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ARC offers free tutoring, academic tools

by Alexis Randolph correspondent

Time and money are of the essence for students at West Virginia University. Luckily, the Academic Resource Centers offer free tutoring to students throughout the week.

The centers also act as a convenience for students who need to track study lab hours for certain courses.

Students lined up to give their information to several workers at the centers Mon-

day for the opening of the fall semester ARC. According to its website, the goal of the ARC is to provide qualified peer tutors, the ability to adapt to various learning styles and professional development opportunities.

“It is really rewarding because we help so many students,” said Courtney Teets, the coordinator for ARC. She also spoke about the effect tutoring can have on a student’s academic

performance.

“With five or more visits, student grades tend to be a letter grade above their peers,” Teets said.

Teets said it is important for student to build a good relationship with their tutor because it reinforces the student’s success.

Hui Liu, an international math graduate student, started tutoring with the ARC her sophomore year at WVU. Liu said she has enjoyed the experience as it also ben-

efits her as a tutor.

“International students don’t have much time to interact with native speakers,” Liu said.

Tutoring WVU students gives her a chance to practice the English language in a conversational way.

In addition to practicing the English language, tutoring also gives Liu the opportunity to review for her own classes. She is

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Allison Cole, a graduate occupational and environmental sciences student, tutors chemistry in the Downtown Library.

Thirty-One gives gift of community to Ronald McDonald House by evelyn merithew staff writer

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Athletic Director Oliver Luck introduces WVU women’s soccer assistant coach Marisa Kanela to discuss the team’s upcoming games.

Maniacs host first open meeting of the season with Luck, coaches

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The Mountaineer Maniacs kicked off the athletic year with their first assembly in the Mountainlair Monday.

The Maniacs welcomed West Virginia University Athletic Director Oliver Luck to the meeting as he shared pointers on how to make the most of this year’s sporting events.

“There is nothing as much fun as going to sporting events with your friends when you’re in college,” Luck said.

Luck also stressed the importance of continuing a tradition of good sportsmanship toward fans of rival schools during events.

When the University moved from the Big East

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WVU students filled Hatfield’s to hear WVU coaches discuss their upcoming schedules for the season.

Giving back to the community can be done through selling tote bags, home goods and more. Thirty-One Gifts is a company whose mission is to strengthen communities and families by empowering women. The company recently celebrated its oneyear anniversary of ThirtyOne Gives.

Representatives of ThirtyOne will offer their support and services at the Morgantown Ronald McDonald House on Sept. 4 and 28 as part of a nonprofit partnership.

“Thirty-One Gifts offers opportunities for ladies to make money on their own schedule selling different products like purses, home goods, etc.,” said Erin Sellers, Morgantown director of Thirty-One Gifts. “Our ‘Gives’ foundation is a way for our workers to give back by supporting three key things: women, girls and families.”

Created in 2012, ThirtyOne Gives is a foundation designed to focus on giving back and paying it forward.

Thirty-One is partnered with several nonprofit organizations nationwide and offers support in a number of ways including product donations, consultant giving and the Thirty-One Gives fund.

The fund is a round-up program that customers can take part in by rounding their purchase up to the next dollar, with the proceeds going to the foundation.

“Thirty-One’s partnership with the Ronald McDonald House is going to include a monetary donation of about $150,000 from our collection sales,” Sellers said. “We are going to be donating 150,000 welcome bags with 31 necessities and products in them.”

In addition to contributing

monetary donations, Sellers said she and her team will be dedicating time to the Morgantown branch by making dinners and cleaning for the families staying there.

To Sellers, helping this nonprofit hits home.

“I stayed at a place similar to the Ronald McDonald House when my dad passed away, and it was a very difficult time,” she said. “If it wasn’t for the quiet, sweet support and amenities provided to me, I don’t know what I would have done.”

Thirty-One Gifts has about 140,000 consultants across the United States and has promoted uplifting programs since it began 10 years ago.

One of the unique opportunities it offers is Girl Talk, through which Thirty-One members speak with students in local elementary, middle and high schools.

“Thirty-One is about having a sense of community and connecting not just with each other but with philanthropic opportunities within our communities,” Sellers said.

Sellers said her favorite part of the company is that it stands by its mission. Sellers came across Thirty-One when a niece of hers passed away at a young age, and the company helped her raise funds to help her sister pay for the expenses.

“My senior director facilitated all of the money and gave me her commission to help pay the expenses,” she said. “This isn’t just a company. All of us are very community-based, and we care about each other. I fell in love with the company.”

To get involved with Thirty-One Gifts or ThirtyOne Gives, email Erin Sellers at erinsellers31gifts@gmail. com or visit mythirtyone. com/esellers. danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu

‘Just be a kid’: WVU student founds Pediatric Entertainment Program by hilary kinney correspondent

After a summer session at Johns Hopkins University, Lindsey Fitzwater, a West Virginia University sophomore, learned much more than the pediatric oncology knowledge she went there for.

She left with a changed life that is now changing the lives of hundreds of children around the world.

Last summer, Fitzwater founded the Pediatrics Entertainment Program.

The program is based

on the idea that children in hospitals require and deserve time to “just be a kid,” instead of learning about recovery processes and how to cope while in the hospital.

The mission statement is “to help kids forget their illnesses by engaging them in games and activities specially designed for all types of mobility.”

The idea of the program came to Fitzwater while at JHU, when she met a 7-year-old boy struggling with cancer.

Fitzwater said she no-

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ticed the boy paid little attention to the television in his room, nor did he respond well to the doctors.

She asked the doctor what types of entertainment were available to the children; he took her to one of the activity centers, which was fully stocked with toys and games.

“But they were empty,” Fitzwater said. “There were no kids. They were so psychologically depressed that they didn’t want to come out of their rooms to play or do anything, which hindered their treatment.”

Fitzwater’s idea for PEP was unique from the types of support hospitals currently offer to child patients.

“I saw the need for an activity program that is different from child life specialists,” she said. “It doesn’t focus on coping, it doesn’t focus on working through your illness. It just works on being a kid.”

Fitzwater began by sending materials to friends in Texas and China to let them get off the ground. She then went on to start three chapters here

in West Virginia.

One location is in Morgantown, another at Cabell Huntington Hospital and one at the Charleston Area Medical Center.

The Pediatrics Entertainment Program now has 20 locations worldwide.

This past July, Amway, an American direct-selling company, recognized Fitzwater as a finalist in the Amway “Who Cares” youth leadership challenge. There, she was awarded $10,000 for the nonprofit organization.

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tertainment Program is funded by sponsors, donors and various other awards, as the hospitals and families are not expected or obligated to pay any amount for the program’s services.

Because the program is now located in Morgantown, any WVU student who wants to become involved in this thriving program is encouraged to submit an application. Volunteers will help prepare materials for visits

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Migrants tell of ordeal in train crash; 6 dead

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Workers and police stand next to a cargo train known as “the Beast,” after it derailed near the town of Huimanguillo, southern Mexico, Sunday.

CHONTALPA, Mexico (AP) — Hundreds of Central Americans riding atop a cargo train in hopes of getting to the U.S. were being threatened and extorted by armed men before the train derailed and killed at least six, survivors told The Associated Press on Monday.

Many who had sneaked onto the train known as “The Beast” were thrown loose when eight of its 12 cars derailed as it hauled tons of metal junk through a remote, swampy stretch of southern Mexico, witnesses said. At least some of the dead were trapped because they had tied themselves on to avoid slipping as they rode between cars.

Witness accounts offered a close-up look at the hor-

rifying conditions faced by the tens of thousands of Central Americans who cross Mexico in increasing numbers in hopes of finding work in the U.S., even as Mexican migration slows.

Gangs of armed men prowl the train line, robbing, kidnapping, extorting and raping those trying to cross Mexico.

Hundreds squeeze together atop the train’s cars.

Others ride between cars for lack of space, or to obtain shelter from wind and rain.

“Those are the ones who died,” Jose Hector Alfonso Pacheco, a 48-year-old Honduran, said in a shelter where Mexican authorities housed dozens of the estimated 250 migrants who

were riding on the train.

Workers were still removing tons of wrecked railcars and junk with heavy equipment Monday but had found no additional victims by late in the day. At least five migrants suffered grave injuries, and dozens had less serious injuries.

Mexican authorities said the accident victims can stay in Mexico legally for a year and apply for citizenship if they want.

The dead migrants were between 19 and 58 years old. In an indication of why the toll wasn’t higher, authorities said the train was moving only at about 2 miles an hour when it derailed.

Survivors described themselves as having been

kidnapped by armed men who were taking them to meet with their chief in the nearby city of Coatzacoalcos, presumably to arrange payments that would allow them to get across Mexico and into the U.S. Agustin Sorto Ayala, a 22-year-old Honduran, said he saw seven men get on the last car near the town of Chontalpa and move from car to car with flashlights and pistols, telling the migrants that “we had to pay for a ‘guide,’ we had to pay ‘rent,’ and if we didn’t they wouldn’t let us get off the train.”

“They had us kidnapped, and when the train derailed, that’s how we got loose,” he said.

Mexican officials said

they were investigating the cause of the crash. State authorities pointed to heavy rains softening the ground beneath the tracks as well as the possible pilfering of metal spikes and rail connectors from the tracks.

Duglas Javier Valdes Venegas, a 35-year-old migrant from Honduras, was trapped under a train car for five hours along with a cousin, who died at a hospital.

Valdes Venegas said from a hospital bed where he was being treated for broken bones that he was singing to his cousin so they wouldn’t fall asleep when the accident happened.

“When we didn’t have any songs left, the accident happened,” Valdes Venegas

said.

The U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights said the accident was a reminder of the dire conditions faced by migrants on the train.

Honduran and Guatemalan diplomats traveled to the area to help identify victims and make sure the injured were getting needed medical attention, the nations’ foreign officials said.

Honduran President Porfirio Lobo offered his condolences to the families of Hondurans who died in the accident through his Twitter account.

“I’m sorry about what happened in Mexico,” Lobo wrote. “Several Hondurans died in that train derailment.”

MAniacs

volleyball game attended, members of the Maniacs will be awarded one point. The top 30 Maniacs at the end of the fall season will be awarded early entry to basketball games as well as front row seating.

“These awards are a great incentive to raise attendance,” Northrup said.

Members of the Maniacs receive several benefits in addition to priority tickets to athletic events. Members receive a 20 percent discount on Mountaineer merchandise at the WVU Book Exchange as well as a 50 percent discount on RubberU wristbands.

Head volleyball coach Jill Kramer and head men’s soccer coach Marlon Leblanc spoke at the event, as well.

Leblanc recognized the dramatic effect fan energy has on games and urged high attendance for the

2013 season. “ The intimacy of ou r e nv i ro n m e nt i s ve r y c o o l ,” L eb l a n c said.

Kramer pointed out that Maniacs have a chance to affect team showmanship.

If attendance at volleyball games hits 500 students, Kramer promised to don buckskins against the University of Toledo.

One of the main goals of the Maniacs is to raise attendance for all University sporting events, not just games that attract the most attention.

Maniacs have an opportunity to proudly represent WVU while kicking back and having fun at the same time.

For more information about the Mountaineer Maniacs, visit http://maniacs.wvu.edu.

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Athletic Director Oliver Luck speaks to Mountaineer Maniac members about this year’s upcoming schedules

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Continued from page 1 currently taking calculus four, so helping students study for calculus one forces her to stay on top of things.

Although tutoring is helpful to WVU students, many students are now using the centers to complete required study hours for certain University courses.

“I think the whole idea behind the required lab hours is to get students into the routine of studying,” said Trey Duckworth, a freshman computer engineering and biometrics student.

Duckworth said the center is convenient and easy to find.

“It is simple. You give whoever is at the computer your name and stu-

to the Big 12 last year, the Maniacs saw an opportunity for the fan base to promote a friendly attitude.

“Over the years, our fan base had developed a reputation of being a rough (one),” he said. “We decided this is a perfect time to make a positive first impression.”

Fans are still expected to cheer with enthusiasm on game days.

“This doesn’t mean you sit in the stands like you’re at an opera,” Luck said.

Maniac Executive Director Chris Northrup shared some aspects of the Maniacs rewards program, such as pride points.

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dent number and tell them if you are here for tutoring, lab hours or whatever you are there for,” Duckworth said.

The ARC is located at both the Downtown Library and Brooke Tower on Evansdale.

The hours for tutoring are 6-10 p.m. and the services are free. The ARC also offers tutoring at WVUp All Night by appointment and Mondays from 5-7 p.m. in Fieldcrest Hall.

Students can be tutored in subjects such as math, biology, chemistry, physics and general engineering, as well as other subjects upon request.

To contact the center, email academicresourcecenter@mail.wvu.edu or call 304-293-5811. danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu

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Students work together in the Academic Resource Center in the Downtown Library.

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MTV Video Music Awards: shocking, raunchy and strangely enjoyable Miley Cyrus & Robin Thicke ‘N Sync reunites Dance Suggestively

KATY PERRY Closes the Show

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When the MTV Video Music Awards kicked off Sunday night, it was obvious the show would be full of surprises.

Lady Gaga opened the show with a performance of her new song “Applause” in a shell thong bikini, exposing her bare butt and shocking those in attendance but providing a performance many enjoyed, according to Twitter.

One Direction appeared on stage next to present the award for best pop video to Selena Gomez for her recent release “Come and Get It.” Next, Miley Cyrus appeared on stage for her performance of “We Can’t Stop” among life-size teddy bears, wearing a teddy bear bodysuit and pigtailed knots on her head. Needless to say, this was a performance many found strange yet entertaining.

Robin Thicke appeared on stage alongside Cyrus

as she stripped off her outfit to reveal a nude bikini.

She and Thicke then began a duet of “Blurred Lines” before 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar joined them on stage.

Cyrus completed her performance with suggestive dance moves, which came as no surprise with her recent lifestyle change.

Iggy Azalea and Lil’ Kim presented best hip-hop video to Macklemore & Ryan Lewis for “Can’t Hold Us,” which was particularly exciting for West Virginia University students as the duo made a recent trip to perform at FallFest 2013.

Kevin Hart’s commentary on the opening of the VMA’s was hilarious, as he continued to try and convince the audience he was not hosting the awards this year.

“Miley better go get a damn pregnancy test after doing all that grinding,” Hart said.

Kanye West performed one of his newest songs from Yeezus, “Blood On The Leaves,” with a nature-like background in the dark, simply featuring his silhouette.

Daft Punk presented best female video to Taylor Swift for “Trouble,” beating out Cyrus’ “We Can’t Stop” and Rihanna’s “Stay.”

Ed Sheeran presented best video with social message to “Same Love” by Macklemore, awarded for its message promoting samesex marriage.

“I really wanted to win best hip-hop video, but this moment means a lot more,” Macklemore said. “To watch this song in the last year spread across the world is a testament to what is happening right now in America on the forefront of equality.

Gay rights are human rights.

There is no separation.”

Next, Justin Timberlake took the stage to perform for a total of about 20 minutes. Timberlake made his first solo appearance at the 2002 VMAs, which were also hosted by Jimmy Fallon. Nearly 11 years later, he performed “Take Back The Night,” “Sexyback,” “Like I Love You,” “My Love,” “Cry Me A River,” “Senorita” and “Rock Your Body.” His dance moves were incredible, as

many may have forgotten over the years.

As the music slowed and the lights went down, the anticipated ‘N Sync reunion seemed inevitable.

Although a short reunion, Lance Bass, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone and Chris Kirkpatrick joined Timberlake on stage to sing “Girlfriend” and “Bye, Bye, Bye,” dance moves in toe.

After the group finished, Timberlake performed “Suit & Tie” and “Mirrors,” to which the entire audience sang along. Twitter reactions, as well as the crowd reaction, proved this was without a doubt the best performance of the evening.

Fallon then presented Timberlake with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.

“Every video director that I had the fortune of working with, I owe this award to you – my manager, my folks, but most of all, half of the Moonmen I’ve ever won, I won with those four guys right there. So above all else, I’m going to share this award with them,” Tim-

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berlake said. “This is truly an honor. Thank you so much.”

Best song of the summer was presented to “Best Song Ever” by One Direction before Jason Collins and A$AP Rocky introduced Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’s performance of “Same Love.”

“The only way things change is when you stand up for what you believe in,” Collins said.

Mary Lambert, the female featured in the song, and Jennifer Hudson performed alongside the duo.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ performance was incredibly well-received, as it received the award for best video with a social message earlier in the show.

Austin Mahone received the award for best new artist, though many believe he is the “next Justin Bieber.”

T-Boz and Chilli of TLC then introduced Drake to perform “Hold On, We’re Going Home” before breaking into “Started From The Bottom.”

Taylor Swift presented Bruno Mars with the award for best male video for

“Locked Out of Heaven,” beating out Justin Timberlake, Robin Thicke and Macklemore.

Mars went on to perform his newest song “Gorilla,” which has a slower tempo in parts, showcasing his outstanding vocals.

The video of the year award, which is perhaps the most esteemed award given on the show, was presented to Justin Timberlake for “Mirrors.”

“This is a really special video for me because it’s a tribute to my grandparents,” Timberlake said. “My grandfather actually passed away in December, and I hope my grandmother’s watching right now. This is for you, Granny.”

Katy Perry performed her newest song “Roar” outside beside the Brooklyn Bridge for the first time ever to end the show. Dressed in boxing attire inside a boxing ring, Perry sang, “I am a champion, and you’re gonna hear me roar,” providing the newest anthem. lacey.palmer@mail.wvu.edu

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WVU’s tools for success

It may be too late to drop classes, but it’s not too late to succeed.

The WVU Academic Resource Centers provide assistance for almost every challenge students may face this semester.

Whether it’s your first economics class, a frustrating biology class you can’t figure out or a major requirement that seems impossible to pass, the ARC will come to the rescue.

The Resource Centers are a place where students can receive walk-in tutoring for almost any subject including math, biology, physics, statistics and language courses.

The Resource Centers are offered in the Downtown Librar y, Brooke Tower and Fieldcrest Hall; there’s even a room during WVUp All Night devoted to personalized tutoring.

The Office of Student Success & Retention Programs also offers many other resources, as well.

The office has coaches who work closely with students to help them learn important skills such as

time management, note taking, close reading and study tactics. These coaches will provide a personalized path to help each individual student with their academic goals and situations. They can be contacted at any point during the semester for any situation that may arise.

There is also a SORTS (Students on the Road to Success) workshop series.

The group seminars intend to provide tips about academic success. Topics range from classroom success, finals prep, testtaking skills and mid-semester crunch. The seminars include interactive presentations and giveaways that aid in student success.

Another great resource is the Ask Regan feature, which can be found both on the Retention website and the MIX homepage. Students can ask “Regan” a question regarding WVU when she is online and email her when she is offline. Questions can be sent on AIM to the screen name AskRegan or on

Twitter to @AskRegan.

Students can view all the academic resources offered at http://retention.wvu.edu/.

Sometimes it may be easier to just drop the class, but that may come back to cause students problems later on. Dropping too many classes can result in action from the University. If you feel your problems lie with the professor – i.e. he or she is unfairly singling you out – you can always contact the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

However, most professors at WVU want you to do well. The whole point of going to college is to attain a quality education that will allow you to develop skills that will be useful in your career and other endeavors. There’s absolutely no stigma about seeking help if you feel overwhelmed, especially in your schoolwork.

The secret to learning is to never let that one tricky course derail your four years of education. daperspectives@mail.wvu.edu CORY DOBSON/THE DAILY ATHENAEUM

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The parallels between Macklemore and Martin Luther King, Jr KAITLYN O’NEAL GUEST COLUMNIST

Macklemore’s “Same Love” retained its position in the Billboard Hot 100’s top 20 this week. His poignant song promoting marriage equality has topped the charts all summer.

The song was penned and released in 2012 for the explicit purpose of helping the Washington Marriage Equality movement. In a somewhat surprising and invigorating turn of events, Washington went on to win equal marriage rights.

“Same Love” has defied all expectations, rising to a peak of No. 11 on the Billboard charts. The song is being played everywhere from parties to car radios and now on MTV’s Video Music Awards.

“Same Love” challenges the right-wing conservatives who think it’s a decision to be gay, and it doesn’t hesitate to slam those people for “playing God” by trying to turn gay people straight. It tasks America for her failure to learn from her past mistakes in denying human rights, then offers up a solution with marriage equality: “a certificate on paper isn’t gonna solve it all / But it’s a damn good place to start.”

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its call for equal rights. Fifty years ago this week, a man named Martin Luther King, Jr gave his most famous oratory “I Have a Dream.”

MLK declared, “Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God’s children,” as he called America to peacefully demand rights for all of her citizens and to end racial discrimination.

In the same way that MLK dreamed that “my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character,” Macklemore dreams that one day “my uncles can be united by law,” and there will be no more “kids … walking ‘round the hallway plagued by pain in their heart / A world so hateful some would rather die than be who they are.”

MLK’s honest and beautiful vision of fairness propelled the Civil Rights Movement to the place we are today – a country that is far from perfect, but one where people of all races can vote and intermarry, and one that has twice elected an African-American president.

The message of equality and love resonates with our generation – a generation that has grown up having friends of every race, religion and sexual orientation. We know that love is

Martin Luther King, Jr. gives his famous “I Have a Dream” speech to thousands in Washington, D.C. love, and discrimination is discrimination.

Macklemore challenges us in “Same Love,” just as MLK challenged America 50 years ago. He challenges us to not just listen to the song and admire its aesthetics.

He implores us to not smile and applaud his musical prowess as we go about our usual day. He asks us to do something about it. He challenges us to look deep inside ourselves, uncover our own bigotry and tear it out.

“No law is gonna change us / We have to change us / Whatever God you believe in / We come from the same one / Strip away the fear / Underneath it’s all the same love / About time that we raised up.”

When you hear someone use the word “gay” in a derogatory way, call them out.

When you see someone being bullied for his sexual orientation, take a stand. As MLK once said, “In the end, we will remember not the

words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”

In West Virginia, not only is there no marriage equality but it is actually legal to fire someone from his or her job simply because he or she is gay. This level of inequality is unacceptable.

Write your representatives.

Donate a few bucks to Freedom to Marry. Wear a “No H8” shirt to go shopping.

There are many easy ways to be a straight ally. You could even write a song.

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BY JACQUELINE BIGAR BORN TODAY This year people often don’t know which way you will go in situations where your opinion is needed. Sometimes you will be stubborn, as you believe that your idea is the best. Other times, you will want a selection of many ideas to toy around with. If you are single, others could be confused yet intrigued by you. Establishing a steady relationship will be dependent on an accepting partner. If you are attached, you could confuse your sweetie. Sometimes you might be insistent that you are right; other times, you could care less.

ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) HHHH You are surrounded by several people who are quite self-indul-

gent. You will want to initiate a serious discussion, but the playfulness around you might create a somewhat chaotic atmosphere. Try another time for an important talk. Tonight: Throw yourself into the moment.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) HHHH Use the morning for anything major you must do. You will feel more empowered than you have in a long time. By midafternoon, you could encounter a hassle that emerges either at work or within your personal life.

Walk away, if need be. Tonight: Start or finish a project at home.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) HHHH If you feel like moving slowly, you have the right idea. In fact, it won’t be until midafternoon that you will feel back up to snuff. Initiate a longoverdue conversation with a loved one only when you feel energized

and creative. Tonight: Return calls, then decide.

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A midafternoon break from the daily grind will allow you to do some thinking. Tonight: Make it early.

LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) HHHH You tend to take on more than your fair share of work and responsibility. The good news is that you know when to kick back and start enjoying yourself. Understand that others are not as spontaneous as you are. Let them follow their own paths. Tonight: Where the action is.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) HHHH

Look at the big picture, and consider your options. If there is a situation that is stopping you, look at the reason why, and see if it is really worth holding on to. No matter what your decision is, you will need to take the lead. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

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of the message. Tonight: State your feelings in an appropriate discussion with a partner.

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Hopefully you can learn how to really enjoy yourself. Tonight: Reach out to a friend at a distance.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) HHHH Review a recent decision before approaching a loved one.

A change of mind is not out of the question. You have greater impact than you realize. Approach others with care. You will need to do your share of integrating different opinions. Tonight: Relax – you need to unwind.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18) HHHH If you are able to, try to work from home ... at least through the morning hours. A key situation will encourage you to deal with it first. Once that has been handled, your rambunctious nature might emerge. Tonight: No one can deny that you are a “people person.”

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20) HHHH Brief calls could turn into lengthy conversations. You might feel as if your whole schedule is being taken over! Resist feeling pressured. Look at the value of these conversations. Important solidifying of different bonds will occur. Tonight: Head home. Face it – you are tired.

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Mountaineer Idol sign-ups closing

BY Lacey Palmer & SHAWNEE MORAN DA Staff

Do you have what it takes to be the next Mountaineer Idol?

If you love to sing, have fun and perform in front of a supportive audience, then this is the perfect competition for you. But don’t wait too much longer – registration ends today.

Mountaineer Idol, held annually at West Virginia University, is the perfect opportunity for students to engage in friendly competition and showcase their talent. If this wasn’t already motivation enough for students, the grand prize of the competition – apart from the title of Mountaineer Idol – is $1,000.

Sonja Wilson, the adviser for Mountaineer Idol, is excited for this year, which marks the 10th anniversary.

“I never had any idea that it would last this long on our campus and be so popular. We really thought, 10 years ago, that we were planning a onetime talent show,” Wilson said. “We have many Mountaineer Idol contes-

tants returning this year for the competition.

“They have made lasting friendships through this program and really encourage each other to audition and do well for each Elimination Round.

To me, that says a lot about our WVU students and our Mountaineer Idol Program.”

For those still considering or are unsure of how Mountaineer Idol works, here’s a brief explanation of the process: the preliminary competition is held Wednesday. Eligible contestants (those who have previously registered and fit the criteria), will get one chance – and one chance only – to sing and impress a panel of judges. For the audition, you must sing a cappella, without music, for a brief 30 second period.

After the judges make their decision, the top 15 performers will be notified Wednesday evening through email.

Last year’s winner, Paris Winfrey, said he can still remember every moment of the final round as if it was yesterday.

“When they called my name it was such a one-

of-a-kind feeling,” Winfrey said. “I have to say, if it wasn’t for my friends and family, I wouldn’t have made it, and I was so happy that I could make them proud. It was such a huge blessing.”

If you are still interested in auditioning for Mountaineer Idol, there is a mandatory meeting tonight at 5 p.m. at Hatfields (located in the Mountainlair) for students to register and receive more information. You must provide your WVU Student ID at the time of registration.

The preliminary competition will begin the next day.

E-mail Kelsey.Montgomery@mail.wvu.edu to sign up and receive more information.

“I think Idol presents a very unique opportunity for students to showcase their abilities in a competition that challenges everyone to perform to the best of their ability,” Winfrey said. “If you love singing or performing then Idol is the perfect chance to have your voice heard.” daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

Last year’s Mountaineer Idol winner Paris Winfrey reacts to the final announcement.

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Hometown Throwdown promotes local music scene at 123

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Disillusion Effect vocalist Chris Rabideau thanks the crowd during a performance at 123 Pleasant Street.

BY HUNTER HOMISTEK A&E WRITER

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The Adventures of Bear Grylls pumps up the intensity at 123 Pleasant Street.

Local music hot spot 123 Pleasant Street annihilated attendees Sunday evening with a crushing lineup of the area’s finest metal acts.

Dubbed the Hometown Throwdown, the event featured The Overman, Let the River Swell, The Adventures of Bear Grylls, Life Worth Sacrifice and local favorites Disillusion Effect in the headlining slot.

From start to finish, these groups delivered a blistering sonic assault that perfectly characterized the metal sound and spirit.

“It feels really good to be back in Morgantown,” said Disillusion Effect vocalist Chris Rabideau. “We’ve been away for a little while now, playing other shows, and we just wanted to let everyone know that we’re still here, and we’re still going to bring it for them.”

Energy flooded the stage-side dance floor for the show’s duration, as eager metalheads engaged in a moshing frenzy fueled by double-bass punch,

chugging riffs and ripping screams.

“I loved this crowd; they were so receptive, and they just showed a ton a love,” said Let the River Swell frontman Devin Kieta.

This performance marked Let the River Swell’s first experience at 123, and the vocalist said he was taken aback by the support he and his bandmates received.

“Without a doubt, I’d love to come back here soon,” Kieta said. “The whole city is just beautiful, and we love being here.

This show was definitely one to remember.”

The Hometown Throwdown also afforded The Adventures of Bear Grylls vocalist/bassist Tyler Dermitt the chance to fulfill a long-standing goal he set as a freshman at the University: to play at 123.

“I’ve wanted to play here since I’ve been in Morgantown, and it feels so good to finally get out and do it,” Dermitt said. “We were definitely feeling the love and the energy from the crowd.

“We had to heat things up for the monsters ahead

of us.”

The monsters described

by Dermitt were the aggressive and relentless four-piece outfit of Disillusion Effect.

Led by Rabideau’s guttural howl and an everpresent knack for hard-hitting rhythms and grooves, Disillusion Effect commanded the audience’s full attention during their one-hour set, leaving patrons woozy from the constant barrage of metal excellence.

“Last night was the best show we’ve ever played,” Rabideau said. “It means so much to us to come here and have the support of these guys and all the other bands on the bill.

This one really went above and beyond.”

These sentiments were echoed by Life Worth Sacrifice frontman Ronnie Smith, who said the overwhelmingly positive reception left him soaked with satisfaction and pride in both his and the crowd’s efforts.

“We haven’t felt love like this in a while,” Smith said.

“The energy was amazing, the other bands were on

fire, and the pit was explosive. Anytime 123 wants us back, we’ll be there.”

Also on the night’s bill was Fairmont, W.Va., youngsters The Overman.

Barely old enough to vote, this band ushered forth a brand of technical metal that called to mind modern acts like Veil of Maya and Periphery, leaving the audience basking in a sea of hop-inducing grooves and melodies.

For both the bands and the fans, the Hometown Throwdown delivered everything that draws crowds to the sounds of metal. Behind the in-your-face delivery lays a passion and a sense of brotherhood scarcely seen in other genres, and this show perfectly embodied that essence.

“This is what we love to do, and this is what we live for,” Rabideau said.

“To play shows like this ... there’s just no feeling like it. The support, all the fans, our friends – it’s indescribable, and we appreciate each and every person here so, so much.” daa&e@mail.wvu.edu

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Tuesday August 27, 2013

Kevin Hooker Sports Writer

Questions remain following release of WVU depth The West Virginia University football team released the official depth chart for Saturday’s season opener against William & Mary and a few moves jump off the page for me.

For one, the quarterback position has junior Paul Millard and redshirt junior Clint Trickett listed as the co-starters. With just three days until the 2013 season kicks off, I would be very surprised if head coach Dana Holgorsen and staff don’t know who their starting quarterback is.

Obviously, both these quarterbacks have little on-field experience, but they’ve been working out with the team long enough for the coaching staff to know their strengths and weaknesses. It is clear, however, that redshirt freshman Ford Childress has fallen out of the quarterback race, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he leaves the program.

Millard has the most experience as a Mountaineer, having appeared in 12 games behind former starter Geno Smith the past two seasons.

Trickett also has experience, compiling 947 yards and seven touchdowns during his two seasons as EJ Manuel’s backup at Florida State.

According to Holgorsen, Millard “knows the offense (best)”, and makes better calls at the line of scrimmage.

Houston transfer Charles Sims is listed as the starting running back, which should come as no surprise.

Sims scored 11 touchdowns last year as a Cougar, and is considered one of the top senior running backs heading into the season. With a young receiving core and ongoing uncertainty at quarterback, look for the Mountaineers to hand the ball off to Sims plenty of times this season.

True freshman Wendall Smallwood, junior college transfer Dreamius Smith and junior Dustin Garrison are listed as the No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4 running backs, respectively.

Junior Andrew Buie isn’t even mentioned on the running back depth chart. In Dustin Garrison’s absence last year, Buie scored seven touchdowns and took the majority of the snaps last season. This move is probably the biggest surprise on the depth chart, because it appeared Buie and Garrison were the frontrunners for the starting role based on spring practice.

Of the 19 players listed on offense, 14 have no starts as Mountaineers, and 10 have never touched Mountaineer Field period. Marquis Lucas, the blind side blocker, has played one game in his career, with senior Pat Eger listed below him.

The starting outside receivers are Ivan McCartney and K.J. Meyers, with junior college transfers Ronald Carswell and Kevin White listed as the primary backups.

All in all, there are seven junior college transfers on the depth chart.

Only one inside receiver position is listed, which is occupied by true freshman Daikiel Shorts and redshirt freshman Devonte Mathis.

The halfback spot belongs to sophomore Cody Clay, with Garrett Hope backing him up. Holgorsen has suggested Clay could be WVU’s best overall player.

On defense, Brandon Golson is the only starter who hasn’t previously played a game for WVU. He’ll start at the BUCK linebacker position.

The front three on the Mountaineers’ defense will

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William & Mary wide receiver Tre McBride and the Tribe come to Morgantown to take on the Mountaineers in the season opener Saturday.

Upset-minded William & Mary will look to spoil the season opener for WVU BY connor murray associate sports editor

Coming off a 2-9 season and a No. 9 finish in the Colonial Athletic Association, the William & Mary Tribe come to Morgantown for the season opener Saturday.

With three quarterbacks, seniors Brent Caprio and Michael Graham and junior Raphael Ortiz, all earning three or more starts, the Tribe endured inconsistency from its signal callers in 2012.

Ortiz saw the most action of the three William & Mary quarterbacks, appearing in seven games with five starts and completing 70 of 131 passes for 942 yards with five touchdowns and two interceptions.

A dual threat, Ortiz ran for 120 yards and four touchdowns before an injury sidelined him for the season’s final three games.

Although Ortiz saw the most time last year, his injury will keep him from playing against West Virginia. Michael Graham has been named the starter by head coach Jimmye Laycock.

“He (Graham) has done very well in preseason and Ortiz is not ready to play.

He’s still recovering from that shoulder surgery.

Mike (Graham) has some game experience and he certainly has improved as he’s gone through preseason,” Laycock said.

In stark contrast to the turnover at the quarterback position, William & Mary is entering its 34th consecutive season under Laycock’s direction.

Junior running back Keith McBride II finished No. 8 in the CAA with 689 rushing yards on 139 carries.

Although he only found the endzone three times, McBride averaged 5.0 yards per carry and could pose a threat to a West Virginia defense that gave up an average of 159.2 yards per game on the ground in the 2012 season.

Despite all of the inconsistency at the quarterback position, junior wide receiver Tre McBride was a solid target for the Tribe, catching 55 balls for 897 yards and eight touchdowns. McBride was named to the second team All-CAA offense for his breakout year.

On defense, the Tribe will be looking to replace first team All-American cornerback and standout return man B.W. Webb, who became just the 19th player in the school’s history to be chosen in the NFL’s modern draft era (1970-present) when he was taken with the 17th pick in the fourth round by the Dallas Cowboys.

Looking to fill the void will be redshirt sophomore DeAndre Houston-

Carson. As a freshman in 2012, Houston-Carson started all 11 games at the corner position opposite Webb, registering six pass breakups, 55 tackles and an interception.

The senior leader of the secondary, free safety Jerome Couplin III has a nose for the football.

With 91 tackles, four pass breakups, three interceptions and two forced fumbles, Couplin III has established himself as a top flight safety in the CAA. West Virginia and William & Mary have met 16 times in the schools’ history. The Mountaineers are a combined 15-0-1 in the schools’ meetings.

“We’ve got a major challenge ahead of us this Saturday. That’s going to be a major challenge going against West Virginia,” Laycock said. “I know they’ve got a lot of skilled players. Any time you go into an opening ball game you don’t know for sure what you’re going to be facing.”

The Tribe has never beaten WVU in Morgantown and holds a 0-7 record on the road against the Mountaineers. The two teams have not met since 1972, when WVU came away with a 49-34 victory.

In recent history, Laycock and the Tribe have given heavily favored opponents a tough time on opening day.

When faced with traveling to College Park to face the Maryland Terrapins, a team that gave WVU some trouble in 2012, William & Mary didn’t blink.

The Tribe’s defense held Maryland to 236 yards of total offense and held the Terrapins scoreless until midway through the fourth quarter.

After giving up a late touchdown, William & Mary lost 7-6, but gained some experience in a late game situation against a team it had no business competing against. connor.murray@mail.wvu.edu

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In his 34th season at the helm for William & Mary, head coach Jimmye Laycock will look to lead the Tribe to an upset victory over WVU on opening day.

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Men’s Soccer

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Freshman defender Alex Ochoa looks to get past an Ohio State player in an exhibition match Aug. 18.

Mountaineers to face difficult strength of schedule in 2013 by joe mitchin sports writer

It has become commonplace for the men’s soccer team at West Virginia to put together and challenge themselves with one of the toughest schedules in the country.

For years that feat came rather easy for the club playing inside the Big East Conference, perhaps the most daunting league in America.

However, as the Mountaineers get set for their second season in the MidAmerican Conference, the team has no choice but to bulk up the non-league

opponents to maintain their high strength of schedule.

The 2013 season will feature five opponents inside College Soccer’s Preseason top 30 list. Two of these schools include Indiana, the defending national champions, and Georgetown, last year’s national runner-up. It’ll be the second consecutive season that WVU will take on the defending champs.

Other top opponents WVU has in store for this season include St. John’s, Michigan, Penn State and conference foe Akron. The Zips have won the MAC regular season title seven

years in a row and the conference tournament five out of the past six seasons. Akron was the national runner-up in 2009 and won it the very next year. The team went 181-3 in 2012.

“Our schedule is very ambitious, to say the least,” said WVU head coach Marlon LeBlanc.

“It’s designed that way, so by the time we get to Akron, it’s not going to be as big of a deal.”

LeBlanc admits that the Sept. 29 meeting against Akron in Morgantown will go a long way in deciding who will win the conference regular sea-

son championship. Big games, though, have become the norm inside the men’s soccer program.

Throughout the past three seasons, the Mountaineers have played 18 matches against ranked opponents. Seven of those were teams inside the top five.

The difference this year is going to be experience.

Whether or not the young group LeBlanc has this season (18 freshmen and sophomores) will rise to the challenge of another mammoth schedule should be evident early on.

The men’s soccer pro-

gram was turned on its head with the school’s move to the Big 12 Conference. The Big 12 does have collegiate soccer, but only for women. West Virginia became conferenceless and even considered maintaining its soccer independence.

It wasn’t until the MAC permitted the Mountaineers to join the conference on a one-sport basis before last season kicked off.

“What we were able to do a little bit better this year was manipulate our non-conference schedule, because we had more time,” LeBlanc said.

Only six of West Virginia’s 18 matches are inside the conference. The Mountaineers are fortunate to host 12 matches at Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium this year. The team will certainly look to use home-field advantage throughout their quest at a MAC title and return trip to the NCAA tournament.

WVU opens the 2013 season on Friday night at home when the squad welcomes in Central Connecticut State. The team will remain home Monday in a matinee showdown with Radford. dasports@mail.wvu.edu

football

Holgorsen gives no indication to starting quarterback in Big 12 teleconference by amit batra sports editor

On Monday, coaches of the Big 12 Conference spoke with members of the media in a teleconference addressing the current situations of their teams heading into the first game of the season this weekend.

West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen didn’t really give any indication who the starting quarterback will be.

On Sunday evening, Holgorsen released a temporary depth chart with Paul Millard or Clint Trickett listed as the starting guy.

“Haven’t picked one yet; (I’m) not as antsy as I thought I’d be with it,” Holgorsen said. “They’ve kind of risen their game a little bit. Had to cut Ford’s (Childress) reps a little bit just because the other two were playing a little bit better.

“I think Ford’s going to end up being a tremendous quarterback for us no doubt, but it’s just really hard to rep three quarterbacks.

“We had to narrow it down, and once we did that, both Clint and Paul looked good, so we felt that it was warranted to

keep the competition going.”

Holgorsen said that if the season started tomorrow, there may be the case where guys would share reps against William & Mary. He mentioned how Millard and Trickett have elevated their game and both guys bring something different to the table.

Holgorsen said that Millard perhaps knows this specific offense the best, being in the system the longest of the three quarterbacks. He also mentioned that it may take some game experience to determine the eventual starter.

When asked about limited expectations and the youth of this team, Holgorsen referenced how it simply comes from inexperience.

“Our team was known for the strong personalities on offense,” he said. “(With) those guys are gone, it’s kind of the unknown that comes with it.”

According to Holgorsen, will be better with experience and getting accustomed to the fast offenses of the Big 12 Conference.

“It’s the same guys, just a year older,” Holgorsen

said. “I think their knowledge of the defense is better. Last year we played 8-10 true freshmen.

“This year, we’ve added a couple freshmen that we feel good about in a talent perspective.”

Holgorsen didn’t address junior Andrew Buie’s absence on the depth chart. Charles Sims is the No. 1 running back, followed by Wendell Smallwood, Dreamius Smith and Dustin Garrison, respectively.

“We feel like we’re in pretty good shape at running back. If the last few years have shown anything, you’re going to need more than one,” Holgorsen said. “We feel pretty good about the depth at that position.”

Holgorsen was impressed with Smallwood’s improvement from spring practice to now. After being on campus in January, Smallwood has shown strides in the offense as the No. 2 running back listed on the depth chart.

In the teleconference, Holgorsen said that junior linebacker Shaq Petteway will miss the season with an ACL infile photo jury and will redshirt.

Junior linebacker Shaq Petteway makes a play against TCU in the 2012 season. He will miss the2013 season from an ACL injury. amit.batra@mail.wvu.edu

women’s soccer

WVU looks to improve defense following Penn State Invitational by meghan carr sports writer

Late errors by the Mountaineers cost them a victory over No. 2 Penn State this weekend and didn’t make the victory against Syracuse easy.

The West Virginia women’s soccer team ended their weekend at the Penn State Invitational with a 1-0-1 record after two quick offensive starts and several errors.

The offense was active during the first half of both matches but wasn’t as aggressive as many of the players and coaches would have wanted; it

was the defensive mistakes that had some people concerned.

Although the defense still made some mistakes in the Syracuse game, it made some improvements from the Penn State match that took place less than 42 hours before.

“I think we had good leadership in the back.

The one time Syracuse did get behind us, they scored.

We need more discipline for 90 minutes,” said head coach Nikki Izzo-Brown.

Although the Mountaineers did improve, questions still surround the Mountaineers’ defensive performance after al-

lowing both of their opponents to score in late game situations.

The Mountaineers led No. 2 Penn State throughout the entire game until the 82nd minute when the Nittany Lions would score two goals in one minute.

Penn State out-shot WVU 21-12, forcing goalkeeper Sara Keane to make eight saves, matching her career-best mark and included one that saved a game-winning shot from Penn State’s Mallory Weber in the 11th minute of overtime.

On Sunday, WVU would allow Syracuse a chance to win after the Orange tied

the Mountaineers in the 60th minute, and only after a defensive error by Syracuse did the Mountaineers claim victory.

The Mountaineers are still trying to fill the void left by Defensive Player of the Year Bry McCarthy.

Although Izzo-Brown recognizes her defense still needs work, she doesn’t want fans to panic yet.

“We opened up with two tough teams, and this was an eye-opening weekend,” she said. “There are a lot of lessons to be had, but I am glad we’ll be able to get better next Friday.”

The Mountaineers will

have to fix their defensive and offensive mistakes since their schedule this season isn’t getting any easier.

Central Michigan and Morehead State will be coming into Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium this weekend, and in just two weeks, the Mountaineers will be competing at the Duke Nike Classic.

At the Duke Nike Classic, the Mountaineers will take on the reigning National Champions in North Carolina and will need to find a way to stay sharp at the end of games. dasports@mail.wvu.edu

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FURNISHED APARTMENTS APARTMENTS ON DOWNTOWN CAMPUS. 1 and 2 bedroom from $350/mo per person. No pets. Available May 15th.

304-292-6921 ATTRACTIVE 1 & 2/BR APARTMENTS. Near Ruby and on Mileground. Plenty of parking. 292-1605

A-1 location for downtown campus

1BR apartments $745/month

LEGAL NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE. The next meeting of the Board of Directors and Board Committees of the West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc. will convene on Friday, August 30, 2013 at the following times and locations: Board of Directors meeting at 1:00 p.m. in the West Virginia University Simulation Center, Health Sciences 3rd floor, Room 3501, Finance Committee meeting at 9:00 p.m. in the J.W. Ruby Boardroom, Ruby Memorial Hospital, Quality & Patient Safety Committee meeting at 9:00 p.m. in the Physician’s Office Center (POC) Conference Room 4D (4th floor). All meetings are open to the public.

FURNISHED APARTMENTS 2/BR DOWNTOWN CAMPUS $600 includes all utilities. no pets. 9 month lease plus deposit. 304-292-5290

PINEVIEW APARTMENTS Affordable & Convenient Within walking distance of Med. Center & PRT UNFURNISHED FURNISHED 2,3, AND 4 BR Rec room With Indoor Pool Exercise Equipment Pool Tables Laundromat Picnic Area Regulation Volleyball Court Experienced Maintenance Staff Lease-Deposit Required

No Pets

304-599-0850

AFFORDABLE LUXURY

Now Leasing 2013

1 & 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartments

Prices Starting at $515 Security Deposit $200 Ask about our Specials!

Garages, W/D, Walk In Closets Sparkling Pool 24 HR Maintenance/Security Bus Service NO PETS Bon Vista & The Villas

304-599-1880

Free Parking

Barrington North

No Pets Allowed

304-413-0900 SUNNYSIDE 1 MINUTE WALK to campus.

1-2 BR. Lease and deposit. NO PETS. Call 291-1000 for appointment.

NOW LEASING FOR 2013 Prices Starting at $605 Security Deposit $200 Ask about our Specials!

2 Bedroom 1 Bath

24 Hour Maintenance/Security Laundry Facilities

Minutes to Hospitals and Evansdale Bus Service

Services Sublet Tickets

304-599-6376 www.morgantownapartments.com A-1 location for downtown campus

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 3 AND 4 BEDROOM located at 324 Stewart St. in good condition 2 minute walk to campus. W/D, DW, Parking. $425-450. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. 304.288.3308 guiliani-properties.com 3 BR ON BEECHURST available May. $1200 month + all utilities ($400 per person) No pets. 304-216-2905 3/BR 2/BTH, w/d. Parking South Park free heat. $900/month. 304-685-4593 3BR. Marion St. No pets (304) 296-5931 APARTMENTS FOR RENT: Three 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, condos located on Creekside Drive, off West Run Road (North Hills) in Morgantown, within minutes of hospital and WVU. All kitchen appliances and washer and dryer in units. $600.00 per month with $300.00 security deposit. Telephone Jeff at 304-290-8571.

AVAILABLE 5/2013. 3 bedroom house. Recently remodeled. Partially furnished. Close to campus. Off-street parking. 304-296-8801.

BEL-CROSS PROPERTIES,LLC Prices are for the total unit 1 BD Willey St. Simpson St.

$560 incl util $735 incl util

2 BD Burns Ave Irwin St Eastern Ave Stewart Lane

$660 + util $800 + util $800 + util $800 + util

3BD Charles Ave Peninsula Blvd Willey St

$915 + util $990 + util $1050 inc util

4 BD University Commons $1300 + util

(304) 296 - 7930

1, 2, 3, and 4 Bedrooms Sunnyside, south Park, Suncrest, Evansdale and Downtown Complete rental list on

belcross.com

Arthur G. Trusler III - Broker

East & West 2BR 2BTH $580/per person Includes: UTILITIES, full size W/D, work out room Free parking No pets Allowed

304-413-0900 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.

PRETE RENTAL APARTMENTS

EFF: 1BR: 2BR: Now Leasing For 2013

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

Mountain Line Bus Service Every 10 Minutes and Minutes From PRT

304-599-4407

ABSOLUTELY NO PETS WWW.PRETERENTAL.COM SPACIOUS 1 BR APT. Available now. $525/mth. 517 Clark St. Parking or walk to campus. NO PETS. Call Dave Lingle at 304-376-7282 or 304-292-7272

AVAILABLE NOW

STEWART ST. AVAILABLE NOW: 3/4BR Apartment $1200-$1600/month. All utilities included. Parking, W/D. No Pets.

304-288-6374

Very Nice

WILL CONSIDER 9 MONTH LEASE. 2BR. 2BTH. $850 plus utilities. No Pets. Call Jeff Stewart at 304-685-9300 or 304-599-9300.

2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments

UNFURNISHED HOUSES

304-291-2103

3 BEDROOM HOUSE in excellent condition. 2 Full baths, extra bedroom, W/D, DW, parking. All utilities included $475 per person. 304-288-3308 giuliani-properties.com

JUST LISTED 2-3BR Forest Ave. Just off Spruce. Parking W/D Utilities Included $445/$495 per person. Available 304-288-1572 / 304-282-8131

3 BR PRICE ST. Parking, central air, washer/dryer. Available Aug 16. Call 304-594-1200 bckrentals.com

EMPLOYMENT

Vehicle Repairs Vehicles for Sales Wanted to Buy

Work Wanted Yard Sales

284 Prospect Street, Morgantown, WV 26506 UNFURNISHED HOUSES

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

3 BR NEAR SOUTH PARK. $1200/MO + utilities. Student housing. No Section 8 or pets. Off street parking. Lease and deposit required. WD/DW. 304-680-3800 or 304-366-9744

1998 14 X 80 COMMODORE LINCOLN MANNER MH. 3BR, 2BTH. Gas heat, central air. In good condition. $15,000. call: 304-282-9117

4 BR COMPLETELY RENOVATED: All appliances included, 3.5 bath, lots of parking, 5 min walk to campus. Please contact 304-685-9245

AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE

317 RICHWOOD AVE. Available immediately. 3BR house, W/D, no pets. $900/mth.

304-290-1332

CASH PAID!! WE BUY CARS and trucks.

Any make! Any model! Any condition!

282-2560

514 PENNSYLVANIA AVE. 2BR house, W/D, no pets. $700/mth available August 1st. 304-290-1332

HELP WANTED

3BR University Avenue Star City. Front and back yard. No pets/smoking. $300 per/person.

Utilities included.

304-692-1821.

AVAILABLE LARGE HOUSE Grant Ave. 3 BR, 1.5 BTH. W/D. Off-street parking. No pets. Lease&Deposit $1000+utilities.

304-983-2229 or 681-285-9137.

DOWNTOWN MORGANTOWN. Recently refinished. 3BR, 1BTH. $425 per room plus utilities. 743 Wells St. Call 304-290-9141.

VERY NICE, MODERN, SPACIOUS, EFFICIENT 2BR apt. Private, quiet, adult neighborhood near Law School and North Street. $500/month+utilities. ALSO: Same area, very nice small, 2BR Eff. House with full basement. $550+ utilities. No pets. No parties. 304-288-0919

ROOMMATES

BLACK BEAR BURRITOS NOW HIRING. Full-time and part-time cooks and wait staff at both Downtown and Suncrest locations.

Will train. Apply 132 or Pleasant Street 3119 University Ave. Resume preferred.

HELP WANTED NOW HIRING part-time computer software and web developers. Visit Nextgenfed.com for more information or send resume to hr@nextgenfed.com.

PT EVENING CLEANING. $8.50/hr 3-4hrs/night. Flexible start times. Call 304-232-0990.

Apply online: www.environmentcontrol.com THE VARSITY CLUB IS NOW ACCEPTING applications for experienced line cooks to fill day and evening shifts. Higher than average hourly pay. Apply at the Varsity Club, 910 Don Nehlen Drive (next to stadium)

WORK WANTED MARK JONES GROOMING hiring part time groomer and assistant. Experience preferred.

E-mail only to jonesdogs@gmail.com

BLUE PARROT CABARET looking for girls for club promotion at local events. Call 304-241-5622. Check website for details.

CAC NUDE FIGURE DRAWING models needed. $20/hour. Contact Katherine at 304-293-2552.

Let’s Go Mountaineers!

CLEANERS WANTED for the Morgantown area. Day & evening shifts. Full and part time, must past background check, drug screening. Apply in person at 956 Chestnut Ridge Road or on line at www.pattonbuildingservices.com. Patton Building Services is an EOE. MARIO’S FISHBOWL NOW HIRING servers: Apply in person at 704 Richwood Ave.

2 ROOMMATES NEEDED IN 4BR HOUSE. 2BTH Jones Ave. W/D, DW, off-street parking. Close to both campuses. 9mth lease. Lease/deposit.

304-292-5714

NO PETS

SPECIAL SERVICES

LOOKING FOR PART-TIME nanny for 16-month old twin boys. Pay is $10/hr. Not all shifts have to be covered by one person. Mon-Fri 6 am-8am. Mon, Wed, Thur 4 pm-6:15 pm. Responsibilities include: dressing, feeding, laundry, and taking/picking up from daycare. We are located in the Suncrest area. Daycare is WVU Hospital. Call Jennifer at 304-276-6540.

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS

www.morgantownapartments.com

PARKING SPACES AVAILABLE. Top of High Street. 1/year lease. $120/mo 304-685-9810.

CHILD CARE

304-293-4141

Includes: Furniture, utilities, W/D, work out room, elevator

JewelmanLLC NOW OFFERING PARKING on Richwood Ave. Call 304-288-1572 or 304-288-9662

“AFRAID YOU ARE PREGNANT?” Let’s make sure. Come to BIRTHRIGHT for free pregnancy test. Hours are Mon., Wed., Thurs., 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m., Tues. and Fri. 2:00p.m.-6:00p.m. 364 High Street / RM 216 Call 296-0277 or 1-800-550-4900 anytime.

Personals Pets Rides Wanted

Minutes From Hospitals & Downtown

North & South

ROOMMATES

NIGHTCLUB LOOKING FOR ALL POSITIONS: bouncer, bartender, promotions.

Must be 18 years of age. No experience necessary.

E-mail resume rtenza18@gmail.com NIGHTCLUB LOOKING FOR BOOKKEEPER: must be proficient in quickbooks, quicken and have data entry skills. E-mail resume to rtenza18@gmail.com

WANTED TO SUBLET 1BD/1BTH unfurnished. W/D, DW. Ground level. Electric fireplace and A/C. Skyline Apartments. $675/month + electric and water. Call 304-871-0759.

NIGHTCLUB LOOKING FOR SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: knowledge of social networks and google docs, no experience necessary.

E-mail resume to rtenza18@gmail.com

CLASSIFIED RATES

1 Issue ................................................................$5.28 2 Issues ..............................................................$9.68 3 Issues ........................................................... $13.20 4 Issues ........................................................... $17.60 Weekly Rate (5 days) .................................... $22.00 20 Word Limit

CLASSIFIED DISPLAY RATES (non-contract & Contract)

1 X 2...........................$22.68..........................$26.44 1 X 3...........................$34.02..........................$39.66 1 X 4...........................$45.36..........................$52.88 1 X 5...........................$56.70..........................$66.10 1 X 6...........................$68.04..........................$79.32 1 X 7...........................$79.38..........................$92.54 1 X 8...........................$90.72....................... $105.76 2 X 2...........................$45.36..........................$52.88 2 X 3...........................$68.04..........................$79.32 2 X 4...........................$90.72....................... $105.76 2 X 5.........................$113.40....................... $132.20 2 X 6.........................$136.08....................... $158.64

THE DAILY ATHENAEUM

10 | SPORTS

Tuesday August 27, 2013

Pat White exceeds expectations in NFL return

AP

Former WVU QB Pat White has exceeded expectations to this point in his return to the NFL. Proving himself a dual threat quarterback, White has run for two touchdowns in his three games with the Redskins.

by doug walp sports writer

If you had polled the entire state of West Virginia a couple months ago on which former West Virginia quarterback would impress the most in the 2013 preseason of the NFL, Geno Smith would have won in an overwhelming landslide.

But to nearly everyone’s surprise, Pat White has been turning heads lately while on his comeback trail back to the NFL. That’s right, three and a half years after taking one of the most vicious helmetto-helmet shots in the history of the league that left him horrifyingly motionless on the sideline of Sun Life Stadium, White is now on the precipice of securing a roster spot with the Washington Redskins.

“Pat White, bless his heart, has been out of the game so long, has struggled

so mightily in practice, but I’ve got to admire his mental toughness,” said former NFL offensive lineman Trevor Matich, who now serves as a Redskins analyst for Comcast SportsNet. “He has not let limited effectiveness in practice affect his confidence in the game, and he’s played so far above expectations, even of the organization.”

Obviously no one expects White to supplant the electric Robert Griffin III, who took the league by storm in his rookie season last year before suffering a crippling knee injury – even despite Griffin’s somewhat shaky status with Week 1 just 12 days away.

Kirk Cousins has cemented himself as the primary backup to Griffin, so White’s basically locked in a battle against Rex Grossman for the third string job.

It’s an intriguing quarterback battle because

Grossman and White couldn’t be more different in their respective approaches to playing the position.

Grossman certainly has depended more on his arm than his legs over the years and possesses a lot more experience than the fairly unseasoned White.

In fact, Grossman has started 47 career games in 54 total appearances, including a start in Super Bowl XLI opposite Peyton Manning.

White, on the other hand, has never started anNFL regular season game and has only five pass attempts to his name. White has also rushed 21 times for a total of 81 yards over 13 career appearances.

Each player got equal reps with both the first and second-team offenses in the Redskins 30-7 win over the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. Both players also scored – Grossman on

a seven-yard pass to Pierre Garcon in the first quarter and White on a 14-yard run before halftime.

“It was nice to see Pat come in and play exceptionally well,” said Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan. “I thought they both played very well. Anytime you rotate guys in there like we did, for them to play the level that they did, I was impressed with it.”

One factor that could work in White’s favor heading forward is his ability to use his legs. More and more NFL offenses are adopting some type of read-option action when they can, and the Redskins are certainly one of those organizations.

Basically, White could end up being a better fit in the Redskins offense because his play style is more similar to RGIII’s than Grossman’s. So, even though Grossman has more experience than

White, White may be able to better fill Griffin’s shoes in practice or replicate an agile quarterback, like Michael Vick, who the Redskins will face off against at least twice this season.

But White hasn’t been focused on resumes, career stats or these potential matchups throughout this preseason. Instead, the former Mountaineer star has just been savoring and appreciating every snap and every moment he’s been blessed to experience out there on the field.

“I’m just enjoying every day and every play,” White said. “Just making sure I take the coaching and enjoy myself on the field every day that I have an opportunity to. Every play that I get, I try to take advantage of. Everyday is a blessing to me, so I’m going to make the most of it.”

HOOKER

Continued from page 7 be Will Clark at defensive tackle, Shaq Rowell at nose tackle and Eric Kinsey at defensive end.

All-American freshman Isaiah Bruce will start at SPUR linebacker, with true freshman Marvin Gross as his backup. Jared Barber and Doug Rigg are both listed as the starting SAM linebacker, with Sean Walters as their backup. Lastly, Nick Kwiatkoski will start at WILL linebacker, with Tyler Anderson as his backup.

Karl Joseph will occupy the free safety position, with K.J. Dillion as the backup. Joseph led the team with 104 tackles last season as a freshman.

Senior Darwin Cook and sophomore Ricky Rumph will occupy the bandit safety position.

At cornerback, the Mountaineers have Travis Bell at boundary and Ishmael Banks at field.

At special teams, Sims and Smallwood will return kicks, with Carswell and Jordan Thompson returning punts.

Obviously, this is a much different West Virginia team than we’ve seen in past years. With the lack of experience on offense, Holgorsen and staff will have to build on a program for the next few seasons.

With the prolific offense of Geno Smith, Tavon Austin and Stedman Bailey gone, someone on offense will have to make an impact this season. Thompson, who has similar traits to Austin, caught three touchdowns in the spring game.

Granted this is the first depth chart, and it is subject to dramatic change, but with the 2013 season just a few days away, this is who Holgorsen and staff like going forward.

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