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Melissa Harris-Perry, host of Melissa Harris-Perry on MSNBC, stopped to sign her books for students in the ZSR Library before she delivered her address on the importance of youth involvement in politics.

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Wait Chapel was nearly full at 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 10 when Melissa Harris-Perry (‘94)

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stepped up to the podium to expound on the role of today’s youth in shaping democracy. An English major at the university, Harris-Perry now hosts her own show, Melissa Harris-Perry, on MSNBC. Harris-Perry’s visit capped the Class of 2016’s Summer Academic Project, which required freshmen to view clips of her show before arriving at Wake Forest in August.

The goal of the summer project was to educate new students on the history of Wake Forest, especially with this year being

the 50th anniversary of integration, as well as the importance of civic engagement for young people, particularly relevant in this election year.

Harris-Perry began her speech with her own experience at Wake Forest, saying of this campus that it is more of a “home” than any other collegiate environment she has been in. “The realities of college for the first time for me were about facing failure, and

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Judicial council reformed Membership approval process undergoes sweeping changes

BY CODY BYRD Staff Writer byrdcr9@wfu.edu Though one of the lesser-known institutions on campus, the judicial council handles everything from honor code violations to drug and alcohol infractions. The student judicial process has undergone a series of drastic transformations this year, including both a shift from an elective process to an appointed one and a change of jurisdiction.

The fundamental structure of the judicial process has not changed, continuing to consist of a Board of Investigators and Advisors (BIA), the “counsel,” and the Honors and

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Membership to the university’s Honors and Ethics Council and Board of Investigators and Advisors is now appointment-based.

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“ National rankings shouldn’t sway policies This column represents the views of the Old Gold & Black Editorial Board.

On Sept. 12, the university went down two spots in the national ranking. According to the well-known U.S. World and News Report “National University” ranking, Wake Forest is now No. 27 in the nation, down from the No. 25 position it has held the past two years, in which it was tied with the University of Virginia and University of California ­— Los Angeles.

The downgrading likely has the campus community wondering what determines these seemingly fluid rankings. According to the methodology posted on U.S. News’ website, the “formula uses quantitative measures that education experts have proposed as reliable indicators of academic quality... based on our researched view of what matters in education.”

The methodology goes on to note that they first examine the school’s mission, then

[T]his two-point reduction should not dictate the mentality of the students, faculty, and especially the administration as we move forward.

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Also taken into account are the overall academic reputations of each school (22.5 percent), retention rate (20 percent), faculty resources (20 percent), student selectivity (15 percent), financial resources (10 percent), graduation rate performance (7.5 percent), and alumni giving rates (5 percent).While only the employees of U.S. News know exactly why Wake Forest was bumped down in the rankings, truthfully,

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it shouldn’t matter. Admittedly, remaining a nationally competitive university is important. Attracting students and professors that will allow us to constantly improve is paramount.

However, it is even more important to remember that this two-point reduction should not dictate the mentality of the students, faculty and especially the administration as we move forward.

The university should not consciously choose certain reforms, while neglecting others, in an effort to boost our rankings.

In recent years, the university has significantly increased the number of students, ostensibly in hopes of becoming more nationally competitive.

Wake Forest has traditionally been known as the university with the smallest student population of all similarly ranked

colleges. Recently, though, the university has expanded enrollment.

While the motives behind this decision may be understandable, any student can tell you that this has led to overcrowding in all corners of campus including the dorms, the Pit and the classrooms.

The size of Wake Forest distinguishes itself from other similarly ranked institutions.

Students specifically cite the small school feel as one of the motivating reasons for their acceptance.

We must not let a rankings-dependent mindset drive the future of the university.

We should strive to remain nationally competitive. We should constantly be asking ourselves how we can innovate and improve the education offered to students.

A downgrade of two spots should not deter us from that overarching mission.

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Coates highlights pressing political issues

BY JULIE HUGGINS News Editor huggjn0@wfu.edu David Coates is a professor of comparative politics in the university’s politics and international affairs department. He was educated at the University of York in England before completing his doctorate at Oxford University. He taught at York, Leeds and Manchester before crossing the Atlantic with his wife and son in 1999 to accept the position of Worrell Chair of Anglo-American Studies. He also has a blog, which can be found at www.davidcoates.net.

What brought you to Wake?

I came to Wake enthusiastically because of the teacher-scholar model. I love teaching.

I think teaching is a very important part of what a university does.

In many other universities, the more senior you become the fewer undergraduates you actually meet.

In my last position in England, I had over 300 students enrolled in my courses, but it was all taught through my doctoral students.

So I was really an outside lecturer on my own program, and I did not like that. I find the interaction between high quality students to be very rewarding, and Wake Forest students are very high quality.

How do you involve yourself in public political discourse?

I publish a blog site. We are coming to a critical election, and the quality of the conversation out there on the media sometimes can be pretty ill-informed. It’s very important that, when possible, academics with

specialist knowledge put that knowledge into play.

You must take the best arguments of the people you disagree with and explore the strengths and weaknesses, and try to find common ground. If you can’t defend your corner against the alternative, then probably they’ve got an idea you must take notice of. There needs to be conversations across party lines.

In your opinion, what are some of the biggest political issues facing the nation in the upcoming election?

The biggest issue, of course, is the state of the economy. The underlying issue there is how we can generate a large number of well-paying jobs again in America, and how we actually adequately protect the most vulnerable people in the community. The other large issue is women’ reproductive rights, as well as the rights of people to live with whomever they love. I think that what will take third is foreign policy. The recession, intrusion into people’s lives, and the likelihood of war seem to be three of the big things that are looming as potential problems voters ought to think about.

Why do you think college students should get more involved in politics?

I think they should be involved for two huge reasons: one is the desire to do better than the generation before; secondarily, democracy only works well when they have an informed and intelligent electorate.

There is an enormous amount of dumbing down in American politics right now.

Clichés, prejudices, half truths… the quality of public discourse and the civility of

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people whose positions differ are slipping away, and educated college graduates have a crucial role to play in reversing that trend.

College undergraduates have a lot to bring to the table. Certainly, they should use every opportunity to participate in public discussion on the issues. But the first responsibility for college undergraduates is to educate themselves in these things. Politics

is a public service. If people thought of it as a public service instead of a career, then the quality of the democratic process would be enhanced by that shift. Too many people in political life in the U.S. think of it as a career choice, not a passion. People should involve themselves because they love this country and they want it to go in the right direction.

President Hatch to hold office hours for undergraduates

Professors host information meeting for Fall 2013 in Venice

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From 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 20 in his office in Reynolda, President Hatch will be holding office hours open to all undergraduate students to discuss their thoughts questions, and concerns about the university with the president.

The meeting will not be a forum for questions, but rather a opportunity to tell Hatch what is on your mind. Please contact Kimberly Struglinski, the Fellow in the Office of the President, at struglka@wfu.edu to sign up for a time slot.

At 4:00 p.m. Sept. 20 in Tribble C-216, Claudia and Peter Kairoff, professors of English and Music respectively, will be holding an information meeting for all those students who are interested in studying abroad in Venice in Fall 2013.

The study abroad program in Venice boasts beautiful housing on the Grand Canal in the centrally located Casa Artom. For more information contact either Peter Kairoff at kairoff@wfu.edu or Claudia Kairoff at kairofct@wfu.

The Committee on Scholarships and Student Aid invites sophomores, juniors and seniors with outstanding records to compete to become Thomas E. and Ruth Mullen Scholars. The scholarships carry a renewable, annual stipend of $1,500.

Applicants should submit a letter to the Scholarship Committee indicating the student’s area of interest, extracurriculars and hopes for future study. The deadline for this application is October 15.

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Perry: Youthful energy enhances democracy Continued from Page 1

about facing the possibility of not succeeding, and not achieving in ways that I had become very used to,” Harris-Perry said.

Summarizing the history, she reminded the audience that in 1962, Ed Reynolds (just a student here at the time) initiated the integration of Wake Forest.

Harris-Perry encouraged students to ask, “So what? What difference does that make?”

By repeating that phrase, Harris-Perry encouraged students not to be haughty, but rather constantly questioning the status quo.

As Harris-Perry transitioned to civic engagement, she encouraged young people to be “foolish enough to participate in democracy,” and reminded the audience that in such a pluralized government, every vote counts. Furthermore, participants in democracy should expect to occasionally lose.

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Harris-Perry equated voting with brushing your teeth, an activity that should be second nature “As a student with such a busy schedule, it’s hard to stay up to date and excited about politics today,” freshman Shannon You are not being trained here to be a cog in a wheel. You are being trained to do one thing ... ask questions.

Melissa Harris-Perry

Host of Melissa Harris-Perry on MSNBC

O’Hanlon said. “Having [Melissa HarrisPerry] come and talk to us made me think I need to start reading up on the upcoming election so I can be well informed when I vote.” As a supplement to the Summer Academic Project, Harris-Perry’s speech repeatedly drew attention to the significance of

the youth vote. She drew attention to the fact that typically only young people are naive and unjaded enough to question, “So what?”

“You are not being trained here to be a cog in a wheel. You are being trained really to do only one thing and that is ask questions,” Harris-Perry said.

Freshman Grace Hallin said, “She gave good advice when she told us the questions we should be asking.” Although Melissa Harris-Perry made her political opinions clearly visible in her speech, she still asserted the importance of political participation no matter one’s party.

“What I liked most about her was her eloquence and fluidity in speech,” senior India Prather said.

In a Q&A session after her address, Harris-Perry was questioned regarding prior statements she had made about racism in America. She told the audience that it was Wake Forest’s own Maya Angelou who

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taught Harris-Perry that “words are things” and everyone needs to be responsible for what they say. In the same vein, citizens need to be responsible for the government that we are part of, whether they want to be or not.

Judiciary: President holds final authority Continued from Page 1 Ethics Council (HEC), the “arbiters.” The selection process to these bodies, however, has been revised.

In years past, the students on HEC, as well as those on BIA, were elected to their positions.

Now, however, the method for selecting the 10 and 16 students on HEC and BIA, respectively, has changed to an appointed position.

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of Student Government, will interview prospective candidates for both boards. “The change of the selection process was something with which I wholly agree,” Student Body President Tré Easton said.

“Elections have the tendency to be more popularity contests than about substance.”

After careful consideration, the Judicial Elections Committee will compile a list of student names for membership to both boards.

For HEC candidates, that list will be provided to the Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs, currently held by Ken Zick, who in turn advises President Hatch, to approve their appointment along

with Associate Dean of Judicial Affairs, Charlene Buckley. For BIA candidates, the student body president gives his “formal assent to their appointment after consulta-

tion with Dean Buckley,” according to Easton. “This is an improvement for the student body,” Easton said.

“Essentially, we had a system in which the faculty did not invest a great deal of support or trust,” Easton said.

“This is problematic as it is the only means by which students have for arbitration of issues.”

Furthermore, the Dean of the College now serves as the permanent chair of the HEC and chooses a judicial liaison to advise him or her on important issues and cases facing the council.

Easton framed the changes as ulti-

mately beneficial for students. “If there is no faculty buy-in, then [it is] likely that faculty members will take matters of arbitration into his or her own hands and most likely issue a student a particularly harsh or, at worst, inappropriate sanction — at which point the student is without grounds for appeal,” Easton added. There has also been a change of jurisdiction. While last year, all student conduct violations were heard by the HEC, this year HEC only handles honor code and academic infractions. Any alcohol or drugrelated violations fall under the purview of the Office of the Dean of Student Services.

“This system is much better because it allows for more consistency amongst judicial issues and creates more accountability amongst members to uphold the Wake Forest Honor System for the student body,” senior and Presidential Aide J’Taime Lyons said.

“In my opinion, what we have now is a system that all members of the Wake community can have utmost trust and faith,” Easton said.

“Students’ interests are being defended. Faculty concerns have been blighted. The system is stronger and will provide for a more infallible judicial process for the student body.”

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A look back at WFDD’s storied history From humble beginnings, WFDD has developed into an important source of public and local news BYYASMIN BENDAAS Staff Writer bendy9@wfu.edu In 1946, at the university’s old campus, three students named Henry Randall, Alva E. Parris and James H. Hampton illegally started a radio station called W-A-K-E broadcasting from a student room.

Two years later, while the station received a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license, the students learned that there already was a W-A-K-E and they changed the station name to “WFDD,” standing for Wake Forest Demon Deacons.

While students were originally the brains behind the station, possibly the most influential station manager was Julian Burroughs, a university graduate who was WFDD’s first non-student manager. Burroughs, who passed away in 2008, held this position from 1958 until 1981.

“Julian Burroughs was kind of the father of radio at Wake Forest,” Greg Keener, membership operations coordinator for WFDD, said. “We’ve got one studio that’s named after him.”

Yet, the spirit of student-run radio was maintained and transferred from the making of WFDD to the creation of another university radio group, Wake Radio, which has been organized by students since 1985.

While Wake Radio is currently broadcasted internally, WFDD has been broadcasted on 88.5 FM since 1967. Originally, as W-A-K-E, the station was broadcast over campus on carrier current.

WFDD, located on campus in a renovated white house near Palmer and Piccolo,

is currently the oldest NPR affiliate in the state. The first 1971 broadcast was titled “US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Hearing on Legislative Proposal Relating to the War in Vietnam.”

“All Things Considered” began airing the same year followed by the first broadcast of “Morning Edition” in 1979. Today, after a shift in programs in 2005 from classical music to NPR discussion and news dur-

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We see ourselves as a great public face for the university, very much in line the university motto of Pro Humanitate.

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ing the day, 88.5 FM is now known for its broad range of public radio shows.

“WFDD airs a variety of programs, many distributed by NPR like ‘All Things Considered,’ ‘Morning Edition,’ ‘Wait, Wait ... Don’t Tell Me!,’ some by Public Radio International like ‘This American Life’ and ‘The World,’ and some from American Public Media like ‘A Prairie Home Companion’ and ‘Marketplace,’” Keener said.

Such a broad range of topics attracts a wider audience, making it clear that WFDD and other public radio stations are still very relevant in today’s media industry.

According to Keener, there are 823 NPR member stations across the country, with 34.2 million people listening each week to a radio station carrying NPR content.

Content and programming decisions are all based on audience ratings and production costs, and what once was a station created by three students over 65 years ago now has a funding community of thousands of members that continue to listen in to 88.5 WFDD each and every day.

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WFDD, the campus NPR affiliate, broadcasts its more than 823 news programs from their office located behind the Miller Center.

While other news outlets are struggling across the country, public radio has found a way to stay afloat by increasing its local coverage.

“We also work with some other independent producers,” Keener said.

“WFDD News produces ‘Triad Arts Up Close’ five days a week with a full hour on Fridays, ‘Real People, Real Stories,’ and news features.”

Due to such loyal local listenership, WFDD has overcome past controversies including the coverage of a same-sex marriage in Wait

Chapel and the NPR on-air decision to fire Juan Williams for comments he made on Fox News.

With the goal of serving the community of the Triad, the station also represents the university.

“We see ourselves as a great public face (or maybe voice) for the university, bringing intelligent, thought-provoking and relevant radio programs to the 32 counties we reach ­— very much in line with the university motto of Pro Humanitate,” Keener said.

POLICE BEAT Underage Consumption

• University Police responded to a call in reference to an underage subject throwing up into a trash can in Martin Residence Hall.

They determined that the subject could not take care of herself and transported her to Student Health where she remained for observation and treatment. The report was filed at 1:03 a.m. Sept. 8.

Larceny • The victim stated that her property had been taken while in the library.

The property was later found and returned to the victim.

The case was unfounded. The report was filed at 2:02 p.m.

Sept. 4.

• Unknown subject(s) removed a victim’s unsecured property that was left lying on the floor in the Miller Center while they were working out.

The report was filed at 11:56 a.m. Sept. 5.

• An unknown person removed approximately 200 dollars of cash from a locked room in Collins while the resident was attending the football game. The report was filed at 7:54 p.m. Sept. 8.

• Someone removed and carried away a 2 by 6 foot advertising banner that had been displayed in front of the book store valued at approximately 150 dollars. The report was filed at 9:20 a.m. Sept. 7.

• Unknown subject(s) removed an unsecured backpack from a rack outside of the book store.

The rack is located there for students because book bags are not allowed in the store. The report was filed at 11:01 a.m. Sept. 6.

Disturbing the Peace • University Police responded to a call in reference to a disturbance. The victims stated that the offender was intoxicated and assaulted one of them by pulling them off the couch.

The offender made several verbal threats to the victims. All victims found somewhere else to stay for the night.

The report was filed at 12:58 a.m. Sept. 6.

• A hall director called to report loud voices and arguing coming from inside a student’s room in Poteat.

An officer contacted the resident, who stated she and a boyfriend that she failed to identify were arguing, but it was not serious in nature. The resident was not willing to discuss the matter. The RA was notified. They complied, and no further action was taken at this time. The report was filed at 12:57 p.m. Sept. 8.

Miscellaneous • Facilities found an ID in a trash can on the Quad. University Police ran a check and discovered that the ID was a fake. A copy of this report was sent to the Dean’s Office. The report was filed at 11:22 a.m. Sept. 3.

• During a security check University Police observed a party in the Kappa Sigma lounge of Poteat Hall. The offender advised officers that the party was not registered. All guests left the area when University Police arrived. The report was filed at 12:46 a.m. Sept. 4.

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Youth voters must take a more active role in the nation’s political arena

Julie Huggins News Editor huggjn0@wfu.edu

There is something to be said for experiencing politics firsthand.

So many college students think that watching commercials on television, getting their news from short form blog sites and reading their friends’ Facebook posts is enough to get involved and stay informed about politics in our nation.

Well, actually, I assume most people our age (18-24) don’t even really care about politics. Let’s be honest, here. Most people don’t even bother reading the news or don’t care about staying involved in the political scene. They know who they are going to vote for (if they are even going to vote) because they have decided to support the candidate that their family supports or the one that their friends keep talking about.

You see, I have always been interested in politics. Even in the third grade, I knew that Al Gore was running for President of the United States against George Bush.

I was helping register voters and place campaign posters with my father as far back as middle school as he headed my town’s local Democratic Party. I debate politics with my family whenever we get together. I am always up to date on the nation’s news, political or not.

So I never really understood the mentality of people who don’t care about politics or news in general.

I’ve never understood how they can think that their votes don’t matter, or that politics is an old man’s game.

I don’t understand how people can just ignore the direction our country is headed in because they think it doesn’t matter to them, that as high school or college students, their voices don’t matter whatsoever.

I remember being told, once, that if you don’t vote, you can’t complain. That has always resonated with me (and I am always tempted to say it to friends who tell me they don’t care about politics after complaining about policy), and I have always adhered to it. You can’t complain if you had a chance to make your voice heard and you didn’t take it. It’s your own choice.

This past week, I had the privilege of attending the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte as press.

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You can’t complain if you had a chance to make your voice heard and you didn’t take it. It’s your own choice.

I attended different caucuses, listen to the issues that were facing these groups and met people who were so incredibly enthusiastic about the future of our nation.

I got to witness Michelle Obama inspire a crowd with her passionate words, listen to actress Ashley Judd talk about women’s rights and had to stop myself from cheering when Nancy Pelosi said, “When women vote, Democrats win.”

I was able to sit in on the Youth Council, and hear Debbie Wasserman-Schultz explain just how necessary my generation is to this upcoming election and politics as a whole. I was in the room as youth from across the nation started chanting “Fired up!” and “Ready to go!” in response to multiple speeches.

I listened to the first would-be, openly gay congresswoman address a room filled with people who were hanging on her every word. I heard them all cheer when it was announced that for the first time, LGBT citizens were part of the discussion, not just the topic at hand.

There was an incredible thrill that came from seeing all of this. It’s hard to explain, really, the feeling that comes from sitting

and listening, from participating in something so incredible as a political convention.

I experienced politics firsthand. I experienced the energy, the excitement and the passion. I found myself getting even more hyped for the upcoming election (if that’s possible). I’m pretty sure I asked if it was possible for me to get a ballot and vote right then and there.

I was hyped. I was involved. And I plan on staying involved by keeping myself informed and politically active, as Nov. 6 approaches.

Maybe you’re dismissing me because you don’t agree with my political views. As long as you are involved, that’s fine.

If you support Romney, I have the same advice: get involved. Listen to debates. Go out and learn. Educate yourself on the issues that matter to you, whatever those may be. Same thing applies if you support a third party candidate.

But if you’re dismissing me because you don’t like politics, or you think that your voice doesn’t matter, please, don’t think that. Don’t decide that politics aren’t for you because of how polarizing they can be.

Don’t let your age determine how active a role you take in our nation. Don’t let someone tell you that your voice doesn’t have any impact on our nation. Don’t let this election go by without letting yourself be heard.

Remember, if you don’t vote, you can’t complain.

Word on the Quad Do you plan on becoming involved in the upcoming presidential election? How so?

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“I plan on voting.”

Denise Elizondo (‘16) Clinton, N.C.

“My candidate dropped out.”

Ryan Cleland (‘15) Chico, Calif.

“I’m going to watch the debates.”

Sonia Kadakia (‘15) Clarksville, Tenn.

“Interning for Romney.”

John Ho (‘14) Briarcliff Manor, N.Y.

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“ Current First Lady transcends partisanship Speaking Frankly | Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama continues to excel at truly connecting with the nation’s citizens Danny Wadler Staff Columnist wadldf11@wfu.edu

With the presidential election less than two months away, it is time to face a serious fact, not about either presidential candidate in particular but rather about our nation as an entity.

Although it may be hard to accept: America is not the same as Americans.

Said the father of sociology C. Wright Mills, “What ordinary men are directly aware of and what they try to do are bounded by the private orbits in which they live; their visions and their powers are limited to the close-up scenes of job, family, neighborhood.”

In other words, a nation is not equal to the people who inhabit it.

Sure, every person has certain political agendas.

Some goals, economic improvement for instance, are so painfully basic that they are shared by every American, and the only real debate surrounds how we should go about achieving them.

Nevertheless, even the most politically active college students put these issues on the cognitive backburner in favor of completing studies, earning money, and making Friday night plans.

Heading a government requires different qualifications than leading a people.

So while the government needs a leader, specifically a president of the United States, the people need a leader as well.

They need somebody who’s charming, intelligent and, most importantly, relatable.

That person is the First Lady.

On Sept. 4, First Lady Michelle Obama impressed me just as well she has without fail countless times over the past four years.

Whereas a president must address a nation, the First Lady must address the people that call that nation home, and this first lady does so impeccably.

Michelle Obama doesn’t have to begin a speech with “My fellow Americans…” for us Americans to see her as such.

I don’t just find it endearing that the Obamas eat family dinners at every opportunity, or that Michelle and Barack go on date nights, or that Barack helps Sasha and Malia confront grade school drama.

I find it real.

Whereas a president must address a nation, the first lady must address the people that call that nation home.

And I don’t believe that the president should be more focused on the nation than on his family.

He is doing less than everything he can at every opportunity he receives. Anyone who believes otherwise is living a fantasy.

Both Mitt Romney and Barack Obama will support our troops, whether this means keeping them funded, keeping them safe or bringing them home.

But considering the current state of turmoil, can any leader really hope to leave the Middle East in a state of stability at any time during the next four years?

And both candidates have potential plans to resurrect our economy out of its depression.

Nobody honestly expected Obama’s plan to work in less than one term.

But do we really have reason to believe that perseverance will see us through?

More than we have reason to believe that Romney’s plan won’t backtrack on us, reversing the last four years of progress?

The Democratic Party has joked that First Lady Michelle Obama gives better speeches than her husband, President Obama, does and has dubbed her “Mother-in-Chief.”

But her accomplishments and her talent go far beyond that.

Michelle Obama has actually supported military families, helping troops and their spouses balance careers, national service and family life.

She encouraged adults to study the arts and to attain college degrees.

She fostered recycling and charity programs.

Not to mention her “Let’s Move” campaign is already reversing the childhood obesity epidemic.

She’s achieved everything the government has hoped to achieve, but she’s done so as an activist, not as a politician.

She’s mitigated issues that really touch the American people, and done so in a way that doesn’t cause C-SPAN firestorms.

With the exceptions of Hilary Clinton and Eleanor Roosevelt, no First Lady has ever seemed so, well… presidential.

I plan on voting for Obama — notice how I did not specify a first name — in November.

If it’s not because I agree with liberal social policies or because I have faith in the American middle class, then it’s because I want to keep our First Lady living in the White House.

In a nation where bipartisanship divides Congress in half time and time again, Michelle Obama is a beacon of hope for all the people who have to suffer the consequences.

“ Bill Clinton remains a powerful force in politics Advocating Moderate Politics | Bill Clinton

Nominating speech was a highlight of both party’s national conventions Peter Gauss

Guest Columnist gauspe9@wfu.edu At the DNC, Bill Clinton reminded all of us that he is still the most influential man in American politics.

Last Wednesday evening, Bill Clinton took the stage at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte and gave a passionate, persuasive defense of President Barack Obama’s first term in office and articulated his beliefs that Obama fully deserves a second term.

The speech, heavy on wonky policy analysis and 36 minutes longer than planned, given by anyone else would have fallen far short of the mark.

However, this is Bill Clinton.

The former President delivered what many pundits have described as the best speech of his life at a time when President Obama, running for his political life, needed it the most.

The former President succeeded in making his case for electing President Obama to a second term.

Clinton brought the convention hall to its feet and reignited the passion among Democrats for President Obama that has been diminished since 2008 and is necessary for victory in November.

However, Bill Clinton’s sincere, bold endorsement of President Obama reminded anyone watching of one critical fact: Obama might be the leader of the free world, but he is most certainly not the undisputed leader of his own party.

For anyone who watched both conventions with any regularity, there is little argument that the Democrats ran a far more successful convention.

The crowd seemed more exuberant and unified behind their candidate (possibly due to the fact that the arena in Charlotte dwarfed the hall used by the GOP in Tampa Bay), the speeches were more on point and generated more excitement and there was a sense of professionalism that can only be attributed to the experience the Obama campaign gained four years ago.

Houston mayor Julian Castro, a rising star in the Democratic Party, gave a keynote address that may launch him into the political stratosphere much the same way a junior senator from Illinois took the political

world by storm eight years ago in Boston delivering the same speech.

For his own credit, President Obama gave a sound speech deemed “presidential” by commentators, acknowledging the realities of America’s current state of affairs and the shortcomings of his administration, but highlighting the successes of healthcare reform, the renaissance of the American automobile industry, and the strides made on a range of social issues (a point that was played out heavily throughout the three nights in Charlotte).

While President Obama was pragmatic and tempered, Bill Clinton shined. Clinton succeeded in his defense of President Obama’s policies, citing a number of policies that limited the burden of the 2008 market crash, his commitment to constructive cooperation with Republicans, and ordering the military operation that killed Osama bin Laden.

Furthermore, he created a stark contrast between the president and Mitt Romney, claiming that President Obama is the candidate who is committed to the idea of shared responsibility and shared prosperity, not an on-your-own society.

The charisma with which Clinton makes dense policy issues seem interesting and his populist messages made Americans on both sides of the aisle yearn for the man who last oversaw a balanced budget.

The former president succeeded in making his case for electing President Obama to

a second term, and the Obama campaign can thank Clinton for the five point bounce in the polls they received following the convention, despite another month of lackluster job statistics.

However, the energy that pervaded throughout those in attendance and those viewing on television remain unmatched.

Bill Clinton out-orated one of the most gifted orators in recent memory and probably delivered a more compelling argument for four more years of Barack Obama than Barack Obama has himself as of late.

All of this, along with the notion that, if constitutionally acceptable, both Democrats and Republicans would cast a vote for Bill Clinton before either candidate, we were all reminded that the man who could convince us that he “did not have sexual relations with that woman,” while overwhelming evidence suggested otherwise is still the man who can best articulate the hopes and desires of the American people.

The current and former presidents left the stage together, arms around each like old pals, showing genuine amiability (a distinct progression from a bitter 2008 primary season between Obama and Hillary Clinton), and there is no doubt that President Obama will receive sustained benefits from a strong DNC. However, America was once again shown that the most influential person in American politics does not reside at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. It is still Wild Bill Clinton.

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The Demon Deacon offense was responsible for posting 28 points against a talented UNC defense.

Initially, the powder blue backdrop of Saturday’s game originated not from the stormy sky but rather the sea of Tar Heel fans that lined BB&T Field.

Fortunately for Wake Forest, North Carolina’s strong showing in the seats did not translate to the field as the Demon Deacons eeked out a 28-27

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{ BY THE NUMBERS} ranking of the Demon Deacons 17 Current in the latest Coaches Poll on the season for goalkeeper 4 Shutouts and career record holder Aubrey Bledsoe kicks for the Demon Deacons, 74 Corner compared to 22 for their opponents on the season for team leader Ally Berry, who has two goals and three assists 7 Points

win against their in-state rival. After being stopped on their initial drive, the Tar Heels seemed poised to fill the stat sheet.

Quarterback Bryn Renner quickly marched the team down the field, eventually finding a leaping Eric Ebron in the end-zone for the game’s opening touchdown.

Wake Forest responded with a touchdown of their own when junior quarterback Tanner Price scrambled for a two-yard score.

The touchdown was set up by a costly Tar Heel penalty and two catches from redshirt junior wide receiver Michael Campanaro.

Campanaro, now the team’s No. 1 wide receiver with the departure of Chris Givens, had a career day on the field.

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Campanaro

Redshirt junior Michael Campanaro was named the ACC Receiver of the Week after catching a career-high 13 passes for a career-high 164 yards in the win Sept. 8, over North Carolina.

The 13 reception were two shy of a school record and gave the Clarksville, Md. native 22 receptions for 260 yards and one touchdown through two games for the undefeated Demon Deacons football team.

Deacons in the W-S Open Upperclassman duo takes their talents to pro circuit

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{SPORTS WORDS} “Tonight we made him look like an All-American.

Maybe he will be.”

- Larry Fedora North Carolina football head coach On wide receiver Michael Campanaro

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Strasburg shuts down

Manager Davey Johnson decides to bench young pitcher to conserve his arm

BY MIKE ZAVAGNO Staff Writer zavamd11@wfu.edu Amogh Prabhakar and David Hopkins are more than just teammates or doubles partners for the Wake Forest men’s tennis team.

They are friends who have forged a deep bond on and off the court and, as two of just five upperclassmen on the tennis team, are now the senior leaders prepared to guide a young but talented team to a successful 2012-13 season.

However, that was not always the case.

Hopkins graduated after the 2011-12 school year without any remaining eligibility in his tennis career but, he appealed to the NCAA for an extra year of eligibility due to medical problems during his sophomore year that sidelined him most of the season.

The NCAA granted his request, allowing him to return to Wake Forest for one final season alongside his teammate and fellow senior Amogh Prabhakar.

The Clarksville, Md., native hauled in 13 passes for an impressive 164 yards.

“The guy is amazing,” Coach Jim Grobe said when asked about Campanaro. “He’s got a knack for getting in the creases and getting open.”

Renner and the North Carolina offense wasted no time in responding, once again picking apart the Wake Forest defense.

With a chance to regain the lead, Renner attempted to scramble for the score, but he was stopped at the goal line after a brutal hit by redshirt junior safety Duran Lowe.

Even though Renner returned on the next drive, his play was clearly affected by the hit.

BY SCOTT FRANKEL Staff Writer fransj9@wfu.edu

one of the closest people that I have at this school.”

For Hopkins, the excitement surrounding the extra year of eligibility has morphed

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg lasted just three innings on Sept.

7 as his team fell to the Miami Marlins, 9-7.

Although three innings may not seem like much for a starting pitcher, Strasburg is no ordinary starter.

Strasburg, a first overall pick in the 2009 Major League Baseball Draft, dominated his rookie season until late August 2010, when a torn ligament required the pitcher get seasonending elbow surgery known as Tommy John surgery. Strasburg would go on to miss most of the 2011 season as well.

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Seniors Amogh Prabhakar and David Hopkins are primed for their senior year after competing in the Winston-Salem Open together.

“I cannot tell you how excited I was when I heard he was coming back,” Prabhakar said of Hopkins’ return.

“He is an amazing player, his record speaks for itself, but for me, I am glad he is here because he is one of my best friends and

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Kristen Meier

BY TY KRANIAK Sports Editor krantr11@wfu.edu Kristen Meier is kicking her way into her senior year in fine fashion.

The Alpharetta, Ga., native co-leads the team in goals this season and is hoping to build off of last year’s success.

However, Meier is much more than a soccer player. The senior midfielder wants to teach the next generation the game that has changed her life.

What’s your favorite Wake Forest tradition?

Senior

It was really exciting. It’s definitely not an opportunity that a lot of college athletes get, so its something that is very special to us. At the same time, we were all pretty young going there last year so hopefully this year we’ll have a little more experience.

What determines a successful year for the women’s soccer team this year?

Championships. We’re hoping to do well in the ACC — both regular season as well as tournament play — but we’re also hoping to make it back to the College Cup and win a national championship.

One of my favorite traditions is rolling the Quad.

After one of our big wins, some of the basketball girls went out and rolled a couple trees for us, so it wasn’t as well-known as a basketball or football win, but it was pretty special.

If you could play another sport at Wake, what would it be?

Who do you cheer for in the World Cup (besides the U.S.)?

What is your favorite part of playing soccer at Wake Forest?

For women’s soccer, I’d probably say Brazil. They have a lot of intimidating and crafty players, so I like watching them. On the men’s side, I’d go with Italy.

Our team is a really close knit community. We’re all really good friends both on and off the field, so that’s definitely a good aspect of the team.

What is your best memory as a soccer player at Wake?

Definitely going to the College Cup last year. The win that put us through was pretty exciting.

What did it feel like to be in the College Cup last year?

I played basketball in high school so I’d probably try for that.

What is your favorite food to get on campus?

Well, we are not allowed to have Chick-fil-A, so Subway is pretty good.

What are your plans after graduation?

I’m planning on eventually going into teaching and coaching at the high school level. Directly after college, I’m thinking about travelling. I thought about playing professionally overseas, but I’m not sure.

If you were President Hatch for a day, what would you do?

I would make everyone support the women’s soccer team and come out to a game and fill the stands!

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Deac Notes Three Demon Deacons earn ACC Player of the Week honors

Diamond Deacs to travel to the Dominican Republic to compete

Quarterback Tanner Price, wide receiver Michael Campanaro and defensive end Hasan Hazime were all named ACC Players of the Week for their respective positions after their 28-27 victory over North Carolina.

It is the first time three Wake Forest players in the same week have been selected for the distinction since they played Duke on Nov. 3, 2008.

Those players were nose tackle Boo Robinson, cornerback Alphonso Smith and punter/placekicker Shane Popham.

Beginning Dec. 16, the Wake Forest baseball team will play six games against local competition in the Dominican Republic.

“This is a great opportunity to come together as a team,” head coach Tom Walter said. “We will come back from this as a tougher, more focused, more competitive team.”

In addition to honing their skills, the team will also participate in several community service events, including instructing youth baseball and visiting a local orphanage.

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Deacons stumble in Marquette Tournament Young Wake Forest squad drops four games in early season trip to Milwaukee

BY SCOTT SIEGLER Staff Writer siegsm11@wfu.edu

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Sophomore Danae Rosendall and senior Andrea Beck have started in all eight games.

The Wake Forest volleyball team stumbled through the weekend losing in all four of their appearances at the Marquette Tournament in Milwaukee, Wis. The young and developing Demon Deacon team faced a challenging schedule over the two day stretch that featured two nationally ranked opponents.

When asked to sum it all up with one word, preseason All-ACC selection Andrea Beck chose disappointing.

“Coming away with a 0-4 record on the weekend isn’t what we wanted,” Beck said.

“But at the same time, we got to play some top-20 teams so it was a really good opportunity for us.”

The first match was against No. 23 Michigan, and it appeared the Wolverines were too much for the Deacs to handle from the start.

After dropping the first set 2518, Wake Forest mustered a huge effort pushing their opponent into extra play in the second set but ultimately fell short by a score of 2624. They then dropped the third set 25-18 and finalized the 25-18, 26-24, 25-18 loss. Freshman Megan Miller was a bright spot for Wake

Forest putting up a strong defensive performance that included 15 digs.

Freshman Anna Carley had a strong performance as well that included 10 kills and eight digs.

Sophomore Danae Rosendall also contributed 22 assists to the Deacon cause.

Despite the loss, Beck was highest on the performance of the younger players on the team.

“It was a really good weekend for Megan Miller who was playing libero for us,” Beck said.

“She got all tournament team honors for her defensive efforts so that was really exciting. We’ve also got some outside hitters that are freshmen who are stepping up so that is good too.”

Later that day, Wake Forest matched up with the Panthers of Eastern Illinois.

Despite an all-around strong team effort that included four Deacons with double digit kill totals and a 41 assist performance from Rosendall, Wake Forest came up short again in a 3-1 loss.

After the first two sets, the match was knotted up at 1-1 and the Deacons had actually totaled more points overall.

However, the Panthers found a rhythm and did a good job building and protecting their lead.

The final result was another loss for Wake Forest with a score of 25-23, 21-25, 25-20, 25-20.

Things didn’t get any easier for the Deacons as their next match was against No. 25 Northern Iowa.

It was a struggle to get anything going in the first set as they suffered seven errors and only logged nine kills as a team on their way to a 2516 loss.

Heading into the second set, the Demon Deacons could not respond to the attack as they were playing from behind the majority of the contest, and Wake suffered a 25-18 loss as a result.

Despite a hot start in the early goings of the third set, the Panthers proved to be too much to handle for Wake and clinched the match with another 25-16 win.

Beck led the Demon Deacons with 12 kills, and Rosendall logged 31 assists in another impressive performance.

The fourth and final match of the weekend for Wake Forest was against the Golden Eagles of Marquette and between stifling defense of their opponent and surplus of errors on their own account, the Deacons failed to get comfortable at any point.

Andrea Beck led the team with 10 kills, but the Golden Eagles managed nine blocks and 39 digs and consistently crushed any hope of a rally for Wake throughout the match.

The final result was 25-18, 25-13, 25-22 loss for the Deacons, which dropped their overall record to 3-5 after a hot 3-1 start before the road trip.

Wake Forest will host Toledo at 7:00 p.m. on Sept. 14 in Reynolds Gym as the Deacons look to put an end to the four game skid.

Football: Deacs looking to take down FSU Continued from Page 9

The Tar Heels were able to score without their quarterback when A.J. Blue broke the plane on fourth and goal.

Perhaps inspired by Lowe’s aggressive play, the Demon Deacon offense suddenly found a renewed vigor.

Price led the team on consecutive scoring drives that were each capped by touchdown runs.

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We just had a bunch of guys step up and make plays in that drive. I couldn’t be more proud of them.”

Jim Grobe Head Coach

The marquee play of the first drive was a 35-yard pass by redshirt freshman running back Deandre Martin.

Martin lofted a ball downfield to redshirt sophomore Brandon Terry and then finished the drive with a 4-yard touchdown run.

A fumble by Renner on North Carolina’s following drive set up Wake Forest deep in Tar Heel territory.

Another catch for Campanaro followed by a touchdown run by redshirt junior running back Josh Harris gave the Demon Deacons a 21-14 advantage headed in the the locker room. But, Wake Forest lost their momentum in the second half due to sloppy

play and the Tar Heels scored 13 unanswered points to grab a seven point lead.

An interception by Price and improved play from the Tar Heel defense contributed to an almost scoreless second half for the Demon Deacons.

Though with just 6:36 left on the game clock, Price and the offense embarked on what would be the game-winning drive.

Redshirt freshman wide receiver Sherman Ragland III, who at this point had not even be targeted for a pass, caught two on the final drive for a combined 42-yards.

“I’m pretty sure Michael Campanaro was double teamed, tripled team, quadrupled team and whatever,” Ragland said. “He would put the whole team on his back if he had to. His contributions definitely helped me out.”

With Ragland putting the team in the redzone, Price finished off the drive with his second rushing score of the day, electrifying a crowd of almost 30,000. Suddenly the packs of North Carolina fans in the visitors’ section scrambled for the exits.

“We just had a bunch of guys step up and make plays in that Ragland drive,” Grobe said. “I couldn’t be more proud of them.”

Their performance against Liberty now in the past, Wake Forest heads to Tallahassee this Saturday to face the unbeaten Florida State Seminoles in a clash of 2-0 ACC squads.

Kickoff is scheduled for 12 pm.

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Graduate student Hasan Hazime received ACC Player of the Week in his second game as a Deac.

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Men’s golf travels to Georgia for tournament Demon Deacons compete in first tournament of the season

BY GRIFFIN BRUMBAUGH Contributing Writer brummg11@wfu.edu “We felt like we could beat them all,” Coach Jerry Haas said of the men’s golf team after last weekend’s tournament at the Carpet Capital Collegiate Classic in Rocky Face, Ga. “Our depth and talent is very, very big this year,” Haas said.

The Deacs finished sixth in a tournament that included several heavyweight squads such as Alabama, Auburn, Clemson and tournament winning and defending national champs Texas.

Junior Thomas Birdsey led the Deacs with a combined score of 216 after three rounds going 73, 73 and a very strong 70 to finish the weekend giving him even par and ended up tied for 14th in the tournament.

Junior Beau Cutts, who Haas proclaimed to be arguably one of the best talents on the course, had a very strong first two days finishing both with a 71 and managed to stay just 2 over par for the tournament after Sept. 9 making him tied for 17th. Though Haas feels that the players had ample opportunity to perhaps challenge Texas for the win, they made great strides in building their character both individually and as a team.

Coach Haas has noticed a mental strengthening of many of his players over past years including senior Charlie Harrison who posted a fantastic first two days at 72 and 69.

“He has come a long way in his belief in himself and his comfort level on the course,” Haas said of his senior.

Junior John Varo also put out a pair of good outings. The debut freshman Grayson Murray rounded out the squad for the Deacs by showing his potential, posting 74s in his final two days.

Much of the success and maturation of the Wake Forest golf team is largely due the work of the coaching staff who have carried the pursuit of tradition and excellence not seen anywhere else.

“It’s the small things that separate our program,” Haas said. “We stand out because we wear long pants, and we dress very nicely.”

It is part of a tradition he was taught as a Demon Deacon golfer under Coach Jesse Haddock.

The athletes are all taught to be extremely polite and to carry themselves as true gentlemen.

“I think it’s missing in today’s world that a young person can carry himself like that,” Haas said.

Next, the Deacs will travel to Iowa for the Golf Week Challenge. Wake will represent the ACC in a field of 14 non-conference opponents.

The season looks good for the team and their performances should be very interesting to see.

“Wake Forest fans will be very happy with the men’s golf team this year,” Haas said.

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Senior Charlie Harrison is hoping to build off a strong season in 2011. The senior golfer hails from Atlanta, Ga.

W-S Open: Senior Deacons prepare to lead team Continued from Page 9

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Hopkins, a native of WinstonSalem, is in his last year at Wake.

into focus and dedication to achieving the personal and team goals he has set out this preseason.

“I was extremely excited to get the extra year,” Hopkins said.

“Now it’s just a matter of me giving all that I can and playing up to my potential this year and not holding back because I do have goals I want to reach, which is why I initially wanted the [extra] year.”

Yet, before the pair returns to the court in hopes of conquering the ACC on Sept.

14, Prabhakar and Hopkins were able to share the incredible experience of playing in the Winston-Salem Open this past August.

Hopkins forged his path to the WinstonSalem Open through a local qualifying tournament, in which he defeated former

Wake Forest All-American Steven Forman in the finals.

Meanwhile, Prabhakar gained entry through a wild card of his own, yet did not learn of his bid until mere hours before tournament play began. Prabhakar took to the court first, falling in three sets (6-3, 4-6, 1-6) to John Harrison Richmond. Later in the day, Hopkins, a native of Winston-Salem, was defeated on center court by Matthew Ebden, who is ranked No. 71 in the world.

“Playing a match that I felt I should have won, but didn’t really go my way, really got me back in the swing of things,” Prabhakar said. “The biggest takeaways for me are the value of preparation and competition.”

“It was not just the Winston Salem open that helped me,” Hopkins said.

“I was out there hitting with professionals and they said, ‘Wow, you’re good.’ To hear that from people who are top five in the

world is kind of amazing. It will help my overall confidence this upcoming season.”

Both Prabhakar and Hopkins will attempt to bring the lessons they learned from their experience at the Winston-Salem Open to a young Wake Forest squad. The team recently landed six freshmen Demon Deacons.

The new players coming in is the No. 6 ranked recruiting class of 2012 in the United States.

“They are all extremely talented freshmen,” Prabhakar said.

“The one thing we can do is lead by example, work hard every day, and keep them along with us.”

“You can’t really expect them to come in and be perfect and win every match,” Hopkins said.

“At the end of the day, I stress working hard and giving all that you can because that’s going to help us win every match.”

Strasburg: Nats look to future in midst of pennant race Continued from Page 9

Strasburg’s highly anticipated return to baseball was met with much anxiety by manager Mike Rizzo.

Both men feared overworking the young pitcher might cause further damage to his recently repaired throwing elbow.

After several consultations with doctors and much consideration over the off-season, the Nationals made the controversial decision to cap Strasburg at 160.0 innings this season.Strasburg’s last outing versus Miami pushed him to 159.1 innings, just two outs away from

his proposed seasonal limit. Sure enough, the next day Johnson confirmed the 24-year-old phenom had been shut down for the rest of the season for precautionary reasons, a decision which has rightfully upset many of the Nationals’ few thousand fans (sorry Nats fans, but it’s true.)

Strasburg Theoretically, this decision will protect Strasburg’s arm and ultimately his career, and most years, the shutdown would hardly be an issue. But this season

is different. This season, entering mid-September with the best record in baseball, the Nationals are almost certainly playoff-bound, a first for the franchise in over 30 years . The Montreal Expos advanced to the postseason in 1981. Moreover, the city of Washington has not seen a World Series since the Senators fell to the New York Giants in 1933.

Without Strasburg, the ace of the staff, the Nationals’ odds of winning this season shrink drastically.With their decision, Johnson and Rizzo run a huge risk as they are trying to predict an unpredictable future.

What if Strasburg re-injures himself next season despite these pre-

cautions? What if the Nats never win during the Strasburg era? While Johnson and Rizzo’s decision seems noble, the chance to win a World Series now should outweigh a potential injury in the future.

Apparently the message of former New York Jets head coach Herm Edwards fell on deaf ears in D.C.: “You play to win the game!”

Even if the Nats were correct to limit Strasburg’s workload, it seems they could have better rationed his outings. Couldn’t he have started his season two months later?

Had Strasburg’s 2012 debut come in June as opposed to April, he would still be available to pitch

through the playoffs. Similarly, a six-man rotation or a 5.0 inning per-game cap would have delayed Strasburg’s shutdown date.

Alternatively, Strasburg could have pitched out of the bullpen, which would allow him to pitch roughly one inning at a time as opposed to five or more.

While no option is ideal, these alternative strategies would presumably have allowed Strasburg to pitch into the postseason and possibly in the World Series.

Johnson and Rizzo will almost certainly look back years from now and wonder what could have been in the year of 2012.

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Odds of a child becoming a professional athlete: 1 in 16,000 Odds of a child being diagnosed with autism: 1 in 88

Some signs to look for: No big smiles or other joyful expressions by 6 months.

No babbling by 12 months.

No words by 16 months.

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Alumna Emily Giffin ‘94 introduces her new book Where We Belong and how Wake prepared her for a writing career

BY AMBER BURTON Life Editor burtab11@wfu.edu I am aware that you kept journals throughout your childhood and even college, and often use it to draw upon ideas for your writing. What in your journals assisted you in the writing or inspiration for Where We Belong?

I remember high school as a relatively lighthearted, fun time. I had a lot of friends that spanned cliques — from the popular kids to the quirky loners. I was on the soccer team, was the editor of the newspaper, and was generally a joiner. So I didn’t think I’d be able to relate to Kirby’s feelings of isolation. But when I read my old journals, all the melancholic feelings came rushing back to me. Though I wasn’t dealing with Kirby’s issues, I could relate to her feelings of loneliness and the universal struggle, especially at that age, to try to determine who we are and where we belong.

What was your inspiration for Where We Belong?

At its heart, the book is about secrets and what happens to us and those closest to us when we keep them. I’ve always been intrigued by the power of secrets and the questions surrounding them. When is it justifiable to keep them from the ones we love? And does keeping them irrevocably change who we are?

Where We Belong swirls around deep secrets and a search for the truth. Do you think there is anything wrong with telling a lie to protect someone from the truth?

It depends on your definition of wrong — and it also depends on the circumstances of the lie and in what way we are trying to protect another. I think we all would agree that lying is wrong, but life and relationships are seldom black and white, and we all are all just trying to navigate the gray areas the best we can.

How was the process of writing Where We Belong different from your previous novels?

It was the first time I had written a young adult character since the manuscript I wrote before Something Borrowed that was ultimately rejected and never published. As I said earlier, I loved Kirby and really enjoyed reliving those intense years of self-discovery.

You mentioned Wake Forest in Where We Belong.

In the future, would you ever place one of your novels in the setting of Wake Forest?

I have no plans to write a story in a college setting, but I will continue to insert Wake Forest references in my novels. I think it can be found in all of my six novels, except maybe one.

I love giving shout-outs to people and places I love.

Never say never, though. I do love writing young adult voices, and it would certainly be fun to return to Wake for a few weeks for “research”!

Where did you primarily spend your time writing the novel?

I mostly write in my office, which is located in the pool house in my backyard. It is decorated in my favorite colors — pink and orange — and is such a cheerful place to work.

Sometimes, though, I go to coffee shops to change my scenery. And I love writing in airports, airplanes,and hotel rooms.

Emily Giffin Talk & Book Signing Date: Friday, Nov. 2 Place: Lexington Civic Center, Lexington N.C. Time: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $10, $5 for students

What prepared you most at Wake for your current profession? Did you take writing classes?

I majored in history and minored in politics and English, but I never took a single creative writing course at Wake. (I did take one journalism course, though.)

For me, college was about getting a very broad liberal arts education, making friends and really growing up. (And college basketball!)

Bottom line, I think that every stage of life provides a rich backdrop of material, and to be a good writer, we have to soak up all of our experiences. The good, the bad — and everything in between.

When did you first know you wanted to be a writer?

Since I was a very little girl. Really since I was able to write. I spent my childhood reading and writing little stories and poems and diary entries.

What is your advice for students who are aspiring writers at Wake Forest?

First, stop referring to yourself as an “aspiring writer.” You might aspire to get paid for what you do, but you are a writer if you write. As a corollary, stop worrying that you won’t be good enough, or comparing yourself to others. Don’t let the idea of a novel overwhelm or intimidate you so much that you are too afraid to begin.

It’s like training for a marathon. Nobody gets out there and runs 26 miles on their first effort. It takes daily training and discipline and desire. Just be true to your characters and your own unique voice. If you don’t feel a deep connection to your story, then chances are nobody else will.

And finally, just live life to the fullest. You never know when, where, and how you will be inspired.

Anything else you’d like to say?

Yes. Go Deacs!

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Raleigh hosts indie festival Wake Radio staffers got into the music at the third annual Hopscotch Music Festival Sept. 6-8

BY LAURA CHIN Staff Writer chinlj9@wfu.edu The Independent Weekly’s third annual Hopscotch Music Festival took place across 15 venues scattered throughout Raleigh’s downtown streets Sept. 6-8.

Local Winston-Salem bands including Ramps, Estrangers and Burglar F*ckers were amongst the weekend’s roster.

Wake Radio paired up with the festival as a media partner and gave away weekend and select show passes leading up to the event. Four of our staff were in attendance, and here are some of the highlights: Zola Jesus The festival is no stranger to electronic acts, but Zola Jesus (Nika Roza Danilova) captivated viewers with a gothic synthpop set filled with charged vocals and commanding body language.

Joined onstage by a violinist, synth programmer and drummer, Ms. Jesus’ album pales in comparison to her live performance as she straddles between the darkness and the lights, as well as open and discrete emotional availability.

Field Report One of the greatest parts of any music festival are the unconventional venue arrangements, as everywhere and anywhere become viable spaces to showcase artists.

Consequently, festival-goers were lucky

enough to experience a show at the Long View Center, a neo-gothic affiliated Unity Church located in the historic district.

Field Report, a band whose frontman previously collaborated with Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon, serenaded an audience at the Center with a set featuring material from both their EP and their unreleased album. The Center, with its high ceilings and low lighting, was the perfect venue for the up-and-coming band.

Dan Deacon On a stage that should only be able to fit three musicians, Dan Deacon crammed himself, two drum sets, a synthesizer and a mixing board with nearly one mile of cables. On the backdrop, a projector played what could be called an epileptics’ worst nightmare.

His first song “Red F” starts, a distorted F chord, then continuous roll of drums, then the synthesizers. A mob of sweaty people rush to the front. “Dancing” begins.

Dan Deacon can only be described as controlled chaos.

Day Parties Downtown Raleigh swarmed with throngs of excited music-lovers and the streets shook with the vying performances of countless bands.

Nearly every block had a street party packed with vendors and sponsors, all centered towards stages housing acts such as the Love Language and Kooley High.

We spent our Saturday hopping between venues and street festivities to catch electrifying performances from Megafaun and more.

Crystal Galloway, Austin Jones and Clare Stanton also contributed to this article.

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Mexican cuisine on a budget This week in SU

La Botana offers homemade Mexican food for diners without draining a college budget

BY KATHRYN ROHLWING Staff Writer riemka9@wfu.edu

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La Botana is a Mexican restaurant located on Hanes Mall Boulevard next door to Wal-Mart.

It is a bit of a drive from campus, but it’s a convenient location if you have some shopping that you need to get done as well.

The restaurant boasts authentic homemade food, and with a menu that contains an entire page devoted to popular Mexican street food, rightly so.

The street section includes tacos, sopes (a mass of shredded meat, lettuce and tomatoes smothered in sour cream) and Tortas (French bread sandwiches stuffed with meat and covered in a spicy sauce).

Their entrees also include unusual options such as a beef stew made with onions, cilantro, mushrooms and prickly pear cactus or a choice of meat sautéed in

chipotles, oregano and brown sugar. The menu also offers usual fare like burritos, quesadillas, tacos and carne asada.

Their unique recipes are not this restaurant’s only appeal. Their food is, as their sign says, fresh and homemade.

When I went a couple weeks ago, I ordered a combo platter of the mushroom and onion quesadilla and a chile relleno.

La Botana Grade | A Price range | Entrees $6.99-$15.99 Location | 1547 Hanes Mall Boulevard Suggestions | Tortas, chile relleno Website | labotana-ws.com

The mushrooms and onions had not been frozen and the tortilla was crisp, tasting like it had just been fried.

Their chile relleno also seemed like it had been made-to-order, rather than frozen and reheated. It was deliciously unhealthy, filled with cheese and fried in a whipped-egg batter.

On a side note, while both these items were great, I did find that their proportions were too large to eat the entire combo platter by myself, so I would only get this option if you are really hungry or splitting it with someone else.

For vegetarians, they have a long list of items available on a separate menu by request.

These meat-free options include a version of sopes that are made with beans instead of shredded meat and are covered in spicy cactus.

If you are vegan or gluten-free, I would recommend calling ahead as the menu does not state anything explicit about whether or not they could accommodate these needs.

As well as the great food, the restaurant has a fun, lively atmosphere. It has a nice outside dining area as well as a colorful decor inside. Along with the usual table or booth seating, there is a bar with large screen televisions. They offer a variety of beers and mixed drinks, including an awesome margarita.

Overall, this unique, little restaurant is worth the drive across town. I would highly recommend it for a Friday night getaway from campus.

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Trend Alert | College Fashion

Campus fashion is hardly runway ready Most people consider Wake Forest to be a stylish campus, but true fashionistas would disagree

BY ALLISON CACICH Staff Writer caciae9@wfu.edu Let me start off by clarifying that working in the fashion department of a magazine this summer does not make me an expert when it comes to the field of “fashion.”

It may have actually weakened my insight into what the average college student really likes and wants to wear. I wasn’t focused on ready-to-wear class ensembles and fratting outfits, but instead I was focused on putting together “work-appropriate” clothing that could easily transition into day and night.

But the real world, and more specifically New York City, did teach me a few things about “dressing the part,” the part of a chic and fashion-forward young woman.

That’s a look that Wake Forest women haven’t quite mastered (hint: it doesn’t include Nike exercise shorts or tight miniskirts).

I’m not saying that Wake Forest women need to become walking fashion spreads.

However, if you want to emulate the pages of Lucky or even Marie Claire, some “Wake Forest trends” have got to go.

Lilly Pulitzer clothing Fashion is extremely subjective, but in the

world of fashion magazines, what they say goes and Lilly Pulitzer dresses, skirts, shorts and such will never be found in the pages of newsstand publications.

I understand the appeal: bright, colorful and whimsical patterns that are perfect for the ultimate tailgate. But where does Lilly Pulitzer exist outside of the South?

Nowhere.

It’s never been trendy, even though it may be a “staple” here. Suggestion: try out brands such as Tory Burch or Zara. They cost around the same as Lilly but feature slicker lines and typically come in more versatile shades that work all year.

Nike Athletic Shorts Does Wake have a deal with Nike to supply every girl on campus with every color of athletic shorts possible?

I get that they’re practical and the perfect workout clothing. But must they run the rest of our lives? For class, I suggest a comfortable (cotton, knit, jersey, silk) dress that shows your personality.

They come in all lengths, colors and styles (the infamous wrap dress, anyone?) and can be found at retailers such as Ann Taylor Loft and J. Crew, or at bargain-loving stores such as Kohl’s and Target.

Despite being trendy and très chic at the Forest, these popular items are frowned upon and viewed as a fashion faux pas in the real world.

Tight and short miniskirts When were these ever a good idea? We all know what they insinuate and there’s really no need to flaunt it every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and the occasional Thursday. Fashion mags are all about

empowering women, so they would never let a tight mini appear on their pages.

If you don’t believe me, check to see if you find any in your favorite publication.

There are still skirts out there that leave little to the imagination. If you can’t find

a skirt you like, try skinny jeans or a classy and attractive going-out dress.

Showing lots of skin does not equal sexy (or chic).

Putting a little extra effort into your wardrobe will pay off in the long run.

lower sex drive, decreased potency in males, and even difficulty reaching orgasms.

And alcohol, you inquire?

Sure, a fine glass of chardonnay with some seafood, or a sultry pinot noir with the right spices and meat enhance the sensual, romantic aura of the night and can lead to greater feelings of love and horniness. But as all doctors stress: moderation.

Great amounts of alcohol may make the consumer more confident and adventurous, but physiologically, large quantities can decrease DHEA in women and testosterone in men (the engines of your sex drive), reduce oxytocin (making touch less sensitive) and even cause vasopressin (necessary for male erection) to fall.

There are some specific foods that cause notable hormonal and psychological effects in the body that can aid with increasing sex drive.

While a balanced diet of fruits, veggies and protein will maintain bodily function and increase energy and endurance, use a combination of these treats in your cooking to give your love life a little kick.

are loaded with potassium and B vitamins and is thought to help men and women last longer in bed.

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“ of food outside of the kitchen The importance Sex Column | The Aphrodisiac

Research finds there is exciting science behind why getting “dirty” with food is so fun and effective

BY CAROLINE MURRAY Staff Columnist murrck9@wfu.edu Back in my late high school years of naiveté and a less-than-confident selfesteem, I used to foolishly believe that the reason my abs and torso looked slender and toned in the morning was because I hadn’t eaten in over eight hours.

As an HES major, now I better understand that my body was simply in a heightened anabolic state in which you are repairing, growing, and consuming body proteins and fats … but I can get into that another time.

How foolish of me to think that not eating would allow me to look sexier and more desirable.

Since when do hollow stomachs make for good lovers?

Men would much rather have you eating.

According to the “Yangutu” dating site, 78 percent of men prefer a woman with curves, hourglass figures, and in good health rather than someone uber slender.

As my mother always said, “Men like a little something to hold on to.”

Essentially, nutrition and diet are

Essentially, nutrition and diet are positively crucial to your love life.”

Caroline Murray Senior

positively crucial to your love life. With the right combination of nutrients and an overall balanced diet, food has been proven to not only boost your overall health and energy, but it also enhances sexual function and stirs your libido.

Chris Meletis, chief medical officer at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, recommends complex carbohydrates and lean proteins as the most essential aspect of your eating habits, for they provide the most energy and offer maintenance for the functioning of all of your internal organs, particularly when combined with a plethora of fruits and vegetables.

Energy + proper physiological and anatomical function = better lovemaking.

Simple math, here, people.

So what about everything else that goes into your body?

Qualitative studies have shown us the negative effects of sodium, saturated fats, sugar, and highly processed or fried foods: we feel more sluggish, less energy and inapt brain function.

All such substances have also been linked to improper release of essential sex hormones,

Chocolate The darker, the better. A natural antidepressant, chocolate releases dopamine, the quintessential “high” chemical, and contains PEA which generates feelings of ecstasy.

Bananas One of the best energy foods, bananas

Spices and Additives They can make or break a meal, but guaranteed to help with your sex drive.

Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, ginseng all increase circulation and supposedly stimulate sexual feelings.

Peppermint, lemon, and cardamom are also thought to improve the taste of semen, along with tropical fruits and juices.

Believe it or not, visual resemblance of a food to male and female genitalia has been believed for centuries to stimulate sexual desire: avocados, figs, asparagus, eggs, onions and apples, just to name a few.

Seafood Not only did the Romans look at oysters as a strong symbol of female genitalia, but meals from the sea are loaded with protein and zinc to entice desire.

Vanilla A good friend once told me that the combination of vanilla and lavender was the most attractive scent a woman could don to draw in a man.

Its scent and flavor is thought to dramatically increase lust.

Find your wild side with the assistance of these natural yet effective sexual aides to bring some flavor to the bedroom.

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Abroad Column | Cheers from London

Learning to live life the London way

BY HILARY BURNS Staff Columnist burnhs0@wfu.edu

Photo courtesy of Hilary Burns

Wake students Jenny Magruder, Anoushka Yousuf and Hilary Burns take some time to sightsee and visit the London Eye.

After being in the UK for one week, I have so many stories to tell that I’m not even sure where to begin.

I have never seen so many things or met so many people in a week, and there is no doubt that I have fallen in love with London already.

There is something about the European lifestyle that makes me more relaxed. My rigid schedule at Wake that consists of study, class, extracurricular commitments, social life and sleep is suddenly out the door.

I find myself waking up with no set schedule and everything just seems to work out.

On Friday, I had no classes so I woke up, showered, and left my room to wander the streets of Kensington with no form of communication to the outside world. (My international phone was not set up yet, and I only have Internet in my dorm.)

As I walked down the front steps of the Crofton, I bumped into a friend. He asked me where I was going, and I told him I wanted to explore.

We took a left and walked down the white, elegant streets of Kensington and stumbled past Kensington Palace, the former home of Princess Diana. The massive brick palace across the way from a pond full of swans is nothing less than idyllic.

Well-dressed locals cover the park in front of the palace with picnics and dogs without leashes that don’t roam away from their owners. (I really do not understand how

these dogs are so much better behaved than American dogs — must be the water.)

We walked a few blocks and decided to leave the main road to find somewhere for lunch.

We meandered past some of the most expensive flats in London where cameras followed our every move and landed at a little secluded café.

This is where our American-ness became apparent when we didn’t realize that Europeans take their time for meals.“There is no rush, bella,” the Italian waiter told me.

So we just sat on the side of the street and admired the beautiful architecture and history around us while enjoying our paninis.

Now you have to understand, I am the anxious student who eats lunch while responding to emails and studying for my calculus quizzes back at school.

I am now the person taking an hour and a half for lunch and walking around with no phone or schedule.

And I have never been more content. The rest of the day consisted of more exploring.

We walked through the Natural Museum of History, and after being nearly hit by cars every time I crossed the street, found our way to a Bavarian pub.

I have to admit I have not adjusted to the driving on the wrong side of the road.

This Bavarian pub consisted of authentic German food and drinks, complete with charming waitresses in Bavarian dresses.

After dinner, we stumbled upon a 1920’s jazz club and were pulled into a Great Gatsby-like setting.

I never thought that a day with no plans could end up being so eventful.

Humor Column | Fratscope

The five people you meet in a frat basement

During a night of fratting, there are several personality types that you may encounter in the basement

BY SHAHANI SAMARASEKERA Staff Writer samasn11@wfu.edu Some people think all you can do at a frat party is drink, dance and potentially contract herpes.

They don’t see that going out is just another important part of your college education.

You see, with my first year at Wake under my belt, I now understand that the people I meet while taking over the dance floor can actually teach me important life lessons — not just about how many hookups get a pledge driver to take you to Cookout (Pretty Woman is actually a beautiful love story, ok?) but about real things too.

The first person I met in a frat basement was obviously the frat star.

The frat star can come in a variety of shapes and forms.

Some look like walking Easter eggs, clad in more pastels than even Queen Elizabeth has in her wardrobe. I know, I kept up with the diamond jubilee.

Trust me, she has a lot.

The others seem to have a new basketball jersey for everyday of the week. The frat star I met was one of the latter sort. “Rack City,” “Get Low” or something just as beautiful was playing in the background as we made eye contact from across the smoky, dark room.

As he made his way over and asked me to dance, I promptly responded “no” and the stank face I was going for indicated “Don’t touch me!”

I learned two things that day: I should have said yes when he asked me to dance because that would be the only offer I would receive that year (but it’s fine because my mom says I am pretty), and frat boys have really sweaty hands.

To all the boys reading this, I just want to put it out there. I have since gotten over my fear of touching people I don’t know.

The next people you meet, you will never actually talk to. You will just see them in the middle of the dance floor, potentially having sex, but aggressively making out at the very least.

They will teach you never to stand near them ever, even if it is on accident. They will not hesitate to knock you over, make out while leaning on you, or just gross you out.

The third person you will meet in a frat basement is the “it was dark” hookup. You

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The amount of lessons to be learned in a frat basement are endless, and the amount of frat guys ready to teach them are plenty. are in the moment, feeling the music, when “it was dark” slinks on over.

It starts as an innocent dance, until one thing leads to another and we all know what happens next.

The next morning, when you encounter him in the Pit, reality hits.

That is what you risked communicable diseases for?

I guess it’s true what New Boyz featuring Chris Brown always say, sometimes it really is better with the lights off.

But it’s fine, you will learn you can always blame it on roofies.

(You were right ma, I should’ve stayed away from the punch.)

And the last person you will meet is me.

You will recognize me by my stunning dance moves, a light medley of Riverdance and interpretational dance that makes all the boys go crazy.

I am a girl who just wants to have fun and I can teach you that even when someone touches you with their sweaty hands or makes out while leaning against your frail body, you can still have a fabulous night and learn some pretty great things too while you are at it. Embrace it!

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