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Top Stories • Friday, November 20, 2009
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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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Toney’s Take: Week 12

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. 

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Make meal equivalencies more palatable to wallets

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.

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

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.

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Anna Linkenauger

Linkenauger, senior class leaving their legacy

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 award and aspirations of earning a spot in the NCAA meet.

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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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Students speak out for vegan ideals

Vegans motivated by animal rights, health, environmental benefits

Americans across the country are celebrating National Vegan Month throughout November. A vegan is commonly defined as a person who chooses to avoid using any type of animal product, although the degree to which a person practices veganism and their reasons for doing so may vary.

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

Students take beginning and intermediate horseback riding lessons for credit Full story

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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Pack playing for pride against Virginia Tech

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. 16 Virginia Tech Hokies. 

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Campus Forum || November 20, 2009

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

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Marissa Kastanek

Kastanek’s road to Raleigh smoother than expected

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. 

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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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Farmers market

Vegan food options abundant in Raleigh

Restaurants, grocery stores have vegan options Full story

Heroes among us

Veterans on campus recognize importance of Veterans Day Full story

Complete Dream Catcher

Dream catcher workshop educates through crafts

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

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