Multicultural Beat

Racism rising among students, say pair of minority groups
NAACP, BSA point to several recent incidents; plan dual-campaign

David Forbes - Staff Writer

Several recent incidents are sparking action from the Appalachian State University chapters of the NAACP and the Black Student Association (BSA), in response to what they say is evidence of growing racism and prejudice on campus.

Basic equipment, patrol cars may be on list of budget cuts
Chief: Department may begin charging for accident reports, up bike patrols

Becky DiVerniero - Staff Writer

The Appalachian State University Police Department may be forced to cut back on everything from basic equipment to patrol cars due to the possibility of a 1 percent to 10 percent budget reduction looming over the heads of the University of North Carolina system, said University Police Chief Gunther Doerr.

Dollars for Diversity Plan in question
State budget crisis may limit needed funding

Shea Kuczko - Staff Writer

Admissions Office procedures under Appalachian State University’s Diversity Plan call for financial support from the institution to aid in increasing diversity enrollment.

SGA Beat

Campus polling site not in future

Sarah Newell - Staff Writer

There are no plans to move the polling location for the 3rd Precinct of Boone from the Agricultural Conference Center to the West side of Appalachian State University’s campus, according to a memorandum written by Director of the Watauga County Board of Elections Jane Ann Hodges.