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Committee approves tuition increase, fee package

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:59:41 -0800

Initiatives await full board approval at BOT meeting today

The Student and Campus Affairs Committee Thursday approved both the campus-initiated tuition increase proposal and Chancellor Jim Woodward's fee package recommendation....

Dorms close for Thanksgiving break, residents must vacate rooms

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:57:24 -0800

Policy considers students 'trespassing' if found in dorms during break

When Thanksgiving break begins Nov. 25, residents living on campus will have have until 10 a.m. to vacate their residence halls and will not be allowed to return until 7 p.m. Nov. 27. This policy has some students upset about being kicked out of their dor...

Equivalency rate attempts to match value of meal in meal plan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:56:08 -0800

High walk-in rate not an appropriate comparison

By using meal equivalency rates, students can use a meal designated in their meal plan to purchase food at places other than dining halls, including Port City Java, the Atrium, Hill of Beans and other cafés and eateries on campus. ...

Campus Police on its way to accreditation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:54:15 -0800

N.C. State one of the few campuses to have accredited police force

Campus Police received its reaccreditation this week, showing the policies and enforcement employed by Campus Police is approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies....

Cartoon || November 20, 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:22:31 -0800

The Wolfpack takes on Virginia Tech tomorrow....

Me and ex-Governor Palin

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:19:05 -0800

I breathe a sigh of relief every single day to celebrate the fact that Sarah Palin is not vice president of the United States. I, like many people, cannot stand her, and I want to explore why....

Campus Forum || November 20, 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:15:49 -0800

One-day voting works; 'Average Joes' exist on all sides of political spectrum; Recycling a collaborative effort...

Make meal equivalencies more palatable to wallets

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:12:53 -0800

OUR OPINION: While this flexibility is admirable, Dining should consider innovative ways to allow students to get more at alternative dining locations covered by their meal plans....

Pack playing for pride against Virginia Tech

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:28:21 -0800

Despite inability to become eligible for postseason play, football team determined to finish strong

For the fourth time in six years, State will not be playing in a bowl game. From a casual fan’s perspective, there will be seemingly little to gain when the Pack, 1-5 in the ACC, travels to Blacksburg, Va. for Saturday’s game against the No. 1...

Soccer team prepared for NCAA run

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:26:12 -0800

With first round bye, team awaits its opponent for Sunday

For the first time since the 2005 season, the soccer team is back in the NCAA tournament. The team received an at-large bid and was given the 15th seed in the 48-team tournament. ...

Toney’s Take: Week 12

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:24:33 -0800

Going out with a bang

I don’t think I need to recount what happened against Clemson. You saw what happened. I didn’t think we would be nervous, but it did seem that way. ...

Take a chance to learn about culture

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:17:40 -0800

International Education Week exposes students to a broad range of cultures and educational opportunities to enrich their university experience. Students should make an effort to engage the many options the week avails them....

A history of Thanksgiving

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:10:41 -0800

One of the salesmen had the bright idea to get workers together to fill aluminum trays with helpings of turkey, cornbread-based dressing, sweet potatoes and peas. The result was the birth of the first ever TV dinner....

Be wary of the 'average Joe'

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:44:27 -0800

We don’t typically think of an “average Joe” as a guy who makes millions directing movies and writing books. ...

Cartoon || November 19, 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:59:03 -0800

As if our wallets weren't thin enough already....

Raleigh on Ice brings holiday tradition to area

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:45:23 -0800

Outdoor ice skating rink comes to Raleigh

Warté Designs, an event planning firm located in Raleigh, presented Raleigh on Ice, an outdoor ice skating rank located in Bier Creek Commons....

Campus farmers market leaves with good impression on students

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:09:13 -0800

Farmers Market ends for fall, looks to expand in spring

At the end of its kick-off semester, the Campus Farmers Market left a positive representation of the University’s support for its local farmers. Wednesday was the last time the market was open for the semester, and will not return until Feb. 1...

Study Abroad shows increased interest

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:03:22 -0800

Students show increased desire to study abroad if curriculum allows

Wednesday, the Study Abroad Office held a symposium as part of International Week...

December graduating class commencement speaker announced

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:02:17 -0800

Emma Norton to deliver speech at graduation

Out of five finalists to be the student speaker at the December commencement ceremony, Emma Norton, a senior in textile and apparel management, was chosen to represent her graduating class....

Kastanek’s road to Raleigh smoother than expected

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:21:11 -0800

Fresh from rural Nebraska, women’s basketball freshman Marissa Kastanek is ready to make an impact

The women’s basketball program has plenty of familiar faces that will be adjusting to a new direction under coach Kellie Harper. But there is one player who is just as new as she is: freshman Marissa Kastanek. ...

New coach has high hopes for the season

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:19:42 -0800

Q&A with coach Kellie Harper

Senior Staff Writer Lindsey Hall spoke with women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper about her first season in Raleigh, her expectations for the team and the philosophies she brings to the court. ...

Team embraces family atmosphere, new coach

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:16:40 -0800

Coach Kellie Harper takes over the reigns in her inaugural season with the Pack

The women’s basketball team comes into the 2009-10 season having lost a Hall of Fame coach, Kay Yow, and its top scorer from last season, Shayla Fields. The proverbial “torch” has been passed to new head coach Kellie Harper, who ho...

Greek Village experiences spike in suspicious activity

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:19:02 -0800

Campus Police increase safety measures

There have been two incidents involving unauthorized individuals at sorority houses over the past three weeks and Campus Police is increasing its efforts to keep Greek Village safe....

Senate proposal to extend voting hours shot down

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:17:57 -0800

Extension to 96-hour voting period voted down, though 2-day period may be considered in future meet

After a vote last week, students won't be enduring a four-day voting period when student body elections open this spring....

Farmers Market a success for vendors, student board

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:14:15 -0800

Market wraps up for the season, looks ahead for improvements next semester

As the first semester of the Campus Farmers Market comes to a close, the market’s vendors and student board are evaluating the response of the University and considering ways they can improve in the spring....

Passport fair promotes international exposure

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:12:53 -0800

Students have opportunity to obtain passports on campus, prepare for travel abroad

The passport fair held Tuesday at Talley Student Center allowed students to complete the application process required to obtain or renew a passport....

Passport fair promotes international exposure

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:11:51 -0800

Students have opportunity to obtain passports on campus, prepare for travel abroad...

Pack won’t be bowling this December after 43-23 loss to Clemson

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:37:17 -0800

Spiller, Tigers double up State, force team out of bowl eligibility

N.C. State faced the No. 24 Clemson Tigers Saturday in hopes of securing its second ACC win. However, the Pack fell back and was caught watching the C.J. Spiller show, which translated into a final score of 23-43....

A noble attempt to increase turnout

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:36:31 -0800

The economic costs associated with additional days of student voting are minimal. If there is any chance an addition would increase voter turnout in campus elections, it should be put in place....

Pack falls in ACC Championship game

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:30:35 -0800

Team loses to Virginia, 1-0 in first ACC title game appearance since 1990

After an exciting run that saw the Pack advance past UNC-Chapel Hill, 4-1, on penalty kicks and Boston College in the ACC semifinals Friday night by a score of 1-0, the men’s soccer team fell to the University of Virginia, 1-0, Sunday afternoon....

Universal health care, the cure-all to end all

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:25:24 -0800

Given the fact that America is projected to spend one-fifth of its annual gross domestic product on health care within the next decade, the issue is pertinent to every citizen....

Linkenauger, senior class leaving their legacy

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:24:00 -0800

Swimming looking to send off senior class with strong final season

Anna Linkenauger has come a long way from the three-year-old girl who nearly drowned in a river near her house. The senior swimmer, who has been competing for more than 15 years, enters her final season with numerous school and pool records, a co-MVP awar...

Dream catcher workshop educates through crafts

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:23:43 -0800

Native American Student Association and Sigma Omicron Epsilon hosted an event Tuesday night to create and learn about dream catchers...

Class of the Month: Unconventional P.E. class teaches students horseback riding

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:21:51 -0800

Students take beginning and intermediate horseback riding lessons for credit...

State takes care of business against Florida Atlantic

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:19:48 -0800

State bounces back from disappointing loss to defeat Florida Atlantic, 84-70

The women’s basketball team improved its record on the season to 2-1 with a win over the Florida Atlantic Owls Tuesday night. The game showcased the team’s ability to come back strong following its disappointing loss to Vermont in the Sheraton...

Have a healthy holiday

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:19:10 -0800

It’s that time of the year again. Cool air, holiday music, family gatherings and buffets of temptation will be starring you in the face again....

Cartoon || November 18, 2009

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:15:54 -0800

It’s that time of year again....

BassPack reaps rewards

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:11:59 -0800

Club nets more than fish in national tournaments

Winning a major regional tournament and snagging a multi-thousand dollar purse? Just another day at the lake for BassPack, N.C. State’s bass fishing club, which has won two national championships in three years....

Former Cornell wrestler serves as new assistant

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:21:08 -0800

Two-time All-American Steve Anceravage has been added as the new assistant wrestling coach this seas

This season, the wrestling team has welcomed not only 17 new freshman wrestlers, but also a new assistant coach, Steve Anceravage. Anceravage graduated from Cornell, a top-five wrestling program, in May 2009 and was a two-time All-American wrestler and fo...

All-Girl competes at high level

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:17:25 -0800

Club All-Girl team performs with varsity level intensity and talent

In 2002, the club All-Girl Cheerleading team was born. Since its formation seven years ago the team has made its name known nationwide, won numerous awards and raised concern for other teams up and down the east coast. However, it hasn't received the same...

Both cross country teams place at regionals

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:07:23 -0800

Men’s cross country places 2nd and women place 3rd, men’s qualifies for NCAA Championships

At Tom Sawyer Park in Louisville, Ky. Saturday N.C. State cross-country competed and both the men’s and women’s teams placed at the NCAA Southeast Cross Country Regional....

Portrait provides free book to seniors

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:06:30 -0800

Agromeck finds funds, provides seniors with free yearbooks

Agromeck, the University’s yearbook publication, is providing any senior who takes a senior portrait a free yearbook....

Press secretary to be appointed to report for Senate

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:05:19 -0800

Student Senate revives press secretary position to keep students informed, increase transparency

The Student Senate is preparing to reinstate the press secretary position to ensure students are kept up-to-date on the Senate’s activities....

UAB gives details on hosting film premieres

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:04:29 -0800

UAB Films Committee describes the process of hosting a movie premiere.

The UAB Films Committee hosted a film premiere last night of When In Rome. Students were allowed to watch the movie, not due to come out to theaters till Jan. 29, for free for the one-time only event....

A road block to SG transparency

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:27:08 -0800

The press secretary position runs contrary to Student Government’s efforts to facilitate discourse on campus issues. It is unnecessary and convolutes the established modes of objective communication between Student Government and the University popu...

Privatize liquor sales in North Carolina

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:12:06 -0800

ABC Stores contribute $250 million in tax revenue to the state. It’s a cash cow for the state and local governments. Regardless of the profits through taxes and revenues, the system’s inefficiencies cannot be ignored....

Give Wolfprowl a try

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:04:38 -0800

The bus has obvious safety credentials. It is well lit, spacious, relatively comfortable and has drivers employed by the University....

Cartoon || November 17, 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:59:13 -0800

For once, administrators and students can see things alike....

Tuition hike, retreat acts highlight BOG

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:52:02 -0800

Student body presidents from system schools voice concern with "tax on tuition" approved by GA

The Board of Governors, the governing body of the UNC System, met in Chapel Hill Friday in its last meeting of the calendar year....

First Aid Techniques for Common Emergencies

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:35:41 -0800

Accidents happen. While these unexpected events are surely unwanted, knowing more about how to handle these situations will help you be better prepared. Peter Terrio, a freshman in aerospace engineering and a former lifeguard certified in first aid by the...