Issue 3 by Ink Magazine

stay-cation

low-budget â&#x20AC;&#x153;get-awayâ&#x20AC;? guide

get a job or get left behind what to expect post-graduation

cinema influence

major films provide major fashion trends

Vol. 2 No. 3 February 2010

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table of contents campus life 4

Drug Induced Creativity Good or bad? It’s not uncommon for artists to take various drugs to stimulate their artistic ability, but is that really a good idea?

Cheap Dates Saving your wallet while still impressing that special someone. Take your significant other out without breaking the bank.

VCU Students Community Involvement Using your extra time to help others Get a glimpse at what VCU students are doing all over the community, for people other than themselves.

10 Stay-cation The amount of money it takes to take a vacation can be wack, but be creative! Gain a new perspective! Spring Break 2010 is going to be a stay-cation to remember. 12 Quidditch: Not just for Wizards Anymore Wizarding sport now open to Muggles. The immensely popular Harry Potter books have not only inspired a series of movies, they have also inspired students to introduce a magical sport to the Muggle world.

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The Negative Effects of the Flavoured Tobacco Ban What has happened to a little variety? Smoking was recently banned in all public restaurants. Now smokers are being banned from their favorite specialty tobacco products, cloves included. Fighting Winter Blues Seasonal sadness Does the gloomy weather have you feeling down? Read some ways to help combat those pessimistic feelings and put a smile on your face. Recession-Cutting Opportunities Get a job or get left behind The economy has put added stress on adults due to the unemployment rate and loss of jobs. But don’t think the only people stressing out are the middle-aged. Students are having to face the big JOB situation as early as freshman year.

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DIY: Keeping Warm T-shirt quilt Turn all those old band and sports shirts from high school into something you can always use.

Web Celebs Create. Click. Download. Thanks to sites like Youtube, introducing the world to your brilliant ideas is the first, and possibly only, step on the road to fame.

Style Maturity Fix up, look sharp! Is physical presentation getting lost on college campuses?

Featured Artist: Mary Fray Foster Metalworking and making jewelry are her passions that turn into some really awesomelooking jewelry!

Jazzing up Richmond: Beast Wellington Hump day takes a turn for the better. Check out this local band whose music is jazzy, funky and will make you want to hop on your feet and dance

Images capture the real and the rare. Cinema Influence in Fashion Take some of the most memorable movies in our time and add high

Cover by Mary Fray Foster

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“ A lot of my performances and video work were done under the influence of different drugs [...] I would say specifically LSD opened my mind in, not just an artistic way, but in the way I perceive almost everything. Plus, flashbacks can be fun.”

“ The student or artist should ask themselves if they really need drugs to be creative.” Mike Prentace Michael Skattum Illustration Enhanced creativity by drugs is a constant temptation for artists. With the historical and recent deaths of several artists, drug use for intended creative highs has proved to be a dangerous path. Some reasons for drug use among artists and art students include boredom, writer’s block and a sense to outdo oneself, says Camille Adams, substance abuse treatment specialist of VCU’s University Counseling Services. “Any student who is feeling the need to use drugs for creative influence should seek advice and counseling with UCS,” Adams said. “The student or artist should ask themselves if they really need drugs to be creative.” However, the temptations of drug use are sometimes hard to avoid.

“I’m not gonna lie. I’ve been tempted,” said Jonathan Jones, a freshman printmaking and painting student. “We all have … I just realize I can do better work sober.” The reasons students are tempted to use drugs to enhance creativity vary. “I was tempted purely because of writer’s block,” Jones said. “Sometimes it’s hard to come up with original material.” Other students agree there is some sort of connection between drugs and art. A lot of albums, television, film and poetry come from drugs, says Sarah Williams, a junior film and photography student. “You can see a lot of blatant drug references in art of the past and present,” Williams said. “You’ll probably see it in the future too.”

VCU prohibits the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on MCV and Monroe Park campuses. The VCU alcohol and drug policy can be found on the university Web site at http://www.provost.vcu.edu/pdfs/alcoholdrugpolicy.pdf.

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Cheap Dates Christine Erickson Matt Schimdt Illustrations The traditional dinner-and-a-movie date can cost at least 20 bucks a person, but you don’t have to break the bank to win over that cute girl in your class. Here’s what we’re doing to keep our wallets lighter and our partners impressed. VCU students give you their ideal dates at a discount.

“Ride through the Fan, hit up a food mart, and go to an art gallery.” – Mark Sanchez “Get take-out, and then stay inside and cuddle while watching a movie.” Knox Colby

“Have a barbecue and go to a shooting range.” – Brandon Hamraz “Bike ride to the train trestles in Shockoe Bottom, and then go to Sheetz, and we’ll finish by watching a cheesy movie.” – Jasce Burrow “Grab some 40’s and see a movie at the Byrd.” – Sebastian Gocan “Start at Maymont and go to 821 afterward, then go to the SPCA to play with the puppies.” – Andrew Collichio “Watch the sunrise on the roof of the parking garage on Main and Harrison.” – Chris Ercolano 6

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“Make dinner together at home.” - Andy Kotsch “Watch all three Star Wars movies together.” – Chris Smith “Taco Bell picnic and reruns of ‘Freaks and Geeks’ on the computer, and perhaps a game of Scrabble.” – Hannah Guthrie “We’ll start by meeting up at Shafer, go all out with Upper Cuts, then take a walk around Monroe Park and go for a bike ride.” – Addie Bell “You, me, and a bottle of Lambrusco - Kroger’s finest five-dollar wine.” – Samantha Newton “Take-out Chinese in bed and watching ‘Dexter’ on DVD.” – Kaitlyn Grimsland “Go to each fast food restaurant and order something off the dollar menu, and then have a picnic.” – Blair Mack “Walk around the city, or do something outdoors, like hiking.” – Erica Terrimi “Make PB&Js and have a picnic, then make a fort and get flashlights and tell ghost stories.” - Ashley Wright “Share a pitcher of Dos Equis at Little Mexico and then ride bikes home to watch ‘The Fresh Prince’ all night.” – Lauren Dilisio “Go see a free show at Shafer Street Playhouse and then find a roof to sit on.” – Michele Lombardy

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How VCU Serves — No, We’re Not Talking Tennis Christine Stoddard Melissa Tablante Illustration Volunteering should be just that--voluntary. Yet students should volunteer as often as their personal schedule allows, at least if we’re to continue America’s tradition of lending our scythes and wheelbarrows to our neighbors in need. Everyone from 1600s farmers to long-haired hippies would agree that the happiest communities never see a shortage

Coming to a school where community service was a choice was then a relief. I could choose exactly how I wanted to affect the community for the better while still respecting my need for sanity. At a campus as diverse as VCU, all students have different talents and priorities. Consequently, our relationships with community service are just as diverse. We all share our species and schoolwork in common, but the line sometimes ends exactly there. From burlesque dancers to mommies to

of eager volunteers. Key word: ‘eager.’ Keeping community service optional preserves the sincerity required to successfully perform the act; forcing someone to appreciate his campus and city only makes him bitter. That is especially true if that person is trying to balance a grueling course load and a crummy job at the same time that a community service obligation pops up. (Many VCU students either suffered such circumstances in high school, or have experienced them sometime as a worn-out Ram.) I can relate my own high school nightmares wrought by National Honors Society requirements. Somehow I squeezed in tutoring Spanish and French into the rest of my hectic life, but I ended up so tired most of the time that I thought I’d start reciting the Rosetta Stone backwards.

waiters to fire throwers to gallery owners to sales associates-phew! and all the many other occupations VCU students hold-we have various things to juggle, whether those things are diapers or blazing torches. Some of us would be well-suited to tutoring math, while others should be walking dogs at the animal shelter. Others simply have too much going on to even consider volunteering until they hit the post-graduation world. For me, the best solution was helping out with local poetry and theater events once or twice a month. Here’s what some other VCU students say about their experiences with community service. There are still people trying to bring bluebirds and rainbows to Richmond, after all.

Brittany Fulk “I found a little pull-tab flyer on the Rumors bulletin board that said, “Do you like art? Do you like kids?”-and I love both. So I started volunteering at Artsplosion Afterschool. It is run by Synergeo which is run by Americorps. ... Kids come from St. Andrew’s School, a free private school in Oregon Hill, to a nearby church recroom for completely free after-school supervision. They do their homework around mentors who can help them read, and they get a small snack. There is always an art project: assembling a new paper world by combining everyone’s cutout features

get, the closer they are to one-on-one homework help. They don’t necessarily need that, but these kids can really use the boost and it does show when they are getting it. I like to think that those kids were learning better because of us. I wish I was still part of it.” Julia Bashore “I volunteer at Clark Springs Elementary School, as well as the Delmont Learning Center, which is part of the Youth Life Foundation of Richmond. At Clark Springs, I help manage the classroom and supervise the students. At Delmont, I tutor second-graders. I’m required by my Teacher

on a bulletin sheet, creating paper maché masks or sock puppets, or once filming a dance video! Sometimes then we would go outside to play. It was really fun to me, sort of like recess or elementary art class. I always did the projects with the kids and helped them with theirs. I also have been a reading tutor with two different jobs, so the homework part was engaging for me, too. The kids were really sweet and loving. I had to stop this year because school is becoming more demanding, and because I work until 4 [p.m.] everyday. They can always use extra volunteers over at Artsplosion; the more they

Education class to serve at Clark Springs for 20 hours this semester. I’ve already completed those hours, but I’m going to continue volunteering there because I enjoy the students and need the experience. I’ve tutored at Delmont since last year and continue to do so because I know the kids there very well. I was really overwhelmed the first time I went to Delmont, since I was unaccustomed to working with urban students. Now, however, at both Delmont and Clark Springs, I usually wish I could stay longer. I’d definitely recommend the Learning Center as a place to volunteer -- as long as

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you’re enthusiastic about working with kids. As for Clark Springs, I was placed there by VCU, so I’m unsure as to whether they let non-TEDU students volunteer.” D.J. Granger

is behind it keeping it from budging. Then she tried to force it in, and out of nowhere the man inside starts screaming at us like a madman, so we dropped our bags and ran ... Needless to say, I never did Meals on

“I was in Camp Thunderbird in middle school and participated in a Meals on Wheels assignment. Our first location was an old halfway house [in] downtown Richmond on a street I don’t remember ... to probably the most dilapidated place I had ever seen, a rundown hotel that would have been the perfect place for a ghost or murder movie scene. We brought in two big white paper bags full of food, and the old man at the lobby desk said we needed to deliver to a guy on the top floor. I don’t even think there were any stairs inside, just a rusty elevator straight out of the 1920s, so we got on and it clacked all the way up ... We heard moans and creaks, and TVs going a little too loud. There was one door cracked open towards the end of the hall, and of course it’s our guy’s room. We crept down the hall and knocked on the door ... nothing. I knocked again, and said something like, ‘We’ve got your food.’ Still nothing. My friend tried to push the door open, but something

Wheels again.” Caitlin Moore “I currently volunteer as a mentor through Carver Promise with a first grader, a little boy at Carver Elementary School. I also volunteer at my church. I attend Area 10 Faith Community which is held in Carytown in the Byrd theater. I volunteered during a parent/teacher night at Fox Elementary with my church. I, as well as others, were responsible for ‘babysitting’ or watching the kids while their parents and teachers met. I did these because it makes me feel good. Giving time is the greatest gift you can give sometimes. I also love working with kids, so that was an added plus! I would definitely volunteer again. It’s so rewarding, so I would certainly recommend it to friends. Both are great places to volunteer and are overseen by people who truly care about enriching their community.”

Ian Cardenas “I played wheelchair sports with injured veterans at Hunter Holmes McGuire Medical Center. Most of them were completely unable to use their legs and required wheelchairs. I served the veterans of wars ranging from Vietnam all the way to the Iraq war. I did this to show my appreciation for the soldiers of our country and the sacrifices they have made to protect us. After volunteering and playing sports ranging from wheelchair basketball to wheelchair golf, I felt more satisfied with what I had done than I think I have felt all semester. It was a great opportunity and I had a lot of fun while helping ... people who do not always get to have a good time. I would definitely volunteer again. I made friends that I never thought I would ... know, men who fought for our country and sacrificed their lives for me. It was a true honor. I would recommend this volunteer opportunity to everyone I know. The smiles on their faces that day are an irreplaceable memory, and to know I helped bring those smiles ... that’s what I live for.” Chandler Honeycutt “I did ... community service in Yorktown, where I lived before Richmond (restored an old

mural, cleaned roads, etc.), but other than finding parking tickets on the road and in bushes and making sure they ended up where they needed to be, I’ve not done anything here. Why don’t I volunteer in Richmond? I do a lot and work as often as possible, so I don’t have much time for volunteer work. The other (reason) is that I did volunteer work in a town that I had lived in for long enough to know its every detail ... I had enough of a relationship that I felt I could then start giving back to (Yorktown) ... Here I am still exploring; there is so much yet to find and love and understand.” Karen Fallen-Rhoades “Area 10 Church on Cary Street regularly cancels Sunday morning services and sends its members out on the streets of Richmond, cleaning up Cary Street, putting together school supplies for area kids, helping at the homeless shelter, gardening at Fox Elementary. I helped one Sunday organizing furniture and helping a displaced family pick out a table and chairs and other things they needed. Next semester, I hope to work at Safe Haven, but still not sure if it will fit into my schedule.”

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Plan a Stay-cation! Amy Joyce Sara D’Eugenio Photos Staying in Richmond for spring break this year? Don’t let the break get away from you while festering away in your apartment! There’s plenty to do in Richmond, if you know where to look.

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Be sure to bring a few water bottles, pack a picnic lunch, and bring a blanket to hunker down on beneath a tree on one of the many sprawling hillsides. Also bring some quarters for the feed machines in the children’s farm! Nothing says spring quite like adorable baby goats nibbling from your hands. It might not be the exact same as a trip to Italy or Japan, but the Italian and Japanese gardens here are nothing to scoff at; while the Italian garden is bursting with color and filled with exquisite statues and gazebos, the Japanese gardens are just as beautiful but in a more understated way, with a reflecting pond filled with koi and plants with muted shades of red and brown. Be sure to take a seat in the pergola of the Italian garden before visiting the waterfall in the Japanese garden below. Admission to the grounds is free, but the Nature Center now costs $3 for adults and $2 for kiddos up to 12 and seniors over 60.

Featuring several blocks of boutiques, selling both new and vintage clothing and jewelry, locally-owned eateries, and funky stores (World of Mirth, anyone?), Carytown is a little place where an entire day can be spent either shopping or just people-watching. If you can, catch a movie at the Byrd for $1.99 to round out the day. Further on down W. Cary St. is Little Mexico, which has dollar taco night every Monday and dollar enchilada night every Wednesday! Cheaper than an actual trip to Mexico, but the atmosphere is lively and the food delicioso.

hollywood cemetery Nestled away in the Oregon Hill neighborhood is Hollywood Cemetery. Located on a sprawling hillside overlooking the James River, Hollywood is peaceful and serene, and not at all as morbid as one would think. Fitting for the history buff and amateur ghost hunter alike,

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Hollywood contains several famous names within its iron gates, along with a fair few legends. First and only President of the Confederate States, Jefferson Davis, is buried here (after being exhumed from his home state of Louisiana), along with Civil War General J.E.B. Stuart and Richmond authors James Branch Cabell and Ellen Glasgow. Local legend says that the mausoleum bearing the name W.W. Pool is haunted by the city’s own Richmond Vampire; not Edward Cullen by any stretch, the story goes that “a blood covered creature with jagged teeth and skin hanging from its muscular body” emerged from the wreckage of the Church Hill Tunnel collapse in October 1925. The creature allegedly fled into a mausoleum and was never found. Ellen Glasgow also stipulated in her will that when she was buried in Hollywood, to have her two dogs exhumed and buried next to her; supposedly, their barks and scamperings are heard late at night in the cemetery. Admission to the cemetery is free, but walking tours are available.

the edgar allan poe museum Though Poe might be associated most closely with the city of Baltimore, he spent a majority of his childhood in Richmond after being taken in by John and Frances Allan, and even worked for a short time as the assistant editor of the Southern Literary Messenger when he was older. Artifacts from Poe’s life are contained here in the Poe Museum, including one of only 12

copies of his first collection, Tamerlane and Other Poems, and oddly, even a lock of his hair. Though small and ostensibly unimpressive from the outside, the Poe Museum is a must-see for VCU’s English majors, or really anyone interested in the history of Richmond or Poe himself. Admission for students is $5. Right around the corner from the Poe Museum is the River City Diner. Named after its home city, the atmosphere of this diner hearkens back to the 1950s with its wall decor and juke boxes settled at each table. Be sure to stop by the 17th Street Farmer’s Market and see what local vendors and artists have in store!

the science museum of virginia Still feeling a little intellectual? Located in the former Broad Street Train Station, this museum is home to exhibits focusing on outer space (did you know there’s a moon rock in the museum?), the earth (check out the BayScapes Garden on the museum’s front lawn), electricity, “new” energy, and of course, the Foucault Pendulum.

heron basking in the sun, and don’t miss the dilapidated remains of the Virginia Electric Power Company and the remnants of the prison for Union soldiers of the Civil War. If you do decide to take a dip in the river, stay safe! Be aware of the river’s currents and the slippery, mosscovered boulders beneath the surface of the water.

urban workouts The weather is too nice to work out indoors, even with VCU’s newly-opened Cary Street Gym, so break a sweat outside at Byrd Park! A winding, one-mile long running trail next to Shields Lake, with exercise stops situated along the way, offers an abundance of fresh air, a striking view of the water, and plenty of shade under the trees. So ditch the gym and do your pull-ups in the great outdoors.

belle isle Can’t make it to the beach? Then hike on over to Belle Isle, a small island on the James River, and relax on the boulders while getting some sun (don’t forget your sunblock!). Be sure to wear some sturdy shoes, as it takes a bit of walking to get there if you’re without a car, and the island itself is worthy of an afternoon stroll. See if you can spot a

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Quidditch:

Not Just For Wizards Anymore Making a fantasy sport a reality, one broomstick at a time.

Amy Joyce Josh Lewis Photos It’s possible that you’ve seen some students walking around campus with painted broomsticks in tow. No, I don’t mean on Halloween, and no, it’s not just because you’re sleep-deprived and hallucinating. This broom-totin’ brood comprises Virginia Commonwealth University’s own Quidditch team, the Wizengamot.

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“Quidditch retains an element of silliness” The Muggle-friendly version of the sport originated at Middlebury College in Vt., but VCU alumna Heather Wright started VCU’s Wizengamot team in the spring of 2008. It’s come a long way since last spring. “The first meeting included only three people,” said team co-captain and Keeper Britni Puccio. This year, however, the team membership is at an all-time high. “We have more members than ever this year ... it’s really exciting, and we would love to have even more,” said team cocaptain and Beater Jessica Jude. “The more the merrier!” Puccio concurs. Even with a larger membership than in the past, there are no try-outs for the VCU Wizengamot. Teammates choose the positions they play themselves, emphasizing the overreaching goal of the organization: everyone having as much fun as possible! “Everyone on the team are friends,” said Brooke Bernard, Wizengamot treasurer, cocaptain and team Beater. “We do a lot of socializing in addition to practice.” The actual execution of the game, aside from the use of broomsticks, is remarkably similar to

other Muggle sports. “A lot of the tackling is very much like rugby, and we learn a lot of our positioning and drills from soccer,” Puccio explains. “What makes it different is the inclusion of a Snitch, the brooms, and the three hoops! Also, the rules of Quidditch are always evolving. It has only been a Muggle sport for five years, so everything is still being modified and changed to make it the best game possible.” Unlike other sports though, “(Quidditch) retains an element of silliness,” Bernard said, “especially concerning the Snitch.” In the Harry Potter version of Quidditch, the Snitch is a bewitched, golden ball that flits around the pitch, evading the Seeker. For the Wizengamot team, players use a person in place of the Snitch, based on Middlebury College’s version of Quidditch rules. According to a post by Wright on the group’s Facebook page, “(The Snitch) is the crowd-pleaser and THE main aspect of what has made this version of the rules so popular and successful.” The Fifth Annual World Cup was held this past Oct. 24 through 26 in Middlebury, Vt. at Middlebury College, and was hosted by the Intercollegiate Quidditch Association. Twenty-one other teams participated,

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“ In the Harry Potter version of Quidditch, the Snitch is a bewitched, golden ball that flits around the pitch, evading the Seeker. ”

competing in a double elimination tournament. The Wizengamot didn’t win the Cup this year, but that’s not what mattered to the team. “We met a lot of other teams and learned a ton!” Puccio said, describing the experience as “amazing!” “We’re already planning for the next Cup,” Bernard said. And as for a Muggle using a broomstick? “You do get used to it,” Jude said. “It’s like second nature to me now.”

on the corner of S. Allen Ave. and Idlewood Ave. Times subject to change due to Daylights Savings. For more information on the Wizengamot, visit their Facebook group ‘Fans of Quidditch at VCU!’ For more information on the Intercollegiate Quidditch Association, visit their Facebook group ‘Intercollegiate Quidditch Association.’

Sources: Brooke Bernard (bernardbl@vcu.edu)

Practices for the Wizengamot Quidditch team are currently held every Wednesday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. at Petronius Jones Park,

Britni Puccio (pucciobe@vcu.edu) Amber Cummings (cummingsam@vcu.edu) Jessica Jude (jnjude@vcu.edu)

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Quidditch Terms Muggle: The nonmagical people in the Harry Potter universe. Seeker: This player is concerned with catching the Snitch. Because of the value of the Snitch in the game, the Seeker is the most ‘sought-after’ player in regards to Bludgers and Beaters. Chaser: This player plays with the Quaffle, and scores for their team. Beaters: There are two Beaters on every Quidditch team. They defend their teammates from the Bludgers, and knock them toward the opposing teams’ players. Keeper: This player guards the three goal hoops from the opposing team’s Chaser. Quaffle: This ball is used to score by the two teams’ Chasers. Bludgers: These two bewitched balls fly around and try to knock players off their brooms. The Snitch: Once the Seeker catches this ball, the game is over. Because its capture is worth 150 points, the team whose Seeker catches the Snitch almost always wins the game.

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Sophie Solomon Melissa Tablante Illustration Did you know you can no longer legally buy clove cigarettes in your local tobacco shop? As of September 22, 2009 many may have already noticed that the tobacco ban was enacted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on the basis that flavoured tobacco is attractive to youth. According to a survey by the FDA, “22.8% of 17-yearold smokers reported using flavored cigarettes over the past month, as compared to 6.7% of smokers over the age of 25.” For those unsure about what exactly has been banned, the FDA defines it as any component of the cigarette: filter, tobacco, paper. The types of tobacco banned included a motley of flavors that even the most seasoned of juvenile smokers may not have come across, from licorice and pineapple, to even coffee. However, “little cigars” and menthols have not been touched in the ban. In the midst of the recession I had to wonder if this was the right move. Lighter on smoker’s wallets perhaps, but what will be the effects

on student smokers and local tobacco shops? Elisha Melchor, an 18-yearold freshmen at VCU would describe herself as a social smoker. Tobacco of choice? Cloves. “I didn’t like menthol … I have the blacks and the cherries right now.” When asked how the ban affected her, she responded that it didnt affect her because she had just started smoking. Ironically, she really started smoking the day before the ban on September 21st. Surprised at her answer, I found that stores were allowed to finish selling their inventories after the ban. Her roommate Maeya Bland, a non-smoker, immediately answered when asked how it affected her. “It’s good, at the same time it’s bad, ‘cause a lot of companies are going to lose profit,” said Bland. This last comment seems to reflect the situation: Technically good because the ban is to promote general well being, but possibly bad because of the economic repercussions, but to what degree? Carytown’s Old Virginia Tobacco Company, more of a haven for connoisseurs of fine cigars, afforded me an

interview on the ban. I spoke to Jim Kosch, and upon asking what demographic cloves attracted (as the only other flavored cigarette they sold is the still legal menthol), I discovered they tended to attract females from the ages of 20-30 to his store; furthermore, cloves appeared to be smoked as a “treat” rather than regular cigarettes. The ban hardly even made a dent in Old Virginia’s profits, as flavored tobacco “probably made up less than 1% of sales,” but Kosch acknowledged that the tobacco stores “geared” more towards college students probably had more difficulty. Their flavored tobacco inventory was actually transferred to those stores more prone to selling it because of the rush. Conclusion? Smokers and stores will move on and discover alternatives that affected tobacco companies will dig up, such as Djarum’s clove cigars. Other questions to ask are what the long term affects on these company’s employment rates will be, and what the ban may extend to in years to come.

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Fighting Seasonal Sadness Christine Erickson Millicent Encarnacion Photo When winter has frozen your motivation, it’s hard to get anything done. We’re supposed to be cramming for finals and getting a good start to a brand new semester, but all you want to do is stay in bed. The days are shorter, so why does it feel like the season that will never end? Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that affects you during the same season each year. The most common type begins in the fall and may continue into the winter months, draining your energy and making you feel moody. Don’t let the dreadful weather bring you down. Here are some simple things you can do to make those dark days a whole lot lighter: 1. Get Outside: Although the winter days don’t have the same light intensity as in summer, even 10-15 minutes outside will give you and your body a massive boost. Invest in a heavy coat that will keep you warm, make a good mix (note: avoid sad songs), and go for a walk. After being cooped up in your

stale apartment, the fresh air will be good for you. 2. Exercise: Exercise is a natural stimulator of many important mood-elevating hormones, like serotonin and dopamine. Not to mention the extra boost of confidence you will get when you start to slim down. This doesn’t have to mean the gym. 3. Pick Up the Phone: Misery loves company, right? Whether it’s grabbing a cup of coffee to catch up, or spending the evening in with your closest friends, staying social will keep that lonely feeling from creeping up on you. 4. Sleep: Going to bed early does not make you lame, or a grandma, no matter how much your friends tell you. Our body’s need for sleep increases in winter, so why not just listen to it? You’ll be well-rested and have more energy during the day. 5. Revamp Your Place: It’s too cold to go outside, so you’re stuck in your apartment. You might as well make it comfortable. After a good cleaning, simple changes like new art on the walls, rearranging

furniture or even a few scented candles will give your place a new feel that could help get you through to spring. 6. Brainfood: We tend to crave sweets and carbohydrates during the winter. We also tend to gain weight in the winter. There seems to be a trend here. Although sugar and carbs release serotonin in our brain to lift our mood, there are healthier options that can do the same while remaining kind to your figure. You don’t have to miss out on all the holiday treats, just keep it in proportion. 7. Fake It: Crazy as it sounds, sometimes forcing humor into tough times will lighten things up. It can also put things into perspective. Is it really that bad? Next time you’re feeling down, try to find the humor in it and you might find that when there’s nothing you can do about it, laughter can be the best medicine. 8. Plan Ahead: Whether it’s a weekly ritual, like Wednesday night potlucks with your friends or your favorite t.v. show, or it’s further ahead, like planning a vacation for spring break, giving yourself things to look

forward to makes difficult days more bearable. 9. Get Organized: Having order in your schedule and home can get rid of unnecessary stress. Instead of waiting for spring cleaning to come around, take advantage of the slothful season and get organized. Tackle the tasks you’ve been putting aside for another day. Get rid all those clothes you’ve kept in your closet for months, because there probably isn’t going to be a day you might need to wear it, and there is someone out there who really does. 10. Talk to Yourself: And you thought faking it was crazy … really though, sometimes we have to keep ourselves in check. Do you really have no friends because one of them had to bail last minute for a family emergency, or are you just feeling a little out of touch? Are you really stuffing your face with Christmas cookies because you’re that hungry, or are you looking for comfort? Think about what’s really got you feeling blue and what your options are to fix it, or talk to a friend or family member who can help.

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Cutting Opportunities

Amy Joyce Matt Schimdt Illustration In this current economy, recent graduates might be experiencing some anxiety about getting a job. That anxiety isn’t reserved just for

are always going to need veterinary care,” said senior biology major Andrew Moyer. “If people are spending money on pet massages, pet interpreters, and things of the sort, they are definitely going to spend money on vaccinations.” Senior pharmacy major Tiffany Yoon agrees. “The field of pharmacy has so many opportunities! You could go into retail, clinical, hospital, geriatric ... People will always need medicine, and pharmacists need to make sure that their prescriptions are correct.” Even in the health care field though, some strong doubts about job security remain. Senior nursing student Alex Ritchie said, “It took me almost a year to get a job at the medical center (VCU/ MCV Medical Center) as a care partner. That big budget crunch killed all the new jobs.” And though she isn’t immediately entering the job

With things looking bleak for many majors, is there anything students can do to bolster their chances for employment? those just entering the job hunt, either. It’s trickling down the totem pole all the way to first-year students. “I’m nervous that craft and material studies isn’t so lucrative,” said art foundation major Veronica Meagher, who is a freshman. Other students, however, aren’t so worried. “I’m going to be a veterinarian, and that is one of the strongest fields right now. People are always going to have pets, and they

hunt come next May, senior Angela Tran said, “I want to be a doctor. I hope I have a job after med school and residency, because I will be $200,000 in debt.” According to a survey done in 2009 by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the top employers for 2009 graduates based on the number of offers are accounting and engineering firms. Offering the highest average salary, though, were employers in the petroleum and coal products field. With things looking bleak for many majors, is there anything students can do to bolster their chances for employment? According to Susan Story, director of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Career Center, 73% of students who graduated in May 2009 had completed an internship. Jeanette Waterman, assistant director of the UCC, said, “I think that networking is key in any situation.” By way of encouraging her students, Waterman suggests that those looking for employment, “1) look at ‘outside of the

box’ employers (corporate America), 2) use Linkedin to find alumni contacts, and 3) explore other areas and regions.” Alicia Aroche, also assistant director of the UCC, said that she found that students majoring in urban studies and public administration are having difficulties securing jobs. Those students tend to seek jobs with local and state governments, which “have been hit hard by the economic downturn.” Aroche also offers advice for all students, not just those having trouble finding a job post graduation: Start researching sectors and organizations early. Complete as many internships as possible, two at a minimum. Extend the reach of their job search geographically. Consider the federal government, nonprofit organizations and NGOs (non-governmental organizations) as possible employment sectors. Be prepared to find jobs paying less money with these sectors, but the experience and networking opportunities can have a great impact on future career plans.

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DIY Keeping Warm With A Tee-Shirt...Quilt Jaime Barnett Amy Joyce Photo

Are your dresser drawers overflowing with high school tees, race commemoratives, favorite band tees and the like? Perhaps you don’t even wear them anymore, but just can’t bear to part ways with them. Instead of boxing them up, throwing them in the attic or getting rid of them, put them to good use! By transforming all of those old tee-shirts into a tee-shirt quilt, you can preserve your favorite memories that were once collecting dust. Sort through your collection and determine what part of each tee-shirt will be used. A square template (cut out of cardboard) is suggested to trace onto each shirt. Remember to include a half-inch perimeter on all sides for seam allowance.

What you will need: 12-30 tee-shirts (depending on the size of your product) Large piece of cotton material Square piece of cardboard Scissors

Cut out each square panel. Stabilize the tee-shirt panels by ironing a fusible non-stretch interfacing to the back sides. This step will give your quilt a stiffer feel. If you prefer to have a soft quilt, omit the interfacing. Lay out all of the squares to determine how your quilt will look. Sew each square to the next one, forming rows. Sew the rows together and add a one- to two-inch border using the excess material from the tee-shirts, if desired.

Sewing machine and/or the usual hand sewing notions such as thread, etc. Fusible interfacing for stabilization Batting Iron

Try This! Instead of cutting each square to the same size, cut each panel to the size of the graphic on the tee-shirt. This gives a funkier, less uniform look to your product. Also, don’t

Cut your large piece of material to the size of your quilt and sew on to the completed rows or front side, this acts as a backing. Fill the quilt with polyester batting and sew shut.

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forget to add ribbons, lace or various bedazzles to liven up the border!

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WebCelebs just wanted to take “ We it to another level and represent Richmond through video,

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he Google-owned online video network, YouTube, has become the world’s most popular online video community since it launched in February of 2005. It’s estimated that hundreds of millions of video content is viewed per day, with 20 hours worth of video being uploaded every minute. It hasn’t taken marketers long to try and capitalize on this phenomenon. Two of the network’s more popular test-cases include YouTube characters Fred Figglehorn and Panacea81. The face of Fred Figglehorn, a fictitious sixyear old oddball played by Lucas Cruikshank, has shown up in Hot Topic stores on t-shirts and backpacks, while Internet makeup guru, Lauren Luke a.k.a. Panacea81, was able to launch “By Lauren Luke,” a makeup line which hit shelves in 135 Sephora stores. With the mass audience that YouTube provides, the average person could become infamous simply through electronic word of mouth. The question is, will YouTube simply turn out to be another Internet fad, or could it possibly be a real avenue for aspiring celebs?

In the past few years, startup companies such as Graspr, ExpertVillage and VideoJug have been created in the hopes of becoming the YouTube of “how-to” video clips. People can post videos on topics ranging from “how to kiss someone passionately” to “how to fold a t-shirt in two seconds.” Hundreds of independent video bloggers, experts, and self-styled experts are attempting to make a name for themselves, while many others are simply making how-to clips for the fun of it (or perhaps just a few minutes of Internet fame). And if they’re lucky, some video-sharing websites, such as Metacafe, even pay their top video producers. While profits from producing the videos themselves are not very high, the career opportunities and/or possibility of fame that may arise are growing everyday. The New York Times highlighted Metacafe video producer Meghan Carter, who began posting her own howto videos because it offered her the chance to make her dream of having a home decorating career a reality. Carter started out conducting on-camera interviews with experts and since her first YouTube posting under

“AskTheDecorator” in 2007, she has posted 87 videos, in total receiving well over 100,000 views. The makers of YouTube channel “CREATEmuch,” VCU junior Dekota Waller and senior Reina Glorioso, created their web show in the summer of 2008 as a hobby. “Since there are so many other blogs out there now that focus on RVA, we just wanted to take it to another level and represent Richmond through video,” says Dekota, the 21-year old fashion merchandising major, who contributes fashion tips and DIYs as well as highlighting the hottest fashion spots. Sociology major Reina, 22, supplies the make-up tutorials, craft projects and organizational tips, as well as editing services. “We just want to inspire people to express their creativity, and to give people alternatives to make their own stuff, as opposed to buying expensive items.” Without a doubt, social media networks like YouTube have truly played their part in revolutionizing the way we communicate today. Video networks, aside from providing a great way to express ourselves and talk about the things we love, are

yet another possible avenue to career success. Want to start your own web show? It’s simple! You need: a webcam, microphone, and camera crew (get your friend to hold the camera). Don’t know how to edit videos? No problem! Sites like YouTube and VideoJug can help you with editing. And most computers come with simple to use editing software such as Microsoft Movie Maker or Apple iMovie. Once you’ve got the equipment, all you need is an idea! Think about things you love … do you love music, fashion, gossip, or sports adventures? Your ideas don’t have to be revolutionary. Go on a road trip, show off your cooking skills or review a movie. You can turn anything into a good idea for a show. The best thing you can do is to just have fun with it and maybe take a little advice from Reina and Dekota and CREATEmuch! You can visit the CREATEmuch YouTube channel at youtube.com/CREATEmuch

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StyleMaturity

Teddy Gregson Melissa Tablante Illustration Fashion. Malleable, Ever-changing, Loud, Daring, Exciting, Unpredictable. These are a few words describing the art that accompanies dressing oneself in the morning for work or going out in the evening with friends. There is an undefined language that accompanies what one decides is appropriate for wear on any given day. Unfortunately the communication of this language is muted with the abounding utilization of the sweat pant. This communicates, passively, yet objectively, “ I, severely stressed college student, am not interested in any conversation or new experience that isn’t outlined in my text book’s table of contents.” Clothing and, furthermore, Fashion, represent the palette through which individuals paint the world. I know, it’s not a fair burden, but nonetheless, it is a responsibility that must be accounted for in the realization of daily beautification. Though I could easily criticize certain “across-the-board” trends, I’d rather rely on some obvious observational studies. Girls, what appears more attractive; tight bun, ponytail or short bob? Deciding to manage the mangles with hair product and a straightener is never a crime, and often is the pick me up

that might brighten your day. You might consider a shorter more manageable hair length if you find you lack the time and motivation for daily haircare. Boys, crusty gel is offensive and juvenile. One key rule in men’s hair has gotten me through some difficult days: work with the natural style of hair you possess. If your hair just won’t cooperate with the shampoo and conditioning routine, then buy some inexpensive smoothing hair serum, traditionally for women, but in my opinion, much more effective on men’s hair. Likewise, the sweat pant and gym short pandemic is spreading quickly amongst college campuses. Despite the may-be high price tag and chic display of those “PINK” sweat pants, avoid the robotic purchase. They will only cause a downward spiral in fashion choices, in which comfort will reign. Similar dynamics exist with footwear and sweat shirts/ hoodies. Anything remotely resembling slippers should live in the bedroom along with sleepwear. Alluding to the 18th and 19th centuries, nightgowns were not appropriate daywear for a lady, primarily because of the unflattering line that they posed for the body. Consider this when a dependence on comfort has triggered a reliance on sweat pants and slippers to the library.

We live in a world where the public image is increasingly important, which is why I take ample time to stress the importance of appearance. Superficiality has no relation to the subject. For example, our culture tends to associate glasses with bookworms, nerds and academics alluding to characters such as Eugene from “Grease” or Urkel from “Family Matters.” I applied this to my own life and invested in a pair of glasses and before I knew it, there was a general dealing of mature and intelligent thought my way from much older more accomplished individuals. Did I suddenly and decisively grow in stature or intelligence? No, but I grasped the importance of fashion as a social tool and took it to my advantage to mingle with those not necessarily in my immediate social circle. Look is key whether we choose to acknowledge it or not. It can be used to your advantage in many situation including the job interview, the “noticeme” tactic of alerting a potential significant other of your presence, or the awkward family get-together. Remember, small changes can make a world of change in relationships you have with individuals or society at large. A positive image can be reflected in an internalized look fulfilling one’s self-realized needs.

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Mari Fray Foster

Major or concentration: Craft and Material Studies, Metal Focus

Favorite material or medium to work with: Metal, plastic, paint, enamel!

How would you describe your work: I use a lot of common metals, plastics and recycled parts to create jewelry pieces that contain a sense of preciousness despite being made from mostly nonprecious materials. I reference a lot of historical jewelry shapes and decorative items that evoke the sentiments

Major sources of inspiration: Victorian era catalogs, antique jewelry, cameos, family portraits

and detail of past eras to help create an intimate experience with a piece of jewelry, both for the wearer and the viewer.

point. I want my jewelry to be worn and appreciated on the body.

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Any advice for future crafts students?: Try out a lot of mediums and classes! You never know when you might be able to use techniques you learned from another class when you really begin to dig into your work and figure out your style and interests. Note Mari Fray Foster graduated this past winter. To view her designs, please visit her flickr page at: themarifray.blogspot.com

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Wednesday night. Ten O’clock. The streets of Richmond seem barren and uninviting. Might as well just stay in and watch the overproduced simulacra that FOX TV has to offer with the new highschool comedy “Glee,” or force yourself to study in the drab library all night, wandering home only when you can hardly stand another word of so-called “wisdom”. 26

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Regardless of sound influence, this will get ing you off your feet, groov ts and swaying to the bea till the early hours of “ orning. the m

Such is the all-too-common mentality of a young, VCU student who has not been exposed to what impressive and skilled instrumentalists display at venues like Bogart’s and The Camel on a weekly basis. VCU junior Mary Lawrence Hicks participates in two ensembles, Use the Vastness (UTV) and Beast Wellington, offering their audiences everything from covers of indie-rock band

Metric to interpretations of traditional Indian ragas. Both groups bring their own originality in sound and presentation. Beast Wellington recently performed their first Wednesday night show at Bogart’s, located in the Fan at 1903 W. Cary St., a venue that caters to Richmond’s jazz and funk listeners. Beast Wellington brings jazz, funk and dance to the forefront encouraging dance and enjoyment with covers of Erykah Badu, Amy Winehouse, as well as classics such as Bill Withers’ “Ain’t No Sunshine.” Beast Wellington also adds a substantial amount of original pieces, composed by Mark Ingraham, to its repertoire. Margaux LeSourd covers these titles with such finesse and unction, while Ingraham leads on trumpet and tambourine. Jeff Morris and Devonne Harris keep a smooth rhythm on drums and auxiliary while the all-girl horn section lead by Maureen Wisniewski on valve trombone, Mary Lawrence Hicks on trumpet, and Suzie Fischer on trombone executes a cohesive melody and line. Finally, Chris Ryan contributes

unparalleled sound on guitar matched by Derrick Inglert on 5-string bass. Each member in the ensemble takes turns wowing the jawdropped and slightly tipsy audience with solos that truly display dedication to their skill as musician. The sound of Beast Wellington is comparable to a mix of such jazz influences as a young Herbie Hancock or an upbeat Freddie Hubbard. Regardless of sound influence, this will get you off your feet, grooving and swaying to the beats till the early hours of the morning. Mary Lawrence notes that the sound is “very percussive,” adding, “we’re different ‘cause all there is to hold down harmony is the guitarist and the bassist. Beast Wellington has an auxiliary percussionist as well drum set. This makes for a more dancey sound.” Not only is Beast Wellington a testament to the true musicians that study in VCU’s relatively new jazz studies program, but also to the quality and originality that is emerging in a local progressive music scene. “It’s one of the first bands in

Richmond where four out of nine band mates are women. Sexism is still a problem in music and in Richmond, so in a way, it is kind of progressive in the music scene,” Mary Lawrence said in reference to the band’s unique appeal. Beast Wellington welcomes any music interest and encourages a light, anything but stuffy, atmosphere for young and old alike. There is no excuse for a Wednesday night to go to waste with such a display of talent. Beast Welington in unique to Richmond because there aren’t any other bands with our particular line up or sound. We have an incredibly versatile lineup. We feel right at home playing R&B, Pop, Funk and Afrobeat. This gives us the ability to cover songs by Michael Jackson, Jill Scott, Amy Winehouse, Lenny Kravitz and even Prince. We also have a very diverse look about us. Besides myself, the horns (which have been dubbed the Femme Fatale Horns) and the lead singer are all female which might seem like a novelty at first. But as soon as the music starts you understand that we are the real deal. Shoun!

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Blow Up (1966) Ian Reed- Penguin Hector V-Neck $69, Need Supply Co. Ally Farrish- Motel Alice Dress $64, Need Supply Co.

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cinematic influence

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Breakfast at Tiffanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (1961) Emily Rand- Marc by Marc Jacobs Blazer $181, Pink. Joie Tank $69, Pink. Marc by Marc Jacobs Skirt, $125, Pink.

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Desperately Seeking Susan (1985) Ashphord JacowayRaw Edge Cropped Jacket $58, Need Supply Co. Jump 3/4 Sleeve Bandage Dress $38, Need Supply Co. Jasmine Chen: BB Dakota Gracie Top $45, Need Supply Co.

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Fashion can be inspired by and viewed through many different channels. The one that I adore most and from which this shoot was inspired are films. These are the top ten movies to most influence fashion according to timesonline.co.uk. I took these movies and found fashions for those characters in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever changing trends.

Photographer Kerry McDonnell Chief Stylist Leilani Littlefield Make up Stylist Dana Berk Fashion Assistant Courtney Marcellin Gentleman Prefer Blondes (1953) Liz Applegate- Marc by Marc Jacobs Dress $498, Pink.

Special thanks to models and stores, Pink and Need Supply Co. found in Carytown, Richmond, Virginia.

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Rebel Without A Cause (1955) McKinsey MooreAlternative Apparel Raglan Henley $34, Need Supply Co. YMC Twill Sirf Jacket $195, Need Supply Co.

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Devil Wears Prada (2006) Britney Mayes: BB Dakota Turner Jacket $84, Need Supply Co. Marc by Marc Jacobs Blouse $139, Pink. Lauren Moffatt Skirt $138, Pink.

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