Big A HG Posted January 3, 2012 Posted January 3, 2012 I'm one of the crazy few who wouldn't mind Flickertails. I don't necessarily like the name Flickertails, but since it was a former moniker of ours, it would kind of make the nickname thing come full circle. I hate the idea that we'd essentially be another name for Gopher, though. Quote
darell1976 Posted January 3, 2012 Posted January 3, 2012 I'm one of the crazy few who wouldn't mind Flickertails. I don't necessarily like the name Flickertails, but since it was a former moniker of ours, it would kind of make the nickname thing come full circle. I hate the idea that we'd essentially be another name for Gopher, though. That is my reason for not liking Flickertails....I would rather be a Roughrider (remember I am a GFC alumn) than a Flickertail. Quote
The Sicatoka Posted January 3, 2012 Posted January 3, 2012 (WARNING: Self-serving post follows.) I like my new signature, follow the link to learn what the word means. That word would work with the UND "flame" logo, but I'd also like to see a new burning stick logo (as a torch or a weapon) designed just for athletics. And I like the notion of being "somebody with a strong or aggressive personality who encourages unrest". And we'd forever get to say ... Fire. Brand. Quote
Shawn-O Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I'd like a new nickname that intimidates the opponent and strikes fear into their hearts. Ladies and gentlemen I submit to you to University of North Dakota Congressmen. Quote
IrishSiouxFan Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I'd like a new nickname that intimidates the opponent and strikes fear into their hearts. Ladies and gentlemen I submit to you to University of North Dakota Congressmen. How about the "Statesmen"? Still NOWHERE as cool as the Fighting Sioux. Quote
The Sicatoka Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I'd like a new nickname that intimidates the opponent and strikes fear into their hearts. Ladies and gentlemen I submit to you to University of North Dakota ... IRS Auditors ... Motto: "We're here to help!" That's scarier than Congressmen. Quote
The Sicatoka Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 (WARNING: Self-serving post follows.) I like my new signature, follow the link to learn what the word means. That word would work with the UND "flame" logo, but I'd also like to see a new burning stick logo (as a torch or a weapon) designed just for athletics. And I like the notion of being "somebody with a strong or aggressive personality who encourages unrest". And we'd forever get to say ... Fire. Brand. Torch 'em. Quote
IrishSiouxFan Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 Torch 'em. (WARNING: Self-serving post follows.) I like my new signature, follow the link to learn what the word means. That word would work with the UND "flame" logo, but I'd also like to see a new burning stick logo (as a torch or a weapon) designed just for athletics. And I like the notion of being "somebody with a strong or aggressive personality who encourages unrest". And we'd forever get to say ... Fire. Brand. The definition is cool and definitely unique but it just doesn't roll of the tip of your tongue. How about the Blaze or Blazers? Quote
Unknown Siouxldier Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 How about "The Shizzle"? Many references available... Snoop, weather phenom, Crowd could chant "You aint Shizzle" Quote
The Sicatoka Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 The definition is cool and definitely unique but it just doesn't roll of the tip of your tongue. How about the Blaze or Blazers? Blaze or Blazers would be too easily negatively-connotated by some parties. The official name could be Firebrand, but in practicality we'd be known as "The Torch". Quote
watchmaker49 Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I propose only current and actual graduates of UND get to vote on the new name. 3 Quote
GeauxSioux Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I propose only current and actual graduates of UND get to vote on the new name. I think you would miss some big "stakeholders", that are major contributors. For instance, did Wes Rydell graduate from UND? For all I know he did, but I'm sure there are others who are big time contributors to UND athletics that would be left out. Quote
iluvdebbies Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I think you would miss some big "stakeholders", that are major contributors. For instance, did Wes Rydell graduate from UND? For all I know he did, but I'm sure there are others who are big time contributors to UND athletics that would be left out. dont forget the "small time" contributors(season ticket holders)!!!! 1 Quote
watchmaker49 Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I think you would miss some big "stakeholders", that are major contributors. For instance, did Wes Rydell graduate from UND? For all I know he did, but I'm sure there are others who are big time contributors to UND athletics that would be left out. Because you give money your voice counts more? Quote
Uncle_Rico Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I propose only current and actual graduates of UND get to vote on the new name. I propose anyone who was against the "Fighting Sioux" nickname has no say because they already got what they wanted. 1 Quote
The Sicatoka Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I propose anyone who was against the "Fighting Sioux" nickname has no say because they already got what they wanted. Quote
GeauxSioux Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 Because you give money your voice counts more? I'm not saying it should count more, I'm just including them. You were excluding them. I agree with Iluvdebbies, "small contributors" need to have a voice, as well. Quote
The Sicatoka Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I propose only current and actual graduates of UND get to vote on the new name. With that statement you miss: - current students who have not graduated - stakeholders who may or may not have attended or graduated - faculty (oh, wait, see the "Uncle Rico Rule" above ) - staff I know folks who should vote, for example PCM, who's done a lot for UND Hockey with his USCHO writing, who wouldn't be able to vote under a "graduates only" mindset. That mindset = FAIL. Quote
Fetch Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 Hold your horses for 3 yrs - I say it is not changing 1 Quote
Blackheart Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 With that statement you miss: - current students who have not graduated - stakeholders who may or may not have attended or graduated - faculty (oh, wait, see the "Uncle Rico Rule" above ) - staff I know folks who should vote, for example PCM, who's done a lot for UND Hockey with his USCHO writing, who wouldn't be able to vote under a "graduates only" mindset. That mindset = FAIL. The fact that he writes for Uscho/cesspool should warrant automatic exclusion. Quote
watchmaker49 Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 With that statement you miss: - current students who have not graduated - stakeholders who may or may not have attended or graduated - faculty (oh, wait, see the "Uncle Rico Rule" above ) - staff I know folks who should vote, for example PCM, who's done a lot for UND Hockey with his USCHO writing, who wouldn't be able to vote under a "graduates only" mindset. That mindset = FAIL. Reading problems? I said current students followed by graduates. My point is that it can not be put up as a public vote. Limits need to be outlined as to who will vote or all you will have is a big mess. From all of posters responces the difficulty of picking and chosing who votes becomes as I said too messy. Stakeholders is too broad of a term. Faculty is too broad is too broad of a term. Small stakeholders, such as season ticketholders, somewhat limited in scope though still too broad. To make it simple the only way is to only allow current students and actual graduates to choose. As for Uncle Rico's comment saying anti-logo people shoul not get a voice, and all those who agree with him, how much more sophmoric can you be? Some here scream how SR voices are not being heard and should get to vote while they wish to deny others their right to vote, hypocricy? Quote
GeauxSioux Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 Reading problems? I said current students followed by graduates. My point is that it can not be put up as a public vote. Limits need to be outlined as to who will vote or all you will have is a big mess. From all of posters responces the difficulty of picking and chosing who votes becomes as I said too messy. Stakeholders is too broad of a term. Faculty is too broad is too broad of a term. Small stakeholders, such as season ticketholders, somewhat limited in scope though still too broad. To make it simple the only way is to only allow current students and actual graduates to choose. As for Uncle Rico's comment saying anti-logo people shoul not get a voice, and all those who agree with him, how much more sophmoric can you be? Some here scream how SR voices are not being heard and should get to vote while they wish to deny others their right to vote, hypocricy? Someone here says that only current students or graduates of UND should vote, while denying the vote to season ticket holders, donators and casual fans. That also seems a bit hypocritical. Quote
lakessioux Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 I think since some of my tax dollars go to UND, I also should have a say in the new name. Quote
watchmaker49 Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 Someone here says that only current students or graduates of UND should vote, while denying the vote to season ticket holders, donators and casual fans. That also seems a bit hypocritical. I am not proposing this to be malicious as Rico is, there is the difference. I am proposing trying to keep it orderly. As lakesioux said they pay taxes so they should get to vote also, there are people younger than 18 who pay property taxes that do not get to vote. I pay property taxes in two counties but only get to vote in one. Have it on a statewide ballot? Bad idea if there ever was one. Just think about it Jay. The only way to keep the process orderly is to only give ballots to current students and graduates. It is not like this is some big democratic issue for everyone to vote on. Quote
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