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CAREER FAIR 2011

look sharp • impress • get hired

Inside the 2011 Career Fair Guide

What to Wear: Career Fair Fashion (p. 3)

Ten Tips to Impress (p. 4-5)

Résumé Review (p. 7)

Examine every aspect of Career Fair attire, from ties and shirt colors to footwear types. Make sure that when you begin your job hunt next week, you are dressed for success.

Make sure you have all the tools you need to win over recruiters at the Career Fair. Read over these tips to make sure you are in control before, during and after the event.

A strong, well-constructed résumé is in many cases the difference between failure and success in a job search. Take the necessary steps to ensure that you fall into the latter category.

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from the editor

Career Fair Guide

By Vijai Narayanan Editor-in-Chief

Welcome to the Technique’s first annual Career Fair Guide.

This is a special section of the paper intended to make students aware of and help prepare for the annual Career Fair, which will be held on campus early next week.

We have attempted to condense the most important and relevant information in this guide to help you with your search. Among other things, you’ll find advice on how to dress, prepare your resume and learn from other students on how to go about obtaining an internship, co-op or full-time position at the company or organization of your choice.

This guide is the first in a series of special issues that the Technique will publish over the course of the coming year in an effort to provide more timely and relevant content to the student body.

We will publish our next special issue on Friday, Oct. 21, immediately preceding Homecoming Week. It will serve to inform students, fans and alumni about Tech traditions and prepare them for the game against Clemson.

Towards the end of the semester, we will publish our annual

To Hell with Georgia (referred to as THWUGA by the Technique staff) issue. As has been a part of Tech tradition for many years, we’ll use this issue to poke fun at our friends in Athens and engage in some good-natured humor about the cesspool of the South. I’m also proud to say that this year’s THWUGA will mark the 100th anniversary of the Technique’s publication.

We plan to kick-off the spring semester with a special section dedicated to a preview of events scheduled to occur both on and off campus during the semester.

In late March, we’ll continue the annual tradition of printing an April Fool’s issue, filled with jokes and spoof articles about everything related to Tech.

Lastly, we’ll publish the Best of Tech issue in late April, to capture the best and worst moments that occurred at Tech over the preceding year.

I want to extend a special thanks to Ralph Mobley at Career Services and Leigh Nash, the head of the Career Fair Committee for their help in producing the content for this issue.

I hope you find this guide interesting and helpful. If you have any suggestions on how to improve this guide for next year or have ideas on other topics that should be addressed, send an email to editor@nique.net.

Student-run Career Fair a longterm, well-planned production Approaching its 34th year, the Career Fair has become an annual Tech tradition that has come to signify the start of the fall semester. This year, approximately 1400 employer representatives from over 350 companies will assemble for the two-day event at the Campus Recreation Center on Sept.

12-13, 2011.

Organizations scheduled to attend include publicly held small companies, private companies, non-profit organizations, Fortune 500 companies, and a number of federal agencies. These organizations will provide general information about both career options and current job openings, and recruit potential applicants for full time, co-op, and internship positions.

The Tech Career Fair is one of the largest student-run fairs in the nation, but the event is put on by a team of only ten students. The planning committee, consisting of five men and five women, represents an array of various majors and schools at Tech, with five students from the College of Engineering, three from the College of Management and two from the Ivan Allen College. To make sure the fair runs as smoothly as possible, the team starts planning in early spring by compiling an extensive list of companies in order to spread the word about upcom-

“It may be overwhelming at first, but...recruiters are here because they are looking for the best future employees.”

Leigh Nash Career Fair Committee President ing company registration.

After Memorial Day weekend, the Career Fair Team is ready to hit the ground running by opening employer registration to all companies.

From that time until the Career Fair is launched in mid-September, hundreds of registrations are received, countless emails from recruiters and students are answered, facilities are booked, payments are received, hotel and travel accommodations are reserved, company display materials are shipped, parking is reserved, company profiles are updated, student newspapers are distributed throughout campus and various other aspects of logistics are handled by the Career Fair Team.

The weekend before the fair, the committee members, with the help of several student volunteers, spend a great deal of time in the CRC unloading and unrolling the bright blue flooring, assembling

tables and chairs, distributing exhibit materials and making sure all loose ends are tied up.

So why no high heels this year?

Due to CRC policies and safety issues, stiletto heels that cause weight to be disproportionally distributed are not only a tripping hazard but tend to tear up the new CRC flooring. Ladies, please be wary of your shoes this year and plan accordingly.

Students should dress in business attire and have their Buzzcard ready to scan for nametags and alumni should bring proof of their alumni status.

It may be overwhelming at first, but know that recruiters are here because they are looking for the best future employees of their companies. As a proud Jacket, I know that our students meet and exceed their expectations on a daily basis. Be confident and let them see that, and you’ll have nothing to worry about.

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WHAT TO WEAR Inside what’s fashionfriendly... and not

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s Mark Twain once said, “clothes make the man.” Twain’s advice was useful then and even is more so now. First impressions matter, so proper and wellkept business wear can play a big role in getting a job.The Technique will show you what to wear and what should be left at home. keep these handy, boys and girls résumés and pen

Print out at least ten copies on high quality paper and don’t forget to proofread. Bring at least two pens with you, just in case. leather portfolio

Keep your résumés in a leather portfolio. They are a great investment and go for $16-25 at Barnes and Noble or for free at a number of different campus events.

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hair and makeup Keep it clean, keep it classy and keep it natural. Ladies should take the time to do whatever is necessary to keep their hair out of their face (either up or pinned back). Do not overuse makeup.

tie it in Ties are an absolute requirement that should complement your suit. Leave the cartoon ties at home and aim for a simple, classic pattern. If your shirt is striped, make sure your tie is not. Ties should just touch your belt. Do not use a clipon - learning to tie a tie is a necessary skill for any working man.

a little sparkle Jewelry should be kept at a minimum, and not be too dangly or distracting. Make the focus about your work, not about what accessories you’re wearing. the right blouse Inside the suit jacket should be a pastel shell, blouse or button-down shirt. The blouse should keep cleavage at an absolute minimum. If it’s collared, keep the collar inside the suit and not pointing out.

grey, blue or black?

These three colors are the only appropriate colors a man can wear to a career fair. Even grey is pushing it, so keep it dark and keep it clean.

Absolutely no seer-sucker and keep pinstripes as light as possible. Nothing should shine on your suit. the “middle button”

The general rule of thumb is if it’s a three-button suit, button the top and middle buttons. If it’s a two-button suit, button only the top. If it’s a one-button suit, you shouldn’t be wearing it.

pant suit vs. skirt suit Both pant suits and skirt suits are appropriate as long as they fit well and are comfortable. However, skirt suits have an advantage in that they distinguish you from the men. Either way, length is important. Skirts should hit the top of the knee and pants should end slightly below the ankles.

iron and tailor it

When you buy your suit, get it tailored.

Make sure that the pants are the right length and the jacket fits well. You should be able to cross your arms with minimal pulling across the shoulders. Iron your shirt and have your suit dry-cleaned before the fair. proper footwear Shoes and socks should be black and formal. Don’t wear sneakers, Sperry’s or flip-flops. Shine your shoes before you come and don’t forget the back.

shoes, shoes, shoes

Photos by Basheer Tome / Student Publications

Debating between heels or flats? At this year’s Tech Career Fair, heels are strictly prohibited as they will damage the basketball court underneath. However, at any other career function, both shoes are acceptable as long as they are of a proper height, closed-toed, and of either black or other conservative colors.

TEN TIPS TO IMPRESS how to make the most of the Career Fair

a friend to 1 Bring the event

your résumé 2 Get critiqued

If this is your first-ever Career Fair, or even if it is not, it can help significantly to enter the fray along with a friend instead of facing the event alone.

Even though the two of you will have to approach company representatives individually, being able to discuss experiences and share tips with someone during breaks between talking to companies can help to alleviate stress.

Your résumé is the only physical record recruiters will have of you, so make sure it’s good. Before you enter the Career Fair, everal people should proofread it and give you feedback on its content.

Career Services offers several Resume Blitzes throughout the year where recruiters will review your resume and critique it for no charge. Use this resource to your advantage.

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articipating in an internship or co-op experience can be one of the most important stepping stones on the road to making the transition from college life to the real world.

Finding such an experience, however, can often be quite challenging. While the Career Fair can be a daunting experience for anyone planning to attend, it’s a great place to start the search for such an experience. No matter how many information sessions, job fairs and training sessions you attend, it can always be difficult to strike up a conversation with a recruiter and get selected for an interview with the company. To this end, these pages offer a list of the top ten things to do to prepare for the Career Fair before the event and tips to follow while you are there. Use this guide to help make the most of your time at the Career Fair and land an interview at the company of your choice.

your 3 Prepare elevator pitch It is essential that in the days leading up to the Career Fair, you spend time composing a speech of roughly 30 seconds that provides as many pertinent details as possible. Offer a quick introduction, indicate what you are seeking— an internship, a full-time position or whatever else—and proceed to explain to the representative exactly why the company should hire you.

Make sure to rehearse this pitch repeatedly before the Career Fair. Being able to succinctly explain your strengths and your potential usefulness to a company representative is the best indication that you have prepared for the event.

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non-tra4 Explore ditional options

your 5 Research target companies

You will be one of many attendees at the Career Fair, and many will be competing for the same spots. While putting your best foot forward will help you land the job, internship or co-op of your dreams, there is no reason to place all of your hopes with only a few recruiters.

Cast a wide net. Are you an AE major? Maybe a mechanical engineering internship will help you gain experience. CS major looking to land a job with a software company? Hardware companies could provide an interesting experience.

Don’t forget non-profits and work abroad opportunities. You could hit on a passion which you had previously never considered.

Do not just identify the names of companies you plan to target.

Spend some time reading up on the companies you target, both big and small. Also spend time to find out what the company has to offer for your specific area of interest.

It is not simply a matter of showing off your knowledge; in some cases representatives will bluntly ask you what you know about their companies. Being able to provide a strong answer will be a huge boost, especially if you can identify a branch or position within a given company where you would like to work and can indicate why you would be a good fit for that role.

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10 clean and 6 Stay be hygienic Keeping your clothes and yourself clean is of the utmost importance. Even if you had to pull an all-nighter the day before, make sure you head back to your dorm, shower, brush your teeth and, if you are a guy who needs to do so, shave.

If your hair is getting a little out of control, now is a good time to get the haircut you’ve been putting off for the past few weeks or months.

questions 7 Have for employers Be prepared to ask recruiters a few questions of your own. Avoid asking basic questions about the company. Ask about the kind of experience you can expect to have.

Request examples of projects that previous employees with similar experience have had, and find out what qualities and skills they look for in entry-level candidates.

Most importantly, find out more about the application process and when you can expect a response.

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good 8 Maintain body language The CRC gets loud during the Career Fair, so much of the communication between you and your recruiters will be nonverbal.

Give your recruiter a firm handshake, looking him or her straight in the eye and smiling. Stand up straight while presenting to your recruiter and do not cross your arms. When you leave, shake his or her hand again, thank him or her for their time with a smile and confidently walk away.

contact info 9 Get and follow up

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The days and weeks following the Career Fair are just as important as the event itself. During the Fair, obtain contact information for recruiters and/or their companies and correspond with them soon afterward, if only to ask a simple question or two. Without any sort of post-Career Fair correspondence, even the most impressive candidates for any position run the risk of being lost in a sea of résumés on a company website.

Do not get discouraged

If you do not receive an offer for an interview or even any positive leads from the Career Fair, continue trying to find a position throughout the year. Attend departmental career fairs, talk to friends and relatives with contacts at companies and continue to apply for positions through CareerBuzz, P2D2 and company websites. Use the Career Fair as a learning opportunity. This is especially true for underclassmen.

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Photo by Christopher Gooley/ Student Publications

Photo by Basheer Tome / Student Publications

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Student Perspective: Internship Experience

Work experience vital to complement studies During my four and a half years at Tech, the best educational teachings I have encountered have not solely been found in a textbook, by completing a science lab or working with a group on a presentation.

The countless case studies I have read in my management classes, the hundreds of math problems I have solved, and the many essays I have written throughout my college career have provided me with a profound amount of explicit knowledge and have challenged me to stretch my mental endurance and time management skills farther than I could have imagined.

However, as I prepare for my transition to my post-college career path, I believe that my work experiences, particularly my most recent internship this summer and previous co-op positions have made me a viable candidate for the job market and have made the information I learned in the walls of a classroom truly come to life. Moreover, my experience has given me a frame of reference to relate to when learning new class material.

Because of that, I have been more apt to contribute aloud in class, which is crucial in management classes and later on in the workplace.

This summer, as the SAP Business Analytics and Reporting

“My work experiences... have made the information I learned in the walls of a classroom truly come to life.”

Bridget Gorta Guest Columnist

Intern for Newell Rubbermaid, I was no stranger to the working world. Dating back to the summer after my freshman year, I had completed four co-op semesters of work (one at a start-up company and three at Bank of America, respectively) as well as a part-time internship and various on-campus jobs.

Towards the end of last fall, I started to apply for internships for the summer. This was after deciding not to rush graduation in the summer due to the desire of finding work more specific to my Marketing or Information Technology certificates in the College of Management before committing to the “real world.”

Towards the end of November, I began my job search journey. I had already created my account on Career Services’ CareerBuzz at the beginning of the semester, so I started submitting my resume to a variety of companies I was interested in. Sifting through thou-

sands of jobs was a tedious process, but was much more straightforward than going through a many companies’ websites.

By the time January rolled around, it was time for me to attend the Internship Fair. While I had already started the phone interview process with Newell Rubbermaid, I wanted to keep an open mind regarding other opportunities. To my dismay, however, I realized that I had started the summer internship process a bit later than my peers.

Many positions had been filled after the fall Career Fair, but I was not going to let that defeat me. In fact, after applying to a job on CareerBuzz, I received a call directly after the Internship Fair from a company who I had submitted my resume to via CareerBuzz.

That was when I realized that my professor in my Management Career class was right—any human contact I could get with a company was much more valuable

than any resume submission.

After a variety of phone interviews, on-campus and on-site interviews, I had finally found my window of opportunity at Newell Rubbermaid in April.

Interning at their headquarters in Sandy Springs, Ga. provided me with a great foundation of technical knowledge and insight into all business processes surrounding the consumer products industry. The systems I worked with, the connections and relationships I made and projects I worked on are aspects of working that were only touched on in my classes.

So with the brink of recruiting season upon us Tech students, I have two pieces of advice for you.

First, seek an internship or coop if you haven’t already. And if you have, seek another one. Each semester I have worked, I have been able to bring something new to the table.

Second: “Don’t wait for your ship to sail in, swim out to meet it.” This is one of my favorite quotes, which I discovered while co-oping.

Do not let the job find you and do not wait for your resume to be auto-filtered on a company website. Be aggressive. Go to the Career Fair. Use all of the opportunities Career Services has to offer and get as much face time as you can.

CAREER CORNER opportunities beyond the georgia tech career fair Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 13-14, 2011

WHAT: College of Computing Career Fair WHO: CS and CM majors WHERE: Klaus Advanced Computing Building atrium TIME: 9:00 am - 4:00 p.m.

The CoC’s Career Fair is no longer a 24-hour event, but it will continue to feature top companies from the computing industry.

Both students and alumni are invited to attend.

Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2011

WHAT: AE Career Fair WHO: AE majors only WHERE: Bill Moore Student Success Center, Press Rooms A/B TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The first-ever AE Career Fair will feature eight relatively prominent industry employers, including Delta, Sikorsky and Pratt & Whitney.

Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011

WHAT: Biotechnology Career Fair WHO: All majors WHERE: Molecular Science and Engineering Building TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hosted by the BME department, this long-running event will feature over 20 companies and will maintain a resume database for attending students.

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TIPS TO PREPARE A GOOD RESUME

CAREER CORNER opportunities beyond the georgia tech career fair Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011

WHAT: Career Services program- Successful Interviewing Strategies WHO: All majors WHERE: Bill Moore Student Success Center- Clary Theater TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

One of many hour-long presentations that Career Services offers throughout the year, this event will provide tips to students regarding job interviews.

Friday, Sept. 23, 2011

WHAT: Accounting and Finance Career Fair WHO: All majors WHERE: College of Management, first floor atrium TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

This event will present opportuntities targeted toward students in the College of Management.

Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 27-28, 2011

WHAT: Georgia Tech Virtual Career Fair WHO: All majors WHERE: http://gatech. careereco.net/employers/virtualcareer-fair-registration/ TIME: TBA At this two-day event, students and alumni are invited to connect with employers via online video and chat sessions. Similar events are held throughout the year.

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State the purpose for submitting your resume for consideration and list what you’re looking for in an employment experience with the company.

Include both a current and permanent address and telephone number where the prospective employer may contact you.

Provide a brief educational background of yourself, starting with your highest qualification.

Describe relevant experience for the position you’re seeking and describe your inolvement and contributions to past projects. Sort them into categories, listing the most recent projects first.

List your extra-curricular involvements and be prepared to talk about them during an interview.

List any awards and recognitions you may have earned.

Include any special skills that you think would make you qualified for the position

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MASTER PLAN |

9/11, ten years later

Students reflect on changes in America a decade after World Trade Center, Pentagon attack.411

Tech plans future expansion, renovations for campus

Top: Photo by Noah Posner / Student Publications, Left: Photo by Basheer Tome / Student Publications, Right: Photo by Sho Kitamura / Student Publications

Following years of ongoing construction, Tech can now look to other developments on its campus for the next few years.

By Savannah Andersen Contributing Writer

For over a year, many transformations have been underway on Tech’s campus.

Although the new Clough Commons and the revamped Skiles Walkway are complete, improvements to Tech are far from over, as Tech revisits its campus master plan for the next Institute renovations.

Soon, there may be gameday tailgating across from Bobby Dodd stadium in a new campus green space—Peter’s Park (not Parking Deck), a renovated tennis center with several new courts, and a more modern Ferst Center for the Arts with a glass wall overlooking a sculpture garden.

As the Capital Planning and Space Management Director at Tech, Howard Wertheimer has a strong desire to improve the campus on which over twenty thousand students learn and interact.

“We have completed some incredible things in the past, we are working on some now, and we have plans to do even more in the future,” Wertheimer said when asked

how he felt about Tech’s Master Plan.

Strategically, Tech will look to acquire more land during the next decade or so.

There is a “Tech Square Phase Two” near the current College of Management in the making, another plan for westward expansion and several ideas to continue work around North Avenue.

An Interdisciplinary Engineering BioSystems Building will reinforce the “BioTech Quad” near 10th and Atlantic and an open rainwater stream to reduce storm runoff could soon be flowing in the same area. There is news for east campus residents as well—Glenn and Towers will be renovated and upgraded to include a connecting elevator lobby and many multipurpose study rooms.

One project underway during the 20112012 school year is a complete overhaul of the Alexander Memorial Coliseum.

The new basketball arena, which will be known as the McCamish Pavilion, will be a new and improved version of the older Coliseum, featuring court-parallel seating and a more significant incline for a better

view of games.

This “Thriller Dome’s” seating capacity will remain more or less the same to maintain the close-quarter, exciting atmosphere on game days. The Pavilion will be ready to host games in October of the 2012 season, but until then, Tech fans and students will be able to cheer on the Wramblin’ Wrecks at the Gwinnett Amphitheater and Phillips Arena.

All of the improvements that are currently being made to Tech’s campus as well as all the plans for the near future are encompassed by the Campus Master Plan.

The current Master Plan was drawn up in 1997 and adapted in 2004. It is reviewed every five to eight years in order to reflect more contemporary ideas and strategies, so the document is now undergoing serious restructuring once again.

“This is a living document,” Werthheimer said. “Designs reflected on the plan are not set in stone and are subject to change depending on the circumstances See Master, page 6

In Memoriam: Phil McKnight

Chair of the School of Modern Languages, Phil McKnight, passed away in his home on Wednesday, Sept. 7.

McKnight was found dead in his home Wednesday morning.

McKnight, a professor of German and Chair of the School of Modern Languages since Aug. 2001, established the new major Bachelor of Science in Applied Languages and Intercultural Studies (ALIS). He also assisted in creating joint degrees with INTA and ECON. McKnight played an integral role in the establishment of the International Plan as well.

No details are yet known regarding McKnight’s death, but he is survived by his wife, who currently resides in Germany. “[McKnight’s] vision and tireless work have been an inspiration to us all. Above all, however, [McKnight] has been a human being of greatest integrity, wisdom, with a generosity of heart that encompassed his entire ‘family’ at Modern Languages,” said Dr. Bettina Cothran, McKnight’s colleague.

In Memoriam: Bob Snyder

Co-Chair of the School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE), Bob Snyder, passed away Thursday, Sept. 1 after a long battle with cancer. Snyder is survived by his wife, Sheila.

Snyder had an extensive chemistry background and career as a speaker, giving over 1,000 presentations.

Snyder led the School of MSE to be a premier program and guided the school through the recent merger with the former School of Polymer, Textile, and Fiber Engineering. “[Snyder] was one of the most dynamic, energetic and visionary leaders I have ever interacted and collaborated with,” said Zhong Lin Wang, College of Engineering Distinguished Professor. “His deep interest in science and education made extraordinary contributions to the materials program at Georgia Tech. His passing is a huge loss to the school, Georgia Tech and the international scientific community.”

MSE Co-Chair Andy Griffin will assume the interim Chair position.

Usselman to assume HTS chair position in Jan.

By Henry Duong Staff Writer

Professor Steven W. Usselman was recently named the Chair of the School of History, Technology and Society (HTS) in the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts, and he will assume the post in Jan. 2012.

Professor Usselman has been with Tech since 1996 and has served as a faculty member within HTS, as well as the Director of Graduate Studies of HTS and the Associate Director of The Sloan Center for Paper Business and Industry Studies.

“This is a pretty exciting time for Tech, with new leadership at many levels, and all of them very interested in how the humanities and social sciences are integral for modern science and engineering.

One of our major objectives is to build more partnerships with other units of the college, and more importantly with the engineering and science departments,” Usselman said.

The School of HTS was formed in 1990, at the same time as the formation of the Ivan Allen College. The School of HTS was one of the three schools that came out of the disestablished School of Social Sciences.

In 1992, the School of HTS was the first department in the Ivan Allen College to inaugurate a PhD program, in History and Sociology of Technology and Science.

The School offers degree programs in HTS that seek to understand technology in a social context and to see how technology is developed and how it fits within the wider range of human endeavors. Beyond this focus on technology within society, HTS also offers a wide selection of general courses in both history and sociology for all non-major students.

“We are not just trying to run a major, we are also interested and engaged in being a part of the greater campus that trains a large number of scientists and engineers, and thinking about how history

and sociology fit into that context,” Usselman said.

The Strategic Plan, as proposed

by President Peterson last year, indicates that “[Tech] will provide interdisciplinary education through flexible, student focused curricula” as one of its foremost goals in shaping the Institute over the next 25 years.

One of the central ideas related to realizing this goal is to allow undergrad students to design their own curriculum, and this has often been referred to as the formation of “the X-college” in various initiatives and proposals.

“There is a real role for people in HTS to help students find their way in this environment [of X-college]. It’s useful to have guidance from faculties who have thought about the relationship between engineering, science, and society, because these students would likely be involved with the engineering departments, but also with the Ivan See HTS, page 7

Photo courtesy of Georgia Tech Communications & Marketing

The overarching focus of the School of History, Technology and Society are to integrate technology into sociological studies.

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From the files of the GTPD...

Campus Crime

By Kamna Bohra Managing Editor Unexpected exposure

A police officer found a female exposing herself to traffic along Tech Parkway in the late evening of Thursday, Sept. 1. Finally pulling up her pants after the police officer exited his car, the suspect told the officer that she was convinced that dope dealers were attempting to kill her. When the officer asked where these dealers were, the suspect pointed to a group of trees, but no one was there.

The suspect then began scratching herself, claiming the dealers were on her and asking the officer to get them off. The suspect

then indicated that she was off her medications, but could not identify what medications. She then lay on the ground, continuing to scratch herself, until Grady EMS arrived.

Leggo my Eggo

In the early morning of Monday, Sept. 5, three males engaged in a verbal altercation about a sports team with another male in the Tech Square Waffle House.

These customers were asked to leave the premises, but they continued their verbal argument outside. The original three males began to attack the other male,

and according to the video, the victim did not appear able to defend himself.

Waffle House’s policy is to avoid involvement in physical altercation, but the severity of the fight forced staff to intervene. The suspects were arrested. The victim was left with bruises, abrasions and a laceration on his body, but he denied medical attention.

Throw in the “T”

A Tech student called a police officer, wanting to turn in his friend’s two aluminum letter T’s on Thursday, Sept. 2. The student eventually admitted that he, not his friend, had actually removed one of the T’s from the College of Architecture approximately one week prior.

The student said that he knew his actions were wrong and was issued a Student Conduct Code Violation.

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Student reps from the Student Alumni Association (SAA) presented at UHR to promote participation in their organization.

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should stop spamming the slivers que pasa I didn’t give two shiites about politics. But then I saw Ron Paul.

Memo to all North Ave North sophomores: learn to use a freakin’ toaster.

What’s the point in putting a poll in the Nique if you have 80-something responses?

I just saw a guy smoking a cigarette with chopsticks.

I graduated in May, but still sliver. What does that say about me? what is a sliver?

You know that feeling when you study so hard for something and just know you failed right after? Yep, that was my day today.

Stress is directly proportional to how far in the semester you are.

I SUMMON THE POWER. RUN RUN BURN TO CINDERS, CHAOTIC FLAME The sliver above this is pathetically lame love is a natural painkiller to the girl who helped me put my bike chain on... thanks, you are super sweet! to the guy who offered to put my bike chain back on, I shouldn’t have stubbornly refused your kindness! You are awesome, too! :) I love it when you get your greasy hands all over my bike chain I hope my prof doesn’t think I’m just a suck-up. since mgt will soon no longer be a major... should we still call it m-train?

It’s 10:20pm on Thursday night. Lets see if this gets in the paper. on it this wedding is horsesh*t TEST SLIVER PLEASE IGNORE s/o to my tech homies! miss yall, <3 rocketgirl silvering from my NASA co-op! #winning Pets are such a great morale booster- love you, Caldwell Cat! Boys who give up their seats on the bus for girls become instantly attractive. come on, the white girl in ic fab is hotter than the indian girl What’s a Thursday game like?

Tech football... Can’t tell if we’re good, or Western Carolina just sucks.

Wow, Co-Oping is SOOO much better than taking classes.

My PL’s are so awesome. Water balloon fight? Yes please!

Mr. Creationist, do you realize the hypocrisy of distrusting the science and evidence for evolution while accepting vaccines, telecommunicatio ns, and automobiles?

The UHR and GSS both voted upon and passed a bill to allocate more funds to WRECK Racing. After allocating $7,645.65 last week to the organization as a replacement annual budget, WRECK Racing received another $9,146.63 to “provide tools that will benefit WRECK Racing,” according to the bill which was submitted by ME Rep. Priya Patel.

According to Brian Sohacki, President of WRECK Racing, the allocation is necessary to equip the cars for new competitions and continued success.

“We will have increased heat loads, stress and endurance testing on our cars for increased competitiveness,” Sohacki said. “Because of these increased factors, we can apply more of the engineering principles that we have learned to our cars and competition.”

During discussion of the bill, several questions were asked of the WRECK Racing representatives regarding the necessity of a new camera and tripod, for which the bill allocated a total of $539.99 and $53.27, respectively.

“Camera and video capability are necessary to document the performance of the cars, so [WRECK Racing] can go back and analyze the cars, so we can see whether or not the tires are slipping and other things that need improving,” Sohacki said.

Sohacki said that 30 new members attended the most recent meeting, and he estimates that 20 will remain long-term.

“That will bring current membership to 47 members,” said Mi-

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chael D’Abete, WRECK Racing Treasurer. “Each of these members is paying dues and contributing to the team.”

D’Abete and Sohacki both assured representatives that the dues were appropriately high at $40, after a question was asked about plans to raise the amount of dues paid by members.

“We also have several sponsorships from outside sources, including a $5,000 sponsorship from GM that are helping to keep us racing,” Sohacki said.

Woodruff Infestation

Student concerns were raised during Open Forum about a recent discovery of ants in Woodruff Dining Hall. A student, who declined to comment, recorded a 24-second video of ants that were found in the serving area of Woodruff Dining Hall. The video was recorded and posted onto YouTube on Sept. 5. The student claims to have had issues in the past with the dining hall, including a lack of communication with Woodruff staff.

“This is in front of the stir fry station which is right next to the dessert bar area,” said both the scrolling text at the bottom of the video and the video description.

“There are [100s] of ants crawling around right next to food.”

Student representatives told fellow representatives to reach out to students in order to communicate this and similar issues. Students were encouraged to contact their representatives about such issues, as well as other campus offices.

“Please tell students to contact us. Let me know because we can’t do anything if we don’t know anything about it,” said Rosalind Meyers, Vice President of Campus Services. “I promise you that I will look into it and will get back to you. I realize that sometimes this kind of thing escapes our notice.

We depend on students to alert us to this kind of thing.”

Residents of Woodruff are still concerned about the infestation, however.

“It’s hard to live in our rooms sometimes, knowing about [the ants],” said Ariana Daftarian, a second-year BCHM major. “I’m worried about them getting into my food, my stuff and my bed.”

Block Seating

Undergraduate Student Body President Elle Creel reported on the difficulties with block seating that many students had during the first football game of the season on Thursday, Sept. 1. Several student blocks either did not have Buzzcard access or were faced with other difficulties in receiving access to the game or their respective seats.

Creel said that during the Open Forum portion of the next UHR meeting, the floor will open up for student opinion regarding the future of block seating allocation system practices. Students that were affected are encouraged to attend in order to address some of the issues that arose during the first game.

“I want to hear what the rest See Council, page 7

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Involvement spikes with little burden Students, faculty reflect

on Clough Commons

By Emily Cardin Staff Writer

College student retention rates are notoriously low between the first and second year of students’ careers. In the ACT’s 2010 “What Works in Student Retention Study,” the current first-year to second-year retention rate for students at public universities in the U.S. is estimated to be about 74 percent. The Institute’s rates are much higher, with 94 percent of students retained after their first year in both 2009 and 2010.

This may be due to the high level of involvement that characterizes much of the student population found at Tech. Throughout their pivotal first year as students, freshmen are regularly encouraged to participate in on-campus organizations by recruitment events and e-mails.

The high number of student organizations, both registered and unregistered, may indeed help to facilitate the retention of students.

“There are organizations for everything,” said Gregory Peacock, President of the Academic Team and a second-year NRE major. “The number and variety of organizations for students at Tech is fantastic. One can find many organizations in all categories; professional, competitive, entertainment [and more].”

According to a study published in the Journal of Science Education and Technology regarding retention rates of undergraduate students, student involvement and integration are pivotal to improving the retention rates of first-year students. as is on-campus residency.

The study establishes causal links between campus residency, student involvement and higher retention rates for undergraduates in science, technology, engineer-

By Sam Somani Contributing Writer

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Campus involvement at Tech is fairly high with over 300 official student organizations and dozens of informal, impromptu clubs. ing and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

Many student organizations are funded through allocations made by SGA, the majority of the funding coming from the Student Activity Fee (SAF) that each student pays as an addendum to tuition.

“We are doing everything we can not to increase the student activity fee in such tough economic times, so organizations didn’t get increases in budgets last year and likely won’t again this year,” said Aaron Greenwood, Vice President of Campus Organizations.

“Spending, however, is up to the House and Senate although they both seem more apprehensive

about large expenditures.”

Though the number of student organizations at Tech seems to have been on the rise over the past few years, Greenwood said that this has not had a significant financial impact on SGA’s funding allocations.

“The number of student organizations ultimately hasn’t impacted SAF allocations,” Greenwood said. “The [financial branches of SGA] have focused more on quickly reclaiming unused funds and making small cuts to all organization budgets to ensure that there is enough funding to go around, as it appears that See Involvement, page 7

With a 1.4 million gallon cistern, 220,000 square foot in area, 2,100 seats, 360 photovoltaic panels for energy, 41 classrooms, two 300-plus seat auditoria and last, but definitely not least importantly for many Tech students, one full-service Starbucks café, the Clough Commons opened its doors to students and faculty this fall.

“This venue is symbolic of Georgia Tech and its vision to enhance undergraduate education,” said Institute President G.P. “Bud” Peterson in his Institute address on Aug. 30.

Featuring tutoring services, academic support and Office of Information Technology offices, Clough Commons manages to create a supportive atmosphere for its residents.

“The building promotes stu-

dent success…most students seem to be excited about the new building and appear ready-to-work when they walk in,” said Lauren Levinson, a second-year BIOL major.

Students also have the opportunity to take any of the 2,100 seats available for study on all six floors, including beanbag chairs in the AstroTurf room featuring a skyline view of Midtown, as well as wood-finished set of steps near the first stairway.

“The big lecture halls have amazing seats and the big projectors work in HDMI [High Definition Multimedia Interface],” said William Luca, a first-year CMPE major. “Also, the armchairs are a great place to finish a project or talk with your friends.”

Clough Commons also showcases labs and individual classrooms for all core sciences, namely See Clough, page 7

Photo by John Nakano / Student Publications

Available to students, faculty and organizations, Clough Commons classrooms offer large spaces for study and research.

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CEO highlights sustainability

By Madison Lee Contributing Writer

The Institue for Leadership and Entrepreneurship invited students, faculty and business representatives for the first IMPACT Speaker Series of the semester on Wednesday, Sept. 7. The weekly series provides an opportunity for entrepreneurially minded individuals to learn about a variety of topics, ranging from new innovative management practices to the emerging business models shaping our world.

This week’s speaker was Diana Rivenburgh, CEO and President of Strategic Imperatives, Inc. In this presentation, Rivenburgh focused on the importance of creating a culture of economic, social and environmental success, encouraging businesses not only to make more sustainabilityconscious decisions, but to engage everyone from the senior leaders of major companies and their employees to Tech students in the process of strategy development for achieving long-term resource productivity.

“There is such a great need to engage students in [sustainability] activities on this campus…not only is that an opportunity to do something and make a difference now, it’s also a great experience as you go forward into the work world,” Rivenburgh said.

On a business level, Rivenburgh emphasizes the necessity of

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a two-way dialogue in promoting motivated individuals to use their resources and creativity to the fullest.

She believes that integrating sustainability into culture requires the involvement of companies and communities alike because ideas must be envisioned and voiced in both formal and informal settings before they can be implemented in a way that positively affects society as a whole.

“Sustainability drives engagement in tremendous ways, and it does this primarily because people feel that their work is meaningful…that their work makes a difference,” Rivenburgh said.

Shifting business thinking in the direction of sustainability is not without its challenges, however. It entails the investment of valuable capital and significant changes within companies and requires long-term commitment and dramatic changes within the business model.

In order to address this issue, Rivenburgh highlights the idea that transforming the organizational design model of businesses to align their practices with a vision for lasting growth, in ways such as establishing committees for sustainability, is a critical aspect of generating a lucrative results.

“Those companies that started early on before the recession have said that [sustainability] is one of the key things that has helped

them to get through this time period in a way because they are operating more efficiently and effectively…they have engaged people throughout their organization and up and down their supply chain,” Rivenburgh said.

Inspiring conversation encourages a means of collecting suggestions, which, in turn, creates incentives for the investment of time and effort in shifting business thinking. As a result, she notes that sustainability leads to profitable outcomes for the companies that buy into it, serving to compensate investment and to reward the right behaviors.

According to Rivenburgh, leadership is one of the most important aspects of constructing a strong sustainable culture.

Managing strategies for reducing waste and promoting renewable resources creates leverage for change, which can be employed by anyone.

The idea that leadership can come from all levels within businesses and the community resonated with Tech students at the event in particular.

“You don’t hear a lot of speakers talk about increasing the involvement of everyone, and [saying that] you don’t have to be a CEO to think about sustainability…you can talk about it with your student organization or just be a bright, innovative student,” said Kia Andrews, a third-year BA major.

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and needs of the campus and students.”

He also articulated the necessity of student participation in the development of Tech campus. All the enhancements that are made on campus are drafted with the direct input of faculty, students, staff members, alumni, and community participants.

While functionality and aesthetic appeal are both significant to Tech’s campus, environmental impact is an even greater concern to the Capital Planning and Space Management team.

“Tech’s campus is an ecosystem within a larger system of the area, the city, the state, and ultimately the world,” Wertheimer said. “It is important for all stakeholders to take part and to be informed.”

When Clough Commons was built, a 1.4 million gallon cistern was placed under the lawn. Over 30 similar cisterns are strategically

located across campus under the football practice field and near the Ferst Center to collect rainwater and condensation off of buildings.

By collecting this water, less clean, usable water escapes to sewers for unnecessary treatment.

Five years ago, less than 20 percent of campus was being irrigated with collected water, but now over 50 percent of Tech’s green space is watered using this method. The ultimate goal is no usage of city water for irrigation purposes.

Efficient watering systems are not the only things of which Tech has recently become more environmentally conscious. Tech also entered into the American Colleges and Universities Presidents’ Climate Commitment in 2007 to strive for carbon neutrality. To meet some of the goals set forth by this commitment, all future building additions to Tech’s campus will be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified.

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The face of Tech’s campus has changed drastically in the past century, as shown by the campus master plan created in 1912.

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Allen College,” Usselman said.

The School of HTS seeks to enhance the education of Tech students by providing social context to technology, and its goal is to challenge the students to be mindful of the social implications of technology from the stage of conception and design, and not just as an afterthought post-de-

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of the students think, if they have any ideas or comments about the system,” Creel said.

Creel also assured students that they would not be penalized in any way for the mistakes that

ployment.

“We can design the most advanced system, but if we don’t think about how it fits into the broader context of society, there is little chance of success. As I’ve heard [Peterson] put it, students in engineering don’t necessarily need another class working with equations, but they may need a class that makes them think about the world,” Usselman said. were made.

“The results in the first game block allocation system will not apply to next year’s allocation,” Creel said.

SGA will publicize its opinion about the allocation system before the following game.

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physics, chemistry, biology and earth and atmospheric sciences.

“I’ve had a chance to tour the new freshman chemistry laboratories, and they are tremendous,” said chemistry professor Jake Soper. “As nice as I’ve seen anywhere.”

“It’s pretty cool to have a building where a lot of [general science majors’] classes are located instead of being spread out all over campus with no central location,” Levinson said.

Moreover, the Clough Commons, itself a modern structure, is surrounded by plenty of green space to create a friendly environment around the facility.

“It has a great footprint and a great aura,” said Linda Green, a BIO academic professional. “It’s just great how much space there is available for the students.”

Adorned with a plethora of glass doors and windows to facilitate natural lighting in the building, smart lighting systems inside

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In addition to allocating money to WRECK Racing, UHR discussed student issues with Woodruff ants and football games’ seating.

there will be.”

Vice President of Finance, Charley Crosson, confirmed that there appears to be no added financial burden from the number of student organizations.

“Speaking upon the past two semesters, I have not seen a significant spike in financial pressure from our vast number of student organizations,” Crosson said.

“The accounts are actually at very high amounts to start off for fiscal year 2012, and I do not see a

rooms, a projected 89 percent water reuse, 30 solar thermal panels, and many other “green” advances, Clough Commons is a model for modern-day ecologically-friendly buildings.

“It reminds me of the Management Building, the way that it lets the light in through the open spaces,” said Preston Mayo, a second-year MGT major. “[Clough Commons] is just such a friendly environment.”

Clough Commons, geared towards the undergraduate body, “was a big statement for Tech,” Green said, considering that the institution is primarily researchbased.

The building also offers many opportunities for teachers. As Peterson put it in his address, “it is here that new teaching methodologies will be developed.” “[Teaching here] is actually the first time I’ve felt the need for a microphone, or at least felt comfortable wearing one,” Green said.

In addition, Clough Commons

offers the teachers numerous technological improvements, such as the use of tablets to write notes with.

“The interface at the podium is a lot better…and offers plenty of flexibility for use with projectors,” Green said.

However, it’s not entirely perfect. The technology may facilitate a broader methodology of teaching, but the lecture hall size for some teachers is a limiting factor in their extension to teaching.

“I’m frustrated by some physical aspects,” Green said, as she currently teaches an introductory biology class in a 300 seat auditorium. “It’s harder for me to connect with the students, since there is only one aisle going through the pack.”

Despite this, students themselves feel very comfortable in the new facility. “It’s a great building state of the art facilities,” Luca said. “It has become a great place to take lectures and meet new people.”

threat from a large number of requests for funds.”

Many campus organizations do not receive funding from SGA, including the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the Student Foundation.

RHA receives funding from resident fees, which is included in the rent per semester. The Student Foundation allocates an average of $15,000 a semester to student organizations and draws funding from an endowment that is replenished through fundraising

efforts.

In order to charter a new student organization and register it with the Office of Student Involvement, students must find a faculty or staff member to serve as an advisor, register ten listed members, acknowledge the Alcohol Policy and ensure compliance with the SGA Constitution. According to the SGA Constitution, organizations must collect dues in order to qualify for the opportunity to submit a budget request to SGA.

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Remembering 9/11

How can students shape the post-9/11 world?

This Sunday will mark the tenth anniversary of a defining moment in many Tech students’ childhoods: the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. This weekend, people across the country will reflect on those who were lost that day and what this event has meant for their lives.

For college-age Americans, this will have an even more poignant meaning, as the attacks on 9/11 created the lens through which they viewed the world they grew up in. Their grandparents fought against Nazi fascism, their parents prepared for when the Red Menace of Soviet communism would strike and their generation has fought to prevent militants from recreating an attack on innocent men and women.

What’s important to note is that while college-age Americans can still recall the emotional effect of the attacks—note that each student on the right hand page remembered where they were and what they were doing when they heard of the attacks—the threat of terrorism is no

longer the driving issue of global politics.

As with Pearl Harbor, emotions still run strong for those who survived, and the event has undeniably shaped the world afterward, but the effects of the event itself on politics diminish over time. This is as it should be. With the death of Osama bin Laden, students should focus on growing from the children of 9/11 into the adults who will shape the post-9/11 world.

Tech students are uniquely equipped to face this challenge. They have been trained in technology and should look at how to use technology to show the stranger across the globe as an actual person instead of just a sensationalist new story. Ways of using technology to fight those things which fuel terrorism—poverty, hunger and poor education—should be explored.

As students enter the workforce, they should keep in mind that they will be the ones guiding the future of technology and do their best to guide that future to one where people are well fed, educated and connected to their fellow man.

The Consensus Opinion reflects the majority opinion of the Editorial Board of the Technique, but not necessarily the opinions of individual editors.

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Opinions Editor: Chris Russell By cultivating the beautiful we scatter the seeds of heavenly flowers, as by doing good we cultivate those that belong to humanity.

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Looking Back: National Tragedy

On Sept. 14th, 2001, the consensus opinion below was published in the Technique in response to the tragedy of 9/11. It seemed appropriate to show the previous Editorial Board’s immediate reaction to the tragedy next to the current opinion, ten years later. Their shock is evident, but their call to remember those who were lost while forging ahead with life displays the same level-headed determination that should guide efforts to make the post-9/11 world a better place.

Due to the national emergency, Tech closed its doors to students and faculty at noon on Tuesday.

Instead of attending classes, students banded together to pray for the victims and support each other and the community. In the aftermath on Wednesday, students returned to classes and attempted to go on with their daily lives, yet students’ thoughts continued to linger on the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.

The decision to cancel classes Tuesday was thoughtful and sympathetic. While there was no apparent danger for Tech or the Atlanta area, everyone on campus was shocked by the tragedy and needed to be with family and friends. Most students could not concentrate on their studies, which seemed trivial in comparison with the crisis in New York and Washington, D.C. Atlanta businesses also responded, sending many co-op students and other employees home during mid-day. Many students used this day off to travel home to see their families or watch the news with friends.

Although the events were virtually paralyzing, many students sprang into action. Blood drives were organized around Atlanta, and the MOVE Office organized buses to transport students to and from the various locations. Also, a group of students organized a vigil at the Campanile on Tuesday night.

Atlanta, as well as the rest of the country, was overwhelmed with support and prayer for the victims of this tragic event. The contributions of the Tech community illustrate that our generation is not apathetic, but rather sympathetic and proud of our country.

On Wednesday, people returned to school and work, in an effort to return to our daily lives, as President Bush recommended.

Resuming our regular schedules was a good way to divert our attention from the 24-hour coverage of the tragedy at the World Trade Center, although most people in the country remained tuned to their radios and television for updates. Also, being surrounded by

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fellow students and co-workers was comforting.

As a result of the attack, many sporting events around the country were cancelled. The ACC cancelled all conference games, which includes the much anticipated Tech vs. FSU game on Saturday.

While the ACC had good intentions when cancelling the games, they are diverting people from their normal routines. Football games are a time for friends and family to gather together and have a good time, sharing a national pastime. A game would certainly be a welcome distraction from the aftermath of Tuesday, as well as a show of our strength and patriotism. Bush wants Americans to continue with their lives, which do not only include work, but also outside activities such as football games.

Although this is a tragic event - likely the most tragic since we have been alive - it has pulled together the citizens of the United States to defend the freedoms which we fought for over 200 years ago. We as a community need to continue to respond with our support and other positive actions, but we should also not bring our lives to a halt.

Our condolences are with the victims and their families, especially those in the Tech community who have been affected by this tragedy. We hope the continuing search will bring peace to this situation and to the hearts of all Americans.

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Plans, like rules, are made to be broken Plans are good. They give you a purpose. They keep you moving in a consistent direction. They help you achieve goals. They help you figure out what you should be doing, should do next and should-have-done-a-week-agobut-one-more-episode-of-DrWho-couldn’t-hurt.

People who don’t plan things out—at least to some extent—can spend a lot of time twiddling their thumbs waiting for things to happen.

My friends and I are notoriously bad at this. Unless we plan out what we’re doing for the weekend, the game of “I dunno. What do YOU want to do today?” can stretch out for hours.

On the other hand, give us a bit of time that week to plan out the weekend’s festivities and parties and cookouts tend to materialize, weird excursions are planned, Atlanta festivals are attended and tasty baked goods and dinners seem to just happen.

Like I said, plans are good.

Anything that can result in pie and cake has to be.

That said, sometimes sticking to the plan isn’t always your best option. Plans, like rules, are made to be broken.

I have a lot of respect for people who come to Tech knowing exactly what they want to do, with the rest of their lives planned out before them, but they—more than

“Chart out milestones, make deadlines and make yourself stick to them. Unless you have a good reason not to.”

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anyone else—need to reread that last sentence. If you’re gung-ho on going to medschool and becoming a doctor or flying through college as fast as possible then spinning up your own start-up, by all means, don’t let me stop you.

Just don’t get so blinded by your plan that you miss opportunities as you zip past them.

If I ever bumped into my freshman self through some paradox-inducing twist of time, he’d just look at me, shake his head and say, “Dude, what happened to you?”

I came in dead set on academia. I’m now going into industry.

I swore I’d never work in software engineering. I just signed on with a large software engineering firm.

I came in entranced by a foreign language. I dropped the minor.

I didn’t want to be a section editor. Here I am.

In other words, pretty much all of my plans took a solid left-turn that I never expected. But all for a reason. I

interned at a company just for the experience and loved it. I discovered software engineering wasn’t a slog through TPS reports and broken printers.

My major had too many cool electives to choose from, so I dropped the minor to fit more in.

I’m still not sure how the whole section editor thing happened. I think I was tricked or something.

If you have a dream, don’t let me talk you out of it. By all means, reach for the stars, be all that you can be, etc. etc. etc. Just keep in mind that old Disney moral: what you think you want isn’t necessarily what you actually want.

I’ve had friends make changes to their plan that you wouldn’t believe. I’ve had friends hop from Chemical Engineering to Economocis and Public Policy, friends that came in planning for a life of research then realized it wasn’t anywhere near what they wanted, friends that proclaimed no interest in travel only to traipse halfway across

Europe, friends that always wanted to be lawyers push off law school in order to work as a consultant and friends that hopped from student government to student journalism.

And they all seem pretty happy that things didn’t go according to plan.

Like I said, don’t let me talk you out of a lifelong dream. If you’re dead set on something, make a plan for it.

Chart out milestones, make deadlines and make yourself stick to them. Unless you have a good reason not to.

Dread waking up for your morning finance class because you spent all night coding for your computer science elective? Switch majors.

Did that just-to-pay-thebills design internship turn out to be the best summer of your life? Look at adding some more design work to your plan.

Did all your friends come back from semesters abroad raving about how amazing it was? Squeeze in some travel time.

Your plan should be a living document. Change it to reflect your experiences. Keep it up to date with new goals you want to reach for and new ways of reaching the goals you already had. And if you look around and realize you aren’t happy with where you are or where you’re going? Scrap it and start again.

Smartphones offer both benefits, costs I recently had a rather woeful realization about the heavy dependencies of our generation on new and upcoming technology. This realization struck me when I came across a friend who had just misplaced her iPhone and it seemed as though I was standing in front a person drifting along without a purpose. She had become so reliant on a mobile device that she no longer knew how to communicate, how to navigate and—worst of all for her—how to shop. She stood staring at her ten dollar basic phone not knowing what to do as she could not for the life of her remember anybody’s number to make a simple phone call. Isn’t that what the purpose of a phone was after all?

As you continue to read this, take a look around and try to count all the iPhones, Blackberrys, HTCs and other smartphones that are being used by the average person. I would not be surprised if you run out of fingers to count on. According to a statistic by the Nielsen company, twothirds of American mobile phone users aged 15-24 own a smartphone—a high end mobile device that combines the functions of a personal assistant and a mobile phone. They provide tremendous functionality as well as being portable, light and efficient. Cellphones themselves are a relatively new invention and have indeed come a long way from the

“Whether we are more attention-seeking or not, the Egyptian revolution was led by the smartphone-carrying youth of today.”

heavy-duty, uni-functional devices to the ultra-portable multi-functional devices we see today.

Until a few years ago, a phone was still just a phone.

Phones could call, text, take pictures and had simple games. Slowly the marketplace started to flood with smartphones and people of all ages started buying them. At first you would see the occasional iPhone, Android or Blackberry in social gatherings but as time passed more and more people switched from the ‘not so cool’ phones that could text and call to the all-in-one device that happened to also be able to make calls. This trend seems to suggest that soon flip phone and basic devices will be entirely redundant.

To the casual observer, it’s the best thing that could have happened. We have devices that can do almost anything.

My phone is my boarding card when I am flying. My phone becomes my bank as I transfer money within seconds without actually having to go

absorbed? While many of us use smartphones productively, it seems that for many young people it’s becoming a replacement for doing the actual work. Isn’t getting lost the best way to find a new place? Can you really not subtract 15 from Siddharth Gurnani 50 without picking up that phone calculator? Do you reFocus Editor ally need to constantly update your location, your moods and to a bank. My phone is my your movements on social netGPS as it guides me to where working sites?

I want to go. My phone is my Some would say that this entertainment as I play games, generation of users, the group watch movies, listen to music aged 15-24, is becoming more and surf the web. My phone and more narcissistic than is my connection to friends those from generations before. around the world as I tweet, They require instant gratificaFacebook, text and Skype. My tion, constant connection and phone is my translator when I a need to broadcast their emogo abroad, calculator at a test, tions on a regular basis. It isn’t weatherman outside the house. to say that smartphones are the The list goes on. reason behind this generation Oh, and of course, my being the way it is but they phone allows me to make sure act as a catalyst in accelthose calls too! erating that process. The benThe advantages of owning efits of technology today are smartphones are numerous. hard to debate from the point They give us immense power of view of functionality but right at our fingertips. I my- there are subtle yet key probself own an iPhone and can- lems that affect social norms not even fathom how I would and how we interact with one function without one. another and how we end up as But is that really a good adults. Whether it is a good thing? Are we maybe too de- thing that the youth today feel pendent on our phones? Is it re- more empowered and are too ally necessary to have a phone caught up in their lives to care that does everything and just a about people in actual need is little bit more? While all this hard to say. Whether we are seems innocent and a natu- more attention-seeking or not, ral progress in technology, is the Egyptian revolution was the youth of today becoming undeniably led by the smarttoo lazy and a little more self- phone carrying youth of today!

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Around Campus

Do you remember where you were on 9/11?

Madhuri Tondepu Third-year CS

“In elementary school. I had just moved here from India.”

John Koch Fifth-year HTS

“In middle school French class.”

Joseph Santilli Second-year CompE

“I was sitting in my 4th grade classroom, doing math.”

David MacPherson Second-year BME

“I was at a photo shoot with my family.”

Photos by Chris Russell

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OUR VIEWS Hot or Not

HOT– or –NOT Dawgs sent packing

This Saturday, UGA’s football team left Atlanta with their tails between their legs after being defeated by Boise State 35-21. The defeat is even more poignant due to the fact that, despite the game being held at a “neutral” location, the game was held in the Georgia Dome, just two hours from UGA’s home turf. This will hopefully be the first of two times UGA is sent packing from Atlanta.

Employee’s paradise

The country might still be reeling from the recent recession, but things are picking up for Tech students looking at entering the workforce. This year’s career fair is scheduled to bring over 400 companies to campus, which can only spell good things for Tech students.

More attendees means more chances at employment, which bodes well for both Tech grads and Tech itself.

Short shoes

A new rule at this year’s career fair has some women at Tech scurrying to get their hands on some new footwear.

In order to prevent the floor from being scuffed, career fair attendees are now banned from wearing high heeled shoes while at the fair. While some students are simply annoyed by not having the perceived bearing that heels create, others are upset about having to purchase dress flats.

Illegible numbers

Tech’s football team displayed a new set of home-game uniforms last Thursday, featuring gold text on a gold background. The uniforms look good individually, but on the field, the names and numbers are nearly illegible, making it difficult to identify who is doing what during the game. The Athletic Association is looking into replacing the uniforms with ones that are legible.

Enthusiasm, attitude, openness to change improve college experience As the third week of the Semester winds to a close, the organizational recruitment begins to slow, football is in full swing and the fall weather has clearly arrived.

Seniors, those on a victory lap and myself are busily preparing for the Career Fair on Monday. Overall, another busy, exciting fall semester at Tech.

With fresh thoughts of fall in mind I would like to share the four most important themes I have learned and experienced during my time at Tech.

First, attitude is everything!

Your attitude will go a long way in influencing your opportunities in life from your scholastics, your career, your friends, and even your health! Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” Stay positive and watch your positivity affect those around you. Help those in need and brighten up their day.

Thank your professor after a lecture and ensure your friends know that you care. While it is easy to fall into a rut of negativity and self-loathing, try being positive for a week. Yes, Tech is difficult, but always remember that you decide the direction that your life is going to take.

Second, community is critical.

Tech is truly a unique microcosm of America, a community filled with motivated students and faculty engaged in cutting edge research, teaching and other various pursuits. Get plugged in! This is one of the few opportunities in life where you will be surrounded by intellectual peers and supported by a faculty and staff that have one objective: improving your chances at success. A great way to get involved is the Residence Hall

“The bottom line is that only you know what you love, and it is your job to get out there and discover what that ‘what’ is.”

Mathias Rost President, RHA

Association through Hall Councils in every building on campus.

Continue to build a community with those around you and seek out new people to learn from.

Dale Carnegie puts it this way: “Become genuinely interested in other people.” Life is relationshipdriven, and these communal relationships will help challenge your thoughts, guide you through crises and truly make Tech a place to call home. Never stop engaging those around YOU! Third, try new things. It is cliché to say that college is a time to try new things, but, really, it is.

Attend lectures, programs, and events; engage with someone who you have nothing in common with and build your community ties. The possibilities are almost endless.

One of my most memorable life experiences was travelling abroad. While I had never been out of the country, I still decided to travel 10,000 kilometers to New Zealand. I learned more in New Zealand about life and who I am in six months than I would have learned in two years at Tech.

New experiences help broaden your horizon and provide you with the perspectives and maturity that are critical to becoming a successful, contributing member of society. As Wayne Gretzky said,

“You’ll always miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” Be proactive in encountering, learning, doing and experiencing new things every day!

Finally, and most importantly in the entirety of the college experience—especially at Tech—is to find something that you love.

Some may enjoy the benefits of the strong undergraduate research program, while others may choose to be student leaders. While for me that love has been student leadership and volleyball with friends, some will simply enjoy time spent with others (especially in the library), while many will get involved with athletics in various form.

The bottom line is that only you know what you love, and it is your job to get out there and discover what that “what” is. Your passion will help make your experience that much better and will give you something outside of academics to sink your teeth into. It also comes in handy for full time job interviews.

Overall, as Rihanna said, “Life’s too short to be miserable.”

Even if Tech gets you down, keep up a positive attitude, try new things, build your community and most importantly find something you love! Trust me — it will make your life better!

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Trying to figure out the time zone is making me crazy You do realize that “Wreck” and “Reck” have two completely different meanings, right?

So glad I decided to turn off Facebook Re Dubstep: Dude you gotta figure out that all top hits don’t cut it anymore Love that black guy at in the student center that plays the music down there dude with the glasses SLIVERS FTW And the stars don’t even matter Feel weird dating freshmen at my age, 20 You know it was a crazy first weekend with amount of Solo cups around campus WHERE IS UNICYLCE DUDE? 2009 FOOTBALL... that was my season Hope Tevin understands YOU GOTTA THROW BULLETS LIKE VICK OR YOU WILL GET PICKED OFF! I am always watching Dibs on the cute girl at the Info Desk Zed’s dead baby. Zed’s dead Seriously wait until class is over before you get up Girl you can’t be my lover... I’m a pimp All my friends are ECE and Im a CS major I grinded for the first time.

I’ll learn how to moonwalk if its the last thing I do They sounds like shit at 1 in the morning CHILDISH GAMBINO Tech: Freaks & Geeks I would have written a shorter sliver, but I didn’t have time.

You ain’t got nothing on me Tired of people making out on the campanile To the people of NA, FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, LEAVE BEER OUT OF THE SAND PIT!!!

Thank you, everyone who plays Volleyball Nobody ever asks... How’s Waldo?

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Ludacris moderates panel on Ten years later, 9/11 memories linger Innovation in Entertainment

By Alex Kessler Assistant Focus Editor

Photo courtesy of Georgia Tech Communications & Marketing

Famous rapper Chris “Ludacris” Bridges visited campus to moderate discussion about the role of technology in entertainment. Students also got to test Ludacris’ “Soul by Ludacris” headphones.

By Avanti Joglekar Contributing Writer

Moving away from the usual type of speaker, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, an award-winning rapper, actor and entrepreneur, moderated a panel discussion on “Technology in Entertainment” for an event organized by the Ludacris Foundation and Tech’s MBA Leadership series. The event was on Sept. 1 in the College of Management.

Students had the opportunity to listen to a discussion that included three panelists with connections to Tech. Associate professor Gil Weinberg, director of the Tech Center for Music Technology; Charles Spencer, an MBA student and Alex Rae, creative director of the phone-app development company Khush were panelists at the event.

The panel covered a variety of topics pertaining to technological innovation and its application in entertainment. Some of the questions considered were about what it takes to get innovations funded

and what it takes to achieve product to market success, highlighting the importance of leadership, education and innovation in entertainment.

Ludacris has won a Screen Actors Guild, Critic’s Choice, MTV award and several Grammy Awards for his music and acting and is a cofounder of “Disturbing tha Peace”, an imprint distributed

by Def Jam Recordings, demonstrating entrepreneurship within the entertainment industry.

Ludacris gave students advice about how to handle the constantly changing environment in entertainment technology, particularly in light of changes that have taken place in the last decade.

“You look at fashion over the years and it changes. That’s the same with technology,” Ludacris said. “You have to keep yourself afloat with producers and what’s going on. You don’t have to emulate what everyone else is doing, but you have to stay ahead of the curve. You make it your own and understand what’s going on around you. Continue to search

for things that haven’t [yet] been done.”

The courtyard between 5th St. and West Peachtree St. was abuzz with students who got the opportunity to demo Ludacris’s headphone series, “Soul by Ludacris SL300.”

Bob Bonefant, Founder of Soul Electronics, also one of the panel members, brought in two “Soul by Ludacris” college touring booths for the live demonstrations.

Students had the opportunity to demo the new high performance headphones with a few hit Ludacris songs, including “Moneymaker” and “How Low.” “These are the clearest headphones I have ever used. Ludacris definitely found an intersection between technology and entertainment that he can successfully market, so I really value his advice on how to use my Tech education successfully in the real world,” said Chloe Smith, a fourth-year ECON major.

See Ludacris, page 13

Campus Calendar Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011

WHAT: Atlanta Mini Maker Faire WHO: Atlanta Maker Faire WHERE: MRDC parking lot, Tech campus TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Maker Faire is a celebration of all things DIY - from Robotics and electronics to arts and crafts. The event inspires creativity, promotes invention and brings makers together.

Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011

WHAT: 9/11 Memorial Vigil WHO: Georiga Tech College Republicans, Office of Diversity Programs WHERE: Kessler Campanile TIME: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Join the Tech community on the evening of the tenth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks to honor those who lost their lives that day and those who continue to serve the country today.

Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2011

WHAT: IMPACT Speaker series WHO: George Israel, Ferst foundation for childhood literacy WHERE: Le Craw Auditorium, Management Building TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy provides each registered child a book and Leap into Book newsletter each month from the time they are registered until their fifth birthday.

Ten years ago, commercial airplanes crashed into the World Trade Center and, amidst the smoke and flames, burned a painful image into the minds of Americans. To this day no American forgets where he or she was when the two towers fell or who they were after the ashes settled.

Everyone has their story to tell. At 8:46 a.m., every Tech student was in a different town, sitting in a different classroom but asking the same questions.

The Sept. 11 attacks represent a unique moment in America’s history, a time when the nation was not at war but felt a foreign strike on its soil, a time when the country gazed into the void of uncertainty with nothing to grab onto except each other.

“We saw the smoke from Jersey,” said Jessica Siemer, second-year BME major. “I was in fourth grade, in a Catholic school, so they moved everyone to the church and everyone sat there and prayed.”

What makes Sept. 11 such a deep and vivid memory was the ability to watch the events unfold before our eyes in real time. Every news network streamed images of panic and destruction to the classrooms

and homes of Tech students.

“I was in eighth grade history class when it happened and the entire class watched the events on TV the whole day,” said Monica Patel, a sixth-year BIO major.

However, for some, the tragedy was more real than electronic images and sounds.

“I was in my fifth grade class, they locked us in the classrooms, and the teacher said that something terrible happened but she was waiting for our parents to tell us themselves. I went home and my parents were crying because my second cousin worked in the towers and we didn’t know if she was alive.” said Timothy Heffner, a third-year AE major.

Flight 77 flew into the side of the Pentagon shortly after the attacks on the Twin Towers; it soon became clear to the authorities and media that the United States was facing an organized terrorist attack. Those who had family members and relatives working in downtown Washington D.C. and New York City had to endure uncertainty as chaos unfolded.

“My father was working in the Pentagon and I was stuck sitting in my classroom watching the events unfold,” said John Kane, a fourth-year CmpE major.

At 10:28 a.m., the North Tower collapsed, and after 5:21 p.m.

See 9/11, page 14

Photo by Jon Drews / Student Publications

Most Tech students were between the ages of 8-14 when 9/11 happened. 10 years hence they remember where they were.

Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011

WHAT: Student Alumni Association kickoff WHO: Student Alumni Association WHERE: Multiple locations around Tech campus TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The Student Alumni Association will host its second annual kickoff event at multiple locations: North Av. Quad, 5th Street Bridge and IC center lawn.

Friday, Sept. 9, 2011

WHAT: GT Night at Six Flags WHO: Student Center Programs Council WHERE: Six Flags over Georgia TIME: 6:00 p.m.

Six Flags over Georgia is open just for Tech again, so get ready to put those first few stressful weeks behind you by enjoying a night away from campus. Special performances and discounted tickets at box office.

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Students show Get Healthy Series Part 2: How to eat well, stay healthy entrepreneurial spirit

By Amanda Clausen Contributing Writer

This part of the “Healthy Series” discusses the importance of Nutrition and eating well.

Food is a part of our sustenance and what we eat determines how we feel. We must nourish and look after our bodies for them to respond well physically.

When it comes to summing up healthy eating, author Michael Pollan may have said it best — “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” By ‘food,’ he means food that grows from a plant, not a ‘food-like product’ manufactured in a factory.

Eating the appropriate amount is paramount.

Maintaining

weight is a matter of calories consumed and calories burned. As for “mostly plants,” eating a balanced plant-based diet has been shown to promote optimal health.

There are many people who want to eat a healthy diet, but simply don’t know where to start. For those who need guidance, there is a full-time dietitian on staff at Stamps Health Services.

“I recently went to the [health] center at Tech and spoke to the nutritionist there. She was really helpful and gave me some websites to look at,” said Carlos Galloza, a fourth-year EE major.

Eating healthier does not have to be an all-or-nothing endeavor.

Small changes can go a long way to leading a healthier lifestyle.

Galloza avoids keeping junk food in his apartment to make eating healthy easier.

“I do not buy sweets or snacks since I’m a habitual snack eater...I always have a stock of fruit in my refrigerator to snack on so I’m less tempted to go out and eat,” Galloza said.

Other small changes include eating grilled meat rather than fried and choosing lower-calorie condiments, such as mustard over mayonnaise.

For those on a tight budget, purchasing healthy, unprocessed foods does not have to break the bank. Oatmeal can be bought in bulk and makes a satisfying breakSee Nutrition, page 14

Photo by Virginia Lin / Student Publications

Eating well is paramount to overall health. Nutrition is often misunderstood for calorie intake and many don’t know where to begin. There are healthy food options available, one just has to look.

By Breana Poteet Contributing Writer

Moving in a different direction from years past, Tech is experiencing a push for entrepreneurship unlike any seen before.

Start-ups like Swarm Books and Village Defense have been created by Tech students over the last few years. This has occurred in tandem with the rise of new campus programs.

Tech has experienced an increased interest in entrepreneurship amongst faculty, students and even Institute President G.P. “Bud” Peterson’s Strategic Plan identifies entrepreneurship as a key quality among students.

As a result of this interest, many new opportunities have arisen for budding business-starters, including organizations like Enterprise to Empower (En2Em), Inventure Prize competition, VentureLab, the Invention Studio and Flashpoint.

En2Em an on campus entity directed at students, provides incubation for ideas, consultation and networking through student and professional directories. En2Em connects entrepreneurs with similar interests and skill sets, and caters advice on advertising, legal information and future forecasts for companies.

The Inventure Prize, an annual competition amongst Tech students to create new products, is the largest invention competition in the U.S. It has been televised on PBS in past years. Around 400 participants contest to take the grand prize but each one receives guidance in areas like scheduling and risk assessment, which are invaluable to making deas a reality.

Open to any student, the Invention Studio, located in the MRDC, can be very useful for start-up inventors because it provides the machinery and materials necessary to truly bring ideas to life at no cost.

There are also financial resources available to the would-be entrepreneur, such as Flashpoint, which gives ten teams $10,000 and any other resources they may need. Through these resources a number of start-ups have been created at Tech.

Tubing Operations for Humanitarian Logistics, started by Apoorv Sinha ChBE ‘10 and Benjamin Cohen, a fourth-year CEE major, converts tubing used for well drilling to provide water over long distances to areas in need, such as post-earthquake Haiti.

Although this company is only in its infancy, it already shows some promise to make a positive impact on the world.

Another recent Tech start-up formed at the beginning of the school year and already successful, Swarm Books is a student-run alternative to Barnes & Noble which uses Facebook to connect students interested in buying and selling textbooks.

Another business was founded to meet Tech students’ needs. Village Defense, a security company founded by Nathan Black, EE ‘09, and Sharath Mekala, a Georgia State graduate in Risk Management, utilizes phone calls and text messages to alert residents of crime. The service aims to bring about awareness and decrease crime.

Behind each start-up comSee Spirit, page 13

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Plans underway for future campus infrastructure projects

By Ben Goldberg Contributing Writer

Ever felt like a lab rat in the maze of seemingly endless maze of construction on Tech’s campus?

The past few years have brought all kinds of development projects focusing on key areas of campus that most need improvement, but the detours and inconveniences of the process have also frustrated students who endure the thorn in their sides also known as Tech construction.

The Clough Commons is a state of the art building constructed to help redefine the center of campus. It is aesthetically pleasing with cutting edge technologies in place and is surrounded with a new age feel.

The North Avenue Dining Hall and the Indoor Football training facility have been the other noticeable additions to campus. Various other small improve-

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ments like refurbishing Brittain dining hall and the reopening of the Burger Bowl are more subtle, but other changes are still underway.

Vice President of Development at Tech, Barrett Carson, unveiled upcoming projects which include a new Engineered Bio-systems building, an expanded home for Electrical and Computer Engineering, the extension of the Alumni Center, and the renovation of the Ferst Center for the Arts.

Carson explains that these projects are all possible by both philanthropy on the part of alumni and other donors, plus the income derived annually from the permanent endowment.

“Altogether here at Tech, philanthropic gifts and commitments average between two and three million dollars every week,” Car-

See Plans, page 14

Photo by John Nakano / Student Publications

Clough Commons is a state-of-the-art building that offers a much more modernized appearance than most buildings on campus. Construction is unavoidable as more such buildings are planned.

Ludacris

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pany whether at Tech or around the world, lies a motivating factor that drove the founders to create their company.

Most start-ups, including the three profiled above, are based on social entrepreneurship or are conceptualized as a result of existing problems in the surrounding community.

Others are motivated by personal desires to impact the world while turning a profit, or by the desire to gain experience and the skills and network of communications.

Regardless of the motivation behind them, Tech is experiencing a renewed growth in start-ups and entrepreneurship that is here to stay. However time will tell how successful these entrepreneurs are.

Photo by Sho Kitamura / Student Publications

There are many resources for budding entrepreneurs at Tech.

Enterprise to Empower, Flashpoint and VentureLab to name a few.

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Try me... chiiildish gambino lame people never heard of it Yes, I’m staring. And guess what?

You could probably kick my a**.

Let’s face it- most music is derivative. But at least pop/country doesn’t sound like a modem taking a dump in your ears.

Got freshmen asking me to help them.

How many non-stoners appreciate dubstep anyway?

Do I look like Mother goose to you?

Ahhh football season When all of campus smells like cheap beer Calling dubstep “music” is like calling a seisure a “dance.”

Reddit me this Reddit me that People who reddit are lazy and fat Y hispanic people and black people no get together?

Push it push it real good Not liking the food court anymroe IE’s WE DA BEST Bears are the most beautiful and the most lovely creature that walks the face of this planet.

Wishes that there were a way to have cheap food SHAKE THAT ASS drunk chick...

HvZ next week! I’m pumped! cute guy kicked out of TKE party for being gay... I am NOT OKAY with this!

Calc Afroman, I think something is growing in your hair. #HealthHazard Everyone in here is asleep.

I should be more excited about being with you.

TACO BELL TAKES FOREVER imma die Limit of x^sinx as x approaches infinity?

Beiber and Wayne wore girl pants lawlz gree crub Bears are docile and gentle animals feels like my eyes are going to melt out of their sockets

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“I came just to see Ludacris since I’m a huge fan, but I’m really glad I attended,” said Chad Hansen, a fourth-year BA major. “I don’t think I’ve really considered ways to take the ideas I have about music and make them a reality, and this panel and Ludacris’s backing inspired me to pursue goals I’d have ignored otherwise.”

In an interview before the discussion, Ludacris explained why he had decided that Tech would be the best venue for the panel.

“We have a Foundation and we’re constantly trying to find ways to give back to my hometown [of] Atlanta, Georgia. We’ve done things for so many local schools and local communities, and we want to make sure we give back to the local colleges also” Ludacris said. “We understand

that this is the next generation in terms of everything. We want to spark the brain of the individual who will become the next great inventor.”

The Ludacris Foundation intends to host more events discussing issues pertinent to the current generation’s success in the future.

The turnout at the event was impressive.

“This is the first of even bigger events – we’ll have to find an even bigger room to fit everybody,” Ludacris said.

Ludacris’s participation in this panel discussion kicked off his annual “Luda Day Weekend,” with events taking place throughout the Labor Day holiday, such as the Red Bull Soundclash event with Neon Trees at the Georgia World Congress Center on Sunday Sept. 4.

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9/11

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the second fell. An eerie silence spread over New York City and for the most part children around the country were shuttled home early to their families One anonymous Tech student, at the age of 14, was a Junior EMT at the time and drove headfirst into the debris cloud in an ambulance to assist in first response efforts.

“The city looked like a war zone,” he said. It was later discovered that the dust blanketing Manhattan caused breathing complications and lead to several deaths.

No one was left untouched by the events that occurred on that day. Tech students find their own ways to remember those who passed and those who bravely marched into the fires to help.

Plans

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son said.

Although the improvements are welcomed by students and staff alike, much of the student body gets frustrated by the obstacles associated with constant construction.

“Construction is a part of Tech life and all, but it can really be a pain,” said Ben Dupuy, a fourthyear EnvE major who has witnessed construction since 2008.

The closing of Skiles Walkway last year in preparation for the Clough Commons and the work on North Avenue’s sidewalks over the past couple months resulted in walking detours and subsequently

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“Turns out [my cousin] was late for work that day. When she got off the subway the police stopped her from leaving. I pray every year for those who lost [their loved ones] because we almost did,” Heffner said.

Years later, on the tenth anniversary, students look back on the date and reflect on what it meant to them and their nation.

“I think of it as a tragic event that opened Americans’ eyes to what was going on in the rest of the world. It allowed us to come together as a nation and move forward,” said John Kane, a fourthyear CMPE major.

There will be a candlelight memorial vigil held this Sunday at 8:00 p.m. by the Kessler Campanile.

Ten years later, the memory still remains branded in America’s mind.

The Office of Diversity Programs will hold a candlelight memorial vigil this Sunday, Sept. 11, at 8:00 p.m. by the Kessler Campanile.

over-crowded buses.

Despite all the work that has been put into Tech’s face-lift, students still have many suggestions as to what areas on campus need a makeover.

“Housing in general should be worked on because some [dorms] are better than others. They should take them one at a time and in the end it will attract more students,” said Anant Agarwal, a third-year CS major and a member of the Housing staff.

“It’s nice that they added the Clough Commons with all the new freshmen labs, but that really doesn’t help a fourth year like me,” said Biola Ogunfuyi, fourthyear BCHM major. “Tech is using

the new labs to impress and draw in new students while putting all the old people in crappy buildings like Boggs.”

Though a hassle, the work that goes on is necessary.

“Construction on this campus will continue forever. You need construction,” Carson said.

“Even though it can be frustrating getting to, and across campus, it comes with the territory for a leading university, bent on defining the technological research University of the [21st] Century.”

He said that students should voice their opinions to the development team by joining the Georgia Tech Student Foundation or the Georgia Tech Alumni

Photo by Jon Drews / Student Publications

Association (GTAA). “Students can literally vote the designation of a portion of the funds raised through the GTAA, while the Student Foundation has the added experience of actually managing permanent endowment funds for the benefit of student organizations -- not in theory, but in practice,” Carson said.

According to Carson, Tech students must serve their roles in the implementation of the Institute’s long term plan by getting involved and influencing the future of campus.

While construction on campus has for the moment subsided, plans are underway to continue to improve the infrastructure.

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fast, especially with added nuts and a banana. Dried or canned beans, peanut butter, and eggs are all great sources of protein and are budget-friendly.

Frozen fruits and vegetables are a good alternative to fresh produce and can be bought in bulk when on sale. Whole grains are also nutritious and filling and can be bought for cheap.

For those frequenting Tech’s dining halls, Sodexo, Tech’s food and dining service provider, has revamped its menus to include a greater variety of healthy options, including Mediterranean cuisine.

“For students who are interested in healthy options, we offer many items that are baked, steamed and grilled,” said Andrea Preininger, Marketing Manager of Georgia Tech Dining.

The dining halls also make healthy substitutions in their cooking just as many people do at home.

“We use low-fat items such as skim and 2 percent milk in recipes, olive oil instead of vegetable oil, and apple sauce instead of oil,” Preininger said.

Portion control is an issue for many people. Using smaller plates and glasses can help alleviate this issue, as can employing a Japanese strategy called ‘Hara Bachi Bu’, which means eating until eighty percent full.

Remember that health is as much practice as it is produce, the more conscious thinking and effort applied to dieting the better the results.

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Entertainment Editor: Zheng Zheng

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Assistant Entertainment Editor: Hank Whitson

CITY SCENE

Photo by Chris Gooley / Student Publications

Atari Teenage Riot play The Masquerade

“Digital hardcore” or “industrial metal” attempt to capture the indescribable Atari Teenage Riot. Try for yourself to describe the political group when they explode at The Masquerade Thursday, Sept. 15. The punkcum-techno group hails from Germany and makes a stop on their American tour for the fine citizens of Atlanta. Providing a more underground music scene for Atlanta, Atlantans flock down North Ave to go to The Masquerade. Unfortunately for Tech students, the Stinger does not go that far down North Ave., so prearranging a ride or grabbing a taxi would be a good idea.

Otto von Schirach will open the show, which starts at 7:00 p.m.

LUDACRIS, NEON TREES BATTLE IT OUT CONCERT

Red Bull SoundClash PERFORMER: Ludacris, Neon Trees LOCATION: Georgia World Congress Center DATE: Sept. 5

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By Avanti Joglekar Contributing Writer

Can an alternative rock band top an admired Atlanta rapper in his hometown?

That question was answered in concert form when Utahbased band Neon Trees engaged in a friendly “battle” with Ludacris as part of Red Bull’s 2011 Soundclash this past Labor Day. Ludacris and Neon Trees performed

on opposite stages to a single audience, facing each other for an unusual clash of styles, sounds and creativity that takes “concert” to a whole new level.

The event, which took place at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta, was a battle-of-the-bands style showdown with five rounds of criteria: Round 1 — The Warmup: Each band performed three of its own songs.

Round 2 — The Cover: Each group performed its cover version of “P.Y.T.” by Michael Jackson.

Round 3 — The Takeover: One band began one of its own songs and the other had to finish it in its own style. Each band had to finish two songs.

Round 4 — The Clash: The DJ picked three distinct musical styles, and each band had

to perform a song of theirs in each style. The genres chosen were reggae, acoustic and heavy metal.

Round 5 — The Wildcard: Each group brought a surprise guest on-stage.

Round 1 proved that Ludacris entered the challenge as the crowd favorite, receiving the exact enthusiastic “Southern Hospitality” that he performed.

Round 2, however, demonstrated that the Neon Trees had an abundance of charisma, with a lead singer able to mimic the cadence of MJ and notable guitar riffs that the band has greater experience in delivering energetic performances.

During Round 3, the Takeover round, Neon Trees See Clash, page 19

Martinis & IMAX

Who says museums are for field trips and your grandparents? Martinis & IMAX attracts a younger crowd with signature cocktails and tasty morsels before an IMAX show. Perfect for a date or just a small outing, the combination of live music and/or a DJ at the Fernbank with other Atlanta socialites is sure to be stimulating.

Starting Fridays at 6:30 p.m. and running until 11pm, the event is $11 for students (and only $7 for members), which includes the cover charge for the social half and the IMAX ticket, but does not include any drinks. Currently playing on the IMAX screen are Galapagos and Hubble.

Free Avett Brothers concert at The Tabernacle

Free to audiences, Avett Brothers will continue the Samsung AT&T Summer Krush Concert Series this weekend with a performance at the Tabernacle in downtown Atlanta. On Friday, Sept. 9 at 8:00 p.m. the doors of the Tabernacle on Luckie Street open with the duo taking the stage shortly after. Head over to http:// www.samsungsummerkrush2011.com/location. aspx?city=Atlanta (or just Google it) and use the promo code “1IOTA5” to request tickets for the free show.

The Brothers and their bassist play an home-grown mix of music from country to bluegrass to rock. With their major-label debut in 2009, the group has grown considerably and this will definitely be a show to witness.

Atlanta Ice Cream Festival

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We all scream for ice cream! The second Annual Atlanta Ice Cream Festival is this Saturday, Sept. 10, in Piedmont Park. With temperatures hovering around 80 degrees for the weekend, ice cream will be a welcome treat as summer takes its final bow. In addition to ice cream vendors, food, funnel cakes, cotton candy and merchandise, there will be competitions, fitness and health screenings and activities to get the entire family up and moving to burn off all the ice cream. While admission is free, vendors charge a variety of prices for their wares.

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Shark Night bites FILM

Shark Night 3D GENRE: Horror STARRING: Sara Paxton DIRECTOR: David R. Ellis RATING: R RELEASE DATE: Sept. 2

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By Lauren Payne Contributing Writer

In theory, director David R. Ellis’ Shark Night 3D should serve as an appropriately campy conclusion to this summer’s line of box-office hits—with the Discovery Channel’s annual Shark Week come and gone, this sharkinfused thriller makes promises of even grittier displays of violence, viscera and blood-red water in the spirit of Steven Spielberg’s Jaws.

We are instead provided with an unpleasantly tacky concoction of shock and awe that scrapes for the title of “B-movie.”

The film follows the escapades of a garden-variety pack of college students who encounter an unusually vicious population of sharks inhabiting a freshwater lake. When their primary means of transportation is destroyed in an explosion as unbelievable as the film’s premise, the audience becomes witness to a struggle for survival between buxom blondes and unconvincing CGI hammerheads against a Louisianan Bayou backdrop.

While screenwriters Will Hayes and Jesse Studenberg make half-hearted attempts at constructing meaningful back-stories to accompany the principal characters, there seems to be a “let’s just get this over with” mentality See Shark, page 20

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Legendary has strong chemistry CONCERT

Almost Legendary PERFORMER: Almost Legendary LOCATION: The Masquerade DATE: Sept. 3

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By Brian Edmonds Contributing Writer

Those present for the Almost Legendary show Friday, Sept. 3, at The Masquerade jumped, danced and sweated their way through roughly 35 minutes of energetic pop music. While the crowd would have fit twice over into a Howie physics lecture hall, they made up for their lack of numbers by matching the band’s enthusiasm for every note. Legendary was celebrating the release of its first EP, titled Bright Lights.

The band consists of four members: Bass and lead vocalist Mark Coryell, guitarist Chris

Nixon, drummer Ryan Fox and guitar and keyboard player Brian O’Connor, CS 2008.

Coryell, a burly fellow with a softer-than-expected voice, enjoyed the spotlight for the majority of the show. Smiling throughout, Coryell used fast-paced bass lines to transfer his abundant energy to the audience.

“We want the audience to have fun. We want them want to come back and see us and tell all their friends about us. Unsigned bands make it big by generating buzz through word of mouth,” Coryell said.

Legendary’s buzz generating efforts date back to Sept. 2009, when Coryell and Fox decided to get a band together.

“Ryan and I had been in bands before, but nothing really worked out,” Coryell said. “Two years ago we got together with Chris and found Brian through Craigslist.

Everything just fit perfectly.”

However, the show did not begin perfectly. Suffering through technical difficulties and perhaps

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one too many opening acts, with a total of three, Legendary did not play its first note till well after the 10:00 p.m. advertised start time.

That was quickly forgotten as soon as the band got into the meat of its set list, which had the crowd singing and dancing along.

“Just to see somebody in the crowd singing the words to one of our songs is awesome,” Fox said.

Fox’s goals are grand for Legendary. He hopes to be able to “quit his day job and have a full time night job [the band].” In order to do so, Legendary will have to have greater turnout during its live shows, as one could not help but notice that the crowd stretched only a few rows deep.

The majority of the music played Friday night stayed within the pop and dance punk range.

Nixon described the exception to this as a “screamo” song, meaning a mix of scream metal and emo.

Legendary worked well off the crowd’s energy, amping their own enthusiasm up for a much-appreciated encore.

Above all else, the band shared a camaraderie that made for a special chemistry on stage. Fox cherishes this relationship, especially during time away from the stage.

If all goes well, Legendary will return to touring in the future.

“We really just want to play music,” Coryell said. “We’re looking to get on the road for three months next year. We want to get our name out there.”

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Jonathan Coulton delivers rousing performance CONCERT

Jonathan Coulton PERFORMER: Jonathan Coulton LOCATION: Variety Playhouse DATE: Sept. 2

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By Andrew Ho Contributing Writer

Internet fame can often carry a sense of infamy or disbelief, but Jonathan Coulton is a musician who has built his career through the digital realm and translated that talent into the real world in so many ways.

Jonathan Coulton showcased his new album and show last Friday at the Variety Playhouse during his first trip to the Dragon*Con, drawing a full house of new and old fans alike to the old but intimate venue in Little Five Points.

Coulton’s familiar routine has had some welcome new changes that were as much a treat for older fans as they were for newcomers.

Paul and Storm, the comical music duo who have become an integral part of Coulton’s show, opened for the main act as usual.

There were far fewer people this time who hadn’t heard of them, and their peculiar brand of humor

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kicked things off with the aptly-titled “We Are the Opening Band,” which had several panties and an odd item or two flung on stage.

Between their quirky banter and the folksy feel that came with the acoustic guitar, they kept the crowd in constant peals of laughter with songs like “Frogger!: The Frogger Musical,” “Mr. Safety’s Bowling Alley” and the ever-familiar “The Captain’s Wife’s Lament,” which seemed to bring out everyone’s inner pirate with the fairly bawdy lyrics and need for crowd participation.

Coulton’s performance was decidedly more direct in the sense

that there was far less banter, which also meant he managed to play 24 songs through the evening without the act becoming any less engrossing.

In the past he has played shows either solo with an acoustic guitar, or with Paul and Storm backing him up, but a notable addition to the show is that he has an bonafide band setup. Drummer Marty Beller of They Might Be Giants and bassist/back-up vocalist Adam Bernstein joined Coulton on stage to add a great deal more energy to the songs and act as a whole.

The current style is simply very

different and just as good as when Coulton was playing his songs with a charming sense of simplicity that relied on his vocals and the surprisingly-profound lyrics instead of energy or flair.

The addition of these veteran musicians didn’t disappoint when classic songs from Coulton’s “Thing a Week” project were played, such as “The Future Soon,” “Code Monkey” and “Shop Vac,” covering a variety of topics both geeky and everyday in a matter that ranged from silly to darkly amusing.

Another greatly-improved part of the show was the addition of new material, as Coulton has written very few songs since his debut in 2006. The album Artificial Heart deserves a review on its own, but for the most part displays a more focused musical style than Coulton is known for and is on the whole less outlandish and more centered on real world experiences, however unusual they may be.

Notable songs from his new album included “Good Morning Tucson,” a cheerful tune that reflects a morning news anchor’s descent into madness, “Glasses” which is a slower, melodic love song that feels like it was written from a stream of consciousness and the titular “Artificial Heart,” covering a somewhat familiar topic of how people try to improve themselves, for better or worse.

Some interesting performances

that were thrown into the mix arrived in the form of Coulton picking up a ukulele while Paul took over keyboard duties for the mellow, relaxed tune “Down Today.”

Coulton amused and entertained the crowd in equal parts with his performance of “Mr. Fancy Pants” using a Zendrum MIDI controller, which is basically a keyboardsized digital percussion platform.

Things got more interesting when he seamlessly segued into one of his more popular songs from video games, “Want You Gone,” the ending song for the recent bestseller Portal 2.

By the time he’d reached the end of his set list, Coulton was hardly finished and didn’t make it a great surprise to the audience. The last two songs ended the night on a particularly upbeat note, with the first song of the ‘encore’ being just a little late in the season, but “First of May” was still a not-safe-for-work tune that was both hilarious and catchy. “I Feel Fantastic,” a song that lampoons the amount of medication that is taken in modern life, left the audience bouncing and cheering well after the frantic tune was over.

Jonathan Coulton and company also performed at Dragon*Con over the weekend and chances are good that they will be back in Atlanta next year. The experience was incredibly enjoyable and is recommended for anyone who is looking for a fun night out on the weekend.

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Dragon*Con delights escapists of every stripe EVENTS

Dragon*Con PERFORMER: Various LOCATION: Hyatt Regency DATE: Sept. 2 - 5

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By Hank Whitson Assistant Entertainment Editor

For the past 25 years, fans of fantasy and science fiction have gathered in Atlanta in the fall to attend Dragon*Con, the biggest fantasy convention in the world.

This year the Con ran from Friday Sept. 2 to Labor Day, and was spread across five hotels. The Con’s events were divided into forty different “Fan Tracks,” or programming groups focused on diverse interests like alternate history, British sci-fi media, young adult literature, Star Wars and writing workshops. Each of these tracks averaged ten to 12 events each day including readings, fan discussions, panels and screenings. In addition to all these events, there were also ongoing art shows and exhibits, a huge gaming hall, tons of vendors and celebrities available for autograph. Finally, the Con-goers themselves put on an amazing show, dressed up as characters from fiction, video games and popular culture.

Given this wealth of options, the most important part about attending a Con is planning a schedule to see the events you want. A huge number of events occur concurrently which can lead to some difficult choices, and many of the more popular panels require people to wait in line to reserve a seat a long time in advance.

On the bright side, even if you

can’t sit in on a panel you wanted to see, there will still be plenty to do at all the hotels. The Hyatt boasted art shows for fine and popular fantasy art and an exhibit on weaponry. The Marriot hosted a phenomenally successful blood drive and The Hilton’s Walk of Fame allowed fans to meet some sci-fi and fantasy stars like Carrie Fisher, Felicia Day and James Marsters.

The Hilton also hosted plenty of opportunities for con-goers to get their game on. The galleria hosted trading card tournaments, table top role-playing games and miniatures games. There were stalwarts like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons and Dragons, though there were also many titles I had never heard of. In addition to paper, plastic and cardboard options, there were also several digital offerings, including a hall of consoles with gaming tournaments and a group of MechCorps pods where players could go at each other head-to-head.

A person could also easily spend an entire afternoon shopping at Dragon*Con. Navigating the vendors at the Marriot was like stumbling into a role-playing game, thanks largely to what was on sale. In addition to a huge selection of comic books, fiction and nerdy tee-shirts, you could find a host of handcrafted items that feel like they belong to another world. There were fantasy weapons wrought from foam and steel, movie props, potion bottles, ocarinas, and a wealth of medieval and steampunk attire. Buying a fake broadsword may not make you stronger or give you magic powers like it would in video game, and barring a zombie apocalypse, it is a purchase that will probably see zero practical use. But while you are at the con, wearing a costume

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or simply carrying around a small prop does make a difference in your experience. If I had to single out a favorite moment at the con, it was when my black canvas duster and borrowed foam skull allowed a complete stranger to recognize me as Harry Dresden.

For a moment I got to be a wizard.

Another definitive con experience was the fan-discussion panel on A Song of Ice and Fire, discussing the television adaptation and the recently released fifth book.

Sci-fi and fantasy fans are often portrayed as fanatic devotees, or hypercritical basement dwellers, but the discussion played out as a lively, intelligent conversation with reasonable criticism and ea-

ger speculation. While you don’t need to go to a con to talk about a book series, analyzing the subtle intricacies of a fantasy epic with an entire room full of fellow fans is far from an everyday opportunity.

The Con did have a few hangups, however. Trying to navigate the various vendor and exhibition halls on Saturday afternoon was an arduous sweaty slog. Being a Con-newcomer I was also unable to attend William Shatner’s panel due to a combination of poor time-management and a monstrous line. I would also advise Con-goers to pack their own food and drink as on-site dining options were limited, expensive Want to reach

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Even if you have little interest in fantasy, sci-fi, anime or video games you should try to see the Dragon*Con parade, or at least drive through downtown while the con is going on. It is a one of a kind anthropological experience and a good opportunity to appreciate the artistry and dedication that goes into costuming. I would strongly encourage casual fans of escapist fiction who have always wondered what a convention would be like to take the plunge and purchase a pass next year, if only for a day. It is the proud nerds who don costumes and plan out their weekends, though, who will get the most out of Dragon*Con.

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Clash

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really dazzled the crowd by transforming Ludacris’s “What’s Your Fantasy” into something closer to a crooning love jam than the original lyrics of the raunchy song intended. The drummer, Elaine Bradley, took it to the next level by covering Nicki Minaj’s verse on “My Chick Bad” while maintaining her drum arrangements.

Although Ludacris opted to create his own rhymes to go with his band’s performance of the original Neon Trees songs, his lyrical talent and clever phrasing captivated the enthralled audience.

Round 4 was the actual Clash, which left the crowd both excited and mystified.

“I never thought I would hear ‘Area Codes’ acoustically,” said Georgia State student Ansley Barfield. “And hearing the Neon Trees perform reggae music was truly bizarre.”

The final Wildcard round found the crowd’s excitement to be palpable, with a giant inflatable zebra somehow finding its way at the fingertips of the packed crowd in front of Ludacris’s stage. Antici-

pation and speculation regarding the identity of the surprise guests abounded.

The Neon Trees opted for classic audience involvement, giving out dozens of animal masks to their passionate fans to wear as they joined the band on stage for the performance of “Animal.” The light-hearted song found an edgier vibe via Atlanta rap dup Big HEED and ALIen, who joined in with a call-and-response verse.

Ludacris opted for what he indicated was a “classic Atlanta staple” —strippers. They performed acrobatic acts on poles and the stage as Ludacris asked “How Low” could they go, and the flexible and astonishingly athletic females answered with a demonstration.

“I hope the crowd leaves here tonight feeling like this is the best concert they’ve ever been to,” Ludacris said. “You’re getting both artists at the same time and it shows how many fans just appreciate music, period.”

Ludacris is at work on his eighth studio album Ludaversal.

Neon Trees are currently on tour through Oct. 28.

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Child delivers angelic vibes CONCERT

Active Child PERFORMER: Active Child LOCATION: The Earl DATE: Sept. 5

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By Matt Cohen Contributing Writer

On Labor Day, while storms escalated in the Atlanta area and brought a dismal, overcast gloom to the city, Active Child lifted the mood of the fans at Atlanta’s music venue The Earl by masterfully presenting their angelic, orchestral music.

It is often hard to accurately categorize a musical group according to standard genres or other adjective-based classifications, so a concise approximation of a band’s sound is typically the best approach. Active Child’s sound is musically analogous to gracefully ascending to heaven, and then taking part in one last dance party prior to passing through the pearly gates. It is music that is seemingly from another time and era, an intermingling of classical choral chants with New Wave instrumentation.

Active Child’s front man Pat Grossi incorporates his harpplaying abilities with layers of synthesizers, drum machines and ethereal falsetto vocal harmonies to produce gorgeous, rhythmic music.

The opening act of the concert was Com Truise, an electronic group created by producer and designer Seth Haley. Haley describes his music as “mid-fi synthwave, slow-motion funk.” Truise’s set consisted of up-tempo, bouncy instrumental tracks that filled the

venue a little too well. Truise’s songs contain excellent complex beat structures and intricately interwoven synth lines, but it can become slightly repetitive after a full set. However, Truise did a solid job of fulfilling an opening act’s purpose: to begin to energize the crowd while ultimately preparing them for the main act.

Active Child’s set focused on material from their newest album, You Are All I See, including the hip-hop infused “Playing House” and the gorgeously layered and driving “Hanging On.” Two of the stronger songs of the set were “See Thru Eyes” and “Take Shelter.” The two tracks are fairly different stylistically, with the former more of an homage to 80s new wave ballads while the latter veers towards a dance number.

However, both tracks displayed similarities in the band’s strong live qualities. The drum machine’s crisp responses and expansive reverberations evenly filled the

room and boosted the sound extensively, providing one of the most important aspects to the live performance. Along with that, the towering vocals and harmonious synth lines functioned precisely with the other key ingredient: the brisk, colorful harp. The use of this instrument added a necessary dimension to the band’s composition.

In a time in music when musical acts like Bon Iver and James Blake strive towards perfecting the art of the soulful falsetto vocals and electronic fusion, it’s nice to witness another musical group attempting a similar worthwhile task with a whole new view of the process.

Active Child produces powerful, enticing and uncommon musical compositions and melodies, ones that were reproducible in a live setting with ease and confidence. It was heavenly music capable of overshadowing a bleak, stormy day.

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The Debt shows strong performances FILM

The Debt GENRE: Drama, Thriller STARRING: Helen Mirren, Sam Worthington DIRECTOR: John Madden RATING: R RELEASE DATE: Aug. 31

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By Joe Murphy Contributing Writer

The years of the Jewish Holocaust are known all around the world as a time of horror and supreme inhumanity. There is no denying this. The amount of lives brutally ripped apart by the Nazi cult numbered in the millions. The entire world witnessed the suffering of a nation, and John Madden’s new espionage film The Debt, which opened last Wednesday, reveals that in no way did the pain end with the winning of the war.

This film is played out in two parts, the first being in 1960s Germany. Jesper Christensen (Mr. White from the most recent Jame’s Bond) plays the elderly Dieter Vogel, an ex-Nazi doctor whose inhumane experiments took the lives of thousands during the war. Through the use of a pseudonym, Vogel has eluded imprisonment and is now living within the walls of Berlin. Sam Worthington of Avatar fame, newcomer Jessica Chastain and Marton Csokas

play a group of Holocaust survivors bent on revenge and with the intent of kidnapping Vogel, smuggling him out of Germany, and putting him on trial for past crimes. Relationships form and bonds are tested as they put into action their plan to capture the maniacal doctor.

The second part of The Debt, which takes place in the late 1990’s, finds the three now elderly protagonists dealing with the consequences of past actions.

The cast of this movie leaves little to be desired; though not necessarily made up of A-list stars, the actors’ work is most definitely worthy of commemoration. Worthington’s portrayal of the passive-aggressive David is an exceptional one, sharply defining the definition of repressed pain

and loss. Csokas (Aeon Flux) adds a taste of danger to the film with his character of Stefan, the professional yet slightly unstable leader of the operation. Chastain, who plays the tough yet fragile Rachel, is relatively new to the spotlight; nevertheless, she gives a dramatic performance worthy of her older counterpart, the Oscar-winning Helen Mirren. With the role of the older Rachel, Mirren once again displays a natural talent for creating truly memorable characters. Mirren’s years of experience clearly show through her portrayal, providing The Debt with a certain credibility rarely found in today’s cinema.

As for the bad guy, Christensen portrays his character, the dreaded “Surgeon of Birkenau,” with an almost Hannibal-esque

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style of menace. Practically stealing the show with nothing but the insane look in his eyes, the character of Vogel is not to be trifled with. Not many old men laugh as they recall the horrors of their past crimes.

The Debt is not a summer blockbuster, nor is it the most frantically hyped movie of the year. It is, however, worthy of praise for being an action film in the footsteps of the Bourne trilogy with an emotional level on par with Schindler’s List.

Rarely does a movie provide such a feast for thought, while completely harnessing the viewer’s attention throughout. Well acted and ominously presented, The Debt illustrates a story of loss, revenge and the haunting consequences that follow.

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Shark

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that pervades the whole production: As soon as the filmmakers are finished rushing the characters out of Tulane University and into a high-end lake house, they immediately delve into the diluted, PG-13 shark attacks and almost humorous inter-character drama that consume what remains of the plot. Even the clownish architects of the attacks, who appear to have been plucked off the set of Deliverance, seem to lack passion in their work.

It is fairly evident that the cast and crew recognize the absurdity of the film; however, they fail to enjoy themselves in the process of making it. After an approximate hour of half-baked CGI and tasteless schadenfreude, the film takes on the tone of a joyless car trip to Sea World. Mechanical sharks are flung across the screen, halfwitted villains are apathetically set aflame and the meaning of the film—if there was ever one to begin with—is lost in the murk of the lake. The 3-D effects breathe a bit of life into the underwater environment and otherwise lifeless sharks, but they contribute precious little to the above-water action and weak dialogue that comprise most of the film.

Ellis’ Shark Night ultimately comes off as an excuse to combine 3-D effects with attractive college students and bloodthirsty sharks, culminating in anticlimax and banal romance. The most it could amount to is a vessel for box-office dollars fueled by flocks of teens in search of something—anything—to do on a Friday night: offhandedly decide, “Okay, I guess. Shark Night it is.”

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Theme Crossword: Making Do

By James Barrick United Features Syndicate ACROSS

1. Recipe direction 5. Novus -- seclorum 9. Pan’s instruments 14. Ideal 19. Bugs Bunny’s girl 20. Midday 21. Unskilled 22. Endure 23. Start of a quip by Mitch Hedberg: 3 wds.

25. Senator Kefauver 26. Little bit 27. Larders 28. Humble 29. Sailing vessel 30. Half diam.

31. -- Bator 32. Guardianship 33. Part 2 of quip: 5 wds.

41. He was Agent 86 43. Like some robbers 44. Some Amerindians 45. Greek letter DOWN

1. Error 2. Hawkeye’s home 3. Custard dessert 4. Outbursts 5. New York Indian Nation 6. Went on 7. Sprinkles 8. Lennon’s wife 9. Like a pinto 10. Extremely foolish 11. Kennel denizens 12. Sword 13. Paved ways: abbr.

14. Ripens

46. A bryophyte 47. Campaign strategy 48. Factory 49. Comet feature 50. Leftover morsel 51. Place 52. Ridge of rock 53. Thomas or Stanfield 54. Furnace of a kind 56. Jewish mystic 58. Burner name 59. Songs 61. Part 3 of quip 62. Waste time 64. Robin Hood’s Maid -67. Empty nester 70. Nearby 74. Material sometimes carved 75. Loaded 76. Mountain dew 78. Mauna -79. Lookout’s discovery 80. Goat-antelope

81. Portents 82. Earliest time 83. Objective 84. Rabbit of the movies 85. Kitchen refuse 86. City in Belarus 87. Part 4 of quip: 5 wds.

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15. -- dictum 16. Force 17. Advantage 18. Snidely Whiplash look 24. Cafeteria items 28. Plant with catkins 29. Midshipman 31. Like some beds 32. Country star Patsy -33. Tack 34. CCTV component 35. Space 36. Daughter of Zeus and Leda 37. Spoke

38. Ursine animals 39. Serviceable 40. Nail 41. Name in an early sitcom 42. Campus building 47. Inset anagram 48. Spruce up 49. Country star -- Tucker 51. Ownerless animal 52. Pallid 53. Something for a gardener 55. Scottish landowner 57. Spread

58. Coalitions 60. Refrained from harming 63. King in “The Tempest” 64. Distances 65. -- -garde 66. Sonata part 68. Deck out 69. Take illegally 71. Treeless plain 72. Chilly temperatures 73. Pluck

75. Bona fide 77. Give the eye 80. Bubbly drinks 81. Defunct acronym 82. Takes apart 84. Concern of investors 85. Speech sound 86. Jason’s wife 88. Echo 89. Engaged in commerce 90. Chitchat 94. Speaks softly

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Piled Higher & Deeper by Jorge Cham

Crossword Solution from page 21

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SPORTS

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fumbled the ball again, but were able to recover it for a loss of 14 yards. The drive resulted in a punt return for the Catamounts to their own 26-yard line, but the drive by the Catamounts ended when the Jackets forced a fumble and were able to complete a series of rushing plays for a touchdown.

The Catamounts answered with a long chain of successful passing plays, ending with a four yard rushing touchdown. On the next Tech drive, Washington completed three passes for a total gain of 60 yards and a touchdown.

A five yard delay of game penaly on Western Carolina brought the Catamounts to a halt at the WCU 35-yard line.

With only 35 seconds remaining on the clock, the Jackets were able to bring the ball 42 yards to the WCU 29-yard line. One second remained in the half, and the Jackets lined up for the field

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Roddy Jones runs past defenders on his was to the endzone.

Jones is a four-year starter who made his 40th start against WCU. goal attempt. After two consecutive time-outs by the Catamounts, Moore’s kick was blocked and returned 69 yards by Western Carolina for a touchdown. The score heading into halftime was 42-21, with the Catamounts outscoring the Jackets in the second quarter

21-14.

During the second half, the Jackets were able to shut down the Catamount’s offense while still successfully making scoring plays.

On the first drive after kickoff, the Jackets completed a series of rushing plays, ending with senior

B-back Preston Lyons breaking several tackles and carrying the ball 20 yards for a touchdown.

Tech was able to force a turnover on downs on the next drive, but failed to bring the ball all the way to the endzone. The Jackets’ defense forced a punt by the Catamounts, and Tech called for a fair catch at the Tech 19-yard line.

After a rush for four yards by freshman B-back Charles Perkins, Washington completed a pass to Hill for 77 yards and a touchdown to bring the score to 56-21.

On WCU’s next drive, redshirt senior corner back Michael Peterson made a tackle for a loss of nine yards on the play. After one incomplete pass and one pass for seven yards, the Catamounts punted the ball. Freshman punt returner Zach Laskey caught the ball on the Tech eight yard line and returned it 28 yards. An illegal block in the back penalty was enforced, so the Jackets started on the 26-yard line, and ended the

third quarter with a rush of four yards.

To end a 15-play, 77-yard drive that lasted 7:35, redshirt freshman running back Deon Hill carried the ball five yards to score the final touchdown of the game and cap the score at 63-21.

The last drive by Tech ended with a turnover on downs when the Jackets failed to convert on a fourth and one rush. Tech turned the ball over with 53 seconds remaining on the clock. The Catamounts completed one rushing play for 33 yards to bring the ball to the Tech 34-yard line, but were unable to bring the ball all the way to the endzone before time ran out.

The Jackets will head to Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Sept. 10 to face off against the Blue Raiders of Middle Tennessee State in their first road contest of the season.

The Jackets beat the Blue Raiders in 2010 at Bobby Dodd Stadium, 42-14.

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TIME-OUT with Alex Mitchell

Alex Mitchell is a MGT major in his fourth year at Tech. He has watched sports his entire life, and takes a critical view towards many of the trending topics in the sporting world. Alex enters his third year writing at the Technique as a senior staff writer.

Hello sports fans, and welcome to the second installment of Time Out. I hope you enjoyed my first column about my thoughts on Tech’s football team, and some of you will be happy to know that this column has to do with college football as well.

With the football season just under way, it is only fitting that this column tries to tackle the question: Who will win the Heisman Trophy? If you have never heard of the Heisman Trophy then I suggest that you turn back a few pages because Entertainment has a thrilling article on Ludacris.

Now that the readers are exclusively sports fans, I can continue.

I am sure a lot of you are like me and have lost sleep at night wondering what player will win the Heisman this year. Well there is good news: I have figured out the answer and it is not what many analysts think.

It seems like every analyst these days is crushing over Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck.

What is not to like? He is smart, handsome and has great size. I, on the other hand, actually like

what he does on the field including passing for 6804 yards in his career. I will admit that his 3.75 touchdown to interception ratio is impressive, but he will be lucky to win the Heisman (pun intended).

Luck passed on millions of dollars when he decided to return to Stanford for his junior season and based off recent history, that was not the wisest move. Sam Bradford and Matt Leinart thought it was a good idea to return to school in hopes of winning a National Championship. Well, neither one worked out. Bradford got injured, and you might remember Leinart’s last game in college as the last time Leinart actually looked like a serviceable quarterback.

To put in bluntly, Luck must have a few screws loose if he thinks that he can avoid the fate of so many others before him.

Another player on the top of almost everyone’s list is running back LaMichael James. It shocks me that James is still a Duck, and only a junior. I still remember his freshman season as the main running back next to Akili Smith.

Maybe my faulty memory has

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Marcus Lattimore came into his sophomore season with 1200 yards and 19 touchdowns as a true freshman in 2010. In his 2011 season opener against ECU, he rushed for 112 yards and three TDs. something to do with how successful James has been in college.

James has rushed for 3331 yards as a Duck and amassed 39 total touchdowns. His numbers are impressive, and he has only been starting for two seasons. The problem with James is his size, as he is generously listed as five-footnine and 185 pounds. Although James has been able to avoid the injury bug so far in his career, it is hard for anyone to avoid it for long, especially someone so small.

There is also an issue of James’s workload. James has carried the ball 542 times in just over two seasons, so one would think that he might lose some quickness with the more miles he gets. By comparison, Alabama’s Trent Richardson only has 270 carries, and is also a favorite by many people to win the Heisman.

That brings me to Mr. Richardson. Richardson will be the focal point of No. 2 Alabama’s offense this season after spending two years behind former Heisman winner Mark Ingram.

Richardson was the “explosive” back for Alabama the past two seasons and for good reason.

He averaged 6.3 yards per carry as a sophomore and many people thought he was actually better than Ingram. Nick Saban may be smug and a weasel, but he is not stupid. If Richardson were better than Ingram, Richardson would have started.

Richardson will have a big year for the Tide this season, but it will pale in comparison to the 2011 Heisman Winner’s numbers — the numbers of Marcus Lattimore.

Lattimore rushed for 1200

yards and 19 touchdowns last year as a true freshman in the SEC. He single handedly led the Gamecocks to the SEC title game last season, and the Roosters are poised to return to the Dome this year with an easier schedule than the previous year.

Steve Spurrier knows that his team should win the SEC East this year, so I will bet you a visor that he will not let quarterback Stephen Garcia mess it up. Spurrier is going to call Lattimore’s number early and often this season and expect more games like last week where Lattimore scored three times.

When it is all said and done, Lattimore will join Tim Tebow as the only sophomores to win the Heisman and you just heard the announcement three months early.

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TECH AT MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE - SEPT. 10 (7:00 p.m.)

RAIDERS

By Danielle Sharpe, Contributing Writer

Photo by Austin Foote / Student Publications

The Jackets are headed to their first road game of the season against Middle Tennessee State. Last year when the two teams met, Tech dominated in the third quarter to achieve a 42-14 win. The Jackets are 1-0 in the all-time series versus the Blue Raiders. But with an electric energy rolling over from the 63-21 victory over Western Carolina, the Jackets are favored over the Blue Raiders. In order to secure a win, Tech will have to achieve three things: maintaining and building upon the defense, opening up the passing game, and controlling the clock with the running game.

The Tech defense will have to show up against Kilgore and the pass-heavy Blue Raiders. The Jackets will have to put pressure on the sophomore and cause more mistakes, like the lone interception Kilgore had against Purdue. The Jackets’ secondary needs to cover MTSU’s receivers carefully in order to prevent another 300+ yards passing day by Kilgore. In the Purdue game, the Blue Raiders had nine players with receptions, with seven gaining over 15 yards.

Second, Tech will have to maintain high production in the pocket. In last week’s win over the Catamounts, junior quarterback Tevin Washington completed eight of 13 passes for 271 yards and three TDs. Sophomore quarterback Synjyn Days was three of three passes for 94 yards as well. Helping to rack up strong offensive numbers, both Washington and Days will have to bring the same intensity they brought against WCU to conduct Tech’s offense. The offensive line will also have to protect well in order to avoid any sacks or tackles for loss.

Ultimately, Jacket receivers and backs will need to continue to be dynamic, as seven different Jackets scored last week. The Jackets will have to continue to open up big plays against a persistent Blue Raider defense that held Purdue to 27 points. Junior wide receiver Stephen Hill and senior wide receiver Tyler Melton will have to continue to be deep threats in the passing game. Tech’s rushing offense, ranked eighth in the country, will have to get by MTSU’s young and strong defensive line, who accounted for three sacks and eight tackles for loss against Purdue. Junior A-back Orwin Smith and the other A-backs will need to use their speed to get into the secondary and create long yardage opportunities.

PREDICTION: Tech 56, MTSU 28

JACKETS

VS.

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Middle Tennessee State kicked off their season on the road with a loss against Purdue on the road despite leading the majority of the game. MTSU took a lead into the fourth quarter and outgained the Purdue Boilermakers with 111 more passing yards and 40 more total yards. Middle Tennessee State missed two field goal attempts during the game and the mistakes added up to a loss. If the Blue Raiders want to see their first win of the season, they will have to accomplish three things along with limiting their mistakes.

First, the Blue Raiders will have to have a productive and accurate passing game if they want the game in their favor. Sophomore quarterback Logan Kilgore played well in the Purdue game, completing 27 passes of 45 attempts for 330 yards and two TDs. But Kilgore will have to be aware of the Jacket defense to prevent any interceptions which Tech can and will take advantage of. Also, Kilgore will have to be vigilant in the pocket unless he wants to see the same results as Western Carolina’s Brandon Pechloff — multiple sacks and low pass production. Kilgore will need to continue to find multiple receivers if the Blue Raiders want to see the endzone.

The second task lies within the Blue Raiders’ defense. MTSU will have to be able to cover the various weapons of the Jackets’ potent offense. They will have to hold off Tech’s option offense, which can grind the clock down and win the time of possession battle or open a big play and score quickly. The Blue Raiders have one of the youngest secondaries in the nation, and will have to play one-on-one coverage against a Tech receiving corps that had 365 total yards against Western Carolina in week one. If MTSU can limit the running game, they can force the Jackets into long third down passing situations.

Finally, the Blue Raiders will have to generate a more efficient running game. Against Purdue, MTSU rushed for 130 yards, half the amount Tech rushed for against Western Carolina. The Raiders had 1 rushing TD versus the Jackets’ 6 TDs. If Tech is able to contain Kilgore, and if MTSU’s rushing game does not have a great performance, then it could be a bad night for the Blue Raiders at their own stadium.

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2011 KICKOFF | TECH ROLLS IN OPENER, 63-21

Photo by John Nakano / Student Publications

Tevin Washington calls the play as Tech lines up on offense against the Catamounts. Washington completed eight of his 13 pass attempts for 271 yards and averaged 20.8 yards per pass attempt. The Jackets racked up 662 yards with 365 passing yards and 297 rushing yards. That was their highest yardage total since 2000 against UVA.

By Adam West Contributing Writer

Looking to bounce back from a 6-7 season in 2010, the Tech football team faced off against the Western Carolina Catamounts on Sept. 1 to kick off the 2011 season. On the Thursday night home game, the Jackets defeated the Western Carolina Catamounts in their first game of the season, 63-21.

The Jackets accumulated 662 total yards of offense — the first time Tech has gained more than 600 yards since 2000. Of those yards, 365 yards were due to pass-

ing, with 11 of 16 pass attempts completed. The defense was able to limit the Catamounts to 301 yards and forced three turnovers, two fumbles and one interception.

While Tech was able to rack up yardage on offense, the team fumbled the ball six times over the course of the game, losing possession twice.

“We made balls on the ground too many times, […] but there were some positives, especially [junior receiver] Stephen Hill,” said Head Coach Paul Johnson.

To kick off the game, Tech won the toss, but deferred and WCU elected to receive the ball. Sopho-

more kicker Justin Moore kicked the ball to the Western Carolina nine yard line, where it was caught by wide receiver George Richardson, with his knee down. The Catamounts made two rushing plays for a total gain of one yard before redshirt sophomore linebacker Brandon Watts forced a fumble on the third down, which was recovered by redshirt freshman linebacker Quayshawn Nealy at the WCU five yard line.

Tech’s first drive needed only one play, with junior A-back Orwin Smith carrying the ball into the end zone with 13:42 remaining in the first quarter.

The Jackets remained dominant through the rest of the first quarter. After a punt to the Tech five yard line by WCU, redshirt junior quarterback Tevin Washington completed a pass to Hill for an 82-yard touchdown, the sixth longest in Tech history.

The Jackets forced two more punts, and were able to score two more touchdowns before the end of the quarter to bring the score to 28-0. The first of the two was on a 77-yard rush by Smith and the second on a seven yard rush by redshirt freshman quarterback Synjyn Days.

The Catamounts were able to

put a dent in the Jacket’s lead during the second quarter. It began on a fourth and 13 punt by WCU to the Tech 6-yard line, where sophomore defensive end Euclid Cummings tried to recover the ball but fumbled it. The fumble was recovered by Western Carolina at the Tech four yard line. On the next play, Tech was penalized for an illegal substitution bringing WCU to first and goal on the Tech two yard line, which resulted in the Catamounts scoring on a two yard rushing play.

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Tech demonstrates big-play ability for 2011 season

By Alex Sohani Sports Editor

Photo by Austin Foote / Student Publications

Tyler Melton stiff arms a defender during his 66-yard reception. Melton has 264 career yards as a four year starter.

The Jackets are typically known for their ability to control the clock and consistently convert third downs on their way to the endzone. However, to kick off the 2011 season the Jackets came out firing on all cylinders, scoring quickly and leaving the defense out on the field. The Jackets used the huge offensive gains on the way to a 662-yard performance and a 63-21 win over Western Carolina.

It began when redshirt junior quarterback Tevin Washington noticed that the Catamounts had stacked their defenders to stop the run. He also noticed the mismatch in size and speed between the defenders and his receivers. Washington threw a screen out to his favorite target junior wide receiver Stephen Hill, and after a stiff arm by Hill, he remained untouched all the way to the endzone for his 82-yard reception.

“We had a lot of yardage after the

catch. They were really committed to stopping the run inside. Those guys out there were on the corners one on one and Western Carolina was overmatched,” said Head Coach Paul Johnson.

Opening up the passing game so early in the game allowed Tech’s offense to break out for more big plays and forced the defense to be more cautious about defending the pass.

This was evidenced by a 77-yard touchdown on a pitch play out to junior A-back Orwin Smith on the drive after the touchdown by Hill.

For the entire game, the Jackets had six scoring drives that were less than two minutes long, with three of those being under one minute.

The Jackets’ longest drive in the first half was 2:55.

The quick scoring offense was only on the field for 10:29, not a common stat line for Tech. The short drives resulted in the defense being on the field for almost two-thirds of the half, causing the defense to be worn out going into the half.

After gaining a huge lead, the offense slowed down in the second half and gave the defense a breather, showing the clock control offense that is typical of Johnson’s option attack.

The Tech offense emphasized working on the passing game throughout the offseason, and it showed against the Catamounts.

The most impressive big play may have come at the end of the third quarter, when Washington threw a deep ball to Hill and hit him in stride for another untouched 77yard touchdown. It was the Jackets’ fourth play longer than 50 yards for the game, and their third that was over 70 yards. The Jackets ended the game with ten total plays that went over 20 yards with the majority coming through the air.

The Jackets proved they were able to move the ball quickly against an FCS opponent, but the real test will come through the rest of the season when the Jackets face more talented defenses in their conference slate.