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Football tailgating citations decline

BY TRAVIS CRUM CITY EDITOR

The number of citations issued to students and fans tailgating before West Virginia University football games has decreased from recent years, said Morgantown Police Chief Phil Scott Tuesday at City Council’s Committee of the Whole meeting.

During the past two home football games, more than 114 citations were given at high traffic tailgating locations for breaking laws such as public intoxication, carrying an

open container and urinating in public, Scott said.

These numbers are lower than in previous years when the areas went unchecked by the police, he said.

The numbers are also low considering the thousands of people who frequent the lots, he said.

“There is a cultural change in Morgantown for the better. We are not dealing with a lot of the things we were dealing with before,” Scott said. “We don’t see a lot of light at the end of the tunnel, but there is light. I like to look at things more positive

than negative, and if we capitalize on those positives, then it gets the message out.”

The areas with the most tailgates include lots on Van Voorhis Road, Windsor Avenue and Englewood Properties on North Blue Horizon Drive, he said.

Scott said it was more police presence that contributed to less people, underage alcohol consumption and noise levels being lowered within the areas.

He said the police will have to wait and see how fan behavior is after the final football game this Saturday.

The need to enforce city ordinances requiring homeowners and businesses to remove their snow was also discussed during the meeting.

Bill Reger-Nash, vice chairperson for the Pedestrian Safety Board, spoke to the Council about the need to keep pedestrians safe during heavy snowfall.

Last year’s snowfall became a problem to sidewalks because it kept piling up without ever being cleared, he said.

Councilor Jenny Selin suggested educating the public more on the ordinances and

what is required from them to remove their snow. She suggested issuing warnings and citations for those who do not clear their snow within a reasonable amount of time, such as 24 hours for 6 inches of snow or less.

The snow removal citations could create problems for police and should be left to code enforcement officers, said Councilor Ron Bane. He also said it would be difficult to enforce because a lot of people have multiple sidewalks surrounding their houses.

Reger-Nash also suggested

granting immunity for those who are unable to clear their snow due to a disability or lack of money.

Selin said it would be better if those who are unable to clear their snow had people they could turn to, such as WVU student volunteers.

In other news, Morgantown was approved for the votingby-mail system, said West Virginia Secretary of State Natalie Tennant. The Council will vote on the system at the next meeting. travis.crum@mail.wvu.edu

Campus construction continues Business school receives $4.8m in November by codi yeager staff writer

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White Hall remains under construction while the building undergoes renovations.

Woodburn, White halls to be completed by end of 2011

BY JOSH COOPER STAFF WRITER

West Virginia University is currently working on restorations for Woodburn Hall and White Hall, both of which should be completed in 2011.

The decision to restore the buildings is based on WVU Facilities Management’s 10year plan, which is designed to maximize the life cycle of each building on campus, said Daniel Batson, Associate Director of WVU Design and Construction Services.

White Hall’s current phase of construction has been underway since March and will be completed in Fall 2011 at a cost of $33.3 million.

Reconstruction for White Hall is being funded by a capital bond, and the Woodburn project is being funded by the University’s central funds at $3.5 million.

Woodburn Hall, which be-

gan restoration in June, is receiving new gutters and a new roof. The building’s decorative trim, steps and exterior stone are being restored as well and should be completed

by May 2011.

“This is a very thorough long-term exterior restoration on items that have reached or exceeded their life expectancy,” Batson said. “The restoration will maximize the life cycle expectancy of the building and preserve the historic character of this iconic building.”

White Hall’s restoration is less cosmetic and more internal. Renovations include upgrading the entire building to serve the needs of the WVU Physics Department.

The building will be fit with energy-efficient windows, roofing systems, a planetarium, an observatory,

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Ten students launched payloads into space June 24 while working with NASA as part of the West Virginia University Sounding Rocket Student Program, and students can take a class in the spring to participate.

For the second time in 12 months, WVU students built, launched and recovered a small rocket payload, a plastic plate with instruments measuring gforces of acceleration, velocity of the rocket spinning, temperature and density of particles, said

D.J. Pisano, assistant professor of physics at WVU. Three professors accompanied the students to NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia as part of a two-semester-long project. The first part, completed during the summer of 2009, aimed to build and launch the payload as a part of NASA’s introductory program, “RockOn,” Pisano said.

The main goal of the 2010 project was to measure density of particles from different layers of the ionosphere, an upper layer of the atmosphere, Pisano said.

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Summit Hall tests new guest pass system online by jessica leppar staff writer

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A construction worker works in the rain at White Hall Tuesday.

WVU students participate in NASA program by joel morales

In the past month, the West Virginia University College of Business & Economics was awarded two financial grants and received a $3 million personal donation from alumnus Fred T. Tattersall.

A grant from the PNC Foundation, worth $90,000, will establish three lecture series. The second grant, worth $93,242 from the Institute for New Economic Thinking, will fund the research of two graduate students in the College. Tattersall’s gift will endow a faculty chair position in the College’s Finance Department.

Jose Sartarelli, Milan Puskar Dean of the College of Business and Economics, said that the grants and personal gift resulted from the hard work of many individuals who are trying to improve the College.

“The B&E is a very good college,” he said. “We want to build on that base and ultimately have the school in the top 100 business schools in the country.”

Part of achieving that goal is acquiring funding and involving alumni, Sartarelli said.

“We have started to reach out to our alumni more effectively, visiting with them more often and sending out an online monthly newsletter,” he said. “We are trying to give them reasons why they should participate and help make the school even better.”

Many alumni want to give back, but need to know how to go through with it, Sartarelli said.

“It is about aligning the objectives of the College with the objectives of the alumni,” he said.

The Tattersall gift, for example, will allow the college to attract a high-quality faculty member and Tattersall to give current students what he values from his own education.

“When I talked with Fred (Tattersall), one of the reasons he chose to endow a faculty chair was that he had received a lot from his professors, who helped shape him,” Sartarelli said. “(With

“We are enabling undergraduate students to propose an experiment that they would like to do and implement it,” said Dimitris Vassiliadis, an associate professor in WVU’s physics department.

The Sounding Rocket Student Program at WVU is looking for more student participants for its third launch in June.

While the payload was in space, the team tried to intercept radio signals from the ionosphere but failed due to a loose piece in the equipment.

The goal of the third launch is to fix this issue and collect the

data from the radio signals.

“We are hoping to get the students excited about it so they can build a more sophisticated payload in the future,” Pisano said.

The WVU Sounding Rocket Student Program is funded by WVU’s research department, a NASA nonprofit company known as Space Grant Consortium and donations of money, designs and software from different companies, Vassiliadis said.

WVU’s ties with NASA lie in collaborations and connections

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Summit Hall is testing an online guest pass system that will eventually be used in all the residence halls at West Virginia University.

Guest information would be put into a computer system by Resident Assistants, said Scott Rubin, area advisor for Summit Hall.

He said it would be easier to access guest information more quickly.

The new system has been used in Summit Hall since mid-October and will expand to Lincoln Hall, Fieldcrest Hall and Honors Hall soon, Rubin said.

Rubin said there are some obstacles, like training people, in the other residence halls before the expansion.

Rubin said the change would not affect students.

“All they’re required to do is come to the front desk with their IDs and the RAs will punch in the information online. It’s very simple,” he said.

The new online guest pass system is also very cost effective for WVU, Rubin said.

The system enables RA’s and faculty to look up guests,

find out what room they are in, who they signed in with and their contact information, in case of an emergency, Rubin said.

Rubin said the older system required every desk and residence hall to handwrite a pass for all of the guests coming into the building.

Using the online guest pass system at every residence hall, WVU could save approximately $8,000 - 9,000 per year in paper costs alone, he said.

Summit Hall began using the new online guest pass system in response to the RA’s requests to help make the dorms more secure, Rubin said “The RA’s have asked for it for years and there is an overwhelmingly positive response,” Rubin said.

Students can sign their guest into residence halls after 4 p.m. with the RA that is working the front desk, said Pamela Darling, main desk secretary at Summit Hall.

Eventually the system will be used in all the residence halls, he said.

Symplicity Corporation created the program with WVU. Symplicity is a software

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DEVINE ON THE MEND West Virginia’s senior running back Noel Devine has been injured since the third game of the season.

He spoke to the media about his feelings.

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Free HIV testing, vigil to be offered for World AIDS Day Students at West Virginia University can receive free rapid-HIV testing and participate in a candlelight vigil parade today in honor of World AIDS Day. The Caritas House, an AIDS service organization located at 391 Scott Ave., will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for free HIV testing. A second location

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Continued from page 1 the endowment) we can hire a great professor that could have the same impact on students as his professors had on him.”

Tattersall’s gift is the largest ever made to the university to establish an endowed faculty chair, said Patrick Gregg, director of the Office of Communications and Marketing at the College of Business and Economics.

It will provide enough money to hire a full professor, including salary and benefits, for at least 10 years, Sartarelli said.

“We want a top professor from a top school,” he said.

An endowed chair is a strong incentive for prospective candidates, said Brenda

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research labs, auditoriums and classrooms.

“It required the removal and abatement of hazardous materials from the building,” said John Sommers, WVU construction manager, in an e-mail. “The reconstruction of White Hall will bring the building into compliance with current life safety codes.”

Restoration work is being performed to preserve the existing brick and limestone facade of White Hall, he said.

will be held at First Presbyterian Church at 456 Spruce St. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

A candlelight vigil in honor of World AIDS Day will begin at the Mountainlair at 7 p.m. with a walk to the County Courthouse Square at 7:30 p.m.

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Walker, director of Development for the College of Business and Economics. “(When hiring a faculty member) it is not just the salary,” she said. “A named professorship is very important.”

The college currently has a number of smaller faculty chair endowments, as well as the Milan Puskar Dean endowment, that have been established within the last 10 years, Walker said.

The school hopes to create more in the future.

“The effort with funding is a process that takes time, and it is a great process because it allows people to give back to their alma mater,” Sartarelli said. “It is a win, win. It is a win for us, the University and the students, and it is a win for the alumni.” danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu

Sommers said the WVU Physics Department will begin moving out of Hodges Hall in Fall 2011, and the first classes will be held in White Hall in Spring 2012.

A major restoration for Hodges Hall will begin upon completion of the restoration of White Hall, Batson said.

“There are always buildings that are being maintained on a constant basis, he said. “We just completed E. Moore Hall exterior last Summer 2010 and Martin Hall the year previous.” joshua.cooper@mail.wvu.edu

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Students interested can in terms of receiving grants, contact Dimitris Vassiliadis at Pisano said. dimitris.vassiliadis@mail.wvu.

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Don Blankenship will testify about deadly Upper Big Branch mine blast

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Massey Energy chief Don Blankenship is expected to testify Dec. 14 in the probe of an April explosion that killed 29 men in West Virginia’s Upper Big Branch mine.

The state Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training has reached an agreement with Massey’s attorneys for the private meeting, which acting director C.A. Phillips said will be held at the National Mine Health and Safety Academy

near Beckley.

Virginia-based Massey did not immediately comment Tuesday on reports about the meeting in the Charleston Gazette and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

At least six other officials, including Massey’s vice president for safety, have refused to speak to investigators, and the company has fought subpoenas for some other employees in court.

The federal Mine Safety and Health Administration is lead-

ing the investigation of the blast, which is also the subject of a federal criminal probe. Under federal law, however, MSHA can only subpoena witnesses if it convenes a public hearing – something the agency has so far declined to do.

State law lets investigators subpoena witnesses regardless of whether interviews are public or private.

Earlier this month, Blankenship spent more than two hours talking to reporters about the

blast, reiterating his long-standing argument that MSHA contributed to the explosion by ordering changes in the mine’s ventilation plan.

MSHA investigators have said a buildup of coalbed methane and coal dust might have contributed to the worst underground coal mine disaster since 1970.

Massey claims a sudden release of gas overwhelmed the mine and discounts the role of coal dust.

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Wary meeting: Obama, GOP leaders pledge tax talks WASHINGTON (AP) — Heralding a new era of divided government, President Barack Obama and congressional Republicans pledged warily to seek common ground on tax cuts and reduced spending Tuesday in their first meeting since tumultuous midterm elections.

Obama also made a strong plea to Senate Republicans to permit ratification of a new arms control treaty with Russia by year’s end, raising the issue first in a session in the White House’s Roosevelt Room and then in a follow-up meeting without aides present, officials said.

No substantive agreements on essential year-end legislation emerged from the session, and none had been expected.

Instead, the meeting was a classic capital blend of substance and style, offering a chance for Obama, House Speakerin-waiting John Boehner and Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell to become more comfortable in one another’s presence despite their obvious policy differences and history of mutual distrust.

“The American people did not vote for gridlock. They didn’t vote for unyielding partisanship. They’re demanding cooperation and they’re demand-

ing progress,” the president told reporters, referring to elections that gave the GOP control of the House and a stronger say in the Senate.

Back at the Capitol after the meeting, Boehner said, “I think that spending more time will help us find some common ground,” and he credited Obama with opening the session by saying he had not reached out enough in the past to Republican leaders.

Even so, there was little or no attempt to minimize the differences that divided the parties during the election campaign, including a disagreement on legislation to extend Bush-era tax cuts due to expire at year’s end.

“It is the view of 100 percent of Senate Republicans, and a number of Senate Democrats as well ... that we ought to treat all taxpayers the same,” McConnell told reporters.

Obama and most Democrats, by contrast, want to extend existing tax cuts to all workers with family incomes under $250,000 but allow them to expire for those at higher levels.

In a sign of urgency, Obama and leaders of both parties appointed a small group to begin talks immediately on resolving the issue so lawmakers can

approve a compromise before wrapping up their work.

One possible compromise is for Democrats to agree to extend the tax cuts for all, and for Republicans to drop their insistence that the lower tax rates be made permanent. An extension for a few years would allow both sides to claim victory while limiting the cost to the government at a time when deficit reduction is a major priority of both parties.

Officials said there was relatively little discussion of another major issue confronting lawmakers in the current postelection session, the need for a new spending bill so the government can run without interruption. Current spending authority expires on Dec. 3, and majority Democrats intend to extend that to Dec. 17.

The next steps are unclear, though, and a struggle is possible between Democrats who are about to lose their majority in the House, and Republicans who won the election with a call for significant spending cuts.

In addition, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said it was important for Congress to pass an extension of unemployment benefits before heading home, officials said, adding that Obama concurred.

The president has called repeatedly in recent days for the Senate to ratify the proposed new START treaty with Russia. In remarks to reporters, he called it essential for the national security and said it would permit the United States to “monitor Russia’s nuclear arsenal, reduce our nuclear weapons and strengthen our relationship with Russia.”

Ratification requires a twothirds vote, meaning Republican support is essential. Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona, the GOP point man on the issue, said in the meeting that Democrats should quickly resolve the tax and spending issues to allow time for a debate on the treaty.

Kyl did not say whether he intended to vote for or against the pact, according to officials.

He and other Republicans have been involved in intensive negotiations with administration officials and Senate Democrats over terms of accompanying legislation covering the modernization and security of the U.S. nuclear arsenal.

The treaty itself calls for destruction of hundreds of old nuclear weapons, relics of the Cold War, and a system for each country to verify the other has reduced its stockpile as promised.

Pentagon leaders say gays won’t hurt the military WASHINGTON (AP) — Gay troops can serve openly in the armed forces without harming the military’s ability to fight, the Pentagon’s top leaders declared Tuesday, calling for the 17-year-old “don’t ask, don’t tell” ban to be scrapped and pointing to a new survey to show most troops won’t mind.

President Barack Obama, citing the troop poll, urged the Senate to repeal the ban before adjourning in the next few weeks, but there is still no indication GOP objections can be overcome with just a few weeks left in the postelection lame-duck session. Still, the survey did put new pressure on Republican opponents, led

by Sen. John McCain, who say efforts to repeal the law are politically motivated and dangerous at a time of two wars.

Defense Secretary Robert Gates said the ban on openly gay military service “requires people to lie,” and he called for quick Senate action.

“We spend a lot of time in the military talking about in-

tegrity and honor and values.

Telling the truth is a pretty important value in that scale,” Gates said as he released the Pentagon study showing that most people currently in uniform don’t care about the ban.

Senate Democrats plan to force a vote in December. Senate Republicans were generally silent following release of the Pentagon recommendations for repealing the ban.

Although historic, Tuesday’s recommendation that the military for the first time allow openly gay people came with a caveat that also frustrates many supporters of repeal. Gates wants an indefinite grace period while the Pentagon prepares for the policy change and phases it in.

“It would be unwise to push ahead with full implementation of repeal before more can be done to prepare the force, in particular those ground combat specialties and units, for what could be a disruptive and disorienting change,” Gates said.

Critics led by McCain say the Pentagon’s report doesn’t address risks to morale and fighting mettle. Gates countered: “I obviously have a lot of admiration and respect for Senator McCain, but in this respect I think that he’s mistaken.”

Obama has called it a top priority to repeal the 1993 law that bans openly gay service. But gay rights groups have complained that he and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid have done too little to see it through, focusing their postelection efforts instead on tax cuts and a nuclear arms treaty with Russia before Republicans gain congressional strength when lawmakers return in January.

In the report, the study’s co-chairs, Pentagon General Counsel Jeh Johnson and Army Gen. Carter Ham, wrote, “We are both convinced that our military can do this, even during this time of war.”

Gates said he didn’t think the Pentagon would have to rewrite its regulations on hous-

ing, benefits or fraternization to accommodate gays if they were allowed to serve openly.

A defense policy bill that would overturn the law – pending certification by the Pentagon and the president that doing so wouldn’t hurt the military’s ability to fight – has languished in the Senate since it passed the House this spring.

In the meantime, a federal judge ordered the Pentagon to stop enforcing the law because it was unconstitutional.

The Obama administration is appealing that decision.

“Given the present circumstances, those that choose not to act legislatively are rolling the dice that this policy will not be abruptly overturned by the courts,” Gates said.

Obama said in a statement released by the White House: “Today I call on the Senate to act as soon as possible so I can sign this repeal into law this year and ensure that Americans who are willing to risk their lives for their country are treated fairly and equally.”

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‘Stage Beauty’ brings comedy, sex to CAC by jesse tabit a&e writer

Audiences looking for a light-hearted period piece that explores gender, theater and soul searching need to look no further.

West Virginia University Arts and Entertainment presents “Compleat Female Stage Beauty” by Jeffery Hatcher at the Gladys Davis Theater at the Creative Arts Center Nov. 18 to Dec. 3.

Fantastic costumes and hilarious performances make for a refreshing and raunchy comedy that features a unique tone that hasn’t yet been seen at the CAC. The cast, comprised of WVU theater students, is spoton with appropriate British accents, and each actor fits

into his or her role comfortably and gives a convincing performance.

The production, though set in the 1600s, maintains a mature, contemporary theme that includes love, sex and gender identity. The plot follows Edward Kynaston, one of the best male actors playing a female in a time where females were not allowed on stage.

After an 18-year ban on theaters, the English monarchy is restored, and all-male acting casts have been replaced.

Kynaston is challenged by the debut of English actresses to the stage, especially when Charles II orders men to no longer play female roles. The actor slowly loses control as he is replaced by females and cannot bring himself to play a

male role.

The character leaves his duties of everyday life behind, hits rock bottom and eventually works his way back to the top. The journey is entertaining to watch, and Matthew Webster is very convincing in the lead role. Notable performances are also given by Brandon Pro as the ridiculous Sir Charles Sedley, who wears entirely too much makeup and talks with a speech impediment, and the hilarious and unpredictable Nell, played by Laura Peters. Peters gives her character a spontaneity and uniqueness that brings life to the play.

Sex scenes are peppered throughout the production

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Members of the cast of "The Compleat Female Stage of Beauty" perform at the Gladys Davis Theatre Tuesday.

How to get designer styles on a college student budget MEGAN PUGLISI A&E WRITER

Every season, fashion designers from around the world display their collections on catwalks that inspire the crowds of fashion hierarchies, relishing in the art that transforms into a trendsetting lifestyle.

Although the attendees to fashion events are prominent designers and A-list celebrities who are able to purchase a $2,000 pair of gloves without putting a dent in their bank account, I believe it is the ordinary person who makes fashion trends truly flourish.

The prestigious fiscal amount that is connected to the designer labels tend to intimidate the average college student from wearing of fashionable trends.

However, looking stylish and feeling confident can be achieved in an affordable way, by learning from the students who make their stroll down University avenue to class an individual catwalk.

Take these trendy tips from your “Fashioneers” into consideration to accomplish a designer wardrobe on a college budget.

Fair Isle Katie Harr, West Virginia University senior broadcast news major, did not hesitate when asked to choose her favorite winter trend.

“Fair Isle is the hottest print of the season. Fall was nice, because it carried the tribal trend from summer, but I am glad to see something more seasonably appropriate.”

She said the brand “screams winter.”

“It has been seen everywhere from the ‘Dumb and Dumber’

in the ’90s to being revitalized by retailers like Victoria’s Secret, Forever 21, and Urban Outfitters,” she said.

Fair Isle is a traditional knit that gets its name from a tiny island north of Scotland where the technique was first developed. The chunky sweaters printed with reindeer and snowmen have swiftly taken over the floors of countless department and boutique stores.

Harr first witnessed this trend being worn by Victoria’s Secret model Lily Aldridge. Bold trends that are worn on the catwalk usually create apprehension for the rest of the world. Only the daring few will step up to the fashion home plate to become home running trendsetters.

“I knew I could pull off the print with the right cut and fit,” she said. “Without the right cut and fit, it’s quite possible that you’ll look like a creature from

‘Shepherd’s Tale’ resurrects ‘Serenity’ crew JAMES CARBONE CAMPUS CALENDAR EDITOR

As a science fiction fan, I will always hold the position that the Joss Whedon’s television show “Firefly” was cancelled too early.

Viewers were given a vast galaxy full of potential and a spaceship full of unique characters, but thanks to the Fox network, the first and only season was a measly 14 episodes.

Thankfully, in 2005 the film “Firefly” returned characters like Malcolm Reynolds, River Tam and Jayne Cobb to their fans. While there has since been talk about another film, no new stories in the “Firefly” universe have materialized since outside of one medium: comic books.

Comics are now the only official way for these characters to go on new adventures, and there will always be acolytes of this short-lived series to pick them up.

Already published stories include “Serenity: Better Days,”

which takes place between the film and TV show and “Serenity: Float Out,” a story that takes place after the movie, but flashes back to moments before the show.

The latest one is “Serenity: The Shepherd’s Tale,” which tells the tale of Shepherd Derrial Book, played by actor Ron Glass in live-action media.

The comic, which had initially been released as a hardcover graphic novel, is told in a format similar to the film “Momento,” starting with Book’s big scene from “Firefly” and going back, years at a time, to his young childhood.

It is the most information that has ever been revealed about the character before and tells about how he used to be a drunk, how he came to be a passenger on the spaceship Serenity, some shadier aspects of his past and how he got the name Derrial Book.

This story has been a long time in the making, as well.

Originally teased as a three issue miniseries to be released in 2008, it took two additional years for publisher Dark Horse

to get something to its fans.

The delay was caused by creator Whedon looking for the best writer to translate his outline into a story, not finding that scribe until bringing in brother Zack, who also worked on his brother’s musical, “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-a-long Blog,” as well as TV shows like “Deadwood”

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your mom’s closet, or a guest to an ugly Christmas sweater party.”

Designer Marc Jacobs has included Fair Isle into every showcase this season that can be purchased at Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, ranging from $278820. Realistically, that is impossible for college students and most people. Instead, check out stores like Express and Forever 21 to get cozy in your very own, affordable, Fair Isle sweater.

Scarves and hats for women and men Colin Farrell, a senior international studies major, appreciates scarves and hats.

“Scarves can be worn casually and with business attire. I tend to make sure I have an assortment of hats and scarves every winter because it makes my outfit look that much better.”

Farrell first witnessed the scarf and hat trend on celebri-

ties out of Harlem, New York, known as “The Diplomats.”

Unlike the apprehensive bunch who is weary about new trends, Farrell was quick to stand out from the crowd.

“As soon as I saw this trend being worn, I knew it was a hit that I wanted to be apart of,” Farrell said.

Meredith Sussman, a sophomore geology major, also agrees that scarves are the best winter trend.

Inspired by the wardrobe of Clint Eastwood, Sussman explained how she loves to wear scarves with a “southwestern theme that are simple and practical.”

When asked to tell where she finds her trendy scarves, Sussman replied, “The best ones are only a few dollars from thrift stores.” Thrifting for creative and unique fashion will always be inexpensive and good for one-

of-a-kind pieces.

A scarf and a hat are the perfect accessories to any college student’s ensemble due to the affordability and variety of styles. H&M is a great store to purchase a scarf or a hat that will complete your style this season.

With the holidays right around the corner, consider spreading this stylish and inexpensive trend to your family members and friends to make a great gift.

Faux fur “My favorite trend of this season would have to be faux fur leg warmers,” said Maggie Rudinger, a senior fashion merchandising major. “They are warm, fuzzy and look great over a pair of tights or leggings with boots.”

Rudinger first noticed the faux fur trend while flipping

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World Aids Day brings awareness to WVU Today is World AIDS Day. An annual event since 1988, World AIDS Day has given millions the opportunity to receive more education on AIDS awareness.

This year’s theme for World AIDS Day is “Universal Access and Human Rights.”

Leaders from around the world are pledging to work for universal access to HIV/AIDS treatments.

According to UNAIDS estimates, the world currently has over 33 million people living with the disease, including 2.5

million children.

Everyone knows about the AIDS epidemic, but talks about the deadly disease are not as frequent or educated as they should be.

World AIDS Day is a great chance to let people know the disease has not gone away.

Although the majority of people living with the disease are located in lower and middle-income countries, the threat of infection is possible everywhere.

All people should be aware

of the disease and make sure HIV is not transmitted between unknowing partners.

The Caritas House, North Central West Virginia’s only AIDS service organization, is leading several West Virginia University groups, such as the Psychology Club and Kappa Kappa Psi, in a candlelight vigil/walk starting at 7 p.m. at the Mountainlair.

The walk will proceed to the County Courthouse Square at 7:30 p.m. and will be followed by speakers and refreshments.

Also, free HIV testing will be available at two locations today.

The Caritas House will be conducting testing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and free testing will also be available at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 456 Spruce St., from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Anyone who is sexually active should take advantage of the free testing locations. The thought of having HIV is frightening, but spreading the disease to sexual partners is far

worse.

In a college atmosphere where students are likely to have multiple partners, testing is a very important part of maintaining control over the disease.

Although treatments for HIV have progressed, there is still no known cure.

Please call the Caritas House office at 304-985-0021 if there are any questions regarding World AIDS Day.

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Brits should want a good princess more than a ‘fashionista’ michael piano correspondent

The world wasn’t surprised when Kate Middleton accepted a marriage proposal from Prince William.

Wanting to know more about her, I checked AOL news, The Telegraph, BBC and a few other common sites.

The chatter was mostly insignificant. AOL News had a piece comparing Middleton’s fashion expressions to those of the late Princess Diana.

BBC wants to know what her dress will look like and who will design it, and they also had an article about the name “Kate.”

The only significant pieces I found were summaries of their first interview as an engaged couple. They both agreed they wanted to have a loving family – who doesn’t?

Why aren’t more people concerned with whether or not Kate will be a good queen?

It could be because, unlike many members of the Royal Family, Miss Middleton hasn’t gotten herself into any trouble.

But, being the mother of Great Britain and the 15 other Commonwealth Realms requires more than just staying out of trouble.

It involves being a mother figure to all her people, aiding the future king in his duties and raising the future heirs

to do the same.

Being princess is more than having tea and crumpets with dignitaries.

The sovereign is hoped to be a moral example because they head charities, craftsmen’s associations, fraternal orders, military orders, etc. as nonpartisan leaders.

Furthermore, several decisions in government are still legally outside the hands of Parliament, even some decisions regarding the use of military force.

Such decisions are in the hands of state officials who report to none other than the queen; though she rarely tells them what to do.

In the same manner, the monarch, as head of the Church of England, rarely appoints Archbishops of Canterbury based on her own personal dispositions, but on the advice of the leading clergy.

The idea is that the queen will never have to intercede, but look at what has happened in Belgium since 2007.

Governing coalitions often cannot be easily found, and upwards of 100 days have passed before governments have been formed.

Some have even speculated that Belgium may split into two states.

The king has been appointing negotiators and denying resignations to ensure there will be a government.

This would be an unlikely occurrence in Britain, Can-

ada, Australia, New Zealand and other places.

But, it is imagined by the Monarchist League of Canada that if the government acts in an unconstitutional manner, the Canadian Sovereign will act to restore the people’s liberties.

Has anyone tried to figure out what Middleton thinks about community, the state, morality or faith?

The real issues should not be neglected for vain intrigues, such as who’s going to make her wedding dress.

Every child begins with a belief that they were born with some purpose; then some adult comes along and tells them it’s all an accident.

We are all born to learn how to love, so on judgment day, we will be told if we have accepted or rejected love.

Some have more particular destinies that are specific, and some can only be left to speculation.

Some never fulfill what they were meant to do in this world, and some do for a while, but fail along the way, never managing to fix their mistakes.

Others are more fortunate.

Some are born in a good environment, while others are born disadvantaged.

But even if your father was a rapist, or your mother was a prostitute, you are no accident.

The monarch isn’t an accident either. He has no choice in who he is.

He will never have to whore

himself out for votes with empty promises and quick fixes, like so many other heads of state.

Instead, his conception is his right to rule.

The previous monarch and his or her consort make a pact with God, and the three of them create the child with the specific intent that he will be a parent of the nation.

However, there is no guarantee of perfection. Otto von Habsburg, son of the last Austrian Emperor and former long-serving member of the European Parliament from Bavaria, has defended monarchism in this way.

Middleton, however, has a choice in who she will become, therefore she can never rule in her own right under current British law, but her offspring can.

One must wonder whether or not she is making this choice for the right reasons.

Middleton’s true colors will reveal themselves eventually.

Life is hard and if you always stand up for what you believe, there is the possibility of friction between your colleagues, friends, family and those you love.

Is Middleton going to be some fashion queen, best known for modeling underwear in 2002? Or will she search down in her gut and AP find what it takes to stand up This is a 2008 file photo of Kate Middleton, fiancee of Britain’s Price William, in RAF Cranand be the woman that Great well, England, where Prince William received his RAF wings from his father Prince Charles.

Britain needs when times get Prince William’s fiancee is a country girl who loves the late-night club scene. hard; as they always do.

WVU administration should consider a schedule change AJ Warne Columnist

No matter how much West Virginia University students like turkey, the Backyard Brawl and the small breath of air they get before the December crunch of projects and finals, Thanksgiving Break has got to go.

This long-standing reprieve before the grand finale is not good for all students, and it has some harmful, widespread consequences.

Some feel that removing it would have several positive outcomes.

First of all, removing Thanksgiving Break would not mean students could not celebrate at home with their families, and it wouldn’t even end the week of rest surrounding the great day of turkey.

The change would involve a schedule that provides a greater separation between spring and fall semesters. Fall

semester would start the first week of August and run until two weeks before Thanksgiving, making the week directly before Thanksgiving finals week. Spring semester would be just as it is now.

So, why should the schedule be changed? Well, it is not apparent why the schedule is as it is, anyway.

Of course, it’s a break before the December crunch (the rally where every late assignment is turned in, everyone has perfect attendance and students pretend to care about class to get better grades), dead week and finals, but the week is almost always wasted, and the woes it creates far outweigh this little respite.

How many students legitimately spend Thanksgiving Break doing homework?

How many of those students get more work accomplished than would be done over a weekend and how many students do any work over the break would be ahead, anyway?

The answers are obvious, and they clearly support the argument; the break is not as academically successful as some think.

There are few academic advantages to this break and the current schedule, and there are large systemic impacts to its existence.

Thanksgiving Break inspires a lot of trips to and from universities and colleges all over the country.

This is harmful to our delicate ecosystem, and it is detrimental to the pocketbooks of those already paying for college.

At WVU, 26,000 students (at best) are going to drive home for break just to turn around and drive back for the final three-week push to the end of the semester.

This doesn’t even include students without transportation, such as freshmen, who require parents to drive the trip twice over. This doubles the amount of gas and emissions expended by those with cars.

This unnecessary trip (or two) could be eliminated with the schedule change, alleviating this unnecessary burden on an already fragile atmosphere and reducing the high costs of attending college.

Hundreds of institutions, large and small, share WVU’s academic calendar and amplify this impact.

The change in one institution could ignite a fire, which could rip across the U.S. and help to mend the woes of the current calendar.

New advantages will abound from this new schedule. Students who rely on part-time jobs over breaks to fund their education will have a better opportunity to work after the fall semester, which would allow them to earn money for the spring.

This new schedule would still include a Spring Break, but it will have eight weeks in the winter and 12 weeks in the summer for students to earn money to cover their semester expenses.

This also gives students op-

portunities to acquire more meaningful jobs to supplement their education.

Jobs worked over the current, three-week Winter Break tend to be part-time fill-in jobs, rather than educationbased internships or more fulfilling jobs that could occur within the new schedule.

An additional benefit would be reduction in the second-semester slump many students experience, in which fall grades are better than their spring grades.

If students do not feel like they are rushed back into their second semester each year, they will be mentally rested and better prepared.

Granting students a longer winter break would also give students additional opportunities to study abroad without interfering with academic work.

The Winter Break would be a favorable time to visit countries in the Southern Hemisphere, which would be going through summer at that time.

The current semester

schedule creates a burden on the atmosphere and on the pocketbooks of collegiate families, while creating no positive academic flow.

Changing the schedule would allow students to earn more money, more evenly throughout the year.

More students would have a better chance to gain meaningful employment, and the positive academic benefits from a more meaningful job, and an increased opportunity for internships and increased time to mentally recharge would positively affect spring grades and learning outcomes of students throughout the entire year.

People may have their own reasons for endorsing this change, but few reasons can even be legitimately postulated not to change the schedule.

The WVU administration should, for these reasons, change the current academic calendar for the good of the students, who are the University’s number-one priority.

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Holiday movie preview Winter is a busy season for the box office – but is there anything worth seeing this year?

Compiled by David Ryan, A&E Editor

‘THE TOURIST’

‘DAWN TREADER’

‘TRON: Legacy’

DEC. 10 JOHNNY DEPP, ANGELINA JOLIE

DEC. 10 Ben Barnes, Skandar Keynes

DEC. 17 Jeff Bridges, Garrett Hedlund

DEC. 17 Reese Witherspoon, Paul Rudd

Movies featuring international espionage are always a big draw – just look at the James Bond or Jason Bourne series.

Team up Hollywood heavyweights Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp, and you’re bound to have a film worthy of taking a trip to the cinema.

Depp stars as a traveler in a tale of mistaken identity (or is it?) as his world collides with fugitive hunter Jolie. Amid a season of lackluster offerings, ‘The Tourist’ might be a top bet.

A beloved childrens series, ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’ made a surprisingly lackluster impact on the box office. Not even Liam Neeson starring as a Jesus-like lion could make it a box office beheamoth.

After Disney booted the series, 20th Century Fox attempts to revive the franchise with its sequel ‘The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.’

The series is definitely one for the kids, but adults may find some enjoyment out of it, too.

Hollywood has been all about the ‘80’s lately, with ressurections of ‘The A-Team’ and ‘The Karate Kid.’ But, now with not much else worth attempting to bring back from the culturally barren ’80s, Disney has opted to create a sequel to a movie barely anyone knows outside of a ‘Simpsons’ or ‘Family Guy’ reference: ‘Tron.’

Visually, ‘Tron’ looks cool. But I can’t help feel this movie will grow tiresome too quickly, if not too visually nauseating once the action begins.

What happened, Paul Rudd? You used to be one of Hollywood’s new Rat Pack. You were the guy who got drunk, declaring love for his ex in ‘The 40 Year Old Virgin,’ and now you’re the new king of romantic comedies. Seriously – you’re the new Hugh Grant.

‘How Do You Know’ is a romantic offering – you’ve probably seen the trailers – that comes as a dime-a-dozen. But, in a time dominated by bears and religious lions, this may be a welcome break.

‘YOGI BEAR’

‘TRUE GRIT’

‘Little Fockers’

DEC. 17 DAN AKROYD, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE

DEC. 22 MATT DAMON, JEFF BRIDGES

DEC. 24 ROBERT DENIRO, BEN STILLER

When will Hollywood learn? Animated movies with cartoon characters living in the 3D world with real-life actors among them rarely work. ‘Alvin and the Chipmunks’ and ‘Garfield’ may have experienced some box office success, but where are they now?

These movies are entertaining for a while, but they grow stale quickly. Not even the talents of Dan Akroyd as Yogi could save this. Plus, the less said about Justin Timberlake as Boo Boo the better.

Jason Bourne as a cowboy – what other reason could you possibly need to see this remake of a John Wayne movie?

Westerns have dwindled from the national consciousness in recent years – somehow the image of dusty, old, wooden cities in the middle of nowhere do not sound appealing to modern audiences. However, ‘True Grit’ promises to offer an unpolished approach to the genre. Damon and Bridges together may breathe new life into a forgotten genre.

This family just can’t seem to catch a break. The oddly named Fockers are back again, this time with a fresh set of hillarity as the family moves on with the next stage of their lives.

After two movies and with both sides of the family having met, the couple now must overcome the next hurdle in life: children.

Though the first movie, ‘Meet the Parents’ was pretty good, ‘Meet the Fockers’ felt rehashed. Let’s hope the third time’s the charm.

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Continued from page 5 and the actors keep themselves composed and believable as feelings are expressed in the bedroom (undergarments were left on).

These scenes are controversial and might be seen to some viewers as highlights of the runtime. Some audi-

DESIGNER

Continued from page 3 through the Vogue Fall/Winter 2010 Special Edition.

“There were many designers whose models were sporting fur leg warmers down the catwalk in this edition,” she said. “I fell in love with the look and knew they were something I had to rock.”

Rudinger purchased her brown faux fur leg warmers for $41 on the online website Lulus. com. For other affordable faux –

‘TALE’

Continued from page 3 and “Fringe.”

The story itself is fairly strong, telling the tale of how Book, who was once a self-centered ne’er do well, and becomes the religious gentleman who fans know and love.

When he finally has his epiphany about how the universe works is a deep moment that may give readers new ideas about how things work on a spiritual level.

It also features minimal involvement for the rest of the Firefly crew, with River, Zoe and Mal only making cameos and Jayne having the largest role, simply for being Book’s workout buddy.

The art is done by Chris Samnee, who has done work for DC and Marvel and is currently the artist on Marvel’s “Thor: The Mighty Avenger.”

Samnee’s art does a lot for Book, portraying the humbleness that he has in his later years as well as the rough, and, tough style of his youth.

The art adds a lot to the story, as Book is a simple man, and Samnee’s character designs portray characters how Book sees them, simply designed yet full of depth.

Part of me feels like this isn’t what I was promised.

Essentially, I expected Book to be some kind of unstoppable murder machine when younger, similar to the Opera-

ences may find themselves surprised or shocked by how far the characters delve into the sensual acts and intimate moments.

Some viewers may have a slight problem with the overly long runtime, and, the accents, while realistic, were sometimes difficult to understand.

The play is definitely for mature audiences, and view-

fur apparel, take a look at Asos. com.

It is important for college students to portray themselves as young professionals.

You never know who you are going to meet in one of your classes or around campus that could potentially change the success of your future.

Never wear a trend that you do not feel comfortable in but do try to accomplish a polished look at a manageable price.

‘How Do You Know’

ers who come with an open mind won’t regret their decision. The production is a unique and hilarious show, which is able to combine a variety of elements to make something that is both raunchy, yet classy.

Tickets can be purchased at the Mountainlair or CAC box offices. jesse.tabit@mail.wvu.edu

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tive featured in “Serenity” and, while he is clearly a tough guy, he isn’t this ultimate warrior I pictured.

It is kind of like being promised an Xbox 360 for Christmas and instead receiving a PlayStation 3. Both of them are fine machines and decent in their own right, but still fundamentally different.

Still, my expectations are no reason to rag on this otherwise stellar story.

Those who are fans of the “Firefly” series should pick up this book at their earliest convenience, but those who aren’t yet familiar with the series should not use this as their starting point, unless they like spoilers.

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mation, e-mail. var3@cdc.gov.

STUDENTS FOR SENSIBLE DRUG POLICY meets at 6 p.m. in the MounMENORAH LIGHTING in celetain Room of the Mountainlair. For bration for the first night of Hamore information, e-mail ssdp. nukkah will be at 7 p.m. in front wvu@gmail.com. of the Mountainlair.

CHAMPION TRAINING ACADEMY offers free tumbling and stunting from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for Dec. 3 those interested in competiting on TOMCHIN PLANETARIUM will a Co-ed Open International Level 5 present the holiday show “‘Tis The Cheerleading Team. For more inforSeason” at 7 p.m., 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. mation, call 304-291-3547 or e-mail in Room 425 of Hodges Hall. Admis- CTA at ctainfo@comcast.net. sion is free, but reservations are required and can be made be calling Continual 304-293-3422, ext. 1443. Tomchin MON GENERAL HOSPITAL needs Observatory will be open at 7:30 volunteers for the information desk, p.m. for public viewing on the same pre-admission testing, hospitality night but requires no reservations cart, mail delivery and gift shop. and only if the sky is clear.

For more information, call Christina Brown at 304-598-1324.

Dec. 5 WELLNESS PROGRAMS on topVERA BRADLEY BINGO will be ics such as nutrition, sexual health sponsored by the West Virginia and healthy living are provided for University School of Pharmacy Re- interested student groups, orgalay for Life Team and the Lambda nizations or classes by WELL WVU Kappa Sigma student organization Student Wellness and Health Proat 1 p.m. in Room 1905 at the WVU motion. For more information, visit Health Sciences Center. Ticket ad- www.well.wvu.edu/wellness. mission is $20, and all profits will WELL WVU STUDENT HEALTH is be donated to the American Cancer paid for by tuition and fees and is Society. For more information, con- confidential. For appointments or tact Sarah Embrey at sembrey@sole. more information, call 304-293-2311 wvu.edu or 330-432-8222. or visit www.well.edu.wvu/medical.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS meets Every Wednesday nightly in the Morgantown and FairWVU FIRST BOOK ADVISORY mont areas. For more information, BOARD meets at 7 p.m. in the call the helpline at 800-766-4442 Kanawha Room of the Mountainlair. or visit www.mrscna.org.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Students and faculty are welcome to attend and get involved with First meets daily. For help or a schedule, Book and the WVU Advisory Board. call 304-291-7918. For more inforFor more information, e-mail wvu@ mation, visit www.aawv.org.

CARITAS HOUSE, a local nonfirstbook.org.

CYCLING CLUB meets at 8 p.m. profit organization serving West in the Bluestone Room of the Virginians with HIV/AIDS, needs doMountainlair. For more information, nations of food and personal care items and volunteers to support all visit www.WVUcycling.com.

THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT AS- aspects of the organization’s acSOCIATION meets at 7:30 p.m. at tivities. For more information, call Hatfields in the Mountainlair. For 304-985-0021.

CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING more information, stop by the SGA SERVICES are provided for free by or SOS offices in the Mountainlair.

WVU ULTIMATE CLUB/TEAM the Carruth Center for Psychologimeets at 5 p.m. at the WVU Intramu- cal and Psychiatric Services. A walkral Fields and is always looking for in clinic is offered weekdays from 9 new participants. Experience play- a.m. to 4 p.m. Services include eduing ultimate frisbee isn’t necessary. cational, career, individual, couples For more information, e-mail Zach and group counseling. Please visit at wvultimate@yahoo.com or visit www.well.wvu.edu to find out more information. www.sugit.org.

SCOTT’S RUN SETTLEMENT WVU-ACLU meets at 6 p.m. in the Monongalia Room of the HOUSE, a local outreach organization, needs volunteers for daily proMountainlair.

TAI CHI is taught from 6:30 p.m. grams and special events. For more to 8 p.m. Other class times are avail- information or to volunteer, contact able. For more information, call Adrienne Hines at vc_srsh@hotmail. com or 304-599-5020.

304-319-0581.

WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILC ATHOLICS ON C AMPUS meets at 8 p.m. at 1481 Univer- DREN needs volunteers. WIC prosity Ave. For more information, call vides education, supplemental foods and immunizations for preg304-296-8231.

ESL CONVERSATION TABLE meets nant women and children under 5 at 6 p.m. at the Blue Moose Cafe. years of age. This is an opportunity All nationalities are welcome. The to earn volunteer hours for class retable is sponsored by Monongalia quirements. For more information, County Literacy Volunteers, a mem- contact Michelle Prudnick at 304ber of the United Way family. For 598-5180 or 304-598-5185.

FREE RAPID HIV TESTING is availmore information on Literacy Volunteers, contact Jan at 304-296-3400 able on the first Monday of every month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the or mclv2@comcast.net.

WVU FENCING CLUB hosts ad- Caritas House office located at 391 vanced fencing practice from 7 Scott Ave. Test results are available p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Stansbury Hall in 20 minutes and are confidential.

Gym. For more information, e-mail To make an appointment, call 304wvufencing@gmail.com or visit 293-4117. For more information, www.fencingclub.studentorgs.wvu. visit www.caritashouse.net.

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AIKIDO BEGINNERS CLASS is held United Way agency, is looking for at 6 p.m. at 160 Fayette St. Student volunteers to become Big Brothrates are available. For more infor- ers and Big Sisters in its one-on-

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one community-based and schoolbased mentoring programs. To volunteer, contact Sylvia at 304983-2823, ext. 104 or e-mail bigs4kids@yahoo.com.

ROSENBAUM FAMILY HOUSE, which provides a place for adult patients and their families to stay while receiving medical care at WVU, is looking for service organizations to provide dinner for 20 to 40 Family House guests. For more information, call 304-598-6094 or e-mail rfh@wvuh.com.

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS is seeking volunteers for one-on-one tutoring in basic reading and English as a second language. Volunteer tutors will complete tutor training, meet weekly with their adult learners, report volunteer hours quarterly, attend at least two in-service trainings per year, and help with one fundraising event. For more information, call 304-296-3400 or email MCLV2@comcast.net.

CATHOLIC MASS is held at St. John University Parish at 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

MOUNTAINEER SPAY/NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM is an allvolunteer nonprofit that promotes spay/neuter to reduce the number of homeless pets that are euthanized every year. M-SNAP needs new members to help its cause, as does ReTails, a thrift shop located in the Morgantown Mall. For more information, go to www.m-snap.org.

THE CONDOM CARAVAN will be in Room G304 of the Health Sciences Center on Mondays and the Mountainlair on Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m. The caravan sells condoms for 25 cents or five for $1.

INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP is an interdenominational student-led organization that meets weekly on campus. Everyone is welcome to attend events.

For more information, e-mail Daniel at ivcfwvu@yahoo.com or visit the IVCF website at www.wvuiv. org.edu.

THE ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE meets on the second Monday and fourth Tuesday of every month at noon at Hatfields in the Mountainlair. All students and faculty are invited. For more information, e-mail amy.keesee@mail. wvu.edu.

THE CHEMISTRY LEARNING CENTER, located on the ground floor of the Chemistry Research Laboratories, is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday through Wednesday.

THE M-TOWN MPOWERMENT PROJECT, a community-building program run by and geared toward young gay or bisexual men 18 to 29, is creating an environment in the Morgantown community where young men can feel empowered to make a difference in their lives. Mpowerment also focuses on HIV and STD prevention education. For more information, call 304-319-1803.

THE MORGANTOWN FUN FACTORY, a nonprofit organization, is looking for volunteers to work at the Children’s Discovery Museum of West Virginia. For more information, go to www.thefunfactory.org or email CDMofWV@gmail.com.

CHRISTIAN HELP, a nonprofit that offers free resources to the less fortunate, is in need of volunteers to assist with its programs. For more information, call 304-296-0221.

HOROSCOPES

BY JACQUELINE BIGAR BORN TODAY This year, you make waves wherever you go. Enjoy the spotlight, though understand with it comes responsibilities. Admirers tend to be very observant. Pressure builds financially. You might want to cut back, revamp your budget or perhaps consider a second job. You can create exactly what you want. If you are single, you’ll have multiple suitors. Choosing the one who will help create the type of relationship you desire also will be important. If you are attached, look to socializing more or taking up a key cause together. Discussions about money might be a bit too animated. Count on LIBRA. ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) HHHH All is not what it seems, as you wake up in perhaps an overly serious mood.

Communication flourishes with a boss or someone you look up to. You might not need to agree, but listen well. Your instincts serve you well. Tonight: Where people are.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) HHH Focus on a matter that is tripping you up.

Touch base with a respected, intellectual friend or associate. Consider ways of moving this boulder from your life once and for all. There just might be a way. Tonight: Easy does it.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) HHHHH Where others hit a roadblock, you move right around it. Tap into your ingenuity more frequently. You’ll get acknowledgment for all that you shoulder, but perhaps you might want to delegate or find

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men’s soccer

WVU sets expectations higher in ’11

BY MICHAEL CARVELLI

Record: 11-8-2 Leading Scorer: Franck Tayou, 9 Assists Leader: Shadow Sebele, 11 Returning Starters: 10 Key losses: Zach Johnson, GK

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Others might not have been able to see it, but West Virginia men’s head soccer coach Marlon LeBlanc had a feeling this would be his first team since 2007 to get to the NCAA Tournament.

And even though it was a team led mostly by sophomores, the Mountaineers finished 11-8-2 and made it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament before they were bounced by Akron.

“The pundits probably didn’t see us going as far as we did, because we were so young,” LeBlanc said. “But I wasn’t really surprised at all, because I knew the kind of talent these guys had.”

Sure, they were young, and they might not have been the best team away from Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium, but this Mountaineer team did one thing it wasn’t able to do over the past few seasons: They could put the ball in the back of the net.

After scoring just 13 goals in the 2009 season, West Virginia almost tripled that number this season, scoring 34 goals.

And what’s even more impressive was the way it was spread out across the entire team.

The Mountaineers got goals from 10 different players and had four who scored five or more goals on the year.

“That was obviously a factor in why we won more games this year,” LeBlanc said. “That was obviously the big question mark on our team this year, and I thought we turned out to be pretty darn explosive.”

Matching that solid offense was one of the best back lines in the country, anchored by senior goalkeeper Zach Johnson.

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Continued from page 10 chance to score,” Huggins said.

“He has spread the defense for us.”

It wasn’t all fun and games for Mitchell a season ago. After transferring to WVU from Chipola College (Fla.) where he was the 2009 National Junior College Athletic Associa-

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ing just two first downs before halftime.

Whether we want to admit it or not, it was the first step in the changing of the guard for the Mountaineers – from the Devine and Sanders show, to Alston, Austin and Associates.

Sounds like a law firm, produces like a factory.

Believe it or not, Devine and

DEVINE

Continued from page 10 with guys who hold school records, and just having them around is great for me as a person, as well as to grow and bond with two great athletes,” said WVU quarterback Geno Smith. “When I see them on Sunday Night Football, I can say ‘I played with those guys.’”

Devine will leave West Vir-

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Turnaround has UConn on verge of Big East Title

QUESTIONS HEADING INTO OFFSEASON: Who will replace Zach Johnson?

The Mountaineers will have to replace Johnson at goalkeeper next season.

He was a four-year starter at WVU and is near the top of every keeper statistic in school history.

Can they make a run to win the Big East?

With all of the players that WVU returns, there’s no question that things can only go up for the Mountaineers next season.

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West Virginia’s Peabo Doue (11) will be one of 10 returning starters for the Mountaineers next season.

Can they bring in another great recruiting class?

Head coach Marlon LeBlanc has regularly brought in great recruiting classes since he’s been at West Virginia. Another solid one could help put the Mountaineers over the top in 2011.

Johnson is the only regular from this year’s starting lineup who won’t be returning in 2011, graduating after being the man between the pipes for four seasons at Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium, and he leaves as one of the most prolific keepers in school history.

“Even though this was probably Zach’s worst season statistically since he’s been here, he’s going to be a tough guy to replace,” LeBlanc said. “It’s probably going to be one of the most coveted keeper jobs in the nation, and whoever gets it, they will have earned it.”

LeBlanc said his replacement for Johnson will likely be a battle between sophomore Yale Tiley and freshmen Paul Killian and Travis Ives.

But, unlike it was this season,

next year’s edition of West Virginia men’s soccer will be one that has been battle-tested and will have experience in the postseason. That’s something LeBlanc thinks is going to be vital if they want to make a run in the tournament next season.

“These guys got the opportunity to play in the postseason, and having tournament experience is the key ingredient to any team that wants to win,” LeBlanc said. “It was big for this group to get there, because now we’ve got 10 out of 11 starters coming back who have played in an NCAA Tournament.

“If we win a game or two more (next year), we’re probably not even playing in the first round, and we’re hosting a second round game instead of going to Akron.”

After the year ended, four Mountaineers were garnered postseason honors for their play.

Johnson, Ray Gaddis and Shadow Sebele were named second team all-Big East Conference and Eric Schoenle was a third team selectee.

Gaddis was also named a third team all-American by Top Drawer Soccer.

“The positive with this group is that it’s hard to pinpoint any one person on this team that deserves more recognition than anyone else. This is a pretty good team from top to bottom,” LeBlanc said. “I’m proud of everyone who did get honored this year, but the future’s even brighter for these guys.”

tion Player of the Year, Mitchell had a tough time finding his comfort zone.

“It is hard for any first year player to buy into the demand and how hard Huggs is in practice,” said point guard Joe Mazzulla. “It is hard for a first year guy to listen. (Mitchell) was similar to a freshman.”

One of Mitchell’s biggest struggles at the beginning of his time with the Mountain-

eers was listening to the coaching staff.

“He is a great example of you can learn if you shut your mouth and listen,” Huggins said.

Mitchell, though, has began to buy into Huggins’ tough coaching philosophies, and his coaches and teammates say they see a change in the Savannah, Ga., native.

“Casey has been great,” Hug-

gins said. “He has been extremely coachable.”

Mazzulla spotlighted Mitchell as a great example of what buying into Huggins’ ideas can do for a young player.

“It just shows how successful you can be when you do buy in, especially for a guy like Casey,” Mazzulla said. “His success is going to be our success.”

Sanders only have two games left in the Mountaineer uniform. The pair’s final home game is Saturday.

The transition has to happen eventually.

“What you’re seeing is what we’re trying to evolve into,” Stewart said Monday.

Previously, the coach planned on moving Austin back to his original tailback spot after Devine’s graduation. Alston, buried in the plethora of tailbacks while recovering from a

knee injury, wasn’t even in the picture.

Stewart was asked after the game whether his previous thinking changed now that both Alston and Austin have proven themselves in their current roles.

Faced with a question he had to have known was coming, all he could do was smile.

“I’m starting to like those bigger backs more and more,” Stewart said.

How could he not after what

the personnel showed Friday?

With Alston in the backfield and fellow big back Ryan Clarke there to spot him, West Virginia’s offense has the potential to be hard-hitting and tough.

With Austin lined up wide, the Mountaineers can stretch the field with such speed and shiftiness that “couldn’t be tackled in a phone booth.”

With both, WVU will win games.

ginia as one of the top running backs in program history. He will finish in the top three in career-rushing yards and top five in career-rushing touchdowns.

He may become WVU’s allpurpose rushing leader by the end of the year, too.

But, players like sophomore running back Shawne Alston said they will always remember Devine’s work ethic.

“He comes out and works so hard everyday,” Alston said.

“Noel might be small, but he works so hard.”

Devine, who came in as a freshman with thoughts of entering the NFL early, never thought this day would come.

Now a veteran and team player, he believes a college degree and a Big East title – which WVU will share with a win over the Scarlet Knights – are more important than any record he was close to achieving.

“It would mean a lot to me,” Devine said of winning the

Big East. “When I came in as a freshman, winning the Big East was something we were used to. Now, we haven’t won it in two years. We just have to take care of business.”

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Connecticut’s Zach Frazer, right, runs for a first down while being chased by Cincinnati’s Derek Wolfe Saturday in the Huskies’ win over the Bearcats.

By Matthew Peaslee Sports Writer

For the past month, Connecticut has been blazing a trail. Four-straight wins have the Huskies pinned for the title of Big East Conference Champions. The Huskies have put up more than 40 points twice this season and over the course of the last four games have outscored opponents 107-64.

They have the second highest scoring average in the league.

“The biggest thing is we’ve not turned the ball over offensively,” UConn head coach Randy Edsall said.

Edsall attributes the offensive poise to its leader and signal caller, Zach Frazer.

“We’ve been getting great play from our quarterback,” Edsall said. “Zach Frazer has done a nice job. He’s gone in and managed the game and led our team and got us into the right plays and made the right throws.”

Although UConn sits last in the Big East in passing offense and pass efficiency, Edsall still feels that Frazer has been the glue that has held his team together throughout its historic season.

Preseason expectations have shed the limelight on the Huskies throughout the year.

Early losses to Michigan and Temple looked to derail a possible strong run into the conference tilt. However, the Big East schedule was just what they needed to get back on track. With only South Florida in their way to reaching a BCS bowl game, the pressure has

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never been applied more in the 10 years Connecticut has been a Division I school than now.

“They know what the implications are coming in,” Edsall said. “They’ve known for the last four or five weeks that if we lose, we’re done. We’ve been playing playoff football for the last five weeks.”

With the success the Huskies have sustained in 2010, questions have been raised to Edsall on whether or not he sees himself at the helm of the program he built from the ground up. Rumors of him leaving for greener pastures in a more prominent program have swirled for quite some time.

He is adamant the speculation hasn’t phased him one bit.

“It’s a distraction from the standpoint that people bring it up,” he said. “I have not been contacted by anybody.”

When the Huskies head to Tampa Saturday night to face the Bulls it will be perhaps the biggest game in Edsall’s 12 years at Connecticut. He knows he and his team are ready for the high stakes contest.

“All we’re doing is just getting ready to play South Florida and win the game and do the best we can. All my focus is on South Florida, just like it was for Cincinnati, West Virginia, and Pitt and all 11 games so far.” matthew.peaslee@mail.wvu.edu

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QUESTIONABLE CALLS What bowl game will WVU play in this year?

by tony dobies

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by matthew peaslee

West Virginia will be enjoying a freshly squeezed cup of juice Sunday evening. That’s when the Mountaineers will be invited to the Orange Bowl.

WVU will do the unthinkable back when it lost to Connecticut – win the Big East Conference – and head to its third BCS bowl game in program history.

The Mountaineers will beat Rutgers at home Saturday and wait patiently that evening when Connecticut faces South Florida.

While the Huskies are the hottest team in the Big East, they aren’t necessarily world beaters away from home. In the evening atmosphere in humid Raymond James Stadium, USF will pull the upset which in turn sends the Mountaineers bowling.

With WVU in a BCS bowl, the question becomes at which game will it end up. The initial reaction is that West Virginia will head to the Fiesta Bowl and face the Big 12 Conference Championship of either Nebraska or Oklahoma. But, the Orange Bowl might just be a better fit in the landscape of college football this year.

Stanford will be in a BCS bowl game, because it is in the top four of the standings. But, the Cardinal won’t travel to Miami as well as WVU would. In addition, Stanford would fill up University of Phoenix Stadium before WVU would.

For that reason, which is of most importance to bowls, the Mountaineers will be facing the ACC champion between Florida State and Virginia Tech in Miami Jan. 3.

For a team that was in last place of the Big East a month ago, it will be one of the best turnarounds in school history if it were to come true.

Even with one week left in the regular season, so many possible bowl destinations depend on so few games for the West Virginia football team.

If the Mountaineers top Rutgers at noon Saturday, they’ll surely have their eyes glued to the Connecticut-South Florida matchup that night.

A peek at the Virginia TechFlorida State Atlantic Coast Conference Championship probably will happen, too.

If everything works out in West Virginia’s favor, the newly named Big East Champions will be representing the league in Miami at the Orange Bowl.

My guess is, Connecticut won’t be in the running after a loss against the Bulls Saturday.

That seems like the scenario everyone – including the Big East – is hoping for.

If the Huskies win, a return trip to the Fiesta Bowl likely won’t happen for West Virginia simply because of the importance of a story line. Mountaineer fans saw how much the “Bobby Bowden’s last game” did for getting the Florida StateWest Virginia matchup in the Gator Bowl last year.

The same philosophy of making the bowl game intriguing could play in West Virginia’s favor again this year with a possible matchup against rival Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl.

But this all depends on whether WVU can beat Rutgers, if USF can top UConn, and if VT wins the ACC. If Florida State beats the Hokies and everything else falls into place, the Mountaineers will be heading to Glendale, Ariz. If nothing falls into place, it’s a return trip to Charlotte, N.C. Until then, start planning your schedule for Miami.

The West Virginia football team will be playing in the Orange Bowl this season, and it will receive its first BCS bid since the 2007 season.

In order for this to happen, obviously, a few different things need to occur.

First off, the Mountaineers will beat a lowly Rutgers team that will looking to end a season in which they have struggled mightily.

WVU will also come out high knowing what is at stake on senior day.

Secondly, Connecticut will lose to South Florida this weekend.

The Bulls come into the game as a stiffer test than Cincinnati was last weekend, and they will slow down the Huskies ability to run the ball.

In addition, former walk-on quarterback Bobby Eveld will be at the helm for USF due to a B.J. Daniels injury.

While in last weekend’s contest for the Bulls, Eveld led the team to a victory over Miami for the first time in team history.

After both of those events, the Mountaineers will take on the winner of the Virginia Tech and Florida State game.

The Hokies are playing their best football of the season and punch a ticket to the Orange Bowl against West Virginia.

Although the Fiesta Bowl is the usual slot for the Big East winner, the Orange Bowl will make perfect sense due to its proximity to both schools and the ability of both teams to travel.

Furthermore, the Orange Bowl committee would love to renew the bitter rivalry between the Mountaineers and a former Big East Conference member.

The West Virginia football team is no stranger to Charlotte, N.C., when it comes to postseason bowl games. It is most likely where the Mountaineers are headed come Dec. 31.

Just as West Virginia head coach Bill Stewart said, it is up to the Mountaineers to take care of their business before worrying about outside forces, referring to the ConnecticutSouth Florida game taking place Saturday at 8 p.m.

UConn has spoiled the party enough this year, who is to say it won’t do it again.

With the Mountaineers’ BCS hopes likely dashed, the next best scenario would be for WVU to play in the Champs Sports Bowl to be held in Orlando, Fla. Unfortunately, another program will also spoil the high sights once again.

Coming off a valiant win at Southern California, Notre Dame will most likely bump WVU out of the Orlando bowl spot.

At 7-5, the Fighting Irish are attractive enough to draw viewers, fans and, most of all, money. The notorious fan base of the Mountaineers simply falls short of the caravan Notre Dame is sure to bring.

Barring any type of wishful thinking, Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte will house the Mountaineers and an Atlantic Coast Conference team at this month’s end.

With a 1-1 record at the venue WVU will have a chance to break the .500 mark.

Although the Mountaineers will be crossing their fingers Saturday evening, the wishful thinking may not be enough to propel them into a BCS bowl.

Their “business” will lead them to Charlotte.

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Wyoming sees benefits as TCU leaves CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — The Mountain West Conference took another hit on Monday.

In just the latest move during a whirlwind six months of conference expansion, TCU announced it will join the Big East Conference in all sports beginning in the fall of 2012.

It’s another hit for the league that just half a year ago thought itself in a position of power as it built toward receiving an automatic Bowl Championship Series bid.

Without TCU, BYU and Utah, and despite the additions of Boise State, Nevada and Fresno State, those hopes appear dashed, but the changes still aren’t all bad news for the University of Wyoming.

“From a competitive standpoint, there’s a lot of benefits going forward,” UW athletics director Tom Burman said Monday.

“Wyoming is in a league now where budgets are at least comparable. TCU was spending in the mid-50s (in terms of millions of dollars), we’re spending in the mid-20s.

“From that perspective, it’s good. But there are some issues we have to resolve.”

UW President Tom Buchanan was even more upbeat.

“The Mountain West is probably as strong today as it was,” Buchanan told the Casper StarTribune’s editorial board on Monday. “I don’t think we’re any the worse.”

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HTM PROPERTIES 1 - 7 Bedroom Sunnyside, Evansdale & Arnold Hall Great Units

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FIVE (5) 1/BR APARTMENTS NOW available. West Run, Morgantown. $600/mo each plus $300/dep. NO PETS. Call Jess: 304-290-8572.

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS for rent. Available now and December. Please call 304-365-2787 M-F 8am - 4pm

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Available June 1st. Internet ready all rooms. Near hospitals/stadium. WD, Parking. Pets negotiable. (304)610-179.

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LARGE 2/BR. KITCHEN APPLIANCES furnished. NO PETS. Downtown. Lease and deposit. Call: 304-685-6565.

LARGE, UNFURNISHED 3/BR DUPLEX apartment. Available Now. Close to campus/hospitals. Deck, appliances, WD hook-up, off-street parking. No pets. $750/mo+utilities. 304-594-2225

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High Street Apartments 211 Willey Street Corner or Willey and High 1-2-3-Bedroom Swipe Card Entry Camera System Large Laurndry Facitities D/W, Micro Wave 409 High Street 2 Bedroom D/W, Laundry Facitities Camera System With Secure Entry Door $450/$500 Per Person 387 High Street (Pita Pit Building) 1,2,3, Bedroom With Utilities and Furnished Laundry Facitities $460/$525 Per Person 156 Plesant Street 2 Bedroom With Gas Heat & Water $425/$475 Per Person 524 McLane Ave. 3 Bedroom 2 Bath W/D $350/Per Person Plus Utilities 608, 612, 620, Grant Ave. 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Off Street Parking $375/Per Person Call For Information

ROOMMATE NEEDED FOR SPRING semester 2011. Great location to classes.

Nice apartment, Spruce St. Call 304-667-7894.

SCOTT PROPERTIES DOWNTOWN/SUNNYSIDE 1/BR First St. 1/BR Lorentz 2/BR First St. 3/BR First St. 3/BR Lorentz

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FOURTH STREET 3-5 Students. $395/mo/person. Washer/Dryer. Parking.

Utilities, lease & deposit. No Pets. Available May 16. 412-831-6263 NEWLY REMODELED. FULLY furnished.

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UNFURNISHED HOUSES 2 KOOL 4 SCHOOL... NEAR STADIUM 3BR house, 21/2baths, 1C garage, 3car OSP. CAC. WD. $460/person/month +utilities. Owner pays garbage. Call Steve at 304-288-6012.

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3/BR, 2/BA C/AC. W/D. GAS, HEAT, deck/yard. Near airport. NO PETS. $900/mo plus utilities. 304-291-6533.

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AVAILABLE MAY/2011 3 BEDROOM/ 2 bath duplex. 135-B Lorentz Ave. walk to downtown campus. W/D, off street parking, utilities plus secutrity deposit. Call 304-692-5845.

AVAILABLE MAY2011 FOUR BEDROOM duplex. 135-A Lorentz Ave. walk to downtown campus. W/D, off street parking, utilities plus security deposit. Call 304-692-5845.

AVAILABLE NOW! 2/BR-1.5/BA NORTHRIDGE Townhouse. Conveniently located off of Van Voohris. Completely renovated. Everything is new! W/D included.

Short term lease okay. $900/mo. Will consider dogs with deposit. 304-685-4865.

HOUSES FOR 2-3-4/PERSONS. WHARF area. $275/mo each includes gas.

304-284-9280.

ROOMMATES JUST LISTED! MALE OR FEMALE roommate for brand-new apt. Close to downtown. Next to Arnold Hall. WD, DW, AC, parking. NO PETS. $420/mo. includes utilities.

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304-296-8491. 304-288-1572.

ROOMMATE, MALE, WILLEY STREET (Near Arnold Hall, 3mins to Campus) & South Park. Available now. Rent includes utilities. WD. Individual School Year Leases. $425/month.

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WANTED TO SUBLET HIGH STREET APARTMENT SUBLET. Near downtown campus, furnished or unfurnished. Available Jan 1-May 15, $500/mo.

Call 304-667-1797 for more info.

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brian gawthrop

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Future playmakers on display vs. Pitt

It flashed right before your eyes and mine.

You might not have recognized it, but Bill Stewart did.

I’m talking about the glimpse those who follow the Mountaineer program got the opportunity to witness in the second half of the team’s 35-10 win over Pittsburgh Friday.

It was the future of West Virginia football, specifically its offense. It revolved around three players: Shawne Alston, Tavon Austin and Geno Smith.

It was power, speed and, more importantly, efficient.

Admittedly, it was what Stewart said he had envisioned when he took over as head coach and promised to revamp the once run-heavy unit.

There on the torn up turf of Heinz Field in a must-win game, it finally clicked.

Stewart has the trio of sophomores to thank.

After receiving just one carry in the first half, Alston became the Mountaineers’ top tailback in the second half. The Hampton, Va., native finished with 15 carries for 64 yards in the second half.

Austin didn’t have a pass thrown his way in the first half.

But like a seasoned veteran, he remarkably hauled in a Smith pass for a 71-yard touchdown in just WVU’s third play from scrimmage in the second half.

He later made a leaping grab in the endzone for a 12-yard score.

The pair couldn’t be stopped, even by one of the nation’s top 20 defenses. They helped lead the West Virginia offense to 285 second-half yards after gain-

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AP

West Virginia running back Noel Devine (7) breaks away from Pittsburgh linebacker Greg Williams (38) to run for a first down during the third quarter of Friday’s win over the Panthers.

West Virginia senior running back has struggled with injuries, but has become vocal leader

BY TONY DOBIES SPORTS EDITOR

Noel Devine came into the 2010 season with aspirations of becoming West Virginia’s all-time leading rusher.

But, a bone bruise to the senior running back’s big toe in the Mountaineers’ third game of the season against LSU halted any chance of reaching that goal.

“It’s frustrating ... I know that I can’t do what I want to do,” Devine said. “It’s frustrating that I can’t be out there with the team during my senior season.”

In addition to the bone bruise on his toe, Devine also

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West Virginia (8-3, 4-2)

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tweaked his knee and ankle against Louisville Nov. 20 to limit his touches even more.

Offensive coordinator Jeff Mullen said Devine has good

and bad days in terms of what he is able to do. Devine admitted he can run well in a straight line but is unable to make cuts as well as he has previously in his career.

Devine even joked that he might have to take a redshirt after all of the injuries he’s sustained in his final year at WVU. “You’ve got a great chance to see me at 100 percent this weekend and definitely in the bowl game,” Devine said in his first interview with media since Sept. 21.

The Fort Myers, Fla., native still leads the Mountaineers with 855 rushing yards and six touchdowns, but he’s had only one 100-yard game since the

third game of the year. He averaged more than 24 carries per game through those first three games, but has carried the ball more than 20 times just twice in the last eight contests.

“He knows he’s not where he wants to be,” said WVU running backs coach Chris Beatty.

“But, he wants to help at the same time. Noel is Noel. When he’s on the field, he’s a threat.”

Devine has started to show signs of fully recovering, especially last week against Pittsburgh. He caught a swing pass and took it 48 yards to the 2-yard line in the second half.

He also averaged 6.75 yards on four rushes in a 35-10 win over the Panthers.

While Devine has been hampered by the injury, he has learned to become more of a vocal leader. That became crucial when the Mountaineers lost two-straight games against Syracuse and Connecticut.

“That was tough, just knowing that you can’t play to your fullest and losing those games were tough,” Devine said.

“Knowing that I couldn’t be out there, I knew I just needed to encourage my team and become more vocal.”

He will play his final game in Milan Puskar Stadium Saturday at noon against Rutgers.

“It’s been a pleasure to work

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men’s basketball

Mitchell becoming WVU’s go-to scorer

By Brian Kuppelweiser Sports Writer

The West Virginia men’s basketball team has been carried by go-to scorers who have had the ability to push the team to victory throughout the past 10 years.

Players like Mike Gansey, Kevin Pittsnogle, Joe Alexander and Da’Sean Butler have all carried the Mountaineers.

Many expected forward Kevin Jones to join that list this season, but surprisingly, another name has surfaced.

Guard Casey Mitchell has risen to the occasion this season for WVU as he leads the team with 21.4 points-per-game.

“Casey has been very good to this point” said WVU head coach Bob Huggins. “He has gone from a legitimate scorer to a player who scores in a mul-

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titude of ways.”

Mitchell has scored 25 points or more in three-consecutive games this season and is shooting 42.1 percent from beyond the arc.

“He gives us an option that we can go to with a pretty good

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