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Chair warns this year’s Pack Howl act may not impress Budget cuts affect committee’s entertainment plans
Compton said the committee hopes to offer a large performance made up by local bands, but hopes students will bear with the committee as it operates Joanna Banegas on a shoestring budget. Staff Writer “We hope the students will underHomecoming’s Pack Howl concert stand it’s been a tough year for everyhas featured such starlets as Ludacris, one,” Compton said. “The concert Chris Daughtry Common and Nerd won’t be going away, it’s just a matter of how big the in year’s past, but name of the act the Homecomwill be.” ing commit tee Compton said will not be able to t he commit tee bring a headlining is spending less performer due to money than it did the University’s in the past, adding budget cuts. Homecoming Chair Adam Compton Adam Comp- on the committees work to make the donors aren’t contributing as much ton, Homecomweek a success despite budget cuts money as last year. ing chair, said “We’re still trythe committee is trying to figure out how to make the ing to work with the budget and addiperformance impressive on a limited tional money to get to the best results that will draw students the most,” budget. “The only difference the students Compton said. “I hope more students will see is that the name of the act will get out there and be involved in wont be as big as in past years,” Comp- the week long activities during Homecoming week. “ ton said.
“We’re still trying to work with the budget.”
see page 3 for more on homecoming 2009.
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Kylie Kenworthy, a senior in communication media, paints a window at El Rodeo as part of Paint the Town Red along Hillsborough Street for the start of Homecoming 2008.
H1N1 prevention, vaccine remain hot topics on campus Health Center aims to inform, prevent Health officials want students to be safe, prevent spread of virus
CDC: 3.4 million vaccine doses available soon
Jasmine Willis
Health officials expect vaccine to be effective
Staff Writer
With an inf lux of students with flu-like symptoms visiting the Health Center, health officials are faced with finding ways to limit the spread of the virus. As soon as students displaying flu-like symptoms walk in, they are confronted with numerous sanitizing stations to prevent the spread of any bacteria. Medical Director and Laboratory Director Dr. Mary Bengtson wants students to be completely aware of the symptoms of H1N1 and how to treat it. Students who are not aware of the symptoms could be at risk of catching H1N1. “Flu is sometimes diagnosed based on symptoms without any lab test,” Bengtson said. Depending on the doctor or nurse’s judgement, any one with similar symptoms of H1N1 could be diagnosed as positive or negative. “There is no guarantee the test will be positive,” Bengtson said. “Even if a person is sick with the flu.” Some students have comparable symptoms that appear to be H1N1,
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While H1N1 spreads significantly each day, more students are going to greater measures to protect themselves. Caitlyn Alberts, a freshman in First Year College, and Ellen Zeigler, a freshman in biology, wear masks while waiting to get checked out at the Student Health Center. “We are just wearing the masks for prevention so we don’t pick up the virus,” Alberts said. Many students requests masks when they walk in the center to lower their chances of catching the virus.
and are misdiagnosed. Annie Kilroy, a freshman majoring in psychology, recently visited the Student Health Center. There they supposedly detected swine f lu and prompted the student to go home and take over-the-counter drugs.
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Dining offers meal kits:
For bed-ridden sick students, the dining halls offer “get-well meal kits.” More information is available at ncsu. edu/dining. Source: ncsu.edu/dining
More than 3 million doses of the H1N1 flu vaccine will be available beginning in early October, according to Dr. Jay Butler, who heads the 2009 H1N1 Vaccine Task Force at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “All of that vaccine is the inhalable vaccine,” he said. The arrival of the vaccine approval comes at a critical time, as flu activity is increasing nationwide, with cases found in all 50 states. Nearly 5,000 cases have been diagnosed on college campuses alone. Because the H1N1 flu virus has not mutated into a new strain from its earlier version, health officials are expecting the vaccine to effective. The shipment of 3.4 million doses are the first of 195 million doses the U.S. government has purchased from five vaccine manufacturers. The Food and Drug Administra-
Class ring sales up despite economy issues Students delay buying until later in college, but sales remain steady David Malpass Correspondent
Class ring sales have increased from last fall, according to Mike Merritt, regional manager of Balfour. Balfour handcrafts class rings for students who have completed at least 60 hours of coursework at the University. “Last fall, our nationwide sales were down 30 percent or more, while N.C. State’s only dropped 5 percent. This fall, sales at State are actually up 20 percent from last year.” Merritt, who has been selling the official University
rings for five years, said “N.C. State is in the top 12 in the entire country in buying class rings.” Merritt said he attributes the increase to high expectations for this year’s football team and a great sense of loyalty to the University. Balfour also offers a lifetime warranty, as well as a “wear as you pay” plan. The student pays a minimum deposit of 20 percent of the total cost by credit card, and the remaining balance is divided into up to six equal payments. Merritt declined to release exact data but said Balfour sold about 1,000 rings last year which range from $305 to $1095. Merritt said students are waiting longer to buy their rings than in the
HOw to stay well: The CDC advises the public to take preventative measures to make sure their chance of getting sick remains low. Students are encouraged to take part in handwashing with soap and water, sneezing into a tissue or sleeve instead of hands, and, most importantly, staying home if sick. Source: Center for Disease control and prevention
tion approved and licensed the H1N1 vaccine from four of the manufacturers. Sanofi Pasteur, Novartis and CSL Limited will manufacture flu shots, and MedImmune will manufacture the inhalable vaccine. GlaxoSmithkline — located in Research Triangle Park — is also producing an injectable flu vaccine, but is still awaiting approval from the FDA. FDA licensure means the government has certified the vaccine is made properly and meets specific manufacturing and quality standards. Health officials with the CDC have encouraged those most vulnerable
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Want a ring? Rings are available for order in the Bookstore until Oct. 7, when all orders placed will undergo a six-week process involving over 65 people handcrafting each ring. The rings then spend the night in the belltower before Students who purchased a ring receive them at the new Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center on December 6 during the traditional Ring Ceremony. Source: Barfour
past, which could have to do with the economy. “As soon as a student had junior status, they would order immediately.” Merritt said. “We’ve definitely noticed that students are waiting longer until
they’re seniors. Seniors want the ring on their hand for job inter-
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Today Graphic Quilts at the Gregg Gregg Museum of Art & Design, noon to 10 p.m.
Weather Wise
Wachovia Executive Lecture Series Nelson Hall Room 3400, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday:
University Theatre presents Amadeus Thompson Hall, 8 p.m. Thursday Graphic Quilts at the Gregg Gregg Museum of Art & Design, noon to 10 p.m.
86/67 Mostly cloudy with a chance of an afternoon shower. East winds at 5 to 10 mph.
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84 65 Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers. Light North winds. source: NCSU Meteorology
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Food, Inc. Witherspoon Cinema, 7 to 8:35 p.m.
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University Theatre presents Amadeus Thompson Hall, 8 p.m.
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aitlin McTattle, a freshman in communication media, pours a freshly made smoothie into a cup at Planet Smoothie on Hillsborough Street Tuesday afternoon. “I used to work at the Planet Smoothie in Cary and I transferred stores when I came to college,” McTattle said. “The best part of working here is when people you know stop by.” Planet Smoothie is has a new promotions program where a customer can enter his or her cell number into a small gadget and then get text promotions sent to the phone. After the customer has entered their number enough times, he or she will be able to receive a free smoothie.
In the know
Chancellor will hold Talley info session
Chancellor James Woodward will speak on the Talley Student Center and Atrium renovations Thursday in the lobby of Talley from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The information session will educate students on specifics of the project and allow for suggestions on how to improve the Atrium and Talley. Refreshments and giveaways will be provided. Source: Rally4Talley Facebook event
Wachovia series hosts tobacco speaker President of Reynolds American Susan Ivey will speak at 3400 Nelson Hall today on tobacco regulation at 4:30 p.m. The title of the lecture, which is part of the Wachovia Executive Lecture Series, is “At a Crossroads: Public Health Policies & Tobacco Regulation.” The event is free and a question and answer session will follow the event. Source: ncsu.edu
CSLEPS will honor student leaders
scholarship and community service at halftime of the Nov. 7 homecoming game against Maryland. To apply, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and be free from academic integrity probation and previous disciplinary probation. Applicants must also have completed two semesters, be enrolled as an undergraduate and intend to return to the University in fall 2010. Applications are due Friday, Oct. 2 at 5 p.m. No late applications will be accepted. Source: CSLEPS
World & Nation
More U.S. troops to Afghanistan? With the military and Republicans publicly pressuring him to send more troops to Afghanistan soon and his own administration now deeply divided about how to proceed there, the eight-year war against alQaida and the Taliban has become an increasingly urgent policy and political dilemma for President Barack Obama. source: MCTdirect.com
The Leader of the Pack award will be given to two student leaders who display leadership,
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Witherspoon Cinema, 9 to 11:30 p.m. Friday Graphic Quilts at the Gregg Gregg Museum of Art & Design, noon to 10 p.m. Board of Visitors Meeting Park Alumni Center, noon to 5 p.m. Rights and Responsibilities of Researches in the Tech Transfer Process Williams Hall Room 2405, noon to 1:30 p.m. Ontology Conference Withers Hall, 1:30 p.m. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Witherspoon Cinema, 7 to 9:30 p.m. University Theatre presents Amadeus Thompson Hall, 8 p.m. Food, Inc. Witherspoon Cinema, 10 to 11:34 p.m. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Witherspoon Cinema, 11:59 p.m.
POLICe BlOTTER Sept. 20 2:50 A.M. | Alcohol violation North Shore Condos Lot ECU student was arrested for open container violation and Resist, Delay, and Obstruct a Law Enforcement Officer. Subject was also trespassed from university property. 2:53 | B&E Larceny Brooks Lot Non-student reported items taken from vehicle. 3:42 A.M. | Medical Assist Bowen Hall Units responded to student in need of medical assistance. 5:27 A.M. | Suspicious Vehicle West Dunn Building Officer located two non-students sleeping in vehicle. Subjects were under 18 and had odor of alcoholic beverages. Both were turned over to their parents. 12:04 P.M. | Field Interview Talley Student Center Non-student was observed sleeping in Talley Student Center. Subject complied to leave the area.
12:56 P.M. | Drug Violation Metcalf Hall Report of possible drug violation. Officers were unable to locate any problems. 3:46 P.M. | Secretly Peeping D.H. Hill Library Student reported while using restroom staff member had been peeping through hole in door. Student declined to pursue charges and subject was trespassed from NCSU property. Concerned Behavior Report was generated. 4:17 P.M. | Suspicious Incident Vet School Report of subject yelling and screaming. Officer checked building but did not locate any problems. 6:18 P.M. | Safety Program Sigma Kappa Sorority Officer conducted safety program. 6:41 P.M. | Safety Program Sigma Phi Epsilon Officer conducted safety program.
Saturday Graphic Quilts at the Gregg Gregg Museum of Art & Design, 2 to 10 p.m. Food, Inc. Witherspoon Cinema, 7 to 8:35 p.m. University Theatre presents Amadeus Thompson Hall, 8 p.m. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Witherspoon Cinema, 9 to 11:30 p.m. Sunday Graphic Quilts at the Gregg Gregg Museum of Art & Design, 2 to 10 p.m. University Theatre presents Amadeus Thompson Hall, 3 p.m. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Witherspoon Cinema, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
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Patrick Puryear, a senior in agricultural business management, and Nicole Proctor, a senior in textile and apparel management, discuss ring purchases with Balfour representative Carolyn Quigley at the Campus Bookstore.
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views.” Some students said they doubt the rings are worth the price. “They cost more than I think they’re worth,” Kelley Boyett, a sophomore in communication said. “I don’t need a ring to prove I got my degree, I have a diploma for that.” Wes Hazelgrove, a junior in communication, said high tuition, rent, and low
“N.C. State is in the top 12 in the entire country in buying class rings.” Mike Merritt, the regional manager of Balfour, the University’s
official class ring provider wages would lead him to take the $700 he would spend on a ring and put it towards housing and food instead. For others, economic factors had no impact on their decisions. “It’s not something I’d wear every day, regardless of the economy.” Keeshan Ganatra,
a junior in communications media said. “It’s not worth the money for how much I’d wear it.” Matthew Porter, a senior in international studies viewed a class ring as an investment. “The economy f luctuates, but a class ring lasts forever,” Porter said.
Chris Love, a senior in biological engineering, gets his choice of chicken wings in the Brickyard Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008 as part of the Wear Red Get Fed event.
What is homecoming? This year’s Homecoming week spans from Nov. 1 to 7 and culminates with the football team’s game against Maryland.
Technician was there. You can be too.
This year’s theme is “Terminate the Terps.” Planned events include the Homecoming week kick-off, the Pack Howl concert, a can drive and “Wear Red, Get Fed,” a week-long program where students wearing Wolfpack red clothing receive free food on the Brickyard. Source: Adam Compton, Homecoming chair
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“They are just telling people they have swine flu and really don’t know,” Kilroy said. Kilroy said she was told she had swine flu after simply discussing her symptoms with a doctor, having her blood pressure taken and undergoing
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to the H1N1 virus get vaccinated first. The groups include pregnant women, people who live with or care for children younger than six months of
Want to learn more about H1N1 prevention? Nursing students from the Student Health Center will be out on the Brickyard today from 11:30 to 1 p.m. giving out free flu prevention items and educating students on prevention. Source: Marianne Turnbull
normal check-up procedures. “I was told to go home, but I decided to take things into my
own hands,” Kilroy said. “I got rest, took medicine and now I feel great.”
age, healthcare and emergency medical services personnel, persons between the ages of six months and 24 years old, and people with chronic lung or heart disease or diabetes. David McKenna, an international student from England, plans to get vaccinated as soon
as possible. “At first I wasn’t worried, but after hearing most of those getting sick were young — both here and back home — I am definitely getting vaccinated,” McKenna, a senior in chemistry, said.
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The Counseling Center has seen a 14-percent increase in student visits this year. This is an alarming statistic and indicates that economic woes and the usual stress of school are wearing on students as never before.
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Editor’s Note: The word length on the following letter has been waived. Carmichael Complex works with you Now that everyone has had the opportunity to educate himself or herself on the We ID policy, we, as employees of Carmichael Complex, are taking the time to clarify. Contrary to the prematurely printed editorial on Monday, we are working with you, not against you. We are aware that the change in policy may be “cumbersome” to patrons; however, it is a proactive approach to making your Carmichael experience more efficient and safe. Please note, for your convenience we have reinstated our hand stamp option. Requesting a hand stamp upon entrance to Carmichael Gym allows patrons to store their IDs in their lockers, preventing them from having to re-swipe to enter the Rec Center or gym after using the outdoor facilities. However, hand stamps and daily passes are not valid for Campus Recreation programming (intramural activities and group exercise). To get the word out well in advance, we submitted a press release on Sept. 16th to our fellow student organization, Technician, in an effort to make the transition easier for everyone. What we did not expect was to have the competency of our employees questioned and our services belittled. As employees of a student-run facility we are required to handle many different types of situations on a daily basis including entrance security, membership issues, medical emergencies and disseminating information for Carmichael Complex, Campus Recreation and Physical Education. In your futile attempt to put one organization against another we chose to use this as a marketing opportunity. If you feel as though you are qualified to handle these responsibilities we cordially invite you to attend our recruitment sessions as follows: Sept. 28 and Sept. 29 at 4:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the Playzone located in Carmichael Rec Center. If you have any further questions about recruitment or the We ID policy please feel free to stop by and ask any of our well
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ollege can be a stressful time, especially as the first testing cycle rolls around and projects begin to accumulate like the empty cans of Red Bull on your desk. Many freshmen, and other students in general, tend to strain and unnecessarily worry about a few meager grades — for some students, this means anything less than a 90. The truth of the matter is that these poor grades are an intrinsic part of the University experience and are not a death sentence. Kick back a little and engage in some of the many stress relievers on campus. Often times, a few poor performances simply indicate a
need for some additional support. Instructors are rarely calloused enough to completely ruin your grade over one or two assignments and are usually more than happy to lend a hand and lead you toward a good grade. This isn’t to say students should be complacent, but a 14-percent influx in student visits to the Counseling Center is cause for concern. The stresses associated with college funding and the overall economy certainly are wearing on students’ minds, and rightfully so. Still, the University experience should create con-
structive pressure and facilitate a learning environment, not burden students with unnecessary stress. Going to the gym is a great way to reduce stress and provides the added benefit of physical activity; it helps students’ self-image and has innumerable health benefits. If you have $1.50 in your pocket, walk over to the student cinema and see a movie — you’re not going to find much cheaper entertainment. Many students view D.H. Hill as a building for research alone. The truth is that the building has thousands of classics and
other relaxing reads, take a break up in the stacks during your day. Or, if you feel like being a bum — sometimes this is necessary for mental health — go play some video games in the East Wing. The point is that the University has thousands of activities that are relaxing and enjoyable. The library, Carmichael, Pullen Park, sporting events, Cameron Village and Mission Valley are accessible and can provide time away from the books. If you’ve already gotten back a couple poor scores and are struggling with a class, take a deep breath and don’t worry about it — there’s always tomorrow.
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I am severely disappointed with the Technician’s one-sided focused section on heath care reform Tuesday. 56 percent (Rasmussen) of the country does not support Obama’s health care plan but yet there were no opposing viewpoints. Health insurance is a privilege not a right (or requirement). If I do not want to buy health insurance, then I do not feel that I should be forced to buy health insurance ($950 fine if you don’t) or pay for anybody else’s insurance (in the form of higher taxes). The idea that government can offer health insurance more efficiently than the private market is preposterous. I challenge anybody reading this to name any major government program that has saved the taxpayer more than the program has saved in efficiency. Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and The Postal Service all fall into this category. Everybody knows government is wasteful; we even make jokes about it. Why do we think health care will be any different? William Hardee senior, mechanical engineering
Support for the Rally Anyone who has traversed the campus of N.C. State is sure to have come in contact with the Rally 4 Talley campaign. While many people are still undecided as to whether or not they fully support the movement, I believe that what this campaign proposes is an absolute necessity for the University. Talley Student Center is a focal point of life on campus. Students who need food, some quiet time or a place to socialize can always come to Talley for whatever they need. Like the hub of a wheel connecting all of its spokes, Talley brings the University together; similarly, a rusty hub needs to be fixed and cleaned to keep it rolling. While some may see the costs of the Rally as being too much, the benefits of the operation will improve campus life for all those affiliated with NCSU in the future. By supporting the Rally 4 Talley campaign, students will be helping themselves and their school, as well as helping to construct a better future for the University. Taylor Muir junior, mechanical engineering
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The nation doesn’t support Obama’s plan
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“I guess I play video games; I’m a big nerd, and I hang out with my girlfriend.” Ryan Rhinebarger junior, english
The last time there was a plague of insects this bad, it was followed by darkness and dead firstborns.
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nyone who thinks the search for the University’s next chancellor should be closed is nothing more than a reactionary idiot. Let’s consider what fresh horrors the legacy of former ChancelPaul lor James McCauley Oblinger Senior Staff brought Columnist upon this fine institution of research and learning. We all know why he is now the “former” chancellor: Mary Easley. The backroom dealings that brought Easley here are well-documented in a damning series of e-mails between Oblinger, former Provost Larr y Nielsen, former Chairman of the Board of Trustees McQueen Campbell and representatives for Mrs. Easley. We all remember the outrage we felt when we found out about her 88-percent salary increase from the summer of 2008, despite the increasingly dim economic picture and looming budget cuts in state funding. And we can all recall the absurdity of the excessive severance packages Oblinger and Nielsen received after resigning. And even now, the cor-
ruption surrounding the Easleys continues to grow, with recent news about the fraudulent deals which they unwittingly were involved with at a coastal residential development. With each new bit of news out regarding the Easleys, the wound on the University’s reputation continues to fester and decay. I met with Chancellor Jim Woodward last Wednesday to discuss the proposed indebtedness fee for renovating and expanding Talley Student Center. My impression was that Woodward wants to give students something to look back on and be proud of when they are alumni. I’ve got a better idea for how he can make future (and current) alumni proud of N.C. State and benefit students: give the University a clean slate by throwing open the search process for the new chancellor. For starters, this gives the University the opportunity to seize control over its public image. Considering it required federal subpoenas to gain access to the incriminating email exchanges between the various parties involved in the Mary Easley fiasco, transparency is something the University needs a lot of right now. By making the search for a new chancellor completely public and transparent, University administrators can hopefully set a tone for the next administration, where there will be no secrets (unless we want to lose any semblance of a reputation).
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Transparency is also a great way to screen candidates. Think of it this way: would you rather have a small committee with limited resources look for possible problems with nominees for the chancellor’s office, or students, faculty and the media? An open search will not scare off potential applicants to the job. We are a big University with excellent academics in multiple fields and have strong ties to the industries students enter into with a NCSU diploma — however, out of superstition, I refuse to comment about our athletics. But the best result of an open search would be accessibi lit y. The search needs to put candidates out where the students are — optimally, every potential chancellor should spend a few hours out in D.H Hill or the Brickyard during lunch. Yes, managing the budget in times of economic uncertainty is important, as is keeping in touch with alumni and donors. But there will be no students in later years, and therefore no alumni, if the next chancellor does not stay in touch with current students. Until then, the people who are opposed to opening the search for our next chancellor are like those fools who try to stand between Ahab and his white whale.
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“Usually, I work out or try to have some time with my friends to get my mind off of whatever is stressing me out.” Amanda Bergeron senior, psychology
“Chatting with my friends, sports, exercise or video games.” Yimin Kao graduate student, statistics
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wednesday, september 23, 2009 • Page 5
Students stay silent on health care
Though highly contested in Washington, health care remains one of the least debated amongst students Story By Cheyenne Autry | photo By Tim o’brien
This time last year, politics were everywhere. Voter registration, debates, forums, meetings, protests, rallies, political speakers — students couldn’t get away from it. It was one of the most talked about and debated topics on and off campus. The election of 2008 seemed to strike a chord within many students, which caused massive political involvement on behalf of both parties. Several students and young people rallied around President Barack Obama and his calls for change. On election night, students gathered on campus, and those on hundreds of college campuses across the nation were exhilarated when they heard the results. Barack Obama was named the 44th president of the United States. The question is, now that the election ended 11 months ago, where is the excitement for the issues at hand? Where did the enthusiasm go after Obama was named president? “Interest in politics has dropped dramatically,” Steven Greene, an associate professor in public and international affairs, said. “Everybody loves an election, and young people especially were excited about Barack Obama. People have much less interest in the day-to-day nature of government and politics.” Greene said students and the general population should be more interested in what happens after public officials are elected and that it is important to stay involved. “Now is when it really matters,” Greene said. “What Barack Obama and Congress do about health care, energy, the environment and the economy have a huge effect on all of our lives. We should be paying attention.” One of the most debated issues at the moment is Obama’s health care reform proposal, which has tempers flaring on both sides. “Health care is a highly debated issue so people are getting really fired up about it,” Ches McDowell, president of College Republicans, said. Though Greene said he has heard the debate
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lifestyles University to host Dog Olympics The University will hold its 18th Annual Dog Olympics Oct. 3. on Moore Square in downtown Raleigh. Faculty members of the College of Veterinary Medicine will judge the event and award prizes to the pooches who earn gold, silver and bronze medals. Dogs have the opportunity to win medals in athletic and nonathletic events, such as limbo, best trick, best beggar, Frisbee toss, high jump, longest tail, wiener toss and best howler. The event will also host booths from breed and shelter rescue groups, as well as refreshments for both humans and canines and a free microchip clinic. The American Kennel Club will also have a demonstration on dog agility, as well as sponsor a Canine Good Citizen testing program. Requirements for participants of the event are that dogs must be kept on a leash at all times and be at least four months old with current vaccinations. Source: ncsu.edu
Concert to benefit AIDS services The Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus will hold a concert honoring North Carolina Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Pride Friday at 8 p.m. at the Longview Center on South Person Street in Raleigh. TGMC will also have the Gay Men’s Chorus of Charlotte and Evelyn McCauley of the Durhman Savoyards as their special guests. Each chorus will perform songs, such as “Brave Souls and Dreamers.” Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. A portion of the proceeds from this concert will go toward The Alliance of AIDS Services-Carolina. Source: visitraleigh.com
health care and other issues to the students. “The University could definitely do more to bring these continued from page 5 issues to campus and keep students informed,” Erin Whitin his classroom, it doesn’t ford, freshman in manageseem to be gripping the stu- ment, said. “I don’t feel that I am very informed on the health dent body as a whole. “My guess is that most care debate, although I would students just don’t see like to be.” Jason Belch, junior in eduhealth care as an issue that personally affects them that cation, said the University is much,” Greene said. “Most “more interested in bringing are young and healthy and figures, such as Tucker Max, have never paid a health here, which suggests that insurance premium them- there is no pressing need to selves. It’s hard to get peo- bring current political issues ple energized about an issue to campus.” Greene said the University they only see as affecting them years down the road.” responds more to student interest rather McDowthan drivell, a junior ing student i n pol it iinterest. cal science, McDowell, agrees sayhowever, ing “people said the a r e m or e University concerned should still with what be taking a affects them more active immediately instead Jason Belch, junior in education role in promoting this of what i s sue a nd can happen years from now. However, spreading awareness about the both Greene and McDowell health care debate to students. “We learn a lot of things that agree that students should be taking a more active role we are never going to use again. in the health care debate as I am never going to use calculus it will affect them more or chemistry again,” McDowell said. “The University should than they realize. “If you worry about what take an active roll in teaching this country will be like us about things we are actually in coming years, you need going to use in the future.” McDowell suggested students to be concerned about the health care debate,” Greene can get involved in the debate said. “Students will gradu- about health care and other ate and start paying health issues outside of University insurance premiums. If we events. “Go to town hall meetings, don’t do something, they will keep increasing at as- ask questions, make sure your tronomical rates. What senators have read the bill,” most people don’t realize is McDowell said. “We need to that the increased costs of learn more about what’s going health insurance ultimately on with health care.” President Obama’s health come out in wages.” Some students think the care reform bill, known as University has a responsi- H.R. 3200, can be viewed in its bility to educate students entirety at www.opencongress. and bring the debate about org.
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May 12: Senators are considering limiting, but not eliminating, the taxfree status of employer-provided health care benefits to help pay for health care plan. May 14: House Democrats craft a plan that would require all Americans to carry health insurance and would help families with incomes of less than $88,000 pay the health care premiums. May 21: Sen. Max Baucus, a Democrat from Montana and chairman of Senate Finance Committee, said illegal immigrants will not be entitled to medical insurance under the health bill.
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July 15: The Senate health committee approved a plan to change health care by a 13 to 10 vote. July 18: Obama says his health care revamp is financially feasible, but an analysis by congressional budget experts of emerging House legislation says it would increase deficits by $239 billion over the following 10 years. July 29: Obama travels to Raleigh for a town hall meeting. July 31: Democrats narrowly pass health care legislation through the House Energy and Commerce Committee by a vote of 31-28.
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Sept. 2: Obama announces plans to address to a joint session of Congress on health care on Sept. 9.
Sept. 17. White house announced $25 million in grants to reduce medical malpractice lawsuits.
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March 5: Obama hosts a summit on health care at the White House to start off his campaign for health care reform. March 10: Obama’s budget director, Peter Orszag, rejects congressional demands for specifics on health care, telling lawmakers that deciding how the money is spent is largely up to them.
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June 9: Obama proposes budget rules that would allow Congress to borrow tens of billions of dollars to jump-start health care. June 17: American Medical Association said it will work with Obama and agrees to the possibility of having a public option insurance. June 20: The pharmaceutical industry agrees to spend $80 billion through the next 10 years improving Medicare drug benefits and bear the cost of Obama’s health care legislation. June 28: The Obama administration suggests Obama would break a campaign promise and raise taxes on people earning less than $250,000 to support his health care plan.
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Aug. 2: White House adviser Larry Summers said he can’t rule out a tax on middle-class Americans to pay for Obama’s health care plan. Aug. 3: White House representatives said Obama remains opposed to tax increase for families with incomes less than $250,000. Aug. 5: In Indiana, Obama said he was determined to get an overhaul of the health care system before the end of the year and possibly without bipartisan support.
Sept. 16, Baucus unveiled the official plan for revamping health care.
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Aug. 16: Obama administration members suggest the administration is ready to abandon the idea of supplying a government-run option for health insurance as part of a new health care system. Aug. 18: White House spokesman Robert Gibbs, and an alumnus of the University, reassured the public that the Obama administration has not shifted its goals on health care reform or distanced itself from a government-run public insurance option. Source: cbsnews.com
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Students in the University Scholars Program: this has been designated as an optional Scholars Forum event. In addition to speaking about his experience as an astronaut, General Duke will be presenting an Astronaut Scholarship to NC State senior Brittany Boudreaux. This year, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation awarded seventeen $10,000 scholarships to students majoring in engineering or natural or applied science. You will learn more about the Astronaut Scholarship at this event. This event is sponsored by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, Inc., the Colleges of Engineering and Physical & Mathematical Sciences, the Division of Undergraduate Academic Programs (University Honors Program and Fellowship Advising Office), the University Scholars Program, and the North Carolina Space Grant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, NC State will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 5 days before the event. Direct accommodation requests to Marquette Russell at 919.513.4078 or marquette_russell@ncsu.edu.
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MEN’S TENNIS
Pack plays tournaments, prepares freshmen for spring Men’s tennis team works hard to get young team ready for season Jen Hankin Deputy Sports Editor
With three of its top-seeded seniors from last year graduated, the men’s tennis team is left with a team short on experience this season, but with two fall tournaments complete, coach Jon Choboy is pleased with the intensity the team has shown. “What I like about this right now is the fact that they seem to come together as a team,” Choboy said. “There seems to be guys who understand the team concept, and if that isn’t there, they aren’t going to be successful. They are coming out and pushing each other everyday. With three freshmen, four sophomores, two juniors and one senior, the men’s tennis team has to work hard to rebuild after losing talent. According to Choboy, he doesn’t consider this a rebuilding year, but just another year with plenty of youth. “I don’t really know if there is a term for it, but it’s just players graduate and you have new players,” Choboy said. “We have some young guys in there but they are good young guys. It’s just a matter of time before they hit the ground running. I like youth; they will work hard and come in with lots of energy.” The Pack opened its fall season two weeks ago, when senior
Frideric Prandecki, junior Rob Lowe and redshirt freshman Will Rolinson participated in the University of Virginia Classic Sept. 11-13. The team fell short during most of its matches, yet had the chance to gain early match experience. On Sept. 18, several more members of the team traveled to Travelers Rest, S.C. to compete in the Cliff Falls Classic. Sophomore Jamie Pulgar won both of his singles matches during the Classic. He said that the team is working hard to help the new players. “I think at this point of the season we are working on conditioning,” Pulgar said. “I have been practicing hard, doing my best to teach the new freshman we want to work hard this season.” Freshman David Thompson made his first appearance for the Wolfpack in South Carolina, defeating all of his competition. Thompson participated in Junior Wimbledon this year and was a top recruit. With such strong young players, as opposed to strong seniors from the previous season, the dynamic has shifted dramatically, according to sophomore Akash Gujarati. “Last year our top three seniors were really good, and everyone else wasn’t so sure of the role they played on the team,” Gujarati said. “Now we have to stand up and make it count; everyone knows what they need to do. I love the spirit of the team; everyone’s working really hard.” Gujarati, who didn’t see many matches last year, is ready
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Men’s soccer climbs the standings After a 5-1 win against Campbell and a 1-1 tie against No. 4 Maryland, the men’s soccer team continues its stay in the top-25 for the third straight week. The team is ranked as high as 16th in one of four national soccer polls.
New ‘staycation’ destination: Carter-Finley Stadium Story By brent kitchen | graphic By nettie fisher
Source: N.C. Athletics
Women’s basketball to visit Virgin Islands Under new coach Kellie Harper, the women’s basketball team will travel to the 10th Annual USVI Paradise Jam in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The tournament will take place Nov. 20 – 28, 2009. The three-day tournament features Division I women’s teams, including Mississippi State, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Rutgers, San Diego State, South Carolina and Texas. The tournament annually showcases stiff NCAA talent and several teams have later advanced to the elite eight in recent years.
Football saves money by hosting more home games, traveling less The N.C. State football team starts this season with four straight home games, and will play eight games total at the friendly confines of CarterFinley Stadium. Not only does this give the team the benefit of crowd support, but coach Tom O’Brien noted before the season that the schedule will help the team
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Team City Army West Point, NY Kansas Lawrence, Kansas N.C. State Raleigh, N.C. Virginia Charlottesville, VA UNC Chapel Hill, N.C. Miami Coral Gables, FL
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Rather than flying to close destinations, which would have been an option in a more forgiving economic climate, Associate Athletic Director for Business and Finance Diane Moose said the team will take a bus. “It will all depend on how far we are traveling. The best example I can give is a bus trip to Virginia Tech will cost approximately $10,000 while a charter air trip to Virginia Tech will cost approximately $75,000,” Moose said. “We will be busing for the 2009 game versus Virginia Tech.” However, driving to schools such as Florida State and Boston College — schools at either end of the ACC’s range - is not a viable option. Money will be taken out of the school’s auxiliary funds to book the trip. Despite this, the team will have the fewest miles traveled to road games among area schools.
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Quote of the day “There seems to be guys who understand the team concept, and if that isn’t there, they aren’t going to be successful.” Men’s tennis coach Jon Choboy
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Middle linebacker excelling in senior year Ray Michele holding his ground for Pack defense Chadwick O’Connell Staff Writer
After allowing only 28 points total over its first three games, the defensive unit for the Wolfpack football team looks to continue the same intensity that was brought to the field in its first three contests. The defense has not missed a beat despite a season-ending injury to star linebacker Nate Irving before the season. A major reason for the continued hustle and success is the leadership shown by middle linebacker Ray Michel. The redshirt senior is tied for second on the team in total tackles and was the leading tackler on defense in the 2008 campaign with 102 tackles. As a middle linebacker, Michel is responsible for leading the defensive unit by making them all aware of any defensive switches or checks needed before the snap of the football. It is Michel’s role to make sure the defense is on the same page concerning different play calls and coverage schemes. Redshirt freshman line-
backer Terrell Manning said the middle linebacker position is crucial to the success of the team. “It is the captain of the defense. He’s in charge of making the calls and checks,” Manning said. Not only is Michel a leader on the field, he is also one in the meeting rooms and while studying film for the next opponent. Players use the meetings and film room to gain a better understanding of opposing offenses. They also use them to ensure they are on the same page with one another about assignments and types of coverage to use. Manning said Michel’s leadership includes his efforts both on and off the field. “He has been a great leader on the field and in the meeting room,” Manning said. “I try to improve my game off watching him.” Dave Wannstedt, coach of the Pittsburgh Panthers – who the Pack will play this weekend – was quick to point out the athleticism on State’s defense during his weekly press conference. He gave credit to the defense as a solid, playmaking squad. The success of the defense depends on the leadership and how hard players work in practice. It takes players like Michel
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Linebacker Ray Michel charges into the play in a game against South Carolina Sept. 3.
leading by example to show the younger players what it takes to win. Michel said he focuses on leading with his play, not his words. “I’m more of a leader by example. I am not a real vocal leader,” Michel said. “I just lead by my actions and they speak for themselves.” Michel and the rest of the
Pack defense must now prepare for the contest this weekend against Pitt, a team some consider a favorite to win the Big East crown. After the Pitt game, the Pack begins its ACC schedule. Michel said he expects his defense to be prepared for Saturday’s game. “We are ready, we will get together as a whole and get ready
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for it,” Michel said. The solid play of the defensive unit can be attributed to players such as Michel who are working hard on and off the field to better their play and the success of the unit as a whole. “I feel great about this year,” Michel said. “Guys are actually busting their butts in practice.”
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