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TEAM Buzzworthy

Tech's largest community service initiative, TEAM Buzz, took place last Saturday, bringing together over 1,500 volunteers to work on 35 projects around the Atlanta area. Not only does the annual event promote a spirit of giving and service among students on campus, but unlike more campus-oriented service efforts, it allows Tech to build and maintain its rep within the wider Atlanta community.

Out of the race

Tech's entrant into the DARPA Urban Challenge, Sting Racing, was one of the first six teams eliminated from the competition this week. It is a shame to see the autonomous Porsche Cayenne, the product of over a year of development and significant investment, eliminated so quickly; Sting 1 failed to live up to our expectations. Still, we commend the team for their impressive first-year accomplishments.

Keep it honorable

The Honor Advisory Council gave out sweets and asked students for feedback on the Honor Code while tabling along Skiles Walkway this week. The efforts were intended to remind students about the importance of following the Code and get new ideas. While we all know the code, a little reminder never hurts.

Party time (or not)

Halloween fell on a Wednesday this year, and parties moved to the weekend, leaving people to get extra-ridiculous. As such, the police busted quite a few people for underage drinking. Halloween should be celebrated responsibly and GTPD already have their hands full protecting campus from threats.