Amanda Hoffer | Staff Writer

3/29/02

After years of cut backs and a dwindling budget, Radford has finally found a way to make up for its budget woes. With special consideration from the state, Radford is scheduled to open its first red light district.

"It was inevitable, really," said Jacob Wheeler, director of the new program. "For the sake of profitablity the University has decided to embrace its "party school" image. And frankly nothing is more profitable than prostitution." Wheeler, a former pimp turned best-selling author, is best known for his book, "Pimping for Dummies." The University brought him in as an expert in the field to help develop their program. "Let's face it," said Wheeler, "the girls (of the University) have been sleeping around for years. The University decided if they can't stop them they might as well get a piece of the action."

Not that there isn't anything it in for the students who get involved in this new program. If sucessful, the program might lead to bigger and better things for the students involved. Wheeler stated, "If the program is a success, the University has mentioned the possiblity of creating an educational program around this, complete with a faculty of professionals in the field. And with any luck, we would also receive scholarships like the other departments. We are quite excited about this prospect."

When students were asked about the new program there were mixed feelings. One girl said,"I'm really excited about this! I mean I'm always waking up in some guy's bed. Now when I'm doing it, it's to help out my school." Unfortunatly not everyone feels the same way. "Man.... You mean I'm gonna have to start paying for sex?" said one male student.

The university has yet to state when the red light district will open. But when it does they promise information will be posted where students can find it. Pricing information will also be posted in the campus media.