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Outside the Bubble... Pentagon instructs recruiters to allow openly gay soldiers The recent federal court decision barring the military from expelling openly gay service members also known as “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” has also opened the door for recruiters. According to a Pentagon spokeswoman, recruiting commands have been advised that they can accept openly gay and lesiban recruit candidates. The Pentagon instructions, however, came with a caveat. Recruiters should remind recruits to manage their expectations, to suggest that the court ruling may be overturned. Groups representing gays and lesbian have further warned that there may be consequences for coming out to the military because the policy is still being appealed.
Militants attack Chechan Parliament and kill six Three militants shouting Islamist slogans stormed the Parliament building in the Russian republic of Chechnya on Oct. 19. The attackers mounted their fight with a bomb and guns as deputies arrived. One millitant blew himself up near the entrance while the other two stormed inside before being killed by Chechan authorities. Among those killed were two guards and an official. Six people were killed in total, and 17 others received injuries. Chechnya, in the Northen Caucasus mountains bordering Georgia, has been caught in a cycle of violence since 1994 when the Russians put down a separatist movement that later turned into an Islamic insurgency.
U.S. Intelligence under fire surrounding Mumbai attacks Reports surfaced over the weekend that the two ex-wives of Pakistani-American David Coleman Headley — a co-conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terroist attacks — had separately reported to U.S. officials that he may have been involved in militant activity in Pakistan. These reports prompted the White House to order a review of U.S. intellegnce headed by White House counterterrorism adviser John Brennan. The review will look into how reports pass through the chain of command and how reports are shared with other governments.
Police quell rioters in France protesting government Masked youths protesting the French government bill raising the retirement age clashed with police on Oct. 19. The youths smashed cars, storefronts and roadblocks during their protest. French President Nicholas Sarcozy vowed to restore public order in the face of these protests, which have been largely peaceful until this week. These clashes occured in Paris and in the southeastern city of Lyon.
To test or not to test animals By Ken Meyer | Asst. news editor
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) dispatched a letter to President Nathan O. Hatch on Sept. 27 requesting that the university’s ties with the Florida-based organization Primate Products, Inc. (PPI) be permanently severed. The letter graphically described 10 images from PPI that had been leaked, images displaying monkeys on laboratory tables with a variety of head and neck wounds. These images led the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to place PPI under investigation to determine whether any federal animal welfare laws had been violated at the PPI facility. Having concluded their investigation last week, the USDA concluded last week that PPI had not violated the Animal Welfare Act. PPI did not violate federal law. While the investigation found no evidence of actual crime, PETA maintains that the pictures alone provide enough evidence that PPI maltreats animals. “Regardless of the USDA findings, the company will continue to draw the ire of compassionate people for the harm it causes animals as a matter of course,” Justin Goodman, associate director of PETA’s Laboratory Investigations Department, said. PETA ultimately desires to open a dialogue on the validity of using any animals in medical research, and certainly the PPI investigation did just that. T h e investigation caused a member of Congress to request that the USDA suspend the Miami PPI facility’s license until its final determination had been made. The investigation caused PETA to call on the university and other organizations related to PPI to sever all ties with the company, actions which would hurt PPI economically.
PETA also dug further into the university’s dealinigs with animal testing. In letters sent to other members of the university community, PETA cited experiments by university faculty which introduced 17 Rhesus monkeys to cocaine, experiments ending with euthanasia of these animals and dissecting of their brains. On the other side of the argument, the university defends its experiments. Mark Wright, director of communications at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, illustrated how animal research at their own facility and at facilities around the country “has made major indispensable, lifesaving contributions to the advancement of medicine.” Even the specific example of university testing cited by PETA was designed to research a topic promoting human health. A paper produced in conjunction with the experiment describes how the tests aimed to examine how brain systems responded to abstinence from cocaine. Its conclusions spoke specifically to the importance of these tests to the use of pharmaceutical drugs by patients recovering from cocaine. Wright defended the university’s treatment of all animals used in its experimental and medical testing. He defined the medical center’s commitment to “humane and responsible use of animals in research,” recognizing that “the use of animals for research constitutes a special privilege and responsibility, and we maintain the highest standards of animal care.” Because of its treatment of animals and the medical importance of its tests, the university would not comment on PETA’s allegations. “We do not respond to the tactics of groups, such as PETA, whose goal is to put an end to all animal r e s e a r c h ,” Wright said. From PETA’s vantage point, this line of argumentation stands flawed. “Frankly, it is shameful for a university to refuse dialogue simply because they disagree with our position,” Goodman said. “That kind of attitude sets a Graphic by Ken Meyer/Old Gold & Black terrible example for students. Ignoring those whose views are different than yours does not promote learning, discovery, or any kind of positive social change.” Yet PETA’s argument is not free from flaw either.
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Alumnus Milam returns back up “tobacco road” from Duke to alma mater By Katie Phillips | Staff writer Alumnus Hofler Milam (’85) has been named the university’s new Chief Financial Officer. Milam will rejoin the campus of his alma mater in December. He received a bachelor’s degree in accounting in 1976 and an MBA in 1991, both from the university. Milam currently serves as Vice President for finance and treasury at Duke University. Previously, Milam held a leadership position at the university’s medical school and at QualChoice of North Carolina, a health maintenance organization of Baptist Medical Center and based Milam in Winston-Salem. Above and beyond overseeing the university’s financial operations in his position as Chief Financial Officer, Milam will also assume responsibility for several administrative operations that include human resources, facilities and campus services, and the university’s real estate and business operations. Currently Vice President for Administration Matthew S. Cullinan holds the latter responsibilities. Cullinan, however, is taking the position as senior adviser to President Nathan O. Hatch. Cullinan will also be responsible for special initiatives growing out of the university’s strategic plan and the upcoming capital campaign. Looking to his past, Milam and his family have ties to the university for the past several decades, ties that run deep. His wife, Kathryn, received her bacherlor’s degree from Salem College, her Masters in liberal studies from the university in 1995 and MFA from Bennington College. Their two daughters, Sarah Milam Streit (’00, MSA ’01) and Margaret Milam (’04), are graduates, as is Sarah’s husband, Nick Streit (’04). Milam and his wife also have one son, Robert. Robert and his wife, Debra, graduated from Furman University. Milam’s father, Bruce, graduated from the university in 1951, and met his wife Ann when she attended summer school. Milam spoke about his return. “I am excited about returning to my alma mater and being part of the Wake Forest community,” he said. “President Hatch’s vision for the education of the whole person is especially compelling, and I look forward to joining his leadership team.” Hatch also comments on the arrival of Milam. “Hof Milam brings to Wake Forest exceptional skills and experience, as well as a deep understanding of and appreciation for higher education and for this university.” “His commitment to transparency and collaboration have been well demonstrated in his work at Duke University and are important Wake Forest values as well,” Hatch said. “I could not be more pleased to welcome Hof back to Wake Forest, and I look forward to him joining our administrative team.”
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Brieflies Black & Gold Madness unveils men’s and women’s basketball At 9 p.m. on Oct. 23, the 2010-11 Demon Deacon men’s and women’s baskeball squads will host Black & Gold Madness in the Reynolds Gymnasium. The event will introduce team members to fans, and the teams will participate in competitions with university students. The men will hold a 10 minute scrimmage. A dunk contest will be judged by fans. In addition, the 201011 men’s basketball poster will be revealed. Men’s Head Coach Jeff Bzdelik and Women’s Head Coach, Mike Peterson, as well as both team captains will address the fans. The even is free and open to the public. Doors open at 8 p.m., and seating is first come, first served.
Breast Cancer Fashion Show supports Susan G. Komen The Panhellenic Council will host its annual Breast Cancer Fashion Show on Oct. 27 in Benson University Center room 401. A silent auction will begin at 6 p.m., and the fashion show itself will commence at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds from the show will benefit the Susan G. Koman Foundation of the Triad. The Panhellenic Council is aiming for $10,000 this year through ticket sales, donations and the silent auction.
President Hatch makes himself available for students President Nathan O. Hatch will be seated in Starbucks of Z. Smith Reynolds Library at 11:00 a.m. on Oct. 26. Students are encouraged to ask President Hatch any and all questions that they may have about anything related to the university.
Symposium celebrates A.R. Ammons writings “Single Threads Unbraided,” a celebration of the work of poet A.R. Ammons will be held Nov. 15 – 16 at the Z. Smith Reynolds Library. The symposium will examine Ammons’ poetry, art and letters as well as his contributions to American culture and the arts.
State of the University address to be delivered next week President Hatch is scheduled to deliver his annual State of the University address at 4 p.m. on Oct. 26 in Wait Chapel. A campus-wide Fall picnic will be held on Hearn Plaza directly after the speech. The picnic is open to all university students.
“Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” panel to be held University faculty will have a panel discussion on the possible repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” ban on gays in the military at 3 p.m. on Oct. 28. Speakers include: Lieutenant Colonel Keith Brace, military science; Katy Harriger, political science; Philip Batten, psychology; as well as many others. The event is open to all members of the university community including other faculty members and all students.
Dean Franco: English By Renee Slawsky | News editor Nursing his recently-dislocated elbow in a confusing-looking brace, English professor, associate chair of the English department and executive committee member of the new Humanities Institute, Dean Franco, sits in a room filled to the rim with a variety of books. A soft natural light from the open window falls upon his collection. Franco grew up on Huntington Beach in southern California, where he “wasn’t even very good at English” during grade school. When asked what he wanted to be when he became an adult, Franco said that he didn’t have dreams of being an astronaut or a fireman or anything along those lines. Instead, his passion has always seemed to lie in literature. “I used to fantasize about writing. I would lie down and imagine that I was the author of books,” he said. Eventually during his college years, Franco came to the realization that the rigors of an English degree were the path for him. “At some point, I discovered that I had something to say about the
things I was reading,” he said. Franco went on to get his undergraduate degree in English from University of California at Irvine and his subsequent doctorate from University of Southern California. When asked who his favorite writers are, Franco needed a moment to think. Undoubtedly, a man who has read such immense volumes has a lot to sort through to find his favorite. He eventually answered that “he has always loved” the popular author of Moby Dick, Herman Melville, Latino novelist Helena Maria Viramontes and playwright Tony Kuschner. Most of Franco’s independent and published works focus on contemporary writers, instead of more classical ones Franco decided that becoming an English professor was a good way to keep his passion for literature alive. “Being able to be constantly engaged with students,” “being constantly able to read and write” and “being on a college campus,” were all reasons that Franco gave for his wanting to become an English professor.
When he isn’t teaching classes or spending time with his family, Franco is a self-proclaimed “avid cyclist,” which hardly ever ends in a crash, but recently did so and resulted in his he recently-dislocated elbow. Franco said he also loves live music by all bands but his favorite shows have been Blonde Redhead and Gomez. “I really liked Gomez,” Franco said with a smile. Franco also noted that he also truly enjoys cooking. His favorite meal to cook is risotto, which he says “is always made right. There is no other option.” He ended by saying, “I really enjoy teaching students of all kinds of majors. I am a really happy teacher here.” Franco is a valuable member of the university community whose expertise offers great insight into the realm of ethnic literatures and whose dedication stems from his self-sacrificing love for cycling and cooking to perfection. Overall, Franco exemplifies the portrait of a scholarly professor with a twist of young adventurer. Rachel Cameron/Old Gold & Black
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When asked why he decided to become a professor at this university, he answered, “This was clearly the job for me because my research would still be valued but I could still teach at the same time.” “Working with students and for students matter a lot to me but the whole of me as a teacher-scholar mattered a lot as well. That was really appealing to me,” he said. Franco became an assistant professor here at the university in 2001. His first courses were Ethnic American Literature and Jewish literature courses. During his time here, he has proposed two new courses: a Chicano literature course as well as some more ethnic American literature courses, all of which have been extremely popular among students. This semester, Franco teaches a class called “Studies in Chicano Fiction” as well as an introductory English course titled “Home, Exile and In Between.” Everyday after his classes, Franco returns home to his wife, who teaches English at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, as well as his two sons, ages 11 and nine.
POLICE BEAT Alcohol and Drug Charges • Offender was arrested for being intoxicated and disruptive and was also charged with trespassing after being asked to leave an establishment and refusing to do so at 1:57 a.m. on Oct. 8. • University Police conducted a traffic stop and found the offender to be in possession of marijuana at 5:37 p.m. on Oct. 13. A state citation was issued to the offender. • Winston-Salem Police stopped offenders on the sidewalk for knocking trashcans over near Barclay Terrace at 12:27 a.m. on Oct. 14.. The offenders admitted to having consumed alcohol while under the age of 21 and were issued state citations for underage consumption. • An Aramark employee was picking up his
wife from work when he struck a truck entering Lot-M at 4:15 p.m. on Oct. 15. It was determined that the offender had consumed alcohol.
Fire Alarms • Unknown subject(s) removed a television from an unsecured room at 11:49 p.m. on Oct. 16 in Kitchin Residence Hall. • Cash was accidentally left lying in the unsecured storage room and removed by an unknown subject(s) in Shorty’s at 11:36 a.m. on Oct. 17. The safe was also unsecured but nothing was taken. • Unknown subject(s) removed victim’s unsecured cell phone from the ZSR Library while he slept. The theft was reported at 4:38 p.m. on Oct. 17.
Fire Alarms • A fire alarm was set off in Davis at 8:30 a.m. on Oct. 11 due to a hair iron being left on. • A fire alarm was set off in North Campus Apartments at 3:58 p.m. due to burnt food. • A fire alarm was set off in Bostwick at 2:05 p.m. due to hair products in the air of the room..
Miscellaneous • Offender was making the victim uncomfortable by continuously sending text messages and calling her after she asked him to stop. University Police advised the offender not to have any more contact with the victim. The report was filed at 1:57 a.m. on Oct. 11.
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Clotheslines can be used Testing: Treatment of for far more than drying animals in labs questioned
According to Rohlwing, “If a student knows that people are being tortured in countries The Clothesline Project began in 1990 on around the world, we could tell them that the Cape Cod as an effort to address violence occur- UN’s Convention Against Torture states that it is a human right to be free from torture, and we ring against women. The idea was for affected women to express could tell them which countries have signed this and recover from their experiences by decorating agreement but continue to violate it.” “We are encouraging students to pay attention a shirt and hanging it up on a clothesline. Through this public display, viewers were able to the news especially over the next week and to pick out what they think may be a human rights to hear these women’s personal testimonies. The exposure gained overwhelming support in violation and then use it to decorate a shirt,” she this area and has spread nationwide in the past said. “But we are also encouraging students to come even if they don’t have 20 years. a specific idea in mind; we Women’s and Gender Studwill have a list of topics they ies students at the university have based a class project on “Basic human rights ... are being could address in their decoraviolated today and everyday in tions.” the Clothesline concept. The WGS class attempts to Expanding beyond women’s the U.S. as well as raise awareness about the huviolence, their Clothesline around the world.” man rights violations occurProject will address all human Kathyrn Rohlwing ring around the world as well rights violations. Member of Clothesline Project as in the U.S. “For example, Sophomore Kathryn Rohl26 states in the U.S. have wing states that “the goal of no law explicitly prohibiting this project is to raise awareness on basic human rights that are being vio- racial profiling, including North Carolina. We lated today and everyday in the U.S. as well as believe that awareness is one of the first steps in getting human rights to be enforced,” Rohlwing around the world.” The project will consist of a set of tables where said. The class hopes that university students students can decorate shirts provided by the will become more aware of what is happening around the world and in the U.S. WGS class. Patricia Willis, adjunct professor of Women’s Decorators will not keep the shirts, but rather they will be hung on a designated clothesline on and Gender Studies, assigned this to her class as campus by the WGS class on the first floor of a class project, and it has grown into something much more. Tribble hall. “Our professor has been supervising us and The class titled WGS 377: Human Rights Theory and Practice will have a table set up with helping us with our ideas, but the students have laptops to be able to look up specific articles and been very active in making this happen; it has documents that are being violated in current turned into a personal interest that inspires more involvement in the future,” Rohlwing said. events. By Katie Phillips | Staff writer
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This pictures features a monkey who allegedly died in one of the university’s labs due to the various experimentations done on it. Continued from Page A1 In their letters to members of the university community, PETA cited that Senators McCain and Coburn had specifically censured the university’s cocaine experiment. This was misdirection. McCain and Coburn released a list censuring 100 projects the two deemed a waste of funds provided by the 2009 stimulus package. While the two senators listed this experiment due to their belief that it wasted taxpayer dollars, their censure mentioned nothing about maltreatment of animals. Neither sides’ argumentation,
thus, stands flawless. Both sides of this argument ultimately hold opposing views over the use of animals in experiments. For PETA, the costs of animal testing outweighs the benefits. “Imprisoning animals, terrorizing them, making them sick, injuring and killing them is wrong regardless of the hypothetical benefits for humans or oversight system that is put in place,” Goodman said. For WFUBMC, the benefits outweigh the costs. The scientific and medical value of animal research overpowers PETA’s claim. The two views ultimately sit in direct opposition to one another.
Forum on breast cancer keeps women aware Delta Sigma Theta sorority hosts talk on all-around health By Sherea DelSol | Staff writer
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Breast-cancer survivor Tiffany Gibson gave a lecture on women’s health, particularly identifying and treating various types of breast cancer.
On Oct. 14 in Pugh auditorium, the Pi Omicron Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. held their Breast Cancer Awareness Forum, which could be more accurately titled the “Stomp on Breast Cancer.” Vice President J’Taime Lyons introduced the event and stated, “We want to make you aware of your body and your health. To look good on the outside, you have to look good on the inside.” This statement seemed to resonate throughout the entire event and especially because her introduction was followed by a video presentation that truly brought the severity and reality of breast cancer to the audience’s awareness. The presentation displayed facts such as, “1 in 28 women diagnosed with breast cancer will
die from it,” and “Every 13 minutes, a woman dies from breast cancer.” The video also read, “Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in women aged 20 to 59,” and “An estimated 3 million women in the United States today live with breast cancer.” The video presentation was then followed by an introduction of the members of the sorority, Lyons and Mary Ukattah. President Bianca. Fiason and Financial Secretary Jasmine Pitt were unable to be in attendance. Subsequently, speaker Tiffany Gibson began her presentation. According to the introduction by Ukattah, “Gibson APRNBC, WHNP-BC, MSN, RN is a board certified family and women’s health nurse practitioner that has been practicing, promoting and speaking on health and wellness for over 19 years.” Gibson received her bachelor of science in nursing with a double minor in public health and human development with a concentration in nutrition in 2001
from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Gibson had her own fright with cancer, and has been diagnosed with a rare disease with few cases in the world. Though this disease is not cancerous, it is very dangerous and she has had two lumpectomies. She presented the information in a comedic and light-hearted fashion, but she never undermined the seriousness of breast cancer. “We need to have candid conversations so we can change each other’s lives,” Gibson said. “The next person you look at, you may change their life.” She suggests that women decrease their chances of getting breast cancer by taking precautionary measures such as exercising, stopping the consumption of birth control pills after 10 years, conducting breast self-examinations and beginning mammography at age 40. According to her impressive biography, “Tiffany now works as a
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Politics and art become intertwined in lecture By Devon Goodall | Staff writer
On Oct. 19, the university’s art department sponsored “Politics and 20th Century Art,” a seminar featuring Morna O’Neill, Mark Antliff and John Curley. The event was moderated by English professor Scott W. Klein. The seminar complemented an exhibition opening at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University. Each of the three speakers presented essays they had written to a standing room only crowd in the rare books room of the Z. Smith Reynolds Library. To supplement the readings, rare books and magazines used in the presentations, such as copies of The Egoist, were on display from the library’s collection. All of the essays pertained to major political themes and their translation into art in the 20th century, and were presented in chronological order. After the presentations, the floor was opened to audience questions. O’Neill, a member of the art history department at the university read her essay, “A is for Anarchy: Reading Politics in Walter Crane’s Children’s Books.” Focusing on The Golden Primer, one of Crane’s illustrated books, she analyzed the anarchist and socialist aspects of his drawings. A scholar of Crane’s work, O’Neill will be releasing a book on Crane later this year.
During the second presentation Antliff, who is a professor of art history at Duke University, presented his essay entitled, “Direct Carving / Direct Action: the Egoist Aesthetics of Henri Gaudier-Brzeska and Ezra Pound”. Antliff used several publications by Pound and Gaudier in The Egoist to broadcast their modernist views and examine the false sense of perfection created by the classical works of the Greeks and Romans. As author of numerous books on the 20th century, Antliff used his incredibly broad knowledge of modern art to engage the audience as he analyzed the articles and used text written by Gaudier and Pound to support his thesis. Andy Warhol’s Imperfect Machines was the last presentation, done by Curley, another member of the univeristy’s expansive art history department. He discussed the peculiar machinelike qualities of Warhol’s art and its corresponding communist themes. He also cunningly juxtaposed Warhol’s art with other contemporaries such as Jackson Pollock For those interested The Vorticists: Rebel Artists in London and New York is featured at the Nasher Museum on Duke’s campus until January. Co-curated by Antliff and Viven Greene, the curator of 20th century art at the Guggenheim Museum, 90 works from the Vorticist movement are showcased.
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Students and teachers alike crammed themselves into the Rare Books Room in the Z. Smith Reynolds library to listen to a seminar on various artists and their works.
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Goats replace lawnmowers for grasses on campus By Caitlin Brooks | Production manager
The university recently turned to an unlikely source for its landscaping needs: goats. Though unusual in the WinstonSalem cityscape, these narrow-faced, cloven-footed animals were one of the earliest creatures domesticated and have been nomming unwanted vegetation indiscriminately alongside their human masters for some 10,000 years. To d a y the use of goats – animals that are natural browsers, preferring leafy vegetation to grass – for landscaping has seen a resurgence especially in light of recent global sustainability movements. The animals require no fuel beyond the plant matter they consume, provide natural, chemical-free fertilizer while browsing, and have other uses beyond their feeding habits.
Services documented the amount of invasive species – particularly kudzu – in and around the forested areas and launched a plan of attack to eliminate these plants. During the growing season, a single kudzu plant can develop up to 100 vines that each grow about a foot each day. These vines quickly overcome even the tallest and most healthy native trees, causing serious harm to local forests. Because goats prefer leafy plants, they prefer kudzu to almost any other food and because they are extremely mobile and require no heavy machinery to operate, they can easily access parts of the forest that teams of landscapers with backhoes and chemical herbicides can or should not access. A herd of 3540 goats a n d handful of herdsmen working over six days in Graphic by Ken Meyer/Old Gold & Black
Seizing on renewed opportunities for use of these efficient animals, the university explored available options in the Piedmont area to tackle a trial area on campus, the wooded strip of land near the university entrance on Reynolda Road. The university’s partnership with local company Piedmont Goatscapers, Inc. of Lewisville, N.C., was established as a direct result of the Campus Master Plan. When surveying the campus for the plan, Landscaping
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late September quickly rid the Reynolda Road stretch of invasive plants. The goats chewed down the kudzu vines as well as other nasty plant species such as poison ivy and Chinese Wisteria. The herdsmen then attacked the root balls of the plants to prevent regrowth. After a few days, the kudzu vines that have alr e a d y snaked up tree trunks die from separathe root ball, tion from leaving the native plants with a chance to rebound. The method is both time and cost effective according to Jim Coffey, director of Landscaping Services. “What the goats can do with three or four herdsmen would take a whole army just for the section of land along Reynolda Road,” Coffey said. “There are just spots we cannot get to that the goats can by meandering through the woods.” Because the goats often operate in wooded areas near people and roads,
they are contained within an electric fence. Though this prevents runaways and curious onlookers from getting too close to the goats, it also prevents the goats from worki n g in the rain because of the risk of electrocution. Other safety measures are in place as well. In addition to attacking root balls, the herders steer the goats away from native species to prevent damage to local biodiversity. In addition, the animals are always treated ethically to ensure the healthiest herd possible, according to Piedmont Goatscapers. Though this initial program was only a trial run, Coffey is hopeful that the partnership will continue. “For what you get, it’s a very reasonable price,” he said. Financing is currently in the works for other wooded areas around campus.
Forum: Several women give talks on breast health
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Gibson talks to a congregation of women, hosted by Delta Sigma Theta sorority, about feeling good about themselves and keeping healthy. Continued from Page A3
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Chris Morrision speaks about Care Highway International, a non-profit humanitarian organization that he started which provides assistance to people who are suffering from catastrophes caused by man or nature, to an engaged audience.
ing, stopping the consumption of birth control pills after ten years, conducting breast self-examinations and beginning mammography at age 40. According to her impressive biography: “Tiffany has been working as a family and women’s health nurse practitioner in Kernersville, N.C. for almost four years. “She is a nurse practitioner preceptor for UNC-Chapel Hill, UNC-Greensboro, Winston-Salem State University and Stony Brook University of New York. “She is the Founder and CEO of A Maven Seven Company LLC, whose mission is to educate and inspire others to find their personal wellness breakthrough by focusing on the mind, body and spirit.”
The audience was also fortunate to hear a personal testimony from breast cancer survivor Eleanor Bailey. “Take time for yourselves,” she said. “This year will make five years as breast cancer survivor. I lost a student at 19 to breast cancer. Stop and think. The life you save may be your own.” Undoubtedly, the audience left the auditorium with the aim to “fight like girls and knock breast cancer out” and with a better understanding that “breast cancer tumors are a small thing, but they are a huge danger.” The sorority will hold other meaningful events such as “Delta Deep Talks” in the upcoming months, one on Oct. 21 and the other on Nov. 16. These talks will cover the topics of domestic violence and the evolution of the family, respectively.
University not high on list for big employers
Large-scale recruiters tend to overlook the university due to its small size and liberal focus By Kelsey Garvey | Contributing writer
In news that could only be disappointing to university undergraduates, a recent Wall Street Journal study ranked the university 42nd on a list of top national universities in regards to how companies recruit. The university fell behind neighbors North Carolina State (17th), UNC - Chapel Hill (25th), and Duke (28th). The top-ranked universities, according to the study, are Pennsylvania State University, Texas A&M University and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne. Remarkably, out of the top 25 recruiter picks, Cornell University is the only Ivy League school on the list, which was published on Sept. 13. The Wall Street Journal suggests that companies recruiting college graduates favor state universities where specialized programs and practical education better prepare students for the working world. Second, as college recruiting costs are being cut across the board, companies prefer to have oncampus recruiting visits at schools with a larger talent pool and more likeliness of hiring a larger amount of students.
Sullivan concludes that it is no longer financially Even further, the study suggests that small, private institutions like the university who favor a feasible for companies to recruit from schools that well-rounded, liberal arts education fail to be big typically offer one or two new hires per year – a school, for many companies, like ours. players on the recruiting landscape. The Journal notes that recruiting efforts, includBy numbers alone, such schools offer a smaller talent pool which only results in a handful of corpo- ing travel and marketing costs, run upwards of rate new hires. Many of these students also pursue $500,000 to recruit just 100 college grads. For example, understanding the effects of graduate degrees following college, taking them out of the college recruitment process altogether. reduced corporate budgets firsthand, the accounting firm Deloitte decided to Andy Chan, the vice president narrow its campus roster of career development, thinks there was bias in the design of “Students who go to more selec- from 500 to 400 schools this year. the survey, which generated 479 tive and elite schools like Wake “Companies have to be recruiter responses from public Forest want to work for more smarter about investing both and private companies, governselective and elite institutions.” dollars and time,” Andrea mental agencies and nonprofit Andy Chan Hampton, the Deloitte Conorganizations across 24 indusVice president Career Development sulting recruiting manager, tries. said when asked of the com“The Wall Street Journal was pany’s cut recruiting costs. most able to talk to large employIn the future, Sullivan sugers who tend to need to recruit large numbers of students,” says Chan. “Students gests, college recruiters will form deeper relationwho go to more selective and elite schools like Wake ships with universities, using their educational Forest want to work for more selective and elite programs as a pipeline to reach top students. Hampton, of Deloitte Consulting, agrees, institutions.” Even though the Journal acknowledged that the again pointing to the importance of cost-efficient survey is “purposefully practical and limited in recruiting strategies. “It’s more about going deeper on the campuses scope,” it speaks to the changing nature of college you’re at, building relationships with those schools, recruiting. David Sullivan, a well-known speaker and adviser and putting in more people and dollar investment in recruiting, argues that its future will be controlled on those students,” she says. Surely Wake Forest has built some of these relaby market research and cost-efficiency in his article tionships, particularly for students in the Calloway on Ere.net
School of Business. Because the Accounting program is often rated among the best in the country, companies heavily recruit fifth-year students in the Masters of Science program. Senior finance major Neil Conklin who plans on staying another year to obtain his CPA thinks the program’s recruiting procedures are “nearly flawless” and applauds the school for its efforts. However, it may be a different story for liberal arts students. Even Chan was surprised the university made the Journal’s list of recruiting picks based on the size of each graduating class, 40 percent of whom continue to graduate school each year. “About 1,200 students graduate, almost 500 go to graduate school, leaving only 700 students companies are recruiting from, and some go on to teaching,” says Chan. Consequently, Wake liberal arts students who want to enter the work force post-graduation may be overlooked by on-campus recruiters because of the large percentage of liberal arts majors who continue on to graduate school. The question lingers: Is there still value to a liberal arts education at a small, private institution like Wake Forest in this job market? Andy Chan argues there is. “The liberal arts are in demand,” says Chan, who notes that even consulting firms and investment banks need creative thinkers and great communicators. “You have skills and interests beyond what you study,” he said.
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No Dorothy, you’re not in Kansas anymore By Chrissy Milanese | Contributing writer
Students studying abroad need to take their safety into their own hands, as the safety precautions required on domestic campuses are not applicable to many overseas programs. Gaby Borray, a junior studying in Barcelona learned this the hard way. When out with a few girls at a club, one of her friends was given an unopened bottle of liquor. Unsure what to do with it, the girls ended up carrying the bottle around for a while. But when Borray was holding the bottle, she was suddenly seized by a bouncer, who screamed at her and accused her of stealing. , “He dragged me across rtom A the club by my wrist and a Cas took me into a maintenance closet,� Borray recalls. One of her friends saw this happen, and immediately began bang- ing on the closet door. Another bouncer then grabbed this friend and threw her into the closet with Borray. “One of them was holding the door shut, and the other was holding me down by the wrists,� said Borray. “Then my friend started yelling at them to let us go, and the bouncer turned around and slapped her.� Next, the bouncers threatened to call the police, which the innocent girls encouraged them to do. The bouncers apparently realized that they had no argument and let the girls go. “It was a very clear indication of how different things are,� Borray said. “If this happened in the United States, we could’ve sued them or done something about it. But in Spain we couldn’t.�
Many students find trouble on international soil the crime happened on the institutions property public incidents like this, annual university issued because they are used to extensive safety features in that country. crime reports do not provide students with full or The act treats domestic crime differently: “The realistic crime statistics for their location. provided on their home campuses. Though the crime rates of many destinations campus crime report must include statistics conMany feel that domestic institutions and the govare comparable to similar-sized cities in the United cerning the occurrence of certain crimes ernment need to take greater initiaStates, tourists are frequently the victims of crime. on campus, in or on non-campus buildtive in ensuring the safety Madrid and Barcelona, in particular, report inci- ings or property, and on nearby public of students overseas. dents of “pick-pocketing, mugging and occasional property during the three most recent In a statement to violent attacks, some of which require the victim calendar years.� USA Today, Karin Hope, For institutions that have property to seek medical attention,� according to the U.S. former legislative director overseas, such as Wake Forest or New Department of State. for Rep. Jim Ramstad of The United Nations Office in Drugs and York University, annual crime reports Minnesota, said that “it Crime ranks England among the top three submitted to Congress only have to was surprising� to learn nations for frequency of assault and theft. include crime that happens within that there were no safety Popular destinations such as South Africa, the confines of the school’s property. standards for organizaFor this reason, the university’s Australia and the United Kingdom are tions that send high school among the top 10 nations for most cases annual crime report assessing the last or college students “half a of assault per capita, as reported by nation- three years only mentions two issues world away.� Flow House, Vienna of burglary in the Worrell House in master.com. However, regulating Clearly, students in such locations can London. No crime is reported for abroad programs would be the Flow House in Vienna or Casa easily be at risk. very difficult, as students As recorded in USA Today, 596 safety Artom in Venice, although students have been are not confined by their residence incidents were reported by 477 victims while enrolled in these programs. or even city that they choose. ce Veni Jackie Parrot, a senior who studied at Casa Artom, study-abroad students “What do you do?� Jefferson Holdridge, who was was pickpocketed on a train arriving in Venice. director of Casa Artom in the fall of 2007 and a from the University of “If I would’ve reported it to someone professor of English, said. the Pacific in Stockton, Calif., they just would’ve lectured me on from 1999 to 2005, 229 of those “They stay out late, they want to have fun and being cautious, so I didn’t they take risks.� being cases of assault. see the point,� Parrot says. Katie Lotman, a junior studying He agrees that it is important that students are Junior Garrett Brum- made more aware of potential danger before they in Madrid, felt threatened by a field had to defend two travel. strange man, even though she female friends, when three was with a large group. As a short-term solution to this issue, Hope told strange men got into their USA Today that students should “require providers “I was in a park in broad cart on an overnight train from of international student programs to disclose their daylight with a bunch of Bologna, Italy, and hassled the safety records.� people,� she says, “and this Wo girls for money. man who looked like a This would provide students and their families rre “When I showed up they ran with more accurate safety information about the mythical creature came ll H ou away,� he recalls. up to us with a stick and programs in which they enroll. se, “It’s scary to think what could’ve started writing religious mesLo “Risk is not something that anyone can be ndo happened if no one saw the men go in.� sages in the sand and imitating Jesus immune to,� Parrott states, “but providing more n In Barcelona, junior Erin Mahoney’s accurate data would give us a better idea of how on the cross. apartment was broken into and her to protect ourselves, and avoid some of the risks “When we got up to leave, he followed us for laptop, camera and jewelry were stolen. over five minutes until we could lose him.� of going abroad.� Paige Beaumont, another junior, had her phone According to the Clery Act, or the Campus Safety Act of 1990, institutions are not required stolen in London. Graphic By Ken Meyer/Old Gold & Black Since the university is not required to submit to report crime affecting students abroad, unless Photos Courtesy of Center for International Studies
UPS ships out to make room for a new USPS branch By Rob Byrd | Contributing writer
The UPS Store in Poteat Hall will close at the end of this calendar year and will be replaced by a US Postal Service post office. According to the university, the switch should not result in any noticeable changes in campus mail services for students. The new university post office will offer the same services as a regular post office, and will provide shipping
via FedEx, UPS and USPS priority mail. According to Reynolda Campus Director of Purchasing Phil Hendrix, the university decided to bring retailpostal operations back in-house rather than renew the school’s contract with UPS, which expires on Dec. 31. The UPS Store opened in Poteat on Jan. 1, 2005. In addition to the new post office, changes will be made behind-thescenes in mail processing and sorting. The university is planning to merge mail
services on the Reynolda and Bowman Gray campuses to create a single university mail system. A new mail processing center for the university will be located off Jonestown Road in Winston-Salem.
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“Having a combined processing center will increase efficiency and save money by eliminating the need to purchase processing equipment and mailing software for two separate locations,� Dave Pitts, director of Mail Services and Parking Services for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, said.
The merger will not result in any layoffs of university staff members. The five employees currently located in the basement of Poteat Hall will remain Reynolda Campus employees and may have new responsibilities in the new post office. Similarly, none of the 25 employees in mail services on the Bowman Gray campus will be laid off, but many are expected to relocate to a new processing center on Jonestown Road in the near future.
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or some declared majors, registration has already begun, and for others, it continues next week. Registration is always filled with frustrations — WIN malfunctioning, that class you desperately need filling up and unfortunate registration times. Though steps have been taken to improve the process, like moving the registration slot to 5 p.m. — 9:50 p.m., there are still some aspects that need to be addressed. Current seniors here at the Old Gold & Black have a few suggestions and tips for improving the system. First off, a senior seminar, similar to the mandatory first year seminar, would
aid seniors in making career choices, filling out graduate school applications and preparing for standardized tests. Though there is a career class offered currently, there is only one section for the more than 1,000 seniors. Secondly, try not to leave your divisionals or mandatory major requirements all for your senior year. This could lead to clashing schedules, and professors might not always be accommodating, causing you to either drop a major or worse, graduate a semester late. It's always difficult choosing from a wealth of classes, professors and majors, but being prepared and organized can help in the process.
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Respect campus tours and their purpose deal with either by simply smiling and brushing it off or by not responding at all or by saying something like “Oh, that kid is an idiot. Don’t listen to him,” and then consequently undergo questions about the happiness of students at the university and retention rates and all that good stuff. It makes it so much harder for the tour guide when people make these kinds of comments Renee Slawsky to the people in their group so be kind News editor and rewind your mind and just don’t do it. emember last week, when I said None of this is to make you feel that you were cool if you read important though. You aren’t. I don’t newspapers? Well, you aren’t cool know any statistics but I am pretty sure if you yell at tour guides. You just aren’t. that something like .233546 percent Tours are a pivotal part of university of people who experience some sort of advancement. If we want to rise in negativity from a student that isn’t a rankings and say “I go to the 22nd tour guide chooses not to come to the school in the nation,” instead of the 25th respective school. In my opinion (and (according to the U.S. World and News this is my article after all), you just look Report), then the tours are the key to dumb. unlock that pretentious statement. You think you are so cool because It is while on the tour that a visitor gets they are mere, tiny little their entire opinion of high-schoolers and you the school. You never tell yourself “I wasn’t know, the next Bill Gates If you see a tour group, simply smile and look like that lame when I was could be awkwardly in high school” but you following some tour the happiest person in the were. You totally were. guide and looking And it wasn’t eons ago around the Pit with wide world to be walking down a sidewalk at that point in that you were in high eyes. school and when you And if you decide to time. were that awkward kid yell stupid things then on the tour. It was more that person may choose like a couple of years ago. not to come to the university and that So don’t think of yourself as so highwill be one less person who will give the and-mighty and get off your high horse school a good name (which you don’t, or whatever. you annoying person who yells at tour The following is very important. If groups). you see a tour group, simply smile and Let’s outline what qualifies as “yelling at look like the happiest person in the tour groups.” My answer is: anything that world to be walking down a sidewalk at isn’t positive. that point in time. If you know the tour Anything along the lines of “Don’t guide, give a little wave and a cheery come here” or “Get me out of here” or “hi!” to that person and then be on your the pathetic “SAVE ME!” sign is what I way. am talking about here. You are like a monkey in the zoo. To Not only are your efforts mostly the viewers (tour group in this case), ineffective, they make you look like a you are something fun to look at and tool. So just stop. get a perspective of the life of monkeys. Also, think of your peers who are giving When the monkeys get rowdy and the tours. They have it hard enough start throwing stuff, then the viewers having to give tours every week and get disgusted and leave. Then the little answer some of the dumbest questions monkeys have to deal with the wrath of you can imagine, not to mention endure the zoo keepers (tour guides) who will the parents who like to take a long walk beat the monkeys up. So just be a good down memory lane while you are trying little monkey and play nice and don’t to tell their children about how awesome yell at people. Wake Forest is. Being a tour guide is not an easy job. So Renee Slawsky is a sophomore from don’t make it harder by yelling awkward Knoxville, Tenn. comments that the tour guide then has to
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As the Nov. 2 elections approach, North Carolina voters and Wake Forest students should support Richard Burr for reelection to the United States Senate. As a Wake Forest graduate who has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of North Carolina citizens throughout his sixteen years of public service, Senator Burr truly embodies our school’s motto of Pro Humanitate. The nation’s economic recession has significantly affected North Carolina. Thousands are still struggling and the current administration’s runaway spending has done nothing to help. Senator Burr is committed to fixing our nation’s economy.
“You know, when you win first place at a science fair, nobody’s rushing the field or dumping Gatorade over your head.” - President Obama, in a White House science event speech, where he praised the efforts of the winners of several high school math and science competitions in an attempt to promote American improvement in those fields.
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“Few people know it, and he does everything to hide it. But it’s true: Homer J. Simpson is Catholic.” - Sunday’s headline in the Osservatore Romano, the official newspaper of Vatican City, citing a 2005 study which claims that the Simpson family is indeed Catholic, despite executive producer Al Jean’s statement that the Simpsons attend the “Presbylutheran” church.
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“What we hear is that there really isn’t enough information on things like how to buy train tickets, or how to use the baths in traditional Japanese inns.” - An anonymous Japanese official, explaining the need to better educate foreign travelers visiting Japan to avoid culture shock.
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By pursuing sensible policies that promote job growth and reduce government spending, Senator Burr will help reestablish a thriving economic environment and put North Carolinians back to work. Senator Burr is also a strong advocate for our veterans and troops. Since our nation is fighting two wars, it is critical that we support our men and women in uniform. As the ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs committee, Senator Burr tirelessly works to improve the care and service that our veterans’ deserve. A vote for Senator Burr is a vote in support of our troops. When heading to the polls this election season, cast your vote for Senator Burr, a candidate who has been consistently committed to North Carolina. Emily Rabbitt Senior
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Mexico’s problems can be fixed with U.S. aid Matt Moran Staff columnist
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he world’s next failed state may be just to our southern border. Between 2006 and today, 28,000 people have died in Mexico as a result of increasingly violent drug cartels, operating with wide impunity. Governors and other government officials have been kidnapped, members of the police force and opponents of the cartels have been beheaded and many thousands have died in nearly out-and-out warfare. Whole swaths of territory in the Mexican countryside are under cartel control. How did this happen? The two main reasons are Mexico’s long border
with the world’s largest market for illegal drugs, the United States, and weak enforcement within Mexico. Let’s dissect these issues in that order. There’s big money to be made in drug smuggling into the U.S. — estimates range between 10 billion USD to 50 billion USD annually. For perspective, the larger figure is higher than the budget of the Department of Homeland Security. Much of America’s drug supply originates or passes through Mexico. Mexico is the largest foreign supplier of marijuana and methamphetamine and 90 percent of the cocaine in the U.S. market passes through Mexico, although it mostly originates in Colombia. Seventy percent of the narcotics in the U.S. with foreign origins are Mexican. Mexican drug cartels have the joint U.S./Colombian destruction of cartels in Colombia to thank for their share of the market — they filled the void left after the Medellin and other Colombian groups were defeated in what
essentially amounted to an internal war. Another factor permitting the rise of Mexican crime syndicates to their current position as the most powerful criminal organizations in the world is the current ability to purchase assault weapons in the United States. When the assault weapons ban expired in 2006, firearms that belong in a warzone became purchasable in American gun shops. The Economist reports that Mexican authorities have confiscated 55,000 of these weapons, “enough to equip many NATO armies,” most of which were purchased legally in the United States. In other words, the drugs go north and guns and money go south. But Mexico’s location fails to explain how criminal organizations have established, in extreme cases, mini-states. A combination of corruption resulting from the same political party holding power from 1929 to 2000, intimidation, lack of resources and complacency allowed Mexico to get where it is today.
Yet the situation is not lost. At the height of the Medellin cartel’s power, they managed to kill a Colombian senator and presidential candidate in front of a crowd of 10,000 people. The Mexican cartels, though violent and powerful, are yet to reach this level of grandstanding. A high level of cooperation between the United States and Mexico could break their grip on regional power, much in the same way that occurred in Colombia. If California legalizes marijuana, which it may in an upcoming referendum, this would help things even more. With domestic production and distribution of the drug, which makes up the majority of the cartels’ revenue, the cartels would find their bottom drop out from under them. But that won’t be enough. The power of these criminal organizations is both a security threat and makes a mockery of Mexico’s still developing democratic institutions. Because of the structure of the Mexican state, which is highly federal, what power
individual areas do have is guarded closely. Policing, one of these powers, is thus fragmented. The Mexican government should strong-arm local leaders into permitting the federal military, as well as small units of Americans, to fight the cartels — what’s required is beyond the capacity of often corrupt or intimidated local police forces, even if they’re clean they lack the resources to take on well armed and extremely violent narco-guerillas. The United States should support these efforts with funding and (limited) assistance in actual military operations. It should also tighten gun laws to prevent the gangs from having large stockpiles of assault weapons, although this is unlikely given the current political climate. This problem can be solved, but it will take serious efforts from both the Mexicans and Americans. After all, we’re part of the problem. Matt Moran is a junior history major from Pittsburgh, Penn.
Global warming problem becomes a heated debate Will Readhead Guest columnist
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he idea of global warming pushes people to do inconvenient but necessary things to aid our environment. People protest landfills, chain themselves to trees and shove green buckets in our face to protect nature. I agree that we must take care of our environment and derail this out of control waste train the world is currently riding on, but at what costs? How many of these efforts need to be active and governmental issues? Let me first begin by stating there that the world is in fact heating up, and steps must be taken to halt this increasing problem. I am not against protecting the environment and sustaining the earth. It is the only planet we have so we need to protect it. The issue with global warming is the amount of attention it receives, and the solutions presented. Global warming is a problem that must be faced, but should it have such a high position amongst all the other problems? Should issues like the economy, Afghanistan and terrorism constantly sit behind this not too vital topic? We must have priorities. The solutions to global warming are hindering people and trying to expand an already large government. What needs to be done should be done through a few pieces of legislation, but primarily a citizen-coordinated process. The crux of why I argue these things can be conveyed through the Kyoto Protocol. This protocol was established through the United Nations in an attempt to thwart global warming and solve it at an international level. It restricted emission levels and capped how much each country can essentially waste a year. We did not sign this pact in 1997 or 2001 because of the effects it would have on the people.The economy would suffer, the work force would spiral and it wouldn’t work unless India, China and the United States all signed. This pact would cause a great number of already functioning and upcoming businesses to regress because of a fluctuation in the laws. With a down economy, there is less work (as witnessed by our current unhealthy economy)
and the government’s number one duty is to protect its people. The effects of defending global warming would have cost too much in this case as it does in many. If the American government had approved this, it would have willfully decided to ruin many people’s lives in hopes to fix global warming. I am fine with government making decisions that will affect me, but they shouldn’t have the power to determine who will survive. Regardless of if we had signed, it would have been the utter downfall of the United States and the world. China and India did not sign the Kyoto Protocol and weren’t going to regardless of our decision. If we had signed while they refrained the two countries would have produced more because of the lost productions caused by the protocol. And with them producing more they would also create more dangerous gases killing the atmosphere furthermore and neutralizing the whole protocol. So the United States would have plummeted for nothing. I will restate, we must act to save our environment, but it shouldn’t be governmentally conducted nor should it cause harm to the people. Let “Mother Earth” be saved by the people in our own communities where the costs are less and can be uniquely coordinated to the people of the area. Let the government worry about the more crucial issues and push back the possible future problems. Will Readhead is a freshman from Charlotte, N.C.
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but we’re still purchasing our gas from them. Major oil companies have also been paying off Guest columnist scientists with lucrative checks to come up with ’m not calling Readhead the worst, here, conclusions that greenhouse gas emissions do obviously. I blame the current political not hurt the environment. environment. Many politicians have bounced on public The public refuses to believe climate change skepticism to denounce and block green is real and anthropogenic, and our politicians legislation, such as a cap-and-trade system or a are taking advantage of that. renewable energy standard. We as a whole are refusing to believe the They were delighted with ecstasy about the negative externalities of our dependence on Climate-Gate scandal, which turned out to be fossil fuels entirely wrong. and industrial We can’t afford to let this continue. The civilization. world’s top climatologists believe that climate We are change is real and anthropogenic. enjoying our A detailed paper by Stefan Rhamstorf points luxurious to several indicators: leading temperature lifestyles and data have shown that our the earth has been taking for warming about 0.8 degrees, ocean currents granted instant have been getting faster, our glaciers have been transportation, melting at the most rapid pace in decades communication, and satellite data corroborates with these gratification and conclusions. the like. Carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas, At what cost? has been capturing the heat from the sun to We’ve consumed warm our planet. hundreds of It is most certainly not helping our crop millions of years’ yields (otherwise we should have solved world worth of fossil hunger decades ago), and it is acidifying our fuel build-up in a generation by driving SUVs oceans. and pickup trucks and manufacturing cheap, The explosion of climate change is not disposable, plastic goods. natural, and it is most certainly stemming from With this tremendous amount of wealth and greenhouse gas emissions. There is no other prosperity, we’ve also increased our population plausible explanation of how fast our earth has numbers to the tipping point of our carrying been changing. capacity. The earth warmed and cooled naturally With more numbers, our destruction on the millions of years ago, but not as rapidly as environment can only increase. our earth has been changing due to industrial Now how does this play into climate change, civilization. We have run out of time to you may ask. continue debating the merits of climate We have become so dependent on fossil fuels change. that I believe that we are relieved to believe we Our planet and fate as a species are at risk are not hurting the environment. Look around due to climate change, because there is no you! possible scenario for us to adapt once we hit We still purchase our gas from British the point of no return. Petroleum after that terrible accident in the I believe we can save ourselves, but we need Gulf. action now. Almost every other major oil company has had a terrible offshore drilling accident, Richard Min is a freshman from Macon, Ga.
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Jersey Shore has become a ‘shore’moneymaker for cast Hamlin Wade
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rom Ronnie’s infamous “oneshot” knockout punch on the streets of Seaside Heights to Snooki’s prolonged search for a “Guido, juice-head gorilla,” Jersey Shore has captivated viewers since its premiere episode. Seven individuals from the Northeast converged on the shores of New Jersey, ready to consume copious amounts of alcohol, hit on the opposite sex and, more than likely, cause more harm than good. Yet, for some reason, these seven individuals have crept into our daily lives, they have become household names and their unintelligent and unwitty catch phrases have wormed their way into our vocabulary. Despite their pitfalls as intelligent life forms, the American public is
enthralled, tuning in every week and making Jersey Shore one of the most watched shows in the history of television. Perhaps, despite their failures as humans, despite all their slang and inappropriate behavior, they can teach us something. For what we are witnessing is just what our founding fathers hoped for, a comeback story about seven individuals who overcame adversity and a failed education to make a name for themselves. Mike, better known by his selfproclaimed title of “The Situation,” projects himself as a savior and messiah of all true males. He degrades and belittles women, referring to unattractive females as “grenades.” His only goal in life is to imbibe and hook up with a different girl each night. Heaven forbid he fails, for in his failure a hell storm of fury and insults are sure to follow. Yet, for some reason, the world loves Mike. We pay him absurd amounts of money to “Dance with the Stars” and make workout videos. The man is
over 30 years old. I don’t know about pet lobster worms. Take a minute you, but when I’m 30, I sure hope to highlight every illogical and I’m not combing the beach trying to downright embarrassing thought by pick up women. I sure hope I’m not Snooki in the previous sentence. pushing women and making lewd Despite the shortcomings of gestures towards guys that look at me these individuals’ parents, they the wrong way. But, maybe I’m the have succeeded in our wonderfully crazy one. capitalistic and “pull yourself up by Nicole, or your bootstraps” “Snooki,” is a society. character that may While the Despite their pitfalls as be unrivaled in the world may intellegent life forms, the history of reality have counted television. Snooki Snooki out, American public is enthralled, stands roughly she persevered. tuning in each week and making five feet tall (that The world may Jersey Shore one of the most is, including her have laughed famous “poof ”), at her when watched shows in the history of with an attitude that television. she was just cannot be matched. regular Nicole, She’ll fight anything, trudging along or anyone, at a to a tanning moment’s notice. Her whole goal bed every other hour, but no one is in life is to find a steroid hunk that laughing now. That $20,000 fee she cannot formulate a sentence, but can demands for making an appearance at curl his weight. a party sure helps silence the critics. During one episode this season, Maybe the world laughed at Mike she “rescued” a lobster that was to be when he would lift up his shirt and cooked for dinner, and announced point to his abs, exclaiming that this, that a lobster had a strict diet of in fact, was the “situation.” But the insects, so she’d be feeding her $25,000 per episode fee bulging from
his pockets sure is no laughing matter. This is the classical American success story. And I for one won’t stand in its way. Good for the cast of Jersey Shore. I for one applaud their savvy approach to life. They realized that they had something the world wanted to see. They realized that they could make money off of people who rejoiced in the fact that they were far superior to these idiots on the Shore. Good for Ronnie and Mike and Snooki. Good for them for capitalizing on a free market society. Maybe we can learn something from the entrepreneurial example set by these pioneers. So, go out, and hit the gym hard. But check out GNC before you go, I hear they have a sale of Ronnie’s steroid products. Go tan, go do some laundry and always remember to fist pump. Before you realize it, if you’re truly channeling your inner unintelligent spirit, you may be “The Situation.” Hamlin Wade is a junior political science major from Charlotte, N.C.
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{ UPCOMING GAMES } FOOTBALL: 10/30 @ Maryland 11/06 v. Boston College 11/13 @ N.C. State
MEN’S SOCCER: 10/23 @ Maryland 10/26 @ Elon 10/30 v. Boston College CROSS COUNTRY: 10/30 ACCChampionships 11/05 Hokie Open Race 11/13 NCAA Regionals MEN’S GOLF: 10/24 Collegiate Champ. 10/25 Collegiate Champ. 10/26 Collegiate Champ. VOLLEYBALL: 10/22 @ Florida State 10/24 @ Miami 10/29 v. Georgia Tech WOMEN’S GOLF: 10/22 Landfall Invit. 10/23 Landfall Invit. 10/24 Landfall Invit.
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than 200 yards since Micah Andrews accomplished the feat against Vanderbilt on Sept. 1, 2005. The 241 yards by Harris are the sixth-highest single-game total in Wake Forest history. “Coach (Frank) Beamer has always done a great job with special teams, and they continue to do that,” Head Coach Jim Grobe said. “It seems like we’re up against a great quarterback every week, and here’s another one. He’s a mobile quarterback and might be more mobile than either (Georgia Tech QB Josh) Nesbitt or (Navy QB Ricky) Dobbs.” The Deacons only had nine total first downs, compared to the Hokies’ 35. The Hokies racked up 605 total offensive yards compared to the Deacons 346. “Defensively, they have started coming into their own,” Grobe said. “They had a lot of young guys playing early in the season, and they struggled a little bit.
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Sophmore wide receiver Chris Givens carries the ball during the Deacons 52-21 loss to Virginia Tech.
Despite our present slump in athletic performance here at home, the echoes of Demon Deacon athletic excellence have not gone unheard of in the world of professional sports. From soccer in Holland t o baseball in Japan, former Wake Forest athletes are continuing to keep the spirit of the old gold and black alive around the globe. There are dozens of Wake alumni playing sports professionally: Aaron Curry (’08) is a linebacker for Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks, Webb Simpson (’08) plays on the PGA Tour and several former soccer in the deacons play professional United States and in Europe. In 2010, however, there are three former Demon Deacons that have stood out among the rest in terms of media attention and athletic performance. The first of these is Alphonso Smith, who graduated in 2008 with a degree in history before being picked up by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft. Until recently, the general consensus among the national media and both NFL and WFU fans was that Smith was not living up to expectations. “Alphonso Smith’s short NFL career was a bust,” AOL FanHouse writer Ryan Wilson said in a recent article. “The Broncos gave up a first-round pick to take him in the second round of the draft, and a little more than a year later they shipped him to the Detroit Lions.” However, the perception of Smith as a “bust” was shattered during the Lions’ game against the St. Louis Rams on Oct. 10. In the fourth quarter, Smith made his third interception in three games and ran 42 yards for a touchdown, helping his recently destitute team to their first victory of the season. Interestingly enough, the touchdown itself was not what earned Smith the most attention. Instead, it was his Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Carlton Banks-style celebration dance that made SportsCenter’s Top Ten and had sports writers thanking the touchdown gods for a sign that the end of the Dougie era was near. It is easy to love Smith solely for his dance moves, but Lions coach Jim Schwartz insists that the public focus more on Smith’s progress and potential on the gridiron. “He did an outstanding job,” Schwartz said after the Lions beat the Rams 44-6. “He’s earned the right to get out there and play.” Another former Demon Deacon who has recently proved himself in the big leagues is golfer Bill Haas, the third member of the Haas golf dynasty to play for Wake. Throughout his career at Wake, Haas was considered one of the best in college golf: He was a two-time PING
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Woods looks into transfer to Louisville By Bobby O’Connor | Sports editor
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After being released Oct. 11 by athletic director Ron Wellman, former basketball player Tony Woods has made an official visit to the University of Louisville in Kentucky. Woods, who was suspended indefinitely from the program Sept. 13, pled guilty Sept. 30 to misdemeanor assault on a female following a Labor Day incident in which he fractured his girlfriend, Courtney Loreln Barbour’s, lower lumbar spine. “We wish Tony the best of luck in all his future endeavors,” Head Coach Jeff Bzdelik said. Louisville coach Rick Pitino met with Woods Oct. 16 in Louisville and has reportedly been in contact with Woods’ former AAU coach Norman Parker, his former Wake Forest coach Dino Gaudio and Barbour. “I would suspect other coaches are doing the same thing,” Parker said, in an interview with the Louisville Courier Journal. “But he wants to go to Louisville and he wants to take care of his (legal) obligation. He knows what he did wasn’t right.” As part of a plea agreement, Woods was given a suspended 60-day jail sentence and was ordered to 100 hours of community service, participate in anger management classes, pay a $100 fine and be screened for drug and alcohol abuse. If Woods fulfills his legal obligations, which can be transferred and completed in the state of Kentucky by the state of North Carolina, he could enroll at Louisville, or another school, for the spring 2011 semester. However, since Woods was removed from the school following an Honors and Ethics committee decision, he would need to sit out two semesters athletically and can’t be on athletic aid until the spring semester of 2012. He would need to pay tuition for two semesters while not playing and then would be eligible to play and receive a scholarship for his final three. “He plans on attending Louisville if they offer the scholarship,” Parker said. “But his first focus is to take care of his responsibilities.” Parker said more than 30 schools called to inquire about Woods’ availability, including Georgetown, Kentucky, Xavier and West Virginia. Woods, a 6-foot-11-inch junior from Rome, Ga., played in all 31 games last season and had been expected to be the starting center this season after averaging 4.6 points and 3.2 rebounds last season.
Former Deac deserves punishment of the law ByBobby O’Connor | Sports editor
Appalling. It’s appalling that Tony Woods only received a suspended 60-day jail sentence, 100 hours of community service, participate in anger management classes and pay a $100 fine after attacking his girlfriend and fracturing her spine. These types of crimes are typically punished with at least some jail time. Presumably because of his status as a collegiate basketball player he has escaped with not even a slap on the wrist. Woods needs to be held responsible to the full extent of the law, if not more responsible because he is in
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The New York Yankees’ golden boy, southpaw pitcher C. C. Sabathia, pulled the team through a must-win game on Oct. 20 and ensured a game six in Arlington, Tx., on Oct 22. Despite the enormous discrepancy between the Rangers and Yankees’ salaries, a hot-topic for many sports trivia enthusiasts, the American League match-up continues to be actionpacked, drawing more attention from viewers than any other Championship Series this season. Head Coach Joe Girardi quoted the age-old sports adage, “take it one game at a time,” in his Oct. 19 interview and announced Phil Hughes will start the sixth game. Hughes will hope to pitch longer than his game two showing, which had him exiting before the fifth inning, and Yankees fans will cross their fingers and hope for a Petite-Lee game seven.
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Redshirt freshman running back Josh Harris was named the ACC Rookie of the Week on Oct. 18, following the Demon Deacons’ 52-21 loss the Virginia Tech Hokies. Harris, who entered the game with 43 carries for 189 yards on the season, had a breakout game. Harris Harris averaged 12. 1 yards each time he ran the ball, gaining 241 yard and scoring two touchdowns. In Virginia Tech’s rich football history, no other running back had ever rushed for more yards in one game prior to Harris’ clinic on Oct. 16.
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The football team lost their fifth straight game, 52-21, Oct. 16 to Virginia Tech at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg. The Deacons fall to 2-5 for the season and 1-3 in ACC play, while the Hokies improve to 5-2 on their season and 3-0 in the ACC. Freshman Josh Harris ended Harris the game with a career-high 241 yards, the most yards Virginia Tech has ever allowed on the ground by an individual. Harris is the first Wake Forest player to run for more
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the public sphere, just as responsible as any other wife-beater would be. The severity of her injuries would warrant stricter judicial enforcement. This isn’t a minor assault. He fractured her spine in front of their child. He should receive a harsher than average penalty rather than a lighter sentence. In addition to a lighter sentence he was able to plead guilty to only one of the assault charges while the other two were dropped. Woods’ actions were only reinforced by his ability to get out of serious repercussions. This experience has only taught him that his athletic abilities supersede his actions and errors. While I’m sure he is more than sorry for his actions he needs to face real consequences and take full responsibility for his immature and illegal actions.
Furthermore, it’s appalling that any other basketball team has even entertained the idea of welcoming Tony Woods to their team after the university released him. It shouldn’t matter how talented he is, how desperate a team is for talent or how many other schools are clambering for. The fact remains; he assaulted his girlfriend, in front of their 8-month-old child, fracturing her spine a little over a month ago. The honor and ethics council dismissed Woods, who had been suspended from the basketball team following his arrest, from the university for the remainder of the fall semester. It’s shocking then that within a week Woods went from suspended player, to being removed from the
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By Bobby O’Connor | Sports editor Charles MacGregor Harrison went to high school at Whitefield Academy in Atlanta. In the summer of 2009, he played in the British Amateur Championship. During his first year at the university he played in two events as an individual during the fall season. During the spring 2010 season, he finished the year with a 76.8 scoring average and played in a total of six tournaments. This summer he finished 41st at the Rice Planters Amateur Championship. When, why and how did you start playing golf? My family moved to the west coast when I was in seventh grade and we lived really close to a golf course. I was able to go after school and practice whenever I wanted. Why did you choose to come play at Wake Forest? I wanted to go to a university that would make me a better golfer, and Wake Forest seemed to be the best in every recruiting “category.” Of all the schools I looked at, Wake had the best coach, facilities, academics and teammates. How has the golf team at Wake Forest been different than your experiences in high school? Collegiate golf is obviously much more competitive than high school golf. Being on the golf team here at Wake has helped me become a better player because I play and practice every day with guys who are incredible golfers. How would you characterize your experience playing in the ACC thus far? From a golf standpoint, the ACC is one of nation’s strongest conferences. It’s been a lot of fun so far getting to compete against good teams in the ACC.
What do you anticipate in the future for your golf career in the ACC? Personally, I’d like to keep getting better and better each day by working hard on the right things in my golf game. As a team in the ACC, though, I know we’d enjoy winning the ACC championship multiple times. What ACC team has presented itself as the biggest threat this season? Georgia Tech generally has a pretty good team, and so does Clemson. We’ve only played them once so far this year and beat them both What has been the most challenging aspect of your time at Wake Forest thus far? Missing class is the hardest part about playing on the golf team. Our team misses more days of class than any other athletic team at Wake, and in lecture-based classes it takes a lot of extra effort to keep up with the work. How would you characterize yourself as an athlete? I’m just like any other Wake Forest athlete. I train hard to benefit my personal performance on and off the golf course. If for some reason tomorrow you were no longer able to play golf, what would you aspire to? If I couldn’t play golf, I’d enjoy doing anything business related. My dad’s involved with an airline, and his business life really interests me. Do you have a mental routine that helps you stay focused during rounds? As in most everything, consistency is key in competitive golf. I approach every shot the same way with a good pre-shot routine. Whether it’s a tee shot or a chip, my pre-shot routine never changes. It keeps me focused on executing the shot and not about the shot’s significance or end result.
What do you find to be the biggest challenge in training? A golf swing takes a long time to change. When I need to make a swing change, it’s frustrating wanting to see immediate results when I know the changes will take time. What do you think makes the golf team unique here at Wake Forest? Wake Forest has one of the richest golf traditions of any university in the United States. Professionals who have graduated from Wake and had successful PGA Tour careers are very interested in how the guys on the team are currently playing. It’s fun to know that they care about what we’re doing. What are your personal and team goals for this season? Personally, I’d like to end the year as an AllAmerican. I also hope I can contribute to my teammates’ success. As a team, we want to put ourselves in positions to win every tournament we enter. Do you feel like being a Division I athlete requires you to make a lot of social or personal sacrifices? Being a Division I athlete, especially a golfer, requires incredible personal and social sacrifice. Between practice, traveling, and tournaments, a lot of time spent at Wake Forest is missed. You miss lots of social functions and time spent with friends. Is there a particular professional athlete that you have looked up to throughout your career? I consider Webb Simpson to be one of my role models. He played golf at Wake a few years ago and has been very successful so far on the PGA Tour. Away from golf, though, he’s a man of character and he’s passionate about his Christian faith.
Who has been the most influential person in your life throughout your career? My parents have been incredible in their support of both me and my golf. They simply want me to enjoy the game and have fun on the course, regardless of how I play. They always ask me if I had fun on the course before they ever ask what I shot. Where do you see yourself 10 years from now? I’ve wanted to a successful PGA Tour professional since I was a little boy so hopefully I’ll be able to fulfill that dream. What do you find the most exciting part of golf? Golf is exciting when hard work during practice pays off under the gun in tournaments. It feels great to practice hard away from tournaments and then play well under pressure when your teammates are counting on you. How do you balance your commitment to the team with the academic challenges of school? Before we leave for a tournament, I try to make sure that all of my schoolwork is completed and turned in early. If you get the work done beforehand, it can’t pile up on you when you’re traveling. This allows me to give 100 percent of my attention and effort to helping my team play well at tournaments. What is the most challenging aspect of golf for you? I struggle with getting down on myself when I don’t play my best, or when I hit a good shot and don’t feel like I was rewarded. In a golf tournament, nobody else in the field, with the exception of your teammates, wants you to play well. When you get down on yourself, you simply add to the negativity. As a result, it’s very important to stay positive and confident on the course, even when things aren’t going your way.
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Men’s soccer ties in close game to N.C. State By Matt Poppe | Staff writer
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Not even 110 minutes were enough to settle the Oct. 16 match between the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and the N.C. State Wolfpack. Despite two overtime periods, and a combined 32 shots by both teams, the match ended in a draw at 1-1 in front of 2,400 at Spry Stadium. The match, the Genna Wiley Memorial Match, took the night to honor the memory of the late wife of former men’s soccer trainer, Steve Wiley by sporting pink Nike jerseys. These jerseys were auctioned off in a silent auction for a total of $2,680. “I felt it was honor to play in the game,” sophomore Ben Newnam said. “It is obviously a big part of our program. It means a lot to the town and the people around here and Gimenez we were glad we could raise that much money for them.” The money was donated to the North Carolina Triad affiliate of the Susan G. Komen foundation. “Genna was part of the family,” Head Coach Jay Vidovich said. “In some small way to be able to keep her name and memory with the program is definitely great.” N.C. State’s Gbengha Makinde took the first shot of the game in the sixth minute of play but it was stopped by senior goalie Akira Fitzgerald. It was the Deacons that found the back of the net first. Freshman Tolani Ibikunle played a long pass downfield to fellow freshman Luca Gimenez. Gimenez dribbled just inside the 18 yard box and took a shot that curled past the goalkeeper and into the right side of the goal. “Luca’s goal was very special,” Newnam said. “To create the space he did and whip it in like that is big time. It was a great start to the game and definitely helped us out.” The goal was Gimenez’s third of the season putting him one behind sophomore Andy Lubahn for most goals scored this season. Ibikunle’s assist was his second so far this season. The Deacons were able to shutout the Wolfpack in the remainder of the first half. Wake Forest continued to keep the lead early in the second half, thanks in large part to excellent goalkeeping by Fitzgerald who had a diving stop in the 55th minute on another attempt by N.C. State’s Makinde. The Wolfpack however continued to attack and were able to break the tie in the 65th minute. A lengthy throw in found senior Tyler Lassiter who
headed the ball towards the goal from about 18 yards out. Sophomore David Brown then was able to flick the ball into the goal from close range and even the score. Following this the Deacs did not back down, however, and made multiple attempts to regain the lead. In the 70th minute of play, Wake Forest had a great chance to take the lead when Lubahn made an excellent pass to Gimenez who found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper. Gimenez chipped the ball over the goalkeeper, but his attempt sailed high of the goal and the game remained 1-1. Neither team was able to score in the remainder of the second half which meant the game would be taken to overtime. Each team had a few shots attempts in the first overtime period. For the Deacs, Newnam and junior Luke Norman both had their shots sail wide of the goal. For the Wolfpack, Makinde attempted one shot and senior Akil Defreitas had two shots, one of which forced Fitzgerald to make a diving save. The first overtime period saw no goals so the two teams headed into a final 15 minute period that would serve as the last opportunity to break the tie. The second overtime saw much of the same as each team attempted one shot with neither finding the back of the net. The final horn went off to signal an end to the contest leaving the score at a 1-1. Seven Wake Forest starters played all 110 minutes of the contest. Fitzgerald finished with six saves in goal for the Deacons and is now fifth all-time in school history with 212. “We had three quality chances to win the game and what I am excited about is that they created those chances,” Vidovich said. “We’re doing it the right way and we are playing Wake Forest soccer.” The tie is the second of the season for the Demon Deacons, with the previous draw coming on the first game of the regular season against Seton Hall. Wake Forest now has a record of 5-6-2 on the year and 3-1-1 in ACC play. The Wolfpack also have a 5-6-2 record on the year but are 0-4-2 in conference play. The Deacs will look for a victory on Oct. 23 as they visit College Park, Md., to take on the No. 4 Maryland Terrapins. The Terps boast a 9-2-1 record on the year and are just ahead of the Deacons in the ACC standings at 4-1-1 in conference play. “Maryland is a quality team and one of the most successful teams at home in the country,” Vidovich said. “We think if we can improve our team play in the correct ways, we can have a result against Maryland if we are fortunate and play at our best.” Wake Forest defeated the Terps 1-0 last year in Winston-Salem and will hope for a similar result. The kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Ludwig Field.
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Sophomore midfielder Ben Newnam jumps for the head ball against an N.C. State defender during the Deacons 1-1 tie.
Lady Deacs no longer first in ACC after loss to Virginia By Laven Newsom | Staff writer
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Sophomore defender Jackie Logue blocks a shot during Virginia’s 2-1 win over the Deacons Oct. 17.
Wake Forest Picked to Finish Last in ACC Preseason Basketball Poll Wake Forest was picked to finish last in the Atlantic Coast Conference this season by a vote of the media members attending the 2010 ACC Operation Basketball Oct. 21 at the Renaissance Suites in Charlotte, N.C. Wake Forest, coming off a 20-11 campaign and back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances, received 134 points in the preseason poll. This marks the lowest the Demon Deacons have been picked since they were predicted finish last in the 1987-88. Last season, the Deacons were picked sixth in the preseason poll and finished in a tie for fifth in the final league standings.
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It was a roller coaster weekend for the Deacs as the team played Virginia Tech to a tie to claim first place in the ACC on Thursday, only to relinquish the top spot a few days later in a tough loss to Virginia. However, it wasn’t all bad news for the Deacs as freshman sensation Katie Stengel set a new freshman record for goals, and points, in a season when she recorded her 13th goal of the season against the Cavaliers. “I was lucky enough to become a part of an extraordinary program based upon improvement,” Stengel said. The freshman forward tied the school record with her 12th goal of the season against the Hokies in a difficult road game. The Lady Deacons came out of the gate slow as they let VT score the game’s first two goals to grab the early lead. The Hokies scored on a long shot in the 20th minute off of a defensive error and then again 19 minutes later off of a corner kick. “We didn’t start playing until two girls were actually scored,” sophomore Jackie Loguesaid. It was all Deacs from that point on as the potent Wake offense came alive to score three straight goals. The first came in the 41st minute when sophomore Marisa Park dribbled 30 yards before
ripping a shot that ricocheted off the post and into the net. “That goal allowed us to have momentum going into the second half to score two more goals and take the lead,” Logue said. Stengel was next to score as she collected a pass from senior Bianca D’Agostino and slipped it past the keeper to knot the game at two. Park then notched the first three-point game of her career when she completed the long pass to sophomore Kristen Meier, who was able to bury the shot in the back of the net to give Stengel the Deacs a shortlived 3-2 lead over Virginia Tech. However, it wasn’t a lead the Deacons could hold onto as the Hokies scored a minute later to tie the game. The road trip through Virginia continued for the Deacons over the weekend as the team traveled up I-81 to take on the ninth ranked team in the nation. Once again the Deacs started slow as the Cavaliers were able to score the first two goals of the contest. The first came in the 11th minute when freshman Aubrey Bledsoe was caught off guard in goal and a Virginia player was able to slip a header under the crossbar. However it looked like the momentum might shift the Deacs’ way when
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a Virginia player was issued a red card in the 13th minute giving Wake a man advantage for the rest of the contest. Unfortunately, the Deacons couldn’t carry the momentum as the Cavs immediately responded with an excellent scoring opportunity that forced Bledsoe to make a tremendous save in the 25th minute. “We just couldn’t carry the momentum of the goal, we were sluggish,” Logue said. The Cavaliers would then capitalize in the 36th minute when a Virginia player fired a shot from 12 yards out that found the back of the net. The Deacs would respond in the first half as a streaking sophomore India Winford was fouled in the box allowing for Stengel to score her record breaking goal and move the Deacons within one goal. Defense dominated in the second half as Bledsoe made multiple saves to keep Wake in the game. Unfortunately the offense was unable to put the ball in the back of the net and the game would end with Virginia ahead 2-1. The Lady Deacons return home to finish out their regular schedule as 6th ranked Maryland comes to Spry Stadium Oct. 21 at 7p.m followed by contests with Boston College on the 24th and in-state rival UNC on the 31st. The Deacs know that they need their best in the coming week and hopefully into the post-season as they have high aspirations. “We are still improving day in and day out in an attempt to win a national championship,” Stengel said.
Maryland kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on ESPNU
Golfweek film a feature on the new golf complex over summer
The Atlantic Coast Conference today announced game times for all league games on Saturday, Oct. 30. Wake Forest, who will play at Maryland Oct. 30, has a 3:30 p.m. kickoff time. The game will be televised on ESPNU. The Demon Deacons have an open date this week and will be looking for a win against the Terps as they come off a five game losing streak. The Deacs lost at Virginia Tech Oct. 16 52-21 after suffering two late fourth quarter upsets at home against Georgia Tech on Oct. 2 and Navy Oct. 9.
This past summer, Golfweek came to campus to film an installment of “Off-Campus”, a show that features golf student-athletes from around the country talking about their games and showing off where they play. Host Asher Wildman talked with women’s head coach Dianne Dailey about the golf complex and then was led on a tour of the facility by Lee Bedford of the men’s team and Hunter Ross of the women’s team. The clip of the new complex aired this week online and the video is still available to be viewed on the Golfweek website.
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Deacons finish third in Panorama Invitational By Maggie Cancelosi | Staff writer
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The men’s and women’s cross country teams placed third in the Panorama Farms Invitational.
Pressbox: Woods needs real penalty
Both the Wake Forest men’s and women’s cross country teams showcased impressive performances in the Panorama Farms Invitational on Oct. 15 by each finishing third place overall. The Demon Deacons took on tough competition including in-state rivals like ECU and UNC Charlotte, as well as ACC opponents Duke and Virginia. Setting the tone for the men as the first of the Demon Deacons to cross Divinnie the finish line, senior Tom Divinnie completed the 8k course with a season-best time of 24:18.96 to grab seventh place. In the Charlotte Invitational in early October, Divinnie ran a steady 24:45.8 and placed second. Following Divinnie, fellow senior Greg Billington finished in 13th with a time of 24:29.36. “I really enjoyed competing in my second race under the guidance of
Coach Millar and Coach Hunt,” Billington said. “I feel like I’m racing with an entirely new and better team this year because of the attitude and preparation with which we approach our competitions. It’s great to run races with the expectation that not only can I run fast, but that I can contribute to a very good team performance as well.” Redshirt freshman Devin Huizenga placed 27th after running a 25:11.71, with teammates sophomore Garret Drogosh at 25:21.89, junior Paul Loeser at 25:29.57, and sophomore Jake Graham at 25: 39.40 placing in the top 40. The Wake Forest men improved their average time from 25.03.0 in the Charlotte Invitational to 24:58.30. “The team’s confidence is growing with every race and we’re very excited to race ACC’s in Boston in two weeks,” Billington said. “With four ACC teams ranked in the top 20 nationally, we’re looking to improve from last year and place fifth or sixth. Personally, I feel good about where my training and my coaches are taking me. If I can continue improving, hit my taper right, and execute my race well, I hope to help the team by finishing all-ACC.” “Coach Hunt’s leadership and the dedication he instills in the team have made us ready to perform at our best for the conference championships.
Now it’s up to us and our playoff beards to ensure that we make the most of that preparation.” For the women, junior Anna Nosenko led the Deacons for the second consecutive meet with a time of 20:44.81 and third place on the 6k course. Freshman Nicole Irving had another confident showing by placing ninth in 21:27.14. “My attitude going into the meet was that it was our team’s last chance to gain some confidence before the ACC championships and it would also give us the last opportunity to see exactly what we need to work on to do our best as a team at ACCs,” Irving said. “I feel that the season has gone really smoothly for me personally because I’ve been healthy and consistent at all of our meets. I’ve felt stronger than I expected to feel. I will prepare for the ACC meet by keeping focused on getting enough rest and also maintaining confidence about such an important meet,” she said. Sophomore Allison Homer took 11th place, while senior Cate Berenato captured 19th. Redshirt sophomore Casey Fowler and freshman Melanie Powers and Lindsey Kerr all finished in the top 30. The average team for the women was 21:57.80. The Demon Deacons will next compete in the ACC Championships at 11 a.m on Oct. 30.
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school and now is going on official visits to other schools with practically no time for him to consider the consequences of his actions. Woods was punished by the university yet in no time at all is now being rewarded by other schools. The decision to take on the 6-foot-11-inch center would reflect poorly on the basketball program and coach’s judgment. I’m all for second chances. We’ve all benefited from one. This situation is beyond a second chance. Playing college basketball at a major school is a privilege, one that should be warranted by more than your conduct on the court but by your actions off it. Woods’ current leading possibility, joining the team at the University of Louisville, shows the desperation of the Rick Pitino, the head coach. Louisville finished last season with a puzzling first-round Big East Tournament loss to a second-division Cincinnati team and then the worst first-round NCAA Tournament loss of Pitino’s career. While recognizing the desire to win, success is a choice, just like doing the right thing. Are we supposed to just assume that in the past 43 days Woods has learned his lesson? The bottom line is, Woods neither deserves nor should get a second opportunity to play competitive collegiate basketball, at least until he has seriously reflected on the severity of his actions.
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The women’s volleyball team defeated the University of Virginia in four sets Oct. 17 in Charlottesville, after losing to Virginia Tech Oct. 15. By Bobby O’Connor | Sports editor
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The Lady Deacons lost to Virgina Tech Oct. 15 in three straight sets, 25-21, 25-18, 25-12, at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Va. The loss drops the Deacons to 11-7 overall and 4-4 in ACC play, while Virginia Tech is now 13-6 overall and 4-5 in the ACC. Senior setter Kelsey Jones moved into second place for the university’s record of all-time assists with 25 assists in the match and 3,915 for her career. Sophomore Andrea Beck had seven kills, senior Kristen White contributed six kills while senior Megan Thornberry led the defense with 14 digs. Junior Carlin Salmon had eight, hit .375 on the night and had four blocks. In Set 1, Virginia Tech jumped out to an early lead, going up 11-3. The Deacons would rally back to tie the set 12-12 until the Hokies were able to take a 21-
19 lead after a kill by Jennifer Wilker. The set would end in favor of Virginia Tech, 25-21. The Deacons would take the early lead in Set 2, 7-2. The Hokies would take an early timeout before coming back to tie the set at 12-12. Virgina Tech would win the set, 25-18, following an 11-5 run. In the final set, the Hokies would dominate the play leading to a 25-12 victory. The Lady Deacs then traveled to the University of Virgina Oct. 17 where they would win the match in four sets, 20-25, 25-23, 25-22, 25-23. The win puts the Deacons at 12-7 and 5-4 in ACC play, while the Cavaliers drop to 9-10 and 3-6 in the ACC. Salmon had a season-high 16 kills and season-high seven total blocks, while Thornberry turned in a season-high 29 digs during the Deacons’ win. Freshman Kylie Hargreaves had a career-high of 10 kills, a .348 hitting percentage, three aces and three total blocks. Junior Cambrey Oehler had four kills out of the back row, while also recording 11 digs. Jones had a season-high of 53 assists and 14 digs, while she had 13 kills.
In the first set, the score was tied till Virgina would take a slight 11-9 lead before a Deacon rally to tie at 13-13. The Cavaliers would win the set, 25-20, off a 5-0 late set run. The Deacons would take the lead, 14-9, in Set 2 off a 7-2 run. The Cavaliers would return to tie the score 14-14. The set would be a point-by-point battle till the end, with the Deacons clenching the win by a slim 25-23 margin. In the third set, the score would be tied eight separate times until the Deacs went up 20-17. Salmon would record three kills that would clench the 25-22 win. In the final set, the Deacons and Cavaliers battled for points with Virginia taking a late 21-17 lead. The Lady Deacs would score four points in a row to tie the game. Wake would win the set and the match, 25-23, off blocks by Salmon and McIntyre and a kill by Salmon. The Demon Deacons will travel to Florida next week to play Florida State at 7 p.m. on Oct. 22 before playing Miami at 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 24.
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first-team All-American, three-time AllACC player, ACC Player of the Year in 2003 and a member of two Palmer Cup teams and the 2003 United States Walker Cup Team. Haas began golfing professionally after earning his degree in religion from Wake in 2004, but failed to earn his PGA Tour card for the 2005 season. He played on the Nationwide Tour until 2006, when he earned back his place on the Tour. Until recently, Haas placed fairly low on the money list. Other than his 2004 win at the CVS Charity Classic alongside his father, golf legend Jay Haas, the former deacon could not manage to make his mark on professional golf. However, 2010 has been Bill Haas’ year. On Jan. 25, he won the Bob Hope Classic at 30-under par, beating out famed runners-up Tim Clark, Matt Kuchar and Bubba Watson for the top spot. Then, on Oct. 3, Haas earned his second PGA Tour win with a 15-under
par finish at the Viking Classic in Madison, Miss. Haas’ sudden surge into the spotlight comes as no surprise to most golf connoisseurs given the history of golf brilliance in his family. As of 2010, Haas’ father Jay has won 23 times on the PGA and Champions Tours. His uncle Jerry was a three-time winner on the Nationwide Tour, played on the PGA and Championship Tours, and is currently the Wake Forest Head Golf Coach. Then of course there is Haas’ great uncle, Bob Goalby, who won the Master’s in 1968. In the words of Miami Herald golf writer Kevin Currie, “The pedigree has always been there for Bill Haas. He’s simply carrying on the family tradition by enjoying a breakout season like this.” The third deacon to enjoy some spotlight in 2010 is Winston-Salem native Chris Paul. Paul accepted a scholarship to Wake Forest University in 2003 after only two seasons of varsity basketball at West Forsyth High School. After two years of leading the deacons
to two NCAA Tournaments, the 2004 ACC Rookie of the Year declared for the 2005 NBA Draft. Paul was selected fourth overall in the draft by the New Orleans Hornets just before Hurricane Katrina devastated the area that the team called home. Although the Hornets only played three games in their home arena that season, Paul still managed to earn the 2006 Rookie of the Year Award. Unlike Smith and Haas, Paul’s name has made headlines since the beginning of his professional career; As of 2010, the charismatic “CP3” has a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics, three NBA All-Star appointments, and a bronze medal at the 2006 FIBA World Championships to his name. However, in 2010 Paul became involved in a new conversation that developed as a result of Lebron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh’s decision to manufacture a ‘dream team’ in Miami. Since the LeBrachelor/LeBronathon decision fiasco over the summer, many have speculated that Paul and Denver Nuggets golden boy Carmelo Anthony
want to be stars in new skies as soon as possible. “We’re barely three months removed from ‘The Decision,’ but the countdown to two more star players changing addresses is already underway,” said Bleacher Report NBA savant Adam Lazarus in an article on Oct. 14. “Chris Paul’s unhappiness in New Orleans has not gotten that much attention this summer and early fall. But once the season starts, someone’s going to want the All-Star point guard.” So what’s next for Chris Paul? Will he make a last effort to turn New Orleans into a two-title town? Or will he defect to a team where prospects for a championship ring are brighter? Regardless of his decision, Paul will always be a beacon of hope for Demon Deacon fans. This is partially because of the impact that he made on the legacy of Tobacco Road and Wake Forest basketball. However, it is also because he is a humble hero that has utilized his fame and fortune to bring hope back to Winston-Salem. In 2005, Chris Paul initiated The
CP3 Foundation, a philanthropic campaign aimed at assisting the WinstonSalem communities that nurtured him throughout his youth. In its partnership with The Winston-Salem Foundation, The CP3 Foundation has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for Paul’s hometown through annual events like Chris Paul’s Winston-Salem Weekend and Rock the Block. From Chris Paul’s continuous dedication to Wake’s two eternal loves, basketball and service, to Alphonso Smith’s throwback celebration dance and Bill Haas’ continuation of the demon deacon golf legacy, it is impossible to not be proud of how former deacons are representing our mother so dear outside the bubble. So next time you catch a glimpse of a dramatic losing score or leave a Wake Forest game at half time out of fear of impending heart break, take a walk on the positive side. Wake Forest may not be having the greatest year in college athletics, but the demon deacons have yet to fail in style, skill or philanthropy in the realm of professional sports.
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Website rates the university on more than just academics By Caroline Murray | Staff writer A disadvantage that befalls a small percentage of high school students is the inability to visit any college or university of interest during his or her senior year. In that boat, the first time this writer ever felt the warmth of the South and laid eyes on Wake was the first day of freshmen orientation in August 2009. A valuable resource for similar students going into the college process blind is a website known as College Prowler. Established in 2002 by Carnegie Mellon University students, this college guidebook publishing company serves to catalog universities across the country and rate them in various categories that would potentially determine the college choice of average Joe high school senior. On the Wake Forest University page, basic school information, such as location, tuition, and undergraduate size, is listed. Above those lie 20 qualitative categories with an A-F grade next to each, evaluating the university so students may get a better atmospheric grasp on life at the home of the Demon Deacon. Another handy feature, besides justifications and explanations of each grade, includes a listing of comparable schools and their grades. In most categories, Wake is evaluated among other prestigious schools such as Boston College, Washington and Lee and even Yale. Some grades are no jaw-droppers in any sense of the word. Greek Life was given a not-so-surprising A+, to which freshman Carolyn Vespa commented that there was a “very strong focus.” Drug Scene was rated at a B+, stating that there are not “enough drugs on campus to even consider it part of a ‘scene.’” R a n k ing systems in general, senior Rob Sawicki noticed, are rather subjective. “Whenever something is being ranked,” he said, “there is always a point of view that is always arbitrary and often unfair.” This is precisely why student writers use surveys from currently enrolled students to formulate their rankings accurately. The website, therefore, presents an insider’s guide and view to high school students prowling the College Prowler. There are multiple grades, however, where a general consensus of agreement cannot be as easily reached, at least by some current Wake Forest students. College Prowler rated academics at a B+ and Athletics as an A-, a comparison that junior Meredith Hermann calls “very off … our academics are much stronger.” Although Wake’s athletics are overly impressive, the academics far exceed athletics in terms of national reputation, Hermann said.
The website even comments on the “Work Forest” reputation, noting how “incredibly demanding” the workload is, making success all the more rewarding. Vespa disagreed. She said if you dedicate yourself and work hard, it is manageable. “The professors are accessibly and really excited and into all their classes,” Vespa added. College Prowler also recognized the faculty dedication that is widespread throughout the different academic departments. A category of seemingly greater concern is Facilities with a big, bold A-grade. In the past, such a grade may have been accurate, but now, Hermann and Vespa both felt a lower grade far better represents the facilities on campus. “With the addition of all the new freshmen,” Hermann said, “I think it’s ridiculous that the university isn’t keeping up with the growing population.” Over 100 additional students in the freshmen class alone create various facility problems, Hermann noted. She has many classes that are 30+ students, when Wake prides itself with having more than half of the classes containing below 20 students. In addition, places like the Fresh Food Company, Z. Smith Reynolds Library, and the Miller Fitness Center are often overrun with students to the point of overcrowding and inconvenience. “(Unfortunately), it’s a problem that’s not really going to be solved anytime soon,” Vespa said. The C grade given to Parking
seemed too generous to a few students. An individual may often find students frantically concerned with parking their cars in Q after the weekend in fear of receiving a ticket. “The parking is not adequate to handle the number of cars that we have on campus,” senior Josh Connor said. He further commented on parking inefficiency by stating that there are several spots behind north campus apartments “that are not serving any purpose whatsoever.” Sophomore Kirstyn Scott, a transfer from University of Pennsylvania, has already noticed the negatives associated with parking on campus. “I’m really happy that I didn’t bring a car,” Scott said. “Borrowing a friend’s car was the worst idea ever because it takes forever and a half to find somewhere to park.”
Having a car may not even be as advantageous as one initially thinks, since the Nightlife/Local Atmosphere’s grade of B- may also be misrepresentative. Disappointment exists for some students who may have been hoping for lively nightlife outside of the bubble of the Wake campus. “Downtown is not completely void of interesting aspects,” Connor said, “(but) Winston-Salem itself doesn’t have all that much in comparison to other college towns.” Connor, who helms from Nashville, also commented on the limited music offerings of the city, saying that it was quite an unfortunate characteristic of the city. Junior Latisha Di Venuto agreed. “(WinstonSalem) is inhabited by older people,” she said. “(It’s) not like if you go to Chapel Hill or even Greensboro; they have a straight-up college scene … Winston-Salem itself doesn’t have all that much in comparison.” Since there are so many happenings on campus during the weekends, Scott pointed out, there is very little incentive to go out for nightlife entertainment, given all the concerts, parties, and special events held on campus. Perhaps one of the most considered categories — whether that’s a good thing or not is based on personal priority assortment — is the Girls/Guys category. Wake Forest’s grade? Girls received an A while Guys received an A-. “Most of the guys here are one of three things: attractive, stylish, or nice,” Scott said. “A lot of them are two or three (of those). That is definitely a fair ranking.” Not everyone agrees, though. College Prowler literally comments that Wake Forest “could easily be featured in a J. Crew catalog.” Students can attest to the general attractiveness and fitness of students, but Hermann noticed something bad that is an extension of such qualities. “I don’t have problems with girls having the same style or dressing the same,” she mentioned. “I have more of a problem with girls all acting the same.” Di Venuto’s observations, or lack thereof, are more indifferent. “Attractiveness doesn’t faze me when I’m looking to make friends,” she said. “I make friends with whoever I can … I don’t (care about) how attractive they are.” The College Prowler may be relatively accurate in painting a broad picture of college life at specific universities, but obviously, one cannot know until they’ve experienced the all the school offers for themselves.
Abroad Column | Seppo in Oz
Student enjoys social aspects of living ‘Down Under’ Gary Pasqualicchio Staff columnist
As classes slowly come to an end, I got a chance to get out for a few weekends this month and enjoy myself. From visiting the one of the world’s biggest national parks, to partying Oktoberfest in style, to spending a weekend on a farm in the rural town of Bathurst, there was no lack of excitement for me and my study abroad friends. Royal National Park, located just outside of Sydney, is the largest of its kind in Australia.
On a weekend day trip, I canoed down Unfortunately, I had a large group Kangaroo Creek and stopped for a break assignment due the following day which among some natural streams and rock I was scrambling to finish before I had formations. to wake up the next morning with a We had a barbecue lunch in the middle pounding headache. of the park before hiking a few miles I arrived at the “pregame” around 3 along the top of a group of cliffs over- p.m. where a large authentic German looking the sea. band performed in The tour of the our college’s quad. park ended with Drinking beer October was certainly a busy a trip to a small, out of our customsecluded beach ordered steins on month for non-school-related where we cooled activities and provided me with the lawn in the sun, down in the saltwe definitely had a some of my best memories water after a long very good time. studying abroad. day. Dinner was … The following interesting as we got Thursday, in the some food down typical Aussie way, before the big party we got trashed. Oktoberfest, the largest at Unibar where the entire student body student party of the year, kicked off as would be packed in. early as breakfast for some of our resiI’ve been to a number of Unibar pardents. ties throughout my semester abroad but
this one was by far the biggest and best. With a DJ inside, live music out, and beer aplenty, Oktoberfest raged on. In typical fashion, the Basser College crew finished the night at “The Rege,” the local hangout and had a pretty solid sleep — except for the one guy who went around smashing bottles while blackout at 3 a.m. I definitely needed a weekend of peace and quiet after a pretty busy start to the month and got it when my IFSA-Butler program organized a weekend farmstay for us four hours west of Sydney in the small town of Bathurst. While Dockairne farm experienced snow for the first time in a generation on our first day, the weather didn’t stop us entirely from having a good time. Me and three of my friends who are also part of the abroad program got a tour of the farm, seeing cows, horses, sheep and chickens as well as a number of
cats and dogs. Our host family couldn’t have been more welcoming — not to mention the fact that they fed me better than I had been fed in a long time with homemade pumpkin soup, beef stroganoff and fresh scones. At the end of the weekend, we drove up into town and along the public road that also serves as a racetrack for the Bathurst 1000, a steep, windy climb up the side of a hill before a straightaway towards the finish line. Apparently, Australians like their auto racing as much as the South does. October was certainly a busy month for non-school-related activities and provided me with some of my best memories studying abroad. The countdown begins with T-minus four weeks until I return home and I hope to have another great month before that time comes. Oh yeah, I think finals might be in there sometime, too.
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Old Gold & Black Life
Humor Column | Reverand Robert Hooke
Movie Theater Releases for Oct. 21 Paranormal Activity 2 Rising Stars The Taqwacores Inhale Punching the Clown Boxing Gym Kalamity Knucklehead 11/4/08
Did you know? Kissing spreads less germs than shaking hands. Word Play WWOOOLLF
Columnist contemplates canine afterlife William Daly Staff columnist
Do all dogs go to heaven ? I wouldn’t know, I haven’t been there. Although I can tell you that the majority of the dogs I have met have never been baptized. So if you are so sure that Fluffy is a “good dog,” how can you tell if the big guy (or woman) upstairs thinks the same way? Lets solve this problem on His terms then. Let’s start with Fluffy’s everyday activities. Fluffy will usually get up around the crack of dawn and demand some sort of attention. Be it they want to go for a walk, feel it necessary to lick your feet or would just like to use the grass for their morning constitution they certainly do not show much respect for human comforts.
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• Singer Alicia Keys gave birth to her first son, Egypt, in New York City with husband Swizz Beatz. • ABC’s V will return for a second but shoterned season this winter. The 13 episode order has been reduced to a 10 episode order.
• Happy Days actor Tom Bosley has passed away at 83 in his home in Palm Springs. He was said to be suffering from a staph infection. • Tyra Banks has requested a restraining order against “mentally unstable celebrity stalker” Marten Williams, Jr., claiming he has “targeted, harassed and stalked” Banks since 2006. Williams allegedly believes that he “killed George Bush, Jr., and that Michael Jackson is alive and living in Long Beach.”
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Spooky Trivia Night Tuesday, Oct. 26 8-9:30 p.m. Shorty’s Short Course: Pumpkin Carving Wednesday, October 27 7-9 p.m. Benson 409 Murder Mystery Dinner Thursday, October 28 6-8 p.m. Mag Room
Drink of the Week Midnight Madness
Get psyched for the start of basketball season with this delicious mango beverage. Go Deacs! 3 oz coconut rum 2 oz mango liqueur 1 oz pineapple juice Prepare a tall glass of ice then add the coconut rum. Next add mango liqueur and the pineapple juice. Shake and pour into shot glasses, or serve in short glass with a cherry.
Finally, once your pup has satisfied all its immediate needs in the morning, it’s time for it to go off to work and compensate you for all that money you spent on removing his manhood. Nope, dogs don’t go to work, people do. In fact, while you are away working, your animal is most likely lying on the floor, and possibly sneaking its way up onto the couch while you aren’t around. Lazier than a tenured professor (who happens to lack all the bones in their body), your dog works about as hard as Rush Limbaugh citing his sources. This, my canine-lovers is their last strike: Sloth. I would tell you that with work this could be different, but isn’t that the issue we are getting at? You are now left with one of two choices. You can either live your life, and pray that the creator takes pity on Fluffy and allows you two to be with one another in eternal happiness. If it were up to me I wouldn’t hedge your bets and suggest you major in pre-law and meet Fluffy in hell.
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• Antonio Echevarria, a celebrity paparazzo, is suing former boxer Mike Tyson for $25 million, claiming that Tyson beat him up in LAX airport in November 2009.
Now, as far as upsetting the great is in their shame, who mind earthly decider, waking up early is certainly things.” not a cardinal infraction, yet thinking For those of you who have a divided only for yourself can be quite sinful. house, those with both cats and dogs, Thus, Fluffy starts his day pretty your worries will resonate with this close to the inferno 365.25 days a year. next discussion. As the morning wears on, Fluffy is We all know that cats and dogs bound to get hungry. have never gotten along, and despite Now, if you have ever watched their feeble attempts to remain calm morning television, you are bound around their masters they are certo have seen a fair share of dog food tainly not fooling me. commercials where the dog raven“A friend of my friend is my friend” ously devours whatever salmon/steak is what I have always said. mix is placed in Yet, dogs and front of them. cats, having I would hedge mutual friends of So if you are so sure that Fluffy my bets that your human beings, dog, no matter struggle to is a “good dog,” how can you how much food follow this rule tell if the big guy (or woman) you give them, on a daily basis. upstairs thinks the same way? will continue to Some would drool and beg Let’s resolve this problem on His chalk up the for just “one more issue to genetics terms then. scoop.” or ecology, but I This is textcan tell you from book gluttony. my experience I cannot urge you enough, the it’s the all-encompassing draw of sin. next time your dog is begging you These simple creatures are agents of for another helping of Kibbles and wrath, a cynical and sinful sin. Bits, to read your dog Philippians Sadly, I have to admit that by 8 a.m. 3:19 “whose end is destruction, whose your pet Fluffy is one strike away from god is their belly, and whose glory being quite a hot dog.
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Movie Review | The Social Network
Exaggerated Facebook biopic still entertains crowds By Angela Weaver | Contributing writer
As many students here at the university and around the country do, I spend my time procrastinating on Facebook. Sleep isn’t as important as seeing what my friends did over the weekend or whose relationships status changed over break. After seeing the movie The Social Network being on Facebook now feels a bit different. The movie is wrought with moral suspense and much like following your friends on Facebook, has you follow Mark Zuckerberg through his life at college and his consequent fame. Even though most of us use Facebook multiple times daily, I’m sure most of us couldn’t explain the history behind the website and its young creator. The history behind the website is baffling and at times unbelievable. The movie claims that Facebook started as an idea for a social dating network for the students of Harvard University and the idea didn’t begin with Zuckerberg, but instead with two brothers on the crew team. (As the movie progresses a picture of an innocent, bitter college genius turns to one of a college genius who steals other students’ ideas.) Jesse Eisenberg plays the role of Mark The subsequent story is a moral roller coaster. the box office hit The Social Network. Many times throughout the film I found myself wanting to shake Zuckerberg and get him to under- Facebook is just that we’ve worked so hard for all stand what was going on. this time.” Jesse Eisenberg plays Zuckerberg in a role that Even if the movie is over-dramatized, and accordhe will probably be well ing to Zuckerberg, untrue, it is remembered for. worth seeing. He shows ZuckerThe genius of the world’s The Social Network berg as having a seemyoungest billionaire is not overStarring | Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, ingly apathetic attitude looked and the characters unfailJustinTimberlake and Brenda Song toward anything but ing wit is charming, even when writing code and a it is buried in animosity. Director | David Fincher person who is arrogant, The acting of Andrew GarWho’s it for? | Anyone addicted to sarcastic and rude to his field, cast as Zuckerberg’s best Facebook friends and those around friend, Eduardo Saverin, is comRunning Time | 2 hrs. him and yet, creates a pelling and relatable. Rating | A character that you find You will find yourself many yourself pitying and in times throughout the movie awe of at the same time. identifying with his reactions Zuckerberg certainly and emotions. isn’t portrayed in a light that he should be proud Justin Timberlake also appears as Sean Parker and of, whether it be true or not. gives the audience a performance worth applauding. Zuckerberg has said of the movie, “I just think I never have high expectations from Timberlake people have a lot of fiction ... The real story of and I was pleasantly surprised.
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Zuckerberg, “creator” of Facebook, in He plays the young entrepreneur and party boy with grace and conviction that is not usually associated with Timberlake’s acting. The appearance of Disney starlet Brenda Song doesn’t add much to the movie; even in her screen relationship with Saverin she is bland and noncommittal. Her acting isn’t a far reach from her acting on Disney’s Suite Life of Zack and Cody and Suite Life on Deck. The Social Network leaves you with a sense of awe for the genius of Zuckerberg, but at the same time leaves a bad taste in your mouth about the portrayal of his moral character. Even if the story is untrue and exaggerated, as he says it is, he will most likely not be remembered well as a result. It is definitely a movie worth going to see. Bring your Facebook obsessed friends and prepare to be amazed, frustrated and pleasantly surprised. If nothing else, you’ll have a new appreciation for your procrastination technique.
Life Old Gold & Black
Thursday, October 21, 2010 B7
Students explore hardships of dating long distance By Mat Payne | Staff writer
Not all masochists are into bondage and leather; sometimes they’re regular people who’ve fallen in love. Everyone who has ever experienced it knows that love has the power to make even the most brilliant minds drunk with desire to make mistakes. From the cliché, getting a tattoo of a lover’s name to putting yourself through emotional and sometimes physical agony over someone, love can sometimes lead to regret. Unfortunately, being in a long-distance relationship has the potential to be one of these regrets. If you’re thinking about staying with your partner long distance, you should be warned that you will become intensely familiar with pains of longing and the burn of desire. Is it worth it? Undoubtedly this should be the first thing to think about before submitting yourself and your partner to the tortures of a long -distance relationship. The easiest way to answer this question is to cut straight to the point and ask yourself the tough questions. “Do I care enough about them to stay physically committed,” and “Is the relationship strong enough to stand the strain?” If the answer to these questions is yes, then you’re on the right track. However, just because you have the ability to make things work doesn’t mean you’re going to escape without having your devotion tested. Physical longing is the worst enemy of the long distance relationship. There’s nothing worse than sleeping alone night-after-night wishing that there was someone there beside you and knowing that no matter how hard you close your eyes, that won’t be there. It’s times like these that thoughts of cheating may creep into your head, but before you do, think for a second. Not only are you putting the relationship at risk, you’re putting yourself at risk for the burgeoning amount of guilt and self-loathing that’s sure to come. Unfortunately, I have no advice on how to combat the frustrations of loneliness other than to tell you to just tough it out, keep yourself busy and think about how it’s going to feel when you’re reunited with the one you love. So where’s the pleasurable side to this masochistic behavior? If distance does anything positive
for a relationship, it will remind you why you fell in love in the first place. Distance allows you to step away from consistency of a normal relationship and see your partner in a different light, forcing you to see every little detail of their personality. Without the luxury of physical intimacy, the added focus on personality can turn small nuances that may have once been frustrating into cherished traits. Though it’s not necessarily a good thing, being thousands of miles away from your partner allows you the “luxury of laziness.” This is mainly a guy thing, but is in no uncertain terms, it’s the ability to look a little less put together than you would if your partner was there. How do I make this work? Communication consistency is the key to making a long distance relationship work, and with current technology, it’s easier than ever. Throughout your time apart, Skype will become your new best friend. Being able to see your partner while you’re talking to them will obviously make you feel closer to them, as well as making the distance more bearable. For the more romantic types, handwritten letters will mean more to someone than any e-mail or Skype call will. There’s something to be said about the rush of going to the post office to pick up a letter and gushing over every stroke of the pen on the paper. It can’t be stressed enough that regardless of the medium, consistent communication will make the burden of distance much more bearable. Reunited. This moment is just as glorious as you would expect it to be. Tears of joy may be shed, astonishment to finally be together may set in and everything may seem unreal for a while. Most importantly, the months of mounting tensions will undoubtedly end with incredible hook-ups, making the trials completely worth it in the end.
He Said
By Caroline Murray | Staff writer
Those of us who have been or are currently in it, we can all attest: it’s freakin’ hard as hell — and that’s putting it mildly. Wearisome, emotionally draining, maddening even. How many nights have I stayed up either crying or banging my head against the wall trying to figure out why I subjected myself to the ever-avoided long-distance relationship? Why would any girl do this? The answer is simple: Mr. Amazing. LDR’s are perhaps the most prime example of two people working their asses off to be with one another. Ask anyone who has tried, and they will tell you the endurance needed to outlast all the challenges faced is comparable to a Mount Everest summit expedition (not that any of us have been that accomplished thus far). More than likely, if you’re embarking on such an unpredictable journey as an LDR, I’d pray to God (and Mary and Joseph and Saint Christopher, the whole heavenly kingdom) that you realize what your decision entails — and that you have the strength to endure what is to come. One thing you need to know before embarking on an LDR: From the get-go, LDR’s automatically start off at a more serious stage than other relationships, strictly because casual and distance do not mesh well. There’s no opportunity to ease into it and take it one step at a time; you’re already taking a huge step right off the bat. The level of trust required to start and maintain an LDR is extremely intimidating. With the distance and natural separation between a proximity-challenged couple, it’s going to take an overabundant amount of confidence in the other person to keep the relationship healthy. Too often and far too easily can things go downhill
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when jealousy, drama or mistrust adulterate your connection to each other. But it’s not all bad. There’s a huge benefit that accompanies LDR’s, and that’s the ability to maintain individuality, self-sufficiency, and indulge in healthy solitude. Since you’re not the chick whose boyfriend is attached at the hip, getting things done and spending quality time with friends become very productive and doable feats. You’re not being suffocated by a need to see your boyfriend everyday; enjoy the freeing time you have to yourself. Talk everyday. Seriously. Keeping daily tabs on each other and communicating couldn’t be more important. The physical closeness the two parties feel is already lacking, making it that much more important to maintain a strong emotional bond. Talk about your day in detail, learn interesting facts about each other, and think about/plan what you two will do when you see each other next. All of these things will bridge the distance between you and your significant other. There are not many couples who can handle the threatening challenges of an LDR, which makes the initial consideration of the idea that much more imperative. So talk about it. Like I said, it is without a doubt the hardest thing that I have ever done — but for that person you love and care for, the knowledge that he is a part of your life in that way is worth the effort. When you’re both trying that hard to make it work, you at least know that your significant other cares enough to endure the distance just to be with you. Would I ever do it again? Hell no … but I’m a stronger, more versatile person for having tried and, thus far, succeeded. Just picture it: it’s been weeks--you’re about a millisecond away from leap-frogging over your roommate and jumping out the window when you hear his car honk from the parking lot down below. Finally, that far-too-prolonged kiss and hug of warm embrace. There are few greater feelings in the world. Think of that to get you through the rough times.
Restaurant Review | Tequila
Cheap Mexican joint draws loyal following Concert Review | Flaming Lips
Show entertains musically and visually By Kory Riemensperger | Contributing writer
Photo courtesy of Ansley Byers
Tequila’s offers good service, cheap prices and university spirit despite its unimpressive service. By Ansley Byers | Contributing writer We all have our favorite, cheap Mexican restaurants that we love to go to. The food may not be authentic and the service may not be so great, but it is the experience that keeps drawing us back. Tequila is just this sort of restaurant. Located at 2802 Reynolda Rd., the restaurant is a five minute drive from campus and makes for a quick and easy, low-cost break from the monotony of the Pit. The best part about Tequila is that the entire place is completely decked out in everything and anything Wake Forest. Everything from the featured Demon Deacon Burrito and other Wake-themed entrées to the embroidered WF logo on the booths to the photographs on the wall, creates an experience that every Demon Deacon should experience before graduation. The price range at Tequila is similar to that of many other cheap Mexican restaurants. Entrées range anywhere from $8-$11 depending on how big of a portion you order. If you bring the ticket stub from a Wake Forest game you can receive 15 percent off. You can also get the same discount if you bring in a church bulletin on Sundays at lunchtime. The food at Tequila is not bad. I would give it a six out of 10. Of course, it is nowhere near authentic Mexican cuisine, but if you are looking for a filling meal then Tequila is definitely a good choice. The portions were more than reasonable compared to the price. The burritos and enchiladas filled the enormous plates and all entrées came with rice and beans. It is pretty typical of what is expected
at a Mexican restaurant. “ACP is my favorite thing on the menu,” freshman Abby Bledsoe said. ACP stands for arroz con pollo, or rice with chicken, and it is definitely a must try on Tequila’ s menu! Other menu items include tacos, quesadillas, burritos and nachos. And of course, free chips and salsa were provided. The service at Tequila is not spectacular. I would have to advise that it is not the sort of place to go out with a large (more than five people) group. The building just simply cannot handle it. The layout of the restaurant is set up with booths and tables designed for about four people. In particular, I visited with a group of about seven girls and it took the staff a while to keep up with us. But if you grab just a couple of your close friends, the service is not bad at all. “The service was pretty good. They were good about bringing drink refills especially. The food didn’t take too long either, and they had good chips and salsa for us to snack on,” freshman Kate Culbreath said. The dress is definitely casual at Tequila. As has been made obvious, this is your typical, cheap Mexican joint in town; no need to get too dressed up. “I would recommend Tequila to a friend just because it is a nice, casual night out with friends or family, and its great if you’re really hungry because they give you a ton of food,” Culbreath said. While the service and small facility can sometimes ruin a dining experience, the Wake Forest décor and cheap prices make it an experience that every Demon Deacon should have before graduating.
You wouldn’ t think that St. Augustine, Fla., could get as cold as it did Oct.15, when Stardeath and White Dwarfs took the stage to warm up the crowd for the Flaming Lips. I could see the water vapor stream from the lips of lead singer Dennis Coyne as he performed the first couple songs of the night. Some readers may recognize the familial relationship between both bands. Coyne’s uncle Wayne fronts the far more successful Flaming Lips. Still, it’s a credit to Stardeath that they’ ve come this far. Their work on The Flaming Lips’ 2009 remake of The Dark Side of the Moon was not even hinted at during the whole set. They chose, instead, to perform their own original, psychedelic creations. It was entertaining, though they have a lot of room for improvement. I must admit, I find much of Stardeath’ s set hard to recall, especially since a good portion of it was spent glancing over at my thirteen year old brother with his fingers in his ears. He
was clearly waiting for the Lips, and so was I (or perhaps it was just too loud- it was a very loud concert). The intermission was well received, when it arrived. On the other hand, the break in the concert also brought with it two rather portly fellows who apparently had skipped the opening act in favor of getting drunk. Though they seemed to know each other very well, they sat with an empty seat between them (which I found odd) and both carried a Monster energy drink and a pale lager of some sort (which I found disturbing). Wayne Coyne stepped out to applause, and reminded us about how powerful their strobe lights were: “We turn these things to max. If you start to have a bad trip, it’s very easy to fix. Just look away.” Minutes later, the concert started, and the lead singer pushed himself out into the crowd in a giant inflatable hamster ball. At the same time, some giant confetti cannons came on somewhere and the entire amphitheatre was showered upon.
Balloons bounced above the crowd like beach balls; it was getting really colorful. Much of the concert was filled with this eye candy. At one point, Coyne disappeared from the stage in the middle of a song, only to return with two giant papier-mâché hands. The Lips perform in front of a giant LED screen which, when not displaying psychedelic visuals, gives a close up of Wayne Coyne’ s face. This screen was turned off, and the whole place went dark. The next thing I knew, green laser beams were shooting out of his hands, and reflecting upon two disco balls above the stage. The entire crowd was covered in little green spots. The encore was brief, but still spectacular. The entire crowd sang along as the Flaming Lips performed their most recognizable song, “Do You Realize?” Between the sights and sounds, it certainly will stand as one of my favorite concerts for a long time, if not the most memorable.
Genre Review | Indie
Music industry overuses the term ‘indie’ By Mat Payne | Staff writer
Open up your iTunes, click the genre bar and then search indie. Undoubtedly what’s going to come up is a long list of bands that fall into one of many subgenre’s ranging from “indie folk” to “indie rock,” to “indie pop.” Though it may seem as if this isn’t a big deal, it is because “indie” isn’t a genre of music at all. The word “indie” is nothing more than a colloquial abbreviation of the word independent. In the music industry, the word independent describes any record label that isn’t affiliated with one of the labels known as the “Big Four,” which is made up of, Universal, EMI, Warner Bros. and Sony Music Entertainment. By this definition, there are numerous “indie” labels out there that are technically producing “indie” music. Many of these labels, aren’t however putting out anything that resembles the sound that the media has referred to as “indie.” Don’t
believe it, think about it this way. That terrible modern southern gospel album that your grandparents play in the car probably wasn’t produced by one of the big four or one of their subsidiaries, if by any label at all for that matter. However, for those that were produced by a label, the label they are signed with would be considered independent. In essence the “indie” sound can in essence be summarized as anything that contains elements of popular music such as instrumentation, tonality, tempo, dynamics, production level and subject matter, without actually sounding like popular music. So what should we as a part of youth culture now call the music that was formerly called indie? The answer is simple enough that even the most coked out American Apparel could understand. For the majority of cases, you can simply drop indie as a modifier and let music be classified in a way that will actually provide some sort of meaningful description. For example,
let’s look at college music legends, Neutral Milk Hotel. Most often described as “indie rock legends” Neutral Milk Hotel’s sound can be traced to ‘60s rock bands such as The Zombies and the Velvet Underground, accounting for the classically lo-fi sound, while simultaneously bringing in elements of their contemporaries like more experimental noise acts like Sonic Youth. Neutral Milk Hotel could just as easily and more accurately be described as experimental, lo-fi, ‘60s rock revival. Though they may not play “indie” music, a band can still be classified as being independent by the choices they make regarding the ways that they go about marketing themselves to the public. A band can be classified as “indie” by rejecting the standards of contemporary pop music, and choosing to have more control over the product they’re putting out. Please don’t be confused and think that I’m telling you that “indie” music is dead, because it’s clearly not going anywhere.
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The WAKEing Dead | By Cory Bullock
I’ M W ITH T HE B AND
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Students listen to the band North Elementary perform in Shorty’s on Oct. 14 as part of a free, on-campus concert hosted by Wake Radio.
Fashion Column | Collegiate Chic
Avoid the cliches and find fashionable Halloween getups
platinum hair into a bow: instant Lady Gaga. If you’re feeling ambitious, use face paint to create black lightning bolts under your eyes for a look à la Gaga’s touring makeup. 4. Black Swan — Natalie Portman’s ballet thriller isn’t coming out until December, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take inspiration from the film’s feathery tutus. If you can’t afford the Rodarte looks used for Caroline Halleman the movie, invest in a feathered skirt and tightStaff columnist fitting black tank. A pair of black ballet flats, Halloween costumes in college tend to veer feathered headband and swan-inspired makeup toward tramp-and-treat as opposed to trick- complete this costume. 5. Sookie Stackhouse — If you’re blondor-treat. The mere mention of Oct. 31 conjures haired and gap-toothed, consider dressing as thoughts of scantily clad co-eds wearing neg- everyone’s favorite telepath for Halloween this year. Sookie’s wardrobe, when she’s not wearligees and animal ears. In the words of Mean Girls’, “Halloween is ing her Merlotte’s uniform generally consists the one night a year when girls can dress like of breezy floral sundresses with fang marks on a total slut and no other girls can say anything her neck. 6. Rachel Zoe — Dress like everyone’s about it.” This year, have a little more self respect and favorite celebrity stylist by investing in a trendy choose stylish over skanky with one of these faux-fur vest and over-the-top sunglasses. Wear skinny jeans, sky-high heels and a simple black fashionable Halloween costumes. Your wardrobe will thank you — most of top. Complete the outfit by pursing your lips these outfits include chic pieces you’ll be able and repeating Rachel’s signature phrases: “I die” and “major” all night long. to wear post-Halloween. 7. Little Red Riding Hood — Capes are 1. Member of the Na’vi — James Cameron’s blockbuster hit Avatar made blue this this fall’s hottest trend in outerwear, so why not incorporate one into your costume? year’s “it” color. Little Red Riding Hood and other fairy-tale Pair a body conscious cobalt mini dress with matching tights, a head full of braids and intense heroines provide sweet inspiration for a Halblue body paint to get the extra terrestrial-look. loween look. Pair a knee-length cape with a simple capBonus points if you learn a handful of phrases sleeved dress and heeled in the language of the oxfords. To add spice to your Na’vi. outfit, vamp up your beauty 2. Holly Golightly — This year, have a little more self routine with blood-red lips When Audrey Hepburn respect and choose stylish over and loose curls and a smoky graced the silver screen in her famous little black skanky with one of these fashion- eye. 8. Mad Men –– AMC’s dress in Breakfast at Tifable Halloween costumes. Mad Men has taken both the fany’s, she set a standard television and fashion worlds of elegance still copied by by storm. High-waisted modern fashionistas. To emulate this classic style, wear black pumps pencil skirts, girly silhouettes and feminine with a chic frock. Finish the look by combing details dominated the Fall 2010 runways. If you’re a ginger, throw your fiery locks into your hair into a French twist and donning a a chic up-do and style a curve-hugging shift sparkly tiara. 3. Lady Gaga — Ok, so maybe this one dress with colorful pumps to impersonate office is a little slutty, but sometimes high fashion vixen, Joan Holloway. Blondies, emulate January Jones’ character, can be scandalous. Pop some shoulder pads in the nearest leotard, Betty Draper, with A-line skirts, form-fitting step into your highest stilettos and tie your tops and an ever-present cigarette. T:11.5”
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Thursday, October 21, 2010 B9
Men’s tennis wraps up season at ITA Regionals By Matt Poppe | Sports editor
Carleton Atkinson
Semifinals Semifinals
The Wake Forest men’s tennis team took part in the ITA Carolina Regional Tournament on Oct. 17 in Chapel Hill. The tournament featured many of the top schools in the Carolinas. The team had a strong showing with two players reaching the quarterfinals of the event. Sophomore Tripper Carleton who is No. 36 in the nation won his opening match over South Carolina’s Ivan Machado 3-6, 6-2, 6-3. This moved him into the Carleton quarterfinals where he faced N.C. State’s Dave Thomson. Thomson, however, got the best of Carleton winning the contest 6-1, 6-3. Senior Iain Atkinson, who is No. 68, played Duke’s Jared Pinsky in his opening match and defeated him in two tiebreaks 7 -6 (7), 7-6 (5). “Going into any match, I’m looking to play my own game,” Atkinson said. “I try to not get bogged down in how the opponent plays me. I try to focus on myself and my strengths and how I can exploit that into my opponent’s weaknesses.”
This also moved Atkinson into the quarterfinals, but like Carleton, he was unable to come up on the winning side falling to No. 30 Jose Hernandez of North Carolina 6-2, 6-1. Sophomore Danny Kreyman had taken his shot against Hernandez earlier in the Round of 16. Kreyman played an excellent match but came up just short losing in a tiebreaker in the third set. “Danny Kramer had a great weekend and put forth a really good effort,” Atkinson said. No. 81 senior Jonathan Wolff also participated in the Round of 16 where he also was defeated in a close match 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (4) to North Carolina’s No. 85 Joey Burkhardt. Wake Forest had more participants in the Round of 16 than any other school. “It was a great tournament,” Atkinson said. “Regionals is always a tough tournament. I think we had a pretty good showing. There were a couple of really, really tough matches in the sweet sixteen but I think everyone really stepped up this weekend. I think it is a step in the right direction and I definitely think we are on the right track heading into the spring season.” The tournament also marked the final event for the Deacons this fall season. Wake Forest will start things up again on Jan. 29 with dual match play against Wisconsin in the ITA kickoff weekend in Lexington, Ky. The Deacs will return to their home court for the first time on Feb. 13 against Virginia Commonwealth.
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Senior Iain Atkinson, No. 68, fell to No. 30 Jose Hernandez of UNC-Chapel Hill in the quarterfinals after defeating Duke’s Jared Pinsky in his opening match.
M. golf finish fourth in Bank of Tenn. Intercollegiate By Steven Johns | Staff writer
Virginia Wake Forest
Photo Courtesy of Media Relations
A men’s golf player teed off during the Bank of Tennessee Intercollegiate tournament this past weekend.
1st 4th
After battling through tough conditions in round one, the Demon Deacons battled back in the final two rounds to finish fourth in the Bank of Tennessee Intercollegiate. As a team, the Deacs shot a 12-over 300 in round one, but rebounded with rounds of 6-under 282 and Bedford 3-under 285 to finish just three strokes behind third place Chattanooga. Virginia finished in first place, 14 strokes ahead of Wake Forest. “You kind of win or lose the tournament the first day,” Head Coach Jerry Haas said. “It was very windy, it was the hardest conditions we’ve had all year.” Wake Forest had to battle the chills of an early morning tee-time to go along with the tough winds in Johnson City, Tenn.
“We got behind the eight ball and then we played a real nice second round 6-under,” Haas said. “I think it was the third best round of the day.” The Deacs continued to charge in round three to get close to a third place finish, but bogies halted Wake Forest’s run of top-three finishes. Despite the late bogies, this was the fourth tournament of the year in which the Deacs have come from behind to finish in the top five. “I think they’ve done that all year,” Haas said. “They kind of get better as the week goes.” “Somehow we’ve got to do a better job, as coaches, to get them going the first day. If you kind of get up there and stay with the leaders you don’t have to do as much, you don’t have to be as perfect.” “I think it’s just all staying composed that first round and not putting ourselves in that hole,” freshman John Varol said. “If we can just stay in it the first round, and not put ourselves in a hole, then we could really start winning some tournaments” Varol said. Junior Lee Bedford epitomized the nature of the team by beginning the tournament with a 9-over 81, but finishing with rounds of 67 and 65. He finished in a tie for 10th place.
“I think when you’re getting close and you’re getting there and feel like you should do this or feel like you should do that, it makes every guy kind of step up,” Haas said. “Even the guys shooting good scores say ‘hey I’ve got to play a little better.’ And the ones that aren’t playing as well need to step up and try to contribute to the team,” he said. Varol also improved on each round, shooting rounds of 76, 75 and 73. Sophomores Evan Beck and Charlie Harrison finished at 1-under and 4-over respectively. Confidence is still running high as the Demon Deacons have yet to finish outside of the top four in the fall season. “I think what I’m seeing in person is good stuff,” Haas said. “I’m seeing a very good team atmosphere. I’m seeing kids that are sticking together, practicing together, helping each other and traveling well together. That’s what I see. And that’s very encouraging for a coach.” “We can really do some damage in the college golf and get Wake Forest back to where it needs to be” Varol said. The men’s golf team finishes up its fall season with The U.S Collegiate Championship this upcoming weekend in Alpharetta, Ga.
Football: Deacons suffer fifth straight loss to Virginia Tech
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They’ve got all that together, and they’ve looked really good the last couple of weeks.” In the first quarter Virginia Tech would establish their dominance quickly in the 13 minute off a two yard pass from Tyrod Taylor to Logan Thomas that put the Hokies ahead 7-0. Darren Evans would follow up whit a five-yard rush to give Virginia Tech a 14-0 lead midway through the first quarter. Wake would respond minutes later as Harris ran for a 33-yard touchdown to make the score 14-7 in favor of Virginia Tech. Virginia Tech would respond
Cycling Club By James McCabe | Contributing writer Aaron Oakes and Megan Garlapow (N.C. State) swept the first cyclocross race of the Atlantic Coast Cycling Conference (ACCC) this past weekend in Richmond, Va., in rather warm weather. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) hosted the two-day event in Bryan Park on Oct. 9 and Chimorazo Park on Oct. 10. The Bryan Park course provided the racers with a flat and fast course, running between soccer fields and through some twisty single track. The Chimorzao Park course was a complete 180, with significantly more climbing and a set of stairs that left many riders walking during the final lap. Seven ACCC schools brought their riders to compete. N. C. State University brought the most with seven riders, while schools like Wake Forest brought only one hopeful. In the Women’s A race, Megan Garlapow dominated the weekend
in the final three minutes of the quarter after driving 81 yards and throwing a 25-yard touchdown pass extending their lead to 21-7. “They’re very explosive, they’re big and they’re strong, that’s always been there,” junior offensive lineman Doug Weaver said. In the second quarter, the Hokies drove 72 yards in six plays to make the score 28-7. Taylor threw complete to Dyrell Roberts for 42 yards, before Darren Evans finished the sequence with an 8-yard touchdown run. Wake would answer back on an 87-yard touchdown run by Harris. Virginia Tech responded four minutes later going 83 yards in six plays, ending with a 1-yard quar-
terback sneak to extend the Hokie advantage to 35-14. The Hokies would extend their lead to 42-14 with 3:36 remaining in the first half off a 1-yard touchdown run by Evans. In the final seconds of the half, Virginia Tech scored again to make the score 49-14, tied for the most points that Wake Forest had ever given up in a half. “Their backfield is fantastic, but what makes those guys go are the guys up front. Their offensive line is really physical,” Grobe said. “This is an offense that everyone knew was going to be good at the start of the season, and they are playing really good right now. They are one of the top rushing teams in the league, which gives you problems.”
For the Amateur
with back-to-back wins. Rachel Vandevende and Bridgette McLean of Appalachian State took second and third respectively for the weekend. The women had the benefit of cooler temperatures in the morning on both days. By the time the Men’s A and B race began at Bryan Park, the weather was in the mid-80s without a cloud in sight. Aaron Oakes won the A race with a quarter-lap lead over second place Andrew Oishi (Duke) and third place James McCabe (WFU). The Chimorzao Park race proved to be a challenge for the A field with the sun beating down on the southfacing pavement climb. Oakes and Oishi kept their positions from Saturday, with VCU rider Andrew Troy rounding off the top three. Both days contained sets of barriers that were challenging for many of the riders. Towards the end of the day, many of the barriers were covered with tire marks and shoe prints.
In the second half, Price found Chris Givens for a 78-yard touchdown pass to make the score 49-21, the longest completion of his career. Hokie Chris Hazley hit a 33-yard field goal with 4:52 remaining in the third quarter to extend their lead to 52-21. Neither team scored in the fourth quarter, leaving the final score 52-21. “They’re as talented of a football team as we’ll play all year, and they’re doing a great job coaching them in all three areas,” Grobe said. The Deacons are off next weekend before hitting the road again to take on Maryland at Byrd Stadium on Oct. 30. The game is scheduled to kickoff at 3:30 p.m. and be televised on ESPNU.
Photo Courtesy of Matt Canterl
Competitors in the first cyclocross race of the Atlantic Coast Cycling Conference at Virginia Commonwealth University in Bryan Park.
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