https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/91cd6fac64b6c0d311983df27e34cffc.pdf 11aa49fc6a2b254e1f7bdc644238f4dd PDF Text Text CHRONICLE THE C O U G A R ISSUE 2 W EDNESDAY V OLUME X LI F EBRUARY 6/2013 CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN MARCOS, INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER F IND U S O NLINE w ww.csusmchronide.com Friend us o n F acebook F ollow us o n T witter Email us at* csusm.cougarchronide@gmail.com Slate election and other changes to A SI elections sure to spark competition changes made in the Rules Committee were the changes to election code so that the As one election winds minimum GPA requirement down, another starts up. moved from a 2.0 to a 2.5, There were many changes the change to grant candimade regarding the rules of dates the ability to campaign the 2013 ASI elections, they in the UVA/Quad area upon were discussed and altered receiving permission of the when the Associate Student, director of the facilities, as Inc. Rules Committee met well as a change to allow last semester. Many of these candidates to run together on changes include candidate's a "slate" and that the maxieligibility as well as running mum amount a campaign can on a "slate," a new approach spend was raised from $150 that is being tested this year. to $500. Q: How does the GPA reThe Cougar Chronicle interviewed current ASI quirement affect students President Scott Silviera to running for ASI positions? get a closer look as to what A: The GPA requirement students can expect for this affects students running for years elections. ASI positions in that it raises Question: What are some the bar for qualifications. By changes the Rules Commit- having a higher GPA requiretee decided for this year? ment, we are hoping to have Answer: The biggest candidates who have a high B Y JULIANA STUMPP S PORTS A & E EDITOR 3 - This issues "Athlete Spotlight" features C SUSM pitcher Terranee Buchanan. Read about how passionate he is about the game he loves. F EATURES U P D Beat: H ow students stay safe seph Deragisch. When visiting the University Police Department's webAs college students, safety site at csusm.edu/police/, stuon campus is an immediate dents will find the vision and concern for students, staff mission of UPD, Emergency and parents. Management and video inSince the recent shoot- formation of safety precauings in the U.S., students are tions to take when at school taught to take extra safety or in a workplace. There is precautions to ensure their a database where members well-being, since being a stu- of the community can idendent on any campus creates tify and gain information on an immediate vulnerability registered sex offenders, as provided by Megan's Law. to potential danger. With the recent recognition Students will find informaof CSUSM as the safest four- tion on RAD, information year-uniyersity in California of rape aggression defense, by Stateuni_ along with safet versity.com, « Z r m & d \ m ' f a m o n ? tips for date we may my studies without rape drugs wonder what and campus law enforcemy safety safety. ment pracbeing threatened" UPD oftices to keep - Joseph Deragisch fers an esour campus cort service safe. On Nov. 4, 2011, CSUSM between the hours of dusk experienced a gun scare, and dawn to escort students prompting the University from campus buildings, Police Department to send parking lots, immediate bus out emergency notifications stops and areas adjacent consisting of emails, text campus property. Along with messages and voice mails their escort service, UPD promptly alerting students to offers defensive driving lock and barricade entrances courses, a critical response and exits on campus. Out of unit and ride-along opportuthe 9,700 students enrolled nities for students interested fall 2011,4,000 students are in observing the duties and signed up for the emergency responsibilities experienced by officers. notification system. To utilize these services Since then, the University Police Department has taken offered by CSUSM and get extra precaution regarding information regarding safety on campus, please visit the safety of students. "I feel very safe at CSUSM. UPD's website at csusm.edu/ My friends tell me what goes police/services .html. Do you feel safe on campus? on at other campuses and I'm glad I can focus on my stud- Check out last issues Chroniies without my safety being cle Facebook Poll to see if your threatened," said student Jo- feelings match others. B Y MELISSA MARTINEZ N EWS EDITOR 4 - As you make plans for Valentine's Day, read here about a more meaningful way t o spend this romantic day. And 5 - Hungry? Read "Jessie's Reci- pe C orner" o r this issue's "Res- taurant Beat" where w e visit the Money Pit. O PINION 6 - W hether in a relationship o r single, do you have that Valentine's Day "feel?" Read one writ- ers opinion on how Valentine's day is more than just a day of love. And W e did a Facebook poll on the issue of a w et vs dry campus. D o you think C SUSM is ready for a transition towards a w et campus? See how C SUSM voted. 7 - " For your Entertainment" is back once again with a great selection of show movie and T V suggestions. Read all about " Good W ill Hunting" and "American H orror Story." And 8 - Looking for a new kind of love story movie? Read about the top films that are perfect for Valentine's Day that you probably have never seen. •KssssifflBB February 20 The ASI Board of Directors enough GPA that they can handle the work of the Board of Directors without having to worry about their grades dropping, since being a student comes first with student leadership. Photo courtesy of http://www Q: Can you explain the A: The process for runprocess of running for ASI? ning for an ASI position is Is the presidential position very simple. We will send more difficult to obtain? out notifications throughout Are there more require- campus two weeks before ments and/or qualifications the deadline to submit your ELECTION CONTINUED ON 2 than other positions? Associated Students, Inc. aims at creating a positive campus experience B Y MELISSA MARTINEZ NEWS EDITOR Whether students are just beginning their academic career at CSUSM or are ready to check into their furthering education, it is never too late to become involved on campus. Associated Students, Inc. (ASI), student government on campus, aims to empower students, giving them a voice on campus as well as providing student advocates. Along with their mission statement of "Serves, Engages and Empowers Students," ASI offers core values in promoting advocacy, communication, diversity, efficiency, social justice, visionary and unity throughout campus. ASI also works through the Gender Equity Center which values feminism and creativity and The LGBTQA Pride Center, providing a community of support and mentorship for LGBTQA students, staff, faculty and allies. The Campus Activity Board (CAB) aims at pro- viding school spirit through campus-wide events geared to creating an inclusive community through students. Cultural Events Specialist for CAB Kat Atienza was inspired to join ASI from her high school experience being involved in ASB. "I've been a member of ASI CAB for two years now and it has helped me grow so much. From my organization skills to communication skills to planning events," said Atienza. "Importantly, all the training that comes along with being a member of ASI helped me understand more about Social Justice and the need for it on this campus. Being in ASI helped me become a better advocate for students. I want their voices to be heard." ASI's goals for this semester are to continue empowering students and be advocates. In promoting events as A IMS CONTINUED ON 2 �2 ^ ¡r^s^con, News Editor: AIMS CONTINUED FROM I well as social justice (an important piece in creating an inclusive campus) ASI sheds a positive light on campus. Along with many events throughout the semester, ASI has a variety of socializing opportunities for students to enjoy. From free movie nights and U-Hour events to the highly attended Undie Run, ASI aims at engaging students in socializing, networking and enjoying their time on campus. "ASI advocates for students. We want students to be able to express their concerns or opinions. While 2 /7 Frontiers In Sdence Noon - 1 p.m.. Science Hall 2, 242 Frontiers in Science (FIS) brings to campus the latest in innovative research in the STEM disciplines with guest speakers from local industry and college campuses as well as C SUSM students and faculty. THE COUGAR CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY promoting awareness of issues that this campus faces as well as providing different programming that benefits the students. The presence of ASI on this campus is essential and at the end of the day, we are here for the students," said Atienza. "As an ASI CAB member, we hope that all the students enjoy and benefit from all the different programming we host on and off campus. Whether it is a social,cultural, issues, or a community service event. I hope CAB's events shed a positive light on this campus for the students." Photo courtesy of ASI ELECTION FROM I formal application with your intent to run for a certain position. Then, you must participate in at least one election event, or submit a campaign video. After two weeks of formal campaigning there is one. week of online elections after which the winner is announced. Running for ASI President is the same as running for any other position. There aré the same requirements, and qualifications needed for the position, but since it is the highest position, it is generally the students who have a set of qualifications they Father Gregory Boyle, the Executive Director of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, will speak about his work with female and male gang members at Homeboy Industries, the largest gang prevention, intervention and suppression program in the country, as well as his recent award-wining book. Read more about this event on page 7. 2 /12 ASI'S Mardi Gras Celebration Noon - 1 p.m., U-Hall Plaza * Join A SI as they celebrate Mardi Gras! Free food and treats! I N EZ W 3 and negatives to running expect. Q: Running on a slate was on a slate? never available to students A: Since we have never before, why the change? done slates before, it is hard A: The reason why we to tell what positives or negchanged the rules to allow atives running on a slate will candidates to run on slates have for a candidate All we is because it made the most know is that now candidates sense to the board. Before, at least have the option to run students from the same club together if they so choose. or organization could not Q: What do you hope the say who thpy were voting new changes will bring to for let alone campaign with the process of running for someone else. This did not positions on ASI? make sense to us since many A: We hope that these new clubs would lump candidates changes will create more together anyway while the competition in the elections, candidates were not allowed and spark new creativity in to say anything. ways students campaign. Q: What are the positives Voter turnout for ASI elec- A A # ^ tions is always extremely low, so we hope that by having more people running, campaigning together, in new places, and by giving the candidates more freedom in this process that more students will be aware and invested in choosing who will represent them in their student government. Applications for an ASI position will be available on Feb. 13,2013. Election week is planned for Mar. 25 - 28. For more information about electoral positions and to view the new elections code visit csusm.edu/asi/bod/asielections Cougar communication B Y KARLA REYES SENIOR STAFF WRITER START RAISING THE BAR. The Cougar Chronicle partners with the Office of Communication to provide timely newsworthy information for students. START COMMANDING ATTENTION, Presidents Report to The Community. On Feb. 7, President Karen Haynes will host the ninth annual Report to the Community. She will 2 /7 International Coffee Hour cover our campus' accomplishments and future goals. It is expected to host 500 people. Some of Noon - 1 p.m., the guests include Chambers of commerce, memTukwut Courtyard Come enjoy a campus tradi- bers of nonprofit organizations and Governor Jerry tion. Meet people from around Brown. the world, discuss, travel and It will be an interesting speech due to all the reinternational issues, and grab cent growth CSUSM has experienced the past sesome free coffee and snacks. mesters and because of all our plans to continue expanding. 2/11 Father Boyle 6 - 9 p.m., Clarke 113 6 ,2013 P Senior Class Gift The graduating senior class, alongside the Board of Directors (BOD) decided that they would like to strengthen the tradition of a "senior class gift," going about it in a unique way. Starting an emergency fund for students, BOD decided it was more beneficial than the traditional gifts such as benches; They hope that this will help financial alleviate students who for unforeseen events, like afloodor iire, need financial help start their semester at CSUSM Anyone can donate, students, community members, faculty and staff. They suggest $20.13 in honor of the Class of 2013, but anything helps. This campaign began in 2011 and has be growing ever since. The Senior Class Gift Campaign (SCGC) student committee, hopes that by starting this they can build a culture of philanthropy on campus. For more information visit their website csusm.edu/giving/ START HIGHER S TART O NE rE PBHB TAE S T I kcEUEWfia ADD STRENGTH TO YOUR CLASS SCHEDULE! ENROLL IN A MILITARY SCIENCE CLASS! T O FIND O UT MORE ABOUT LEADERSHIP AND» OFFICERSHIP CONTACT ^ N ENROLLMENTIIFICER TODAY AT 619-594-1236 OR VISIT armyrotc.sdsu.edu/. »fites Army. 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A: It's been fantastic for only being part of the squad for a semester so far. We have a great coaching staff and a talented group on the field. Q: In what ways do you think you have improved? A: Coach Clements has brought a whole new approach to my attention with fine focus and details that I probably wouldn't have even thought about before. He teaches in a way [that] allows you to simplify the game. Q: What are some of your goals for this season? A: I 'm actually undergoing season ending surgery on my throwing shoulder. But I still plan on supporting my team from the dugout and passing on all my knowledge to the younger guys who I will be playing on thefieldwith next year. Q: What is your favorite thing about baseball? A: It's a thinking man's game; it's the only sport that the defense has control of the tempo. Plus the length of a normal baseball season give you plenty of opportunities to redeem yourself since a successful baseball player only gets 3 hits out of every 10 at bats. Q: Who has motivated you the most in your career? A: My head coach from high school. He was the first person to plant the idea in my head that I can play at a collegiate and professional level. That year the Kansas City Royals in the Major League Draft took me in the Photo courtesy of http:// www.csusmcougars.com 48th round in 2008.1 chose to go to school and get an education with a little guidance from Coach Giaime. Q: Do you see baseball as part of your future after college? A: I definitely do see basébail in my future. I still talk with Major League scouts along with having some ties with scouts in Japanese Professional Baseball as well. If neither of these routes work out in my favor I plan on coaching high school baseball at Del Norte High School in San Diego. Q: What is the best adr vice you have ever received from a coach/parent/etc? A: Coach Giaime said something to me when [I was a] junior in high school as I sat at his dinner table in his home. "Do the right thing when no one's watching, [it's the] mark of good character." C SUSM Baseball sweeps Concordia Photo by: Anne Hall Scorching men's basketball winning streak reaches double digits B y A LEX FRANCO S PORTS E DITOR The past two weeks of men's basketball has been more of the same of what we have corile to expect from Coach Jim Saia and the Cougars. The team began a three game stretch on Jan. 23 in a road game against Point Loma Nazarene, which the cougars won 81-64, shooting an astounding 50 percent from the field and hitting 7 three pointers to outpace the Sea Lions of PLNU. Point guard Danny Redmon led all CSUSM scorers with 16 points and 3 assists. Joining Redmon in the double-digit department were forward Jacob Ranger and guard A J . Gaspora scoring 15 and 13 points, respectively. Two days later on Jan. 25, the Cougars hosted UC Santa Cruz in front of a capacity and loud crowd at Mira Costa College. The Banana Slugs kept the game close for the first half as they only trailed the Cougars by 8 at halftime, CSUSM would allow UCSC to stay in the game long when they opened the second half with a run that led to a 31 point lead midway through the second half and never looked back cruising to victory in a blowout and winning the game, 99-56 for their tenth straight victory. Quincy Lawson was the standout performer in the match with 12 points and 12 rebounds, recording the first double-double of the season for any CSUSM player. The game also featured every player on the roster registering a score for the second game in a row and five CSUSM players scoring in double digits. Danny Redmon once again led the team with 19 points followed by Jose Rivera with 15 points. The 43-point margin of victory and 99 points scored overall were both school program records at the time, until the Cougars played their next game. The final game of January proved to be a special one indeed as the Cougars' had a record night for the second straight game trouncing the visiting La Sierra 11171 in front of another large home crowd. The 111 points scored, obliterates the previous school record for total points scored which was set the previous game against UCSC. The 40-point margin of victory fell short of the school record of 43, also set in the previous game. The Cougars came out swinging right from the get go, jumping out on a 12-4 run within minutes of the opening tip-off forcing an early timeout called by La Sierra. CSUSM was up as many as 24 in the first half leading to a 60-38 first half lead at the break. The second half saw much of the same as the cougars kept the pedal to metal and piled the points on, leading by as many as 44 towards the waning minutes of the game . The men's basketball team continued its phenomenal shooting performances over the past few games with another great night of shooting, making 52 percent of their shots taken frorfi the field. Quncy Lawson scored 18 points to lead all scorers in the contest on 9-13 shooting, with 6 rebounds and 2 blocks and 2 steals. A J . Gaspora continued his hot shooting with another double-digit performance, scoring 17 points on. 7-11 shooting and 3-6 from 3-point range. •The games high point was Adam Alfaro's stretch in the second half, where he wouldn't be denied and sunk 4 three point shots in a row on his way to a season high 15 points. Danny Redmon contributed great point guard play, dishing out 9 assists to his teammates, marking it yet another game where all players scored a. point and six players scored in the double digits. The win was the Cougars eleventh in a row and 14 of their last 15 games. The Cougars take to the road for their nextfivegames and won't return home until the final game of the season on Saturday Feb. 23 when they take on Bethesda at Mira Costa college at 7:30 p.m. T HE H E A R T B E A T : Organ donation, giving the gift of life B Y CURTIS BOVEE SENIOR STAFF W RITER Cai State San Marcos baseball team beat No. 11 Concordia in both games of a doubleheader, 4-3 and 5-4, to complete a three-game sweep in its opening series of the 2013 season on Saturday Feb. 2 at the CSUSM Baseball Field. CSUSM; returns to action on Friday, Feb. 8 against Chapman at home. The first pitch is set for 2 p.m. Photos by Anne Hall If you could help 50 people, would you? According to the National Institutes of Health, experts say that organs from one person can save or help up to 50 people. Sadly, there is still overwhelming need for donors. Currently, over 118,000 people are waiting for an organ. Of those 118,000 people, 18 will die each day. Astonishingly, one organ donor can save up to eight lives. The first successful organ transplant was a kidney transplant performed in 1954 between two identical twins. According to the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network, there have been about 559,000 organ transplantations to date. Considering the overwhelming need, this is not enough; Furthermore, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2.5 million people die per year in the U.S. alone. Imagine if just 10 percent of these people were organ donors. Don't let the myths surrounding organ donation hinder you from becoming a donor: -Because you are an organ donor does not mean hospital staff will not work as hard to save your life. -Organ and tissue donation does not affect your appearance for a funeral. -You are never too old to donate. -You might think your health stinks; however, chances are pretty slim that your organs would be rejected. To be an organ donor is easy. Simply fill a form on the DMV website and you're finished. Can you really think of a justifiable reason not to donate? Take 5 minutes of your time and sign up to save a life. �4 Features Editor: Katlin Sweeney cougarchron.features@gmail.com THE COUGAR CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 'One Billion Rising' A m ore meaningful Valentine's B Y RYAN D OWNS SENIOR STAFF W RITER & B Y K ATUN SWEENEY FEATURES EDITOR One in three women on the planet will be raped or beaten in her lifetime. One billion women violated is an atrocity. One billion women dancing is a revolution. With this intriguing premise provided on the CSUSM website by the Gender Equity Center, One Billion Rising is an event that leaps off the page. This worldwide movement seeks to end violence and gender discrimination through raising awareness. If you are a student that is looking for something a bit more meaningful to take part in on Valentine's Day, you are in luck, because the movement is coming to CSUSM. The One Billion Rising event will be held from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m. on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14. in front of the library. "Most women suffer abuse or death at the hands of someone who claims th&t they love them. That's why Eve Ensler, the creator of the world-famous Vagina Monologues, came up with the idea of the event on Valentine's Day, which is a day when everyone typically thinks of things like romance and love," Gender Equity Center Director Lea Burgess-Carland said. One Billion Rising brings together hundreds of millions of women from all over the globe so that they can take a day to march, dance and stand for an end to violence towards women. It is an enormous program that does not occur in just one location, and there are centers all over the world where celebrations are being held, including in San Diego. "It's important to bring this event to CSUSM because women in their college years are at the highestriskfor sexual assault. Even one woman sufferingfromsexual assault is too many for me," Gender Violence Educator Raven Gates said. As part of the event, women all over the school will leave their classes and attend a large dance in Kellogg Circle, after which busses will 4 FEBRUARY Day FEATURES Greek Beat: Sigma Chi F raternity l ooking f o r n e w 1 BILLION m e m b e r s f or u pcoming s emester B Y KATLIN SWEENEY ARE YOU RISING? W E CAN'T GET TO ONE BILLION WITHOUT YOU. FEATURES EDITOR • JOIN US NOW! • Photo courtesy of http://onebillionrising.org arrive to transport any interested parties to San Diego to take part in the festivities there. "This is something that connects women all over the world. It's exciting because it's symbolic not just here, as something that we are doing in solidarity. It is all over the world and is spreading positive energy. And not only will dancing for this cause bring awareness, but it is a lot of fun," Burgess-Carland said. "The silence has to be broken, with students and everyone, taking that first step towards making a change," 6 ,2013 Gates said. For those interested in participating in the dance practices for the event or would like to get involved somehow, pick up a pledge sheet in the Gender Equity Center. You can also visit their website at http://www. csusm.edu/geneq/homeJitml or check out the Gender Equity-Center on Facebook. Their goal is to get at least fifty participants, practices for the dance occurring every Tuesday and Thursday from noon, to 1 p jn., all being welcome to attend and participate. For students looking for a fraternity that not only values work in the community but having fun and making friends, Sigma Chi is the right place. Over the month of February, Sigma Chi will be hosting countless events that are open to any interested students. Whether you are involved in Greek Life or not, it is a great opportunity to meet new people and have a good time. For students interested in partaking in more casual events, they can attend one of Sigma Chi's game nights. From 4 to 6 p m. on Feb. 12, they will host Booming With Fun. New recruits for the fraternity can go to Boomers park with current members and have fun. Students must providetheir own transportation for departures. From 5 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 19, they will host an on-campus game night. All members and new recruits will gather in a room to play Xbox and board games. From 6 to 8 p jn. on Feb. 21, they will have their Laser Tag event. Those interested in going will go with Sigma Chi to Invasion Laser Tag on San Marcos Blvd. to play. For students interested in events that are more serious, Sigma Chi has scheduled a hike and a volunteer opportunity. From 9 to 11 a.m. on Feb. 16, as part of their "Giving Back" program, they will be conducting volunteer work in Vista with the Boys and Girls Club. The Hiking event will be from 8 to 10 a.m. on Feb. 18 on Discovery Creek Trail in San Marcos. Anyone is invited to join in these two events, not just new recruits. To get more information on Sigma Chi or any of their other events scheduled for the Spring 2013 semester, check out the Sigma Chi Info night on Feb. 11 from 5 to 7 p jn. in Commons 206. Changes in student leadership W e l c o m e t h e n e w O r i e n t a t i o n D i r e c t o r s in S L L B Y JULIANA STUMPP A & E EDITOR For many of us, our first campus experience was orientation, when we first figured out the struggles and frustrations of signing up for classes. Although we quickly came to reality with some college procedures, it was a new beginning that paved our way to where we are now. In the Fall 2012 semester, Rachel Quam and Joseph Sandoval were honored with the positions of Orientation Team Directors for the 2013-2014 school year. They discuss with the Cougar Chronicle their game plan for the new yedr, as well as the benefits of Student Life and Leadership (SLL). Question: What campus organizations are you involved in? Joseph Sandoval: I am involved in Orientation team and Sigma Alpha Epsilori. I am also a SSS and OTRES student. Rachel Quam: I am currently involved with Orientation Team. I also live on campus at the University Village Apartments and work at The Clarke as a student assistant. Q: How has the SLL office inspired you on campus? JS: I see it as a safe space for individuals who excel at different attributes or factors of leadership and is given an opportunity for action and practice- of leadership with the right mentorship. SLL has the right people with best intentions and support that everyday I walk into that office I can't help but [to] smile and say "this is all for me, the student". It's an office that embodies and puts in action the development gained, for me, by joining a leadership organization and getting connected with the people in the SLL office and the individuals associated with O-Team. This office has propelled me into the world of student leadership and I know that it can only go up from here. Q: What do you hope to bring to the SLL office as Orientation Directors? JS: With SLL I hope to inspire the next group of leaders and to develop not just "The Student Life and numbers but leaders of high Leadership Office has quality. With my co-director inspired me to become the and the amazing team and person I am today" supervisor Jennie Goldman I - Rachel Quam hope to leave my mark within Orientation Team and the of leaders and programs that SLL office. enable students to ultimately RQ: As an Orientation Didevelop into strong leaders, rector, I hope to bring a new remarkable role models, and sense of leadership to the influential contributors of campus. I believe I have our schools future and spirit. a drive to be an influential RQ: The Student Life and student leader and leave my Leadership Office has in-, mark on the Orientation Dispired me to become the rector position and the camperson I am today. From a pus in general. Helping new leadership standpoint, SLL students and families get achas opened many doors for quainted with the CSUSM me. When I attended the Community is a passion that LEAD Retreat in the spring drove me to want to do more of my freshman year, I nev- for Orientation Team. I know er thought I would become that Joe and I will have many such a passionate student successes, in this office, beleader on campus. Joining cause we are both passionate the Orientation Team has individuals and we bring that created such a love for my passion each and every day university that could only be we step in the office. S TART Y O U R California State University San Marcos Extended Learning is now offering a number of degree and certificates that lead to jobs, as well as personal enrichment courses. FREE PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, F EBRUARY 23 10:00 AM TO 2:00PM THE MCMAHAN H OUSE 333 S .TWIN OAKS V ALLEY ROAD SAN MARCOS, CA 92096 F REE PARKING 760-750-4020 • Join usfor the celebration - meet Crash the Cougar; leam about our programs, speak with Academic Advisors and Financial Aid officers and enjoy refreshments. w w w . csusm. ed u/el C alifornia S t a t e U niversity SAN MARCOS E xtenaed Le£rning �FEATURES T H E C OUGAR C HRONICLE, W EDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 , 2 0 1 3 How N OT to do Valentine's day those unreasonably high expectations. & KIA WASHINGTON Unless the relationship STAFF WRITER • is solid and committed, we wouldn't give in to pressure Valentine's; Day is on the to move up levels in the rehorizon, and of course the lationship, and this includes butterflies and other semi-: proposals. We suggest that romantic things are suddenly people don't get engaged unabundant in the air. til the idea of a life commitAnd for this article, of ment is discussed between course, we would like to play the parties involved, not the harsh roles of Cupid's made simply on a somewhat not-so-heavenly attendants. romantic whim. Trust us, it Now, we understand the op- won't be so romantic when portunity that arises, and that that's the only foundation of there are so niany possibili- a new level in the relationties and* we cannot possibly ship. _ .. tell you how to do ValenHere are some small things: tine's Day right. But we can Don't go to a place that try to prevent you from do- has a drive thru to celebrate. ing it horribly wrong. Unless that is a sentimental First of all, you shouldn't thing, it's probably not going heavily involve text mes- to set a good mood for the saging, because that is such rest of the day. an impersonal way of comDon't go all out but don't municating. And, as we all exactly go cheap. Though the know, it is horrible to use thought may count, somethat as both the catalyst and times a visual or tactile reend of events. Could you minder would be endearing. imagine how lost the impliDon't be reckless. Sure, it cations and emotions are in may be a good day for a date, asking someone out over text but unless you're both thrillor, worse.. .breaking up with seekers, I wouldn't suggest them. extreme events simply to Don't be secretive about make the day memorable . Valentine's Day to the point Don't think of those sappy, it would be considered cryp- romantic dates like the ones tic. You know that gets the you see in the lovey-dovey expectations up, and we movies. Chances are, you're doubt anyone can live up to not the only one thinking of BY KEANDRE WILLIAMS-CHAMBERS COPY EDITOR Restaurant for your buck Beat: Money Pit, the best bang B Y A LEX F RANCO SPORTS EDITOR • On the corner of Mission Avenue in San Marcos lies a building that most people would likely pass by and not notice. This green and white painted building, which at first appears to be a bank, is none other than San Marcos' very own Money Pit restaurant. The Money Pit is a traditional American fast food restaurant. It serves classic staples; among them are cheeseburgers, which can be stacked high with four patties and four slices of American cheese. The menu also offers a plethora of other American classic restaurant favorites such as sandwiches with anything you can dream of inside, salads loaded to the brim, chicken strips, hot dogs, corn dogs, handscooped milk shakes and everything in between. "We come here because it's amazing food at an unbeatable price. I would say it's right up there with In-N-Out Burger as far as taste goes," two customers, who frequently visit the restaurant regularly, said. Money Pit really takes its name to heart when it comes to restaurant decor. They have literally decorated every inch of the dining room with anything and everything money or financially related, from the floors covered with coins to the walls full of movie posters related to money and old American antiques. Thè atmosphere#4gjCorand food gets you in the door, but it is the service at The Money Pit that keeps you coming back again and again. Once you order your food and get your drink, sit down and let the staff at Money Pit bring your order to you, tableside, something not often seen at most fast food restaurants. There are plenty of reasons that Money Pit is a must-go place to eat, but it's up to you to go in and see for yourself why this is the only Money Pit around, and for good reason. Money Pit is open everyday from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p jn. and is located at 1360 £ . Mission Road in San Marcos, phone number (760) 743-7775. it, so it might be nice to think just a smidge out of the box to save yourself the problem of booked-solid restaurants and events. Don't throw things up in the air. If you're intending to do something for Valentine's Day, at least make some sort of plan for the day. Don't wing it just because spontaneity is romantic. There is a possibility that things just won't work out, and it woyldn't look like the thought that should count was put into the day. We also cannot stress it enough to not use this day as a cover for ulterior motives. Regardless of the level of intelligence of your somewhat-significant other, no one enjoys being played for benefit of another's fiilfilled desires. Keep both parties involved in mind, and always make certain that everything is done out of true and honest feelings, not just obligation. 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(800) 825-5278 w ww.apu.edu/explore/education g raduatecenter@apu.edu AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY God First Since 1899 HA AZUSA I HIGH DESERT I INLAND EMPIRE I LOS ANGELES I MURRIETA ORANGE COUNTY I SAN DIEGO I VENTURA COUNTY I ONLINE là �The 'feel' of Valentine's Day BY KEANDRE W ILLIAMS-CHAMBERS C OPY EDITOR C urrently t he possession, consumption o r sale o f alcoholic beverages o n California S tate U niversity San M arcos p roperty is prohibited unless approved by t he President of t he campus o r his/her designee. W e a s k e d : D o y ou think C S U S M is b etter remaining as a d ry campus o r d o y ou think t hat C S U S M should c onsider a transition t owards a w et campus? Transition t owards a R emain a d ry campus w et campus E ditors' t opics: a lcohol o n campus CSUSM has just been ranked the safest California university again, but some possible contributing factors to explain that could be the fact that we have an alcohol-free campus. Alcohol on campus could either drastically change our campus* safety and reputation or be an added benefit to " fun times'' on campus and draw more students. The Cougar Chronicle's editors weigh in on whether or not they think CSUSM should allow alcohol on campus. campus. -News Editor Melissa Martinez We should have a wet campus because school gets hectic and a drink at the end of the day could really do us all some good. Being a wet campus will create more of a campus life and have a better student life than what we have already. It will also drive more attendance at campus events because alcohol will be served and it can be very easily regulated because nothing drives students to events more than free food I believe that while than alcoholic beverages. CSUSM is still expanding, -Sports Editor we should remain a dry camAlex Franco pus. Our campus is small and Straying from a 'dry camunfortunately we've already pus' is not the best idea. Ofhad multiple deaths due to ten times alcohol is some-/ drinking. We are a small uni- thing that is blamed for versity, usually campuses be- instigating some of the probcome wet after they've been lematic situations that colestablished physically and lege students get themselves academically. I don't believe into. Everyone is entitled to we are ready to take the re- their own opinions about alsponsibility of legal drinking cohol and whether or not it is on campus. College students worth consuming. However, do not drink responsibly and its presence on campus is I don't believe our school not a necessity. If a person is is ready for more tragedy. going to college in order to College is about obtaining a become educated and earn degree, not social drinking. I their degree, then their focus think we need to focus on re- should be on that. Having alsponsible drinking and avoid cohol available too close to as many tragedies as pos- campus can become more of sible. If you're 21 and want a distraction than a benefit, a beer, there are multiple which ultimately defeats the bars around San Marcos. We desire for its presence. -Features Editor don't need to bring alcohol to Katlin Sweeney In light o f the fact that CSUSM was just ranked (again) the safest California university, it would not be a wise idea to allow alcohol on campus. As it is, I am sure a good part of the reason why we are the safest California university is because we have no alcohol anywhere around. I know that the crime rate would probably go up if alcohol were to be allowed, andjthe number of DUI's on campus and the surrounding areas would most definitely go up. Alcohol on campus is a bad idea and I hope they don't allow it. -Opinion Editor Jessie Gambrell I think CSUSM should be a wet campus. After all we are college students and this is our time to experiment. We have the University Police Department to protect us. Just because a school is considered a "wet campus" doesn't mean that studentswon't be getting carded. We are all here to get degrees and work hard for our future but drinking with friends has always been a college past time that the school should embrace. I don't encourage drinking for everyone but for those that do, I 'm sure it would be favored. -A & E Editor Juliana Stump C OUGAR C HRONICLE S TAFF E DITORS-IN-CHIEF Kristin Melody & Morgan Hall DESIGN EDITOR A & E EDITOR Juliana Stumpp C OPY EDITOR Morgan Hall Keandre Williams-Chambers N E W S EDITOR D ISTRIBUTION M ANAGER Melissa Martinez S P O R T S EDITOR Jessie Gambrell S ALES R EP Alex Franco Rogers Jaflfarian F EATURES EDITOR C ARTOONISTS Katlin Sweeney O PINION EDITOR Jessie Gambrell Faith Orcino A CADEMIC A DVISOR Pam Kragen P HOTOGRAP'HERS Anne Hall S TAFF Alfredo Aguilar Curtis Bovee Ryan Downs Jason Gonzales Karia Reyes Alison Seagle Kia Washington Surprisingly, it is that time of year. It has subtly taken us all by storm, and a great deal of us are at a loss for how to feel about this lovey-dovey celebration. But what should we feel? How many of us actually remember the history of Valentine's Day? To be quite honest, I know very little other than speculation and what I 've been told. Nonetheless, each and every description I 've heard involves "love" to a degree, and is often more keen on romantic love. Doing a broad online search, I 've discovered tidbits of information. There are many claims that the day is a celebration of Saint Valentine, patron saint of love, young people and happy marriages whose feast day is on Feb. 14. Some say that it involves a pre-Roman fertility festival that encompassed three days, taking place for the purging of evil spirits and deeds through sacrifice and blessings. Others involve theories of its fabrication into the capital world to ensure economic strength in an otherwise "dry spell" of holidays. What really gets me is the general agitation and apathy that is felt towards Val- entine's Day in the modern day-and-age. People regard it with disdain when they are without one to call their own, or with anxiety when romantically involved with another. There is stress all around, brought on by the almost unreal expectations. Let's be honest. For those of you who have a significant other, you may say that this day is not all that important, but this day has some amount of observance simply in the essence it gives o ff. It's the so-called day of love, so of course some people expect at least some opportunistic displays of love on this day. And J can imagine there is a good amount of disappointment when or if it doesn't happen. As for all the happily single people, and those who profess this day to be "Singles Awareness Day," I think the resentment has something to do with it, I mean, come on. Whose day wouldn't be considerably brightened some sudden and unprovoked proclamation of love on a momentous day? I can honestly say my world would tilt on its axis if that happened to me. I stand in my belief that this is simply a slightly more special day because of the heavy - emotional overtones everywhere. I can't ignore it; it's quite impossible. I can imagine that many times throughout the day, I 'll be greeted by unrealisticallyshaped cardio organs, sickening shades of pink and red and people being, as I said, lovey-dovey all over the place. Ah, h ow.. .lovely. That being said, Valentine's Day is a day in recognition by many people across the country and, furthermore, around the world. I can't deny its existence, and have little reason to be at odds against it for anything other than my own personal reasons. But I 've yet to decide whether I want to bahhumbug it out or play Cupid for a day. Decisions, decisions. Cougar asks: what are y our plans for Valentine's Day? John Kubik, history major: "SpeiidMg the ¿ ay with my kids* ra KB Phil Trail, sociology major: | "Avoid everyone...by the way, l9m available t hat night!* Patty Garcia:{ | g | i l "Hang out with E F my IHehds Ben & W r Jerry and watch Y reruns of whatever shows I haven't watched that week* Join our staff! W eekly meetings e very Tuesday, n oon - 12:45, C raven 3500 N o e xperience necessary SENIOR STAFF W RITER gj ! Mario Clay: j I "Go to school, have H P happy hour ét Players, f then dinner at Grand Avenue &aiv and jmaybe dancing at thè Alley* Wayne Twaddell, accounting major: "No plans* j Jessica Muñoz, j kinesiology major: "Going to make din^ ner for my boyfriend and just stay in and watch movies" i B Y ALISON SEAGLE * Kevin Conley, mk f business ma|or: V "Spend a lonely f night with my computer and a bottle of Jack" C ONTACTS csusm.cougarchronide@gmail.com cougarchron.layout@gmail.com cougarchron.news@gmail.com cougarchron.sports@gmail.com cougarchron.features@gmail.com cougarchron.opinion@gmail.com cougarchronjirts@gmail.com csusmchronicle.advertising@gmail.com Our Website: csusmchronide.com Office Phone: 760 - 750 - 6099 Office Fax: 780 - 750 - 3345 Our office is located in Craven 3500 The Cougar Chronicle is published twice a month on Wednesdays during the academic year. Distribution includes 1,500 copies across 13 stands positioned throughout die CSUSM campus. Letters to the Editor should include a first and last name and should be under 300 words, submitted via email. It is the policy ofThe Cougar Chronicle not to print anonymous letters. The Cougar Chronicle reserves the right to reject any Letter to the Editor for any reason. �A&E A & E Editor: Juliana Stumpp cougarchron.arts@gmail.com T HE COUGAR CHRONICLE, W EDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 , 2 0 1 3 THE SHU^hLE H ope mixed with motivation for change Father Boyle gives lecture t o inspire students as part of Arts & Lectures series B Y KARLA REYES SENIOR STAFF W RITER B Y K ATUN SWEENEY W ith Valentines day just a round t he c orner, y ou a re f orced FEATURES EDITOR t o find creative alternatives f or this year's Valentine's gift for that special s omeone, even if t hat s omeone is yourself Forever alone w on't seem t oo bad after y ou listen t o this "Baby Making M usic" mix. S o bust t hese tunes and add s ome hearts on t he c over and viola a sweet, budget friendly gift. " Thinkin Bout Y ou" by F rank Ocean Regardless of w ho y ou think w on Sunday's tiff w ith C hris Brown, Frank O cean s cores big w ith this number.This song is filled w ith soothing falsettos, a m ellow beat and lyrics t hat reference both nostalgia and love.This b ittersweet melody was performed a t C oachella 2012 and has m ade it t o t he Top U .K Billboard hits. " Promise" by C iara W hat can be sexier than having t he beautiful C iara tell y ou that she is willing t o commit? T he beat is a great juxtaposition of h er dance songs and h er amorous, doting side. It slows t he pace d own and really allows y ou t o reminisce about y our first love o r daydream about a future love. W ithout a doubt, this song w ill grab y ou by t hé hand. " The Z one" by T he W eeknd Feat. Drake Like most . ofTheWeeknd's songs, this collaboration is overdosing w ith sex appeal. Featured o n his second mixtape "Thursday," this song w ith D rake provides a good balance t o 7 Next week, students will be able to enjoy a lecture by noted humanitarian Father Boyle as he educates the public on the importance of compassion. "Tattoos on the Heart" is on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. at the CSUSM Pavillion in Lot N off of Campus View Dr. One of the first events of the Arts & Lectures series scheduled for this spring, "Tattoos on the Heart" is the product of the hard work of Father Gregory Boyle. The lecture follows his journey to prevent the increase of youth either in risk of becoming or currently involved in gangs in East Los Angeles' barrio communities: He has dedicated 25 years of his life tofindingout what triggers an adolescents' desire to join a gang, and to finding ways to motivate youth to see other avenues of life for themselves. Having spoken to and worked with many of those heavily affected by gang violence, Father Boyle provides valuable insight int<* the world beyond what many people see. Since starting out in 1988, his efforts to spark change evolved into the creation of Homeboy Industries. Its existence has made a tremendous impact in the community, further contributing*to the decrease of youth involved in gangs. Besides his intervention programs, Boyle's impressive success has spanned numerous categories. His novel, "Tattoos on the Heart: The Boundless Power of Compassion," which contributes to the lecture's title, is a New York Times bestseller. In addition to this, he has been recognized for his work with at-risk youth, which earned him a spot in the California Hall of Fame. T attoos on t he H eart THE POWER OF BOUNDLESS COMPASSION Gregory Boyle Founder or Homeboy Industries For those in attendance at the "Tattoos on the Heart" lecture, Father Boyle will bring audience members stories of hope and information on an extremely impprtant topic. Students and community members that are interested in going can purchase tickets online at the Arts & Lectures portion of the CSUSM website. thé slow t empo and t he bewitching falsettos.The song is so raw and captivating, y ou will have it o n repeat. "Nice and Slow" by Usher T his song is responsible f or t he arms-length-away rule at t he middle schools dances.This track is extremely appropriate f or both Valentines Day and throwback Thursday, w ith a smooth y et catchy beat t o boot. U sher proved t o be quite t he R &B singer w ith this song, which can b e found in his second album " My W ay." " Between the sheets" by Isley Brothers T he source of countless o ther music sample, this timeless track is t he e pitome of classy and sexy, baby makin' music. It is romantic in t he smooth-talking kind of way, y et w ith just the right amount of sexy. It is so versatile that it even made an appearance in t he " Grand T heft A uto: San A ndres" v ideo game.This sông has w ith s tood t he t est of time f or a reason. T he Cougar's DenrThe Jumping Turtle is a 'jumping' place for bands B Y ALISON SEAGLE SENIOR STAFF W RITER Anyone looking for a dive bar serving up more than just your usual bowl of nuts should check out the deUcious deals The Jumping Turtle has to offer. Located on Capalina Road, right off the Rancho Santa Fe exit of the 78; The Jumping Turtle is just a hop, skip and jump away for students looking for either a quick bite For y our Entertainment ' Good W ill Hunting' and 'American H orror S tory' ing Original Screen Play (Affleck and Damon) and several critically-acclaimed honors, "Good Will Hunt"Good Will Hunting" ing" still serves the role as , Written by best friends Ben one of the greatest American Affleck and Matt Damon, the movies of all time. "American Horror Story" story centers on a troubled youth growing up without Must watch episode: Seaparents who is too intelligent for the situation he's living son 1, Episodes 4 & 5: Halin. loween I've never been so drawn After completing a complex equation that would to the suspense in a . televitake the smartest students sion program before. "American Horror Story" in the country an entire semester to soive Will Hunting offers fear, provocative (played by Damon) solves in character development and a matter of minutes during a psychological thriller that his night shift as a janitor at keep you up for nights at a time, either because you're MIT. When professors notice the so scared you can't sleep, immense intelligence that he you're glued to the screen holds, he is advised to see watching every episode or a psychologist (played by you're witnessing new charRobin Wiiliams) who shows acters unfold with the history him what possibilities his of a murder house unlike any other. Though the story Ryan gift could bring. Taking home an Academy Murphy and Brad Falchuk Award for Best Supporting created is not a pretty one, Actor (Williams), Best Writ- " the haunted house tale is :ab for lunch or a place to grab I bar also has a few drink specials, with a rotating a beer and listen to some selection of microbrew bands jam out. beers and liquors that The Jumping Turtle change depending on seaoffers daily food spesonal availability and popucials, including: slider Mondays, taco Tuesdays, larity. The Jumping Turtleeerves meatball Wednesdays, hot wing Thursdays, pizza up a wide selection of shows Fridays, burger Satur- as well, including rock, days and fajita Sundays. pop, metal, reggae and The food is not prepared comedy. Most shows start frozen but made fresh in the around 8 or 9 p.m., and kitchen. They make their tickets are usually $5 or own chips for the nachos, $10. Ah hour prior to a and the salads are huge. The show is when The Turtle il) Red Bull Thre3style U event mixes things up for San Diego college DJs B Y JASON GONZALES STAFF W RITER BY MELISSA MARTINEZ NEWS EDITOR perfectly unpredictable and each episode dives deeper into moments of a Victorian house with many secrets. If you are not sure whether "American Horror Story" will interest you, watch the first episode. I guarantee you will fall in love with this psycho-sexual thriller and the fate of those living it. starts to get "jumping." They even feature Rock Band Night on Sundays, and have several big screen TVs to catch a game. There* are also two pool tables located next to the dance floor and stage. Most shows are 21 or lder, ol( but there is a calendar on the Jumping Turtle's website, http://thejumpingturtle .com/enhancedCalendar.cfm, available to see performance details and daily specials. Being the Red Bull Thre3style Champion is considered to be a top honor amongst aspiring DJs across the world, but Red Bull Thre3style U gives student DJs the same opportunity to showcase their skills at a professional level. On Feb. 28, San Diego will host its very own Red Bull Thre3style U event at Typhoon Saloon in the heart of downtown Pacific Beach. There will be five students representing the four major universities in San Diego County. Students from CSUSM, UCSD, USD and SDSU will compete to win a $1,000 cash prize and bragging rights. At this time, CSUSM is still attempting to select a representative but one contender views Red Bull ThreSstyle U as an opportunity. "After feeling how much love and support the CSUSM community has given me these last few months, I would be honored to represent us at the upcoming Redbull Thre3style Competition in [Pacific Beach j " hopeful Edric Quintong said. Unlike other DJ battles that are based solely on technical aspects, Red Bull Thre3style U focuses on creativity and originality that seeks to find the DJ that has best perfected the true art of "rockiii' the party." Competing DJs are given 15 minutes and the challenge to play three different genres of mu sic while keeping the crowd moving. The winner is chosen based on track s election, creativity, mixing skills, stage p resence and crowd reaction. "This com- petition is more than just your ordinary DJ set downtown. It involves skill, creativity, and ultimately crowd response," Quintong said. L^A panel of high-profile individuals, including the winner of the Jan. 17 Red Bull Thre3style San Diego Sub Qualifier, will judge the event. Follow @RedBullSD or on Instagram to hear who has been chosen to represent CSUSM and for more information on this event. �A & E Editor: Juliana Stumpp cougarchron.arts@gmail.com Student A Hi l ake Time For L © ve" b y f€i%b Orgin© ^àL Middle of January Late December Valentine's Day It's almost the New Year and stores are dready setting up f or Valentine's Day!? X still have time. It's a month away, ^m February 13th Hope you all have a lovely Valentine's Day! A Good Read:'Last One Down the AisleWins' Top five love stories youVe 10 keys t o a fabulous single life now and an even better marriage later B Y A LISON S EAGLE SENIOR STAFF WRITER Love is in the air, Or for some, maybe it's not this Valentine's Day. Whether in a relationship or not, Shannon Fox and Celeste Liversidge's book, "Last One Down the Aisle Wins" is a great guidebook f or anyone navigating their 20s. Though the authors write to a female audience, the advice given in the book is really applicable to both genders. After the authors point 6ut some statistics that state the chances of staying married double if you get married after the age of 25, and they review their top 10 reasons why people get married too young, they go on to cover 10 keys for having an awesome journey through: your 20s. Topics throughout the book include: friendships, family life, career path, finances, emotional management, body image, independence, spirituality, sex and adventure. Each chapter has quizzes so the reader can get a feel for where they stand on the topic. It also gives real-world accounts of others who have made mistakes and offers ad- vice for how the reader can figure out what track they want to get on and how to make it happen for themselves. The authors also include their personal insights from time to time. Shannon Fox is a marriage counselor and Celeste Liversidge is a lawyer who practices family law. Both women have seen their fair share of clients whose marriages have gone bad, which is what inspired them to write this book. So whether someone is happily head-over-heels in a relationship and just needs a reality check, or someone probably never seen " Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind** (2004) 1 After Joel (played by Jim Carrey) finds out Clementine (played by Kate Winslet), his new, interesting significant other has had a procedure to delete him from her memory; he attempts to do the same. However, through reliving his experiences, he isn't ready to have this chapter of his life erased: The film chronicles his memories mp»»» m attempting to restore their memories together. - Melissa Martinez "Once" (2006) On* tL from childhood through adulthood hiding Clementine from destruction and 3 ) It's hard to get more obscure than a movie that pre- ^ miered at the Galway Film Festival in Ireland, but it's also harder to find a film this sweet and charming. JJjf^ S HANNON F OX A ND C ELESTE L IVERSIOGE There's not a huge plot beyond two unnamed musicians who fall in love in Dublin while writing songs together, but the way they communicate their feelings through music is more beautiful than most American romance films.-Ryan Downs "In A Day" (2006) who feels like they are wasting their 20s because they're not in a relationship, this book is a must read. This is a welcomed alternative to the romantic comedy genre that otherwise can be pretty predictable. Lorraine Pilkington and Finlay Robertson star in this quirky British indie that gives love a new definition. Rather than providing a tired script with characters that have SSSSf been seen countless times before, this film transports the viewer onto the streets with characters as they explore their blooming relationship. -Katlin Sweeny "Lars and t heRealGtrl" (2007) Lars (played by Ryan Gosling) isolates himself from his family, co-workers and community yet is still loved and accepted. Insert his new girlfriend, Bianca who is a sex doll. As Lars develops this delusional relationship, he learns to accept the love of others and himself, who is reflected through Bianca. It's a great film that shows 55th Grammy Awards on Feb. 10. Song of t he Y ear how t o love the ones you "Moonrise Kingdom" (2012) " The A Team" by Ed Sheeran " Adorn" by Miguel Pimentel This romantic comedy is set in New England during the "Call Me Maybe" '60s. Two young lovers, decide to run away after their by Carly Rae Jepsen ' parents find out about their relationship and forbid "Stronger" ( What Doesn't Kill You) them to see each other. They decide to live out in the by Kelly Clarkson woods, using scout skills, meanwhile the town has gone crazy looking for them.Thefilmis certainly outside the " W e A re Young" b Fun feat Janelle Monae Record of t he Y ear "Lonely B oy" by The Black Keys "Stronger ( What Doesn't Kill You)" by Kelly Clarkson ' "We A re Young" by Fun care about and delivers a quirky yet heartwarming meaning to "guess who is coming to dinner." -Juliana Stumpp realm of a normal love story. -Karla Reyes The Comic Book Corner: The graphic 'Grim Leaper' B Y F AITH O RCINO CARTOONIST . feat Janelle Monae "Somebody That I Used To K now" by Gotye feat. Kimbra "Thinkin Bout You" by Frank Ocean _ _ " W e A re Never Ever Getting EVERYTHING C ÖLLE8E, ESPECIALLY M USIC. Back Together" by Taylor Swift B est N ew A rtist ^Alabama Shakes Fun _ Hunter-Hayes ^The Lumineers Frank Ocean A lbum of t he Y ear " El Camino,"The Black Keys "Some Nights," Fun "Babel," Mumford and Sons /'Channel Orange," Frank Ocean "Blunderbuss," Jack W hite With Valentine's Day approaching, independent publishers Image and Shadowline has a comic mini-series that is "a love story to die for." Writer Kurds J . Webe and artist Aluisio C. Santos po-created "Grim Leaper," a four-issue story which independent comic publishers Image and Shadowline released in 2012. Readers enter the strange life, or rather lives of Lou Collins. He is trapped in a cycle of reincarnation, taking over the lives of others and trying to survive the fate of this curse. Shortly after his 13th funeral, Lou meets Ella, a woman with the same curse as him. The two do their best to find an end to the curse while staying alive, f or at least longer than their previous life. The series is not for the light-hearted. There are a number of graphic scenes, most concerning Lou's and Ella's deaths, and is also filled with crude language. The comic i s more orientated to mature readers and those who can handle a; bit of blood and guts. Still,;the story has an interesting way of handling the idea of love. Santos's art is complementary to Webe's writing, especially with the unique color schemes and composition of the panels. For more information, visit your local comic vendor and/or imagecomics.com. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource <h2>2012-2013</h2> Description An account of the resource The twenty-third academic year at the California State University San Marcos. 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The issue includes stories of the ASI election, campus sports, and Valentine's Day. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 alcohol election Father Boyle fraternities sports spring 2013 Valentine's Day