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Mayoral, city council elections today Five Raleigh districts and a mayoral position are up for the taking. John Wall

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Chancellor wary of joining Twitterverse Students and Chancellor weigh the pros and cons of University leaders joining Twitter.w

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“We are looking to continue extending... those improvements we have made between Oberlin [Road] and Gardner Street.”

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Students will have the opportunity to vote for a new mayor and Raleigh City Council members Tuesday. Three candidates are on the ballot for the mayoral race—Nancy McFarlane, Billie Redmond and Randall Williams. The first to announce a run for the mayoral position, Nancy McFarlane is a city councilor and registered Independent. Current Raleigh mayor Billie Redmond Charles Meeker officially endorsed McFarlane Oct. 3. Meeker is stepping Occupation: CEO of Coldwell Banker down from the position after 10 years Party: Republican at the helm. Policy position: Rewarding system Redmond, a Republican, is the to attract jobs, partner students and owner and CEO of Coldwell Banker businesses to improve education Commercial Trademark Properties and was the second person to announce her run. The last to enter the race was Ran- pus itself, he helps make decisions and carries favor over dall Williams, a areas directly adRepublican and jacent. doctor of obstetHillsborrics and gynecolough Street and ogy. Western BouleA total of five vard fall under districts make up Crowder’s juristhe City Council, diction, a long all of which are with the remainup for grabs. der of the SouthThomas west corner of the Crowder of Discity. trict D, which “[District D] encompasses is basically the land surroundThomas Crowder of District D Southwest quading campus, is rant of the city, running unopand N.C. State takes up a big geoposed in this election cycle. Crowder has been at the helm of graphic area of that,” Crowder said. Decisions relating to construction District D since 2003. Although he does not control activity on the cam- on Hillsborough Street, through pub-

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Occupation: Pharmacist Party: Independent Policy position: Expanding transportation, encouraging small business

Occupation: Doctor Party: Republican Policy position: Fiscal conservative, attracting jobs through low taxes

lic funding such as municipal bonds, fall under Crowder’s district. On August 2, the city council voted unanimously to put a bond referendum on the ballot for Tuesday, according to the City of Raleigh Website. Part of that referendum, which is “roughly a $70 million bond,” is $1 million that would go toward Hillsborough Street, according to Crowder. “Part of that bond is $1 million to continue the next phase of design work so that we will have a budget to put together for funding the second phase of Hillsborough Street,” Crowder said. “[The money] is for design and planning.” Crowder outlined which section of Hillsborough Street design work would be applied to. “We are looking to continue on toward Faircloth [Street], extending

those improvements we have made between Oberlin [Road] and Gardner Street,” Crowder said. Improvements have been made to Western Boulevard during Crowder’s tenure as well. “We did quite a few improvements to Western Boulevard several years ago that was part of an upgrade with multipurpose paths and landscaping projects,” Crowder said. The referendum contains two bonds — $40 million for transportation and $16 million in housing bonds totaling $56 million. Hillsborough funds come from the transportation bond. If both are passed, funds will be

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Blue light phones to get upgrade Campus Police may use cameras in some of the emergency stations.

Students are debating whether or not Chancellor Randy Woodson should join the Twitter bandwagon. Both the students and Woodson himself are torn on the actual decision to do so. Chancellor Randy Woodson, appointed in January 2010, said he is too busy to focus on a Twitter account. “I’m working hard to cultivate new donors to the University so we can grow our endowment to keep our tuition low,” he said. “Being the chancellor of this University is like being the CEO of a large company because N.C. State has a budget of $1.4 billion, 10,000 employees and 34,000 students. My main focus needs to be in running this organization and keeping it strong.” Woodson’s UNC-Chapel Hill counterpart Holden Thorp, on the other hand, has 5,722 followers, with his tweets dating back to Dec. 5, 2010. Trying to keep Woodson up-to-date is Chandler Thompson, student body president and one of the foremost advocates for Chancellor Woodson getting a Twitter. “One thing the student government has wanted is the administration to be more accessible to students,” Thompson said. “[Social media sites] are the number one way students get their news and information.” Thompson is an avid user of the many avenues of networking available to students. “As student body president, I try to communicate as many ways as possible. I tweet. Student government has

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The University’s aging “blue light” emergency phones could get an upgrade to include cameras as early as next year. According to Scott McInturf, department head of the University’s Environmental Health and Public Safety Administration (EHPSA), the department installed three cameras in blue light phones on Centennial Campus to research the feasibility of bringing emergency services and surveillance on campus up to date. Although the cameras are not yet active, McInturf said the goal is to start operation and data collecting by the end of the fall. The University has more than 400 blue light emergency telephone boxes spread throughout campus. According to campus tour guides, two sets of blue strobe lights from the emergency call boxes should be visible from any point on campus. The emergency poles are activated when the red button on the pole is tyler andrews/Technician pressed. The telephone box connects directly to the University Police Emer- A designated emergency (blue light) phone outside of The Free Expression tunnel Monday. The emergency phones gency Communications Center, which are meant to provide safety services to the NCSU community. can trace the call. “Even the ones that are recorded are Various options have only been exThe current system is old, however, a few potential changes to the blue light phones in usually for non-emergency purposes plored since the end of spring 2011. according to Jon Over the past summer, different order to make such as a car that needs to be towed, Barnwell, deputy cameras have been added to three them more cost- etc,” he said. chief of the UniThe EHPSA is thus attempting to blue light poles on Centennial efficient and efversity Police Defective in light bring the blue light poles into the Campus, but they are still marked partment. of recent a nd modern era by adding cameras to as “under repair” and are not fully “Current blue expected budget them that would be able to zoom in activated, McInturf said. Nothing light phones are cuts. All of the on any emergency event that occurred, is certain yet regarding the future f rom pre-celof the blue light poles, he said. blue light polls Barnwell said. lular times and “We are attempting to improve One possibility that is being exare still comwere intended Jon Barnwell, deputy chief of the the blue light poles’ technology and plored is having multiple cameras pletely funded as a means of University Police Department by the University, on a single pole: one might be used possibly reduce the number of tocommunicating for parking lot surveillance, while McInturf said. t hroug h ca mThe phones are seldom used now, the other would be activated when pus,” he said. an emergency button was pushed. The EHPSA is experimenting with Barnwell said. light continued page 3

“The ones that are recorded are usually for non-emergency purposes.”

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11:16 a.m. | Larceny ES King Village Report of juveniles attempting to steal bicycle. Subjects were found to be in possession of stolen bicycle. Subjects were trespassed from campus. Juvenile petitions are pending.

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3:38 p.m. | Breaking & Entering - Auto Coliseum Deck Non-student reported vehicle had been entered and GPS taken.

68/60 Chance of rain in the afternoon.

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October 8 11:12 a.m. | Suspicious Person Butler Communications Report of items taken from truck. It was determined items were for departmental event.

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Transportation Updates State Fair Wolfline Service Impacts (Oct. 13-23) Due to heavy traffic, the Wolfline cannot serve the Centennial Biomedical Campus (CVM) during the State Fair time frame (Oct. 1323). The closest CVM Wolfline bus stop is a temporary stop located on Westchase Boulevard near Blue Ridge Road. The Carter-Finley Park & Ride Lot will be temporarily relocated to the northwest corner of the current P&R lot and Wolfline riders will board/deboard at Westchase Boulevard (bottom of steps) beginning Thursday, Oct. 13 through the duration of the State Fair. Rt. 6 Carter-Finley will continue to serve the relocated Park & Ride lot, but will be detoured. Hillsborough Street stops west of Faircloth/Gorman Street will not be served. The Carter-Finley Park & Ride Lot returns to its normal location and Rt. 6 resumes its regular route Monday, Oct. 24. Source: Kim Paylor Transit Manager

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photo By Vanessa Movasseghi illiam Stewart, a senior in aerospace engineering, and Kasey Horton, a senior in aerospace and mechanical engineering, set up a turbo jet engine for a MAE 466 lab. “The purpose of the lab is to compare a jet engine with an electric motor,” Stewart said.

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Today Kirk Adam – Modern Abstracts All Day Crafts Center An exhibition of acrylic paintings by local artist and Crafts Center instructor Kirk Adam. Intramural Sports Registration All Day Online Registration is open for NFL Pick’M. Sign up online at http://ncsu.edu/stud_affairs/ campus_rec/intramural/. The Urge to Draw, the Cause to Reflect: Drawings, Sketchbooks, Provocations All Day D.H. Hill Library Gallery The exhibit features drawings and sketchbooks by College of Design Dean Marvin J. Malecha, FAIA. Women Empowered: Inspiring change in an emerging world All Day African American Cultural Center Gallery

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Pink Ribbon Bagel Campaign All Day, Multi-Day Event Panera Bread locations in Wake County Throughout the month of October, our Wake County bakery-cafes will donate 10 cents from the sale of each Pink Ribbon Bagel to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Also, throughout the month of October, we will donate $1 from the sale of each Baker’s Dozen. Fab Lab 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Brickyard The mobile Fab Lab allows student to utilize technologies and engineering tools to create and innovate their own ideas. Students will be able to create 3D products, customize T-shirts, engrave key chains and pint glasses, and explore the possibilities of creating through the use of technology. The event and materials are free. Earth With Meaning: Photographs of Alan Cohen noon-8 p.m. Alan Cohen “makes visible the unseen” in places marked by history or the processes of natural events. Instead of sweeping views, he aims his cameras downward to record the exact spots that permeate memory. 125th Anniversary Planning Committee Meeting 3-4 p.m. Winslow Hall Conference Room

State University is contributing in terms of teaching, research, extension and engagement to these internationally-pressing issues. This panel will address the relationship between contemporary local and global public health issues. Operation Thrive Meeting 7-8 p.m. 120 Withers Hall Operation Thrive is a new organization dedicated to raising money and awareness for local nonprofit organizations. We will have information regarding a number of volunteer opportunities as well as information about our first big event, Skate 2 Thrive. Free Social Dancing Lesson 8-10 p.m. Talley Student Center Ballroom Free and open to anyone in the Triangle community. Comfortable shoes are recommended, ideally without rubber soles. Wednesday Pink Ribbon Bagel Campaign All Day, Multi-Day Event Panera Bread locations in Wake County Throughout the month of October, our Wake County bakery-cafes will donate 10 cents from the sale of each Pink Ribbon Bagel to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Also, throughout the month of October, we will donate $1 from the sale of each Baker’s Dozen. Campus Farmers Market 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Brickyard

Zumba Workout 6:30-8:30 p.m. 126 Witherspoon Student Center “Health: Bridging the gap between local and global” 7-8:30 p.m. 216 Poe Hall The Global Issues Seminar Series, co-sponsored by the Office of International Affairs and the School of Public and International Affairs, will feature panels of N.C. State experts tackling global issues that are relevant to North Carolina, the nation and the world. These seminars will showcase what North Carolina

Fab Lab 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Brickyard The mobile Fab Lab allows student to utilize technologies and engineering tools to create and innovate their own ideas. Students will be able to create 3D products, customize T-shirts, engrave key chains and pint glasses, and explore the possibilities of creating through the use of technology. The event and materials are free.

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Earth With Meaning: Photographs of Alan Cohen noon-8 p.m. Gregg Muesem Alan Cohen “makes visible the unseen” in places marked by history or the processes of natural events. Instead of sweeping views, he aims his cameras downward to record the exact spots that permeate memory. Population Medicine Seminar 4:30-5:30 p.m. College of Veterinary Medicine Cryptosporidiosis outbreak among North Carolina summer camp attendees and staff. Homeland Security Cyber Citizen Forum 5-7 p.m. Nelson Hall Auditorium The goal of Cyber Citizen Forums is to initiate dialogue about daily online habits and protection from the four main issues affecting people online: cyberbullying, cyber predators, identity theft, and fraud and phishing. Collegiate Entrepreneurs Club Presentation 5:30-7 p.m. Erdahl Cloyd Theatre, D.H. Hill Library Join the NCSU Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization for their Q&A session with Josh Whiton, alumnus and founder of TransLoc, the company that helps Wolfline riders track their buses. He will be talking about the process of starting a technology-based company. Pulp and Paper Foundation Industry Night 6:30-8:30 p.m. Talley Student Center The Mis-Education of Columbus 6:30-8:30 p.m. 126 Witherspoon Student Center Should Christopher Columbus be considered an American hero? Please join us as we explore inaccurate depictions of Christopher Columbus in modern textbooks. This event is sponsored by the Office for Hispanic Student Affairs and the Office for Native American Student Affairs. The Importance of Being Earnest 8-10 p.m. Stewart Theatre Oscar Wilde’s “Trivial Comedy for Serious People” is crammed full of memorable satirical humor and larger than life characters (in fact, in all of theatre, is there one more delectable than Lady Augusta Bracknell?). Aquila Theatre’s staging of Wilde’s masterpiece promises to overflow with wit, elegance, and romantic comedy.

2:47 p.m. | Suspicious Person D.H. Hill Library Staff reported previously trespassed subject in the building. Officers were unable to locate subject to verify trespass status. 6:19 p.m. | Suspicious Person Sigma Nu Report of subjects sitting on roof of building. Subjects left prior to officer’s arrival. 6:29 p.m. | Damage to Property Bunn Field Student was referred to the University for damaging vehicle belonging to non-student. 8:06 p.m. | Suspicious Person Fairground Lots Two non-students were trespassed from Carter-Finley Stadium and lots. October 9 12:16 a.m. | Traffic Stop Dan Allen Drive/Sullivan Drive Non-student was arrested for provisional DWI and open container. 8:49 a.m. | Suspicious Person Dan Allen Deck Report of subject sleeping. Contact was made with nonstudent waiting for a ride. No action taken. 5:47 p.m. | Traffic Accident Upper Wood Lot Student collided with parked vehicle causing minor property damage.

Keeping Up With the Chancellor Future Chats with the Chancellor: Friday, Oct. 14 2:00-3:00 p.m. Port City Java, Nelson Hall Monday, Nov. 21 2:00-3:00 p.m. Port City Java, Park Shops Chancellor Woodson’s open office hours are specifically designed to solicit student feedback and serve to help him gather a clear understanding of student needs. Source: Chancellor’s Office

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Wake County to vote on controversial reassignment plan of philosophy and religious studies, is one of these concerned parents. “In my opinion, it’s still too early to pass the plan because the major unresolved question is how we are going to Jessie Halpern balance achievement,” Harwood said. Staff Writer Harwood said while the plan’s pilAfter months of protests, heated lars have good intentions, as of now school board meetings, and threats to they are just words. “While the plan guarantees stabilrevoke the system’s accreditation, the Wake County Board of Education met ity and proximity, it can’t guarantee on Oct. 4 and selected a student reas- choice. In reality, a lot of people aren’t signment plan it will vote on Oct. 18. going to get their first or second choice N.C. State faculty and parents and I’m afraid there are going to be a weighed in on their opinions as par- lot of unhappy people without any reents and how the plan might affect course to challenge it,” Harwood said. Overall, however, Harwood exgraduates of the College of Education. Superintendent Anthony Tata has pressed a positive feeling toward the for the past eight months been work- proposed plan, stating it is a balancing ing with the Wake County Board act that needs more work, but could of Education to construct a plan to feasibly work out well. Calls to the superintendent’s office maximize student achievement, offer families more stability and choice were not returned While Harwood’s concerns are valin their childrens’ education, and acid, they cannot be assumed to speak commodate future growth. for all parents’ The Oct. 4 views of the plan. Board meeting Current Wa ke selected Tata’s County parent controlled choice Kim Smallwood plan that stands offered her opinon four pillars: ion. proximity, sta “With the rebi l it y, c hoic e sources in Wake a nd achieveC o u n t y, a l l m e n t . Un d e r schools should be these goals, the able to perform new plan claims at high academic s t ude nt s w i l l sta nda rds. By have a selection attending comof schools based Kim Smallwood, Wake County parent mu n it y ba sed on their address. schools, our chilAt this point, about 94 percent of families have in- dren would benefit socially, academidicated they wish to stay in their cur- cally and financially through the support and partnership of parents and rent school. Achievement, one of the most high- local businesses,” Smallwood said. Smallwood focuses on how the plan lighted problems associated with the debate, is to be dealt with using in- may affect the schools in the commucentive pay structures and magnet nity. “Shorter commutes would deschools. Some parents still hesitate to trust crease transportation costs, possibly that all of the county’s promises. allowing those finances to benefit the Karey Harwood, associate professor schools with the most need,” Small-

Faculty weighs in on reassignment plan options.

“Shorter commutes would decrease transportation costs, possibly allowing those finances to benefit the schools with the most need.”

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appear more personable,” he said. Woodson has already a Twitter and a Facebook. We also send out emails of events implemented this in certain aspects with ‘Chat with the on campus,” Thompson said. On the other side of the de- Chancellor’ events at Port bate, Mario Terry, a senior ma- City Javas around campus. joring in psychology with a mi- Woodson will be at the Nelnor in forensic science, sees po- son Hall location on Oct. 14 a nd tential harmful at Pa rk effects in the Shops chancellor getNov. 21 ting a Twitter from 2-3 account. p.m. “It could be “My a huge liabilgoal is to ity,” Terry said. Chandler Thompson, commu“False things student body president nicate can be spread clearly once someone ‘retweets’ it and it could look with all constituents — students, alumni, faculty, bad for the University.” Thompson recognized those staff,” Woodson said. “The main thing is we have clear potential problems. “One thing we know is that mechanisms to get out inthere are legal issues and pri- formation quickly.” In response to if there was vacy issues. But we’ll keep encouraging [leadership] to com- a student outcry for him to municate to students,” she said. join Twitter, Woodson said, One way Terry suggests this “I’d certainly consider it.” could be done is to interact more face-to-face. “[It will] make the chancellor

“There are legal issues and privacy issues.”

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Anthony Tata, Superintendent of Wake County Public Schools, listens as the public comments on the proposed school plan at the Wake County Board of Education meeting Tuesday, Oct. 4. If passed the plan would allow families to choose where their children went to school rather than it being based strictly on location.

wood said. While the plan will have the largest impact on the students of Wake County, there is a sizeable amount of students in the College of Education who seek employment in Wake County because it is used for the majority of their student teaching, according to Carol Pope, professor of curriculum, instruction and counselor education in the College of Education. Another $5 million was cut from the system in August. So far, the county has tried to take the cuts from programs that would not impact education, like custodial services. Nevertheless, cuts and employment freezes are currently in place for teachers. As a former Wake County teacher at

Broughton High School during integration, Pope’s main concern with the plan was it would decrease diversity in schools. “Having diversity in the classroom opened up my world to new things. It is so critical that we maintain a diverse perspective for children because that is the society they will function in. The critical element of an informed citizen is to be able to understand each other, which we can only learn to do in a diverse environment,” Pope said. While Pope acknowledged the positives of offering parents choices under the proposed plan, she also said these choices might not be made on a level playing field for all families. “Some lower-income families might

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tal blue light poles and try to make the reduced ones more efficient,” he said. McInturf said the EHPSA is hoping to begin the evaluation period for the camera additions by late fall of 2011 and use the data in the spring of 2012 to make more informed decisions regarding the matter. “Rest assured that we are not getting rid of the existing blue lights without being confident that we will be able to replace them with a safer, better system,” McInturf said. Neerali Patel, a sophomore in human biology and a CALS Ambassador, said she would feel better knowing the cameras were there. “I would be less afraid to walk around campus by myself at night. The current blue light poles are definitely reassuring, but the cameras would certainly be a great addition,” she said.

drawn from property-owning taxpayers. A homeowner whose property is worth $188,139 would pay an additional $17.11 annually, according to the City of Raleigh website. $188,139 is the “median-priced assessment for Raleigh homes.” It could not be readily determined why Crowder valued the bonds at “roughly” $70 million, but the City of Raleigh said they would bring in $56 million. Crawford said that in his next term he will be working on a partnership the University has fostered with the city to help provide a “branding initiative.” “We will have a branding and economic development initiative that we have actually partnered with N.C. State’s Colleges of Design, Management and Humanities. We are looking at branding the assets of Southwest Raleigh,” Crawford said. “In fact, we have staked out claim as the capital city’s creative district, and we will be focusing on the communities,

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not have the ability to stay informed on this issue, and my biggest concern is to help those with limited resources and understanding, possibly due to speaking another language, comprehend their options very well,” Pope said. Diversity was one of the most divisive aspects to Wake County’s discussion of reassignment. Pope says she hopes diversity is made a priority. “This has been weighing heavy on my heart for some months,” Pope said. “As I think of the specific students I taught during Wake County’s integration, I’m convinced that their current successes are because we all thrived in a diverse community.”

the recreation, education, arts, public transportation to service technology, innovation and en- areas that have grown outside tertainment that takes place in of what would commonly be referred to as the Raleigh city Southwest Raleigh.” The process will take two limits,” Branch said. “Transportation is definitely one of years, Crawford said. The most highly contested the major issues here in this community.” district is Gale District C Wilkins, who — Southeast i s r u n n i ng Raleigh. Five against one candidates challenger are vying for for District A the position, — North Rawhereas disleigh, agreed tricts B, D with Branch’s and E have Corey Branch, sentiment. candidates candidate for District C Wilkins running said she had without opthree main goals she wants to position. Corey Branch is in the run- focus on if elected: job creation, ning for District C. He said he public safety and transportaopposed raising property taxes, tion. “We want to make sure we which would fund the bond have an efficient CAT bus sysreferendum. “On a local level, we need to tem, and that’s one of the areas make sure our property taxes I plan to work on extensively are spent wisely,” Branch said. whenever I am elected. In order “At this time, we see no rea- to have continued economic son to go up on our property growth in a great city like Raleigh, we need to have an eftaxes.” However, Branch saw the ficient public transportation need to improve the city trans- system,” Wilkins said. portation system. “We want to work with our

“Transportation is definitely one of the major issues here.”

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McFarlane will serve student interests F

The Facts:

The Raleigh City Council elections take place today and voting locations for Wake County are posted. The mayor position, along with other council seats, will be filled. There are three candidates in the running for mayor: Nancy McFarlane, Billie Redmond, and Randall Williams.

Our Opinion:

Students care about jobs, public transportation, and city attractions. Students will invest in Raleigh’s economy if Raleigh markets more toward college students. Nancy McFarlane is the mayor candidate who will best serve student interests.

orbes.com recently rated Raleigh the number one city overall, and the top place for businesses and careers. Over the last decade, Raleigh has come a long way. Raleigh’s direction is commendable, and the new City Council should ensure that Raleigh’s positive development continue. The mayor elected will hold the most power in the counsel over the direction of Raleigh, and the candidate who will serve the University’s student interests best is Nancy McFarlane. McFarlane served on City Council for the past four years. She is an entrepreneur and a parent, and plans to tackle three big issues of the city if elected. Her platform focuses on planning for growth and

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public transportation, and she says money should go to small businesses, which are key to bringing us out of the recession. As students, we are less concerned with issues of growth in terms of education, but more interested in how growth will impact our job prospects. If Forbes rates Raleigh as the best place for businesses and careers, students should expect to find increased job prospects upon graduation. This could be remedied by promoting Raleigh to attract large businesses, as well as supporting small businesses and their development. Obviously jobs are important

to students, but there are other issues we care about as well. Transportation is a major issue —the Wolfline exists around campus, but there isn’t really a great alternative for transportation around the city. Many students don’t have a car, and Raleigh is not a friendly city to public transit. The bus system doesn’t market well to students; it is ineffective, poorly advertised, and often inaccessible. It also doesn’t go to the places students want to go to—if it does, the bus schedule makes it hard to get back to campus. The bus system is also an unsafe alternative for many students who do not wish to wait for hours in

a sketchy downtown bus stop at odd hours of the morning. Increased safety of bus systems would attract many additional users, particluarly students. Students would travel to and invest in downtown if it was easily accessible and contained more attractions. Raleigh’s events like First Friday and MLG resulted in stuffed restaurants and high revenue gain. More events like these, or at least more attractions for college students—shopping and restaurants—would go a long way. The new mayor should serve these interests. We endorse Nancy McFarlane and urge students to vote for her because she will invest in small businesses, improve transportation, and revitalize downtown and access to it in the process.

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drove down Fayetteville Street this weekend. If you had said that to someone 10 years ago, he or she would have assumed you were drunk or incredibly reckless. If you’re not from the Raleigh area, or don’t have a tenured understanding of the downtown rejuvenation, you might not Russell know that Fayetteville Street Witham has not always Senior Staff Columnist catered to our four-wheeled friends. In fact, prior to 2006 the area was a pedestrian arcade of sorts. Charles Meeker changed that. His list of accomplishments as mayor of Raleigh during the last decade is quite lengthy. The convention center, Raleigh Amphitheater and all the downtown-centric revitalization were either catalyzed or directly initiated by Raleigh’s longstanding chief. Before I go too much farther, though, and lose you permanently to the crossword puzzle with this account of a local politician, allow me to argue why you should care about balding lawyers. He was one man. And while I’m certainly not endorsing or demonizing any of those projects in particular, it’s abundantly clear how much impact one person can leave on the city. Meeker didn’t do it alone— and there were definitely several economic and political factors that blew wind into his sail—but he was nonetheless extremely impactful. Holistically, his story weaves a compelling yet unglamorous political tale: national elections are important, but municipal elections are much more conspicuous. The votes cast in Tuesday’s elections will go a long way toward determining the ultimate fate of neighborhood schools—

the Wake County School Board elections—and the quantity and type of public projects in Wake County during the next two years—the mayoral and city council elections. It’s not really even about the civic aspect of voting. This is all about you. If you care at all about the way your home— temporary or otherwise—is run during the next two years you need to go to your local precinct after class today and have your say. Meeker brought us a downtown which has assisted in Raleigh consistently leading the nation in livability studies. It came at a cost, though. You face it every time you walk up to a cash register. Likewise, there are many parents and community activists who are in favor of neighborhood schools over busing. I’m not attempting to talk you into one system or the other in this space, but if you choose to settle down i n R a leig h and start a family here, Tuesday’s election may impact what sort of education your children receive. Municipal elections aren’t sex y. T he blu nt reality therefore is that most of you didn’t listen to a word in this column—and that’s fine, I’ve come to expect it. You have the right to be totally ignorant—read: wrong— and coast through life letting other people seize your weight in these discourses. Perhaps you’ll claim it just doesn’t matter. Based on the political shift at the local and state level the last two years, the grand public projects of the Meeker era are likely gone regardless of the results from this election. My answer to that brutally pervasive argument about the mayoral election: those “I Voted” stickers are pretty awesome. I’m going to vote Tuesday. I hope I’ll see you there.

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Are you planning to vote in the municipal elections tomorrow? If so, who are you voting for? by Vanessa Movasseghi

Vote for Nancy McFarlane.

Matthew Clark, junior in arts applications “No, I don’t have to time to. I am too busy with my classes.”

Tips to ease college stress

ollege can be a stressful experience, but here are a few tips to achieve what you want to without breaking down. Don’t over- com m it . Take a proactive approach to s t re s s by only taking on commitments you ca n ha ndle. Some students thrive on Dileep t he f ive Karpur classes, Staff Columnist three jobs, an internship and a handful of clubs schedule, but lesser mortals will find themselves buckling under pressure within a few weeks. Instead, make smart decisions and realistically decide what you can handle. Rather than signing up for 10 different campus clubs, choose the one that is most closely aligned with your personal and professional goals. The same applies for jobs, particularly in your first semester. While the reality for most students is that one or more jobs are necessary, don’t set yourself up for failure by taking on late-night jobs when you have 8 a.m. classes. Stay organized. First, invest in a giant four-monthview reusable calendar. These dry-erase calendars allow you to view 180 days at a time. When classes begin, gather your syllabi and write down every single deadline for every class. Type-A per-

sonalities will color code these deadlines, assigning each class a specific color. Get some social time. Have you been working on that English paper for three days straight? Can you even see what you’re writing anymore for your Chemistry lab? You could be stressed because you’re being too focused on getting things done. Don’t forget that your brain is like a muscle, and even it needs a break every once in a while! Take a break and see a movie. Grab some friends and go out dancing. Hop on a bus and hang out downtown for a few hours. Having a social life is an important part of your college experience, so don’t be afraid to keep it in the picture when you’re stressed. It could be exactly what you need! Get physical. Physical activity is a great stress reliever, and gives the brain a much-needed break from the books. Surfing, running and yoga are great options for keeping stress at bay. Enjoy yourself. We’ve all seen stories of people who are diagnosed with some horrible disease and given six months to live who have, in those last months, really developed a love of life — a desire to enjoy it all. Well, forget about the person with only six months. What about you? You probably only have 80 or so years, if even that. Shouldn’t each moment of your life be utterly succulent too? There’s only so much time in this life. Every moment of it is precious. Make it all count. When you do, you’ll find you have less stress, fewer physical problems, and that you’re more productive. Look for the good/

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sweet/fun/joyous in every situation, even when life seems less than fair. Schedule breaks. Using your calendar, schedule breaks for yourself just as you’d schedule a doctor’s appointment or a study session. It’s easy to get caught up in the crush of studying, papers and jobs, and to convince yourself that you don’t have time for fun. Taking breaks, however, refreshes the brain and allows you to take a step back from your busy workload to enjoy the college experience. Get some quiet time. Take one moment and think: when was the last time you had some quality, quiet time alone? Personal space for students in college rarely exists. You may share your room, your bathroom, your classrooms, your dining hall, the gym, the bookstore, the library, and any where else you go during an average day. Finding a few moments of peace and quiet —with no cell phone, roommates, or crowds—might be just what you need. Stepping out from the crazy college environment for a few minutes can do wonders for reducing your stress. Following these tips will ensure increased enjoyment rather than stress, and will prove to make your college experience a positive one. Send Dileep your thoughts on college stress to letters@ technicianonline.com.

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Political film proves familiar themes still impress viewers

Student artist’s work showcased in upcoming comedy ‘Whistling Pines,’ an upcoming southern comedy, features the artwork of an N.C. State freshman.

Ryan Gosling leads a stellar cast in ‘The Ides of March.’ Jordan Alsaqa Arts & Entertainment Editor

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 A film exploring the idea that even the most optimistic and genuine people can be corrupted by the dirty game of politics is certainly nothing new. Filmmakers have explored the concept numerous times in the past few decades. Therefore, the success of a political film that chooses to tackle this theme ultimately comes down to execution and the performances of its cast. In this regard, The Ides of March manages to provide a highly enjoyable, if rather familiar, viewing experience. The Ides of March follows Stephen Myers (played by Ryan Gosling), t h e ju n i or campaign manager of Mi ke Morr i s (played by George Clooney, who also directed the film), a Democratic presidential candidate seek ing his party’s nomination. As the campaign moves into Ohio, a state which would mostly guarantee Morris’s victory, complications arise that test just how far Myers is willing to go, both to secure a win and to keep his own career afloat. The plot carries numerous betrayals and twists, so giving too much away would take away from the overall experience. However, it’s safe to say that the numerous reveals and turns make sure that viewers won’t be sure of what’s to come. Again, much of the film works because of the cast. Ev-

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ery role feels well-cast, with actors working at the top of their game to elevate the material provided. Gosling, who has seen a strea k of big film releases already this year, impresses in the leading role. He manages a wide range of emotions throughout, ta k ing his character from an idealistic young man to someone as jaded and vengeful as the political advisors around him. Beyond Gosling, the rest of the supporting cast is just as dedicated to bring their roles to life. Clooney, while bringing much of the charm and charisma he’s built from his career onto Morris, is brilliant in the scenes that require a darker edge. Paul Giamatti also hides malevolence beneath the surface in his role as the campaign manager of Morris’ opponent. By far, the best performance comes from Philip Seymour Hoffman as Paul Zara, Morris’ senior campaign manager and

“Every role feels well-cast, with actors working at the top of their game to elevate the material provided.”

Myers’ boss. Hoffman perfectly captures the essence of a man who has dedicated his life to the election process. The actor brings an intensity that elevates every scene he is in. From sharing pleasantries with a New York Times reporter to chewing Myers’ out over his mistakes, Hoffman is wholly convincing as Zara, and will hopefully receive recognition come awards season. While the actors manage to commit to the dramatic high points of the film, the scenes that provide its lighter moments are equally effective, and allow for some original material. Early on, simply watching the everyday activities involved in running a political campaign are enjoyable, from Morris complaining about not having print copies of his speeches to Myers trying to hide a video of Morris speaking on an issue from before he announced his intention to run. It’s these smaller moments that allow the film to breathe and rise above being a forgettable political drama. Still, despite the caliber of the performances and moments of creativity in the script, there’s no getting around the formulaic moments in the plot. Again,

the film’s overall message about the corrupting influence politics can have has been done countless times before. Further, the potential scandal that threatens Morris’ campaign is so predictable and cliché that it borders on being groan-worthy. However, The Ides of March manages to do enough right that it can be forgiven for the few places it stumbles. A strong cast of actors working off a solid script shows that even familiar situations and messages can have new life breathed into them. As such, The Ides of March stands a great, if not perfect, addition to the fall’s line-up of dramas.

Now she gives most of her time to pursuing art, her primary passion. Due to her major in design, she has tried her hand at a wide variety of art forms, including water colors, Photoshop, and acrylic, pen and ink drawings. Ankita Saxena The movie, a southern comStaff Writer edy, follows a big city reporter It’s not every day that some- coming to do a story about one gets to shine both as an the town that the film is set in. actor and an artist in the same However, the residents of the town do not movie, but know that he Adaria Coulhas come to ter, a freshmake fun of man in art t heir sma l l and design, town and its w a s luc k y people. enoug h to The idea for do both. this movie, Coulter according was recently t o G r a d y, cast, along a native of with pieces t he sout h of her a r t himself, was work, in the Mark Grady, director conceived movie Whisthrough the tling Pines. Playing the role of an art gal- “embellishments of the various lery owner, Coulter’s character characters typical of the south” has to teach art appreciation he has known throughout his to two people who possess no life. This is not the first movie artistic sense at all. “While writing the script for Coulter has done with Grady. the movie,” said Mark Grady, She has also had a role in his the film’s director. “I already first movie, Blaire’s Bridge. Achad this vague idea of these cording to Coulter, she landed two people being sentenced that role by sheer chance. “A friend of mine wanted to by a judge to learn art appreciation, and knowing about try out in the auditions which Adaria’s strong art back- were being held at Clayton ground, it was a no-brainer to Center after seeing their ad in add her as the gallery owner.” the newspaper,” Coulter said. According to Coulter, she “I just went along with her. I has been passionate about tried out, and luckily got the drawing since she was a child. part.” It then naturally followed She also wanted to be an actress when she was younger, and had done some theater work as well. artist continued page 6

“Knowing about Adaria’s strong art background, it was a no-brainer to add her as the gallery owner.”

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Alum’s photographs showcased Alan Cohen’s photography of significant locations is on display in the Gregg Museum this semester.

“I was at Duchan,” Cohen said, “a suburb of Munich. I was at the first Nazi death camp.” “To look into the many layers that a photograph has to offer depends a lot on what the artist Nishanth Coontoor has put on a wall,” Roger ManStaff Writer ley, the director of the Gregg Earth with Meaning: the Museum of Art & Design, said, Photographs of Alan Cohen, “and what you have in yourself curated by Mary Jane Jacob, to connect with it.” Cohen plays with his image, is currently on display at the Gregg Museum of Art & De- Manley explained, pointing out a picture sign at t he of a Nazi exTa l ley Stuecution site dent Center. in Oslo, NorThe display way. showcases “Without the work of t h i s b a c kt he for mer ground of the N.C . S t at e place,” Manstudent over ley said, “if the course of you si mply the past 17 look at the years. image, it does Cohen not ma ke “makes visRoger Manley, director of much sense. It ible the unGregg Museum merely looks seen” in placlike a field of es marked by history or the processes of flowers, and some rocks. It is natural events. He aims his really the remains of the gas cameras downward to record chambers. [Cohen] shows the the exact spots that permeate passage of time, and nature’s memory. In his photos, such as way of healing horrors of the “Boston Massacre-Start of the past. The flowers signify this.” The picture of Fort de American Revolution” photographed in 2003, he seeks Douaumont in Verdun, France to capture locations that hold and a picture of the aisle of the historical importance as they temple of the Buddha’s first sermon taken at Sarnath, Inare now. Cohen, a B.S. in nuclear dia also need some background engineering, would have con- for understanding, according tinued his doctoral program to Manley. “These trenches that are covin thermodynamics if not for a chance trip with his wife to ered with soil and grass,” ManGermany. However, this defin- ley pointed out, “were where ing moment in his life came in men lived during World War 1992, and turned his interest to I. Their feet are said to have rotted from standing in the mud.” photography.

“Cohen shows the passage of time, and nature’s way of healing the horrors of the past.”

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Alan Cohen, an N.C. State alumnus, has an exhibit, Earth With Meaning, in the Gregg Museum of Art and Design until Dec. 17. Cohen now lives in Chicago as an adjunct professor in the Art History, Theory and Criticism Department at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Cohen was struck by this imbalance between what you know about a place and what you can and cannot see during that first trip to Germany. “Standing in the middle of where barracks had been,” Cohen said, “I looked at the passenger of a passing bus. He looked back at me. I began work in this fissure between what I sensed and what I could not show. “This exhibition requires a lot of thinking,” Manley said. “What may seem important, you can’t always see. And what you see may not be unimportant, either. There is a lot of sadness in this show.” The exhibition has not yet had many visitors, according

to Manley. “People come to an exhibition and expect to see something happy or something pretty,” Manley said. “The aisle of the temple of Buddha’s first sermon may not interest or excite everyone. Even when a class comes to the exhibition, I try to get them excited. But, if they don’t, it’s not really their fault. Everyone has different experiences. Even if Buddha were here, he would simply go a ‘Burr’ on this.” Still, the exhibit is a showcase not only of what sad things have happened throughout history, but of how those places and locales have changed. Through his work, Cohen hopes to have captured images

worth the time to look at. “With some knowledge of places in these pictures,” Manley said, “you can sense a presence. You are able to use pieces of shared knowledge to look deeply into these sites.” The Earth with Meaning exhibit will remain in Gregg until the end of the semester. Students interested in photography or history should find the time to see the world through Cohen’s lens.

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that she would be offered a part in Grady’s second movie as well; the director has a penchant for using the same cast in all of his films. Coulter’s mother, Alnita, also had a role in the film. “The cast is like a big family, which is not always true on every movie set,” Alnita Coulter, a seasoned actress, said. “We all have very good chemistry, which I think is due to the efforts of Mark Grady to bond us all together.” Alnita is very proud of her daughter’s work in the movie. According to her, Adaria’s role in this movie is smaller compared to her character in Blaire’s Bridge, but much more significant. “Adaria is a conscientious, dedicated person,” Grady said. “As usual, she did a great job. The cast and crew of the movie love her to death. She is such a delightful and outgoing person.” Alnita said the movie was a wonderful chance for Adaria to showcase her art. The art gallery in which the movie scene was shot had its actual art taken down, and Adaria’s paintings were put up instead. “Mark Grady was very open to the idea of highlighting her talent and her work,” Alnita Coulter said. “I think it is a very good opportunity for Adaria as an artist, because you never know who is going to notice it in the movie, and how it might affect her.”

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It just keeps getting better and better The FIFA franchise continues to build upon its success.

This newly added feature to the FIFA franchise now allows the player playing defense to jockey, or strafe, along with the player who possesses the ball in order to contain the ball Josh Hyatt possessor from doing anything Sports Editor beneficial on the goal-side of EA Sports’ FIFA Soccer 12, on the ball. When the defender is the whole, is a solid addition to in close enough proximity, the the 18-year-old series. The ma- player can make the defender jority of the game features are he or she is controlling make similar to that of FIFA Soccer a stab at the ball in an attempt 11 while adding a few interest- to dispossess the ball carrier. This change has brought ing and new features, including “self-aware” CPU-controlled about mixed responses from players, an improved player the FIFA-playing community, impact system and more pre- some of which would rather cise dribbling along with a re- have the mindless, one-button vamped system of online play. mashing system of the past. The new complexIf you take it y prov ided those changes, FIFA Soccer 12 by tactical deprov ide over fending, how500 teams ever, makes the with roughly Developer: EA Canada soccer-playing 15,000 differ- Release: Sept. 27, 2011 experience e nt pl a y e r s , System: Multi-Platform prov ided by and pair them Price: $59.99 the game to be up with what Players: 1-4 Local, 2-22 Online more realistic F I FA g a m e s than ever behave become fore. Stealing w e l l k n ow n for—amazing soundtracks— the ball while playing defense there’s not a whole lot of room in a real game requires no less for much to go wrong. Or is timing accuracy than shootthere? The pockmark on the ing while playing offense; why nearly perfect face of FIFA 12, should it be any easier in a for some gamers, is the new simulated environment? But there’s good news for tactical defending system, a stark contrast to what had everyone: those in love with previously been an offensive- the old style of defense will find that there’s an option to minded game.

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toggle the tactical defending system to the legacy defending that all players of former FIFA titles will find familiar. The bad news: it’s not possible to use legacy defending for online play. The result: if you want to be successful in all facets of FIFA 12 game play, you’ll just have to assimilate yourself to the new style of defense or just really get used to playing the offline portions of the game.

Other than the qualms with the tactical defending system, there is a multitude of options for soccer lovers to choose from with the many different gaming modes included with the game. If you enjoy playing against others online, there are a few different modes of online play, including a refurbished headto-head system, a new system of various cup tournaments that

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Amerson named ACC defensive back of the week Sophomore cornerback David Amerson was named the ACC defensive back of the week after putting up two interceptions and five tackles against Central Michigan. Amerson, a native of Greensboro, has averaged one interception per contest and has the most interceptions for a State player in one season since Lloyd Harrison had seven in 1998. Source: GoPack.com

Volleyball freshman earns conference honors Outside hitter Nicole Glass picked up honors as ACC Freshman of the Week after she recorded 50 kills and 53 points in three conference matches during the past week. Glass had a career-high 21 kills in a 3-2 loss to No. 21 Miami and 19 more in a 3-2 defeat against No. 24 Florida State. The Colorado Springs, CO native compiled 3.33 kills and 1.6 digs per set in the three conference matchups. The award is Glass’s second of the year. Source: NCSU Athletic Department

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Tuesday Men’s Soccer vs. Georgia Southern Raleigh, 7 p.m. Thursday Men’s Tennis at Regional Championships Chapel Hill, All day Women’s soccer vs. Virginia Raleigh, 7 p.m. Friday Men’s Tennis at Regional Championships Chapel Hill, All Day

Pack well overdue for some sunshine If State stays based on homegrown personnel, it will never compete. Even powerhouses can watch constant success get stolen away. For the first time since Dec. 6, 1982, not a single college football program from the state of Florida is represented in the AP Top 25 poll. Among the top three most talent-rich states Sean for recruiting footFairholm ball players, the Deputy Sunshine State is far Sports Editor from alone — Texas and California have a combined two teams in the top 20, and even those programs (Baylor and Stanford) are private institutions considered strangers to college football relevancy. It’s not that the three power states have lacked a production of athletes —34 percent of NFL draft picks in the past 23 years have come from Florida, Texas or California. However, programs from untraditional football regions are hurting schools from these three states because they are privy to the evolving formula, and it largely involves poaching from these talent-heavy regions of the nation. And it’s difficult to find a weekend without an example to prove it, especially in the ACC. For all of the gross disadvantages of Wake Forest’s football program, including rigid academic standards, lack of tradition and one of the smallest stadiums in BCS football, the Deacs can recruit harder than any other team in the conference. En route to a key weekend upset over No. 23 Florida State, Wake carried a roster with 39 players from the three power states. The Deacs’ athletic and agile attack included 31 Floridians who most likely would’ve signed on in a heartbeat to wear the garnet and gold of FSU. Regardless of Tom O’Brien’s theory of recruiting “his own players,” a high football IQ and a childhood desire to join the Wolfpack can’t compensate for a lack of speed and athleticism. If Wake Forest can

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Men’s Golf at Bank of Tennessee Intercollegiate Jonesborough, Tenn., All Day

Men’s Soccer vs. Virginia Tech Raleigh, 7 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Virginia Tech Raleigh, 7 p.m. Saturday Cross Country at Tribe Open Williamsburg, Va., TBA Men’s Tennis at Regional Championships Chapel Hill, All Day

Did You know? Wolfpack cornerback David Amerson leads the country in interceptions with six interceptions. The next closest players have four picks on the year.

sign 31 athletes from the state that has produced four of the past six high school football national champions, State should at least attempt to wrestle the seven FBS programs in Florida for its athletes. But for reasons u n k now n, t he Pack f lat out refuses to dip into the power states — three players on the active roster call Florida home and only one player came over from California. Ironically enough, the small group boasts two of N.C. State’s most prominent playmakers, running back James Washington and safety Brandon Bishop. Washington has five of State’s six rushing touchdowns and Bishop is the third-best tackler on the defense while also claiming two interceptions. Although Washington and Bishop are a sliver of a sample size, history is laughing at a North Carolina program trying to win with its own product.

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Women’s Tennis at University of Alabama Invitational Tuscaloosa, Ala., All Day

Cross Country at Wisconsin Adidas Invitational Madison, Wisc., 2 p.m.

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Junior halfback, James Washington, tries to run the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter of the N.C. State-Central Michigan Football game at Carter Finley Stadium on Saturday. Washington, one of three Floridians on State’s active roster,

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A look at the previous weekend’s ACC football performances. Matt Hayes Staff Writer

ndefeated Tigers and Yellow Jackets headline this week’s power rankings. 1. #8 Clemson (6-0, 3-0 ACC; Last Week 1) – Despite losing Tajh Boyd to a hip strain for much of its game against Boston College, Clemson continued its ACC dominance. The defense continues to shine and the offense has consistently provided a balanced attack. The Tigers, who have three wins against ranked opponents, look to

be the ACC’s best chance at a National Title. (10/15 @ Maryland) 2. #12 Georgia Tech (6-0, 3-0 ACC; LW 2) – Paul Johnson has worked his magic, equaling last year’s win total in six short weeks. The Yellow Jackets continue to put up big numbers on the ground, but the passing game has been lacking in recent weeks. If the air attack can get in order, Georgia Tech will be even tougher to beat, but completing only 31% of its passes may keep the Jackets from a perfect season, no matter how strong their running game may be. (10/15 @ Virginia) 3. Wake Forest (4-1, 3-0 ACC; LW 6) – Wake Forest finds themselves tied atop the Atlantic division after holding off a Florida State team that was predicted by many to win the ACC. The Demon Deacon defense forced five turnovers on the day, crippling the Seminoles vaunted passing game. Josh Harris also had his first breakout game of the season, rushing for 136 yards

The state has undoubtedly produced a litany of college stars, including recent Pack players Adrian Wilson, Nate Irving and Torry Holt, but living entirely off of North Carolina products rarely produces success. The majority of non-traditional programs in recent memory would fall flat on their faces if they depended on 57 North Carolinians, as N.C. State does this season, to provide depth and talent. Wake Forest won the ACC in 2006 with 20 Floridians. N.C. State’s best season in program history (2002) came on the strength of 19 Floridians. Even teams in other states not considered wealthy in homegrown talent went down to the state to find depth: Rutgers recruited 21 Floridians in advance of its best season in program history five years ago. And these teams are not a simple fluke

“The Pack flat out refuses to dip into the power states.”

— if State does not take advantage of recruiting athletes from the three power states, especially Florida, the Pack will be well behind the curve of a recent college football trend. The trend has taken substantial depth away from major programs within Texas, California and Florida, and programs like N.C. State are their best friends — they depend upon an average local recruiting base and let more elite athletes wear colors like the cardinal and gold of Southern Cal, the burnt orange of Texas, or the orange and blue of Florida. Following nearly 30 years of expected domination and nine accompanying national titles, the major Florida programs are currently on the outside looking in at the top 25. The occurrence may spell out problems for Florida, Florida State and Miami, but it mostly screams at non-traditional programs to join the trend of recruiting down south or to suffer the consequences. Even State can successfully travel outside of North Carolina to recruit.

on only 13 carries. (10/15 vs. #19 Virginia Tech)

penalties for 109 yards. (10/15 @ Duke)

4. #19 Virginia Tech (5-1, 1-1 ACC; LW 3) – It was a nail-biter in Blacksburg, but the Hokies came away with the victory, capped off by Logan Thomas’s late touchdown run. Thomas had a breakout performance, completing 23 of 25 passes for 310 yards and three touchdowns. However, the Virginia Tech defense has a lot of work to do after giving up 519 total yards and forcing no turnovers against a Miami team that has given up the ball consistently this season. (10/15 @ Wake Forest)

7. Maryland (2-3, 1-1 ACC; LW 7) – While Maryland put up a fight against Georgia Tech, its quarterback play doomed them from the beginning. This season, Danny O’Brien was supposed to show that he was one of the conference’s elite quarterbacks, but he has now been benched by Randy Edsall, as controversy abounds in College Park. (10/15 vs. #8 Clemson)

5. North Carolina (5-1, 1-1 ACC; LW 5) – The Tar Heels have quietly been having a strong season, getting off to a quick start that has them one win away from bowl eligibility. If North Carolina wants to continue to be in the discussion for winning the Coastal Division, they will have to put the slow starts behind them in ACC play. (10/15 vs. Miami) 6. Florida State (2-3, 0-2 ACC; LW 4) – It was assumed that the Seminoles would go into WinstonSalem and easily put away Wake Forest after having a bye week to get ready. However, Florida State looked ill-prepared and unfocused, as they turned the ball over five times and committed 13

8. Miami (2-3, 0-2 ACC; LW 8) – Jacory Harris has put up his best games the past two weeks, but they have both resulted in losses for the Hurricanes. While an ACC title isn’t in the cards, a solid bowl birth should be attainable. (10/15 @ North Carolina) 9. Virginia (3-2, 0-1 ACC; LW 10) – The Cavaliers have a well-timed bye leading into their matchup with Georgia Tech. Quarterback Michael Rocco will need to limit his interceptions moving forward for Virginia to be competitive in conference play. (10/15 vs. #12 Georgia Tech) 10. N.C. State (3-3, 0-2 ACC; LW 11) – After five weeks, the Wolfpack finally have its first victory over an FBS opponent. Mike Glennon looked good against Central Michigan, but the

Crucial acc games on saturday #12 Georgia Tech at Virginia 3:30 p.m. – ESPNU #19 Virginia Tech at Wake Forest 6:30 p.m. – ESPN3.com #8 Clemson at Maryland 7 p.m. - ESPNU Miami at North Carolina 12:30 p.m. - ESPN3.com

defense needs to continue its improvement; the upcoming bye is sure to help. (Bye) 11. Duke (3-2, 1-0 ACC; LW 9) – Heading into its first true ACC test of the season, the Blue Devils have a good amount of momentum. Three straight wins have given Duke confidence as they prepare for the heart of their conference schedule. (10/15 vs. Florida State) 12. Boston College (1-5, 0-3 ACC; LW 12) – The lone bright spot for the Eagles thus far has been the play of linebacker Luke Kuechly, who leads all FBS players in tackles. (Bye)