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Despite glitch, students marched to polls register staff report Early voting for the presidential election began in North Carolina on Oct. 18. N.C. A&T is one of the 16 voting locations for students, faculty and surrounding communities. This was the first time Guilford County had this many sites open for early voting. To many people’s surprise, technical difficulties caused a setback in efforts to get people to vote early. The polls were scheduled to open at 10 a.m., but due to human error in correctly setting the machines, voting did not start until after 11:30 a.m. “There was a conflict with the voting machines and the PEB’s (Personal Electronic Ballots),”

said George Gilbert, Guilford County director of elections. To his knowledge, A&T was the only early voting location for that had an issue. Individuals who got up early to vote were disturbed by the errors with the system on the first day. “The people in charge should have checked to make sure that there were no defective machines before the polls opened,” said student Lashonda Jones from Washington, D.C. who waited for over an hour to vote. “A lot of people left entirely because of this…hopefully, they’ll come back out and vote, and if this would have happened on Nov. 6, it would have been a total mess,” she added. In order to get some students motivated to vote early, there was a surprise guest to get students to the polls later in that

afternoon. Musician and actor Fonzworth Bentley made his way to Greensboro during the Obama for America N.C. Early Vote Express RV Tour. Bentley got students fired up near the ticket office about voting by promoting his revelation of being a CEO. He believes everyone is his or her own CEO. After encouraging words and insight on this year’s election, the march began and Fonzworth Bentley led chanting students to the Dudley Building Multipurpose Room. “I think students were excited that Fonzworth Bentley was an advocate for early voting, and I think he was very effective because students actually listened to what his thoughts u See EARLY VOTING on Page 2

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George Gilbert, Guilford County director of elections explains the reason for the glitch in the systems for early voting last Thursday.

Presidential debate rundown from beginning to end Dashawn fleming Staff Reporter

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N.C. A&T Lyceum Series kicked off with drummer and singer Sheila E. and the E. Family in Harrison Auditorium on October 17, 2012.

Legendary drummer and family kickoff Lyceum

The third and final presidential debate aired Monday night on the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy telling the world about the Soviet Union’s nuclear missiles in Cuba moderator Bod Schieffer, CBS News Correspondent, began by posing a question on the nights topic, foreign policy. In this round table debate, the candidates responded to questions on Libya and Syria while continuously fact checking one another. During the decision on the Middle East, President Barack Obama attacked Governor Romney, “So, what we need to do with respect to the Middle East is strong steady leadership, not wrong and reckless leadership that is all over the map. And unfortunately, that’s the kind of opinions that you’ve offered throughout this campaign, and it is not a recipe for American strength, or keeping America safe over the long haul.” Romney said “Attacking me is not an agenda.” A good portion of the debate, the candidates remained off topic, addressing issues such as women’s rights, education and the economy. According to businessweek.com, Monday’s debate drew 59.5 million viewers despite other competition including Monday night football. Just a week earlier, howev-

audience and gaining participation and building anticipation for the nights event. The opening performance evoked an emotional moment for the legendary female percussionist, as she had never been honored in that manner before throughout her career, she said. “A&T University. The most amazing time of my entire career. U welcomed us in a way we will never 4get! Indescribable,” tweeted Sheila E after her performance. WNAA The Voice officially declared Oct. 17 “Sheila E. & The E. Family at A&T Day.” The Lyceum series focuses on bringing the most provocative, culturally diverse pro-

grams to not only the university, but neighboring communities as well. “This was my opportunity to actually introduce to N.C. A&T students and the general public Latin music and the impact that it has globally on all types of genres of music,” explained Ezinma Murphy, a Lyceum series committee member. “My goal was to expose students to global music and expose cultural diversity in performing arts,” she said. In previous years, the Lyceum series has had a number of events put in place for students and the A&T community but decided to downsize this year with two great performances, not due

to budget cuts but they want to focus on sharing more unique quality programming. “It’s hard to bring top rate programming without having the means to attain it,” stated Gregory Horton, co-chair of the Lyceum series. “In order to keep the momentum up from the students and the community, you can’t bring anybody. I realized this generation knew who Sheila E. was mostly from their parents and past generations, as well as her smash hit ‘Glamorous Life.” he said. He expressed how sur-

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brie-anne robinson Staff Reporter “Rock, rock, holly rock, everybody wanna holly rock,” screamed fans as Sheila E. and the E. Family chanted while the band rocked the house with their performance to her critically acclaimed song “Holly Rock!” Fans filled Harrison Auditorium as Sheila E. and The E. Family launched this year’s Lyceum series. N.C. A&T Cold Steel drumline opened the show with a riveting, impelling percussion tribute to Sheila E. as they filled the aisles of the auditorium with excitement. The drumline came together all in fun hyping up the

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er, the second debate had more viewers coming in at 65.6 million. On Oct. 3 the viewership for the first debate was 67.2 million. Business week also notes that the candidate’s first two debates were rated in the top 10 mostwatched presidential debates since President Ford and Carter in 1976. Viewership is not the only thing that differed among this year’s presidential debates. On Oct. 3, the focus of the debate was domestic issues. The second was driven by questions from 82 undecided voters. In the first debate, Governor Romney appeared more aggressive and many polls and analysts claimed he won. In contrast, nearly two weeks later during the town-hall debate President Obama took an assertive approach that nonetheless resulted in what some call a victory. Taylor Evans, a junior political science major from Durham realized the shift. “From the first debate, you can see how the energy level from President Obama has increased. Romney and Obama both are matching each other’s energy and are challenging each other’s plans and policies more and are pointing out the inconsistencies in the opponents’ statements.” Monday’s debate showed that both Governor Romney and President Obama to some extent agreed on many of the same issues. All of the debates provided viewers with insight u See DEBATES on Page 2

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fonzworth bentley led students in march to the Dudley building in support of the Obama campaign and early voting.

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were on voting,” said march volunteer Keshawn McDaniel, a senior agricultural educationmajor from Fairmont, N.C. Bentley noted that eight years ago in the 2004 election, North Carolina was not considered a battleground state. Results in 2008 proved just how crucial the state was for the election. A junior aerospace engineering major from Cleveland also a swing state, voted in the last election. He saw how close the race was in his home state and realized the importance of voting. “I want to be heard... Why wouldn’t you vote…people fought and died to vote,” he said. “Which ever way you want to vote, just vote and be heard.” With the election less than

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to what candidates do or do not support. “The debates do influence, undecided or first time voters choice of who they will vote for because it allows us to see the

two weeks away, Bentley is hopeful that the campaign will be successful. “Just to think about how you students got together here on this campus overnight to have as many people as we saw on campus compared to campuses that have been organized much longer, that says something,” Bentley reassured. Anthony Ferguson, a sophomore sports science and fitness management major from Fayetteville said, “[voting] was an easy process and the wait wasn’t that long.” Polls for early voting will close Nov. 3. With all of the opportunities to exercise the right to vote, North Carolina informs its citizens with a 2012 Voter Guide Book as a source for information on voting, elections, and candidates. On Nov. 6, voters will go to the polls to choose which candidates will represent

them in federal, state, and local government. There will be no excuses. Currently, A&T’s voting site is up and running and should not have anymore technical issues. People can go online to find all 16 early voting locations in Guilford County on guilfordelection.org.

candidates unprompted,” said Christin Marshall, senior computer science major. The only thing left for the candidates to do now is continue to campaign and make speeches to various groups, because as President Obama said,

“You’ve now heard three debates, months of campaigning and way too many TV commercials. And now you’ve got a choice.” –Email us theatregister@gmail. com and follow us on Twitter: @ATRegister

prised he was to see all 450 student tickets sell out first as this years series was able to gain the attention of our Latino community and surrounding neighbors through television and radio advertising. “We have lost the arts within the school lately because of cut backs and things that is going on in the world. I think it’s so important for young people to get involved in anything that is artistic, whether its dance or acting. Whatever that art might be, it not only helps the student, but it is something that every school should have,” said Pete Escovedo, legendary percussionist who is also Sheila E’s father. “It keeps you healthy and brings a lot of smiles on people’s faces!” expressed brother Juan Escovedo. The E. Family has not always relished in the luxuries that the music industry has offered. They had to endure hardships along the way as well. “At the beginning when I started performing with pops on our first record in the 70s, people said that even a father and daughter team couldn’t make it and for us not to do the record,” Sheila E. said. Because of our love for music, pops encouraged me to continue moving forward because this is what we have chosen for our career and we continue to fight because of our love for

music.” It was a special moment for both Sheila E. and her band as her father and brother joined her on stage to show fans where all her expertise came from. With Juan Escovedo on the congas, and Pete Escovedo on the Remo roto tom drum, they made the audience jump to their feet with their skills and Latinsoul inspired music. N.C. A&T later tweeted, “We are glad that you and your family enjoyed yourselves. You are welcome back in Aggieland anytime!” Sheila E. later retweeted, “U will be in our hearts 4ever! We will be back. God Bless.” Sheila E. and the E. Family released their latest album. Now & Forever in 2011. The album is a timeless musical journey through Jazz, Latin, Hip Hop, and Pop sounds to special features from Raphael Saadiq, George Duke, Joss Stone, Gloria Estefan, and many more. The E. Family represents versatility and talent that is able to cross many barriers and inspire others to do the same. They strive to bring back performing arts by setting an example for others before them. The Lyceum series continues to promote cultural diversity in performing arts and plans to bring the Russian Ballet to our A&T community in the spring.

LOS ANGELES– Many colleges seek donations for new construction or scholarships. Pasadena City College, however, has an additional goal that was unthinkable before California’s budget crisis forced community colleges to slash course offerings. The school is seeking donations from alumni and others to restore some of the 570 classes it planned to cut this academic year. The campaign, launched in April, has received about $89,400 in donations, and the school is also devoting $106,000 from savings resulting from some cost cuts, officials said. The result: 35 classes are being revived in such high-demand fields as biology, political science and psychology. Beyond the effect on that 30,000-student campus, the effort highlights how community colleges around the state and nation are increasingly court-

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ing donors and reconnecting with their alumni _ tasks often neglected when state funds were more plentiful. “Community colleges are definitely taking huge steps in fundraising that they have not in the past. Ten years ago, you would never hear of us raising money for this kind of thing,” said Bobbi Abram, executive director of PCC’s foundation, which raised about $2 million last year. More two-year schools are trying to follow a path long traveled by four-year public and private universities. However, some experts say the community colleges face special difficulties since many alumni tend to give loyalty and cash to the four-year colleges where they subsequently transferred and earned a degree. In addition, the community colleges usually don’t have the big league sports or scientific research that can attract donations. And because of the intermittent enrollments of many students, it is not always clear

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who is an alumnus, and it can be difficult to locate them. Two-year schools averaged just $1.2 million in donations in 2011, compared with $90 million at research-oriented universities, according to a national survey by the Council for Aid to Education, a New York City-based nonprofit. Less than 1 percent of community college alumni donate, while nearly 20 percent do so at some four-year colleges, the survey found. But if they are contacted, many alumni acknowledge that their community college education was valuable and they are willing to donate to their former schools, whether at a bowl-a-thon or through estate bequests, according to some school officials. “More schools are coming to the realization that there are philanthropic dollars at hand,” said Paul Heaton, who directs a center on community colleges at the Washington-based Council for Advancement and Support of Education.

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Safety tips for homecoming, straight from UPD Alanna Goddard Contributor

Homecoming is a time to celebrate, and have fun. Do not let your fun put you into harms way. Large crowds are expected, and there will be security to accommodate these crowds. The Greensboro and A&T police are there to assist you and ensure your safety this week. Making their job harder includes students not being re-

sponsible and not being aware. A conscious student makes for a safe student. The consumption of alcohol is something that students partake in. Be sure that you are of age to partake in alcoholic drinks. There will be police check points and increased police patrol during homecoming. All participants of homecoming are not here for enjoyment. People come from many different places in and around

Greensboro simply to commit crimes. Protect the things you value. Do not let a festive atmosphere catch you off guard. Work with those who have your safety at interest to prevent crimes, and make clear to outsiders that harmful activities will not be promoted N.C. A&T’s homecoming. This is a message from Captain Black, Patrol Commander of Campus Police.

Five tips to keep you safe during homecoming ◆ Have a plan: Designated driver, location, and activities should all be planned before leaving your house or dorm. ◆ Stick together: Never go anywhere without accompaniment, the people you leave with is who you should come back with. Take care of the people in your group. ◆ Be aware of stranger danger: Meeting new people is nice, but everyone does not

have the same intentions. ◆ Be responsible: Fun is a priority during homecoming, but safety should be number one. ◆ Pay attention to your surroundings: Some people use homecoming not as a time to celebrate but as an opportunity to commit crimes. Be aware of what is going on around you.

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A&T senior has jewelry line courtney matthews

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“Every girl has a hustle. Fashion is mine,” said Senior fashion design and merchandising major and Pretty Girl Mafia CEO, Erica McCamey. The Detroit native felt like it was always in her blood to be an entrepreneur. “I’m all about being a go-getter,” she said. It began her sophomore year while she was in her dorm, Pride Hall, looking online at the new trends in accessories. Growing up, she was naturally crafty. So on a trip back home to Detroit, she found a jewelry class and learned how to make accessories. Pretty Girl Mafia offers trendy, custom, hand made bracelets, earrings, necklaces and any accessories trending at any given time. Making accessories became a hobby that evolved into a business. As for the name Pretty Girl Mafia, Mccamey gives the credit to her mom. Her mom called her and her friends the pretty girl mafia because

they were always so fashionable. She saw that as the perfect name for her company and praises her mom today for being her first investor, and always reminding her to keep producing. McCamey projected her target audience to be college aged women from ages 18 to 23, but after selling a few bracelets she realized she was reaching a much broader market. McCamey has made accessories for women of all ages, men, kids and has even made baby bracelets. McCamey designs every accessory by hand. Using a few materials including beads, a clipboard, tape, glue, scissors, cardboard, and string. The entreprenuer will expand beyond accessories. Mccamey’s plans include grand ideas like, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and creating a network for college aged women all about being young, confident and exploring entrepreneurship. “It is important as a young person in this economy that you know that you do not have to work for someone else. Find value in having a business

to call your own and having multiple sources of income.” McCamey thinks A&T has been receptive to her brand. She went from a having a stand in her mothers nail salon to having booths at local events. She was a vendor at the “Straight kickin it” expo for Entourage last year and accredits her good friend Josh Hill for extending the invite to be a vendor at this years SUAB Block Party. As her brand continues to expand she often reminds herself to go with her intuition and not worry if people will like her products. Pretty Girl Mafia merchandise is available exclusively through email at iamPrettyGirlMafia@ gmail.com. Email your name, number, description of what you want, the quantity of you want, best time to contact you, and Erica will reply personally to go over the specifics of how you want your accessory designed. cdmatthe@gmail.ncat.edu and follow her on Twitter @Courtdenee

More community college students continue commuting to multiple campuses Carla Rivera

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LOS ANGELES — Norphesa Jones rises before dawn twice a week to take a 6 a.m. physical education class at Southwest College, just blocks from her home in South Los Angeles. She then takes a bus to the Green Line, catches the train and another bus to Los Angeles Trade Tech downtown for an 8:30 a.m. math class. Jones then backtracks to Southwest for a personal development class that begins at 11:10 a.m. Shuttling 20 miles between campuses isn’t by choice: The math class she needed wasn’t offered at Southwest. “There have been times when I’ve sat in the room before class and cried, ready to quit because I don’t want to do this anymore,” said Jones, a 34-year-old wife and mother of three who hopes to become a nurse. “But then I think, why stop now because an-

other way seems like it may be easier?” She is part of a growing number of community college students across California who have been forced to travel long distances by bus, car and train to get the classes they need after budget cuts resulted in course reductions systemwide. Over two decades, the percentage of such students has more than doubled, from about 2.2 percent in 1992 to about 5.2 percent in 2011. Last fall, about 69,665 students attended two schools, nearly 5,000 went to three schools and about 400 to four or five schools, according to data from the California Community Colleges chancellor’s office. (The numbers include students who take online classes; officials are unsure how many are in that category.) Most two-year colleges have also eliminated winter and summer sessions, further reducing the availability of classes students need to earn a degree or

transfer to a four-year university. Some high-demand classes are offered only once during the academic year, leaving students with a stark choice: Wait and delay their education or shop around and find the course elsewhere. Some college administrators say students taking classes at multiple campuses are displacing local students. The political science major wants to transfer to UCLA next fall. But she’s been stymied getting into all the classes she needs at one campus. She hears about the teacher layoffs and other effects of budget cuts in the Los Angeles Unified School District, where her mother works. But she and just about all of her friends are feeling the pressures firsthand in California’s community college system, she said. “I just want to transfer, to do what I want to do in life,” said Atoyan, 20. “Go to UCLA, get a degree, become politically active and then go to law school.”

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Romney unveils a more gentle side in final debate Doyle McManus

Los Angeles Times

It’s a safe bet that President Obama misses the old Mitt Romney the one who described himself as “severely conservative.” In their first debate in Denver, Romney outflanked the president by assuming the role of Moderate Mitt, a sweet-tempered fellow we hadn’t met before. He promised he’d never reduce the share of the tax burden paid by wealthy Americans, cut federal education spending or restrict access to contraceptives. Obama seemed flummoxed that the opponent he’d expected was a no-show. On Monday evening, Romney tried the same approach, this time on foreign policy. The Republican who’d spent most of a year promising to get much tougher on Iran and China was suddenly the soul of sweet reason. “We want a peaceful planet,” he said. He politely congratulated Obama for arranging the demise of Osama bin Laden; he agreed blandly with Obama that American troops should be home from Afghanistan by 2014. On foreign policy, Moderate Mitt gave way to Mitt the Mild. If the aim was to assure America’s few remaining undecided voters that they have nothing to fear from a Romney presidency, the GOP campaign could break out a banner reading “Mission Accomplished.” Except that would look too war-

like. Romney’s relentless agreeability left Obama to debate not the Romney he was facing, but the Romney of the Republican primary campaign. “Your strategy ... has been all over the map,” Obama protested, pointing out that Romney once wanted to keep troops longer in both Iraq and Afghanistan. But the GOP candidate shook his head and looked sorrowful. “Attacking me is not an agenda,” he scolded _ mildly. He even criticized Obama from the left, arguing that the incumbent hasn’t put enough energy into foreign aid programs in Pakistan and other Muslim countries to undercut the growth of Islamic extremism. “We can’t kill our way out of this mess,” Romney said, sounding eerily like one of Obama’s liberal critics. It wasn’t a genuine outbreak of bipartisan agreement; the two candidates made it clear _ in tone more than substance _ that neither thinks much of the other. And, to be sure, there were still disagreements. Romney charged that Obama had presided over a steady loss of U.S. influence in the world; Obama said that simply wasn’t so. But voters who tuned in searching for clear distinctions between the two parties’ foreign policies listened mostly in vain. And that’s because the two candidates had different goals. Romney appeared intent primarily on avoiding mistakes. In unguarded moments, the GOP

candidate has stumbled into foreign policy gaffes, pronouncing Russia the nation’s No. 1 foe and questioning London’s readiness for the Summer Olympics. Only last week, he wrongly accusing Obama of failing to mention terrorism after the attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi. On Monday, Romney seemed determined to have no unguarded moments. The Republican candidate at the debate was as well-prepared and cautious as any politician in history. He was content to play for a tie. Obama, on the other hand, looked and sounded like an underdog. The president, who has enjoyed an advantage in the polls on foreign policy all year, was intent on pressing his edge _ on making sure voters remembered who it was who killed Osama bin Laden and brought the troops home from Iraq. His message was that he knew how to run foreign policy, and Romney didn’t. But with the Republican blandly agreeing with him much of the time, it was hard to land a punch. On Afghanistan, the Romney who once criticized Obama for setting a timetable for withdrawal said the calendar seemed fine. When Obama noted that Romney had called for deeper U.S. involvement in the civil war in Syria, Romney protested. “We don’t want to get drawn into a military conflict,” he said. And on Iran, where Romney has criticized Obama’s diplomacy for failing to achieve quick results, the Republican insisted

that he wasn’t calling for war. “A military action is the last resort,” he said. He praised Obama’s economic sanctions on Iran as “the right thing to do.” On only one issue did the candidates clash directly: defense spending. Obama has called for modest cuts in the Pentagon budget over the coming decade; Romney has proposed a major funding increase. “We spend more on our mili-

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tary than the next 10 countries combined,” Obama complained. “The math (of Romney’s proposal) just doesn’t work.” Romney defended his arithmetic, but the confrontation allowed both candidates to pivot to the ground on which this election is really being fought: domestic economic policy. “It’s time to do some nation building right here at home,” Obama said, citing education,

Alcohol’s special place in homecoming festivities Carlton Brown

Kourtney Pope Contributor

Imagine yourself two weeks before homecoming, finalizing your plans. Just as you finish crossing things off your to do list, in comes the first of a series of texts that will continue up until homecoming. They usually come from an unfamiliar area code with something like, “Hey girl!” or “What up boo.” Of course your initial reaction is to respond with a, “who this” and you lie about your phone erasing all your contacts. When the mystery person finally reveals their identity it hits you. It is normally the person who would not give you the time of day back home. In other cases it is the distant cousin who suddenly wants to be close again. My personal favorite is the friend of a friend who you hung out with and tolerated her whinny attitude. Entirely because she was the BFF of someone within

your circle. As the boring seconds of the awkward conversation elapse, it finally hits you. Oh, so you have heard about homecoming and now you need a place to lay your head? Some are even bold enough to allude to the fact that they are trying to secure some guaranteed homecoming after-hours action. Their methods are often sneaky and tactful. They begin by attempting to infiltrate your circle and you probably will not even notice. You think it is just a friendly follow on Twitter or an innocent friend request on Facebook. The next thing you know, they’re socially linked to the majority of your closest friends and all you hear about is how “cool” this person is and how much fun it would be if they got to come to homecoming. Now that they have all of your friends on their side, you look like a complete jerk if you do not offer them a place to stay! What are you to do? You can a either deny them

a place to stay, look like a jerk, and chalk it all up to YOLO for them not having a backup plan, or you can spend your entire homecoming with someone you don’t really know or like to begin with. Most of the time we end up choosing the second choice to save face. You then spend the next few days regretting this choice because your ungrateful guest either has to be babysat after a few shots, complains the entire time, and/or eats up all your noodles and snacks. How do you avoid this prehomecoming drama? Though some may not agree, you must lie! Go into witness protection. Drop off the face of Earth. That means no tweeting, instagram, or Facebook statuses. Your line is, “What is the greatest homecoming on earth?” You have to act as if you major, no matter how lame, consumes your entire life and you do not have time for the foolishness of fun. If you cannot resist the urge to tell all of your friends what you are doing at every moment

of your day, I suggest creating an alternative account for whatever social network you are addicted to. Just be aware that this puts you at a much higher risk of exposing the fun you are not suppose to be having through photos. Why is it so hard for us to say no? It is that guilty feeling we get when we feel we are not being a true Aggie. Aggies are known for hospitality, but you were not always an Aggie. Somewhere in the handbook I’m sure there is a section about helping those who are less fortunate like ECU, N.C. State, and Central see what it is like to take part in an authentic homecoming experience. In the end, it is homecoming and within the spirit of Aggie Pride you only live once.

her dance” by Juicy J will definitely be a club banger. I just hope they don’t overplay it. The funny thing is that most people don’t understand exactly what the chorus of the song means. A lot of the girls I hear listening to it don’t exactly grasp the concept of cheeks clapping without using hands.

fresh I’ll be, but I do know that I will try to keep everything sharp as possible. Fresh is a term for you young folks. I’m just celebrating and looking to have a good time, I could care less about what your shirt looks like. It’s all about what you bring to the table.

How fresh are you going to be this homecoming? What song will be the anthem for GHOE 2012? Guy #1 I think that “Clique” song with Big Sean, Kanye, and everybody will be the theme song for this year’s homecoming. The chorus goes hard, but that beat gets people hype each and every time they hear it. The chorus is so catchy.

Guy #2 Since it’s going to be so many ladies out here, I would have to say it will be “Adorn” by Miguel. When ladies hear those passionate love songs all of the GHOE emotions get involved soon after. Thats the way it’s been since I went here.

Guy #1 I’m about to be too fresh. Homecoming is a time when you want to look your best. You get to see a lot of people that you haven’t seen in a while and you also get the opportunity to meet some new faces. The first impression is the only impression.

Guy #3 “Bands will make

Guy #2 I don’t know how

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Guy #3 I’m going to be fresh. I’m trying to rock a different outfit to every event. I already got my shopping out the way so it all comes down to the way I sport my gear. You can never go wrong with Polo, Levis, and a colorful snapback. Does alcohol have to be a part of the GHOE experience? Guy #1 For students it definitely does. I mean that’s the

energy and scientific research. “I know what it takes to create 12 million new jobs,” Romney said. Their body language suggested that this was the real battle; foreign policy was just a sideshow. But we, and they, knew that all along.

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Appreciating the value of Homecoming is a complicated concept to explain to individuals who have never attended an HBCU. A community getting excited about one week out of an entire year sounds absolutely crazy right? Well, in today’s society it is not everyday that events such as the Superbowl, the NCAA basketball tournament, holidays such Christmas, or Thanksgiving take place. For individuals across the globe, “A&T’s homecoming” ranks just as high. Everyone involved in the A&T family countdown until homecoming week the entire first quarter of fall semester. Working professionals elevate alcoholic tolerances in preparation to cut loose on the yard. Friends reunite and old flames are rekindled. You might ask what is the common denominator in this whole ordeal? Alcoholic beverages, lots of them. People who you have lost main part students want to engage in. People are going to drink from sun up until sun down. But to keep it real pretty much everybody’s goal is to be wasted by the end of a long night of partying. Guy #2 No, it certainly does not. GHOE is about finding your own way to enjoy yourself and have some fun. But since I’m grown and it’s a special time, I might hang out with my folks

contact with will confess their love for you and send you extensive texts messages filled with elementary school grammar after they have had a few. Old classmates will become much too friendly for comfort. They may attempt things that make you re-evaluate your association with them and in the end, “it’s all for the love of homecoming”. Cameras will flash amongst you and your friends this week cementing memories into A&T history that will last for years to come. Sweat will pour in abundance, livers will be overworked, and eyes will gradually become disoriented in the battle for drunken supremacy. I guess Drake had it right when he said, “we live for the nights, that we can’t remember with the people that we won’t forget.” So for everyone who plans to take part in A&T infamous homecoming, please drink responsibly, exercise safety-first, and do your best not to embarrass your respective families too much this weekend. Aggie Pride! and have a couple brews. It’s all about having control while having your share of fun. Guy #3 No, for a lot of people alcohol has nothing to do with their homecoming experience. There are other ways of getting into your comfort zone than drinking. A lot of people just want to go out and seize the opportunity to meet new people.

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Homecoming: prepping for a repeat PAUL SMITH

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It is a well-known fact that N.C. A&T has the Greatest Homecoming on Earth, but it was not until last year that the football team has lived up to the hype. Last season, the Aggies ﬁnally got over the hump and broke their homecoming losing streak against the Hornets of Delaware State, in a 42-24 victory. This year the Aggies (1-3, 3-4) will play the Norfolk State Trojans (0-5, 2-6), and the team is looking for similar results for this year’s game. Many credited Head Coach Rod Broadway and wide receiver Larry Raper’s three-touchdown performance for last year’s homecoming victory. Before the 2011 season, the Aggies were on a seven-year homecoming losing streak. So with team morale, MEAC standings, and the very essence

of Aggie Pride itself, what are the Aggies doing this year to prepare for back-to-back homecoming victories? “We have more important things to worry about than homecoming and its festivities... our focus is to keep building our team to be better,” Broadway expressed after last week’s shut out loss to Delaware State 24 – 0. One of Broadway’s plans for this week’s game is to change up the starting line-up. The biggest change in personnel will be the kicker position. Sophomore kicker Jose Garcia-Camacho will replace the struggling freshman kicker Zach Cimaglia. “When you have the same guys making the same mistakes over and over again it is time for a change,” said Broadway. “Cimaglia has been struggling for the past couple of weeks, so we will have GarciaCamacho kicking ﬁeld goals and extra points for this week’s

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game.” With the Aggies being hot one week and ice cold the next, one of the biggest questions for Broadway is, “Will we win homecoming?” Although he did guarantee a win, he eluded that they have a chance against a losing Norfolk State team that came in this year being number one in the MEAC. “Norfolk State, like us, is a good team that for some reason cannot collect wins. I believe it is going be a good game,” said Broadway. A&T leads the series between Norfolk State 27-11 and this will be the ﬁrst time the two take battle in Aggie Stadium for homecoming. Game time is at 1:30 p.m.

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THIS WEEK’S GAME: Saturday vs. Norfolk State Aggie Stadium 1:30 p.m. NEXT WEEK’S GAME: Saturday vs. Florida A&M Aggie Stadium 1:30 p.m.

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THIS WEEK’S GAME: Friday at N.C. Central Durham 7 p.m.

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NEXT WEEK’S GAME: Friday at Florida A&M Tallahassee, Fla. 7 p.m.

QB LEWIS KINDLE has completed a total of 83 passes out of 143 attempted with 7 interceptions.

Walmart aids Aggie athletics A&T athletics and Walmart team up for annual scholarship drive. MEAGAN JORDAN Contributor

Student athletes and coaches gathered in the parking lot of the Walmart on South Elm Street on Oct. 16 to meet supporters and fans from the Greensboro community. The athletes also showed appreciation to Walmart for all of their support and efforts in providing finances that go towards athletic scholarships. The function provided food, music, and different vendors for athletes, coaches and alumni to enjoy. During the program, members of Walmart’s staff and A&T’s athletic department recognized those who have provided money to help take care of Aggie Athlete’s financially. “It takes about $3.5 million each year to provide scholarships for all of our studentathletes,” said Athletic Director Earl Hilton. “We are delighted by the community support these young men and women have received from Walmart and their vendors.” Walmart representatives have attended various A&T events, including basketball and football games, All-Sports Awards Banquets, Commencement, and homecoming. “Being here today is important because we are giving back to our community and the people get to see us and talk to us which is good because they get to see us outside of our sports element,” said Andre McKoy, senior baseball player whose major is business. Teams in attendance also included the baseball, softball, swimming, the band accompanied by Golden Delight, the cheerleading squad, and the men and women’s track and field teams. “To be a student-athlete means to be a student first, a

role model that’s dedicated, motivated and hard working. Managing this is not hard only if you are able to manage your time well,” said Natalia Bygrave a junior psychology major and member of the women’s track team. Many of the student-athletes have to juggle having a social life, maintaining a decent performance in their sport, as well as excel in the classroom. Many of our student athletes have a demanding major and like Juanita Weaver, senior mechanical engineering major, they feel as if they are slighted for their work efforts. “School is not easy but there are other majors who have more challenging and more demanding work compared to maybe a student who is majoring in History,” said Weaver. “More honor students are in a STEM ﬁeld which is rated higher and they should be recognized because statistically a 3.0 in a STEM major is more impressive than a nonmath STEM major.” Though the athletes may have different views on the work ethic of one another, the community and Athletic department are proud and support Aggie athletes. “Fantastic” was the ﬁrst word Hilton stated, “It’s wonderful, all the community involvement to continue education at A&T. We are so appreciative of the community and their consistency over the past six years.” Jim Mceod, who was the coordinator for the event and also employee for Pepsi, said, “It’s a great program that we started six years ago. I am an A&T alum so I wanted to give back.” –theatregister@gmail.com and follow us on Twitter @ATRegister

AROUND SPORTS CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers owner Jerry Richardson sat down in his office Sunday night with Marty Hurney and posed two questions to the franchise’s longtime general manager: Why are the Panthers 1-5 and when are they going to get better? Hurney said he couldn’t give him an honest answer for either question. The following morning Richardson made the tough decision to fire Hurney, who has been with the team since 1998 and the GM for the past 11 years. The move came one day after star quarterback Cam Newton expressed his frustration following Carolina’s fourth straight defeat, a 19-14 loss to Dallas. Hurney took full responsibility for the team’s failures. “Words don’t keep your job, actions do,” Hurney said. “The bottom line is we were 1-5. We’re 1-3 at home. “We laid in egg in front of the Giants on national TV (a 36-7 loss) and came back the last two weeks and lost against teams we felt like we had a good chance to beat. It can’t continue to go this way,” he said. “Marty made every effort to bring success to the Panthers and took the team to a Super Bowl and two NFC championship games,” Richardson said in a statement. “Unfortunately, we have not enjoyed the success we hoped for in recent years. I have the greatest respect and admiration for Marty and will always appreciate the way he tirelessly served the organization.” Richardson spent most of Monday in meetings and talking to people around the league he confides in. Hurney said he doesn’t expect his replacement will be named until after the season, but he’s not completely sure. There’s a chance Richardson could bring in an older, more experienced former general manager to advise him on the direction of the franchise and give him an honest evaluations of the players in the interim. In the meantime, Brandon Beane, the team’s director of football operations, will handle day-to-day football matters until a new GM is hired.

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Homecoming Approved Turn up this weekend with these hot tracks! Tis’ the season for merry play, When guys make plans to drop their bae. When twerkers come from the night, In club clothes tight enough to cause fright. Where no parking is your worst fear, Or at the game hearing other Aggies cheer. Whether you choose Nxlevel or Pretty Nasty, You always see the Ques hop ever so fastly. One thing for sure is music you will hear, So don’t be a nube playing what’s hot last year. Take the Register’s advice stick to what we know, To celebrate what we call EOHG# (read backwards). So while you ride with your friends in the car, Play what we recommend and shine like a star. HAPPY HOMECOMING!

The A&T Register takes a look at one great trend for Homecoming!

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The A&T Register predicts what will happen at the Homecoming concert!

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Bold and wild is the theme for homecoming. After all the work that you have been slaving over, it’s time to have a little fun. Bold prints that make you stand out and special details is key for all Nxlevel parties. Try this asos.com look with a bold print, studded shoulders and a flaring bottom. -N.J.

KENDRICK LAMAR This hot new rapper has everyone playing “Swimming Pools/Drank” at their house parties. This track might not be in the context of drinking, but who cares? This is the perfect song to pregame to. Kendrick Lamar has blown up fast. With his newly released album, we know he has more hits to play at all you Homecoming activities! Turn up! -N.J., E.V., B.R.

BIG SEAN, KANYE WEST AND JAY-Z

KELLY ROWLAND AND LIL WAYNE

JUICY J, LIL WAYNE AND 2 CHAINS

Is anyone going to be fresher than your Clique? Kanye always seems to put out a hot track and did not fall short with this one. The beat is crazy and Big Sean on the chorus was a smart move. Will Big Sean perform this song at the Homecoming concert this Saturday? This will be the perfect song while coastin’ down the strip.

Kelly made records with her hit “Motivation” last year with Wayne and she did not stop there. Clearly seeing that any track with Wayne is a good look, she is back with her new song “Ice” that will have you melting. For all the ladies that are looking for a slow sensual song to bump in the car, this is for you. Oh, and also because Wayne is on it.

Homecoming will make you dance! Juicy J has been out for a while, but with this hit, it brought him right back in the game. Even though “Bands a Make her Dance” is overplayed, it’s something about it that does not get old. Expect to hear this in every car, club, house party and social event. At the end of the weekend, just blame it on the song. -N.J., E.V., B.R.

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Overcoming the rookie life on MTV’s ‘The Challenge’ yet. People Scene Editor and Senior Reporter slept on us and took us Robb Schreiber is not your for grantaverage “Real World” cast ed, but that played to mate. The red haired reality star our favor. It was who made his ﬁrst appearance on MTV’s “The Challenge” bad, but at shows rookies should not be the same Robb Schreiber time it reunderestimated. Schreiber did not see “The ally beneﬁted us.” Real World” see in his future. Everyone except Schreiber “Most [castmates] have watched the show or they went through “The Challenge” want something out of it,” said with a strategy. “I’m not the best with poliSchreiber. tics, so I tried my best to come “I have actually never watched a full season of “The through with the challenges. Marie takes a lot of credit. Real World,” but my mom is a Marie is good with politicking huge fan of the show. She thought I would have and making friends. What we did was stay low, more fun being on the show, so not be last place or win, and I went online and applied. The next thing I knew, I was maintain our friendships.” The challenges this year on a plane to St. Thomas. I actually found out I made seem more brutal than previthe show the day of my birth- ous years. “I can’t give too much away day.” Schreiber’s rookie experi- about ‘The Challenge,’ but one ence with his team, St. Thom- challenge that comes on in two as, was tough, but had that did weeks was one of the most physically demanding things I not stop them. “We weren’t the only rook- ever had to do. There was another chalies, but the only thing in their favor is that they had people on lenge towards the end of the their team who were on other season that deals with jumping off the side of a boat. challenges,” said Schreiber. Anything that [dealt] with Actually, no one even knew who we were because they stamina and holding your didn’t play our commercial breath, I kind of sucked at.” NECOLE JACKSON AND JENELL MCMILLON

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There were many funny moments during “The Real World” which viewers will never get to see. “There was a ferry to catch and there was a 14 drinks special,” he said. “My dumb self downed it all down and ended up passing out on this sidewalk ledge. None of the cast or my roommates could ﬁnd me. At some point, they found me in the bathroom and I was giving myself a pep talk. I blacked out but all I could remember is the camera crew having me in the audio room cracking up about my pep talk. We had a lot more fun than what was actually delivered.” Even though his Challenge and “Real World” experiences are over, Schreiber still has big plans. “I just ﬁnished up my criminal justice degree and I am going back to school for my business degree.” Take time out of Homecoming to watch “The Real World Challenge: Battle of the Seasons” every Wednesday on MTV at 10 p.m. -nmjackso@aggies.ncat.edu and follow me on Twitter at @NecoleRitchie and @ClassyNell

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Homecoming fashion do’s and don’ts DERYCK VANDERBILT- NICHOLSON Contributor

The season has come for day parties, after parties, step shows, the homecoming parade and most importantly classes. With Homecoming upon us, we must take the time to discuss what is hot and not to make sure no one ends up regretting his or her Homecoming experience. Many are guilty of committing multiple fashion faux pas unknowingly. First things ﬁrst, make sure you attend all of your classes. Homecoming festivities will be there after class. Do dress for the weather sensibly. Many alumni will be coming back to their alma mater. Show them that all of their hard work did not go to waste on students who go to class in club clothes. Wear business casual and business professional looks during the week. It helps to raise the morality of the university and says that there is a time and place for everything. School paraphernalia is deﬁnitely in. Wear your N.C. A&T t-shirts, cardigans, pins, and jackets. College is not only an educational institution, but also a business.

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Let us treat it as such. Many females will add a feminine touch of color to masculine business codes by wearing colors that are bright and distracting. Do not wear crazy hairstyles, under-clothed outﬁts, or clothing that leaves little to the imagination. If it looks like “bands will make you dance,” then you should probably save the ensemble for the club. Guys, take the extra time to set a good example for the men on our campus by not coming to school looking crazy or too relaxed. During Homecoming, try to stay away from the sweatpants and hoodie cliché. No matter how intoxicated you might be, ﬁnd your local barber or have your friend shape you up so you can look fresh. When it comes to business casual or professional wear, keep it simple. Do bring out your blazers, oxfords and sweaters. Try to wear “Aggie Colors” and incorporate them in your tie, shirt or jacket choice. As Homecoming reigns in, remember these tips and come prepared to impress. Try to resist ratchetness and ignorance, at least until after 10p.m. -atregister@gmail.com and follow us on Twitter @ATRegister

1. Did you see the twerkers at the Homecoming Kickoff with matching outfits? 2. Are they a part of Twerk Phi Twerk? 3. Are we giving these ladies too much attention? 4. How many of you all are ready to do hood rat things this weekend? 5. How many freshmen are we going to find tapped out on the strip? 6. Is there a point where you party too hard? 7. Who got their Polo, Michael Kors and Forever 21 ready? 8. You do know its played out right? 9. Whose parents will we see on the plots dancing for some bands, I mean plates? 10. Are the K’s going to get played this year at the Step Show? 11. Did they at least let them keep the prize money? 12. Is there even going to be a competition for the frats? 13. Should the Sigmas just forfeit to give someone else a chance to win? 14. Are they going to have more than 5 Zetas stepping this year? 15. Should we ban the people who trademarked “GHOE” from homecoming? 16. How many people have their excuse notes ready? 17. Seniors, can you believe this is your last homecoming? 18. Or is this your sixth? 19. How long will Sprint go out this year? 20. Are you ready to “Pour Up....Drank?”

ON STAGE ELLE VARNER: @justice_91: “I predict Elle Varner is going to sound slightly tragic she did at the BET awards.” @NecoleRitchie: “I predict Elle Varner is going to sing her only song, ‘Refill.’”

ON STAGE BIG SEAN: @kayrob_: “I predict that the twerkers will run on stage and proceed to shake their behinds while Big Sean performs ‘Dance.’” @tayshredz: “I predict that Big Sean will bring out Teyanna Taylor.”

ON STAGE YOUNG JEEZY: @contrastxposure: “Someone doesn’t show up to the concert every year. This year it will be Jeezy.” @persemprebella: “Jeezy is going to bring out Neyo. He looks so good!” @CrispyMartin: “Jeezy will do a stage dive.”

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