DMIX December 2010 Issue by 46EAST Media

{ Plus: the hottest ways to spice up your sex life

Duke

Beauty & Brains

The 10 students who have it all.

FROM COVER ARTIST TO BREAKOUT STAR,

EDIE

WELLMAN SINGS ABOUT HER NEW STYLE AND SOUND.

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KINGS (AND QUEEN) OF COURT: Mock Trial raises

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the bar.

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BOUNDLESS: Biker dudes Justin

Zhao and David Watson push themselves to the limit.

HEART AND SOUL: Monica Hogan makes all the right steps.

Savor

SIMPLE AND SAVORY: Wade Withington keeps things sharp in the kitchen.

VIVA LA REVOLUTION: Chef Jim Anile fights for justice, liberty, and deliciousness.

THE FORBES LIST: The must-

haves for every winter bar.

Sex

SOLVING THE FEMALE RIDDLE: All men, listen up: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

time to make it worth her while.

SPANISH FLY IN THE OINTMENT: Aphrodisiacs that

will blow your cash, but not your mind.

Leaps and Bounds

Simone Lewis and Lewis McLeod reach new heights. |p. 34

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THE SEXUAL SELECTION:

The DMIX sex guru gives you the hottest tips.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS Allure

LICKABLE LIPS: Secrets to

CLIMATE CONTROL: Don’t let

perfectly kissable lips.

the cold weather ruin your looks.

Man Made

COOL RUNNINGS: Gear up

NO HOLDS BARRED: The

with this winter’s must-haves.

fashion accessory that will rock your world.

Culture Shock

COME ALIVE: Young

WOULD YOU KINDLY SHUT UP?: In a world trying to convert us

Frankenstein ravages the DPAC stage.

all, Kelsey Woodford takes a stand.

IN K WE TRUST: Duke’s real

STEAMY GRIMY COEDS: The

religion is revealed.

truth about unisex bathrooms.

Jet Set

WINTER MIGRATION: Find paradise this winter break.

Be Cool, Not Cold

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On the Record

Edie Wellman plucks our heartstrings. |p. 38

ON THE COVER { Plus: the hottest ways to spice up your sex life

Duke

Beauty & Brains

The 10 students who have it all.

FROM COVER ARTIST TO BREAKOUT STAR,

EDIE

WELLMAN SINGS ABOUT HER NEW STYLE AND SOUND.

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EDIE WELLMAN PHOTOGRAPHED BY MAXIMILIAN FRIEDAUER.

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DUKE BEAUTY & BRAINS: See the 10 students with the total package

COVER GIRL: Red-hot Edie Wellman knows how to flaunt it. BY ZAK STEMER

BROKEN: The future doesn’t bode well for college grads. BY ZAK STEMER

THE STAFF

It’s finally a good thing to be D Listed. Check out who’s on the list. No one knows how you get on, but everyone wants to make it.

Nolan Smith Max Tabachnik

EDITOR ZAK STEMER

Will Snyderwine Tucker Howard

DEPUTY EDITOR NATHALIE HERROND

Edie Wellman

PUBLISHER OLGA MIR

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WADE WITHINGTON

EXECUTIVE PHOTOGRAPHER MAXIMILAIN FRIEDAUER

Heather Kristine White Nathaniel Hill Henrique Cunha Cal Sowa Kirsten Johansson

EDITORIAL WRITER KATIE FORBES

WRITER KENNY GOULD

WRITER ANDREA KORAB

WRITER MARGAUX MCAULAY

WRITER MARC OSIAN

WRITER GAURAV SEN

WRITER KELSEY WOODFORD

President Broadhead Amy Li Professor Churchill

PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOGRAPHER VICTORIA SCOTT

PHOTOGRAPHER CAMERON SETZER

ART + PRODUCTION

Kelby Brown

DESIGNER ISALYN CONNELL

Allison Laubach

SPECIAL THANKS

Amanda Lilley Kyle Singler Patrick Baker

BRIAN ATWOOD

KATERINA BIZIOS

BRIAN CREWS

BRIAN HEATH

HANNAH HONEY

CAMERON LAIDLAW

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ALEXANDER STEMER

ANDY STEMER

DUSTY STEMER

JORDAN STEMER

VERT & VOGUE

Hannah Honey Mike Lefevre Serena Qiu

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Calendar

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE

DECEMBER

MULAN SING-ALONG

Get a menorah, candles, and a traditional holiday meal from the Freeman Center to celebrate Hannukah . THROUGH DECEMBER 9.

NOVEMBER DANCES

NOVEMBER

The November Dances come to the Reynolds Theater showcasing the work of the Dance Program faculty, students, and guest artists Sujata Mohapatra and Amanda Miller. It’s a must-see dance exhibition for any art lover. THURSDAY 8:00 P.M. AND SUNDAY 3:00 P.M. TICKETS $5 AT BRYAN CENTER BOX OFFICE.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

The rivalry hits Wallace-Wade Stadium as Duke and UNC face-off on the football field. If you’re in the area, make sure to tell the Tarheels to go to hell. GODUKE.COM. THANKSGIVING

THE J-SPOT: A SEX EDUCATIOR TELLS ALL

Walk on the Wild Side with curator Stefan Bloodworth through the Duke Gardens to learn about native plants, animals and ecosystems. RESERVATION REQUIRED; (919) 668-5309.

After a hard week and an eventful evening, take a break and sing-a-long at the Bryan Center for a showing of the Disney hit, Mulan. 11:55 P.M. FREE ADMISSION.

Class up your day and stop by the Nasher holiday open house. NASHER MUSEUM OF ART, 2001 CAMPUS DRIVE.

Benefitting the Food Bank of North Carolina and the Durham Community Kitchen, the Duke Chorale will host its yearly Christmas concert, filling the chapel withYuletide spirit. 6:30 P.M. ADMISSION IS A NONPERISHABLE FOOD ITEM.

Jay Friedman, certified American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists professional, spills the dirty details at The J-Spot: A Sex Educator Tells All in Love Auditorium in the LSRC. 3:00 P.M. RSVP AT TINYURL.COM/GPWN2010DEC10.

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Last call! See Deena Stryker’s photographs of Cuba, 19631964 in the Special Collections of Perkins before it closes at 12:00 P.M.

Editor’s Letter

Riding the Wave

Creativity is a mighty force; it’s something so powerful that it’s often kept captive under lock and key in our minds. Inspiration provides the key to releasing creativity, and damn it if I don’t misplace that key almost every day. I’ve spent hours staring at a blank page, tapping my fingers, racking my brain for any useful nugget of something new, different, and intriguing. Then suddenly, like a confused dolt, I realized the key was in my back pocket all along. This stunning epiphany struck while I was interning at Michigan Avenue magazine, a lifestyle/society magazine in Chicago. I looked around the office at the beautiful issues on the table, at the articles I was writing, and thought, “I wish Duke had something this.” It was almost a tangible, physical sensation: the tumblers opened, the lock clicked, the door burst, and ideas surged out in waves that haven’t been seen since Noah set sail. Article ideas, headlines, photo concepts, they all raced out faster than I could keep pace, and in a flash flood DMIX was born. A magazine for Duke about everything that students care about, a one-stop shop packaged into a professional quality publication and put on the stands for everyone to see. The idea was gigantic, the obstacles almost insurmountable, the path hazy, and the only thing that was clear was that I needed help. With incredible support from Susanna Negovan and the rest of my Michigan Avenue mentors, the trail became more concrete: assemble a killer staff of talented, dedicated writers, photographers, designers, and marketers, then create a magazine that will make students stop, stare, and read. Well, step one went fairly well, and if you’re currently reading this letter, step two seems to be a success. Facing the enormous odds stacked against us, I realized that I was feeling an emotion similar to what rising entertainers must feel: Knowledge of the likelihood of failure, but an undying drive to keep going and succeed. The thought immediately led me to Edie Wellman, one of Duke’s most talented artists. She embodies the qualities we wanted for DMIX: brains, beauty, drive, and a unique, fun identity. The timing of her new mixtape and the follow-up EP was simply too perfect to ignore, and we decided that she was the perfect cover for our debut. The road to launch has been bumpy, detoured, delayed, hazardous, and not without moments when we’d throw up our hands and say, “We give up.” But looking at Duke, at the incredible student body, at the colorful town we’re in, we found the courage to pick ourselves up, dust off our shoulders, pause, get a stiff drink, and keep pushing. If we can do it, you can too. Look at what’s around you, check your back pocket, you might find the key to something incredible. Ride the waves of creativity and imagination as far as you can and then turn around, breathe deeply, and look at what you’ve made.

Top: Alex and Dusty Stemer Middle: Hannah Honey, Wade Withington, and Katie Forbes Bottom: Brian Atwood, Zak and Jordan Stemer

Join Me On: facebook.com/zak.stemer

Surf’s up,

Zak Stemer DMIX | 11

Publisher’s Letter

What Have We Created?

Putting out a new magazine is not an easy job. To excessively over-simplify it: We start with an idea, we find writers, we take photos, we put it together, and then—look!— it’s alive! Slightly less dangerous and tremendously more entertaining, DMIX is our own beloved Frankenstein. We’ve taken bits and pieces from here and there and created something altogether new and different. Sex, culture, politics, food, music—whatever your heart desires—all hold a spot in our issues. With a slogan of “work hard, play hard(er?)” there’s no way to go wrong. Overlooking a couple infamies (a certain PowerPoint anyone?) our student body as a whole has retained a reputation for academic excellence while maintaining a social life a Harvard student could only dream of. Seniors likely, or hopefully, have their jobs lined up already, and freshman are realizing four years is nowhere close to enough time here. At the same time, coming off both a lacrosse and basketball NCAA championship, the Drive for Five is already in full force.

Top: Denise Laffitte, Matt Fisher, and Kelsey Wang Bottom: Amy Zhang, Michelle Picon Ruiz, Olga Mir, and Rebecca Ortega

In dreaming up DMIX, we thought about what we actually have an interest in. It’s easy to see what the answer was: a lot. But is it quality over quantity or quantity over quality? With dedication from our staff we’ve fused the two together to present to you a pretty package whose beauty isn’t just surface deep. No other magazine celebrates Duke and our lifestyle like DMIX, all while integrating the city of Durham, because—let’s face it—we can’t hide in our Duke bubble forever. Sincerely,

Olga Mir 12|DMIX

Campus Exp sure THIS MONTH: DG ANCHOR BOWL // ZTA SMASH BASH // KESEMANIA Alpha Phi Red Dress Gala The Washington Duke October 23, 2010

Amita Raheja, Michelle Picon RuĂz, Maura Mulroy, and Lauren DeRuyter

Mathilde Vinet, Kelen Lain, and Julia Hoos

Chaired by Lauren Hughes Benefitting Durham Crisis Response Center and Alpha Phi Foundation for Cardiac Care

Denise Laffitte, Jennifer Tingley, and Allison Kratka

Omega Phi Beta Women in the Congo Charity Banquet Searle Center October 30, 2010 Co-chaired by Nathalie Herrond and Maria Suarez Benefitting Women in the Congo and Raise Awareness of Violence Against Women

Nidia Menjivar, Carissa Davis, Marisol Rangel, and Kerena Rosario

Maria Suarez and Nathalie Herrond

Masked Beauty A mysterious undergrad enjoys the masquerade ball

Dawil Sully and Sergio Simental DMIX | 13

Campus Exposure

ZTA Smash Bash Main Quad October 16-22, 2010 Chaired by Shilpa Sachdeva Benefitting Tackling Breast Cancer, One Hit at a Time

Ellen Mishler, Shilpa Sachdeva, and Emma Rich

Melanie Weingart and Kate Toth

ZTA Sophomore Pledge Class

Kasia Truskowska, Ellen Mishler, and Sarah Lancaster

DG Anchor Bowl Main Quad October 23, 2010 Chaired by Shyla Saini and Nafessa Islam Benefitting Service for Sight

Jane Hamm, Mary Kate Cash, Stephanie Xu, Sarah Weiner, and Josie Newman

Justine Hong, Kelly Murphy, Jane Hamm, Sarah Weiner, and Josie Newman

Rohan Kshirsagar, Hersh Lakdawala, Gaurav Sen, Kevin He, Joseph Lee, and Steven Slywka

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Football for a Cause Students run touchdowns at DG Anchor Bowl

Campus Exposure

Kesemania Main Quad October 29, 2010 Hosted by Camp Kesem of North Carolina Benefitting Camp Kesem

Kesem Fun The Main quad transformed into a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dreamland for students.

Kristen Antonelli

Heavy Hitters Two students face-off sumo style

Joe College Day Main Quad October 2,2010 Chaired by Nathan Nye

Ward, Edie, and Laura Wellman

College Spirit Students cheer for JCD performers

Edwin Allen Coleman

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THIS MONTH: ORDER IN THE COURT // BIKER DUDES // JUST DANCE

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Kings (and Queen) of the Court Duke’s Mock Trial teams lay down the law. BY ZAK STEMER Court is now in session. Each year, of the country’s 600 collegiate mock trial teams, only the top 48 advance to the national level, and last year Duke had not one, but two teams qualify and take home 11th and 12th place in the ultra-competitive tournament. This year, the Duke teams are smarter, stronger, and more determined than ever to take home first place and be crowned the undisputed kings of the courtroom. Led by Franklin Sacha, the three Duke teams are already dominating the Eastern seaboard at invitational tournaments. Placing 2nd, 4th, and 5th at the Elon 18|DMIX

University tournament in October, they are sending a clear message that they’re ready to play hard ball, and are just gearing up for regionals and super-regionals in February. This year’s case places teams on either side of a product-liability case in which a toy company is being sued for producing a (possibly) defective toy, which a toddler swallowed and then died. Placing personal opinions on hold, the teams must sometimes act as defense, and other times as prosecution, arguing every angle, fighting for every objection, and creating courtroom drama so intense, it makes Law & Order look...well, a bit overplayed.

Divya Taneja, Franklin Sacha, and Michael D’Ippolito photograped by Maximilian Friedauer

Order in the Court

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Biker Dudes

Boundless

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A 3,000 mile bike ride that can change the world BY KENNY GOULD At first glance, Justin Zhao is like any other Duke student: He’s smart, funny, and Asian. It doesn’t take long to realize, however, that he’s different. After all, how many students start a grassroots fundraising campaign for child soldiers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DCR) by riding a bike 3,600 miles across the country? With his roommate David Watson, Justin formed Boundless, a Duke club that “enables students who are seeking to make positive changes in the world to have meaningful personal experiences through humanitarian-driven, intense physical challenges.” The physical challenge they chose was a 3,000-mile bike ride from Wilmington, NC, to Los Angeles, California. Within a few days of planning their trip, the roommate duo had three more bikers signed up: David’s brother, Will Watson, along with David’s two friends, Connor Myers and Andrew Childress. The Fantastic Five faced 120° weather, popped tires, cracked helmets, and LA traffic. “There were those days we would be riding uphill, in the rain, with cars passing about a foot from us,” Justin laughed. “All you’d want was a hot shower and a cheeseburger, and all you’d get was rain and power bars.” However, the cause was worth it. Watson suggested that the group raise money for “Falling Whistles,” an organization he works with that is trying to bring peace to the DCR. “Not many people know what’s going on there,” Justin said. “During the past ten years, roughly 6 million people have died, and nearly 1,500 people lose their lives daily.” Currently, the war in the DCR is the largest and deadliest in the world. To learn more about the war and how you can help, visit www.fallingwhistles.com. DMIX | 19

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Just Dance

Heart and Soul Monica Hogan leaves it all on the dancefloor in her new production, Heatwork II. BY ZSOFIA SOLTA Monica Hogan lives life to her own beat. The recipient of the Duke Dance Project Award for the second year in a row, she’s preparing to showcase her original choreography in the production: Heartwork II. Last year, Hogan presented seven new choreographic works and a dance film produced in collaboration with Clint Edmondson from Elon University. The production, a massive choregraphic undertaking, involved roughly thirty Duke students. The time has come to raise the bar and prove herself yet again. This year, Hogan will debut a piece with live accompaniment, another incorporating creative writing, a campus-wide photography project, and a four-movement dance. But how does she create the steps, choose the music, find the dancers, fit the costumes, and direct an entire production by herself? She prioritizes. “I usually start with things that will take the most time. In some pieces, I almost have to let the idea marinate a little longer and have more time with the dancers to allow the flexibility to tweak things. In other pieces, I have a clear vision and I know I’ll be able to communicate to the dancers. ” Hogan has always felt a certain need to dance. She began choreographing in high school, but it wasn’t until Duke that she began to explore choreography as a form of personal expression. “I started to take composition courses and it made me think a lot about why we are doing a certain movement and whether it represents something or evokes a feeling.” Like last year’s Heartwork I, Heartwork II is meant to give people an opportunity to feel something different 20|DMIX

Photograph by Maximilian Friedauer when watching dance. Hogan’s focus is on combining dance with different mediums and exposing her audience to multiple art forms all in one sitting. “I always thought of artwork as a window into your soul, whether through writing, dance, singing, or poetry and for me that

canvas of artistry has been dance. But I was interested in kind of extrapolating beyond just movement, incorporating other art forms and collaborating with other artists to push my boundaries. ” Catch the show Saturday, February 26 at the Ark Studio.

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THIS MONTH: THE NEW COLLEGE DIET // FOOD REVOLUTION // THE BAR ESSENTIALS

Savor

Brace yourself for a food revolution as the traditional college diet drops the junk and gains flavor. The days of pizza and soda while cramming for a test are gone and we have entered the age of healthy eating. DMIX grillls Wade Withington for his tips on how to create delicious, healthy, (and above all) easy meals in our kitchens. Spice up your life and leave the freshman 15 behind by following his simple steps. PhotograPh by Victoria Scott DMIX | 21

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College Cooking

Simple and Savory

A balanced meal has never tasted so good (or been so easy) BY WADE WITHINGTON Whether you’re trying to impress a date, having a few friends over before going out, or just sick of eating at the Great Hall, cooking good food on a college budget can be simple and affordable. You can buy a steak through Merchants on Points, you can go out, or you can wow your friends with steak, vodka ravioli, and a goat cheese salad. Ingredients 1. Ribeye steaks (2) 2. White mushrooms (6-8) 3. Garlic (1 clove) 4. Ravioli (multicolored) 5. Vodka pasta sauce 6. Seasoning salt 7. Lemon pepper 8. Spinach 9. Goat cheese (creamy) 10. Dried cranberries 11. Walnuts 12. Raspberry vinagrette dressing

Sautéed Mushrooms

Steaks Wash the steaks in cold water to remove any flakes of meat left when it was cut. Pat them dry with a paper towel and sprinkle seasoning salt and lemon pepper, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon on each side. Press the seasonings into the meat with your hand to get better flavor penetration during cooking. Put steaks on a foil lined baking sheet, or if you lack a baking sheet just make one out of foil. Turn the oven on broil. Once heated, put the steak in the oven and set a timer for about 3 minutes if you want them rare, 4 if medium, 5 if you like to cook them through. Once the steak timer goes off, flip them over and put back in for the same time. Once the timer goes off again pull steaks out and cover with foil, allow them to set 3-5 minutes to finish cooking.

Wash mushrooms to remove any dirt that might be attached, and trim the stem so it’s flush with the cap. Slice into 1 inch thick sections. Dice garlic clove or mash with a garlic press. Melt a tablespoon of butter in the frying pan and lightly brown the garlic in it. Add the mushrooms, but try to keep them in one layer. This will prevent them from steaming each other and they will stay more flavorful and plump. Sauté until golden brown on each side. Serve right onto steaks.

Ravioli in Vodka Sauce Boil water in a medium pot, it’s a good idea to start heating the water early and prepare other items while it’s warming up. Once at a rolling boil, add pasta and note the amount of time needed to cook through. Heat the vodka sauce in the microwave. Once the pasta is done (it should be tender and not crunch or feel tough), strain it out and then toss it back into the pot. A bit of olive oil will keep the pasta from sticking to itself. Add the vodka sauce, usually about half the container and then toss until it is evenly distributed.

Goat Cheese Salad Rinse and pat dry the spinach. If the stem ends of the leaves seem long, feel free to trim them. Put a double handful of spinach in each salad bowl. Chop walnuts into quarter inch pieces and cut 2 half inch slices of goat cheese. Put cheese on top of the spinach; add a spoonful of walnuts and a second of cranberries. Vinaigrette can be added or salad can be served dry. 22|DMIX

Serving Try to work the timing so that meat and pasta are done at the same time. The salad can either be served as a first course while you cook or with the meal. A bit of grated parmesan on the pasta is nice, but optional. Try pairing the salad with a dry Chardonnay and then serve the steak with a rich Merlot. Serves 2 to 4 people.

Savor

Revolutionary

Viva La Revolution Chef Jim Anile breaks free from the bland and infuses Durham with his own flavor BY MARGAUX MCAULAY Cold-water oysters, lobster risotto, and squash tamales pop out of the kitchen on 107 West Main Street. Revolution restaurant, located in downtown Durham, is home to something even more spectacular than its gastronomic delicacies: Chef-owner Jim Anile. Chef Anile is no novice to the culinary scene. Internationally, he has worked throughout Asia, acquiring new cooking techniques to enhance the flavor of his already stunning dishes. Within the United States, this entrepreneur has dominated cities like Dallas and Santa Barbara; and now Durham. Anile decided to open Revolution to showcase his global menu, and, needless to say, he’s revolutionizing the Dirty D. Craving the ability to cook like this culinary master? Even better, you can cook with him. Chop Shop is the name of Anile’s cooking class taught at his restaurant. Master cuisines ranging from traditional French to exotic Thai. Class dates can be found on Revolution’s website accompanied by the ethnic theme for that day. What could be better than cooking alongside a star chef? The meal that follows. If you sign up for Chop Shop, I can guarantee that the multi-course feast accompanied by a paired wine will leave your palate in a blissful food coma. Anile’s style is both modern and elegant, truly embodying innovation. By putting extreme effort into all his creations, the King of West Main Street is causing a buzz in the Triangle as he leads the rebellion against the mundane and flavorless.

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Thirst The Bar Essentials

The

Forbes List

Everything you need to know about alcohol. This month it’s served dark and on the rocks. BY

KATIE FORBES

Lately, I’m getting tired of the Duke cocktail: 3 parts Aristocrat, 1 part juice, and some ice if you’re lucky. It’s time to class it up, kids; we’re not sneaking drinks from Mom and Dad’s liquor cabinet anymore. Save the Busch Light and Natty’s Finest for tailgate and take some notes. Not only will you be the classiest party animal in your building, but you’ll also enjoy your drinks more than ever. Here are the essentials that you need to keep your bar warm in the winter. 5 Go to the Dark Side 2 7 ►Hide the vodka (even the flavored ones) and tequila. Although some say vodka goes with everything, I think that unless you’re in Russia drinking your vodka neat, you shouldn’t drink it yearround. And yes, tequila does warm you up after a couple shots, but it’s time to sip and savor, so ditch the clears and stock your bar with whiskeys and dark rums.

Stock up next time you’re at ABC 1. Maker’s Mark Kentucky Whiskey—$31 2. Jim Beam Black Bourbon—$27 3. Crown Royal Whiskey—$28 4. Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey—$18 5. Jameson Irish Whiskey—$27 6. Captain Morgan Rum—$26 7. Sailor Jerry Spiced Naval Rum—$22

The Bitter End ►The Tabasco of cocktails, a dash of bitters makes an average drink delicious. Using a mixture of flavors like orange, peach, mint, and other herbs and spices, this bartender’s secret will make your drinks taste fuller and richer. Luckily bitters aren’t classified as an alcoholic beverage, so anyone can buy them at the local grocery store in the mixers aisle (note: “mixer aisle” doesn’t equal soda aisle). Keep in mind there are different types and flavors, but look for the Angostura, Fee Brothers, or The Bitter Truth label, usually $7 a bottle.

A Sweet Splash ► This is not something to drink on its own, unless you lose a bet. The final factor for your fall cocktails is a splash of sweet vermouth. A quick rule of thumb for all cocktails: A standard shot is1 ½ ounces, and dark drinks tend to limit the number of mixers added for a fuller and less complex taste, so when mixing in sweet vermouth start on the small side (never more than ¾ ounce in a 4 ounce drink). A little goes a long way and for $9-$11 a bottle, it’s a quick and easy way to build up your bar.

A quick note for all my fellow and future winos out there: Now is the best season for wine. Reds are seasonally coming back but the whites aren’t fully out of style yet. For white wines, try branching out from the standard Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. Look for countries other than France and Italy, although they’re well known for their mass production of wines, you can often find an interesting and tasty white wine from less known wine countries like Austria, Australia, Greece, or even South Africa. Current personal favorites: Gruner Veltiliner and German Riesling. With red wines, it’s time uncork the light- to medium- bodied bottles, so try to avoid Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon until mid-winter. For now, focus on three types of reds: Malbecs (although I would hold off on the spicier ones from South America for a bit longer), Pinot Noir for most meats, and the simplest of the reds: Merlot. I reccomend West Coast Pinot Noirs, they’re my latest obession. 24|DMIX

Please drink responsibly.

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SOLVING THE RIDDLE:

CAN YOU FIGURE OUT WHAT SHE WANTS?

THIS MONTH: THE SEXUAL SELECTION // MIGHTY APHRODITE // GO GIRL! MAKING THINGS EVEN

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Sex

Mars and Venus

Solving the Female Riddle Crack the code on how to be dynamite in bed, and make it a blast for her, too BY WADE WITHINGTON

esides hands-on, sweaty experience, one of the best ways to learn about sex is to talk about it. Awkward situations aside, the exchange of information can lead to new ideas, or uncover hidden issues. Over fall break, while enjoying a fine dinner and a few drinks, one of my lady companions brought up the issue of the female orgasm. To my surprise, she revealed she expected to receive an orgasm during a hookup about as often as she expected a guy to put the toilet seat down without being reminded (only after persistent nagging and careful instruction). Though it’s a common perception that getting a girl off is tricky, I was shocked to hear that girls’ default mentality in bed is that he will get off, but her orgasm is likely viewed as optional or a bonus at best. My personal perspective is that good sex is like karaoke: If only the singer is into it, then it’s just going to be awkward for the audience and you’re not going to get called back.

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Casual sex may lack the emotional element of getting down and dirty with a partner you care about, but that doesn’t mean it has to be a one-sided affair. If I could create a guaranteed formula on how to finish any girl, I would’ve skipped school and toured the country making bank while distributing sexual gratification like a non-creepy, carnal Santa Claus. But that’s just not in the cards. So instead, let’s work with some approximations that can get everyone on the road to Pleasure Town (which is a real place located halfway between Free Cakeville and Tailgate).

aking a women orgasm only takes a few simple moves, and can greatly improve the quality of any sexual encounter. When working with a new partner, talk about sexual likes and dislikes. Find out what her turn ons are: Does she have sensitive nipples? How does she feel about hair pulling? There’s no room for shyness,

gentlemen. The more you talk about, the more you’ll have to work with. Foreplay is often overlooked, especially in the hookup, but consider it an investment. Spending a good amount of time warming her up in the beginning will result in less work to please her during the main event and will give you time to familiarize yourself with her body. Once in, by varying the tempo and depth of thrusts and paying close attention to her responses, an attentive lover can quickly build a sexual sketch of what works for his partner. Generally, it’s less of a problem for the man to finish, so it’s best to spend most of the attention on her. One thing I can guarantee is that, if you satisfy her in bed, she will be enthusiastic in her efforts to reciprocate. Then you can lay back and let her take over with the knowledge that if she ever makes a Powerpoint, you’ll receive top ranks. And then everyone wins, which is really what sex should be all about.

Sex

Mighty Aphrodite

Spanish Fly in the Ointment The hard facts on why aphrodisiacs won’t help you hit the spot BY KENNY GOULD

SOME FOODS THAT MIGHT

ACTUALLY MAKE YOU A REDHOT LOVER:

Picture the perfect Valentine’s Day. The missus sprinkles rose petals on the bed while the mister picks out the perfect diamond; Barry White belts his smooth, sexy rasp from the stereo; flickering candles illuminate the room, setting the perfect mood; and the deer penis is cooked to perfection and ready to be eaten. Ever eager to increase our sexual prowess, we scarf down otherwise nauseating foods because they are rumored to be aphrodisiacs. Named after the sexy, sultry, buxom goddess Aphrodite, these foods are thought to enhance libido and make our lovers shout our sexual expertise from the rooftops. In parts of China and Thailand, deer penis is the booster of choice, while Western societies prefer chocolate-covered strawberries, oysters, or truffles. Whatever the food, the main question is still “Aphrodisiacs: Myth or Godsend?” Put simply, no credible scientific tests have ever proven that aphrodisiacs have any effect on sexual potency. Instead, much of the perceived credit is due to the well-documented placebo effect. Perhaps the only merit these love drugs have is that most of them are low in calories or

high in nutrients. A wholesome diet is key to a good sex life; obesity is a known cause of erectile dysfunction, while people at healthy body weights feel better about themselves and are more desirable sexually. Unfortunately, some people put a little too much faith in “good sex quick” aphrodisiacs and not enough faith in hands-on experience. Due to a widespread belief that rhino horns increase libido, poaching has almost completely wiped out the majestic animal. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists three of the five rhino species as critically endangered. Closer to home, we can be fairly certain that the male deer population isn’t overly thrilled that their member is being hunted and boiled. So skip the rhino horn and amp your sex life the old-fashioned and fun way: practice, practice, practice. Save your aphrodisiac allowance for sexy lingerie, chocolates, or a puppy. Besides, something tells me your lover will appreciate a puppy more than a deer penis.

Granola: Crammed full of the amino acid arginine, which is scientifically shown to help improve circulation to the extremities. Better extremity circulation means better erectile response, so go grab a Kashi bar. Soy: A bean to cure all ills, soy is full of isoflavones that promote prostate health as well as help keep the vaginal area lubricated. Papaya: The old wives might be onto something; long used as a folk remedy for increasing the female libido and facilitating childbirth, papaya is estrogenic, meaning its compounds can act like the hormone estrogen. DMIX | 27

Sex

The Guru

The Sexual Selection

Jump in bed with DMIX sexologist Wade Withington. This month’s lesson: Variation is key to success.

Turn Up the Heat Don’t let cold weather chill your sex life. Most dorms at Duke are equipped with a thermostat or a radiator, so sexile your roommate, bring over your current love interest and turn the heat up full blast. Within no time you should be making the kids next door jealous with some action that’s literally steaming. A bit of sweat can go a long way to lubricate the situation and create some sexy, slippery bed wrestling. Plus, all that heavy breathing can be a huge turn on. Obviously, if your partner is an eco-activist the idea wasting energy might not appeal, so offer to share your before and after showers to make up for it!

Just the Study Tip Forget the stacks, the 3rd and 4th floor graduate study rooms in Perkins are where it’s at. Off limits to undergrads, these rooms are under lock and key. Fortunately, the graduate students habitually leave a few unlocked, so your odds of securing a room are high. With only one small window and the lights turned off, looking into the rooms is nearly impossible, giving you the privacy you need. For the squeamish or modest lovers, it’s easy to tape paper over the window or pick a room that faces the library wall rather than the common areas for some added security. Don’t be afraid to get loud, any noise might be mistaken for the lamentations of yet another engineer trying to finish a problem set. Once the deed is done, you’ll have a nice rush of endorphins that can improve cognitive abilities and help you score big on your test as well as in bed.

Get Out of Bed It’s time to think outside the bed. A clever lover can find a variety of fun ways to use our RLHS courtesy furnishings for adventuresome, invigorating sex. The chair is a great place to start: Whether you’re receiving or giving oral sex, the chair’s uneven rockers allow for relaxed enjoyment without the interruption of tipping over. Use the desk to study anatomy hands-on, its height makes it ideal for front or rear entry and if the hinged extension is up there’s enough space to spread out. Add the drawers for more space and stability in case things get wild. Never forget the mirror; if you’re lucky enough to have it mounted on your closet door, it can be angled to reflect the action from anywhere in the room. Amp up the experience by combining these tips in different ways. My tip to guys: Try taking her over the desk while facing the mirror, and then fall back into the chair for some reverse cowgirl. The bed can be fun, but don’t overlook the other furniture possibilities just waiting to be broken in. 28|DMIX

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Lip Lock

Lickable Lips

Do’s

Don’ts

Smile: Besides being the sexiest expression lips can make, smiling shows off your pearly whites and makes your lips look silky smooth.

Scowl: Scowling increases wrinkles around your mouth area and can give you a reputation as a frosty ice queen.

Moisturize: Invest in some quality lip balm with an SPF. You lips, like the rest of your body, are exposed to all of the elements and can easily get sunburned or wind chapped.

Lick: Licking your lips is the number one way to dry them out, not to mention remove any color they may have had.

Brush: For dry, flaky lips use a natural exfoliant and a soft toothbrush and brush your lips in a gentle, circular motion. Wipe them clean and immediately apply a soothing moisturizer.

Bite: Unless you’re going for a dramatic, sexy effect, don’t bite your kissers. Lips are one of the most sensitive parts of your body and gnawing on them hardly makes you seem alluring.

Tips so good you’ll want to kiss us, and we won’t mind BY NATHALIE HERROND

Perfect Pout Get that luscious look in an instant. DuWop’s Lip Venom 2nd Sin ($27) is formulated with essential oils, cinnamon, wintergreen, and ginger to naturally enhance the shape and color of lips. Plus, it’s Maxi Lip technology boosts collagen production for a fuller, healthier, and sexier pout. Available at Sephora

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Go Glossy Add shine and color with a pigment-rich lip gloss. A good shine can make even the most average mouth irrestible. Our obsession is NARS Luster Lip Gloss ($24). The golden color is so rich, even King Midas would be envious. Available at Sephora

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Climate CONTROL

Just because the weather looks horrible doesn’t mean you have to BY

NATHALIE HERROND

LOVE YOUR LOCKS

SMOOTH AS A BABY

Nothing like a gust of wind or a rain shower to rile up your hairstyle. The coldest months of the year are the worst for your mane - tend to your tresses and prevent dry and brittle hair with a deep conditioner once a week. Wet your hair with warm water to open the hair follicle and rinse the conditioner with cool water for a shiny, healthy looking head of hair. For extra care, skip the ceramics of a flat iron and knot your hair into a messy bun. Loose strands give the style an effortless, sexy look. Try Paul Mitchell’s The Masque ($12.99)

Who says baby soft skin is only for toothless tots? For silky smooth skin that would make any infant jealous, always moisturize before your skin is even dry. After your shower, massage baby oil onto your skin—preferably while it’s still damp to seal in moisture. Your skin will feel baby soft and hydrated, giving you a confident, refreshed glow so you can tackle the day. For soft skin fast, we recommend Johnson’s Baby Oil ($3.99, Walgreens). It’s simple formula soothes irritations and keeps skin supple and touchable.

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LET OFF SOME STEAM In the midst of the holiday hustle and bustle, it’s easy to run out of time for a quick spa trip to tackle those tiny imperfections. Don’t get caught at a holiday party with dry, blemished skin. Brighten up tired skin with a simple athome spa trick.

Top 5 Must Haves! 1. Nail polish—Leave pale colors for your quickly fading tan and polish your fingers with a ruby, black, or emerald polish. Finish with a shiny topcoat. 2. Hand moisturizer—Even bundled under mittens, your hands suffer the most with the dropping temperature. Avoid dry skin by doubling up on hand moisturizer or lotion. 3. H2O—Water does the body good, so instead of reaching for the soda and coffee mugs, make sure to carry around a water bottle as well. Water nourishes your skin and leaves you looking and feeling fresh. 4. Exfoliant and foot scrub—Snuggling under the covers? Leave the scaly, rough skin behind and get cozy!

Five StepS to Better Skin 1. Bring a small pot of water to boil

5. Lip stain and blush—Forget being nice! Flushed cheeks and a luscious pout will definitely put you on the naughty list this year.

2. Remove the pot from the burner and sprinkle some rosemary, lavendar or thyme leaves into the pot. 3.Stand over the pot so that the steam reaches your skin and be sure to cover your head (and the pot) with a towel to trap the steam. Don’t keep your face too close to the steam—just enough to open up your pores. Stand for about 10 minutes. 4. After you’ve opened up your pores, scrub with a facial cleanser—particularly one that can remove the dirt and oil that is now at the surface of your skin. Bioré Pore Unclogging Scrub ($6, Target) gets the job done and leaves skin refreshed. 5. Finish up with a gentle moisturizer with an SPF. For light moisturizer try Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer ($11.49, Target).

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MISTLETOE NO-NO’S Don’t get caught under the mistletoe wishing you had packed your favorite cherry Chapstick. Say good-bye to cracks and hello to plump, soft, kissable lips with Mary Kay’s Satin Lips ($9.50).

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They’re not just for dandy’s and hipsters. For the man who values form and function, there’s no winter substitute—no collegiate hoodie, athletic windbreaker, and (for the love of God) no high school letterman’s jacket—for the knit sweater. Warm, durable, and clean cut, a good sweater can set you apart from the crowd and give you an edge. DMIX endorses the Urban Outfitters BDG Professor Shawl Sweater Cardigan ($48).

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MAN MADE

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Man Made Gearing Up

Cool Running Our picks for how to look cooler than ever this winter BY MARC OSIAN

Winter Sneaks There’s nothing better than a shoe that’s both fashionable and functional, and there’s nothing worse than forcing on an ugly pair of boots to clash with the rest of your outfit. Invest in a pair of mid puffer sneakers; they repel the cold and slush while keeping a slick appearance. Go hipster by pairing them with skinny jeans or darker pants, or stay casual by wearing them with straight cut jeans. However you style them, these sneaks are a definite must-have for winter. Urban Outfitters, Southpoint Mall, 8030 Renaissance Parkway #980. (919) 361-9216. Urbanoutfitters.com

Zip Up

Put on the Plaid Given that plaid patterned shirts have become a mainstay in the fashion world, it would be in your best interest to invest in a classic one that you can turn to for a variety of occasions. Always look for a good fit to set yourself apart from your bros, and with plaid, keep the design subtle but not boring. You want to stand out, but never at the cost of looking like a clown.

Comfort is key when it comes to studying, going to classes, and just getting around. As the (relatively) cold weather blasts in Durham, it’s time to ditch the tees and polos and throw on a hoodie. Keep the comfort but lose the bum look of most hoodies by going with a more fitted version with some extra pocket detailing. Pick a dark color to ensure that you’re more stylish than your fellow study-buddies when you take your spot at the library. Urban Outfitters, Southpoint Mall, 8030 Renaissance Parkway #980. (919) 361-9216 Urbanoutfitters.com

Vert & Vogue. 905 West Main Street Durham, NC 27701. (919) 251-8537. Vertandvogue.com

If You’ve Got Texture, You’ve Got it All This shoe’s artsy and winter-inspired look give it a unique flavor. Set yourself apart with shoes that have an interesting texture and eyecatching lace pattern. Attention to detail makes a statement not just about the shoes themselves, but also about the man wearing them. Match them with some well-fitted jeans, or with any other pants meant for the colder seasons. Embrace this shoe’s simplicity: It’s always refreshing to find city-inspired style in a local Durham shop. Vert & Vogue. 905 West Main Street Durham, NC 27701. (919) 251-8537. Vertandvogue.com 34|DMIX

Man Made Tied Down

No Holds Barred How the tie bar is going to save your world BY MARC OSIAN When the economy and job market are as questionable as your last Shooter’s hookup, it is understandable why we as Duke students are trying to find ways to make sense of our frenzied environment. Fellow students, what I am here to say is that there is a new item and furthermore a new image that will last you from now until well into your midlife crisis: The item is the tie bar, and the image is going to save your life. The tie bar is not a new fashion statement by any means, but it’s slowly been making its (re) appearance in all sorts of social settings and starting a trend back to the sharp, clean cut, look. It’s contemporarily classic, moving humanity from frenzy, flamboyant, I-don’t-know-what’s-going-on-soI’m-just-going-to-take-a-randomstab-at-life moves (although I do love my pink shorts), to calm, cool, collected, and chill. When you go into an interview, don’t try to make a statement with a funky tie or neon pants, instead, just reach for your silver tie bar and clip it onto your tie. Besides the fact that it is extremely functional, the tie bar sends a neo-conformist message that blends old-school class with modern edginess. It keeps your tie together, your look together, and says that you’ve got your life together. A throwback to a simpler time, the trend gives society a desperately needed kick towards neutrality. It establishes our fundamentals and builds a solid foundation before we move forward again to our high-octane lives. Society needs it, we need it, and the fashion world is pointing us in the direction of where we can find it. Coming back to the basics, the tie bar is making a statement—conformity never looked so cool.

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Duke’s most brilliant (and smoking hot) students

photos by Maximilian Freidauer and Victoria Scott

Simone Lewis

Lewis McLeod

Will Olcott

The Body: “Most of it’s good genes, but for the rest I do a lot of pilates. I actually enjoy working out and getting a sweat on, so that makes it easier to work off my McDonald’s binges.”

The Body: “I play soccer nearly every day. I’ve been playing since I was young and I love it, so that passion keeps it interesting. I guess I’m supposed to watch my diet, but really I’ll eat anything.”

The Body: “I do cardio, my favorite is the rowing machine. I actually have been cutting my hair myself for the last few months. I thought it would be artsy. I wouldn’t do it again.”

The Brains: “You’re not going to enjoy your work if you’re not having fun too. You have to prioritize.”

The Brains: “I make up time tables, some days I study and some days I don’t. I do drawing, it’s a complete contrast to economics and it helps me balance everything.”

The Brains: “I pick things that I really enjoy, and then in my downtime I make sure to have fun so that I’m reenergized for my work.”

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divulge their secrets to maintaing a killer combo of

Rita Volkovinskaya The Body: “I work out twice a week. The rest of the days I just go buy a smoothie and chocolate-covered raisins.” The Brains: “You can find me in the Carpenter room, 3rd floor of Bostock. I have a pretty strong work ethic, but I try to balance work with fun stuff—like watching movies—to keep me sane.”

Aaron Joseph

Brooke Fodor

The Body: “I’m lucky that I don’t like pork or beef, so I don’t have any sudden cravings for hamburgers or bacon. I try to eat healthy and work out often, but a slip-up every now and then is nothing to worry about.”

The Body: “I eat anything I want. Let’s be honest, I look like this because I run three miles a day and eat salad.”

The Brains: “I have little discipline to get work done ahead of time, which usually means a lot of light nights followed by an all-nighter, but that’s what works for me.”

The Brains: “I do anything I want because my work is already done. At least the brains come naturally.”

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Cover Girl

With a record debuting a whole new sound, Edie Wellman is ready to break away from cover songs and remix every opinion you ever had of her. by Zak Stemer Photographs by Maximilian Friedauer

e i o ox x Ed

Edie knows

how to flaunt

Edie wears: Tunic dress by Amber Sakai, $73 Boots by Cochico, $574 Belt by Brave, $106 Bracelt by Brave, $56 Available at Vert & Vogue 905 W. Main St. Durham. (919) 251-8537.

her assetsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;

Ivory legs a mile long, eyes fierce, vampish and blue, she radiates pure confidence.

“What matters are the lyrics and the music, and

I will never write a lyric or a melody that isn’t true to who I am.”

Edie wears: Men’s shirt by Culturata, $132 Shoes by Olsen Haus, $279 Available at Vert & Vogue 905 W. Main St. Durham. (919) 251-8537.

S She walked into the photo shoot like she’s been doing this for years. Exuding pure confidence, energy, and zeal, she strikes pose after sultry pose daring the camera to keep pace. Eyes fierce, vampish and blue, tousled hair falling in lustrous auburn ringlets, and ivory legs a mile long, Edie Wellman knows how to flaunt her assets. She smiles and lets out a laugh, a cute, teasing, girlish giggle that erases any intimidation. The NYC-born beauty, fluent in French, speaks with a soft North Carolina twang, reminiscent of Scarlett O’Hara. It’s a dangerously disarming accent that conceals a wit as sharp as her highest notes. After the shoot we unwind at a bar. I casually bring up my confusion on an excerpt I read in The Chronicle stating that Edie was transitioning to hip-hop music. She throws her head back and releases another giggle, this one rolling into nearuncontrollable laughter. A misquote, it turns out. The soft-spoken songbird is about to release her mixtape, debuting her new “pop with an R&B sensibility” sound. “It gets to celebrate who I am, which is a product

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of different influences and sounds,” she says about the album as she bites a piece of bread. Oh good, she eats. I thought she survived on nothing but music, or possibly the souls of the googley-eyed, drooling men she leaves in her wake. It’s a side of her we haven’t seen; previously she’s been sticking to slow, smooth melodies and covers of songs like Justin Beiber’s “Baby.” Covers are great, but Edie’s passion lies in the creativity. “I’d give up being a performer to be a songwriter, but I’d never give up being a songwriter to perform.” The truth is you wouldn’t know it. The debut single and album title “Over the Edge” is a beat-thumping, fist-pumping, dance track, reaching the top three on fratmusic.com. It’s a song more similar to the tragically trashy Ke$ha than to Edie’s soulful role models Adele and Ingrid Michaelson. Then you listen to the lyrics. “When I listen to ‘Over the Edge,’ every lyric in it spoke to me when I wrote it and that’s not going to change. Hopefully, if people sit and listen to what it’s about, it’ll speak to them too,” Edie says when I ask her if she’s selling out. “You could just as easily take a Lady Gaga song and put it on the piano and it could be an Adele song. You can take a Sarah Bareilles or Adele song and have Timbaland produce it and it completely opens up. You can be a singer/ songwriter no matter what instrumentation you put behind it. What matters are the lyrics and the music, and I will never write a lyric or a melody that isn’t true to who I am.” The Edie of old, the acoustic soulful artist at a piano or guitar, is evolving. “A DMIX | 45

“...he should stand up when I go to the restroom. That’s the key to my heart. That, and good music.”

Edie wears: Sweater by Frenchi, $39 Available at Nordstrom 6910 Fayetteville Rd. (919) 806-3700

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couple years ago people would say ‘Oh, you’re like a girl on her piano. You’re like Adele.’ And while that’s a ridiculous compliment, I don’t feel like Adele. I don’t feel sad, I don’t feel folksy. I feel like dancing, I feel like getting a drink.” Her vibrance and energy are what set Edie apart from the standard singer/ songwriters. “Part of the reason for the change in sound,” divulges Edie, “is I wanted a song that I could dance to and move to. If I had a music video, I’d definitely dance if the song merited it.” Her upcoming mixtape, as eclectic as its creator, meshes acoustic melodies with heavily produced dance beats and most definitely gives Edie an opportunity to show her moves on the dancefloor. It’s a transitionary album to her pure pop EP, due out in February.

pouring her emotions onto sheet music. She looks back at her dejected days, “I’m very extroverted, but I always feel like I’m watching things from the outside in. In the end, I have a very happy life, but there was a dark period. When I was at Northwestern my freshman year, that year changed me; it gave me a fire, a drive I’ve never had before. It gave me the need for retribution, the need to prove myself and be better, do better. It’s almost a dark, twisted sort of thing. At my heart, I’m a very happy person who is at peace, but the songs I’ve written over the last three years have been a result of the peace I didn’t feel that year. In the theater program, I auditioned for more than 120 different things and never got cast in anything. I didn’t have any friends to turn to, and as a result of not being busy and not

{ MORE { Download Edie’s full mixtape, Over the Edge, at ediewellman.bandcamp.com Look for her as-of-yet untitled album in February.

hen it comes to love now that she’s all grown up, Edie’s taking the secret to her grave. “Duke is a

“I’m very extroverted, but I always feel like I’m watching things from the outside in. In the end, I have a very happy life, but there was a dark period.” She says she’s determined to keep the details of the EP under wraps, but with prodding (and a few sips of champagne) some top secret information slipped. She gives in and reveals, “We have such a great track that’s not on the mixtape. It’s called ‘Little Honesty’ and it might be the title of the EP. It’s all about ‘You think I’m charming, you like the way I look, we had fun together. Now you want to really get to know me and you’re about to find out that I’m very outspoken, overly opinionated, a little nerdy, and book smart. Once you find all this out, you’re not going to be feeling it anymore because I might not fulfill your ideal image of what a girl should be, which is hot and silent.’ It’s all about being yourself in a relationship.”

t hasn’t always been upbeat rhythms and dance tracks for Edie. Beneath her bubbling personality and contagious smile seethes something darker. Suffering from insomnia, she rarely sleeps,

having any sort of identity, I made a lot of choices that I never thought would happen.” The perpetual smile that had disappeared while she was remembering her struggles popped back. “I hold Duke so near and dear to my heart it really saved my life. I transfered here, my mom went here, and I even had my first kiss here.” That last bit makes me pause and almost cough up some of my food. She noticed my surprise, “I mean a long time ago! Not as a sophomore! I did a summer drama camp—typical— when I was fifteen, and there was a kid with a notebook and—typical me, I’m so obnoxious sometimes—I said, ‘You have a notebook? I write songs, I’m a songwriter!” and I stole the notebook from him. He said, ‘Oh no, I like to write poems.’ Anyway, I kept running into him, and we just had really great conversations. The last night of camp we went to say goodbye to everybody. It was raining, and he said , ‘Bye, Edie,’ and we hugged and I was really awkward. Then he stopped me and said, ‘Wait!’ and he kissed me. It was so cute!”

small community, I’m not naming names,” she laughs. Although, for the six-foot-tall auburn beauty, it seems like she should try to find a basketball player. Describing her dream beau, “I like quiet confidence,” Edie says, “I’m chatty and loud, so I do better with guys who are quieter. Manners, hardcore manners. He needs to hold that door open for me, he should pull the chair out, or stand up when I go to the restroom. That’s the key to my heart. That, and good music.” But men, eat your heart out, she’s cracking down and focusing on her career. It’s this can’t-be-stopped attitude that’s making time to date a hard find. There is, of course, the chance that things won’t work out as planned. Her mixtape and EP could flop, her momentum could stall. But to Edie, it’s never been about the hits. She is truly an artist, living for the music, for her friends, and for her fans. “I will always make music that is good by my standards,” Edie says. “If it’s good by other people’s, well, that’s for them to decide.” I’ve decided. It’s damn good. DMIX | 47

Politics Broken

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Politics Broken

Post-Grad Life Looks Bleak, and if you think it’s going to turn around by the time you’re out You Could Be Wrong. Here’s the problem and what we can do about it.

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Politics Broken

BROKEN It was change we believed in. We voted with our hearts and changed the world, but maybe it’s time to put the “I” back in “Idealism.”

mericans are pissed. We are infuriated, enraged, irate, and livid. Our nation has, in less than two decades, gone from being the globe’s biggest creditor to its largest debtor. The world is looking at us with disapproving eyes, blaming our fiscal irresponsibility for causing the Great Recession. Internally, our society is in a furious fight with liberals burning money pitted against conservatives screaming about the evils of socialism. We want to build the perfect world, a place where everyone is equal, the poor are rich, the rich are rich, and everyone is retired and loving life. We are living in our ideal imaginations, incensed that it doesn’t match reality. But when do we accept that life isn’t ideal? When does idealism have to hit the road so we can actually make progress that, while possibly imperfect, is the best for us? There is no denying we’ve been extremely influential in creating the government we have today. We contributed our enthusiasm, our energy and our votes in the last elections, and helped send new leadership to Washington. In the interests of humanity, we really were not thinking about ourselves, but about the world. But, we may be seeing that with no “I” in “Idealism”, we may just be getting “dealism.” The expansion of government is coming at a cost that we will be obligated to pay. As the powerful-

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but-young 18-22-year old demographic, we are the ones that have to live with the choices being made by everyone older, and right now, they’re not very good for us. With the job market in what experts would dub “a total crap chute,” it seems society has reneged on a promise it made to its college-educated citizens. We have been told that if we work hard, go to a good university, and get good grades, we would emerge at the end and be rewarded with a good job. Unemployment rates are high, around 9% for the entire labor force, with an even bigger number experiencing underemployment. The terrifying number is the unemployment rate for college-educated workers, a number that for the last year has been hovering right around 5%. Remembering the struggles that the doomed class of 2010 faced, watching our friends leave school with no jobs nor

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even job prospects, should send a shiver down our spines. The use of hundreds of billions of stimulus dollars to preserve government jobs, expansion of government with multiple new oversight bodies, and extension of social benefits to the unemployed, underprivileged, and the aged has pushed federal, state, and municipal debt to record levels. Our leaders seem to be ignoring the advice of our parents who have told us, “You can’t spend more than you have”. But as the government continues to expand deficit spending, little consideration is given to a question that is quietly beginning to concern us, “Who is going to pay that back?”

here are two sectors of the job market that are growing: health care and government jobs. It’s a promising sign for the huge number of students that come into Duke intending to be pre-med, but a sinister omen for those who change track after a semester of chemistry. Big Government has hugely expanded under the Obama administration, and

it should be. After retiring at an early age, there’s nothing stopping a person from getting another job, and after a few more years of work, another pension. It’s a policy that stretches the metaphoric rubber band and is unsustainable. When pensions were devised, people would retire at 60-yearsold, and live to 68-years-old. We face a problem with longevity: People today refuse to die. The average American lives to 78-years-old, a full decade longer than they did in the ‘60s. The over 80 population is the fastest growing in the US right now—thanks Baby Boomers—and it’s up to us to pay for their costs. In private businesses when pension costs get too high, you declare bankruptcy, cut pensions, and raise retirement age. Government is nothing more than an enormous business, but our current administration is unwilling to make the necessary changes for fear of the political fallout. It’s an unideal choice, but one that would make our future brighter and less debt-ridden.

OUR LEADERS SEEM TO BE IGNORING THE ADVICE of our parents who have told us,“You can’t spend more than you have”. But as the government continues to expand deficit spending, little consideration is given to a question that is quietly beginning to concern us, “Who’s going to pay that back?” government jobs can be disproportionately lucrative, and unmatchable in the private sector. A huge part of the current problem is pensions of government workers. The growth of government is synonymous with expansion in the number of government workers. Historically, employees of government have received lower wages for like work, but in the past decade this has changed. Unionization, another revered right, has resulted in wages that are rising much faster than inflation, and very much faster than wages in the private sector. In Chicago, wages have gone up at approximately 4% for the past decade, while cost of living has been half that. As a consequence, employees of municipal, state, and local government now out earn their private counterparts.

ne historic aspect of government employment has not changed. As these employees historically earned less, they were rewarded with generous pension benefits. A bureaucratic employee, now earning more than ever before, now retires with full benefits and a generous pension. The twist is that instead of the pension being based on a person’s average income over their career, it’s based on their income during their last years of work. It creates an opportunity for spiking the pension, getting a last minute raise, and cashing in unused vacation days to secure a pension higher than

he number of people we must support has gone up, yet the jobs we need to pay our costs have disappeared. Companies have packed their bags and moved overseas where labor is cheaper and laws are lax. Our government has done little to create jobs in the private sector, instead opting to stengthen the labor union’s stranglehold on business. While Big Business is something we must be wary of, it’s also the hand that feeds us. It provides jobs, produces exports, and fuels the economy. By enforcing stringent labor laws, we are effectively slowly asphyxiating ourselves. It’s a fine line we must walk between fair and unfair labor practices, all while avoiding the shunned social darwinism theory.

ollege students believe in all the fundamental virtues of equal rights, equal opportunities, and the best social services for everybody. It’s our goal to create a utopian society, a perfect world.

But our world is imperfect. We face tough choices between sticking to our social ideals or finally recognizing that there is a “I” in “Idealism.” We must make choices that create a brighter future for society as a whole, or else everyone, even us, will be dependant on handouts and federal programs. Capitalism isn’t a perfect system, but it’s the best one we’ve found. It’s time to harness our anger and ask our government not for the easy handout, but for a leg up. DMIX | 51

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Are you going to Hell?

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Come Alive Dr. Frankenstein electrifies the DPAC stage

The Durham Performing Arts Center comes alive as Mel Brooks’ wickedly hilarious, mischievous musical Young Frankenstein hits the stage. A bright, young, creative genius (sounds like a Duke student), Dr. Frankenstein (that’s pronounced “Fronkensteen”) builds a monster. But his engineering is full of complications, hilarious hijinks, and musical numbers so catchy it’s scary. The show, running from December 7 through December 12, stars Christopher Ryan as Frederick Frankenstein (cue thunder and lightening). Ryan has turned comedic timing into a science, lifting the entire production to new heights. Don’t be a monster, make sure to go see The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein. Tickets start at $20. Durham Performing Arts Center, The American Tobacco District, 123 Vivian St. dpacnc.com.

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Must Hear

Must Read Five books you can reference at parties to seem more intelligent. Or at least like you did your high school reading.

Edie Wellman Over the Edge If you don’t know about Edie Wellman yet, then you need to climb out from under your rock and get familiar with Duke University’s very own talented singer and songwriter. Edie churns out her carefully calibrated mix of pop music as she releases her mixtape Over the Edge in December 2010. Edie’s songs are authentic and relatable, easily generating a magnetic ability to attract listeners as she proves her unique aptitude for blending different melodies from different genres, while still maintaining her own identity.

Mac Miller K.I.D.S. Not just another high-school kid trying to chase a far-fetched dream about making it big in the music industry, this 17-year-old budding artist is the real mccoy. However, Mac Miller’s mixtape K.I.D.S. busts down that glass-tower of thought. His smooth voice presents this new wave hip-hop in such a way that forces you to listen to what he actually has to say. The title K.I.D.S. or Kickin Incredibly Dope Sh*t equivocates an incredibly chill, yet youthful outlook on life. Look out for ‘Don’t Mind if I Do’, a track that perfectly captures this laidback, nothing-inthe-world-matters-except-right-here-rightnow attitude.

Boys Gone Wild Lord of the Flies By William Golding Gilligan’s Island meets Children of the Corn when a WWII evacuation plane filled with British choirboys crash lands on an island, forcing the boys to create their own society. The unstable peace comes crashing down when a conch shell, representing order, is shattered and several of the more annoying characters die in nifty ways (like being slain or crushed with a rock). Although the boys are eventually rescued, they have to live knowing just how evil humans can be.

More Money, More Problems Rihanna Loud Perhaps the most highly anticipated album of the season, Loud features Rihanna’s top singles ‘Only Girl in the World’ and ‘Love the Way You Lie part 2’. This album also includes the appearances of Nicki Minaj, Drake, and Eminem. The success of this Pop Princess’s new album just may surpass that of her previous work. Featuring a more electrified and relevant sound, Loud has the potential to reach the new fans and audiences, intensely expanding her popularity.

Nicki Minaj Pink Friday Nicki Minaj seems to be everywhere in the hip-hop industry. Already blowing up the charts with her singles, ‘Your Love’, ‘Massive Attack’, and ‘Right Thru Me’, this New York native is the reigning queen of the Billboard Charts, and Pink Friday is her first royal decree.

The Great Gatsby By F. Scott Fitzgerald The Plot: Showing that cold, hard cash leads to a stone-cold heart, The Great Gatsby centers around the inane American opulence of the rip-roaring 20s. Enmeshed in the ultra-glib lifestyle of Jay Gatsby, narrator and protagonist Nick Carraway quickly discovers that decadence comes with a price: loss of morality. Jews are criticized, the American dream is exposed as a sham and Gatsby gets shot.

A Rock and a Hard Place

Five Songs that Should be on Every iPod ‘Young Blood (Chiddy Bang Remix)’ by The Naked and Famous ‘Gold Dust (Flux Pavilion Remix)’ by DJ Fresh ‘Wolfgang’s 5th Symphony’ by Wolfgang Gartner ‘Big Bank Hank’ by Blue Scholars ‘Gold Coast Hustle’ by Pretty Lights

Catch-22 By Joseph Heller It’s Big Man vs. Little Man, and there isn’t much Little Man can do in Catch-22, a thinly-veiled criticism of the bureaucratic system. Yossarian, the protagonist bomber pilot, must fly an ever-increasing number of bombing runs before he can go home. War sucks, the Big Man sucks, and Yossarian is almost stabbed by a prostitute. The book is generally known for giving us the term “catch-22,” as well as the sweet name Yossarian.

Big Brother 1984 By George Orwell The Plot: Winston Smith is your average citizen living in a dystopian, North Koreaesque world called Airstrip One. There, the government’s sole goal is to keep order through constant surveillance, propaganda, and torture. A civil servant working in the Ministry of Truth modifying historical records, Smith attempts to rebel after becoming inspired by a young woman. He is captured, forsakes everything he holds dear and is brainwashed into loving the government in one of the most depressing book endings since The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.

Life’s a B*tch The Catcher in the Rye By J.D. Salinger The Plot: Crude, rude, and lewd teen Holden Cauldfield lives with people faker than a porn star’s orgasms. Stuggling to find his place amongst a world full of “phonies,” Cauldfield’s non-conformist, rebellious angst finally manifests with incessant bitching, commenting on the human nature, hiring prostitutes for conversation, and preserving the innocence of his younger sister, Phoebe.

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Would You Kindly Shut Up? Kelsey Woodford preaches the evils of evangelism

Agree to differ? Teams that just can’t seem to get along

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Wouldn’t it be amazing if we all thought the same way and got along all the time? No, it would be boring and irritating. That’s why it’s great that people come from so many different backgrounds and belief systems. We’re all born into different circumstances with different personalities that shape us all differently. That’s right. DIFFERENTLY. But rather than accept and enjoy this fact and go on our merry ways, people have this really fun habit of trying to force their ways of life onto everyone else, as though they are the Imperial Wizard of what it is to live a good life. I’m talking about evangelism, folks. I started thinking about this when Terry Jones, that nutball preacher from Florida

“We’re all born into different circumstances with different personalities that shape us all differently.”

with the sick handlebar mustache decided that it was his supreme calling to burn the holy book of another religion. This deluded man had decided that the best way to live out his Christian path (you know, the one all about love and generosity and acceptance) to become

famous. Terry (perfect name right?) reminded me of something with which I became well acquainted when growing up

“...people have

this really fun habit of trying to force their ways of life onto everyone else...” in the Bible belt—the idea of coercing others to think the way you do, and condemning them if they refuse. Let’s consider evangelism in a broader context.Yes, it’s the notion of converting people to your way of thought because you think that your way is just better, but it is not confined to religion. When was the last time you got into a discussion (I use this term loosely) about politics? If it was with another Duke student, it may have just been a mutual congratulation on how enlightened we are, but if it was with a member of the opposing side, did you actually find any common ground? Or were both parties vehemently defending the side to which they ascribed? Arguments about healthcare or immigration have devolved into a Team Edward vs. Team Jacob battle, with both sides wearing their colors and refusing to back down. What we need to realize is that humanity is complex, and people are not all the same. So why embark on this quest of conversion at all?

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Young, Steamy, Grimy Coeds One woman’s harrowing experience with unisex bathrooms BY KELSEY WOODFORD Beware, this article is not for the faint of heart. I am traveling into the underbelly of coed life, the dark side of the collegiate experience, the Sith layer of the university revolution. I think I just failed at that Star Wars reference, but you have to give it to me for trying. Ladies and Gents, I am talking about co-ed bathrooms.

...the flowing long hair of your female classmates becomes a lot less romantic when its left-behind strands are creeping up the shower walls...

...we don’t really seem to consider exactly how rank those strapping young lads are when they get back from the gym...

If you’re under the delusion that co-ed bathrooms are the least bit sexy, you are sorely mistaken and in for some up-chuck, reflux-inducing disappointment. I understand where you got that idea: guys and girls showering in the same steamy room, wrapped only in oh-so-easily-removed towels. All those Girls Gone Wild commercials blaring “Sexy Coeds” in neon lettering. The tangible sexual tension of having your and another’s nakedness separated by only a thin stall door. Sadly, this delusion dissolves more quickly than the urinal cake, so let’s discuss the moldy reality of coed life. Showers may be a place for nakedness, but they are also a place for soap scum,

on television complain about men leaving the seats up or forgetting to flush the toilet, but those are men they are intimate with. When you’ve just woken up from a long night at Shooters and you just want to brush the Crat out of your mouth, finding a urinal full of less than clear water isn’t ideal. We are 18-22 year-olds. We are supposed to be experiencing the most ideal romantic times in our lives. But romance requires mystery, a certain je ne sais quoi for the object of affection, and believe you me, there is little to no intrigue in a co-ed bathroom. We have the rest of our lives to deal with the less savory side of cohabitation, so it would be great if we didn’t have to start now.

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old razor blades, and clogged drains. Boys, while you enjoy the flowing long hair of your female classmates when it’s dry, it becomes a lot less romantic when its left-behind-strands are creeping up the shower walls and snaking through the plumbing, causing you to take a bath and a shower simultaneously. And ladies, we

don’t really seem to consider exactly how rank those strapping young lads are when they get back from the gym. Yes, all of that sexy baggage abuses our showers each day. Let’s not forget the main use of bathrooms: the toilets, and because our bathroom is co-ed, urinals. We women have heard our mothers or characters

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Open Letter

No Offense, But... Society is ruled by the Political Correctness Police. Now nothing, not even humor, is safe BY PAT LIGHT

ou are not a good person. You have grouped people according to the way they were born, instead of choices they’ve made, and you have made light of it, laughed at their misfortune. Your words have caused immeasurable pain and sadness, your ignorance has perpetuated stereotypes that some people will carry with them to their early graves. You’re racist. You hate physically handicapped people and you especially cannot stand those with severe mental disabilities. I’m sure of this. Because I’m sure that you’ve claimed, in an unfair moment, that you feel “gypped.” I’m sure you’ve said, “That’s lame,” in response to an idea or action you don’t agree with. I’m sure you’ve told someone, “You’re stupid,” or, “You’re an idiot,” like it’s a bad thing. And, quite frankly, there’s no other way for me to interpret your actions other than to assume that you hate the Romani people, gypsies whose projected stereotypical dishonesty gave birth to the idiom “to gyp.” Or to conclude that you hate people in wheelchairs—because I have no idea why you would denigrate something as “lame” unless you think that people who cannot walk are somehow less valuable to society than people who can walk. And I certainly have no respect for you if you think that comparing someone you dislike to those with IQs well below the mean is somehow an insult, of all things, as if unintelligent people made a conscious choice to be the way they are. “I didn’t mean to offend,” you protest. “I didn’t know.” “It was just a joke, I didn’t think about it.” “Those words mean different things now.” “How dare you tell me I’m racist? I have a black friend,” you say. But that’s the delightful thing about offending people—it’s not up to you whether or not you offend someone. It’s entirely up to them. You have absolutely no say in the matter of whether or not your words or actions cause offense. Sure, you can avoid some of the more popular slurs—you can go out of your way not to call anybody a faggot, or consciously choose not to shout the “n-word” in a crowded theater. You can purge your speech of words like fuck, shit, bitch, whore (because of course you don’t want to make it seem like being forced, by circumstance, to work in the sex industry is somehow demeaning), chode (having a small penis is most certainly not a choice, so why should it be an insult?), and the like; you can soften your footsteps so as to not wake sleeping people, you can smile at everyone you meet because you never know when that one frown is going to push someone off the edge. You can make a habit of asking everyone what their projected gender is before interacting with them, in order to avoid accidentally calling an androgynous girl “he.” Or, you can accept that people, including you, are not perfect, and cause offense without intending to. You can operate under the assumption that people are not bad, and that they generally try to do right by others. You can apologize when you do cause offense unintentionally, and you can accept that someday, somehow, you are going to offend someone and there is very little you can do about it. You can understand that offense, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder, and you can accept that what you find offensive is, a large majority of the time, not meant to cause offense. You can work to break down prejudice and help the downtrodden. But hey, it’s entirely within your rights to be the P.C. Police and it’s entirely within your rights to write “scathing” editorials about how everyone is a bad person except for you. Just don’t be surprised when even the people you’re “trying to protect” start to recognize your hypocrisy. Notice how I didn’t tell you not to be offended. Because you can be offended by whatever the hell you want. 62|DMIX

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