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The Pack backs Wolf Tracks in Brickyard Forklift brings sundae to Brickyard to celebrate Wolf Tracks debut.

Students may see advising evaluations Advising came under fire Wednesday at the Chancellor’s Liaison meeting as student voiced concerns with the process.

Joshua Chappell Staff Writer

For newly-installed chancellor Randy Woodson, the color of ice cream is not as important as the taste. “I just couldn’t go with the red and white [ice cream],” Woodson said in his address to a large Brickyard crowd Wednesday. “I had to do something that tasted good.” His remarks were met with laughter and applause from the crowd. The debut of the newest “Chancellor’s Choice” ice cream flavor marked the third such flavor in school history, according to Kelley Brackett, public communications specialist for University Dining. According to Brackett, Woodson decided to be a “bit more bold” in his flavor choice, veering away from the traditional red and white ice cream established by former chancellors Marye Anne Fox and James Oblinger. The sundae — deemed the largest ever created on campus — was a collaborative effort between the Department of Food Science, University Dining, Student Government, Chancellor’s Installation Committee and Waste Reduction & Recycling, according to Kristen Baughman, University Dining intern and a senior in extension education. The sundae was so big that it had to be assembled the day before the event, according to Baughman. A forklift team transported a 70-plus gallon sundae from Schaub Hall on a refrigerated truck to the Brickyard stage. The

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concerns arose about waste disposal. According to Baughman, the event was environmentally friendly. All of the supplies — including bowls, spoons and napkins — were biodegradable. There were also six compost stations set up around the Brickyard for students to dispose of their trash. The theme of the installation events — “Locally Responsive, Globally Engaged” — remained

Students and faculty collaborated Wednesday to discuss problems with advising at this month’s Chancellor’s Liaison meeting. The monthly meeting allows students and faculty to voice their opinions on a topic chosen by Student Body President Kelly Hook at the Presidents’ Roundtable. Chancellor Randy Woodson said the University needs to work together to develop a process for seeing the roadblocks for advising. “This is something we’ve got to fix,” Woodson said. One solution members of the group proposed was the need for an adviser evaluation at the end of each semester. John Ambrose, interim dean of the undergraduate academic program, said the University needs a system for measuring students’ experiences. “We need to start measuring things, not just testimonial-type evidence,” Ambrose said. Student Government and other student representatives voiced their concerns, often with advising horror stories, while Woodson and faculty discussed the advising process. “We see academic advising as a weak point,” Student Body President Kelly

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Chancellor Randy Woodson presents his new flavor of ice cream at the 2010 Chancellor’s Ice Cream Dream. The event introduced the first new chancellor flavor since 1998. “It’s called Wolf Tracks. It has chocolate, fudge, vanilla and peanut butter,” Woodson said.

sundae was then topped with chopped peanuts, chocolate syrup, strawberries, sprinkles, whipped cream and a giant cherry constructed by University Dining Executive Chef Bill Brizzolara. For Woodson, this event was certainly a momentous occasion. “I couldn’t be more pleased to have an ice cream named after me; it’s the biggest thing in my life,” Woodson said half-jokingly. According to Woodson, the selection was an easy one. “When the food sciences folks ap-

proached me about choosing the new Chancellor’s Choice flavor, it wasn’t a difficult decision at all,” Woodson said. “What’s not to like about a combination of vanilla ice cream, chocolate and peanut butter?” According to Carl Hollifield, business manager for the Department of Food Science, no guidelines were imposed on the chancellor’s flavor selection. “It’s great! Dig in!” Woodson told the crowd after eating the inaugural scoop of the new flavor. With an event of such large scale,

A HARD DAY’S NIGHT

Dining hall Halloween celebrations puzzle and delight Loud non-Halloween music gets low ratings, but students still line up for Howl-O-Ween treats.

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Geoff McDaniel, a sophomore in biological sciences, sings with other members of Acappology in the Brickyard during the unveiling of the new Chancellor’s Choice ice cream. “It was a big turn out. I was glad we got to come out and represent Acappology,” McDaniel said. “I feel like he’s had a long two days.”

Dracula drive takes bite out of blood shortage Campus serves as site for vampire-themed blood drive. Kendra Stowe Staff Writer

Rex Blood Services hosted its fourth annual Dracula Day blood drive yesterday in Wolf ’s Plaza. Rex Healthcare started the drive as a fun way to raise awareness about the importance of donating blood. The blood drive incorporates a Halloween theme to encourage people to participate. Ron Cambell, lecturer in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and drive coordinator, said that this is “not any normal blood drive.” He described this function as “for the community, not just for N.C. State.” The blood and services of Rex Healthcare are put toward centers for cancer, surgery, pain management,

emergency care and more. Also, this particular blood drive is intended to excite, not scare or intimidate students. Campbell was dressed as Dracula, while other staff members were dressed in red to show support for the blood drive. Walk-ups were encouraged, as the goal for this year was to have at least 100 donors - a number the drive surpassed last year. A main focus for this year’s blood drive was to assist premature babies who need blood. “One in eight babies are born prematurely, and if we can help them by giving blood, then that is our goal,” Campbell said. This blood drive was not just for N.C. State students; everyone in the community was encouraged to participate. Snacks and drinks were given after a donor’s blood was taken. There were also nurses present who had gradu-

ated from the University that came back to help out with the blood drive. Adam Ott, a freshman in First Year College, was glad to have the chance to give blood. “It feels great knowing that you have the opportunity to help those who are in need,” Ott said. “This blood drive is a great on-campus activity that is vital to our community.” After giving blood, donors received: a T-shirt, Dracula fangs, a certificate of appreciation, two passes to Raleighwood Cinema and Grill as well as an opportunity to sign the Scroll of Honor. “Every contribution that you make is important. Giving blood is life changing for many,” Campbell said.

“The music was a little loud; I would rather there be a more serene feeling. I feel like I’m in a giant rave with food,” said Leanna Hall, a freshmen in microbiology. “Plus, the music has nothing to do with Halloween, which is what the Elise Heglar event is themed.” Staff Writer Although other students also felt Dining halls at the University held the music was too loud, many also apHalloween-themed events Wednesday preciated the wider variety of desserts. night, even if students questioned how Cupcakes from Neomonde, pumpkin much the celebrations reflected the pie ice cream, Halloween cakes and dirt cake with gummy worms were served spirit of the holiday. Clark and Fountain Dining Halls to students as part of the Howl-Ocelebrated Halloween with students Ween event. “It was great. A better variety of by holding Howl-O-Ween, which desserts is always happens every good,” Neatheryear toward the way said. end of October The desserts and and includes a the music were the pumpkin-paintbiggest part of the ing contest as festivities. Alwell as specialty though the Haldesserts. loween-themed “I heard cakes were a dead about the event giveaway as to the through Facebook and the Leanna Hall, freshman in microbiology event’s t heme, some students online menu. I got an invite online and accepted,” said seemed to be confused about the reaClaire Neatherway, a freshmen in First son behind the music. “I like the idea of the theme night, Year College. Two local DJs, Bobby Drake and but I feel like it should be more creBrandon Mosley, were at Fountain ative. Decorations might have been Dining Hall to provide music for stu- really cool or at least some music that dents while they ate dinner. Top 40 fits with Halloween,” Hall said. “I just hits were played as each DJ had his wish there had been more of a Hallowown turntable set up in separate din- een feel. Maybe they could encourage more people to dress up.” ing rooms at Fountain. Fountain Dining Hall was not decoSome students dining at Fountain on Wednesday were not feeling the Halloween spirit. DINING continued page 3

“I feel like I’m in a giant rave with food. Plus the music has nothing to do with Halloween.”

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In Tuesday’s “State Fair chicks killed for safety reasons” article and accompanying photo, the Technician would like to clarify that only “broiler chicks” are euthanized and specialty bred chicks are given away to homes. The State Fair does not euthanize the baby chickens. The chickens are not killed because they are infected, but to prevent the spread of any disease or bacteria the animals may have come in contact with when being held. Also, the photo accompanying the article is of the State Fair Ark, not the Poultry Science Club booth. The animals of the Ark are not euthanized.

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ednesday morning at the Campus Farmer’s market, Emma Craven and Andrew Thore, both sophomores in Biology, choose pumpkins, which were given out for free. “It had an awesome curl on the end; the epic-est stem,” Thore said. Roasted pumpkin seeds were also offered along with the locally grown pumpkins. “I haven’t had [pumpkin seeds] since I was little, and not like these,” Craven said. The taste of the seeds was “nostalgic” for Thore. Amanda Roth, a freshman in Biology and volunteer for Campus Farmer’s Market, said there will be an event in November where free sweet potatoes will be distributed.

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intact at this event, with the products used at the event coming from area manufacturers. “Local products that were featured at this event include whipped topping donated by Alamance Foods and chopped peanuts from Mackey’s Ferry Peanuts,” Brackett said. The chancellor also completed a walk-through of the N.C. State Farmer’s Market prior to the event. For some students, this event was more compelling than the installation ceremony. “I did not attend the installation ceremony,” said Ashton Lowry, a freshman in psychology. “But I was really excited about the new ice cream flavor.” Other students, like Sarah Guess, a sophomore in biomedical engineering, were excited to see a more personal side of the new chancellor. “It showed the chancellor’s kid side,” Guess said. “We can relate to him because he still loves ice cream.” Although Howling Cow, which makes the University’s ice cream, did have to make a few changes to accommodate the new flavor, the core process remained intact, Brackett said. “We had to order different ingredients to make the flavor, but it will not change anything about how Howling Cow produces ice cream,” Brackett said. “Howling Cow is made on campus in Schaub Hall,” Brack-

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rated for the event. Most of the cakes were covered in some variety of Halloween-themed frosting, such as the “dirt” cake with gummy worms poking out of it. A pumpkin-painting contest was also included in the fes-

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University legal office helps land proprietary agreements for ‘Chancellor’s Choice.’ Pranay Deshpande Staff Writer

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Kelly Hook, student body president, assists in bringing large bowls of free ice cream to tables for students. “University Dining and student organizations really pulled together to make the Chancellor’s Ice Cream Dream event a success,” Hook said.

ett said. “Their recipes start with fresh milk and cream from a few miles down the road.” According to Hollifield, the ice cream truly is a creation of the University. “Students work on all aspects of milk and ice cream production, from the farm to the ice cream store,” Hollifield said. Woodson hopes this ice cream

will be a part of his legacy. “I hope when people reflect on my tenure, they remember raising the endowment, doing good things for student success, managing a difficult economy,” Woodson said. “And that the ice cream flavor sure was good, too.”

tivities. The winner received a prize after the judging was completed. “More activities might have made it feel more like an event,” Hall said. Turnout and praise was high for the Howl-O-Ween desserts in Fountain, however. “People definitely liked the food; I just think all of the loud noise made them feel a little overwhelmed. I would enjoy

the music at a lower volume,” Neatherway said. Dining halls host themed events a few times every semester; the Carolina Dinner at the start of the semester was similar to Howl-O-Ween. Most of these events include themed food and some form of entertainment. “Theme events are definitely a cool idea and I think students like it. Maybe the next one will be even better,” Hall said.

While it took some legal maneuvering, Wolf Tracks, the new “Chancellor’s Choice” ice cream, has cleared any hurdles that might stop its service on campus. Carl Hollifield, business manager for the Department of Food, Bioprocessing & Nutrition Sciences, was heavily involved in the process. According to Hollifield, he had to work with trademark holder Western Family Foods, Inc., the proprietary owner of the f lavor that will be called “Chancellor’s Choice” ice cream. “The ice cream is based on ‘Moose Tracks.’ We call

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Hook said. According to Tom Stafford, vice chancellor for Student Affairs, there are two ways to approach the issue of improved advising. “Deciding how to improve the process is one option, Stafford said. The other is moving to a whole new model. One of the central concerns students raised was that every University department has a different advising method, causing problems for students who transfer from one program to another. Margery Overton, a civil,

it ‘Wolf Tracks,’” he said. The University obtained the necessary legal permission to use the Moose Tracks recipe to make Wolf Tracks, Hollifield said. According to Hollifield, there is no patent associated with the ice cream. “We got the necessary permissions to use it, but I would clarify that it’s not a patent. There is a difference between patent and registered trademark,” Hollifield said. According to Hollifield, the University’s legal office played a big role in handling the legal issues. “The office’s help in this matter was critical to obtaining an agreement,” said Hollifield. “The contract that we entered into is a license agreement, which permits N.C. State to use the trademark,” said Judy Curry, associate general counsel in the Office of General Counsel. “Trademark owners have exclusive rights to use the mark in commerce.” Curry confirmed that Western Family Foods, Inc. is the owner of the trademark. The

Office of General Counsel reviewed the agreement for legal sufficiency, she said. “The agreement was sent to this office for review by the food science department and we negotiated minor changes in the agreement for compliance with North Carolina law,” Curry said. Hollifield feels that since it was chancellor’s idea, it was a job that had to be done. “It was our responsibility to make it happen and we got all the necessary permissions to make it happen,” Hollifield said. Hollifield said that the ice cream will be produced on campus. “Milk will be from our farm on Lake Wheeler Road. All ice cream will be produced at N.C. State’s Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences, located at Schaub Hall,” Hollifield said. “It was a collaborative effort between us [food, bioprocessing and nutrition sciences] and the chancellor’s office that made it possible,” Hollifield said.

construction and environmental engineering professor doubling as an adviser, said this is a legitimate concern. “There are a lot of different models for advising,” Overton said. Ambrose said Universitycentralized advising could be a solution. This option could give students a bit of reality by providing information like how many seats are available in the college they’re hoping to enter, he said. Mike Giancola, director of the Center for Student Leadership, Ethics and Public Service, said the problem originates at the admission level. “How do we admit students?” Giancola said. “Every campus is having this discussion. 17- and 18-year-olds coming to campus knowing what they want to do

for the rest of their lives is a fallacy.” Student leaders initially discussed issues with advising at the Presidents’ Roundtable held in early October and Hook chose the topic to be the central focus of the Chancellor’s Liaison meeting. According to Hook, the Chancellor’s Liaison meeting focuses on one selected issue voiced at the Presidents’ Roundtable. The Chancellor then gathers the University’s most relevant faculty and staff to voice the processes and their opinions. Hook said there are a number of ways for students’ to raise concerns at these meetings. “Talk to people,” Hook said. “Make sure they have a representative at the Roundtable.”

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{OUR VIEW}

THE FACTS:

A year ago, the football team struggled throughout conference play, going 2-6 in the ACC. After a 5-2 start, (2-1 ACC) to 2010, Thursday night’s showdown with FSU has ACC title implications.

OUR OPINION:

With the Pack off to its best start since 2002, fans need to get behind Tom O’Brien and Co. and make Carter-Finley one of the loudest venues in the nation.

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ast year the football team was off to a great start, but went downhill quickly. This year the team has improved significantly, but the fan base is still trying to catch up. The Wolfpack football team has improved their game, but now it is up to the students and fans to step up their game. ESPN will be covering the game once again. This means national recognition not only for the sports team, but N.C. State as well. We can use the brief moments between plays and the pre- and post-show

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time to exemplify the spirit of N.C. State, whether it is sportsmanship or pride. In this way, student should go crazy, but not be ridiculous. School pride is one sign of a happy, successful school and is attractive and infectious. However, it can also be detrimental if excessive. Over-the-top excitement fosters poor sportsmanship, which will further lessen the impact of the students and fans’ pride.

A supported football team can enhance recruiting, for both football and the University. By showing the world N.C. State fans are excited and strongly support their team, prospective students and athletes will consider N.C. State more as a top pick school. A part of the fan base tailgating every Thursday or Saturday, rain or shine, are alumni. Many are loyal to the University, but can still be subject to the same

disappointment as students. Though this disappointment does not stop their loyalty, it stops their pocketbooks. However, students increasing their support will further challenge the alumni to increase their support, both on the sidelines and the endowment. The football game looks to be an exciting one. Students and fans are urged to show the nation we are behind the football team 100 percent. By the end of the night, there should be no doubt that the Wolfpack nation is united.

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IN YOUR WORDS

“How do you think the football program affects the University?”

“It brings students together to cheer on the team, as well as tailgating,”

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Taylor Nienke freshman, first year college

“It unifies the University. There is an entire club devoted just to attending games. Games are a social event, whether people like the sport or not,” Alex Hubbell freshman, fisheries and wildlife science

I guess it’s the most important thing to write about… still though Brian Schultz, sophomore in environmental design in architecture

“It gives students something to get excited about, since classes are not so exciting,”

“It brings everyone together. It is something we all have in common, supporting our team”

Ian Dominno sophomore, computer science

Jeffrey Ollison freshman, industrial engineering

“People are happier when we are doing better. N.C. State is not known for top football, and we are getting more publicity for the University,”

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David Muyer freshman, First Year College

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Halloween: An Open Letter to the NC State Family This letter is an appeal to your good judgment and to alert you to a growing concern from the City of Raleigh. It is a concern we share. The subject is Halloween

activities along the Hillsborough Street corridor and in off campus student residential areas. As you may have heard, civic leaders in Chapel Hill once again announced their efforts to reduce the size of the Franklin Street Halloween event and return it to a small town community gathering. In the past, this event had attracted thousands of drunken revelers who created a costly public disturbance and engaged in assaultive and abusive behaviors. Raleigh Police will be deploying large numbers of law enforcement personnel to Hillsborough Street and will be assisted by NC State University Police. There will be strict enforcement of violations of the law including, but not limited to, underage alcohol possession and/or consumption, disorderly conduct, and assault. The Raleigh Nuisance Party Ordinance will also be strictly enforced. Arrests will be made, citations given, and those who are NC State students will also be referred to the Office of Student Conduct. Because of the changes in traffic patters and parking on Hillsborough Street it is important for you be cautious when crossing the street. Hillsborough Street will not be closed to vehicle traffic. It is imperative that individuals use the sidewalks and not obstruct traffic flow in any way. Both Werewolf night service and WolfProwl service to Glenwood South will be running. All NC State University parking lots will

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Wolfpack soccer cheating? I am a long time fan of NCSU soccer, but the game Tuesday against Navy, as well as others, leaves me cold. The NCSU men’s team cheats, eight to 10 times per game, and the lame referees won’t even call it. NCSU’s second goal should have been disallowed. One of the team’s defenders offers long and powerful throw-ins, but runs over the line every other time and commits infractions. The ACC should hang its head in shame for hiring incompetent refs. Jeff Davidson, Raleigh

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Student Government is an organization of over 200 volunteers committed to enhancing the N.C. State student experience. We could do better about telling our peers what exactly that entails and I hope you’ll see this article as a step in the right direction. One of the ways we reach out to Kelly Hook the campus Guest Columnist i s t h rou g h “The Roundtable.” This is a meeting open to any representative from any student organization across campus. We discuss student concerns and develop an agenda to present to administrators at the monthly “Chancellor’s Liaison” meeting. To get involved, type “The Roundtable” in the Facebook search bar. At our last Chancellor’s Liaison meeting, we discussed academic advising. SG will be taking steps to start addressing some of the academic advising issues. First, we will compile data, in conjunction with University Planning and Analysis, in order to quantify advising concerns. This will include new and existing student surveys, advisor surveys and departmental graduation rates, to name a few. Once data has been compiled, we will be able to concisely articulate key problem areas

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and outline this to the provost and college deans. SG, along with the input of our peers, will develop a student charge to the administrators. This charge will strive to place accountability for academic advising at higher levels of the administration, not just at departmental levels. While this is going on, we will be working on some “quick fix” solutions with Dean Ambrose and others. For example, advisors would be required to schedule advising meetings throughout the semester, rather than just around class enrollment t i me. We will also be work ing alongside the Undergraduate Student Success Task Force to determine fundamental, institutional issues that may be creating advising problems. Speaking of task forces, most students have heard of the Strategic Planning Process. Chancellor Woodson has a vision for N.C. State and nine separate task forces will determine how to turn that vision into a reality. Each task force will attempt to determine game changers for our University while being mindful of limited resources. I strongly encourage everyone to go to the Strategic Planning website (http://info.ncsu.edu/ strategic-planning/) and let

each task force know what your perspective is on the issues presented, especially the Undergraduate Student Success and Campus Culture task forces. On another note, SG just finished working with the Athletics Department to provide students with more parking at the RBC center for basketball season. Now that the majority of parking is on the southeast side of the RBC Center, we have worked to move the student gates to the east entrance as well. With N.C . S t at e st udent ID c a rd s, st udents ca n enter parking areas f rom Gates A, B and F for free. We are also hoping that these added gates will cut down on Trinity Road traffic. It’s important to mention SG is a group of students, not the Federal Government. We want to be a support network for our peers and better the University we love. We’re out on the Brickyard every Wednesday from 10:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We’d like to hear your concerns, figure out how we can help and tell you about the work we’re doing on a ton of different projects. Kelly Hook is a junior in political science and the student body president of N.C. State University.

“We want to be a support network for our peers and better the University we love.”

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any do not know that Chancellor Randy Woodson’s wife, Susan Woodson, is a painter. Using bright colors and dramatic graphics, Woodson paints various-sized paintings and has converted the basement of the chancellor’s residence into a tucked-away studio. Technician sat down with Woodson to hear about her past experience in art and her future endeavors at N.C. State. Technician: How’s it been here in North Carolina so far? Woodson: It’s been fun. We love it. The day we drove in the driveway I felt like this was home. N.C. State’s wonderful. It’s a great school. Hillsborough [Street] was a little challenging when we got here but it’s beautiful. I am so excited that it’s all done. It looks so good. Technician: When did you start painting? Woodson: When I went into art as a major, I was a painter. I always loved arts and my mother was very encouraging and very creative — we were always decorating. There were three girls and we were always moving furniture around and rearranging, so I always had that interest for design. And really for art, what did you do mostly at that time? You painted. Because graphic design kind of took over my life, my fine arts kind of went by the wayside and then I had children and life was busy. But two years ago, before we moved here, we had built a house and the basement was empty because we didn’t finish it. It had these great windows that looked out over these great woods, so I got some canvases and started painting again. Technician: Where did you get your degree from? Woodson: The University of Arkansas. I went to school there and then Randy followed me. We were high school sweethearts. Actually, how I really got into graphic design was after Randy and I got married, we moved to Ithaca,

NY to Cornell and I got into the design department, the publication department and I got great experience. Now, it was different then. It was not computerized. Everything was handdone. Then any time we moved, my experience immediately got me a job. In between that I was having children and it was something I could do on the side, but then the world changed and it all became computerized. I had to go back and get my masters and get all the computer skills, which was so hard for me. It was before I had even sat at a computer. Our world was not computerized, so I had to make myself go back and get experience in how to design. In that time, I taught at the school and got a more well-rounded view of design and art and how it all worked together. Technician: What was your impression of having to use the computer versus the old-school way? Woodson: One of the reasons why I went into design was because I loved the hands-on about it. It was creating something with my hands, but also in the end have a great publication piece that you printed and saw the end results. I love that. I couldn’t stand the idea of doing it on the computer, but the more I got to know the programs and familiarize myself with it, I realized the endless possibilities there are. But I always say: if you don’t have that basic design skill and training, then you really aren’t a designer, even though anyone in the world who has a program thinks they’re a designer. Technician: Have you ever attended any of the ARTS N.C. State events?

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Sporting a trendy urban look, Leo Ruas, a graduate student in mechanical engineering, poses in the Brickyard. Ruas purchased his shirt and jeans from his favorite store, Zara ($40 and $50, respectively), and his coat from Celio ($40). He wore shoes from Supra ($100), Ray-Ban glasses ($200), and a hat purchased in Japan for $50. “My style is a mix of European and American influences,” Ruas said. “I’m from France, so a lot of my clothes come from there.”

Woodson: When I first arrived, first I met with Marvin Malecha, a couple of people in the design area. I’ve gotten a lot of ideas from them of things I want to develop at N.C. State. The Gregg Museum is great. I met with Lynn Enis and I went over and toured, then I took Randy over and toured. In the whole process, I said “let’s put some art in the residence and the chancellor’s office this summer.” I don’t know if you’ve been in his office — it looked real boring — so now it looks wonderful. You’ll see all the art came from the Gregg Museum. Some of the art in [the chancellor’s house] is from the Gregg Museum and there is some more to come. I’ve been to the openings for the Gregg Museum and I went to [Art to Wear]. That was so fun and I was so impressed with how creative every-

body was and how well done it was. It was quite a show. Technician: What kinds of plans do have for your future involvement in the design school? Woodson: I would like to start an art co-op on Hillsborough Street. In West Lafayette, they had a nice art co-op where artists worked in their homes or studios and sold their work at this co-op and they would have to work in the co-op. So I am interested in getting that started in the real near future — there are some places we are looking at on Hillsborough Street. I have someone else I am working with on this and I think it could be really exciting and it also would give me a place to show and sell my work as well as other people in the community. And hopefully students can get involved in it.

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Sufjan Stevens has been silent for the last five years. His last album, Illinoise, was released early in the summer of 2005 and was his usual, brilliantly haunting pop that is anything but normal. The Age of Adz, released in early October of this year, follows a different path for Stevens. Instead of the orchestral arrangements we have come to know and love from his older albums, Age of Adz is brimming with electronic sounds and synthesizers. For many Sufjan Stevens followers, such as myself, this album came with shock and anger. Sufjan Stevens already gave the originality that we loved, and he took our love and threw it to the ground. Everything has changed. Sufjan is no longer following his quest for an album for each of the 50 states. Fans discovered in horror that the states mission was only an advertising scheme. Listening to the new album, there is hardly a hint of Sufjan’s famous banjo. This news hurts. But, giving The Age of Adz a chance and a good listen, fans are able to see Sufjan Stevens as the artist he is. He is no longer a one-sound musician, but a genuine talent who has more to offer the world.

Technician: What inspires your work? Woodson: I’ll just pick up a brush and start painting or have an idea in my mind. It never turns out like what I have in my mind, but it’s just the creative process of producing something and watching it develop — nature, my dogs, inside rooms, interiors. Technician: Do you have any advice for aspiring artists? Woodson: I always say — and I have a daughter who is a photography major — to follow your passion. If you follow your passion, you’ll find something with that that you love to do and you will be able to find something to support yourself in some way.

For those who have not experienced any music by Sufjan Stevens, this is the time. Sufjan covers a full spectrum of sound. The Age of Adz gives listeners a taste of the future of music. Brass instruments mixed with electronic, constant beeps followed by trills and Sufjan’s known harmonies alongside auto-tuned tracks — this combination of sounds, both old and new, shows the expanse and brilliance of the artist who is Sufjan Stevens. And for those who are like me, take a deep breath, plug in and listen to The Age of Adz with an open mind. Sufjan Stevens is still there, under all of that new sound. We fell in love with him for his originality, now we can fall in love all over again. Instead of following Stevens through the past and present of Michigan and Illinoise, let him take you to space and into the future with The Age of Adz. We expected great things and he followed through with something greater than we could have imagined. If you are still looking for the old Sufjan, listen to the first track, “Futile Devices,” which falls closely in line with Sufjan’s 2004 album, Seven Swans. The best example of his combination of sounds is, “I Want to Be Well,” which is featured toward the end of the album. With Sufjan Stevens, nothing can go wrong.

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Halloween for the procrastinator:

LAST-MINUTE COSTUME IDEAS STORY BY STACI THORNTON | PHOTOS BY LUIS ZAPATA

If you still don’t know what you’re wearing for Halloween this weekend, don’t worry – just take a look in your closet. The materials for a costume are all there. Every year you think: “I won’t wait until the last minute to put my Halloween costume together.” But here it is, the Thursday before Halloween weekend and you have no costume — and even worse, no ideas! Ca lm dow n. T here a re such things as easy and cheap costume ideas — most of which you can compile with items at your own house. For the more creative folk, one of my favorite ideas is a Rubik’s cube. Simply put different colored squares of paper on a box, cut a hole for your head and arms and dress in all black. You can be a completed cube or a jumbled cube. My favorite version of this costume involves having

the same color on each side, except one square. You can walk around disappointed the entire night. If you are into looking scary for Halloween, dressing as a zombie is easy. Take some old clothes, cut them up and get them really dirty. Then mess up your hair and walk around all creepy-like. If you really want to go the distance, get some make-up to pale your skin, create dark circles under your eyes and use lipstick or fake blood and have it running out of your mouth. I’m going to go ahead and put money on the fact that one of the most popular costume themes this Halloween will be Jersey Shore. Ladies, tease your hair for the perfect poof, wear a ton of make-up and a short dress with very high heels. Gentlemen, wear a T-shirt, jeans, very white sneakers, sunglasses — don’t take them off, even inside — and as much gel as your hair can handle. Just talk about T-shirts, GTL (gym, tan, laundry) and fist pumps. Since fashion always comes back around, dressing in styles from different decades is usually pretty easy. Put on hip-hugging bell-bottoms and a tie-dye T-shirt and you transform into an instant hippy. Part your hair in the middle, draw a flower on your face and get into a peaceful state of mind. I’m sure your closet is full of 80s clothing — combine them for a perfect costume. Cut the collar off

of a T-shirt or sweatshirt and wear it with leggings and leg warmers for the 80s workout girl look. A key element to this costume includes make-up and accessories — anything bright will do. Blue eye shadow, big earrings and if you have one, a fanny pack. A 1980s Miss America is also fun. You will probably need to go to a thrift store—or raid your mother’s closet—for a tacky, bright, promtype dress and white gloves if they have them. You just need to add a sash decorated with glitter saying, “Miss America” and a tiara to complete the look. Don’t worry guys, the 80s are easy for you too. To really go the distance, go to a local thrift store and find some tight, acid-washed jeans, a white dress jacket and a bright Tshirt. You will look like you stepped out of a Miami Vice rerun. You can also roll up a pair of jeans to make them even tighter and tuck in a Tshirt with rolled-up sleeves. Add some Ray-Bans and you are ready for an 80s night out. Dressing as Waldo is also fun and easy. Pair a white and red striped shirt with blue jeans and black glasses. If you have a red, knit hat that would be super, but people will get it without the hat. Be sure to jump in the back of everyone’s pictures so they can play “Where’s Waldo?” when looking through them. A group of girls, in need of matching costumes, can easily become flight attendants. Pair a black miniskirt with a black blazer or vest and some high heels. Add a small scarf around your neck and print out your favorite airline’s logo to wear as a name tag. For added effect, wheel around a small suitcase all night — just think of it as a big purse. If you have anything bright and crazy in your wardrobe, you can definitely pull off dressing as a tourist. Pair a bright T-shirt with bright shorts—just make sure they don’t match—and knee-length, white socks and tennis shoes. Wear sunglasses and carry around a map and a camera. Again, if you have a fanny pack, it will add to the ensemble. If you are going to a party and still can’t think of a good idea, simply dress and act like the host of the party. For example, if a friend wanted to dress like me, all they would have to do is wear big white sunglasses and walk around saying, “I know, right!”

all night long. People would get it. If you hate the idea of going as a ghost again this year, take that white sheet and throw it around your body to make a classic toga. To create a headpiece, cut and shape a coat hanger to fit your head and add some foliage. A large, white button-up shirt is very useful when creating costumes. Throw some paint on it, pair it with some jeans and a knit hat to become a painter. Carry around a paint brush and a paper plate with different colored splotches. You will be good to go. Guys, you can always be Tom Cruise from Risky Business by wearing a white button-up, white socks and Ray-Bans. Just be sure to slide in and sing “Old Time Rock and Roll” into a microphone. You can create a costume with a sheet, a white shirt or a fanny pack. Just find an item of clothing in your closet and work around it to create a costume. Now you no longer have an excuse to avoid dressing up this year.

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Coach harping on second-year success After experiencing a second year letdown at Western Carolina, women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper has optimistic outlook on upcoming season Jeniece Jamison Senior Staff Writer

As basketball season approaches for second year women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper, she is preparing to once again lead a team that will play under a microscope. In her first season in Raleigh, Harper led the Pack to the ACC Tournament championship game against Duke and the team’s first NCAA Tournament birth since the 2006-2007 season. In Harper’s first year at Western Carolina, she led the Catamounts to an 18-14 overall record with a 10-10 record in the Southern Conference. Western fell to Harper’s alma mater Tennessee in the first round of the NCAA Tournament that season. But Harper’s second season at Western was a different story, as she finished the season with a 9-20 overall record and no postseason berth.

“After going through my second year at Western Carolina and talking to friends that have gone through second years, that year can be really tough,” Harper said. “I think your newness wears off. You start bringing in recruits, and sometimes that changes your team chemistry. “ For Harper’s second season at Western, the talent level was not the issue. But she said her team’s failure to jell together caused a number of problems. “When I was at Western Carolina, we had that issue,” Harper said. “The worst basketball season that I’ve ever had was at Western Carolina. It was hard. We were very talented, but chemistry-wise, we just couldn’t make it work.” Despite the past, Harper said she is confident she will have no such second-year chemistry issues with the Pack. “I just don’t feel like I’m going to see that with this group, which really gives me a lot of confidence in this second year, which is – like I said – a lot of times tough for programs,” Harper said. “We don’t have drama on our team. There is good team chemistry.

I think that speaks highly of our kids, and I think that’s going to come into play early in the season. This year I tried to do some team-building activities and be really cognizant of watching our players. I just don’t see it. They genuinely love each other, and you just don’t feel any tension or jealousy with this group. “ She also said hard work and preparation in the preseason will be essential to preventing another sophomore slump. With her system already in place, she will be able to help her team make progress much more quickly in year two. “This preseason has been definitely easier for me because I know our players,” Harper said. “They know me and they know what to expect. Things go a little quicker. Our terminology is already in place. As a staff, we now have been here with the policies and procedures in place, and we’ve been able to move forward quicker and smoother this year.” The Pack will open its season when it hosts College of Charleston at the Sheraton Raleigh Wolfpack Invitational Nov. 12.

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attributed these difficulties to untimely penalties and said the team needs to start coming away with touchdowns instead of turnovers or field goals. “We have to eliminate the penalties and some of the stupid mistakes before the ball is actually snapped,” Wilson said. “We’ll have a third-andtwo and get a penalty, so we have to be smart there. And then it’s just about making plays. Whether it’s catching the ball, throwing the ball, picking up a first down - whatever it takes to come away with seven points.” The Wolfpack’s red zone offense and the Oline’s ability to keep Wilson’s jersey clean will be key in the divisional battle, which will kick off at 7:45 p.m.

powerhouse team like that. It’s a lot to get revved up for. It’s a Thursday night game and you’re going against top athletes and one of the best historical teams in the country. We know we have the best offense in the ACC. We know we can put up a lot of points. We go out there against FSU and we know what to expect from them. They’re going to play hard-nosed defense, with a lot of man coverage, so we have to expose them and their weaknesses.

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With me having a big game against them last year, I’m excited to get out and do it again. Historically I have always had big games ever since my freshman year against Florida State. I’m pretty sure that thus far teams in this conference have been focused on minimizing the deep threat and the big plays that I go over the top with. I’m pretty sure they will do the same thing, but that’s Florida State. They are real cocky and they think their defensive backs can cover anything. They have some younger defensive backs, so I’m sure their coach is telling them, ‘watch Spencer, don’t let him get behind you, keep everything in front of you.’ But sometimes younger guys will get a little

hard-headed. I just have to go out there and take everything they give me. And I will be going deep. The crowd is definitely more amped up for Thursday night games. I think it’s because on the weekends there are a lot of old people in the crowd. Thursday night games are more student games because they have more access to tickets. It’s during the middle of the week so not a lot of older adults get a chance to come because they have work in the morning. It’s not just a Thursday game. It’s a big time game. It will be pumped and I’m sure the crowd will have something for us, and for the opponent too. The craziest thing I have seen by a State fan at home was during the

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loss is a loss and any loss is bad. We really wanted to make our mark as far as being state champions. The loss to ECU really put us back in that aspect. Everybody d id n’t play their best in t he ECU game. Everybody has had Owen a better focus Spencer this week. We Senior Wide went to work Reciever during the bye week. And we have something to look forward to as far as getting back on track. We just have to look at it collectively. Everybody had a bad game so we have to pick it up this week. You want to win every game because if you want to be one of the best teams in the country, you have to. But we lost, so it was a hard one to swallow. But in conference, it didn’t really hurt us that much and this coming Thursday, it’s really two of the best ACC teams right now. It’s very exciting to have a chance to bounce back. We still have a whole half of a season left. During the off week we just had time to fine-tune everything and reboot the system a little bit and get back to what we were doing at the beginning of the season – playing good ball. This game is very big. Not only is it two undefeated teams in the Atlantic, it’s also on a big-time stage and everybody is going to get the chance to watch. We want to go out and set that mark and let all the teams in the conference know that we beat the powerhouse in our division. We’re pretty excited about it, but we just can’t make it bigger than it already is. It’s a big game, and we just have to go out there and play. State-FSU is always an athletic game. It has featured some of the best athletes going back to when Chuck Amato and Bobby Bowden were best friends and recruited against each other and knew they had a game where it was the best pool of athletes in two different states going against each other. And ever since then, it’s been a hell of a game. There are always a lot of changes in momentum, a lot of big hits, and a lot of ‘oohs’ and ‘ahs’ and things like that. It’s spilled over now four years later, now that I’m a senior. I used to watch and say, ‘Wow, it’s a lot of athletes and a lot of big-time players and future NFL draft picks.’ I’m involved now, so I really get a sense of ‘Wow, I’m playing against Florida State.’ Not a lot of people get to play against a

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Senior wide receiver Jarvis WIlliams jumps on the back of freshman doubleback D.J. Green after Green’s touchdown Saturday against Boston College. Green had 5 tackles and N.C. State defeated BC, 44 - 17.

Control of division at stake in battle with FSU With both teams undefeated in divisional play, Thursday’s winner to take over driver’s seat in Atlantic Tucker Frazier Deputy Sports Editor

As the football team heads into its nationally televised matchup against Florida State Thursday night, coach Tom O’Brien and his players have been treating it the same as every other game this season—like an ACC championship game. Only this time, it’s true, as the Wolfpack battles the No. 16 Seminoles for the driver’s seat in the Atlantic Division. “As coach [O’Brien] says, every game is an ACC championship game, but this one actually is,” linebacker Audie Cole said. “He always says it and it doesn’t always register, but I think everyone knows this is the most important game we’ve played in a while.” Off to its best start since 2002, the Wolfpack (5-2, 2-1 ACC) currently sits in second place in the Atlantic Division, while Florida State (6-1, 4-0 ACC), winners of five straight games, sits in first. Although a lot of things can happen between now and the end of

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the year, State’s showdown with the Seminoles is a chance for the team to show off its hard work and gain control of the division, according to O’Brien. “We’ve worked hard to put ourselves in this position to have a game like this,” O’Brien said. “That’s one thing that I think kids come to school to play football for is to be in this position. To fight for a shot at your side of the title and do it on national television on Thursday night.” The game will have a hard time living up to last season’s 45-42 shootout, when Wilson’s five touchdown passes weren’t enough. The Florida State defense is much improved this season, leading the nation in sacks (30) and the ACC in scoring defense, surrendering only 16.1 points per game. The Pack’s offensive line, which has given up the second-most sacks (17) in the ACC, will be put to the test against a blitzhappy Seminole defense. In particular, the O-line will have to contain Florida State defensive end Brandon Jenkins, who ranks second in the ACC with seven sacks. “It all starts with their defensive line,” Wilson said. “They’re very aggressive and get up the field really well, which is good in terms of sacks. The linebackers are athletic and make plays. The same thing goes for the rest of their defense. But it all starts with the defensive line and goes from there.”

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One thing the Pack hopes will help is the extra rest it received during a muchneeded bye week following a disappointing 33-27 loss to East Carolina. Players were able to take time off to recuperate from the physical toll the first seven games of the season had taken. Cole used the off time to go deer hunting, while naturally, quarterback Russell Wilson used the time to watch baseball—his other true passion. Regardless of what players did during their free time, O’Brien said his team looks more lively. “I think the team used the time off wisely,” O’Brien said. “I think we were fatigued both mentally and physically. The seven-game stretch caught up to some of the players, especially the younger kids. I think we did a good job off the field of getting rested and as we got back on the practice field, it looked like it was a different football team in terms of their legs and quickness.” The Achilles’ heel of the Wolfpack has been its inability to convert red zone opportunities into touchdowns. Out of 38 trips to the red zone this season, State has scored only 19 touchdowns, settling for field goals instead. Wilson

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On Oct. 31, 2009, the Pack dropped a 45-42 shootout with the Seminoles. State lost despite its highest scoring output against a BCS opponent of 2009. Quarterbck Russell Wilson led the way, notching one of the best performances of his first two seasons in Raleigh. Wilson’s favorite target was speedy junior Owen Spencer, who hauled in five passes for 165 yards. But Wilson’s 349 yards and five passing touchdowns were not enough, as a balanced Noles attack helped the home team prevail on Halloween. FSU’s Jermaine Thomas gained 186 yards and two touchdowns to complement Seminole quarterback Christian Ponder, who threw for 277 yards and one score.

Players to watch for: N.C. STATE Redshirt junior defensive end Jeff Rieskamp The performance of State’s defensive line will go a long way in determining the Pack’s chances against the No. 16 Seminoles. Rieskamp, coming off one of the best games of his career in the overtime loss to ECU, will be relied upon to help harass Christian Ponder and slow down an FSU ground game that has been devastating at times this season. Florida State boasts a powerful offensive line that paved the way for nearly 300 yards rushing two weeks ago in a romp over then-No. 13 Miami. The offense struggled in a hard-fought victory over BC a week ago, but has shown flashes of dominance in conference play, as it also ran for 256 yards against Virginia three weeks ago. Rieskamp and his defensive line counterparts will have their work cut out for them. Junior tight end George Bryan By the 2009 first-team all-conference selection’s standards, Bryan has had a relatively quiet first seven games of the season. He has 240 yards receiving and two touchdowns on the year, but Pack fans are hoping it’s a matter of not if, but when he breaks out with a dominant afternoon. Bryan was one of Wilson’s favorite red zone targets a year ago, with six touchdowns. The Pack has struggled at times this year with finishing long drives with touchdowns, and Bryan is one of several players the Wolfpack offense needs to step up and make plays around the goal line. As arguably the team’s most sure-handed receiver, Bryan could also be looked to when his team needs third down conversions and short completions to move the ball with minimal risk of interceptions.

FLORIDA STATE Sophomore running back Chris Thompson Thompson has already had an exponentially larger impact as a sophomore than he did as a freshman. With 446 yards on less than 60 carries, for an average of 7.8 yard per rush, Thompson has been a bigplay running back for the Seminoles all season long. Much of his success has come because of his breakaway speed, which has allowed him to rip off runs of 90 and 83 already. N.C. State must keep Thompson bottled up if it wants to keep pace with the Seminole offense.

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