February 28, 2012

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Vol. 86 No. 37

Pi Kappa Alpha receives two-year suspension

by ANNE BUIE Senior News Reporter

The Iota Psi chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity received a two-year suspension from the university Monday, according to a news release from the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership.

The chapter was suspended for a hazing incident that took place during the fall 2011 semester, ac-

cording to the release.

The Appalachian State University Code of Student Conduct prohibits hazing, which it defines as “the intentional commission of an act, by an individual or a group, of physically abusing or harassing another person or creating a situation which produces physical harm or discomfort, severe emotional distress, embarrassment or ridicule of another person.”

“We don’t like to suspend or

remove recognition from any organization, but we do have a clear set of expectations that we expect everyone to adhere to,” said Kyle Jordan, assistant director for fraternity and sorority life.

For the next two years, both the university and its Interfraternity Council will no longer recognize Pi Kappa Alpha as a student organization.

However, the international fraternity will continue to recognize

In the face of criticism, ASG meets to discuss improvements

the Iota Psi chapter.

“We cannot inhibit their ability,” Jordan said. “They can still independently recruit, but they won’t be able to advertise on our campus. They’re still in operation, but they are not recognized by the university during the term of their suspension.”

Pi Kappa Alpha is the third fraternity to lose campus recognition during the 2011-12 academic year.

Both Lambda Chi Alpha and Pi

Kappa Phi lost recognition early in the fall semester, The Appalachian reported Sept. 19.

Pi Kappa Alpha will be eligible for re-recognition by the university in the spring of 2014.

Vann McDuffie, president of the Iota Psi chapter, did not respond to repeated requests for comment.

International representatives of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity also did not respond to requests for comment.

Dance Marathon

What is the Association of Student Governments?

by ANNE BUIE Senior News Reporter

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n the wake of criticism from the UNC system’s flagship institution, the Association of Student Governments met this weekend to discuss improvements to the organization.

In a recent campus-wide referendum issued by their student congress, students at UNCChapel Hill voted to maintain the university’s ASG membership, which is supported by a $1 fee paid by each student. An opposing vote would have made the university the only institution in the UNC system not actively participating in ASG, though students would still have to pay the annual $1 fee.

ASG delegates from all 17 UNC system institutions met Friday and Saturday at UNC-Greensboro and N.C. A&T to discuss a variety of organizational changes, including the possibility of altering the qualifications necessary to run for president or senior vice president.

Since 2008, executive officers have been ineligible for the positions. A change in eligibility would increase transparency and communication, ASG President Atul Bhula said.

Other topics of discussion included a potential change in the number of delegates and implementation of staggered committee meetings.

Currently, each committee meets at the same time during ASG’s monthly meetings, which makes membership in multiple committees impossible.

“Presidents have a lot of information that their delegates may not be privy to,” Bhula said. “Rather than delegate to other people, it’d be better if we could have the presidents weigh in on decisions. The availability of having our representatives hearing multiple conversations rather than just one would help.”

ASG has been heavily criticized - a fact its members are aware of, Appalachian State University Student Body President Lauren Estes said.

“Progress is made in ASG, but the prog-

ASG brings together delegates from the 17 UNC system institutions at monthly meetings on rotating campuses. The organization’s most recent coverage in The Appalachian revolved around its “Cuts Hurt” Twitter campaign against budget reductions.

Member Organizations: (17) Appalachian State, East Carolina, Elizabeth City State, Fayetteville State, N.C. A&T, N.C. Central, N.C. School of Science and Math, N.C. State, UNC School of the Arts, UNCA, UNC, UNCC, UNCG, UNCp, UNCW, Western Carolina, Winston Salem State Divisions: Academic & Student Affairs, Finance & Administration, Governmental Operations & Community Services, Information Technology, Legislative & Public Affairs, Research & Development

ress is counterproductive,” Estes said. “There’s a severe lack of communication and transparency, there’s a surplus in the budget and there’s not a whole lot of innovation in policy.”

Bhula, a graduate business administration student at Appalachian, created a task force to examine the effectiveness of the organization. The task force was part of Bhula’s platform as he campaigned for his position this year.

“We wanted to look into ASG and its past and future,” Bhula said. “We want to see where it’s evolved to, compared to the past.

We wanted to know if we’re doing too much or if we’re doing too little.”

The task force is evaluating various aspects of the organization, including committees, the general assembly, executive divisions, meeting structure, attendance, finances and general publicity. Members of the task force, which is chaired by UNC-Chapel Hill Student Body President Mary Cooper, will meet March 31 to continue their discussion.

Sarah Stidham | The Appalachian

Senior marketing major Logan Parce shows off his moves at the ASU Dance Marathon. The 15-hour dance party, located at Legends, raised money for the Children's Miracle Network, Western Youth Network and Parent to Parent Family Support Network. For more about the ASU Dance Marathon, see page 3.

SGA Candidates 2012-13 Jake Cox (Pres.)

SGA director of International and Environmental Affairs "We want to make an impact.We're both on cabinet and we see that potential. We want to continue to exceed that potential."

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Eric Barnes (Vice Pres.)

SGA director of Legislative Operations

Evan Freemyer (Pres.)

Bobby Lee (Vice Pres.)

OffCampus senator

OffCampus senator

"Appalachian is our home. We want to help be the voice of the students and help make changes students want to see. We want to use SGA to make a difference for students now and in the future."

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Infographic by Hannah Pomphrey | The Appalachian

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"Chelsey and I are passionate about getting students involved in the Student Government Association, and the students are the foundation of this university," -Hatley

Chelsey Hanna (Vice Pres.)

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Candidates filed Friday for the 2012-13 SGA Election. Limited campaign period begins Feb. 28. SGA will hold its debate March 20.

Community reacts to influx of chain businesses Post Office asks students

by EMMALEE ZUPO

Senior Lifestyles Reporter

Boone looks a little different these days. Once a small town full of community businesses, the area is now filling with franchises and chains.

Within the last five to six years, an influx of chain restaurants have opened in Boone, Chamber of Commerce President Dan Meyer said.

From the opening of restaurants like Five Guys Burgers and Fries to the slated arrival of Cracker Barrel and a full Starbucks Coffee in Harris Teeter, the trend is continuing.

And the most probable explanation lies in the continued growth of the area.

In Boone, demand for chains is driven in part by the growing student population, Boone Town Councilman Andy Ball

said.

“I think the chain restaurants are definitely establishing themselves here for the student base,” Ball said. “I don’t think there is a strong demand from the local community.”

Some think the growth of franchised businesses is a positive development.

Senior pre-professional biology major Anthony Mayen is one of them.

“I think it’s good that the town’s developing - I think it should,” Mayen said. “It’s getting bigger, so it’s going to need to accommodate the larger population.”

Ben McKethan, general manager of the Courtyard Marriott that features the town’s first Starbucks, noted some general benefits of the new developments.

“Franchises, overall, bring notoriety to a community,” McKethan said.

“It brings jobs, which is

to opt out of mailboxes

by ABBI PITTMAN

Intern News Reporter

Jessica Schreck | The Appalachian

New franchise restaurants are opening in Boone and competing with local restaurant owners for business.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries was welcomed onto the scene earlier this week, and Cracker Barrel is under construction on 321 at the former location of the Mountain House.

very important to our community and it certainly encourages competition, which is always good.”

Others aren’t a fan of the new establishments.

“I am a huge advocate for small, local businesses,

especially the cultural ones we have in Boone,” sophomore sustainable development major Avery Snipes said. “So to see the pull away from that is really see Chains, page 2

The University Post Office is running out of student mailboxes due to growth in enrollment.

The post office had been accommodating growth by adding new mailboxes, said Greg Foster, the post office’s support services supervisor. But recently, limited space and funding have halted expansion.

“We just don’t have any place to put more mailboxes,” Foster said.

The post office was able to provide a mailbox for every student until last year, when enrollment increases left 239 students—mostly freshmen and transfers— without one.

Foster identified and removed students who had not returned to Appalachian but were still in the post office’s system,

ultimately freeing up the 239 mailboxes needed. The process was messy but not necessarily problematic, he said. Most students were only without a mailbox during the first week of classes.

This year, while the post office assigned mailboxes to incoming freshmen, the staff noticed that over 300 students would have to wait for their mailbox. Foster then decided to let students opt out of having a mailbox.

Students who choose to opt out have to meet three criteria: they must live off campus, they cannot receive a paycheck from the university and they must be enrolled at Appalachian.

Students who choose to opt out can do so on Appalnet, by selecting the “Personal Information” tab nested under the “Self Service tab,” clicking the “ASU see Mailboxes, page 2

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The Perp Report

News

Police reports from Appalachian State University’s campus Source: ASU Police

Feb. 19 12:26 a.m. | Arrest Eggers Residence Hall Someone was arrested for underage consumption of alcohol.

9:08 p.m. | Arrest Eggers Residence Hall Someone was arrested for underage possession of alcohol.

11:36 p.m. | Vandalism Rankin Parking Lot Someone reported criminal damage to property.

Feb. 20 2:15 p.m. | Vandalism

Doughton Residence Hall Someone reported criminal damage to property.

2:22 p.m. | Report ASU campus Someone reported lost property.

9:43 p.m. | Larceny Broyhill Music Center Someone reported a larceny. Further investigation is ongoing.

a threatening email.

Further investigation is ongoing.

Feb. 22 11:58 p.m. | Harassment Appalachian Panhellenic Hall Someone was arrested for communicating threats.

Feb. 23 8:06 p.m. | Assault Belk Residence Hall Someone reported a Feb. 21 11:16 a.m. | Harassment simple physical assault.

Coltrane Residence Hall Further investigation is ongoing.

Someone reported

Chains

Continued from page 1 unfortunate...to see business and culture taken away, that would be really unfortunate.”

Many of the small businesses Snipes referenced have organized through Boone Independent Restaurants, a group that was established last summer.

John Pepper, whose family runs Pepper’s Restaurant, is one of the founders of the organization. He said it was created partly in response to the growth of chain restaurants.

“We don’t want to attack them and what they’re doing, but we do want to promote ourselves heavily and differentiate ourselves,” Pepper said. “We want

to bring to light how our businesses make Boone unique.”

For now, that means increasing efforts to incorporate local foods and products in participating restaurants’ menus and organizing charity events.

All support or opposition aside, the town of Boone cannot deny corporate businesses from developing. The North Carolina Business Corporation Act, chapter 55 of the North Carolina General Statutes, states that a certificate of existence allowing a corporation to do business in an area must be provided to any corporation that applies for one.

Essentially, the only limits a town can provide relate to building standards and aesthetics, Ball said.

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WASU gets third try at Woodie Award

by MADISON FISLER

Intern News Reporter

Appalachian State University’s recently renamed radio station, 90.5 WASU: The App, is trying once again to win the mtvU College Radio Woodie Award.

WASU is currently one of 25 finalists for the award, which is given to rising artists, bands and college radio stations around the country.

The station has vied for the award three times and, this year, is seeking further outside support from students and the community “Our DJs, friends and fans have been helping out through spreading the word, sharing it on Facebook and

Twitter, passing out fliers and of course voting,” Promotions Director Courtney Armstrong said.

The College Radio Woodie, given to the college station with the most votes gained via an online voting page, would expose Appalachian as an up-and-coming campus for new artists, said Armstrong, a senior electronic media broadcasting major.

The station has vied for the award three times and each time made it to this level of the finals. Last year, WASU took second, winning the Shoulda Coulda Woodie Award.

In addition to competing for its first Woodie Award,

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Continued from page 1 Box Opt-Out” link and checking a confirmation box.

Many students, especially upperclassmen, check their mailboxes rarely, Foster said.

Several mailboxes are stuffed full of mail

WASU has continued its efforts toward re-branding the station. It officially launched its new name, “The App,” last Tuesday and is altering content by adding more classic, mainstream bands to its lineup, Armstrong said.

So far, students seem to like the new brand, DJ Jeff Peterson said.

“We’ve received mostly positive feedback about the change thus far,” said Peterson, a junior public relations major.

Voting for the top 25 ended Monday at noon and finalists will be announced Tuesday at 4 p.m.

For more information, visit mtv.com/ontv/woodieawards/2012.

from over a year ago, and Foster has found live paychecks in the boxes of students who have graduated.

So far, around 350 students have opted out. Foster said he hopes to free up 2,000 to 3,000 mailboxes, which would prevent further issues with assigning boxes for four to five years.

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Counseling Center host eating disorder awareness week

Online Photo Galleries: Lucky Penny Fashion Show & Dance Marathon

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Schedule of Events: Ongoing: -The Great Jeans Give Away, Monday through Friday, 10 to 4 p.m., Plemmons Student Union Monday, Feb. 27: -Screening of “Killing Us Softly 4: How Advertising Impacts Body Image,” 12 to 1 p.m., PSU’s Linville Falls Room Tuesday, Feb. 28: -Feel Beautiful in One Hour workshop, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., PSU’s Linville Falls Room -A New Spin on Exercise spin class, 7 to 8 p.m., PSU’s Mount Mitchell Life Fitness Centre Wednesday, Feb. 29: -Real Bodies, Real Stories panel discussion, 5:30 to 7 p.m., PSU’s Table Rock Room Thursday, March 1: -Ten Healthy Ways to Destress, 12 to 2 p.m., PSU’s Calloway Peak Room -Screening of “Miss Representation,” 7 to 9 p.m., Belk Library 114 Friday, March 2 -A New Spin on Exercise spin class, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., Mt Mitchell Life Fitness Centre

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Dance Marathon returns to App State

by KATIE REULE

Appalachian State University’s Counseling Center began a week of awareness for eating disorders Monday and a variety of events and information sessions will fill the rest of the week.

“Our idea with this week is to really promote confidence and help people realize their own value that really has nothing to do with a number on a scale,” said Denise Lovin, a psychologist with the Counseling Center.

During the week, the Women’s Center and the Eating Disorders Awareness Week Planning Committee will have a contact table set up in Plemmons Student Union.

Students will also have the opportunity to attend a variety of events, like the Great Jeans Give Away, A New Spin On Exercise, a film screening of “Miss Representation” and more.

The Great Jeans Away offers students the opportunity to get rid of jeans that no longer fit and receive coupons to King Street businesses Anna Banana’s and Gladiola Girls.

The idea is to promote embracing “the person that you are now and not the person that you used to be,” Mental Health Ambassadors President Kathryn Brown said.

In addition to the scheduled events, lifesized Barbie and G.I. Joe dolls will be on display in the Student Recreation Center.

Lovin said the display is meant to “point out the unrealistic image that we have for men and women and our bodies and the idea that we sometimes torture ourselves to look a way that isn’t real.”

Each component of the week is designed to explore the complex nature of body image and eating disorders.

“I think a lot of times, we put our expectations of a disorder in a little box and it’s not as simple as that little box,” Mental Health Ambassadors Vice-President Cecilee Stephens said. “Eating disorder awareness expands to exercise awareness and body talk awareness.”

For more information, visit counseling.appstate.edu/

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Sarah Stidham | The Appalachian

Junior management major Douglas Parker gets his groove on at the ASU Dance Marathon Saturday in Legends.

How App’s Dance Marathon stacks up...

Dance Marathon is a huge movement nationally. At some schools, funds raised reach eight figures - the largest, at Penn State, brought in over $10 million this year. To see how Appalachian’s marathon compares, we checked with some of the university’s peer institutions - an official list of organizations similar to Appalachian based on a variety of factors, including size.

University of Northern Iowa.................... $56,473 (2012) College of Charleston..............................$36,126 (2012) Towson University...................................$16,000 (2010) Minnesota State University - Mankato.......$9,300 (2012) Sources: irap.appstate.edu/pagesmith/63, twitter.com/cofcdm, mnsu. edu/media/newsletter, hopkinschildrens.org, unidancemarathon.com

oth registration and participation were up at this year’s Dance Marathon, which took place from 11 a.m. Saturday to 2 a.m.

Sunday.

Four-hundred students registered for the event and around 300 attended, compared to 200 registrations and 150 in attendance last year, Dance Marathon Coordinator A.J. Anglim said.

The participants, who crowded the dance floor for a total of 15 hours, raised $25,442 for three sponsored organizations: Parent to Parent, Western Youth Network and Children’s Miracle Network.

For the second year in a row, the Chancellor’s Cup went to the Service and Leadership Residential Learning Community.

“It was an honor to win,” said Nicole Salmon, who danced for the Service and Leadership RLC. “I felt proud because I know my floor is capable of a lot and seeing it in work was awesome. It was kind of a legacy and we wanted to step it up, like last year’s floor.”

Students who participated in the marathon were given time to meet children and families who have benefited from the sponsored organizations. Which, provided a firsthand look at the needs of the three nonprofits who tend to lose funding when the economy struggles.

“They tell us every year that they lose money to budget

cuts,” said Lisa Horvath, who danced for Gamma Beta Phi. “Especially in western North Carolina, we need these organizations. They give back to the families and kids that really do need it. Even if it’s not a lot, we’re able to give something to these organizations.”

At the marathon, dancers are only allowed to sit down during the two provided meals. For the rest of the 15hour period, they were encouraged to keep standing and keep dancing. The long duration is meant to mirror the obstacles faced by the children who benefit - many of whom are suffering the effects of illness or tragedy.

“We want the dancers - in a fun way - to experience what these kids go through,” Anglim said. “It’s why we challenge the dancers with the 15hour marathon.”

For many students, the charitable effects of the event are the entire reason to attend.

“I wouldn’t have come if the money wasn’t going to charity,” freshman psychology major Breckyn Ely said. “It’s 15 hours of standing on your feet and dancing until you collapse.

You have to be enthusiastic about a cause to do this.”

Appalachian State University’s first Dance Marathon took place in 2004, when Western Youth Network and Parent to Parent approached Appalachian and the Community Together (ACT) and offered their support. This year, after a continued conversation with ACT, Children’s Miracle Network was added as a sponsored organization.

River Whyless returns to Legends under new identity

by MICHAEL BRAGG Lifestyles Editor

For the first time as River Whyless, the band formerly known as Do it to Julia will kick off its national tour Thursday night at Legends with Little Tybee.

“Boone was our birthplace and we always like to start any tour with a morale booster,” River Whyless guitarist and vocalist Ryan O’Keefe said.

River Whyless formed under the name Do it to Julia while its members were attending Appalachian State University.

Since then, the folk band has picked up and moved to Asheville, changing both its name and sound.

“We all matured a little bit and Do it to Julia was a great time period of our lives,” O’Keefe said. “But this time around, we felt like we were a different band, creating different music, and just kind of wanted to start with a new name.”

The creation process for the band’s latest album, “A Stone, A Leaf, An Unfound Door,” involved band members picking up and going to Massachusetts to record on their own for the first time.

“We really wanted to do this ourselves,” O’Keefe said. “One reason was because we don’t have a ton of money and it would be

cheaper to go at this ourselves, but I think the main reason was that we’re kind of the type of band who likes to take the time in writing and experimenting.”

O’Keefe said the band is ready to return to Legends and release its new CD in physical format.

“We released it digitally at the beginning of January and we haven’t played any shows, so Legends won’t only be the first show of the tour but also of the new album,” he said.

Photo courtesy of River Whyless Little Tybee is an Atlanta-based group. The band has played with River Whyless (formerly Do it to Julia), a four River Whyless before at Boone Sa- piece Asheville-based band, is returning to loon and members are looking for- Boone in March. ward to spending a nearly 40-city tour with the band. attended was a Do it to Julia show.

“We mesh really well together,” Little Ty“Do it to Julia was the first band I ever bee guitarist and vocalist Brock Scott said. saw at Legends and it really made me want “I think they complement our sound, espe- to get into APPS, so it’s definitely a really cially our more mellow sound. It goes re- fun, high-energy show,” he said. “If you’re ally well together. They’re great people and interested in any form of folk music, then nice people and hopefully we won’t kill each this is definitely the show to come out to. I other on the road.” think [River Whyless] found a way to perLittle Tybee is currently working on its fectly capture the sound of the Appalachian third full-length album set, which will be Mountains and put it in music form.” released later this spring.

Tickets are $5 in advance for students APPS Club Council Chairperson Spen- and $7 at the door for everyone. This event cer Foster said the first Legends event he is BYOB with proper identification.

APPS hosts Techno Contra Dance Mr. Sigma Kappalachian gives stage

by MEGAN WRAPPE Lifestyles Reporter

Techno beats blasted out of Legends Thursday, but it wasn’t a rave going on inside - it was APPS’ first Techno Contra Dance.

The event was a mix of contra dancing - the hybrid of square dance, line dance and clogging that’s become popular at Appalachian and techno music.

More than 100 people attended the event, including freshman psychology major Shannon Wright.

“My first time going contra dancing was two weeks ago and I liked this dance a lot better,” she said. “Both dances are enjoyable, but I love techno music. This is a lot more fun and more

intense, but not difficult to dance to.”

The night kicked off with a beginner’s contra dance lesson at 7:30 p.m., with more advanced dancers coming in at 8 p.m. After the lessons finished up, Florida band Eye of the Monkey took the stage for a few songs. And after their set, the techno music took over.

In a swirl of neon lights, glow sticks and machinegenerated fog, students danced to remixes of Rihanna’s “We Found Love,” Lady Gaga’s “Edge of Glory” and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.”

Though there were a few experienced dancers in the crowd, most in attendance were beginners. Phrases like “I’m so sorry” and “my bad”

were common throughout the night.

“It’s funny that there are so many beginners,” Wright said. “The more experienced people are so helpful, though, so I picked everything up really quickly.”

Thursday’s dance was cosponsored by two APPS councils: Special Events and Appalachian Heritage.

It’s the first time the two councils have collaborated to host an event.

Sponsors were inspired by similar dances that have taken place in other areas, Special Events Chairperson Jeff Peterson said.

“These dances have become really popular in Asheville and I thought - why can’t we do this in Boone?” Peterson said.

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to fraternity brothers for the night

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and Alpha Phi Alpha brother James Ashley - who also won Mr. Personality.

“I feel like the highlight of the night was The Greek community of Appalachian definitely James’ step performance,” CranState University flooded I.G. Greer Au- ford said.

Senior finance and banking and risk ditorium Sunday night for Sigma Kappa’s management major John first ever Mr. Sigma KapCalloway, who received palachian competition. a booming applause for At the end of the night, “I was definitely roothis rendition of Beyonce’s Sigma Kappa had raised ing for him the entire “Single Ladies” was more $562. time because he was than happy to support “I think it exceeded all so genuinely cute.”

Sigma Kappa by particiof my expectations for pating in the event. the night,” said Taylor Samantha Williams “I did it because I love Cranford, vice-president on winner, Pi Kappa Phi Sigma Kappa and they’re of philanthropic services brother Brewer Logan an awesome sorority,” said forSigma Kappa. All Calloway, a Phi Gamma proceeds from the male Delta brother. beauty pageant will fund At the end of the night the seniors from the sorority’s philanthropic ventures.

Out of the ten contestants, who were Sigma Kappa treated the audience to some representatives from various fraternities “seniortainment” with a choreographed around campus, sophomore biology major cardio dance routine.

Cranford said the event was also meant and Pi Kappa Phi brother Brewer Logan came out on top after he performed the to bring fraternities and sororities togethBeatles’ “Blackbird” on the guitar during er.

“We wanted to include the PHC and the talent portion.

“I was definitely rooting for him the NPHC because we thought we would entire time because he was so genuinely bring in more money if we included the cute,” junior chemistry major Samantha entire Greek community and not just our sisters,” Cranford said.

Williams, said after the show.

Cranford was in charge of orchestratThe Mr. Sigma Kappalachian contestants were judged in four categories: ing Mr. Sigma Kappalachian, and with swimsuit, formal wear, interview and tal- the help of her sisters, managed to plan ent. The candidates went all out for the and produce a successful fundraiser in two talent portion, which included a Sigma months.

“We had our executive retreat and came Kappa sister getting serenaded by sophomore psychology major and a Sigma Nu up with the idea there. Last year we had a brother Tobi Olofintuyi and a step perfor- talent show so we wanted to build off of mance by junior communications major that,” Cranford said.

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Understanding Self and Others Group: Issues commonly addressed vary from depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, issues of family conflict or abuse, etc.

Students who want to resolve specific concerns as well as those seeking personal growth are welcome. This can be a good time to get peers’ perspectives on various issues, and to recognize that you are not alone. Four groups are available: Mondays 1:30-3 and 3:30-5; Tuesdays 3-4:30; Wednesday 3-4:30; Thursdays (with dog) 3-4:30; Fridays 10-11:30.

Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual Therapy Group: This group will present an opportunity for gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals to explore life challenges. It will provide a safe environment in which to address a variety of issues (e.g., coming out, spirituality, family relationships, depression, selfesteem, abuse, etc.). Goals of the group include: reducing isolation, finding support and making changes. Tuesdays 5-6:30 and Fridays 1-2:30.

Painful Pasts, Promising Futures Group: This group is designed for those who have experienced traumatic events in their lives or who come from backgrounds in which they did not feel safe. Members will learn how their past experiences and their biology are affecting their lives now. More importantly, they will learn what to do about it! Members will learn important insights about their patterns in relationships and skills to better manage their emotions and relationships.

Thursdays 3:30-5 and Fridays 3-4:30. (For information contact Amber Lyda: 262-3180 or lydaam@appstate.edu).

Transgender Therapy Group: This group is similar to the “Understanding Self and Others” group in that a variety of issues will be explored in a safe and supportive environment. Some of the issues will be unique to gender-variant students. Goals of the group include: reducing isolation, finding support and making changes. Wednesdays 4:30-6.

(For information contact Sheri Clark: 262-3180 clarksl@ appstate.edu).

WISE Women, Image, & Self Esteem: This group is designed for any woman interested in changing how she values herself. If you’d like to feel better about yourself and less controlled by appearance, food and what others think, this group may be for you. Thursdays 2-3:30 p.m. (For information contact Denise Lovin: 262-3180 or lovindm@ appstate.edu).

An Introduction to Mindfulness Group: Mindfulness involves stepping out of “auto-pilot” reactions and learning to pay more attention to our present experiences. Activities in this group will help participants cultivate a mindful approach to their lives, which can decrease stress, create emotional balance, and allow a person to take actions more in line with their values. Thursdays 2-3:30 (For information contact Chris Hogan: 262-3180 or hogancj@appstate.edu).

To get started with a Counseling Center group, come to the Counseling Center during Walk-In Clinic, call 262-3180 or visit the website for more information at www.counseling. appstate.edu. If you are interested in group but these times do not work for you, please get in touch with Chris Carden at 262-3180 or cardendc@appstate.edu.

Career resources available at ASU

Come explore the resources on campus here to assist you with your career planning and job searching needs. Is choosing a major causing you stress? The Peer Career Center can help! Choosing a major is one of the many decisions you will have to make during your college career. Do not take it lightly. The average person spends 86,000 hours working in his/her lifetime. How many hours are you going to spend choosing your career? We offer assistance in finding a major and career that matches your interests, abilities, values and experiences. Call 262-2029 to schedule an appointment or drop by our office located on the 2nd floor of the Student Union, beside McAllister’s Deli. Visit us at www.peercareer. appstate.edu. The Career Development Center offers many resources to assist you in your job and internship search skills. Career Counselors will help you build a professional resume, cover letter, and help develop your interviewing skills. Students can utilize Career Gear, (careergear.appstate.edu), our new and improved career management system, to schedule career counseling appointments, post resumes, search for jobs and internships, sign up for on campus interviews, research employers, identify employer mentors and stay up to date with career center events and fairs. Learn about all of the great resources in the CDC at careers.appstate.edu.

Free, confidential legal advice

A licensed attorney is available to answer your questions, provide advice, and make referrals. This service is offered free of charge to any Appalachian State University student.

Contact the Student Legal Clinic if you have a traffic ticket, a minor criminal charge, a question about your lease or the conditions in your off-campus apartment -- or any other issue or problem that you need legal help with. The Student Legal Clinis is located in Room 221of the Plemmons Student Union. Call (828) 262-2704 for an appointment.

It’s fast and easy! Appointments can usually be scheduled within a few days.

Financial Aid questions?

Parents and students with financial aid questions are encouraged to visit our website at financialaid.appstate.edu and their AppalNet account. The Office of Student Financial Aid is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., except for University observed holidays.

Spring Diversity Speakers Series

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All Diversity Speaker Series events are free and open to the public. The series includes: Heather’s Mommies Get Married: Homophobia, Censorship and Family Values, today in the Blue Ridge Ballroom, Plemmons Student Union, 7 p.m., author Leslea Newman. Hands on the Freedom Plow: Personal Accounts by Women in the SNCC, Tuesday, April 24, Blue Ridge Ballroom, Plemmons Student Union, 7 p.m., editors Faith Holsaert and Marsha Noonan.

Sustainability film series to begin

The sustainability film series at Appalachian State University enters the third year with films that focus on environmental and economic issues and social justice. A feature-length film will be shown in Greer Auditorium each month during spring semester. All films begin at 7 p.m. and are shown free of charge. A 30-minute panel discussion will follow. Visit www. sustain.appstate.edu/2012filmseries for more information.

Sponsors of this year’s series are the Office of Sustainable Development, Appalachian Popular Programming Society (APPS), Belk Library and Information Commons, and Appalachian’s Renewable Energy Initiative and Energy Center.

The film series schedule is as follows: March 20, “The Last Mountain”; April 17, “Wasteland”. The series is hosted by Appalachian’s Office of Sustainability and Department of Geology. For additional information about the film series, contact Brian Zimmer in the Department of Geology at zimmerbw@appstate.edu.

Demos, Free Stuff, Fun! 12-2 p.m. in the Calloway Peak Room of the Student Union. Miss Representation Film Screening, The inspiring film exposes how American youth are being sold the concept that women and girls’ value lies in their youth, beauty and sexuality. It’s time to break that cycle of mistruths. 7-9 p.m. 114 Belk Library; Friday, March 2, Barefaced and Beautiful – Spend the day with your true beauty – no make up, no fancy clothes, comfortable shoes…

Just YOU! A New Spin on Exercise – Connect to your body and mind in this energizing spin class, 12:15-1:15 in Mt Mitchell/LFC. Sponsored by the Counseling Center, Women’s Center, and the Eating Disorders Awareness Week Planning Committee

‘Leave Yosef A Legacy’

Leave Yosef A Legacy is an annual day of service event planned and sponsored by the Service and Leadership Residential Learning Community. The event will be hosted on Saturday, March 31, with check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. in Legends and the day will conclude at 2:30 p.m. in the same location. A free lunch will be served during the event and the service site locations include Habitat for Humanity, Humane Society, Farm Cafe, Horse Helpers, and Daniel Boone Gardens. To register for the event, visit http://csil. appstate.edu/lyald. If you have any questions regarding the day of service, please contact Jordan Seagraves seagravesaj@email.appstate.edu.

Counseling Center holds workshops Book signing planned The Counseling Center presents The Wellness Workshops, beginning today, 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Linvillle Falls Room of the Plemmons Student Union. The workshop is entitled “Feelin’ Good in the Neighborhood. On Monday, March 5, 12-1:30 p.m. in the Table Rock Room of Plemmons Student Union the workshop “Ask a Question, Save a Life: Suicide Prevention Training. On Thursday, March 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 6:30-7 p.m. in the Counseling Center (limit of 20 participants in each group). On April 17, 12-1 p.m. in the Table Rock Room of Plemmons Student Union, “De-Strress with Mindfulness: Intro and Practice.” Extra credit slips will be made available. For more information, contact the Counseling Center at 262-3180 or counseling.appstate.edu.

Classes set for care of daylilies

The Department of Biology will present two free classes on the selection and care of daylilies for the home landscape.

The program, “Daylilies Rich in Diversity,” will be held Saturday, March 24, from 9:30-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the department’s greenhouse at 333 Dale St. off State Farm Road. The class will be taught by Jerry Meyer, a seasoned cold climate gardener and designer, who manages the biology department’s greenhouse and conservatory. Meyer is a graduate of the environmental science program at Cornell University and the horticulture and botany programs at the University of Vermont. To reserve a space in class, email Meyer at meyerja@appstate.edu. Space is limited; first come, first served. Call 262-4025 for more information.

There are more than 60,000 named daylily varieties. Class discussion will include information on how to purchase online, plant and propagate the perennial. Classes are free, although attendees may pay an optional registration fee to help support greenhouse education efforts.

Eating disorders shown in art

The Counseling Center and the Eating Disorders Awareness Week Planning Committee present and Artwork Contest For National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Create an 8.5x11” flyer to promote eating disorder awareness, positive body image, self-acceptance, etc. The winning ad will be used to help promote October’s “Celebrate You” Month. Send your submissions to hainestl@appstate.edu

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Spring Visiting Writers to start

Novelist and memoirist Debra Monroe is the Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series’ guest author Thursday, March 8. Monroe is the author of “On the Outskirts of Normal,” “The Source of Trouble” and “Newfangled.” Monroe will present a craft talk titled “Plot Matters: In Fiction and Memoir” from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in Table Rock Room in Plemmons Student Union. Admission is free.

Poet and memoirist Toi Derricotte will read from works on Thursday, March 22. Derricotte will present the craft talk “Poetry or Prose: Rethinking the Poetic Line” from 2-3:15 p.m. in Table Rock Room in Plemmons Student Union.

Her books of poetry include “The Undertaker’s Daughter,” “Tender” and “The Black Notebooks.”

Novelist Lee Smith reads from her writings on Thursday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. Smith is the author of “Mrs. Darcy and the Blue-Eyed Stranger,” “On Agate Hill,” “The Last Girls” and “Fancy Strut.” She will present the craft talk “A Life in Books” from 2-3:15 p.m. in Table Rock Room in Plemmons Student Union.

Poets Rod Smith and Sarah Kennedy will close out the series on Thursday, April 19. Smith will discuss his works “Outlaw Style,” “Ensemble” and “Trespasser.” Kennedy will discuss her works “Home Remedies,” “A Witch’s Dictionary” and “Consider the Lilies.” A craft talk, “Historical Narrative Poems: Where Is This Voice Coming From,” will be presented at 3:30-4:45 p.m. at Table Rock Room in Plemmons Student Union.

For further information on Visiting Writers Series, call 828262-2337 or see www.visitingwriters.appstate.edu.

Eating Disorders, Jeans Give Away

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week and the Great Jeans Give Away will be observed through Friday, March 2.

Too many of our students, men and women, struggle with negative body image and unhealthy eating habits that are dangerous, deadly, and contribute to great unhappiness.

These programs are designed to help those in need and promote greater self-acceptance and confidence! Stop by the Union contact table for lots of information. The Great Jeans Give Away – Change your Jeans, Not your Genes and let go of jeans that are too small and trigger negative body talk and feelings. Leave your jeans at our table in the Union M-F 10-4. Not only will you bring more confidence into your life but you will receive coupons for Anna Banana and Gladiola Girls and a chance to win new jeans. It’s a win win for your body, your soul, and your wardrobe. All collected jeans will be donated to Oasis.

Events for the week are: Wednesday, Feb. 29, Real Bodies, Real Stories – A panel discussion from those are in recovery and how to help a friend. Snacks and Refreshments. 5:307 p.m. Table Rock Room of the Student Union; Thursday, March 1, 10 HEALTHY Ways to Destress – Hands On

Andrew M. Koch and Paul H. Gates Jr. will present their new book, “Medieval America: Cultural Influences of Christianity in the Law and Public Policy,” on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in the Scholar’s Bookshop, University Bookstore.

Well into the 21st century, the United States remains one of the most highly religious industrial democracies on earth.

Recent Gallup surveys suggest that 76 percent of Americans believe that the Bible is divinely inspired or the direct word of God. In Medieval America, Koch and Gates. offer a thoughtful examination of how this strong religious feeling, coupled with Christian doctrine, affects American political debates and collective practices. Koch and Gates open a more critical dialogue on the political influence of religion in American politics, showing that people’s faith shapes their political views and the policies they support.

Even with secular structures and processes, a democratic regime will reflect the belief patterns distributed among the public.

Delving into a perspicacious analysis of the religious components in current practices in education, the treatment of political symbols, crime and punishment, the human body, and democratic politics, they contend that promoting and maintaining a free, open, and tolerant society requires the necessary limitation of religious influence in the domains of law and policy.

Readers interested in religion and politics will find much to discuss in this incisive exploration of Christian beliefs and their impact on American political discourse.

Koch is professor of political philosophy in the Department of Government and Justice Studies. Gates is professor of commuication law in the Department of Communication.

This event is free and open to everyone.

‘Autism Speaks U’ set for April 14

The Appalachian State University chapter of Autism Speaks U its first 5k Run/3k Walk event on April 14. The efent will be held on the Greenway Trail. Early Registration tickets are available through April 6 for $20. The day of the event tickets will be available for $25. To be guaranteed a T-shirt you must register before April 1. Registration on the day of the event will begin at 8 a.m. with the 5k beginning at 9 a.m., 3k Walk following shortly after. Email Ashley Crowder if you have any questions at crowderam@appstate.edu, or go to http://autismspeaksu.appstate.edu/ for more information.

Global film series underway March 6

Appalachian State University Global Film Series presents: Tambien la Lluvia (Even the Rain), directed by Iciar Bollain and starring Gael Garcia Bernal and Luis Tosar. The showing is free. The film will be shown March 6 at 7 p.m. in I.G. Greer.

The film is set in contemporary Bolivia (Cochabamba) dealing with matters of globalization, indigenous rights, and environmental/sustainable development issues.

Benito Del Pliego, Associate Professor, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, will introduce the film.

After the film, a panel of ASU study abroad students who traveled to Cochabamba will share what they learned about the Bolivian people and issues highlighted in the film.

For additional information, contact Beth Cramer, Belk Library and Information Commons (crameree@appstate.edu) or Gus Pena, Office of Multicultural Development (penaae@ appstate.edu) OR see the Appalachian State University Global Film Series site at: http://guides.library.appstate. edu/globalfilmseries

Biology seminar continues

The Department of Biology Spring Seminar Series contenues Wednesday, 4 p.m in 183 Rankin Science West. Dr. Max Dass, Department of Biology, will speak on “Biology & Life: What’s the connection?”

Flash Fiction Contest seeks entries

A Flash Fiction Contest, sponsored by Belk Library & Information Commons, seeks short works of fiction, 500 words or less, from any currrent Appalachian State University student. Requirements other than the 500-word limit include: the Wired Scholar Coffee Shop must be included in the story in some manner; must be double-spaced and typed in 12-point font; entry must be sumitted by email attachment (.doc or .pdf file) with the subject line “Flash Fiction Contest” to boydjd@appstate.edu; put your name and email address on an attached cover sheet. The deadline for all stories is Friday, March 16, at 5 p.m.

Mental Health Ambassadors sought

The Appalachian State University Counseling Center is looking for new Mental Health Ambassadors for next semester. Want to help make a difference on campus by promoting positive mental health? Join the Mental Health Ambassadors, a group of undergraduate and graduate peer educators! MHA volunteers work with the ASU Counseling Center to help promote emotional development in the ASU community. For more information on the counseling center, Mental Health Ambassadors and application, visit counseling.appstate.edu and mha.appstate.edu.

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Tougher process will improve reputation of Appalachian State

Office of Admissions should take a closer look at applicants

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“We cannot inhibit their ability. They can still independently recruit, but they won’t be able to advertise on our campus. They’re still in operation, but they are not recognized by the university during the term of their suspension.”

As high school students, we were probably all told that we had to be at the top of our game to get into college at one point or another. Once we walked across the stage with our high school diplomas, we may have thought we were done working so hard for a while.

But we may be far from being able to relax.

Statistics aren’t yet in for next year’s freshman class, but according to Director of Admissions Lloyd Scott, average GPA and average test scores are going up.

The fact that next year’s freshmen have higher average scores may mean professors will dole out more work and projects, in addition to the workload we already have, so upperclassmen can keep up.

Though some may complain about this, it will be beneficial in the long run.

With the additional work, there is a possibility that the image of Appalachian State University as a school may be slightly altered. I know I am not the only Appalachian student whose friends have questioned the academics at this school, or how I spend my weekends. It seems that outside of Boone, Appalachian is viewed as a medi-

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Wrappe, a sophomore journalism major from Winston-Salem, is a lifestyles reporter.

I obsess over every word published in The Appalachian.

But in an article published Feb. 9, a few words stood out more than usual.

“It’s no secret that it is becoming more and more competitive,” Director of Admissions Lloyd Scott said, as quoted in “As the letters roll out, a first look at the class of 2015.”

It may be happening slowly and marginally, but admission at Appalachian State University is getting more competitive.

Some view that as a positive development, but let’s not assume that right away.

As it stands, the requirements for application to Appalachian are the same as they were in 2008, when I applied. Representatives evaluate test scores, GPA, answers to a few short questions and high school curriculum, Scott said in an email Monday.

There’s still no required interview or essay.

Increased competition means average test scores and average GPA are higher.

I take that to mean that today, the successful Appalachian applicant has a high SAT score and impressive grades, and is a member of Student Council and the National Honor Society.

Are those really the best indicators of the kind of rich intelligence and life experience that builds a diverse community of learning? If that’s the assumption we’re

operating on as a university, I think we’re mistaken.

Beyond that, we should consider the actual effects of increased competition. It’s likely, as Megan asserted, that the university’s reputation will improve and its rigor will increase. But we shouldn’t automatically assume that will produce a more beneficial learning environment.

Students at Appalachian aren’t here because it will produce the shiniest “education” section on their resume.

People come here because it fits their needs. They come because it’s a more personal style of learning, because it’s an interesting hybrid between a big state institution and a tiny liberal-arts school, because of the outdoors. It’s not about prestige - and that’s a good thing.

It’s nice to assume that admission here is about more than grades and test scores.

And I believe that’s the goal of the Office of Admissions.

But with the provisions currently made in the application process, how can they tell whether someone is a good fit for the Appalachian family?

The office should build in more opportunities to genuinely get to know candidates.

Essays and interviews are just the beginning - this is the age of technology. Why not interview an applicant over Skype, or have them submit a photo or video essay?

If we’re becoming more competitive, let’s take the opportunity to assess candidates on a deeper level and give those harder-to-reach spots to people who genuinely deserve them.

Frick, a senior public relations major from Columbia, S.C., is the associate editor for editorial content.

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Rising oil prices a result of Obama’s failure to lead

Nate Wright Junior management major Chairman, Appalachian State College Republicans

ocre school with a student body that can breeze its way through classes.

As a student here, I know for a fact that this is not the case at all. We all work hard for our grades and often have to give up our free time to study or complete projects.

With the higher statistics brought in by the class of 2016, however, Appalachian is fast becoming a school to reckon with in the field of academics.

If this continues, Appalachian may well be in the same circle academically as larger schools in North Carolina in a few years.

Though concentrating on areas such as test scores or grades may be the main focus at some schools, I believe Appalachian also takes pride in looking at the actual qualities and personalities of students who would fit into our Appalachian family. I also believe Appalachian strives to be a school that puts what a student has accomplished ahead of what grade or test score they’ve received.This will not be lost, even if a student’s grades do become more important.

Yes, the statistics for the incoming freshman class are higher, but we are still the Appalachian family -a student body made up of a multitude of students.

A number on a transcript will not change what we already have.

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Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, on Pi Kappa Alpha’s recent two-year suspension

As I write this, gas prices in Boone over the weekend are hovering around $3.65 and destined to go up in the near future.

While an increase in oil futures is being blamed on Middle Eastern tensions, the fact remains that some of the burden from high prices at the pump can be contributed to President Obama, who has done nothing but sit on the sidelines.

The fact remains that oil prices have doubled under Obama’s term as President. No one is accusing the President solely for the increase, but his lack of leadership on the issue has certainly contributed to it.

After the BP oil spill, the Obama Administration put a moratorium on offshore drilling, then began to delay the issuing of new permits in months following. This hurt both oil production and local economies around the gulf. The oil spill in itself was bad, but the damage was exaggerated and the gulf was ultimately cleaned up.

Most recently the issue has been the Keystone Pipeline. Here again, President Obama failed to lead on energy policy. Obama turned down the pipeline project that would have opened up new American jobs and imported more oil from Canada to be refined in Texas.

An increase in supply would have ultimately decreased gas prices.

Environmentalists argue that offshore drilling and the Keystone Pipeline are not viable options for lowering prices at the pump because it takes years to get oil from those sources. Consequently, they have been saying this for years.

Imagine if we had taken aggressive offshore drilling measures years ago. We could already be far ahead in the process. Also, since the price at the pump is reflected in oil futures, an increase in the future supply of oil would lower prices in the short term.

Americans want Obama step up and be a leader.

The problem is that he may be four years too late. I can’t help but think about Teddy Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan, who were strong leaders on foreign policy.

Instead, we have a President who sits on the sidelines and is putting our standard of living at the hands of Middle Eastern conflict and OPEC. Energy independence is something all Americans are united on - Obama should take note. He has failed to lead and it will surely hurt him in the November elections. The real losers here, however, are the Americans who can barely afford to put gas in their cars.

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Chains in Boone represent necessary trade-off

Kelli Straka With the massive growth of both the university and the town in mind, the increase of chain businesses in Boone makes sense.

If you don’t believe Appalachian State University is growing, go eat at Central Dining Hall on a Monday.

Eating lunch anywhere

campus has become an exercise in squeezing through masses of people. That’s not a surprise, when there are 17,000 undergraduates for the 2012-13 year - up from 15,000 in 2011-12, according to factbook.appstate.edu.

But that growth isn’t limited to the campus - it’s all of Boone as well. Earlier this year, Forbes named Boone the fourth fastest-growing small town in America.

In my mind, the growth of the town and the growth of the campus go hand-inhand. As more students are admitted, the town expands.

And as the town expands,

Boone will need more places to go for groceries, house supplies, clothes, utilities and more. When students are paying thousands of dollars for tuition, the prices at local shops are sometimes too expensive - and people need stores that are open past 5 or 6 p.m.

Chain stores will also create more jobs, decrease the number of abandoned buildings around town and increase the availability of resources for students and locals alike.

I welcome the new chains that have squeezed their way onto Blowing Rock Road,

from Cracker Barrel to Five Guys. They represent job creation and that’s something hard to turn down, especially in this economy.

There’s a definite balancing act of preserving the small-town Boone people have known for years and accepting that the town is growing and will most likely continue to do so.

But if residents and the university want further growth and revenues, it’s a necessary trade-off.

Straka, a sophomore journalism major from Hickory, is a senior news reporter.

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n a stunning upset, the Appalachian State baseball team won two games out of three against the No. 7 ranked LSU Tigers this weekend.

The Mountaineers outscored the Tigers 12-5 in the series, marking the first time in program history Appalachian has won a three-game series over a Bowl Championship Subdivison team.

The series started rough for ASU, with a 4-0 loss for the Mountaineers.

LSU’s Kevin Gausman, one of the top prospects in America according to Baseball America, lived up to the hype. Gausman and Aaron Nola combined to strike out 11 Mountaineers.

“I felt like we obviously pitched well the entire weekend.

We got three really good starts and we played good defense all weekend,” head coach Chris Pollard said. “We didn’t swing it at all Friday night, their Friday night starter was really good.”

ASU senior Seth Grant allowed all four runs, including an early Ty Ross RBI single.

On Saturday, senior Ryan Arrowood dominated LSU, striking out 10 Tigers in seven scoreless innings. Arrowood displayed excellent control,

holding LSU to just two hits and one walk, as Appalachian became the first non-conference team to shut out LSU in eight years.

Daniel Kassouf ’s line-drive home run in the fourth inning proved to be the only run of the game, eventually giving ASU the win.

“We came out yesterday and we just really competed well.

Arrowood threw a great ball game,” said Coach Pollard. “We got the one run from Kassouf and we just kept holding on and they did a great job at the end and our guys just gained a ton of confidence from it. “ On Sunday, the Mountaineers put together an unbelievable performance once again, scoring a staggering 11 runs on the Tigers and handing LSU its second loss of the season. ASU won 11-1.

Junior Rob Marcello pitched 8 1/3 innings and struck out four.

When Marcello walked the second batter in the ninth inning, Coach Pollard elected to take him out. As the pitcher walked off the field, he received a standing ovation from the LSU crowd.

“I was definitely proud, the offense definitely helped do that,” Marcello said. “Putting up that many runs definitely made it easy for me to go through it

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Junior infielder Hector Crespo and junior catcher Seth Grant step off the bus, returning from a victory at No. 7 LSU, in front of Beaver Field at Jim and Bettie Smith Stadium Monday night.

and then just having the crowd react that way was amazing it’s an amazing feeling.”

Designator hitter Daniel Kassouf led the team with three hits, one being a double, while senior player Will Callaway and junior player Ty Zupcic both had

three RBIs. “We didn’t put pressure on ourselves-we just went out and played and had fun,” Kassouf said.

The series marked the first time Appalachian has won a series against a nationally-

ranked team since 1983, when the Mountaineers took down the no. 23 Citadel Bulldogs.

The team will end its preseason series Tuesday against North Carolina A&T and opens its home schedule March 2 against Rider College.

them in fifth place. record book. In the 3,000-meter Another top event for run, Hamilton finished in second the Mountaineers was the and earned all-conference honors 5,000-meter run, where junior and Williamson came in eighth Amanda Hamilton came in place. fourth place with a time of “I ran three events and [gained 17:06.71. Fellow junior Sarah personal records] in all three,” Williamson Hamilton said. “I came in sixth pretty much don’t (17:19.10), while even know how “Every single one senior Hannah that happened. did well for a full, Orders finished I just put forth comprehensive in eighth place every ounce of (17:25.90). scoring for our team effort that I had, Each of these we were and that, of course, because finishes not all so excited only earned the to reclaim our led to our victory.”

Mountaineers conference title.”

John Weaver meet points, but In the distance Women’s track head coach put the runners medley relay, in ASU’s record Allison Cook, book. Hamilton Shenita Martin, clocked the second-fastest time, Justine Stocks and Kayla Williamson the fourth-fastest Schneider finished in fourth time and Orders the fifth-fastest. place in 12:12.62 minutes.

Hamilton was also a top The powerhouse 4x400-meter finisher, taking fourth place in relay team of Asia Dunlap, the mile in 4:59.72 minutes and Breahna Morrison, Shenita moving up to fifth place in the Martin and Breanna Alston came

in second to Western Carolina, with a time of 3:47.39. Western Carolina ran 3:44.98, breaking the conference record.

Dunlap broke the school 400-meter record, taking second place, while Martin finished in seventh place.

Alston performed again in the 200-meter dash, finishing in first place in ASU’s second fastest time, 24.31. She also came in second in the 60-meter dash.

“We had a lot of people [who] stood out,” Hamilton said.

“Breanna Alston did really, really well in the sprints and improved on some of her best times.”

Junior D’Shawrna McLucas also ran in the 200-meter and 60-meter, coming in fourth and sixth place, while sophomore Kristin Campbell finished in eighth in the 60-meter.

ASU will send competitors to the Virginia Tech Last Chance Meet March 3, with hopes of advancing qualifiers to the NCAA Indoor Championships.

Women’s track and field secures Southern Conference Championship

by LEIGH ROBERTS Senior Sports Reporter

For the second straight year, the women’s track and field team took home the indoor SoCon title Friday in Birmingham, Ala. The Mountaineers blasted the field with 157.16 points, more than 40 higher than the closest contender. The title is Appalachian’s 10th since 2001 and the 18th in school history.

“They consistently did a good job through all of the events,” said head coach John Weaver, who won his 12th Coach of the Year award this weekend. “Every single one did well for a full, comprehensive scoring for our team and that, of course, led to our victory.”

Junior Gayshawna Watkins won both the weight throw (56-1) and the shot put (44-10.25), and was awarded Most Outstanding Field Performer for the SoCon. Other field performances to note were sophomore Jocelyn

Parnell’s fifth place finish in the weight throw and freshman Jasmine Suydam’s sixth-place finish in the shot-put, which earned her all-freshman honors.

In the triple jump, junior Erika Ivey jumped 38-9.75 to grab second place, with freshman teammate Tatyana Bryant finishing in sixth.

Bryant also took home allconference and all-freshman honors for her third-place performance in the long jump.

App dominated the podium in several events, including the pole vault - which put freshman Chelsea Farr in second place and all-conference, all-freshman position and sophomore Cassie Crawford in third place, earning her an all-conference honor for the second year in row.

Sophomores Mary Theresa Montgomery and Shaquiela Robinson both finished in a three-way tie for second place in the high jump. Freshman Janet Watson finished just behind

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Women’s basketball defeats Samford, controls own destiny for SoCon regular season title

four separate occasions in the second half, but was never able to take the lead from the Apps. The turning point of the The women’s basketball team (23-4, game came when junior Anna Freeman 17-2) defeated Samford Saturday in blocked Bulldog Paige Anderson’s Birmingham, Ala. 3-point attempt and raced down the For the Bulldogs, it marked their court to convert a fast-break lay-up. first home defeat of the season. For the Freeman’s bucket pushed the App Mountaineers, it was the next-to-last advantage to 50-45 with 4:19 remaining step in defending their SoCon regular in the game. season title.

“The defense we used had Anna “It was a great win for many different attacking the three-point line,” Vincent reasons,” head coach Darcie Vincent said. “She was able to get the block and said. “It was the first time Samford lost scored. It was a hustle play.” at home and we were able Samford pulled within to stay on track with one 53-51 with 20 seconds of our goals of defending remaining, but Freeman “It was a our regular season SoCon and freshman Maryah great win for title.”

Sydnor were a perfect 4-4 many different Both teams struggled from the free-throw line in offensively out of the gate, the game’s final seconds. reasons.” but the Mountaineers were Freeman led the Apps Darcie Vincent able to produce a 9-0 run to with 12 points, and Sydnor Women’s basketbal head gain a firm 16-7 advantage pitched in 10 points and coach with 9:39 remaining in the eight rebounds. first half.

Junior Raven Gray Samford, however, would continued the hot shooting slowly trim the Mountaineer advantage. she’s exhibited since being inserted into At halftime, the Bulldogs only trailed the starting lineup, going 4-7 from the 25-23. field and finishing with nine points. “[Samford] has some players that are “I am not quite as comfortable as I really good at certain things,” junior want to be yet,” Gray said. “But I am the Kelsey Sharkey said. “Early on, we let most comfortable in the offense as I have them be too comfortable in doing what been all season.” they wanted to do.”

Next on the schedule is a trip to The first half showed Appalachian’s Chattanooga to face a team that would strength as a unit. No player had more love nothing more to prevent the than four points, but all nine players who Mountaineers from being outright entered the game had at least two.

SoCon regular season champs.

“We were able to get contributions “We are where we want to be,” Vincent from everybody,” Vincent said. “It said. “I think last year’s experiences will doesn’t matter who we have in the game, help this year’s team this time around.” our expectations stay the same.”

The Mountaineers will play in Samford was able to tie the score on Chattanooga Monday at 7 p.m.

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Softball wins two of three, keeps rolling

Women’s tennis prepares for SoCon play

by ETHAN JOYCE

With a win to build confidence before entering SoCon play, the women’s tennis team downed East Carolina 5-2, raising its record to 4-3 on the season.

“It felt very satisfying to beat ECU and I think it was a big confidence booster for the whole team,” said junior Jennifer Ansari, who won her singles match 6-4, 6-2. “It’s just what we needed to get a good start for conference.”

The Pirates put up a tough fight and started off leading, taking the doubles point with two wins at No. 3 and No. 1 doubles.

Despite losing her doubles match, junior Ellie Linsell went on to win her singles match at the No. 1 spot.

Head coach Colin Crothers had high praise for his team’s leader.

“Ellie had a tough singles match and she sprained her ankle when she was serving out the match at 6-4, 5-4 up,” Coach Crothers said. “Ellie had only one loss going into the match, so the team knew that it was their time to step up and they did.”

Coach also had praise for the doubles pairs - particularly

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Appalachian State’s softball team finished another road trip last weekend, beating Presbyterian and George Washington but falling to South Carolina at the Gamecock Invitational Saturday and Sunday.

ASU started the weekend Saturday against the tournament hosts, the South Carolina Gamecocks.

The Mountaineers were defeated 7-4 in a game where ASU left nine runners on base.

ASU’s Caroline Rogers, who hit a two-run homer in the top of the sixth, and Michelle Lighton led the team with two RBIs each, but were not able to overcome the four-run lead South Carolina produced in the second inning.

Still, head coach Shae Wesley was pleased with the team’s effort and enjoyed the game.

“We definitely fought very hard,” Coach Wesley said. “We had two innings where we had a few miscues, but otherwise we played solid defensively and we out-hit South Carolina.”

App won 8-2 in its second game of the weekend, Sunday against George Washington.

On the offensive end the Mountaineers were on form, with the team scoring eight runs on 12 hits.

Meghan Smith, Allie Cashions and Lindsay Whitlock each scored two RBIs and Meghan “It was a total team Rembielak went win with everyone 2-4 with two stolen bases. contributing with The star of the their personal game was Caroline Wainright, who strengths.” pitched a complete game and struck Shae Wesley out eight batters.

Softball head coach “There was great defense in that game,” Wainright said. “I hit the spots and we executed when they hit groundballs and pop-flies. We just had all around good defense.”

The evening leg of Sunday’s double-header pitted the Mountaineers against Presbyterian, with App coming out on top 6-5.

The Mountaineers churned out 14 hits total and built a comfortable 4-0 lead in the first two innings, but Presbyterian came roaring back in the bottom of the seventh. Though the end of the game was close, the Apps finished up strong by converting a double-play.

According to Coach Wesley, the game was won by the team as a whole.

“It was a total team win,” he said. “We had some big plays on defense. Offensively, we had Meghan Rembielak manufacturing runs. It was a total team win with everyone contributing with their personal strengths.”

The Mountaineers were scheduled to play George Washington in a double-header Friday, but both games were canceled due to inclement weather.

ASU will take on the University of Dayton Friday at 2 p.m. in Spartanburg, S.C., as part of the Subway Spartan Classic.

by JORDAN DEVERE

Intern, Sports Reporter

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Junior Jennifer Ansari returns the ball across the net in her Saturday doubles match against ECU. The women defeated the Pirates 5-2.

seniors Gisela Fernandez and Gabriela Celi - despite the loss.

“I think they did great,” he said. “We lost another close doubles point where we were points away from winning it.”

The Mountaineers improved to 3-0 at home this

season and hope to funnel that momentum into a SoCon championship - but it won’t be easy.

The Southern Conference title is very hard to win,” Coach Crothers said. “In my 14 years of coaching at ASU, only Furman and College of Charles-

Men’s tennis goes 2-1, improves record to 4-3

by JORDAN DAVIS

Intern Sports Reporter

The men’s tennis team pulled its record above .500 once again, after defeating Belmont 6-1 Sunday and improving its record to 4-3.

Sunday’s match capped off a stretch of three matches in four days that saw the Mountaineers going 2-1 over the weekend.

Sunday’s victory was clinched in the fourth game by Phil Kloc’s 6-3, 6-3 win, which gave App a 4-0 lead.

“I knew that our top 3 would win,” Kloc said. “I had a lot of confidence in those guys to get wins. It just happened that I was the one to clinch the match.”

Before that, the team hit the road Thursday. The Mountaineers defeated Gardner Webb 5-2, but lost 1-6 Saturday against East Tennessee State, a team that started the season ranked No. 74 in the nation.

In the two wins, seniors Phil Kloc,

Alex Markov, Alain Humblet and Steve Karendal all won their matches. Karendal, who has won his last five matches, was the only player to get a win against ETSU. With the seniors leading the way, the team has won four of its last five matches and seems to be gaining momentum after a slow start.

“The seniors have been playing really well,” Karendal said. “We played some of our toughest competition earlier in the season, now we’re getting wins against the teams we feel we should beat.”

The next match is the team’s Southern Conference opener at Samford March 11, followed by travel to Florida for nonconference matches against Jacksonville and Bethune-Cookman March 13 and 16.

Senior Philip Kloc serves up a shot while sophomore Sebastien King prepares for the return shot Sunday morning versus Belmont at the Deer Valley Racquet Club.

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The Mountaineers will take on Elon March 6 as Appalachian looks to notch its first conference win.

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