas) has shot the ball in a while," said head coach Bruce Pearl. "Particularly on the road. They're better from two then three, but tonight they were terrific from three." The Razorbacks were 11 of 23 from three-point land, but they still got their points down low, outscoring the Tigers 44-20 in the paint. The loss was Auburn's third game in six days, and Pearl said he thinks fatigue may have been a factor. "We didn't contest and we didn't defend," Pearl said. "I think the Thursday-Saturday-Tuesday showed a little bit, in the sense that I don't know that we were as aggressive, and obviously weren't very effective defensively." KT Harrell and K.C. Ross-Miller tied for the scoring lead on the night with 21, with Ross-Miller coming off the bench to replace the injured Tahj Shamsid-Deen. Shamsid-Deen has been battling a shoulder injury all season, but Pearl said this time it may be more serious. Even with 44 points from the bench, Auburn still couldn't find an answer for the Hogs. Ross Miller said lack of execution ultimately led to the Tigers' downfall. "We didn't compete enough defensively," Ross-Miller said. "We scored 87 points. That should be enough to win." It seemed as if there was a foul called on every possession Tuesday nigt, but Pearl said he agreed with the calls, and the referees were simply doing their job. "The game was chippy," Pearl said. "The officials had to take control of the game, and I thought they did a good job. If the players are going to play like that, then the officials have no choice. They've got to take control. There was a lot of talking right from the jump." The loss drops Auburn to two games under .500 at 11-13, with a 3-8 mark in SEC play. Next up is a trip to Athens, Georgia, on Saturday, Feb. 14, for a matchup with the Georgia Bulldogs, who currently boast a 15-7 record.

https://www.theplainsman.com/article/2015/02/tigers-allow-razorbacks-to-eclipse-century-mark-in-foul-laden-loss

Seven Auburn players invited to NFL Combine

(02/24/15 3:06am)

The NFL announced the list of 323 former college football players invited to this year's NFL Combine starting February 17th. Among Auburn's exiting players, seven have been selected to attend the Combine, including Nick Marshall, Cameron Artis-Payne, Sammie Coates, Reese Dismukes, Gabe Wright, Jermaine Whitehead and Angelo Blackson. Former Auburn quarterback Nick Marshall, who amassed 4508 passing yards, 1866 rushing yards and ended with a career starter record of 19-7, is expected to switch from quarterback to cornerback in the NFL. Cameron Artis-Payne, the SEC's latest leading rusher with 1608 yards, will be tested along side Georgia's Todd Gurley and Heisman runner-up Melvin Gordon. In addition to Artis-Payne and Marshall, the Tiger's former wide-out Sammie Coates will look to improve his draft stock. Coates' 6-feet-2-inch, 200-plus pound frame coupled with blazing speed could go far in impressing scouts in an especially pass-heavy league. Former Auburn center and Rimington Award winner Reese Dismukes is the only offensive lineman invited to the Combine despite underclassman Patrick Miller deciding to leave early and declare for the draft. A pair of former Tiger defensive linemen, Gabe Wright and Angelo Blackson, has also been invited to the Combine along with 10 other SEC defensive linemen. Jermaine Whitehead stands alone as the only Auburn defensive back among 54 players to get the nod from the Combine. For the players that were not selected to attend the Combine, such as Patrick Miller or C.J. Uzomah, the importance of their pro days becomes that much more magnified if they want to impress scouts.

https://www.theplainsman.com/article/2015/02/seven-auburn-players-invited-to-nfl-combine

University Senate approves proposal to limit number of repeat courses

(02/03/15 11:35pm)

The University Senate voted on and approved a proposal that will limit the number of times a student can repeat a class in which they receive a D or F at their meeting Tuesday, Feb. 3, in Broun Hall Auditorium. Constance Relihan, associate provost for undergraduate studies presented the proposal that will limit the number of times a student can repeat a course in which they receive a D or F to two times. According to Relihain, there are limits on repeating courses in which a student receives an A, B or C, but now students will be limited when it comes to courses they receive a D or F as well. "We have found that many students repeat courses multiple times," Relihain said. "It would be better off for that student to switch to a major that is better sited for his or her talents." Relihan said limiting the number of times a student can retake a course would benefit students by allowing them to graduate in a timely manner. "If there is a legitimate reason for a student to take a course a third time that can certainly be done," Relihan said. "But the policy calls for a conversation between the student and the academic associate dean prior to enrolling in that class." In other University Senate news: -Proposal approved to revise the wording of the introduction to the Capacity Policy -Took nominations to replace Mark Taylor of the University Writing Committee when his term is complete in 2016. -Took nominations for Rules Committee Members to be voted on at the March senate meeting. -Introduced an information item regarding changes to staff and faculty athletic tickets. "Instead of faculty and staff having to use a specific gate and show their ID and ticket when entering the stadium, they now will receive general admission tickets," said Brian Keeter, director of public affairs. "It's a much easier process and you don't have to worry about using your ID."

https://www.theplainsman.com/article/2015/02/university-senate-approves-proposal-to-limit-number-of-repeat-courses