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lifestyles Hokies storm back on the last drive, Fraternities put take control of the Coastal Divsion on upcoming fall With North Carolina knocking on the door to score, Virginia Tech’s Tyree Rodgers forced a fumble as Ryan Willis marched the Hokies 98 yards downfield for the win. philanthropies MILLER FALREY sports staff writer

In what was an incredibly significant ACC win that gave Virginia Tech (4–2, 3–0 ACC) the sole lead atop the Coastal Division, the Hokies gritted their teeth and came from behind to steal the win in Chapel Hill, 22–19. Ryan Willis was inconsistent in the air, but more than made up for it with his ground game, leading the Hokies with 88 rushing yards and a touchdown to boot. Despite being picked off twice during the game, Willis was able to maintain his sharp composure and connect two touchdown passes, as well as complete 20 of his 36 attempts. The most critical of all of Willis’ completions came in the form of a designed roll to his right to find Dalton Keene all alone in the end zone. The 1-yard touchdown capped a 98-yard, five-minute drive from the Hokies’ own 2-yard line, stunning the crowd at Kenan Stadium and dashing the Tar Heels’ (1–4, 1–2 ACC) hopes of an upset. Under coach Fuente, the Hokies are an exceptional 9–1 in games after suffering a loss, and at first, things seemed like they’d be cruising toward another

Making the most of the spirit of Ut Prosim, these organizations put in yearlong work to benefit the community. HEATHER TROBRIDGE lifestyles staff writer

ETHAN CANDELARIO / COLLEGIATE TIMES Virginia Tech’s Ryan Willis (5) evades UNC’s Chavis Little (27) to score a touchdown at Kenan Memorial Stadium. The score was 7–9 Tar Heels at the half, Oct. 13, 2018.

positive post-defeat result. Virginia Tech may have been reminiscing about last season’s 59–7 dismantling of UNC, especially after Khalil Ladler recovered a fumble from Tar Heels running back Antonio

Williams on the first play of the game. Less than two minutes later, Willis unexpectedly and impressively dashed in for a 33-yard touchdown, showing off agility and speed to put six points on the board.

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Hokies live our school motto “That I May Serve” in different ways every day. We find ways to give back to our community through classes, clubs, churches and individual endeavors, not because we have to, but because we want to make a change. Many students demonstrate Ut Prosim through their involvement in different Greek organizations on campus. They stand their letters proudly next to booths on campus and around town as they advocate for causes that they’re passionate about; each fraternity and sorority raises money for its individual philanthropy to inspire change and make a difference. Philanth ropy and community service chairs across different fraternities dedicate a large portion of their time and energy to ensure that they are making an impact. A lot of planning goes into raising the thousands of dollars that different organizations make each year.

Tau Kappa Epsilon is well known around campus for the time it spends raising money for St. Jude Children’s Resea rch Hospit a l in Memphis, Tennessee. Over the last five years, TKE has raised almost $750,000, raising $150,000 last year and $60,000 the year before. Along with raising money, every year TKE brothers visit the hospital in Memphis to meet the kids and create a personal connection to their cause. David Anand, a junior majoring in physics, is TKE’s co-philanthropy chair alongside Adam Speers, a junior majoring in business information technology. Together, the two work to put on their spring philanthropy project. Last year they hosted a battle of the bands at 622 North on Main Street. “It was in April last semester and we started planning it on Dec. 26,” Anand said. “Me and Adam planned everything out down to the day that day, and then it still took all the time from December to April to get everything set.” The GREEK / page 5

Newman Library study rooms available to reserve Newman Library has converted five of its private spaces into reservable study rooms, all of which are located on the fourth floor. HANNAH WYNNE news staff writer

Newman Library has recently converted five of its private study spaces into reservable study rooms. Located on the fourth floor, these rooms provide a variety of new opportunities for the library. Students can reserve any of the five rooms by visiting bookings.lib.vt.edu and selecting an available time. The first, and maybe most obvious, benefit of the reservable study rooms is the promise of privacy in a very popular library. “It allows patrons to guarantee that they can have private space that’s set off from the rest of the library,

good time management and add structure to student study schedules. “It sets a timeframe for groups to meet, and gives a framework for people to actually work together,” Fenton said. “Or maybe they just need that certain amount of time set off and it helps them regulate what’s going on around them.” There are pros that come with the room design as well, with white boards covering two of the four walls and plenty of seating and table space. Leighton Simonton, a sophomore majoring in environmental resource management, was trying out the reservable study rooms for the first time. “Honestly, in the future,

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Adam Fenton media design specialist and that they can have that space when they need it,” said Chris Shaver, a circulation/reserve specialist, of the rooms. Adam Fenton, media design specialist and one of the main go-to personnels for study room problems, highlighted other potential benefits of the study rooms, which were to encourage

yeah, because there’s a lot of resources for planning stuff out,” Simonton said in response to whether he would use the rooms again for a group project. However, as with any new project, there are a few kinks that need to be addressed. Lily Chen, a junior majoring in environmental informatics, came

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across a problem when using a reservable study room for the second time. When asked what she thought of the reservable rooms as a quieter environment compared to the library, she said that she actually thought the reservable rooms were pretty loud. “They’re not like actual rooms, so you can hear what everyone else in the library is saying,” Chen said, commenting on the fact that the rooms have no top, leaving them open to ambient noise. Chen also suggested the addition of blinds on the library-facing wall, as currently the wall is mostly made of clear glass. Not only is the transparency a bit ironic in a room that boasts privacy as a main draw, but Chen also said that the view could be distracting due to commotion in the library. While there hasn’t been much student conflict over the rooms yet, they have only been up and running for under a month so this semester’s exam periods may pose some new challenges. Although students aren’t allowed to consecutively reserve the rooms, and there is a two-hour time limit on the reservation, these aren’t heavily enforced unless it’s obvious the same people are booking the rooms repeatedly or there is a group waiting. A lt houg h t here is

TROY CLARK / COLLEGIATE TIMES A student receives help on an assignment from a friend in one of the library’s group study rooms, Newman Library, Oct. 6, 2018.

potential for the need for more active policing of the room rules come exam time, Fenton said he couldn’t really predict exactly what would be needed until issues arose. “Most people that we find are pretty receptive to it so far,” Fenton said. “it’s been almost a month since it’s been available like this, and we haven’t really had any major conflicts.” Fenton will continue to fill his role as the mediator for any problems that do come up. “I’ll just continue to do my job and tell students how it is,” Fenton said. As to whether the

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reservable study rooms are here to stay, Fenton said that while this is a bit of a probationary period, he is hopeful that the rooms fulfill their expected benefits for students. Shaver also commented on the longevity of the reservable study rooms, saying that not only does he feel that these rooms will stick around, but also that he thinks the library as a whole is moving in the direction of reservable spaces, as some of the studio rooms have also been made reservable. “I imagine it will probably be long-term,” Shaver said. “I would guess it would probably be expanded in

the future as well ... it seems very much to be the direction the library wants to take things ... in addition to the reservable rooms, we’ve also made some of our studio spaces reservable as well.” The new reservable study rooms definitely aren’t the end-all-be-all to the perfect study space search. However, they may prove useful in certain situations — and honestly, anything that can streamline group projects is something to consider. Just make sure to have a backup to turn to during exams when the stress hits.

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Merriam-Webster keeps up with modern linguistic trends Including slang such as “hangry” or “ICYMI” in the dictionary reflects changes in popular culture as well as in the English language itself. ABACA PRESS / TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Brett Kavanaugh, associate justice of the Supreme Court, speaks during a ceremonial swearing-in event in the East Room at the White House, Washington, D.C., Monday, Oct. 8, 2018.

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Kavanaugh appointment to SCOTUS done in poor taste Despite allegations of sexual assault and a tradition of partisan bias, the judge has been named justice, spelling disaster for Republicans.

t seemed as though the whole world watched the testimonies of Christine Blasey Ford, who has a doctorate in psychology, and Brett Kavanaugh in front of the Senate Judicia r y Committee. To some extent, that’s true. Expectations were high going into the first hearing. Democrats were eager to hear what she had to say, while Republicans were eager to get the whole ordeal over with. Ford’s testimony seemed to cut through the partisan rancor filling the room. She spoke quietly but clearly as she recounted the events of that day and her life afterward. She imbued her statements with her own vast knowledge of psychology, occasionally to a heartbreaking degree, like when she spoke about her struggles with anxiety and PTSD. Though her voice shook and her eyes filled with tears, she continued. The Democrats each took time to praise her courage, with Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) even acknowledging her for performing her civic duty, while the Republicans hid behind outside counsel Rachel Mitchell, allowing her to do all of the talking for most of them. Regardless of whether you believe her testimony or not, it was nearly impossible not to empathize with this courageous woman who submitted herself to this degrading process, keeping calm despite the numerous threats against her life. I say “nearly” because the Kavanaugh hearing made it very clear that a number of the Republican senators had made up their minds about Ford. Without an outside counsel to ask the questions for them, they took the time to rage against the Democrats, the confirmation process, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan, the media, everything but the actions of their Republican colleagues. Chairman Chuck Grassley’s shrill protestations interrupted the proceedings multiple times, as he took issue with even the slightest of offenses. This rage most clearly manifested itself in the yells of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.). Sen. Graham’s turn to speak came after a particularly damning round of questioning by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), in which Kavanaugh refused to say if he thought that an FBI

investigation into the allegations should take place, even if it could clear his name. Maybe that was why he decided to take the time to decry this process using the same tone as Anakin Skywalker in “Star Wars: Attack of the Clones.” In a day full of unprecedented moments, this certainly ranked as one of the most stunning among them, with congressional reporters taking to Twitter to express their shock. Yet it is not clear why Sen. Graham is so frustrated. He says that the Democrats have set fire to the process, but that’s not an accurate representation of what is happening. Supreme Court confi r mation hea r ings usually take longer than Chairman Grassley had allotted for Kavanaugh. The Democrats requested more time to review Kavanaugh’s record, which was perfectly reasonable, given the fact that most documentation of his work at the White House had not been released. Even if most of the Democrats had made up their minds beforehand, others — like Joe Manchin and Heidi Heitkamp — had not. He kept claiming that the Democrats had leaked the confidential letter that Ford sent that contained details of her allegations, but multiple press outlets have stated that they reported on the allegations before they ever read the letter. The letter was only leaked when it was shared with the FBI and made widely available. For the Democrats, this hearing has been an exercise in restraint. Merrick Garland weighed heavily on their minds as they were dragged through regular order, while pointing out the hypocrisy of that sentiment by the Republicans. Many of them expressed their anger at how Ford has been treated and were constantly interrupted by Kavanaugh when he was testifying. Their Republican colleagues observed this behavior, yet did nothing to mitigate it, despite it clearly being in violation of Senate standards. It was especially striking how differently Ford and Kavanaugh responded to the questioning. Ford spoke politely, giving clear and concise answers and calmly allowing the senators to interrupt her. Kavanaugh reacted hysterically to being questioned about his past, even lying about some small facts. It was an unintentional lesson in the double

standards between men and women, that Ford felt the need to be so restrained while discussing an event that traumatized her so much she still suffers from anxiety, while Kavanaugh yelled and cried. He displayed none of the calm and thoughtful curiosity expected of someone on the highest court in the land. He claimed that his confir mation was being blocked by a vast left-wing conspiracy, never wondering where this propaganda machine had been for the confirmation hearings of Neil Gorsuch. He acted as though he was entitled to this spot on the Supreme Court, as though it were his manifest destiny to be given the position. It is impossible to believe, after this contemptible display, that he could be an impartial judge of any case involving a democratic interest. All the while, he was given constant praise for his handling of this situation from the Republicans. The disrespect that Ford has encountered is frankly stunning, and the craven justifications of the Republican senators have made the process even more infuriating. One has to wonder if this farcical miscarriage of justice will convince other victims of sexual assault that their voices will not be heard by the highest levels of government. Why would they bother to come forward if they know that they will be subjected to humiliation and death threats, all for nothing? But still, Kavanaugh has been given the job of Supreme Court justice. For all of the times he said that these allegations of sexual assault have ruined his life, he still got the job he applied for. He hasn’t been chased out of his house. And the president has supported him throughout the whole process. T h is d ishe a r t en i ng display has done little to endear anyone to Brett Kavanaugh. The Republican senators have this constant refrain, “The American people can be the judge.” And they’re right. The Amer ican people a re watching and judging. And this November, we’ll be voting.

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his month, Merriam-Webster added more than 840 new entries to its dictionary. These new entries include words and abbreviations such as “TL;DR,” “bougie” and “hangry.” Many of these new entries originated from youth culture, and many of their additions have prompted outcry from traditionalists, who feel that new entries are detrimental to the sanctity and respect of the dictionary. However, the dictionary is a living document that should accurately reflect modern linguistic trends. For it to effectively accomplish this goal, new entries are essential. The dictionary has always been a living document, and many words we now use everyday were at one point simply slang terms. Shakespeare, for instance, popularized many new words and phrases through his plays and works. These include “addiction,” “assassination” and “belongings.” At one point, these could have been viewed as detrimental to the English language. However, as time has passed, we have begun to accept their validity. We should give newer words like “hangry” time to become more widely used among the general population, and in the meantime, respect that they are being used just as much as other less novel

words, especially online. Further, the dictionary and its editions can be used to study linguistic history. A quick Google search of nearly any word’s definition, for example, results in a graphic showing its usage over time. For instance, one can see that the word “polarized” saw a spike around the year 2008 as it became more widely used in reference to the political environment. If we fail to add new words to the dictionary when they become more popular, we fail to respect developments of culture and restrict the ability of future generations to fully understand the past. Specifically, many of the new entries come from internet culture. Although most people would never say “TL;DR” (meaning “too long; didn’t read”) in casual conversation, this acronym appears in internet articles or posts very frequently. Dictionary entries from this time period, in order to accurately reflect modern life, should include words which are commonly used, even if they are only used in some specific contexts. Further, they should reflect aspects of modern culture such as trends toward abbreviation and saving time. From ICYMI (in case you missed it) to LOL (laugh out loud), technology has allowed us to create a new kind of communication focused on ease and

abbreviation. Along with that, many of the new entries reflect modern experiences and feelings. The words “bougie” (shortened from bourgeoisie and dealing with a concern for appearing wealthy and respectable) and “hangry” (a combination of hungry and angry), for example, reflect feelings that are common among many people. Though the bourgeoisie has been a topic of conversation for decades, people have only more recently begun to express their feelings that when someone does something that would normally be done by someone more wealthy, that action is bougie. The dictionary, as a document of the way people live and behave, should reflect this shift in attitude. This is not to say that any word or phrase that can be found on Urban Dictionary should be added to the Merriam-Webster and Oxford dictionaries. However, as words become more commonly used by larger segments of the population, their validity needs to be reflected. To deny their entry would be archaic and counterproductive.

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College of Science introduces nanomedicine major Virginia Tech is now the only university in the United States that offers nanomedicine major at the undergraduate level. JULIA VAUGHN news staff writer

The Virginia Tech College of Science introduced a brand new nanomedicine major for undergraduate students. This latest addition to the College of Science’s repertoire of major options is one of a kind, for the reason that no other university in the United States offers nanomedicine at the undergraduate level. Nanomedicine is a branch of medicine that utilizes miniscule materials, specifically at a size range of one to 100 nanometers, to treat and diagnose medical conditions. This innovative study is applicable to a wide array of inventive medical technologies and discoveries, such as individualized, regenerative and targeted medicines. The creation of the new major was initiated by current nanoscience students who expressed interest in the biological and biomedical

approach to nanoscience and desired a major that reflected that interest. As a result, the nanoscience degree program will now be offering both nanoscience and nanomedicine as major options. Randy Heflin, a professor in the physics department, the associate dean for research and graduate studies for the College of Science, and program leader of the nanoscience division of the Academy of Integrated Science, has spearheaded the development of the new major. According to VT News, Heflin believes that an expected range of 20 to 40 students, specifically freshmen and sophomores, will declare their major as nanomedicine during the current fall semester. The first graduating class of nanomedicine majors are anticipated to complete their undergraduate studies by 2020. The nanomedicine

major is part of the university’s nanoscience degree program, which is similar to the new nanomedicine major in rarity, as Virginia Tech is one of only two universities in the country with a nanoscience undergraduate program. Un l i ke na noscience majors, those pursuing a major in nanomedicine will partake in course work that is rooted more in the life sciences, rather than the physical sciences. Nanomedicine majors will be expected to take the life science versions of introductory physics and calculus, along with an introduction to biology course, which is not mandatory for the nanoscience curriculum. They will also have the option to select electives that focus on biomedicine, biology and other life sciences that are more suited to the new major. Heflin told VT News that students of the new major “will be well-prepared for

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professional and graduate school as well as exciting careers in pharmaceuticals, medical devices and products, and many related areas.” This novel addition

to major options in the College of Science provides Virginia Tech students with an unparalleled opportunity to study nanoscience at the undergraduate level and to get a head start in the

rapidly growing industry of nanoscience.

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Virginia Tech Dining Services suffers staff shortages Despite the fact that Virginia Tech was ranked third in the nation for best campus food, most dining halls are understaffed. HANNAH WYNNE JILL MARNEY news staff writers

Virginia Tech has been rated third in the category “Best Campus Food” by the Princeton Review, which is an increase from last year’s ranking of sixth place. Despite the increase in ranking, most dining halls on campus at Virginia Tech are experiencing understaffing issues. While Virginia Tech has an impressive campus food history, the increase in rankings among some of the country’s top colleges required significant effort at every level of Virginia Tech’s dining services, from dealing with challenges as effectively as possible, to improving efficiency in the current set-up, to looking at what direction change should take in the future. According to Nora Colby, student general manager at Turner Place, and Jeff Hoagla nd, op er at ions

manager, Turner Place at Lavery Hall is currently dealing with severe understaffing issues. Several of the shops haven’t been consistently able to offer their full menu, and the lack of workers has caused other unforeseen issues. “Understaffing has kept Tapingo from operating well,” Colby said. Despite lack of labor, Turner has recently initiated Qdoba breakfast. Hoagland highlighted that as a feature that has improved business. W hen asked about Turner’s future, Hoagland acknowledged how essential efficiency is to a setup such as Turner’s, looking to turn toward more grab-n-go setups in shops besides Dolci e Caffe — especially at places such as Qdoba that consistently deal with a high volume of students — and find a way to streamline shops so that they require less labor. Owens Food Court at Owens Hall, one of Virginia

Tech’s oldest dining facilities, is also largely underst a f fed compa red to previous years. Recently, however, it has renovated the salad bar, which has been a big draw for students that are looking for healthier options. Owens Hall is also home to Hokie Grill and Co., which houses popular joints like Chick-fil-A, Dunkin’ Donuts and Pizza Hut, and continues to stand out among college dining services for incorporating big chain names into the on-campus food scene in a way that allows students to use their meal plan money. Squires Student Center, besides offering student recreation, hosting campus organizations and giving students space to study, also has a dining area with two shops, Burger ‘37 and Au Bon Pain. Burger ‘37, although a relatively new addition to VT Dining, has also made improvements over the last year.

The most significant change, according to Justin Naylor, a student manager for both Burger ‘37 and Au Bon Pain, is the new menu that now offers a section with to-go items, which not only helps students with their busy schedules but also increases the efficiency of the shop. “(The new menu) has definitely helped a lot with daily tasks,” Naylor said. Au Bon Pain also revamped its menu, and has more changes in the works due to being taken back under Panera’s ownership. A few of the shops in West End Market at Cochrane Hall have gone under some serious renovations, the most notable of the bunch being the newly created Seven70 Deli. This transformation from Cutting Edge/ Wrap World seemed to be well-received. “That was a great change since they added a lot of new foods,” said Sebastian Jacques, a junior majoring in

ETHAN CANDELARIO / COLLEGIATE TIMES Bistro Firenze, a restaurant inside the West End Market dining hall, offers traditional Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta and calzones, Sept. 23, 2018.

chemistry. According to the staff at West End, though, a key difference from last year’s operations is the emphasis on presentation. “We’ve been experimenting a lot with our daily specials in the shops,” said Jessica Daily, a student manager. “All this extravagant stuff with names we can’t even pronounce. They teach us to arrange it on the plate just so, and people eat that kind of stuff right up (literally and figuratively).” However, wit h t he increased efforts for presentation and option variety comes a price, considering how employees need to devote extra time and resources to learn how to make and serve all of the new additions. “ We’r e ch r on ica l ly understaffed,” Daily said, “and all the extra effort put into looking the best and being the best takes its toll on the workers. We have to keep our shops open to keep up that appearance, even when there’s hardly anyone to run them.” While there haven’t been too many structural or operational changes at Deet’s Place in comparison to other dining centers, the Virginia Tech coffee shop has been thriving on its strong working atmosphere. The student management, as well as the general management, have been described as organized, transparent and consistent, handling both the earlier understaffing and the training of new employees very well. The recent hires themselves have also proven to be instrumental in Deet’s Place’s continued success. “They’re really fast lear ners,” said Molly Kwitny, one of the student assistant managers at Deet’s. “They’re picking up really fast, and they are very hardworking.” However, the strength of the current staff can’t always outweigh the detriments of

understaffing. “It’s not the worst it’s been, but we could always use more people,” Kwitny said, “because it just helps when you have more people on a shift.” D2 at Dietrick Hall, a classic of the Virginia Tech campus lifestyle, remains probably the most unaffected by the recent change seen in the dining services, in part due to the dining hall’s age or the fact that it holds the market for buffetstyle dining. This is not for lack of demand, however; some students would like to see a little variety added to the menu. “Honestly, the only dining hall I would like to see change is in D2,” Jacques said. “D2 could definitely improve the quality of their food.” Luckily, there are future plans for D2, and all of Dietrick Hall, that have been set in motion, with a major renovation planned for the building in December of 2018. This will involve structural changes to the building as well as the creation of a new dining hall, and will be instrumental in getting D2 caught up to the standard Virginia Tech has become known for. While it remains to be seen whether Virginia Tech can maintain its current ranking with the various challenges they have and may face, it is clear that the dining services and their staff are and will continue to make the effort to provide students with the quality of food and service that has been recognized by the Princeton Review.

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hard work was worth it, though, as he states that it is one of his proudest accomplishments. Anand stressed that the importance of their cause comes from St. Jude’s generosity in not charging their patients. “From transportation to treatment, research (to) care, they even have therapy for siblings of kids who are diagnosed with cancer so they can understand why their younger or older brother or sister is getting more attention than them; they really think of everything and they don’t charge anybody for any of it,” he said. Daily operations of the facility cost $2.5 billion. “Every little donation goes a long way,” Anand added. “Twenty-five dollars will buy a kid a little wagon, so instead of wheeling them around in a wheelchair, they take them around in a wagon to make it seem like a fun thing. They try and take away the fear and uncertainty of being in a hospital, fighting a condition like cancer, especially as a child.” This year the fraternity aims to raise $200,000, increasing from last year’s mark by $50,000. Anand would also love to see them hit $750,000 total for the

last five years, saying, “That would be something I’d be really proud of, but no matter what, every cent helps.” Some f rater n ities work with local causes instead of national organizations. Sigma Nu will keep its philanthropy in Montgomery County by turning its house into a haunted house for the Mo nt go m e r y C o u nt y Animal Care and Adoption Center. Last year they also stayed local and worked with Feeding America, Southwest Virginia. Junior finance major Ben Kennedy, community service and philanthropy chairman for the fraternity, detailed how they decided on the spooky theme. “Last year we did our first ever haunted house; we decided about a month beforehand that we wanted to do something on campus. We recently had an influx of really passionate brothers and they wanted to make a bigger impact and reach out to the local community,” he said. This year’s house, which will be open Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 8-11 p.m., has taken a year’s worth of planning. The entire philanthropy is a full three days long, and includes a percentage night at Panda Express and a puppy petting zoo at the Blacksburg Recreation Center. Beta Theta Pi will also be

ANTHONY WU / COLLEGIATE TIMES Sigma Nu will be turning its house into a haunted house this year to support the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center later this week, Oct. 15, 2018.

staying local this year and benefiting the Montgomery County Christmas Store in Christiansburg, Virginia. Matt Baker, a junior studying business information technology, describes the store as “a shop that gives families a dignified way of picking up toys off the shelf for their families if they’re underprivileged. Essentially, it’s just raising a lot of money to buy a ton of toys for families in the area.” While this is their first year working with the store,

Twenty One Pilots portrays struggle with mental health in album ‘Trench’

Baker said that the experience has been incredible. Not only are they raising money this year, but the brothers are most excited for donating their time to the store. “Most of us raise somewhere in the neighborhood of $5,000 to maybe $15,000, so what we’re trying to do in addition to that money is donate our time,” he said. “We’ll have sign-ups throughout the semester where brothers or any of their friends, other sororities, anybody who

wants to participate can go. They actually need a lot of help stocking the shelves with just a ton of toys and actually bringing them (to the store).” Beta’s holiday themed philanthropy, Deck the Halls, will span three days, from Nov. 28 to Nov. 30 and will include a percentage night, a basketball tournament, and a puppies and potluck event. Last year, the fraternity raised around $10,000 for the National Alliance on Mental Illness

in Roanoke; Baker said that they would love to meet or exceed that goal. These fraternities put a lot of heart into raising money for the causes that are important to them. In the spirit of Ut Prosim, I highly encourage taking the time to give back to the community with our different Greek organizations.

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Morphing themes from its older songs into a new sound, Twenty One Pilots is constantly evolving its music. EMILY CARTER

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After a yearlong hiatus and a three-year wait, Twenty One Pilots has released its fourth album: “Trench.” Like other Twenty One Pilots albums, the two members Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun reference their struggles with mental illness frequently throughout the music. Twenty One Pilots also mentions suicide in some of its songs. T he t itle “Trench” symbolizes the lowest part of someone’s life due to mental illness. It is the lowest of the low, and Twenty One Pilots believes that it is increasingly difficult to escape the “Trench.” “Trench” is different from other Twenty One Pilots albums because a good percentage of the songs are in reference to a fictional world named Dema. Dema represents the mental illness that Joseph and Dun are constantly battling. Listeners were introduced to Dema this year with the website dmaorg. info. Listeners gained access to letters by a man named Clancy who lived in Dema and was trying to escape. Clancy is continuously trying to escape Dema, but a “robed rider” character in the music videos prevents Clancy from actually completing his escape. The songs on “Trench” that directly reference the world of Dema are “Jumpsuit,” “Morph,” “Nico and the Niners,” “Bandito” and “Leave the City.” Some

other songs may also have references to Dema but the music videos have not been released. In the released music videos “Nico and the Niners” and “Jumpsuit,” Joseph plays Clancy, trying to escape Dema (depression and other mental illnesses). You don’t have to listen to the album to understand the music videos; you can listen to the album, never watch the videos and understand the concept of the song. The music videos just help the listener get a better understanding of what is referenced in the songs. Out of the Dema-related songs, “Jumpsuit” and “Morph” are the ones that stick out the most to me. “Jumpsuit” is the first song on the album and the first single released for “Trench.” “Jumpsuit” transitions to the “Trench” theme by introducing listeners to Dema but not completely changing Twenty One Pilots’ sound. Joseph still raps quickly and occasionally screams in his songs. Like most Twenty One Pilots songs, “Morph” has a great beat and even better lyrics. Some notable songs that don’t have anything to do with Dema are “Legend” and “Smithereens.” Both songs give listeners a glimpse into Joseph’s personal life. “Smithereens” is a love song to Joseph’s wife, Jenna, telling her that he will defend her honor even if that means getting smashed to “smithereens.” “Legend” is Joseph telling his future family members about his

grandfather. Joseph’s grandfather passed away earlier in the year and it’s obvious in the song that Joseph misses him dearly. Both songs are mellow and balance out some of the darker songs. Personally, I’m a big fan of both of them. Some other songs I’m a fan of are “The Hype,” “Neon Gravestones” and “Chlorine.” “The Hype” gives me major “Vessel” vibes and reminds me of a slightly darker “We Don’t Believe What’s on TV.” I was a fan of Twenty One Pilots mixing songs from other genres into its albums — I’m glad they did it here. “Neon G ravestones” carries an emotional message. Joseph believes that celebrities committing suicide causes them to be celebrated. If Joseph does decide to take his own life, he doesn’t want his death to be glorified by his fans. “Chlorine” is a pretty dark song, but, gosh, it’s catchy. I do not believe that people should drink chlorine to “cleanse” themselves but I sure love singing about it. When I listened to the album I wasn’t a fan right away. I loved “Vessel” and “Blurryface,” but I didn’t like the new sound Twenty One Pilots was introducing. The more I listened to “Trench,” the more I realized that Twenty One Pilots hasn’t changed; it has just evolved. Because of this, I give this album four out of five stars.

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College demands discipline in several areas. Pick up beneficial study and personal care strategies in these free seminars coming up. CELINA NG

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The transition from high school to college can be a difficult process for many people because they are living away from home for the first time. However, being in college gives students more freedom over many aspects of their daily lives, such as what professors they get, what times they have classes and how they choose to spend their day. On the other hand, more freedom in college also means more responsibility, especially when it comes to learning and doing schoolwork. Even though some people might have gotten away with getting good grades with minimal effort in high school, poor study habits are less likely to lead to success in college. Since exams, projects and papers typically make up a majority of a student’s grade, college students need to spend more hours on schoolwork compared to high school. For people interested in improving their academic skills, the Student Success Center hosts a series of weekly seminars to teach participants strategies that will help them be more successful in college. For students in Pamplin’s Undergraduate Mentoring Program (PUMP), attending a seminar can help to fulfill the academic activities requirement. Each seminar lasts an hour, and participants have the chance to interact and ask relevant questions. Here are the upcoming seminars

that will be offered in October and November. Reading and notetaking for comprehension and retention This seminar will help students make the most of their time while they are studying and learning. After all, not being able to recall the material after spending many hours reading textbooks and taking notes is unproductive. During this seminar, participants will learn techniques to help them memorize material, stay focused while reading, increase their reading comprehension skills and improve their note-taking skills. It will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 5–6 p.m. in the Slusher Academic Resource Center. For those who cannot attend this seminar, it will be held again on Thursday, Nov. 1 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. in 111 Femoyer Hall. Successful test-taking Taking tests can be a nerve-wracking task for many people. Since tests are a large portion of a student’s grade, it is important to adequately prepare to take tests to prevent hurting one’s grades. This seminar will provide tips on how to prepare for tests, remain calm during a test and learn from mistakes after getting a test back. It will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 24 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Slusher Academic Resource Center. Ti m e m a n a ge m en t bootcamp It is easy for students to feel overwhelmed with everything that they need

to accomplish each day. After all, they need to balance numerous tasks, such as attending classes, completing schoolwork, working, participating in clubs, exercising, sleeping, eating, preparing meals, clea n i ng, ma i nt a i n i ng personal hygiene, relaxing, and keeping in touch with friends and family from back home. No one wants to constantly work without having time to relax; however, it can be hard to balance time for work and play since there are not unlimited hours in each day. As a result, this seminar will help participants get organized and learn how to manage their time more effectively. It will be on Monday, Oct. 29 from 3:30– 4:30 p.m. in the Slusher Academic Resource Center. Overcoming procrastination Everyone knows that they should not procrastinate, but many students are guilty of doing it on a regular basis. For those who want to quit procrastinating, they can attend this seminar to learn how to use their free time more efficiently to avoid rushing at the last minute. It will provide students with tips on how to motivate themselves to start their work early and help them design a study/ homework plan to break up the workload. This seminar will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 7 from 5–6 p.m. in 111 Femoyer Hall. Making it through the final stretch As the semester continues, it can be easy

FILE 2015 Many seminars offered by the Student Success Center take place in the Slusher Academic Resource Center.

to lack motivation and feel stressed out over upcoming exams, papers, group projects and other obligations. Consequently, this seminar will help participants stay motivated, manage stress, use their time wisely and learn effective test-taking strategies. It will take place in 111 Femoyer Hall on five separate occasions: Thursday, Nov. 8 from 5–6 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 12

from 4–5 p.m.; Wednesday, Nov. 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 15 from 3:30–4:30 p.m.; and Tuesday, Nov. 27 from 5–6 p.m. All seminars are free, and no pre-registration is required to attend them. However, students should arrive early since space is limited. For more information, contact Todd Rakes, the assistant director of the

Student Success Center, by email (tjrakes@vt.edu) or phone (540-231-5499).

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Contemporary Dance Ensemble promotes creativity through diversity Though the dance team is non-competitive, it hosts shows every semester to showcase a variety of dance styles.

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The C ont em p o r a r y Dance Ensemble at Virginia Tech, CDE for short, is one of the few non-competitive dance teams at Virginia Tech. “Not being competitive gives us more time to create because we’re not stressed,” said senior and student director Amber Wallace, an animal and poultry sciences major. “We don’t need to win. We’re just showing off our creativity, who we are.” As student director, Wallace’s job is to act as the official CDE representative and make sure the organization runs smoothly. Wallace puts aside at least two hours every day for CDE related tasks. “Being student director

is difficult,” Wallace said. “It’s stressful, but honestly, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.” Technically speaking, CDE is not a team, but rather a student-run company of dancers associated with Virginia Tech. “We’re not a dance sorority,” Wallace said. “We’re focused on the dance.” Regardless of its official reputation, the members of CDE still consider themselves a team. “You’re in a family and you know everyone,” said freshman human development major Sara Benton. “We have a lot of team bonding ... like movie nights, we actually have one this weekend.” The team has a number of bonding events like hikes

and movie nights. CDE even has a leadership position dedicated to bonding with new members. “(The team) was super inviting,” said freshman marketing major Skylar Taube. “The first week, the new girl ambassador — her name is Holly — was like ‘I’m your dance mom this year,’ and that was super cool.” CDE is divided into two groups, full and associate company, both of which perform at shows. However, full company is considered to be the more advanced group and is more dedicated, something Wallace hopes to change. Instead of focusing on competitions, CDE puts together a show each semester. Last spring, its show was dedicated to

COURTESY OF CARLEE WKYER The Contemporary Dance Ensemble rehearses, Sept. 9, 2018.

suicide awareness and it donated a portion of the money raised to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The show itself told a story about a suicidal individual, and each of the pieces related to this central theme. “We really wanted to

CDE’s upcoming shows as well as the company in general. She handles all social media platforms, website maintenance, and photo or video coverage of the team. “I enjoy the aspect of promoting a show and figuring out the logistics of

“ The dancers come from various studios and have different styles, but they have one thing in common: their passion for dance.

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show how when someone is in that situation, the people around them can affect them and help lift them back up again,” said Carlee Wyker, a senior majoring in human nutrition, food and exercise. “I choreographed a piece for that called ‘Safe Inside.’ The piece was kind of just about how someone is offering another person help and they are refusing it at first and ... you just have to keep going back and keep offering it because at some point they’re going to need it. It’s about showing unconditional love towards people.” The team hopes to come up with an equally creative theme for its upcoming show this semester. “This year we’re thinking about doing a sitcom series and doing an episode for each dance,” Wallace said. “But, it’s still a work in progress.” As public relations chair, it’s Wyker’s job to promote

the show and everything,” Wyker said. CDE members are given a chance to contribute to the team by choreographing a piece for the show. “In (competitions), you don’t really have the opportunity to be in charge or be creative,” Wyker said. “CDE gives you the opportunity to be a choreographer and be creative.” While choreographing a piece is not a requirement for all members, most see it as a chance to improve their skills as a dancer. “Choreographing is a lot of work, but I’m really fortunate to have had that opportunity,” Wyker said. Despite the company’s name, not all dances are contemporary; pieces vary in style, based on the choreographer. The show incorporates jazz, tap, hip-hop and, of course, contemporary, since different dancers favor different styles.

“My favorite style of dance is contemporary because I get to show movement and technique while expressing myself as a dancer,” Benton said. T he tea m has a n upcoming Remembrance Through the Arts (RTA) workshop that is open to the general public, so anyone who wants to learn to dance can attend — no prior experience necessary. CDE holds tryouts in both the fall and spring semesters; there are two tryout dates in the fall, but only one in the spring. While experience is not mandatory to try out for the team, the majority of CDE members have dance experience. “In high school, I danced a lot,” Taube said. “It was the biggest part of my life outside school. So, when I came to Virginia Tech I had to figure out a way to keep that.” The dancers come from various studios and have different styles, but they have one thing in common: their passion for dance. “We’re all one big family,” Wallace said. “Even though we come from different backgrounds, we all love to dance.”

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What to make of Tech’s epic comeback over UNC Despite struggling to get anything going against a stout Tar Heel defense, the Hokies showed resiliency at just the right time. ROBBY FLETCHER assisant sports editor

With the difference of just a few plays, the mood of this article could have been drastically different than what it is right now. With the exception of about six minutes, this did not look like Virginia Tech’s game to win. For all intents and purposes, it looked like a team unprepared for a freshman quarterback coming into his starting debut and a rushing attack that generated 6.2 yards per carry and 235 total yards against Bud Foster’s side. It was an uninspiring performance by a team deflated by a primetime loss at home to one of the best schools in the nation just a week ago. Yet when this game was all said and done, and quarterback Ryan Willis capped off an incredible 18-play, 98-yard drive in just under six minutes with a 1-yard throw in the flat to H-back Dalton Keene, I realized that all of that will go by the wayside and that this game will be remembered by the Hokie faithful as more than just a victory against a struggling 1–3 North Carolina, but as a testament to the grit and perseverance of this team. Everyone can agree that as far as ugly wins go, that

was possibly the ugliest it can get. The Tar Heels had the Hokies on the ropes all game with a stellar performance by a secondary that held Damon Hazelton to just two catches, only the first time he’s caught less than four receptions since the season opener against Florida State. The secondary also accounted for two interceptions against Willis. North Carolina did an especially great job of taking away the deep ball from Tech, not giving Willis anything easy down the field even in man-to-man situations. The pass rush also gave Willis fits in the pocket all game, sacking him four times. Speaking of Willis, it was not a picture-perfect performance for the Kansastransfer starting in his third game of the season. For the first time this season, Willis struggled to find any sort of rhythm in the passing game and instead had to rely on his feet to move the ball late in the game. Of the 98 yards on the final drive, Willis accounted for 31 of them thanks to some smart designed runs and some improvisation outside of the pocket. Willis’ fourth-and-9 scamper for 12 yards may very well have been the play of the game, and he finished the day as Tech’s leading

rusher with 88 yards off of 15 carries. It’s hard not to think that his mobility might have been what saved Tech from a disastrous 3–3 record and its first conference loss of the season. It was the kind of gutsy performance that wins over a locker room and a fanbase just as the Hokies start to get deep into ACC play. As with assessing Willis’ performance, it’s hard to examine Foster’s defense and not come away a little d isapp oi nt e d. M isse d tackles were a common theme throughout the night for the Hokies as the Tar Heels dominated in the run game. Even with a replacement at quarterback due to injury, the defense never looked in control and instead gave up huge chunk plays that led to seven red zone trips. Granted those red zone trips only led to 19 points for North Carolina, but it’s concerning to see, especially considering the incredible start to the season this defense had against Florida State. This was a defense that was supposed to improve throughout the season, but they’ve instead left us with more questions than answers. It’d be criminal of me not to mention the positives of the defense tonight though, as true-freshman linebacker

Hokies battle run-heavy Yellow Jackets at Lane Justin Fuente searches for his first career win against Georgia Tech as Virginia Tech aims to stay perfect in conference play. DEVIN SHEPARD sports staff writer

After a bye week for both teams this upcoming week, the Yellow Jackets of Georgia Tech will head into Blacksburg on Oct. 25 to take on the Hokies. Head coach Paul Johnson’s team has been a mixed bag this season, and will be looking to get back into ACC contention after a 1–3 conference start. While Virginia Tech has struggled at times this season, the Hokies will look to continue their three-game winning streak in ACC play and stay atop the Coastal Division. Virginia Tech has not beaten Georgia Tech under Justin Fuente, and will look to do so for the first time in this Thursday night matchup. T he Georgia Tech triple option offense is led by senior quarterback TaQuon Marshall. The dual-threat signal caller out of Hamilton, Georgia, headlines the nation’s No. 1 rushing attack and has amassed 598 rushing yards and nine touchdowns this season. The Hokies’ first priority must be slowing down Marshall in this game. Though the Yellow Jackets are not known for passing, when they do, Marshall looks for A-back Clinton Lynch. Lynch is Georgia Tech’s leading receiver with 209 yards and two touchdowns on the year. Making way for the rushing attack will be junior guard Parker Braun, the 280-pound

monster out of Hallsville, Texas, who was a first team All-ACC selection last year and is continuing his success in 2018. As for the Yellow Jackets’ defense, they have struggled immensely through the first six weeks. Johnson’s defense ranks 82nd in yardage and 81st in points given up per game. Even in their huge win over Louisville, they surrendered 33 points. They will need senior linebacker Brant Mitchell to play a great game if they want to stop Virginia Tech’s offensive attack. He is the captain of the defense and leads the team with 26 tackles. As for the Hokies, quarterback Ryan Willis has played surprising well in Josh Jackson’s absence. Through three starts, Willis has thrown for 862 yards with seven touchdowns and only three picks. Willis had depended on breakout star receiver Damon Hazelton, who continues his excellent season now fourth in the ACC with 515 receiving yards. The Virginia Tech offense has been inconsistent this season, but should be able to roll against the Yellow Jackets with good play-calling. The key player in stopping the Georgia Tech run will be linebacker Rayshard Ashby, who has played surprisingly well filling the shoes of former Hokie Tremaine Edmunds. Fourth in the ACC in tackles, Ashby has definitely been a bright spot for a strong Hokie

front seven that ranks sixth in the nation in rushing defense. The problem with the defense this year has been the inexperienced secondary. Ever since the opener versus Florida State, cornerback Caleb Farley has struggled to consistently perform and make plays on the back end of Bud Foster’s unit. He and Reggie Floyd should look to get back in rhythm in this game where they won’t be challenged much. Overall, this game should come down to a battle in the trenches. If the Hokies run defense can shut down Georgia Tech’s running game, they should have no trouble winning and capturing Fuente’s first win against the Yellow Jackets. Georgia Tech will look for mistakes in the Hokie game plan, but Virginia Tech should be able to pull out the win in front of the home crowd.

Final Score Prediction: VT 42, GT 28

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AHMED MUSTAFA / COLLEGIATE TIMES Virginia Tech’s Damon Hazelton (14) is tackled by UNC’s JK Britt (29) as he runs the ball, Oct. 13, 2018.

Dax Hollifield and sophomore Rayshard Ashby stepped up big to combine for 18 tackles and two tackles for loss. Hollifield is quickly emerging as a favorite of Foster midway through the season. Redshirt-freshman Caleb Farley also stood out for Tech as he was picked on all game on the deep ball yet he held his own. Farley’s development at cornerback has been one of the better stories for Virginia Tech this season and he proved his worth in Chapel Hill on Saturday night. However, no

one on the defense made a play as big as Tyree Rodgers did late in the fourth quarter. Rodgers’ forced fumble at Tech’s 1-yard line not only saved the game for the Hokies, but gave Tech the momentum it craved for the entire game. It’s no overexaggeration to call this the play of the season for Foster’s defense. Look ing for wa rd, Virginia Tech leaves Chapel Hill as an unranked, young 4–2 team that still has a lot of lingering questions surrounding its ceiling for

this season. Nobody really knows what team is going to show up every Saturday, nor do we know if this team is good enough to take on a team of Clemson’s caliber in the ACC, but what we do know is that this ragtag group will fight to the end of every game and do whatever it takes to come away with a victory, and if that isn’t Virginia Tech football, then I don’t know what is.

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make it out of Chapel Hill with a win. Willis went into the locker room with just 34 first-half passing yards, and UNC held on to a 9–7 lead at the start of the third quarter. The night played out as a grueling battle with mistakes aplenty for both teams. North Carolina outgained Virginia Tech 522–375 on yards from scrimmage, but was unable to capitalize on most of its possessions. Tech’s secondary had a night to forget, but lucked out a few times as Carolina receiver Dazz Newsome and freshman quarterback Cade Fortin couldn’t connect

on two wide open vertical routes, near certain touchdowns if the passes were completed. Tech’s defense rose to the occasion when it mattered most, however, as safety Tyree Rodgers dislodged the football from UNC running back Michael Carter at the Hokies’ own 2-yard line. Rodgers’ forced fumble, scooped up by Jovonn Quillen, set the stage for Willis and the Hokie offense to take the lead back from their division rivals. The 98 yards Fuente’s offense needed to gain to score seemed daunting, especially as the Hokies faced four third downs and one fourth down on that drive alone. Willis used his feet to scramble on

that fourth-and-9 to reach the Carolina 28-yard line, giving the Hokies hope as they continued chipping away at both the yards and the clock, before halfback Dalton Keene hauled in the game-winning score with just 19 seconds left. Virginia Tech heads into a much-welcomed bye week before taking on a tricky triple option-based Georgia Tech team (3–4, 1–3 ACC) in a Thursday night game on Oct. 25. The Hokies will look to extend an even firmer grip on the Coastal Division after Miami’s loss to UVA.

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ETHAN CANDELARIO / COLLEGIATE TIMES Virginia Tech’s Robert Porcher IV (98) and Jordan Stout (92) celebrate after a 22–19 win at Kenan Memorial Stadium, Oct. 13, 2018.

AHMED MUSTAFA / COLLEGIATE TIMES North Carolina Tar Heels’ Antonio Williams (24) looks to make a move as Virginia Tech Hokies’ Hezekiah Grimsley (6) makes a saving tackle in the Hokies’ 22–19 victory at Kenan Memorial Stadium, Oct. 13, 2018.

ETHAN CANDELARIO / COLLEGIATE TIMES Virginia Tech’s Steven Peoples (32) evades the Tar Heels defense at Kenan Memorial Stadium, Oct. 13, 2018.

AHMED MUSTAFA / COLLEGIATE TIMES Notre Dame Fighting Irish’s Troy Pride Jr. (5) tips the ball to break up a pass to Virginia Tech Hokies’ Damon Hazelton (14) in the end zone. The Irish would route the Hokies 45–23 in Lane Stadium, Oct. 6, 2018.

AHMED MUSTAFA / COLLEGIATE TIMES Hokies’ Dalton Keene (29) runs in the game-winning touchdown against North Carolina to lead the Hokies to a 22–19 victory at Kenan Memorial Stadium, Oct. 13, 2018.

ETHAN CANDELARIO / COLLEGIATE TIMES Virginia Tech’s Reggie Floyd (21) holds up the Lunch Pail to fans after a last-second 22–19 win against the UNC Tar Heels at Kenan Memorial Stadium, Oct. 13, 2018.