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Vol. 130, Issue 3

Thursday, September 5, 2019 EMMA KLEIN | THE CAVALIER DAILY

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U.Va. College students can double minor starting fall 2019 For the first time in University history, students in the College will have the option to select two minor concentrations beginning this academic year. Brie Gertler, acting dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and a professor of Philosophy, told The Cavalier Daily that the new policy went into effect this month following several requests from students. “When a student double minors, the transcript reflects that the student has pursued multiple disciplines in some depth,” Gertler said. “The same is true of a double major, although of course a major indicates a greater mastery of a discipline than a minor. Students should consider their educational and career goals carefully before choosing the path that’s right for them.” Gertler added that all students should familiarize them-

selves with the Undergraduate Record, the official set of academic rules and regulations, including the new policy on minors — which states that students wishing to declare a second minor must ensure that at least one of their minor concentrations is in the College. With the change, the College also added a “no double counting rule” which states that “students who declare a minor beginning fall 2019 or later will no longer be able to share courses between their interdisciplinary College major/s and College minor/s.” The rule will go into effect immediately for all returning College students who declare a second College minor, according to the email from the College. EMMA KLEIN | THE CAVALIER DAILY

The College, which has its offices in Monroe Hall, offers a total of 39 minors.

Virginia football to sell alcohol, display fireworks at games

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The announcement also stated that pedestal scanners would be added to the stadium.

Virginia Athletics announced Thursday afternoon a number of changes to football gameday at Scott Stadium. Beer, wine and cider will be sold to attendees of ages 21 and over. New items have also been introduced to the concession menu, including new tacos — Philly steak, Buffalo chicken and zucchini — vegetarian burgers, local Virginia sausages and bratwurst. Additionally, concession stands have lowered the price of water to $3. During the football team’s entrance, the stadium will no longer present Adventures of Cavman but will show another opening video accompanied by pyrotechnics and bursts of flames. Virginia Athletics also announced fireworks to go off after Virginia scores during night games. The announcement

also stated that pedestal scanners would be added at the stadium’s gates to streamline the process of scanning tickets. A new partnership with the rideshare company Lyft means that a drop-off and pick-up area will be officially established at separate locations outside the stadium. The clear bag policy will remain in place for the upcoming season. Free bag checking will be implemented at the gates as well, for attendees who have bags not complying with the policy. The space at these checking locations will be limited, so guests are encouraged to leave their non-clear bags at home. The changes will go into effect with the start of the 2019 season as Virginia plays William & Mary at home Sept. 6. Virginia’s first game is away against Pittsburgh this weekend.

Controversy arises around A$AP Ferg’s Welcome Week performance The University Program Council hosted A$AP Ferg Aug. 24 in the Amphitheater as part of Welcome Week events for new and returning students. However, some students said the performer’s language made them feel unwelcome. Hunter Wagenaar, a third-year College student and Student Council representative, tweeted after the concert about Ferg’s offensive language during his performance, which included homophobic slurs in a new song debuted at the concert and sexist comments towards female attendees. Wagenaar said UPC stepped in and asked Ferg to stop making the comments after the rapper told female attendees to “take their titties out” and asked “what two girls can twerk on me?” UPC declined to comment but issued a statement Tues-

day night on the concert’s event page. “The members of the University Programs Council (UPC) want to acknowledge the derogatory comments made by the artist towards women and the LGBTQ+ community at the concert this past Saturday evening,” the statement read. “We apologize to anyone who may have been negatively impacted by these comments. UPC does not condone the sentiments expressed by the artist. We thank everyone who has reached out to us in regards to this matter. As a student-run organization, we aim to create inclusive and welcoming events for all members of the University. Moving forward, UPC will do everything we can to uphold this mission so that a similar situation will not occur in the future.”

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Rapper made homophobic slurs and sexist comments during his Aug. 24 concert.

Clemons Library first floor reopens

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The first floor now offers 350 seats, standing desks, charging stations and LED lights.

After being closed for the entire 2018-2019 academic year for renovations, the first floor of Clemons Library reopened to the public last month. In the past year, the first floor — known for its designation as a silent study space — has undergone a series of updates, which have cost the University just under $5 million. Prominently featured is the first floor’s new compact shelving, built to hold Alderman Library materials as the University’s central humanities and social sciences library undergoes renovations beginning in May 2020. The compressed shelving blocks, which can be moved apart to create aisles for browsing books, can house about a half a million books. According to Esther Onega, the stacks delivery director of Alderman Renovation Planning, only 350,000

books are being moved from Alderman’s 1.7 million-item collection to Clemons, so that the library can order and house new books during the Alderman renovation. Library communications director Elyse Girard said the first floor of Clemons could become one of students’ “new favorite study spaces.” The first floor now offers 350 seats, standing desks that can be adjusted to certain heights, desk charging stations, LED lights and other amenities. The bathrooms have been renovated and a sprinkler system is in place on the first floor. If there is one thing that has not changed about Clemons first floor, it is that the space is still designated for silent study.

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University responds to statewide restriction on age for tobacco and nicotine usage Legislation raising legal tobacco age in the state of Virginia went into effect July 1 Ali Sullivan | Senior Associate Editor

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Within the University community, about 1/5 of students reported vaping in the last month — a statistic on par with the 22 percent of high school seniors who report the same.

In February, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam enacted legislation banning those under age 21 from buying tobacco and nicotine products in the state of Virginia. The law — intended to address what U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams deemed the youth vaping epidemic — went into effect July 1. To accord with the new law, the University changed its alcohol and drug policy to prohibit underage tobacco and nicotine product usage, noting that those who do not comply may be referred to University authorities. University spokesperson Wes Hester added that the University Judiciary Committee will also investigate and adjudicate reports of underage tobacco use under its 12

Standards of Conduct. Specifically, UJC will pursue sanctions under Standard 6 — violation of University policies as referenced in The Record — or Standard 10 — violation of federal, state or local law. The Record is an online repository of student-related policies and procedures. During the 2017-2018 term, these were the most violated standards of conduct, which mostly comprised of cases of underrage drinking and obtaining fake IDs. Shannon Cason, fourth-year College student and chair of the UJC, explained that UJC has been working to educate students on the law in the same way it informs students of penalties for underage alcohol use. “It’s something that a lot of peo-

ple might not be aware of as it is very, very new,” Cason said. Soon, Cason will meet with Tommye Sutton, chief of the University Police Department, to discuss how UPD intends to enforce the legal tobacco age. Cason noted that although the UJC plans to take underage tobacco use seriously, the organization will retain its focus on alcohol and drug usage. “Our main focus and priority still, and will continue to be, the issues with drinking as well as any marijuana issues that are going on around Grounds,” Cason said. According to Cason, UJC has not worked alongside Housing and Residence life to educate students on

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HRL instructed Resident Advisors to inform residents that underage use of tobacco could spell sanctions from the UJC.

the changed legal age for tobacco use. However, Marsh Pattie, assistant vice president of student affairs, said resident advisors were made aware of the updated University policies during their training, prior to the arrival of new residents. Andy Petters, Director of Residence Life, said in an email to the Cavalier Daily that RAs plan to treat underage tobacco use as they would alcohol — by asking the resident to dispose of the contraband. HRL also instructed RAs to inform residents that underage use of tobacco could spell sanctions from the UJC, like a reflective essay or community service. Joshua Fogel, a second-year College student living in Bond House, told The Cavalier Daily that his RA did not inform him of the policy change — instead, he learned about the law from friends. Meanwhile, Sydney Seligman, a second-year College student living in the Lambeth Field Apartments, said her RA outlined the updated University policy during a hall meeting. “He said that in terms of living in the U.Va. residence halls, it’s best to not do it at all even if you are over the age of 21 because it makes it difficult because so many people are underage here,” Seligman said. Within the University community, about 1/51/5 of students reported vaping in the last month — a statistic on par with the 22 percent of high school seniors who report the same. While cigarette usage has been on the decline in the United States, e-cigarettes — first introduced in the U.S. in 2006 — have risen in popularity, especially among youth. By 2014, e-cigarettes had become the most popular nicotine-delivery product among youth.

Launched in 2015, JUUL, a podbased e-cigarette, has become an ordinary sight everywhere from high school bathrooms to college libraries. The nicotine content in a single JUUL pod, which contains five percent strength, is equivalent to a pack of 20 cigarettes. JUUL’s ubiquity has been met with widespread concern from doctors and parents as well as swift government regulation — most recently in Michigan, Virginia and Texas. In November 2018, JUUL stopped selling fruit-flavored pods in retail locations at the request of the Food and Drug Administration. As localities grapple with the apparent vaping epidemic, an August press release from the Blue Ridge Poison Center at UVA Health warned of nearly 100 cases nationally of lung illnesses that appear to be linked to vaping. The release added that many patients reported using vaping devices with vape liquids that included THC, the active ingredient in marijuana. Although the risks involved with vaping are yet to be concretely determined, Tia Mann, associate director of the Office for Health Promotion, estimates that researchers will know more about the damage within the next few decades. “Research on vaping is in its infancy,” Mann said. “Long-term risks are going to take awhile to determine.” Students struggling with nicotine addiction may still seek help with tobacco cessation from the Student Health Center, regardless of their age.

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Student housing unfinished for first two weeks of classes Bond House furniture placed Sept. 4 Annabel Jones | Senior Writer

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Despite weather constraints delaying construction, students moved in to Bond House Aug. 25. However, for the first two weeks of classes, the apartments lacked furnishings, and residents shared mail and laundry services with Bice House.

Students moved into Bond House for the first time Aug. 25 before classes resumed at the University, but some students told The Cavalier Daily that the on-Grounds housing remained partially unfinished until Sept. 4. University spokesperson Wes Hester noted that the past year’s weather conditions delayed construction, yet, were not serious enough to prevent the fall 2019 move-in. Bond House, a new six-story building located on Brandon Avenue, is located near the Elson Student Health Center, the University Medical Center and the School of Nursing. The building is set up as four-student apartments, boasting full kitchens, up to two full baths, underground student parking and single-occupancy rooms. Although the building also has its own mail and laundry facilities, only the laundry facilities are ready for use on certain floors. Students are currently getting mail at Bice House.

The Brandon Avenue apartments come furnished with a full size bed, desk with chair and wastebasket, built-in closet, two dressers, sofa, two lounge chairs, a coffee table, end table, kitchen island with four bar stools and window blinds. The apartments also include air conditioning. Keith Jaco, a second-year College student and resident of Bond House, expressed mixed feelings about his new living arrangement, especially because of construction issues. “The rooms are nice, but you can clearly tell it's not finished,” Jaco said. “I like having the kitchen setup. I like the large beds, and it's in a pretty good location. I think that the decorations [are] a bit lacking right now. I think they're trying to fix that.” Before Sept. 4, there was no furniture in the study rooms or common spaces of Bond House. Katherine Choi, a second-year College student and resident of Bond House, was not bothered by the construction, except her

outlets which weren’t working. She also described the uncertainty surrounding the move-in, as the University’s Housing and Residence Life alerted incoming residents in June by email that the building was expected to be completed by the scheduled move-in period but there may be unexpected delays. In that event, students would be allowed release from the 2019-2020 housing agreement with no penalty or given HRL facilitated connections with off-Grounds apartments or temporary on-Grounds housing in Alderman Road or McCormick Road residential areas with temporary free meal plans. On Aug. 14, HRL sent an additional email to residents stating that “there may be cosmetic needs that will be completed after you move in.” On Aug. 22, they notified students that work — such as cosmetic needs in hallways and common spaces — will continue in Bond House throughout the fall semester. Weekly emails will be sent to stu-

dents so they know if Facilities needs to access their apartment. “We didn't even know if we were moving in for sure until like a week before moving in,” Choi said. “In the email, they were saying that there's still going to be a lot of cosmetic needs — like within the building, in the hallways and the study rooms. And so I was almost expecting completely unfinished, but my hall... looks done.” Drew Fansler, a resident of Bond House and a second-year College student was positive about the move-in. “It was really good for as many people as there were and the lack of parking space,” he said. “I felt like it went really smoothly and they had everything very organized.” All residents of Bond House are second-year students. There are 172 female residents, 134 male residents and six resident advisors who live on each floor. Bond House is part of a new Brandon Avenue Upperclass

community. The House’s construction cost is estimated at $46 million. Through design features such as underground parking, green spaces and glass areas to showcase learning and activity, these apartments will apply some of the sustainability goals of the University. The green space features an open courtyard facing the south and west for lounging as well as landscaped areas by the courtyard containing terraced seating, steps and walkways.

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Three members step down from Student Council positions Two positions have been filled while the Graduate Affairs Committee Chair position remains vacant Jenn Brice & Fateme Tavakoli | News Editor & Staff Writer Third-year College student Ellen Yates and fourth-year College student Rachael Hazlett were appointed to the position of Vice President for Administration and Chair of the Financial Accessibility Committee, respectively, last Tuesday, filling the positions left vacant by fourth-year Batten student Taylor Overton and third-year Curry student Nia Augustine. Architecture graduate student Matthew Slaats also resigned from his role as Chair of the Graduate Affairs Committee. Student Council is still looking to fill the position. Ellie Brasacchio, fourth-year College student and president of Student Council, said that Overon, Augustine and Slaats resigned over the summer due to personal reasons. Overton had assumed the role in the previous administration after fourth-year College student Sydney Bradley resigned from the position in April 2018. He was reelected in February, having run unopposed. Yates was appointed to the VPA position by Brasacchio and the appointment was subject to approval by the legislative body. The appointment was approved

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Third-year College student Ellen Yates and fourth-year College student Rachael Hazlett were appointed to the Student Council positions during Student Council’s first meeting of the semester.

with 16 members in favor and one opposed during Student Council’s first general body meeting of the semester last Tuesday. “I have never seen Ellen do anything less than exceptional in all she does, and she will be a great VPA,” Brasacchio said. “We also appointed a new Chair of Financial Accessibility, Rachael Hazlett, who is deeply committed to the goals of the committee.”

Student Council’s Constitution states that the elected VPA position is to be filled by an approved appointment made by the president, rather than through a special election by the student body. During the vote, fourthyear Architecture student Harley Robertson brought up the idea that the organization’s constitution and bylaws not allowing for a special election restricts the

student body from choice via a popular vote. Robertson was the only member to vote against the appointment. Matthew Foreman, a thirdyear College student and Director of University Relations for Student Council, wrote in support of Yates stepping into the role in an email statement to The Cavalier Daily. “We're confident she'll do an

outstanding job based on her hard work and dedication to Student Council as demonstrated previously in her role as Chair of Student Life and Chief of Cabinet,” Foreman said. Hazlett’s appointment to the cabinet position was approved unanimously.

Student appointed to Va. African American Advisory Board Local activist and organizer Zyahna Bryant will serve as an advisor to the governor on issues impacting African Americans throughout Virginia Jenn Brice | News Editor First-year College student and Charlottesville native Zyahna Bryant was appointed to the Virginia African American Advisory Board Friday by Governor Ralph Northam’s administration. Northam (D-Va.) approved the creation of the advisory board in March, to promote “the development of economic, professional, cultural, educational and governmental links between the Commonwealth of Virginia and the African American community in Virginia.” The advisory board consists of 21 citizen members, 15 of whom must be African American. Bryant said that, as a student in this position, she has the opportunity to connect with other activists on Grounds and provide a platform for their work in her collaboration with other advisory board members, who similarly represent the progress being made in their respective communities.

Bryant made particular note of local issues such as educational equity, the fight for a living wage, public safety and the disproportionate achievement gap that marginalizes people of color. “I think all of these — the core issues laid out to the advisory board — are going to be on target with things that need to be addressed,” Bryant said. “And so I’m looking forward to being in company with some of these really great thought leaders who are already doing work in their own communities.” The board’s creation was approved by Northam just a month after racist photos from the governor’s medical school yearbook surfaced depicting him and a classmate dressed in blackface. Despite urges to step down in light of the controversy, Northam did not resign. “I was very intrigued by the fact that the governor did not step

down and was sort of figuring out what the next step would be,” Bryant said. “However, this community advisory board is far overdue, and it’s something that should have been established a long time ago.” Bryant emphasized the significance in the timing of the board’s establishment, noting the controversy surrounding Northam, the white nationalism demonstrated in Charlottesville two years ago and this year marking the recognition of 400 years of slavery in Virginia. Before the creation of the African American advisory board, Virginia had already established similar groups relating to Latinx and Asian community issues. “I feel like now is really an important time for people of color, especially black people, to be able to be in positions of leadership and to be able to make those changes,” Bryant said. Bryant has served as an activ-

ist and organizer advocating for racial justice in Charlottesville since she was 12 years old, when she organized a rally in 2013 in solidarity with Trayvon Martin and other unarmed black victims of police violence. Bryant founded the Black Student Union at Charlottesville High School in 2015, and in 2016 she petitioned Charlottesville City Council for the removal of the statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee and the renaming of Lee Park. The Council voted in favor of the statue’s removal and park renaming in February of 2017, but the statue could not be removed immediately due to a lawsuit filed referencing a state law that protects Civil War monuments. After the violent, white supremacist rally of Aug. 11 and 12 that year that resulted in the death of Charlottesville resident and peaceful counter-protestor Heather Heyer, the City covered the statue until

a circuit judge ruled that the covering be removed in February of 2018. This January, Bryant published “Reclaim,” a collection of poetry and essays about her activism and identity as a young black woman. Bryant said stepping into her new position as a member of the advisory board presents a unique opportunity to hold influence at the legislative level. “I just believe that there is power in having many different roles, and so there’s power in protest and community organizing, and there’s power in creating policy,” Bryant said. “I really want people to know there are different ways to do activism.”

LIFE Gender equality, marriage equality and wage equality — the notion of human equality permeates today’s social justice rhetoric. But to the average American, “blood equality” may be a foreign term. It is this lack of awareness that Homoglobin — a Virginia-based nonprofit founded this year — hopes to ameliorate. “When I tell people gay and bisexual men, in effect, can’t donate blood, most of them say they didn’t know,” said Austin Houck, firstyear Engineering student and Homoglobin’s co-founder, president and Chief Executive Officer. The policy to which Houck refers is the United States Food and Drug Administration’s deferral policy which mandates that all gay and bisexual men who engage in sexual activity with other men must abstain from sex for a year in order to donate blood. Homoglobin’s aim is to get this policy eliminated. “[The law] was enacted during a time of fear when no one really knew about HIV/AIDS,” Houck said of the deferral policy. “But now we have grown our knowledge on the issue so much and we have improved testing and prevention and treatment of HIV so much … that the policy has essentially become

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New nonprofit advocates for LGBTQ equality Student-run organization Homoglobin seeks to increase the quality of LGBTQ education and healthcare Charlie Teague | Feature Writer obsolete, and it equates gay sex with risky sex.” According to Ian Allum, co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Homoglobin and freshman at Virginia Commonwealth University, the policy “has proved to be on the basis of discrimination and not on the basis of science.” Alongside blood equality advocacy, Homoglobin’s other goals include improving STI testing methods and availability and the integration of LGBTQ issues into high school education. Such reform would include sex education classes that cover safe sex between samesex couples and LGBTQ-inclusive history classes. “We advocate for LGBTQ history and civil rights [in education],” Allum said. “And we support people who contributed to these rights such as Ellen DeGeneres, Marsha P. Johnson and Alan Turing.” Homoglobin is headquartered in Alexandria, Va., and is beginning to operate in various locations throughout the state, specifically on school campuses. The organization currently has campus ambassadors operating at six Virginia schools —Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Tech, Old Dominion University, William and Mary, West

Potomac High School and U.Va. According to Allum, working as a campus ambassador is a great way for young people who care about LGBTQ issues to get involved with Homoglobin. “Wherever [people] reside, whether it’s a neighborhood or a college campus, they can… [gather] people… and [raise] awareness about Homoglobin,” Allum said. “If you go on our website, www.homoglobin.org, we have a section where people can apply to become a campus ambassador.” Officially launched in August 2019, Homoglobin’s work so far has largely focused on organizing infrastructure, collecting donations and spreading the word about the organization and its mission. The founders of the organization had to file documents with the IRS to become tax-exempt and file Form 102 with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for the solicitation of monetary contributions. Qudsia Saeed, Homoglobin Secretary and Chief Operating Officer and West Potomac High School senior, noted that Homoglobin is planning a 5k run in the Alexandria area sometime in the coming week to publicize their campaign.

“Right now we’re planning for an event to happen next week, and we’re gonna get it on the radio,” said Saeed. “We’ve collected plenty of donations, and [we] always welcome … more. Just collecting donations and spreading the word is what we’ve been doing [so far].” Beyond this work, Homoglobin hopes to organize future fundraising events, team up with local health care providers, lobby policymakers and conduct STEM cell drives. “While gay and bisexual men can’t donate blood, they can donate stem cells,” Houck said. “So [stem cell drives] are a good way to raise awareness of the issue.” And beyond these initiatives Homoglobin hopes to become a regional and eventually, a nationwide enterprise. “Spreading through the DMV area would be our goal,” Saeed said. “It’s a big area, and it’s super liberal, and eventually we hope to make this … a [national] thing where … everybody can be a part of it.” Houck said they are looking to expand out of the state as well — to all 50 states and particularly to the deep South, a deep focus for the team. Allum emphasized that Homo-

globin aims to help not only the LGBTQ community but Americans in need of blood donations. “Nowadays in America, blood donations are encountering a lot of shortages, and it’s coming to a point where the FDA doesn’t … acknowledge a big pool of blood that could potentially save … lives,” Allum said. “If we have the chance to save everyone who needs this blood, why don’t we give them that chance, especially when they screen [the blood] for HIV?” According to Houck, people should support blood equality not only because it is a pressing issue but because the policy-making and outreach involved is highly accessible to the public. “The FDA’s Blood Products Advisory committee, the people who meet to decide on this policy, their meetings are once a year, and they are pretty much open to the public,” Houck said. “So it’s so much more accessible. And if people want to say, ‘I did something for the LGBTQ community,’ this is definitely one of the easiest things for them to do.”

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From left to right, Ian Allum, Austin Houck, Qudsia Saeed and Josh Harris currently make up Homoglobin’s team.

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VISAS program celebrates 20 years Get to know this ESL program and its community of domestic and international members Anna Grace Chang | Feature Writer There are countless organizations on Grounds aiming to make the University a better place, but for Colombia native Karolina Naranjo, one in particular has had the greatest impact on her time here in Charlottesville — the Volunteers with International Students, Staff and Scholars. Karolina Naranjo joined the VISAS program as an English Language Learner last year. Naranjo is the spouse of a U.Va. faculty member, and she discovered the program when she saw a flyer for it on Grounds. Originally a native of Colombia, she is currently a visiting scholar and working on research at the University of Virginia School of Law. She was especially excited about the space VISAS provided to meet new people. “The VISAS program is an opportunity to make friends and to be connected with community — Charlottesville community — and especially international students,” Naranjo said. “So after I enjoyed 12 months of the VISAS program, I could say that I made friends [and] I improved my English.” VISAS is made up of eight programs aimed at fostering dialogue between domestic volunteers and

international members of the University community. The program currently has 364 international participants and 236 volunteers. VISAS is part of the University’s Center for American English Language and Culture, and its goal is to provide English Language Learners with a safe space to practice English and refine their knowledge of American culture. Elizabeth Wittner, the academic director and international TA program coordinator for VISAS, founded the program 20 years ago because she recognized a desire among domestic and international community members alike to get to know people of other cultures and learn how to better relate to each other. “When I asked my ESL graduate student in class … ‘How often do you speak English?’ it’s like an hour or less a day,” Wittner said. “I always thought that by immersion they would be learning the language and learning the culture, but there are such silos for all of us. It’s gotten really hard to meet people.” VISAS’ most popular program is its Language Consultant program, in which small groups of ELLs meet with a native speak-

er for an hour a week and engage in casual English conversations. The LC groups decide among themselves where to meet across Grounds. However, VISAS also has programs geared toward international TAs, staff at the University and their families and community members. All VISAS’ programs are free for ELLs. Anyone at the University — from faculty to staff to community members — interested in having engaging conversations with international participants can apply to volunteer with VISAS. Interns, who are volunteers with at least a semester of experience who commit to help on-staff for a year, participate in an orientation week at the beginning of every school year. Orientation week involves preparing curriculum and recruiting volunteers and international participants. ELLs do not have to apply for the VISAS program, and they can register at the beginning of the semester on the VISAS website. “One of the things I respect the most about VISAS is that its very much a mutual exchange, and [it is] as much about learning about people that are coming to Charlottesville and making their homes here,

trying to figure out the school system here, as it is about doing something as a volunteer,” said Emma Westerhof, a fourth-year College student and VISAS intern. Fourth-year College student Jenny Lim emigrated from South Korea when she was 12, so she sympathizes with the difficulties that ELLs face. “It’s one thing to be able to academically write or speak, but another thing to really understand American culture,” Lim said. “The first program I got involved with was the ESL assistant program because I was an ESL student when I first came and so I wanted to kind of give back as a student.” Similarly, fourth-year College student Mira Sridharan got involved with VISAS because of her experience as a young child editing chemistry lesson plans for her mother, a high-school teacher and first-generation immigrant to America. “When [Sridharan’s mother] was first getting started teaching, she’d pitch her chemistry lessons to me, to be like ‘Is my English right? Is my grammar right?’” Sridharan said. “I know my mom would have loved to have such a program, so it

meant so much for me to get involved and be that for someone else.” VISAS Program Coordinator Trecia Gunnoe explained what makes this particular program so unique. “When Liz [Wittner] travels … everyone asks ‘How do you get all of these students to [volunteer]?’... and she says, it’s just the culture at the University,” Gunnoe said. “There’s no program like this in the country.” Volunteers and ELLs alike treasure this program for its unique ability to bring people of different backgrounds together. Naranjo noted that even though she has had to struggle to learn English, her work has paid off in the long run. She provided some encouragement to other individuals striving to learn English. “English requires a lot of work,” Naranjo said, “The learning process seems sometimes difficult but … English is like love — it’s try, and try, try, try, try, try and never give up.”

How to navigate the Sheetz menu Tips to keep you from saying “oh sheet” at the end of the night Maddie McNamee | Food Columnist Parents and pamphlets can only be so informative about first-year essentials. Luckily, I have some life-saving, commonly forgotten tips — no college counselor could match my expertise. What do you do when it’s been a long night and your stomach is rumbling for grub to soak up the night’s mistakes? Head to Sheetz, obviously. So you get to the exciting touchscreen menu, which seems like a fun game with the prize being delectable snacks. But how do you win this game? Your eyes are glazing over and the enticing pictures on the screen have you craving options you didn’t know existed. How does one walk out of Sheetz with a full heart, stomach and wallet? Don’t stress — I’ve got the cheat codes even Honor would approve of. Your mom may have taught you how to make your bed and take care of your sheets, but what about the Sheetz that truly matter? The first challenge is figuring out what you want. If you’re coming

back from a night out, your stomach is already filled with liquid. But if you’re stopping in between classes for a quick fix, their specialty drinks are ideal. I personally love their cold brew for its $3 price. You might feel tempted to be healthy and order a smoothie, but that’s basically like going to White Spot because you want a salad. If you’re going to overload on sugar from Sheetz, you might as well go fullout and order a fluffernutter shake. The combination of peanut butter, marshmallow and chocolate is more comforting than any care package your parents might send you. Maybe it is one of those late nights where the only thing that can revive you is the Sheetz madeto-order menu. I have a two-word remedy that will cure any hanger — Appz. Sampler. For just $5 you can select three fried appetizers. For the indecisive, this is absolutely ideal. If you’re trying to watch your health from late-night eats, how bad could this be? I mean it’s only a sampler.

It’s hardly a meal. It’s the perfect amount of food to satiate your shambly self but also prevent yourself from overeating. If you get the appz sampler, there is no way you can walk out without mac ’n cheese bites. Honestly, you could select them for all three of your appetizer choices, and I wouldn’t judge. But if you want a variety, I also recommend the boneless bites, onion rings or jalapeno poppers. You’ve gotta get your money’s worth, so don’t get mac ’n cheese bites, Wisconsin cheese curds and mozzarella bites because essentially they’re all just fried cheese. The same goes for getting boneless bites and popcorn chicken together. Why are you limiting yourself on the types of fried goodness? Maybe your stomach is ravenous, and it’s a cheat day. Substantial cheat codes are needed before your hangry self orders every item on the menu. Trust me, it happens. I’ve heard horror stories about peo-

ple ordering $50-plus meals and never even receiving them because they get too tired to wait. You don’t want to be that person. It’s more disappointing than forgetting your first college assignment is due. To avoid this predicament, go for the meal deal. For $5 or less, you can get a sandwich with Fryz and a fountain drink. The meatball sub will definitely get you the most bang for your buck with this order. By sticking to a meal deal, your order will be fast and filling. If your courageous brain strives to express some creativity, then you might be in the mood to make your own order. While this is fun, you must take precautions. I’ve had a friend practice this bravery and leave feeling defeated — she opened some form of a meat sandwich that had an unwanted sauce in it. To avoid this, you need a game plan. I recommend going for the quesarito — it feels exciting and bold, as it is a burrito made from a quesadilla. But the made-to-order choices for

the fillings are all safe bets. You can select various Mexamerican fillings, but avoid the tempting offer to “wrap some totz in your burrito” at the end. Your overtired brain may think this is the work of a creative genius, but trust me, your stomach will not agree. First-year advice — skip Crossroads and stop at Sheetz on your walk home to dorms. While “Croads” may have “free” food, Sheetz satisfies hunger like no other. Not only is its grease ideal for late-night munchies, it’s satisfying in the daylight too. You won’t catch me at White Spot, Christian’s or Crossroads in the bright of the day ever. But I will proudly waltz into Sheetz to grab some mac ‘n cheese bites when when my stressed self or wallet needs a break. Learn how to navigate the Sheetz menu effectively and you’re set to thrive.

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ISA promotes sustainability and eco-friendly practices Indian Student Association goes green with its second annual zero-waste event Maya Das | Feature Writer

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ISA members use eco-friendly materials to serve food at their second zero-waste event.

This past Sunday, students filled the Student Activities Building, eager to learn more about the University’s South Asian community and its affiliated organizations on Grounds. The room was soon filled with music, laughter, celebration and lots of food — all served with eco-friendly dinner materials. The India Student Association hosted its second wide-scale zero waste event on Sept. 1, which aimed to promote a sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. At an event with over 250 attendees, all dinner materials were either compostable or recyclable. ISA remains one of the only cultural organizations to host a sustainable event. As the largest cultural organization on Grounds, ISA hosts some of the biggest events with a community of over 400 members. In previous years, ISA would use styrofoam cups and plastic plates to serve drinks and food at events. Board members became

aware of the amount of waste this produced and decided to establish zero-waste events. This new initiative started with last year’s zero-waste India Day event and has continued since. In 2018, ISA was nominated for the Sustainability Award by Studco for its zero-waste annual India Day celebration and constant efforts to be an environmentally-friendly cultural organization. India Day, which took place at the Martin Luther King Performing Arts Center last year, had an estimated attendance of 1,000 people from all over the Charlottesville community. While ISA did not win the award, its board members had the opportunity to hear from other organizations about their efforts to reduce waste. “It was great exposure for us, and we felt rewarded for what we did,” said Shivani Saboo, president of ISA and fourth-year Engineering. Saboo reached out to the

University’s Student Council Sustainability Committee, which offered to cover the cost of compostable dinner materials for this year’s zero-waste general body meeting. The total cost for all the provided dinner materials amounted to $200. With the help of the Committee, Saboo was able to hire a composting service company to provide eco-friendly dinner materials. Several composting stations were set up at the event, complete with compost, trash and recycling bins. In addition, an ISA member monitored each station to prevent any contamination. As their second zero-waste event, members of ISA felt the event went a lot smoother since they had a better grasp on how to manage the various stations. While this event was much smaller than India Day, it was a more intimate experience for attendees. Incoming first-years had the opportunity to learn more about the University’s South Asian

community and interact with members from a wide range of organizations. “At India Day, it is on a stage, but here we are standing in front of people and get to connect with people on a more personal level,” Saboo said. Similar to previous ISA general body meetings, the zero-waste event was open to all University students. This year, ISA hopes to work with other organizations to get more students involved. They are currently working to involve the Pakistani, Muslim and Sikh Student Associations in more ISA events, which has not been done in the past. “We want to be more representative of our members’ background[s] because everyone is really diverse,” said Divya Shan, third-year College student and ISA service chair. Throughout the evening, Indian dance teams such as the U.Va. HooRaas, Virginia Di Shaan, Jazba and Sharaara put on a variety

of performances. Additionally, members of the executive board used this time as an opportunity to announce ISA’s goals, future events and student initiatives for the year. ISA’s partner organizations, which include the Hera Initiative, East Coast Showdown and Asha for Education, also set up stands around the room so interested students could learn more about each organization and their efforts on Grounds. While ISA members hope to attract incoming first-years, attendees ranged from first- to fourth- years interested in the University’s South Asian organizations. “I wanted to get an idea of what ISA is all about, and this general meeting did a great job of that,” first-year College student Sahithi Mankala said.

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Top 10 ways to enjoy the new semester A how-to on staying sane throughout the year Grace Breiner | Top 10 Writer

1. Small breaks I know we’re all very busy, so we have to enjoy the little moments. Your phone or laptop doesn’t need to be the center of attention all the time. Take a moment to look around. That 10-minute walk from Gilmer to Bryan may be hot right now, but it’s also pretty cute when you take it all in.

2. Fun classes Classes may be stressful, but you signed up for the ones you did for a reason — because you are interested in them! No one is forcing you to learn anymore. You do this because you love it. So don’t forget to enjoy it and make the most of the information you learn.

5. Explore Charlottesville Spending a part of my summer in Charlottesville showed me how much I’ve been neglecting all that it has to offer. If someone asks you for your favorite place to eat on the Corner and your first response is Sheetz or even Bodo’s, you have not been out of your comfort zone. I know, I know, I love their bagels too — but there are other places to eat.

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Plenty of people exercise in order to achieve this goal — ew. I personally enjoy driving around and blasting music. To each their own, but do literally anything so you don’t wind up having a mental breakdown.

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Fall is coming! We’ve only been here for a week, but I am already waiting for the leaves to turn orange and for sweater weather to begin. Get ready for hot chocolate and happiness — I know I am.

3. See your friends There may be one week where you have all the free time in the world to dedicate to your friends and the next where you have a packed Google Calendar that may require careful attention to even schedule a get-together. Regardless, hanging out with your friends should be a priority because they can make even the difficult things seem enjoyable.

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4. Get involved in activities

Crowds of people swarmed the activities fair this year, and it was so wonderful to see heaps of people eager to get involved at U.Va. The nearly overwhelming quantity of booths reminded me that there is truly something for everyone — you just have to take the time to try. Find out what you are passionate about and start exploring!

6. Find new things For first-years, all you will be doing this semester is discovering new classes you enjoy, new places to go and new people to see. For everyone else, it’s easy to get stuck in a routine. As much as I love a good routine, don’t let it settle into normalcy. Keep things interesting! Find a new hobby or explore a fun pastime. I hear golf is nice.

10. Do whatever you want When it comes down to it, you know what will make you happy. Make sure to take some time to reflect on what that is. Prioritize it or at least keep it in mind. You got this! I wish you all an amazing semester!

7. Don’t stress too much I am definitely guilty of this and you’re lying to yourself if you think that you’re not. If you catch yourself stressing out, please take a moment to remind yourself that everything will be okay. Watch a YouTube video or look at a meme or whatever it is that you enjoy. Talk to someone you trust and believe that whatever is causing you stress will work out. We’ve only just left our childhoods behind, so there is no need to rush headlong into adulthood quite yet.

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No. 11 field hockey starts season 2-0 Cavaliers round off a difficult opening weekend schedule with wins against two ranked teams Muhammad Amjad | Associate Writer

The No. 11 Virginia field hockey team took care of both Old Dominion and Penn State this weekend to remain undefeated in 2019. The Cavaliers (2-0, 0-0 ACC) first cruised pass the Monarchs (0-1, 0-0 Big East) Friday before edging the Nittany Lions (0-2, 0-0 Big Ten) Sunday. Against Old Dominion, junior striker Makayla Gallen led the No. 11 Virginia field hockey team to a dominant victory, scoring two timely goals as the defense held the Monarchs scoreless in Norfolk. Senior midfielder Erin Shanahan chipped in a third goal for Virginia as the Cavaliers’ well-rounded attack featured assists by junior midfielder Rachel Robinson and sophomore midfielder Annie McDonough. Virginia played aggressively on offense, outshooting the Monarchs five to two. The Cavaliers’ offensive scheme was well-executed, as all five shots were on goal, whereas Old Dominion had just one shot on goal over the course of the entire

game. Though Virginia benefited from excellent passing throughout the game to penetrate Old Dominion’s defense, the Monarchs never cracked the Cavaliers’ backline. Sophomore goalie Lauren Hausheer saved the lone shot she faced, her job made easier by the role the entire Virginia defense played in keeping Old Dominion off the scoresheet for all 60 minutes. For Virginia, this game was certainly a crucial launching point for what the Cavaliers hope will be a comeback season. The last time these two teams met in 2018, thenNo. 21 Old Dominion upset thenNo. 8 Virginia in overtime in Charlottesville. In the second game of the weekend, Virginia defeated Penn State with plenty of dramatic flare in the waning minutes. The Cavaliers dominated the first half until the Nittany Lions gave Virginia all it could handle late in the second half. “It’s always good to beat Penn State, they’re always in the top 10

in the country and they bring their A-game so you have to be able to meet their aggressiveness and their physicality to be able to maintain ball possession — and we were able to do that today.” said Coach Michele Madison. Virginia dictated the game’s tempo from the jump, dominating possession of the ball and attacking Penn State’s backline with quick drives. Virginia outshot Penn State eight to four in the first thirty minutes but was not able to capitalize on scoring chances in the first quarter. Penalty corners provided the greatest offensive leverage for both teams in this matchup. At the 13:21 mark early in the second quarter, a Penn State foul gifted Virginia a corner. Senior back Anzel Viljoen rebounded the initial missed shot from the left side of the goal and slashed the second chance strike past the Penn State backline for her first goal of the season — putting Virginia up 1-0. In the third quarter, however,

Penn State amped up the attack against a Virginia team that was showing signs of complacency. Virginia only took one shot the entire quarter while Penn State shot six times — a result of Virginia committing two penalties in a span of sixty seconds. Penn State’s ability to keep the ball in Virginia’s half of the field clearly kept the Cavaliers from making any runs to the goal of their own. In what was seeming to be a quiet finish to a well-defended game, neither side refused to take their feet off the gas pedal in the fourth quarter. Virginia played uncharacteristically uneven defense in the last five minutes, allowing Penn State to capitalize off of a penalty corner to tie the game and momentarily stun the Cavaliers with 3:58 left in the game. Virginia was quick to respond. A penalty corner negated a Virginia goal with under three minutes left. However, Robinson quickly put the Cavaliers back on top with a strike on goal that deflected off of

a Penn State back and into the net. Robinson’s game-winning goal was her inaugural goal of the season and caps Virginia’s hot start heading into the week. “We just had to establish our rhythm again, get our passing game back, don’t go too big, just build [the momentum] up,” Madison said. “It was just ‘pass pass pass.’” Off the heels of a lopsided win against Old Dominion and a nail biter against Penn State, the Cavaliers are in a prime position to shoot up the rankings ahead of their next matchup. Up next, Virginia will host UMass Lowell Sep. 6 at Turf Field at home. The game is slated to start at 3 p.m.

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Virginia football vs. William and Mary — A breakdown Cavaliers welcome the Tribe for 2019 home opener Vignesh Mulay | Sports Editor After taking down Pittsburgh Saturday night, Virginia football is set to play its first home game Friday night at Scott Stadium. The Cavaliers (1-0, 1-0 ACC) will face in-state rival William and Mary and look to win for the fourth straight time against the Tribe (1-0, 0-0 CAA). William and Mary Coach Mike London makes his return to Scott Stadium after six years as head coach at Virginia — from 2010 to 2015. With the game just a few days away, let’s take a look at the players to watch and the keys to the game that may decide the result. Players to watch: Junior free safety Joey Blount While Virginia has multiple playmakers in the secondary, Blount is one of the most versatile defensive pieces Coach Bronco Mendenhall has at his disposal. Blount does it all for Virginia — he tackles, breaks up passes and even gets to the quarterback. Considering William and Mary’s multidimensional rushing attack and inexperienced freshman Hollis Mathis at quarterback, Blount’s role will be critical Friday. If Blount places pressure on the passer either as a part of the pass rush or the pass defense, the Tribe is going to have a difficult time putting together long drives. Similarly, if Blount excels in making tackles, William and Mary’s entire defense may fall apart. In their opener against Lafayette, the Tribe posted 255 rushing yards and added another 163 through the air. Blount will need to maintain his high level of play to stall William and Mary’s rushing attack and force the Tribe to win through the passing game. The Tribe is certainly capable of ripping off big plays, and Blount will be responsible to limit those plays as much as possible. If Blount repeats his performance from last Saturday, Virginia’s defense should be able to handle anything William and Mary throws at it throughout the night. Sophomore tailback Wayne Taulapapa There was plenty of uncertainty surrounding the running back position for Virginia coming into the season. After the Pittsburgh game, the future of the unit looked significantly more clear. Taulapapa — after impressive performances during practice — seems set to be the Cavaliers’ workhorse back for the 2019 season. The Hawaii native rushed 10 times for a very efficient 66 yards and a touchdown, having twice as many carries as the next running back. Combining lateral mobility and tough down-the-field running, Taulapapa was able to take advantage of pockets of space. His ability to power through the de-

fense was on full display on his 10yard touchdown run to cap off the Virginia victory. Lafayette rushed for 157 yards against William and Mary last week, so Taulapapa should have plenty of opportunities to pick up yards against a defense that has few elite playmakers. Taulapapa’s ability to make defenders miss will be crucial in avoiding excellent tacklers like sophomore linebacker Trey Watkins and 2018 All-CAA second-team selection senior defensive lineman Bill Murray. If Taulapapa can be a productive runner, Virginia’s offense will not only be able to run more smoothly but will take pressure off senior quarterback Bryce Perkins. Keys to the game: Don’t waste red zone opportunities Last season, the Cavaliers scored on an ACC-worst 74 percent of their red zone trips — just 52 percent of their trips led to touchdowns. Based on the opener against Pittsburgh, Virginia’s red zone offense still has plenty of room for improvement. Against the Panthers, the Cavaliers reached the end

zone on three of their five red zone tips, with multiple drives stalling due to tackles for loss, offensive errors and inaccurate passes. While Virginia does benefit from having a solid kicker in junior Brian Delaney, the Cavaliers will not be able to continue wasting red zone opportunities and win. For Virginia to resolve its red zone pains, Mendenhall has to focus on helping either the rushing or passing attack thrive on a shortened field. Overall, Virginia passed the ball 34 times and rushed 33 times against Pittsburgh, demonstrating a balanced attack. Perkins’ ability to deliver accurate passes can open up running lanes, while Virginia’s potent rushing attack can create space for its wide receivers to thrive. However, when neither are successful, which has often been the case in the red zone, Virginia’s offensive efficiency plummets. Regardless of past woes, the Cavaliers will have the opportunity to refine their game against the weaker defense of William and Mary.

Prepare for the “Go-Go” offense One of the most exciting changes for the William and Mary football program is newly-hired offensive coordinator Brennan Marion’s “Go-Go” offensive scheme. The “Go-Go” set involves lining up two running backs — usually sophomore Owen Wright and senior Albert Funderburke — either behind or alongside the quarterback. It’s a unique tactic patented by Marion and used first at Howard to incredible success. The “Go-Go” offense emphasizes up-tempo play and numerous play options. First, the offense plays very quickly which allows them to keep defenses on their toes and put up points in a hurry — the Cavaliers struggled with Pittsburgh’s up-tempo pace at the end of the first half Saturday. Second, due to the strange positioning of the running backs, the offense can go in many different directions — including quick passes, handoffs and pitches — on any given play. It forces defenders to have to be ready for many options while keeping up with the fast pace. This puts

them in a difficult place. That said, Virginia will have plenty of time to review the “Go-Go” offense and should be well-prepared to handle it. The Cavaliers’ linebacking corps — including senior Jordan Mack and juniors Charles Snowden and Zane Zandier — will be responsible for managing the Tribe’s ground game, while the secondary — including senior cornerback Bryce Hall, Blount and junior free safety Brenton Nelson — will also have to pitch in to prevent big plays like the 49-yard reception and 31-yard run William and Mary used to shred through Lafayette’s defense. While Virginia usually cruises past William and Mary, a revamped coaching staff and offense could cause problems and can’t be taken lightly. If the Cavaliers can do exactly what they did against Pittsburgh in week one, Virginia should be able to win comfortably, but the Tribe is certainly ready to pull off the upset. Kickoff is slated for 8 p.m. from Scott Stadium. The game will be broadcasted on the ACC Network.

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Sophomore tailback Wayne Taulapapa has established himself as Virginia’s lead running back for 2019.

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Student Council should not hold special elections

OPINION

It would be a mistake to abandon the nomination process to fill vacant positions

ver the summer, Vice President for Administration Taylor Overton resigned from his position due to personal issues. Aug. 27, Student Council President Ellie Brasacchio nominated former Chief of Cabinet Ellen Yates who was later confirmed by the representative body to the role. A similar incident occurred in 2018, when Sydney Bradley resigned as VPA and former Student Council President Alex Cintron nominated Overton to take her place. While all of this at first glance appears to be a mundane example of the routine inner-workings of Student Council, the appointment process for elected positions such as VPA is actually a point of controversy among those within the organization. This disagreement revolves around whether individuals should be appointed to fill vacant positions or if the Council’s constitution should be amended to allow

for special elections. While the advocacy in favor of special elections is undertaken in good faith, it would be a mistake for a number of reasons to allow them. The first reason being that planning these elections would be a logistical nightmare. The University Board of Elections is a relatively small organization, which already has to accomplish the herculean task of administering regular student elections every year. Given the complexity of administering an election, especially one by and for students, we would run the risk of making devastating mistakes that could compromise the whole system, such as the technical issues that occurred when voting began last semester. To expect any student-run organization to be able to pull this off at unexpected times during the year is absurd. This is especially true considering that these organizations are

staffed by college students, who have their own responsibilities outside of organizing and administering elections, which makes it difficult for them to dedicate the attention necessary to the task. Since turnover appears to be a rampant problem in Student council, if special elections were implemented the process would become rather tedious. One may argue that student elections would be more representative of the student body but this is ill-founded. For example, despite the best efforts of the University’s most engaged students, during election season in March, there was a 12.6 percent turnout for the Student Council Presidential race. With that election in mind, it is possible that during any potential special election the turnout rate amongst students could be in the single-digits. It is hard to see how these results would be representa-

tive of the student body. Moreover, given that these representatives’ terms are so short, by the time we could recruit candidates, gather signatures, set a schedule and create an online ballot, most of their term would be over — especially if the original representative already occupied the role for a significant amount of time. Allowing students to fill vacant positions through the nomination process ensures that the organization runs as smoothly as possible until the regular election day rolls around — something that Student Council's current constitutional arrangement takes into account. Since elections for student representatives happen every year, students would not have to tolerate unelected representatives for an extended period of time and would be better served by having someone immediately serving in an important role.

We agree that elections are important, but holding special elections makes little sense. All it will lead to is the creation of a bureaucratic mess so only a handful of people can vote, all the while Student Council will run less efficiently while pursuing its initiatives — which already have to be accomplished in a strikingly limited amount of time. We approve of Brasacchio’s appointment of Yates as VPA and we urge the representative body not to amend the constitution to allow for special elections — especially if similar resignations were to occur in the future.

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MAKE STUDENT HEALTH MORE ACCESSIBLE Student Health’s inaccessible hours and lack of availability on weekends present a serious issue for University students

or many students, college is a time of immense adjustment, leaving home and attempting to navigate as an independent individual for the first time in their lives. One of the many new responsibilities for students is making their own doctor’s appointments. For this reason, it is especially important that the University ensures, that the health needs of all students are adequately addressed. Elson Student Health Center seeks to provide “high-quality, accessible medical care in a confidential and sensitive manner.” The Center, however, is only open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Their promise of “accessible medical care” is, therefore, not necessarily true. These hours present a serious barrier for students seeking medical attention through the University’s Student Health Department. For one, Student Health is supposed to serve as a resource for University students, who often have classes throughout the day. As a result of these classes, students have limited availability to schedule an appointment during the Center’s hours. With the high demand of Student Health’s services — especially during flu seasons on Grounds — appointments can

fill up, and students may need to wait days to find an appointment that fits in their schedule. Additionally, as the length of a visit is often unknown beforehand, students are in a tough situation when attempting to schedule an appointment in between classes, not wanting to miss the start of a class because their visit went longer than expected. The limited hours of the Center — particularly when taken into account with

care for many students — especially for students without access to a car. Students with medical issues who are not able to make an appointment before the Center closes on Friday may be forced to go through the entire weekend without access to this medical care. The resources provided at Student Health are indispensable to students, and these resources should be open for students on weekends if they need them.

Moreover, students with urgent medical care can receive care at the U.Va. Hospital Emergency Room. However, students may be wary of using the services at the emergency room, unsure of whether or not their condition counts as urgent. The cost of emergency room services would also deter students, as the price of an emergency department visit for a minor problem is listed at $374. Student Health offers consultations that

It is especially important that the University ensures that the health needs of all students are adequately addressed.

the schedule of University students — provide an obstacle for students seeking medical care. This problem is further exacerbated by the fact that Student Health is closed on the weekends. Because this is the best time for most students to schedule appointments, providing appointments on these days would enable students to have easier access to medical care. Student Health is the only accessible inexpensive health

Student Health does not claim to be a resource for students with serious medical issues — in the case of an emergency, the Center does advise that students call an ambulance. However, students with medical issues that do not require an ambulance still need medical care, and Student Health is supposed to serve as their primary resource. When it is closed, the Center does offer a phone number for students to call to discuss medical issues.

have already been paid for through the comprehensive student fee. Additionally, students with non-urgent concerns about their health should not have to wait two full days to schedule an appointment, nor should they have to find an off-Grounds medical care facility to provide care on the weekends. Even when taking into account these problems, it is important to note that Student Health is definitely

making strides towards becoming accessible for all students. Their focus on LGBTQ+ Health Care is a big step in the right direction for accessibility, especially with the discrimination posed to transgender individuals in a health care setting. However, the Center must strive to be as accessible as possible for every student. Providing more accessible hours and remaining open during weekends are vital steps in creating completely accessible medical care services for students at the University. Becoming almost completely independent is a huge change for almost all new college students — and that change can be a scary and stressful one. The University needs to recognize this, while also acknowledge the faults thay exist in our current student medical system. Access to medical care is extremely important in order to ensure that all members at the University are able to adequately address their health concerns.

ZACK PASCIAK is an Opinion Columnist for The Cavalier Daily. He can be reached at opinion@cavalierdaily.com.

STRATEGIC PLAN CATERS TO CORPORATIONS The plan views the promise of making U.Va. “great and good” as secondary to corporate goals

ithin “A Great and Good University: The 2030 Plan,” the document that outlines the goals drafted by University President Jim Ryan and the Board of Supervisors for the next 10 years, there’s a distinct feeling that everything is looking up. Ryan’s plan is intended to “strengthen our foundation...cultivate the most vibrant community in higher education... enable discoveries that enrich and improve lives...and make U.Va. synonymous with service.” These outlined goals give the impression that the University is not only aiming to improve the lives of students, faculty and staff, but the entire Charlottesville community and beyond. The plan, however, is riddled with contradictions, showing itself to be a corporate facade that will inevitably fail to deliver on its outlined goals. The proposed plank of being a “community that consistently lives its values” rings hollow. Ryan claims that enacting this plan will allow the University to "both study and be accountable as an institution to address pressing societal challenges, including...social mobility.” In reading statements such as these, it appears that the defining ethos of the plan is for the University to just "do good things." It’s vagueness like this that lets the plan appear progressive and hopeful, while obfuscating it’s intent to cater to corporations. At the core of this is whether uni-

versities should be about education, or simply accreditation for jobs. Addressing social mobility is laudable, but missing is the discussion of how the University exists primarily as a school meant to sustain class division. As the New York Times showed, 67 percent of U.Va. students come from

their academic discoveries and intellectual property.” A not-so-challenging translation just shows this is about making money. To anyone that sees education as a public good, it is an embarrassing display of neoliberalism to positively claim the benefits of helping people commercialize knowledge and

made good on the latter to a degree, and exacerbates the former to an unsustainable extent. For all the good that raising direct employees wages to 15 dollars an hour achieves, it means less when the University has taken few meaningful steps to reduce housing prices

Make no mistake, the choice between bowing to corporate interests and contributing positively to a community is often incompatible.

the top income quintiles, and later in life, 62 percent end up in the top quintile. Corporations, parents and students can easily read goals like helping students “pursue meaningful and productive careers” to mean that the University is primarily focused with training workers meant to produce profit — a far cry from education as an enlightening project. This just solidifies the University as engaging in a transaction with its students, where we pay tens of thousands of dollars for credentials that are meant to make money. Perhaps the most mask-off statement is under the banner of “[leading] economic development through academic discovery and entrepreneurship.” The goal is to make it “easier for faculty and students to commercialize

discovery made at a public university. This isn’t the same as training for jobs, rather it is about locking away knowledge and ideas behind money when they should be for the public to use and learn from. The plan dives into some key initiatives, some of which are good, like expanding the financial aid program AccessUVa, and seeking to providing on-Grounds housing for first- and second-year students. Others showcase the limited ability of the University to resolve the contradictions of its impact on the community. For example, on the same page, the plan touts the “Good Neighbor Program” while also showing off the incoming School of Data Science. The Good Neighbor Program plans to address issues like housing and wages, of which U.Va. has

in the City where there is a need for 3,300 new housing units. Also, as I’ve written previously, the School of Data Science is a tool of local billionaire Jaffray Woodriff to completely destroy the working-class community of Charlottesville. There’s no attempt to resolve these contradictory “key initiatives” where the facilitation of a corporate pipeline under the School of Data Science contributes to the destruction of the University’s neighbors. Notably missing from Ryan’s plan is any substantive initiative aimed at addressing the housing crisis in Charlottesville. The University owns so much land in Charlottesville, and is such a large economic center, that the decisions made internally for the future of the University also impact the broader Charlottesville-Albemarle

community. Any plan that proposes expansion of the University also has an obligation to outline how it will mitigate impacts on the community around us. The Emmet-Ivy corridore, a 14.5 acre plot of land has had a variety of options laid out over the last few years. In the 2016 strategic study, it was suggested that the corridor could be used to expand staff, student or even Charlottesville residential housing, thereby helping alleviate some of the massive shortfall in housing stock. Instead, the Board of Visitors opted to prioritize the creation of a new hotel and convention center. In the choice between even moderate reform versus placating corporate interest, it was no contest, and corporate interests won out. At its core though, the plan masks corporate interest behind words like “inclusion,” “diversity,” “innovation” and “excellence.” Make no mistake, the choice between bowing to corporate interests and contributing positively to a community is often incompatible. Ryan’s plan isn’t so much about offering a positive vision for the future, but rather branding the neoliberal trajectory of the University as somehow good for working-class people in our immediate community and beyond. JAKE WARTEL is an Opinion Columnist for The Cavalier Daily. He can be reached at opinion@cavalierdaily.com.

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HUMOR You’ve heard it before, you’ll hear it again — the American political climate is so thick with tension, not even a Magic Bullet could chop through it. Controversy upon controversy has piled up, but one thing has finally broken the camel’s back, and this time … it actually is a straw. Say goodbye to “MAGA hats” and hello to “Trump straws.” These liquid slurpers — red plastic straws with “TRUMP” inscribed on their sides — are Donald Trump’s latest campaign-funding merchandise hack. They, like Trump himself, offer Americans a promise — the validity of of which will not be analyzed in this article. These straws promise to be plastic and to remain sturdy no matter the bev beamed up in them. They

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The final straw also vow to travel straight from the tips of your lips to the depths of a landfill. You can, without guilt, chuck the straws right into the trash can. You can even miss the trash can and toss them on the grass if you want. Trump straws don’t care. And that’s not all! These straws offer you the chance to directly contribute to the destruction of the environment. When you use a Trump straw you are given the once in a lifetime opportunity — to kill a sea turtle or to add to the colorful display of litter floating in your local river. Why, you may ask, is the Trump campaign selling a pack of 10 straws for $15* on their website? Because, according to them, “liberals” are “ruining lives” with flimsy paper straws. It really is an all-time IQlow for the Trump campaign. Not only has the Trump administration withdrawn the United States from the Paris Agreement and failed to

enact any substantive or meaningful climate policy — political moves that will likely shorten the lifespan of this country’s environment — this gimmick places blame upon liberals’ attempts to extend the lifetime the country that Trump holds so dear. I guess when you don’t believe that climate change is real, you don’t believe that wasting natural resources and littering the planet with garbage are problems either. But if Trump is looking for posterity, he found it here — his straws will be sitting in a landfill for the next 1,000 years. If I’m being truthful, paper straws aren’t ideal. They get wet, they become discolored and they flop around once used. However, a garbage patch the size of Texas floating in the middle of the ocean, giant heaps of trash in your neighborhood and sea animals choking to death aren’t exactly ideal either.

Paper straws still aren’t as good as reusable straws, but they are a step up from plastic ones. None of the Democratic candidates for President have announced that they will be following suit and selling straws on their website. I suppose they don’t support the proliferation of single-use plastic usage or littering. However, some of them do have their own merchandise that is worth a mention. Amy Klobuchar has started selling “multi-purpose” combs that double as eating utensils. Joe Biden has started selling Twizzlers on his website alongside directions for how to bite each end off to create a DIY straw. He calls these Twizzler straws “the middle class Joe” straws. And Marianne Williamson has announced a line of incense sticks engraved with “WILLIAMSON” on the side. You can find them under the “Aura” tab of her website.

To date, the Trump campaign has brought in over $450,000 selling Trump straws. Thanks, America! You probably just bought Trump a new hair reconstruction plan. Sea turtles aside, I will say is that it’s deeply disappointing that Trump straws don’t turn blue when they come into contact with cold liquids. *plus shipping and handling

CATE STREISSGUTH is a Humor Columnist at The Cavalier Daily. She can be reached at humor@cavalierdaily.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT “She’s a beauty,” Christina Milian says, gazing longingly at the central fireplace in the old fashioned New Zealand inn. The camera cuts to a medium shot of the male lead, his piercing blue eyes fixed on Milian, who is in shallow focus. “She sure is,” the man says, clearly not talking about the fireplace but instead expressing his secret adoration for the former San Francisco marketing executive. It’s a romantic comedy trope almost as old as the meet-cute or the airport dash. An offhand remark turns into a profession of love, usually around the midpoint of the film before any outward confessions — just a lot of tension and accidental physical touch. In Netflix’s new rom com “Falling Inn Love,” Milian and her co-star, Adam Demos, share this moment as they renovate the Bellbird Inn, which Milian has

Robin Schwartzkopf | Arts & Entertainment Editor recently acquired through quirky circumstance. Netflix has been the it-girl for romantic comedy output for the past few years, following last summer’s “Set it Up” and “To All the Boys I Loved Before” with “Always Be My Maybe” in May and now “Falling Inn Love,” which began streaming August 29. Though of varying quality, the films all share a sense of steadfast loyalty to the genre — following the roadmap of accidental meeting, unlikely connection and bonding, third act misunderstanding and ending with the couple being happy and in love, for the foreseeable future. They’re the kind of predictable fare fans of the genre love. With few exceptions, no one really wants a twist in a rom com — they want an escape. “Falling Inn Love” provides such an outlet. The first time I saw the trailer was a mere ten days before it

dropped on Netflix, which was perfect timing because I immediately noticed that it would come out just a couple days after I returned to Grounds. It was also perfect timing because if I had seen the trailer any time further out from the release date I would have completely forgotten about its existence, because, honestly, the movie is pretty forgettable. I can’t even remember Christina Milian’s character’s name, so I have to just keep calling her Christina Milian. So the script isn’t winning any Academy Awards. Instead, the film is providing one student’s tired, poor soul with an outlet to channel her lust for a different life — one where syllabi are replaced by friendly Kiwis who own greenhouses and trips to the bookstore become walks along the beach at sunset. If I had a dollar for every time during this movie I thought

to myself “maybe I should own and operate a bed and breakfast,” I’d be at least $10 richer, I’ll tell you that. This isn’t to say that moving to New Zealand to refurbish a dilapidated inn while opening your heart to the community and a handsome stranger with a mysterious, heart-wrenching past would actually be easier than getting a degree. In actuality, it would probably be a lot harder, and filled with the pitfalls of local ordinances and startup money and being weirdly condescending to the town you’ve descended on to better your life. But the romantic comedy paints a glossy layer of finish on those concerns, leaving only the wistful thoughts of picking out plants for the deck and befriending the random goat that lives on the property for comedic effect. While I eagerly await a time when big-budget rom coms can command the box office again — if

you can remember, just ten years ago “The Proposal” starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds made $163 million domestically — it’s comforting to know that there’s a more affordable option for the “Falling Inn Loves” of the world. I’m not sure I would spend 10 bucks to see it on the big screen, but viewing it at home? With my roommates? On a Thursday night? Priceless. If you’re in the mood to watch a woman with a plethora of adorable headbands fall for a contractor/ volunteer firefighter (!!) played by an Australian man who is not even pretending to be from New Zealand, I can’t recommend “Falling Inn Love” enough. Beware, though — it will make you want to drop out of school and move to a rural town to start a small business. That can’t be helped.

Fall Arts Preview: What to do and see this semester Five arts-related-happenings all students should see this fall Kate Granruth | Arts & Entertainment Editor Most University students know the basics of the arts scene on Grounds. There’s the Fralin, there’s Arts Grounds and there’s a giant mural of Dave Matthews in 1515. Okay, maybe that third one shouldn’t count, but most people know of the first two. If you don’t, great! Tack a visit to those places onto these five options below. If you’re looking for something new to check out this semester, expand your arts knowledge of the University and Charlottesville by perusing these happenings before they’re gone. Bonus? They’re all free to attend. “All the While, We Grew Stronger: Queering the University” Where and when: Newcomb Hall, Third Floor, June 4 - Dec. 6 This installation on the third floor of Newcomb Hall is an exhibition of the University Bicentennial that brings to light the rich history of the LGBTQ community at the University, featuring artifacts and panels that tell long-silenced stories of LGBTQ people at this institution. From the homophobic chant of “Not gay!” during that infamous pause in the Good Ol’ Song to the creation of the Gay Student Union back in the 1970s, from the forced outing of a Resident Advisor to the long and continuing history of physical attacks and hate crimes directed towards LGBTQ people, the

exhibition brings systemically marginalized stories to the forefront, and is a must-see for anyone who wishes society and the University to better itself in inclusivity. Charlottesville Reading Series: A.D. Carson and Joanna Pearson Where and When: New Dominion Bookshop (404 East Main St), Sep. 20 at 7:00p.m. The Charlottesville Reading Series takes place typically on the third Friday of every month, and any of the readings are worth a look, especially if you’ve never been to New Dominion Bookshop before. Located a trolley ride away on the mall, the narrow bookstore evokes “Matilda” making her books move levels of magic. The Reading Series turns the store into a community gathering space, and the upcoming event will not disappoint. Joanna Pearson is a North Carolina based psychiatrist and fiction writer whose work examines mental health and professionalism, and A.D. Carson is currently an assistant professor in Hip Hop and the Global South at the University, whose work has included raising awareness of historic racism. His performance and Pearson’s reading are sure to be fascinating and the reading is free to attend. Kluge-Ruhe Guided Tours Where and when: Kluge-Ruhe Aborginal Art Collection at UVA (400

Worrell Drive), Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Did you know that the only museum of Aboriginal Australian art to exist outside of Australia exists here in Charlottesville? The Kluge-Ruhe is a small but mighty museum in Albemarle County that features the work of contemporary Aboriginal artists, much of which is rooted in Aboriginal traditions.The museum offers guided tours throughout the semester, but freely roaming on your own is also an effective way to see the exhibits. “A Quick and Tragic Thaw” by Yvonne Love and Gabrielle Russomagno Where and when: The Ruffin Gallery: The McIntire Department of Art, Aug. 26 - Oct. 18 The first installation of the school year at Ruffin Gallery is a collection of artworks exploring human-influenced climate change and global warming. The exhibit combines science and art, using satellite imagery, mapping technology, creative writing, photography and other art forms to tell the story of the juxtaposition between the impending impact of climate change and the way humans still choose to live without changing their habits. The intersection of science and art tells the story of climate change from a new light, and given that

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the conversation around climate change has gotten more urgent given recent time constraints placed on reversing the effects. Further, the artists Yvonne Love and Gabrielle Russomagno will be giving a gallery talk on their work Sep. 24 at 4:45 p.m., followed by a reception. Virginia Film Festival Where and when: Locations vary, see virginiafilmfestival.org for details, Oct. 23 - 27 This is a classic, but if you’re a first-year or a student who doesn’t leave Grounds much you may be unfamiliar with the Virginia Film Festival and how it operates uniquely for U.Va. students. The films to be shown for the 32nd annual festival have yet to be released, but last year included famed titles such as “If Beale Street Could Talk”

and “Green Book,” so whatever the films, this year’s offerings are sure to impress. The VFF is a great way to explore Charlottesville and see the work of everyone from local creators to big name producers. You might even get an early look at an Oscar frontrunner, the quintessential “I knew about that before it was cool” brag. The best part of all of this is that the festival offers free tickets for U.Va. students, all it takes is registering on their website, but do it as soon as possible. Free tickets for the best films go fast. The program of films will be released Sep. 24 and free tickets can be reserved at virginiafilmfestival.org starting Sept. 30 at 12 p.m.

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Books, wrappers, energy drink cans and empty Starbucks cups cover the floor. Students’ heads are noisy with Fibonacci numbers, Hume, Laffer curves or whatever happens to be pouring into it while the rest of the world seems at its most serene in the quiet of the night. This scene is a familiar one in the frantic four years of college, says Elaine Bailey, psychologist and sleep expert at University Student Health. “College is a very stressful time, and we see a number of people whose sleep problems kick off when they come to college,” Bailey said. Bailey’s explanation for why we see college students having problems with sleep is simple — time is limited. “There’s a triangle in college where you have sleep, studying and a social life, and there’s a saying that says you can only pick two,” Bailey said. “You need all three, but there is only so much time in the day. That’s a struggle we often see is trying to balance all those demands.” Second-year College student Ronak Rijhwani also blames the problem with sleep on time restraints. He explains that he tends to take all-nighters when working on deadlines he has put off, but tries not to pull them too frequently. “If you can be productive enough with your time and wake up early and get work done, there should never be a need to pull an all-nighter,” Rijhwani

said. But before students surrender fearing they will lose the battle for sleep, they must realize what is at stake, according to Stephanie Hartman, a staff physician at University Student Health. Hartman says the hormones our bodies need to function are altered under sleep deprivation. “One example is an increase in cortisol level after a night of poor sleep, which is the body’s stress hormone,” Hartman said in an email. “This is one of the reasons why lack of sleep affects our memory and attention, our judgment and ability to make decisions and our coordination. It also causes negative changes in our mood and emotional lability.” As a result of several studies, the medical community now knows that these physiological reactions can make meaningful differences in students’ lives. “Some studies have shown that sleep deprivation causes impairments in cognitive and motor function similar to as if someone was legally intoxicated,” said Hartman. Hartman has even found studies showing that the impairments are so significant they can directly affect students’ grade point averages. This body of research from the University of Michigan suggests that students with good sleep hygiene have higher grades than those who do not.

Sleep does not relax its grip on our lives as we age past student-hood, either. According to Hartman, patterns of getting too little sleep in one’s youth can increase their risk of heart disease, mental health disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and stroke when they are older. However, Bailey says that finding the time to sleep in college is as difficult as a juggling act with three balls – sleep, studying and your social life. Even still, Bailey emphasizes a stressfree attitude towards one’s nightly slumber. “A lot of people want sleep to be an on-demand kind of thing,” Bailey said. “It would be great if sleep works that way, but it doesn’t. A lot of students are very results oriented, but sleep is not something that you can make yourself do. You can’t work until midnight and expect to be asleep by 12:01. Create a time to transition to sleep. Most of the time, that’s 30 to 60 minutes at night before bed to wind down.” How exactly can you wind down at night? By unplugging, avoiding using technology in bed and turning devices on silent according to Hartman. Bailey even revealed that the blue light of cell phone screens is damaging to sleep — as it suppresses melatonin, the “sleep” hormone — and that there exist specific glasses to block blue light for those who have no choice but to use technology in bed.

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The hormones our bodies need to function are altered under sleep deprivation.

Despite their warnings about sleep deprivation, both Bailey and Hartman recognize that even the best sleepers’ plans can go astray. Sleep deprivation happens, and Bailey recommends staying calm and taking the proper steps to get rested again. “We can accommodate for getting too little sleep on occasion, Bailey said. “Avoid energy drinks and coffee in the afternoon the day after the all-nighter. Be very careful about napping — you don’t want to bail and go napping for 5 hours in the middle of the day.” Bailey believes the key to sleeping well is actually waking up at a consistent time each day. Even after staying up all night, waking up around the same time as you normally would —

with only a one or two-hour variance — helps to even out your sleep schedule, she explains. Rijhwani agrees, and for him, sleep hygiene is more than just doctor’s orders. He believes sleep and achievement are lifestyles intertwined. “The most high achieving people are those who can stay healthy and have a routine without having to pull consistent all-nighters,” Rijhwani said.

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