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Committee approves tuition increase, fee package

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.

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Equivalency rate attempts to match value of meal in meal plan

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. 

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Raleigh on Ice brings holiday tradition to area

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.

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Study Abroad shows increased interest

Students show increased desire to study abroad if curriculum allows

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

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Greek Village experiences spike in suspicious activity

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.

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Passport fair promotes international exposure

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.

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Portrait provides free book to seniors

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.

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Press secretary to be appointed to report for Senate

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.

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Recycling program will expand when financially able

Reynolds and RBC Center lack recycling bins compared to Carter-Finley

Since 2003, Carter-Finley has been recycling-friendly with a recycling bin beside every trash can as Waste Industries hopes fans will place their recyclable waste in them.

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Ceresnak follows through with campaign promise

Student body president’s push to change spring break successful, committee rethinks reading days

The Registration, Records and Calendar committee voted unanimously on Tuesday to move spring break to the second week of March starting in 2011.

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University plans for Kay Yow Memorial

Student Government gets OK from University to raise funds for Coaches’ Corner

Student Government will begin to build a memorial for coach Kay Yow this year. It has already raised more than $23,000 through contributions to complete the initial phase of the project.

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Sustainability Commission searches for new ideas

New competition challenges students to 'Think Outside the Brick', make impact on campus

As part of the Think Outside the Brick Competition, the Student Government Sustainability Commission is accepting proposals on ways to make campus a more sustainable place to live, work and study.

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Dean becomes student for a day

A contest for undergraduates in CHASS offers a chance for students to trade places with the dean for

On Jan. 28, a student from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences will have the chance to be the dean for the day.

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Campout re-visits history, makes changes

Campout for Carolina tickets brings back tradition on a day over winter break

Registration for the annual Campout for tickets for the UNC-Chapel Hill basketball game opens tomorrow with a controversial date and new events planned.

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Eco-friendly show will benefit alumna's organization

This spring's Redress Raleigh proceeds will be donated to MorLove, an organization that helps orphan

While Redress Raleigh 2010 will be moving further away from campus to Downtown Raleigh instead of happening on Hillsborough Street this year, the connection to campus will remain strong as the proceeds from the eco-friendly fashion show will continue to benefit MorLove, a philanthropic organization founded by Mor Aframian, who graduated from the College of Textiles in May.

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Basketball ticket distribution based on point system

Students awarded points for seniority, participation

Students won't have to alter their ticketing plans much as basketball season Thursday according to Director of Ticket Operations Brian Kelly who said the lottery system for basketball will work much the same as it did during football season.

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All Campus card to receive update, consolidation

Student government plans to combine All Campus, Board Bucks, Wolfcopy systems into one program

Student Government is planning to improve the way students pay for services on campus by consolidating All Campus, Board Bucks, and Wolfcopy into one unified system accessible through each student’s identification card.

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Dorms close for Thanksgiving break, residents must vacate rooms

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 dorm during this time.

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Campus Police on its way to accreditation

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.

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Campus farmers market leaves with good impression on students

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. 17.

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December graduating class commencement speaker announced

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.

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Senate proposal to extend voting hours shot down

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.

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Farmers Market a success for vendors, student board

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.

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UAB gives details on hosting film premieres

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.

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CPR Challenge aims to increase participation

The fourth annual CPR Challenge will be held at Carmichael Recreation Center Nov.20.  The event is in memory of former professor Dale Sayers, who passed away from a heart attack in 2004. Campus Recreations decided it would be an appropriate way to honor the distinguished professor and his family, which is actively involved in the event. The goal of the event is to raise awareness by increasing the number of CPR certifications and saving lives.

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Campus holds H1N1 vaccine clinics



Vaccinations free for students, BSBSNC members



For the past two weeks, the Department of Student Health Services has been holding clinics across campus administering vaccinations for the H1N1 virus.

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Budget cuts continue to impact class offerings

Class availability will continue to decrease in coming semesters

After a month of staggered registration dates for different priority groups within the student body, registration is now open to all University students, but many classes are not.

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Veterans Fundraiser

Student Veterans of America celebrate national holiday

N.C. State chapter to host fundraiser and ceremony to honor veterans

The Student Veterans of America will host a fundraiser followed by a ceremony to honor veterans tonight.

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Rally4Talley Web page redirects attention

Web site viewers taken to Student Enterprise page

After being in hiatus for several days, the Rally4Talley Web site no longer exists.

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Hoopin’ for Hunger plans to sink baskets, help to end hunger

Charity basketball tournament raises donations for those in need

On Thursday, at 7 p.m. in Carmichael Gymnasium, the N.C. State chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, along with over 27 other organizations, will hold a charity basketball tournament.

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KA hosts hot dog lunch to benefit veterans

Fraternity's first philanthropic event since return to campus will benefit Wounded Warriors

Today Kappa Alpha Order will host its first philanthropic event since its return to campus as members will be selling "Hot Dogs for Heroes" in the Brickyard from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Blocks raise awareness of giving

Senior class council discusses the benefits of giving back

Three red, white and black boxes with University revenue information are in the Brickyard this week asking for help with this year's senior class gift and to show the impact alumni have monetarily on the University. 

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Renovations take place at Wood Hall

Residents to see new lighting and space in Wood Hall picnic area

Wood Residence Hall is undergoing renovations in its picnic area.
Renovations will bring new lights to improve nighttime visibility and
extra space for students to meet. Work is expected to be finished by the
end of the semester.

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