SCSC NEWS
Hello, Southern California Seminole Club Member/Friend!
For Up-to-the Date Information, Visit our Website: www.SeminoleClub.com
Your E-Newsletter for August 17, 2007
In this issue:
1. President's Message
2. Support FSU
3. Upcoming SCSC Board Elections
4. News from SCSC Members and FSU Alums
5. News from FSU – What's Cooking
6. Football Isn't the Only Sport at FSU
7. Football
8. Your Board, Officers, and Committees
9. Visit Our Website
10. To Unsubscribe from Broadcasts
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1. PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE:
Since football season is less than a month away, we've added our viewing sites and the table to record our scores. This information is Item # 7 in the SCSC News.
2. SUPPORT FSU
To increase your support of Florida State University, please join these organizations:
· Become a member of the FSU Alumni Association by going to www.alumni.fsu.edu. Click on membership. You can join online. The annual cost is $35.00/individual or $45.00/joint membership. Better yet, take out a life membership for $650/individual or $750/joint. This can be paid via 10 payments.
· Become a Seminole Booster by going to www.seminole-boosters.com. Membership begins at $65.00 for an Iron Arrow and go to thousands, for those who have the dough. You can join online.
3. UPCOMING SCSC BOARD ELECTIONS
Believe it or not, it will soon be time for our SCSC Board elections. There are three people on our SCSC Board whose terms expire December 31, 2007. At least two of those folks have indicated that they wish to seek re-election to the Board. Several folks stated an interest in serving on the SCSC Board when they completed the SCSC Membership Form.
SCSC Secretary, Jeff Hyde, will be coordinating this year's SCSC elections. Jeff has been given a copy of the membership forms of folks who indicated an interest in serving on the Board. He will be contacting those folks. If you are interested in serving as an SCSC Board member, please contact Jeff ASAP at his e-mail address: wjhydefsu@aol.com. Ballots will go out by October 31st to all folks who have paid dues since August 1st, 2006. So, if you want to vote and haven't paid your dues since then, you'll want to go to our website and click on Membership and print out the form.
4. NEWS FROM SCSC MEMBERS AND FSU ALUMS
· Henry Simonds writes that the documentary that he has been working on for the last two years on the FSU football team and coach, Bobby Bowden, is in post-production. A trailer has just posted on You Tube. To check it out, go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgzitcD5aGO. Henry can be reached at hsimonds@earthlink.net for more information. Unfortunately, I was unable to "reach" this link. Perhaps our readers will have more luck.
· Michele Ramirez Seeking Football Tickets. Michelle writes that she is seeking tickets for the FSU vs. Alabama game in Jacksonville. Anyone who can help her get tickets can contact her via e-mail at maramirez@cox.net. Michelle says thanks.
· Dimitri Diatchenko of DareDevil Entertainment Sent Us Highlights of His Fantastic Career! In February, 2005, he landed his first leading man role in the WWII story, "Miriam", with co-star Arianna Savalas. In it, he plays Alexi, the warm-hearted KGB agent who falls in love with Miriam and marries her despite her Jewish heritage, protects her from the post WWII bigotry and is killed for his efforts. In June, 2006, Dimitri booked the leading Russian Mafia boss, Sergei Kraisolv, on the series, "Desire: Table for Three" on My Network where he was in 10 episodes, working with the Italian mob until he was busted by the FBI. In December, 2006, he booked a guest star in the hot, new USA network TV series, "Burn Notice" as Boris, the Russian mafia boss in Lagos, Nigeria. Boris extorts money from the oil companies by threatening them for protection money for their pipeline safety. In March, 2007, Dimitri booked guest starring roles on two of the hottest CBS episodes, "Criminal Minds" and "Shark". In "Criminal Minds" he plays Lyov Fulenko, a renegade Russian mafia captain who kidnaps other Russian immigrants for ransom. In "Shark" he plays Gavin Lundy, a wealthy nightclub owner/loan shark who kills an employee who decides to back out of an illegal assignment which entails hacking into the D.A.'s (James Woods), computer. Dimitri will also be appearing in the comedy film, "Remarkable Power", with Tom Arnold, Kip Pardue and Kevin Nealan, as Ivan, the Czech porn director. This film has been accepted into the Toronto Film Festival and will be released in theaters following its festival appearances. Dimitri's performance of his original composition for solo guitar entitled, "Tango en Paraiso" will be part of the soundtrack of this film. Mel Bay Publications has publishing this piece in a book called, "Master Anthology of New Classic Guitar Solos, Vol. 1", which is available worldwide. Presently, Dimitri is working on the Steven Spielberg/George Lucas production entitled, "The Genre Project", which is "Indiana Jones 4". In this epic feature film, Dimitri is one of the main villains who is in hot pursuit of Indiana Jones from the beginning of the film to the end. Due to the secrecy of this project, no more can be said about Dimitri's role or the plot line of the film. You'll just have to go see it in theaters in May, 2008. Since 1999, Dimitri has recorded four solo guitar CD's that are available both on www.dimitrid.com and on CD baby and Amazon.com. When he's not working on an acting job he teaches guitar privately, does studio gigs, and performs as a soloist and occasionally with local bands who need a lead guitarist to "lay it down". Visit Dimitri at www.dimitrid.com.
· We want YOUR News Here! Please send your news (personal, business, whatever) to Sheila Riley to be included in our next E-Newsletter. Send to sheilaandruss@aol.com. Please, send us some information so we're not just reporting on the FSU alums out here in the Entertainment Industry. We want to report on what our Entertainment Alums are doing. We also want to report on what lots of alums are doing. We want to report on lots of various Nole activities here in SoCal!
· News from The Warren Report
o From Ryan Causey (BFA '06) "My internship with the Academy of TV Arts & Sciences is going great. I've been assigned to work with the writing staff of Canterbury's Law, a new show coming to FOX in January. I'm reading outlines and scripts like they're going out of style and learning a ton about how a writing department runs along the way. I'm working with them till at least early September and then I'll be trying to continue working in a television writer's room as a PA or the like."
o Meghan Robertson (BFA '03) is beginning her second season as an Assistant Editor on CSI Miami.
o Possibly of Interest to FSU Seminoles: A reality series that will focus on the lives of former pro athlete, Deion Sanders, and his family, called "Deion and Pilar Sanders: Prime Time Love". Deion and ex-model Pilar have five children and live in a small town in Texas. Oxygen has ordered 8 episodes from SokoLobl Entertainment and is looking at a 1st qtr 2008 launch.
o CFP Productions (How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days) on the Paramount Lot is seeking interns who are hard-working, self-starters, eager to learn about development and get a foot in the door. Looking for college students or recent graduates. Learn the ins and outs of entertainment and gain valuable desk experience. E-mail resumes to developmentintern@hotmail.com.
o From Melissa Rossi (BFA '04): Eyes of the World Productions, specializing in socially conscious media, using the power of media to address pressing social issues, is looking for interns. Culver City. E-mail resumes to Melissa@eyesoftheworldproductio ns.com.
o Melissa Rossi also writes that Meaningful Media is looking for interns. Meaningful Media is a non-profit network. Office is also located in Culver City. Please e-mail resumes to Melissa@meaningfulmedia.org.
o Meryl Writes: GREAT short term project seeks two volunteers to assist in production of music video. Produced at RSA Films (Ridley Scott's company), directed by Lauri Faggioni (Michel Gondry's production designer) and for an *amazing* band. Seeking a volunteer to work in the production office alongside the production team – general office responsibilities and basic runs. Also seeking a volunteer to drive out-of-town director in her daily responsibilities. If interested, please contact Kris Eber at kriseber@mac.com.
o CAMION DE CARGA (BFA '06 – John Sebastian Jacome & Crew) has just been selected to screen at LA Shorts Fest which runs September 15 – 17, 2007 at the AMC Burbank Town Center 6, 770 N. First St., Burbank Ca. 91502. For more information, go to www.lashortsfest.com.
o THE CARESS OF THE CREATURE (MFA Thesis 2006 – Stewart McAlpine & Crew) and WOLF (BFA F-3 – Alex Durham & Crew) have been accepted to screen at the 13th Annual Palm Springs International Festival of Short films scheduled for August 23 – 29, 2007. More FSU entries are still pending. For more info go to www.psfilmfest.org. Let's get some Coachella Valley FSU alums in attendance. (SKR)
5. NEWS FROM FSU – WHAT'S COOKING
6. FOOTBALL ISN'T THE ONLY SPORT AT FSU
From the July 31st edition of the OSECOLA, page 6, "If Florida State University director of athletics Dave Hart Jr. finishes his current contract, he will have been the top man in Seminoles athletics for 14 years. But, as of now, he will not get a chance for a 15th. FSU president T.K. Weatherall informed Hart in a letter dated May 29 that his contract, which expires in January, 209, will not be renewed."
Unless noted otherwise, additional information on the following stories can sometimes be located at www.cstv.com. Click on teams; and then click on FSU. Some stories may still be available in depth and some may not. We hope you'll find what you're looking for.
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Women's Volleyball |
9/7/2007 – 9/8/2007 |
Tournament in Long Beach |
The FSU Women's Volleyball Team will be playing in a tournament at Long Beach State. Let's get a group of So Cal FSU alums to cheer them on! |
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Men's Basketball |
08/05/2007 |
Coach to be Inducted into the Gaston County Hall of Fame |
FSU head men's basketball coach – Leonard Hamilton – inducted into the Gaston County (NC) Hall of fame. Hamilton graduated from Gastonia's Highland High in 1966 and starred at Gaston Community College for 2 seasons |
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Cross Country |
08/01/2007 |
Coach Joins FSU Staff |
Karen Harvey, one of the nation's top Cross Country coaches, has joined the FSU Cross Country team just in time for the 2007 cross country season. |
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Swimming & Diving |
08/01/2007 |
Kyle Young Qualifies for Olympic Trials |
Sr. Kyle Young qualified for the 2008 Olympic Trials in the 1,500 freestyle at the 2007 ConocoPhillips National Champion-ships. |
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Women's Softball |
08/01/2007 |
Barbara Sherwood joins Softball Coaching Staff |
Barbara Sherwood will be an assistant working with the pitchers and catchers. |
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Interested in Future Schedules? |
Go to FSU.edu and then to quick links. Go to Athletics and then to the sport you wish more information about. | ||
7. FOOTBALL
2007 FLORIDA STATE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
(For up-to-date information, go to www.SeminoleClub.com)
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07/02/07 |
Season Tickets |
FSU Football Season Tickets are still available for $ 215.00. Check out the ticket page on www.seminoles.com or call 850-644-1350 with any questions. |
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09/03/07 |
Clemson |
Clemson, SC |
5:00 pm PT |
ESPN
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Pre-Game Events |
Sept. 2nd |
FSU Pep Rally: "The Ultimate Tailgating Experience" is being held at the great southeast Balloon Fest and sponsored by the Upper S. Carolina Seminole Club. Long onto the Anderson website for directions. www.AndersonEvents.com. The celebration will include a performance by Rita Coolidge (FSU grad) accompanied by The Greater Anderson Music Arts Consortium starting at 7:30. After the concert, there will be a $40,000 fireworks display. |
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Sept. 3rd |
The Upper S.C Seminole Club will host a pre-game B-B-Q at the Clemson YMCA from 4 – 5:30 pm. The cost is $ 12.00/advance; $15.00/day of event. For more information, visit www.upstateseminoles.com or call Diane Ervin at 864-268-3730. |
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09/08/07 |
UAB |
Tallahassee, FL |
2:00 pm PT |
ESPNU
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09/15/07 |
Colorado |
Boulder, CO |
7:00 pm PT |
ESPN
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Pre-Game Event as FSU meets the University of Colorado |
Enjoy food and entertainment while mingling with other FSU alumni and friends prior to the game. For information or to make reservations call (888) 553-5527. Space is limited so make your reservations early. |
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09/29/07 |
Alabama |
Jacksonville, FL |
TBA |
TBA
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FSU vs. Alabama Game Sold Out |
After expanding the stadium to maximum capacity for the FSU vs. Alabama game, the Gator Bowl Assn. announced that the River City Showdown on Saturday, Sept. 29th is a sellout with an expected crowd of over 85,000. |
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10/06/07 |
North Carolina State |
Tallahassee, FL |
TBA |
TBA
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10/11/07 |
Wake Forest |
Winston-Salem, NC |
4:30 pm PT |
ESPN
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10/20/07 |
Miami |
Tallahassee, FL |
TBA |
TBA
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10/27/07 |
Duke |
Tallahassee, FL |
TBA |
TBA
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11/03/07 |
Boston College |
Chestnut Hill, MA |
TBA |
TBA
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Seminole Boosters, Inc. has once again teamed up with Target Sport Adventures to offer another event-packed trip to New England. A pre-game brunch on the Charles River Board Cruise, as well as transportation to the game are included. Airfare is also included in this Boston Tour package. Whether you chose the 2 or 3 night option, be sure not to miss out on this wonderful trip. To reserve your space on the 2007 Boston Tour visit Target Sports Adventures or call 800-832-4242, ext 8. |
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11/10/07 |
Virginia Tech |
Blacksburg, VA |
TBA |
TBA
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11/17/07 |
Maryland |
Tallahassee, FL |
TBA |
TBA
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11/24/07 |
Florida |
Gainesville, FL |
TBA |
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SEMINOLE FOOTBALL VIEWING SITES
Most of our Seminole Football Viewing Sites give the SCSC
Members a discount – be sure to bring your membership card!
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LA |
Big Wangs 1562 N. Cahuenga Blvd.; Hollywood, CA 90028 Corner of Cahuenga Blvd. & Selma Ave. 323-469-2449 |
Krystle Tabangcura Cell: 213-200-0626 Jason Burns Cell: 818-284-3836 |
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LA / Beaches |
Sharkeez – Manhattan Beach 3801 Highland Ave. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-6563 |
Peter Gaidis Home: 310-376-1710 Cell: 813-728-9024 Lisa Ptacek Cell: 310-365-2237 |
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Orange County |
National Sports Grill 450 N. State College Blvd. Orange, CA. 92868 714-935-0300 |
Betty Clopton 714-838-3551 (leave a message) Carl Hoffman |
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San Diego |
Oggi's @ Liberty Station 2562 Laning Road; San Diego, CA 92106 619-876-5000; www.oggis.com (located between Ha | |