East Carolinian

Issue date: 8/14/08 Section: Features

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Fall 2008 is a new beginning for the Student Activities Board, formerly known as Student Union.

Aside from a name change, the Student Activities Board has come up with an idea to increase students' satisfaction with the entertainment on campus.

On Nov. 6, as a part of Homecoming activities, the Student Activities Board will host a fall concert in Minges Coliseum. The event is open to all, with tickets for students costing no more than $10. However, the featured artist is not yet known. Students will decide who they want on stage. Voting for the artist is taking place online.

The choices have been narrowed down to 10 artists based on availability and price range. These artists include: Michelle Branch, Lupe Fiasco, New Found Glory, Gavin DeGraw, Jack's Mannequin, Anberlin, Motion City Soundtrack, Fabolous, Cartel and Blake Shelton.

"I've already voted," said senior Joe Annunziata.

Although he had a few concerns, Annunziata feels that it was a great way to get students involved.

According to the Student Activities Board Special Events Chair, Matthew McCarthy, all students' input is greatly appreciated. He feels that since the fall concert is for students, all of those interested must submit their votes in order for the event to be a success and fully enjoyed.

"I think the new method is a great one because it gives students more of a chance to influence the entertainment that is brought to the school," said Demetrius Philson,

The Assistant Director of Student Activities and Major Events, Jacob Tidwell says that in order for the event to be a success, there has to be a large number of votes. He also hopes to see a large number in attendance at the fall concert.

Don't wait, cast your vote as soon as possible. To vote simply go to the ECU Web site and log into OneStop using your PirateID and pass phrase.

After logging in, click on the tools tab and look for the section that says "survey." Click on the survey titled " Student Activities Board-Fall Concert Survey" and complete the survey. Each student is only allowed to take the survey once, however, you can vote for as many artists as you want.

Voting will end on Sept. 8 and the concert will take place on Nov. 6.



This writer can be contacted at features@theeastcarolinian.com.

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