Scott L. Mingus, Sr. (born August 15, 1956) is an internationally recognized, award-winning miniature wargamer and gamemaster, prolific American Civil War author, and the publisher of a leading wargaming magazine. He and his wife Debi are the co-founders of the Johnny Reb Gaming Society, the largest international wargaming society devoted to gaming the American Civil War.
Scott Mingus was born in Zanesville, Ohio, to Robert Earl and Mary (Williams) Mingus. Coming from a long military family, his father had been a aircraft mechanic during the Second World War in the European Theatre, and later helped develop Scott's love for history, especially the Civil War. Growing up in East Fultonham, Ohio, Scott enjoyed playing sports and studying history. At Maysville Senior High School, Mingus was active in sports. Following a devasting defeat his last football game his senior year, he met Deborah Lynn Ferrell from Zanesville, whom he married May 21, 1977.
Two years later, Mingus moved to Painesville, Ohio, where he accepted a job working in the lab of the Avery Dennison. The couple raised three children, Scott Jr., Tom, and Melissa in Painesville and later in Mentor and Perry. In mid-July 2001, Mingus moved to York, Pennsylvania, to take a management position with the P.H. Glatfelter Company as Global Director of Research and Development. He authored a number of leading wargaming scenario books, including the two-volume set Enduring Valor: Gettysburg in Miniature, the popularly acclaimed Undying Courage: Antietam in Miniature, Crossed Sabers, and Touched With Fire, as well as establishing and editing , which became the leading publication for Civil War miniature wargamers.
In 2003, Mingus's family expanded with the marriage of his son, Scott Jr., to Rebecca Ellen Godbey of Ashland, Kentucky. Not long afterwards, Mingus began writing articles for Civil War magazines. In 2005, he introduced his first non-wargaming book entitled, Human Interest Stories of the Gettysburg Campaign. Following this came other books, Human Interest Stories of the Antieam Campaign (2007), and Human Interest Stories of the Gettysburg Campaign, Volume 2 (2007). In early 2008, his first full-length work, Flames Beyond the Susquehanna: The Gordon Expedition, June 1863, will be published by Ironclad Publishing, and another wargaming scenario book, Brothers Divided, will be published by Marek/Janci Design.
Scott Mingus was born in Zanesville, Ohio, to Robert Earl and Mary (Williams) Mingus. Coming from a long military family, his father had been a aircraft mechanic during the Second World War in the European Theatre, and later helped develop Scott's love for history, especially the Civil War. Growing up in East Fultonham, Ohio, Scott enjoyed playing sports and studying history. At Maysville Senior High School, Mingus was active in sports. Following a devasting defeat his last football game his senior year, he met Deborah Lynn Ferrell from Zanesville, whom he married May 21, 1977.
Two years later, Mingus moved to Painesville, Ohio, where he accepted a job working in the lab of the Avery Dennison. The couple raised three children, Scott Jr., Tom, and Melissa in Painesville and later in Mentor and Perry. In mid-July 2001, Mingus moved to York, Pennsylvania, to take a management position with the P.H. Glatfelter Company as Global Director of Research and Development. He authored a number of leading wargaming scenario books, including the two-volume set Enduring Valor: Gettysburg in Miniature, the popularly acclaimed Undying Courage: Antietam in Miniature, Crossed Sabers, and Touched With Fire, as well as establishing and editing , which became the leading publication for Civil War miniature wargamers.
In 2003, Mingus's family expanded with the marriage of his son, Scott Jr., to Rebecca Ellen Godbey of Ashland, Kentucky. Not long afterwards, Mingus began writing articles for Civil War magazines. In 2005, he introduced his first non-wargaming book entitled, Human Interest Stories of the Gettysburg Campaign. Following this came other books, Human Interest Stories of the Antieam Campaign (2007), and Human Interest Stories of the Gettysburg Campaign, Volume 2 (2007). In early 2008, his first full-length work, Flames Beyond the Susquehanna: The Gordon Expedition, June 1863, will be published by Ironclad Publishing, and another wargaming scenario book, Brothers Divided, will be published by Marek/Janci Design.
Buzzsaw Haircut is an independent periodical published by a group of Ithaca College students six times a year.
About BH
Who
Buzzsaw Haircut is entirely produced by the Ithaca College community and printed by Our Press of Binghamton, NY. It is funded by the Ithaca College Student Government Association, the Park School of Communications, and a generous grant from Campus Progress. It was founded by Ithaca College alumni Abby Bertumen, Kelly Burdick, Bryan Chambala, Sam Costello, Cole Louison and James Sigman.
What
BH is a liberal-leaning campus magazine that accepts writing from students and faculty. Buzzsaw Haircut's goal is to publish original creative journalism, commentary and satire, which works to deconstruct society, pop culture, politics, college life and dominant Western beliefs. The magazine is published with a monthly theme that directs the content of the main content section, Upfront. Other sections include News+Views, covering current events, Ministry of Cool, which includes reviews of books, music and movies as well as discussions of related pop culture topics, and Sawdust, the section for satire, cartoons and "Buzzsaw Asks Why," a short but critical look at the strange happenings on campus.
Where
The print version is available on the Ithaca College campus, the greater Ithaca community, and by request. The online URL is available below.
When
The magazine was founded in early 1999.
Why
The magazine exists to inspire thoughtful debate and open up the channels through which information is shared. Buzzsaw Haircut's goal is to publish original creative journalism, commentary and satire, which works to deconstruct society, pop culture, politics, college life and social norms. More to come.
Awards
• 2003 — winner, "Best Sense of Humor," Campus Alternative Journalism Project.
• 2005 — winner, "Best Independent Campus Publication with a Budget Under $10,000," Independent Press Association.
• 2005 — first place, "Political Commentary" Conservative Activism? and Scary? Yes, but Winning by Matt Corley, Kate Sheppard and Jeremy Levine, Independent Press Association.
• 2006 - winner, "Economic/Labor Coverage" A Hunger for Ethics by Julie Perng, Independent Press Association.
• 2006 - winner, "GLBT Coverage" Paradox Found by Meagan Murray, Independent Press Association.
• 2006 - winner, "Publication of the Year," Campus Progress.
Miscellaneous Info
*In October 2005 Buzzsaw Haircut published an article on open source which included an interview with 's very own Jimmy Wales.
*The current staff's love of music led to a spin-off campus group, Really Neat Concerts. RNC presents musical events for all tastes and causes.
*Buzzsaw Haircut once skipped a year of publication.
*The name "Buzzsaw Haircut" was taken from the Mojo Nixon song "Hamlet Chicken Plant Disaster."
About BH
Who
Buzzsaw Haircut is entirely produced by the Ithaca College community and printed by Our Press of Binghamton, NY. It is funded by the Ithaca College Student Government Association, the Park School of Communications, and a generous grant from Campus Progress. It was founded by Ithaca College alumni Abby Bertumen, Kelly Burdick, Bryan Chambala, Sam Costello, Cole Louison and James Sigman.
What
BH is a liberal-leaning campus magazine that accepts writing from students and faculty. Buzzsaw Haircut's goal is to publish original creative journalism, commentary and satire, which works to deconstruct society, pop culture, politics, college life and dominant Western beliefs. The magazine is published with a monthly theme that directs the content of the main content section, Upfront. Other sections include News+Views, covering current events, Ministry of Cool, which includes reviews of books, music and movies as well as discussions of related pop culture topics, and Sawdust, the section for satire, cartoons and "Buzzsaw Asks Why," a short but critical look at the strange happenings on campus.
Where
The print version is available on the Ithaca College campus, the greater Ithaca community, and by request. The online URL is available below.
When
The magazine was founded in early 1999.
Why
The magazine exists to inspire thoughtful debate and open up the channels through which information is shared. Buzzsaw Haircut's goal is to publish original creative journalism, commentary and satire, which works to deconstruct society, pop culture, politics, college life and social norms. More to come.
Awards
• 2003 — winner, "Best Sense of Humor," Campus Alternative Journalism Project.
• 2005 — winner, "Best Independent Campus Publication with a Budget Under $10,000," Independent Press Association.
• 2005 — first place, "Political Commentary" Conservative Activism? and Scary? Yes, but Winning by Matt Corley, Kate Sheppard and Jeremy Levine, Independent Press Association.
• 2006 - winner, "Economic/Labor Coverage" A Hunger for Ethics by Julie Perng, Independent Press Association.
• 2006 - winner, "GLBT Coverage" Paradox Found by Meagan Murray, Independent Press Association.
• 2006 - winner, "Publication of the Year," Campus Progress.
Miscellaneous Info
*In October 2005 Buzzsaw Haircut published an article on open source which included an interview with 's very own Jimmy Wales.
*The current staff's love of music led to a spin-off campus group, Really Neat Concerts. RNC presents musical events for all tastes and causes.
*Buzzsaw Haircut once skipped a year of publication.
*The name "Buzzsaw Haircut" was taken from the Mojo Nixon song "Hamlet Chicken Plant Disaster."
First Councilor is a fictional position in the Sword of Truth fantasy series by Terry Goodkind.
Responsibilities
First Councilor is the title given to the leader of the nation of Westland. Responsible for all of the towns and villages of Westland as well as the country people, the First Councilor is also Commander in Chief of the Westland Army.
Michael Cypher was appointed First Councilor at the beginning of the series and held that position until his death.
First Councilor
Responsibilities
First Councilor is the title given to the leader of the nation of Westland. Responsible for all of the towns and villages of Westland as well as the country people, the First Councilor is also Commander in Chief of the Westland Army.
Michael Cypher was appointed First Councilor at the beginning of the series and held that position until his death.
First Councilor
Square Haven is a video-game site specializing in content related to Square Enix (formerly Square Co.) products. Launched in 1998 by Matt Berti, the website offers news stories, game reviews, and text interviews. Square Haven places more of a focus on reader participation, inviting readers to submit reviews, rate games, and comment on news articles.
The Albums Database
Another feature of the website is the Square Haven Albums Database, created by Paul Le in January of 2003, featuring game music releases published in Japan and internationally.
The People Database
The Square Enix People Database is an attempt to list and compile information on the most vital people within or near the Square Enix sphere, including game creators, music composers, and notable enthusiasts. Pages include a brief biography, gallery, list of credits, interviews, and related links. Initial database creation is credited to Matt Berti, Jeriaska, and Ziyad Khesbak; entries are now updated by the Square Haven staff and informed by reader contributions.
The Albums Database
Another feature of the website is the Square Haven Albums Database, created by Paul Le in January of 2003, featuring game music releases published in Japan and internationally.
The People Database
The Square Enix People Database is an attempt to list and compile information on the most vital people within or near the Square Enix sphere, including game creators, music composers, and notable enthusiasts. Pages include a brief biography, gallery, list of credits, interviews, and related links. Initial database creation is credited to Matt Berti, Jeriaska, and Ziyad Khesbak; entries are now updated by the Square Haven staff and informed by reader contributions.