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Emily Wikle named 2014-15 Miss Ole Miss after run-off MAGGIE MCDANIEL

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The Associated Student Body announced Emily Wikle as 2014-2015 Miss Ole Miss Monday after last week’s runoff election.

“I am the luckiest person in the world,” Wikle said after the results were announced.

“I am so happy to be able to serve the university in this capacity and pick a philanthropy with Rob (Barber).”

Wikle said she was very thankful for the overwhelming support she received through the extended campaign process.

“I am so blessed and life truly is good here at the university,” she said. “I could not have done it without friends, family and all my sisters.”

Wikle won the title over opponent Ryan Henry who was disqualified after being found in violation of the ASB Code and Constitution.

After a violations hearing held Sunday, the ASB Elections Review Board voted 8-6 that campaign representatives of Henry were found in violation of an ASB code that states, “Any attempt by a candidate or campaign rep-

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SEE MISS OLE MISS PAGE 3 Emily Wikle reacts after being named Miss Ole Miss at the student union Monday.

Severe weather hits community

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Taylor Collins uses a cardboard box to shield her head from rain while walking across campus. A tornado warning was issued Monday afternoon, but no damage was reported throughout Lafayette County.

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Fifty shades of understanding LAINEY MAYS

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Scrolling through my Facebook feed this summer, I saw one of the many “50 Shades of Grey” blog posts that have filled my timeline for seemingly forever. After clicking a link about why women should hate the books, I became more intrigued to read it than ever before. It all started with the blogger stating they had never actually read the book.

Because I plan to pursue a career in publishing, I enjoy reading different books from all genres. Every summer, I start out with a mile-long toread list.

By telling me I should not want to read the books, the blog actually had the opposite effect. The old adage “don’t judge a book by its cover” instead became “don’t believe everything you hear”.

From birth, my parents instilled in me the value of finding the truth out for myself. I remember my father purchasTHE DAILY

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ing the first “Harry Potter” book in the series right after many parents of the world warned each other that it was not suitable for children because they would dream of becoming a wizard — if only, right? He told me we would find out if something were wrong with the story for ourselves. In middle school, I was the only one encouraged to read the bad words in context of in-class reading, instead of skipping them, because that is what the author intended to say in order to make a point.

Many books I have read from recommendations have turned out to be books I do not prefer. But that is OK! If we all had the same opinions, the world would be a very boring place. I decided to find out for myself why the “50 Shades” books were so harshly judged. The post overall had some very good points I agree with, but I do not think it is fair to criticize an author without taking time to reflect on the text itself. Google-ing a

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storyline will not get you anywhere in this situation.

I thought the story made allusions to works talked about in my gender studies class — some of which frankly had some scenes that could repulse E.L. James. I ultimately read the series and found out it actually has a storyline that takes over more than the risqué scenes in the following two books of the series. I thought James had a few interesting plot sequences, minus the all too promiscuous sections I could hardly get through. That being said, the book was not very well written and the plot seemed to drag on about events that were not realistically timed nor interesting. The language either did not flow or was unnecessary and awkwardly worded.

Some argue the books will tempt you to be more sexually active or less chaste, and by all means, if that is a problem you foresee for yourself, stay away. But, more realistically, you are not going to want to

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become a dominatrix unless you already had that lifestyle in mind beforehand. The whole argument is reminiscent of some parents saying that because you read “Harry Potter,” you will think that you can possibly become a wizard. Yer de-lu-sional, Herry. Take a look at what books like “The Lord of the Rings” and “Star Wars” that have started a fandom where people live out their lives as the characters. I am a devoted “Harry Potter” fan, but I leave that world when I close the book and return to my actual reality.

I encourage you to pick up a banned book list. You might find some on there that surprise you. Read them and find out what you think of them from a literary point of view.

It is OK not to like it, but give it a chance anyway.

Lainey Mays is a senior integrated marketing communications major from Oxford.

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Scholar-activist to discuss diversity at UM MAGGIE MCDANIEL

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The University of Mississippi’s Department of Public Policy Leadership and The William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation welcomes scholar-activist Deepa Iyer this week to speak at several scheduled presentations and events. Iyer will focus on how the country is becoming more diverse.

Iyer is recognized as an activist working with South Asian and Asian American communities to talk about the issues immigrants and people of color face in the United States. She currently teaches

at the University of Maryland through the Asian-American Studies program while working on a new book, which discusses the shifting American racial landscape. She recently left her position after ten years as executive director of a nonprofit organization called South Asian Americans Leading Together.

Jennifer Stollman, instructor and academic director of racial reconciliation at the William Winter Institute, thinks Iyer’s experience as an educator at the college level makes her uniquely qualified to reach the university’s students.

“She doesn’t just focus on South Asian racial dynamics,”

Stollman said. “She is looking on how race manifests itself differently across the nation.”

Iyer said she will be discussing different questions with students during her panels based on how we deal with race, how our country is becoming more diverse and what roles Asian-Americans play in the South. Iyer wants to show students there are more issues with race than just black and white.

“I think that it is not at all surprising that, given the history in the South and the demographics in the South historically, we use a black and white paradigm or black and white lens when we look at

race issues,” Iyer said.

Iyer believes communities are changing in the South with Asian-Americans being the fastest-growing race. She thinks it is important to have a more inclusive strategy when talking about race and immigration.

“Well, I think for all of us, it is very important that we start to become more comfortable talking about what equity means, what diversity means, what immigration means,” Iyer said.

The week of events will begin today with a Brown Bag discussion at noon at the Winter Institute. Events will continue through Thursday.

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The final number of votes and the voting percentages were not released. ASB Attorney General Kelly Savage said because of the disqualification, the numbers were considered irrelevant.

“The vote tallies have been deemed invalid, because one of the two remaining candidates was disqualified and no longer eligible,” Savage said.

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Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club seeks involvement MCKENNA WIERMAN

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The Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club is a student organization where any member of the Ole Miss community can come to learn about dance. The club hosts monthly dances, regular dance lessons led by certified instructors, and encourages participants to get up on their feet and meet new people.

“We really encourage new people to attend,” said Stephanie Wright, Ole Miss graduate student and member of the club. “It’s a really welcoming and positive environment. Everyone is so nice.”

Wright, who serves on the board of the Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club, is a example of what the club can do. Wright, who began dancing in March of 2013 said that the club atmosphere was so accommodating and fun that she couldn’t wait to go back.

“It can be intimidating for beginners but everyone is so accommodating towards new comers,” Wright said.

Wright is also a proud member of member of several other on campus dance organizations such as Ole Miss Salsa La Rebelion, Oxford Westie Legends, Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club and the Tupelo Ballroom Dance Club. According to Wright, the Ole Miss dance community as a whole is growing, and there tends to be a little overlap.

Many members of one dance club or another belong to several other organizations, and all welcome interested newcomers.

Besides being closely affiliated with other dance clubs on campus, the Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club works closely with The Dance Studio in Tupelo, who provide instructors for

dance lessons.

From beginners to experts, the club welcomes all levels of dancers, and offers lessons every Sunday evening in a variety of styles. Group and private lessons are available, and will usually indicate on the schedule the level being offered at that time.

Senior Biology major Lauryn Sperling is a certified instructor who teaches lessons in Oxford.

“I work for The Dance Studio in Tupelo, but I teach dance in Oxford,” Sperling said.

Sperling, who became involved with the club her freshman year, admitted she was hooked after attending just one meeting. Like Wright, Sperling is also involved in multiple

dance organizations on campus and encouraged the curious to come to a meeting and learn a move or two.

The Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club focus mainly on the social aspect of dance, Sperling said. The club provides a fun environment to meet new people, and try something new. And with no partner required, there is no reason to feel shy attending a lesson.

“We try and make it a really social thing, we’ll go out to eat as a group after, or hang out. Just do things that make it feel tight knit,” Sperling said. “We like to have fun.”

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continued from page 4 The club recently hosted their October Dance Party, where attendees were encouraged to wear Halloween costumes, and were treated to a dance lesson before dancing the night away.

“It’s honestly one of my favorite dances of the year, just because it’s in October and you get to wear costumes,” Sperling said.

The Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club is eager to see new faces at their monthly dance parties, according to Sperling who said the club is really trying to get their name out in Oxford. The best way to support the ever blossoming dance community around the University of Mississippi is simply by branching out and attending events and dances hosted by clubs around Oxford.

“We seem to have been getting a lot more students,” Sperling said. “We are slowly growing.”

President of the club, Peter Sukanek, encouraged everyone to come out and give the club a try.

“Everybody who comes always has a good time,” Sukanek said. “There is something for everyone.”

At the Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club, all who foster even the slightest interest in social dancing are welcome to come and join practiced dancers and beginners alike. Those with happy feet should look into joining the Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club. Students, faculty and all members of the community are welcome, according to the Dance Club website.

For more information about admission, upcoming events, or questions, go online to the Ole Miss Ballroom Dance Club site, or visit the club’s Facebook page.

Nationally renowned artist William Dunlap brings exhibition to university gallery ZOE MCDONALD

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Gallery 130 in The University of Mississippi’s Art Department is hosting a nationally acclaimed artist for an exhibition and lecture. “Look at it/Think About it,” an exhibition of William Dunlap’s pieces opened Monday in Gallery 130.

William Dunlap is an artist, educator and traveler of the Southern states and beyond. His works are displayed around the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Corcoran Gallery of Art. The University of Mississippi is Dunlap’s alma mater, and Dunlap said he was inspired by the South and Oxford during his time here.

The exhibition will include paintings, sculptures, mixed media and drawings by Dunlap, dis- Meek Hall is seen Monday. playing some of his earliest works at Ole Miss. Dunlap’s latest work, said. “I love how often he uses the a Grand Loyalty, also resides in subject of nature since that is my the gallery. favorite subject to base my artDunlap captures wide, scenic work off of.” expanses as well as intimate asDunlap has spent time travelpects of nature in his paintings. ing around the South and has stuDunlap’s pieces evoke culture, dios throughout. He has recently history and a sense of peace. He been doing work at a studio in encapsulates beauty, tradition Webster County, Mississippi. and drama. Dunlap describes Dunlap completed his underhimself as a narrative artist. Dun- graduate degree in education lap said that looking at art should at Mississippi College in Jackbe thoughtful. son. He later graduated with an “It’s sort of like reading poet- M.F.A. from The University of ry,” he said.

Mississippi. Dunlap said he was a Haley Toups, a sophomore art mature artist when he graduated minor, saw great benefit in these from Ole Miss. He has taught at opportunities. both Appalachian State Universi“It gives me ideas for different ty and Memphis State University. ways of approaching my own artDunlap recalls his years at Ole work, and through the lecture, Miss in the art department fondI can learn about the narrative ly. behind all the hard work,” Toups “The art department then was

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totally conducive to creative activity,” Dunlap said.

Dunlap considers the state of Mississippi very close to his heart.

“I always come back to Mississippi,” Dunlap said. “I like to say there’s a little Mississippi in everything I do.”

Dunlap has travelled and lived around the world and even toured the United States as part of the first integrated rock-n-roll band formed in the state.

Though a life similar to his can seem unattainable, Dunlap feels strongly that young artists should believe they have a chance.

There will be a lecture by Wil-

liam Dunlap from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Thursday in Gallery 130, followed by a reception afterwards from 3:30-5 p.m.

“I want my experience to be replicated to the students, but I want it to be better,” Dunlap said.

“I think the arts are finely woven into the fabric of American society. They aren’t going away. They are only going to go up.”

The Art Department displays artists’ works throughout the year and try to host a well-known national or international artist at least once a year.

The exhibition and events are open to the public.

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One of the most widely discussed topics in Ole Miss football is the perception of Bo Wallace. Wallace might just be the most criticized quarterback in the history of Ole Miss football, despite the large amount of success he has had this past year.

Wallace has been widely criticized throughout his career for his inconsistent play through his first two years and the early part of this year. He has been knocked for his decision making, presence in the pocket and ball security.

The lowest point in his career came after his performance in the 2013 Egg Bowl, where Wallace struggled mightily in the game, going 26-40 for 182 yards and forcing three crucial interceptions. The disastrous night was capped off with a fumble in the end zone in overtime ending

He threw for 281 yards, three touchdowns and no turnovers in a monumental 23-17 victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, Bo Wallace has arrived.

The Bo Wallace that was on display in College Station Saturday night is a quarterback who has complete and total command of his offensive scheme and looks as comfortable as ever out on the field. Critics wondered if he could show up in big games.

Not only is Wallace showing up, he is showing out. Wallace is making defenses look foolish with his feet as well. He can keep plays alive with his mobility as well as utilizing the read option. The Bo Wallace I have seen at quarterback the last two weeks appears to be here to stay.

Wallace has appeared to hit his stride in this offense. People said at the beginning of the year that this team will go as far as Bo Wallace lets them. The way Wallace is playing right now, the sky is the limit for this footFILE PHOTO: THOMAS GRANING ball team.

Bo Wallace releases a pass during the second half of the game against Texas A&M in Bo Wallace is 21-11 as the College Station, Texas, Saturday. starting quarterback of the Ole Miss Rebels.

He is currently second all-time in total offense as well as rushing yards in school history. He is also a Conerly Award winner.

The last quarterback to put up a similar resume was a man named Eli Manning.

As far as his legacy goes, Wallace is continuing to set his legacy each week this season. Regardless of the way things turn out this year, Bo Wallace will go down as one of the greatest quarterFILE PHOTO: THOMAS GRANING backs in the history of Texas A&M defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) tackles Bo Wallace during the first half of SaturOle Miss football. day’s game.

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the game and securing a victory for the Bulldogs.

The game seemed to put a largely negative tone on Wallace’s entire season and his career, for that matter. People seemed to forget he threw for almost 3,500 yards and completed just under 65 percent of his passes that year.

The talk the entire off season leading into this year was the consistency of Wallace and if he could get the job done.

A popular question before each game this year was which Bo Wallace will show up — “Good Bo or Bad Bo?” Will fans see the five-touchdown Bo Wallace of the 2012 Egg Bowl or the inconsistent four-turnover Bo Wallace of the 2013 Egg Bowl?

As the Alabama game approached, many critics said the Rebels could not win due to the inconsistency of Wallace.

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Cody Prewitt leading landshark defense to greatness

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One thing the Rebel defense has been known for this season is having the prowess and instincts of a “landshark.”

The swarming to the ball when a defender sees it in sight and the fierce hitting that gives a team confidence is how the Rebel defense makes its name known.

Senior safety Cody Prewitt is the embodiment of the Rebel defense and the motor that makes the unit go.

Prewitt has made a name for himself ever since he started for the Rebels, but a strong statement was made Saturday against Texas A&M. Prewitt recorded seven tackles and intercepted sophomore Aggie quarterback Kenny Hill near the beginning of the second quarter and took it 75 yards for the defensive touchdown. It was the 11th interception for Prewitt in his career and his first for a touchdown.

The “landshark” mentality is something the defense has been building on for years. Prewitt is the prime example of what the “landshark” is about and feels pride in it.

“It’s the spirit of our defense.

We really try to live up to the landshark defense persona and running to the ball and being fast,” Prewitt said. “That’s just us trying to be us. One thing coaches don’t have to worry about is our effort. We’re always going to go out there and play passionate football.”

Before the game against Texas A&M, the most points the defense gave up in a game this season was 17 points in the win over Alabama. The Rebels surrendered 20 points to the Aggie offense, which averages almost 44 points per game— pretty good for sixth in the country.

Many considered the performance against Texas A&M another terrific outing for the defense.

Not Prewitt.

“That was aggravating for us.

Cody Prewitt returns an interception for a touchdown during the first half of the game against Texas A&M in College Station, Texas, Saturday.

We really want to be the number one defense in the nation,” Prewitt said. “Letting them get 20 points on us, it’s not that they didn’t earn it. They earned it, and they’re a really good team.

That’s one thing we take upon ourselves. We have a couple more games to prove ourselves and to show people we are the defense we think we are.”

Creating turnovers and converting them into points is something the defense also takes pride in. The “landshark” defense has four defensive touchdowns, tied for third in the country, and 12 interceptions, tied for second in the country.

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of trying to force turnovers is something Prewitt wanted to do when he came to Ole Miss.

“At the beginning of the season, that was absolutely our goal,” Prewitt said. “We made it a point every game that our biggest concern was to create turnovers. That’s just us executing the coaches’ game plan. Our coaches do a great job of putting us in the right place and allowing us to be in a place to be given opportunities and us taking advantage of them.”

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year and started every game his sophomore year in 2012. 2013 was Prewitt’s breakout season, where he recorded 71 tackles and six interceptions.

This season could be the best for Prewitt as he leads an undefeated Rebel team into homecoming week against Tennessee. Prewitt reflected on the changes he’s seen since 2011.

“It’s really crazy to see how far

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we’ve come. When we all came in, we talked about wanting to be a great program and seeing the success that we are having and for people to be taking notice of us being a dominant defense is really special, and it means a lot to me,” Prewitt said.

“For me, that is something special that we can’t let go of. We have to be prideful of that and keep this going.”

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Freeze, Wallace address media about homecoming game CODY THOMASON

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The Rebels’ recent victory over Texas A&M was huge for the Ole Miss football program.

The Rebels are now bowl eligible for the third straight year and have had their first 6-0 start since 1962. Head coach Hugh Freeze spoke to the media about the win and looked ahead to the team’s next opponent as well.

“It was a great atmosphere to play in at Kyle Field. I’m really, really pleased with the way our kids prepared and the way they handled the environment and obviously, the start we got,” Freeze said. “We were very, very solid defensively for the better part of three-and-ahalf quarters. We asked them to take too many snaps there in the second half. We didn’t play quite with the same passion at the end of the game.

“To go in there and set the tone early, play a sound game and win the turnover battle and protect the football was vital for us,” Freeze said. “We played well enough offensively to manage the game and let our defense win it.”

Despite coming off back-

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to-back wins over the third and 14th-ranked teams in the nation, Freeze still sees the 3-3 Tennessee Volunteers as a challenge.

“To play back at home against Tennessee is exciting for us. We love playing in front of our home crowd. That team is eerily similar to our journey. They are a very, very talented team,” Freeze said. “They are hungry. It’s one of those scary games that you know they have good enough athletes to beat you.”

Freeze continued.

“The job that Coach (Butch) Jones and his staff have done is really admirable. They are quite talented.

They’ve played some really quality teams very, very close,” Freeze said. “I know it’s going to be a tough challenge on SaturFILE PHOTO: THOMAS GRANING day. I’m glad we’re at Head coach Hugh Freeze waits to congratulate players after an interception during the first half home and get to play of the game against Texas A&M in College Station, Texas, Saturday. in front of our fans.” game also presents an inter- loving the Vols. I had on my The Tennessee esting matchup for senior orange every Saturday. It’s please drink responsibly quarterback Bo Wallace, who going to be fun getting to play grew up in Pulaski, Tennes- them,” Wallace said. “Where see. we’re at right now, it’s just the “It’s no secret that I grew up next team that we play. We

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have to go out and perform to end the season the way that we want to.”

Freeze also addressed a picture that’s been going around the Internet that features sophomore defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche using a bong and talked about the team’s drug testing policies.

“I’m very aware of the picture. I’m also aware of when it was taken and where it was taken. We test our entire team on our drug testing policing at the beginning of the season. Then we have our other follow-up tests throughout the course of the year,” Freeze said. “I’m super confident that we handle each one the same. We enforce our policy very consistently. There’s not one time that I do not always bring in our athletic director and talk about and make sure we’re being very consistent in that.

“Our kids make social decisions all the time, just like my kids do, and I’ve made mistakes. We are going to help them navigate life, but we’re going to hold them accountable for actions that are not what we want representing our university or program or themselves,” Freeze said. “I’m very confident that we deal with all of them in the same manner. We will continue to do that.”

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