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the status of social smoking on campus BY DEAN SEAL & ZACK WAJSGRAS | news staff
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ith the decline of student smokers since the 90’s and the recent surge in campuses committed to eradicating cigarette smoke from their airspace, the Collegiate Times wanted to investigate the policies, opinions and programs surrounding smoking on Virginia Tech’s campus. Smoking trends College students seem to be in a different category than the rest of the population when it comes to smoking tobacco products in the United States. A study by Harvard’s School of Public Health in August shows that approximately one third of college students across the country smoke. According to a study from the Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, 51 percent of students who smoke consider themselves “social smokers,” meaning that they smoke almost exclusively in the company of others. The study noted that this indicates college smokers (in terms of their current habits) are less likely
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to be addicted to nicotine, less likely to want to change their current ways and have a lower frequency and intensity of usage. This social smoking label also has been correlated to students who have a higher likelihood to be binge drinkers, and has a much higher association with partying. However, students on college campuses perceive there to be a higher percentage of student smokers than there actually are. A study conducted by the University of Washington showed that students thought just over 94% of their campus used tobacco, when in reality only about 35% actually did. On-campus smoking With such prevalence, there has been a recent push for more campus smoking bans throughout colleges across Virginia. The number of college campuses that have banned all on-campus smoking doubled between July 2011 and July 2013. Those campuses now encompass 1,182 schools across the country, according to the Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights. see SMOKE/ page two
Sports, page 6
Study Break, page 4
Police investigate series of larcenies in Slusher Tower
MIKE DEMSKO news staff writer
On Tuesday Oct. 8, the Virginia Tech Police Department notified students of a string of burglaries that had taken place in Slusher Hall dating back to Sept. 30. The report said that money had been taken from multiple dorm rooms, and that no description of the suspect had yet been provided. Lieutenant George C.
Jackson of VTPD’s Criminal Investigation Division has been leading the investigation of the case since it was reported, and had words of advice to offer dormitory residents. “I’ve been (at Tech) for 13 years, and I would estimate that 85 to 95 percent of oncampus burglary cases are preventable if tenants would just lock their door.” see SLUSHER / page two
Alumnus screens Academy Award-winning documentary JESSICA GROVES lifestyles staff writer
Virginia Tech alumni come back to visit Blacksburg for many reasons. However, one prominent alumnus is coming back to give students a free lesson in fi lm. On Oct. 14, Jeff Consiglio returns to Tech as an Academy Award-winning fi lm editor to present “Inocente,” the story of a fi fteen-year-old undocumented artist who has been homeless for the last nine years of her life. Consiglio, along with composer and sound editor Marc Aramian, will discuss “Inocente” before and after the fi lm is screened at 7 p.m. in the Lyric Theatre. The event will be presented in a purely digital form, which has given Lyric manager Flavio Carvalho a few obstacles to overcome. Th is type of presentation would not be possible if the Lyric hadn’t just fi nished its transformation into a digital projection theater. “It’s a little work to make sure that we get as close to what they would like as possible and still make sure everyone gets the best out of the seminars,” Carvalho said. Even though the multimedia presentation is new to the Lyric, Carvalho said that events like the “Inocente” screening are important to everyone in the Blacksburg community. The story of “Inocente” goes
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Ring Dance Fireworks Students gather around the drillfield Tuesday night to watch the fireworks following the Class of 2015 ring premiere. The ring, which was designed by a committee of students from the class, was formally unveiled in a ceremony that preceded the fireworks. beyond a female artist who persevered in her passions. According to Consiglio and Aramian, the many layers of storytelling in “Inocente” allow audiences to learn about the fi lmmaking process as a whole. “If you go watch a fi lm or TV or the news, you learn to be more aware of the craft going into the content being presented,” Consiglio said. “You can start to sniff out truth or manipulation in content.” Consiglio’s presentation will be focused on manipulation in storytelling, and Aramian’s will focus on sound’s role in the process. While Aramian was not involved in the making of
“Inocente,” he and Consiglio have collaborated in the past. Their history together has allowed them to prepare interactive discussions about collaboration, sound manipulation and honest storytelling. “As a content creator, you have to recognize where your strengths and weakness are, and you have to bring in people to cover your weaknesses,” Aramian said. “When you bring in the strength of a group of collaborators … suddenly you have a very symbiotic experience where you create something greater than either of you could have done alone.” TREVOR WHITE / SPPS
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LIFESTYLES
SPORTS Rap artist Danny Brown recently came out with a new album. See what a columnist thought of it.
Check out what crimes occured on campus yesterday. see page 2 Want to get the best views of fall around Southwest Virginia? see page 2 see page 5
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ONLINE Bud Foster and the coaching gang have been making big changes behind the scenes. Find out why one sports editor thinks they should get more credit.
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Slusher: Students need to lock doors from page one
Last semester, Pritchard Hall was subject to repeated burglary as well. The case was reported on Feb. 2 and the suspect was arrested and admitted to the crime on Feb. 19. Lieutenant Jackson explained that cross-referencing a suspect description and records of Hokie Passport dorm-entry swipes were used to locate and detain the suspect. “We’re hoping to have a similar outcome,” Hamilton said. The thefts all took place on the 7th floor of Slusher Tower and there have been multiple instances to date. Roommates Kyle Whitescarver, a freshman in university studies major, and Kenta Yoshimura, a freshman general engineering major, were two of the students affected. “Mine (occurred) most likely last Tuesday or Wednesday”
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Yoshimura said. Whitescarver, however, was less fortunate. “It actually happened to me twice, and the first time was for 40 dollars. We had a hall meeting about it and after the meeting it happened again between Friday night and the game on Saturday. Then I had 30 dollars taken out of my wallet,” Whitescarver said. Jenny Hamilton, the Residentia l Learning Coordinator for Slusher Hall, explained her discontent with the matter. “Obviously I’m disappointed; my concern is for the safety of the students,” Hamilton said. “Whereas this might have been small thefts here and there, I don’t want it to escalate or put anyone in danger.”
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McAfee’s Knob Following Route 785 to Catawba, Virginia, located 30 minutes outside of Blacksburg, hikers will come across the most photographed spot on the Appalachian Trail. The summit offers breathtaking views of the Catawba valley below. On a clear day, you can also view the peaks along
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The School of Performing Arts and Cinema is sponsoring the screening of “Inocente,” and Consiglio, who studied film during his time at Tech, said that this opportunity to share realworld experience with cinema students is valuable. “Having the opportunity to share my experiences and explain how I’m using tools on a day-in, day-out basis is a great way to inspire students to absorb the information they’re getting in the classwork,” Consiglio said. Both men said they are excited to share their content with Blacksburg for another reason. As Aramian put it, the distribution pipeline that delivers content to the public has never been so large or fast as it is today. “Never before have the gatekeepers had so little
Sept. 20 not only brings in the fall season, but also welcomes a vivid and live art gallery that is the falling canopy over Blacksburg. We’ve explored the back roads and trails around the area to find the best viewing sites for this year’s changing leaves.
Located in the center of campus, the Drillfield is a prime fall location. Take a daily walk across the Drillfield, bring a blanket to sit on and relax, get some homework done or play some frisbee to see the changing trees.
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Blue Ridge Parkway Driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the best ways to take in all the beauty of fall. Route 11 parallels Interstate 81 and will take you through historic Salem and downtown Roanoke before heading north through the quaint and beautiful towns with scenic views.
Film: Screening educates students from page one
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role in getting content out to the public,” Aramian said. “Because of the internet … anybody can be a content creator and become famous out of nowhere.” This is part of the story of “Inocente.” The namesake of the film is no longer homeless, and she has received widespread support for her artistic passions. In the same way, Consiglio and Aramian are speaking to support students who are passionate about learning several types of content creation. “We’re proud to be bringing a movie like ‘Inocente’ to Blacksburg,” Consiglio said. “It speaks to a lot of things people go through moving from adolescence to adulthood, which is what college students are doing.”
The Duckpond You don’t have to travel far to enjoy the fall foliage on Virginia Tech’s campus. Wander over to the Duckpond for an afternoon of picnicking, fishing or just walking around the water with some friends.
Dragon’s Tooth Thirty minutes outside of Blacksburg in Catawba, Virginia, hikers can make their way up the five-mile hike and into the Appalachian Trail. Once you reach the top, there is a 360-degree view overlooking the valley, extending around the entire mountain.
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Smoke: Students maintain mixed opinions on tobacco from page one
Some of these schools are even proffering resources for students to quit smoking, including counseling and behavioral classes, including Virginia Tech. Only three campuses in Virginia are designated as smoke-free. And while Tech hasn’t moved to completely banning smoking, there have been a series of revisions since 1990 that have slowly reduced the amount of areas that are smoker-friendly on campus. Tech approved a general smoking ban on most indoor locations on campus, which was revised in 1997 by thenpresident Paul Torgersen. This revision banned smoking in all indoor locations on campus with the exceptions of “contracted sleeping rooms in student residential and special-purpose housing,” because they constituted private residences. The exception also extended to the atrium in Hancock Hall, which Torgersen explained in a 1997 memo on the revision, was “to recognize the Philip Morris Company.” In 1999, Torgersen adopted
another revision, made to exclude Hancock Hall Atrium from the exemption, with a 1999 publication from Tech’s Office of Public Relations citing the reason as “answering increasing concerns and complaints.” Smoking was still permitted in residence halls as long as both roommates were consenting up until another revision in 2002 instigated by the Residence Hall Federation. Following this, the only place anyone could smoke indoors on university property was at The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center, until current President Charles Steger reversed this policy in 2011. The policy regarding smoking saw yet another revision in 2008, however, that was enacted to comply with the Governor’s Executive Order 41, which said that smoking wasn’t permitted within 25 feet of “an air intake, entrance or exit of any facility.” According to Mark Owczarski, Assistant Vice President for News and Information, the 25-feet limit is intended to keep smoke as far from buildings as possi-
ble, and not to marginalize or alienate smokers. “(The revision) followed natural studies, research and things that talked about (how) if people go outside and hang out by a door or smoke in an open door, the smoke still comes in the building,” Owczarski said. “The other factor is the way buildings are ventilated, heated, cooled and stuff … if you’re within 25 feet of a building, its very likely that the secondhand smoke will be sucked inside of the building.” Owczarski said that these revisions all go toward the purpose of keeping a “safe, healthy and pleasant learning and working environment for students and employees.” He also said that Tech does not have any plans to alter the smoking policy as of right now, though if any group had an interest in increasing the restrictions of on-campus smoking, they could take their argument to student governance. In spite of this, campus convenience stores such as the Deitrick General Store sell cigarettes and tobacco for students to purchase. However,
Sarah Buskill, the Satellite Divisions Manager of the convenience stores, said that smoking products are not even close to the highest grossing product at the stores. Despite its availability on campus, Schiffert Health Center offers a personalized counseling program for students who wish to end their tobacco habits. The program involves counselors who offer low-key assistance to figure out a plan to help the people quit smoking. After a few initial sessions, the program allows students to buy reduced price over-thecounter smoking prevention products. There is also a possibility of getting the products for free in the first two weeks of the patient’s participation in the program if the need is deemed appropriate. Student opinion A survey within Tech’s campus in 2002, taken from a resolution to convince the school to ban smoking in dorm rooms, concluded that only about 15 percent of Tech students smoke. The Libertarians at Virginia Tech had particular interest in the personal freedoms
involved with student tobacco use. Marketing Coordinator Ian Cunningham, a senior civil engineering major, commented on behalf of the group. “We believe everyone should have the freedom to do what they want with their own bodies, but when it comes to a negative externality such as other people being forced to breathe in the smoke, that’s wrong. We believe (that) because you have the right to your own body. The negative externalities can be taken as extremes though which can lead to some heavyhanded policies which limit peoples freedoms.” From the Libertarian point of view, the campus should have as little interaction as possible with students’ ability to smoke until it becomes a problem in terms of other students suffering from second hand smoke. To illustrate this point, Cunningham explained, “I personally have never smoked in my entire life. I despise it actually. I’ve had multiple family members who have degraded their health through smoking tobacco and I completely disagree with it personally, but that’s very different from insisting the use
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of force to keep others from doing it.” Austin Moon, a junior biological systems engineer and non-smoker, said, “If it (were) up to me, I wouldn’t allow it … I don’t really feel like it is that big of a problem though, it just sucks walking behind people while they do it sometimes.” Ty Cooley, a freshman engineering major who considers himself a social smoker, said “Not many people I know (smoke), mostly just upperclassmen in the frat I’m pledging to.” He said also that while on campus sometimes “people give you weird looks occasionally but it doesn’t affect me at all”. Peter Bedrosian, a freshman engineering major and nonsmoker, said he felt that “if you walked around campus you would not be able to notice it as a problem at all, or at least it would be a very small percentage of people.” In response to a question asking him if he had been affected by smokers in any way on campus he responded “not one bit”.
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School names should not affect student learning T he name “Redskins” has been an incredibly controversial topic of late with the likes of President Barack Obama weighing in on changing the name of the NFL team. Yet this country also boasts public schools named after Confederate leaders. It is every person’s inherent right to get a free public education in the United States, so why does this country name schools after men who fought against this privilege for all? Why do we still find schools named after prominent Confederate leaders in the 21st century? Throughout the South, there are public schools named after prominent Confederates leaders. In Northern Virginia alone there are four high schools named after generals — two in Fairfax County, Robert E. Lee and J.E.B. Stuart, one
in Prince William County, Stonewall Jackson, and one in Arlington, WashingtonLee High School. All of these schools lie within 35 miles of our nation’s capital, and all three of these schools have predominantly minority student bodies. One particularly egregious example of an inappropriately named high school is Nathan Bedford Forrest High School in Jacksonville, Florida. Forrest was not only a Confederate general, but also the first “Grand Wizard” of the Ku Klux Klan. Omotayo Richmond, a student at Forrest High School, has started a petition on Change.org to change the name of his high school. With the help of over 150,000 signatures, Richmond is petitioning the Duval County School Board to change the name of Nathan Bedford
Forrest High School, which was named in 1959 during the height of the civil rights movement and during the effort to peacefully integrate public high schools throughout the South. It is obvious that the intention of naming the school after the founder of the Ku Klux Klan was to intimidate African-American students who lived in that school community. It’s time for the intimidation to end. This is not the first time that the school board has been called to change the name that was originally recommended by the Daughters of the Confederacy. In 2007 the board voted against changing the name 5-2. Ironically, today 54 percent of the student body is African American. Changing the name of this high school and all other public schools that brandish
the name of Confederate leaders and supporters should be a priority for school boards around the country. Universities that receive public funding have been mandated to eliminate the degrading use of Native American names and mascots. This same push needs to be applied by school boards around the country to rid public schools of names such as Jefferson Davis, Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee. Why should students have to be subjected to attending schools named after men who fought against their rights to be considered citizens? It has been almost 150 years since the end of the Civil War and yet our country still has memorabilia honoring people who seceded from the values of our nation. By maintaining these names for public institutions, we are giving valida-
tion to people who fought against equality and freedom for all. The United States is referred to as a “melting pot” because the races and cultures that make up the fabric of this country are incredibly diverse. Students of any minority demographic should not be subject to learning about this country’s history at schools named after white supremacists. Students are required by law to attend these public schools in their local communities. It is simply unjust to have them receive diplomas with the names of men who fought against the freedoms of the minorities within the student body. CAROLINE KELLY - regular columnist - sophomore - english
Amenities can distract students from actual purpose of higher education W
hen choosing what college to attend, students nowadays have an array of options as to why they select the ones they do. For most, in-state tuition is one of the biggest factors in choosing Virginia Tech, but it seems lately that our campus food is what seals the deal. According to College Prowler, Tech ranks number one as the best college food in the country. Unfortunately, some students are more concerned with these superficial rankings rather than getting a good education. On my way to class, I heard a tour guide talking to a visiting group about Tech’s awesome on-campus food, but he failed to mention the quality of academics at our university, emphasizing other superfluous niceties, like gyms and the abundance of student centers. In being so concerned with the luxuries of college life, it
says a lot about students’ concern with receiving a quality education, as well as their relative lack of consideration in such an important decision. This marks a shift in mindset that a solid education doesn’t mean what it used to. Looking at a study conducted by the University of California, students in 1961 studied on average 40 hours a week, whereas today’s students log only around 24. It seems that college has become a country club of sorts, and the membership dues have never been higher, with students facing a 27 percent increase in tuition beyond total inflation in the past five years, according to the College Board. The university’s multiple dining halls, fitness centers and a handful of “luxury” dorms would most certainly appeal to the millennial college student that values a high quality of living rather than a
high quality education. Universities nationwide are doing a good job of marketing to this appeal and demand for luxury, but they are only shortchanging students by investing in extras, rather than essentials. What good is a new dining hall or a fancy gym if it doesn’t correlate with experiences in the classroom? Don’t get me wrong, I like Tech’s facilities. A university should offer programs that promote healthy lifestyles and allow students to supplement their education with a healthy body. Where universities go wrong is when they begin to invest more in weight rooms and basketball courts than academic departments and hiring good professors. Students preoccupied with these attractions should perhaps reconsider their reasons as to why they want to attend college in the first place. Besides, your future employer won’t care if your college
had the number one campus food in the country — I promise. I understand that having nice fitness centers, dining halls and luxury dormitories are one of the ways in which colleges can draw in applicants; however, a happy medium with funding and resource allocation must be met. Offering students a university experience that is enriching and in service to the public should be crucial. A state university should herald this mission, as state universities exist to promote an educated citizenry. Simply put, universities should heavily promote academics over amenities, as the former will remain far more relevant in achieving this mission. ANDREW WIMBISH - regular columnist - senior - english
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Aries (March 21-April 19) Somebody at home lays down the law. Con ide in a wise relative. Break through! A pleasant development surprises. Make sure your structure is solid at work. Let a partner make the connection. They’re saying nice things about you. Taurus (April 20-May 20) An old love may resurface in an amazing development. Set down strong roots. Meet with the important people on a project. Frustration leads to new ideas. Think about what worked and didn’t. Consider the big picture. Gemini (May 21-June 20) Set your course in a new direction. Finish what you started irst. Choose the wording carefully. Accept a bonus or fringe bene it. Enforce your own rules, with new assignments coming in. Do a good job. Get something you’ve long wanted. Cancer (June 21-July 22) Take pride in your basic principles, and add a few new ones to live by. Ask probing questions, and get the message out about what you discover. Find things you’ve forgotten. Adjust the budget. Hold on to what you’ve got.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Work out inancial details. You have more than expected. Be practical. Wait for further consideration. Let your conscience guide you. Do what seems right, even if nobody else knows. Surprise your partner. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Provide support to help another advance. There are perks involved; gather them gratefully. Rules are reinforced. You see the big picture. Relax and feel secure. Share your love. Heed a friend’s concerns without getting stopped by them. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Your team gains strength. Show them your appreciation. Energy builds at work. Don’t argue with the rules. Streamline your routine. Find excuses to laugh out loud. Enjoy intimate conversation. Hum your mantra as you maintain focus. You’re brilliant. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) New opportunities open to express your creative talents. You’re gaining points as well as experience. You’re really cute, too. Advance with support from distant contacts on an imaginative conquest. Keep your word. Schedule a buffer zone.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Set long-range goals. Your home can be a showplace. Search out the best deals. Learn from an older, wealthier person. Find time to meditate. New ideas come in odd moments, with help from your friends. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Ponder the situation. Revise plans and try a new tactic. Follow a strong recommendation. Listen carefully. Whose support do you want? Heed wise words from a loving woman. Check electrical wiring. Consider the impact of each action. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Wrap up old business. The more you sell, the more you earn. Be among the best. The money is not what you expected, for better or worse. Your discipline is admirable. Trust the structure you’ve built. There’s a positive outcome.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Old ideas gel. A lucky break sparks a new opportunity. Come up with a brilliant solution to a persistent problem. Take a different route. An old trick works again. Stick to your standards regarding romance.
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CAREER CORNER Discover new passions and pursue interests outside major
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ne of the best pieces of advice I give to students who come into Career Services is to do what you love and love what you
do. An important aspect to remember when deciding what you want to do is that your major does not necessarily define your career. You should not let the title of your major restrict you from trying things outside of that degree. Finding a job that best fits your skill set is what will make you successful in life. Everyone is good at something. Whether it is drawing, writing or building a prototype from scratch, everyone has a talent or skill. Being in a specific major can help you finetune those skills, but it doesn’t mean you are stuck to working in that field. The biggest problem is trying to figure out what your niche is and what you should do with the rest of your life. College is all about exploring and growing as individuals. This is the perfect opportunity, environment and time to discover new things and learn about yourself. Join clubs or organizations that sound interesting to you. If it doesn’t work out, then move on to the next thing that interests you and get involved. For example, I am a communications major with a focus in public relations. But I am also a Senior Peer Career Advisor at Smith Career Center, where most of the other interns are Human Development majors. Now, most people would think I would want to join the Public Relations Student Society of America, but the reason I dedicate my time to being a Peer Career Advisor is that I love helping people through my position. I can still work on my skills for Public Relations such as communicating and relaying information to students. So find what works for you and stick with it. Through my position, I have found out so much more about myself and I know I will take what I have learned into my future career. The main takeaway from this week's Career Corner is that if you are unsure about your future aspirations, just be yourself and do what will make you happy.
Hayden Roberts Hayden Roberts is the weekly Career Corner Columnist. She is a junior communications major with a concentration in public relations and a Senior Peer Career Advisor at Smith Career Center.
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Alumna finds success in fast food MADELEINE GORDON lifestyles editor
Working at a fast food restaurant chain is the fate that most college students aim to avoid. But for 2006 graduate Laura Pautler, working for Burger King has been a major stepping-stone in her success. Pautler’s current position at Burger King isn’t flipping burgers or sweeping parking lots however — she is a Manager, Sales Delivery — a corporate job in which she manages national rollouts of all restaurant marketing materials and content on the digital menu boards. While Pautler has been wildly successful in the corporate world, she said that she made the foundation for her success while she was an undergraduate at Tech and offers advice for those looking to get the most out of their degree. “I really just challenged myself. I wanted to get straight A’s and I wanted be that person. It was a challenge to myself,” Pautler said. Pautler, who obtained a political science major and a business minor while at Tech, achieved her goals and graduated with high honors as first in her class in Political Science and as a member of the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa honor fraternity. According to political science professor Charles Taylor, Pautler still stands out in his mind as one of his best students to this day. “I had and still have a high regard for her acuity, the kind of person she is, the kind of things she could do and the sharpness with which she did it,” Taylor said. After graduating in 2006, Pautler began working as a temp for a soft ware company in Northern Virginia and quickly worked her way up to a full-time position. In 2009, she decided to pursue an MBA and was accepted on a scholarship to University of Miami. She graduated from UM in 2011 and after several rounds of interviews, was accepted
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Alumna Laura Pautler began Burger King’s management training program working inside a restaurant. into a Management Training Program at Burger King. Although Pautler did start out working the registers and making sandwiches, it was all part of Burger King’s 10-week management training program. Despite being an MBA graduate, Pautler said she remained humble throughout the in-restaurant experience. In fact, she said she remains grateful for the opportunity. “It was a great experience,” Pautler said. “If I didn’t know what I know about operations from working there, then I wouldn’t be as good at my job now as I am.” Since starting at Burger King in 2011, Pautler has moved quickly up the corporate ladder with two promotions. But Paulter insists her academic and corporate success didn’t come naturally. In fact, she said that she recalls often burning the candle at both ends during her undergraduate years. “I used the strengths that I have — knowing that I’m not the smartest person in the world — but I have a good work ethic and I worked very hard, studied very hard and that’s how I was able to be
successful.” Pautler said. “Most people just sort of skate through, it’s pretty easy to pull C’s and even B’s in college, from my perspective. But I tried to pay attention and go to all of my classes, and make the most of it,” The key to success, Pautler said, is time-management. Pautler said that most peoples’ failure is the result of procrastination. “I would do the work first, study really hard and get it all out of the way, to the point where I would be 100 percent positive that I was good to go. Then the rest of the time I would spend with my friends, but studying always came first,” Pautler said. Pautler’s drive and her intense work ethic set her apart from other students, Taylor said. According to Taylor, the fact that Pautler stayed on top and often ahead of her work was apparent. In addition to her ability to stay motivated and balance her time, Taylor said that Pautler was a sophisticated people-person. Taylor was impressed by Paulter’s conversational skills, especially while she was a student in Taylor’s study abroad program that
surveyed British and German parliaments. “I thought she did very, very well while (studying abroad). She really interacted very nicely with the members of the parliaments, but she also got along quite well with people on the streets,” Taylor said. “ Pautler agrees that her emotional intelligence has served her well throughout all aspects of her life. She advises that students should take advantage of growing their emotional intelligence while in still in school. But Pautler said that the best piece of advice she has for students is to find something they like to do. Pautler is happy in her role as Manager, Sales Delivery because she is passionate about managing people, helping them grow and problem solving. Taylor and Pautler agree that success is relative to happiness. Students should major in something they enjoy because, as Pautler demonstrates, intense drive and a good work ethic, as well as many other skills, are the determining factors of success.
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listen: Danny Brown - “Old” Rapper Danny Brown delivers with long-anticipated third album We’ve heard two years of dynamic singles and features; we’ve coasted through our days, patiently anticipating greatness — and it is now upon us. Detroit rapper Danny Brown is back with the release of his third full-length LP, “Old.” It’s the second studio album he has released since signing with Fool’s Gold Records in 2010. “Old” follows his 2011 hit album “XXX”, which launched him into underground stardom. Spin magazine’s top hip-hop album of 2011, “XXX” was particularly popular amongst the expanding realm of “hipsters.” However, on the second track of “Old,” Brown addresses the hipster crowd with a little hostility, “…f*** a hipster, squeeze the trigger.” It’s really interesting to hear him talk to hipsters in this way, mainly because they’ve played a key role in his rise in popularity, but also because later in this same album, on the track “Lonely”, he seems to contradict himself a little bit, saying he’s a “hipster by heart, but (he) can tell you how the streets feel.” Brown clearly takes pride in being “different,” but at this point in his career, maybe he’s just trying to distance himself from that hipster image, which has been ravaged by mainstream culture. Hipster or no hipster, the dude can pump out some tunes. Danny Brown is in a league of his own when it comes to rapping in a personal, self-reflective style. Even Earl Sweatshirt, the storytelling prodigy, can’t hold his
own against this guy. “Old” gradually progresses in production, starting with some simplistic and experimental drumbeats, and moving to more mainstream, electronic and trapinfluenced beats on the latter portion. Brown’s voice has an uncanny ability to penetrate heavy trap beats, making them surprisingly enjoyable. He sets the tone of the album on his opening track, descriptively painting a brutal image of a Michigan household where the oven is the only source of heat and shooting up heroin is the only way curb hunger. The hook rolls through, acknowledging his fans’ insistent demands for that “old Danny Brown,” and not only does he give it to them, but he invites them into his past, revealing how he “snuck in” to the rap game. The aforementioned second track, titled “The Return”, is said to be a remake of Outkast’s “Return of the G” off of their 1998 LP, “Aquemini.” Maintaining the hostile theme of the song, Brown claims that if anyone tries to keep him from providing for his family, “…we gone have us some discrepancies right here in this street.” Freddie Gibbs, featured on the song, follows up, embodying the “true gangster” motif. He goes so far as to touch on his moral struggles, “Tryna save my soul, I wish the Lord would meet me half way.” ScHoolboy Q delivers a predictably ignorant verse on “Dope Fiend Rental”, rapping about women landing back fl ips on his private parts, which he claims are as long as the Brooklyn bridge (5,988
feet). Canadian electronic duo Purity Ring drops a sultry beat and provides the second part of the hook for the album’s featured track “25 Bucks.” This track is like a nice glass of scotch for me — silky smooth. The beat is one of the best I’ve ever heard Purity Ring produce, and Brown’s verses manage to tell a story while simultaneously calling out racial prejudices. Brown openly lays out his struggles with drug addiction and stagnant depression throughout the album. The gut-wrenching track “Clean Up” gives a vividly descriptive account of how his addictions have had, and will continue to have, negative effects on his relationship with his family. “Daughter sending me messages saying, ‘Daddy I miss you,’ but in this condition I don’t think she
need to see me.” “Old” is the projection of a man, raised in the doldrums, who is constantly torn between partying and the remorse that follows closely behind it. There’s a little something for everyone here — such a heavy and stellar LP. Favorite Tracks: Dip, Old, Break It [Go], 25 Bucks, Clean Up, Red 2 Go, The Return, Lonely Least Favorite Tracks: Kush Coma, Handstand, Way Up Here, Dope Fiend Rental Related/Inf luentia l/ Mentioned A lbums: Aquemini by Outkast, Doris by Earl Sweatshirt, Shrines by Purity Ring STEVEN BURNESON - lifestyles staff writer - sophomore - communications
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Successful coaching puts players in positions to succeed Th ink back on Virginia Tech’s win over North Carolina on Saturday. Two plays — one on either side of the ball — should come to mind quicker than the rest. On offense, it was the big connection: Logan Thomas standing tall from the midst of his own end zone to find Willie Byrn for 83-yards. On defense it was Kyle Fuller stepping in front and intercepting Marquise Williams’ attempt to convert on fourth down. On those plays, like most, it’s the players on the field that determine a play’s success, but it’s a product of the coaches behind the scenes that put them in a position to do so. Last season the Hokies took nine snaps on first or second down from inside their own five-yard line. Eight of the nine were designed running plays; the lone exception was a third quarter against Rutgers in the Russell Athletic Bowl. Backed against danger for the first time as the Hokies’ play caller, fi rst-year offensive coordinator Scot Loeffler decided to take a more aggressive approach, putting Thomas’ back against the wall and the ball in the air. The gamble paid off to the tune of the seventh-longest play in school history. “I was actually very surprised by the call, but I know how (Loeffler) is,” Thomas said. “He was ready to attack.” Byrn too was caught off guard by Loeffler’s risky call. “I was shocked that he called that. It ended up working well,” he said. “That was a great call. Great throw by Logan. That’s it. If he keeps making those masterful play
calls then we’ll be pretty dangerous.” With momentum even further in the Hokies’ corner, they struck pay dirt just three plays later, extending the lead to 13. The responsibility then shifted, as it has all year once the Hokies have gained a lead, to their stout defense. Early in the fourth quarter the Tar Heels were threatening what was at the time a 10-point Hokies lead. Facing a fourth-and-one from Tech’s 33-yard line, UNC substituted late in the play clock, opting to bring their big set on the field for the short-yardage attempt. Hokies head coach Frank Beamer, noticing the obvious mismatch, called the Hokies’ second time out. It is at times like these throughout the season when Hokies’ defensive coordinator Bud Foster separates himself from his colleagues around the country. “It was huge. It was actually kind of funny — I guess I keep patting Coach Foster on the back — but before the play he was like ‘Watch the pop pass,’” linebacker Jack Tyler said. “And we all knew it was coming because they ran that same formation against us last year and ran a power play. We figured they’d probably try a pop pass off of it. We were kind of prepared for it and Kyle made a great play.” Tar Heels quarterback Marquise Williams faked that same power play from a year ago, but this time, pulled it away from his tailback in an attempt to connect with his tight end Eric Ebron. Fuller, aware of the situation, was
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Defensive Coordinator Bud Foster follows players onto Worsham Field prior to Virginia Tech’s win over North Carolina last Saturday. in perfect position to make a play. “Coach Foster, Coach (Charley) Wiles, they did a very good job of getting us prepared,” Fuller said. “We just have to be the guys out there making sure we’re keying our reads. They have run the ball in that situation so you know they’re liable to pass it. If you’re reading your key you’ll be good on your play. “
Had Loeffler’s gamble not paid off, had Thomas been taken down from the blindside pressure for a safety, fingers would have been pointed at the coach’s box before the quarterback’s rear hit the turf. But Loeffler, fully aware of his players’ abilities and the defense’s tendencies, was rewarded with a big gain. Foster, who Tyler seems to call the best in the business at
least twice a day, had in-depth knowledge not only of what the Tar Heels had tried in the past, but how they might try to alter it to catch the Hokies off-guard. Like always — or at least what seems like always — Foster was one step ahead. Coordinators often receive the lion’s share of criticism when the wheels fall off the wagon — and sometimes
rightfully so. Rarely though, when the wheels stay firmly attached and the wagon enjoys a smooth ride, do those pointing fingers turn into thumbs up. JACOB EMERT - sports editor - history major - junior - @JacobEmert
Tech’s hockey team off to strong start in 2013 campaign MCKENZIE PAVAVICH sports staff writer
There are plenty of athletes that go unnoticed at Virginia Tech. One such team in particular suits up with more pads than the football team and laces up skates instead of cleats. The Virginia Tech ice hockey team finished off their season last year with a 15-11-4 record, clenching a combined division title in the MACHA North and South division. This year, the Hokies are determined to bring the national title back to Blacksburg. The Divison 2 club team is facing their hardest MACHA Division schedule yet. However, after losing only three seniors, captain Zack Walz is confident in the “four to five top players” the team has gained. “We think we will have a much better season this year,” Walz said. The phrase “off season” is completely unfamiliar to
this group of hard working athletes. During the summer, almost every member of the team played in a local men’s league to stay in shape. Furthermore, the team begins practice upon returning to Blacksburg in August with a preseason camp and plays well through spring break in March. The preseason camp also doubles as a tryout for new members of the team. Prior to move-in, prospective players will contact the coach or captains for information about the team. “If they’re coming here, they’re serious about playing,” Walz said after explaining that the team is composed of athletes that played upperlevel hockey, in addition to high school hockey previous to coming to Tech. This year, around 15 prospective players were cut during the tryouts. Although they have the designation as a club sport, the team faces plenty of challenges throughout the season.
Walz explained that the biggest challenge, in addition to helping freshmen make the transition to college-level hockey is always “getting the whole team back together.” “I think the early camp practices help that,” Walz said. “We do everything as a team, just like any other program.” Assistant captain Alec Burgman brought up another challenge in the length of the schedule. “It’s not like your regular season where you’re playing for three months,” he said. “We started in August and we won’t finish up until spring break.” The team will play two games every weekend from now until February, with the schedule potentially continuing through the end of March pending their success. Burgman identified the Hokies as “the best team within 300 miles.” “We all made the decision, at one point, that the education and the opportu-
nities Virginia Tech could give us, while still playing high-level hockey, was much more important than going to a small school in the hills of Vermont to play NCAA,” Walz said. The team has a lot to look forward to following their 4-1 start to this season. The Hokies began their season with back-to-back wins against Millersville and Bowling Green, who ended the Hokies’ season last year. The team then moved on to a two game series against Towson’s D1 team. After defeating the Tigers at home, Tech fell short by two goals, losing to Towson on their own ice. The loss did not go unanswered, however, when the Hokies beat Delaware the following night. The Hokies are anticipating a challenging schedule including games against top-ranked teams such as Penn State, Liberty, UMBC and Rowan. Last year’s regular season game against Penn State attracted nearly 3,000 fans, and the team is hoping for a similar turnout throughout this season. “It’s a time commitment to get out there to Roanoke, but it’s something you have to cross off the list before you graduate,” junior Tyler Daley said. With a little bit of support, and plenty of hard work, the Hokies are confident in their ability to bring the national
title to Blacksburg.
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The Virgnia Tech hockey team has high hopes for the season following a strong start with a record of 4-1.
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