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Insurance to be mandatory at WVU By Laura Haight Staff Writer @DailyAthenaeum

Starting in the fall of 2014, students with six or more credit hours will be automatically enrolled in West Virginia University’s health insurance plan. Michael Ibekwe, a graduate student in public health and co-chair of the Student Health Advisory Board, said students will now have better access to the health services the University provides. “Nobody prepares to get

sick,” Ibekwe said. “So, this is something the University is trying to do to protect students.” Students who have their own health insurance or are dependents of their parents may opt out of the plan but must do so before Aug. 8 to avoid being charged. The University created the Student Insurance Office to help students who wish to opt out and to answer questions students may have about the new policy. Ibekwe said WVU is

On-campus parking changes update WVU parking system By Caroline Peters Staff Writer @DailyAthenaeum

West Virginia University’s Department of Transportation and Parking recently added two changes to its parking compliance, rules and regulations for BOG Policy 28. Kimberly Hartsell, the interim assistant director of Parking Management, said when she first received her position, she began looking at ways to help simplify the parking system. “When I came to this department in May, one of the first things I started to do was reviewing the rules and regulations and parking maps,” Hartsell said. “Being an outsider, I was able to find the errors and update information throughout the system.” The first change occurred under Section 6.3.3 and af-

complying with the Affordable Care Act and trying to make it easier for students to obtain health care. “This is something that’s going on at the national level,” Ibekwe said. “The University is following the trend to ensure that every student can access the care they deserve.” He said WVU negotiated a group rate, so the price is comparable to other health insurance plans, if not cheaper. Students will be charged a fee on their student bill similar to the library fee or

athletic fee. For students who receive financial aid, this will be classified as cost of living expenses and can increase the amount of aid they receive. I b e kw e, g ov e r n o relect for Student Government Ass o ciation who ran on the platform of health and wellness, spent much of his campaign talking to students about health insurance policies. He said most students reacted positively to the new policy but some were unhappy.

“Some students feel the University may be overstepping their boundaries,” Ibekwe said. “They don’t want to pay more money to get their degree.” Vice President of Student Affairs Ken Gray sent an email to all students to inform them of these changes. In the letter, Gray said the students are the University’s first priority. “We want them to be healthy, happy and productive in and out of the classroom,” he said. Gray said the plan will

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Honorary Mountaineer loses battle against cancer By Carlee Lammers managing editor @CARLEELAMMERS

fects drivers parking in front of dumpsters. Originally, anyone who had obtained a parking permit from WVU’s Transportation and Parking office was allowed to park in front of dumpsters. However, a few issues resulted in a new rule banning people from doing so. Hartsell said the department applied the new rule to ensure people’s vehicles remained safe. “We were having some major issues at the dorms because they have these dumpsters. In our rules and regulations, it stated people could park in a certain area,” she said. “People who had obtained parking permits were still able to park in front of the dumpsters, and this became a problem with trash pickup.” “Most of the people who had been parking in front

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Serving as president at an institution with the size and stature of West Virginia University is no easy task, but when you have as much experience as President Gordon Gee, living up to this responsibility comes naturally. Although Gee is only in his third week as permanent president of WVU, he has big plans for the University, both on an academic and community level. Though it was not his original goal, being asked to serve indefinitely is an honor, Gee said. “I was delighted. This is a closing circle in my life, as you can imagine,” he said. “I had the privilege of serving this institution when I was very young, and now I have the opportunity to be

part of it again, which is very, very special to me. I feel very affirmed.” Though Gee has been gone for a significant amount of time since last serving as WVU’s president, he has retained a significant relationship with both the school and the people of this state, which he feels will help him thrive as a leader. “I’ve had a continuing connection with the state for all the years I’ve been gone,” he said. “I have always had a real love affair with this state. It’s a place that gave me an opportunity to do great things, and one always has great affection for a place that gave you an opportunity. Now, I have an opportunity again.” Gee said he has both short-term and longterm goals for WVU, and he hopes to implement

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Nefeterius McPherson was named an honorary Mountaineer during the 2012 WVU vs. TCU home football game. McPherson, a liver transplant recipient made it her mission in life to celebrate the gift of life her 12-year-old organ donor gave her.

learn about organ donation For more information on organ donation, visit http://donatelife.wv.gov or http://donatelife. net.

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Gee talks longterm plans in permanent post at WVU By Evelyn Merithew

be affordable for students and give them access to a wide variety of care. “Please be assured that WVU has negotiated an excellent plan,” he said. “Aetna offers an affordable platinum-level plan – with comprehensive coverage combined with low deductibles and out-ofpocket costs – that works across the country through Aetna’s national network of providers.” For more information, visit http://sio.hr.wvu.edu.

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Honorary Mountaineer and organ donation recipient Nefeterious McPherson has passed away. March 12, McPherson posted on her Facebook page, “(I was) told that a large tumor that is cancerous is growing like crazy in my abdominal area. I couldn’t cry when I received the news. All I could do was stare straight ahead,” she wrote. “I have never felt so loved and encouraged as I do right now. I plan on having the same fighting attitude now as I did when I graduated from law school and while I was waiting for my liver transplant to fight this cancer. We don’t yet know what type it is but that doesn’t matter. I will fight like crazy to beat it.” A Facebook account managed by the family of McPherson’s 12-year-old organ donor Taitlyn Hughes said Thursday McPherson had lost her battle against cancer. Hughes’ sister wrote, “There is no doubt in my mind that Taitlyn and her are rejoicing in heaven together. Not only did a piece of my sister die, but a beautiful, strong and caring woman lost her life last night.” In 2005, during her first year as a law student at Southern Methodist University, McPherson was diagnosed with the rare bile duct liver disease secondary sclerosing cholangitis. “I was told that I may, one day, need a liver transplant,” she said in an October 2012 interview. “Either one of those situations alone is stressful, but it was almost like my two worlds collided. You have this medical condition, and then you have law school. It’s just by the grace of God that I stayed sane.” By May 2011, McPherson’s condition worsened, and she was placed on a national liver transplant list. Nov. 6, 2011, just 172 days after she was placed on the list, McPherson received a call from Georgetown University Hospital saying Hughes was a match. Since the transplant, McPherson visited WVU on several occasions to honor the life of her die-hard Mountaineer fan donor. During the 2012 home football game against Texas Christian University, McPherson was named an Honorary Mountaineer. “People talk about the West Virginia family, and I feel that that’s the epitome of this school, of this city and of this state,” she said in a November 2012 interview. “I feel at home here, and I feel like I’ve brought a piece of Taitlyn home.” McPherson made it her mission to change the world through educating others about the powerful impact organ donation has. “Organ donation is one of those things that renews your faith in mankind. You see so much horrible, negative news, and to see the media grab hold of this story and be passionate about it has baffled me,” she said.

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PRO DREAMS WVU football players will work to impress NFL scouts at WVU Pro Day. SPORTS PAGE 8

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Program, Habitat for Humanity to help community by hannah wigal staff writer @dailyathenaeum

The West Virginia University LEAD Program is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to help improve the lives of Monongalia County residents while helping program participants achieve personal growth. LEAD at WVU is a program designed to help students set high and attainable goals while receiving mentorship from program campus leaders. Matt Mead, Wilson Smith

and Anthony Hendrickson are LEAD WVU campus leaders who mentor 120 students each week and conduct seminars on topics including interview skills, how to make a great first impression and how to properly connect with others. “The LEAD WVU program has been successful with helping students grow by getting involved with the community through projects,” Mead said. LEAD WVU students and campus leaders participate in community service proj-

ects each semester, and on March 29, participants will work with the Monongalia County Habitat for Humanity to build a home for a local family. The Monongalia County HFH works through volunteer labor and donations of money and materials to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness and has worked with more than 40 partner families in need of homes. “This is something that actually matters,” Mead said. “You’re building a house for someone who

otherwise could not have afforded it themselves.” HFH requires 20 volunteers for each build, and LEAD WVU has already filled all positions for the March 29 project. However, if students are interested in getting involved, there will be more builds taking place this spring. “Most college students don’t understand how important it is to reach out in the community,” Mead said. “We have to make time to go out and help other people who are less fortunate than

we are.” Prior experience is not required to participate in builds, because volunteers will be briefed on required tasks and safety precautions prior to volunteering. “This is a great teambuilding experience. Giving without the expectations of receiving anything in return is always a valuable lesson,” Mead said. All building tools and materials are provided by HFH, and volunteers will be responsible for tasks such as basic woodwork, roofing and landscaping.

“Stop thinking about it and go do it. There are so many ways to help out with these projects,” Mead said. Volunteers will be required to sign a liability waiver form prior to the build and bring it to the job site. For more information about Habitat for Humanity or to sign up for a build, visit http://moncountyhfh.org. For questions or information regarding LEAD WVU, contact Matt Mead at mmead@g.clemson.edu. danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu

‘Best lead’ in plane search: 2 objects seen in sea KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — A freighter used searchlights early Friday to scan rough seas in one of the remotest places on Earth after satellite images detected possible pieces from the missing Malaysia Airlines plane in the southern Indian Ocean. In what officials called the “best lead” of the nearly two-week-old aviation mystery, a satellite detected two large objects floating about 1,000 miles off the southwestern coast of Australia and halfway to the desolate islands of the Antarctic. The development raised new hope of finding the vanished jet and sent another emotional jolt to the families of the 239 people aboard. Australian authorities said in a statement early Friday that the search had turned up nothing so far. Efforts were resuming with four military aircraft planning to scour more than 13,000 square miles (35,000 square kilometers) of ocean. One of the objects on the satellite image was 24 meters (almost 80 feet) long and the other was 5 meters (15 feet). There could be other objects in the area, a

four-hour flight from Australia, said John Young, manager of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s emergency response division. “This is a lead, it’s probably the best lead we have right now,” Young said. He cautioned that the objects could be seaborne debris along a shipping route where containers can fall off cargo vessels, although the larger object is longer than a container. The Norwegian cargo vessel Hoegh St. Petersburg, with a Filipino crew of 20, arrived in the area and used searchlights after dark to look for debris. It will continue the search Friday, said Ingar Skiaker of Hoegh Autoliners, speaking to reporters in Oslo. The Norwegian ship, which transports cars, was on its way from South Africa to Australia, he said. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority said another commercial ship and an Australian navy vessel were also en route to the search area. Satellite imagery experts said the lead is worth investigating. “It would be very nice if

you could see a whole wing floating there, then you could say, ‘OK that’s an airplane,’” said Sean O’Connor, an imagery analyst with IHS Jane’s. In the case of these satellite images, “you can’t tell what it is” so closer examination is critical. Another analyst said the debris is most likely not pieces of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. There have been several false leads since the Boeing 777 disappeared March 8 above the Gulf of Thailand en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. “The chances of it being debris from the airplane are probably small, and the chances of it being debris from other shipping are probably large,” said Jason Middleton, an aviation professor at the University of New South Wales in Sydney. The development marked a new phase for the anguished relatives of the passengers, who have been critical of Malaysian officials for what the relatives say has been the slow release of timely information. While they still hope their loved ones will somehow be found, they acknowledged that news of the satellite images could mean the plane

fell into the sea. “If it turns out that it is truly MH370, then we will accept that fate,” said Selamat Bin Omar, the father of a Malaysian passenger. The jet carried mostly Chinese and Malaysian nationals. But he cautioned that relatives still “do not yet know for sure whether this is indeed MH370 or something else. Therefore, we are still waiting for further notice from the Australian government.” Malaysian officials met with the relatives Thursday night in a hotel near Kuala Lumpur, but journalists were kept away. After the meeting, groups of people left looking distraught. Hamid Amran, who had a child on Flight 370, said questions asked at the meeting made it “apparent that Malaysia’s military is incapable of protecting its own airspace.” He believes “that my child and all the other passengers are still alive. I will not give up hope.” Malaysian Airlines CEO Ahmad Jauhari Yahya said the relatives in Kuala Lumpur were being given updates by high-level officials “two or three times a day.”

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life,” he said. “Connecting and contributing to a positive life of the state is immense. We have a leadership opportunity. “WVU is a significant institution in this country, and we have an opportunity to improve our higher education through the things that we are doing.” Gee said it is also up to students to ensure they receive the best possible college experience they can. “Students need to take full advantage of this institution. It’s a powerful academic cafeteria,” he said. “It’s important what they do in the classroom, but equally important what they do outside the classroom in terms of late-night conversations, like engaging in concerts, plays (and) engaging with each other in positive, philanthropic efforts.” Though the University’s academics are a top priority, Gee said focusing on the community aspect of WVU is what will help the institution thrive. “I need to get my arms around how we can focus on the core values of the institution,” he said. “Our academic issues are important, but in the end, we

are a University. We need to make sure that we are the best educational institution we can be and that we focus on quality and opportunity.” After he serves as WVU president for a third time, Gee said he hopes to be remembered in a positive way. “I hope people can say, ‘He came out and gave it his all and that the institution is better after his effort.’ But, you know, it’s not the individual. It’s our 33,000 students and our 20,000 faculty and staff. We all must forge in partnership. That’s what’s important,” Gee said. He also said now is a prime time to be serving at this university, even knowing Morgantown and WVU as well as he does. “WVU is a unique institution in a unique state in a unique time in this country,” he said. “I think West Virginia, this University, is in a position to make more of a difference. “It has a real calling, it has a real destiny, and I think that is what is really unique about the University.”

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of the dumpsters were paying for a permit but still faced safety issues.” Hartsell also said she worked to simplify the way the University charges students who park their vehicles in campus lots. “The way parking is oncampus right now is through two machines. One machine has an online system that allows parkers to use their credit cards,” she said. “Originally, parkers could be charged different late fees, depending on which machine they had used. I thought the system needed to be consistent. “Now, regardless of what machine you use, you will be charged the same. It’s an advantage to the students.” Hartsell said due to the limited parking on campus, her office stresses to students that if there is any way they can avoid bringing a car to school, they should do so. To find alternative means of transportation or to purchase a parking permit, visit http://transportation.wvu. edu.

those goals as quickly as possible. He said he will place emphasis on macro issues. “We need to continue to forge one University,” he said. “We need to make sure that the power of this University is the power of one.” Gee also emphasized the importance of the people who make up the University. “We need to focus on the student experience and make sure students have the best experience available in this country,” he said. “We need to continue to nurture, support and relish our faculty and staff and make sure that they are in the position to achieve great things.” Gee said he will focus on are improving education and being a leader on a statewide and nationwide scale by taking advantage of the University’s powerful influence. “We need to focus on making sure 1.8 million West Virginians believe this institution is the most important thing in their

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bris, but nothing was found. But this is the first time that possible objects have been spotted since the search area was massively expanded into two corridors, one stretching from northern Thailand into Central Asia and the other from the Strait of Malacca to the southern Indian Ocean. Malaysian Defense Minister Hishammuddin Hussein made it clear Thursday that although international search efforts are continuing both on land and in sea in the northern and southern hemispheres, the effort is mostly concentrated south of the equator over the vast Indian Ocean. Malaysian authorities have not ruled out any possible explanation for what happened to the jet, but have said the evidence so far suggests it was deliberately turned back across Malaysia to the Strait of Malacca, with its communications systems disabled. They are unsure what happened next. Police are considering the possibility of hijacking, sabotage, terrorism or issues related to the mental health of the pilots or anyone else on board.

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“We do take care of the next of kin,” he said, adding that if the debris is located “close to Australia, we will obviously make arrangements to fly the next of kin there.” A group of Malaysian government and airline officials flew Thursday night to Beijing to meet families there. Young said the ocean in the search area is thousands of meters (feet) deep. DigitalGlobe, a Longmont, Colo.-based company, said it provided the images to Australian officials. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority released two images of the whitish objects. They were taken March 16, but Australian Air Commodore John McGarry said it took time to analyze them. “The task of analyzing imagery is quite difficult, it requires drawing down frames and going through frame by frame,” he said. The hunt has encountered other false leads. Oil slicks that were seen did not contain jet fuel. A yellow object thought to be from the plane turned out to be sea trash. Chinese satellite images showed possible de-

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In 2012, McPherson said the gift she received and the connection she has with Hughes will be one she forever treasures and wishes she could repay. “Thank you, sweet girl, for unselfishly donating your organs to save people like me,” she said. “I can never repay you for the gift, but I do know you wanted to help change the world – and I’m determined to help you do just that.” For more information on organ donation, visit http://donatelife. wv.gov or http://donatelife.net. Daily Athenaeum Associate City Editor Madison Fleck contributed to this report. carlee.lammers@mail.wvu.edu

McPherson became an Honorary Mountaineer in 2012.

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The Irish Tenors to visit the CAC by lacey palmer a&e editor @laceypalmer

The Irish Tenors will bring the music of Ireland to the Creative Arts Center Sunday evening as part of the 2013-14 University Art Series. The group, founded in 1998, has sold out shows at Radio City Music Hall, the Sydney Opera House, Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl and has made appearances on “The Today Show,” “Good Morning America,” “Live with Regis and Kelly” and “Martha Stewart Living.” Their status in the music industry is undeniable. They are one of the most successful Irish touring bands ever, second to U2. Comprised of Ronan Tynan, Finbar Wright and Anthony Kearns, the Irish Tenors have delivered favorites such as “Danny Boy,” “Whiskey in the Jar” and “Fields of Athenry,” along with many remakes of classic hits such as “My Heart Will Go On” and “Fairytale of New York” for nearly 26 years. Tynan, who is most

known for his rendition of “God Bless America” at Yankee Stadium, said his passion for music began at an early age, thanks to his father. “I grew up in a home with my father as a lovely singer, and we used to sing together – not in public, but a little together,” Tynan said. “It was just a passion that grew and grew and grew, and then one day, he said, ‘Why don’t you do something with it?’ So, that’s what I did, and the passion became addiction.” After helping found the group in 1998, Tynan took a break from 2004-09 to work on a solo career. In 2009, he rejoined the group, which he said was not unexpected. “I was doing a lot of work on my own, and the demand was far too high for me,” Tynan said. “After five years, I’d give myself a break, and we all knew that. After a couple more years, I decided to rejoin, and that’s it. No mystery.” At a young age, Tynan was seriously injured in a car accident, forcing him to have his legs amputated. It didn’t take him long to recover, and with prosthetics, he was competing in

the Paralympics by 1984. Between 1981 and 1984, Tynan won 18 gold medals from various competitions and set 14 world records in track and field. “It’s always wonderful to win a gold medal,” Tynan said. “It was very memorable.” In his spare time, when he isn’t working with the Irish Tenors, Tynan does motivational speaking. “If people do believe in you, you can really succeed, because it instills that kind of belief inside you,” Tynan said. In regard to his relationship with the other members of the group, Finbar and Kearns, Tynan said they have a lot of fun together. “We don’t take each other too seriously,” Tynan said. “We just get along and have a lot of laughs.” After personally playing for presidents’ birthday parties and funerals, as well as important Yankee games, Tynan still finds performing in a small venue – like the Clay Concert Theatre – to be a valuable experience. “If a small venue suits – and it suits me, and I love to sing no matter what – then

Anthony Kearns, Finbar Wright and Ronan Tynan will bring a taste of Ireland to the CAC Sunday. it doesn’t have to be the biggest venue in the world,” Tynan said. “Hopefully the fans love it, and that’s all that matters to me.” A 30-piece orchestra will accompany the Irish Tenors for their performance

Sunday. The show is set to begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday night in the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre of the Creative Arts Center. Tickets range from $44-$63 depending on seat location and are only $28

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David and Ann Wilkins participate in book signing at WVU by nick wesdock a&e writer @dailyathenaeum

Authors David Wilkins and his wife Ann Thomas Wilkins visited the West Virginia University Museum Education Center and held a book signing of their newest publication, “Cass Gilbert’s West Virginia State Capitol,” Wednesday evening. The book, published by the WVU Press, explores the history behind the building and its famous architect, Cass Gilbert. West Virginia Senator Brooks McCabe Jr., was instrumental in getting the book published, helping

with getting funding from the state to help publish the book. “If someone would take the time to read the text, it is an astounding description of a very important process of an architect dealing with a public body and building a building in distressed financial times,” Senator McCabe said. The book includes welcoming remarks from McCabe as well as a prologue by WVU professor of art history Bernie Schultz. Carrie Mullen, the director of WVU Press, introduced the authors. “They’re so enthusiastic,” she said. “You can tell

that they just got into it in an amazing way. They loved the little details they discovered, and I think they had a blast doing it.” The Associated Press picked up the press release written about the signing by WVUToday, and it was published in newspapers around the country, including papers in Lexington, Ky., and Seattle. “I hope it results in oodles of sales,” Mullen said. “Hopefully, people are interested in the book and they pick it up, but hopefully as a result they learn a lot more about the state and its history.” During the four-year

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NEW YORK (AP) — Norm Lewis has been tapped to be Broadway’s next Phantom in the megahit “The Phantom of the Opera,” a move that makes him the first AfricanAmerican to slip behind the famous mask on the Great White Way. Producers said Thursday the Tony Award nominee, who brought his deep and rich voice as Porgy to the recent “Porgy and Bess” revival, will make his “Phantom” debut opposite a returning Sierra Boggess as Christine beginning May 12. “I’m overwhelmed. The idea of doing something that I’ve always wanted to do and it coming to fruition is amazing,” Lewis said in a phone interview Thursday. Lewis, who has appeared as a senator in ABC’s “Scan-

dal” with Kerry Washington, called the Phantom a dream job for two reasons: “I love the show but also to have hopefully set a precedent to see more diversity in casting,” he said. Lewis played John in “Miss Saigon” on Broadway, Javert on Broadway in “Les Miserables” in 2006 and was in the shows “Side Show,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Chicago” and “Sondheim on Sondheim.” Lewis will be the first black Phantom on Broadway, though Robert Guillaume played the role in the Los Angeles production in 1990. Boggess is an old hand with “Phantom” – she played Christine in both the musical’s London 25th anniversary production at Royal Albert Hall and Broadway 25th

Anniversary cast last year. Her other starring Broadway credits include Terrence McNally’s “Master Class” and originating the title role in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Based on a novel by Gaston Leroux, “Phantom” tells the story of a deformed composer who haunts the Paris Opera House and falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s lavish songs include “Masquerade,” “Angel of Music,” “All I Ask of You,” “The Phantom of the Opera” and “The Music of the Night.” Lewis will join a list of Phantoms since the show opened in 1988 that includes Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, John Cudia, Kevin Gray, Mark Jacoby, Marcus Lovett, Brad Little, Howard McGillin and Hugh Panaro. Lewis said he’s seen “Phantom” several times over the years and cites McGillin and Panaro as quintessential Phantoms – “even behind the masks, they were so debonair and sexy and handsome,” Lewis said. “I hope to bring that same sort of mystique and class and elegance to the role. It’s an actor’s dream to play a character that’s so misunderstood and to try to make him a character who is understood.”

process of researching and writing about Gilbert’s work, the Wilkins’ had the opportunity to visit many of the buildings Gilbert designed across the country. “The first time we saw it we were really kind of amazed,” Ann said of the West Virginia Capitol building. “It’s so grand and elegant. It’s really an astounding building.” Ann is a retired associate professor of classics at Duquesne University and has published several articles as well as a book, “Villain or Hero: Sallust’s Portrayal of Catiline.” Her husband, David, professor emeritus of the Department of History of Art and Architecture at the University of Pittsburgh, has also written several books on art and architecture. “If you’re interested in history, this is really the way to get at history,” David said. “If you look at paintings, you look at sculptures, you look at buildings and it tells you what the people of the period are thinking about, what they’re interested in and what’s important to them.” The Wilkins’ understand the importance of promoting their publica-

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David and Ann Thomas Wilkins’ novel explores the history behind the state capitol. tion and pulling the people together who had a part in creating the final product. They also hope their book will help bring an overshadowed architect back to light. Although they are both exper ienced authors, “Cass Gilbert’s West Virginia State Capitol” was their first time working

with the WVU Press. “From Day One, we have enjoyed working with them,” Ann said. “They’ve been nothing but supportive. Just wonderful.” For more information about the authors, the book or the WVU Press, or to buy a copy, visit http:// wvupressonline.com. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

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Gee should keep faculty benefits in mind Feminism: how to change a mindset President Gordon Gee is settling in to his new position well. Drawing from his previous experience as a university president and his history at West Virginia University, Gee said he is anxious to get started on his plans for the University. He wants to focus on macro-level issues and improve student life at WVU. The students are the life blood of the University, but the faculty are the heart that keeps it beating. What is Gee planning to do for them? Of course in speeches and interviews, a university president wants to focus on student life and make that a priority, as it should be. But that doesn’t mean he or she shouldn’t focus on the faculty, as well. For such a large institution, WVU doesn’t provide much incentive for its faculty to stay. If Gee really wants to improve quality of life at the University, he could give more benefits to the faculty. He could put barriers in place to protect the

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West Virginia University President Gordon Gee poses with fans at a basketball game. departments and do all he can to prevent or reduce budget cuts. There’s really only so much a university president can do, but if Gee hopes to have a legacy at WVU, it would be in his best interest to improve the

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Recently, a class of mine engaged in a heated women’s rights debate. My professor asked my opinion, and I answered without hesitation that women in America have it much better than most. As soon as I said it, I realized that isn’t good enough. Is it possible that women have been placated into believing that it is? Yes, American women are allowed to vote. We have the right to equal education, and the ability to be financially independent in a newfound way that women before us were not. All of this sounds satisfying on paper, but the real issue isn’t with the law, it is with the attitudes that seem to never change. They are so ingrained in our culture and our minds, we don’t even question their validity. Too many Americans engage in a “that’s just how it is,” mentality. We are quick to avert our eyes from confrontation, always hoping someone else will pick up that slack and change the world. We need to stop comparing what we have with the rest of the world. There are women in other countries that are facing extreme repression, and as a nation, we should do what

we can to help. Of course women in America “have it better,” but we don’t have it good enough. How can we lead the rest of the world if we aren’t even equal in our own country? Women in America still make 77 cents to every dollar a man makes for the same job. Of our nation’s 44 presidents, none have been women. There isn’t an explanation for that either. There are no laws restricting how much money a woman can make, or keeping women from being elected to office. The boundaries may be invisible, but they are there. Maybe it starts early in a girl’s life. From birth, most girls are shrouded in pink. As they grow, they are told what to play with, how to dress and how to act. Children absorb media like sponges, and though Hollywood has begun spinning stories of strong women, most of the women with leading roles are cast for their unattainable appearances. When these girls grow up, many of their fiances feel the need to ask the father’s permission before proposing, in a supposedly cute, yet insulting exchange. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, less than a third of the doctors in America are women, and according to the National Association of Law Placement, only 15 percent of equity partners in

law firms are women. Maybe it is too nitpicky to focus on these issues. However, when a girl spends hours putting on makeup and styling her hair, I want it to be because it is something that she genuinely wants to do to express herself, not because she feels it is her obligation if she wants to be successful. I don’t think that all men are cruel and intolerant. In fact, many men are our allies. It has been proven time and time again that changing the mindset of our nation is hard, but more importantly, is possible. I commend the strides that women have made in this country, and I encourage women to never give up until we exceed even our own expectations.

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Binge watching and other signs of an impatient society MARSHALL AMORES COLUMNIST

Do you want to know the most upsetting moment of my weekends? It is when I am watching a show on Netflix and after two consecutive episodes, the stream pauses what I am watching and asks me to click “continue watching.” As if I needed somebody to affirm my binge-watching habits of “House of Cards”. According to a poll conducted by Netflix, 61 percent of its subscribers binge watch shows. Binge watching – defined as viewing two to three episodes of a single series in one sitting – can range from

an hour to multiple hours of staring at a screen. Those of us who prop up our feet and escape from daily life in pursuit of Frank Underwood’s Machiavellian antics aren’t lazy. I would label us as impatient. Our culture is more fastpaced then ever. We have come to rely on instant gratification at nearly every level of our lives. It is not just one thing that has led to this culture of immediacy but the compounding that has occurred as a result of recent booms in technology. Nowadays, it seems a person cannot walk 50 feet without seeing somebody poking at a smartphone like they were trying to tickle the Pillsbury Doughboy. With a smartphone, you

can play a game, listen to music, tweet and text your grandmother “lol,” all at the same time. The average college student mainly relies on a laptop rather than a book from the library to do research. I, myself, cannot fathom the lengths it would take to write any paper without the wonder Google has to offer. So, is instant gratification wrong in this day and age? Our Information Age progression has spawned a culture paradox in nature. We seek the most gratification possible posthaste and chastise the time in between. It would be considered unreasonable to wait one more week to see the conclusion of your favorite television show when it is avail-

According to a poll conducted by Netflix, 61 percent of its subscribers binge watch shows.

able on Netflix. To petty whims such as this, it is a matter of capitalizing on an opportunity in front of you but instead demarcating that opportunity short of its potential. Can you imagine how much better the finale of your show would be if you actually waited more than the 15 seconds it took to load following the end of the previous episode? Your high score in “Flappy Bird” on your smartphone could have been higher had you not been doing three other things at once. Poor grandma would probably have gotten a response better than “lol.” However, that is not to say that this impatience our society has been branded with is altogether a bad thing.

Our insatiable culture has generated mass success in a multitude of fields. It used to take months to cross oceans. Now people can Skype with their loved ones on the other side of the globe with the simple click of a button. Relationships can be preserved and cherished. Simple medicines we take for granted to get rid of fevers and the flu may never have existed without this hungering mindset. The saving of millions of lives could not have been possible had it not been for the human will to want something, a cure for an unstoppable epidemic, as soon as possible. When it is all said and done, I do not think that we can afford to slow down our quest for instant gratifica-

tion because it pushes us forward in many necessary areas. However, it is the less important things that worry me. Compared to discovering a cure for cancer, the season finale of “House of Cards” is insignificant. Yet, I do not want us to miss out on the utility that can be gained from simple pleasures by always seeking the quickest way to attain them. The little things in life do matter, and in retrospect I think we need to slow down and enjoy what is in front of us more often. Ralph Waldo Emerson put it perfectly when he said, “Life is a journey, not a destination.” daperspectives@mail.wvu.edu

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HOROSCOPE BY JACQUELINE BIGAR BORN TODAY This year you tend to focus on one person at a time, instead of the group as a whole. This trait could be prevalent in meetings. If you are single, someone might be quite intrigued by you and by everything that comes along with you. Not until July will Cupid be in your neighborhood. Any time after that is when you could encounter Mr. or Ms. Right. Do not make a commitment before August. If you are attached, come summer, the heat will fuel your passion. . ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) HHHH Handle a personal matter in the morning. You will want to take off or schedule some time out of town in the afternoon. If you have been

considering signing up for a class or sprucing up your resume, the evening is the perfect time. Tonight: The more exotic, the better. TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) HHH Others steal the stage right now. In the morning, everyone will want your time. The good news is that, by the afternoon, you will have isolated the one person you choose to share your time with. Your relationship could build to a new level. Tonight: Opt for togetherness. GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) HHHH Ask for more information regarding a health or work-related matter. Honor a change with a certain issue, and a relationship will flourish as a result. By the afternoon, you could discover the importance of taking the lead with a relationship. Tonight: Make the first move.

CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22) HHH Allow your imagination to come out in the morning. Your focus might be on making plans, but confusion seems to surround an important matter involving a foreigner, legal matters and/or communication. Your ability to read between the lines will emerge. Tonight: Do for you. LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) HHH You could have a difficult time leaving your home, yet once you do, your more playful side will emerge. Use your ability to discuss a heavy issue while making light of it. Depending on the outcome, you might want to change direction. Tonight: Act as if it were Friday night. VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) HHHH Tension builds to a new level. Others could find you confusing at best. Recognize what is happening behind the

scenes, as you might not have a clear vision of an interaction right now. A discussion might be a moot issue today if you can’t see eye to eye. Tonight: Mosey on home. LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) HHH You are likely to have little choice in a work-related matter. A superior could play out his or her role in the problem. Communication will flourish, but everyone seems to be speaking a different language. Maintain your sense of humor, and everything will work out. Tonight: TGIF! SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) HH Your imagination could carry you far; however, getting concrete results might be more important right now. A matter involving a child or loved one could be costly. When it comes to a financial demand, you might feel quite tense. Tonight: Head out to celebrate

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Tom Batchelor Band hosts CD release party at Jameson’s Pub & Eatery by noelle harris a&e writer @dailyathenaeum

Local artists the Tom Batchelor Band will host a CD release party tonight at 10 at Jameson’s Pub & Eatery. “Moon vs. Mars,” the band’s second album, showcases the band’s blend of reggae, funk, rock, ska and country to deliver a mixture of musical styling with deep mu-

sical roots. Like their last album “Runes,” their new work draws influences from Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones and others but features some differences. “I like to think the writing is better,” said Tom Batchelor, lead singer and guitarist. “Many of the songs were road-tested by being played live a lot.” Batchelor also said the

band has another album under their belts, and this one should be even better than their first. The album contains 10 new songs and was written in a short amount of time by the same group of musicians, including John McConnel on drums, Gregg Thurman on bass, Glenn Rowsey on steel drum, Robert Staggers Shank on horns and James Lennie on keyboard and vocals.

The band’s compositions range from rock to straight-up funk and are made to dance to. Although it could be said that the combination of styles they draw from aren’t typical, they perform them well and have been going strong for years, growing more with each performance. Batchelor started playing the trumpet in fifth grade before switching to guitar in high school.

While in graduate school at West Virginia University, he got together with friends to make the Morgantown-based band Rasta Rafiki, which released three albums and toured across the country. Two of their songs were featured in the soundtrack for “National Lampoon’s Last Resort,” including one Batchelor wrote. As that group went their separate ways in the mid-

90s, Batchelor joined “The Recipe” and toured with virtually every band on the road at the time. He formed the Tom Batchelor Band at the end of the millennium. The Tom Batchelor Band will play at 123 Pleasant Street March 27 and at Gibbie’s April 5. For more information on the group, visit http://tombatchelorband.com. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

Gaga empowers women with latest single, ‘G.U.Y.,’ films new music video

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Lady Gaga will release her third single, “G.U.Y.,” and a music video to accompany it on Saturday. Last year was rough for Mother Monster. In November, her album ARTPOP was released to generally favorable critic reviews. The lead single, “Applause,” was accompanied by a Technicolor music video produced by renowned directors Inez and Vinoodh. “Applause” was pitted against Katy Perry’s lead single “Roar” from her most recent album, Prism. Everyone wanted to know which single would top the charts and which woman

would win. The next single for Gaga was “Do What U Want,” a collaboration with R. Kelly which was later remixed by Christina Aguilera. Fans were promised a video, and when asked when the video was dropped, the only response was, “Soon.” Seven months after the “Applause” video debuted, fans are still waiting for a video. NBC News announced Thursday that the pop sensation would debut her latest video for new single “G.U.Y.” on Dateline Saturday night at 8 p.m. This is new for Gaga, who has previously released her videos on shows like “Good Morning America” and “Today.” So what is “G.U.Y.” about,

exactly? “G.U.Y.” is actually an acronym for “girl under you.” As a proud feminist, Gaga has previously addressed certain social conventions of normalized male and female relationships. “I would say I quite like the transference of strength I feel by submitting to a man – being under him,” Gaga said to Stylist Magazine. “So wearing makeup … I find strengthening because I know that when I pick the right guy, I can let him have it.” She goes on to note that some women feel oppressed by these conventions, and they are completely free and should be able to feel however they do. Wait. So, this video is promoting feminism? How

does that fit into the world of pop culture? Beyonce is celebrating some of the same themes Gaga portrays with her new album. She sings about the thrill of feeling beautiful for the man she loves and her empowerment of allowing him to have her. And the public loves it. In the past, we’ve all proven to be horrible at predicting what Gaga is going to do next with her videos. For example, the world was shocked with the unapologetically religious imagery in “Judas.” But there are some things about this video we know for sure. For one, it was filmed in the historic Hearst Castle. Hearst Castle, built in 1919 by newspaper mogul William Randolph

Hearst, has long been the vacationing site of Hollywood’s royalty, including Joan Crawford and Cary Grant. What’s amazing is Hearst Castle hasn’t allowed any commercial film project on their grounds for decades, but they made an exception for Gaga. A historic castle, complete with Greek architectural influences, plus a song roughly about feminism, plus Gaga’s reputation on the line, equals the perfect storm. The song itself is a hit, but much of Gaga’s success relies on the promotion of her videos. The worst that could happen is if the video feels like a messy “copy and paste” collage. But I have high hopes. She and her team have had

more than enough time to plan and execute a killer hit to stifle the hunger of her Little Monsters. Photos of the artist on set leaked on Twitter, showing her in a white lace bikini-catsuit with a Vegasesque headdress. This is the perfect time to release a video with powerful feminist messages. We are in a time where we pit female musicians against each other. We send the message that there is only room for one woman to “win” at a time. Whether covered in meat, busting out of a “vessel” or singing about being a “G.U.Y.,” we should be celebrating women’s ability to continually rise above societal limitations. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

Totally ‘80s Totally Murder takes place at Waterfront Do you like mystery and a good game of Clue? If so, Totally ‘80s Totally Murder night is the right place for you. Tonight at the Waterfront Hotel, The Juggernauts will perform an ‘80s-themed concert, but something tragic will happen – one of the band members will be “murdered.” The audience will participate in figuring out who

committed the crime. The night will start out at cocktail hour, and the master of ceremonies will explain the rules of the investigation and how the night will work. The investigation will begin before dinner is served and will continue as the guests finish their meals. Shocking but funny secrets will be revealed. Each table will speculate who they think the cul-

prit is during dessert, and awards will be given to the table that solves the crime first. After the murder mystery is solved, the ‘80s party will continue with DJ Lacy Neff. Neff will take participants back in time with ‘80s-themed music and will rock the speakers until midnight. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for cocktail hour, and dinner will begin at 7. The en-

try fee for the event is $100, and there will be a silent auction. Participants are encouraged to dress in business casual attire or for the ‘80s theme and come prepared to solve a crime. All proceeds for the event will go to Operation Welcome Home at Mylan Park, a program for veterans of the armed forces returning home. —nlc

Police to release new Kurt Cobain photo, refresh themselves on case SEATTLE (AP) — With the 20th anniversary of Kurt Cobain’s death approaching, a Seattle police detective re-examined the case files in connection with the Nirvana front man’s suicide. Police spokeswoman Renee Witt said Thursday the review found noth-

ing new. But while looking over the files, the detective found several rolls of undeveloped film, Witt said. Seattle police planned to release one image from that discovery later Thursday. “There was nothing earth-shattering in any of these images,” Witt said.

Police took another look at the Cobain suicide to be ready to answer questions in connection with next month’s anniversary, she said. “There’s still a lot of interest in this case,” Witt said. “The detective went into the case files to refresh himself. The outcome of

the case has not changed.” Cobain’s body was discovered in Seattle on April 8, 1994. An investigation determined that days earlier Cobain had gone into the greenhouse of his large home and taken a massive dose of heroin. He then shot himself with a 20-gauge shotgun.

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Spring forward with this year’s latest spring fashion trends on campus Carly Smith A&E WRITER @DAILYATHENAEUM

Thursday marked the first official day of spring, and while some chilly days may still be ahead, it’s time to pump up your wardrobe with spring colors and new styles that are on trend. Revamping your wardrobe may sound like a drag, but changing up your style to accommodate the season will make you feel energized and organized. Don’t feel like you have to spend a fortune either – many of this spring’s fashion trends can be found at discount stores like T.J. Maxx, or even at Target. One of the spring fashion trends for 2014 is standard for this time of year: pastel colors scream “spring” and

aren’t just for Easter. Pastel colors can be the focus of your outfit or can be an accent if you feel like you look like an Easter egg. If you’re going all in, a pastel dress, blazer or board shorts can lighten up your wardrobe, especially if it is in a creamy light purple, blue or green. If you want to sneak some pastel into your style, a pastel clutch or V-neck shirt will seem spring-inspired without overdoing it. Another spring fashion trend for this year is contrasting color button downs. A contrasting color button down is essentially a button down shirt with a different colored collar and cuffs. This is an interesting take on the traditional button down and makes it seem more airy and fun. This is an easy trend

for males, being that they can just throw it on. It also gives a chic menswear look for females, which can be dressed up or down. Collarless coats are also a huge trend for this spring. A longer coat without the lapel and collar is a more relaxed look and can be used by males or females. This trend can be paired with virtually anything, from slacks to a dress, and can go from dressy to casual. The collarless coat elongates your neck and forms a rounder neckline, which will look great with any outfit. Try to find a lighter weight collarless coat that you can wear throughout the spring and the beginning of summer. Crewneck sweatshirts also made appearances on runways while spring fashion lines were debuted. Crewnecks are very com-

fortable and have been reimagined for spring from a gym necessity to a fashion staple. Crewnecks are lightweight and give you the warmth of a sweatshirt without the annoying hood. This spring, try to find a crewneck that is brightcolored or features a fun pattern. Paired with jeans, a bright crewneck is perfect for any casual outfit and is dressier than looking like you’re headed to work out. They are also usually unisex, making it easy for girls and guys to sport this look. Spring fashion is fun, flirty and immediately makes you long for warmer weather. Head out to your favorite store and build your spring wardrobe with some of these basic items. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

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Fashion student Keegan French, left, shows off his spring style on campus, and interior design student Tracey Beall, right, dresses for the warm, spring weather.

First day of spring means making outdoor plans, planning trips for many students

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A student climbs the rock wall in the Student Recreation Center, which helps prepare students for climbing outdoors.

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Old Man Winter has overstayed his welcome. It’s officially spring, and it seems like residents in Morgantown are free from the prison of cold temperatures and expected snowfall. As winter hobbles off into the distance, be sure to maximize your time in the sun. Students may not have heard about the Rail Trail. This 48-mile stretch of par-

tially paved trail follows the Monongahela River as it snakes through wild and wonderful West Virginia. It’s a great place to bike, jog or even enjoy a first date. If you’re looking for a challenge to push your physical fitness, consider signing up for the 14th Decker’s Creek Trail halfmarathon June 7. After paying the $50 registration fee, start training. This 13.1 mile race starts in Masontown and is a true test of endurance. If running isn’t your style, maybe a weekend at Coo-

per’s Rock is more for you. Stop by the Outdoor Rec Center on the Evansdale Campus to check out all of their awesome deals on outdoor gear. Students can rent most of the equipment necessary to go on a camping excursion for only $30-40. On camping trips, there’s nothing better than to steal away from the pack for an hour or two to get lost in a good book. The Morgantown Farmers Market is another good option for a weekend outing. Students and residents

are invited to congregate at the Morgantown Market Place on Spruce Street Saturday mornings from May to November. From 8:30 a.m. to noon, customers are treated to high-quality produce from local and regional farmers, many of which are organic and pesticide-free. Speaking of buying local, this is the time of year when yard sales make their return. Yard sales and estate sales are the perfect way to kill an otherwise boring weekend by browsing around and finding one-of-

a-kind items. And while we’re outside, why not start working on that summer tan? When it comes to tanning, think gradual. By starting early, you are allowing yourself enough time to safely bronze your skin. Be sure to avoid behavior that leads to skin cancer. Always wear sun screen, avoid the peak hours of sun and above all, don’t get sunburned. The Skin Cancer Foundation tells us that one serious, blistering sunburn, especially in childhood, more

than doubles our chances for melanoma later in life. No matter what you’re doing outside, we always need to stay hydrated. With lemonade in hand and our tans slowly building a foundation, we can fully enjoy this warm weather blowing in. Yes, finals are quickly approaching. But take a minute to reconnect to nature – take a minute to do something for yourself. Trust me, you’ll thank me later. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

‘Divergent’s’ Theo James promises fresh face for Hollywood male lead film selections LOS ANGELES (AP) — Most movies made from youngadult best-sellers feature dashing leading men and “Divergent” is no exception. Taylor and Liam step aside. Soulful Brit Theo James could be the next YA obsession. The star of the 2013 CBS police drama “Golden Boy” is relatively unknown on the big screen. But as the adaptation of Veronica Roth’s sci-fi novel hits theaters on Friday, that’s about to change. “It’s extremely hard to quantify,” said James in an interview. “I’m a pessimist by nature, so I don’t believe something until someone has kind of punched me over the head with it.” In “Divergent,” an actionthriller set in a dystopian future where everyone is divided into “factions” by their values, James plays the brave Tobias “Four” Eaton. Four dwells in the group named Dauntless and acts as a mentor and love interest to heroine Tris (Shailene Woodley). When “Divergent” producers Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher went looking for their hot hero, they did screen tests with about 20 would-be stars. “It was disaster after disaster because Shailene blew them away,” said Wick. “She’s so strong.” But after meeting James, “we were completely excited,” added Fisher. “He was tough, but he still had that ‘I can get hurt’ thing that James Dean had.” Once the 29-year-old actor was cast, fans took to social media to debate whether he was the right choice to play Four. Some felt he was too old for the role. Others thought he was too much of a pretty boy

Theo James stars in ‘Divergent,’ which is currently in theaters. to portray the gritty character. But James says he never caught a glimpse of the skepticism circulating about him. “Diving into Internet speculation is like playing with the devil,” he said. “It’s temping, of course. But I just had to believe that I could play the role a certain way.” From the moment he read the first scene of the “Divergent” script, James knew how he’d embody Four. “I wanted to use a bit of Paul Newman in this character because he

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had that way of being likable, very still in the eyes and dangerous,” he said. Exercising a bit of method acting when tackling the role, James distanced himself from the rest of the cast when production began. “I wasn’t the friendliest guy because in the beginning, Four is such a closed book,” he said. “I wanted to maintain that a bit.” Sitting in a Los Angeles hotel room on a sunny afternoon, James was the farthest thing from cold or intimidat-

ing. A constant grin on his face, he often burst into a deep chuckle, especially when contemplating his new label: Heartthrob. “My whole body just tensed up,” he said, adding that he’s “still not quite there” when it comes to feeling comfortable in his own skin. “But I’m not the boyish man I was at 25 when I was trying to prove myself to everyone all of the time. I do feel more confident now. But with acting especially, you climb one ladder and you see there are thousands more. There is a long way to go, yet.” After high school, the Oxfordshire native attended Bristol Old Vic Theatre School (both Daniel Day-Lewis and Jeremy Irons are alums). Following two years of study, he took a few jobs acting in “terrible, deeply embarrassing short films” before landing a role in Woody Allen’s 2010 comedy “You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger.” “It was like six scenes, but it was a good job,” he recalls. That same year, he appeared in the popular British TV drama “Downton Abbey.” “It was fun, but by no means did it change my life,” he said of the role. “I’d already had to hustle by the time it aired in America.” Despite the hype surrounding “Divergent,” James says he’s sure he’ll continue to battle for roles after the movie comes out. “The things that I want to go for after this are going to be the things that I will have to fight for,” he says, adding that he admires the talent and choices of Oscar-nominated Michael Fassbender. “This stage is very impor-

tant because I don’t want to get banned into a category,” he says. Signed on to star in “Divergent” follow-ups “Insurgent,” which begins shooting in May, and “Allegiant,” he’ll play the bold hero for a few more years. But he’ll also appear in the upcoming mys-

tery “London Fields,” opposite Amber Heard, and in the drama “Franny,” starring Dakota Fanning and Richard Gere. “Sometimes the best parts are the leading men,” he says. “But the little parts can be similarly gratifying.”

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Running back Charles Sims breaks away from the Texas defense in the 2013 season.

Smith, Clarke highlight group of seniors looking to impress NFL scouts at West Virginia’s Pro Day By Greg Madia Multimedia Editor @GregMadia

The West Virginia football program will hold its annual Pro Day today at the Caperton Indoor Facility. Last year the event was highly anticipated, with NFL scouts, head coaches and national media in attendance to see Geno Smith throw to his favorite targets: Tavon Austin and Stedman Bailey. Austin was drafted in the first round, while Smith and Bailey were taken in the second and third rounds, respectively. The event doesn’t come with the buzz that Mountaineer Pro Day came with a year ago, but it does mark a very important day for a few players who have a shot at playing in the NFL. The top two Mountaineer prospects entering the day are running back

Charles Sims and defensive end Will Clarke. After transferring from Houston, Sims played the 2013 season at WVU. He finished with 1,095 yards rushing, 401 yards receiving and 14 total touchdowns en route to being named Big 12 Newcomer of the Year. “In terms of Sims, he’s another guy that is somewhat underpublicized,” said ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Mel Kiper Jr. “You saw what he did at Houston and then at West Virginia. I like the way he hits the hole. He doesn’t have a lot of wiggle, but he can hit the home run.” Sims had a good showing at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis a few weeks ago. He ran a 4.48 40-yard dash, which was right on par with fellow running backs, and had the No. 4 broad jump among the running back group. “He’s the sixth-highest rated running back on my

board, with two guys being wild cards ahead of him in Dri Archer of Kent State and De’Anthony Thomas of Oregon,” Kiper Jr. said. “But from a true running back standpoint, he’s fourth behind (Carlos) Hyde of Ohio State, (Bishop) Sankey of Washington and (Tre) Mason of Auburn. But right now, Mason and Sims have near the same grade on my board. You have to think third or fourth round for Sims.” As for Will Clarke, at 6-foot-6 and 275 pounds, he measures up as a prototypical NFL defensive end. Selected as All-Big 12 performer following his senior season, Clarke continued to progress. He had a great showing at the East-West Shrine Game and eventually was given the opportunity to play in the Senior Bowl with Sims. Clarke impressed NFL personnel in both settings.

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With Clarke, the biggest issue is finding what he fits best at the NFL level. At West Virginia, he played in a 3-3-5 stack defense during his first two seasons before playing in the 3-4 in his junior and senior years. “Clarke is that combo guy. I look at him and see the explosiveness you’d want to see out of a 3-4 guy,” Kiper said. “But he can beat offensive linemen out of his stance, so maybe he is best suited as a 4-3 end. He’s likely a day-three pick.” Sims and Clarke will have the most to gain today, but others will participate and try to make a name for themselves, as well. Offensive linemen Pat Eger and Curtis Feigt will have a chance to do so, as will linebacker Doug Rigg and safety Darwin Cook.

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When you are compared to WVU great Tavon Austin, you are doing something right. However, for senior wide receiver Mario Alford, the comparisons do not mean anything. “Tavon (Austin) is his own player, and I’m my own player,” Alford said. “He’s pretty good, but I can make the fans happy, too. I can do it all.” Alford progressed nicely for West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen in the 2013 season. As a speedy receiver and a difference maker on special teams, Alford could become a special player for the Mountaineers in the 2014 season. “I had a couple issues until the end of the season,” Alford said. “As the season progressed, I got better every day. I think I can make a difference on special teams. I talked to my coaches, and we decided I needed to be a better all-around player, not just on offense, but special teams as, well.” In his high school and junior college days, Alford was accustomed to the running back position. Similar to Austin’s days at Dunbar High School in Baltimore, Alford was comfortable with playing running back. When he arrived at West Virginia, however, he was switched to wide receiver. As a junior in the 2013 season, Alford played in 12 games and started in five, in-

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Receiver Mario Alford streaks away from the Iowa State defense last season. cluding the final four games. season. He ranked No. 17 in the Big Alford’s play will only get 12 Conference in receiving better in the 2014 season, yards and No. 16 in receiving as he will be accustomed to yards per game. the WVU style of offense and On the season, Alford fin- what Holgorsen expects. ished with 27 receptions for As much of a compliment 552 yards and two touch- as it is to be compared to the downs. He averaged 20.4 likes of Austin, Alford has yards per catch. found his own identity at In the last game of the sea- West Virginia. While spectason against Iowa State, Alford tors may see a similar playhad a career-best 215 yards ing style on the football field, receiving on a season-high Alford embraces his own eight catches. It matched the way of stealing the show. third-best WVU single-game It took more than half a performance. season for Alford to show In the game, Alford be- what he can produce as a came the first Mountaineer member of the Mountainsince Stedman Bailey to gain eers, but if what he showed 200 yards receiving. in the last set of games holds Bailey had 205 yards true for the 2014 season, the through the air against comparison to Austin statisOklahoma in 2012. Alford’s tically may not be too far off. longest play came against And with his newfound the Cyclones, scoring on a confidence, the sky is the 76-yard reception, which limit for Alford in 2014. was the team’s longest play from scrimmage in the 2013 amit.batra@mail.wvu.edu

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ANTHONY PECORARO SPORTS WRITER @DAILYATHENAEUM

Predictions for 2014 MLB season

America’s pastime returns this weekend, but it won’t be in America. The Major League Baseball season will kick off Saturday in Sydney at 4 a.m. EDT. For those attempting to do the math, that will be 7 p.m. local time at the historic Sydney Cricket Ground. The first couple of games this season will be played between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers as the MLB continues its attempts at globalizing the game of baseball. This will be the thirteenth time the regular season has begun overseas. Before I get into my picks, there has always been one baseball quote that I recall each spring prior to opening day that makes me realize why I love this game so dearly. It’s a quote by the legendary Bill Veeck, who singlehandedly helped change this game forever. “The true harbinger of spring is not crocuses or swallows returning to Capistrano, but the sound of the bat on the ball,” Veeck said. It may not be the most well-known quote, but every time I hear it, it fires me up for some baseball, and we sure have a lot of baseball heading our way for the next seven months. As for my picks this season, I believe this will be one of the stronger years baseball has seen in recent history on both sides of the ball. I believe offenses will be lighting up the grandstands all season as well as pitchers and defenses showing what they’re all about with their leather and amazing talents. Starting in the American League East, which is, in my opinion, one of the strongest divisions in baseball, I have to go with the New York Yankees and their more than $500 million in spending. However, I do not believe the Yankees will be the only team making the postseason from this division. I’m picking the 2013 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox to earn one of the two AL Wild Card spots. That said, I’m giving the other Wild Card spot to the Oakland Athletics. Staying in the AL West, my winner goes to the Texas Rangers, especially after acquiring Prince Fielder from the Detroit Tigers and Shin-Soo Choo from the Cincinnati Reds. Rounding out my AL spots are the Tigers, who I believe will win the Central as they have the greatest hitter in the world right now, Miguel Cabrera. As for the National League, I’m taking the Washington Nationals out of the East and coming back to the East for the Atlanta Braves as one of the Wild Card teams. In the NL Central, I’m going with last season’s second place finisher in the World Series, the St. Louis Cardinals, to dominate that division again. As for the NL West, I believe the Dodgers will continue the success they found in the second half of last season. Finally, I have the San Francisco Giants taking the other Wild Card spot in the NL. When it’s all said and done, my 2014 World Series matchup will be a pitching duel between the Dodgers and the Tigers. In six games, I’m picking Donnie Baseball and the Dodgers to win it all for the first time since 1988.

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West Virginia to host Big 12 championships By Dillon Durst Sports Writer @DailyAthenaeum

The West Virginia University gymnastics team will play host to the Big 12 championship Saturday at 4 p.m. in the WVU Coliseum. The Mountaineers (6-9, 0-2 Big 12) will face No. 3 Oklahoma and Iowa State, marking the first Big 12 Conference-spons ored gymnastics event on the WVU campus. “We’re really excited,” said WVU head coach Jason Butts. “It’s so nice to have it on our home turf, and we’ve been performing well at home. We’re going to go in there and be aggressive and hope to get our usual home performance and a solid 196 (score).” Butts said he believes last weekend’s meet at Maryland helped boost the team’s confidence heading

into this weekend’s Big 12 championship meet. The Mountaineers turned in a season-high performance on the bars routine and another solid showing vault routine against the Terrapins. “We had a couple stumbles on floor, which was really uncharacteristic of us at this point in the season,” Butts said. “We know what we have to get fixed going into this weekend.” Consistency and being aggressive were the main focal points of practice Wednesday afternoon, something Butts said he believes will be key in his team’s success Saturday. “We can’t control the crowd, the judges (or) the other teams. We have to go up there and do what we do everyday in Cary Gym,” Butts said. “There’ll be a lot more noise, but it’ll be our home crowd cheering

for us.” Senior Hope Sloanhoffer looks to build upon last weekend’s stellar showing when she won the allaround and vault and tied for first on bars. Butts said he recalls when he first recruited Sloanhoffer – he told her he wanted her to be doing her best gymnastics as a senior. And that’s exactly what she’s doing. “To be going into Big 12s coming off a career allaround high, that’s exactly where she needs to be,” Butts said. “I think that speaks volumes about how much work she’s put in, and it’s really a culmination of four years. She’s been a rock for this team for four years, and I’m just proud of her.” Junior Beth Deal also looks to continue her streak of strong performances on the beam routine, scoring

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Fresh off a victory over No. 12 North Carolina, the West Virginia baseball team looks to continue its success this weekend in a series against UNC Wilmington. The Mountaineers and Seahawks will gather for what will be WVU’s final non-conference series of the season. West Virginia will once again send starting pitchers Harrison Musgrave and Sean Carley to the mound today and Saturday. “Our starters give us a chance to win every time they go out there and pitch,” said WVU head coach Randy Mazey. “They’ve gone deep into games. All of our starters have helped save our bullpen.” WVU starter John Means certainly gave the bullpen

some added rest Wednesday night in a last minute game scheduled with North Carolina. Means tossed a complete game in a 5-1 Mountaineer victory. Musgrave comes into the weekend with a 3-1 record and currently posts a 2.25 ERA. The junior is coming off his first loss of the season when the Mountaineers were defeated by Cal State Northridge last Friday. Carley (3-0, 2.78 ERA) is also looking to bounce back after a troublesome start last weekend against the Matadors. The junior lasted 5.1 innings and gave up eight runs on 10 hits in West Virginia’s 14-11 win. Offensively, WVU continues to be led by first baseman Ryan McBroom, who is hitting at a .388 clip. The senior also leads the team in home runs (5) and RBI’s (23). McBroom went 3-for-4

Wednesday night against North Carolina. The Mountaineer lineup featured four others who post a .300 batting average or higher in outfielders Bobby Boyd, Jacob Rice and Shaun Wood and second baseman Billy Fleming. As a team, WVU is batting .292. The Seahawks come into the weekend at 9-10 and are coming off a victory over Coastal Carolina Wednesday. UNCW will send starters Mat Batts, Jordan Ramsey and Nick Monroe to the mound against West Virginia. UNC Wilmington already owns a win over a Big 12 school this season. The Seahawks took down Baylor 5-3 March 2. The team is led at the plate by Corey Dick, who comes in batting .365 with two homers and 16 RBIs. Terence Connelly and Rob-

bie Thorburn are hitting .333 and .299, respectively, and have combined to drive in 22 runs. West Virginia comes in as the winner of nine of its last 11 games. Mazey said the recent success excites him, but he still reminds his team it takes time to be successful. “We just go out and teach these guys to get caught up in the process and not the result,” he said. “If you keep worrying about the process, the result will come. As long as we keep working hard with energy and enthusiasm, then we have a chance to have a great year.” West Virginia and UNC Wilmington will play today at 4 p.m., with the final two games of the series set to begin Saturday at 2 p.m. dasports@mail.wvu.edu

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Mountaineers to continue Big 12 play in Texas By Anthony Pecoraro Sports Writer @Dailyathenaeum

The West Virginia University women’s tennis team will continue the Big 12 Conference portion of its season this weekend as they travel to Waco, Texas, today to take on No. 14 Baylor at 5 p.m. The Mountaineers then head to Austin, Texas, Sunday to take on No. 21 Texas at noon. West Virginia head coach Miha Lisac said in an interview with WVUsports.com

he thought his team performed well last week, even though his squad went 0-2 in their Big 12 opening weekend against No. 52 Kansas State, 4-3, and in a shutout to No. 35 Kansas, 7-0. “Overall, I think it was a good battle, and it was good to see us put ourselves in position to be successful,” Lisac said. The Mountaineers (3-10, 0-2 Big 12) fought well in a battle with the Wildcats Friday as the duo of sophomore Hailey Barrett and junior Ikt-

tesh Chahal won over Palma Juhasz and Iva Bago, 8-1. In singles play Friday, the WVU freshman phenom Oana Manole, who is 7-4 on the season in singles and is tied with fellow freshman Kaja Mrgole for the most victories, knotted the team score at two with a two-set victory over Livia Cirnu, 7-6 (4), 6-1. Sophomore Irinka Toidze continued the Mountaineers’ success Friday with a victory over Riley Nizzi in straight sets, 6-0, 6-2.

The Longhorns (6-9, 1-1 Big 12) picked up their first conference win of the season as they defeated No. 32 Texas Tech, 5-2, Sunday. UT’s sophomore Breaunna Addison, the 2013 Big 12 Freshman of the Year, is attempting to repeat the success she had last year, as she is already 18-9 on the season in singles. The Mountaineers were dominated by the Jayhawks as WVU dropped its first two doubles matches Sunday. dasports@mail.wvu.edu

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www.morgantownapartments.com JEWELMANLLC.COM. Just listed for May 2014. 2-3BR apartments. Close to campus. Across from Arnold Hall. W/D, parking, DW, all util included. 1yr lease. No dogs. 304-288-1572 or 304-288-9662 LAST 4BR AVAILABLE. South Park. 2BATHS, W/D, Parking, Large Bedrooms & Utilities included. $475/each 304-292-5714 NOW RENTING TOP OF FALLING RUN ROAD Morgan Point 1+2/BR $625-$825+ utilities. Semester lease. WD. DW. Parking. NO PETS. Call: 304-290-4834. NOW SHOWING 1-5BR apartments for May/June. Downtown & South Park locations available. No pets. 304-296-5931

STARTING AS LOW AS $320.00 PER PERSON PLUS ALL UTILITIES

STARTING AS LOW AS $470.00 PER PERSON INCLUDES ALL UTILITIES

1/BR, 1 BATH CONDOS. Near Hospital. Water & sewage paid. $600/month. W/D in unit 304-282-1184

Ashley Oaks 2BR

2/BR SOUTH PARK. W/D. No Pets, $650/mo. 304-288-6374 2BDRM 5 min walk to downtown/campus on Willey St, W/D, deck , $385/each, utilities, trash, 1 parking space included. 304-685-7835 2BR APT. AVAILABLE MAY. $600 Per Month ($300 Per Person) + Utilities. NO Pets. 304-692-7587 3BR. Marion St. No pets (304) 296-5931

$675 $450/Person

Copperfield 1BR $625 Copperfield 2BR $370/Person Copperfield 2BR 2BA $397.50/Person

304-599-4407

ABSOLUTELY NO PETS WWW.PRETERENTAL.COM RICHWOOD PROPERTIES leasing 1 & 2BR apartments downtown. 5min from Mountainlair. Please call: 304-692-0990

304-322-1112

* 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments AVAILABLE MAY 2014 Check out:

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24 Hr Maintenance / Security

1-2BR DOWNTOWN/FIRST ST./SOUTH PARK. Starting at $400/p. 1BR Jones Place, $750/p. No Pets. 304-296-7400. scottpropertiesllc.com

1BR 2BR

Mountain Line Bus Service Every 10 Minutes and Minutes From PRT

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Prices starting at $530 Security Deposit $200 Walk in Closets, Jacuzzi Balcony, Elevators W/D, DW Garages, Storage Units Sparkling Heated Pool Minutes to Hospitals, Downtown and Shopping Center

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Skyline Skyline

UNFURNISHED/FURNISHED OFF-STREET PARKING EVANSDALE / STAR CITY LOCATION LOCALLY OWNED ON-SITE MAINTENANCE MOST UNITS INCLUDE: HEAT, WATER, and GARBAGE SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED

1 & 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apts

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Furnished & Unfurnished 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance & Enforcement Officer

Valley View 1BR $610 Valley View 2BR $320/Person Valley View 2BR 2BA $410/Person

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“The Larges & Finest Selecton of Properties:

$380/Person

PRETE RENTAL APARTMENTS

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EVANSDALE PROPERTIES

1BR AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY or May. Large 3BR available in May. 5/minute walk to downtown-campus. 261 East Prospect. Large porch. Parking Available. W/D, DW. 304-288-2499 or sjikic@yahoo.com

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Glenlock N. 1BR $555-595 Glenlock N. 2BR $490/Person Courtyard E. 1BR $545-$585 Courtyard E. 2BR $480/Person Glenlock S. 2BR $540/Perosn Metro Towers 2BR 2BA $580/Person FURNISHED & INCLUDES ALL UTILITIES Metro Towers 1BR $745 Metro Towers 2BR 2BA $630/Person PLUS ALL UTILITIES Glenlock 2BR 2BA $520/Person Courtyard W. 2BR $500/Person

CALL TODAY 304-413-0900 www.metropropertymgmt.net

STADIUM VIEW. *900 Willowdale, *Convenient to Hospitals, *Rents starting at $350. *1BR incl. all utilities, *Eff., 1 &2BR, *Free Parking. *Available May, June, August 2014. 304-598-7368 ricerentals1@gmail.com, ricerentals.com TERA PROPERTIES, NEW 1 & 2 BR/ 2 Bath Apts. $635-950+ electric. Locations include: Lewis, Stewart, Glenn and Irwin Streets & Idlewood Dr. Walking distance to Downtown/Hospital. Hardwood floors, W/D, wifi, fitness room, tanning beds, free parking. No Pets. 304-290-7766 or 304-692-9296 www.rentalswv.com

FURNISHED HOUSES 3 BEDROOM HOUSES. ALL Utilities Paid! Snider, North Willey, South Park Starting at $425 PETS ALLOWED 304-292-9600 kingdomrentals.com 3BR HOUSE. College Ave. 5min. walk to Lair, 2BTH, deck, WD, DW, $400 plus utilities, free off-street parking. 304-216-4845 3BD HOUSE, BATTELLE AVE, quiet street, 5/minute walk to Mountainlair. Off-street-parking, kitchen appliances, W/D. Available May 15. $435/person/utils included. 304-685-8170. A MUST SEE 4 BEDROOM FURNISHED HOUSE. 8 min. walk to main campus. Quiet residential area. 2 Full baths. Quality Furnishings, D/W, W/D, Microwave, Off Street Lighted Parking, A/C, All Amenities, Year Lease. No Pets. 304-296-7476 or www.perilliapartments.com ATTRACTIVE 4BR HOUSE on Beverly Ave. Downtown Campus. Fully furnished. 4 off-street parking spots. WD, DW, central AC, modern furnishings, no pets. Lease and Deposit required. Available May 15, 2014. 304-599-6001 BATTELLE AVE. 1/BR ($500/mo), AVAILABLE 5/15/14. All utilities included. Off-street parking. WD facilities. NO PETS. Lease/deposit. 304-685-8170.

MUST SEE, JUST LISTED across form Arnold Hall. 5 & 6BR houses. 241 Richwood & 451 East Prospect. Like new, W/D, DW, parking. $530-$565 all utill included. 1yr lease and no dogs. 304-288-1572 or 304-288-9662 or jewelmanllc.com

3 BEDROOM/2 BATH HOUSE. Wiles Hill area. Extra rooms. Yards. Pets discussed. 304-594-1200. bckrentals.com 3, 4 or 9 BEDROOM HOUSES available May. www.geeapt.com 304-365-2787 Mon-Fri. 8am-4pm. 5 BEDROOM HOUSE in South Park across from Walnut Street Bridge. W/D. Call Nicole at 304-290-8972 317 RICHWOOD AVE. Available immediately. 3BR house, W/D, no pets. $900/mth. 304-290-1332 3BR 2BTH HOUSE on Sylvan. $1,100/per month, plus utilities. Available in May. Call: 304-692-7587 3BR, 1.5BTH HOUSE, 604 Cayton St. Near Mountainlair. Off-street parking. W/D. Large Deck. $450/person plus utilities. 304-319-1243 3BR 1BTH HOUSE on Stewartstown Road. $1000/per month, plus utilities. Avail. in June. call: 304-692-7587 3BR 1Bath 307 EAST BROCKWAY AVENUE. $800 Month. Lease/ Deposit required. W/D, No Pets, Off Street parking (304) 290-1332 3/BR. 2/BA. Available 5/16/14. WD. DW. Yard. Parking. Walk to stadium/downtown. $1250/mo plus utilities. Lease/dep. NO PETS. Call 502-370-5182 or 304-288-7525 4/BR HOUSE FOR RENT on Charles Ave. $1500/mo ($375 per person) + utilities. No pets. Available May 30th. Call 304-692-7587. LAST 4BR AVAILABLE. 2BATHS. Central to all campuses, New appliances, Large Bedrooms, includes W/D, All Utilities, Parking. $565/each 304-292-5714 MUST SEE just across from Arnold Hall 4, 5, and 6BR and 2 and 3BATH houses with W/D, DW, Microwave, A/C, parking, all in excellent condition. All utilities included. For appointment call 304-288-1572, 288-9662, 296-8491 website JEWELMANLLC.COM

ROOMMATES NICE 4/BR HOUSE. Private bathroom. 2 min from College. $500/month, includes all utilities. 740-381-0361

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE 14 x 70 3BR 2 full bath. Central air, porch and shed. Photos available on Craigs list. For more information call: 304-680-2680

ROOMS FOR RENT 2ROOMS AVAILABLE JUNE 1, together or separately. Downtown historical building next to campus. Each with 200+ sqft. for $350/each/mth. Phone, internet, photocopy, and reception available. Ideal for University, religious, or non-profit organization. Call: 304-292-4061

AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE CASH PAID!! WE BUY CARS and trucks. Any make! Any model! Any condition! 304-282-2560

HELP WANTED BARTENDERS WANTED. 18 and over. Will train. Barside Grill in Westover. Call for interview. 304-365-4565 CROCKETT’S LODGE NOW HIRING. Cooks and waitresses needed. Apply in person between 7-9pm, 3335 University Ave., Star City. FT MAINT. TECH POSITION AVAILABLE (apartments). This is a temporary job and will expire after August. Call: 304-598-0700 or email: bradley.naedele@tpco.com for more details. HOUSE SITTER. Responsible individual or couple wanted for house sitting/pet sitting. To stay in luxury home in exchange for rent. November 2014 - April 2015. Add’l. months possible. AWD a plus. Please send letter of interest to: HOUSE SITTER, P.O. Box 18021 Morgantown, WV 26507 RELIABLE YARD HELPER. Mid April thru Oct. Need vehicle. 5 mins from UHS. $8/hr. Apply at: osage@mail.wvnet.edu

HELP WANTED KITCHEN MANAGER. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? QUALITY CONTROL, PRODUCT INVENTORY, MOTIVATING & TRAINING OTHERS, CREATION OF DAILY SPECIALS. CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS GREAT COMMUNICATION SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OF BASIC COOKING TECHNIQUES. WE ARE A GROWING RESTAURANT. MUST BE AVAILABLE 40+HRS/WK, PRIMARILY DAYS. PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE. SEND RESUME TO PO BOX 79 MORGANTOWN, WV 26507 PART TIME FRONT DESK OFFICE ASSISTANT wanted for growing physician practice. Person must have strong organization and communication skills. Responsibilities include: great phone and customer service skills; performing daily office functions necessary to ensure deadlines are met; and tasks assigned are accurate and completed in a timely matter. Prior customer service experience is preferred. Email resume/cover letter to HR personnel at becky.mpsa@gmail.com PM KITCHEN SUPERVISOR. ARE YOU AN AWESOME LINE-COOK READY FOR THE NEXT STEP? BORED WITH YOUR CURRENT PIC POSITION? OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE MANAGING EVENING SHIFTS. FULL TIME. PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE. SEND RESUME TO PO BOX 79 MORGANTOWN, WV 26507 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: The Northern WV Center for independent Living, a consumer directed non-profit disability resource center, is looking for an individual to serve as a Fair Housing testing coordinator working out of the Morgantown area. Responsibilities: Coordination testing for FHIP including tester recruitment, selection and training for tester pool, test site selection, test assignment, test debriefing, tester reimbursement, analysis of results and comprehensive report of findings. Intake and follow up of Fair Housing complaints and assisting with community outreach activities. Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with fair housing or civil rights activities, good written and oral communication skills, computer skills and experience working with people with disabilities. Degree in related field, or related work/volunteer experience. Travel throughout service area is required. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position is an 8 month contract beginning April 1, 2014. Annual salary $37,500. Send letter of interest and resume with 3 letters of reference to Jan Derry, Executive Director, NWVCIL, 601 -3 East Brockway Ave. Suit A&B, Morgantown, WV 26501. Closing Date: March 24th. THE HILTON GARDEN INN Morgantown is currently looking for friendly, hard-working associates to join our team!! The following positions are available: Servers & Bartenders, Stewards, Line Cooks, Part time front desk & Night Auditors, Housekeeping (Room Attendants), & Maintenance- MUST have a valid driver’s license & pass drug test. Please apply in person at the front desk. 304-225-9500

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