Women's Tennis

Reid's Interception Pivotal In UNC Victory

Lost in the shuffle of North Carolina's 30-24 victory against Virginia was the play from safety Dexter Reid, the man responsible for a 67-yard interception return that broke the Cavaliers' backs. Reid had six total tackles on the day but will be remembered most for his instinct with 12:45 left in the fourth quarter. Reid's quick hands off a deflected pass from Cavalier quarterback Matt Schaub all but saved UNC. Trailing 23-17 early in the fourth quarter, Virginia marched to the UNC 35 and looked to score the go-ahead touchdown. Enter Reid.

Kudzu 10/16/01

Weekend Points Snag Martin Honor

North Carolina senior back Abby Martin was named ACC Player of the Week in field hockey after tallying seven points in two contests this weekend. The Tar Heels were victorious in both of the matches, including a 4-1 decision against conference foe and eighth-ranked Virginia. In that win, Martin scored two goals and assisted on another to pace UNC with five points. On Sunday, the native of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., assisted on two of North Carolina's scores as the Tar Heels topped Radford 8-0. Martin also earned Player of the Week honors Sept. 3.

Transit Made Easier With Point-2-Point

The orange sign read: "Reserved. UNC disability parking. Permit required. Towing enforced." It was yet another space where senior communication studies major Alicia Chavis, who uses a wheelchair, couldn't park. The permit swinging on the rearview mirror of the car Chavis was riding in was the wrong color, a state-issued blue instead of the University-issued orange that would allow her to park in the space.

Construction Causes Delays, Danger

The construction on campus will eventually result in better, more accessible buildings for disabled students -- but in the meantime, the clamor and machinery have created substantial difficulties for them. Disabled students face special problems as a result of the changing campus landscape, said Jim Kessler, the University's director of disability services.

Students Can Expect Long Waits at Airports

Students flying home during Fall Break could face numerous hassles at airports thanks to increased security measures instituted nationwide since the Sept. 11 attacks. Armed National Guard troops have been deployed to most major airports, and travelers can expect longer lines as airport officials have stepped up security measures -- including more thorough screening of passengers and luggage. Students planning to fly should be aware of the new rules when packing bags, planning the time of their arrival at the airport and going through security checkpoints, airport officials said.

Vandals Mar Cube With Homophobic Graffiti

Offensive slurs painted on the cube beside the Pit angered members of the UNC lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community after students discovered the vandalism Sunday evening. According to police reports, the slurs made reference to a "movie" with characters named "Princess Bill," "Hans Homo" and "Gay J" as "Darth Gaydor." The vandals also made reference to Nov. 22, which is Thanksgiving. A Student Union employee painted over the offensive material Sunday night after the vandalism was reported at about 8:40 p.m., police reports stated.

Local Mail Anthrax Scare Causes Increased Caution

Local officials are taking action to ease the concerns of a potential anthrax threat that came about Friday after a Chapel Hill man received a letter containing a suspicious white powder. Mail service officials in particular are working to assuage the community's fears that the local mail system is susceptible to attack. Testing of the substance found in the letter is expected to take one to two days, and the results will determine the nature of the department's investigation, said Chapel Hill police spokeswoman Jane Cousins.

Berryhill Hall Formaldehyde May Be Unsafe

Chancellor James Moeser has called for an emergency renovation of a UNC classroom building to fix possibly unsafe levels of formaldehyde. Berryhill Hall, part of the School of Medicine, will be renovated in March because of a ventilation problem that has caused an excess concentration of formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong-smelling gas that is used in the building's anatomy labs as a preservative. According to the Environmental Protection Agency's Web site, inhalation of formaldehyde can result in eye, nose and throat irritation and respiratory symptoms.

Internet Changes Awareness of War

Many Americans are looking to computer screens rather than televisions for up-to-the-second information about the Sept. 11 attacks and their aftermath. As the United States prepares for its first war of the 21st century, Americans have come face-to-face with the positive and negative effects of having a vast amount of information available almost instantaneously. Internet users have been able to get information and first-person accounts of the attacks via the Internet -- and Internet experts say Americans have been taking advantage of the opportunity.

UNC Officials To Unveil Nike All-Sports Deal

UNC officials will announce the University's new all-sports agreement with the Nike Corp. this afternoon, finalizing what likely will be one of the largest contracts of its kind. Chancellor James Moeser and Director of Athletics Dick Baddour will offer details about the multi-million dollar contract and the process leading up to it.

Police Roundup

University Sunday, Oct. 14 - Seven UNC students were cited for underage possession of alcoholic beverages. Reports state that the students were all cited at the Fraternity Court parking lot between the hours of 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. - A car parked in the Porthole lot had trash poured over its trunk. The vandalism was reported at 3 a.m., and the the car was last known to be secure at 6 p.m. the night before, reports state.

Resident Urges Others To Support the Bonds In November Election

TO THE EDITOR: I would like to encourage all voters to seriously consider supporting the bonds.

Town Council Candidate Ed Harrison Has an Edge On Transportation Issues

TO THE EDITOR: As the race for seats on the Chapel Hill Town Council heats up, several issues are worth highlighting. Environmental protection, alternative transportation and careful development are intertwined and important to any community. Living in Chapel Hill and the county of Durham, Ed Harrison has a regional understanding of transportation challenges and an intimate view of proposed development in Durham which may impact Chapel Hill.

Resident Offers Support For Harrison, Verkerk In Town Council Election

TO THE EDITOR:

Artist Uses Music, Metaphor

Singer/songwriter Cris Williamson has a habit of speaking in metaphor. When she discusses the recent end of a 20-year relationship with her personal and musical partner, Tret Fure, the Joni Mitchell-esque singer/songwriter uses the imagery of the phoenix rising from the ashes. "The bird willingly sets itself on fire -- I did not want this change to occur, but I took the path willingly," Williamson said.

Cartoon 10/16/01

Student Agrees With Horowitz: University Is One-Party School

TO THE EDITOR:

Global Focus Could Become BOG Goal

The UNC system's priorities might soon be affected by the growing push for improved global relations. The Board of Governors is discussing adding to the UNC system's strategic goals a planning priority that would focus on internationalization and communications across cultures. The new priority is intended to stress the importance of understanding aspects of the international community. Gretchen Bataille, UNC-system vice president of academic affairs, said the strategic priority will be added to the system's initiatives for the next five-year cycle, which starts in 2002.

Powder Likely Not Anthrax

An N.C. laboratory official said Monday that preliminary tests indicate that the white powder found inside of an envelope addressed to a Chapel Hill man is not likely to be anthrax. Chapel Hill police officials sent the material to the state public health laboratory after a Chapel Hill resident received an envelope containing a white powder Friday night. The resident feared the substance was a contaminant and called 911. Police arrived at the scene and dispatched the regional Hazardous Material Incident Response Team, Chapel Hill police spokeswoman Jane Cousins said Sunday.