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Taking a course downtown provides students with an unprecedented opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, learn from medical school faculty, access new labs and study spaces and broaden the scope of their academic and professional experiences as an undergraduate.

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The Innovation Quarter offers study spaces and opportunities for cross-discipline learning BY LAUREN BARBER Staff Writer barblp0@wfu.edu On Tuesday, Jan. 10 nearly 300 undergraduate students attended class in a repurposed manufacturing building once owned and operated by R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. The rehabilitated space known as “Wake Downtown” is a state-of-the-art academic and research facility in the heart of Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter, adjacent to the Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education. Among the 18 undergraduate classes that have moved to Wake Downtown, the new space will be home to several new programs of study. This includes bachelor of Science degrees in biochemistry and molecular biology and engineering, a concentration in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery and a minor in biomaterial science. “The programs that anchor the space will really mix and mingle nicely. We're right at

the interface of medicine, chemistry, biology, and technology once engineering starts this fall,” said Rebecca Alexander, professor of chemistry and director of academic programming at Wake Downtown. “We hope that both our teaching and our research will go beyond the typical boundaries that people think of as chemistry research or biology research.” The new facility will also support new undergraduate offerings in entrepreneurship, bioethics, public health policy and the humanities. “About a third of the classes this semester aren't science classes, but in education, communication, history, politics and a first year seminar,” said Alexander. “We're looking forward to welcoming people who don't think they belong but know they want cross-disciplinary seminars and informal conversations between sciences and humanities, sciences and art, or art and medicine.” In fact, undergraduates will enjoy an unprecedented opportunity to interact with and learn from medical school faculty, a reflection and extension of the Reynolda Campus’ long-standing commitment to meaningful student-faculty engagement.

“Wake Downtown is the physical convergence of so much: an undergraduate presence under the same roof as the School of Medicine in the urban area of downtown Winston-Salem. That coming together is truly monumental and is one of the most significant developments at Wake Forest in the past fifty years,” said Sam Perrotta, event and project manager in the office of the provost. Aishwarya Nagar (’16), a recent alumni and Wake Forest Fellow for Wake Downtown, echoed Perrotta’s excitement, saying “Wake Downtown's new academic programs and proximity to the School of Medicine will provide undergraduates with incredible avenues for complex, intellectually-stimulating collaboration.” Many students are already confident that Wake Downtown will broaden the scope of their academic and professional experiences as an undergraduate. “As a potential Ph.D. or M.D. candidate, greater access to both the medical and graduate schools gives me even more motivation to reach my professional goals,” said senior Hakeem Oufkir, a chemistry major with a concentration in biochemistry and a minor in biology.

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A myriad of Demon Deacons from both sides of the political aisle plan to travel to the nation’s capital the weekend of Jan. 20 to join hundreds of thousands of others for president-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration into office. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security anticipates that 800 thousand to 900 thousand people will be present at the 58th presidential inauguration, which will be approximately half the attendance of Barack Obama’s 2008 ceremony. After Chief Justice of the Supreme Court John Roberts administers the Oath of Office to Trump, the “President’s Own” United States Marine Band, which has performed at every presidential inauguration since Thomas Jefferson’s first in 1801, will play “Hail to the Chief.” Other performers will include the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and 16-year-old “America’s Got Talent” veteran Jackie Evancho. Tom Barrack, Trump’s top inauguration planner, said that he and his team plan to forgo a “circus-like celebration” in favor of “soft sensuality” and “poetic cadence.” Along with his fellow members of Wake the Vote, freshman Caleb Woody looks forward to continuing his frontlines exposure to American democracy by witnessing the swearing-in. “I am attending the inauguration because despite who may or may not be taking the office, seeing the transfer of power from president to president live and in person is something incredible that transcends party politics,” Woody said. “I wouldn't be able to attend the inauguration at all without the hard work and planning of Melissa Harris-Perry and all the others who work really tirelessly over at the Pro Humanitate Institute and through Wake The Vote. So much work goes into making these memorable experiences for me and my peers and I really appreciate all the hard work.” Freshman Jackson Blodgett, also a member of Wake the Vote, agreed.

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Deacon Profile: Dean Chatham BY ERIN STEPHENS News Editor stepec14@wfu.edu

Jamerdon Dean, known to most by his artist name Dean Chatham, is a senior planning to release the final project of his hip-hop series entitled "Dean's List" before he graduates in Spring 2017. After switching directions from a Physics major to Communication, Dean has been able to explore the craft of creating and performing the hip-hop music that he says has always been a part of his life. Is there a story behind your artist name? Yeah, Dean is actually my last name. But my artist name came from my last name and my street — Chatham. I've pretty much lived on the same street my whole life. My grandparents lived there, I moved in with them at some point in my life and stayed there. They've both been there longer than I've been on earth, so I like representing it. I think more people know me now as Dean, even though I didn't start making music until sophomore year. What made you start making music in college? Well, prior to anything in college, my little brother and I used to freestyle. It was me, him, and my cousins just throwing a beat and just freestyling to it. When I got to school I went to a party one day. At this point I had never freestyled in front of anyone besides my brother and my cousins. I was a little bit under the influence, and I think that's what opened me up a little bit. Next thing you know these guys are sitting at the table having a cypher, so everyone is taking turns rapping to a beat. I'm sitting there enjoying it and then they say, "Yo, JD come on, get in on this." And I was nervous, you know, but as the night went on, I joined in. And as legend goes, I rapped for like 25 minutes — just straight, crazy fire. They let me go on four or five diﬀerent beats, listening to me. My brother used to always tell me I was good, but being a science guy, I never thought I could take rap seriously. So in my mind I was like, "Okay yeah sure, thanks." But when all of these people told me that I had a gift, and that I should write a song, that's when things changed.

What is it about creating music, and hip-hop specifically, that speaks to you?

When I look back, hip-hop has just always been a part of my life. I think it started with me simply liking words. There weren't a lot of forms of music that had so many words and so many complex patterns — how you put them together, how they sound. No other genre really stuck out to me in that sense. Those other genres were more melodic. But hip-hop was just word after word after word, which to me is very spastic. I love breaking down the meanings of words — making fun patterns out of different words, double entendres, metaphors — all of those. And growing up my dad was a hip-hop head, so he was constantly playing it around me. I guess I have always been low-key obsessed with it, I had just never realized it. You put on an event over winter break. Could you tell us about it? So that event actually started out early this past summer with me and my best friend, who is a personal chef. We organized what we called a "Chatham Festival," but we didn't want it to be a typical hiphop show. We wanted to make it different in some way. So we said lets combine our talents. We used my aunt's venue — she owns a building downtown so we rented it out from her. We built our own stage from nails and wood and hammers and put lights on it. My best friend catered the event. We did pretty well, we had about 30-40 people come out. We thought that was a success, just from the fact that it started from nothing. Later on, we started planning for another one to be over winter break. We wanted to make it bigger and better so we rented out a bar. It was this really nice venue downtown called Mohawk Place. I had performed there before and they were really familiar with me so they allowed us to cater, and we had a girl come and sell jewelry. Basically, I recruited the best artists in Buffalo, and at this point in my career I've worked with a lot of them. So many people are doing good things in Buffalo. We're building each other up because we're trying to build the community. So then at least when one person succeeds,

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the community itself flourishes. For this event in December we had about 90-100 people show up. The crowd was crazy and the energy was something I'd never seen ever at a hip-hop show. We were telling everyone about it because we were so excited and it was such a community feel. It was beyond any expectations I could've had, and it really showed me that anything is possible. All of that started from that small idea that my best friend and I had that one day this summer. Everyone had a part in it — even the chef, the culinary art was a big part. Are there any current projects that you are working on? Yes, which is crazy. Sophomore year when I started out, I became addicted really quickly so I was doing some crazy things. I put out a project every semester, which is a lot of work. The projects I did every semester were collectively called "Dean's List," but the ironic thing is I never made the Dean's list — I was so busy making "Dean's List" that I never actually made it. So at this point in my college career I've never made the Dean's list, but I'm very in

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SG GENERAL ASSEMBLY BY MADISON ZEHMER Contributing Writer zehmml16@wfu.edu I. Executive Report: Treasurer Kathryn Webster reported that the budgets for different organizations are due in two weeks. There is a $6,000 umbrella of budgeting. Also, the executive officials will rotate through different committees for observation.

II. Committee Reports: Campus Life: Planning and preparation is underway for the Student Activities Fair on Jan. 29. The Mental Health Initiative is the weekend of March 21. The committee is pushing for student input on the SEARCH committee. Judiciary: The committee is working with the executive oﬃcials to review the constitution and bylaws.

control of the musical aspect of my life. I was always out of balance the past semesters, just barely getting by in school, but always doing something new in terms of music. The first one was called "Dean's List EP," the second was called "Dean's List 2: The Mixtape," and the third was called "Dean's List 3." So this last one I'm just going to call "Dean's List." It's going to honor me actually making it, because I know I can. And I will. Everyone's behind me with this one. I feel like the school is and my city is, which is a diﬀerent type of energy than just having your friends and supporters. Having a group behind you makes a diﬀerence, especially with a project like this followed by graduation and then the real world. If I go to New York, this is going to be the CD I'm going to be walking around with, trying to find Jay-Z. It's going to be released probably a week before graduation so I can still see people and celebrate. To me, in my head, this is way more official than anything I've ever released. All the instruments are made by my friends or people that I know. I think its something that could go on iTunes, and it needs to, because its more than a mixtape.

Physical planning: The committee is investigating whether non-business students can access business school printers. III. New Business: Millicent Hennessey, a recent Wake Forest graduate and fellow, gave a presentation about the Wake Forest Fellows program. She explained how the program is a one-year commitment for recent gradu-

ates. She told the audience the requirements of the position, core competencies, opportunities it oﬀers and the application process timeline. There was a presentation about the Resilience Project, which creates socks with interesting designs. Fifty percent of its proceeds will go towards benefiting cancer patients. At the end of the meeting, the Senators and co-chairs who were abroad last semester were sworn in.

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“Degree-seeking students interested in research will definitely gravitate to Wake more going forward.” In the meantime, currently enrolled students are uncovering the ways in which the new facility will enrich their academic experience. “I think being near the medical school might give me more options for research opportunities in the future and allow me to take fascinating upper-level science classes as well,” said sophomore Eileen Zhang. Zhang is pursuing majors in chemistry — with a concentration in biochemistry — and mathematical economics. This semester, she will work in a chemistry lab for the first time. “Although the labs aren’t yet set up fully, I’ve heard about the new machines and equipment that will be inKalyn Epps/ Old Gold &Black stalled. I think the extra free spaces in the labs and up-todate equipment will make the research process even more Panels of photographs line the hallway between Building 60 South, where undergraduyou’re for car repair, enjoyable,”When Zhang said. “Thelooking classrooms, student lounge ate classes are held, and the classrooms and labs where medical students are taught. and laboratories look beautiful.” look no further than The space itself proves to be as dynamic as the academic student gathering areas for socialization, collaboration undergraduates more opportunities to engage Winstonand studying,” Perrotta said. Salem’s thriving culture whether through community-enprograms it houses. Through floor-to-ceiling windows, students can lay gaged projects, exploring art galleries and restaurants or “Each study space offers flexible, customizable, and multipurpose options for users. You can choose to social- their eyes — and their sights — on the marketing and simply spending time in Bailey Park. “In the fall of 2014, Provost Kersh approached me about ize, study hard before a test, or meet with groups right data analytics firms, graduate research labs, and technolgetting involved with this new idea and, at that moment, ogy start-ups that populate the Innovation Quarter. after class — all in the same area,” Nagar said. “As a pre-med biology major I would have benefitted I had no idea what this new concept would become,” PerStudents will be able to use their Food Dollars at both Medical Grounds in the Bowman Gray Center for Medical greatly from the intersection between entrepreneurship rotta said. “Working together with a core team for over Education and Cafe Brioche in Biotech Place. Although and STEM fields represented in the Innovation Quarter,” two years, with the support of university leadership and vending options are currently located on the lower level Nagar said. “Being in this space will allow students to ac- the faculty, to reach what is now Wake Downtown was of the building, several more machines will be installed cess pioneering research, entrepreneurial ventures, inter- truly something magnificent to be a part of.” “Wake Downtown is the very definition of collaboration elsewhere in the weeks to come. disciplinary collaboration and so much more.” “The space is bright, airy and exciting. Each floor has Outside the Quarter, the downtown location affords and innovation.”

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istration, you don’t know what will happen. With this event we wanted to pro5720 Country Club Rd mote an unbiased view on policy in this Winston-Salem, NC 27104 field and how all this would take shape.” John Knox, a professor of law at Wake Catanoso opened the event with general 336-945-3767 Forest University spoke on Tuesday night introductory questions regarding climate as a participant in a panel discussion re- change. Jodrey, from the department of Pats-bodyshop.com garding environmental policies under the the interior explained that, despite those new Trump administration. elected officials who deny the existence “For climate change, the future is al- of climate change, environmentalism and ready here,” Knox said. “It’s not just conservation have made their way into something that’s going to happen a cou- the executive branch and are here to stay. ple of generations in the future.” According to the panelists, the Obama The event was hosted by Wake For- administration focused more on sustainest’s Center for Energy, Environment ability issues than any previous adminand Sustainability (CEES) in the Porter istration. Trump’s nominee for heading Byrum Welcome Center auditorium as the EPA, Scott Pruitt, has repeatedly sued a way to hear from experts on what the the EPA because according to Shapiro, country can expect in the next four years. Pruitt believes regulatory issues regarding Justin Catanoso, a Wake Forest journal- the environment should be governed by ism professor, moderated the debate. The individual states. auditorium was mostly full, with a mixShapiro disagreed, saying that pollution ture of Wake Forest undergraduates, law doesn’t respect state boundaries. students and community members. “Finding a win-win for the environment The panel consisted of four Wake Forest and the economy is hard,” Jodry said. Law professors. Dick Schneider is the asHe said that he believes the President sociate dean for international affairs, Sid sets the tone for the rest of the governShapiro is the chair of administrative law, ment in terms of policies and priorities. and Don Jodrey is the senior policy advis- However, “Congress is a really important er to the assistant secretary of the interior player,” he said. for fish and wildlife and parks. John Knox Shapiro noted a few new laws that are is a professor of international law and a in the process of being passed, which United Nations special rapporteur. allow Congress to decrease of environAlly Hellenga, the communication and mental regulations. Furthermore, Trump events coordinator for CEES explained has promised to withdraw from the Paris

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Journalism professor Justin Catanoso moderated the event, which included an analysis of regulatory issues and allowed audience members to ask questions. Agreements, though regulations wouldn’t allow this for four years, according to Knox. While the bureaucracy is complex enough to hamper immediate action, the panelists agreed the administration could simply stop enforcing existing laws. However, Knox noted many of the nominees do not agree with Trump’s plan to avoid the climate issue. Catanoso ended the event with a statement. “We are not without leverage,” Catanoso said. “There are some positive takeaways but I don’t know that they balance out all the unknowns that lie ahead. I urge all of you to stay engaged in these issues. We don’t have any time to waste and this really is the most important issue facing our leaders.” Caleb Ohara, a sophomore at Wake, said he would have preferred to hear from a

greater variety of opinions from both sides of the party line. “I would have liked to hear from a more diverse group of people, politically speaking,” Ohara said. For some, the evening could be seen as a call to action. “Everyone is still empowered to help the environment and aid in sustainability issues,” Hellenga said. “Things may seem gloomy but as long as we remain positive and optimistic we all have the power to enact change.” For those students wanting to get more involved, CEES is planning more events in the upcoming semester. From February 6-9 CEES will be hosting events with Terry Tempest Williams, a renowned author and environmentalist. These events will include a student writing workshop and a public lecture and reading by Williams.

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“Even though I don’t agree with the outcome of the election, it is still a once-in-alifetime experience and I believe in taking advantage of every opportunity,” Blodgett said. In addition to the swearing-in, Wake the Vote will attend the Peace Ball at the National Museum of African-American History and Culture and the Women’s March on Washington. “The Ball will be filled with so many inspiring people who promote social justice around the nation and the world,” Blodgett said. “I’m excited for the Women’s March because I believe it shows that we can still be activists and voice our opinions during a time where it is really needed.” Prior to the election results, sophomore Kari Burgess intended to attend the inauguration with fellow members of College Democrats. “We had a point system set up the top five or six people who did the most activism could go on the D.C. trip,” Burgess

said. “I ended up being in the top three. After the election the decision not to go was kind of unspoken because we were just so upset. It pretty much just fell through completely. No one asked if we were still going to the inauguration, it just died.” Instead of attending the inauguration ceremony, Burgess will participate in the Women’s March on Washington on Jan. 21 and speak to an intersectional group of attendees to create an episode for the podcast Promoting Secular Feminism. A growing number of Democratic politicians have expressed intent to boycott the inauguration, particularly in the wake of revelations about alleged Russian interference in the election and Trump’s Twitter attacks on civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis. Rep. Don Beyer, who represents a solidly blue region of Northern Virginia just minutes from Washington, D.C., stated that Dr. King spoke of the fierce urgency of now. “Beyer’s values and his actions are the antitheses of those I hold dear,” Beyer said.

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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security expects up to 900 thousand people at Trump’s inauguration. Others will atravel to D.C. this weekend for various protests. “It would be the height of hypocrisy for me to pretend to be part of this inaugural celebration.” Burgess supported the over 40 Democrats’ aversion to attending the ceremony. “I think the boycott is a really important stance of solidarity, especially with Trump’s recent attacks on Rep. John Lewis,” Burgess said. “It is diﬃcult to have

bipartisan leadership in House of Representatives, but we are not going to sacrifice our views [for the sake of] stability with the opposition ... I hate what this has come to, but a peaceful protest is a tenant of the American system.” Former Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders both plan to attend the protest.

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POLICE BEAT Larceny/Damage to Property • Victim had her wallet stolen while attending a basketball game at LJVM. The report was filed on Jan. 10 at 10:05 p.m. • Subject(s) damaged a ceiling tile in the lounge of Luter. The report was filed on Jan. 10 at 2:56 p.m. • Subject(s) took a room key out of an envelope in the Post Office. The report was filed on Jan. 11 at 4:36 p.m. • Subject(s) damaged a teak end table on the sundeck in Babcock. The report was filed on Jan. 12 at 12:02 p.m.

Miscellaneous • WSPD was summoned in an attempt to locate a hit and run suspect from Lot F. The report was filed on Jan. 12 at 12:52 p.m. • A stolen license tag was recovered on a different vehicle at Lot C. The report was filed on Jan. 12 at 2:48 p.m. • Two subjects trespassed on the roof of Angelou. The report was filed on Jan. 12 at 3:12 p.m. • University Police received a request from WSPD to assist with a noise complaint. Approximately 25 people were present and no music was playing. No citations were issued. The report was filed on Jan. 15 at 9:21 p.m. from Ransom Road.

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Film uncovers realities of North Carolina’s past The State of Eugenics examines the practice of eugenics in North Carolina and its impact on citizens BY MCKENZIE MADDOX Editor-in-chief maddml14@wfu.edu Historically, North Carolina is often shamed for its involvement in the tobacco industry, mistreatment of Native Americans or the clear disparity between its cities and rural areas. However, the prevalent practice of eugenics during the 20th century that haunts the state’s legacy often goes unnoticed. On Thursday, Jan. 12 at 5 p.m., the university hosted a film screening of The State of Eugenics followed by a panel discussion that unpacked this story for the Wake Forest campus audience in the Kulynych Auditorium of the Porter Byrum Welcome Center. As almost every seat was filled, eyes widened and gasps were frequently heard as the realities of this malpractice were uncovered for the attendees. In a time period of just over 40 years, more than 7,600 men, women and children in North Carolina were sterilized under state law by force or coercion. Many of these citizens were poor, uneducated or disabled. The federal support for this procedure was backed by the Supreme Court’s 1927 Buck vs. Bell decision that endorsed eugenics, or the sterilization of citizens with the aim of reducing poverty and eliminating the “unfit to reproduce,” as a valid practice. However, even though eugenics is no longer a widely accepted practice, as stated in the film by Irene Clark, a retired biology professor from St. Augustine College, the records and files of the history of this practice had been swept under the rug for many years. “They didn’t want us to see these records because they were supposed to be secret,” Clark said. “So what I’ve been doing is connecting dots. A whole lot of dots.” After the opening scene featuring Clark, the movie twisted through the stories and

journeys of many survivors, legislators and journalists who all collaborated to fight for compensation for these victims. Although the reason and manner in which these victims were sterilized varied, the same emotions plagued the survivors: confusion and anguish. “I just don’t get why we would do something like that,” said Willis Lynch, a eugenics surgery survivor, during the film. “It just isn’t right.” As the film highlighted these stories, it also focused on the legal process of compensating these victims who had been sterilized. Through focusing on the work of journalists like Tommy Tomlinson and John Railey and legislators such as Thom Tillis and Larry Womble, the film showcased how the victims in North Carolina eventually received entitlement to three payments of $20,000 as compensation. However, the lack of compensation these victims received left students like junior Alex Fulling feeling dismayed. “I think one of the most complex takeaways from this issue is whether or not the victims were suﬃciently compensated,” Fulling said. “When I first heard in the movie that the reparation from the state was just three payments of $20,000 each, I was pretty shocked. Only $60,000 dollars over 10 or so years seems like a small number. But, simultaneously, how do you possibly put a price on something like this?” Other students echoed Fulling’s concerns for the victims and said they believe this issue needs more attention. “It’s a horrific event that happened in North Carolina that not a lot of people know about,” said senior Chandler Shapiro. “It needs to be more public.” Following the screening of the film, a panel discussion moderated by Melissa Harris-Perry took place featuring the film’s director and producer Dawn Sinclair Shapiro, Womble, Tomlinson and Railey, and Laura Gerald, the former chair of the state task force on compensation and now president of the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. While the panel focused on the issue of justice and debated the best way to com-

pensate the victims, the discussion kept circling back to the fact that the practice of eugenics took place within close proximity to Wake Forest’s campus. “There are doctors right here in this city that were a part of this,” Womble said. “There’s a hospital right here in this city that was a part of this. But if you don’t know the story, you won’t know what to say.” As Womble and Tillis were two legislators who helped spearhead the fight for eugenics compensation, Womble said a priority for legislators should be to focus on the issues in their own backyard as he did. “It makes me angry when I see politicians go around preaching for justice and equality in other places and countries abroad,” Womble said. “Because they have enough to do at home. Charity begins at home and then spreads abroad.” Fulling found this aspect of the event to be a helpful reminder for the campus community. “The event was great for Wake Forest

students because I think we regularly lose touch with what’s going on outside of the campus gates,” Fulling said. “For example, the prominent state senator who led the fight to secure compensation for victims of forced sterilization is from Winston-Salem. The fact that no student in the room had any idea who he was before the event or that he lives right around the corner really speaks to just how little the average Wake Forest student knows about this town, its history and its famous figures.” Although the panel agreed that justice was far from being served to these victims, legislative strides — although small — have been made. The event ended with Susan Tillis, Senator Tillis’ wife, presenting Womble with a copy of the recent federal legislation, the Tillis-Carper Eugenics Compensation bill, that President Obama signed into law on Oct. 7. How the future will continue to confront the stains from our past both socially and legally will be an ever-present issue.

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Following the panel, Senator Tillis’ wife, Susan Tillis, presented Womble with a signed copy of the Tillis-Carper Eugenics Compensation that President Obama signed into law.

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President Obama honors Chi- NATO troubled by Trump’s “ob- Wife of Orlando shooter, Omar Mateen, arrested cago Cubs at White House solete” comment The Chicago Cubs celebrated their 2016 World Series victory at the White House on Jan. 16. After the Cubs won their first World Series in 108 years, Obama invited the team to Washington, D.C. before the end of his term. “When you get invited to go to the White House, you say yes,” Cubs owner Tom Ricketts said to ESPN. “It’s a plus that President Obama is a Chicagoan, although he’s a Sox fan.” The Cubs anticipate visiting patients at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center before they return to Chicago. Obama stated that welcoming the Cubs was his last official White House event.

President-elect Donald Trump’s claim that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is “obsolete” has led to “astonishment and agitation” within the alliance according to Germany’s foreign minister, FrankWalter Steinmeier. “I said a long time ago that NATO had problems... number one it was obsolete because it was designed many, many years ago,” said Trump. According to Reuters, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry commented that Trump’s remarks were “inappropriate.” Trump’s position does not align with that of his nominee for defense secretary, James Mattis, but the press spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed with Trump’s stance.

The wife of Omar Mateen, who was responsible for the deadly June shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, was arrested in connection with the attack on Jan. 16 in San Francisco. She faces charges in Florida including obstruction of justice. Law enforcement oﬃcials repeatedly questioned Noor Salman in the aftermath of the shooting, who claimed that she had no advance knowledge of her husband’s plans. FBI oﬃcials believe that Salman concealed knowledge about Mateen’s intentions to carry out the rampage during earlier phases of the investigation. Salman’s first appearance in court in Florida was scheduled for Jan. 17.

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Full house supports 12th annual GospelFest Wake Forest Gospel Choir opened for Detroit artist Kierra “KiKi” Sheard at the well-attended event BY TAYLOR WEST Contributing Writer westte15@wfu.edu This past weekend on Sunday, Jan. 15, the 11th annual GospelFest was held at Brendle Recital Hall in Scales Fine Arts Center from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Kierra “KiKi” Sheard was the primary performing artist with the Wake Forest Gospel Choir as the opener. GospelFest was first held in January of 2006 and has since gained the support of the community and local churches

within the area. Kendra StewartTillman, an assistant director for the WFU Gospel Choir in 2006, was responsible for launching the event that has now become a mainstay on the Wake Forest campus. Each year the event has grown in size. “GospelFest takes place during the MLK weekend,” said Maya Revell, president of WFU Gospel Choir. “This was a way for members participating in the overall movement to find and give off peace, hope, and encouragement.” This year the WFU Gospel Choir sang a rendition of “God is Here” by Martha Munizzi and “Pass Me Not” by Douglas Miller and the True Life Choir before Kierra

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Kierra “Kiki” Sheard, who has been singing gospel music with her mother since she was very young, took the stage in Brendle Recital Hall after the Gospel Choir.

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WFU Gospel Choir also performed before the voter turnout rally at the LJVM Coliseum last year, which featured First Lady Michelle Obama and Secretary Hillary Clinton. Sheard took the stage. The voices and her presence on stage caused of the Gospel Choir radiated a large turnout for the event. The throughout the auditorium as audience, a blend of Wake Forest the audience listened. The WFU students, students from local Gospel Choir has played a large colleges like Winston-Salem State role in the success of the event University and Salem College and community members, filled the every year. For the past 11 years, it has auditorium. “GospelFest was an uplifting performed before the primary experience for both the performers Gospel artist takes the stage. Sheard is a gospel singer and and the audience,” said Kierstein radio host with five hit albums McAtee, a member of WFU Gospel and an over 17-year career within Choir. “It was nice to see everyone the music industry. Her albums in attendance on one accord for include I Owe You, This is Me, Bold the time we were there.” To end the night, Sheard held Right Life, Free, and Graceland. She is native to Detroit, Michigan a meet and greet in Brendle but has since traveled the globe. Recital Hall in order to talk with Her mother, Karen Clark- community members and take Sheard, a member of The Clark pictures with local fans. The WFU Sisters, is also a gospel artist. Gospel Choir was also giventhe Sheard’s music is well known opportunity of meeting with within the genre of gospel music, Sheard during the meet and greet.

WAKE IN A WEEK Gothic Literature from the ZSR Rare Books Collection Time: Jan. 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: ZSR, Room 625 “Deep into that Darkness Peering”: Gothic Literature from the ZSR Rare Books Collection features books and other materials from ZSR’s collection of 18th and 19th century Gothic fiction.

“Lost Art” Community Slide Show Time: Jan. 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location: Overlook gallery at SECCA Nine Wake Forest writing students will present original, multi-modal pieces that incorporate projections with text composed in collaboration with photographer and installation artist Vesna Pavlovic. Afterwards, attendees are invited to meet the artists.

Pulsed Inverse Spin Hall Eﬀect in Organic Semiconductors and Organic Trihalide Perovskites Time: Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. Location: Olin, Room 101 This seminar will be presented by Professor Dali Sun of the Department of Physics at North Carolina State University. Refreshments will be served afterwards.

The Right Way to Cite Time: Jan. 22 from 2 p.m. 3 p.m. Location: ZSR, Room 476 This workshop will explore the basics of both MLA and APA citation formats. It will also cover in-text citations, bibliographies, and source management strategies. Students at any stage of the research process are welcome.

Safe Zone Lunch and Learn Time: Jan. 25 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Benson 311 This session will feature a deeper experience regarding various aspects of LGBTQ experiences and action steps for building more inclusive communities for individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Irish Jam Session Time: Jan. 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location: Barn at Reynolda Village Winston Salem’s Irish Band, Goilin, will hold a listen and learn session as well as an open jam session for all levels of musicianship.

Spring Study Abroad Fair Time: Jan. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Benson, Room 401 The Center for Global Programs and Studies will have representatives from both WFU and aﬃliate programs share information and answer questions. There will be activities and prizes.

Wake Forest Meditation Group Time: Jan. 23 from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Location: Reynolda Hall, Room 23 The Wake Forest Meditation Group oﬀers instruction in the basic philosophy and practice of meditation, including how to begin and maintain a regular practice. Each session will end in tea and conversation.

School of Business Chinese New Year Celebration Time: Jan. 26 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Farrell Hall, Bern Beatty Colloquium The School of Business will celebrate the Chinese New Year with food and fun festivities.

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“ reconsiderSecretaryofHUD Trumpshould Tried and Drew| Cabinet Nominations

Ben Carson leading Housing and Urban Development would be detrimental for the U.S Drew Finley

Staff Columnist finlag15@wfu.edu

In recent days, President-elect Trump’s cabinet nominations have received lots of attention from political leaders on all sides of the aisle and beyond. Whether it is politicians, the news media, advocacy groups or ordinary American citizens, it seems like the nominations for the various Secretary positions have received a particularly heightened level of interest during this period of transition in the Executive Branch. One nominee who certainly has not been neglected is Ben Carson, the retired pediatric neurosurgeon who was one of 17 people who attempted to secure the Republican nomination for president in the 2016 election. Trump nominated Carson for the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) position. The Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Aﬀairs held his nomination hearing on Jan.12 of this year. In that hearing, Carson spoke in a very heart-felt way about his upbringing and the extreme diﬃculties he faced growing up in inner-city Detroit with a single mother.

Carson understands much of our nation’s housing history in a way that is not particularly supported by facts or evidence.” What followed, of course, for Carson was an unparalleled and inspiring career that makes us all have faith in the American Dream. After high school, Carson attended Yale University and then continued his studies at the University of Michigan Medical School. A leading light in the medical world, Carson was the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital from 1984 until his retirement in 2013. All this is to state the obvious: Carson is a truly remarkable man, and his dedication, hard work, and perseverance are an example for all Americans to follow. Yet as one member of the Senate Committee importantly remarked, “much as we might wish otherwise, many children won’t have the same combination of fortitude, and a firm hand and a good fortune that allowed Carson to rise to the highest levels of medicine and the highest levels of our society.” The Senator’s remark is a crucial point. Anyone familiar with Carson’s life story knows that while his rise to prominence was certainly magnificent, it is also extraordinarily rare and almost unheard of in a nation where increased economic inequality and decreased economic mobility have helped create an environment where even those who are profoundly dedicated and bright fall short. A telling study that is relevant to Carson’s own field found that a mere five percent of students enrolled in America’s

medical schools come from households with incomes of less than $20,000. Separate research has also found that only about one in 13 Americans will move from the lowest income quintile to the highest over the course of a lifetime. None of this is to suggest, however, that hard work and dedication should be downplayed in any way at all. Carson’s incredible resilience and determination are an integral part of who he is, and upon hearing him speak, one realizes that Carson truly does believe that all Americans can and should be able to pursue their own happiness and live up to their fullest potential. Yet the simple fact is that America’s economy absolutely does not work for everyone equally nor does it give every American a fair and equitable shot at rising to the top. “For those who cannot overcome the odds on their own, should we not help them?” the same member of the Senate Committee asked. Sadly, what Carson thinks about this question is unclear. He has consistently made statements in recent times which are at odds with the overarching mission and goals of HUD, and in his writings he has demonstrated what eﬀectively amounts to outright contempt of government assistance programs in general. In his 2012 book Carson commented, “racist people from both parties adopted a paternalistic attitude toward AfricanAmericans.” The government, Carson said, “enacted federal and state programs designed to take care of people who couldn’t take care of themselves — people who are ignorant, stupid or just plain lazy.”

In my own research, I have found claims like that one to be wholly unsubstantiated. With respect to housing specifically, I examined how residential segregation began as an eﬀort that was enforced by law, then moved into practices in the private sector — among them redlining, predatory lending and restrictive covenants — and finally arrived at more subtle forms of discrimination like steering — all of which are conducted to keep certain groups like African-Americans, Hispanics and others out of a given neighborhood. This long pattern of pervasive segregation resulted in systematic and prolonged disinvestment in minority neighborhoods and communities. Much of the policies that existed before the passage of the landmark Fair Housing Act of 1968 still exert tremendous influence over the contemporary housing landscape in this country. Put simply, there is a clear and discernible reason why far too many neighborhoods all across America are segregated, and there is likewise a reason why the neighborhoods that contain the greatest numbers of African-Americans, Hispanics and other groups are decidedly less developed than those of their white counterparts. It therefore appears that Carson understands much of our nation’s housing history in a way that is not particularly supported by facts or evidence. Given the incoming Trump Administration, few can find this to be entirely shocking. For these reasons, then, Carson is a poor choice for HUD Secretary and he should not be confirmed.

Word on the Quad | President Obama

How would you define President Obama’s legacy?

“Progressive and inspiring.” Erin Farmer (‘18)

“Hopeful (I’m probama).” Thomas Nash (‘18)

“The most complicated historic legacy in U.S. history.” Zach Bynum (‘19)

“Eight years of progress.” Liz Candler (‘19)

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Nothing Better (E)-Than This| Media Bias

“ swayed the 2016 election Fake news News outlets must have a responsibility to report news accurately to their audiences Ethan Bahar

Staff Columnist bahaea15@wfu.edu

A quick skim of my previous pieces will show that I fully opposed Donald Trump’s election. I think he is an unpredictable narcissist with ideas that could endanger the livelihoods of millions of Americans. Having said this, I, as well as all other Americans, have an obligation to root for the success of this man, who will be inaugurated as our president tomorrow. Not only must we root for Trump’s success, but we must also praise him when his policies yield favorable results. While fair praise is important for any president, it is especially pertinent for Trump. This is because his behavior suggests that he feeds oﬀ of positive reinforcement. Stroking his ego, whenever possible, is the most surefire way to coax him towards less aggressive, more reasonable policy decisions.

What we must strive for is a proper balance between positive reinforcement and necessary criticism.” This is not to say that the media, and the American people in general, can relent on scrutinizing every single decision made by the president. As the leader of the free world, it is extremely important that he make each and every decision under the watchful eye of millions. When a policy fails, or even if a stupid remark is made, the president deserves appropriate criticism. What we must strive for is a proper balance between positive reinforcement and necessary criticism. This balance, to an extent, once existed in the American media landscape. However, in recent years, outlets like Fox News and MSNBC have strayed from their days of reporting unbiased news. Instead they have become echo chambers, spewing opinions blatantly held by one end of the political spectrum or the other. These news organizations feast on the viewership and readership of folks who hold a specific set of opinions. Thus, the

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information that they now present has become more extreme in an attempt to spike interest in a niche viewer. The consequence for this irresponsible attempt at increased viewership is a deepening of the polarization in American politics. Signs point to Trump’s election being a symptom of this widening gulf between the left and the right. If news had been reported without a skew

from the time that the primaries began, it could be argued that Trump’s victory would have been far less achievable. To shrink the partisan gap, and to coax an unhinged president into making reasonable decisions, major news outlets owe the American people a return to unbiased, responsible reporting. Such a return could very much be what this country needs to restore our fleeting democracy.

Eating healthy is“more effective and less dangerous than diets Mad(ison) Game| Dangerous Dieting

Focusing on healthy habits is the surefire way to avoid the problems of harsh dieting

To learn how to strive for wellbeing instead of a certain body type or beauty ideal takes time, effort, and education.”

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pate in pathological dieting will develop an eating disorder. Eating disorders are some of the deadliest psychiatric illnesses that can have devastating consequences and greatly impair a person’s ability to function. It’s just not worth the risk. If you really want to lose weight, make a lifestyle change or start a new workout regimen. It’s best to consult a doctor or dietician first to make sure you’re taking care of all aspects of your health, including your mental and emotional wellbeing. It’s also important to become aware of the lies the diet and beauty industry perpetuate. Think of a “good” or “healthy” food. Now think of a “bad” or “cheat” food. We have been conditioned to associate foods higher in carbs, gluten or sugar as “bad” and foods such as vegetables, fruit, or lean meats as “good.” However, the human body needs all types of nutrients in moderation. I have to consciously remind myself that I do not have to “earn” food, and that I’m not “cheating” if I have pizza or a piece of cake. You do not have to feel guilty for consuming something that is necessary for human life.

Guest Columnist zehmml16@wfu.edu

Let me get right to the point: crashdiets don’t work. Carbs are necessary for your body to function. You can’t lose 10 pounds in a couple of weeks in a healthy way, the “freshman fifteen” isn’t a thing and calories are literally fuel, not something to be feared. Although these are easily verifiable scientific facts, the diet industry thrives oﬀ of you believing the opposite. Without fail, the new year is almost always met with weight-loss resolutions. Some people who make these resolutions begin crash-dieting, restricting their caloric intake, their carbohydrates or their sugar, for example. At best, these diets are largely ineﬀective. At worst, they can be extremely dangerous, as they encourage disordered eating behaviors. According to the National Eating Disorders Association, 35 percent of people who go on a diet begin to pathologically diet, and 20-25 percent those who partici-

Of course, this all is easier said than done. To learn how to strive for wellbeing instead of a certain body type or beauty ideal takes time, eﬀort and education. Instead of resolving to lose weight, why not begin the year by resolving to treat your body and your wellbeing with the respect and kindness you deserve? Calories carbs and weight don’t determine your worth. Intuitive eating, which is characterized by learning how to listen to your body’s hunger cues along with self-care and sleep hygiene is much more eﬀective and safe in the long-term for

your health than crash-dieting, obsessive calorie counting or exercising and participating in disordered eating behaviors. This year, I’m choosing to actively challenge the falsehoods perpetuated by diet industry. I’m choosing to stop punishing my body. I’m learning how to eat balanced meals, not “clean” meals, how to exercise because it makes me feel good, not to burn calories and how to eat what I want in moderation without feeling guilty. It’s going to be diﬃcult, but worthwhile. I urge you take a step towards your holistic wellbeing by doing the same.

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“ of Trump’s plans concern students The uncertainty Iron Will| Muslim Policies

Trump’s policies regarding Muslim citizens poses significant ethical issues William Desvallées Guest Columnist desvw15@wfu.edu

As Trump’s America is only days away, it is important to acknowledge how many millions of Americans are devastated from the outcome of the 2016 election. One of the primary reasons for this response stems from the public concern about how the leadership of the Trump administration will affect the millions of Muslim citizens and immigrants across our nation. This question remains a mystery driven by speculation, but most importantly the radical claims he has made throughout his campaign. Trump began by proposing a ban on Muslim immigration, then an immigration ban on certain countries and now “extreme vetting.” His policy proposals reflect a shifting nature of his campaign promises. He justifies these proposed policies by referring to the ongoing threat of terrorism — largely motivated by Islamic extremism. However, in the eyes of many, Trump’s intended policies are unethical. Yet, such immigration bans have occurred throughout U.S. history. The 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act and follow-up 1922 Chinese immigration act essentially

Millions of individuals within the United States feel that the freedom they are entitled to could be stripped away.” banned East Asian immigration based on race. By 1943, this legislation was repealed due to the Magnuson Act. In order to get a better sense of how the passing of such legislation would personally affect Muslims in the U.S., I interviewed two Muslim international students studying in the U.S. and asked them how they feel about Trump’s intended policies. Moctar Diarra is originally from Mali, a country in Western Africa. He moved to the U.S. in June 2003. His father, a Malian diplomat, was hired to work for the U.N. as the Special Adviser on Africa and as the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States, eventually being appointed Secretary General to Ban-Ki-moon (SecretaryGeneral of the U.N.) in January of 2008. As a Muslim international student living in the U.S., Diarra felt as if that the election of Trump alone, based on the numerous claims he has made, has fundamentally re-shaped his perception of American culture. To him, the outcome of the election reflects a tendency for Americans to generalize too quickly: “America loves to label instead of communicating and understanding each other. There are a lot of misunderstandings that turn into ill will or even hate.”

Mamoun Mohattane is a Moroccan Muslim living in the U.S. and studying at Boston University where he is currently a sophomore. As a Muslim, he felt surprised like many others that Trump was elected. However, it did not change his previously held opinions about American culture. “It did not change any ideas I had about the American culture. Voting is a right and I won’t judge people who voted for Trump,” Mohattane said. The election of Trump has redefined the meaning of what it means to be American for Diarra, while Mohattane has not allowed the result of the election to modify his previously held opinions about American values and culture. In regards to Trump’s intended policies, Diarra feels strongly that he could be facing much adversity in years to come as an international student living in the U.S. With much of his family still living in Mali, religious differences could become a legitimate cause for drastic immigration legislation to be passed in the coming years. “I hope that the progress that the country was on track to make doesn’t get erased or veer off the path,” Diarra said. “I hope the anti-Muslim ban that would stop my family from coming to visit me doesn’t happen, as Mali is listed among them.” Mohattane spoke mostly of religious profiling in regards to Trump’s intended policies. “If profiling works and there aren’t any terrorist attacks or at least fewer, and there’s a direct correlation between meaning that they stop terrorist attacks thanks to profiling; then I’m fine with that,” Mohattane said. “If it is directed towards Muslims, there’s a reason. The terrorists are

Muslims. Some might think it is racist, I don’t think it is, I think it’s realistic.” Mohattane’s viewpoint indicates acceptance or even endorsement of Trump’s intended policies if they are pushed through. He would not be opposed to the profiling of Muslims in America, as he feels that terrorism in the U.S. has largely been caused by Muslims. He feels as though Muslim extremists unfortunately identify with Islam, and that if Trump’s proposals are the necessary steps that America as a society has to take to protect its citizens from extremism, then they should. While Trump’s intended policies remain unclear, millions of individuals within the U.S. feel that the freedom they are entitled to could be stripped away. The voices of these two Muslim International students studying in American Universities in a period of sheer incertitude reflect how Muslims around the U.S. feel personally affected by the radical claims of our next president.

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“ abuse poses a threat to students Prescription drug Knock on Wood(y)| Prescription drugs

Prescription drug addiction is causing a serious problem on many college campuses Caleb Woody

Guest Columnist woodcw16@wfu.edu

There’s an epidemic sweeping the nation. More and more kids — each younger than the last — are finding themselves chained to an orange bottle given to them by their doctors. We are a society that has managed to engineer a pill to solve any given problem. Can’t sleep? Ambien. Can’t focus? Adderall. Stressed out? Xanax. It’s a slippery slope and a dangerous game to play. Now I am not some luddite who wishes we could go back to the “good ol’ days” before we had medicines and prescriptions that could help us. Some people need medications to have a fulfilling life and to have a chance at normalcy. There is not, nor should there ever be, any shame or embarrassment in that.

Stress, peer pressure, curiosity and a sense of freedom [...] makes the abuse of these common and potent drugs all the more likely.” However, the line between the people who may benefit from these prescriptions and who may be harmed by them is an ever-blurring line. College is a vulnerable time for many students. The unique combination of stress, peer pressure, curiosity and sense of freedom shared among all students makes the abuse of these common and potent drugs all the more likely. Even worse, the pervasive attitude of “screw it, it’s college” encourages the development of these dangerous and life-altering habits from adolescence through adulthood. Furthermore, the climb from Adderall, to Oxy to Cocaine to Heroin is not quite as clear and not quite as defined as one may think. Students who engage in prescription drug abuse put themselves at risk for various other risky behaviors. Students who abused the medication Adderall (typically prescribed for treatment of ADHD) were four times as

likely to participate in dangerous “BingeDrinking” and were eight times as likely to have experimented with cocaine, according to drugabuse.gov. These trends spell out a dangerous future for today’s youth. On the flip side of the issue is the profitability of a medical clientele addicted to prescription drugs. Doctors for decades have been able to receive monetary compensation from pharmaceutical companies, in turn promoting said company’s drugs. These payments were typically hidden and covered under “Research Costs/Payments.” However, with the passing of the “Physicians Payment Sunshine Act,” a sub-act of 2015’s “Affordable Care Act,” medical doctors, chiropractors and a variety of other medical professionals are required to disclose their payment records. Yet, even with this long-overdue transparency, the practice of doctors pushing drugs upon their vulnerable patients still occurs and is directly affecting the health of today’s college students. This breach of trust is directly helping to contribute to the rising prescription drug abuse problem on today’s campuses.

Today’s prescription drugs are potent, dangerous and deadly. Furthermore, a combination of over-prescribing by doctors, and the unique climate of a college campus makes students especially vulnerable to abuse. Don’t become a statistic and don’t be a dollar figure for pharmaceutical companies. Keep you and your peers safe by avoiding prescription drugs.

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Wake Forest continues its pipeline to MLS Jacori Hayes, Ian Harkes and Alec Ferrell will follow the footsteps of former Demon Deacons to play Major League Soccer

The Wake Forest men's soccer team has consistently been one of the top programs in the country, ever since its conception in 1980. In 37 seasons, the Demon Deacons have made the NCAA Tournament 20 times while making it to the College Cup on five diﬀerent occasions and winning one national title in 2007. The program boasts six ACC regular season championships, two conference tournament titles and 36 individual All-American recognitions. More recently, in 2016, the Demon Deacons sent then freshman Jack Harrison to play Major League Soccer as the MLS SuperDraft's first-overall selection. And just this season, the program celebrated the recognition of

senior Ian Harkes as the 2016 Hermann Trophy award winner, only the second Demon Deacon to receive the honor as the nation's best player. Before last week there had been 31 Wake Forest players drafted in the MLS SuperDraft — but as of Friday, Jan. 13, two more were added to the impressive total as midfielder Jacori Hayes was selected 18th overall in the first round by FC Dallas, while goalkeeper Alec Ferrell was picked with the first selection of the second round, 23rd overall, by Minnesota United. Ferrell, who was the first goalkeeper taken in the 2017 draft, will head to Minnesota United, which is a MLS expansion team. "Alec proved time and time again that he was the top keeper in college soccer," Wake Forest coach Bobby Muuss said of his senior goalkeeper that earned 22 solo shutouts in 63 career starts. "He's incredibly deserving of this opportunity and we expect him to excel in Minnesota." With Hayes' first-round selection, Wake Forest achieved the feat of getting a midfielder drafted in the first round in back-to-back seasons (Harrison, 2016). "I'm absolutely elated for Jacori on his first-round se-

lection," Muuss said of his model player. "FC Dallas is getting a player with incredible talent, discipline and determination, and I'm confident he'll be successful at the next level." Hayes finishes his Wake Forest career with 15 career goals and 15 assists. Impressively, 10 of his 13 goals as an upperclassman went for game-winners. Concluding the trio of Demon Deacons headed to the MLS is Ian Harkes, the son of former U.S. International player John Harkes. Harkes reportedly explored options with secondflight clubs in England before ultimately opting for the multi-year contract offer he has agreed in principle to sign with D.C. United. Harkes will return to D.C. where he played before attending Wake Forest. While in high school Harkes played for D.C. United's academy, which gives him the ability to sign a homegrown deal and permitted him to forgo the MLS SuperDraft. The Deacs will miss the trio of Harkes, Hayes and Ferrell. However, they hope to see others follow in their footsteps.

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Wake Forest men's soccer players Jacori Hayes (left) and Alec Ferrell (right) were drafted 18th and 23rd overall on Friday, Jan. 13 in the 2017 Major League Soccer SuperDraft. The pair will be joined by teammate Ian Harkes (center), who will sign with D.C. United, as this year's Demon Deacon class to enter the MLS.

Collins, Demon Deacons dominate Hurricanes 96-79 After an up-and-down game, the Deacs widened their lead late to win big over Miami BRANDON PALMER Business Manager palmbo14@wfu.edu Wake Forest scored the game’s first seven points and never looked back, leading for the full 40 minutes in Wednesday’s contest against Miami. In the first half it was John Collins’ 13 points and Bryant Crawford and Keyshawn Wood’s combined eight assists that put the Demon Deacons up 48-34 at the break. Their superb first half play was complimented by the best half of

basketball Doral Moore has played this season. In eight productive minutes on both the oﬀensive and defensive sides of the ball, Moore scored four points, grabbed three rebounds and caught a highlight-style alley-oop lob, assisted by Woods. The Deacons carried their momentum into the second half and scored the second period’s first nine points in just over two minutes of play. This momentum paused momentarily, however. With 11:48 left in the game the Hurricanes cut their deficit to single digits for the first time since halfway through the first half, despite trailing by 23 points just five minutes earlier. Down the stretch, the Deacs did not

make this an easy one to watch, as they committed numerous fouls and untimely turnovers. But it was ultimately free throw shooting that won this one for Wake Forest. With 3:50 left to play, Miami cut it to just six points. The Deacs responded by drawing fouls and sinking pairs of free throws by Collins, Crawford and Woods on three straight possessions to seal this one in WinstonSalem. Collins finished the game with a career high 27 points and the Deacs won its second ACC game of the season 96-79. Wake Forest will travel to Raleigh on Saturday, Jan. 21 to take on the N.C. State Wolfpack at PNC Arena.

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The Deacons played above the level of the Hurricanes for the duration of the game.

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Demon Deacons drop to 10-7 on the year Senior Amber Campbell scores her 1,000th point in Wake Forest win over Clemson University BY ELIZABETH WALLACE Staff Writer wallem14@wfu.edu The Wake Forest Women’s basketball team faced off against the Clemson Tigers earlier this week at home, defeating them 68-56, marking their first ACC victory of the season. The Deacs started hot by gaining a 14-point lead in the first seven minutes of regulation. Elisa Penna and Amber Campbell were critical offensive players while Alex Sharp played stellar defense having rebounds crucial to their success. The Deacs’ turnovers were limited and shots were going in. The Deacs led in points in the paint as well as second-chance points. In the second quarter, the lead grew even more, reaching as high as 20 points with 1:10 left. Wake Forest again led in points in the paint and fast breaks. The Deacs had 11 total rebounds in the second quarter, while the Tigers only had four. This made a difference in the game and lit a spark that carried over into the second half. Clemson’s Aliyah Collier led the Tigers in total rebounds, assists, and tied for having one steal. Victoria Cardaci led the Clemson Tigers in scoring in the second quarter with nine total points. The first half was monumental for Wake Forest’s Amber Campbell, scoring her 1,000th point for the Deacons. The Deacs struggled with points in the paint and second chance points in the second half. Clemson outscored the Deacs 12 to eight in the paint. In the third and fourth quarter, the Tigers stepped up their game and had more total rebounds than Wake Forest. The Clemson Tigers ended with more total rebounds than the Deacs. However, Wake Forest

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Senior guard Amber Campbell has been a standout player for the Deacons throughout her career at Wake Forest, and in her final season, she is once again demonstrating her ability to score the basketball, averaging 14.1 points per game.

beat them in assists, had fewer turnovers, blocks and steals. When the Deacs took on the No. 17 Virginia Tech Hokies, they fell short by two points, the final score being 72-70. Milan Quinn had a double-double, while Amber Campbell was the high scorer finishing with 22 points. The first quarter was successful for the Deacs because they had five points off of turnovers

quickly. However, Wake led in rebounds, assists, steals, and had fewer turnovers. At the end of the game, VT had led in points in the paint 40 to 26 and fast break points 18 to two. Wake Forest’s largest lead was by 13 in the 2 nd quarter, but it quickly turned at the half. The final score, 72-70, was impressive for the Deacs because VT was ranked and they kept up. The next game is Thursday, Jan. 19 at UNCChapel Hill at 7pm.

Strong team preformance at home opener Wakewonbothmatchesofthedouble headerinimpressivefashionagainstNorth FloridaandEastTennesseeState BY TOMMASO MONETA Asst. Sports Editor monet14@wfu.edu Wake Forest began the spring season in impressive fashion at their first home event. The Demon Deacons hosted North Florida and East Tennessee State in a doubleheader beating North Florida, 5-2, and East Tennessee State, 6-1, as they improved to 2-0 in their quest for a title run. Wake Forest vs. North Florida Borna Gojo, from Croazia, and Alan Gadjiev, from Uzbekistan, made their Wake Forest season debuts and won 6-2 in a convincing manner. Both athletes kept their first serves in play, thus forcing the North Florida team to be defensive. North Florida never had control of the game and gave way to our impressive duo. This was the only doubles win. However, the Deacs’ won the first five matches guaranteeing an overall victory; Gadjiev at the No. 5 spot won 6-2, 6-0, while Christian Seraphim won 6-2, 6-2 playing at the No. 4 spot. Dennis Uspensky at No. 6 and Petros Chrysochos, the No. 1 ranked player in the country, both closed out the competition with wins.

Wake Forest vs. East Tennessee State Wake Forest secured two victories in doubles and won all of the singles matches, a 6-1 overall route. Uspensky, Gadjiev and Skander Mansouri also contributed with key wins. In particular, shining during his singles debut, Gojo won 6-0, 6-0 and sat down with the Old Gold & Black to reflect upon his first impressions with his new team. What are your expectations for your first semester of collegiate tennis? My expectations are very high. I think we are a great group and I think we can do a lot of great things this year, including contending for a national championship. What are the biggest diﬃculties of learning to play with a new doubles partner? Learning to play with a new doubles partner is just a process of getting to know your partner and trusting him more. What would you say is the strongest aspect of your game? What is the weakest? The strongest aspect of my game is my serve and I would say and weakest is probably my net play. Do you relish the chance to be training and competing with a No. 2 ranked team that has the best singles and doubles players in the country?

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Sophomore Petros Chrysochos celebrates after his first win as the best ranked player in the country.

best college guys and trying to learn every day from them. What in your mind is the biggest challenge you’ll have to face as you adapt from Croatia to the U.S.? The biggest thing that will take some adjusting is getting used to rhythm of balancing school and tennis at the same time. The Demon Deacons have captured everyones attention, but this seems to only fuel their intensity as they look to achieve success after success. The next home game is Saturday, Jan. 21.

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Deacs’ look to build during Spring season Hope springs eternal for women’s soccer team as they begin practicing for the Spring season BY RYAN JOHNSTON Sports Editor johnrc14@wfu.edu

Until the 2014 season, Wake Forest women’s soccer head coach Tony da Luz had not missed an NCAA Tournament as the sideline leader of the Demon Deacons. A paragon of excellence in the ACC, the program and da Luz finished no worse than a first-round exit in the ACC from 1997 to 2013 and accumulated just six firstround exits in that span. Since 2014, though, the program has fallen on hard times. Finishing just 20-28 in the last three seasons, the program hasn’t been able to fully assert themselves in the ever-increasingly competitive ACC in recent years — something absolutely necessary to do if the Deacs’ want to be assured a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Thankfully, the quality of the team is on the rise and the culture of the team is conducive to future success, according to da Luz. “We improved quite a bit this past fall and the main priority is going to be creating goals, creating chances and try to find somebody who wants to emerge as a consistent goalscorer,” da Luz said.

The spring season, filled with exhibition matches, is a time for the team to gel on and oﬀ the field and prepare tactically and mentally for the upcoming fall season. Practice began Wednesday, Jan. 18, and while the first game isn’t until March, da Luz is expecting growth across the entire roster. “We have an awesome, awesome rising senior group and an awesome junior group, so we’re excited about the fall, because their leadership is going to be extremely strong,” da Luz said. Specifically, da Luz is looking at Peyton Perea and Bayley Feist to continue to improve the Deacon’s midfield presence. The duo of sophomore midfielders combined for 11 goals and two assists last season, as well as taking the first and second most shots on the team, respectively. That kind of oﬀense will be necessary for the Deacons, who lost seven games last season by a one-goal margin. The most important element of growth for the Deacons this Spring, though, won’t be found on the stat sheet. “Developing a mental toughness as a team to be able to get through these spring games and close games and just pull them out,” da Luz referenced when asked about team goals for the Spring season. “We have to be mentally more resilient and much tougher in trying to win those close conference games.” The Wake Forest community shows up en masse when the soccer programs are competitive within the ACC,

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Sophomore midfielders Peyton Perea and Bayley Feist will be counted on next season. and the Deacon faithful can’t wait to crowd Spry Stadium for NCAA Tournament games once again.

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Westbrook leads MVP race at All-star break Golden State Warriors decimate Cleveland Cavaliers in their second matchup of the regular season BY DANIEL PACHINO Sports Editor pachdb15@wfu.edu As the NBA season approaches its midway point, I plan to discuss the biggest storylines of the season thus far. From dominant teams such as the Warriors and Cavs, to surprise teams like the Milwaukee Bucks, all the way to bottom feeders like Philadelphia, I will cover as many corners of the league as I can. With that, let’s start with some teams sitting at the bottom of the standings hoping to land a top pick in the 2017 draft. While the 76ers have by no means become a competitive team in the NBA, they have some bright spots on their team. First, they have the clear-cut 2016-2017 NBA Rookie of the Year on their roster, and it is not who most people thought it would be entering the season. The draft’s first pick, Ben Simmons, was the projected Rookie of the Year, but he has yet to step on the floor this year due to injury. Joel Embiid, however, is blossoming into an absolute star after sitting out his first two years after being drafted out of Kansas. Also, after years spent tanking, the 76ers have accumulated many valuable young trade assets that could bring them established veterans to balance out their young core. There are a few teams that have been very pleasant surprises as contenders in this year’s NBA. First, the Houston Rockets, led by Point-God James Harden have jumped from a fringe playoff team to probably the third best team in the league. After hiring head coach Mike D’Antoni, shifting Harden from shooting guard to point guard and letting Dwight Howard walk in free agency,

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Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are emerging as one of the NBA’s premier teams in the Eastern Conference.

the Rockets’ offense has been unstoppable due to a barrage of three pointers’ and dunks. The Utah Jazz, who I predicted to compete in the West this season, currently hold the six-seed in the West despite having one of the least starstudded teams in the league. The Jazz are built around phenomenal defense and a deep team with almost no bad players. In the East, the Milwaukee Bucks have finally emerged as a contender. The Greek Freak, Giannis Antetokounmpo, is putting on a must watch show on a nightly basis due to his freakish athleticism and remarkable versatility as a 6’10” point-forward. Led by Giannis, Jabari Parker, and surprise rookie Malcolm Brogdon, the Bucks’ combina-

tion of length, athleticism, talent and defense makes them a dark-horse contender in the East coming into the second half of the season. Finally, it is on to the real contenders. If you ask me there’s only two, the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Sure there are plenty of great and competitive teams throughout the NBA like the aforementioned Rockets, the Celtics, the Spurs, and a healthy Clippers squad, but none of them stack up to these two. Ever since the buzzer sounded in Golden State as the Cavs won game seven last June, it has seemed the two teams have been on a collision course for a third straight Finals meeting. Both teams have undoubtedly been the most dominant teams in their respective conferences up to this point, and it does not even seem as if either team has reached its potential yet. In their first meeting of the season, the Cavs won on a remarkable game-winning shot by Kyrie Irving with just seconds left to cap a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback for Cleveland. Fans did get to see the Warriors at their absolute best Monday night, however, when they absolutely dismantled the Cavaliers in Oakland by thirtyfive points for their second and final meeting of the regular season. I can’t wait for the inevitable meeting of these two again in the Finals five months from now. To wrap up this midseason recap, I want to include my midseason awards for the league: Rookie of the Year: Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers Sixth Man of the Year: Louis Williams, Los Angeles Lakers Coach of the Year: Mike D’Antoni, Houston Rockets Most Valuable Player: Russell Westbrook, Oklahoma City Thunder (Runner up: James Harden, Houston Rockets)

NFL Recap: Cowboys eliminated in final seconds Theplayoff raceheatsupas four more teamsareeliminatedfrom thequest for achampionshipinHouston BY ZACH SEARLE Staff Writer Searzf14@wfu.edu The Second Round of the 2016 NFL Playoffs has ended and the Conference Championships are set to begin next Sunday, January 15th. Four teams escaped the second round and will look to punch their ticket to Houston, TX for Super Bowl 51. Here is a quick recap of the action that took place this past weekend. Seattle Seahawks at Atlanta Falcons On Saturday afternoon, Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons looked to advance to their first NFC Championship since the 2012-2013 season. Seattle came out strong with an impressive time-consuming drive which ended in a Doug Baldwin touchdown. However, Atlanta didn’t wait too long and came back with an equally impressive drive ending in a Julio Jones touchdown. Atlanta did not look back from that point. They went on to score 19 points in the second quarter, giving them a nine point advantage at the half and eventually went on to win by a score of 36-20. Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan threw for 338 yards with three touchdowns in another great performance by the Falcon’s offense, while Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson was held to just 225 yards with two touchdowns.

Atlanta will host the Packers on Sunday in what will be the last game ever played at the Georgia Dome. Houston Texans at New England Patriots The Texans looked to upset the Patriots and advance to their first AFC Championship game in franchise history. Both quarterbacks in the matchup did not have great performances as Texan’s quarterback Brock Osweiler threw for 197 yards with three interceptions and Patriot’s quarterback Tom Brady threw for two touchdowns but had two interceptions, which matches his entire season total in just one game. One notable performer was the Patriot’s Deion Lewis who became the first player ever to score three touchdowns by rushing, receiving and returning a kick 98 yards. His performance helped the Patriots take control in the second half in which their defense ran away with it. The Patriots won by a final of 34-16 and will host the Steelers in the AFC Championship. Green Bay Packers at Dallas Cowboys In what may have been one of the most exciting games of the weekend, the divisional matchup between the Packers and Cowboys was decided by a game-ending field goal. Green Bay looked to be in charge of the game for a majority of the game until Dallas made a late run in the second half and tied it up late in the fourth quarter. With a late game drive by the Packers however, Mason Crosby was able to hit a game-winning 51 yard field goal to send his team to the NFC Championship next weekend in Atlanta. Despite an impressive season by the Cowboys, they will look to improve on their rookie talent and come back strong next year.

Pittsburgh Steelers at Kansas City Chiefs Another close game took place at Arrowhead stadium on Sunday night. The game remained very close for its entirety and ended in a Kansas City missed two-point conversion which would’ve tied the score. However, despite their incredible seasons, all three of Pittsburgh’s offensive powerhouses, failed to score a touchdown. Regardless, the Steelers got it done with the help of Chris Boswell, their kicker. He scored all 18 points for the team on six field goals with a long of 45 yards. Pittsburgh held on to win and will head to New England to take on the Patriots on Sunday.

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Coaches Mike McCarthy (Packers) and Jason Garrett (Cowboys) share words after a nail-biter in Arlington.

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ACC Recap: Carolina outlasts Florida State ACC play heats up as Louisville takes down the Duke Blue Devils and UNC defeats Florida State this past week BY KIRBY MCMULLEN Staff Writer mcmukr14@wfu.edu This past Saturday, Jan. 14, the ACC Conference play was even more electric than usual. The schedule treated hoops fans to two top-15 matchups that pitted the upper echelon of the best conference in the land against eachother. Duke versus Louisville and North Carolina versus Florida State were both exciting in their own way. Duke-Louisville was just as exciting for the off court antics of both programs as it was for the on court action. Both schools have had their fair share of distractions over the past season, whether it be Louisville’s former graduate assistant Andre McGee’s recruiting violations or the tripping situation revolving Grayson Allen that no one can seem to get enough of. However, both teams blocked out the noise and left it all on the court last Saturday in Louisville, as the Cards ultimately took down the Coach K-less Blue Devils by a final score of 78-69. Louisville’s balanced offensive attack was led by Anas Mahmoud who put in 17 points for the Cards while guard Donovan Mitchell added 15 points en route to the victory. The Blue Devils were led by Allen who contributed 23 points and sophomore sensation Luke Kennard with 17 in the losing effort. North Carolina versus Florida State had Chapel Hill filled with a palpable buzz all day leading up to tip off. In what was a back-and-forth affair in the first half, North Carolina pulled away as the ‘Noles never got it clicking down the stretch and the Tarheels ultimately won by a final score of 96-83.

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Duke Blue Devil Grayson Allen goes up for a layup against Louisville during a showdown at Duke’s Cameron Indoor Stadium.

North Carolina’s Kennedy Meeks dunks in the first half of a road game between UNC and Clemson at Littlejohn Coliseum.

North Carolina was led by Joel Berry II, Justin Jackson and Isaiah Hicks, who contributed 26, 22 and 22 points, respectively. Florida State saw productive output from guard Dwayne Bacon and freshman-sensation Jonathan Issac who put up 18 and 17 points respectively in the loss. Some games to look forward to this next week include Louisville at Florida State this Saturday, Jan. 21, at 2 p.m. in Tallahassee and Virginia at Notre Dame this Tuesday night, Jan. 17, in South Bend. In the Louisville versus Florida State game, watch for a stout defensive battle as two of the ACC’s most physical teams matchup. In what is set up to be a low scoring game, look for Florida State’s trio of Xavier RathanMayes, Bacon and Issac to try and cause havoc to the

Louisville backcourt that is without point guard Quentin Snider due to injury. This puts even more of a burden on star shooting guard Mitchell. The matchup in the paint between Louisville’s Mahmoud and Mangok Mathiang and Florida State’s Michael Ojo is one to keep your eyes out for. The matchup between Virginia and Notre Dame will be one as they are two teams with very contrasting styles of play. While the Cavaliers will try and slow the game down and keep it low scoring—through the hard nosed defense of London Perrentes and Marial Shayok—Notre Dame’s Matt Farrell will look to facilitate the high-powered Notre Dame offense by shooting the ball well from the perimeter and finding his open teammates.

Four takeaways from win over Hurricanes Four lessons learned from the Wake Forest Demon Deacon’s win over the Miami Hurricanes BY RYAN JOHNSTON Online Managing Editor johnrc14@wfu.edu 1) ACC Slump: Much like last year, the Deacs performed very well in the non-conference portion of the schedule, and as a result the expectations in WinstonSalem were raised. Following the strong start last year, the Deacs seemed to be fatigued by the grind that is conference play and were only able to win two ACC games, against bottom dwellers NC State and Boston College. It is vital that the Deacs take advantage of the many winnable games that they are about to play. In order for this to happen, the Deacs are going to have to overcome their horrible road woes. The Deacs have not won a road ACC game since 2014 and need to show that they are capable of winning a conference game away from the Joel. Once they get one, do not be surprised if the road wins begin to pile up. 2) Super Sophomores: Sophomores John Collins, Bryant Crawford and Keyshawn Woods have really carried the load so far for the Demon Deacons. The teams sophomore stars have had flashes of greatness so far this year. Collins has proven that he can be one of the best oﬀensive big men in the country when he is able to stay out of foul trouble. Collins has become an absolute double-double

machine. Similarly, Crawford has become one of the most explosive point guards in the conference, and when he limits his turnovers — which he has done extremely well most games this year — he is hard to stop. Woods, for his part, has acted like a steady and quiet leader throughout the season. The transfer from UNC Charlotte has hit big shots when the Deacs have needed them and he has a habit for knowing when to slow the team down. If these three players continue to develop as they have the future is definitely bright for the Deacs. 3) Defense: The defense has definitely been the weak point for the Demon Deacons thus far in the season. While the Deacons can score with any team in the country, they also have the ability to let any team in the country score with them. In order to close out some of the tight games that they will inevitably have down the stretch the Deacs must be able to get key stops late in games. 4) Role Players: The Deacs certainly have a few solid role players: Brandon Childress, Dinos Mitoglou, Mitchell Wilbekin, Austin Arians and Doral Moore. Each of these players oﬀers the team valuable minutes and can explode on any given night; however, it has been rare this season for more than one of them to have a good game in the same game. If the Deacs’ could just get two or three of these players to really contribute per game, then the burden will really be lessened on players like Collins, Woods and Crawford. The Deacs’ have certainly showed flashes of excellence this season and it will be extremely interesting to see where the team is by the end of the season.

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WFU DOWNTOWN TOUR Take a look inside the brand new study spaces at Wake Forest’s Innovation Quarter that will soon become some of the best spots for Deacs’ to hit the books BY NICHOLAS DEMAYO Life Editor demanj14@wfu.edu For Wake Forest undergraduates — especially science majors — the opening of the Wake Downtown campus provides another opportunity for them to diverge from their routine and “experiment” with new study spots. Not since the opening of Farrell have Deacs’ seen such a large expansion of academic space, and never before has Wake Forest been so integrated with the WinstonSalem community. I recently took the 15 minute trip on the Wake Line shuttle to the downtown facilities to check out the new study spaces and amenities built for students at the Innovation Quarter.

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The first thing that caught my attention about the building was the number of windows. Unlike other academic buildings, except for Farrell, the Wake Downtown facilities let in an abundance of natural light. These windows deliver an amazing view of the landscaping of Bailey Park in the foreground with the skyline of Winston-Salem in the background. It connects the interior of the building to its natural surroundings and entices students to go explore those surroundings. But if you are in need to study intensely and don’t have time explore the Innovation Quarter’s urban escape from the Reynolda Campus, you can find some nice places inside to boost your focus. The building oﬀers two diﬀerent kinds of study spaces — large atrium-style rooms and quiet study rooms with deskstyle seating. The first floor gathering space boasts many couches and tables for group study, along with a sundry called “Medical Grounds.” Like Farrell Hall, this atrium airs cable television from large flat-screen televisions, providing students with a laid-back atmosphere where they can look up from their books and connect to sports and news.

The second-floor atrium beckons visitors from the main entrance with an open staircase that approaches to a circular room complete with couches, “bar-style” seating and booths. Each seat in this atrium has an easily accessible power source for charging laptops and devices, and the tables between booth seats also function as whiteboards, a fun twist that maximizes wall space for art. This part of the building is the most comfortable and surprisingly quiet. Unlike the atrium in Farrell, the flow of this second-floor study space is one that you do not feel in a slightly more intimate setting, with less of the feeling that someone will be watching you the entire time to take your seat. For the best mix of seating and seclusion for group work, however, I recommend the third-floor gathering space right outside of the medicinal chemistry labs. In this room, there are four seater tables as well as “bar-style” seating along with a kitchenette offering a microwave, coffee pot and refrigerator. But the best part about this room is the huge panoramic window that looks out over Bailey Park and onto the skyline of Winston-Salem. Besides BB&T Ballpark, no other building in Winston-Salem was designed with a better view in mind. Senior Mia Harris agreed as she visited Wake Downtown for the first time. “I would definitely study here again,” Harris said. “It is quiet, the lighting is great and Winston Hall is not the inviting place for biology majors to get stuff done, so I would like to explore this option more.” It is true that the new Wake Downtown campus provides a better environment for science majors and medical school students than other Reynolda Campus buildings. The labs and classrooms provide a needed update to science department facilities along with an emphasis on putting the best Windows technology in each classroom. Sophomore Kira Sims assists in research at the Innovation Quarter. “I love the new labs and study spaces,” Sims said, “and the chance to interact with Wake Forest medical school students is definitely a unique opportunity at this campus.”

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For non-science majors, the Wake Forest Downtown campus still oﬀers unique study spaces that make the short trip from the Reynolda Campus worthwhile. A large quiet-study area surrounds and overlooks the main atrium of the Medical Education wing of the building. Long tables lined with swivel chairs take up most of the room, and students sit separately from one another by partitions in the desks. Each small “cubicle” of study space comes with an outlet to charge devices as well as

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suﬃcient space to spread out your stuﬀ. Another key aspect of the room is that its glass walls let in plenty of natural light and give an impression of more space in a room that is very full of desks and chairs. Also, all the students in the gathering place adhere to the “quiet study” name, a designation given to few places on the Reynolda Campus. When you are done studying at the brand-new Wake Forest Downtown facilities, all of Winston-Salem is open and easily accessible by walking. Krankies Coffee is a two-minute walk away and visible from the entrance of the new building while Camino Bakery is just a little further down Fourth Street. Other popular restaurants on Trade Street are also within walking distance and no more than a 10-minute walk. Also, food trucks often park outside of the Innovation Quarter so that grabbing a quick bite to eat while waiting for the shuttle ride back to campus is easy. Overall, Wake Forest’s new campus in Downtown Winston-Salem gives all students and not just science majors a reason to go out and explore the community. With its location near to many eateries and its availability of both group study space and quiet study areas, the new campus might just be the next one-stop shop for Deacs’ preparing for their midterm exams.

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Album Review | Divide

Ed Sheeran returned to the spotlight with “Shape ofYou” and “Castle on the Hill” this month BY CALEB WOODY Contributing Writer woodcw16@wfu.edu

After a year-long hiatus from the public’s eye and social media, Ed Sheeran is back with his third album to date. ÷ (Divide) is the name of this year’s work, following the same mathematical formula as his two previous albums X (Multiply) and + (Plus). It seems while he was working on this year’s album he also picked up some new and effective marketing techniques. Back in December of 2016, the theories began circulating about the artist’s return to the public after a cryptic tweet by Sheeran containing nothing but a blue square. Next, starting on Jan. 2, Snapchat released two new snapchat filters that featured snippets of the album’s two lead singles “Shape of You” and “Castle on a Hill” to surprise fans. These singles were later dropped on iTunes and Spotify on Jan. 6. Almost overnight “÷” was a massive critical and popular success. Debuting in the U.K. Billboard Hot 100 in the Top 1 (Shape) and 2 (Castle) spots, the songs have over 225 thousand and 190 thousand downloads respectively since their debut and are set to break into the American Billboard top 10 list by Jan. 28. Speaking now about the songs themselves, we can see a distinct tone change from Sheeran’s previous album, X.

“Shape of You” has all the ingredients to be a leading, No. 1 pop song. In fact, it’s so good I am already feeling sad about how sick I will eventually get of the song, after hearing it on every station for the next six months. With his catchy looping guitar, a trick he perfected in +, we see a much different musical side of Sheeran. Combined with the tropical-house style flourish such as the light marimba, this is made clear as ever. Rather than crooning sweet nothings as he did with “Photograph,” “Tenerife Sea” and Grammy-winning “Thinking Out Loud” he spices things up with lyrics like “last-night you were in my room/now my bed sheets smell like you” and “boy let’s Album artwork courtesy of iTunes not talk too much/grab on my waist and Ed Sheeran released two new singles put that body on me.” to promote his new album “Divide.” Here we see Sheeran’s transition from red-haired heart throb to a man who goes The title of the song is derived from to clubs and can (apparently) write prothe ancient castle located in the center miscuous music. What’s most notable about the song is the poppy tropical in- of Sheeran’s hometown, whose shadow fluence that is noted in the song’s melody. he fondly sings about playing in. With This out-of-character touch makes sense relatable, heartfelt, almost Springsteenonce you realize that Sheeran had origi- esque lyrics, this is the song you will nally been writing the song for Rihanna scream in a packed arena of Sheeran fans at a sold out concert as you remember before keeping it for himself. “Castle on a Hill” is dramatically dif- what it was like to be nine years old ferent and strikes equally powerful but again. All in all, ÷ is an exciting addition to very different chords with the audience. Sheeran teams up with Benny Sheeran’s discography showing his musiBlanco again, whom fans may remem- cal talent stemming far outside of acousber as the producer on Sheeran’s 2014 tic ballads. However, die-hard fans must be patient. single “Don’t.” Rather than a bass-fueled rhythm however, “Castle” delivers a The album releases in about two months, soaring guitar anthem with raw, nostal- on March 3, but preorders have been gic lyrics that take the listener back to open to the public since Jan. 13. This is Sheeran’s childhood in the small British one album that I am definitely excited to hear. suburb of Framlingham.

Humor Column | Recruitment Week

Recruitment mirrors high school tryouts

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Recruitment week was weirdly similar to tryouts for Varsity cheerleading in high school

Drink of the Week

BY RAVEN MCCORKLE Staff Writer mccorc16@wfu.edu

Chocolate Milk

Recruitment Week: it’s stressful, fun and exciting. However, there is something else that is oddly familiar about it. Between all of the yelling, chanting, crying and matching outfits, it’s no wonder I was having flashbacks to my high school cheerleading tryouts. On the first day of recruitment, my GRC gave to me… a white t-shirt that matched everyone else’s. Now, I don’t know how many people have actually ever tried out for their high school cheerleading team, but if you did, you probably remember the dreaded white t-shirt. During the first day of recruitment, looking around at all of the girls who were dressed identically, I could not help but feel as if we were once again competing for the coveted spots on the varsity cheerleading team. The next similar aspect was the chanting. When I arrived at my first party, I really did not expect the people yelling in my face. It was loud, energetic and totally surprising. In fact, I jumped when I first

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With its white t-shirt and the chants, sorority recruitment hauntingly reminds Wake Forest ladies of the tearful high school days of cheerleading tryouts. heard the ones that were so similar to the chants heard at a home football game. Much like a tryout week, I could not sleep after the first night of recruitment. Try as I might, the chants kept replaying in my head, over and over. “Chi O! Red hot,” the perfect spelling of Delta Zeta, and “all the best go ADPi” kept me awake. During recruitment, there were many tears — both good and bad — that were shed. This is another similarity between high school cheerleading tryouts and recruitment; all of the estrogen that filled the rooms combined to create an emotion-filled weekend. I remember crying during almost every one of my

high school tryouts, either from stress or from the joy that the week was over. If you want to stress out a teenage girl, put her through cheerleading tryouts… or recruitment. They are basically the same thing. Although there are many similarities between high school cheerleading tryouts and sorority recruitment, the best is the overwhelming sense of pride felt at the end. Whether that be pride for the school you are representing, or pride for the sisters you now get to share, both experiences tend to leave you happy that it is over, but nonetheless thankful it happened.

1 part chocolate powder 1 part 2 percent milk Possibly the most underrated beverage of our time, the average glass of chocolate milk has less sugar than fruit juice and as much calcium and protein as a normal glass of milk Enjoy!

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TV Review | Sherlock

Sherlock season four revives fan base WARNING: SPOILERS. After a three-year hiatus, Sherlock finally released season four, to the delight of the show’s longtime fans. BY JULIA HAINES Life Editor hainjm15@wfu.edu

To say that this month’s release of BBC’s “Sherlock” season four has been long awaited would be quite the understatement. It has been nearly three years since the last regular-season episode first aired. To put this in perspective, since then, Zayn Malik left One Direction, How I Met Your Mother released its last episode, and Kim and Kanye got married. So it’s been a while. Although I think that the statute of limitations on whether a show or movie will be “worth the wait” expires at two years — especially when the wait is preceded by a killer cliff hanger — season four has reminded me why I bothered to remain a fan in the first place. Episode one, “The Six Thatchers,” carried fans through a series of crimes comparable to those solved by Sherlock and Watson in the first and second seasons. Viewers are easily lured into a false sense of security, believing that, for once, Sherlock is not being directly threatened by criminals, and is instead serving as an innocent aid to justice on the streets of modern London. However, through a labyrinth of coincidences, clues and red herrings only noticed on the second or third viewing of the episode, it is revealed that an acquaintance of Sherlock, and Sherlock himself, are indeed directly linked to the very crimes they were trying to solve. The second episode of the season, “The Lying Detective,” starts out more like a soap opera than

the usual dramatic mystery viewers are used to being thrown into. Consequences not totally resolved from the first episode are carried over and delay Sherlock’s next criminal case. I know I am not alone in that I sat for almost an hour completely confused. I had enough curiosity and anxiety to keep me engaged for the majority of this episode. However, I think that the writers overestimated the wit of the viewers with this one. The conclusion of the episode makes sense of the previously confusing series of events, but not in time to save me from the feeling that I must have blinked and missed something crucial. As is the case with most Sherlock episodes, I wanted to immediately rewind and look back at all of the subtle clues that I know I missed. The writers have a talent for hiding clues in plain sight, with a big reveal at the end during which viewers experience an “ah-ha” moment and the urge to watch every remaining episode in slow motion, so as to absorb every minute detail. Although the second episode made me feel as if the plotline itself was the real mystery, the last 20 minutes tied everything together and left me astounded at how the writers, yet again, hid everything in such obvious, yet obscure, plain sight. The third and final episode of the season, “The Final Problem,” resurrected characters from three years ago, while revealing an unexpected puppet master responsible for a theme which has continued in episodes since season two. I hope the rumors about season four being the finale of the show are false. However, I am suspicious that the conclusion of episode three didn’t push viewers off a cliff of unresolved plot lines, instead leaving our favorite dynamic duo sitting and seeming suspiciously peaceful in 221B Baker Street. I am looking forward to the possibility of season five, even if it doesn’t hit screens until 2019.

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The fourth season of Sherlock finally returned to BBC this January, after season three ended in 2013. I would give the fourth season of Sherlock a 9/10, with a point deduction for the three-year hiatus between seasons and the hour I spent questioning my own personal mental capabilities in the second episode. Overall, the show remains a steady favorite of mine, and the true talent of the writers for Sherlock is anything but elementary, my dear Watson.

Restaurant Review | Cin Cin Burger Bar

Cin Cin Burger Bar offers unique take on 1920’s classics A modern twist on the 1920’s Speakeasies, Cin Cin Burger Bar has a wide variety of mixed drinks and milkshakes for all ages BY NICOLE LOFFREDO Contributing Writer loffn16@wfu.edu

Cin Cin Burger Bar is the perfect mix of a fun atmosphere, unique decorations and most importantly, amazing food. This cool new restaurant is the newest of the Michael Restaurant Family Group trio, all located in the Piedmont-Triad area of Winston-Salem. Inspired by the era of prohibition, Cin Cin tries to model a speakeasy from that time period. The restaurant is decorated with photos from this time. It is painted bright red, a color which perfectly fits the desired mood. The menu features a modern take on 1920’s favorite drinks such as “The West End” or “The Goofy Mule.” It is also filled with a variety of delicious options such as burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads and typical entrées. However, nothing on the menu at Cin Cin Burger Bar is served in a typical or ordinary fashion. The restaurant takes several normal food items, such as burgers and chicken sandwiches, and puts a unique spin on them. Most of the food items are also named after iconic literature and themes from that genera-

“Turkey Trot,” which was a turkey burger topped with pineapple, coconut and honey-chipotle-barbecue sauce. It was the perfect mix of sweet, savory and refreshing. Being from the North, the most interesting thing on the menu for my family and me was the “Flappers Chicken and Waffles.” This traditional southern food was served with powdered sugar, butter and maple syrup. They also had “Chicken Waffle Pops” where they dipped the chicken into the waffle mix and cooked it with a maple glaze. Both exceeded expectations and were as memorable as the 1920’s itself. The most interesting thing about the menu and possibly the whole restaurant were the shakes. There were three different categories of shakes, “Wet Adult Shakes,” “Artisan Shakes” and “Dry Shakes.” Both the “Wet Adult” and “Artisan” shakes are alcoholic, creating an “older version” of the fun shakes of our childhood. The “Dry” shakes are every child’s dream. They mix Natalie Wilson/ Old Gold &Black every type of sugar known into one to create a drink Cin Cin Burger Bar recently opened and fea- suited for Buddy the Elf. Each one of the shakes have tures a 1920’s theme with unusual menu options. fun names, such as the “Wet Bonnie & Clyde” and the ‘YiaYia’s Secret” to go along with their sugary, coltion, primarily the “Great Gatsby” to add to the Lost orful ingredients. The shakes are the perfect addition or dessert to the unforgettable meal customers can get Generation vibe. My family took my friends and I to Cin Cin Burger at this restaurant. If you want to travel back in time to one of the most Bar and showed up not knowing anything about the beloved generations while having a great meal, Cin place. We were pleasantly surprised. Instead of a normal turkey burger, I ordered the Cin Burger Bar is the place for you.

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Kassie Nielsen Freshman “i put the go in ‘gonia.”

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Abby Petho Sophomore “They are so comfy.”

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Top Ten Albums of 2016 Wake Radio recommends that you check out these albums from last year BY TOMMY FITZGERALD Staff Writer fitztj15@wfu.edu 10. clipping. - Splendor and Misery 2016 was quite the year for this experimental hiphop group. Lead vocalist and rapper Daveed Diggs, hot off of his portrayal as Lafayette in the wildly successful Broadway musical Hamilton, released two EPs this year. Wriggle, a filthy, S&M inspired joyride, and Splendor and Misery, the first album’s polar opposite. This hiphop space opera infuses equal elements of prog-rock and slave spirituals, telling the story of the lone survivor of a slave uprising on a spaceship. It’s as rewarding to listen to as it is obtuse, and should be right up the alley for anybody looking for theatrical, lyrically dense rap music. 9. Kanye West - The Life of Pablo

at 4 a.m. excited about this album, and if that doesn’t excite you, I don’t know what will.

5. Danny Brown - Atrocity Exhibition

Danny Brown could rap over the sound of a can opener and it would still sound amazing. The drug-fueled highs of his last two records come crashing down around Danny Brown as his signature nasally flows bounce and rock over an impressive range of beats from a large number of big-name producers. In the end, Atrocity Exhibition lives up to its name perfectly — a hellish succession of song’s from rap’s most interesting weirdo.

So much has been said about this album already, another review of it only seems pointless. Multiple delays, name changes and song lineups characterize what is ultimately an album as beautifully flawed as its production. Tracks such as “Famous” and “Ultralight Beam” are personal, raw and fitting for a man on his seventh album in the public eye. Kanye said it best himself: “name one genius that ain’t crazy.”

2. David Bowie- Blackstar When an artist, especially one as prolific as David Bowie, releases an album and dies two days later, you better pay attention to his final work. This album is creepy, it’s sprawling and I would expect nothing less from one of the greatest artists ever to walk this earth. Album artwork courtesy of iTunes Over seven colossal tracks, Bowie discusses themes of death, space and the infinite, which are fitting topics. The man himself delivers a dramatic, ethereal performance, especially on tracks like “Lazarus.” If you enjoyed any of David Bowie’s past works, this album will act as a final act of closure for the life of a great man. 1. Frank Ocean - Blond

8. Jeff Rosenstock - Worry. Considered an “elder statesman” and legend of the punk community, Jeff Rosenstock dropped one more album in 2016 to make sure that we don’t forget it. Worry touches upon the fiery pop-punk sensibilities that made Rosenstock’s past two solo projects so memorable, but refines them and spans a larger range of sounds while doing it. It isn’t preoccupied with the faux gravitas that most modern punk seems to be obsessed with, and is all the better for it.

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7. Pinegrove - Cardinal

4. Car Seat Headrest - Teens of Denial

Cardinal is the only album I listened to this year that brought me to tears upon finishing it. On their first full length album, Pinegrove polish songs from their early demos and add new ones to create a familiar, lived in sound. The album’s mix of folk, country and rock music makes for a potent, emotional listening experience that is unlike any other album released last year.

One of the few straight rock records worth listening to last year, Teens of Denial is Car Seat Headrest’s 12th album to date. The opening track, “Fill in the Blanks” is an anthem for the disillusioned, and delivers its message with one of my new favorite chorus hooks of all time. Rife with punchy lyrics, slamming guitar riffs and sing-along choruses, this album still feels like it was made by a band in its prime.

6. Chance the Rapper - Coloring Book

3. Childish Gambino - Awaken My When Chance the Rapper said “let’s Love! do a good-a** job on Chance 3,” it was not just a clever line on the opening Coming right smack in the midof The Life of Pablo, it was a promise dle of what some are calling a reof things to come. The Chicago native naissance of funk and soul music, came through with his most joyous, Donald Glover, alias Childish Gamwell-produced, and star-studded release bino, released a convincing work to yet. Swelling choirs and horn sections cement that renaissance as a true by The Social Experiment make every movement happening in music toAlbum artwork courtesy of iTunes song feel like the warmest, happiest day. Awaken My Love! is a raw, excitSunday church service. The albums religious overing piece of music that contains Glover’s most jarring tones do not hamper down Chance’s message, but in fact and smooth work to date. It’s an album that wears its enhance it. Even if you dislike gospel music, this album influences (Bootsie Collins, Sly and the Family Stone, is worth a listen. Parliament Funkadelic) on its sleeve. Questlove woke up

The leadup to this album has been one of the most drawn-out and mysterious in recent memory. Blond is a concept album that is as sonically lush as it is melancholically written. Upon first listen, you can definitely hear that this is the work of a man who has taken his time. It is surprisingly subdued for a modern R&B record. Those expecting another Channel Orange will be initially disappointed, since where the last record was extravagant, Blond is minimalist. It relies less on vocal pyrotechnics and decadent beats, choosing instead to let raw feeling and glamour convey the same ideas. You would be remiss if you were to skip this album, as it will most likely be talked about for many months to come. Frank Ocean has truly created something special and to forgo it is to ignore one of the largest cultural phenomena of the last year.

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