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Election candidates battle it out at presidential debate Candidates for Student Body President debate at Witherspoon Student Center Thursday night.
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Junior in Biochemistry Leo Verceles-Zara speaks at the Student Body President Candidate Forum in the Student Senate Chambers Thursday. The six candidates met to discuss issues before voting begins March 29, 2011.
the student body and the administration.” But not all candidates agreed. Alex Grindstaff, a former member of Student Government’s executive branch, said Student Government often gets in the way of what’s best for students, and claimed he could
reverse this. “I want to put students before student government,” Grindstaff said. Max Kangkolo, a junior in business administration, has no student government experience, but said while the debate may be about who should be the next Student Body President, the
real focus of the candidates’ energies should be on student needs. “Without the student body, this position wouldn’t be needed,” Kangkolo said. “It’s definitely
As another development in a line of recently announced realignment projects, the Division of Undergraduate Academic Programs and Student Affairs will begin to be phased out. It will eventually be reorganized into a single administrative division. According to Thomas Stafford, vice chancellor of student affairs, the proposal to merge the divisions of Student Affairs and Undergraduate Academic Programs has been confirmed. “We are basically planning a major strategic realignment of these two divisions to increase their organizational efficiency and effectiveness,” Stafford said. “The work is still in the pipeline, and we will be taking certain important steps towards this merger, starting from July 1, 2011.” There are quite a few things in process, Stafford said, so it will take some time for this merger to take effect. “We are still evaluating how to go about this merger,” Stafford said. “The final outcome of the exact structure and process is not yet determined.” Stafford said students’ success is the
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N.C. State: ‘We’re the only Wolfpack’
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Matthew Greene, a junior in agriculture education, prepares to kiss a screeching sow in order to raise money for Alpha Zeta during Agriculture Awareness week Thursday. The agriculture fraternity decided to have two brothers kiss the female pig in addition to having coach Tom O’brien kiss it as part of their annual fundraising. “They told me ten minutes before I got here that I was going [to kiss the pig.]” said Greene. “It was definitely an experience.”
Intramural fields’s dry, patchy condition dissatisfying students
A lack of proper time for maintenance and chronic overuse have deteriorated N.C. State’s intramural fields, and students like Matt Kelly are concerned they are becoming too worn down. The University makes the fields
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As 65 candidate supporters and onlookers gathered around the Student Senate Chambers Thursday night, the Student Body Presidential candidates gave voice to their vision of N.C. State’s future. The six candidates running this year were grilled on topics ranging from their plans on how to balance their academics with the position’s demanding schedule to their past experience on campus. Each candidate was given 60 seconds to answer questions clearly and concisely. Ethan Bartlett, a junior in management, who kicked off the debate with his opening statement, emphasized his experience with the current Student Government regime. As current Student Body President Kelly Hook’s Chief of Staff, Bartlett claimed his necessary experience comes from being Hook’s “right hand man.” Bartlett focused the majority of his rhetoric on the disconnect between the student body and its understanding of Student Government, which works closely with University administration. “There is a divide between the student body and the administration,” Bartlett said. “My goal is to connect
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available to students during the academic year, except in rainy weather. Since they are used nearly every day, their degradation is only increasing, which Kelly said he wants changed. “The fields are in poor condition. They’re dry, patchy, and are mostly dirt—especially in the upper fields— which is where we play soccer,” Kelly, a junior in environmental design in architecture, said. “I definitely wish they were in better condition.” According to Jason Spivey, assistant director of intramural sports, it would be virtually impossible to repair the fields during the semester since the in-
tramural sports teams and physical education classes use them every day. Spivey said in order to truly restore the fields they would have to be closed on certain days, which would severely limit the intramural sports schedule. “It is a challenge to keep these fields in good condition,” Spivey said. “We are working around a lot of teams and classes, and that makes it difficult to really restore
N.C. State has officially sent a warning in the form of a cease and desist letter to Loyola University in New Orleans, LA, claiming the university is violating N.C. State’s right to be the sole user of the name “Wolfpack.” While Loyola’s school colors are maroon and gold, and their mascot is “Havoc the Wolf,” according to N.C. State’s Office of General Counsel, represented in the cease and desist letter by Assistant General Counsel Shawn Troxler, Loyola’s use of the term “Wolfpack” is in fact in violation of N.C. State’s trademark rights. “Loyola University’s current use of ‘Wolfpack’ constitutes trademark infringement,” Troxler’s letter said. “N.C. State’s nickname and use of the ‘Wolfpack’ mark has been long and continuous. Although the mark has been registered since 1983, N.C. State’s use of the mark in its athletic sporting events dates back to at least 1947.” Gregg Zarnstorff, N.C. State’s director of trademark licensing, said this letter was sent because N.C. State is
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legally required by the federal government to act whenever it knows of an encroachment on its registered trademark. “As a trademark owner, the University is required to take certain actions if we find others using the trademark if we are to maintain our federal registration in that mark,” Zarnstorff said. According to Zarnstorff, the way N.C. State reacts to this potential infringement depends on the nature of Loyola’s use of the trademark. “As a normal practice in trademark enforcement, we have measured steps in dealing with the various types of infringements,” Zarnstorff said. “This depends on the extent and whether the infringement is willful, predatory, abusive or simply a matter of ‘not knowing.’” In this instance, Zarnstorff said he does not believe Loyola engaged in predatory or abusive trademark infringement, and that the matter could be resolved peacefully. “I have to believe that, in this case, Loyola University did not know that we held a federal registration for ‘Wolfpack,’” Zarnstorff said. “I believe that we can reach an agreement with them that will be satisfactory to both universities.” However, Gita Bolt, Loyola’s General Counsel, told Loyola’s student newspaper, The Maroon, she does not be-
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In Thursday’s “University realignment to merger diversity centers,” the Office of Equal Opportunity is merging with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. The realignment plan released by the chancellor on March 15 suggested that The Women’s Center and the GLBT Center also be included in this merger.
them.” During the summer when most students are on break, the fields are treated as best as possible to return them to good condition. Yet according to Spivey, it is difficult to keep the fields well-maintained due to all of the student use. As a result, by the spring semester the fields have lost most of the grass replanted over the summer. However, despite the poor quality of the fields, Spivey said they are completely safe for student use and that the field deterioration is strictly from student overuse. “The fields are in safe playing condition, and that is the most important thing,” Spivey said. “They do get beat down throughout the year with all of the student and class use, but overall they are safe.” Michael Prechter, a senior in polymer and color chemistry, said one of the best solutions would be to make more fields available for student use, as games on the current fields tend to get very crowded due to limited space. “We simply don’t have enough fields. Games end up getting way too crowded and it just isn’t as fun to play anymore,” Prechter said. “Obviously it’s tough to add more fields because we live in Raleigh, which is a city. I just
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GREAT HUMAN RACE 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Near Durham Bull’s Stadium, Durham, N.C.
COOKIE ILLNESS FUNDRAISER 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Brickyard
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CALS LATINO, FACULTY, STAFF & STUDENT NETWORKING EVENT 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. McKimmon Center
INDIA FEST- A CULTURAL ARTS SHOWCASE 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Dorton Arena, N.C. State Fairgrounds
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CARE @ N.C. STATE MEETING 7p.m. – 8 p.m. 2nd floor of the Library Auditorium
INDIA FEST - A CULTURAL ARTS SHOWCASE 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Dorton Arena, N.C. State Fairgrounds
“It’s more than just a logo or a name. It represents every proud member of the Pack at N.C. State” Boubeckeur Dahmane, junior in environmental technology, on the Wolfpack trademark
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really think that this is the only solution to the problem.” However, there has not been any discussion recently of adding more intramural fields. Instead, the University works with facility grounds maintenance to maintain the fields. A maintenance schedule is made at the beginning of each academic year. Although the University has a major in turf management, students within the major are not currently involved with field maintenance. Spivey said the University might be open to allowing students to assist with these tasks in the future. “We would definitely be open to the idea of using students for that maintenance,” Spivey said. “We would need to use different logistics to make it work, but it is possible.” According to Prechter, the main problem with trying to maintain the fields is deciding whether or not to close them on a regular basis for maintenance. He says students want the fields in good condition, but do not want to give up playing time to have them cared for. “It’s tricky because I wouldn’t want them to close them off,” Prechter said. “But, I do want better conditions.”
controlled substances. Further investigation pending. 12:00 P.M. | SPECIAL EVENT Joyner Visitor Center Officers monitored event at this location. 12:48 P.M. | MEDICAL ASSIST Oval Drive Officers responded to collision between gator truck and bicycle. Student received minor injuries. 2:00 P.M. | SPECIAL EVENT Doak Field Officer monitored baseball game. 3:08 P.M. | POLICY VIOLATION Admin Services I Student was referred to the university for tampering with a transpiration boot. 3:57 P.M. | LARCENY Clark Labs Staff member reported theft of projector. 4:25 P.M. | SPECIAL EVENT Park Shops Fire Protection monitored Nuclear Reactor Public Info Session. 5:10 P.M. | MEDICAL ASSIST Vet School Units responded and transported non-student in need of medical assistance. 6:01 P.M. | HAZMAT INCIDENT Vet School NCSU Police Department and Hazmat specialist responded to report of machinery leaking fluid. Fluid was water. No damage reported. 8:27 P.M. | NOISE DISTURBANCE North Shore Condominiums Report of large group making noise. Officer spoke with nonstudent who agreed to keep the noise down.
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lieve Loyola will have to change their mascot, and it would be incorrect to think it would escalate into a serious legal issue. Zarnstorff said no concrete legal action has been taken against Loyola University, and this letter serves simply to bring the problem to light and begin a discussion on how to solve the problem. One of the concerns voiced by Troxler in the cease and desist letter was the potential for confusion that would arise should both universities continue to use the same name for their athletic programs. “While N.C. State applauds your efforts to promote your University [Loyola] and its athletic programs,” Troxler wrote, “Use of a mark that is identical to that of N.C. State in connection with similar services is likely to cause confusion and violates N.C. State’s
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“We’re facing tough times in this upcoming year.”
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“I want to make sure the student body and administration communicate.”
“I hope to include the whole campus in more community service.”
“I think the Student Body President’s job is to relay the ideas of students.”
to choose candidates based on their own ideals. “Go out there and vote for the candidate that you believe aligns best with your ideas,” Verceles-Zara said. Tom Stafford, vice chancellor for student affairs, said he believes having a debate helps students decide on their voting preferences because it gives students a chance to hear each candidate’s proposals all at once. “A forum like [the debate] is always really helpful to voters,” Stafford said. “If you know who you are going to vote for, you may change your mind when you hear them in a debate.” Chandler Thompson, a junior in economics, has been involved in student government for the entirety of her tenure here at N.C. State. She said she enjoyed the debate given all the candidates were able to gather and let their voices be heard.
“When you are choosing a student body President, you have to make sure that who you vote for is aware of the job, and is prepared to handle the job,” Thompson said. Hook, who left half way through the debate, had a message similar to Thompson’s, and said she finds it strange that people with no Student Government experience think they are capable of leading the campus community. “I think it’s weird that [candidates without experience] are coming into [student government] and have a strong a desire to lead to the organization in which they have never been a part of, and have never attempted to ask what I think [being Student Body President] is about,” Hook said.
administrative overhead substantially.” According to Ambrose, some positions may be cut along with the merger. “In this process, overlapping positions may be phased out. But this does not mean all of them will be cut. There will be some overlapping positions will stay in the system,” Ambrose said. “Given the position cuts, there is a chance that we will have more opportunities for student part-time jobs, especially in IT administration. This is mainly because the student jobs are temporary and on a project basis.” According to Ameya Gholkar, a graduate student in computer science, the possibility of increased student job opportunities after the merger is exciting news. “It will be great if we get more job opportunities after the merger,” Gholkar said. “We normally have a tough time finding a technical job on campus and if this merger opens up more jobs for students, especially the technical
ones.” Stafford said the major decisions will be made by the end of the coming fall semester. “We will take some steps by through this year till the end of fall semester,” Stafford said. “The selection process for the common position replacing myself and Mr. Ambrose will take place in next spring.” Ambrose said the University Career Center and co-op office will have a common director starting in July. “This is one of the steps we are taking towards the reorganization of the two divisions. The University Career Center and Co-op Office are separate bodies as of today,” Ambrose said. “But the director of University Career Center will resign before the fall semester and the head of the Co-op Office will hold the position for both and thus will be combined into one unit and housed in the Division of Undergraduate Academic Programs.”
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“Locally owned means independently owned and operated.” This is the message a group of seniors completing their public relations capstone project are trying to promote through their endorsement of non-profit group Shop Local Raleigh. Shop Local Raleigh’s mission is to support and promote locally-owned, independent businesses in the Raleigh area. But according to Ryan Shalley, a senior in communications concentrated in public relations, part of the problem is many people do not know exactly what “local” means. “Some of the people we interviewed thought local just meant close to you,” Shalley said. “Some people thought the Harris Teeter in Cameron Village was local.” According to Shop Local Raleigh, for every $100 spent at a local store, $68 will stay in the community economy. However, for every $100 spent at a non-locally owned store, only $42 stays in the community economy. The other money is then lost to other communities. According to Shalley and the organization, there are other benefits to shopping locally. “Products bought locally are unique and buying locally provides job opportunities,” Shalley said. “It’s also eco-friendly in the sense that it saves shipping costs and fuels.” Michael Walden, an agricultural and resource economics professor, said buying locally is a good situation all around. “Buying local can be a winwin for the retailer and for the economy at large,” Walden said. The public relations class is divided into seven groups and
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Browsing through vinyls, Brian Rekuc, a sophomore in textile technology, explores Schoolkids Records. “I’ve never been in here, and I wanted to see what they had,” Rekuc said, “I was looking for some old records you can’t find on CD anymore.” Schoolkids Records is located on Hillsborough Street across from the Belltower.
top 10 reasons to shop local: 1. Buy local to support yourself 2. Keep our community unique 3. Be friendly to our environment 4. Local businesses create more jobs. 5. Get better service 6. 6: Put your taxes to good use
7. 7: Invest in the community 8. 8: Support community groups 9. 9: Competition leads to more choices 10. 10: Encourage future investment Source: shop local raleigh
are all doing public relations for different places around Raleigh. According to Shalley, her group is concentrating on promoting Shop Local Raleigh at N.C. State because students do not always necessarily realize they are a part of Wake County’s economy.
rights under federal and trademark law.” However, Michael Giorlando, Loyola’s athletics director and head men’s basketball coach, told Loyola’s student newspaper, The Maroon, the use of the Wolfpack name has nothing to do with bettering Loyola’s reputation through the use of N.C. State’s, but rather a matter of tradition. “[The Wolfpack] has been our traditional name and logo for years,” Giorlando said. At the same time, here at N.C. State students, such as Nelson Blair, a junior in middle grades language arts and social studies education, said they aren’t pleased that the University’s name is being used elsewhere. “I think it’s good that we sent them the letter because I think it’s great that we are the only school that uses ‘the Wolfpack,’” Blair said. “I get tired of seeing multiple schools with the same mascot, so I’m all for being the only one.” According to Blair, having a unique mascot boosts fan con-
about the student body, not the student body President.” Alex Compton, who has not had any student government experience, said he has “enough diversity [in on-campus activities] to understand student needs,” and cited his participation in the University’s rugby team as one such example of this diversity. “I want to make sure every student’s voice is heard,” Compton said. “I’ll do my best to make sure that every students needs are met.” Leo Verceles-Zara, a junior in biochemistry with no prior Student Government experience, said although he, like every other candidate, believes he is the best one for the job, it’s up to the students
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fidence and morale—something he said every university should strive for. “I just think that having a different mascot than anyone else helps promote school pride,” Blair said. “For us, we’re the only students cheering for the Wolfpack.” While both N.C. State and Loyola universities are just beginning to discuss the ramifications of Loyola also using Wolfpack in association with their athletic programs, junior environmental technology major Boubekeur Dahmane said it is unacceptable for Loyola to continue its use of N.C. State’s historic nickname. “If someone else uses [the Wolfpack], then it becomes meaningless,” Dahmane said. “It’s more than just a logo or a name. It represents every proud member of the Pack at N.C. State.” Erin Clemens of Loyola University contributed to this article.
is the top reason behind this decision. “The University’s strategic plan has identified students as the top priority in the decisions they make in near future,” Stafford said. “By this merger, students would be benefited the most.” John Ambrose, dean of Undergraduate Academic Programs, said budget cuts were also included in the reasoning for the plan. “The possibility of financial savings down the road was certainly in our minds,” Ambrose said. “Besides, the fact that myself and Mr. Stafford will be retiring at the same time would vacate two top positions at the same time. It then makes sense to make the change and have just one position for the merged division. This would also lead to streamlined administrative structure and would increase
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THE FACTS:
The University’s realignment plan has resulted in the merger of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Office for Diversity and Inclusion. The women’s center, GLBT Center and Multicultural Student Affairs are included in this merger
OUR OPINION:
This type of change is an effective way to turn this negative situation into a positive one. Administration should find more programs that would benefit from combining their resources.
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dministrators are currently discussing the merger of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Office for Diversity and Inclusion. Those involved in this merger saw the benefit of having the unified organization. This combination of the two offices allows students to keep their resource centers and reduce redundancy. The idea of a unified organization could not only prove to be influential around campus, but also to the budget at N.C. State. The merger between the two offices will result in the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. As described by the
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faculty of these organizations, the merger will provide more resources to a larger unit of people. This initiative is finally a step in the right direction by University officials. However, as seen in the past, administrators have been known to not keep their word when making decisions for the improvement of our University. Administrators should be commended, but also made accountable for this idea. In contrast to the rash decision to eliminate pre-law ser-
vices last week, administrators have improved their image by demonstrating they are able to make common-sense decisions regarding the welfare of the students. The next is to ensure these steps will be embraced with the same positive attitude as this merger rather than fear and panic. This can only be done by sticking to their decision, but also by having the same mindset when addressing other decisions to be made about the budget cuts. Administrators
should be looking at and evaluating various programs around campus for their eligibility to be combined with another relevant organization. This seemingly simple idea makes complete sense when identifying what programs need to be for the improvement of our University. This idea applied to the Office of Equal Opportunity and the Office for Diversity and Inclusion should demonstrate the ideal way to handle these fearful budget cuts, while preserving jobs and resources to our faculty and students.
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tudents will bevoting for their new set of representatives on March 29. This is a great opportunity for us to mold the future of N.C. State. Student Body Elections are a ver y i mportant event at N.C. State University; we need to act assertively and Pranay vote responDeshpande sibly. This is our chance to Staff columnist shape our future by electing the right candidates, and we need to participate in making it a success. According to the Student Government website, 5,717 completed ballots were cast from a pool of 31,872 students who were eligible to vote. This figure is less than 19 percent of the total student community at N.C. State. The reason for such a low turnout is due to the fact that these elections are not advertised effectively. Students don’t know about the elections and the impacts they have on our lives. On the other hand, few students who are aware of these elections and chose not to vote discard the event as unimportant. We need to rea l i z e t hat these events have the potential to have a tremendous impact on our community. If we choose the candidates that are not right for our representation, we will jeopardize our future and the future of prospective students. In these tough economic times, when budget cuts are looming over N.C. State, this Student Body Election is of extreme importance. The next set of representatives will have the potential to work with administration to pull N.C. State through the budget crisis. The candidates we elect on March 29 will be representatives of a student community, a community more than 33,000 strong. Student Government needs to take responsibility of making every student aware of the elections. More publicity to these elections by Student Government and University administration will help in increasing the voting percentage. The students who don’t
understand the importance of these elections need to realize that if they choose not to vote, they will have no right to judge the new representatives. Those that do choose to vote need to do so not based on campaigning signs, but rather the facts. Students need to gather information before they decide to vote for a candidate. There are plenty of resources available for students willing to look up their representatives. Each candidate has a website; they can email their candidates or find information using Student Government’s website. By gathering information about candidates, they can identify with candidates and their platforms. This will help the student body choose candidates that identify with their own concerns. The elections put a great amount of responsibility on each student at N.C. State. The responsibility is to choose the vision for the future of our University. The election is not a futile exercise and we need to consider its purpose. It gives each individual student a chance to elect their representation in the student government, a purpose to look forward to, an ideology to vote for and a candidate to select. A ll stude nt s t h at don’t vote are indirectly supporting ideologies and candid at e s t h at a re opposite to their v iews a nd thoughts. The moment we choose not to vote, we give a chance to a person whom we never wanted to represent us. This is our chance to participate in the elections and make a difference by choosing the right candidates who are aware of their duties and responsibilities. We need to vote for our future and vote responsibly and make these elections a success, not for the benefit of the candidates but for the benefit of the student body. Send Pranay Deshpande your thoughts on the election to letters@technicianonline.com.
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The 1944-45 pledge class of Alpha Zeta pose for a photo on the steps of Patterson Hall. Agriculture Awareness week, an annual event sponsored by Alpha Zeta, wrapped up Thursday in the Brickyard. Image from University Archives.
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Elimination of pre-law programs: a student’s unfair treatment
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am no Student Body President, I am no Student Senate Member. I am a simple humble student at North Carolina State University Michael and I say to Ramos my leaders: Guest Columnist reinstate the pre-law program and safeguard the educational development of each and every single student at this University. Recent events, such as the decision to eliminate the pre-law services as it seems to be a fruitless program, have made me question what our leaders at State are prioritizing. We are a 33,000 member family that has stood behind this school and its leaders. But when those leaders feel that to save a few dollars the best option is to get rid of a program that is the sole source of advice, information, help and guidance for the generations of law students of today and tomorrow, I believe I do not have the right to feel oppressed and unfairly treated by the very people I relied upon to provide a bright future for me and my peers at this University. Every student at this school; white, black, Asian, international, local, male, female, nerd, jock, gay or straight, deserves the right to pursue what they truly wish to pursue. I know that there are several hundreds,
if not thousands, of students at this University who would like to pursue law, or at least who have a general interest in the program. Administration, I do not expect this message to be taken lightly. Nor do I even expect it to be taken seriously. What is one s t ude nt i n 33,000 writing going to do anything? What difference does he feel he can make in our minds? I warn every single one of you that there will be many people on this campus that will be disenfranchised and feel completely let down and alone if you cut their lines of advice and guidance. We are the University. We are the Wolfpack. That is what makes us a part of this University. It would be a failure of this proud institution to not provide even one student the chance to fulfill his or her dreams. It is up to us, together, to do this. But if we are alienated by the very people we rely upon and cannot elect them to lead us, then it is the collective failure of the University to provide for its students and every person that has called him or herself a member of the Wolfpack to look at the legacy we have tarnished. For the alumni, for the students of today and for the stu-
dents of tomorrow, focus your efforts on providing for the students of this University or pay the consequences later of losing prospective students, losing current students, facing the mass disenfranchisement of students, t he d i scontent of performance of its leaders and helping create positions in all graduate schools that will be filled by other students from other institutions. And it all starts with the elimination of educational programs and advising.
“No. I don’t see enough cultural diversity in events. I feel there should be more ethnically diverse shows and events here.” Tommy Barrow senior, biochemistry
“I believe I do not have the right to feel oppressed and unfairly treated...”
Michael Ramos is a sophomore in biological sciences. He is interest ed in law and uses the pre-law services at N.C. State. Send Michael Ramos your thoughts on pre-law service cuts to letters@technicianonline. com.
“I don’t know. Race isn’t a big deal...but yeah, [N.C. State] supports it. We have people from all over the world here.” James Phillips sophomore, electrical engineering
“I think so. There is the Free Expression Tunnel and there are plenty of programs on campus. [N.C. State] is open to all kinds of viewpoints.” Alex Weikel freshman, aerospace engineering
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Students unveil the meaning of the Muslim hijab The Muslim Student Association hosted the event Behind the Veil to open discussion about the headscarf. Mark Herring Life & Style Editor
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Kate Watkins, freshman in international studies, particiapted in the Behind the Veil portion of Islamic Awareness Week at Riddick Hall, Wednesday. A member of Campus Crusade for Christ, Watkins at one point said, “You guys are doing a great job”. She and other female non-Muslim volunteers wore the veil -known as the hijab- during the duration of the day to better understand the freedoms along with the constraints of the Muslim attire and how it’s associated with it’s religion.
Donning a colorful scarf over her neck and hair, Kate Watkins, freshman in international studies, walked into her yoga class and quickly drew the attention of peers. As a participant in Behind the Veil, an educational event sponsored by the Muslim Student Association, Watkins and other nonMuslim students wore the hijab for a day. “I think it’s important to understand people who are different than me by walking in their shoes before I make any judgments,” Watkins said. The cultural exchange of wearing the hijab extends past the realm of apparel and covers the aspect of the hijab as a lifestyle choice. As a requirement for women in the Koran, the hijab carries a spiritual significance for many young women. A cloud of controversy has surrounded this Muslim garment and event organizers said they chose to do this exchange to demonstrate the true meaning of the hijab and to clarify common misconceptions. “This isn’t a symbol of oppression,” Fatima Fareed, a freshman in elementary education, said. “As a woman I feel liberated while wearing the hijab, and there is no contradiction. It’s a sign of modesty and respect and I feel empowered to do so.” The event included a panel discussion with three Muslim women—two who chose to
Diversity fashion show to display culture and style on Centennial Administrative-initiated and student-led effort seeks to unify students through cultural events. Zachary Diezel Science & Tech Editor
There are few events where one can see southeast Indian dancing, kimonos and a modeling troupe all on one stage. Friday’s Diversity Week Talent/Fashion Show will be such a place. The show will be one of the final events of the University’s first annual Diversity Week. “We have EKTAA, which means ‘unity’ in Hindi,” Hema Patel, a sophomore in political science and student government diversity commission vice president, said. “It’s a south Asian organization here on campus. They will be represented in the fashion show. We
have the Japan club showing off their kimonos.” Among those in the talent show are the black finesse modeling troupe, a Pakistani student association dancing group, Lambda Beta Psi Incorporated fraternity and a member Native American Student Association will perform an elaborate dance, according to Patel. Patel said the goal is to establish a new tradition on campus. “I feel like diversity should be a tradition here at N.C. State,” Patel said. “If we have RecFest as tradition here, or Agriculture Awareness week, why not Diversity Week as well?” According to Patel, the idea for a diversity week originated with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. “At the end of last year…Dr. Robinson approached Kelly Hook to have a diversity week on our campus,” Patel said.
“Kelly Hook had a lot on her plate already, so she went to the [diversity] commission.” After the concept arrived at the door of Student Government, Jermey Cooper, the chair of Student Government’s diversity committee took a leadership role, according to Patel. Patel said Diversity Week is not in response to one specific event, but rather a “culmination of things.” “There have been a lot of instances here on campus where some groups have been negatively targeted,” Patel said, “That shouldn’t happen here, especially since we’re college students. We should be more inclusive. That is when we feel strongly about this. We didn’t want Diversity Week to just go away…. we went ahead with the programs, and we wanted
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wear the headdress and one woman who chose not to wear it yet. “Never had I been ashamed of being Muslim,” Sameen Mujtaba, a junior in polymer color chemistry said while telling her narrative of when she started wearing the hijab. “When I was younger I used to wear capris but one day I met a girl who converted to Islam wearing the hijab. It made a lasting impression on me.” There is a recommended age in Islam, at around puberty, when it’s appropriate to don the hijab, which is only the headscarf—not to be confused with the burqa, which is a fullbody covering. However, many young women are encouraged to take their time when considering when to put on the hijab. “Of course, if it’s forced upon you, you won’t understand its importance and coersion is counterproductive,” Doaa Dorgham, a junior in psychology, said. As event organizer and fellow hijabi (one who wears the hijab), Dorgham said Muslim women should only wear the hijab when they are most comfortable doing so. “It’s not worth it just going through the motions. Islam doesn’t just consider your actions, but also your intentions.” The theme of modesty reappeared throughout the panel discussion, and the panelists described their perspectives of modesty not just regarding physical appearance, but also decent behavior. “When I was thinking about modesty,” Mujtaba said, “I thought that someone who isn’t modest is someone who’s trying too hard—trying too hard to impress someone. A lot of the stuff I’m inclined to do is probably more geared to
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A group of Muslim students listened to head speaker Doaa Dorgham as she discussed women of Islam religion and their struggles and triumphs surrounding hijab at Riddick Hall on Wednesday.
impressing someone, and I’m guilty for that. But wearing the hijab reminds me to be sincere and be myself.” Dorgham said that the hijab doesn’t define her, but she rather defines herself and her hijabi lifestyle. “I worked it to that the hijab being a part of me,” Dorgham said between mediating the panel. “If someone wears a scarf, it doesn’t mean that they are better than those who don’t.” Iqra Chhotani, a senior in biological sciences, is of Pakistani descent and sat on the discussion panel as the non-Hijabi. Although she recounted personal conflict and self-debate about her role as a Muslim, she said she will eventually wear the scarf. “I don’t feel that I’m ready,” Chhotani said. “Coming to college, and despite being a senior, I don’t know everything about
who I am or who I want to be. I’m taking the steps to being a better person and Muslim. When I feel like I can look at myself in the mirror and say, ‘Wow, I can carry the name of being a Muslim,’ and be proud about it more than I already am, that’s when I can wear it.” The conversation of the significance of the hijab continued for nearly two hours. The end the discussion was opened to broader questions not just regarding the hijab but Muslim practices and culture as well. The non-Muslim women who chose to take part in the social experiment recounted their experiences and Watkins said her view of the hijab and Islam changed. “I think that many people get bogged down on one side of the argument,” Watkins said. “It’s a very beautiful expression of faith and I have learned lessons that I can apply to my Christian
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“I was so excited for the chance to compete with the other awesome designers,” Rhodes said. “This will help me for contests to come in the future.” The outfits were critiqued on their Brooke Shafranek creativity and sustainability by the Staff Writer judges. However, the vote on the Sporting used thrift-store cloth- best ones was left to the audience ing, models displayed a side of style members. The two models that walked for that’s often neglected—sustainability. This new trend in fashion Rhodes were Raven Hawks and has grown recently due to rising Christina Bellville. The outfits created by the designawareness of the environment. On Wednesday, N.C. State students ers were later raffled off to audience demonstrated both their creativity members. Reusable Runway was styled afand “green” conscious in the Reuster the hit television series Project able Runway fashion show. Reusable Runway gave fashion Runway. Sophomore in meteorolcontestants the chance to become ogy John Cornett played the “Tim designers with styles that were smart Gunn,” of the program, emulating about going green, showcasing thrift the fashion celebrity of Project Runstore clothing and how they can be way. “I was really impressed with the made new again. The Tuesday night before the fash- designers,” Cornett said. “I was ion show, the designers gathered to blown away by how fast and innocreate their outfits that would be vative the designers were. They took old, ratty clothes modeled on a that looked like catwalk the folcrap and turned lowing evening. them into someThe models thing modern were there to and stylish.” help the designMathew Peers and all the terson, a senior clothing used i n biolog ic a l was purchased sc ienc e s a nd from the Goodthe Sustainabilwill thrift store ity Committee in dow ntow n Chair in IRC, Raleigh, with was deemed the f unding proKendre Davis, sophomore in “sustainability v ided by t he psychology expert” judge. Inter-Residence “Since t he Council. Many council members, as well as non- clothes were bought from Goodmembers volunteered for the pro- will,” Peterson said, “it makes the gram. The goal of Reusable Run- event very local. There’s no shipway was to put a sustainable spin ping cost—no gas for shipping—so there’s a huge fossil fuel saver.” on style. Peterson said the event promoted The competition kicked off on Wednesday in Riddick Hall with being reusable by going to thrift a ten-minute video of the previous stores instead of a company that night’s designing activities. After the produced a new product. video, the runway became the center Jeffrey Florence, a sophomore in of attention as the models strutted psychology, was one of many attendtheir stuff and showed off the de- ees of Reusable Runway. signers’ styles. “I heard about it through IRC,” The three designing contestants said Florence. “And I was very enwere Jasmine Rhodes, Morgan Wolf tertained by the designers and the and Thea Long. Jasmine Rhodes models. I was very impressed by the was declared the winner of the com- designers. I know I can’t do somepetition by a panel of judges com- thing like that. I really enjoyed it.” Kendre Davis, a sophomore in prised of John Cornett, Megan Lee, psychology and the Vice President Mathew Peterson and Saul Flores. This was the first competition that of Programming for IRC, said the Rhodes, a junior in fashion and tex- event was a success. “The models were inexperienced tiles management, had participated and a little hesitant to get out [on the in.
“The models were inexperienced and a little hesitant to get out [on the runway], but they did an awesome job...”
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Christina Belville, a sophomore in English, celebrated after the outfit created by Jasmine Rhodes, a junior in fashion and textile management, received good reviews from the panel of judges for the Reuseable Runaway contest sponsored by Inter-Residence Council.
runway], but they did an awesome job and the designers were great and made awesome outfits.” According to Davis, the focus of the event was “showing residents how reusing is one of the best ways to be sustainable and this is a really easy change, and how a little hunting and piecing together can make an inexpensive, sustainable and fashion forward wardrobe.” There are plans for Reusable Runway to return in future semesters so students can see how easy it is to look good and go green.
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Ashleigh Griffin, a freshman in psychology, wore a great outfit for balmy weather, consisting of a white Billabong dress (PacSun, $5), sandals (PacSun, $5) and earrings from Francesca’s ($3). Some of Griffin’s favorite stores are Gap and PacSun. “My style tends to be girly-casual,” Griffin said. “I’m also really inspired by Marilyn Monroe and 1950s fashion!”Griffin’s favorite pieces for the spring are sundresses.
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Morgan Wolf, a sophomore in fashion and textile management, adjusted her model’s collar as he prepared to represent Wolf’s designs on the runway Wednesday evening. “The hardest part is not being able to use a sewing machine [and] the easiest part is thinking of the outfit,” Wolf said.
Javada Hunter, a freshman in communications, donned black leggings ($10) with layered black and white tank tops ($5 each) and a belt ($15), all from Target. She sported a Gap denim jacket ($40), black flats (Target, $15), and a headband with a sequined black bow (Wet Seal, $7). Her look was finished off with rhinestone-covered sunglasses, purchased at Wet Seal for $7. Hunter’s favorite stores include Charlotte Russe, Forever 21 and Wet Seal.
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them to happen this year.” The creators of Diversity Week said they aimed to publicize the variety of ethnic and cultural clubs that exist on campus and to raise awareness about the programs they offer. “We just want to combine all the groups together because there has never been a unity of N.C. State campus,” Patel said. “That is all our main goal is. No one really knew that we have a Japan club, a Chinese undergrad student association, Caribbean student association.” Diversity Week consists of several events from Monday through Saturday, ranging from movies to seminars on a wide range of topics, from oppression to the lack of water in other countries. According to Patel, these events counted towards FYC forum credit. “We talked with an FYC director and we asked her, to get the word out, if we could make it a forum event,” Patel said. “They need diversity points as well, so if [FYC students] came out to events, they would get points.”
Despite the publicity across campus and via Facebook, attendance has been low to some events, according to Alexis Gajadhar, a sophomore in animal science and student government diversity committee secretary. “We had about 220 people confirmed on Facebook, but we had an event yesterday [Tuesday] and no one showed up,” Gajadhar said. “We’re learning from this.” Despite the disappointments of low turnout to some events, University officials are still pleased with the efforts of the students involved. “It’s a student lead initiative,” said Jo-Ann Robinson, assistant vice provost for student diversity. “We’re very excited to see their desire to create an inclusive and diversity campus community.” Joanne Woodard, vice provost for equal opportunity & equity, praised the students for their efforts. “Many individuals have worked together to Diversity Week happen, and we are looking forward to the program expanding,” Woodard said.
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programs nearby (Ohio State and Xavier). The Bearcats eventually decided on Mick Cronin from Murray State. Cronin recently led Cincinnati to its first NCAA Tournament appearance as a member of the Big East. After all is said and not very much is done, the bottom line is this: If the sources at Arizona are correct and Miller has no interest in taking the job, it may inadvertently end up being a better situation for a midmajor candidate to step in. Not only would they be cheaper, but the expectation level would not be in the stratosphere like it could be if Miller ended up being Raleigh-bound. However, no matter who ends up patrolling the sidelines in November, one thing is a lock—State students can definitely come up with something more original than, “It’s Miller Time”.
sources of offense besides the long ball. “[There’s] no reason for this offense to not be scoring more runs than we’re scoring,” Avent said. “We have a little bit of speed, we have good athletes, and we play hard. We just have to come out and relax, know we can play well, keep plugging and we’ll get better.” Junior right-hander Cory Mazzoni will take the bump for the Pack on Friday entering with a 1-2 record and a 3.31 ERA. Mazzoni has been State’s most consistent starting pitcher, but has been the victim of a few crooked innings that have cost him. Avent is uncertain of who will pitch Saturday and Sunday, but righthanded sophomore Danny Healey (1-2, 6.49 ERA) will start one of those games. Freshman lefty D.J. Thomas (0-1, 4.85 ERA) is expected to get his first start of the season as the Wolfpack hopes someone will step up as the third weekend starter. “We k now Clemson, they’re a good ball club,” Avent said. “But hey, we’re playing at home, we love playing at home and it should be a fun weekend.”
of atmosphere that you want to be in in order to be motivated to do well.” A total of 57 men’s teams and 61 women’s teams will compete in the Raleigh Relays with familiar conference foes like Florida State and North Carolina, also scheduled to participate. Sophomore Ben Major, who will compete in the 100 and 200 meter dashes along with the 4x100 and 4x200 relays, said he is excited for the relay events because the team is strong in that area. “The east region is one of the hardest regions in track and field. You can ask anyone in the country and they will tell you that,” Major said. “I’m pretty excited about relays because across the team, our relays have been pretty strong this year coming off a great indoor season, so hopefully we can take that momentum and carry it to outdoor.” Major’s goal for the weekend is to run the 200 meter sprint under 20.8 seconds, which would better his time at the 49ers Classic meet by .55 seconds. Before coming to N.C. State however, Major was a 400 meter hurdler. But Reese thought he was in the wrong place and moved him to sprints. “He’s quite capable of be-
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Chipping to set up a par on hole 17, sophomore Amanda Baker finished with a 9-over 81 in the first round at the Tar Heel Invitational on October 8th, 2010.
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simply hoping to just get back to basics at the Bryan National Collegiate. “In my past few tournaments of the season I have had a lot in my head and kind of not allowed me to play so well,” Marchand said. “So in this tournament I am trying to just play my own game, play the way I know I can play and just play the way I used to play in-
stead of allowing my emotions and my head get in the way.” With Baker as the lone upperclassman, the golf team is still extremely young and improving day by day, which is all that Marsh can ask for. “What is happening is when you have a young squad that is getting a lot of experience, they become seasoned earlier and that is exciting for the longevity of this team,” Marsh said. “They are where they are in their game and they just keep improving and moving.”
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ing a competitive 400 hurdler, but at the same time he is a great sprinter,” Reese said. “I train him differently because my other hurdlers are more of endurance, but Ben is more of speed.” Two-sport athlete T.J. Graham is not expected to run in this meet due to spring football practice commencing last week. Despite a busy schedule, Graham makes it to as many practices and meets as he can while fulfilling his football obligations. Last year’s Raleigh Relays were marred by rainy conditions and this year could possibly lead to the same. According to The Weather Channel, the event should see partly cloudy skies with a chance of rain both days. Major hopes the weather will hold off until later but does not mind if there is a slight rain or drizzle because it will not stop him from running. “Mid 60’s is nice because once you get running, that’s still pretty good temperatures to run in,” Major said. “But if it rains, it rains, and if it doesn’t, it doesn’t. Hopefully we have good weather conditions, but no matter what, I’m still going to try and accomplish my goals.”
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COUNTDOWN
• 22 days until the 3rd annual Kay Yow Spring Football Game
INSIDE
• Page 7: A continuation of the stories on the Raleigh Relays, women’s golf and commentary on the men’s basketball coaching search.
TECHNICIAN
BASEBALL
Sporting News ranks 1974 Wolfpack No. 7 all-time N.C. State’s 1974 championship team was ranked the seventhbest all-time by Sporting News, which used a panel consisting of former players, coaches and various basketball contributors. Led by the legendary David Thompson, the Wolfpack ended UCLA’s streak of seven straight NCAA championships by beating the Bruins in the Final Four in a double-overtime thriller, 80-77, before defeating Marquette in the finals. Thompson, who averaged 26 points and 7.9 rebounds that season, highlighted a dynamic trio that included 5’7” point guard Monte Towe and 7’4” center Tommy Burleson. Just to get into the NCAA tournament, the Pack had to get past a strong Maryland team, led by ACC greats Len Elmore and John Lucas, in the conference tournament final.
GREATEST COLLEGE BASKETBALL TEAMS OF ALL TIME 1. 1966-67 UCLA Bruins 2. 1972-73 UCLA Bruins 3. 1975-76 Indiana Hoosiers 4. 1981-82 UNC Tar Heels 5. 1954-55 San Francisco Dons 6. 1990-91 UNLV Rebels 7. 1973-74 N.C. State Wolfpack 8. 1991-92 Duke Blue Devils 9. 1983-84 Georgetown Hoyas 10. 1995-96 Kentucky Wildcats
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Lassiter signs with Red Bulls Former N.C. State soccer standout Tyler Lassiter signed with Red Bull New York on Wednesday after the forward was selected with the 30th overall pick in the 2010 MLS SuperDraft. The Durham native was the Wolfpack’s leader in goals scored (six), as well as assists (six) and points (18) during his senior season. Lassiter was also named to the ACC’s All-Freshman team following his rookie campaign and named second team All-ACC as a sophomore.
Pack hosts Clemson in ACC home opener Baseball team looks to recover after 1-5 start in conference play. Jeff Fonza Staff Writer
The N.C. State baseball team returns to Doak Field at Dail Park for its first home ACC series this weekend as it hosts the No. 15 Clemson Tigers (12-7, 3-3 ACC) beginning Friday in a three-game series. The Wolfpack (12-10, 1-5 ACC) will look to bounce back in conference play after starting 1-5, losing two of three games to Duke and dropping all three games last weekend to No. 17 Georgia Tech. It won’t be easy in a conference as tough as the ACC, but the Pack intends to climb out of an early hole and realizes the importance of this series as the team looks to make the ACC and NCAA tournaments. “Once you get into ACC play, every weekend is big” junior infielder Andrew Ciencin said. “I think everyone knows what it takes to be good in this league now with two weekends under our belt. Taking two or three from Clemson would be huge.” Clemson has established itself as one of the most consistent college baseball programs in the country. The Tigers are coming off a 2010 season where they reached the College World Series and come into the weekend with a five-game winning streak after winning two games in a mid-
week series against Elon and sweeping Duke last weekend at home. The Tigers are averaging over eight runs a game and batting .335 as a team led by Spencer Kieboom’s .455 batting average and 15 RBI’s. The Pack will also have to look out for Phil Pohl who is hitting .426 with a pair of home runs and 14 RBI’s, as well as Chris Epps, who leads the team in home runs (four) and stolen bases (six). Will Lamb will also look to extend his current 11-game hitting streak against the Pack. Clemson will send righthander Scott Weismann to the mound today where he will look to pick up his third win of the season. He is currently 2-2 with a 5.84 ERA in five starts. The Tigers have yet to determine a pitcher for Saturday’s matchup, but righty Scott Firth will make his second start of the season in the series finale on Sunday. He boasts a 1-0 record with a 2.93 ERA and has also made four relief appearances this season. State is coming off two wins over Northwestern this past week and continues to search for the right balance and mix of players as it heads into the bulk of the ACC season. The Pack has pitched well for the most part, but coach Elliott Avent and his staff are still waiting for someone to emerge as the team’s third weekend starter. The Wolfpack has also shown glimpses of batting capability, but has been unable to put it all together up to now. “Are we doing everything right? Heck no. Are we still fighting the game a little bit and fighting ourselves? Yea,” Avent said. “But are they hanging in there; are they giving every-
TRACK AND FIELD
Pack looks to keep ball rolling after a strong final round at the LSU Invitational.
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Today RALEIGH RELAYS Paul Derr Track, 10:15 a.m. BASEBALL VS CLEMSON Doak Field at Dail Park, 6:30 p.m. MEN’S TENNIS @ GEORGIA TECH Atlanta, Ga., 2:30 p.m. Saturday BASEBALL VS. CLEMSON Doak Field at Dail Park, 6:30 p.m. WOMEN’S TENNIS AT GEORGIA TECH Atlanta, Ga., noon SOFTBALL AT GEORGIA TECH Atlanta, Ga., 1 and 3 p.m. (doubleheader)
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Sprinters Gabrielle Daniel and Paige Eley hand the baton off at the end the first leg of the 4x200 meter relay at the 2010 Raleigh Relays. The two-day event is expected to attract over 2,000 participants.
Athletes excited for Raleigh Relays In the only home meet of the season, Wolfpack athletes look for strong showing against stiff competition. Rebecca Fiorentino
QUOTE OF THE DAY “It’s a big competition and is going to be very competitive.” assistant track coach Terry Reese
The power numbers have also gone down as the Pack has only hit eight home runs through its first 20 games compared to 30 at this point last season. Some of it may be in part to new NCAA regulated bats that are designed to hit more like wooden bats, but regardless of the reason, the team will have to look for other
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Women’s golf set for Bryan Collegiate
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thing they’ve got? You better believe it.” With the exception of sophomore infielder Chris Diaz who is hitting a team-high .368 and Pratt Maynard who is batting .341 and leading the team with 15 RBI’s, the rest of the offense has been mostly quiet. State is averaging 5.2 runs per game and hitting .282 as a team, a significant drop-off from last season’s nationally ranked offense.
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Junior third baseman Andrew Ciencin throws the ball to first during the Pack’s game against Northwestern on Wednesday. Ciencin broke a 5-5 tie in the eighth inning with an RBI double, helping the Pack to an 8-7 victory.
Staff Writer
Each year, thousands of athletes, coaches and fans gather at Paul Derr Track for one of the largest track and field meets in the Southeast—the Raleigh Relays. In the Wolfpack’s only home meet of the season, the Raleigh Relays allows the men’s and women’s track and field teams to showcase their skills against some of the stiffest competition in the nation. It also gives Pack athletes the chance to compete in
front of family and friends. For freshmen sprinter Kerrie Davis, who will participate in her first Raleigh Relays competition this weekend, the thought of performing in front of friends and family is both nerve-wracking and exciting at the same time. “We’re at home, so it’s a little bit different atmosphere,” Davis said. “We’re hoping to have a lot of people supporting us which will lead us to faster times and much more improvement.” Assistant coach Terry Reese expects to see around 2,000 or more athletes competing in this meet, which will be blanketed with fierce competition. “It’s a big competition and is going to be very competitive,” Reese said. “But that’s the kind
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The women’s golf team will travel down to Greensboro this weekend to play in its first local tournament of the spring season as it tees it up for the Bryan National Collegiate at the Par-72 Bryan’s Park Champions Course. The 17-team field offers a wide variety of talent, while providing the Pack with an opportunity to compete against many of the ACC schools right before the ACC Tournament begins April 14th. North Carolina, Duke, Wake Forest, Florida State and Virginia will all be playing in the tournament, giving State a great opportunity to see how it stacks up against the rest of the ACC. “This tournament is going to be a really good test for us,” senior Brooke Baker said. “We are going to see a lot of really good teams; there will be a lot of topranked teams there.” During the spring season, the team has struggled a bit with consistency, finishing tied for seventeenth, tied for sixth and ninth in the three tournaments it has played so far this season. However, the Pack has begun to turn
it on lately, firing a 7-over 295 in the final round of the LSU Invitational, helping the team finish ahead of seven nationally ranked teams. “The last four rounds we have played, the team has done so well and they have had many of their own personal best scores,” coach Page Marsh said. “So having your personal best means a lot of times, your team has its personal best.” And many of the players believe that the finish at the LSU Invitational helped provide the team with a much-needed confidence boost and hopefully the team will be able to ride the wave of momentum into this weekend’s tournament. “It was a great confidence booster for me personally and for our team as well,” Baker said. “It helped us get out of a little rut and gave us some confidence going into this tournament.” However, not every player seems to be as confident as Baker. After winning a tournament during the fall season and averaging a team-best score of 75.3 per round, freshman Brittany Marchand has struggled to find her stroke during the spring season. In the three tournaments so far, Marchand is averaging a score of 79.7 per round, including a 35-over during the last tournament. Marchand is
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COMMENTARY
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he search for N.C. State’s 19th head basketball coach has been laced with irony since day one. After spending nearly a week and a half staring down a short list of high-profile candidates, many members of Wolfpack Nation are convinced that the road Sean leading back Fairholm to n at ion a l prominence Staff Writer shou ld only be paved in “It’s Miller Time” t-shirts and a 2-3 million dollar salary, which would be the highest paying gig in the ACC. And what’s even more unfamiliar than State possibly being the highest paying job in the triangle? The opinion that Arizona head coach Sean Miller is not what State needs regardless of whether he wants to come to Raleigh. While it would be difficult to pass over a young, proven coach with a great deal of upside, it seems as though interest among fans in taking the same approach as the Wildcats did in 2009 when they hired Miller, is very minimal. The reason State is interested in Miller in the first place is that he successfully transitioned from a school in a midmajor conference to big-time basketball program. In fact, he’s not the only name on the media-manufactured short list that did exactly the same thing. While Miller came over from Xavier, Mike Brey came from Delaware, Mark Turgeon came from Wichita State, and Mark Fox came from Nevada. If these are some of the best names that are potentially available to Athletics Director Debbie Yow in the coming weeks, it should be duly noted that each of these coaches didn’t just swap ladders to get to their respective positions— they climbed it. As March Madness continues, it’s also important to note that currently successful programs didn’t pry away their coach from another “BCS Conference” school. Out of the teams that made it to the sweet sixteen in this year’s NCAA Tournament, nine coaches were hired from mid-major programs and two coaches got their jobs because they were previously assistants at their respective schools. Among the universities not in this category are UNC and Kansas. N.C. State is not UNC or Kansas. While luring Brad Stevens away from Butler will be difficult considering he’s under contract for another decade, he’s not the only mid-major candidate available. VCU’s Shaka Smart, Belmont’s Rick Byrd, Wichita State’s Gregg Marshall, and Xavier’s Chris Mack have all established themselves as viable candidates. That being said, there are certainly no candidates taylormade for the State job. A large reason why is that it’s difficult to compare the situation at N.C. State with any other institution. One comparison can be made to Cincinnati when they went looking for a coach in 2006. Like State, Cincy headed into the search with tradition (two national titles), relatively new facilities (state-of-the-art athletic complex built in February of 2006), the lure of playing in a major basketball conference (the Big East), and the ever present issue of being overshadowed by more successful
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