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THURSDAY
January 28, 2010, Volume 204 >> Number 88 >> 40 cents >> iowastatedaily.com >> An independent newspaper serving Iowa State since 1890
Women’s Basketball
Cyclones top Sooners By Jordan Wickstrom Daily Staff Writer It has been a long time coming, but the No. 21 Cyclones can say they walked off the court against Oklahoma a winner. With a mere one win against the No. 11 Sooners since 2004, it is no secret the past few seasons have been rough for the Cyclones against Oklahoma. “We’ve had a lot of trouble beating Oklahoma for a lot of reasons,” said coach Bill Fennelly. “When you play Oklahoma you play a team that’s well coached, very talented and the definition of class and I think it’s not just win-
ning a game against a really good team, it’s winning a game against people who [play the game] the right way.” Offensively the Cyclones could not have asked for a better first half. Iowa State made up for its 37.5 field goal percentage by shooting 54.5 from beyond the arc, making six of its 11 3-point attempts. Despite the hot shooting from 3-point range, it was obvious the Cyclones would not need the three-point shot in the second half. With three players entering the second half in foul trouble, Oklahoma struggled to find the right match up against freshman center
Anna Prins. “[Oklahoma’s] post players were in foul trouble so obviously it was a key to take it to them,” Prins said. The 6–foot–7–on freshman had 15 points, her highest point total in conference play this season. Prins did make some mistakes during the game, however, the way she played in the post against some of Oklahoma’s bigger players received praise from Fennelly. “[Prins] had 15 points but there were shots she needs to finish better. She’s got to rebound the ball a little bit better, but
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ISU guard Alison Lacey and her teammates celebrate after the Cyclones scored a 3-point shot in the second half Wednesday night. Iowa State defeated Oklahoma, 63-56. Photo: Tim Reuter/Iowa State Daily
Student Organizations
Budget
Gov. Culver applauded for efforts By Zach Thompson Daily Staff Writer
Jeff Irvin, head brewer of Olde Main Brewing Co., explains how a pair of leaf blowers are used in the bottling process during a tour Tuesday at Olde Main. The machines blow condensate off bottles and serve as a cheaper alternative to commercial options. Photo: Logan Gaedke/Iowa State Daily
Brewing appreciation By Justine Scattarelli Daily Staff Writer A group of Iowa State students are attempting to bring knowledge and appreciation back into drinking through a proposed university organization — ISU Brewing Club. Matt Nosco, sophomore in prejournalism and mass communication, was introduced to home brewing about a year ago. Since then Nosco has
brewed several batches of beer and soda. Nosco said brewing increases his appreciation of the beverage. “Instead of cooking a pizza, you’re making a gourmet meal,” he said. As interest grew, he and his friend Charlie Nelson, ISU student and president of the brewing club, decided to try to make their hobby into an official club through the university. Nosco said there are similar clubs
at the University of Illinois, University of Wisconsin at Madison and Clemson University. Nosco said when he and Nelson submitted their idea to the Student Activities Center the response was positive. However, the board didn’t approve the club immediately due to potential legal problems involving members under 21. The proposal is still pending. Nosco said George Micalone, the
director of student activities, requested the group draft a constitution and explain how the club would benefit Iowa State. A big part of the club’s constitution would be a plan to ensure members under 21 wouldn’t consume alcohol at official club events. The group plans to meet at Olde Main Brewery in downtown Ames and have the restaurant’s
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Research
Researchers add to Ebola study By Sarah Gonzalez Daily Staff Writer
Parameshwaran Ramanan, right, and Mina Farahbakhsh use the handing drop vapor diffusion method as a way to set up crystals to get protein crystals. It’s one of many methods to get these results, but one that ISU students use most. Photo: Rebekka Brown/Iowa State Daily
ISU researchers contributed to efforts that reveal how the deadly Ebola virus functions inside the body. “What we’re hoping is that the information we provided will help catalyze antiviral efforts,” said Gaya Amarasinghe, assistant professor of biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology and leader of the ISU research team. The Ebola virus is prevalent in equatorial regions of Africa. The Zaire species of the virus, found to be the most deadly and most often studied, is what was used in this latest
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research. No vaccine has been developed to treat the Ebola hemorrhagic fever. The fever breaks out after a victim is infected with the virus, according to the World Health Organization. The Ebola virus has the ability to replicate without triggering the host’s immune response. Amarasinghe identified the structure of Ebola’s viral protein 35, or VP35, which contributes to its ability to circumvent detection. “What was not known until recently was how the immune
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Gov. Chet Culver released his proposal for the state’s FY2011 budget Wednesday afternoon, and included a reallocation of just under $11 million in funds to Iowa State that were cut in the governor’s mid-fiscal year 10 percent cut of the state government. In a statement released by Executive Director of University Relations John McCarroll on Wednesday evening, President Gregory Geoffroy praised the governor for recognizing the “severe impact” the budget cuts have had on the university and said he would hope the state Legislature would follow suit in endorsing the governor’s proposal. Board of Regents President David Miles also praised the governor for proposing to restore public higher education funding in a statement released earlier in the day. According to the governor’s proposal, Iowa State’s state appropriations would total $7.65 million less than FY2010’s estimated appropriations. Follow the story online, at iowastatedaily.com.
State of the Union
Obama focuses on jobs By Alexander Hutchins Daily Staff Writer President Barack Obama’s State of the Union drew audible yelling on 15 occasions during the deliver of his speech. Some of the yelling was cheers of elation, and some were audible boos. The president promoted a litany of new programs including a three-year freeze on most government spending beginning in 2011, a job bill to employ 1.5 million Americans by the year’s end, build a new national rail system, pass a climate bill and continue the passage of the heath care bill. On several occasions the Republican legislators remained seated while democrats gave the president a standing ovation. Obama also announced that he would soon endeavour to begin monthly meetings with both Democratic and Republican leaders. President Obama ended his speech with a long appeal to the assembled legislators to set aside partisan divisions. One of the most startling revelations Obama announced was a proposition to forgive debt for college students 20 years after graduation and after only 10 years if they entered careers in the government. Obama concluded with the admission that his administration deserved some of its setbacks, but he promised no to give up on his efforts for genuine change in government.
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