1 150 29 https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/735e5e0e7aeb4371416183d3f09aad84.pdf 36819688f37860ee0bfecdb9198a68b7 PDF Text Text T HI JF CP 1 RV PI 11 LM CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS www.thecsusmpride.com ÍINDEPENDENT S TUDENT NEWSPAPER T U E S D A Y , A U G U S T 28, VOL. XVIII NO. 1 2007 Informingdoor to University Police visit U VA a nd n earby campus student residents to .speak on r ape prevention umbers BY PAMELA CASTILLO Pride Staff Writer University Police are taking an active role in educating students about rape. Officers went door-to-door to talk with University Village residents and students living at the Prominence apartment complex near campus about the dangers of intoxication, the Rape Aggression Defense program university and the night escort service. " Our goal is to contact 80 percent of the people who live in residence," said Lt. Douglass Miller of the University Police. "We set the goals high because we have high expectations." Some points communicated to students were to d rink in moderation, don't d rink and drive, don't leave your d rink unattended, and watch out for your f riends. Students were given a hand out that states, "If she's wasted, intoxicated, asleep, or unconscious, she cannot give legal wmmmmm ««Mil • I Photo by Pamela Castillo / The Pride Officer Troy Holmes speaks to UVA residents Candace Chavez and Meagen Heying on the dangers of intoxication, the Rape Aggression Defense program and the night escort service. consent, even if she said 'yes.' " University Police also gave bookmarks to the campus bookstore to distribute to students as they purchase textbooks. "We don't have a big his- report showed one forced sexual assault on campus property. United States Department of Justice reports that "college women are more at risk for rape and other forms of sexual assault tory (of rape) here," M iller said. than w omen the s ame a ge b ut n ot "Does it happen here? I hope not, but . .. statistics show u s that it probably does happen." A 2005 in college" and "90 percent of Total tenured/tenure-track faculty (This number is up to date] but is subject to change further into the semester} See P OLICE, page 2 Mens & Womens collegiate sports j-pofYic (For mors information on CSUSMs Athletics department visit \ wwwxmmMuMhfetm) Student organizations Picnic with t he Presidents Above: On Friday, Aug. 24, "Picnic with the Presidents" kicked off the first of many ASI events of the new academic year. President Karen Haynes and ASI President/CEO Caitlin Gelrud offered brief speeches about each others presidential roles. Right: Presidents Karen Haynes and Caitlin Gelrud socialized with students, while at the "Picnic with the Presidents," one of the several events ASI has in store for Welcome Week. Photos by Pamela Castillo / The Pride Independent student newspaper (Enrollment and faculty information gathered through http://wwwMSu$m.edu/ip and Academic Resources} Former Pride á^p^Sii^lílil^ experiences and update us on their -l i v e s i l f c e r ì t ì à m K l È S i pages 4 & 5 �T HE CIPRIDE EDITOR M CHIEF Jason Encabo F J DE^CSl/SM.ïDU R SALES REFKESENTATIYB Patrick Devlin ADVISOR JOANANDEKSON From P OLICE, page 1 college women who are victims of rape or attempted rape know their assailant." Men also can b e raped, but the numbers appear to be less because men may b e less inclined to report the crime. Whether a man is raped by a woman or by another man, the FBI's Uniform Crime Report does not report male rape. The Women's Center provides information on counseling services that are available to students. Center President Herminia Ramirez approves of the initiative taken by University Police. " I t hink it's great," Ramirez said. "Rape is a very delicate subject, and I don't think people talk about it enough." » mMMÊmmÊÊÈ^ 1 11 Mi mm STAFF W RITER PAMELA CASTI1LQ DAVID CHURCH JONATÜAK THOMPSON CARTOONISTS J N Y Bigpon0| EN mm Photo by Pamela Castillo / The Pride Officer Troy Holmes gives pamphlets to UVA residents during the University Police visit. All Q $mm$ and tetters t o the editor, published to T he S^rWfe represent t he c ftoioiis of t he m$M% m i à o n ot Bee* essarily represeiit t he views o f T i e R rtd4 o r o fCaüf<rma State Oàivèrsity San Marcos. Unsigned editorials represent tine majority opinion of T he Pride editorial board. L etters t o t he e ditor s hould Include a n a ddress, t elephone n umber, e -mail a nd identification« L etters mny be e dited for g rammar a nd length* L etters s hould b e i mrier 3 M w ords a nd s ubmitted v ia e lectronic m all t o p ride@csiism,edii $ r ather ihm t o^the i ndividual e ditors^ It i s t he policy o f The! 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Although I should be happy as I was able to watch the Anaheim Ducks hoist the cup at the Honda Center as well as see the San Antonio Spurs win another NBA championship. This was a summer to remember for me in the sports world, but there are things I want to forget. Let me start with Michael Vick who deserves everything that is coming to him. This is the same guy who last year told his brother Marcus to clean up his act and stop getting into trouble. But now, it is big brother who will learn the consequences of disobeying the law, as he faces 2 years in jail and a possible lifetime ban from the NFL that he truly deserves. But what do you expect when you are giving players like Vick, Tank Johnson and Adam "Pacman" Jones millions of dollars. All they know how to do w ith, money is cause headaches for themselves, their families, teams and the sport. On August 7, 2007, Barry Bonds asterisked the record book by passing Hank Aaron to become the all-time homerun leader. Although I don't feel that an asterisk is fully necessary for this record as batters are not the only ones who are juicing. We were reminded about Clay Hensley failing a steroid test in the minor leagues while Bonds was running the bases to his record tying homerun at Petco Park. The only good thing about | Í 1 : 1 1 I W o m é n f S % è r v s. Ù ê S §| AUG. 29 Men'sSocceratCSU¡ Women's Soc< Hl M ert^s p F |5i| Women's Ç rosÂgnm Balboa Pi 'omen's SI SÉPT. 5 SEPT. 6 Men's S peer a tfinfLoma f at Master's Women's Women's SEPT 4 Bonds' record is that in 6 years, Alex Rodriguez will be knocking Bonds off that pedestal. Lastly, NBA referee Tim Donaghy found a way to hurt the game a little bit more by admitting to gambling on NBA games he officiated. It will now be up to David Stern to fix the mess that Donaghy has created for him as Donaghy faces 25 years in jail. As for Donaghy, he will have been forgotten by start of the season as their will be talk going on about another NBA player breaking another law or Kobe Bryant holding out on the Lakers because they are not up to Kobe's caliber. But don't get me wrong here, there was more to the summer that is definitely worth mentioning. Like I said earlier, the Ducks won the Cup, the Spurs won the championship and talk about Bonds has finally died down. But the best thing that happened this summer for baseball was the induction to the MLB Hall of Fame for Tony Gwynn and Cal Ripken Jr., two players who deserved to be in Cooperstown. As for my summer, it was one I will never forget. I spent time with my girlfriend and our families. Made a $100 investment on the Philadelphia Flyers to win the Stanley Cup next year with 100:1 odds and I was also able to improve my golf swing and my handicap. But the one thing I am going to miss about summer is the two months off of doing nothing. Comments can be sent to churc009@csusm.edu and pride@csusm.edu. lÖ^Tß Women's Soccer at Biola SEPT 21 Men's Soccer at UC-San Diego SEPT 24 S |PT 7 Men's S<fccerlfáá|áPacific I -t3;^::iaÂmen's' ; So^eràtXzusa Pacific SEPT. 20 Men's Soccer at CSUDH i Women's Soccer at CSUDH SEI» S Men's Cross*Countryat|ivers|de Invitational Invitational Men'sCroSs-Country at UCI Invitational Wöipen^ C r o s s k ì o t ^ l l ï ï ^ - i Ä m e n ' s W h m at Concordia (F$r mom information m CSUSM sportsvísü www.csusm.edu/atMeiics} �Proud lives Former staffers talk PatrickLong MatthewS chramm Class of 2006 Class of 2006 Former Pride editor is now attending law school. It's hard for me to imagine that over a year and half has past since I passed the reigns of the Pride newspaper over to David Gatley. It seems like only yesterday I was spending all of my spare time in-between classes and after school situating the paper together with what I consider a group of talented writers and designers. Inevitably, the newspaper struggles every year producing stories for the first issue. More recently, the paper also struggles with recruiting staff writers. I cahnot ijtge student^ enough on how important the paper is to the campus. It brings not only information to the stM dent, but it is also the only voice o ftthe students on campus r un by students. There are many options for students to participate" kr the paper that range f rom submitting one article-for the opinion section to writing every week for multifile sections. For m e| I have two main reasons why I think the newspaper was important for my academic career at Cal State San Marcos. First, The Pride was a boost in my academic career. The school newspaper was a burden of love. It took all of my spare time but I was able to see a result of our hard collaborated work every week. The portfolio of work I produced became a tangible product of my time in school. I've displayed it for interviews both in the academic and professional arenas. Coupled with my Literature and Writing degree, which, in my humblest opinion, is the best degree Cal State San Marcos offers, the newspaper really opened up doors for me. My first motivation right after graduation was to apply to law school. I feel that the analytic reasoning skills that are required for an English degree are an essential component for thefieldof law. An English degree requires close reading. This attentive reading has developed my ability to understand texts' implicit and explicit meanings and my ability to generate lucid and convincing writing. Former Pride staffer is attending graduate school at CSUSM. In order t o help with my writing and analytic skills, I signed up to be a staff writer for the student newspaper, The Pride, atCafl State San Marcos. A fter one semester, the advisor a§ked me to become the editor-in-chief based oA my natural ability to lead and comprehend the intricate nature of journalism. Second, the Pride Newspaper helped build relationships at the school that became important in both my personal life, academic, and professional life. I made several good friends at the Pride. Not only did we bond on campus, but we still stay in contact. I still even let Michael Dolan call me on occasion just to be nice. My relations through the Pride helped me land my first job as a writer for a military contract company. Also, my reputation through the newspaper helped me obtain some very eloquent letters of recommendation for law school. The Pride is not for everyone though. I saw a lot of people come and go. It takes hard work and dedication to a quality product. It even drove some of the writers to try a different beer every week. On the plus side, he wrote a great article for each one. As for me, the best experience was management. The ability to get the writers to turn their stories in early and proof read was a true example of my leadership. JoshSandoval Class of 2007 Former Pride columnist now works for the Los Angeles Times. This is an awkward time of the year for me because I've graduated and I'm no longer trying to come up with a column idea for Jock Talk With Josh. I'm not shedding too many tears because I am now living the life I've always wanted and it's due in large part to The Pride/ I now work for the Los Angeles Times, specifically on the Calendar/Entertainment section. That's what brought me to Los Angeles, but another opportunity is keeping me in Lala land. I 'm a writer and co-director on a new comedy TV show called "The Homies Show." The show is part stop animation based on the Homies figurines which have been sold in vending machines for a decade. The other part of the show is hip-hop music videos. Think Beavis & Butthead meets The Simpson's. We're starting out in the top 13 markets like Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, and Miami. If it's successful it will spread to other cities like San Diego. The Pride allowed me to be as creative as I could be. I took the thing I knew the most about, sports, and brought that aspect to the newspaper. It led to the San Diego Union-Tribune which led to the Times, and a TV show. I never figured my knowledge of useless baseball statistics would lead to where I am currently. If there's something you're passionate about you'll never know where it can lead until you're ready to take action. Joining The Pride back in 2003 was the best decision I've ever made. If you're thinking about joining the newspaper, just do it If you have questions about anything feel free to contact me at Joshua.Sandoval@latimes.com and I'm more than willing to help out anyone from CSUSM. It has been over a year and a half since my name has appeared in print at The Pride. Until recently, it had been a while since I'd even stepped foot on CSUSM. But my time at The Pride has stayed with me longer than most of the memories and events of my undergraduate career at Cal State San Marcos. I spent several semesters working for The Pride; first as a reporter, than as ombudsman, and finally as managing editor. And perhaps my favorite of all: I started and maintained the original "Beer of the Week" column at The Pride. Along with all that, during my time at The Pride I had the honor of working alongside some of the greats in the recent history of The Pride including Michael Dolan, Patrick Long, David Gatley, and Jason Encabo. Since graduating and leaving The Pride behind though, a lot has occurred in my life. The beach, concerts, girls, beer, my hammock, parties, more beer, and even a fist fight thrown in for good measure... oh, and work too, have seemingly consumed my life in the void of college and books. Yet since I left The Pride, I've also done one other thing: I've become a writer. In the last year I got a j ob writing press releases, as well as other creative and technical pieces, for a consulting company and a hip-hop artist (imagine that) - all because of the experience I gained at The Pride. I have also taken my creative writing skills to the next level, writing short stories and aiming toward what I hope will one day prove a f ruitful career as a freelance writer. In essence, becoming a writer is what I always wanted, but never seriously pursued before my time at The Pride. Indeed, I owe much to The Pride for helping me achieve my aspirations and helping me gain the experience, knowledge, and confidence to truly pursue a career in writing. The Pride gives those who have the skill and drive to achieve, a means by which to do it, and never has a college campus had a better or easier newspaper to join: all it takes is a little motivation and dedication. Whether you want to pursue journalism, media, cartooning, editorship, layout artistry, or just writing in general, The Pride is an opportunity not to be missed. And at least for me, if nothing else, I still get to tell people about the time I used to write a weekly column about beer. Michael Dolan Class of 2004 Former Pride editor and ombudsman now works as a copy editor/page designer for the San Diego Union-Tribune, Today's Local News. The Pride is a chance for a P ride. Cal State San Marcos student to prove he or she can do something. It is as simple as that. The job market has changed, and companies no longer are interested in rewarding you for your academic achievements. Companies want " somebody who can produce work right awayfOnce you have graduated from college, the stress of finding work really kicks in. You will want to be as prepared as possible and look as marketable as possible when searching for a job. The Pride can do that for you. I spent two years on The Pride staff: one as ombudsman and one as co-editor-in-chief. It was my experience at The Pride that led me directly to my j ob as a copy editor/page designer for the San Diego Union-Tribune and Today's Local News. The degree was a formality when applying for a job J /VÄ you teaJ-^oot/dJo£ skills. Photo ¿y Chad Spìnte in the real world; my experience and my ability to prove that I could produce something of value got me the job. The Pride can give you experience to build on later in your career. You will broaden your view of what is happening on campus, be able to assess information from multiple sources and learn how to function effectively under deadline pressure. All these skills will help you in the real world. By the time you leave Cal State San Marcos, you will want to be able to show a prospective employer you can do something. Come work for The Pride and gain skills that contribute to student life while you are on campus and will help once you have graduated. �about their time at The Pride and life after SarahSpinks Class of 2004 Former Pride staffer works as a tattoo artist at American Tattoo in Bonsall. I remember deciding in the summer of 2003 that I would like to participate on campus more. It seemed that the university continued to over charge its constituents for everything from new editions of standard texts to paying an absurd amount of money to park in a dimly lit dirt lot. Plus, I was just tired of all the conservatism on campus, because the way I saw it that was a detriment to expanding your experiences. My decision was to have my own comic strip in The Pride, and as my previous experiences at Cal State San Marcos had proved, it would not be hard. There would be no competition, no line of students battling it out for the space in print. My suspicions were proved right at the beginning of that fall semester when I not only volunteered for my weekly comic strip contribution, "Emma," but I also became the news editor of the The Pride. The student newspaper, especially my comic strip, became an avenue in which I could air my grievances, point out the everyday life of the average student and question the authority on campus. Every week I had to write my storyline out and then draw the scenes to correspond with it. Some strips were better than others, but I did get better and I completely reconnected with a passion of mine: drawing. I graduated from college and toyed with the idea of writing for a living, but found that I didn't have the fight in me necessary to making this happen. ChadSpinks Class of 2004 Former Pride staffer now works at Today's Local News as a graphic designer. I had a lot ofjobs the year after I graduated. I canvassed with the Democratic National Committee; I took school pictures; and I worked at Starbucks at four in the morning. Then I was approached with an opportunity to work at a tattoo shop again. I knew the pay would be horrible, and the people would be jerks, but I would be able to draw again. And I secretly hoped that by showing off my skill and ability to draw I would be offered a tattoo apprenticeship. My wish came true, but then came the work and I had to tell my family. Let's just say they weren't pleased, and my Grandma expressed her disappointment. That one hurt the most. But all those old people have made a lot of mistakes themselves, and I would never want to make the mistake of doing something that didn't make me happy. Someone once told me, "Going to a j ob you don't like is like being married to someone you don't love." Being an apprentice was one of the more challenging experiences of my life, for many reasons, but I had the fight in me. Drawing makes every- j thing in the world disappear. It is better than any other form of escape I use in my life, and I can never stop learning new things as I draw. The Pride gave me somewhere to put my energy and we worked as a team most of the time. I made some of the existence of cyberspace. It can be erased with the click of a button, never to be remembered. I always would pick up the new issue when it hit the stands — despite all of the errors, asinine arguments and predictable stories about parking and fee hikes. The crude presentation was a part of the charm, but I felt that rather than complain about how crappy the student newspaper was, I decided to join the staff and see if I could help. I found being on the newspaper staff as rewarding as it was challenging. I participated in writing and designing, and created a comic strip called "Beer Nuts." The paper was never perfect, but we all had a sense of satisfaction when somebody would call the office to tell us how bad the paper sucked. We would respond politely with, "Would you like to help? We need enthusiastic and passionate students like yourself to participate." They wouldieither hang up or shyly respond with "No thanks." But.every once in a while, somebody would take you up I still remember the first day of class for The Pride in the fall 2003. It was f ull of students with no journalism experience or newspaper background, but all expressed genuine interest in being a part of the paper. There were no returning students f rom the, previous year's newspaper, and the adviser was new to the school. We were building f rom square one, which made it seem limitless. We slowly accepted roles and volunteered responsibilities. We made it happen. The idea of a student newspaper is integral to having # student voice on campus. In the age of the Internet, people are arguing that newspapers are a thing of the past andTwebsite arid blogs are the wave of the f uturif 1 ^ But Web-based content, will never compare to a tangible, physical newspaper. There is something about hdlding a newspaper and seeing the efforts of the writers, editors and designers pulling together to create a printed product in a form that you can fold up and take with you anywhere. I still have the issue that I was in as a sophomore. A s I sat in Founders Plaza, a student f rom the newspaper s taff asked to take my picture and get a quote f rom me about my thoughts on the Columbine shooting. I was so excited, and to see my picture in print was pretty cool. I felt as though I had made some kind of permanence in the annals of Cal State San Marcos. You will never get that emotion from a 77?, Ptide. provides Web site. I see Web content as a temporary mark of binary code in the soulless a tana^/e. product greatest friendships of my life and worked really hard for very little pay. I could have taken that strength anywhere, but I feel so fortunate that I was able to take it on to something I love so much: being an artist. on the offer. "How can I help?" they would ask. "Do you have a camera? Do you like writing? Take pictures, write stories" That's the beauty of a school paper; if you express interest, you can make it happen. When I heard that The Pride has been under scrutiny and faced with an uncertain future, I felt ashamed that such an important tradition of student life and identity would be threatened. It makes sense though. The student newspaper always has been an outlet for dissenters and outspoken individuals to express concern over how their school is being run. If there is no newspaper, who will be the voice of the students on campus? Student government? In my experience with student government, they are acting under the higher hand of the administration and generally express the voice of the average student who just wants to go to school to for the sake of learning, rather than joining a bunch of clubs and participating in the great student life at Cal State San Marcos. Don't get me wrong, there should be student elections, but the newspaper will always serve as the true voice of the students, grammatical errors and all. I am fortunate to have found a job in the journalism field. I have been working for two years as a page designer for Today's local news. I love being able to be creative everyday and seeing a product that I can hold. I still hear complaints about how bad the paper sucks, but journalist are generally unphased by this and trudge on knowing that the public is more apt to complain than it is to praise. The newspaper industry is in a bad place with many papers going under due to a lack of advertising revenue. 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With each year of summer birth transcends summer death, a gloomy and unwanted realization of the beginning of another semester. Beach Bum Blonde Ale captures the taste and attitude of a southern Californian summer that many Cougars cherish. Anheuser-Busch began in 1860 and operates from St. Louis, Missouri. Currently, the brewery classifies as the third largest brewing company in the world. The brewery corners the market with their new marketing program titled Seasonal Draught. Seasonal Draught quarterly produces seasonal brews for the masses. The first run of the breweries summer seasonal draught Beach Bum Blonde Summer Ale nets the fish without hurting the dolphins. The cardboard container, carefully holding six 12 fluid ounce bottles, easily pops with flash and excitement through any frosty store refrigeration window. The cardboard container portrays bright yellow sunshine rays descending upon a vivid baby blue colored ocean adorned with lime green textured grass. Summer sun orange decorates the rest of the packaging. A sun kissed, long messy blonde haired Caucasian surfer dude, decked out in an open white and blue flowered Hawaiian styled shirt with red board shorts, sunglasses and puka shells and all, cheerfully holds a yellow and orange surfboard in one hand, and yellow and orange ale in a glass in the other. The scenery depicts a never sun setting sunset. Dark brown accents tint the glass and are labeled with the scene f rom the cardboard container. The yellow bottle cap contains the contents of an ale with an alcohol by volume of 5.4 percent. The ale pours smooth with a mild half inch thick head. The luscious hue of the ale captures a San Diego coast sunset of rich, powerful, amber glistening rays. Sweet and sugary aroma arises from the summery ale. Pale and caramel roasted barley malts which are hopped with imported spices comprise a smooth and f ull bodied refreshing taste. Just enough flavors create a crisp Dubai BY OMAR SAEB Pride Contributor Dubai, City of Endless Possibilities When people mention the United Arab Emirates, it is often overshadowed by the well-known emirate of Dubai. The immense popularity and growth of Dubai as a travel destination has led this small emirate to continue to build record breaking sky-scrappers and entertainment facilities which the world has never before seen. Like much of the Middle East, twenty years ago Dubai was a small emirate in reaction amongst the taste buds. The brewery recommends consuming the ale with barbecue, fish, and or salads. Summer has ended. While the average Cougar can run up to 35 miles per hour, enjoy a stroll at a relaxing 3 miles per hour to the nearest market. Purchase the last remains of summer while it last for the ale will be replaced soon with Jack's Pumpkin Spice Ale. City of Endless ^ Possibilities the middle of the desert. Today, Dubai is competing to be the financial center of the Middle East and is home to various attractions in which tourists flock to year around. In late 2008, Dubai is in the process of completing the tallest man made building in the world reaching 168 floors, called Burj Dubai. From the outdoorsy type to the shopaholic, Dubai has it all. When traveling to the Middle East there is always a sense of caution due to the instability of the region, but Dubai is another story. With all the hype about Dubai, I wanted to experience it first hand. A fter spending about three weeks there, I had done everything from indoor snowboarding to a desert safari. I realized that there-are endless possibilities in Dubai. It would be 120 degrees outside and you can go snowboard or ski in the Mall of the Emirates. What is amazing is that for half the day you can snowboard, then go on a dune-bashing safari excursion and explore the vast ancient deserts of the Middle East. The amount of classy hotels and shopping districts is unimaginable. The Mall of the Emirates is the biggest mall in the region in which Ski Dubai is located. Although Dubai is a place filled with unique modern architecture and end- Photos courtesy of Omar Saeb less tourist excitement, be aware of the scorching hot weather that engulfs the region during the summer. Travelers need not worry commercial air conditioners to the rescue! If you are traveling to Dubai make sure to check out various hot spots such as Jumeriah Beach, Sho Cho Lounge and Bar at the Le Meriden Hotel, Dubai Safari's, Ski Dubai, Medinat Jumeriah (city of Jumeriah) Mall as well as Burj Al-Arab Hotel. Burj A1 Arab hotel is the only selfproclaimed seven star hotel in the world. The building in itself is an architectural masterpiece. 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X V I I I N O . 4 NEWSPAPER CSU executive salary increases to be proposed C hancellor R eed t o p ropose e xecutive s alary i ncreases t o C S U B oard of T rustees BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer In an effort to close staff salary lag in the Cal State University system, the Board of Trustees will meet today, Sept. 18, to hear a proposal f rom Chancellor Reed that would increase executive salaries by 11% for the 2007-2008 academic year.. Past discussion ofraises came in response to annual studies conducted by the California Postsecondary Education Commission (CPEC). According to Paul Brown- ing, a representative f rom the Chancellor's Office, "CPEC doesn't do the executive studies anymore." As a result, Chancellor Reed plans to pitch the proposed compensation increase on the basis of data f rom a private firm that the Chancellor's office commissioned to study salary comparisons. However, issues with the reliability and credibility of his proposal may provide a dilemma for the Board of Trustees. Traditionally, CPEC conducted studies on executive and faculty salaries with the support of the CSU, UC, and various government agencies. While CPEC continues to conduct faculty salary studies, it recently halted its studies on executive salaries in response to self-evaluations that suggest the methodology in their studies is outdated and incomplete. In a report released in March 2007, CPEC concluded that executive salary studies were substantially incomplete because they could not "obtain perquisite and benefit information f rom the [CSU and UC] systems." T hough CPEC w as in n eed of f urther i nformation f rom t he CSU and UC s ys- tems, C hancellor Reed i nstead t urned t o a p rivate r esearch f irm. W hen c ontacted, t he C hancellor's O ffice d eclined to c omment on t he d ecision. I n t he o fficial p roposal t he C hancellor s tates t hat h is o ffice c ommissioned M ercer H uman R esource C onsulting, "a c onsulting g roup t hat h as c onducted CSU p residential c ompensation s urveys at t he r equest of CPEC s ince 1995" t o c onduct t his s tudy b ased on t he CPEC c riteria. See S ALARIES, page 2 Eating healthy for students Students l earn simple ways to b alance a health a nd budget consious diet BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer Photo by Pamela Castillo / The Pride Cal State San Marcos is going on a diet. CSUSM's ASI sponsored an event called Eating for Dummies on Wednesday September 12th at 6:00 pm. ASI staff supplied students with a cookbook, a shopping list, and hints for healthy places to eat on and near campus. They also offered a raffle for students with prizes such as a George Foreman grill and a Lisa Dickenson, coordinator at the CSUSM Fitness and Weilness Center, gives students guidance on healthy eating at Cooking for Dummies on Wednesday Sept. 12,2007. Cross country at Aztec Invitational BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer Photo by David Church / The Pride CSUSM cross country runners Patrick Fitzgerald and Kyle Fox at the Aztec Invitational Saturday, Sept. 15. The CSUSM Cross Country Cougars competed in the 63rd Annual Aztec Invitational at Balboa Park on Saturday, Sept. 15. The runners were up to the challenge as they were r unning the toughest course they would compete in this season. "This course is much harder than last week," said Coach Steve Scott. "This course makes last week's course look relatively flat." But the women's team was up for the challenge. Last year, the women's team had two members cross the finish line under 20 minutes. This year the wom- en's team put six across. Morgan Sjorgren led the team with an 18:51 and finished 23rd overall -1:03 ahead of last year's time. Jessica Sandoval finished 32nd with a time of 19:04. Sandoval was followed by Whitney Patton with a time of 19:08 and finished 35th. Joy Leon went on to r un a 19:30 and finished 45th, while teammate Kristen Simek finished the scoring with a time of 19:41. Lindsey McKown finished three seconds under the 20 minute mark. "Despite the women's team finishing 8th overall and the men finishing 6th, the women's team had a better day overall," said Scott. See INVITATIONAL, page 3 See HEALTH , page 2 Rush Week on campus BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Over the past few weeks here at Cal State San Marcos, Greek life has commandeered our campus. Signs covered with foreign symbols decorate virtually all public areas and every day you can find fraternities and sororities tabling in the library plaza, all trying to get students informed and involved in Greek See R USH W EEK, page 2 SEE MORE ON GREEK UFE INSIDE Features, page 4 �NEWS issues, the CPEC compariidentified ver T H E C IiP R I D E According to the study, CSU tson institutionsago have loittle wenty years g im s m executive compensation lagged relation to the CSU's and UC's EditorialStaff today. CSUSM and most other by a remarkable 46%. A representative from CPEC CSU's have little in common EDITOR ÎH CHIEF explained that CPEC has no affil- with CPEC comparative schools Jason Ehcabo iation with Mercer and that CPEC such as the much less populated could not corroborate nor concur private school Reed College. MewsJdïtor; . - j with the findings of their salary As such, attempting to com-- : mwm < study. Furthermore, he empha- pare executive salaries between ££ature$ Editor sized that the methodology of schools with much different VtmptÀNÀ Pachico-ISAAC these salary studies is bursting structures and executive responsibilities does not accurately AKÎS & ENTgRTAtHH^NT ' , with problems. "The institutions we use for depict the salary lag. B iO Df a TOMASAVBY These findings suggest that the comparison are out of date and they are limited in what they Chancellor's proposal is not infal'ÖNUNS MAMMjêR î - J measure. The studies don't mea- lible, which may have powerful TÏMMOOM sure how salary affects perfor- implications on Tuesday's meetcore Editor ing. Because his proposal relies mance." • l illlilllliSii: 1 Much of what he clarified almost entirely on this data, the SU oard of rustees m ot r C • keflectsofPEC's stanceAon these Cet aBhoroughTportrayal ay nhe g t of t inds studies. ccording 'V/ PAMEiA CÀSTÏLUO to CPEC's March 2007 report, issue. « t>AVH>CHDRCH "there was general agreement If the Board of Trustees does lOHATHAH TBOMFSDM i f • that there are significant logis- decide to adopt the proposed AMANDA tÖßiyUßY tical problems associated with salary increases based on this I KATORYH MCBi^ÖHER compiling accurate comparative data, CSU executives would see cartoonists 'total compensation' information a 40% salary increase by the year JENNY B IGFOND IhMb Mppsp I jppppB from higher education institu- 2010 with an 11% increase mantions outside the UC and the CSU dated for the 2007-2008 academic systems." year alone. This means that Aside from the logistical Chancellor Reed could potenli• • ^ • ï »^Ä^S From SALARIES, page 1 r From HEALTH, page 1 Ül H - % ' Ii i i $ 'SC % 4 p; I l l Il ^ l l l p l l l g g l l l l l l l l $100 grocery gift card. . Lisa Dickenson, coordinator at the CSUSM Fitness and Wellness Center, spoke for the event giving students tips on how to eat healthy on a budget. Dickenson suggests that students shop together with roommates to help ease the budget pain. She also encourages reducing serving portions. Saving time and money by planning meals for the week makes healthy eating much easier. An important part of healthy eating involves shopping wisely, which means finding the right store for your preferences that can save you money on the items that you enjoy. Dickenson advises that a balance between density verses quantity is also key, as density in a meal will stabilize blood sugar throughout the day. THE PRIDE tially move up the pay grade from week. The CFA protested and threathis current salary of $377,000 to ened to strike earlier this year upwards of $530,000 in just a few in order to receive a pay raise. years. CSU executives, on the other The Chancellor's proposal hand, have not faced such rigid would move our own President opposition from the Chancellor's Haynes' salary from $239,441 Office. to $279,568 this year. Speaking "It's shameful," said CFA Secon behalf of President Haynes, retary and CSUSM Professor Kaine Thompson, CSUSM Senior Director of Communi- John Halcon. "we have student cations, explained, "the CSU fees going up again... its obvious system is having a difficult time that the chancellor's priorities are recruiting new faculty and exec- with his administration." CSUSM students have also utives from the talent pool and expressed concern over the salary is concerned that they will be unable to recruit new presidents increase proposal. "First and as current presidents retire or foremost, this is a school," said move on." With a substantial sophomore Yessenia Miranda. salary lag in executive positions, "We're paying to be taught. I the belief is "the CSU will face don't think it's fair that our teachlosing its competitive edge to ers have tofightfor pay raises and the executives don't." hire top people." All of this comes amidst the "With all the urgent issues currently confronting the CSU it is startling reality that the CSU disappointing that awarding a * system's budget will continue to pay increase to top executives is strain under an estimated $46 the Administration's first order of million of unfunded growth. It business at the start of this new remains to be seen whether or academic year," said California not the Board of Trustees will Faculty Association (CFA) pres- accept the Chancellor's proposal, ident Lillian Taiz in their CSU but it most certainly will not be a Board of Trustees Preview last matter easily decided. Dickenson says that "balance is the key to healthy e ating... also making [it] a f un experience with roommates and f riends." Dickenson gave a few websites to help students in making healthy eating choices. MyPyramidTracker.gov (http:// w ww.mypyramidtracker.gov) provides a way of tracking diets in order to show people where they need to make changes in their eating habits. Healthy- DiningFinder.com (http:// www.healthydiningfinder. com) reveals healthy choices in dining. She also mentioned Fitfood.com (http://www.fitfood.com) and GssiWeb.org (http://www.gssiweb.org) for more supplementary information. Dickenson recommends that students who would like more help with eating choices seek guidance at the Fitness and Wellness center. e should From RUSH WEEK, page 1 activities here on campus. All of this work will culminate this week into what most know as "Rush Week". Formally known as "Recruitment" here on campus, September 17-21 marks a week in which all of the Sororities and Fraternities on campus plan to host events designed to introduce students to their respective groups and Greek life as a whole. It is the policy of CSUSM that students must complete 12 college units in order to "rush" a fraternity or sorority. For those interested and eligible to participate, students must fill out a registration form, which is available on the CSUSM website and at the Student Life and Leadership office. weekly cm Tiiesdays durtog I academic Distrib**I | i | l actates ¡ I of CSUSM cai8pU&\ I | j j j j j j ; j ^ 8/30-9/1/07 GREEK I H R A S&; Alpha Xi Delta will h ava I s N othing S weeter t han a n Alpha X f d essert a nd Mocktail p arty a t t he Prominence Clubhouse A X Q : Alpha Chi Omega will hold A TI2: : Alpha Pi Sigma will host All-Stars" Wednes« d ay S epi T M p m a t «he Clarfce Field H ouse Z B T : Z èta B eta Tay wIB h ost "Movie Night wKh t he Brothers* o n S eptember 2 0^ a t ? p .m. a t t he P ronv i nence Movie T heater, its "Alpha Chi Chanel" on September 2 A E : S igma Alpha Epsiion will 19th from 6-7:70 p.m. at 749 Avenida h ost i ts "True g entleman* E vent Codornte in San Marcos. 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A lex G uaderrama f inished 4 0 th w ith a 2 7:02, f ollowed by P atrick F itzgerald w ho f inished 4 8 th w ith a 2 7:34 a nd Tony H err f inished t he s coring w ith a 55th p lace f inish at 27:51. "We sat out Michael Crouch t oday b ecause h is foot was h as b een h urting and there is no reason to risk a more serious i njury." The teams will now p repare for the Riverside Invitational on September 29. According to the San Diego State Cross C ountry website, the A ztec r unners have decided to p ass on the Titan I nvitational on O ctober 19 in F ullerton to participate in t he Cougar I nvitational on O ctober 20. Padres reach final stretch Chargers receive w ake-up call in New England little sign of the oblique and back injuries that dogged him throughout August, allowing three runs On September 11, the San Diego over seven innings while receivPadres started a season-ending ing a no-decision. The Pads ralflourish of 20 games in 20 days, lied from a 4-2 deficit in the ninth holding on to a slim 1.5 game lead to tie the game on a Geoff Blum in the wild card race. Six days double, then won it in the 10th on later, the Padres have reaffirmed Khalil Greene's walk-off homer. their status as a contender for the Dodger castoff Brett Tomko surdivision title, going 4-2 over a six prised many with a stellar perforgame stretch that saw the Padres mance on Saturday, throwing six move within two games of the innings of shutout ball to lead the Friars to their 19th shutout of the division-leading Diamondbacks. The Padres began the week year, tying a club record. Jake with a bang, defeating the Dodg- Peavy put the exclamation point ers 9-4 on Tuesday behind a spec- on the series with a 10-strikeout tacular outing from Jake Peavy. performance on Sunday afterHowever, the series turned south noon as the Pads completed the in the final two games, much like sweep with a 5-1 victory. The the previous two series on the Padres posted 16 runs in the Padres' nine-game NL West road three games despite the absence trip. Justin Germano and Greg of Milton Bradley, the team's Maddux struggled, turning in primary offensive catalyst in the disappointing outings in the final second half of the season. two games of the series as the With Arizona losing two of Padres finished the road trip with three to the Dodgers, the Padres a disappointing 3-6 record. now sit just two games back in the Returning to Petco Park for the division race. Their final homesfirst time in 11 days, the Padres tand of 2007 continues with four found a significantly brighter games against Pittsburgh from outlook as they opened a 10- Sept. 17-20; the home schedgame homestand with a three- ule concludes with three games game series against last place San against wild card challenger ColFrancisco. Chris Young showecl orado from Sept. 21-23. The Chargers remained scoreless through half time and into the third quarter, where Rivers pulled off a oneyard play action pass to r unning back Lorenzo Neal on f ourth and goal. Rivers managed to connect with Tight End, Antonio Gates for a 12-yard touchdown, early in the 4th, but it was not enough to contain the Patriots' Quarterback to Wide Receiver tandem of Tom Brady to Randy Moss. Moss caught for two touchdowns and 105 yards, en route t o 3814 Patriots victory. L aDainian T omlinson's 68 r ushing y ards t hus f ar t his s eason m arks t he w orst s tart in h is seven y ear c areer. T his stat may s ound d iscouraging t o C hargers f ans, but Tomlinson h as gone u p a gainst the p reseason c onsensus n umber one d efense in week one (Chicago), and the p reseason c onsensus n umber t hree d efense in week two (New E ngland). The Chargers head to Lambeau Field next week to take on the 2-0 Green Bay Packers at 10:00 am on CBS. BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The Chargers came into Sunday's game in New England fresh o ff of a season-opening 14-3 victory over the Chicago Bears in one of the most anticipated games of week one - a game in which LaDainian Tomlinson both passed and rushed for touchdowns. The Chargers hoped to c arry the momentum across the country to New England, where they faced a Patriots team in the midst of a sideline spying scandal that put them back $250,000 and took away what will likely be a first round d raft pick. The Patriots, anchored by star Quarterback, Tom Brady, did damage early in the game, when Brady connected with Tight End, Benjamin Watson to take a 7-0 lead on the opening drive. On the first play of the ensuing possession, Chargers Quarterback, Philip Rivers showed early signs of weakness, throwing an interception to Patriots Line Backer, Rosevelt Colvin. BY BRYAN SPANGENBERG Pride Staff Writer Marking V e s p a i \ 11 Special I** ' Deals for ' -' ' CSU SM Students i s S s j j B M p £ s h §PS1p Ä B j Parking • ^ P^^lfw Mm •. V;-. \ I P Free Pickup and 3SKSÊI of Southern Delivery Calif to omit¿' 1725 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 &TT-0Í3-3033 www. vespaoceanside. com Sales, Rentals, Parts & Service Hours: 7 days a week 1 0AM-6 PM P IAGGIO Gas Mileage varies depending on weight, speed and road conditions. I i �A quick guide inside W ith R ush W eek u nderway, T he P ride h ighlights p articipating G reek o rganizations BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Unless you are already a member of a sorority or fraternity, the whole Greek concept may be as confusing as the symbols that represent them. With rush week upon us, it could be beneficial to learn a little bit about what it means to be Greek. More specifically, what is Greek life on campus all about? Most sororities and fraternities are national organizations that consist of individual chapters within different schools. The chapters often have an additional name to distinguish their members from the national society. For example, Alpha Chi Omega sisters at Cal State San Marcos are members of the Iota Tau chapter within the national sorority. Cal State San Marcos currently recognizes five Greek chapters. Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Xi Delta and Alpha Pi Sigma are the three sororities on campus. Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Zeta Beta Tau are the two fraternities. "But what do these names mean?" you might ask. If you • don't know about the Greek system already, your opinion about Greek life could rely primarily on commonly fed stereotypes. "It's different at a smaller campus. We are not SDSU. It's more about making friends and helping the community," said Khristina Cook, an Alpha Chi Omega sister. "Being a part of a sorority or fraternity gives you an automatic support system that will do nothing but benefit your time here on campus." Originally founded on October 15,1885, Alpha Chi Omega is one of the oldest and largest sororities in the country. On March 18, 1995, Cal State San Marcos founded the Iota Tau chapter of the national sisterhood. The purpose of Alpha Chi Omega is to provide the advancement of the intellectual, social and moral culture of its members. Their philanthropic cause is to help victims of domestic violence. Hidden Valley House and Casa De Amparo are just a few organizations the Iota Tau sisters contribute to. Some major campus events include the Carnation Carnival and Mr. Alpha Chi. In 1893, ten young women at Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois formed Alpha Xi Delta. The sorority's purpose is to inspire women to realize their potential. Alpha Xi Delta founded Theta Rho chapter at Cal State San Marcos in February of 1995. The Alpha Xi Delta philanthropic cause is called Choose Children. "Last week we held a donation based car wash for a 2 year old boy named Tanner with Muscular Dystrophy. Our goal was to reach $1, 000.00 and we did!" said Alpha Xi Delta president, Erin Maddox. "In fact, we even went a little over." Currently, the Theta Rho chapter has 41 members. The sorority encourages its sisters to involve themselves in other activities on campus as well as maintain excellent academic standing. Their rush week begins with a picnic and ends with a jungle theme. Founded on March 10, 1990, at San Diego State University, Alpha Pi Sigma is a relatively Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride CSUSM Greek organizations seek out new recruits as the campus braces for Rush Week. new sorority. It has six chapters in California. Alpha Pi Sigma is Latina based although it is important to note that the sorority is not exclusive to Latinas. Everyone is welcome to join. On campus, there are currently six members which makes rush week an important opportunity for this new chapter to grow. "We look forward on expanding this semester," said Alpha Pi Sigma president, Araceli Archuleta. "During these special events we hope to get to know potential new members." Alpha Pi Sigma's primary philanthropic causes consist of working within the Latino community and breast cancer awareness. They are participating in the "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk" on October 21st. Sigma Alpha Epsilon is the largest fraternity on campus as well as nationally. Sigma Alpha Epsilon has more than 8,200 undergraduates at more than 250 chapters in 48 states. The brotherhood participates in a variety of athletic activities and even finds a way to incorporate a love of sports with an eagerness to help others. The fraternity hosted a dodgeball fundraiser earning $1000 to the Children's Miracle Network. Other philanthropic projects include the Relay for Life Cancer Walk. "We won intramural championships last year in dodgeball and football." Said Sigma Alpha Epsilon president, Shawn McKechnie. This past Thursday, Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) hosted a toga party following the home soccer game. During rush week, SAE will host various events including a co-ed kickball game, poker & barbeque night, and a competition night of air hockey, darts, pool, and video games. The newest chapter to Cal State San Marcos is Zeta Beta Tau. While the fraternity is just getting its start here on campus, it has high hopes for the upcoming semester. "What sets us apart is that we are a non-pledging fraternity." Said vice president, Brandon Jakobovich. Nationally, Zeta Beta Tau is the oldest and largest historically Jewish fraternity. Philanthropic projects the fraternity participates in are CHOC walk, car wash fundraisers, and blood drives. Zeta Beta Tau prides itself on providing a safe environment for its brothers that focuses on academic excellence as well as a positive social network. Each Greek chapter offers something different to Cal State San Marcos but they all share a common theme: unity. The terms "sorority" and "fraternity" derive from Latin words meaning "sister" and "brother." For any students looking for life long bonds and a place to belong, becoming Greek may just be the right way to go—no chromosomal adjustment necessary. For any f urther information regarding Greek Life and details on Rush Week, visit http://www. csusm.edu/sll/greek Transfer students face more than just a change of scenery W ays t o c ope w hen J u nior f eels l ike F reshman years of community college worked under their belts and yet, coming into the f all semesFor new students at CSUSM, ter as new students b ring back blending in is a natural process all those back to school j itters. "I was worried I wouldn't many hope will speed along quickly and, assuming that one be able to find my classes," pays attention during orienta- said Rudy Martinez, a transfer tion over the summer fitting in student starting CSUSM as a j unior this fall. "But other than should not be a problem. But what of the t ransfer stu- that I was j ust glad to be out of dents, who, last year made community college." Many t ransfer students are up seventy percent of all new s tudents on campus? Each eager to finally belong to the t ransfer has a d ifferent story. college university scene. Part Every t ransfer shares the same of that scene requires assuming d ilemma: a djusting to a new the role of the j unior student school while c utting right and the start of upper division in line with the j uniors who courses. a lready know the ropes. Many "Mainly, the f irst two years t ransfers have at least two of college w eren't that chalBY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer lenging for me. Not because I d idn't take challenging classes but because the teachers No matter how each student ended up at CSUSM, everyone has the same common goal: graduation. w eren't very challenging," said K ristina Lawler, a t ransfer student f rom Palm Springs, start- ing her f irst semester here as a j unior. " It's nice to be challenged." One way to help a djust q uickly to the h eavy c ourse load is to go see a t utor. The math lab and w riting c enter are open to any s tudents in n eed of help. A nother option is to m aximize your t ime b etween c lasses to get in some e xtra r eading or work on other a ssignments. Since the majority of transfer students do not live on campus, belonging to a club or school organization is one of the best ways to meet new people. One organization that stood out to Lawler was the O Team. "I did something similar to it in high school and really enjoyed it," she said. No matter how each student ended up at CSUSM, everyone has the same common goal: graduation. And for transfer students, that is definitely something to smile about. " That's the best part about being able to transfer to a university out of community college," said Martinez. "It doesn't matter where you came f rom as long as you graduate." The best way to feel comfortable in a new surrounding is also the easiest. Simply t urn to the person sitting next to you and introduce yourself. Chances are they have been meaning to meet new people too. m �Hard to Website makes it easier to keep up with different cyber-conversations without having to wait for a download Image courtesy of www.meebo.com BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer If you have ever found yourself sitting at a computer between classes on campus, staring at the screen after already running out of social networks to check, online shopping sites to drool over, and having gone through the entire index of bored.com, the thought of accessing your instant messenger may have come across your mind. Of course, this is school— there's no way AOL Instant Messenger would be installed on the computers. This is where Meebo. com steps in. Meebo.com is a cross-platform web application that allows users to connect with any of the major instant messaging services, all from the convenience of their web browser. Meebo has one of the sleekest interfaces of any site on the web right now, and the prietary service that allows users functionality goes hand-in-hand. to combine accounts from differMeebo, based in Moun- ent services into one buddy list. tain View, CA, was founded in What sets Meebo apart is its 2005 by Seth Sternberg, Elaine ease of use. There is no regisWherry, and Sandy Jen—all in tration required to access single their 20s. accounts, and the registration to "People see combine seryouth as a masvices takes litsive advanerally seconds. tage." said The in-chat Sternberg in t ransmission an interview time is identiwith The BBC cal to that of in March. "We the software remember what version of the it was like to be a teenager or in given service. Nearly all of the our early 20s - these are key mar- features of the software versions are available on Meebo, includkets." When first accessing Meebo, ing the long-awaited file-transfer users are directed to a welcome capability that was added on Sepscreen that has login fields to the tember, 10th. Meebo allows users top four instant messaging services to embed a client onto their web(AIM, Yahoo!, Google Talk, and page, blog, or MySpace profile, MSN) as well as Meebo's own pro- allowing visitors to have instant What sets Meebo apart is its ease of use. contact with the user. There is also aflawlessFacebook app created by developer, Jake Jarvis that offers the same functions. Not only is Meebo a great tool to get in contact with friends when a software client is unavailable, but it's capability to bridge accounts from different services makes it a tempting home replacement for users who typically run two or three software clients side by side. Meebo's worldwide popularity has been documented as one of PCWorld's 100 Best Products of 2006 and as one of Time Magazine's Top 50 Coolest Websites for 2006. 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My grandmother doesn't j ust give The line is a mile long on a weekme crap about the stairs. She also day morning. It's like the f ree tells me on a regular basis to "drive lunch line in a school cafeteria. safely." She knows that to get to the Everybody's getting uppity and stairs, you have to get to school, and impatient in line even though we're t hat's where my problems start each rushing towards something that's going to suck. day. I 've gone west to the 5. I 've I commute. A metric butt-load (yes, t hat's an official scale of mea- gone east to the 15. It's a mess of surement) of you probably do, too. angry soccer moms, distracted Now, I've watched nature programs executives, and kids " bumpin' on PBS. There's always a survival the phat t unes," if you will. The element in them. Here at CSUSM, reason t here's only t hree wisemen we have an interesting way of pick- in the nativity story is because the ing off the weakest of the herd. It's f ourth wiseman had to take the 78, so he gave up, and went home. called Highway 78. Ah, 78. How you vex and enrage No promised messiah is worth the me, with your occasional unmarked Twin Oaks Valley Road on-ramp. lanes, and your on-ramps designed However, don't help the CSU by a demonically possessed engi- System's under-funded budget by neer. dropping out. No, no, no. There It's not j ust the freeway itself. It's are shortcuts. Ask around. Sure, the darkness that it puts into the you'll feel a little bit like a sleazy hearts of my fellow man. If the con- drug dealer asking for a connecnector between the 78 and 1-15 is at a tion but... everybody's doing it. stand still, why does that guy in the And hopefully, with a m ixture of BMW think he's going to get to work back roads and sharp l eft t urns, sooner by jockeying for position? you'll be able to stick it to THE Clue up, Sherlock Holmes. None of MAN. And I t hink we all know us are moving. You're cutting me o ff that by "THE MAN", I mean that for no reason, and forcing me to give guy in the BMW. Yeah, t hat's you the finger. It's j ust not making right. I'm looking at you, sir. BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer What is the biggest obstacle you're facing :S:tMs semester?" • I G e t t i n g t h r o u g h m y 1 st ^ m e s t ® I 'm s till l e a r n i n g h o w t o ¡ ¡ f i a n a g e ' m y t i m e . " S-r/l;.;:'; p*sminMivera IgreslwiM: Psychology Mgfflg * m d Work the o t h e ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ i ^ y for ^K^^^ÊW''^ ' ^ fpy. Mondala Junior " B e i n g a bíé t o j pay o ff m y x i n M t y x á c m g how •HÉÉHN^' " Juan Guerra Freshman History M$jor pi w r i t e { I have to I They aceqiint^lor: so there them." Church's Influence on Sports The "juice" is back BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer This past Sunday, Sept. 16, O.J. "The Juice" Simpson was arrested once again. This time he was caught trying to steal memorabilia from a hotel room in Las Vegas. O.J. is now facing three felony charges, one of which is robbery. Once again, O.J. finds himself in tough times as he faces a serious charge. These charges are nothing like the double murder charges he faced in 1995 when he was found not guilty despite a large amount of evidence against him. O.J. is going to have a tougher time defending himself, as the "if the glove don't fit, you must acquit" line won't be working this time. The evidence is already looking bad for O. J., as there is audio with his voice already being identified by experts. Also the eyewitnesses whom he was trying to accuse of stealing his stuff and selling it, have already described O.J. and his men coming into the room with guns not letting anyone out of the room. O.J. will not get the benefit of having a trial in his home territory of Los Angeles, where he played his entire college football career for USC as well as made several Top Gun movies playing the brain-dead character Nordberg. My question is, was O.J. really acting? He obviously has no sense of integrity as he allowed someone to brainwash him into thinking that someone had stolen his stuff. Which police have said he owned at one point, but most likely did not own at that time. This is also the guy who has filed bankruptcy and has seen his name put into shame as he is no longer remembered as the great football player he was. He is now known as the guy who tried to sell his book, "If I Did It" and escaped a double murder charge. Since he had tried to sell the book, he has loss the rights to it because ofhis bankruptcy. The rights were then handed over to the Goldman family who renamed it, "If I Did It: The Confessions of the Killer." They released the book last week and plenty of senseless readers have purchased the book making it the #1 book on Amazon. Still this arrest comes too late for the Goldman family and the Brown family. Where they might get the benefit by receiving a good sum of money for publishing the book written by O.J, they still do not have any justice from their sons death. As for O.J., he does rfbt have the money he once had, although I do not think that will stop him from getting someone from Johnnie Cochran's team to try to get him off if not another expert who will tell him to have difficulties putting his finger on the trigger of the gun. I do not see how O.J. is walking out of this one, unless he had a double that was playing the penny slot machines at the MGM Grand and it just so happened a security camera caught him at the slot machines at the time of the robbery. But more likely, O.J. is going away for a couple of years. Calendar of Events Tuesday Sept. 18 Thursday Sept. 20 SLL Survival Series International Coffee "Acclimating to Hour, University Hour; | CSUSM"12;00 p .ra,„ ._ .Jt^iit£ourtvard/Cravpn 1:00 p.m. jfClarke FieliWouse HO Friday Sept. 21 Wednesday Sept. 19 CLIMB - In The Executive's Chair, 12:00 p.m.-i:30 p.m. I Saturday Sept. 22 Pepsi-0la, 11 a # . to ' 12:50 j3,m*, Markstein :;. SServices. 8:30 a.m. p a l l Room 125. . g 4;30$,rtr: FOB 104. JFall MediamaJ«f^^!|s^ Sunday Sept. 2 3. * A There Here: 4 guestsOrientation Team . from LA,/' 5:30 p.m./ * Informational. 4:30[p,m. Academic Hall 102. Rree -5:50 p.m. QOM 206 aj§|§|en to public. i^^BStephanie Herdt (pnaifewit Calendar wbmissiomJo of Bmnts) pride@csusm.edu „• / ATTN: • - ! �DROPPING: By Toria Savey / Pride Staff Writer CLASSICAL DANCE Pavarotti's Greatest Hits On the Floor VARIOUS ARTISTS (Very "Night at the Roxbury"-esque. Contains a dance remix of Flock of (Seagulls' "I Ran (So Far Away)" No, I'm not kidding. Um...PAVAROTTI RIP, Pavarotti. Originally released in 1980, this two disc compilation ¡features opera favorites from one of the most talented men in the field. COUNTRY ROCK mptià ( Reba Duets REBAMCENTIRE If you can't get enough of country, you j might finally be satisfied. One of the | queens of the genre performs songs with just about everybody, including Kelly Clarkson and Justin Timberlake. Ätttpito IH i Ht.wxiT m The Meanest of Times DROPKICK MURPHYS The band's sixth album features their trademark blend of Celtic smoothness mating with punk rock twang. For anyone who is Irish, wishes they were Irish, or once thought they were Irish when drunk. R AP POP Ultimate Victory CHAMILLIONAIRE ¡Though the albumfeatureseveryone on his publicist's speed dial, the best (part is still Chamillionaire by himself on the title track. All The Lost Souls JAMES BLUNT The first single, '1973', is already selling like crazy. The rest of the album appears to be worth a listen. You'll probably either fall asleep or end up getting it on. Images courtesy ofDecca, MCA Nashville, WaterMusic Records, Atlantic, Motown and Born & Bred Records NHL Shoots and s cores BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer In t his age of t echnology, the e ntertainment i ndustry h as b enefited g reatly. From satellite r adio t o h igh d efinition TV to YouTube, m ore and m ore m ediums e xist t o e ntertain on a p ersonal a nd w idespread level. Included in t his c ategory is t he art of p odcasting, a g reat n ew source at a c omputer n ear you. W hile t here is p lenty of m aterial to go on a bout w ith p odcasting, I w ill s tay on a b asic level f or t he s ake of t echnically u ninformed p eople and not go on a bout t hings l ike R SS f eeds. In simple t erms, a p odcast is a radio show f or y our iPod, but t here's much more to it. W hen I say r adio show, I m ean t hat c ertain p eople r ecorded a show, but you c an a ccess it a nytime t hrough y our computer. A nd now i t's not l imited to j ust audio, but I 'm g etting a head of myself. T hrough the iTunes store, you can f ind a d irectory of podcast shows that are absolutely f ree. T hat's r ight, f ree! Shows come in a v ariety of genres, including comedy, news, movie reviews, and much more. These can be s ubscribed to, and episodes are downloaded on your computer, where they can be used or put on your iPod. If you are wondering why this is all so g reat, I 've got a few good r easons for you to pick up on t his growing f ixation. With such a wide v ariety of shows, t here is bound to be one to f oster a passion for each p erson, or b ring about a new hobby. And like YouTube, anyone can share in p odcasting. Through sites like podshow.com, you can create your own show, if you f eel so inclined. And as I h inted, t here are not j ust audio shows to be f ound in podcasting. Nowadays, video shows have emerged to provide even more e ntertainment, so t une in I g uarantee you w ill f ind something you like. T hose l ike me who c annot s tand t he w ait f or t he N HL s eason to s tart t his O ctober c an q uench t heir y earning w ith EA S ports' N HL 0 8, w hich c ame out last w eek. T he g reatest g ame on e arth is a ctually on ice and now a vailable f or y our X BOX, P laystation, or PC. Even t hose who a re not f ans of h ockey c an have f un w ith t his a ddicting g ame. T his e dition b uilds on l ast y ear's a ddition of t he " Skill S tick" w ith a dvanced s tick c ontrol a nd m ore c ontrolled d eking. N ow y ou c an l eave d efenders i n t he d ust by p ulling o ff f ancy, w ell t imed m oves. A lso, t he g ame r esponds to t he r eal-life t actic of r ebounding by a dding t his a nd s lap p asses as a p rominent n ew s kill f or y our a rsenal. H owever, it is n ot as e asy a s it s ounds. T he a rtificial i ntelligence in t he g ame h as d rastically i ncreased. T he g ames t akes n otes on y our s tyle of p lay a nd a dapts t o b etter c hallenge y ou. But b esides t he n ew g ame p lay o ptions, N HL 08 h as o ther g reat t hings t o o ffer. EA S ports p ut in s lick d etails t hat m ake t his g ame l ook i ncredibly r ealistic. T he a ttention t o d etail r eally i mpressed m e. A s w ell, t he g ame p reviously h ad i nternational t eams a long s ide t hose of t he N HL, a nd t his t ime a round Image courtesy of EA Sports t hey h ave i ncluded t eams f rom t he A merican H ockey L eague ( AHL) A ll in a ll, it is a v ery g reat g ame. T he o nly p roblem I h ave w ith it is t hat i t's s everely c utting i nto my s tudy t ime, but i t's w orth i t. So l ace u p y our s kates, g rab some f riends, and have a b last w ith N HL 08. �"Bridging the Gap' Arts and Lectures program brings urban performance artist BY SHIRLEY BARAJAS Pride Staff Writer On Wednesday Sept. 12, the Arts and Lectures program at Gal State San Marcos presented "Bridging the Gap." The performance gave students on campus the opportunity to learn about African American culture through music. Yewande (e-wan-day) Austin, an urban rock artist who has performed in various colleges and universities around the world, introduced students who attended the event to a different view of music. She believes music is about meaning and expression, not just about billboards and fame. This inspired many attendees to think more intensely about changing the way popular culture is leading music. "I am very happy to learn that there are still great artists out there, not just a sell out," said student Gina Rothermel. Students also learned about slavery and its influence in the world of music. Hip hop and the blues are just two examples of the influenced genres. Although popular a long time after slavery ended, there are many ties to slavery in this type of music. According to Austin it all comes from the "Negro Spiritual." "The negro spiritual was a creative way for salves to communicate with each other and express themselves without being punished or killed for doing so," said Austin. This form of communication was passed from generation to generation and each had a new way of doing it. Hip-hop for example is a mixture of jazz, blues, gospel, and earlier forms of African-American music. Not only was this event educational, but it was f un. Throughout the show Yewande had the audience singing and clapping. Members of the audience were even brought up front to serve as a temporary chorus for Austin, including the event coordinator Mrs. Shirley Robinson. Austin had everyone amazed with her music and her passion. At the end of the show, the audience was allowed to ask questions and one of the questions, which got all of the audience attention was, why such a talented artist prefers to perform a show to educate students rather than be on billboards and popular talk shows? Austin explained that success is different to everyone. BY JONATHAN THOMPSON The pilsner lager pours Pride Staff Writer smooth with almost no head. Light heavenly amber Gouden Haven, which hues radiate from the frosty translates to 'golden beer mug. As the pour awaits harbor', refers to the Golden consumption tiny specs conAge of Holland during tinually and gradually rise the 17th Century. During from the bottom of the mug the Golden Age, Holland to the surface giving off a boomed in shipping goods fantasy like quality. The globally. The era also marks lager emanates a distinct the cornerstone for export- barely aroma. ing Dutch beer. Gouden H-West B.V. brews the Haven's recipe originates lager with crystal clear, pure from a Dutch Pilsner tra- artesian water. The lager credition in the Netherlands ates a sharp sensation and H-West BV still brews amongst the it there, specifically tongue. The Maarsen, Holland. H-West B.V. packages Gouden Haven in green hues. A strong forest green complexion dominates the coloring of the cardboard container, holding six 12 ounce green tinted glass bottles. Accents of red and silver spruce up the bold green textured container. A black cap with a depiction of lion with a royal crown bottles the age-old recipe. The packaging and labeling utilizes different elements from several flags of the provinces in the Netherlands. Photo by Shirley Barajas / The Pride Yewande Austin involves the audience in her performance at the "Bridging the Gap" event held on Sept. 12. In her case, she always wanted to be a part of educating people and by doing this she is successful in her own way. "You have the power to change the world," she said. Austin's purpose is just that. "The best part of my j ob is the connections I have with people, and being able to be a part of the world of knowledge." There are no words to describe mash like feeling sends thundering strikes of taste to all corners of the mouth. After thefirstsip, the tongue in a state of confusion, politely requests for more. "Ask and ye shall receive," replies the brain. The lager's crisp taste ensures a great selection with heavy foods such as steak dinners. Gouden Haven shares many similarities with the more common Heineken. For a delicious addition to a forthcomingmeal, checkout Gouden Haven and experience the Dutch Golden Age. exactly how she did it, but Yewande Austin made most of the audience leave with a sense of power and knowledge. She is an amazing artist and lecturer. This is definitely an experience everyone deserves to have. Her advice to her public she said is "to embrace life, embrace fear, and rise above challenges". The audience loved her not just because of her talent but because she is sincere and loves what she does. She made it clear that she's into this business because it is what she truly loves doing. For more information about Yewande (e-wan-day) and "Bridging the Gap" you can log onto www.yewande.com or go to www.myspace.com/yewandemusic. Photo by Toria Savey / The Pride Penny Lane BY BREANNE CAMPOS Pride Staff Writer My job this week was to find a restaurant that would suit students from San Marcos's restaurant that values the dollar while still creating a f un atmosphere for dining. Well, luckily for CSUSM students, I found one. Penny Lane is a Beatles/ London themed restaurant located in San Marcos, right across the street from Restaurant Row. From the university, it isfiveto seven minutes away, depending on traffic and the time of day. The easiest way to get to the restaurant would be to drive, but you can get there by foot. The prices are reasonable, and every entrée on the menu is under $20.00. The staff is very friendly and always caters to your needs. If you go between the hours of 4 p.m. and- 7 p.m. on weekdays, Penny Lane has Happy Hour specials including $2.99 appetizers. They also have Karaoke Night on Tuesday from 7 p.m.10 p.m. Penny lane is open until 2 a.m. everyday, which is perfect for students 21 and older. For the younger crowd, go enjoy dinner with classic rock music as your background. What I have yet to tell you readers is that Penny Lane has wireless internet throughout the restaurant. Which means when fall and winter come around, you can go and have a homemade dinner while studying in a London pub; it could be your own vacation for two hours. Now the tricky question is: "Who would I go with to Penny Lane?" From my experience, I believe it would be best to go with friends. All the tables have a minimum of three seats, and how romantic is it when you have an empty seat at your table? I have done my part to give you, the reader, a sample of what Penny Lane has to offer. So if you want to escape or fly away for the day, what better way then tcfhead off to London to eat and drink at Penny Lane? � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. Sort Key PR The Pride Yes Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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XVIII NO. 5 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 Board of Trustees approves executive pay raises F aculty a nd s tudents o utraged o ver a pproved p roposal BY BENROFFEE Pride Staff Writer After hearing Chancellor Reed's proposal, the CSU Board of Trustees voted last Tuesday, Sept. 18, to increase executive salaries for the second time this year, this time by an average of 11 percent. The approved pay raise will grant CSU presidents and various other CSU executives pay raises retroactive to July 2007, meaning that CSU executives will receive compensation equal to their new salary for the months since July on top of their immediate raises. This decision comes in spite of protest from California Faculty Association, government officials, and CSU students, whose primary concern is with the timing of these raises as the CSU budget is in upheaval, With these new rounds of raises for executives coinciding with a thinning budget and a 10 percent student fee hike, the unpopularity of this decision seems to have rekindled the tension between CSU executives and the rest of the faculty and students. CFA president Lillian Taiz, speaking on behalf of the CFA, criticized the proposal and the CSU Board of Trustees' decision at in her address to the Board at Tuesday's meeting. "Your actions today make it very clear that executive salaries are the only issues this board seems determined to address. We wish you would find the same level of determination when dealing with skyrocketing fees and overcrowded classrooms that you do when providing executives raise." Lt. Governor John Garamendi, a member of the Board by merit o fhis office, expressed concern over the proposed salary increases. "This is clearly tied to a student fee increase. I cannot think of a worse way to convey yourselves to the legislature when you are going to have ask for more money in the budget process in the coming months." Garemendi also requested that the board put off the proposed salary increases until the next Board of Trustees meeting pending passage of AB 1430 and SB 190 as law from the Governor's office. These pieces of legislation would increase the transparency of executive salary discussions and limit the amount of money executives can make for their work. In a conference call with reporters last Thursday, Sept. 20, Chancellor Reed stated that "one of the things that we're going to do.. .is set that up to allow the Governor and the Legislature to 'buy out' that fee increase." See PAY INCREASE, page 2 Photo by Jason Encabo / The Pride Jonathan Barney (far right) instructs students attending the Brazilian Jui-Jitsu class offered Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the Clarke Field House. Brazilian Jui-Jitsu on campus Students l earn self-defense basics a nd submission techniques can successfully defend against stronger and larger opponents. As the name suggests, BJJ traces its origins to Brazil, where the Gracie family developed and popularized the art during the twentieth century. Back in 1910, a prominent businessman by the name of Gastao Gracie helped Japanese Judo expert Mitsuyo Maeda establish himself in Brazil. plans to host a bi-weekly Brazilian Jui-Jitsu class until November Ninth, with no costs to students. Faculty and Students at Cai State San Marcos staff are welcome to join as well, but are studying something entirely new they must pay a 50-dollar fee for the this semester. Every Monday and 8-week session. Brazilian Jui-Jitsu, or its abbreviaWednesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., students convene at Clarke Field House tion BJJ, is a martial art and combat for a different kind of class; A Brazil- sport that emphasizes ground fighting ian Jui-Jitsu class led by Cai State San and submissions. Because BJJ mainly Marcos student Jonathan Barney. As relies on the application of leveraging part of its Fall Leisure Courses, ASI techniques, smaller or weaker people BY BENROFFEE Pride Staff Writer ASI hosts seventh-annual Masquerade Ball i f "; t SB ^ M M j ^ ^ H ^ M i ^ t iimi ii^BMf i BY K ATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer It's time to get your masque on. The beginning of the fall semester marks the seventh anniversary of the annual ASI Masquerade Ball. It will be an evening for CSUSM students to dance, dress up, and celebrate the commencement of another semester. The House of Blues in San Diego will host the event on Get. 6 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. A House of Blues DJ will entertain students throughout the night. Come dressed in cocktail attire and for those who do not have masks, ASI plans to hold a maskmaking day on Oct. 3. Students receive tickets at no Photo by Kathryn McBrayer / c osfand guests The Pride can purchase See BALL, page 2 See JUI-JITSU, page 2 < i§ N • - » - — Bl^ -~ ^^^BPir -r gg^BEKasfiSBas Photo by Pamela Castillo / The Pride Latino heritage celebrated on campus On Thursday, Sept. 20, a mariachi band performed as part of the "Latino Heritage Festival" held by ASI at the Library Plaza. SEE INSIDE A campus focus on the O-te Features, p a n �From PAY INCREASE, page 1 TheCpPride I • ^fv" '; V'y-vJ •I Although the Governor Schwarzenegger bought out the fee increase last year, he and the Legislature opted not to this year, raising doubts as to whether or not they will cover the student fee increase for the upcoming year, especially in light of Garemendi's remarks. The Chancellor also addressed the executive salary increases in his conference call, claiming, "we have settled our compensation issues with all of our labor groups except one, and that is the CSU [executives]." Echoing the rationale in his proposal to the COPY EDITOR ' ! J l l i i l l i : BOAMG m m mm From J UI- JITSU, page 1 In exchange for the help, Maeda taught j udo to Gastao Gracie's son \ " WRITERS- : Carlos, who in t urn taught it to F AMIIA CASTILLO his brother, Helio. The two went DAVID tóill , J o n a t h a n Thompson on to develop a style of fighting . A A D iQiiLEV MNA into what we know today as BJJ, KATHRYN m ceeayer creating a veritable dynasty of fighters under the Gracie name. BJJ achieved much of its inter*, C artoomìsts * national acclaim through the Ultimate Fighting Championship, a Mixed Martial Arts Tournament JOAN AH0BFSOH based partially on .the Brazilian vale tudo "no holds barred" style of fighting. Royce Gracie won the first, second and fourth Ultimate Fighting Championship, beating ¡¡Il l l l l l l l andtettersto many opponents that were larger Ü f ||f§j published in The and stronger than him by using BJJ (represent the opmtóas techniques. Today, BJJ is one ofthe ttitetóhor» aart f ®Hi l l l l primary focuses of Mixed Martial Arts fighters across the world. I B H ressent the views of TW Pride, or ofCatîfomia ; While this course does not offer State University | § | U H U ! any grading or promotions, it does N MHPR editorials represent teach students the fundamentals of Board of Trustees, the Chancellor justified the executive salary increases based on data collected by a private f irm that suggests CSU executive salaries lag by 46 percent. Despite discrepancies in the reliability and accuracy of this data, the Chancellor will continue to work to close this purported salary gap, aiming to close it completely by 2010. Since the California Postsecondary Commission halted its executive salary studies based on inadequate data on CSU executive benefits, Chancellor Reed commissioned Mercer Human Resource Consultation to conduct comparative salary studies. BJJ, both in self-defense techniques and in ground submissions. At the start of the class, students warm up with simple partner exercises. From there, students learn positional control techniques, as well as various joint locks and chokes from these positions. Unlike some other martial arts, students can practice most BJJ techniques at full speed against a resisting partner, which has the advantage of giving students a much more realistic learning experience. After a fair share of practice, students get the chance to try their newly mastered moves on each other in brief sparring matches at the end of the class. Sophomore, Alex Wang, f requently attends the course and explains that he decided to t ry it out because "I had f ree time and had an interest in martial arts." When asked what he enjoyed most about the class, Alex stated that "learning to defend yourself When asked why his office chose t o commission the Mercer group instead of supply the necessary data to CPEC, the Chancellor stated that "the Mercer Group is a nationally respected organization." Chancellor Reed went on to explain that the Mercer study only does a "cash compensation analysis because it is very d ifficult to get Universities...to disclose all of their benefits." The limited scope of this study does raise important questions about the effectiveness of this study as a basis for executive compensation decisions like the one made at Tuesday's meeting. With the growing awareness of the CSU faculty, s taff, and students, it is clear that f uture executive raises will not pass without rigid scrutiny. In an e ffort headed by the California State Student Association t o involve the public in the Board's decisions, students will soon be able to apply to become one of two Student Trustees to the CSU Board of Trustees. Between new legislative regulations, budget crisis, new representation on the Board, and an unrelenting body of staff and students, the authority of the CSU Board of Trustees to approve executive compensation increases in the f uture has some new obstacles to overcome. Photo by Jason Encabo / The Pride Brazilian Jui-Jitsu student participates first-hand in technique displayed by instructor, Jonathan Barney. when someone attacks you, and then learning to counter it is very cool." In addition to the actual techniques learned, Alex tells the Pride that " it's also a good workout, especially for stamina." In j ust one hour, students learn a lot of techniques that give them an edge in potentially dangerous situations. Unassuming girls and guys of Cai State San Marcos now have access to powerful combat techniques, so bullies be warned; the next fight you pick with a student with may j ust land you in an arm-bar. From BALL, page 1 on alternative transportation to the ball with the purchase tickets. Parking at the House of Blues is 12 dollars for valet with a limit of only 130 cars. ASI has also reserved several rooms in San Diego at a discounted rate for students to purchase. D rinks range f rom five dollars and up. Pick up your tickets at the ASI business office located in FBC 103 as soon as possible. ܧ l i B B opinion rf t he letters FOR LEASE - LIGHT INDUSTRIAL PARK SETTING Recently Renovated and Upgraded Superior Access to Hwy 78,1-5 & 15. Ideal for Storage, Day Studio, Efficient .SIÈÈÈÈÊÊÊÊÈÊilÊÊÊÊÊS Workspace. Roll-up doors, Ample parking, WÊÈÊÊÊÈÊË 14'clearance. Size Range: 860 - 3,500sq.fi. Price range: $850.00- $3,400.00 per month • to t he i ndividuai e diContact: (310)392-6489 ; Bfc'' \ 'v - ' tickets for twenty dollars. ASI expects 1000 students to participate in the annual ball and is confident that tickets will sell out soon. 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The Chargers attacked first when quarterback, Philip Rivers passed to tight end, Vincent Jackson for 27 yards and the touchdown, to take the 7-0 lead. Packers quarterback, Brett Favre heated up early in the second quarter, passing to wide receiver, Donald Driver for a short touchdown with 11:53 on the clock. Later in the quarter, Favre hooked up with tight end, Bubba Franks for another short touchdown pass, making Favre just one touchdown pass away from tying the all-time record. The Chargers tightened things up in the final minutes of the quarter when Rivers connected with wide receiver, Buster Davis for a 9 yard touchdown, bringing the Packers lead to only three at the half. LaDainian Tomlinson returned tQ the limelight in the third quarter, taking the lead with a 21 yard touchdown reception, maneuvering in typical LT fashion en route to the end zone. The Packers fought back with two minutes l eft in the game, as Brett Favre passed for his r ecoritying 420th career t ouchdown,' connecting with wide receiver, Greg Jennings for 57 yards and the lead. The Packers capitalized on a Philip Rivers interception, taking on some insurance with a Brandon Jackson rushing touchdown, pushing the score to 31-21. Nate Kaeding kicked a 44-yard field goal on the Chargers final drive in hopes to set up an onside kick comeback, but it wasn't enough to hold off Green Bay, who issued the Chargers their second straight loss by a score of 31-24. The Packers improved to 3-0, their best start since 2001. The Chargers record is now 1-2, as they head home to take on the 12 Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday at 1:15p.m. on CBS. Tuesday; September 25, 2007 Up to date SOCCER # M: RESULTS Mens * * - *: • Sept. 4 Sept. 7 Sept. 8 Sept. 13 Sept. 15 Sept. 21 . : \ „ .. . . s XFf - .. - - %% t,. 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Obey local traffic safety laws and y �BYJACLYN CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Beginning Oct. 17, Through the O-Team, the Orientation Team will members have the opportukick off their own recruitment nity to connect with other stuweek with a 'Mission: [It's] Possi- dents and get to know staff memble' campaign by handing out appli- bers on campus. There are two leadercations and hosting informational ses- ship development retreats a year (winter sions for any interested students. and summer) that serve to strengthen the According to the CSUSM Student Life unity of the team and the individual. Addiand Leadership website, there are more than tionally, all O-Team members have priority eighty student organizations for students to registration to help volunteers plan around their choose from. One of the first visible campus required Friday meetings. groups for most students is the Orientation Team "From the outside the big benefit is the prior(O-Team). The O-Team consists of thirty to forty ity registration, but from within fellow O-Team student volunteers who help new students adjust to members realize that we are a support system. We campus life. The volunteers serve as mentors to the help each other harness our teamwork and leadership new student body beginning the first day of orienta- skills," said Mason; tion through the on going s emester/ The requirements for anyone interested in join"O-Team is a group whose mission is to welcome all ing the Orientation teain include a 2.0 semester GPA new students to our campus, help out in any way they and cumulative 2.5 GPA. Any hopefuls must fill out an can, and have a lot of f un in the process," said Jennie application that includes a faculty/supervisor recomGoldman, Coordinator of New Student Programs! mendation form. Applications are available in the StuDuring Orientation, the O-TeSli gives information dent Life and Leadership Office, Craven 3400 and due on anything students need to know. Q-Team members Oct. 5 at noon in the same office. In addition to the techlead groups of eight to fifteen students on campus tours nicalities, the O-Team is looking for mature and accountand help students register for classes (how to register, not able students willing to put 100% effort into meetings, what to register for). In addition to student interaction, orientation, training and retreats. Good communication O-Team members play a large role in bringing Orienta- skills, keeping an open mind and being an approachable tion day together. They hand out parking permits t o stu- figure across campus are desirable qualities of O-Team dents, check them in, and make sure all the rooms used members. throughout the day are in good shape. On days that family Unity and teamwork are essential tools in the structure members attend Orientation, the volunteers answer any «-of any club or organization. Some are more successful questions they have from a student perspective. than others. The O-Team strives to not only create bonds "The O-Team serves as the first face that incoming stu- but also maintain them. The O-Team is an open invitadents see on this campus. We set the tone for how new tion to a new extended family unit and for anyone lookstudents feel toward CSUSM," said Lindsay Mason, one ing to find a place during their ^ears in college, that is of the SJ Campus focus: The Orientation Team With the O-Team application process underway, The Pride takes a look at their upcoming mission �_ FEATURES THE PRIDE Website of the Week Web mogul Google.com offers more than just a search engine BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer Google is taking over the world. From its modest beginnings in the fall of 1998 in Menlo Park, California, Google has had a mission: " to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful." Flash forward nine years, and Google is the most used search engine on the web, with more than half of the world's web-search market share. There is no doubt Google reigns supreme on the web, and with publicly traded stock hovering around the 550.00 mark, Google is clearly a monetary staple as well. One of the perks of bringing in roughly $10.6 billion a year is the ability to innovate with advancements that just might characterize the future of the web. Google re-invented email in 2004, with the release of the highly touted, Gmail which featured unprecedented spam filtering and an unheard of storage capacity that allowed users to "archive" read mail, rather than permanently deleting it. The "archive" feature was years ahead of its time for a web-based email service, and Google Doc$ v? set* ÖOOghl PftlMllf lllfuii saved «i September 21,200711:35AM In today's proved to be the main motivation behind Perhaps the biggest perk of what is now individuals switching their service to known as the Google Docs Suite, is the Gmail. idea that all documents are saved onto the In early 2006, Google took a stab at the web, rather than to a hard drive in a single word processing market, with the acqui- computer, thus making the service ideal sition of Writely.com, a web-based word for backing up important documents in processor, which was eventually used as the result of a hard drive failure. The Suite the ground work for Google Docs, also caters to users that work with multiple On Sept. 19, 2006, Google docs inte- computers and would like universal access grated the objective of Writely with the to their documents without the hassle of Google Accounts database, and since carrying around a flash drive. Google has rolled out a series of new feaGoogle's indirect attack on Microsoft's tures that brings many of the amenities of proprietary desktop applications also feaa user's desktop to the web. tures a web-based spreadsheet application that holds all of the basic aspects of MicroIfîSBÂiâKffiI tÉÉÉ Î StoJSä soft Excel. What completes the Google Docs Suite I1 &n/A ArfAu11ftiMjflw«^ummui« ! is last week's release of the long awaited Google Presentation. Google Presentation is a bona fide Microsoft PowerPoint killer, and though it is still in the early stages of post-release development, the features and usability look promising. Google Presentation is currently without some key ingredients that PowerPoint offers, such as sound, video, and animations, but remember, this is a web-based application, and it's free. Google Presentation is ideal for users who want to quickly create a presentation that will be readily available at any computer with web access. Google Presentation can also be a key tool for Macintosh users who's 30-day trial of Keynote (Macintosh's presentation software) has expired. All in all, Google is opening the door to a new generation of office applications, all the while revolutionizing ease of use. For more information on the Google Image courtesy ofdocs.google.com Docs Suite, visit d6cs.gobgle.com. technology iPhone delivers iDeal feature; Apple once again awes consumers with t he^utting edge BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Apple has one upped the technology industry once again. While still reveling in the success of the iPod, their new product the iPhone, keeps the company competitive in a lucrative, ultra fast growing and ever changing industry. The company began directly selling the iPhone June 29. iPhone seekers can also purchase the phone through AT&T. Apple's main offices are located in Cupertino, California. The company's last fiscal year grossed a whopping 19.3 billion dollars. The company incorporated in 1977 as Apple Computers. In January of this year, the company dropped the word "Computer" from their flame and simply became Apple Inc. The iPhone combines multiple uses in one unit. The cellular phone allows users to snap pictures, listen to music, send and receive both e-mails and visual voicemails. The phone also enables users to browse the internet. Unlike most cellular phones, the phone uses a virtual touch screen. Currently, the 8-Gigabyte iPhone sells for almost $400 dollars. The initial 8 GB iPhone dinged consumers $600 dollars, although it did not discourage scores of eager consumers from waiting in long lines. As a reward to it loyal buyers, the company credited $100 those who bought it for its original price. The company dropped the 4 GB version earlier this month. AT&T will continue to exclusively sell the phone until 2009 or later. AT&T offers the phone to customers with a minimum two-year contract. During September and following months, the phone ships out to foreign countries such as Germany and France. As in any industry, the iPhone faces fierce competition. Other j companies have r eal-j ized the profit capa- J bility of such a phone I and have jumped i ntoj the market to contend ! with Apple. Sam-; sung seems to be the j number one opponent I with their slim t oucH pad F700 Ultra Smart j Phone which retails around $330 dol-j lars. Another strong contender seems 1 to LG's KE850 Prada, which retails fori around $800 dollars. The US has yet to j receive LG's phone. An industry rumor has emerged j accusing Apple of incorporating keyjj features and aesthetics of LG's KE8501 Prada into their iPhone. There is n o 1 proof to support the conjured rumor. Other The iPhone keeps the company competitive in a lucrative, ultra fast growing and everchanging industry companies t echnology lar phones Apple^ when a phone's f mology have utilized reverse and engineered simito the iPhone as well. suffered another setback 17 year old cracked the technology. AT&T -• fcfc^ I M V I iA^i^b Bg exclusively has r i g h t ^ l J m to sell the phone p r e - l | | S k venting the phone fromwk being utilized with a n y ^ B ^ other cellular phone c o m - ^ K % pany. George Hotz of N e w ^ H k Jersey spent his entire s ummer^Mk trying to crack the phone. H e ® l stated that his mother refused to V • switch their family service plan 1 1 from T-Mobile to AT&T. Dying 1 • for the super awesome phone he! logged in a great amount of time and cracked the phone's restric- j ^H tions so that he could use the | phone with his T-Mobile ser- J vice. He created instructions J B and published them on the J w j internet. He strongly cautions J w ^^H people before trying the pro- § B cedure. mm As most companies, m m . Apple will most likely mm n j ^ ^ B release an u pgraded 1 1 • iPhone in the f uture. T hejJB • f uture iPhone will proba- X m I • bly have voice r ecording JHF • capabilities and voice wk msaE^m • m sm^TZS^^BBs^^^^m • • V mm diaiin g- Y e s ' t h e c ° o 1 j f 11 phone will become mm even cooler. Phonemm the c urrent iAs for J V p rices will m ostjBB • likely continue t o l l mm decrease as demand jj increases for the i K S M r u ltra hip phone. �Church's Influence on Sports Blood, sweat, tears, NHL Predictions classes BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer can tribal music was a f un day but still... 3 YCBS's. PSYC 348: I thought that the 'dev.' in "Dev. Psych: Adolescence" stood for 'deviant'. A fter two weeks of wondering when we would get to the good s tuff, I realized it stands for 'developmental'. Disappointment of my semester. But...the teacher is out of control. She has wild hand gestures. She genuinely thanks people for sharing personal stories. I can't help but like her. She's the aunt your parents were always afraid would make you hyper before bed. .5 YCBS, and a firm j esson about reading class descriptions. Now, these are just two examples, so that you too will be able to rate your classes using the Toria YCBS's Judgment Scale. You should also take into account how comfortable your desk is in the class or if your astronomy professor says things like, "Pluto goes at an angle all in and out crazy which is why it got kicked out of the solar system."* Man, I love that guy. Anyway... obviously, these rankings will give power to the people and we can topple some crap professors. Yeah. Right. Now all we need is a Facebook group to make the revolution official. *actual quote BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Ten out of ten college students (I actually just asked two guys in an elevator and multiplied by five) agree that college would be perfect if it weren't for classes. They put a damper on all the drinking binges and wild orgies my grandmother fears. So, let's discuss. There are different types of classes involved in ruining the university experience, which I divide by f rustration level. I like to evaluate them from one to three "You Can't Be Serious's." Let's go through two of my classes and grade them, so then you can do it to yours. MUSC 120: After three years of college, being forced to take an intro class angered me. I may or may not have turned bright green and ripped my clothes yelling, "TORIA ANGRY." On the first day, my professor, who reminds me of a kindly muppet, informs us that there won't be a midterm or final. I suddenly fear he's going to make us all hold hands and Kumbayah it up. In addition, I'm sure there are plenty of good people in the class, but I sat next to the one drawing the naked woman with cartoon breasts. Schmuck. The professor having us all participate in making A fri- The National Hockey League is about to begin. My preseason prediction of last year is correct- Anaheim Ducks are looking to defend their cup. But that was last year and this is this year. For a larger variety of predictions I am going to tell you all about both Tim Moore's and mine, followed* by my results of simulating 25 seasons on NHL 08. The first thing I am going to talk about is the President Trophy, which goes to the team with the most points at the end of the regular season. I believe that the Detroit Red Wings are going to walk into the post season with home ice advantage throughout the playoffs because they are in the weakest division in hockey. They get to face a deflated Nashville Predators, St. Louis Blues, Chicago Blackhawks and Columbus Blue Jackets. Tim Moore lias both the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks on top of their conferences while NHL 08 had the Sabres win the trophy ten times. The Hart Trophy goes to the leagues MVP, which I feel is going to go to the same guy who won it last year, Sidney Crosby. The 20 year old Crosby put the Pittsburgh Penguins on his shoulders and carried them into the playoffs and will be doing it again. Moore believes that Tampa Bay Lightening's Vincent Lecavalier will be the leagues MVP, while NHL 08 had Atlanta Thrashers Ilya Kovalchuk winning it eight times. The Art Ross Trophy goes to the player with the most points at the end of the season. Moore and I are on the same page with this, believing that Crosby is going to runaway with the award. I feel that Crosby is going to hit the 125 mark this year with Evgeni Malkin playing on the same line with him. NHL 08 believes that Kovalchuk is going to win this award with 103 points. The Vezina goes to the top goaltender and I feel that Roberto Luongo will take this award over the NHL 08's choice of Martin Brodeur. Brodeur lost some talented players in front of him and will need to carry the New Jersey Devils in order for them to have a good season. Moore says that the award will be going to Dominik Hasek who is coming back after a great year in Detroit. But the big predictions come for the playoffs. I believe that the Ducks are going to be a much stronger team come playoff time once, yes I said once because they are coming back, Teemu Selanne.and Scott Niedermayer come back. They will be winning the Stanley Cup over the Philadelphia Flyers in 4 games. The Flyers will have room to add Peter Forsberg or some other veteran talent at the trade deadline and make a strong run in the playoffs. Moore has the Penguins winning the cup over the Red Wings, while NHL 08 has the Sabres winning the cup over the San Jose Sharks in 5 games. If you have any comments feel free to e-mail me at churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm.edu. Or if you want make your own predictions visit thecsusmpride.com and leave your predictions in the comments. I f j ^ ^ p o u l d c h^g^'Ojnte t h i n g a bout C S U S M , »'ft . w a n t t o e x p a n d the m o r e " b i i i M i n g s àridi ctóssrooim And have morê alMMat•iili»ol• • -f • • I l l l I ¡ l l l l l i l • • ¡ 1 1 1 I V -" ^OmBÊBiHd' ' • ' ; i I P I l i P ^ ^ ' - ; '-*"Jj-J I . ... Jâ J " M o r e s p o r t s t e a m s P "' a n d activities w o u l d MttSHKH * ¿¿fc?w. b e Mifg H H gain m o r e school * - involvement a n d spirit" Letntts M ,, -118&, Freshman . Business Major HPvHpl QHBHhI �A&E THE PRIDE Tuesday; September 25, 2007 Old Viscosity Ale Jiallapxeinios BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Port Brewing brews Old Viscosity Ale in San Marcos, California. Cougars are fortunate to be associated with such a fine microbrewery. The brewery began in 1992 when Yince and Gina Marsaglia began brewing in their home. In 1993 the couple began brewing on a seven barrel system in Solana Beach. Eventually, the brewery expanded their operations to Carlsbad and San Clemente. In early 2006, the brewery purchased Stone Brewing's old facility, another local brewery in San Marcos, and increased their production for distribution purposes. Currently, the brewery can produce up to 5*000 barrels. They also have an oak barrel room for aged specialty beers such as Old Viscosity Ale. The ale's nickname, "The Big Black Nasty", sums up the distinct characteristics. The dark brown tinted 22-ounce glass bottle contains a blue and faint gray colored label. The label contains a picture of an antique truck being serviced by a faceless man. A shiny silvery cap bottles the ale with an alcohol by volume of 10 percent, twice the amount of an average beer. The strong ABV should be taken into consideration during consumption, i.e., sitting down on a chair, maybe even in a padded room. The ale has a powerful and distinguishing fragrance. The brain struggles to categorize the aroma with any learned scents in the brain's database. It almost has a sour berry smell. The beer pours with a solid two inch thick head. The ale appears to have a blood red brownish hue as the contents are emptied from the bottle to a glass. Before the ale even reaches the lips, the tongue cringes in disbelief. The ale assaults the taste buds and then infiltrates the tongue with intense flavor. The ale contains hints of chocolate and vanilla. The thick ale leaves a notable prickling sensation on the tongue. The strong ABV warms the throat as the ale passes through the mouth and into the stomach. Beer connoisseurs should enjoy the beer. Inexperienced beer consumers are forewarned. -Regardless of beer knowledge, Old Viscosity ensures a wild and thrilling ride. DROPPING: CD RELEASES FOR SEPT. 25 ALTERNATIVE ¡The Shepherd's Dog IRON & WINE BY JESSICA GONZALES Sam Beam, Iron & Wine's lead singer, (is at it again, mixing his indie sound of blues and folk to make his third studio album. COUNTRY RtócAtfiJ&TB Still Feels Good Rascal Flatts BY ROXANA SAID Hit-making country trio Rascal Flatts is coming out with their fifth album, hoping ¡to beat their previous successes. The group never ceases to make great and inspiring music. METAL Silent Treatment The Bled BY TIM MOORE • Images courtesy of Sub Pop, Lyric Street and Vagrant Records The Arizona post-hardcore band is hoping to please fans with a heavier sound reminiscent of their first fulllength album, "Pass the Flask." The Bled's most anticipated release to date promises powerful vocals and heavy guitar riffs. BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer A source of heated regional debate in San Diego, the matter of the best Mexican food place is as divisive as it is controversial. Everybody wants to believe they know where to find the best California Burrito, but like other touchy issues, not much room for compromise exists. Located off of Carmel Mountain Road in Rancho Bernardo, Jalapenos deserves nothing less than eternal praise as the "Mecca" of the California Burrito. Although the journey to Rancho Bernardo is long and arduous, this pilgrimage is an absolute necessity for any true California Burrito connoisseur. While most San Diegans are biologically equipped to handle Mexican food with little discomfort, the average eater, native or foreign, faces life-threatening challenges when eating at the run-of-the-mill taco shop. Fortunately for the maladapted, Jalapenos cooks their food with vegetable oil instead of lard, allowing the stomach to greet the California Burrito with peaceful adoration. The Burrito (yes, it needs to be capitalized) itself represents the pinnacle of Burrito craftsmanship. Off the menu, the Jalapeflos California Burrito includes your standard carne asada, fries, cheese, and guacamole, but I suggest holding the guacamole as it does tend to overwhelm the other vital flavors in the burrito here. From the excellent array of salsas you may want to go with the simple red hot sauce. Unlike the harsh and unforgiving hot sauce of most other taco shops, Jalapenos provides their customer with a smooth and balanced blend of flavor and spice that complements a California Burrito unlike any other salsa to date. When ready, the composed and neat exterior of the burrito deceives the eager customer, who at this point is completely unaware of the chaotic splendor within. The first bite breaches the calm exterior and unleashes torrents of incredible flavors. In a daze, the remainder of the burrito quickly disappears, the final bite as glorious as the first. In such a volatile and competitive field, the search for the best Cali Burrito is unending. The California Burrito at Jalapenos may not be the best; I just haven't found a better one yet. H ALO 3: THE ONE RING T O RULE THEM A LL BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer It has many names to it - the killer-app, the epic saga, or the best 15 seconds in video gaming. It only takes one word for people to weigh in exactly what the title means - amazing. The third and final installment of the gaming saga that is Halo for the Xbox 360 hit shelves at midnight at various retailers across the nation. Many people lined up outside Gamestops and EB Games as early as 9 o'clock to be among the first to get their copies. "Halo 3 is much more than a video game release—it's the biggest entertainment event of the year," said Peter Moore, the former vice president for Microsoft gaming and interactive division. As part of the promotion for the game, Pontiac and Microsoft teamed up to give gamers a chance to play the game in San Francisco and New York on IMAX screens earlier this month. Participants received copies of the game prior to its launch date. The story of Halo centers around Master Chief Petty Officer SPARTAN117, or Master Chief for short, and the war between the United Nations Space Command and an alien army called the Covenant. In the climax of the previous installment, Master Chief has stowed away aboard a Covenant vessel that is headed for earth, which sets up the final chapter. Halo is this generation's touchstone for pop culture in the same way that Star Wars and Lord of the Rings has for earlier generations. Earlier this past summer, a few gamers were treated to an online beta test to give a glimpse of what people will be in store for - Mongoose ATVs, new multi-player maps, and character remodels. Some of the other new additions included will be bigger, badder weapons, bubble shields, 8 new vehicles, an equipment Forge system, 4-player co-op campaigns, new levels, and a high-definition 1080p output to name a few. In 2004, the launch of Halo 2 sold over two million copies on its first 24 hours generating roughly $125 million in revenue. Pundits have expected that number to rise to over $200 million due to the three editions that were made available to consumers ranging anywhere from $59.99 to $129.99. m 1 il ¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡i •Ji t t ^ •' S« 11 ¡11 A % i iiili M M ^smm m 1 i___ l __ _ - \ Image courtesy ofMicrosoft �Transformers: Pitting tla "OH SX6# YEAH" in BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer I knew things were going to go well when an adorable little usher said, "Please DO NOT ask us to turn down the sound, because we CAN NOT. This is IMAX." Well, alright then. I lost faith in the first 30 seconds, with a smarmy premise that actually includes a deep male voice saying, "But we were already too late." You expect him to say, "DOT DOT DOT," just in case the audience didn't get the suspense. But then something amazing happened. Asteroid-type objects started hurtling across the screen and the theater started shaking from the sound. Within three minutes, it blew my mind. I'll give you an overview of the movie and then we can talk significantly more about IMAX, which was the important part. The kid from Even Stevens on the Disney Channel is all grown up, gets his first car, and then finds himself embroiled in a robotic civil war from outer space which has finally spread to Earth. It involves a chase with a police car and a Camero, which I never thought I would see outside of the 1980s, and lines like, "It's you and me, Megatron." There's also a totally unrealistic hot blonde systems analyst. Every 15 year old boy in the audience was like, "HEY! She's wearing a mesh shirt!" I found myself at several points humming, "Hiiiiighway to the DANGER ZONE" since that was just about the only thing missing from the cheesy writing and crap soundtrack. But man, I would see it a second time and maybe even a third time just for the special effect^. I thought everyone was joking about the beauty of IMAX, but there were Fall TV line-up honestly moments that I felt like I was running for my life with the characters orflying in the Air Forcé. Tlfo pomt of view flying scenes were unbelievable, and the part at the beginning with the base and the.. .well, you'll know what I'm talking about when you see it. Suffice to say, the movie won't be winning any Academy Awards, but that's not the film's purpose. It can be summed up best in the words of the friend who accompanied me, "Dude, that was amazing. But if I had written it, I would have just had them credit me as 'Anonymous.'" Entertainment outside of school BYJACLYNCARBAJAL! Pride Staff Writer If you're a college student, fall is about one thing: the fall semester. Life f or the next few months takes a sideline to homework, essays, classes and reading» Between your busy schedule, it would be nice to see a few good shows here and there, right? If you're like us, getting into a new show is a commitment for an entire season, maybe even a whole series. To save you from wasting your time on a show that gets canceled midseason or you get tired of, we've taken the liberty of assigning a guide for the average student. ÜH ¡I teil v Ib»r i # # ## 9 P.M. - Heroes Mondays are never fun, but the show that makes them a bit more enjoyable is back. The second season began Monday, but one episode shouldn't set you back too far, considering the network promises a whole new adventure. The show is a modern take on the Marvel comics of yesterday and the cast is hot. 9 P.M. • Scrubs We were going to recommend The Office but I wanted to give Scrubs a shout out as well. Then I thought, why not both. The Office starts at 9 pm and Scrubs immediately follows I # 10 P.M. - Journeyman And a new one from NBC right afterwards, if you don't want to touch the remote after Heroes. A little bit mystery, little sci-fi, half a tablespoon of romance, and you have a show about a journalist who keeps getting sucked into the past and changing the things he finds there. But why?!? Hopefully, it doesn't get canceled before we find out. at 9:30 prir both shows are hilarious, consist of a relatively young cast and don't consist of a hard to follow plot line, which is always good if you can't commit to every episode, every week. Images courtesy ofNBC, ABC, CBS and Fox networks. 9 P.M. - House It's Tuesday. You're already asking if it's Friday and you find yourself more and more sarcastic. This returning hit series is just what the doctor ordered. It's dry. It's edge. It's completely different than any of the other doctor dramas on primetime. In addition, new cast members left and right should keep even followers of the show on their toes. 9 P.M. Moonlight This has the potential to be a disaster. Hot guy is a vampire and a private investigator (Angel, anyone?). We think it probably has a 50/50 chance of getting canceled, but...what if it turns out to be really good? 10 P.M.-Cane After your homework break between 9 and 10, return to the screen for a family drama with more than a few twists. The Duque family runs a rum and sugar business and fights against outsiders and each other to keep it solvent. Featuring Hector Elizondo, Rita Moreno and Jimmy Smits - the show should be incredible. Women's Murder Club We should put both these shows in those inflatable sumo suits and make them wrestle. Unlike Moonlight, this show has some tried and true TV actresses, well, solving murders. It's also based on a best selling book series. Unless the.network hires dry witless writers, we think this one could be around a while. 8 P.M. - Pushing Daisies Three days into the week. You're procrastinating. You come across a show you've never heard of, Pushing Daisies. Set to begin October 3rd, it's one of the critically acclaimed shows of the season. It's about a guy who can bring back the dead momentarily with the touch of his hand. It sounds interesting enough to give it a chance. 9 P.M. Desperate Housewives Sunday night is a saving grace to anybody who enjoys the drama f of Wisteria Lane. If you haven't ' watched an episode of Desperate Housewives yet, it isn't too late to get started. The show is full of scandal, sex, mystery and satirical humor. Girls love it and 9P.M. With Bionic Woman, another critic's darling, and Private Practice, the offshoot in what will soon become a Grey's Anatomy empire, you're going to have to pick for yourself. 10 P.M.-Dirty Sexy Money The name alone should draw you in. But in addition, it's got an awesome cast, and a bunch of rich people trying to get away with doing whatever they want and failing at it. so do guys; Trust us. We know a few who've been brave enough to give it a siftt. While this is by no means a complete list, and you may choose to follow your own crazy desire, we here at the Pride have given you a TV jumpingoff point. Now go watch, grasshopper. � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. Sort Key PR The Pride Yes 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/. 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While own President Haynes is among those executives that recently received a pay raise, she is not the target of any of the CFA's criticism, unlike many other CSU presidents. Citing fraudulent spending on compensation for executives as well as unreliable data to j ustify pay raises, the CFA, Senator Yee, Assemblyman Portantino, and students plan to convene at the State Capitol to urge Governor Schwarzenegger to sign A.B. 1430 and S.B. 190 into law, legislation that will considerably reform current executive compensation policy in the CSU. The recent criticism f rom the CFA moved forward the issue of executive compensation into t he center of the CSU See R AISES, page 2 The issue of racism in the U.S. comes to CSUSM Students protest in support of national student walk out for the Jena 6 Photos by Toria Savey / The Pride BY TORI A SAVEY Pride Staff Writer (Top left) In support of a national student walk-out for the Jena 6, students protest in front of University Hall in the free speech zone. (Above) Students get signatures for a petition demanding the release of the Jena 6. As racial tension in America continues to build, students on campus voiced their opinions on the issue of racism at a protest on campus held Monday, Oct. 1. This protest was in accordance with a national student walk out to support the Jena 6 of Jena, L a. The protest's purpose was to raise awareness and get individuals to sign a petition to t he governor of Louisiana demanding the freedom of the Jena 6. In the town of Jena, La., with a population of less than 3,000, the whole story began with an incident regarding a tree. The most common version of the story is that an A frican American student requested permission to sit under an oak tree where white students usually congregated. On the morning a fter he sat there, t hree nooses were found hanging f rom a tree, a symbol for the Ku Klux Klan. According to alternative news sources, including an article carried by K FMB Channel 8, several Jena school administrators say that the tree was never strictly used by Caucasian students, and there S tudents get R.A.D. ASI and Women's Center sponsor University Police Rape Aggression Defense BY PAMELA CASTILLO Pride Staff Writer The Rape Aggression Defense System r eturns to CSUSM this October. ASI and the Women's Center are sponsoring the first twenty students that RSVP, and there is no cost for r eturning students. The program focuses on empowering women, and prepares them to b e aware of their surroundings. R.A.D. System's objective is " to develop and enhance the options of self defense, so they may become viable considerations to t he woman who is attacked." This course for women spans over 4 sessions: October 9, 11, 16, 18. Each session r uns f rom 4 p.m.-7 p.m. This semester's instructors are Officer McLean, Officer Panza, CSO rep. Casey Burns, Student Health rep. Cathy Nguyen, and CSUSM Foundation rep. Sarah Derho. Officer McLean explained, "We teach concepts as tools for women to put into their toolbox. We o ffer them choices, should they ever be faced with an assault situation." According to R.A.D Systems (http:// www.rad-systems.com), over 250,000 women have taken this course. Lawrence N. Nadeau founded the program in 1989, and since then the program has grown to be the largest organization of its kind. A s Officer Panza explained, CSUSM has offered the course since the summer of 1996. Instructors have taught the course to students, teachers and faculty here, as well at other institutions. CSUSM graduate student Lissa Lim took the course in 2004. Sharing her experience, Lissa explains that she learned to be more assertive. " I learned a lot and gained confidence in my ability to defend myself. It was great! Each woman learned that it doesn't matter if you're big or small. We were all able to use what we had learned, successfully." Lissa also described the simulations at the end of the course in which, instructors wearing padded suits would act out attack scenarios while students practiced defending themselves. The course emphasizes awareness, prevention, and basic defense techniques. Officer McLean stated, "we teach individuals to heighten their awareness level." J For more information, students can contact Officer P anza at ypanza@csusm.edu were two nooses, not three. There is disagreement about the beginning, but there is no argument that one less noose was not going to make much of a d ifference. Two m onths l ater, s omeone b urned d own a w ing of t he s chool, a n i ncident f ollowed by t wo f ights b etween A frican A mericans a nd C aucasians. T he s ituation e ventually r eached a b oiling p oint w hen six A frican A merican s tudents, n ow k nown a s t he J ena 6, w ere See RACISM, page 2 UVA residents and censorship BY TORIA SAVEY P ride Staff Writer Last week, residents of the University Village Apartments (UVA) found flyers on their doors announcing that Harry Potter books, movies, all H arry Potter related paraphernalia would be banned, and anyone found in possession of such material would receive some form of punishment. According to various student accounts, the punishment would be a UVA 'strike'. Three of these 'strikes', for not following the rules of t he See CENSORSHIP, page 2 �NEWS From RAISES, page 1 T HE ( ^PRIDE budget controversy, drawing the BP attention of prominent state- level E DITORIAL STAFF Hi government officials. California State Senator (I g l Leland Yee recently worked with M the CFA in an investigation of S I several former and current CSU • d esio N E ditor Executives. A report released Sept. 26, 2007 exposes "waste, fraud, and abuse of taxpayer dollars" on the part of the CSU Administration through millions of dollars in executive perks and VIRÏDIAKA PACHEC04SÂÂC alleged "sweetheart" deals. Although the list of purported grievances is long, a brief overview of the report tells of pay raises given to certain executives despite "documented poor performance", raises given to executives * * 'ÔDWEdlÎOR— ^ ' V "tlFFAHIiHOÀHÔ ; , with "links to scandal", executives kept on the payroll long after departure, and "taxpayer dollars / : S taff W eiters spent on flawed studies to justify . PAM £ IA CASTXtIX> executive pay raises". D àvro C hurch ' p i i S i i B T hompson Alexander Gonzales, former AMANDA ¥ & m t Cal State San Marcos President and current President of CSU Sacramento, just received a raise . ^ ^ C artoonists fjjlH I \ . Aiwisor JOAN AM0BKSON ' From RACISM, page 1 charged w ith a ttempted murder of a Caucasian student named J ustin Barker, a fter they had allegedly attacked h im. The lethal weapon * listed when f iling the charges was the b oys' ; . ^Wished -m TÎ&. : sneakers. Following the altercation, Justin Barker went the hospital ; of the author, Ä f e Ä 'mc~ . for a mild concussion, and \yas essarily represent .the views released the same day. of Thè Pride, Mychal Bell, the first of the or of California Jena 6 to be charged for the inciState University San Marcos. dent, was originally found guilty of a felony, aggravated seconddegree battery with sneakers still L etters to t he e ditor considered the deadly weapon by telephone m màm^ V t M l ítóay'be e ditedforgrammar * m4 length* Deiters ¡ b e u nder 3 00 From CENSORSHIP, page 1 should stibr ' p ride#csusm.edu, mtúer t han t # t hé tadi^diiâledi' «NEI» S i l tìtepòlky o fTlíe Pride mi pepimi anotîymmïs faMÓlt; ' : ; ; v ^ O í ^ l a y ^ c J a f s í f i e d tíverU c omplex, result in expulsion from the UVA. Followingthe spread o fthe news spread amongst UVA residents and CSUSM students throughout the week, over the weekend THE PRIDE of $29, 775 from the Board of Trustees despite "a resounding vote of no confidence from the faculty (78% voted "no confidence"), a student petition for no confidence in the president, and revelations that he has used his position to help hunters shoot endangered species in Africa." Similarly, President of Sonoma State, Ruben Arminana, got a $28,113 raise in spite of a "no confidence vote" vote by threequarters of the faculty. Fresno State University President, John Welty, recipient of a $35,011 raise, received his raise just after his school lost a pivotal gender discrimination lawsuit, costing Fresno State $5.85 million. The report also accuses the CSU Administration of "golden parachute" deals, which involves generously compensating departed administrators even after they stop working, otherwise known as "no show jobs". Former CSU Monterey Bay President left his job in 2005 for a six-figure job at UNESCO and was left on the CSU payroll for a year after his departure, earning $157,932 for literally no work. Even after executive compensation reforms, "retiring CSU Dominguez Hills President James Lyons received a check for $103,460 on his way to a new job in Maryland" according to CFA's report. The CFA also attacked the CSU executive compensation policy from a different angle, identifying discrepancies in the salary comparison study that suggested a 46% salary lag for CSU executives. This study, kndwn now as the Mercer study, formed the basis for Chancellor Reed's proposal at the last Board of Trustees meeting, a proposal that ultimately resulted in the latest round of executive pay raises. The CFA, with the help of Assemblyman Anthony Portantino, recently called for the CSU to disclose the entire Mercer report. They also released a report critical of the parts of the study that are public, claiming, "at least three issues raise serious questions about the conclusions drawn by Mercer and acted upon by CSU officials." Among these issues, the report cites some factors not calculated in the Mercer study, including the monthly $1,000 car allowance and the $50,000-$60,000 yearly housing allowance which is more than some CSU faculty salaries. This evidence leads the CFA and others to question thé accuracy of the perceived salary lag. This report also identifies the unnecessary confidentiality ofthe report, which the CSU Administration and Mercer identify as "trade secrets". Meanwhile, the CFA and Assemblyman Portantino maintain, "compensation surveys should be transparent, not proprietary." Assemblyman Portantino said, "it is absolutely absurd that a public institution refuses to provide information to the public they are serving and I am calling on them to, once and for all, release the entire report." The Chancellor's O ffice has not o fficially responded to the latest reports and criticisms, but he has maintained his support of the data found in the Mercer study. a j ury of all-white after two hours of deliberation. The verdict has since been overturned by a court of appeals, which stated that he should never have been tried as an adult. A police r eport was never f iled for the noose incident, and t he students in question received p unishment t hrough the school's j udiciary system, but were not expelled. According t o several news sources, some members of the c ommunity agree with the school's s uperintendent that the nooses were j ust a p rank. Reactions throughout the country have been varied. Over 20,000 people marched in Jena to protest racial injustice. Knowledge of the situation in Jena, and response to it, had remained small here on campus until quite recently. San M arcos is c ertainly not i mmune f rom r ecent r acism. In r egards t o San M arcos and N orth C ounty San D iego, i ssues of r acism r egarding i mmigrants have b een o ften c overed. In Vista, an inquiry about holding a Mexican Independence Day celebration was met by this comment from the head of the chamber of commerce: "Absolutely not. This would be divisive. Can you imagine how the Minutemen will react?" The Escondido City Council voted to ban renting living space to illegal immigrants, a law later overturned in the courts after two million dollars were spent on legal fees. "I found out [about Jena] through YouTube about six months ago and after taking a class on social injustice in the judicial system, I researched more about the Jena 6 and realized how the theory in that class pertained to an actual event...I just couldn't sit there when injustice went on," said campus protest organizer Diana Wong. an announcement appeared on the inside doors of the UVA stating that the alleged ban on Harry Potter was a hoax. According to UVA staff, the announcement of the ban was designed to ignite student interest in a program on banning books and censorship. According to Mike Sapp, treasurer of the Resident Hall Council, "It was a hoax just to get people interested; because nothing else worked... it had been planned before school started." Freshman David McFarlane, a UVA resident, said, "It's defi- nitely a way to get attention, especially the way they made the letter look official. But I'm sure it pissed some people off." Censorship is a fairly solemn subject. 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Tattoos: "Supaman* on b a d i i<H*c$ii you do not know. 1 left arm. ^ ^, illiliS®! I I I! \ tfyou ham my infyrmatioi^ call Universtiy Police or the t$Hm7W^W>$. i ^ ^Stydgït r e p o r t ^ parking ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ e front f ^ f e ä ^ C T Ä a t tììeUVA phoned UPD ttiat s omeone vertfylngttie numbers, UPD returned the permit to 9/23/07 r eceived^ phone m \U CWIbers detained t he two ' ipb parental cSÎstody. ch&ttmg on-Um WUh someone thai �Chargers lose t hird s traight BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer Ladies and gentlemen, say hello to your 1-3 San Diego Chargers. The Chargers needed to set things straight Sunday. Coming off of two tough losses on the road, a home match-up against a mediocre Kansas City Chiefs team was supposed breathe fife into the struggling Chargers, and give fans something to cheer about. Qualcomm Stadium was buzzing with anticipation prior to Sunday's start. The support was greeted as early as the Chargers posted the first ten points of the game. With an early Nate Kaeding field goal and an impressive LaDainian Tomlinson rushing touchdown, made possible by a Philip Rivers pass to Wide Receiver, Vincent Jackson for 39 yards. The Chiefs got on the board early in the second with a 21-yard field goal by Dave Rayner. With 6:55 left in the second, Nate Kaeding kicked season best, 51-yard field goal, to improve the Chargers lead to 13-3. Kaeding struck again at the end of the second quarter with yet another field goal, this time for 38 yards. With Kaeding's field goal, the Chargers took a 10 point lead into half time, appeasing fans until Kansas City struck hard in the third quarter. Up to date SOCCER*^ RESULTS* Just minutes after Chiefs kicker, Dave Rayner kicked a 41-yard field goal, Chiefs quarterback, Damon Huard passed to tight end, Tony Gonzalez for a 51 yard touchdown, tying the game up at 16-16. The Chiefs took the lead with 11:46 left in the fourth quarter, as Huard passed to rookie wide receiver, Dwayne Bowe, for 51 yards and the touchdown. Philip Rivers cracked under pressure with seven minutes to go in the game, giving up a fumble that was recovered by rookie cornerback, Tyron Brackenridge for a 50 yard defensive touchdown. The Chargers failed to mount a comeback in the final minutes of the game, making the final score Chiefs 30, Chargers 16. The loss pushed the Chargers to a record of 1-3, and left fans questioning the legitimacy of their new head coach, Norv Turner. Fans went as far as to chant "MAR-TY! MAR-TY! MAR-TY!" late in the game, in reference to former coach, Marty Schottenheimer, who was fired shortly after last season. Schottenheimer led the Chargers to an NFL best 14-2 record last season, but was shown the door after a series of disagreements with Chargers general manager A.J. Smith. The Chargers look to get back on the right track next Sunday, as they face the Denver Broncos, in Denver, at 1:15p.m. on CBS. Mens . Sept. 8 Westmont Sept. 13 UC - Santa Cruz Sept. 15 Master's Sept. 21 UC - San Diego 0-1 L 1 -0 W 2-5 L 3-2 W Sept. 24 1-6 L CSUDH- Carson NEXT GAME: OCTA2 AT CHAPMAN Womens Sept. 8 Concordia Sept. 13 Cat Baptist Sept. 15 Master's Sept. 18 Point Loma Sept. 20 Biola Sept. 24 CSUDH - Carson NEXT GAME: OCT. 7 AT CAL LUTHERAN Ill > i and ^mpmblmlm Free ail If Pickup of High with and Southern Mmè m Delivery Vespai to California. 1725 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 if m m vespaoceanside, 1-4 L 1-0 W 4-1 W 0-2 L 4-0 W 0-3 L com Sales, Rentals, Parte & Service Hours: P IAGGIO Gas Mileage varies depending on weight speed, and road conditions. Prices? �Tuesday, October 2, 2007 FEATURES TE pi e Hr d Want to get away but stay nearby? Look no further Carlsbad coast offers wine tasting as a c heap alternative to ¿the b ar h opping scene - BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer I do not think of myself as much of a wine connoisI seur. Although I do enjoy wine I am more interested in hanging out with friends and enjoying the experience. When my friend asked me a few weeks ago to try.a wine tasting in downtown Carlsbad I was suspicious. In my opinion, Carlsbad represents a spot for a few pints at the pub rather than a cultured wine tasting. In order to appease my friend and try something new I went anyway. What surprised me most was how unpretentious the experience was. I always imagined wine tasting to correspond with words like; complex, smoky yet fruity, and appealing. My friend took me to Witch Creek Winery on Grand Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway. The comical man behind the bar was cheerful and unassuming. He created a welcoming atmosphere for the knowledgeable wine drinker and novice alike. He offered descriptions along with a recipe for every bottle we purchased. The wine selection wàs predominately red although there were a few whites selected, along with one cider. Walking inside the winery was like being transported toNorthern California. Walking inside the winery was like being transported to Northern California. The wood flooring added an earthy atmosphere. Witch Creek makes their own wines and is a surprisingly f un and inexpensive experience with friends. A tasting costs five dollars and comes with a custom wine glass printed with a black cat on the front. I was so impressed with the relaxed atmosphere that I decided to try another Carlsbad winery. For those who enjoy good conversation accompanied by a good meal, help is here als and identify which one more debates. Other topics for the year clearly represented a category. include the civil rights movement For example, there was a slide and immigration reform, as well A new semester of f un and containing picture of the Pope and as meal-centered cultural events intellectually stimulating activi- the Dalai Lama, asking audience like a pre-Thanksgiving feast, ties is picking up speed with to determine which they thought and Passover Seder. Dinner Dialogues, a series of dis- was more spiritual. Afterwards, Attendance for each event is cussions combined with free din- with some thoughtful facilita- limited to 30 people in order to ners for those in attendance. tion, a discussion participated in avoid a group too large for discusThe dinners are designed by the entire audience ensued for sion, and those who wish to go and funded by the Cross Cul- a little more than hour. are required to RSVP to the Cross tural Center. Known as the C3, The series will continue with Cultural Center so that the right the Cross Cultural Center is an one event per month for the rest amount of food can be purchased. office located on the third floor of of the year. The next program; If you're looking for an event Craven Hall. In addition to serv- on October 23rd, is entitled "This that will leave your stomach full ing as a meeting place for all stu- Land is Your Land, This Land is and your brain thinking, then dents, it also provides support for My Land", and it meant to focus RSVP now for the Dinner Diacultural programming and orga- on Native Americans and land logues. nizations. The topic of the first program in the series was "Who's Acting FOR LEASE - LIGHT INDUSTRIAL PARK SETTING What?", designed to be a disRecently Renovated and Upgraded cussion on "socially constructed Superior Access to Hwy 78,1-5 & 15. identities and what happens Ideal for Storage, Day Studio, Efficient when individuals stray from that Work Space; Roll-up doors, Ample parking, stereotype and are called out for l4'clearance. 'acting'", according to the adverSize Range: 860 - 3,500sq.ft tisements. The program began Price range: $850 00- $3,400.00 per month with a thought-provoking visual Contact: (310)392-6489 presentation asking audience members to compare individuBY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer I took a few other friends to The Wine Spot for another evening." Upon entering the winery, we felt an immediately warm and relaxed setting. The back of the store was lined with a selection of various wines and gifts, while the periphery wall was lined with domestic and imported beers. Leading out to the back patio was the bar surrounded with tables and chairs thai created an appealing atmosphere. The back patio was open and included a fountain that transported the clientele to a restaurant in the South of France. The Wine Spot offered a variety of tasting options. Fifteen dollars gave us a selection of six themed wines and six dollars for three house wines and three dollars gave us a choice of three select beers. The winery also offered pairings of cheese and BBQ with the fifteen-dollar tasting. A woman behind the bar offered us the selections of tastings and gave an explanation for each wine. The winery also provided a tasting list to make notes for future reference. The ambiance was equally approachable for seasoned wine tasters as well as beginners. For a quick getaway on a student budget I recojnmend a trip to the coast of Carlsbad and try a tasting. You may find a love for wine you never knew you had, or just enjoy the atmosphere with friends. T HE K ENNETH A , F ICERNE F OUNDATION 2008 Youth Development Initiative Grants Where d years from mrmm The Sisaaslii A. ïte&m fwmèatèm h «eeejaieg nppik®âm& io pmmpste k 0«? m t v : fg l^^^Umtmmámmmmym^ * Receive personal 7 Bm^M^cmm^Mt cmnssüng zéMytmpmká* md wctk s in & mnprúñi I JV ¿ H i e application deadline is November 1,2007 \ For él^t^lìftr; Mtm&^îmt the Lite Foundation at/MCM^2205. �CSUSM's Oaxaca student organization offers students a sense of belonging BY JESSICA GONZALES Pride Staff Writer Oaxaca, a state in the southern end of Mexico, has a rich and unique culture unlike any other. And according to Yesenia Diaz, president of the Oaxaca Student Organization (OSO) here on campus, it is their mission to share it within the community. "We do more focusing on our culture than advocating," she said. "We want to celebrate our traditions." The idea started from Carmelino Cruz, a '05 CSUSM alum and friend of Diaz, and in September of last year, the Student Life and Leadership Offices approved the organization. Now a year later, the group has approximately 15 active members as well as a handful of supporters here on campus. The OSO seeks to provide students of Oaxacan origin with encouragement and a sense of unity in pursuing their college educations and participating in the community as well as inviting others to learn about Oaxacan customs and traditions. Ildeberto Ojeda, who is a freshman here at CSUSM and member of the OSO, is an Oaxacan native and saw the opportunity in joining the OSO. "It's a community that encourages pursuing education and opening doors and inviting others to join as well," he said The OSO holds cultural events and takes part in the Hispanic festivities much like other Latino groups such as M.E.Ch.A and the Ballet Folklórico Tierra Caliente. Their first event was in collaboration with Main St. Oceanside that celebrated Dia de los Muertos in October of 2006 and proved to be a success in getting the group more public recognition. Other celebrations include the celebration of the anniversary of the Mexican Revolution of 1910 on November 20th as well as holidays that relate to the Oaxacan culture like Guelaguetza and the birthday of Benito Juarez who was a President of Mexico and a native from Oaxaca. "Everyone is welcome to join," said Diaz. "We want to keep our traditions and celebrate them on campus and share them within the community." The OSO meets on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Library in room 2413 and welcomes anyone interested in joining. "Strippe Teased" E dgy p erformance highlights social issues of t oday topics, helping the medicine go down. Dark's performances are synonymous with excitement and anticipation as her style and subject matter are both intriguing and compelling. "Stripped and Teased" .will be exploring the lives of strappers to illustrate gender in our Ibciety. Lindsay Riecfel, who is hosting the event, said théfcègs much anticipation surrounding t )ark's performance. V: /•There is high eneigy surrounding; this e vent" she said. "People are excited about thè upcoming performance." Community members and students are invited to come to the occasion. Community members will have to pay for parking, although there is no fee for the event. BY KATHRYN MGBRAYER Pride Staff Writer Who wants to be "Stripped and Teased"? A captivating performance by Kimberly Dark will be held October 10th in the Arts building room 240. Dark's lecture/ performance entitled "Stripped and Teased: Scandalous Stories with Subversive Plots" is a new style of lecturing. Her 'stand-up' storytelling has audiences buzzing with excitement. Dark's entertaining technique enables listeners to enjoy exploring topics such as gender and race. Dark's material is close to her heart as she uses personal experiences to unearth race and gender constructions in our culture. Dark adds a teaspoon of humor to forbidden and taboo Website of the Week Move jy\f&r, iTunes Amazonmp3 offers better quality sound for a cheaper price On September 25, Amazon. BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer com, one of America's leading e-commerce websites announced the sale of Digital Rights Management (DRM)-free MP3s for the same price, and cheaper than the heavy hitters in the digital music market; most notably iTunes. iTunes, along with the majority of other digital music providers implement a tactic deemed necessary by many of the major record labels, called Digital Rights Management, or more casually, DRM. DRM is a method of copy protection that defends against the unauthorized duplication of a file. The most infamous implementation is that of the iTunes Music Store. iTunes uses MPEG-4 AAC DRM encoding that locks files into the iTunes player itself, and disallows users to play tracks purchased in the iTunes Music Store on any portable device other than Apple's own iPod. There are simple workarounds (i.e. burning the purchased tracks to a CD-R and reimporting), but none are as elementary as simply being able to freely move the files around. Amazon, who is among the e-commerce elite and one of the first major companies to sell goods online, has the right vision on the sale of digital music. The masses have been outraged with DRM since the get go, and for a major com- Amazon.com new offers tracks which can be played on any mp3 device, as opposed to iTunes' tracks, which pany to finally come forth and can only be played on an iPod attempt to shape the market in a over 2 million songs from over zonMP3 is the prices it offers. MP3 is the fact that all downpositive way is unprecedented. 180,000 artists, represented by AmazonMP3's albums start as loads come in a 256 kbps (kiloThe iTunes Music Store opened over 20,000 major and indepen- low as $4.99, with all tracks rang- bit per second) bit-rate; aka, near ing between .89 and .99 cents CD quality. The 256 kbps bit-rate the door in May, announcing the dent record labels. sale of DRM-free MP3s of every AmazonMP3 requires users each. You can buy Eminem's is twice that of the 128 kbps bitsong from record label, EMI's to download the Amazon MP3 greatest hits album, Curtain Call rate of all but the aforementioned catalog. Still, the vast majority Downloaded The Downloader for only $8.99. The same album EMI tracks on iTunes. Amazon is pushing the enveof tracks in the iTunes Music works similar to iTunes' down- will cost you $14.99 on iTunes. Store remain laced with DRM. loading functionality, streamlin- Did I mention the Amazon ver- lope of the sales of digital media, AmazonMP3 offers the world's ing the speeds, and organizing sion is both DRM-free, and in a and hoping to usher in a future of DRM-free online music sales. higher bit-rate than iTunes? biggest selection of DRM-free the user's downloads. What seals the deal for Amazon One major perk of Amamusic downloads, thanks to amazonmp3. MP3 Music Downloads for Any Media Player! m Amazonmp3 iTunes 1 C ariato Ca« I fKftfcltl 1 Sy towftw •»Ws — — • j&M s.99t imm $ j y j 1 VS I I 9 M m ü W WmVWBJJmS 2 *0-«9BV79fMBfW Wf E MIN3M CURTAIN 40*1 M N ^ p te étümér rëfiêm ^et. Pe the ftnsL fj£èêêé* SêêÊt &*eér\bé* 6f àsèS F&Mêié t&L 216 kfeacttrhaf*this? MiéàmiMtàÇBjanm CALL i^Lz* \ <Bms¡mmm> �6 OPINION Blood, sweat, tears, Church's Influence on Sports T HE PRIDE Tuesday, October 2, 2007 M L B Predictionsrevisited dating BYTORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Dating is a rite of passage. You know how I can tell? Because it involves a whole lot of aesthetic preparation and is usually quite p ainful. Oh, and because my grandmother thinks it's hilarious. Yeah, that's the whole checklist, so we're good to go. And so you know in advance, anything I use as an example has either happened to me or a close friend. I'm here to prepare you for the real world, and it's rough. Here's what used to take place in the Savey household. I take a shower. I shave my legs, because you never know. I get dressed, put on some make up, try to fix my hobo haircut, and go have coffee/dinner/wrist breaking skating incident. But no more. A fter the 14th guy who stared at me blankly because he didn't understand my jokes, I've got a new plan, that I've already implemented with moderate success. First of all, make it lunch. Then you don't have to worry about two horrific possibilities: being stuck with a loser face all night OR home by 8pm and stuck watching a madefor-TV movie while your grandmother laughs at you. Lunch is a deciding ground for whether an individual is worth post-5 p.m. hours. There's some quality TV on this fall and you don't want to agree to miss it until you're sure. And by sure, I mean you've already made it through lunch without him mentioning his ex obsessively, or finding out that he has a collection of Beanie Babies. Yeah, they were cute. W HEN I WAS 10. Second, I no longer get dressed and put on make up. I pick my battle gear and put on my war paint. Yes, dating was adorable and innocent in high school and maybe, if he was a real looker, you held hands by the end of the night. Now, you could end up with a guy who whips it out in the middle of Wii Golf and stares at you expectantly. Last but not least, be c areful with the hair. I personally recommend making it as large as possible. If they're intimidated by the plumage, then you will have gotten rid of another one who possesses the spine of a jelly fish. I personally use a p unk rock crest for the first date. It has a subtle, "You wanna play size? Mine's bigger," feeling about it, even if it's j ust hair. And for the love of all that is holy: Do. Not. Go. Skating. BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer On March 20, six guys with nothing better to do than make predictions about this season voiced their opinions. These six guys were Joshua Sandoval, Jeremy Albers, David Church, Paul Baimbridge, Mike Millburn and Kyle Trembley. Now that the season is over, it is time to see how everyone did as well as make my predictions for the postseason. I'm going to start with the Easy Pick Award. Sandoval, Albers and I all predicted the obvious, Jake Peavy, for winning the "Cy Young" award. Peavy, as expected, carried the Padres to the playoffs as well as leads the league in wins, ERA and strikeouts. Peavy is most likely going to miss out of the M VP because he is not an everyday player, but his batting stats should be considered, as he had key hits for his team when the rest of the team w as lagging. The "Good Call" award goes to Trembley, who chose the Cleveland Indians to be the surprise of the season. The Indians were able to bounce back to form this season a fter failing to make the playoffs since 2001. The biggest surprise of the Indians was their battling the Boston Red Sox for best record headed into the final weekend. The "What-Were-You-Thinking" award goes to everyone in the National League and American League M VP's. Prince Fielder and Alex Rodriquez should both walk away with all the first place votes. Making our predictions about Albert Pujols, Ryan Howard, David Ortiz and Vladimir Guerrero look terrible. The " Guts" award goes to Albers, and I because we're the only two not to pick Johan Santana for the "AL Cy Young" award. Although Santana will be in the r unning for the award, I don't see how,he will walk away with it. Albers' pick of C.C. Sabathia is looking good with Sabathia 5th in ERA and strikeouts and tied for 2nd in wins. My pick of John Lackey is also looking good despite a September slump. Lackey still leads the A L in ERA, tied with Sabathia in wins and is 10th in strikeouts. But with the playoffs beginning, it's time to make a few more predictions. In the A L, I believe that t he New York Yankees will remain hot and w alk away f rom t he Division Series in six g ames over t he I ndians. I w ill stick with my original prediction and have t he L os Angeles A ngels of A naheim finally b eat the Red Sox with Lackey out-pitching Josh Beckett in both g ames t o w in t he series 4-1. T he Angels will continue t o succeed against the Yankees and will walk t o t he World Series. In t he N L, I feel that the Chicago Cubs have more to prove than the young Arizona Diamondbacks, and will win the series in five games. I am going to go against my preseason prediction of the New York Mets w inning it all. I believe that the Padres will out-pitch the Mets hitting, and advance in five games. Then we will see the Billy Goat C urse go into play and watch M addux and Peavy dominate the Cubs to advance to the World Series. A s much as I don't want to say this, if the Angels do play the Padres, I do expect the Angels to r un all over the Padres. The Angels will walk with the trophy when it is all said and done, and Chone Figgins will be crowned the MVP. All comments can be sent to me at churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm.edu. CougarComics j i t was a wasté of money and 111®! p iditkÄ^ light pollution/' Catherine Brandt ' mieràtuttmâWrMmg m of time - that% a ; ^reat Meai^ Jacqueline C Spencer * IMeraturemtd Junbri Writing and By Josh Brown X JtíÉ^Stfj^ slgfis, a red is r®f ojátíoííal.*' ^ Brandon Reynolds S v ' i «' - . &fädmieStudent fi\ SONE WITH U E W! m R\PPWG everything I I H " H LETTER/ T TE THOSE were YM L C U E N TS j O R E T R . OE F R T M OO 5 O O MRW ' LT R T R TESTy IE AU E By Jenny Bigpond �D ive " Into T h e W ild" Nature, friendship and individualism cross borders and trek across thousands of miles in new stirring film BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Even though countless movies come out every year, some good and others not, rarely do we encounter those profound and brilliant movies that inspire us to change the way we look at the world around us. This month, audiences will finally be able to see one such film. Based on a true story, "Into the Wild" is Sean Penn's film adaptation of a book by the same name written by novelist Jon Krakauer. "Into the Wild" is about the real life adventures of Christopher McCandless (played masterfully and intuitively by Emile Hirsch), a 1990 Emory University graduate who donated his entire savings of $24,000 to OXFAM and left his life and family behind to journey across North America into Alaska. Having assumed the alias "Alexander Supertramp," Alex meanders impulsively across the U.S. and even into Mexico* ultimately ending up in Alaska, Hirsh depicts the whimsical and freespirited nature of Alex with unrivaled honesty, and through his portrayal, endears the audience, who comes to understand Alex's reverence for the beauty of the wild. Hirsch's portrayal is genuine as he adapts to the changes Alex undergoes within the story. The entire story matures as Alex discovers himself and comes to understand what joy is, capturing the message of Christopher McCandless' story. However, it is not the depiction of Alex alone that warrants "Into the Wild" such praise. Do not be mistaken in thinking that this film is only about man's escape to nature. The heart of the film connects Image courtesy tif Paramount Vintage Left, Emilie Hirsch playing Christopher McCandless/Alexander Supertramp parts ways with Hal Holbrook playing Ron Franz in a California desert. humanity with nature in a dynamic way, emphasizing the importance of both relationships as components of happiness. Sean Penn impressively develops the complexity of Alex's character by striking an important balance between Alex's adoration of nature and the relationships he develops with the people he encounters along the way. The cinematography and photography provide a majestic backdrop for Alex's travels, generating a sanctuary for Alex's escape from his dysfunctional family, the material fixations of contemporary America, and ritualistic living. His encounters in the wild are captivating and moving. DROPPING: CD RELEASES FOR Oct. 2 BY ELBERT ESGUERRA/Pride ROCK Staff Writer ALTERNATIVE ¡i§i&§ ••MNMMMRMIVi White Chalk PJ Harvey The eighth album by Polly Jean is a departure from what we expect. Gone are the guitar-heavy, lyrical snarls. Harvey goes for deep, pianolaced, yet still lyrically strong ballads. Essential tracks: When Under Ether, The Mountain Images courtesy of Vagrant Records, Island, Arista, and Sony The Shade of Poison Trees Dashboard Confessional It's almost a guilty pleasure listening to frontman Chris Carraba sing the songs of young love and heartbreak. Essential tracks: Thick as Thieves, The Shade of Poison Trees P OP Songs of Mass Destruction | Annie Lennox j The one-time Eurhythmies vocalist j returns with her latest album that takes i fuses her incredible voice with songs [ about social injustice and violence. \ Essential tracks: Dark Road COUNTRY (Cowboy Town [Brooks & Dunn ¡"It's about perseverance and hanging in there and having a good time," said Ronnie Dunn, one-half of the country duo. And apparently, it's 1 about being uplifting as well. Essential tracks: The Ballad of Jerry Jeff Walker, Proud of the House We Built If cougars had five paws, I'd give six of them way up for "Into the Wild"- just for good measure. The final ten minutes of the movie are arguably some of the most stirring moments in cinema I have ever experienced. If you see no other movie this year, go see "Into the Wild" and be reminded of what is important in life. ^ POP/ROCK IHK Magic Bruce Springsteen Recently reunited with his E Street Band, the American icon's latest album is a testament that remains strong after 25 years. Essential tracks: Long Walk Home, Radio Nowhere Essential Downloads: Kanye West, Stronger �8 Tuesday,^October 2, 2007 A & THE PRIDE E Free Theater Ni @yOfrüiir<§fi®ir & Ch®mp BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Beginning 12 p.m. on Oct. 2, free tickets to local theater performances across San Diego County will be available thanks in part to the Theater Communication Group's third annual Free Night of Theater program. The Theater Communication Group (TCG) is an organization that helps promote live theater in the community. Their mission is to introduce theater to the general public, especially to those not normally drawn to the arts. In 2005, TCG teamed up with the Association of Performing Arts Service Organizations to create "The Free Night of Theater" program. This year, 25 to 30 communities will be participating in the program. That is up from the 16 communities that participated in 2006. There are free tickets available for 14 productions in San Diego County. Anyone interested can reserve tickets by going to www.freenightoftheater.net. The website also includes all the productions available, their descriptions, and their venues. The Christian Youth Theater (CYT) for Kids at Mission Hills Theatre in San Marcos will participate in the program. "This is our first time participating in the program and we are looking forward to its success. CYT offers wholesome entertainment for the entire family," said Cathie Stanner, Managing Director of CYT. The theater will present 'Seussical', a musical based oil the childhood stories of Dr. Seuss. The production -will take place at the CYT Theater in San Marcos on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m.. Some other productions are: "The Turn of the Screw", "MUERTOS: A Day of the Dead Play", and "Cadenza: Mozart's Last Years" in San Diego. Other participating cities include Chula Vista, Solana Beach, Escondido, and El Cajon. College students are one of the groups targeted by the Free Night of Theater program. Live theater does not typically draw in the young crowd but with free ticket offerhope is that fact will soon begin to fade. Some product i o ns are great for the entire family. Others involve scandal and murder. Some are timeless classics while others promise a good laugh. A night at the theater could also make for a romantic date - she doesn't need to know the tickets were free. And, if that isn't enough of a motivation, many professors offer extra credit that involves writing reviews for live performances. Any of these programs would be perfect for just t hat £ BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer the patron to speak easy as in speak more quietly. Thus, places serving alcohol became known as speakeasies. Music and dancing flourished in the underground scene. The packaging catches the eye with sleek and sophisticated colors and designs. The cardboard container, holding six 12 ounce brown tinted glass beer bottles, depicts a couple decked out in flashy clothes entering what is most likely a speakeasy during Prohibition. A simple dark city skyline fills the rest of the available space. The bottles themselves have a pair of white eyes that are striking. The single set of eyes are placed on the upper portion of the bottle. The big brother eyes appear to be watching the consumer of the ale as most people probably felt during Prohibition. The dark bottles are capped with bold white caps with the brewery's name written across the top. The caps contain an ale with a 6.1 percent alcohol by volume. The American style amber ale pours smooth with a half inch thick head. The ale has a pleasant aroma similar to that of a garden on an early Sunday morning. It shocks the mouth first with a bold mint like taste and finishes relatively calm. Thg ale has caramel malts a ndroid hops, giving it a complexity that encpjurages the jnmcf to explore the ale. Ait l eas||wo bottles; lishment : Aeers are required to trjffand even under-" such as a stand and even begin to describe the ale. r estaurant Next time a study session fills the daily the server planner, knock the edge off with a sixer of would ask Prohibition Ale. Speakeasy Ales and Lagers brews Prohibition Ale in San Francisco, California. Steve Bruce and Forest Gray founded the brewery in 1997. They originally operated with a 1,000 barrels per year system. Within one years time, the brewery tripled production in 1998. In 2000, the brewery began to bottle their brews for retail. This created a need for a larger facility and in 2001, the brewery moved to a larger building and doubled their capacity once again. The company remains independently owned and operated. The 18th Amendment of the United States Constitution brought about Prohibition. Prohibition of alcohol, commonly known as the Dry Law, lasted from 1920 to 1933. There were approximately 1,300 American breweries before Prohibition. Only 126 breweries survived Prohibition. During Prohibition, underground alcohol sales continued. Often times when a customer would order an alcoholic beverage at an estab- Tom's Famil] Restaurant BY BREANNA CAMPOS Pride Staff Writer As we all know being college students, the image of eating a home-cooked meal with your family every evening around six, is now as far away from you as Egypt is from the United States. Most of us now eat the infamous Top Ramen or, if you decide to get a little crazy, you might just splurge for fast food. Tom's Family Fun Restaurant #22 is located on San Marcos Boulevard, right across the street from San Marcos Edwards Cinema. Once again CSUSM students luck out with another great restaurant located qlpse tq the university. Depending pn h \pgruyou are, there a r^SiallFto large meals ranging frdfti $3.99 to $8.99. Tom's menu has a lot of variety ranging from Mexican cuisine to the all-American burger. What interested me the most about this restaurant is the inside dining area. It has the old setting of a 1950's dinner, but with a modern twist. In old fashioned restaurants, the waiter or waitress would come to you, but at Tom's you order at the front. To me, that is better, so when you are all stuffed, you don't have to worry about the bill. Finally, the infamous question yet again is, "Who do I go to Tom's with?" That is an easy answer, readers. The answer is anyone. You can go with your boyfriend/ girlfriend or just go out for a coffee with your classmate. Tom's- Restaurant i s-a very relaxed environment with no karaoke nights or any events. What Tom's brings to San Marcos is its convenience for any one of their customers. Whether it is a quick eat with t he use of their drive-thru or having a three-hour meal with your best friend, Tom's Family Fun Restaurant brings the comfort to you. � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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X VIII N O. 7 CSUSM faces tragic loss Community mourns the death of Professor Mikiko Imamura-Seyller BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer Professor Mikiko Imamura-Seyller Photo courtesy of World Language department CSUSM Professor Mikiko Imamura-Seyller, head of the Japanese Program department, passed away in her home Sept. 27 a fter a 7-year battle with Cancer. She was 59. Imamura-Seyller was a cherished member of the CSUSM f aculty and a key component of the Foreign Languages program. She is survived by her husband, and t wo children. Her son is a University student i n the U nited States and her daughter lives in Japan. Imamura-Seyller taught Japanese at CSUSM f rom the inception of the program and helped to develop consistently the s uccessful program it is today. Loved by her students as well as other faculty members she always had a warm smile for everyone. Dr. Anover, department chair of World Languages said that, "Professor Imamura- Seyller's passing is a great loss to CSUSM." As an adjunct professor, she showed her dedication to the students and the language program by exceeding the traditional involvement of part time professors. Her accomplishments and involvement in the program show her dedication t o her students and CSUSM. Although Imamura-Seyller had been ill for some time, she never President Haynes meets with students in open forum BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer ' / BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Photo by Jason Encabo / The Pride The new traffic signals bring with them new traffic laws. For vehicles, failing to stop at a red light before making a right turn costs $199 while failing to stop at a red light, arrow, flashing red or passing another vehicle stopped for a pedestrian costs $340. Also having a vehicle blocking the crosswalk is $85. A pedestrian can receive a ticket for $85 for walking while the "Do not walk" is showing. For questions regarding these new traffic laws, contact the University Police Department. See H AYNES, page 2 Discussions between staff and President Haynes BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Closing a week of discussions with the three major bodies on campus, President Haynes met with the Cal State San Marcos s taff on Friday, Oct. 5, as part of a series of open f orums to address concerns on campus. Having met with students and faculty earlier in the week, See M EMORIAL, page 2 Update on CSU executive raises controversy T he P ride t akes a s eat in t he P resident's B oardroom f or t he discussion On Oct. 2, Cal State University San Marcos President Haynes held an open forum for students during University Hour in the President's Boardroom. ASI President, Caitlin Gelrud, opened the forum, introducing President Haynes t o the seven students in attendance. Haynes then welcomed everyone and opened the floor for discussion. From skateboarding fines to new majors, students presented Haynes with a wide variety of questions during the hour-long forum. Sophomore, Sara Planchon, questioned President Haynes missed a class or an event and always made herself available for her students. She promoted Japanese language and culture at every opportunity she had. Imamura-Seyller created and hosted the Japanese culture week at CSUSM, a weeklong event with several opportunities to attend talks, art displays, and movies about Japanese cul- President Haynes sat down with a room f ull of CSUSM staff to hear their concerns about salaries, personnel shortages, and distribution of labor. While student and faculty a ffairs command attention with relative ease, the staff (the smallest body on campus) does not always receive t he same degree of consideration. One of the primary concerns brought up to President Haynes centered on an overall budget shortage across the various s taff departments. As a result o f• these shortages, staff personnel are now experiencing an inability for salary growth (in-range progression), even as they face increasing responsibilities. To f urther compound the issue, departments cannot open up new positions to help delegate responsibilities to meet the demands of a rapidly growing campus. In response t o salary concerns, President Haynes concurred with the s taff's concern and explained that t he Budget Committee is " being charged t o look at and discuss the pros and cons of a centralized pool . See FORUMS, page 2 The C alifornia Faculty A ssociation continued its c ampaign t his past week to b ring more accountability t o Chancellor Reed and t he CSU Board of T rustees' executive compensation practices. B uilding on s upport f rom government o fficials, students, and faculty, t he CFA c ontinued t o urge Governor Schwarzenegger to sign A.B. 1413 and S.B. 190 into law, r eform legislation that would c urb executive c ompensation and set limits on p ay given t o d eparting executives. In past weeks, t he CFA h as revealed d amaging findings of f raud and waste in its investigations of t he CSU A dministration. A s outrage h as g rown, n ew f ronts have opened in the fight against lavish executive compensation, b ringing t he issue t o the public and to t he c ourtroom in unprecedented ways. �From M EMORIAL, page 1 TheCP-Pride ture created by Japanese artists. Professor Imamura-Seyller was also an organizer for the international festival at CSUSM where she cooked her own recipes for the events and helped her students create displays of Japanese culture. She even advised the ¡•PPIPII EDITORIAL STAFF \ * ' EDITOR ÍU CHIBE JASOM &4CÄBO ASSISTANT LAYOUT d esign E ditor . HJCKSTIU2VBR HEWS SDITOCI BEN RÖPKE ARTS & EHTBirrAìNMgNT J E ditor . . /1 TQKIASAV1Y O niine E ditor TIM M oore : COPY EDÌTOR ' TlFFAMIH M o m 8 ' dent growth. A midst t he s eriousness of t he i ssues d iscussed, t here w as some lighthearted laughter, w ith both t he s taff and P resident H aynes m aintaining a f riendly and c onstructive e nvironment. P resident H aynes p lans t o hold f orums s imilar to t hese in t he f uture. said does exist at other campuses, she quickly denied the rumor's credibility for CSUSM. "It's really interesting where rumors start," said President Haynes. University hour also became a topic of interest at the forum. "I'm personally frustrated with how University Hour is turning out," said Senior Felipe Zanartu. He believes the limited time makes it difficult to plan anything. He also notices various campus organizations scheduling events at the same time. President Haynes defended the s hift from the five-day a week University Hour to the now bi-weekly setup as a compromise for each side. "Last fall when we started five days a week, there were a fair amount of students who were really unhappy with the classes that couldn't be scheduled. So I administratively made an executive decision to t ry to protect University Hour [by having it] two days a week and also provide student the access to classes they needed." During the forum, Haynes even received a question through student text messaging. The student expressed a desire for a student union on campus. A student union is currently in preliminary planning and on a fundraising priority list. As a stretch goal, Haynes would like to break ground for a student union for CSUSM's twentieth anniversary in 2010 but as of now, nothing is official. Student Christina Ahmadpour asked President Haynes what reputation she would like CSUSM to have that could distinguish this campus f rom others. President Haynes explained, "we already hear students talking about how this is a smaller campus, a friendlier campus, our faculty know students and care about them." Because the campus is only seventeen years old, President Haynes added that many of the academic programs need time to grow before they can receive more recognition. The administration hopes to continue forums at least once a semester with the potential of more depending on President Haynes' availability. Any students eager to participate in the next forum should keep an eye out for future forums coming soon. for in-range progression and other salary increases for s taff." In other words, a centralized pool for inrange progression would provide f unds that all s taff departments could access for providing n ecessary s taff pay raises. On the issue of personnel * S taff w riters F AMHACWmtO d avid C hurch JONATHAN Thompsons Amanda KHUY KÀTHTO* MCBRAVER |A€ KI E CARSAjAt J p HWGASCA * Breannje Campos J essica G o n s a u s From HAYNES, page 1 regarding volleyball and the possibility of forming a college team at CSUSM in the future. President Haynes stated that "volleyball and basBtSBRT ESGUBRUA ketball would likely be the Cahxoomists " ! next set of sports and they would likely be on the path - ; : A dvisor " to NCAA Division 2 AthJOAN A nderson letics. This semester in fact there will be conversation around that." According to President v - : Alt opinions a nd | ^¡¡i|i¡||j Haynes, the sports department is still in the initial phases of planning for the two sports. Football, howg|ÍÍ|Í||| ever, is one sport that she IHSlilii ililBtillli does not foresee in the n ^ r f uture and is not in any curü nsig&ed ¿ditoríaís represent rent plans. tfaemagority opinion <rif T he . IWitóeàft^ltóM, ^ 1 Other athletic issues discussed, focused primarily on potential ways the ; JÉÉeil^^ J e -mail campus would f und sports lili i l ^ Ä Ä i Ä i l l M i in the f uture. Solutions to ; m i | | ¡ ¡ l i l i | g g p g i i l i l the issue would most likely rely on increases in student SÉffl^ fees and donations. The forum succeeded in putting some rumors floating around campus to rest. One such rumor speculated a price increase on parking spaces Éi closer to campus. While ' :: 1 this practice is one Haynes Ig | | | ^ ; honoring her l ife and accomplishments. Anover said contributions can be made to CSUSM Foundation Account for a memorial f und in honor of Imamura-Seyller. If you would like to contribute, please note in the memo portion of the check that it is for the Professor Imamura-Seyller memorial f und. jm ä ¡¡, 11 it Zi IN mg* ^ mÍ ss • üist week, CPÄ ¥ t&MwtlMim Tate formally challenged Chancello* Reed t o a debate on e&ectrtive compensation w tä tíeneftts cie& Largely fa Wspotise t o t he Chancellor^ i a d^amde&iiseof è ie c iirml e k ^ ^ v e compensation policy, President Tai* s este t o clarify the CFA% stance m fkie matter in apiiMic j debate* H ie purpose of the defcaáe Is also t o j allow the Chancellor to inform the piAlfc 011 j tibe reasoning behind his defense o f c ontiwer- j sia) executive benefit and compensation policies, President Tate did not specify a time or j location, leaving tibe Chancellor t he option i f • TW recent graduates of Cai State San Ber- nadino, Badi mid ,CrystaJ Rodrigwz> ha&e officially filed suit agaif&t A c CSÚ, claming that the retroactive pay raises approved at last month's CSU Board of Tms&ss, meeting a m illegal. Listing tite CSU Board of Jhtstees» Chancellor Reed, and Chairwoman Roberta Aèhtenbei& as d efendant I te two are $eek- return the money to the state. I Ti^f^derive pmt bam t o file mit from their s tarts a s iaxp^yers, arguing that Urn state Constitution prohibits state employees from receiving pay ; «Today* 0 e t Senator Otaria Romero w iü j oto goyemment officials L t Govemor l o t o Gajamendi, Assemblyman Anthony Portatitino, and State Sfenator Leland Yee in decrying Chancellor Reed*s recent c onduct í tógeting wfaat she believes t o b e a n abuse of taxpayer dollam» Senaior Romero wilt calí m the C SlI Administratioh t o termínate í tsrelatíonship w ift a lobbying ten commissioned t o eontes* ÁJ& 1413. Outraged i m t he C Stl Administrado» wcmid nse taxpayer dolíais t o firndtifuslobbying group, especially í n l igfe sathm practices. Senator Romero will intro- I í ri^é^^d^Bé^íimi^ dedicated woman whose love for her own Japanese culture was contagious. It is clear the loss of a great teacher, scholar, and woman will b e felt here for some t ime to come. On Oct. 7, a Buddhist Service was held in her honor at 800 Los Vallecitos Boulevard, suites C and D, in San Marcos shortages, President Haynes pointed out that unlike faculty, CSUSM has "no empirical model for staffing." Where there is a suggested ratio of faculty to students, no such guidelines exist for balancing staff with students, a point of great concern for staff personnel who fear that they may not have the manpower to handle stu- From FORUMS, page 1 - , FEATURES iDITOa VIIUDÍ^APACHECP-ISAAC Japanese club here on campus, which she helped establish. Anover described her as "a talented scholar-teacher." She used every tool available to teach her students and remained current on teaching techniques throughout her career, she said. Imamura-Seyller worked until the last day possible. 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X o ^ a r » t c h aitives W i �SPORTS THE PRIDE Tuesday; October 9\ 2007 San Diego Chargers win big over Denver Broncos ter, as they scored twice in just 11 seconds; once on a Phillip River 11 yard rushing touchdown, and The Chargers are back. once on a Brandon Siler fumble Just when fans might have recovery. given up hope, Norv Turner The Broncos scored their only coached the Chargers to a much points with 1:15 left in the second needed road victory. quarter on a 30-yard Jason Elam Turner, the Chargers first year field goal. head coach, had gained ridicule Chargers kicker Nate Kaedfrom fans and media alike in ing kicked two field goals in the the week leading up to Sunday's second quarter, one of which, a game, after leading the Chargers 45-yard kick to lead the Chargers to an unimpressive 1-3 start to into half time with a 20-3 lead. open the season. The Chargers introduced their Turner, who spent last season passing game in the third quarter as an offensive coordinator for the with a Philip Rivers to Antonio 49ers, got the job done Sunday, as Gates 9 yard touchdown. the Chargers took out the BronWith just seven seconds cos by a score of 41-3; the Bron- remaining in the third quarcos worst home loss since 1966. ter, Rivers hooked up with wide The Chargers started off the reviver, Vincent Jackson for a 15 game in stunning fashion near the yard touchdown pass. six minute mark in the first quarThe Chargers scored only once BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CLASSIFIEDS 4i in the fourth quarter, but it was as pretty as could be. Back-up running back, Michael Turner rushed for a 74 yard touchdown, which proved to be the highlight of the game. Michael Turner, the fourth year, 5'10" back-up running back from Northern Illinois University, had only 54 rushing yards in the first four games of the season. The Chargers defense worked wonders Sunday, holding the Broncos to only a field goal, en route to a 41-3 finish. "I don't know if I've ever been more embarrassed," Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said, commenting on the loss. The Chargers improved their record to 2-3, and hope to keep up the pace next Sunday at home against the 2-2 Raiders at 1:15 p.m. on CBS. Looktog to hk&mdiviAmi to write a weekly column on ^iMommtion Teelmology*5 itefiitare,and income potential, E-mail: jfronffisky@c ;, / 11 M 11 THE KENNETH A . PICERNE FOUNDATION 2008 Youth Development Initiative Giants Where Mmt be wiüütg lo ecanmif totíiisfuti-tòme program for &ùmytMpmoâ. » GET P U B L I S H E D »SERVE T H E C A M P U S COMMUNITY • BUILD A P O R T F O L I O » N O E XPERIENCE§ l i § ® iEEDED TO J O I N N || l l l l l i ! 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Kenosha, Wisconsin �In Community and World Literary today's technology Series Presents: Still deciding which gadget William Luvaas Students and faculty enjoy a reading from to buy? This may help. award winning contemporary author BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer On Thursday, Oct. 4, CSUSM's Community and World Literary Series hosted a literature reading by author William Luvaas. Luvaas read some of his Ht-J erary work to a attentive audience of both students and faculty members. Words like "contemporary," "in your face," and "cutting edge" can describe Luvaas' style and still, there is so much more to the stories he creates. For the event, Luvaas read a short story from his book, "A Working Man's Apocrypha". The story, "A Season of Limb Fall", chronicles the eccentric events in a different Southern California than the one with which we familiarize. One such event involves a senile elderly woman arid her yippy dog being ripped into the air by a twister. The dog later turns up alive in a tree. Where else other than a literary reading could anyone really appreciate words like "alivening" and "kapockety"? How else would a "Be Sure Doggie Composter" make sense? Clearly the work of William Luvaas needs more than admiration, it makes you do a double take. Tornadoes, life threatening floods, and self-generating computers all exist in the fictitious world of Luvaas, Not only does this alternate reality intrigue any reader willing to give it a chance, it also has heart. The chkractei-is of "A Working Man's Apocrypha" are as loveable as they are eccentric and as flawed as they are remarkably genuine. Something about a literary reading brought out these elements in a way walking through a bookstore could never accomplish. Literary readings may not seem like the ideal social event on a Thursday night for college students. However, as someone who shared that same opinion in the past, I strongly recommend it. Hearing an author read their own writing aloud gives the audience much more than words on paper. The art of storytelling is an element that readers can't replicate. The next Community and World Literary Series event will showcase readings from K. Silem Mohammad on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. For more information visit http://www.csusm. edu/cwls/ A g uide t o t he n ewest a nd s leekest i n t echnology BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer In this day and age, having some piece of Bluetooth technology or HDTV has become almost as important as having your automobile to get to school. With that said, there are some chôices ouf there that will help making those decisions a little easier tofindthe sleekest, prolific, most impressive piece of gadgetry that money can afford. Even for the students who just want to get by or the ones that want to be head above heals over everyone else - there's something for everyone. The Sanyo Katana® DLX 8500 phone: The Katana DLX weighs 3.5 ounces and looks a lot like the Katana II with smoothed-out corners. This 3.7"xl.9"x0.6" device has f ull multimedia support that includes a 1.3 mega pixel camera, 128MB microSD, and MP3/AAC/AAC+ playback, and full Bluetooth connectivity. It is available in three colors and has a 2.0 inch TFT display. It is available through Sprint for $79.99 + contract. Samsung® LNT4065F 40" 1080p LCD HDTV: A glossy-black finish and low profile speakers is pretty enough to look at both on and off. Besides full 1080p support, it also offers a 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for true clear quality. T he P ride highlights campus talent ' Logitech QuickCam® Pro9000 webcam: A sleek webcam that provides a HD video at 920 x 720 pixels and RealLight™ 2 technology that will produce the best possible picture under dimly lit environments. It also packs Carl Zeiss® optics and complete auto-focus functionality. Other tech news: Since its release date, "Halo 3" has already generated more than $300 million. Bungie Studios, the creators of "Halo 3", have announced a split from Microsoft to work as an independent game developer. Both sides have agreed to produce other games for the Xbox 360, and will continue to work closely over the next several years. With Blu-ray discs out selling HD-DVD discs by 2:1, HD-DVD has decided to take a new approach by allowing shoppers to shop for discs via the internet feature on players. Thefirstmovie announced under this new system will be "Evan Almighty", which hits stores Oct. 9. The recording industry won a key fight on Oct.4, against a Minnesota woman who had been illegally downloading music. Damages to the recording industry against the defendant, Jammie Thomas, 30, have accumulated to about $220,000 over illegally obtaining about 1,700 songs. 'Come out' and enjoy the monologues I; v • • ' -7 H i scSi - M usicians, w riters, p ainters, f ilmmakers,etc... • H illiiiiiiill It also comes with three HDMI ports and a full complement of inputs for DVD players, DVRs and other digital devices. It is available for less than $1500 on amazon.com. t: THE PRIDE WANTS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR TALENT MUST BE A CSUSM STUDENT Phone - (760) 750-6099 Email - pride@csusm.edu Office - Craven 3500 CSUSM's LGBT community hosts an event of tolerance and understanding BY SHIRLEY BARAJAS Pride Staff Writer "Getting Out" that is what the "Coming Out Monologues" is about. Sponsored by the LGBTA, LGBTQ and the ASI Women's Center the "Coming Out Monologues" will be held October 11th at 7p.m. in the Clarke Field House. According to Bryce Manning, one of the directors of the event, the title was inspired from the famous play "The Vagina Monologues". Manning said the difference between "The Vagina Monologues" and "The Coming Out Monologues" is that this is not a play, instead it is a collection of speakers talking about their experiences with "coming out". Another inspiration toward organizing this event is the date it will be held. October is known as the LGBT history month and October 11th is National Coming Out Day. Not only will this be an opportunity for the audience to learn about the LGBT community but also to understand how the community handles talking about the subject for the first time. There will be several speakers at the event including Manning. Two other speakers will be coming from Massachusetts one of them will speak from a transgender perspective and the other from a straight ally perspective. Among other speakers there are some from the CSUSM community. Living in a heterosexual world is not easy for non-heterosexual individuals to talk about the topic freely. Most speakers tell their stories about acceptance in a heterosexual society. Although the performance is about the LGBT community everyone is welcome. "I expect the audience to walk away with a sense of understanding and learn new ideas about the subject" said Manning. �L / A l vJ XV FEATURES J L /LJ ± THE PRIDE Tuesday, October 9, 2007 te we unoreDiister. net e s e * h ed Website of ALahaRi BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer , a 1 a u Cleaning up Organize your household chores •forFree! Are you sick and tired of cleaning up after your roommates? Is your place a mess because you can't compile an efficient chore list? The people at ChoreBuster.net. have devised an innovative web solution that streamlines the process of making a chore list that, in effect, makes everyone happy. Chore Buster describes its services as a simple four-step process on the front page of the website. Step One: "Enter in people and chores." 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This leads to things like Two important things happened this people eating Coldstone ice cream in f ull week. First, I got a hickey so bad the view of you while you're doing the elliptientire editorial staff gave me crap about cal trainer. Which you already hate. it. The second and more important thing The second option is getting a peris that I took up kickboxing. ^ h m ^ h mmmmmm m m m m m m SOnal trainer. Dude, if Sort of. you have the money for a personal trainer, how'd I hate exercise. Maybe you even get out of shape you hate it too. You should. You r un, you r un, and you in the first place? Don't either get nowhere on a even talk to me. treadmill, or come back The third option is in a loop to wherever you having a f riend help you. started. The only time I'm This is a great option if going to r un is if the apocyour f riend has some alypse comes, I get " Left m ———^ kind of professional Behind" (you know, like the training. Of course, if book series), and there are lions chasing that were the case, they'd be a personal me. Or if someone points a gun at me. Or trainer and making hundreds f rom other if for some God-forsaken reason, there are people instead of helping you. The idea lions pointing guns at me. of j ust working out with a friend is good But apparently, even if you held at a though. Active-motion humiliation is steady weight by doing nothing, once you blunted by having someone making a gain weight, you have to exercise to lose it. complete ass of themselves next to you. Who comes u p with these theories? I was Adds to the friendship. stuck either in a hospital or in bed when I What you may choose NOT to do is gained it but I have to go out and make a take u p kickboxing with someone who fool of myself in one way or another to get trains Marines. Just a friendly little word rid of it. RIDICULOUS. of advice. But hey, I guess if you want it so There are many ways to do this so-called badly you can taste it, you might anyway. 'exercise'. (Why don't they j ust call it I wouldn't know. I hate exercise. Maybe you hate it too. You should. This past week had everything. The N HL season finally was u nderway in N orth A merica. The N ew York Yankees dropped the first two games of the post-season. The National L eague West is dominating the Philadelphia Phillies and Chicago Cubs. A nd still there is more. L et's start with Michael Vick, who is now f acing state charges for t he dog fighting. Vick is also at risk f or having to pay back the Atlanta Falcons $22 million of his signing bonus. Since this is g uaranteed money, the criminal, Vick, is most likely going to be able to u se it and keep investing it in his lawyer te.am as he is p lanning to fight the charges at the state level. Vick is already f acing t wo years in the federal prison, and is being slapped with a possible 40 years in state prison. Not to mention, the N FL will be looking to ban h im. But the way things are going, I don't t hink commissioner Roger Goodell will have to since Vick will be locked up for a while. While we are t alking about athletes who went f rom heroes to villains, why not talk about the soon to be t hree-time stripped Olympic Gold Medalist Marion Jones - the pride and j oy of the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney for track and field. Jones had all Americans on the edge of their seats as she was t rying for five Olympic Gold Medals. We also watched her then-husband, C.J. Hunter, fail a steroid test at the same Olympics. (Mudante, Seven years later, she finally came out in a t earful apology a fter she pled g uilty for lying t o federal investigators. Jones is g iving f ans another reason to distrust their beloved athletes. She is j oining those who have been lying about t aking steroids such as Floyd Landis, B arry Bonds, Jason Giambi and more. But, t he t hing that is m aking it bad as a f an of sports is that we are being pushed to the extremes on athletes that are t rustable. Lastly, t here is Isiah Thomas, president of operations and head coach of the N ew York K nicks. Thomas was found g uilty by a j ury for sexual harassment, for m aking demeaning statements and sexual advances at A nucha Browne Sanders. Now T homas' employer, Madison Square Garden's c hairman, James Dolan, gets to write a $11.5 million check t o the victim. A1 Sharpton is p reparing to lead a protest against M adison Square Gardens u nless T homas would apologize for his c omments about how it is less offensive for a black man to call a black woman a bitch t han it is for a white man.. The only reason why T homas still has a j ob is that Dolan and T homas' relationship is unbreakable. T homas then exited the c ourthouse and said how the j ury was wrong, t hey were very wrong. T homas' actions are t hose of a sports athlete. He is no longer that athlete, he is a coach still a cting like a player. It is w rong for what he did and the K nicks will now b e able to f ire h im a fter another terrible year t he K nicks are about t o have. o&uM Q ^ ^ jjyi. jlmd By Jenny Bigpond HHiMlRÜHM CLARIFICATIONS eOR&SpTION; \ • Bu comes to LOflirSavey. ,j - Il 1IËPI ¡¡lililí •MHHMHMt �A&E THE PRIDE Tuesday, October 9, 2007 The world is ending on October 7 th 13 r "Self, o Too Many Events, San Diego Implodes Pnerhaps you've ?"ecently been thinkingastoaylourself,nswers. what amreI agoing tobdunch o October 13 Luckily, the Pride h ot of a There a whole th of festivals and a whole lot of art. So, without further ado, your guide to surviving Saturday, Oct. 13 By Toria Savey /Pride Staff Writer OKTOBERFEST Cost: $3 or 2 for $5 Place: San Diego, specifically the neighborhood of Ocean Beach What: Yes, many radio stations have been broadcasting live from Oktoberfests all over the county for the past few weeks. What is unclear is why they even bothered. The official October beer capital of San Diego is the neighborhood of Ocean Beach. It's cheap. There's music on two stages. Sausages. Beer. Stereotypical bar maids and a whole lotta lederhosen. It's as close to Munich as you're going to get in one day. SAN DIEGO ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL Cost: $7 and up Place: Ultrastar Mission Valley (Hazard Center) What: With anywhere from six to sixteen films showing per night, the festival lasts from October 11th- 18th and can still barely cram in all the movies, panels and discussions. With films ranging into every subject matter, you should be able to get even your most closeminded friends to put aside their inhibitions about the indie nature of 'film festivals'. If you don't find something that appeals to you, I'll eat my hat. Actually, eat your own hat, because obviously there's something wrong with you already. LITTLE ITALY PRECIOUS FESTA Cost: Nothing! Place: San Diego again, this time in Little Italy What: While the cost is technically nothing, parking could set you back $7. Or there's always the trolley which will take you almost to the heart of the festa, Italian for 'festival'. With over 100,000 attendees, the festival starts on October 13th with a chalk drawing exhibition, and continues with the bulk of food, entertainment and vendors on October 14th. Oddly enough, their website also mentions sausages as being integral, though this time of the Italian variety. Little Italy is also known for its art community which is celebrated during several different annual events, and will no doubt be on display at the festa. MCAS MIRAMAR AIR SHOW Cost: Nothing! Again! Place: Marine Corps Air Station Miramar What: Quite simply, lots of planes. Maybe you have a child who would be amused. Maybe you're trying to go deaf by the age of thirty. Maybe you never got over those childhood dreams of being afighterpilot. Featuring everything from military demonstrations to wingwalkers (yes, that's just what it sounds like), there's enough to > keep the young, old, and even attention deficit entertained. ANNUAL TIJUANA TEQUILA TOUR Cost: OkrPricey. $39. Place: leaves from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego What: Perhaps you don't drink tequila. That's a shame. But it leaves plenty more for the rest of us. While this tour is definitely a little expensive, you travel to Mexico by bus and arrive as the Tequila Expo, a holy land for aficionados, where you can taste over 100 different tequilas. Actually, it's unlimited tasting of 100 different tequilas. Did you catch the UNLIMITED part?!? The event is mostly for the ART EXHIBITIONS GONE WILD over 21 set, though you can Cost: varies, some free go between the ages of 18 and Place: San Diego Museum of Art, UCR Sweeney Art Gallery and 20. .. if you bring a parent. California Museum for Photography WHAT: Ok, maybe that's not the name of an entire event, but it should be. The cost includes two shots of tequila on the bus (which is If you love art, then October 13th is the day to be alive in San Diego. New the only way I'll travel by bus, exhibitions will be opening at the San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) as actually). well as both art venues at the University of California, Riverside. SDMA r,-iu " ^ilJ^i is proving it can still attract the young and vital with Animated Painting, an exhibition of works that connect traditional painting to animation technologies. The Sweeney Art Gallery is opening three new shows, all done by incredible Latino artists. One in particular stands out as a multimedia portrayal of the uprising on Oaxaca that has been going on since 2006. Two events are also starting at the Museum of Photography. For sheer ingenuity, I'm going to see Real Uncertain, referred to as a "conversation between painting and photography", leaving the visitor to TtfMM * ' wonder which they've viewed. Well worth the drive. Happy Hour at the Belly Up Tavern: For you AND your grandma BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer This week my assignment was to check out the Belly Up Tavern's happy hour. Every Friday the Belly Up has a happy hour with a live band, dancing and a cheap five-dollar cover charge. The Belly Up Tavern is a North County treasure, located in the heart of beautiful Solana Beach. The happy hour session is from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Fridays. There's a different band scheduled for each session. A 21-year-old age limit is enforced in the tavern. I had been to the Belly Up before and found the intimate venue to be an entertaining local spot to see a show in North County. However, to my surprise, the Belly Up hapgy hour caters to a more mature crowd. There weren't any drink specials or food specials for the happy hour. The only budget advantage was the five dollar cover charge. Fortunately, the band was extremely entertaining. As a "nostalgia" band, they were experts in all kinds of party dance classics from the 40's to the 90's. Five men and two women were all wearing costumes and energizing the crowd. One of the women was playing the sax while the other did vocals. The men played keyboard, vocals, upright base, guitar and drums. Everyone able to dance was dancing. It was enjoyable to see people take pleasure in themselves, even though I felt like a junior high kid at the senior prom. Next week on Oct. 12, there will be a band called The Fabulous Pelicans who are also a party dance music band. The following week, Oct. 19, the Bayou Brothers will be playing. The Bayou Brothers are a Louisiana dance band that will leave you craving gumbo shrimp and dirty rice. For those of you who enjoy people watching, I encourage you to head down to happy hour at the Belly Up as a pre-party to your Friday night. 2 fflE9 Images courtesy San Diego Asian Film Foundation, US Marine Corps, Little Italy Associaton, Tijuana Tourism Board H IP H OP The Dream Merchant 2 9TH WONDER This hip hop beat-specialist has produced for hip hop artist as underground as Little Brother and as overground as Jay-Z. As he displays his skills and talent on this solo album, he features well known hip hop artists such as Mos Def and Camp Lo. P OP/COUNTRY Family LEANN RIMES ¡On to her 12th studio album, Leann Rimes gets personal. For the first ¡time, she either wrote or co-wrote ¡every single track on the album. Now we'll have to see if getting personal gets the pop/country listeners. ROCK Famous PUDDLE OF MUDD After pushing back the release date and changing the album's name, the band releases its third album. With some new band members debuting their musicianship, along with some 'credible producers, the band will see if this album can keep them 'famous.' Photo by Kathryn McBrayer/The Pride Images courtesy of Ryko Distribution Partners, Curb Records and Geffen Records - �"The Heartbreak Kid" A little recycled, but a lot of laugher BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Scorsese has Leonardo, Tim Burton has DeppT Peter' and Bobby Farrelly have Ben Stiller. All is right in the universe. The latest offering by the Farrelly brothers is "The Heartbreak Kid", where farts, crazy sex, and inappropriate language by old men are what keep audiences in their seats. Stiller is Eddie Cantrow, a 40year old sport shop owner looking for love. It doesn't help that his father, played by real life dad Jerry, is encouraging him to "live life" - which in his definition means sleeping with as many women as possible. Love in this case comes in the form of a bombshell named Lila (Malin Ackerman) who at first glance, looks like a sweet- heart until the jaws of marriage brings out the ultra-neurotic nature in her, as well as Eddie. Eddie immediately regrets his life altering decision in marrying Mrs. Wrong after a Mini Cooper road trip to Cabo San Lucas where Lila sings the lyrics to all songs on the radio. Not just popular songs, but every song. It's after a serious (and I mean serious) sunburn mishap that Lila is locked up in the room for most of the honeymoon, Eddie meets another sweetheart in Miranda (Michelle Monaghan). They find solace in each other and by this point, the movie begins to feel almost recycled with love triangles and coincidental disasters. Carlos Mencia also stars in the movie as a stereotypical, sleazy hotel worker. He does more to hinder the film oppo- site the bouncing dialogue between Stiller and elder-Stiller. Stiller still plays the role of the hopeless good guy we want to root for and it's something that doesn't seem to get old. He brings a great exuberance to the loser role that suits his acting well. The film is a remake from 1972 film by Neil Simon. Rest assured that the Farrelly brothers have not lost a step in purveying their sense of humor to moviegoers, but it feels more like the kind of humor we got from "There's Something About Mary". I t's cool, but it isn't groundbreaking humor like what we see these days like in "Borat", "The 40Year Old Virgin" and "Superbad". The directing duo does a great j ob i n casting every role just right in the film. People shouldn't have to worry that all the good comedic moments are spoiled by trailers and commercials. There's enough substance that satisfies, such as a certain donkey scene. Comedy is the Farrelly's muse, and comedy is where their success will always be seen. Let's hope that Peter and Bobby never decide to commit career suicide by directing a drama or action movie. Image courtesy of DreamWorks LLC cano, and the sun. The container catches BY JONATHAN THOMPSON the eye with popping yellow and orange Pride Staff Writer hues contrasted with soothing green Kona Brewing Company brews Fire and brown c olors/Overall, the packagRock Pale Ale in Kona, Hawaii, Father, ing pleases the eye. The Hawaiian scene Cameron Healy, and son, Spoon Khalsa, allows the consumer to mentally travel founded the brewery in spring of 1994. and experience Hawaii while being in The brewery has three main brews, the confines of their physical settings. which are Big Wave Golden Ale, Long The bottles themselves contain the same board Islander Lager, and Fire Rock Pale scene from the container. The bottles have Ale. The brewery brews other specialty yellow caps that bottle 6.0% alcohol-bybeers and limited edition releases. volume ale. The ale's ABV contains a little The brewery mainly sells in Hawaii more alcohol than an average beer. Underbut also sells in the lower 48 states, neath the bottle caps, the brewery has Japan, and China. The brewery oper- stamped Hawaiian words and their English ates two pubs and claims to have uti- translations. Hawaiian and English are the lized recycled parts from surround- official languages of Hawaii. : ing islands such as a roof and bar table. The ale pours extremely smooth while Because the ale comes from Hawaii, the barely creating a quarter inch thick head. cardboard container holding six 12-ounce A copper tone radiates from the glass. brown glass bottles is adorned with a picThe ale emits an aroma similar to that turesque scene most likely found in of freshly made dough with a hint every travel photo album owned by of sour mash. The ale begins with any Hawaii visitor. a mildly bold flavor and finishes The container depicts Hawaiian superb. The exquisite finish makes vegetation, the sea, a passing cruise the mind, body, and soul feel fanship, two tourists, an erupting voltastic. T he great tasting finish calls for the beginning, again and again. The brewery suggests pairing the ale with almost any food item, especially barbeque. A fellow Cougar experienced the great tasting ale. "It taste light and crisp," said senior business major Bryan Spangenberg. The brewery released their lim„„ J , ited edition Pipeline Porter on Oct. 1. The porter should be interesting as it contains 100% Kona Coffee. Look out for Pipeline Porter in a f uture "Beer of the Week." As always, enjoy Photo courtesy of Jonathan Thompson / The Pride responsibly. George's Burger? cy c^ BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer By George, I think they've got it! Don't be fooled by the simplicity of the name. George's Burgers is one of those few places that has escaped the infinite pit of generic burger joints whose food is as bland as the Joes, Bobs, and Chucks, they're named after. George's Burgers is a modest place located on N. Las Posas Road, j ust o ff the 78. While it may not be the most epic burger in San Marcos, George's Burgers will stand toe to toe with the veterans if called upon. This place couldn't be any more perfect for the wayward CSUSM student, catering to even the most discerning palette with a frighteningly diverse menu. At George's Burgers, you will undoubtedly discover the most unholy of the fast food trinities: burgers, Mexican, and Greek Food. George's Burgers also boasts a fairly thorough breakfast menu. When Samuel Morse dispatched that immortal utterance-"What hath god wrought?"in his first telegraph transmis sion, it was because he had just read the menu at George's Burgers. While George's Burgers' methods are daring and perhaps blasphemous, it is improbable if not impossible for you to not enjoy something there. Since it is a burger place first and foremost, I decided to try the quarter pound special burger. Expecting a humble quarterpounder, you can imagine my surprise when this colossal behemoth invaded my face. A fter the initial shock, I soon discovered this burger to be a gentle giant, a stable and calm blend of ingredients. It is a harmonious celebration of unrivaled equality where no element of the burger overwhelms another or the rest. The hamburger meat has a faint spice that contributes to the innovative dynamic of the burger. In similar fashion to the burger, the f ries are beastly slabs of potato. While they are fairly generous in flavor, they don't harbor excess grease that can often times overwhelm a French fry. I definitely recommend you pencil George's Burgers somewhere into your list of places to go before you die, preferably somewhere between your 10:15 a.m. History class and your trip to The Great Wall of China. Photo courtesy of Ben Roffee / The Pride � 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/. 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AB 1413 proposed tighter regulations to the CSU Board of Trustees' executive compensation proceedings. Following the approval of 11% pay raises for executives at last months Board of Trustees meeting, the CFA campaigned heavily against these; raises, backing passage of AB 1413 and SB 190, another piece of CSU reform legislation. Working closely with Assemblyman, - Anthony Portantino, Senator Xeland Yee, and Lieutenant Governor John Garemendi, the CFA reported on fraudulent and wasteful spending practices within the CSU executive compensation policy. In response to Governor Schwarzenegger's veto, Assemblyman Portantino, Chair of the Assembly Committee on Higher Education and author of the vetoed bill, commented, "as a strong advocate of higher education, I am extremely disappointed with this veto." "The Governor's action today, coupled with a litany of inapproSee VETO, page 2 BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Photo courtesy ofSara Gallegos of ASI. CSUSM student, Ashley Trottier, gets ready touch up a house as part of the 2007 Alternative Spring Break. Cross country invites campus community to compete Cougar 5K/8K Challenge to be held at CSUSM BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The USA Track & Field Dirt Dog Cross Country series is set to come through San Marcos this Saturday, christening the newly created on-campus cross country course. The Cougar 5K/8K Challenge marks the first ever cross country meet hosted by CSUSM. The races, however, are put on by an outside organization, and while both the CSUSM men's and women's teams will compete, their times and results will have no bearing on the official NAIA standings or rankings. There will be a 5K run and an 8K run, offering partici- VOL. X VIII NO. 7 pants a range of difficulty on the virtually untested course. The course begins at Mangrum track and takes runners around towards the Clarke Field House, then runs parallel to Campus Drive to Barham Drive, leading to Twin Oaks Valley Road before returning participants back on to Mangrum. The #8 ranked Cougars women's team will take the course at 9:00 a.m. to run in the 5K, and the #8 ranked Cougars men's team will follow soon after, running the 8K at 9:45 a.m. This event is open to the public. Registration, begins at 7:45 at Mangrum Track on the day ofthe race; the entry fee is $15. CSUSM Athletic Director, Steve Nichols sums up the uncommon nature of the event, saying "This race is especially unique in that members of the campus and surrounding communities can not only come to witness the excitement of collegiate cross-country up close - they can even join in as participants." The Cougar 5K/8K Challenge will offer participants an up close and personal taste of intercollegiate cross-country by bringing the public together to compete with one of the top NAIA cross-country programs. Thanks to Associated Students Inc. and Habitat for Humanity, Alternative Spring Break is back for its fifth year at Cal State San Marcos Alternative Spring Break gives students the chance to give back to the community. Last year, the program expanded out of state for the first time by going to New Orleans, helping to restore the damage left over from the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. According to the National Hurricane Center, Katrina, which struck the Southeastern part of the United States, was the costliest and one of the five deadliest hurricanes in United States history, This year the program will return to New Orleans to work alongside Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization that specializes in building homes for the underprivileged. The 2008 trip lasts from Mar.30 to Apr.5. Applications are available to download at the ASI website (http://www.csusm. edu/asi/) and are due by Nov. 30. Once selected, students must pay a $50 deposit by Jan. 22 and $200 by Mar. 14. These fees cover all costs for the trip, including transSee ALTERNATIVE, page 2 A glimpse "Through tRhe Egyes osfpeakenerals" G out to students etired enerals BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Cal State San Marcos- The lecture hall was at its capacity as students and faculty poured into Academic Hall 102 last Wednesday, Oct. 10, to hear two retired generals speak on the current state of U.S. policy in the Middle East. In collaboration with the Washington D.C. based Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation and the CSUSM Department of Political Science, the CSUSM Model United Nations hosted a campus visit by former Lieutenant General, Robert Gard, of the U.S. Army and former General, Joseph P. Hoar, of the U.S. Marine Corps. The visit was one of many stops in San Diego for the two retired gen- erals as part of a two-day long series of speaking engagements critical of the Bush administration's handling of both the war in Iraq and relations with Iran. General Joseph Hoar served as the Deputy for Operations for the Marine Corps during the Gulf War and later as the Commander-inChief of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the unified combatant command that oversees jointmilitary operations in the MiddleEast, East Africa, and Central Asia. Lt. General Dr. Robert G. Gard served in the U.S. Army with combat service in Korea and Vietnam. He was the first Director of Human Resources Development See GENERAL, page 2 �Tuesday; October 16, 2007 T HE(fiPRIDE Editorial staff L ;> ED1TÜIUN CHIEF Jason i berno ASSISTANT LAYOUT * DESiöN Editor JNICK STRISVBft I' . HEWS E ditor BEH EOFFEB ' FMtlRgS * D0IT0R VîMDtÂHA PÀCHECO-lSÂÂC AKTS a BNT^RTAÎNMINT - Editor . TQRÏÀMVIY s Online E ditor * t lM MOORi COPY EDITOR - TiFFÂMII HOAMG , , - Staff Writers \ BBMNHiCAMTOS I f c M CARBAJAL PAMBIA CASTILLO DAVID OHURCH ELBERT ISGUBBHA o n d y Casca Jessica S S S i l S , Amanita KiBtiY ; KÀTMRVM MCSRAYER B i l l RHIÏN ROXANA SAID ¡ONAI HAN Thompson Bryant t intle , y „ . , C artoonists JENNY BIGJPONP ADVISOR |0ANANDBR$ON AM pinions mè tetters to ite editor* published in The | I i|| nplllS IB illllll I of the author, and âp not | | | | | essarily represent the | f | § | ! of Hie Fiide, or of California State Vnmmty Sm Marcos, Ufi&tg||| editorials ||||||Ì||| the majority opinion of The Pride editoria! board, : L etters t u t he editor U p B include m address, telephone number, e-mail a nd identification, l l | l l | may be edited for g rammar and length* | ||||| ¡1I1ÉÌ j b e u nder 300 words a nd ! mitted via electronic mail i o p ride^csnsin.edy, r ather t han B Individuai ¡ H | torn. » Is the policy of The i Pride not to print anonymous letter^ and classified adverDisplay tising in | | | Pride should tòt H w mmtâ as the endorsement or investigation of commercial enterprises or venturer The Pride reserves the right to rejeet any advertising. Thé Pride is ptéiìshed weekly on | | i i | | | | l | | | | ï i 111 H SHill year, Kstrite¡gì includes | | of CSUSM campus, NEWS THE PRIDE tant to say that in my judgment that the Bush administration's handling of Iraq has been characterized by deceit, by mismanagement, and by a shocking lack of understanding of the political and social aspects of the country of Iraq." On the topic of immediate withdrawal, General Hoar noted, "that is just not possible," especially given "concerns about stability" and "significant requirements to protect our friends," referring to Israel and other Arab-ally states. The discussion eventually shifted to Iran, where General Hoar stated "is a much more complicated problem." Citing both historical misunderstandings and a lack of support from regional powers in the Middle East, General Hoar warned against the possibility of a war against Iran. He also maintained that because Iran does not "have the capability to attack the United States directly," Iran will "retaliate by destroying infrastructure facilities all up and down the gulf and elsewhere in the region that belong to friends of the United States." The two emphasized opening up discussions with Iran's government in the belief that Iran is not the enemy they are made out to be. As Lt. General Gard clarified, "Iran cooperated with us when we ran the Taliban out of Afghanistan and...in response for their cooperation, just weeks later in early 2002, is when the President made Iran a charter member of the so called 'Axis of Evil'." At the end of their presentations, the two generals opened up the discussion for questions from the audience. One student asked, "What do you think is going to happen in the couple of months with the Iran issue?" General Hoar responded, stating his belief "that there are very powerful forces in the U.S. government that believe the United States should attack Iran." Students also addressed in their questions the issues of the Blackwater controversy, possible conflicts of interest with Vice President Cheney and Halliburton, and even past wars. After answering all questions that time permitted, the two generals received a standing ovation and departed for another speaking engagement. As CSUSM continues to grow, students can expect more visits from prominent figures in the future. From VETO, page l priate actions by the CSU Board of 2008 Youth Development Initiative Grants Trustees over the past few years, has made it much more difficult to fight for limited resources to benefit our students. Recent budget projections suggest the state will be dealing with at least an $8 billion deficit next year, and if history is any lesson, the students TaJh a b mk Horn school mê tmk& a wordiwMle contribution will bear the brunt yet again." Governor Schwarzenegger's Tfe Ksaactb A. Ifeme f ^dÂiï ^^ccprng^ta^^^fiMtiCiip^ m &e veto message explained the rea,aML soning behind the decision. "California State University (CSU) ll^a^ fer Cuiumboâb mà career i» âtcareer, - pmmd S^NI Sw&tmM Board of Trustees' meetings are potenti^ already open to the public.. .executive compensation contracts are . »Receive farsettai c-ommlmg.and. work m a nonprofit currently approved in open meetings and year CSU adopted fMu&bewilfö^ for changes tloasttheir transition pay 1 ^ ¡¡^raSv Jrlflfiw ^ WiP-ilflijt: ^ ^ » M l Svi wM ^ HllPNii éStefà&tàètìPll^Älil ? v 'i ^ program that are addressed in this bill." The application deadline!* November i j m r Apart from avoiding redunFm mom infonmtion and eligibility criteria w it the dancy, Governor Schwarzenegger's explanation reasoned, "we should be micromanaging the hiring prac- tices at University of California or the California State University system, in ways that may hamper their ability to hire quality instructors and administrators." The Chancellor's Office released an official response to the veto earlier this week. "We are pleased the Governor has vetoed AB 1413," said Chancellor Reed. The Chancellor also maintained, "We remain committed to operating the CSU with the highest possible level of transparency and accountability to students, taxpayers, policymakers and the public." Despite this veto, Governor Schwarzenegger stated, "when appropriate, I do believe that there should be transparency in our educational systems so that the public has confidence in our institutions, which is why I am signing Senate Bill 190 that provides some additional openness and accessibility for the public on matters of executive compensation." From ALTERNATIVE, page 1 portation and housing. Participating students will determine dates for fundraising activities that will help raise money for payments. Once selected, students must attend bi-weekly group meetings to prepare for the trip. Information regarding the dates of these meetings can be found on the application. College students and Spring Break stereotypically consist of wild partying and MTV broadcasting. If that stigma has worn out its welcome, Alternative Spring Break may just be the substitute. Information Session Dates ( ACD201) jpfcéti H I •Oct 30M2-1p.iti. (Mark 102) I From GENERAL, page 1 for the U.S. Army, the Special Assistant to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, and served as Executive Assistant to, then Secretary of Defense, Robert McNamara. The two have been vocal critics of the handling of the war in Iraq since the 2003 invasion. In May of 2004, General Hoar spoke before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, commenting on the war in Iraq, "I believe we are absolutely on the brink of failure. We are looking into the abyss." Much to the same effect, their message at Wednesday's presentation focused on alleged faults in military strategy. In Lt. General Gard's presentation, he explained "that we went into Iraq-invaded the country-with what turned out to be a force far too small to deal with the consequences of the invasion when the insurgency began." He also went on to state that U.S. forces "were not trained to fight counter-insurgency, they were trained by a more conventional style of war." Building on Lt. General Gard's remarks, General Hoar commented, "I think it's impor- THE KENNETH A. PlCERNE FOUNDATION Where % ______ CSUSM Students with a valid School ID receive I",," an extra 15% off Tanning and Salon products CLASSIFIEDS Ir II ¡IHHHF âf f Ì kfJKsm m® 9 Jllfìii i li» potential. E-mail: j furmansky@ ?.com - Mifflîl^SS® ^Ifyrn l i would Him to put m a classified. 1111j%i$^Mt$m.edti TAN ,. «M 630 Nordahl Road, San Marcos location only - j - ' - ^ •• �L.T. carries Chargers to second straight win BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer Last week Chargers got back into the swing of things with a huge victory over the Denver Broncos. What was the one thing that was notably absent from the huge 41-3 win last week? The prowess and domination of LaDainian Tomlinson that Chargers fans have come to know and love over the past few years. Last Sunday the Chargers managed to score four touchdowns on offense; none of which were in the hands of Tomlinson. Fast-forward seven days, and in front of 67,000 person crowd at Qualcomm, Tomlinson scored four touchdowns of his own on the way to 199 yards rushing, in easily his most explosive game of the season thus far. Tomlinson guided the Chargers to 28-14 victory; the eighth straight over the Raiders. The famed Chargers-Raiders rivalry went down in front of a packed house, with fan support on both sides of the ball. The Raiders left droves of Los Angeles area Raiders fans teamless, when the organization packed up and moved from Los Angeles to Oakland in 1995. These fans are still strong today, and many make a point to take the journey south and catch the Raiders in their only Southern California appearance of the season. The Chargers, feeding off last week's momentum, scored on the first drive, advancing the ball 80 yards in 11 plays with a balanced air to ground attack. The drive culminated in a threeyard Tomlinson touchdown that sent him leaping over Raiders defense and crossing the plane of the goal line at a nearly vertical angle. It took only three plays on the ensuing Oakland possession for the Chargers' defense to get to work. Cornerback, Drayton Florence, intercepted Daunte Culpepper's third and 12 pass intended for wide receiver, Jerry Porter. On the very next drive, Tomlinson rushed through traffic to the left, for a 27-yard touchdown. Not only had Tomlinson matched his touchdown total on the season in only eight minutes, but he also tied John Riggins for fifth all-time in career rushing touchdowns, with 104. Oakland struck in the second quarter, as linebacker, Thomas Howard, intercepted a Philip Rivers pass and returned it for a 66-yard defensive touchdown. Early in the third quarter, on a drive sparked by a Philip Rivers to Antonio Gates 28- yard pass, Tomlinson scored again, this time for 13 yards. The Raiders scored their final points with 5:18 left in the fourth quarter as Daunte Culpepper passed to rookie tight end, Zach Miller, for a goal line touchdown. Tomlinson scored his 106career touchdown on a massive 41-yard rush that gave the Chargers some insurance with a 28-14 lead. A lead that would be made final after a disastrous attempt at a Raiders comeback. Tomlinson's quest through the record books met up with another legend in this game. LT's final touchdown put him in a tie with Jim Brown for fourth place all-time in career rushing touchdowns. The Chargers victory pushed them to 3-3 overall on the season, putting them in a tie for first place in the AFC West with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chargers take a week off and return to the field on October 28 at home to face the Houston Texans at 1:05 p.m. on CBS. Sept. 15 Sept. 21 Sept. 24 Oct. 12 Oct. 13 Master's f UC - SanDiego CSUDH-Carson Chapman Southern Wesleyan Womens Sept. 18 Point Loma Sept. 20 Biola Sept. 2%CSUDH - Carson Oct. 7 Cal Lutheran Oct. 10 La Sierra Oct. 12 Chapman Show your CSSMU ID at our Vista (Vista Village & Wave Drive) o r Escondido restaurant (Auto ParkWay & Valley Parkway), and well give you a FREE BURRITO Wednesday, October 17th, 11 A - 10 P . M M wCkvoU. I M E X I C A N G RILL. �Tuesday, October 16, 2007 T oo m uch j unk in t he trunk? Celebrate it! FEATURES CS Delivering video to a computer near you Streaming video server p rovides live T V and videos to students both on and o ff c ampus CSUSM hosting National Love Your Body Day BY JESSICA GONZALEZ Pride Staff Writer by being co-spônsored by several on-campus athletic teams, the LGBTQ, as well as the health Let's face it, most women in and recreation centers. America don't have the toned sleek "We wanted a really crossbodies of Jessica Biel or Madonna campus, co-sponsorship and to and most men don't have the chis- get different people involved," eled abs and muscles of Matthew says Leonard. "A lot of the steMcConaughey and David Beck- reotypes and issues are affecting ham. This is cause for a celebra- everyone; it's not just an issue for tion! On October 18, "National women." Love Your Body Day" is going These groups will host a on from 11-1 p.m. in the library number of tables dealing with plaza and is sure to reach out to several aspects of body image the whole campus community. that both men and women are Sponsored by the ASI's faced with today such as exercise, Women Center,« . / " steroids, eating dis"National Love lOV© 'orders,J breast. Your Body Day,'' C your body cancer % and is set out to bring JT V Amu Plastic suK a message of accep- J ¥ gery. Among tance and to the ' activities to raise awareness go on will be dance lessons, ongoing body i mage a slam poetry workshop, and a issues , according to Sarah Leon- mural painting table. "The stuard, an activism and outreach dents will have the opportunity specialist, helping to coordinate to express the way they're thinkthe event. ing about beauty and body image, "It's a day that brings attention and hopefully that way there will and activism to loving your body be a transition on the way they and breaking down the stereo- thought about it previously," says types that people have on body Leonard. image," says Leonard. "This Free healthy beverages and year, it's going to be a much more food will be served, as well as interactive day where students t-shirts that can be purchased can get involved." to commemorate the event. So Having been a success last come on out and celebrate this year, the "National Love- Your Thursday and learn to love your Body Day," event isexptfnding boÏÏyP " BY NICK STRIZVER Pride Staff Writer Being a new student at CSUSM, I was interested in a rather unique opportunity students have here. The Media Control Server, or MCS for short, provides a simple interface for organizing, presenting and playing both live and archived content. The MCS streams 18 live channels, coming from the school's Time-Warner cable feed and stores instructional videos that instructors have 1 o f, Photo courtesy of Charles Allen Streaming servers provide student access to live TV on their computers. o wri e rto Hm m m i» § % m Ä A ZUSA PACIFIC ZACH MILLER, B .S.'00, M BA'01 Entepreneur, business owner What's your journey? Learn h ow Zach's business degree helped him, at age 29, o wn 15 franchises including Little Caesars Pizza, Carvel Ice Cream, Cinnabon, Sonic Burger, Verizon Wireless, a nd many more. To learn more a bout Zach's inspiring story a nd future plans, a nd t o explore t he business programs offered: w w w . apu. edu/explore/sbm Toll free (866) 209-1559 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT » THE PRIDE sbmgrad@apu.edu G raduate Programs requested for use with their courses. MCS is available both on and off campus and can be accessed in one of three ways: a link is placed in WebCT, typing "mcs" into a campus computer's web browser, or, if being accessed from off campus, typing "http://mcs.csusm.edu" into the browser. Originally, the MCS was intended to replace the large and difficult to maintain cable television system on campus. By streaming video over the network, Integrated Information Technology Services (ITTS) was able to not only cut down on the clutter of the cabling system, but also include the off campus support, integrate it into the WebCT system and record off air, similar to a TIVO, The online media library was piloted last spring with a few instructor volunteers. However, as it is a new system, development will be slow in order to make sure it works with all computers. As instructors request different materials be placed in the media library, the number of videos on the server vary from semester to semester. Although the MCS is not intended as an archive for student videos, ITTS does help student to place materials on the serves for course-related purposes. In order to deliver relevant and desired content, an informal poll of campus organizations that use the MCS is conducted and the results are incorporated into the selection as much as possible. Many of the popular cable channels are not available due to the school's basic cable feed from Time-Warner. �Children Website of the Week .3ÜLY1 one area's tragedy and exposes it worldwide Invisiblechildren.com takes BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer If you have not heard of Invisible Children by now, it is about time you did. Invisible Children Inc. is an organization founded by San Diego area filmmakers Jason Russell, Bobby Bailey and Laren Poole, dedicated to creating awareness for the plight and poverty of the people ofNorthern Uganda. Northern Uganda is in the middle of a civil war between its established government and rebel group, the Lords Resistance Army. The Lords Resistance Army, formed in 1987, is led by Joseph Kony, who, along with his soldiers, has been openly accused of violent and widespread human torture, mutilation, rape and abduction. The Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) is most well known for its forced army recruitment by kidnapping. In a 2006 survey declared that more than 66,000 youths were abducted by the LRA since 1987. Invisible Children started as a rough cut documentary filmed in the spring of2003. According to the website, thefilmmakerswent into the opportunity as a "filmmaking adventure," but "[the adventure] transformed into much more when these boys from Southern Califor- nia discovered a tragedy that both disgusted and inspired them - A tragedy where children are both the weapons and the victims. What started as a 55- minute rough cut documentary four years ago, has turned into multifaceted, non-profit organization dedicated to making a difference, or as the website states "transforming apathy into activism." The main focus of the website is directed toward the most tangible medium of communication oil the internet: video. Nearly .every featured project on the website is greeted with a hip, modern introduction video that conveys the main points in a way that not only grabs the viewer's attention, but informs him or her along the Avay. The current marquee project highlighted on the website is the "Schools for Schools" program! The "Schools for Schools" project is dedicated to fostering the desire for the children of Northern Uganda to acquire an education. The project will achieve this by taking the top 46 high schools in Northern Uganda and turning them into the best schools in the country, in an effort to match the academic averages of the rest of the African continent. The program focuses on five aspects for reform: water, teachers, books, buildings, and technology. The "Schools for Schools" project is supported by middle schools, high schools, and colleges in America. To date, more than $112,000 has been raised by 547 schools with 5,892 students participating. Invisiblechildren.com recently launched "The Bracelet Campaign", a project derived to make economic opportunities available for people in Northern Uganda's Internally Displaced Person (IDP) camps. Hundreds of displaced ucearnsiii T r u f f l e , and HHp^ Hwflif for CSU SM Studeints Eamy ^nc« Pickup and M HHM' of Southern Velivery t o ;,.• ; .Catif&^aïÊMm r 1725 South Coast Highway Oeeanslde, CA 92054 &TT-&t3-3033 www.vespaocisansiidis. c o m Sales, Rentals, Parts & Service Hours: 7daysaweek 10A M-6 PM I ¡É colors; each one represents an individual child and his or her story. The bracelets come packaged with an inspiring short film that elaborates on the child's situation and story. From their roots as filmmakers in 2003, three young San Diego natives have turned "filmmaking adventure" into a global non-profit organization that is truly making a difference; one child, one school, and one job at a time. Image courtesy invisiblechildren.com AP o f S p e d i l i Veals adults are now employed by Invisible Children in this microeconomic campaign. The website says "These jobs generate a much-needed income in otherwise unemployable areas of Uganda." The bracelets are available for purchase at invisiblechildren.com for $20 each. The money raised, funnels back into Northern Uganda through the Invisible Children Education Program. The bracelets sold in the campaign come in eight different P IAGGIO I IK^ilfSlSiK' V Gas Mileage varies depending on weight speed, and road conditions. ' r S^^BB ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ l i ^ ^ r e d trademark of the Piaggio Group of companies. Obey local traffic safety laws and always wm» �OPINION Tuesday, October 16, 2007 AlNlVyi^l Raising a Banner Church's Influence on Sports three colorful banners. The Ducks lifted to the rafters a white Pacific Division ChampiOn Wednesday, Oct. 10,1 was ons Banner, a black Western Conable to attend is one of the most ference Champions Banner and memorable events in my lifetime. an orange Stanley Cup ChampiI attended the Anaheim Ducks ons Banner. All of which were raised into a spot that you can see home opener. This wasn't your normal home half of the banners and can't take opener where you introduce the photos of. players to the fans and hear hol- Just before they raised the lers and cheers. No, this one had banners, the new and old Ducks the greatest trophy of all time. It were announced and the celebrahad the Stanley Cup. tion began with Jean-Sebastien For those who don't know too Giguere receiving a deafening much about the Lord Stanley's standing ovation. Cup, let me tell you a brief his- Then, after announcing the tory. Lord Fredrick Arthur Stan- remainder of the team, Scott Nieley was the Governor General of dermayer and Teemu Selanne Canada in 1893. Lord Stanley walked out towards the red carpet purchased a 754 by 11 ¥2 inch cup to an immediate chant of "One for hockey teams to play for each More Year!" roaring through year and the trophy has grown the crowd as Niedermayer and over the years allowing the win- Selanne are still contemplating ning team to have their name retirement. engraved into the cup. Eventually, silence arrived and This tradition has contin- the ceremony continued with the ued throughout the years and banner rising. Then after 37 minthe Ducks are the new defend- utes of celebrating, the Boston ing champions of the NHL and Bruins came back on to the ice to Stanley Cup. The Ducks cel- get warmed up again. ebrated their final day before With so much excitement in the handing the cup back over to atmosphere of the Honda Center, the Hockey Hall of Fame with a formerly the Arrowhead Pond of sellout crowd and the raising of Anaheim, the game was underBY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer way. The Ducks won the game 2-1 on a Francois Beauchemin slap shot from the blue line early in the third period. Now the Ducks are looking to capitalize on their current home stand after starting the season on an unfair five game road trip where they split a two game series with the Los Angeles Kings in London on Sept. 29 and Sept. 30. The Ducks lost to the Detroit Red Wings in a shootout loss on Oct. 3 and then lost to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Oct. 5 and the Pittsburgh Penguins Oct. 6. At the same time, the Kings were able to rest from their trip to London when they opened their season at home to the St. Louis Blues on Oct. 6, a week after playing in London and three more days of rest than the Ducks. But I am happy that the season is finally underway and I was able to watch the Ducks celebrate California'sfirstStanley Cup and hopefully many to come. Any questions or comments can be sent to me at Churc009@ csusm.edu or Pride@csusm. edu. dto't believe Bsitney will be I^Sause she had ¡her chance evert as close as the VMA's her drugs, puna Sun Wreshtnm 7 Iàrltfl Stevenson Ijpméuaie student 6 0TTA ,-TttESE IV SS AYS THE PRIDE Blood, sweat, tears, sickness BYTORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer At the Pride, we believe in solidarity. That means that we do things like swap articles, have a little family dinner once a week, and carpool in the same Impala for drive-bys. You know how it is. But apparently, all this comradery wasn't enough. We all decided to get the same illness too. It's that season again, when the guy next to you in PSCI 100 starts sneezing and you start thinking, "If you give me a cold, I will kill you. I will literally kill you." Depending on how annoying he was to begin with, you might say it out loud - especially if you're me. I hate colds. They're not epic enough to really give you an excuse for anything, but they screw up everything. It's significantly harder to intimidate everyone from the pizza guy to your writers with a cold, steely voice when you actually sound like you belong in a damn Theraflu commercial. And then, there's the judgment. Perhaps, you've noticed that I mentioned my grandmother several times, since she pervades my life. Well, she's about as supportive of illness as she is of dating. "You know, you're burning the candle at both ends. You were bound to get sick." No, I'm sick because everyone in my office was sick and like every other building in America, we think re-circulating air is a peachy keen idea. And you know that just like me, when you get sick, you have at least one friend or family member that will tell you how you got sick; because they are trained medical doctors and mind readers. Go to dinner with them and blow your nose repeatedly at the table. And talk about filthy things as loudly around small children as you can. I find this is a good way to take out my aggression on someone. Restaurant humiliation. So what should you do now that you have the cold? Well, there are various options, including but not limited to busting out the tea, taking a ton of Tylenol Cold, or getting plastered on Nyquil. My best recommendation? Give it to somebody else. Hell, that's what I'm going to do. I n t he l ong r u n n o b ecause s fie i s a lready w eU k nown f or h er s uccess yeafts a go, b ut s he s eems t a h ave l ost h er i dentity. Yoka Kakitrtûio £ Who c arés a bout B ritney fepeats w hen t here i s Jmxà 6 ¡ ¡ping o rt' *Jr . rfi Just for Shiggles By Jenny Bigpond . rn "MH s he J ust r uined h er l ife W ith h er p ast d ecisions I d on't . t hink^he Will e ?er b ewhat M ; Frësfemm �DRROPPING: CD ELEASES FOR Oct. 16 POP The Art of Love and War ANGIE STONE This new one holds more samples of Stone's unique voice, which leans towards unique old-school gospel. By Roxana Said / Pride Staff Writer ROCK SOUL Chase This Light Jimmy Eat World Jimmy Eat World comes back with a powerful new album that will satisfy ¡fans with their legendary rock music. (Rare & Unreleased Recordings from the Golden Reign of the Queen of Soul (Aretha Franklin (Music legend Aretha Franklin puts out an (album of unreleased songs. It contains ¡many duets and different music flavor ranging from heart filled gospel to 60's pop. COUNTRY (HOLIDAY) HOLIDAY A Classic Christmas TOBY KEITH ¡This two-disc special is Toby Keith's ¡first holiday album in 12 years. The (CD's contain Christmas classics divided (between spiritual and contemporary styles. m A Disney Channel Holiday Various Artists This jam-packed album is full of holiday cheer and spirit, including singers from the whole Disney Channel family. Images courtesy ofShow Dog Nashville, Tiny Evil, Rhino, Stax, and Disney What is the law? A weapon to be wielded? O r more than that? jj A set of tools. A creative approach. A helping profession and collaborative process. Explore the wide scope of the law in a school devoted to the big picture. - « A *I CALIFORNIA WESTERN S CHOOL OF LAW | San D iego . ' www.CallforniaWe8tefn.edu • • What law school ought to be: �A&E 8 Tuesday; October 16, 2001 BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Passion, support, appreciation - these were the reverberated words as the 2007 San Diego Asian Film festival kicked off this past Thursday at the UltraStar Cinemas in Mission Valley. Now in its eighth year, the SDAFF is showcasing 130 films ranging from full-length features to an assortment of short independent clips. The festival also includes workshops for young filmmakers. The spotlight film was "Dark Matter," which is a story based off true events of a physics student who kills six people at a university. Otherfilmsincluded were "Finishing the Game" (opening at the Landmark Ken Cinema in San Diego on Oct. 26), and "West 32nd," a crime drama set in New York's Korea-town. For many of the guests, the festival is an amazing platform to encourage and support the arts in the growing community. Special guests of the festival include celebrity faces from the Asian community such as Justin Lin, Roger Fan, Yul Kwon, MC Hammer and Leonardo Nam. Many of them spoke about upcoming projects, political and social awareness, and fair representation in the media. "I'm definitely thankful and I think the fans have been great and very generous," said James Kyson Lee, who stars on the THE PRIDE National Bird: Eagle, National Anthem: Star Spangled Banner; National book: I Am America (And So Can You!) Photos by Elbert Esguerra / The Pride Above: San Diego Asian Film Festival judges panel (from left to right) James Kyson Lee, Roger Fan, Jeylynn Rodriguez, Yul Kwon. Right: Joanie Mendenhall performs at the SDAFF. hit NBC show Heroes as super sidekick Ando. While some spoke about the good fortune they have had, others took the opportunity to speak about reality and progress toward future realizations. "If there is a barrier that will break Asian Americans into mainstream, it's when as a whole they start putting their dollars into something that is specifically Asian American," said Fan who starred in "Finishing the Game" and 2002's "Better Luck Tomorrow." Kwon, the winner of"Survivor: Cook Islands", was on hand to help register bone marrow donors and encouraged political awareness among Asian-Americans. On Saturday night, the festival honored longtime actor George Takei. Takei, famous for roles such as Kaito Nakamura from Heroes, and the beloved Lt. Sulu from Star Trek, received a lifetime achievement award for his work in Hollywood and contributions to society. When asked about Heroes, he responded, "Nothing is as it seems on the surface- Stay tuned." Amidst the buzz of films and activities that were happening, another word came to mind as the producers, members, celeb- Iii m fiMll rities, and attendees showed their love for the film festival - celebration. This Thursday, Oct. 18 is the final night for the festival. For complete schedules of the films, go to sdaff.org. El Mexicano Kirin Ichiban BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Having visited a local sushi bar this weekend and encountered a lovely Japanese waitress, the mind craved more elements from the land of the rising sun. A quick glance at the checkbook and the daily planner resulted in canceling reservations hastily made on a random travel website. A quick visit to Beverages and More for a Japanese beer would have to suffice for now. Kirin Brewery Company operates in multiple industries and markets. Asahi Brewery bought out the brewery in 2000. The brewery has a complex history because the ownership has changed hands and management styles throughout the years. Kirin not only brews beer but also produces hard liquor, wine, soft drinks, and food. A Kirin bréw master produced fhis| partilular Six-pack f or A nheuser-Busch in Los Angeles, California. { 1 The cardboard packaging holds six, 12 fluid ounce brown glass bottles. Black, tan, and gold hues comprise the visual aesthetics. A creative god-like horse styled animal dominates the center of the packaging. The bottle is adorned with the same image. The bottles are capped with a tan and gold bottle cap that seals off a beer with 4.95% alcohol-by-volume and 145 calories. A light version offers 50 less calories. The beer pours ultra-smooth and creates little to no head. The champagne colored beer glistens heavenly behind the frosty glass. The beer creates a low key aroma similar to that of the more famous Heineken. Wort, barley malt, and hops function in harmony to create a smooth tasting beer. The beer enters the mouth, jolts the taste buds, and quickly exits stage left. A subtle tingling sensation lingers for a brief moment as a result of the shock. Given its crisp taste, the beer can be paired with almost any food selection. | If a Vacation l o Japan ] seems out of reach, * simply grab a six pack of Kirin Ichiban. Do not forget the camera. BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer Since its release last Tuesday, Stephen Colbert's first book, "I Am America (And So Can You!)," raises one simple question: Is it a great book, or the greatest book ever? In my honest opinion, I would have to say, "Yes." It has something for everyone: humor, justice, and the truth about America. It should not be long before this book replaces the Constitution. BY BRYANT TINTLE Pride Staff Writer I, like most college students, have succumbed to the horror that is the "midnight munchies." The fact that you are starving at 11:00 at night while trying to do a Political Science paper due tomorrow isn't the scary part. The horror is driving around trying to find a good place open that late. That is why there exists the haven for the hungry nocturnal being: El Mexicano. Located on Mission Rd. in Escondido, it is within reasonable driving distance from CSUSM. In fact, it stands to reason that you may have already driven past it and never noticed it. It is difficult to comprehend that a building shaped like a small barn is actually a Mexican restaurant. Not only do you get a close restaurant, you also get a good p rice| A biirritó, quesadilla, and drink together are less tlfaii 7 dollars. Now, when I say burrito, I'm not talking about one of those thin, wimpy E AXOF little things youfindat your average run-of-the-mill fast food Mexican joint. You get a grande-size burrito, the kind you can only get at a hole-in-the^wall restaurant like this, a burrito you might feel bad for eating afterwards, but you don't care because it was so delicious. Take a couple of your buddies to lunch when you have a break. Reminisce about the crazy antics that your group has gotten itself into yet again. This is the perfect place to define as your friends' new meeting spot. So whether you and your friends are looking for a new restaurant to eat at so you don't get sick of sandwiches and burgers, or just looking to calm that midnight hunger beast,£ don't hesitate to take a short driye out of your ' comfort zone into a little place called El Mexicano, or "the delicious^ Mexican restaurant that you will be telling your friends about forever" in English. Image courtesy of Grand Central Publishing Seriously, this is a great read, whether or not you are a fan of Colbert and his Comedy Central show, "The Colbert R eport" I waited for this book for a very long time and the very cover of the book had me giggling. This book is part of Colbert's continuing tongue-in-cheek attempt to bring America back to its glorious, conservative state. From thefirstpage to the last, he writes with his clever and witty style that had me laughing out loud. The book covers how to live like an American in areas such as family, religion, media, and education. Armed with his right-wing values, he breaks down issues, pointing what is 'wrong' with America, and how everyone would be more patriotic by following his family-loving, Godfearing, alpha-male lifestyle. While being a humorous look at America, it is also very poignant. True to his nature, Colbert wrote this book to be both Entertaining and educational. So pick up some Ben and Jerry's Americone Dream, curl up in an American flag on a couch next to your copy of The Declaration of Independence, and enjoy "I Am America." Be sure to get several copies as well; one each for your bedroom, bath room, and living room to get your full serving of truth. This book should do for America, what Harry Potter did for wizards. If everyone could just read this book, the world would be a better place. 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Twin Oaks Valley Road San Marcos, CA 92096-0001 Phone:(760)750-6099 Fax:(760)750-3345 Email: piide@csusm.edtt http://wwwjhecsusmpride.com Advertising Email: pride_ads@csusm.edu Legislation for our education o Governor signs AB 262 and AB 1584 to alleviate financial burdens of CA college students BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Two bills signed into legislation recently this month are just some governmental measures reforming postsecondary education in California. While the vetoing of AB 1413 earlier this month may have discouraged students and campus faculty members, California assemblymen are still pushing for legislation that addresses the needs of students in the postsecondary public school system and are starting to receive some success in return. Governor Schwarzenegger recently signed AB 262 and AB 1548 into law. Both legislations help alleviate the financial burdens of college for students across the state. AB 262, commissioned by Democratic Assemblyman, Joe Coto, looks to dispel credit card companies from targeting college students on campus with gifts and other luring tactics. Also called The College Student Credit Protection Act, AB 262 advises university executives to revise regulations on credit companies on campus. Student debt is quickly becoming an epidemic throughout college campuses across the country. While student loans also add to the problem, credit card debt utors and faculty members. The is the most troublesome problem governor went on in his veto mesfor students to control. Many sage to state, "Therefore, instead credit companies are aware that of this bill [SB 832], I am signfreshman students know little ing Assembly Bill 1548. Many about credit and annual percent- of the same concepts in SB 832 age rates and target them accord- are in AB 1548, but AB 1548 recognizes the shared responsibilingly. According to student lender, ity and attempts to address the Nellie Mae, in 2004 more than 75 issue in a more comprehensive percent of students had a credit manner" The bill requires publishers to card and more than 40 percent include important changes made had more than four credit cards. Upon introducing AB 262 in his to new editions compared to preApril 2007 newsletter, Assembly- vious editions, provide faculty man Coto stated, "Many Califor- members with a list of wholesale nia public university students, of distributors upon request, and all incomes and backgrounds, are print on the cover of instructor graduating into severe credit card edition textbooks that the copy is debt. AB 262 will help to protect not available for resale. the students who represent the College institutions and faculty future of California's economy." must consider costs of textbooks Democratic Assemblyman, when selecting reading lists and Jose Solorio, proposed AB order books with enough time for 1548 to help control textbook students to purchase them. AB prices for students. Governor 1548 also requires that they not Schwarzenegger vetoed a simi- sell instructor copies or accept lar measure, SB 832, explaining any personal profit for requiring in his veto message that the "bill certain textbooks or materials for focuses strictly on textbook pub- course instruction. lisher policies and fails to recCampus bookstores must also ognize that the affordability of post a disclosure of new pricing textbooks is a shared responsi- policies for both new and used bility among publishers, college textbooks in the store or through bookstores, and faculty mem- store websites. bers." "As the former student body AB 1548 calls for improve- president of UC Irvine, I know ments among publishers, distrib- firsthand that high textbook prices are a huge issue for college students." Assemblyman Solorio said in an Oct. 13 press release. According to the General Accounting Office 2005 report, textbook prices increased 186 percent between the years 1986 and 2004; nearly triple the rate of inflation during that same time period. AB 1548 does not decrease textbook prices but it does offer students more opportunity to make better textbook purchasing decisions. The bill also holds those who select textbooks accountable for taking students best interests into consideration during the process. "AB 1548 provides a comprehensive approach to controlling college textbook prices by placing additional disclosure requirements on all parties involved in creating the high prices. That's why the bill was supported by the California State Student Association, the California Teacher's Association, the Association of American Publishers and the California Postsecondary Education Commission," said Assemblyman Solorio. Students will soon be able to see how these bills affect life on campus and if they set a precedent to pass similar bills in the future. Cougar Challenge christens new cross country course Above: Contestants, including the CSUSM Women's Cross Country team, line up for the start of the 5K portion of the Cougar Challenge. Right: Seniors, Sergio Gonzalez and Juan Mejia battle for position in the 8K. Photos courtesy ofKyle Trembley, Sports Information Director considered one of the best runners in school history. The CSUSM Women's team took The Cougar 5K/8K Challenge took part in 5K, and had a big presence in over the front end of campus Saturday, the top ten. Morgan Sjogren finished and though the stakes were not particu- fourth with a time of 18:21, Jessica larly high, the competition was fierce. Sandoval finished sixth with a time The race, which was a part of the USA of 18:31, and Whitney Patton finished Track and Field Dirt Dog Cross Country eighth with a time of 18:38. series, was not an official NAIA event, The CSUSM Men's team ran in the so the results did not affect the official 8K, and standout senior, Juan Mejia scores or rankings. finished impressively in first place The race was open to the public for with a time of 24:57. Just four secparticipation. Nearly 200 took part in onds back in second place was senior, the event, with the 5K kicking off at Sergio Gonzalez. Former CSUSM 9:00 and the 8K starting at 9:45. runner, Jesse Armijo finished third Former CSUSM runner, Anne- with a time of25:06. Marie Byrne took first place in the CSUSM Cross Country travels to 5K with a time of 17:40. Byrne, who Fresno for the NAIA Regionals* on graduated in the spring of 2006, was Nov. 3. BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer �Nominations begin for The President's Award for Innovation in Teaching Conservative movement IslamoFascism Awareness Week passes S tudents given o pportunity t o recognize innovate p rofessors BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer excellence. The deadline for the Outstanding Contributions to Student SucFor anyone who knows a fac- cess Award is this Friday, Nov. 2. ulty member that goes above and A selection committee is curbeyond, now is the time to put rently in place consisting of last that thought into action. Nomina- year's awardee, a faculty member tions for two faculty awards are chosen by the President, one currently open to Cal State San member of the Academic Senate Marcos students. Executive Committee, one acaThe President's Award for Inno- demic administrator, and a stuvation in Teaching relies solely on dent selected by Associated Stustudent nominations. The inten- dent Inc. The committee will tion of the award is to encourage review all nominations and make faculty to find new ways of teach- at least two nominations to the ing that impact a student's ability President by Dec. 7 and in turn, to learn and have interest in the the President will make the final subject. decisions. President Haynes will Last year's recipient was Col- make the award announcements lege of Business Administration on Dec. 10. Professor, Dr. Soheila Jorjani. "It Commenting on the continued felt wonderful. I love teaching so benefits of the award, Dr. Jorjani that by itself is a big award. The added, "It has given me even more nomination by a student "and win- energy to go forward! I demand ning the award was doubly excit- excellence from my students and I ing and gratifying!" Said Jorjani. challenge them to be independent The President's Award for Out- and intelligent thinkers. They standing Contributions to Stu- always rise up to this challenge dent Success is new this year and and with this award they have told opens for nominations from stu- me they appreciate my style." Students should take full advandents, faculty and program directors. The award looks to recognize tage of opportunities to recognize temporary or part time faculty effective teaching methods. In members who contribute to stu- pointing out what works, other, dent learning encourage student faculty members can also learn diversity and promote academic from their nominated colleagues. Additionally, no respect holds greater significance than the appreciation of a student to their teacher. British author Gladys Bronwyn Stern once said, "Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone." The President's Awards are the best opportunity students have each year to honor faculty members in a big way. In lieu of the upcoming Thanksgiving season, it is important to not only be thankful for faculty members that enable student success but also to make that gratitude a public affair. To vote for The President's Award for Innovation in Teaching, e-mail the Office of President Karen Haynes via Carol Bonomo at cbonomo@csusm. edu. The deadline for the Innovation in Teaching Award is Friday, Nov. 9. Nominations should include how the proposed faculty member displays innovative ways of teaching and how these ways help the student retain knowledge. For complete criteria of both awards and information on the nomination process, visit President Haynes' website at www. csusm.edu/president. Islamo-Fascism Awareness Week was held Oct. 22 to 26. The David Horowitz Freedom Center organized and promoted the event in conjunction with conservative student organizations across the United States. The intent of Islamo-Fascism Awareness week was for conservative groups to inform the American student population of what the David Horowitz Freedom Center calls the "two Big Lies." These lies, according to The Terrorism Awareness Project website (http://www.terrorismawareness.org), are, "George Bush created the war on terror and that Global Warming is a greater danger to Americans than the terrorist threat." The Terrorism Awareness Project also stated the purpose of the protest is to "rally American students to defend their country." 200 universities and colleges across the United States participated in the event, including Palomar College. CSUSM initially appeared on the list of participating campuses but was later removed. When asked why the Terrorism Awareness Project removed Cal State San Marcos, among other schools, from the list, a representative from the group declined to comment on the matter. The events included keynote speakers, panels on oppression of women, showings of Suicide Killers, Obsession, or Islam: What the West Needs to Know and the ABC mini-series The Path to 9/11, a petition encouraging students to claim their allegiance, and a memorial service for the victims of terrorist attacks. There will also be a petition "denouncing Islamo-Fascist violence against women, gays, Christians, Jews and non-religious people." In response to the event the Muslim Public Affairs Council instructs Muslim students to do the following: "demonstrate Islamic ethics and restraint, support free speech, not respond, contact campus administration, talk to other student groups, report hate crimes and incidents." They also provided workshops for students under the banner, "Truth Over Fear: Countering Islamophobia." The MPAC pamphlet provided to help Islamic students navigate through the demonstrations states, "programs such as Islamo-Facism Awareness Week (IFAW) seek to isolate and divide communities, thereby dislodging their place as contributing members of society." Cougar Watch, keeping an eye on the campus community University Police Qepaitme^^ Based on the past nine mon|hs, according to Chief of Police, ¿Ronald J Hackenberg, Part I - On Oct. 16, 200&, University crimes are projected to rise about Police introduced the Cougar , 50%, The Chief pointed out, that Watch program, o$e of several as the population on campus is new projects the! department rapidly growing, now is the time planned for CSUSM. The new to do some strategic planning f or program is all part of a goal for | preventing crime to maintain a building a safe community by | safe campus. In previous years, utilizing positive communication f 2003-2006, CSUSM Part i crime throughout the campus. Mem- rates were some of the lowest bers of me department served ; scores in the state, and consisbarbeque to the campus while tently decreasing. informing students ¡^bout the pro- | UPD is offering weekly meetI ings for campus community tp gram. Cougar Watch is similar to i stay proactively informed about neighborhood watch programs, the police department and things and is one method UPD is using individuals can do to keep the to counter act a projected rise in * campus safe. At the meetings, 1 they plan to discuss themes Part I crimes in 2007. BY PAMELA CASTILLO Pride Staff Writer mtâMMppM |(y i f j ) assisted SD Sheriff Dept, M h a s exual a s s a y ! 0) r'Sl l l l Û Û ^ilp^l. A partdr^pe program to increa|e c a m p u s sajety such as finger printing, personal of the Emergency notification weapons like pepper spray, hate System. In order to receive text messages in the event of an emercrimes, and travel safety. For staff, faculty, and students gency, students, staff, and faculty that can't make the weekly meet- can register his/her cell phone ings: UPD encourages the campus number by going to ,http://www^ to remain aware of surroundings, isusm.edu/ep/ lock your vehicles, and make use | In recent events, UPD is said to of the evening safety escort pro- have benefited from the Cougar gram. At the debut event, offi- Wateh • program: — Within— cers encouraged the audience to pagt few weeks,- several Honda call UPD when something does vehicle crimes liave taken place not seem right, and program the on* campus. According t o Chief UPD number into your cell, 760- Hackenberg, thanks to the many 750-4567. "If it turns out to be a eyès on campus, on Oct. 17 offifalse alarm* all you'll get from cers believe they located a susus is a thank you," said Hacken- pebt m the l îbndà casés. During a routine traffic violaberg. For situations not in progress, there is also e-mail, cougar- tion stop on Barham, the driver and passenger fled the vehicle. watch@csusm.edu. UPD also announced the start Officers chased one suspect in a foot pursuit running past the UVA, Cesar Chavez circle, up the stairs, and through the Arts building. Student bystanders facilitated officers by pointing which direction the suspect ran. In spite of a manhunt including canine units and a helicopter, one of the suspects evaded arrest. UPD and SD S heriffs are continuing the investigation. Chief Hackenberg stated in a campus-communication email, "University Police wish to thank those students that enthusiastically pointed out the location of the fleeing suspect to pursuing officers, and those students who called in to provide helpful information." m |f •:00P.M. >n. Officers [Burglary, In Parking lot 8 a n unknown s uspect forcibly •in e ntered a white Honda Civic, t he P romiTOnil îiptex, a nd Btote a H o n d | t uning^-* nor in ( U p o n : computer, jumper hatfiess* ï Slo tire without rim* dtriv&f$ further investigation, officers W toaè, M illtarylD^ a nd g as [card. Estimate of d amages is tem* : ip of the week: ifw shaft noibeg tkerm<$wà$ mce 1 0 / 3 / 0 7 1 2 : 3 0 R WL Liability report: An injury occurred in COUGAR WATCH mm g ¡l§§ KEEPING AN EYE ON THE U! (6) 7057 70 5- 6 4 �Chargers please San Diego in emotional 35-10 victory CSUSM women's soccer headed to playoffs BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer In a game that was almost not played in San Diego, the Chargers took over Qualcomm and boosted the morale of 60,439 fans; even if it was for only four hours. As San Diego County was being ravaged by the w ildfires, Qualcomm Stadium was being used to facilitate over 10,000 evacuees. A fter some 45 Chargers employees, including around 24 players were displaced f rom their homes Monday, the Chargers were forced to board a plane to Arizona to cary on with the week's practice schedule. When the Los Angeles L akers a nnounced the cancellation on Tuesday of t heir a nnual p reseason game in San Diego t hat was scheduled f or Thursday, the idea of the C hargers r eturning home seemed d oubtful. The Chargers faced similar circumstances in 2003, when their Monday night game against the Dolphins was moved to Sun Devil Stadium in Arizona due, ironically enough, to Qualcomm being used as an evacuation center for the Cedar Fire. Arizona and Los Angeles were speculated for the relocation of the The #6 ranked CSUSM women's soccer team is headed to its first ever playoff appearance Wednesday, as the Cougars face off against the #3 ranked Concordia Eagles in the first round of the NAIA Region II playoffs on Wednesday. The game is at Concordia at 1:00pm. This is only the second season of women's soccer at CSUSM, and with only four seniors, the playoff berth shows plenty of potential. In a press release from the university, coach Ron Pulvers said, "For our young team, this is going to be a great opportunity to get experience in a playoff setting." The Cougars will look to capitalize on the skills of senior defender, Annica Perez who was the October 2007 women's soccer athlete of the month. This match-up may look familiar to the Cougars, who faced Concordia on September 8th, in a fatigued game that ended up being the worst CSUSM loss of the season. One day earlier the Cougars played #1 ranked Azusa Pacific, losing by a score of 0-1. This time the Cougars will be well rested due to the cancelation of their final regular season game, against La Sierra University on Sunday. The Cougars finished the season with a 6 -6-4 record, coming down the stretch with two tough ties at Cal State San Bernardino and Cal Poly Pomona. game, as well as Oakland, Seattle, and Fresno. With the n umbers of e vacuees s teadily d ropping as the week p rogressed, the f ocus soon s hifted on d istinct p ossibility of the game a ctually b eing played at Q ualcomm. San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders announced late Thursday that the stadium would be ready and capable to host the game, stating "The City will be able to provide s ufficient public safety personnel to manage a professional football game without impeding ongoing w ildfire recovery e fforts." The team returned to San Diego Friday morning allowing time for players and staff to return to their homes-all of which still standing. Throughout the week's tribulations, the Chargers managed to stay focussed for their match-up with the Houston Texans en route to their third consecutive victory; 35-10. The Chargers got the p arty started with 5:49 l eft in the f irst quarter with a Philip Rivers to Antonio Gates 49 yard crowd-pleasing touchdown reception. Later in the f irst, Chargers cornerback, Antonio Cromartie recovered a Bryan Pittman fumble and took it to the house, pushing the Chargers lead to 14-0. Houston got on the board early in the second quarter with a Kris Brown 40-yard field goal. Antonio Gates made the highlights again with a 31 yard touchdown reception to the l eft. Antonio Cromartie followed soon a fter with an interception f rom Houston quarterback, Matt Schaub that was returned for a 70 yard touchdown. Philip Rivers got the newly acquired wide receiver, Chris Chambers involved with a 14 yard touchdown pass near the two minute mark in the second quarter. The Chargers took a 35-3 lead into h alftime, and needed nothing more f rom the o ffense to secure the victory. The Chargers won by a score of 35-10, in a game that brought out the best of the Chargers in the midst of a crisis throughout the county. "It was kind of like a win for the San Diego Chargers, but at the same time it was a win for San Diego itself," said Gates a fter the game. The victory improved the Chargers record to 4-3, putting the in a tie for f irst place in the AFC West with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chargers travel to Minnesota next Sunday to face the Vikings at 10:00 a.m. on CBS. Mens Sept. 24 CSUDH • Carson 1-6 L Oct. 12 Chapman Oct. 13 Southern Wesleyan Oct. 19 CSUSB Woodward ü ¡ at W a y n e ËLWisccMisfri r ys : 1-3 L 0-2 L Womens IJannëhl : 2-0 W Oct. 21 Cal Poly Pomona at 3-0 W r ] Sept. Oct. Oct. Oct. 24 7 10 12 C SUDH-Carson Cal Lutheran La Sierra Chapman 0-3 L 1-1 2-0 W 1-0 W Oct. 19 CSUSB Oct. 21 Cal Poly Pomona w mm mformatm m www.csum.i 3-3 T 1-1 T �FEATURES THE PRIDE X J L J X The Lost Boys of Sudan Renowned author Benjamin Ajak shares his story of survival BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer On multiple occasions in the past few weeks, Cal State San Marcos hosted several distinguished guests of various backgrounds to speak to students, faculty, and staff on a variety of topics. Last week was no different as Sudanese native Benjamin Ajak visited CSUSM on Oct. 16 and 17, bringing with him an unrivaled story of survival and triumph of the human will. From a village of mud brick to a sprawling city of steel and concrete, Benjamin Ajak traveled tens of thousands of miles in his 14-year exodus from his war torn home of Sudan. Benjamin is most famous for "They Poured Fire on us From the Sky", a book he co-authored with cousins Benson and Alephonsion Deng and mentor Judy A. Bernstein. The book documented their accounts as part of nearly 20,000 displaced and orphaned Sudanese refugees popularly referred to as "The Lost Boys of Sudan." With the help of the International Rescue Committee, Benjamin Ajak and thousands of other "Lost Boys" resettled across the United States. En route to San Diego, Benjamin's flight was diverted to Canada due to the attacks of September 11, 2001. He finally arrived in San Diego two weeks later. Of the few things Benjamin brought with him from Africa, his unquestionable passion for learning and education accompanied him throughout his various travels. Sharing his experiences, Benjamin spent two days on campus, kept busy by a dense itinerary involving class visits, book signings, and an address before an audience of students, faculty, staff, and community members. In one such engagement, Benjamin took the time to respond to questions from students with topics ranging from the Sudan People's Liberation Army to favorite educational experiences in the United States. One student asked Benjamin how he felt in his first encounter with a lion, to which Benjamin responded, "Living with the lion is not scary for us...because we live in the jungle." Another student asked Benjamin if he misses anything from his life in Africa. "Yes, I miss a whole bunch," replied Benjamin. "I miss a whole lot of friends." Despite the seriousness ofhis story, Benjamin's lighthearted demeanor throughout the discussion carried over to the audience, who laughed along with his stories. In keeping with the tone of the discussion, one student jokingly asked, "some men in the village had many wives, are you bummed out that in America you can only have one?" Of his father's eight wives, Benjamin's mother had 13 children of which only himself and his brother survived the civil war in Sudan. Prior to becoming a full time speaker, Benjamin worked as a truck driver and has been to all of the lower 48 states. Benjamin plans to continue to visit schools and other organizations to share his story and insight with others. V J — T u e s d a y , October 30, 2007 In today's technology The iPod Touch BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer If you thought Apple had finally hit the ceiling when it comes to must-have gadgets this year, think again. The iPod Touch has just been released on the market and is being hailed as iPhone's hip, retro baby brother. Here are the basics - there are two models available— an 8GB and a 16GB respectively starting at $299. So then the question people should ask themselves is "why should I get my hands on this neat little device?" It's justifying to know Apple is getting all the praise it deserves, especially for all the Apple owners. On that same token, is there anyone that can stop them at this point? The lingering m m m m m mm m mmmmmamm question remains whether this sleek, little MP3 player is a must have. How does it compare to the iPhone that is already been on the market for 4 months? The answer is simple having the iPod Touch is like owning a Cadillac when you're actually driving a Buick. Had the iPod Touch been released before the iPhone, it would have been the device that launches Apple into the upper stratosphere of technical mastery. Witbfthat said, here are 5 tips about the iPod touch: Get your web applications. From checking Facebook to creating personal calendars to checking personal email, Apple has created a link enabling users to download vital web applications. It is a good idea since it integrates well with the already user-friendly touch screen browser. And speaking of web browsers... Try to figure out Safari. Sure the melius on the device move fiuidly, but that doesn't mean people will figure out the web browser in a day. Safari is touted by Apple as a great tool to use to check out the web, but it is unable to support Flash or Java. Still, it is awesome to check out clips off of YouTube wherever you go. Buy a gel skin. The gadget can be probable to survive a hurricane but that doesn't mean it still shouldn't have some snazzy protection to prevent those inevitable h h h b b i h m b b drops. Check out gelaskins.com for some stylish skins that are both artsy and fun. Skins are available for older models too. Pause a song or adjust the volume while locked. This m m m^ m m m m iS probably going m m am m m m to be looked at as a drawback to the more traditional iPod owners who are accustomed to a click wheel for volume control. Simply double-tap the home button and the volume control, back, next, and pause/play controls will come to your screen. Don't like the icons? Well change them. It's hard tofixwhat already seems to look so good. The Playlists, Artists, Songs, Albums and More buttons can be customized to look anyway you like. Just what Grandpa wanted. The design means more to younger folks than to the tech-impaired. With intentions of bridging the technological gap, the user friendly navigation, gorgeous visuals, and bright menus are fused so that grandparents can rock out to their great rock and roll icons. "...having the iPod touch is like owning a Cadillac when you're actually driving a Buick." CLASSIFIEDS "Loolrng to hire iodividiial to wnte a weekly cohimn an "toforiilation iedh&ology* itsfy^^ip^m^otmjK>tentkl E-m&ü: * jfunmnsky@cesdtramiBg.com >hare t he news with you. joining the NCTD line up o f BREEZE buses, COASTER trains a nd other fransli services will be the SPRINTER liofht rail trains beginning " ^operations later this year. With a station conveniently located on campus a t Cal State San Marcos, we're expecting you i . .._..to„k^.M Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA is hirmg a PT Youth Sports I Supervisor $9.00 - $11 .OÖ/hour. Visit ccke.ymca.org. Call Kate Fomaca at 760-942-9622 xlOOB. if you would like to put m a classified, contact our advertising department atpride_ads@CM4sm.edu Stufe AtowgL EsM mmmmmmmmmmm^mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Wednesday, October 24 10:00am -2:00pm Forum Plaza (In front of the Library) Study. Abroad Information Meetings In the O ffice of Global Education in Craven 3 200 Monday, November 5 a t 12 Noon Business and German language study. Meet Prof. Gilbert Girard from Reutlingen University, Germany. Tuesday, November 6 a t 12 Noon Learn about CSV International Programs Applications now available - Due February 1 NORTH COUNTY T R A N S I T DISTRICT Global Education • CSU San Marcos • Craven Hall 3200*PH 760.750.4090 qoabroad@csusm.edu* www.csusm.edu/global/studyabroatl.hfan �THE PRIDE Tuesday, October 30, 2007_ Il I I Î 1 íASI Alternative SpringBreak ¡\. B í Pü liversityHour • 'Ärkstein Halt Semaibns, Cotons and University fy&f;i w rm R o o m 1 02 «b;..* JÉ?-if §p| ÉÍM T^ IP rM n tmJmmm f CS* \ 9 ? í T hursday N ov. 1 JH^ - In f ée Executive's ixecutive speffilrBarbara Bry, CEO, Blackbird Ventures 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. Markstein Hall Room 125. Community World Literary Series featuring K Silem Mohammad 7 p.m. Clarke JgJiJ[ouse GrandSalon. •t I BBBMBBBI submissions to pride@csusm.edu ATTN: Calendar of Events) Ms I UniversitvVoice visit The Pride ONLINE THE CSUSM Receive the email edition Student Polls Comment on stories Be notmed of breaking news Do you have a question you would like answered? Submit it to The Pride by emailing it to pride@csusm.edu with the subject "University voice'1 �A place to be who you are CSUSM's LGBTA encourages acceptance and tolerance BY BREANNE CAMPOS Pride Staff Writer Each wedding partner opened my eyes to what individuals have to feel each day by not being accepted in sociAs students know, throughout the ety. month we interview organizations and Lovelace said LGBTA had clubs to give readers a look into individ- previous issues with possible ual groups on campus. This week, I was hate crimes. In 2005/2006 very fortunate to have the pleasure of an LGBTA banner that interviewing Josh Lovelace, co-president was placed on campus was of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transsexual stolen; they tried to regisStudents and Allies (LGBTA). ter a hate crime, but there LGBTA was founded in 2002 and has was no hard evidence of been running for five years. Currently hate. It was stolen a second there are 40 students enrolled and it is time. Now the students were predicted to increase over the next couple debating on putting cameras to of years. watch the banner. LGBTA's main motive is of two fold. Finally students and staff The first is to provide a support network found others who were just as for LGBTA students in hopes of stu- passionate as they were dents learning and appreciating their self about this crime and worth: The second is campus education. decided to create LGTBA's goal is to see society change. a safe place The organization hosted numerous activ- for students ities on campus. Even with Last spring, for example, LGBTA cre- t h o s e ated a wedding ceremony right on campus h a r d during University hour. At first your eyes s h i p s are deceived when you see two women u nder and two men walking down the aisle. Half t h e i r way through the ceremony, the religious b e l t ; leader screams "I can't marry or autho- Lovelace rize same sex marriage, it's not right." As said he he storms off, each wedding partner says is amazed a speech on current issues today in soci- and blessed ety associated with the hardship of same he is with the sex marriages to children being adopted organization and by a so called "Gay" family. the students. Website Of The Week Photo illustration by Jason Encabo/The Pride Have your laptop in class? Click on this B ackpackit.com m akes it easy t o organize class n otes, study g roufp^nd m ore BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer For students who take lecture notes on laptops, the standard word processor may provide adequate capabilities for simply maintaining its namesake: word processing. While there are numerous web-based solutions that aid in the process of organizing and maintaining notes and documents, such as Google Docs, but none stand out more than Backpack. Backpack, which can be found at backpackit.com, provides one of the most comprehensive ways to stay organized on the web. The note taking functionality of Backpack is merely an attribute to the host of features offered in the Backpack Suite. Backpack takes an innovative approach to organization, utilizing the basic design principles of a standard personal website, while offering users effortless data entry under five categories; list, note, file, picture, or writeboard. 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From taking notes, to creating lists, to planning events, Backpack is at the front ^ of the pack when it comes to a ^ simple and comprehensive solution for organization. �From FIRES, page 1 Of the 23 fires identified in Southern California, San Diego 1500 homes and scorching nearly County harbored two of the larg370,000acres ofSan Diego Coun- est fires, and seven other smaller ty's land. Powered by unusually fires. The names of the nine fires powerful Santa Ana winds, Cali- that affected San Diego County fornia experienced arguably its are (in order of severity): The wocst series of flies in its history Witch Fire, the Harris Fire, The Poomacha Fire, The Rice Fire, last week. The Horno/Ammo Fire, the Wilcox Fire, the Cajon Fire, the McCoy Fire, and the Coronado Hills Fire. As of Oct. 29 Cal Fire reports all but the Witch, Harris, and Poomacha fires are 100% contained. Cal State San Marcos and nearby residents felt the heat in a close encounter with the shortlived Coronado Hills Fire. Many students living near campus awoke early Monday morning to the sight offlamesand the sound of sirens on South Twin Oaks Valley Road. Only claiming 300 acres, fire fighters quickly snuffed out the Coronado Hills fire by late Monday afternoon, lifting mandatory evacuations for residences near CSUSM and San Elijo Hills. The proximity of the fire coupled with extremely poor air quality forced CSUSM to close its doors for the remainder of the week. Classes resumed on Monday, Oct. 29. The latest figures place the number of people in Southern California displaced by the firestemporarily or permanently-at 950,000. Residents of San Diego County account for roughly 640,000 of those the fire displaced. Devastation of the scale caused by these fires has evoked comparisons to Hurricane Katrina, the last major disaster to draw national attention of the same caliber given to Southern California over the past week. San Diego County Sheriff Bill Kolender said the number of victims evacuated as a result of thesefireshas exceeded the number of victims evacuated from New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. Early on Sheriff Kolender predicted, "This fire will probably be the worst this county has ever seen-worse than the Cedar Fire," prophetic words that would resound through much of the week. Whether or not the cumulative damage of these fires in San Diego County exceeds that of the Cedar Fire remains to be seen. See F IRES, page 9 Left Smoke from the Witch Creek Fire looms over the Carmel MountainI Rancho Bernardo area. Bottom: The Coronado Hills fire threatens CSUSM and nearby residences as firefighters coordinate efforts on S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd early Monday morning. Photos by Ben Roffee/The Pride �THE PRIDE ±> L/VV O NJEWS Tuesday, October 30, 2007 Above: Santa Ana winds uproot a large tree in Rancho Bernardo. Middle left: Fires approach one of the hardest hit neighborhoods in Rancho Bernardo, Westwood. Middle right: Some of the first to arrive at the Mira Mesa evacuation late Sunday night. Bottom: Traffic moves slow on Interstate 5 North near Del Mar and Solana Beach under a blanket of smoke from the approaching Witch Creek Fire. see relief efforts in the region. Unlike the Cedar Fire, the hanPresident Bush visited San dling of the various fires in San Diego on Oct. 25,2007 to survey Diego County and across Souththe destruction. At a press con- ern California has met praise ference in Rancho Bernardo, the from the media, government offiPresident stated, "To the extent cials, and citizens alike. This that people need help from the time around, a multitude of facfederal government, we will help. tors and response mechanisms I am here, really, to piake sure that contributed to a smoother hanthe federal hand-in- dling of the crisis. One of the most critical tools giove with what the Governor has put to use was the newly implebeen doing." Later on in the day, President mented "Reverse 911" system, a Bush declared before Escondido communications tool used to rapresidents, "We're not going to idly send evacuation notifications forget you in Washington, D.C." to residents in endangered areas. Hasty responses by local and After declaring an official state of emergency, President Bush state government also played a sent Director of Homeland Secu- vital role in mitigating some of rity Paul Chertoff and head of the damage. Within hours of the FEMA R. David Paulison to over- start of the Witch and Harris fires From FIRES, page 8 on, Governor Schwarzenegger efforts of fire fighters and police had officially declared a state of meshed seamlessly. Additionally, newly renewed emergency for Sail Diego County as well as for the counties of Los legislation proved to be indisAngeles, Orange, Riverside, San pensable in efforts to contain Bernardino, Santa Barbara and the fires „and restore infrastrucVentura. By the next day, Gover- ture. Earlier this month,- Govnor Schwarzenegger was on loca- ernor Schwarzenegger extended * tion, visiting evacuation centers, the expiration of the Emergency holding press conferences, and Management Assistance CompàlK ( WA^^^f^^ffgûih^ evaluating r ecoVefyîîeedsf^^ As many San Marcos residents 1564, an agreement authorizing witnessed, the swift and over- the California government to whelming response to the Coro- cooperate and coordinate with nado Hills fire was indicative of neighboring states during catathe degree of cooperation seen strophic events, allowing for the across Southern California as the sharing of emergency response resources as necessary.* The presence of fire fighters from several nearby states reinforced the overall containment effort alreàdy spread thin across many fronts. iPr ^ "I have spent the past several days toufiiig the wildfires all over southern California and the damage is overwhelming," i aid ë dÎeM^SeîîwlS^énê^^ earlier this week. "As leaders of this state, we have an obligation to put aside partisan differences and address how we can work together to help our citizens recover from this tragedy." �CSUSM shaken by evacuation, losses Many have returned home, but some were not so lucky BY VIRIDIANA PACHECO-JSAAC Pride Staff Writer When CSUSM student, Zenia Zambrano, woke up early last Monday morning, she did not expect n6r understand the commotion happening outside her San Marcos apartment. She had been woken up by one of her roommates who told her to look outside—she could not believe her eyes. What she saw foreshadowed the long week ahead for many San Diego residents who had to evacuate their homes—many to never see them again—due to the many fires that threatened and took much of San Diego County. "The first thing I saw was a guy outside my roommate's window," said Zambrano. "He kept yell- ing, 'Don't worry about it, just get out.' One of my roommates thought she saw one of the apartments burning down and as soon as we stepped outside we saw all the cars trying to leave" Zambrano is one of many students living at Prominence Community right next to campus. The Apartment community holds more than 550 apartments with more students than families or elderly living there, said Thomas Peterson, Leasing Agent at Prominence. "[Between] late Sunday and early Monday we witnessed a fire on the hillside in back of the complex," said Peterson. "It was not a major threat, but just to be on the safe side we started to tell people." Peterson said the evacuation was not mandatory, but the majority of people who decided to evacuate left Monday around 2 a.m., although some stayed until Wednesday, and some decided to stay. The apartment community counts on 24-hour security, which was responsible for knocking on doors and informing people, as well as monitoring how close the fires got, he said. Zambrano and her roommates, like many residents there,fledthe apparent danger and found shelter at a friend's home in the area. "I had no idea what was going on," she said. "Everyone was honking their horns because I guess there was no time to call everyone because there are so many apartments. In that moment I just grabbed whatever I could. I took shoes and stuff for work, as well as my purse which at that time had my credit cards and birth certificate." She said she started trying to exit the gate community but was afraid they were not going to be able to get out. Once out and on the road she saw the fires burning on Coronado Hill up closer. "I saw the fires from my car, where you could see a view of the campus and the apartments," she said. "It looked like lava coming down." While Peterson stressed the traffic trying to leave was not chaotic— the complex has the front exit as well as an emergency exit through the back—the worst of the rush was early Monday morning. He said the fire was put out quite rapidly, and by the end of the week people began returning to their homes. But not everyone was so fortunate. CSUSM student and Pride Layout Editor Nick Strizver was one of many whose family lost Left: John strizver looks on as an insurance agent crouches down, examining the rubble. Below: Janice Strizver picks out dishes from the debris at her house in Ramona. Bottom: A picket fence stands untouched next to a collapsed house. Photos by Nick Strizver / The Pride B I ^ViiTfSL. --róft nmiiafflMM ^ ìÉfir ~-. �THE PRIDE NEWS Tuesday, October 30, 2007 Wildfire recovery resources for students HEALTH & COUNSELING •Any students in need of medical assistance òr counseling can go t o Student Health and Counseling Services at 120 Craven Road at the Sari Marcos Ambulatory Care Center. | •Hours of Operation: $:Ò0 a.m. to j 4:45 pjsu, Mon&ay through Friday. 1 l «Cali 760-750-4015 to schedule . j appointments. General •Contact Dean of Students Office, Craven Hall 3600,760-750-4935 for any questions regardingstudent resources, semester with<kaw«lsand course withdrawals. j . / ..] C omputers •Laptop computer checkouts extended t o 2 4 l l l l l first come first •Conta^tBÜLWard at 760-750-4791 I II computing needs due ;esfromfires; •Go t o (SSUSM f oundation Bookstore about borrowing textbooks for the rest of the semester. Financial Aid * ^r ^ •Visit Cougar Central in Craven Hall ' IWrdFIoor for flnancialaid, student . • fees a nd^&dent records information. •Special Emergency Loan Program ; H for Students available u p to a . ~ v . ^ . J £ Based Loau Programs also available year rounds. ;.. .'„ •Contact Student -Life .and Leadershi ofiieeÄ^Hi^^: edü/sli/housihÄ<ÄÄm ' ^vi- •Seé-Crash Board" tö view a miable housing. VOLUNTEERING: •Any students interested in vdltmte&i work to Itelp those affected by San Leonard at S58-M2-G849 o r . .| Additional information for any students, | faculty or staff affected by wildfires available begitming 8 a^jn.f«esday at resource tables located in front of University Hall across i j from main entrance to Starbucks and the Library;) �OPINION THE PRIDE Students affected by the fires: From Nick Strizver, Pride layout editor I was at CSUSM working on designing the latest issue of The Pride when I was called by my brother at around 2:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. He was the first to tell me of the Witch / 78 fire that was at that time burning in between Santa Ysabel. I decided to leave school and go back to my house on the western edge of the Ramona city limit. Driving to the Pomerado Road exit on the 1-15, I was met with a wall of thick smoke blowing westward. Reaching my house, I quickly went to work clearing additional brush and other vegetation around our house. After we did as much as we could do, I returned to school after telling my dad to call me if I needed to come back home. After reaching school around 7:30 p.m. and working about 30 or 40 minutes, I received another call from my dad, calling me back home. As I drove south along the 1-15 by the North County Fair mall, I could see the flames off in the east. By the t ime! got home, my mom was already gathering photo albums and other irreplaceable items. I went through my room, gathering only three days worth of clothes, pictures, childhood mementos and not much else. By 11:00 p.m. we left our house in three vehicles. My dad stayed behind with our last vehicle, despite our attempts to convince him to leave. We took Highland Valley Road going west towards Escondido / Rancho Bernardo. With traffic, it took about 20 minutes to get to Pomerado Road when normally it takes only 10 minutes. Just before Pomerado Road, we encountered an overturned motor-home, blocking part of the road. We went to my brother's fiancée's house in Poway off of Espola Road. We were there only minutes before the power temporarily shut off. Taking into account the smoke, extreme wind Church's Influence on Sports The Good, the Bad and the Worse BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer After a week of sitting on my butt watching Fire Storm 2007 and working everyday at Island's caring to those looking for a brief escape. It is time to talk about the good the bad and the worse in sports this week. . First we will talk about the good. The number one story around the United States this week was the fires in California. But with hundreds of thousands being forced to evacuate their homes and businesses, San Diego residents were able to find shelter at Qualcomm Stadium. Now with thefiresstill pushing some residents to remain evacuated and others losing everything, San Diego is being forced to move on once again. And the first step to moving forward was the decision by mayor Jerry Sanders to allow the Chargers to play their home game in San Diego. Now San Diego will be showing to the world how strong of a community we are as the Chargers will be one of the many healing processes for the commu- nity as a whole. While all this was going on here at home, the World Series was underway and it was bad. Game one was a blow out. A 13-1 victory for the Boston Red Sox was the last thing that I wanted to watch. The Red Sox just proved to that Red Sox Nation that they are the real thing, which is really bad as they can now rule the league as they dominated teams all season long and have done so again this postseason. Now the Red Sox are making their stand and will more than likely win their second title of this century, which will be one more than the Yankees who last won a championship in 2000. But with the tides turning in favor of the Red Sox, it is only a matter of time before the Yankees go and buy young talent instead of the washed up team they are putting on the field now. The first step is resigning A-Rod for $40 million a year as he is going to be keep the price of YES network in near a billion instead of half that without him. Finally there is the ugly. And there is nothing uglier than Kobe Bryant and his "trade demand". Here is the problem with this situation. Kobe Bryant is desperate to leave LA after he requested that the Lakers "make a move or trade me" remarks at the beginning of the summer. Now Kobe isfindinghimself in a tough situation as he will need to make a decision. He wants to leave the second biggest basketball market or will he do the right thing and stay with the Lakers and play out his contract and when the time comes he can do what A-Rod is doing and opt out of his contract for more money. But for the time being, Kobe needs Jerry Buss the same way Buss needs Kobe. But with the Lakers developing young players instead of getting key marquee players to support Kobe, it is no wonder why Kobe wants out of the Lakers organization. He wants to win. Comments or questions can be emailed to me at churc009@ csusm.edu or pride@csusm. edu. and possible power failure, we decided to move again. We settled down shortly after midnight near CSUSM off of Rancho Santa Fe Road. I stayed up for another two hours listening the the news on the radio and on TV and calling my dad, continually asking him to leave our house. Around 2:00 a.m. on Monday morning, I heard of an unconfirmed report of a fire near Twin Oaks Valley Road. Driving north on Rancho Santa Fe Road, I caught sight of the flames just after passing San Marcos Boulevard. During the rest of the night, I checked up on the fire several times, heard that my dad got out safely and slept about two or three hours. In the morning, we moved from San Marcos to Lemon grove. Later the day we heard that our house was gone by word of our neighbor who stayed in the neighborhood and weathered out the storm in a concrete bunker he had previously built. Currently we are still staying in Lemon Grove. Some advice that has already been said: If you are in danger err on the side of caution and don't wait until it is too late. Possessions can be replaced whereas your or your loved ones live's can't. Stay safe and my and my family's thoughts and prayers are with you all. Blood, sweat, tears, slight edge me. Times at which the slight edge is more likely to be working against you include midterms, It's time we had a talk about the starting a diet, or right before a massive travel undertaking. slight edge. You may not know it by that Oddly, all of those things are hapterm, but you know about it. To pening this week. The slight edge explain anything properly, one knows. I like to think of it as the scary must start at the beginning, so here we go. No, just kidding. I'll explain Muppet from the Dark Crystal. how things are, starting right now. Albeit, that movie was a little bit of RIGHT NOW: One of our edi- a crack dream, but still. It is a wrintors has ring worm. One had to kly, feathery tiling with a scratchy plan a child's birthday party. voice trying to hold you back from One is out making sure his house the things you most desire. Like a doesn't burn down. One is staring milk shake, or eight solid hours of wild eyed at a computer, hunched sleep, or free drinks on a flight to almost into the screen of a Mac G5. Tahiti. Ahhhh, Tahiti Can you fight the slight edge? One is at home, sicker than sick. I myself feel like I got hit by a bottle No. So the best way to attack it is to of tequila, and I haven't even been do whatever you want. Go get your milkshake. Lay down and grab drinking. The Beer of the Week guy is in those eight hours, morning meetthe ER. I can't figure out how to ings or classes be damned. Press end an article. Half the county is the flight attendant call button to on fire apparently. It's 80 degrees get your margarita before the Tahiti-mobile even takes off. in the middle of fall. Just remember to send me a Perhaps it's bad karma or juju or all those sins I so thoroughly postcard. Unless I'm sitting next enjoyed. No. It's the slight edge, to you on the flight, in which case, and right now, it's going against cheers. BY TORI A SAVEY Pride Staff Writer PrideComics Just For Shiggles C-VvflLuJUtfluAA tets-t c ^ t o vyywt t toWA By Josh Brown By Jenny Bigpond �Top ten scariest movies to watch on Halloween night 1. The Exorcist 2. The Shining 3. The Sixth Sense 4. The Haunting 5. Halloween 6. The Silence Of The Lambs 7. Alien 8. Psycho 9. Nightmare on Elm Street 10. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre WRITERS WANTED Honorable Mention : Night of the Living Dead •GET PUBLISHED «SERVE THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY .BUILD A PORTFOLIO -NO EXPERIENCE NEEDEDTCIJOIN Contact The Pride student newspaper: Come by our staff meeting: Email pride^csusrtLedu Tues / 5:30pm / Craven 3500 What is the law? A weapon to be wielded? Or more than that? A set of tools. A creative approach. A helping profession and collaborative process. Explore the wide scope of the law in a school devoted t o the big picture. C ALIFORNIA W ESTERN S CHOOL O F L AW | S an D i e g o What law school ought to be.™ �A &E T H E P RIDE DROPPING: CD RELEASES By Elbert Esguerra & Toria Savey /Bride Staff Writers ' •C P^ck B lackout /t - . v . Y jBRltNÉyrBPEARS": . % p f f e a à complète mess. But can she J b t p V M ^ ^ I ptìf^geit, "bump the phat I f riot, this album could be her L orst crasti-and-bum §ince...well, her last pash-and-burn? 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The new album, laced (with more electronic synthesizers, gives listeners that same, captivating chill. Essential Tracks: Kingdom, Miracles. b irt Farmer LEVON HELM jAn album choice that will make you popular with all your friend's parents, l-evon Helm of The Band (see Wikipedia) {releases a solo album so anticipated that |t's already a best seller on Amazon.com, proving that even if you haven't released anything for 25 years, you can still outsell the Backstreet Boys. andHigh &as Prices? with a p f e s p i i f BTroff/c. Noproblem Special fi§É I R Veals è ^ for Easy ^ p K ^ t '^u&fkma P i c k u p CSU Parking O ceanside, CA 9 2054 STT-0Í3-3O33 wrww.vesipaoceansiide.com Sales, Rentals, Parts & Service Hours: 7 days a w eek 1 0 A M - 6 PM Students -j^^^^^g^m o and Ia l l o f S o u t h e r n 1 725 S outh Coast H ighway SM Delivery tcfc*|§j California. ISSH �war BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer Gone are the days of going to the store to rent movies. Seeing as DVD's are much more manageable than video cassettes, it was only a matter of time before someone realized you could put them in the mail. Now, instead of having to go to the store for movies, through the services offered by different providers, you can get DVD's right in your mail. I had both of the most popular services, Netflix and in the market and has a share of Netflix users, are greatforseveral reasons. In terms of speed, while Blockbuster ships Blockbuster Online. Having switched back andforthtwice so movies fotrfy last, Netflix is faster on far, I know all about this oligopoly com- delivery. Also a plus for Netflix is their extensive selection. Many movies I have petition. In the beginning, there was Netflix. The only been able to get through Netflix company with the red envelope pioneered either because they are extremely rare the system, being the first to offer DVD's or Blockbuster does not have enough in in the mail. Their system of requesting stock. That being said, Blockbuster has films online and getting them in your its benefits as well. mailbox was revolutionary. The major is the option to return mailed Then came Blockbuster, which saw an DVDs to any Blockbuster store in return Buffalo Bill's Brewery's for a free rental. This bonus provides a chance to get many movies, provided they are available in the store. Netflix has tried to combat this with the opportunity view movies online, which works fairly well. So it boils down to this - if you are not picky about having a wide variety of films, such as foreign and independent, and you frequently find yourself renting movies in store, Blockbuster is for you; but if going to the store is out of your way or if you prefer specialty films, Netflix is your best bet. Boo&Mee Japanese Cuisine P ympyn Ate BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer Fall is in the air. When the sun starts setting earlier and grocery stores begin stocking up on candy and costumes for Halloween I feel the urge to make caramel apples and carve pumpkins. In the spirit of Autumn" I thought that I would sample Pumpkin Ale to experience all the flavors of Fall. One option available for the seasonal sensation is Buffalo Bill's Brewery's Pumpkin Ale. The ale is brewed with baked and roasted pumpkins combined with spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. Some other pumpkin brewers include Post Road, Smuttynose, The Shipyard, Dogfish Head, and Blue Moon. The tradition of brewing pumpkin ales goes back to colonial America. According to money.cnn. com the native pumpkin was chosen as an alternative to British barley and hops. The result was a uniquely Americanflavoredbeer. As I taste the ale the pumpkin flavor seeps slowing into my conscious and leaves a spicy taste lingering. A cool and refreshing beverage paired well with any squash or pumpkin-carving event. For those of you who love pumpkins as much as I do I am sure that this will be something to look forward to every October. For the rest of you - give it a try and you may find something you like about pumpkins. BY JASON ENCABO Pride Staff Writer It's rare to find the combination of great Japanese food and great prices. The best places to get the most bang for your spicy tuna roll are the mom 'n pop restaurants. Not too far from campus is a Japanese restaurant that is tiny in square footage, but can fill a large appetite. Boo & Mee Cafe, located northwest of San Marcos Boulevard and Bent Ave, offers a variety of quality Japanese dishes for moderate prices. Sushi is a true testament to the notion that 'you get what you pay for,' and when you see a roll of sushi priced anywhere from 75 cents to $1.99, you can't help but get suspicious. Keeping with the thought that price reflects quality, for college students looking to step outside of the California roll but unwilling to empty their wallets, Boo & Mee just might be the ideal situation. With a menu consisting of Japanese specialties such as udon, yakisoba, curry, of course sushi, tempura and more, you won't find yourself looking for something that isn't on the menu. Boo & Mee offers rolls of sushi ranging from $2.90 to 9 dollars, offering the standard rolls of tuna, yellowtail, eel and more. They also offer their own specialties such as the Baja California roll, which is a California roll topped in crab and spicy sauce. The restaurant also offers a "pick two combo," where you can choose two dishes from a variety of tempura, teriyaki, sushi, stir f ry and deep fry, for under 6 dollars. These dishes can fill the average appetite, but for the truly hungry, I'd recommend ordering a roll of sushi in addition. Photo by Jason Encabo / The Pride As for the environment of the restaurant, you won't find any fancy paintings on the wall, nor are there golden chop sticks to get your hands on, but don't think that will offset your appetite. With a TV on each end of the restaurant playing The Food Network, along with a random swordfish nailed to the northeast corner of the place, you'll be entertained as your taste buds await your meal. The restaurant from the customer's perspective is a one-man-show, with the sushi chef also acting as host, server and bus boy; the true signs of a mom 'n pop restaurant. From sushi to tempura to fried oysters, Boo & Mee offers a little more than what you pay for, and what the restaurant lacks in fanciness, i t certainly makes up in food quality; �16 A&E TueMav. October 30. 2007 THE PRIDE NDERGRO HIPHOP By Toria Savey I Pride Staff Writer Spoken word hip-hop collective Ill-Literacy comes to campus There are places that are alive with music. People perform on street corners and beats rise out of potholes and drift out of clubs and coffeehouses. Or any place with a roof, a door and a microphone. Those who look hard enough agree that San Diego is one of these locales, with lyrics embedded in its very blueprint, but on Friday night, one didn't have to go into the city to seek the energy. The music came directly to CSU San Marcos. The CSUSM Arts and Lectures Series in conjunction with campus' Kamalayan Alliance (KA) brought spoken-word hiphop collective Ill-Literacy to campus: And Ill-Literacy brought songs that were relatable, hilarious and tragic; an entire world. The evening opened with Irene Castruita, a former member of San Diego's own Los Able Minded Poets, another spoken word collective. Her introduction to her pieces, stating, "I don't call it spoken word, I call it spoken soul because we express our souls," may have made some mem- bers of the audience roll their eyes. However, when minutes seemed to fly as she covered topics like war, truth, poverty and beauty with a mixture of poetry, beats and a cappella singing, skepticism was quickly replace with fascination; Castruita was, in her own words, "singing songs in the key of life." Up next, it was time for the main act. After being announced and welcomed by a member of KA, Ill-Literacy took the stage. The welcome by the KA, while proper, may have been somewhat unnecessary. The group is made of four members who would own the stage whether it was offered to them or not. Reminiscent of many concerts, a single member was sent out to warm up the audience. Slowly, each member of the group came on stage, performing a segment of the opening number, and asking the audience to come with them on a "journey". While there were all sort of influences for the various songs, most involved some form of societal commentary. Ruby Veridiano-Ching called for a return to chivalry and a realizing of one's inner beauty. Adriel Luis, in addition to having the dubious job of being the first one on stage, performed an a mazing piece from the point of view of self-hatred. "Stop trying to find me in everyone else, and maybe, just maybe you can find me in yourself," he spat as he literally jumped around the stage. Dahlak Brathwaite, offered some of the most scathing commentary, beginning his time on stage by announcing that "the club looks nothing like the Yin Yang Twins says it does." Perhaps some of the most powerful moments on stage were during his tonguein-cheek explanation of the usage and ownership of the word "nigga" and its relationship to oppression. Two of the pieces that brought the most laughter and empathy from the audience though came from Nico Cary, the first a "f*ck you list", including everything from conservative politicians to people who had Lunchables and never Keep your ear to the ground Hip-hop albums Have you recently heard someone use the word "participle" while rapping? A verbalflowstrong enough that it defies the separations of verses and choruses? If not, maybe it's time for a little less 50 Cent and a little more Jurassic 5 in your record collection. Welcome to underground hip hop and spoken word. The same beat you love from mainstream hip hop, but the bar for innovation is set significantly higher. Here's a few discs, out of millions of possibilities, to expand your musical knowledge. Gil Scott-Heron The Revolution Will Not Be Televised One of the original beat poets, Scott-Heron was talking about the harsh hopelessness of the ghetto before the word "rap" had even hit social consciousness. The album is from the 1970s, and it sounds like it. The messages contained in it however are ageless, particularly "Whitey on the Moon", about poverty in the ghetto in comparison to the millions spent to put a man on the moon Jurassic Five Power In Numbers Jurassic 5 has definitely moved further towards the mainstream in the years they've been together. The group's sophomore album will take you far from the land of LiP Jon, while still maintaining the contagious beats that draw people to hip hop in the first place. Start with track 7, What's Golden, to have your faith restored in the verbal ability of emcees (the group has 4, and 2 DJs). Jurassic 5 is "sick ofphony mobsters, controlling the dancefloor",and after hearing what hip hop SHOULD sound like, you will be, too. Mos Def & Talib Kweli Black Star The group is composed of Mos Def and Talib Kweli, who each have plenty of albums that could have been included in this list. When the two are combined, they create Black Star, and some ground-breaking rap, more concerned with the state of culture than booty calls. Check out "Thieves in the Night": Not strong, only aggressive, 'cause the power ain t directed/ That 2? why, we are subjected to the will of the oppressive. shared. The second was about his desire to be a revolutionary, but being too bombarded by different types of "revolution" recruiters on the campus of UC Berkeley to decide on a cause, and mocking the inability of each group tofindcommon ground. At the beginning, Adriel announced IllLiteracy's intent to "reawaken a culture". They spoke to the audience, provoking everything from uncontrollable laughter to shouted agreement during statements about society's stumbling blocks. A throw back to beat poets and early DJs more than the violent "gangsta" rap that's become popular, the group showcased hip hop at its finest, exhibiting unbelievable word flow without a single gang shout out or misogynistic reference. Looking around at an auditorium full of wide eyed people hanging on the group's every word, it would seem that IllLiteracy's goal is Well on its way to becoming reality. On Friday night, even if only for a moment, CSU San Marcos was not only awakened, but ignited. Speaking with spoken words Ill-Literacy interview One of the main appeals of Ill-Literacy, in comparison to others in the field of spoken word and hip hop, may be their accessibility, with audience members coming up to them after the show and interacting like long-lost friends. When the flock thinned a little, the Pride had a chance to ask the group a few quick questions. As gleaned from their interaction on stage, the members of Ill-Literacy are friends as much as they're band mates. There was constant laughter, as they gave the same answers and finished each others' sentences. Dahlek: Yeah, we get, what would you say, like withdrawals. Without each other. What's the smallest show you've ever played? Adriel: Man, I think like 6. Probably 6. So would you rather play for six or 1,000? D: Depends. If you get all 6 of those people in, it could be your best show ever. What do you guys do after shows? D: I don't think you can print it. R: (laughter) We usually have dinner. Eat. Celebrate. So how long are you staying? So, two of you are still in (group laughs) college. If you could quit A: We're driving back up tomorrow, and just do this, no tonight (to the Bay Area). degree, would you? R: It's really beautiful here Nico: Oh yeah, definitely. In a though. The ocean and minute. everything. Ruby: Pve already graduated, Finally, what's your drug of and this is what I'm doing full choice? time. I love it. D: Pepsi. Lots of Pepsi. You talk about texting in your N: COFFEE. Coffee, coffee, show. How often do you guys coffee. talk or text each other? R: Definitely music. R: We talk constantly. If it 's not A: People. calling or texting, it's email. N: That's such a typical spoken word thing to say. � 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/. 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XVIII NO. 11 Update on Southern California wildfires With the initial disaster over, the state begins to rebuild BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer More than two weeks ago, Oct. 21, the wildfires that tore through Southern California began their crusade, destroying thousands of homes and forcing hundreds of thousands of residents to evacuate. With the initial state of emergency having dissipated, South- CSUSM steps up emergency preparedness ern California residents and state officials are now moving into a recovery phase. This past week, fire fighters continued battling the remaining flames. As of Thursday, Nov. 1, only the Poomacha and Santiago fires continued to burn in California of the 23 fires that plagued the state less than a week ago. In regards to the two remaining fires, fire officials expected full containment by Nov. 3 and Nov. 4 respectively. With evacuations lifted this past week, homeowners and city officials began assessing damages. In addition to various donations from non-profit organizations to aid victims of thefires,state and local See UPDATE, page 2 ¡¡BMP""* Photo by Nick Strizver / The Pride BlacktudentstudentewUnionfrican-American bommunitysotrong S breathe n life into A comes c ack n campus CSUSM s New off-site emergency notification system enacted BY BENROFFEE Pride Staff Writer The Emergency Management Program at Cal State University San Marcos received its most important upgrade to date on Nov. 5. As part of an effort to provide all possible emergency preparedness resources to students, faculty, and staff, Emergency Management activated the MIR3 IN (Intelligent Notification) system. The system allows students, faculty, and staff to be notified of an emergency through a variety of means. According to an e-mail sent out by the Office of Communications to all students, "MIR3 IN has been thoroughly tested and was scheduled to be implemented last week." The e-mail went on to explain, "Although the wildfires prevented implementation, the need for a comprehensive emergency notification system has been underscored by recent events." Notifications can be sent in the form of SMS text messages, calls to cell phones, and calls to home phones; with users having the ability to choose desired forms of notification based on the information they provide. With this new system, users will be able to update their secure notification contact information online at anytime. Participation in the program is not automatic and is entirely voluntary. For those interested in the program, simply go to the Emergency Management website (http://www.csusm.edu/ep/ Alert) and follow the brief registration instructions. Sherray Blythe leads a group of students in re-establishing Black student organization. BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer For African-American students at Cal State San Marcos, the Black Student Union is the only group devoted to bringing together the African-American community on campus. Until recently, the BSU, a vital resource for an already underrepresented minority at CSUSM, had come to a standstill and ceased to be. However, students at CSUSM have recently mobilized to revive the dormant organization. Lead by Sherray Blythe, the newly restored group held its first meeting on Oct. 17. Blythe, the new BSU president and an active member in several campus organizations, said, "It [BSU] has been up before, but people never went to meetings." Senior, Dominique Younger, characterized the previous CSUSM women's soccer first ever playoff game BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM women's soccer made history Wednesday, as the Cougars defeated Concordia in the first playoff appearance in the program's two-year history. In just the 15th minute, Taylor Ziencina scored from 18-yards out over Concordia goal keeper, Suzanne Torres thanks to an Annica Perez assist, to give the Cougars the early 1-0 lead. In the 52nd minute, Ziencina struck again on a penalty kick. Concordia bounced back, and just three minutes later, scored their only goal of the game, bringing the score to 2-1. The Cougars defense held strong throughout the game, proving to be the guiding light en route to the program's most important win ever. The win meant the Cougars would go up against the #2 ranked Azusa Pacific team that they faced earlier in the season, losing by a score of 1-0. The stage was set for yet another upset Friday, as the Cougars made the trip to Azusa to face a team that was undeSee SOCCER, page 3 attempt at the BSU as "not a financially stable situation." Younger also attributed the previous failure of the BSU to a lack of activity. On Nov. 1, during University Hour, The Pride sat in on the BSU's second meeting this semester to cover the restructuring efforts. With the entire infrastructure of the previous BSU left bare, the first order of business at the Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride meeting was the nomination of willing individuals to fill vacant executive and administrative positions. It was clear f rom the tone set at the meeting that this matter was not something taken lightly by those students in attendance. Candidates were subjected to a host of questions regarding qualifications, previSee BSU, page 2 Cross country team reaches national championship BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer Ranked #3 in the nation, the CSUSM men's cross country team had nearly a month to prepare for the NAIA Region II Championships in Fresno on Saturday. The Cougars patience paid off, as they placed first, punching their ticket to the National Championships. Seniors Juan Mejia and Sergio Gonzalez led the CSUSM pack, much in the way they have done for the majority of the season. Mejia finished third overall with a time of 24:50. Gonzalez finished just five seconds back, with a time of 24:55. The Cougars had a strong showing from senior transfer, Sean Brosnan, who finished 12th overall with a time of 25:31. Freshmen, Alex Guaderama and Patrick Fitzgerald had strong showings in the middle of the pack that were key to the overall victory. Guaderama and Fitzgerald ran side by side for much of the race, as Guaderama crossed the finish line See CROSS COUNTRY, page 3 �T HE#PMDE EDITORIAL STAFF EDITOR IN CHIEF JASON ENCABO ASSISTANT LAYOUT DESIGN EDITOR NICK STRIZVER NEWS EDITOR BEN ROFFEE FEATURES EDITOR VI RI DIANA EACH ECO-ISAAC ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT . EDITOR TORIA SAVEY ONLINE EDITOR TIM MOORS • I C O P Y EDITOR TLFFANÏE H OANO .STAFF WRITERS v B J A N CAMPOS RE N E JACKIE CARBAJAL PAMEIA CASTILLO • DAVID C HURCH ~ ELBERT ESGUERRA CINDY GASCA JESSICA. G ON ZALES AMANDA KEELEY JCATHRYN MCBRAYER BLLT RHEIN EOXANA SAID JONATHAN THOMPSON BRYANT TINTLE CARTOONISTS BROWN JOSH ... ' ADVISOR JOAN ANDERSON fficials From UPDATE, page 1 otepped s •ward to help. According to the San Diego Union Trine, state officials plan to pay for 75 rcent of debris removal efforts and the y of San Diego will pay the remaining percent for those uninsured. During lews conference Thursday in Rancho rnardo, San Diego mayor, Jerry Sanders, urged people in the community to sign up for the project in order to speed up the removal process. "The program will make sure that homeowners are protected from scam artists and make sure that their properties are cleaned up in an environmentally proper way," said Mayor Sanders. On Oct. 28, the Chargers hosted a home game at Qualcomm stadium, which just days prior housed more than an estimated 10,000 evacuees according to numbers released at the City of San Diego website. Fans donated more than $72,500 at the game and the donations were immediately handed over to the Salvation Army and family members of injured firefighters. According to the Associated Press, the NFL and NFL Players Association will donate $250,000 through a disaster relief fund, which will directly aid victims of the San Diego wildfires. Celebrities Gwen Stefani and David Beckham also offered donations of their own. Singer Gwen Stefani held a concert in San Diego on Oct. 30 and donated all proceeds from the concert to the San Diego Foundation, a local charity helping victims of the Southern California wildfires. "When I heard about the devastation of the fires, at first I felt I should cancel my show out of respect, but then it occurred to me there might be a more useful solution," Stefani said Oct. 29, in a radio interview. For his part, Los Angeles Galaxy soccer player David Beckham and his teammates AH opinions and letters to the editor, published in The Pride, represent the opinions of the author; and do not necessarily represent the views From BSU, page 1 of The Pride, or of California State University San Marcos. ous experience, commitment, Unsigned editorials represent and reliability. the majority opinion of The Freshman and Sociology major, t etters t o t he e ditor s houldinclude ail a ddress, telephone n umber, e -mail and identification. L etters m ay b e e dited f or g rammar a ndlengtk JUtterS should be u nder 300 words a nd s ubmitted via electronic m ail t o pride@csusm.edu, r ather t han t o t he individual editors. It is the policy of The ' Pride not to print anonymous letters, • • • ^ ^v tising I n I P r i d b should not be construed as the endorsement, orvi^veWgatifen.' 6f com? A lures. The Pride reserves the right t^ reject any adyerifei»& The Pride |§fi-: ' published;;; weekly on Tuesdays during the academic year. Distribution includes all of CSUSM campus; T!I« Pride Gal State San Marcos 333 S, Twin Oaks Valley Road Satt Marcos» CA 92096-0003 Phone: (760) 750-6099 Fax: (760) 750-3345 Email: pride@csusm.edu http://wwwJhecsusmpride.com Advertising Email: pride_ads#cs«$pi«edii Kayla, was one of the candidates considered for the position of treasurer. When asked why she was interested in the position, Kayla replied, "I just really want to be involved with the BSU...I know that we are a minority on this campus and we need to stand out." Standing out is just what the hosted a charity soccer game Nov. 4 with donations sent to the Salvation Army and Red Cross to help with wildfire relief aid as well. The state government set up a website for California residents directly affected by the wildfires. The website (http://www. rebuildyourlife.ca.gov/) offers residents resources they need to get their lives back together. As of Oct. 28, at least five people had been arrested on arson charges relating to the Southern California fires. A 12-yeart i H i l i i l l S B Committee decided that these will be no old boy also came forward for starting a additional l | p added t o th# fire that burned 38,000 acres and destroyed academic calendar 4 m t o the 21 homes in Los Angeles. The boy claimed he started the fire accidentally while playing with matches outside his parent's ranch Faculty should "examine their on Oct. 21. On Nov. 1, ABC news reported syllabi t o find way t o accomplish Los Angeles county prosecutors were still their learning goals Within the considering whether or not to prosecute time remaining this semester,* the boy on arson charges. The boy's par| Though some faculty "will And ents could also face civil liability for the ¡111 they cannot accomplish damages caused by the fire. their goals wfthin t he allotted Authorities continue to investigate time. In such cases,faculty | j more than 15 other fires whose causes should find means of covering remain unaccounted for. Arson, downed course material that will not power lines, and construction work are penalize students who cannot known causes offiveother fires. attend any additional class Due to the expected resurgence of meetings,* Santa Ana winds, Governor Arnold 4 . if it is absolutely necessary for Schwarzenegger asked state fire officials faculty t o schedule additional Oct. 31 to prepare for more fires. class meetings, it should In his weekly radio address, Oct. 27, "consider times when classroom Governor Schwarzenegger addressed all Californians. usage is at its lowest- University "Now our recovery efforts have just Hour i | | Friday a fternoons/ begun. We have a lot of difficult work Faculty may also use technology ahead. Homes, churches, businesses and t o cover cancelled classes* IITS entire communities must be rebuilt," said has several different media Schwarzenegger. "I promise you that we formate available to use in order will not rest until every person is safe and t o make class material available that every person's life is back to normal. for students. I know we can do this. We are resolute in our spirit. We are determined to rebuild. We are, after all, Californians." xllii ,;„ .•,„; BSU is looking to do, both on and off campus. "We feel invisible here on campus," said Sherray Blythe. One of the main concerns at the meeting was increasing the visibility of the BSU at CSUSM. Students suggested reaching out to the community and local high schools to promote the presence of a united African-American community at CSUSM. They also hope to draw more CSUSM students into the group. Because the group is still in its infancy, ironing out the financial situation was also a hot topic on the meeting's agenda. Danyelle, a sophomore, suggested the group look into "creative ways to do fundraising." Apart from the logistical issues covered at the meeting, students were also attentive to the overall welfare of the newly reformed BSU and its members. "We should come together,".said one student, emphasizing the need for "team building activities." The group also communicated intentions to meet and connect with other BSU's as one of many things in store for the future of the BSU. Building on this new momentum, the BSU stands poised to become a prominent presence on campus. 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The verbat attercatfcâi Once the vehicle stopped imk place between an 1 Syear the 2 individuals fled the car, a Juvenile male* The vehicle was stolenfromthe <%<rfS^£»egeK UPD notified the owner, and he his vehicle, * ' \ v%; UPO v t urn^Äe^mW^ over io hfe i: I paren%aiK| rileasetï thëfemaie • - to: herfriendsin lieu of arrest V 4 COUGAR WATCH �From S OCCER, page 1 feated and untied on their home field. The game was scoreless until the 52nd minute, when Azussa Pacific midfielder Sarah Yoro scored on a penalty. CSUSM scoredjust two minutes later, as Katelyn Krauss headed a goal after splitting two defenders on a Taylor Ziencina free kick. Krauss' goal tied the game at 1-1 suddenly opened the door to the possibility of a huge upset. The CSUSM defense stayed strong, holding the tie through the end of regulation and into overtime. Four minutes into the overtime, Azusa Pacific defender, Katie Rorabaugh scored to the lower right corner of the net, ensuring victory to Azusa Pacific. This season was only the second of the program's existence; that combined with the youth of the team, having only four seniors on board, shows that the future is bright for CSUSM women's soccer. From CROSS COUNTRY, page 1 just two seconds faster with a time of 26:07. The victory in Fresno sends the team to the NAIA National Championships in Kenosha, WI on Saturday, November 17. Chargers record now 4 - 4 after losing to the Vikings on Sunday BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The Chargers came into Sunday's game fresh off of a heartwarming victory last week in fire ravaged San Diego. The Chargers stepped onto the field in Minnesota, Sunday looking to capitalize on a 2-5 Vikings team that has already seen its ups and downs. Vikings rookie running back, Adrian Peterson stood between the Chargers, and their hopes of winning their fourth straight game. Peterson, one of the highest touted rookies drafted in April, saw huge success at the University of Oklahoma, where he set the NCAA freshman rushing record with 1,925 yards en route to nearly winning the Heisman Trophy. While the Chargers scored f irst, on a LaDainian Tomlinson rush, the real story was the p erformance of Peterson. Peterson rushed his way into the record books, passing Jamal Lewis by one yard for first all-time rushing yards in a game, with 296 yards. Peterson first struck near the two-minute mark in the first quarter on a short rush to the left. Despite Peterson's performance, the biggest highlight came at the end of the second quarter, when Viking's kicker, Ryan Longwell missed a 57-yard field goal. Waiting in the end zone was Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie, who caught CLASSIFIEDS "Loòkmg tohire individual to write a weekly column on ^Wodààtìoa Techaoïogy" its i ters, andtocómepotential. E-aaail; jfroBaasky# the field goal that fell short of the uprights, and returned it for 109 yards; the longest play in the history of the NFL. Minnesota came back strong in third quarter, tying the game at 14-14, as Peterson rushed for a 64 yard field goal. Minnesota scored again, this time through the air, as quarterback Brooks Bollinger passed to wide receiver, Sidney Rice for a 40 yard touchdown. The Chargers scored their last points early on in the fourth quarter, on a 36-yard, Nate Kaeding field goal. Adrian Peterson scored once again for the Vikings, this time, at 7:44 in the fourth, rushing for 46 yards. Vikings back up running back, Chester Taylor scored on a two yard rush with 4:28 remaining in the game, to solidify the victory. The final score was 35-17 Vikings, in a game that saw two all-time NFL records get shattered. The Vikings, relying heavily on the success of Peterson, improve their record to 3-5. The loss brings the Chargers to an even 4-4 record, with the pivotal part of the season knocking on the door. The Chargers face the Indianapolis Colts next Sunday on Sunday Night Football at 5:15 p.m. on NBC. The Colts are fresh off of their first loss of the season, Sunday, losing to the now 9-0 New England Patriots. WRITERS WANTED •GET PUBLISHED «SERVE T HE CAMPUS COMMUNITY If you would like to put m a classified, cmtact mr advertising department, at pridej?d$@c$mm.edi4 '/ ' ; "v j Phone 760.750.6099 Email pride@csusm.eAi begins with a question... ... and ends with discovery The 2008 CSUSM Student Research Competition! Qualitative or quantitative research projects with clear purpose, methodology and interpretation of results completed in Spring, Summer, or Fall 2007 may be entered. Applications Due: Friday, February 15,2008 Oral presentations: Friday, February 29,2008 Ten Finalists will receive cash awards and travel to the CSU Statewide Competition! Find out more at: www.csusm.edu/src �Washington DC, moire than just The nation's capital is f ull of learning experiences for those who enjoy US history 1 BY VIRIDIANA PACHECO-ISAAC Pride Staff Writer For those of us who consider ourselves history buffs, we know our nation's cápital is not just for uptight politicians. The city of Washington D.C. is actually a place to visit if you enjoy cool weather and, of course, the history of the foundation of our country. The city, masked by the White House and Capital building, is one of those places where one would find something to do, even for those who may break into a rash by the thought of a history lesson. With a wide variety of pubs, restaurants and night clubs, there is something to do for everyone. However, if you are like me and enjoy a good travel back in time, Washington D.C. is a place where you must go at least once in your life time. The most obvious attraction is the White House, where the President and First Lady live. Scores of tourists visit this site every day, as well as its usual batch of anti-Bush protesters. However, while the White House is the icon of the city, its most interesting attractions reside in the National Mall. One must-see spot is the Washington Monument, built in the 1800's in memory of George Washington. It stands more than 500 feet tall, surrounded by American Flags. On any given day one can visit inside the monument and experience the tributes to the nation's first president. To the west of the Washington Monument lies the Reflecting Pool, a wide rectangular pool leading westward to the Abraham Lincoln Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial is one the most breath-taking monuments in the National Mall. Built to commemorate the life and achievement of the nation's 16 president, it consists of a large sculpture of a sitting Lincoln and two of his well-known speeches carved along the walls. But the Lincoln Memorial has also been the site of many famous speeches, including the 1963 Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech at the height of the civil rights movement. A rectangular step has been carved out in memory of the King's speech at the very spot where he stood all those years ago. The Potomac River is the body of water with its most historical significance in the th area. Once crossed by General Lee to invade the North during the civil war, the Potomac River is also known to be a place where George Washington spent much of his life. Across from the Potomac River and along the outskirts of the DC in Arlitig- Blu-ray vs. HD-DVD H as 12 m onths of s parring l ed t o a split d ecision? BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer tion to home high definition. Compared to standard DVDs, HD-DVD holds almost 60 . percent more storage capacity and up to 8 It was toted as a main event match-up, a hours of high definition video. It is exclufight for the ages, a unanimous winner, the sively supported by studios like Universal step that will take us into the next genera- (King Kong, The Bourne Ultimatum), Paration of technology. mount (Blades of Glory), and DreamWorks Yet the war of attrition between the high (Shrek 3). Last week, retailers announced definition media formats of Blu-ray and that they'd offer HD-DVD players for $99 HD-DVD has left many wondering which along with bonus offers for free movies. one is the superior format. To add even In 2006, Sony had announced their more speculation, major film studios have exclusive partnership to manufacture Bluexclusively chosen sides which they believe ray Disc. The discs hold 40 percent more is the mightier of the two. storage than HD-DVD andfivetimes more If they can't come together on an opin- information than standard DVDs. Columion, then what chance do we have to make bia Pictures (Spider-man trilogy), 2 0 Cena decision? Still to be fair, we should take a tury Fox (X-Men trilogy), and Disney/Pixar look at the facts. (Cars) have all thrown their support toward HD-DVD (introduced back in 2005) Blu-ray. However, the cheapest Blu-ray has had major backing by Microsoft and player found is at $400. Toshiba and it was the public's introduc- There remain a handful of movie compath Photos by Viridiana Pacheco-lsaac / The Pride ton, VA, is where one can find the Arlington National Cemetery, home of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where soldiers from past wars who were not identified are buried. The cemetery is also the final resting place of Bobby Kennedy who was shot down in Los Angeles in 1968 and his brother President John F. Kennedy who was shot in Dallas in 1963. At the very least at the end of the day you will leave this interesting city having learned something new. If nothing else, there is always Georgetown University about ten minutes away f rom Washington DC where one can enjoy its majestic old-faioned buildings and culture. If nothing else, f raternities at Georgetown are known for their f un parties. Mor . Mké^êêWfm nies that offered support to t ^ ^ ^ ^ t f both formats: Warner Bros. M g ^ and New Line. That deci- i B sion has actually created key ^ Bp victories for both formats. 300, released back in August, outsold on Blu-ray 2:lover HD-DVD becoming the fastest and best-selling high definition title. Each decision has had positive effects that have worked out individually and universally. Transformers last month became the top selling HD-DVD ever. Last week, Spider-man 3 on Blu-ray held strong sales but was outmatched on first-day sales 3 to 1 compared to Transformers. HD-DVD will be anticipating strong sales once again with the release of Shrek 3 on Nov. 13. Blu-ray will counter in December when Pirates ofthe Carribean: At World's End hits the shelves. Still, after a year of trading blows, Blu-ray has ^^^B h eld a roller c oaster's edge over HD-DVD by a 2:1 ratio in the United States - a statistic largely attributed to Sony's PlayStation 3, a platform the has worked out well to consumers. Blockbuster Video also recently announced that only Blu-ray would be available in stores for rental. Many questions still linger about both formats. "Which of the two is the superior one" seems to be the most obvious and even that question is a bit loaded. �Hack your life into order Women's Center's publication, The Rag, inspires and enlightens women Website Of The Week Lffehacker.com allows users to organize and simplify their way of life BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer When it cornea to school, maximizing productivity i s a necessity. Whether it is keeping a comprehensive planer, organizing notts online; or running a tight ship, in your hack-, pack, everyone has their own ways of keeping organized and boosting productivity. * Over the past few years the productivity niche on the web has boomed to create a monster; "Life Hacking." Don't be scared off by the word "hacking," these websites will not teach you how to gain compromising information by illegally trespassing into somebody's computer. "Life Hacking" is a phrase coined by technology journalist Danny O'Brien who, after polling a group of ultra-productive computer programmers, found that many of these individuals used custom computer programs and scripts to streamline not only work, but life itself. From getting the most out of a dual-monitor display setup, to converting vinyl records to MP3s, to how to argue productively and blog, Lifehacker.com has one of the most diverse structures of the front running "Life Hacking" websites. Lifehacker, which is owned by Gawker Media, launched in Janu- ary of 2005, and is currently the most popular "Life Hacking" site on the web. Lifehacker puts a focus on applying helpful computer or technological solutions to the real world. For instance, how to prioritize RSS feeds in Google Reader when time is short, or providing a way to remind yourself and loved pnes of the time change. Lifehacker's broad range of coverage means there is something that literally applies to everyone,. For a little more of a focused sub- 11«!!«g* ject nature, blog, hackcollege.com offers the best "Life Hacking" tips with a nucleus of the college lifestyle. Hackcollege covers anything from recovering lost .doc files, to eating cheap and healthy with a microwavable diet. *jt £ In a day where technology is so prevalent through the course of learning, using computer-based tools that increase organization, productivity, and quality bf woii: is key to getting the most^out of What the World Wide Web has to offer. r Traffic,and High a ¡S¡¡¡¡¡^ illl % peeiai Peals for BY K ATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer " Jhe Rag" is a women's magazine put out by the ASI-.Women's Center. Monthly editions feature ' articles on hot topics such as gender socialization and body, image. The mission of the ASI Women's Center, from their web site, is to "educate, empower, and advocate on behalf of women, men, and individuals of diverse gender and sexual identities." The magazine addresses issues that impact men and women alike despite any sexual orientation. Sections on monthly awareness include topics such as domestic violence and breast cancer. 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It gives examples of empowerment and thought provoking articles encouraging women to analyze their lives and think about why they do what they do. A section on bodies asks women to ask "what do you like about your body? What do you dislike? What do you want to change?" A paper free version of the magazine is available on line at www.csusm.edu/ asi/womens/home.htm. �Church's Influence on Sports The Good, the Bad and the Worse won't be signing A-Rod's checks anytime soon. Then there is the egotistical Kobe who was put in his place by Lakers fans when he was booed during introductions opening night. Fans eventually opened up to Kobe as he once again carried the team to a loss. When I saw the introductions to the game and heard the fans booing him, it brought a huge smile on my face. After everything that Kobe has done: forced Shaq out of LA, bought his freedom in Colorado and now demanding a trade from "his" team. Here is some advice for Kobe. Grow Up! Make some sacrifices for once. You can carry a team to a T or 8 seed, but you aren't going to do much more. Since the Lakers were unable to bring any named players in the offseason to you, you are now forced to ask for a trade and deplete a new team. Have you ever thought that BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer With so many rumors and signings occurring this week, it seems only right for me to praise Tim Duncan and belittle the selfish A-Rod and Kobe Bryant. I will start by talking about A-Rod and how he choose the biggest day in his sport to announce that he is opting out of his contract. A-Rod showed no respect for the game, the Boston Red Sox, and the World Series - something that he has never played for. A-Rod rejected an offer by the New York Yankees because they failed to offer a prerequisite of $350 million starting bid. Now A-Rod will be looking to capitalize on potential buyers, which seems to only be the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at this time as the Dodgers are unlikely to increase a payroll for a single player when they have a stingy owner who h th you are the reason that no one came to your team this offseason. You have already made your team drop the most dominate center to ever play the game for you for Lamar "I'm one drug test away from being banned from the NBA but I don't have a drug problem" Odom who wouldn't help you at all. But Kobe, if you want to learn how to build a dynasty around yourself, ask Duncan. Duncan once again took a pay cut for his team's future. Duncan just signed a twoyear, $40 million contract extension. Duncan saved the Spurs $10 million a year which will help keep role players as well as bring in other role players. This $10 million pay cut allows the Spurs room to defend their Championship and keeps their dynasty intact. Any comments or questions can be sent to me at churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm.edu. Blood, Sweat, Tears, Christmas in October BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Do you know when Christmas starts? Historically, Chflstmas falls on December 25 . Some people celebrate the twelve days of Christmas, or get an advent calendar and count down all the days in December, while doing things like listening to the world's most annoying songs while watching Family Channel holiday movies. You know, I hate the people with advent calendars. Eat your little Christmas tree shaped piece of chocolate every day and shut up. And in case I wasn't angry enough at the 'month o' Christmas' people, I always end up walking into one of those stores that plays "Frosty the Snowman" on a consistent loop starting on Thanksgiving. But there's a new breed rising. A hideous breed. I can't walk in to the drug store/grocery store/porn store without running into a Christmas aisle in the middle of October. What the hell is going on? You know, when I'm slumming in the middle of the night, trying to pick up clearance th T UESDAY, NOV. 6 Career Center event Job Search for Libera! Arts Majors THURSDAY, NOV, 8 EnterpriseCareer 12:00 12;00pm - 1;ÖÖpm fraveri Ha* 1400 Veterans Day Ceremony ' V CSUSM t fcrary'PIÄ ^ - r-K , V : ; V UVA Alcohol Awareness event Rapf & A l é ^ d r . Library Plaza Vizio PlatSöreentCO W Raie § «NESDAY, NOV. 7 IMwàsìtylrimiQi j ; : University Police officers ^^^ ASI Club S ocqpip«'• : discuss reporting Hate Crime in our H cornmirrity, / * 4 "cx^ For more Wb: 760~75&4S87 ZBT Blood Drive 10;00am - 3:30pm Library Plaza Bèta Tau ^sponsoring an American Red Cròss Blood Drive. MBBHBH iff? ^^rftl^^^^^fe :v -* I S j j l . 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It's a lot harder to be morally decent when it requires self control. FOR THREE MONTHS. Maybe you're saying, "But Toria, doesn't your heart swell when you see the first Christmas decorations?" No. I make the Grinch look like an over-emotional doormat. I do not need to be reminded, starting in October no less, that I'm going to have to deal with drunken office mates, g ift disappointment, fugly sweaters, and more dysfunctional dinners than you can shake a stick at. I have some very innovative ideas about where you can shove that tinsel, friend. So, stop the madness. Put that crap away until after Thanksgiving, preferably until December if you can control your obnoxious holiday cheer until then. And I'm telling you right now that if I walk over to Ralphs and they already have eggnog, I'm going to start a riot. ASI StMdent Organization Leadership Workshop series Academic Hai! 102 Associated Students, lino, Por more info (im) 750-4907 X X BROUGHT A E XTRA CLOTHES IK/ C ASE W E J G ETCOJ Just for Shiggles By Jenny Bigpond �C ommunity and W orld L iterary Series Presents: K. Silem Mohammad Flarfpoety gives CSUSM a post Halloween Trick or Treat BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer "When Snoopy goes Hawaiian, is it art?" A shrewd philosophical question posed by contemporary poet K. Silem Mohammad during his reading Thursday Nov. 1 at Cal State San Marcos. Mohammad, author of poetic collections "Deer Head Nation", "A Thousand Devils", and "Breathalyzer", is an associate professor of language, literature, and philosophy at Southern Oregon University. Most notably, however, Mohammad is a key participant in theflarfpoetry movement. While difficult to pinpoint an exact definition, flarf is a fairly new trend in poetry today that focuses on the use of Internet search engines to find and piece together quirky phrases. The end result becomes a purposely disturbing and oftentimes humorous assemblage of nonsense. In Mohammad's own words, flarf itself is "essentially/a method of collage unlike any other." Poet Gary Sullivan first used the term flarf as part of the title of an intentionally bad poem he submitted to Poetry.com in order to test the standards of the publication. Soon after, the Flarflist Collective, a group of writers, including Mohammad and Sullivan, formed. According to Mohammad, the flarf movement originated out of sheer boredom. "It was something to do when you're supposed to be working. A way to avoid facing real life," Mohammad said. For his part, Mohammad kept much ofhis browsing exclusively to Google, com. When asked about his choice in poetic devices, he confessed, "The Google thing is like an addiction. I'm not proud of it." He joked. "I'm like the poster child. Don't let this happen to you." In Mohammad's defense, why bother looking elsewhere when the popular search engine rendered such peculiar lines in the first place? In his poem "Exorcist Voice", Mohammad read, "O.M.G. Your hair is so Jurassic Park," and the poem "Anti Ass" included the line, "Your butt is like a performance car, baby. Uber hotness, like, I don't know." Mohammad's words read strange on paper but as a performance piece, they transformed into a rare interpretive art that left the audience laughing out loud one minute and deep in thought the next. His shift in tone, volume, accent and speed further accentuated humor throughout the evening. In his upcoming book, Dutch Sound, the poem Bionic Iraqis reads "No. I am not okay. You sat on me. Oh well. Enough about me." It's difficult to ignore the controversial nature to Mohammad's choice in poetic titles and content. This poet revels in it, choosing shock value as yet another poetic device. Anything political, contentious, vulgar, or shamefully humorous is fair game in the writings of K. Silem Mohammad. The poet however manages his work with class. No matter how shocking one line may be, the following could potentially have an insightful twist. That ability in itself is exactly what generates such a following for theflarfmovement and Mohammad's poems. The final Community and World Literary Series event this semester is Thursday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. in Academic Hall 102. The event will feature readings from native California poet, Joanne Kyger. For more information visit http://www. csusm.edu/cwls/ Guitar Hero 3 Let there be rock! Comedy Borat Sagdiyev "BORAT: Touristic Guidings to Minor Nation of U.S and A. and Touristic Guidings to Glorius Nation of Kazakhstan" The new quintessential howto guide to traveling, making friends and influencing people. Non-fiction Jonah Lehrer "Proust was a Neuroscientist" Photo courtesy ofAmazon.com BY BRYANT TINTLE Pride Staff Writer I must admit that I am a procrastinator when it comes to school work. Instead of doing my Spanish homework, I decided to do something else that took up my time. For a lot of my college time, my main distracter was "Guitar Hero". And with "Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock" out for a week now, I can expect my homework to be "forgotten" yet again. In case you've been living under a rock (no pun intended)* for the last year, Guitar Hero is a video game where you use a guitar controller and must hit the fret buttons and strum in time with the song. The first notable thing about the game is the wireless guitar. In the old games, I was always afraid that I would accidentally pull the guitar too hard and disconnect it. Let those fears be put to bed. Now with a wireless guitar, I can freely walk around the room while still rocking out. Another new feature is the co-op career mode. Not only does this mode break down the songs into guitar and bass so that two players can play together, but this is also the only way to unlock certain songs. However, don't fret (again, no pun intended) if you don't have any friends willing to rock out with you, as the single player career mode is still available. The songs featured in this edition cover many aspects of the "rock" genre. If classic rock is your cup of tea, then enjoy the hits "Welcome to the Jungle" by Guns n' Roses and "La Grange" by ZZ Top. If metal is your favorite, than head-bang to "One" by Metallica and "The Number of the Beast" by Iron Maiden. Or enjoy the modern hits like "Miss Murder" by AFI and "When You Were Young" by The Killers. So, whether you are a fan of the original "Guitar Hero" games, or just a fan of rocking out to great music, I suggest picking this gem up before the gods of rock take it back. DROPPING: C D By Tiffanie Hoang & Toria Savey / Pride Staff Writers V© © m TJ VI 01 Book R eleases COMEDY Lehrer writes about how various novelists, poets, and even cooks anticipated scientific breakthroughs through their art. Non-fiction Slash "Slash" Just in time for Guitar Hero III comes the autobiography of the groundbreaking guitarist from Guns N ' Roses and Velvet Revolver. Hopefully, it'll be like a cross of watching A&E's Intervention and reading Penthouse letters. Fiction Donald McCaig "Rhett Butler's People" Oddly, the topfictionseller on Amazon is this book, a retelling of the period covered in 'Gone with the Wind' and then some. After the popularity of retelling 'Pride and Prejudice' with a focus on the male lead, this book seems to be hoping to cash in the trend. COUNTRY ¡The Lovemaster... Unzipped CRAIG SHOEMAKER Track #19, "Hamster Nipples". That's light, hamster nipples. Bluegrass Interpretations VARIOUS ARTISTS Different musicians take some of Reba's classic songs back to their bluegrass roots. RAP I ndie/Folk American Gangster Jjay-Z Inspired by the Frank Lucas story, Jay-Z ispeaks about the life of a gangster. Now ¡that he's retired, he has a lot of time to {release new albums. Motion Sickness: Live Recordings (BRIGHT EYES fFeatures live recordings of various songs, (blus covers of Leslie Feist and Elliot Smith. �M'or'<e sar«©?' than a BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Do you like good acting? Do you enjoy fabulous storytelling? Do you want to beat the crap out of every person who rushed to see Saw IV the minute it came out? If so, then shell out a couple of bucks to see "American Gangster", starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe. Based on a true story, the film focuses on the rise and eventual downfall of Frank Lucas, who became a leader of the Harlem drug scene in the late '60s and early '70s. The film does an advis® school job excellent job of portraying a man who is capable of incredibly violent acts, while at the same time caring for his family and running a business. After coming up with an innovative way to get high quality heroin at a bargain price, he brings his entire family into his crime empire, basing it on "honesty, integrity, hard work, never forgetting where we came from." Played with a fine mixture of emotions and appropriate amount of stoicism by Washington, Frank Lucas makes drug running sound like a more decent profession, with better practices, than working for most major corporations. (Hey, isn't it a toss up fair as to whether one would be better off dealing drugs or working for the corporate sector of Walmart?) Like any good crime drama, there's an equal focus on those trying to stop the criminals. Russell Crowe is Richie Roberts, a cop who remains clean in New York City, an almost impossible feat during that era. His dedication to his job, and dogged pursuance of Lucas, take a toll on his personal life, and the audience begins to feel a modicum of pity for him. Admirably, Crowe doesn't play the part as pitiful; he simply plays a man on the edge, who needs a solid victory against crime to jus- tify the righteousness he exhibits. Critics have said that the film only truly develops the two main characters. This is, for the most part, true. Several smaller characters in both Lucas' and Roberts' orbit are still infused with passion though, and without them, the personal interactions Beer of the we e K w eek Oktoberfest BY JONATHAN THOMPSON taste and more alcohol. Large Pride Staff Writer amounts of beer and food such as sausage, chicken, and sauOktoberfest carries on for erkraut are consumed during 16 to 18 days during late Sep- the event. The popularity of tember and early October. the event has lead to many The annual festival occurs in other cities around the world Munich, Germany. Beer sig- mimicking the annual festival nifies a key role in festivities. and breweries from all over The event begins with the tap- the world creating a seasonal ping of a keg by the Mayor of Oktoberfest styled beer. Munich. Breweries create a Karl Strauss Brewing special brew for Oktoberfest. Company brews OktoberThe special brew generally has fest in Pacific Beach, Calid arker fornia. The brewery began when Chris Cramer and Matt Rattner co-founded Karl Strauss Brewing Company in February of 1989. In the I summer of 1988, Chris ¡visited Fremantle, Australia and became fascinated with micro brewing. He returned f rom the vacation and began discussing plans with Matt to open their own micro brewery. Fortunately, C hris' uncle Karl Strauss had extensive knowledge in brewing beer. Karl Strauss was a renowned German brewmaster and knew the business of beer. Pastel yellow and blue hues dominate the cardboard container of Oktoberfest. A colorful scene of energetic and happy people enjoying themselves and healthy servings of beer marks the main portrait of the packaging. The scene most likely depicts a common sight during Oktoberfest. A red bottle cap with the breweries logo seals a 12 ounce beer with a 4.9 percent alcohol by volume. The dark golden amber beer pours smooth like a running creek and generates a quarter inch thick head. The beer has a pleasantly faint aroma that sooths the soul. The beer enters the mouth and quickly resonates with the taste buds. For a second or two the beer floods all aspects of the mouth with powerful surges of spiciness from the hops. A dry tingling sensation lingers as the beer trickles down the t hroat The distinguished tasteful sip creates anxiety within the brain as the brain craves for more of the now famed beer. The seasonal beer should disappear like a magician's trick from store shelves in the following weeks. Images courtesy of Universal Studios on which the film is built would feel empty. As I said, the sign of a good crime drama is a clear focus on both the criminals and those trying to apprehend them. The sign of a great crime drama is one that has half the audience, or more, rooting for the 'bad guy'. � 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/. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 Black Student Union (BSU) emergency preparedness fall 2007 Fires sports https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/ad0b748db366462733d47f5d13257524.pdf 6b52f94956f622ea416c5f6720903268 PDF Text Text rrurfòpD • r i r^ V I CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer With impressive performances at the NAIA Region II cross country championships in Fresno on October 3rd, both the CSUSM men's and women's cross country teams punched their tickets to the NAIA National Championships in Kenosha, Wisconsin on Saturday. The men's team, anchored by seniors Juan Mejia and Sergio Gonzalez won the regional tournament convincingly, finishing 26 points ahead of second place Azusa Pacific University. In the women's race, CSUSM finished second, led by freshman, Jessica Sandoval and senior, Whitney Patton. The NAIA National Championships are to be held on Saturday in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where forecasted temperatures are in the low 40s, making cold a concern. The teams will be equipped tights and tops in case extreme cold weather prevails. Photo courtesy ofKyle Trembley, Sports Information Director Coach Steve Scott wants the team Juan Mejia, CSUSM cross country runner to compete for the NAIA National Championships this Saturday, Nov 17. Writers strike after negotiations over Internet residuals fail ' K m « m IF 1 MB AD-LOT 3 fcmptoywe Porktng Qnfy | BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer A fter final negotiation attempts fell through between the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, Hollywood writers took to the picket lines Nov. 5. For months, WGA and V OL. X VIII NO. 12 CSUSM cross country teams seek first N AIA National Championship Writers Guild of America on Strike ' W Chasing victory The recent debate over the Cal State University executive compensation controversy received its first official governmental examination on Nov. 9, 2007. The California Bureau of State Audits weighed in last week, releasing its findings of an audit on the executive compensation practices of the CSU. The report, titled California State University: It Needs to Strengthen Its Oversight and Establish Stricter Policies for Compensating Current and Former Employees, comes at the request of the Assembly Speaker Fabian Nufiez, Assemblyman Anthony Portantino, State Senator Leland Yee, and the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. At a weighty 115 pages, the audit reveals various "questionable" practices in CSU executive compensation policy. The official wording of the audit states of the overall condition of CSU compensation policy, "the university has not developed t IH E B ESP&i 'W^mSSl PífT l INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer See AUDIT, page 2 inp TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 www.thecsusmpride.com Audit probes "questionable" CSU executive compensation practices I AMPTP have been conferring over provisions of a new contract to be enacted once the Writers Guild Minimum Basic Agreement contract expired Oct. 31. As the deadline approached and the issue regarding Internet residuals for WGA members had not been granted, writers See S TRIKE, page 2 See C ROSS COUNTRY, page 5 Hopes for a "Colbert Nation" come to an end Short-lived presidential campaign ends for talk show host Stephen Colbert BY BILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer The Robin Williams film "Man of the Year" has become very relevant the past weeks as television star and political know-it-all Stephan Colbert officially tried to run for president. Though it was a running joke that he and Jon Stewart would run for the presidency, there was no seriousness in this idea. That is, until Oct.16, when Colbert announced he would run for president on the Democratic ballot in South Carolina. A few weeks later, the South Carolina Democratic Executive Council rejected his candidacy in a 13-3 vote. Given the nature of his show on Comedy Central, The Colbert Report, many felt he would not be a serious candidate. "The general sense of the council was that he wasn't a serious candidate and that was why he wasn't selected to be on the ballot," said Joe Werner, director of the S.C. Democratic Party. Colbert's brief candidacy raises important questions as to whether or not someone with no official government experience could become president. His candidacy has also drawn comparisons to both Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger, both actors turned government leaders. In less than a month the "1,000,000 Strong for Stephan T Colbert" Facebook group gained almost 1.5 million members, and continues to grow. But, he certainly has had more appeal to the youth of the country than other possible candidates. This has not gained just the interest of the online community, but See COLBERT, page 2 President Haynes honored by Business Journal BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer The San Diego Business Journal recently honored Cal State San Marcos President, Karen Haynes, one of the "Women Who Mean Business in San Diego County." Selected f rom 140 nominees, the SDB J recognizes 25 women f rom government, education, media, and business every year for their professionalism. This year was the 14th year the SDBJ gave out the annual recognition. Since joining in 2004, President Haynes has made CSUSM one of the most rapidly growing campuses in the state and has raised millions of dollars for the school. �T HE CIPRIDE E DITORIAL STAFF * 5DIÍPDR1ÑCHIIF |A$OM ÉNCAB0 ASSISTANT LAYOUT < DESIGN I DITOR «1 N lCKSTEimk HEWS EDITOR ; BIN ROF£EB ; f lATURB EDITOR * V i m D W f A PACHBCO-ISMC * M B & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR T ORÍA SAVEY ( OMUm IOÌTDR ^IMMOOKB COFY EDITOR T fFMNIE HOAMG STAFF WRITERS , BMAHNE CAMPOS JACKIE CAIUlAJAt CAMBIA CASTILLO DAVID CHURCH BLBERT ESGUERRA . CINDY CASCA ; s JESSICA G0M2ÄU&S ; v AMANDA K MTW KATHRYM MC&&AYER MIL RHEIN ROXAHA SAID JQMATHAN THOMPSON IRYAHTTIHTLE J - I liiiiiiiftlll - JOSH BROWN jmmrBiGPQNB ÄDVisok Ì ^ JOAN ANDERSON and be more transparent when it comes to its hiring and retention a central system enabling it to practices." adequately monitor adherence to "This is public money we're its compensation policies or mea- talking about and the CSU needs sure their impact on university to ensure that it's used approfinances." priately. I expect the legislature More specifically, the audit will keep a close watch to make claims "some management per- sure the increased accountability sonnel received questionable called for in this report actually compensation after they were happens," added Nunez. no longer providing services to Assemblyman Anthony Porthe university," and "the discre- tantino, who has been one of the tionary nature of the university's central figures in protesting CSU relocation policy can result in executive compensation pracquestionable reimbursements of tices, echoed Speaker Nunez' costs for moving." remarks on Nov. 9 in a similar According to the audit, the release. overall payroll of the CSU has "The deliberate and thorough increased by 9.6 percent since report released today by the State 2002, although "increases varied Auditor confirms what many of significantly by employment clas- us have long suspected: the CSU sification." While executive sala- Board of Trustees, by approving ries increased by 25.1 percent, exorbitant executive compensamanagement and technical staff tion expenditures during a statesalaries increased by 10.4 per- wide budget crisis, is not focuscent. The disparity between fac- ing on it's core mission: educatulty and executive salary growth ing our children," he said. Another vocal advocate of CSU was even more disproportionate, with tenure-track faculty salaries compensation reform, Senator growing by 5.6 percent arid other Leland Yee warned "The Trustfaculty positions growing by 6.2 ees and the Chancellor.. .to take this audit seriously and begin percent. Speaker Nuñez, released a investing in instruction rather statement saying, "The [audit] than creating a get rich factory report reinforces the concerns I for executives." The government officials had when I requested the audit in the first place. CSU clearly needs opposed to the CSU executive to establish vigorous standards compensation practices have also been early authors of legislation directed at regulating the very practices addressed in the report. Senator Yee's SB 190 passed through Governor Schwarzenegger's office with a signature of approval last month, requiring all executive compensation packages to be voted in open session. On Nov. 12, the California Faculty Association released its analysis of the findings in a report titled, Weak Oversight & Poor CSU Policies Favor Executive Perks: An analysis of the state audit of CSU compensation policies and practices. CFA President Lillian Taiz cites a "large expenditure of foundation funds to further compensate already well-paid executives" as yet another faulty executive compensation practice. Despite these proclamations, CSU officials rendered a much more optimistic analysis of the findings of the audit. In a message to all CSU employees issued Nov. 6, Chancellor Reed maintains "the findings show that no policies were violated, and concludes that none of the actions taken by the CSU were inappropriate." According to the Chancellor, "the CSU is open to having audits because I believe that audits give us the opportunity to examine our policies and our processes and improve them. The CSU's official response to the report states, "the CSU agrees in nearly all cases with the auditor's recommendations." * The marked polarity of these responses suggests the debate over executive compensation practices in the CSU system will endure for some time to come. Given criticism of growing executive salaries amidst gaping budget shortfalls, this issue could very well prove to be a point of contention at the upcoming CSU Board of Trustees Meeting. The Trustees will meet this week to discuss and vote on the CSU's budget request. Among their considerations, the Trustees will be forced to reckon with Governor Schwarzenegger's recent warning that the State budget shortfall will increase by $2 billion. He also cautioned all State departments to anticipate budget cuts upwards of 10 percent. Although CSU indicated they "will be acting on some recommendations immediately and on the others as soon as feasible," the meeting schedule released on the CSU website does not indicate the Trustees will address the findings and recommendations of the audit report at the meeting this week. However, the Trustees have made official plans to discuss the matter when they meet again in January. sen poll placed Colbert ahead of Republican candidate Ron Paul and Democratic candidate Dennis Kucinich. A similar poll placing Colbert against Rudy Guiliani and Hillary Clinton showed Colbert at 12% support, mainly in the 18-29 age bracket. It started as a joke, but it was serious enough for South Carolina to take action. Though not made public, another reason against letting him run is the fact that, should he win, it would take away elec- toral votes from other candidates. This would be similar to the situation in pre-civil war times when Republican Abraham Lincoln won as president because the Democrats were split between their north and south candidates. With the rise of new media technology, viewers can watch their favorite ad supported television shows on network websites for free. Television shows and movies can be downloaded and rented from the Internet as well. Even phones, video game consoles and other devices can support video streaming. According to eMarketer, online video Stone, Dirty Sexy Money, and Brothers and Sisters. Television show runners, like Housewives' Marc Cherry and Scrubs' Bill Lawrence, are refusing to cross picket lines, which is a direct violation of their producing contracts. "We 're the most high-profile writers in television," Housewives' creator Marc Cherry said. From AUDIT, page 1 % From COLBERT, page 1 All opinions and letters t o the e ditor published in T he tti<le> represent the opinions of the author, mi do not necessarily represent the views of The Pride, o r of California State University San Marcos. Unsigned editorials represent the majority opinion of T he Pride editorial board. L etters , t o t he e ditor should include m a ddress, telephone n umber, e -mail a nd identification, L etters | m ay b e e dited f or gr&mm&i a nd length, L etters should b e u nder 300 words a nd s ubmitted via electronic m ail t o pride@c$u$ni.edui> r ather t han to t he I ndividual H i i t&m It Is the policy of T he Pride not t o print'anonymous news companies across the nation rushed to cover this event. With such clear public support, speculation as to whether he could have won persists. A Rasmus- From STRIKE, page 1 prepared for an imminent strike. The Writers Guild of America is a labor union that represents writers that work in television, film and other media outlets. According to the WGA website, the provisions of the expired agreement covered approximately 12,000 members who now are ordered to strike. "Rather than address our members' primary concern, the studios made it clear that they would rather shut down the town Display and classifiedadverthan reach a fair and reasontising in T he Pride should not able deal. This is not an action b e construed as the endorsethat anyone takes lightly," said ment o r investigation of m mWGA West President Patric M. mereiai enterprises' o r Verrone in a WGA press briefing turnst T he ftide s e r v e s the ! Nov. 2. "That is why our posiright m reject any advertising. tion is simple and fair: when a T he Pride Is published writer's work generates revenue vi^eddy on Tuesdays Airing for the companies, that writer the $ mémìo year, Diatribadeserves to be paid." tion includes a ll of CSUSM The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers is responsible for the negotiating of all entertainment industry guild and union contracts. In a statement released via AMPTP website, President Nick Counter, stated, "We made an attempt at meeting them in a number of their key areas including Internet streaming and juris¡llil^iilÉSí diction in New Media. Ultihftp://wwwjhecsusmprkie.c0m - mately, the guild was unwilling to compromise on most of their major demands. It is unfortunate that they choose to take this irresponsible action." for work that day. Tonight Show host, Jay Leno, rode up on his motorcycle outside NBC studios bringing with him donuts for the striking writers. In addition to The Office, ABC's Desperate Housewives, Fox's Back to You and 'Til Death as well as CBS's Rules of Engagement, Two and a Half Men, The New Adventures of Old Christine and The Big Bang Theory are some shows no longer in production. The strike is already forcing many studio executives to send suspension notices to their nonwriting staffers. According to the LA Times, many of the striking writers and show runners have received letters of suspension without pay leaving crewmembers worried they will lose their jobs as well. "The crew was feeling very angry toward me because they're not really supportive of the strike and they are living hand to mouth and they don't want the show to ... Photo by Jackie Carbajal be shut down," Said Scrubs' show Writers group together in support of fair contract terms. runner, Bill Lawrence. streaming revenue is projected "If we all band together, we're AMPTP and studio executo reach $3 billion by 2010 with sending a not so subtle message tives are standing their ground Hollywood companies claiming to the powers that be that without and have prepared well into 75 percent of that amount. Due us, there is no TV. Period." next year with non-scripted realto this rise in popularity, writers On Nov. 7, E! News Online ity programming. Fox Network are seeking residuals for Internet reported actor and WGA member, stands to gain the most from the video streaming. Steve Carell, refused to cross strike with American Idol ready "As creators all writers deserve picket lines forcing the NBC to return to television in January. to be paid fairly for their content, Emmy award winning show, O ther networks are not so lucky including New Media. That's all The Office. to halt production. leaving many favorite shows we're asking for." Said Greg Ber- Carell's costar, Rainn Wilson, likely to turn to reruns in the lanti, creator of ABC shows Eli joined Carell after calling in sick weeks ahead. �CSUSM honors veterans Veteran's Day is a day of rememberance for those at home and abroad Native American Month celebrated on campus BY VIRIDIANA PACHECO-ISAAC Pride Staff Writer BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer It was the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, the signing of the Armistice between the allied nations of Germany had marked the end of "The Great War," otherwise known as World War I. Originally known as Armistice Day, the 11th of November is what we now call Veteran's day in the United States. It is dedicated to remembering those who have served in any of the five branches of the armed forces. At CSUSM, an event was held Thursday during University Hour to commemorate the holiday. However, for some CSUSM students the day is just another reminder of the struggles our men and women are facing, both at home and abroad. With Camp Pendleton—one of the largest military bases in the United States—just west of campus, the population of military personnel and their families at the university is strikingly high. CSUSM Psychology major Bianca Reynoso said she finds her husband's deployments hard to deal with, especially on top of having to deal with the stress of being a student. She said she has been through four deployments—three of which have been to Iraq and one to Korea, and insisted it is important to see the holiday as more than just a day off from school and work. "They sacrifice a lot," she said. "In other countries it is mandatory to be in the military, but here it is optional." Reynoso said that when her husband, a Staff Sergeant in the Marine Corps, is deployed it just adds to her stress because "When he's gone I'm all alone, there is no one to come home to, not to vent to about my day," she said. While CSUSM offers services for veterans at Craven Hall where Vets can come for assistance with GI Bills and various application processes, Reynoso said she wished there was some sort of support group for the families of those who have someone fighting overseas. "It would be cool if they had a group of spouses," she said. "That way when your husband is gone you can find support from other people who are going through the same thing." November is Native American Month. American Indian Student Alliance's CSUSM chapter is hosting several events to honor the occasion. Several Speakers have been arranged to speak on Native American culture. Speakers include Earl Sisto and Mel Vernon. Earl Sisto's discussion will focus on urban and reservation life for Native Americans at noon in the Forum Plaza. Mel Vernon will be speaking on protecting and preserving Native American culture on Nov. 27. Movies, produced by natives such as "Smoke Signals, In the Light of Reverence," and "We are Still Here" are showing throughout the month. The two-time Sundance award winning movie "Smoke Signals" is playing at 4 p.m. in Markstein Hall. "In the Light of Reverence," afilmillustrating the struggles of Natives to preserve sacred rights is showing in Clarke 131 at 6 p.m. "We are Still Here," a film exploring the Cahuilla Natives from Southern California is playing in Arts 240 at 4 p.m. A discussion panel will follow the viewing of "In the Light of Reverence and We are Still Here." A basket weaving demonstration hosted by Yvonne Trottier, will be held on Nov. 15 and the Texcatlipoca Dancers are performing on Nov. 29 at noon in the Forum Plaza. Claudia McCrane, president of the AISA, said the purposes of these events are to "honor Native American culture and tradition as well as giving students an opportunity to learn about their origins and ancestry." AISA is working together with the Tribal Task force to help native families who have been affected by the recent fires. They are putting together a drive for food, blankets, clothes, and bedding. In addition, AISA and the Tribal Task force will provide a dinner for the 29 La Jolla families who lost their homes in the fires. For students who are interested in getting involved throughout the year look at AISA's web site: www.csusm.edu/aisa/ for more information. iPhone Killer? The Googleverse is about to get a whole lot bigger BY ELBERT'ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Apparently Google has borrowed a step Microsoft - conquering the Internet just wasn't enough for them. Though there is not an actual, physical phone as of yet, the confirmation of Google's step into the mobile market has been met with both immense anticipation and speculation. The hope is that consumers utilize their software to add new appli- cations and upgrades to already existing phones and future smartphones beginning sometime next year. Some of the early feedback on the project has already dubbed it the iPhone killer because of Google's almost limitless innovations in software design and advancement. "You will be able to do amazing things with your mobile device that you had never thought of before,", said Google Chief Executive Eric Schmidt. "This announcement is more ambitious than any single Google Phone that the press has been speculating about over the past few weeks. Our vision is that the powerful p latform w e're u nveiling w ill p ower thousands of different phone models." Among the companies that have thrown their support include some of the big mobile companies like LG Electronics, Samsung, and Motorola. If these companies decide to implement the Google software, then that would get rid of the Windows Mobile Media which they have paid to use. Google's platform would be free. This platform is being tentatively called Android and hardware and software support from over 30 companies. Qualcomm Inc., the local telecommunications devel- In today 's technology oper based out of Sorrento Valley, is also included. Local providers Verizon, T-Mobile and Sprint-Nextel also are building upon negotiations with Google to use their services with their phones, a contrast to the exclusive contract that AT&T Wireless and Apple has had to market their iPhone. As the anticipation continues to build, there has also been a share of detractors who are also eager to call it a failure before it even hits the market. "When all is said and done, Google is actually not a charismatic company that can make this new platform happen in a big way," commented John C. Dvorak, a PC Magazine writer. "The most successful [phone] looks to be the iPhone, but much of that enthusiasm has to do with the mystique of Apple and the promotion of the phone's "uniqueness." And the phone is indeed unique." With already 3 billion cell phones out in the market, such diversity could also open new doors for Google as they want people to use phones as easy as their other software. The first phone should be out sometime in the middle of 2008. C SUSM S tudents with a valid School ID receive an extra 1 5 % off Tanning and Salon products A ZUSA PACIFIC ZACH MILLER, B.S. '00, MBA 'Ol UNIVERSITY Entepreneur, business o wner What's your journey? Learn how Zach's business degree helped him, at age 29, o wn 15 franchises including Little Caesars Pizza, Carvel Ice Cream, Cinnabon, Sonic Burger, Verizon Wireless, and many more. To learn more about Zach's inspiring story and future plans, a nd t o explore the business programs offered: m M i i www.apu.edu/explore/sbm B H B ^ Toll free (866) 209-1559 Q Q ^ sbmgrad@apu.edu SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT » G raduate Programs 630 Nordahl Road, San Marcos location only �BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer In October of 2004, the entrepreneurial spirit of then technology television personality, Kevin Rose, combined with the creative minds of Owen Byrne, Ron Gorodetzky, and Jay Adelson came together to form what would soon become the web's top community-based social news website. Digg.com combines aspects of social bookmarking, blogging, and syndication to create one of the best sources of news on the web; for the people, by the people. The premise of Digg, is that after users submit links to news stories, the stories are voted on (dugg) by other users for content, relevance, and interest. If a story receives enough votes, it will be displayed on the front page of the site. This method offers a variation from the standard editorial system of major news websites. Digg categorizes submissions under a number of categories, all of which include sub-categores that delve deeper into the specifics of an article. The Main categories include: News, Technplogy, Science, World and Business, Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming. There fare also sections for Videos and Podcast^. ¿ D iggcovers a hugely broad range of headlines, from "Linux wins Nigerian school desktops back from Microsoft" to "Mark Wahlberg will star in Max Payne movie!" Digg has been subject to a number of complaints, mainly centered around the idea that the users have too much control over content, thus harvesting potential misinformation. In early May, Digg came under fire after a user posted an encryption key for cracking the HD DVD and Blu-ray formats. Digg took action on the advice of lawyers and took down the story. The Digg community revolted after what was the site's first major sign of editorial, censorship, and banded together to include the encryption key in numerous front page submissions and comments. The actions of the users prompted this statement from digg founder Kevin Rose: "After seeing hundreds of stories and reading thousands of comments, you've made it clear. You'd rather see Digg go down fighting than bow down to a bigger company." Digg takes out the middle man and allows the readers themselves to decide what is interesting. Digg.com is revolutionizing the way news is delivered, read, and perceived. I Wä^^ng* ^TtüfFic* and High Gums Príccs? No M p f e f e i n with a Vespai Free P i c k u p iMììd aí¡ of Southern Delivery to California* \ /M'ìdA 1725 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 &TT~&t3~3033 w w w * vespaaiceamside. am Sales, Rentals, Parts & Service Hours: 7 days a week 1 0AM-6 PM P IAGGIO . " ... 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JPhqto courtesy ofKyle Trembley, Sports Information Director Chargers move intofirstplace with big win over Colts BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The Chargers came into Sunday night's game with a record of 4-4, looking to capitalize on the Indianapolis Colts loss of momentum. The Colts received their first loss of the season in week nine against the New England Patriots, in the most highly touted game of the season. The Chargers struck quick and held the lead, relying on their superb pass protection, in front of a packed and soggy Qualcomm Stadium. The Chargers came right out of the gate with a bang, as Darren Sproles returned the opening kickoff for 89 yards and a touchdown. Seven plays into the ensuing Colts possession, Quarterback Peyton Manning threw an interception to Chargers cornerback, Antonio Cromartie. Cromarte has made a name for himself in the past four weeks, intercepting six passes; three of which were in Sunday night's game. Just under three minutes later another Manning pass was intercepted, this time by linebacker, Shaun Phillips. Chargers kicker, Nate Kaeding nailed a 33-yard field goal at the 7:14 mark in the first quarter, bringing the Chargers lead to 1 0-0. After a three-and-out drive by Indianapolis, Darren Sproles returned yet another kick or a touchdown, this time a punt for 4 5 y ards. Later in the first, yet another Manning pass was intercepted, again by Antonio Cromartie. Through only 15 minutes of play Manning had already thrown three interceptions. 22 seconds into the second quarter, another Manning pass was picked off by Cromartie, making it Cromartie's third interception of the game, tying his season total in just under 16 minutes of play. The Chargers scored again with 8:47 to go in the second quarter, on a LaDainian Tomlinson four yard rush, pushing the lead to 23-0. The Colts finally got on the board late in the second, as Manning passed to wide receiver* Reggie Wayne for eight yards. The Colts regained possession in the final minutes of the second quarter, as kicker, Adam Vinatieri missed a 44-yard field goal WRITERS WANTED m \ki A k.1 11 r v GET PUBLISHËPIlfeldE THE CAMPUSCOMMUNITY M B B HBww^u uu » Bwwtin ^ B Hu ir pride^csusm Contact T he Pride student n ewpaper ^j^p ^ . as the final seconds of the quarter passed. The Chargers took a 23-7 lead into half time, providing some cushion for the unpredictable Colts offense lead by Manning. Manning's unpredictability continued into the third quarter, as he threw his fifth interception, this time picked off by linebacker Matt Wilhelm. The Colts comeback push started early in the fourth quarter as Manning passed to reserve running back, Kenton Keith for a seven yard touchdown, then converted the two point attempt on a pass to tight end, Bryan Fletcher. On the ensuing possession, Chargers quarterback, Philip Rivers fumbled. The ball was recovered by Colt's linebacker, Gary Bracket in the end zone for a touchdown. The Colts failed the two point attempt, keeping the score at 23-21, Chargers. The Colts, down by just two points had an opportunity to take the lead with 1:30 left in the game, and kicker, Adam Vinatieri missed his second field goal of the night. This kick was an easier 29-yard shot, and this time, costing the Colts the lead, and potentially the victory. The Chargers narrowly escaped the Colts after scoring no second half points, on the way to one of their biggest wins of the season. The loss brings the Colts record to 7-2. The Chargers are now 5 -4 v and have sole possession of first place. The Chargers travel to Florida next Sunday to face the Jacksonville Jaguars at 10:00 a.m. on CBS. 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Is he going to retire, or is he going to return. So they can make moves to improve the team. But the main hope is that he will return to the team next month, where he will earn near $4 million of his $6.75 million contract, saving the Ducks $2.75 million in salary cap room and having a possibility to make a move towards acquiring a possible star forward who will become a free agent towards the trade deadline. Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@csusm. edu or pride@csusm.edu. the other two were. On Nov. 5, Peter Forsberg had a major setback from a possible return to the NHL. The Philadelphia Flyers have While preparing to play for continued to go on a hitting Swedish National Hockey Team rampage this season when they at the Karjala Cup, Forsberg's added Patrice Bergeron to the surgically repaired ankle began list of victims they have leveled. to be uncomfortable to skate On Oct. 27, Randy Jones lined once again. up Bergeron and checked him Now Forsberg taking several head first into the boards from steps back from competing probehind leaving Bergeron on the fessionally again. He has hopes ice motionless. Bergeron would that it will be a small problem be wheeled off the ice and was and doctors would be able to fix diagnosed with a Grade 3 con- it with a small medical procedure. cussion and a broken nose. But the more likely option Now after two weeks, Bergeron has yet to gain move- will be Forsberg to not go under ment in his head and it is possi- the knife again and instead call ble that Bergeron's career is over it quits retiring from competiat age 22 as he has suffered the tive hockey. If Forsberg does most severe concussions possi- retire, he will be leaving behind ble when he loss consciousness his legacy of two Stanley Cups with the Colorado Avalanche on the ice. Jones received a two game sus- and two Olympic gold medals pension for his hit on Bergeron. with Sweden. For the first time since winThis suspension is mediocre compared to his teammate's, ning the Conn Smyth Trophy Steve Downie (20 games) and and his fourth Stanley Cup, first Jesse Boulerice (25 games) sus- with his brother Rob and the pensions for their hits to the Anaheim Ducks, Scott Niedermayer started skating. head. Niedermayer was rumored However, unlike Downie who left his feet to hit Ottawa Senators to have been playing pickup and Boulerice who cross-checked hockey at the Westminster Ice Vancouver Canucks Ryan Kesler Arena with former Ducks playto the face. The league felt that ers, Travis Green and Jeff FriJones' intention on the hit was not esen. Going into Saturday, Nov. to try and hurt Bergeron, whereas 10, the Ducks are in first place BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer • I ü 4i i iyp& \i m i¥ p ®¡>. m i rv „ I I I 1 i !• l i H l 1 «W i l l llBt Wà BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer rate section of the plane set aside. You know, the "crying/kicking/ I travel quite a bit. I enjoy a puking" section. I can't wait to change of pace. I have a clan- see what the little overhead icon destine affair with the state of for it is going to be. And if that's Oregon. I did some indecent not enough, I'm usually seated things to Maine as well. Don't between the guy with the allereven get me started on Ireland. gies and the guy who falls asleep However, every time I travel I and starts drooling. THE CAR consider a career as either a stand The minute I start traveling up comic (which might not be too successful) or a sitcom writer by car, I usually r un into the (which probably would have been same problems I r un into while successful before they started commuting. Listen carefully: to move left, you must not only be striking). I have two methods oftravel: car traveling faster than the car in and plane. I'm sure some people your lane but ALSO traveling still travel by train, but I don't faster than the car you are about recommend it in the US. They're to cut off. If you want to live. like public buses on tracks. And And it seems that when on the so, here are the issues. Well, a open road, my companions and I never have to use the restroom few of them, anyway. facilities until we're in a land THE PLANE where everyone's brother is also I like children. I really do. As long as I don't have to hear them. their uncle and you can hear the Or occasionally see them. Hon- theme f rom 'Deliverance' playestly, there are quite a few kids ing softly as soon as you exit that I like, and the little buggers the car. A lesson in advance: it's seem to be ok with me. It's just better to squat in a bridesmaid that the minute you put one onto dress than stop at the gas station a plane it turns into the spawn in Pendleton, Oregon. of Satan. Before you even try to Hop in your car. Buy some say, "But Toria, I know one that last minute plane tickets. Hell, never cries," I'm telling you that find a rich significant other and if you put it on a plane with me, • have them take you on a cruise. it will. I know that children are Just make a checklist first. No apparently too delicate to ship in babies. No gas station bathrooms. cargo, though I had considered it, And nowhere with a 2:1 banjo to but maybe we could get a sepa- person ratio. §1 Wà M fis [J f Ä1 wvj Spi 1 L Jr Write a VI I I 1 fS L, i 1 ; ,f mw ML m m and email it t o pride@€$u$tHuedii Thoughts on the 2008 presidential election, social and economical problems, unfair conditions for students, stair related injuries on campus, problems with articles or previous letters to the Editor compliments of how flawless the Pride is every week; all are encouraged.! Just for Shiggles By Jenny Bigpond ÉACH SECTION 6>y P i L E S J T H E SECtlVTLY Top ts ttY I* OR&AMZED FLOOR USED RAR^tY miyj IS PU-E, US£D MY U P PILE �DROPPING: CD RELIASES R OCK (IMothership (LED ZEPPELIN Contains some of the best classic songs (from one of the best classic rock bands ever. 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(Email went submissions to pridB@csusm.edu ATTN: Cäendar óf Events) Violence « ^iivi^É^^^^JK''"" - i Basket Making Demonstration 1 2 : 0 0 p m - 1 :00pm Forum Plaza A m e r i c a n I ndian S tudent �8 Tuesday, November 13, 2007 J A~\ U &C J —/ E . / THE PRIDE •j 1IÍÍilllll»»*»*»*í R e v Fi W l*MM(MMMMIIIt 11*Ue rMMMMM«« ** « M««« w »* STRAWBERRY piELDS pOREVER "Across the Universe" does the Beatles justice BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer It is a risky experiment to take the works of a musical group and format them into a musical. Broadway has done this well with ABBA and Billy Joel in "Mamma Mia!" and "Movin' Out", respectively. However, there have been limited voyages into the film medium. For the longest time, Pink Floyd's "The Wall" has been the only entry to speak of in this sub-genre. But thanks to the work of director Julie Taymor, a fitting musical tribute has been made to the Beatles in "Across the Universe". "Across the Universe" is the story of Jude, a 20-something British man, who travels to America to meet his father. In the process, he meets Max, a college student, and they become friends after some 'American hospitality' and 'a little help from his friends'. When Jude goes to Max's home for Thanksgiving, he meets his sister Lucy, with whom he falls in love. Then begins the main plot as the three travel to New York City to see what life is all about. Along the way they meet Sadie, a middle aged club singer, Jo Jo, a guitarist who suffered through the Detroit City Riots, and Prudence, a young women who discovers Image courtesy ofInterscope.com she is different from other girls. These characters share experiences in turbulent 1970s America. All the while, 30 Beatles songs are masterfully splashed into the plot. Plus, the cameos by Bono, Eddie Izzard, Selma Hayek, Joe Cocker, and others pack a musical punch. But unlike recent celluloid musicals, "Chicago", "Moulin Rouge", "Hairspray", the main characters in this movie are likely to be performers you are not familiar with. The difference is they do not go 'over the top' in their performances and can flat out sing. For Beatles fans, this movie has some surprises as songs lyrics are woven into the dialogue and as you may have guessed, the characters names. When you take the music from the greatest group of all time and put it in a musical, it is no surprise that it would also be great. This movie caused me to fall in love all over again with some of my favorite songs, and I now have the soundtrack on my iPod constantly. Despite a few scenes of weak dialogue, this movie is awesome. It opened in select cities a while back, but now is coming to local theaters, so check your local listing. All you need is love, and to see this movie. Pub & Grill BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Abita Brewing Company brews Purple Haze in Abita Springs, Louisiana. Abita Springs sits 30 miles north of New Orleans. Currently, the company brews over 62,000 barrels of beer and 3,000 barrels of root beer. Unlike most root beer companies, the brewery uses sugar cane as the source of sugar for their root beer. The brewery has a diverse line of brews including Turbodog which earned number one beer in America by "Stuff Magazine" in August, 2005. The brewery proudly uses Abita pure spring water that has been tested free of manmade contaminants. The brewery solely utilizes spring water, malted bare1 e y, hops, and yeast in all of their recipes. The brewery does not use preservatives. They also focus on being an environmental efficient company. The brewery uses 70% less energy than traditional brewing methods. They also maintain a wastewater treatment plant and use a specific packaging technique to ensure the lowest usage of recycled paper as possible. The depleted grain and hops employed in the manufacturing process feeds cattle for local Abita farmers. Naturally, purple hues dominate the cardboard packaging containing six 12 fluid ounce brown glass bottles. The design of the content printed on the packaging remains simplistic and elementary. The labels on the bottles contain the same format. However, a shiny silver line adds charisma to the shades of purple. A silver bottle cap with the word "Abita!" stamped onto it caps a beer with 4.75% alcohol by volume. The raspberry wheat beer pours smooth with almost no head. Aromas similar to raspberry champagne occupy the surrounding atmosphere. The beer also mimics the bright golden rays comparable to most champagne. The beer sends tingling sensations to the tongue and cheeks upon entry. A mellow sensation follows after the beer descends onward. The beer has a more biscuit flavor than raspberry flavor. Only briefly between sip and swallow can traces of raspberry be found. The brewers recommend enjoying the beer with salads or light f ruit desserts. They even recommend enjoying the beer as a dessert after dinner by itself. For another delicious f ruit oriented brew, consider sampling Pyramid's Apricot Hefeweizen. Cheers! BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer The moment I walk into Hensley's Flying Elephant Pub and G rill, I am greeted with a warm and cheerful feeling. The décor is a little rockabilly, a little California, punk rock, and Irish. Powerful red walls and black highlightsflowthroughout the restaurant. Located on Tamarack Ave near the 1-5, the pub is a quick jump off the freeway and a walk from the beach. It possesses a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. There is usually something going on every night of the week. Regular spots are filled Wednesday through Saturday with live music and Sunday is Happy Hour all day. Tuesday nights the pub features an eightball double elimination pool tournament. Registration for the tournament is eight dollars and prizes are awarded to first, second, and third place. On Wednesday nights, Joe Wood and the Lonely Boys entertain patrons with road- house blues. On Thursday nights, the owner, Matt Hensley, formerly of the band Flogging Molly, and friends play traditional Irish music. Saturday nights feature various artists and often host philanthropic events to benefit the local community. Check out the web site for changes or special events at wwwhensleyspub.com. Football and soccer are viewed on plasma screens above the bar. In the back of the pub is a dance floor and stage for special events and parties. The most popular dish on the menu is the $2.95 fish taco. Entrees vary in price from $5.25 for sandwiches to $15.00 for the Guinness battered shrimp. Throughout the week, the pub offers specials on drinks and on Sundays the Happy Hour menu includes a variety of dishes. Music starts early so come around 7:30 to enjoy the entertainment with dinner. If you are looking for a relaxed evening with live music orjust a good screen to watch the game on, think about driving out to Hensley's and enjoy one of Carlsbad's newest gems. Photo by Katie McBrayer / The Pride � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 audit CSU compensation fall 2007 Native American Heritage Month politics Veteran's Day https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/aa4939fa1dcc01b0e4c0f4de96bcdaf9.pdf af091b51308bbf3042a7860fc0b4b5f2 PDF Text Text ADINL C PS DT A OE IO I ^H ri£\f ^H | 1 J\ILyE % ^B I N D E P E N D E N T S T U D E N T N EWSPAPER C ALIFORNIA STATE U NIVERSITY SAN M ARCOS T U E S D A Y , N O V E M B E R 2 0, 2 0 0 7 www.thecsusmpride.com Students move to freeze tuition increase BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer The decades long trend of unbridled tuition increases in the California State University and University of California may soon come to a halt. Over the past five years, tuition has increased in the CSU and UC system by 94 percent and 84 percent, respectively. For lower, working, and now even middle class California students, a college education is quickly becoming afleetingaspiration, as many are being priced out of college. A new "groundbreaking" student movement could change all of that. California students made legislative history on Nov. 14, filing the first-ever student-led ballot initiative to freeze tuition in the CSU and UC systems. If passed, the initiative would suppress any further tuition increases for the next five years and would not permit subsequent tuition increases to surpass the rate of inflation. See INCREASE, page 2 President Haynes announces Brakebill award recipient BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer On Nov. 16, President Karen Haynes announced Dr. Juan Necochea will be the recipient of the 2008 Brakebill Distinguished Professor Award. The highest faculty honor awarded at CSUSM, the Brakebill award is granted annually to a faculty member that demonstrates extraordinary achievement in teaching. The award derives its name from former executive vice chancellor of the Cal State University, Harry E. Brakebill. In honor of his valued efforts during CSUSM's infancy, Brakebill's daughter, See B RAKEBILL, page 2 B feil^K VOL. XVIII NO. 13 Parking permit price to rise funding," said Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation Services Belinda Garcia. "[These projects] are not state-funded, so it By Fall 2009, students reg- is all self-sufficient." Garcia said Parking lot F cost istering for classes at CSUSM may have to take up extra hours $3.3 million. The new parking lot at work. Not for tuition, not for opened in 2006 and gave way for 1,523 new parking spaces. The books—but for parking. As part of a three-tier plan to funds to build that came straight fund the construction of Parking out of Parking Services' funds, lot F, prices have been increasing and the three-tier plan is designed since 2003, when they increased to replenish them, she said. Garcia to $158. In spring of 2006 they also clarified that CSUSM is not increased to $248 and by the Fall alone in being self-sufficient T>n of2009 they will have increased such matters, as all the other CSU another $90 to $338. The prices parking services departments rely for motorcycle permits would on their own funds to build new structures. remain the same. Cal State San Marcos students, "We cannot build parking infrastructures without the however, are feeling the pinch in BY VIRIDIANA PACHECO-ISSAC Pride Staff Writer s osti $13 CSU F their wallets already. "They are already so expensive," said Psychology major Geiiima Fields. "That is almost $100 that I do not have for rent, gas, etcetera. Some people cannot even afford to buy books." Fields explained the increase in parking permit prices might drive some students to park illegally at the shopping center structure across the street from campus. Out of the closest CSU campuses in the area, San Marcos has the most expensive prices compared to San Diego State University's parking permits, which went for $135 for Fall 2007. CSU Fullerton had theirs for $144 and Long Beach for $98. Some universities offer cheaper prices for students living in the dorms, while CSUSM are all the same. 5 $ 1 44 From left to right: San Diego State University, California State University Fullerton, California State University Long Beach and California State University San Marcos current parking permit prices. CSU Board of Trustees submit 2 008/09 budget proposal Student fees slated to increase in near future BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer On Nov. 13-14, the CSU Board of Trustees met in an open session to review the preliminary draft of a state budget request for the 2008/09 CSU academic year. During the brief plenary meeting on Nov. 13, the Trustees implemented an ad hoc committee to review last week's state audit issues on CSU executive compensation. The temporary committee will report to the Trustees during their Jan. 22-23 meeting in Long Beach. The Trustees also established a budget request asking Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger for state funding for the 2008/09 school year. The governor will announce his proposed budget for the state of California by Jan. 10. The budget request also called for another 10 percent student fee increase in the CSU system. $24 8 Cross country competes in NAIA championship BY TIM MOORE Dina Cervantes, Chair of the housing and transportation costs Pride Staff Writer California State Student Asso- and having to work multiple CSUSM cross country ciation, and Lieutenant Governor jobs. A vast majority of students tried its hand at its first ever John Garamendi are prominent are just over the cusp of what is NAIA Cross Country National advocators against student fee considered financial aid worthy Championship on Saturday and are judged as dependants of increases. Student fees have nearly in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The their families and receive little doubled over the past five years. men's team placed 9th overall support." The only year that did not garner a and the women's team placed The Trustees avoided voting fee increase was the same year of 13th overall. on fee raises during their meetthe state gubernatorial election. Senior Sergio Gonzalez led ing, instead postponing such On Nov. 13, Garamendi the pack for the Cougars, finishaddressed the Board of Trustees. action until no later than March ing in 11th place overall with a "We have seen a dramatic shift in 2008. The budget proposal to the time of 25:14. Senior Sean Broour state's priorities over the past governor included a request for a snan finished close behind in decade, reducing state funding $73 million fee "buy-out." If the 19th place overall, with a time for higher education and balanc- "buy-out" is rejected, student of25:24. ing the state's budget on the backs fees will ultimately increase. of our students," said Garamendi. See NAIA, page 2 See TRUSTEES, page 2 "Sadly, this path takes our state in the wrong direction - creeping down the road to privatization by shifting the cost of higher educaNO ISSUE OF THE PRIDE tion from the public at large to students and their families. It's NEXT WEEK, TUESDAY NOV. 27 time to say enough is enough." Cervantes echoed Garamendi's mm concerns, stating "CSU students Visit www.thecsusmpride.com for updates are hurting due to constant fee increases, overpriced textbooks, �for student interests, he has not met success in all venues. The Regents and Board of Trustees rejected his proposals last week. "The legislature and the governor don't always make things happen that people want to happen," said campaign director Chris Vaeth in a conference call with student reporters on Nov. 13. Having submitted the initiative, the group will wait on the Attorney General to draft the official title and summary to appear on the petition forms. Volunteers will then collect signatures from January all the way up to the April 17, 2008 deadline. In order to make the ballot for the November 2008 elections, the group will be forced to collect over 400,000 signatures by the April deadline. According to Valeria Fike-Rosales, a lead organizer for the group, Tuition Relief Now has compiled a database of over 1500 interested on-campus organizations, "creating a large volunteer base throughout the UC and C SU" "Because this campaign is volunteer-driven, we have really been trying to increase student organizing on each of these campuses in addition to reaching out to community colleges, high school students, parent organizations, and other community organizations that would have a vested interest in this campaign," said Rosales. Although the group has made an effort to reach out to the UC and CSU faculty unions, according to Vaeth, "they haven't taken a position." However, Vaeth maintained that there have been discussions with the two groups on the matter. "I think once this initiative is filed, it will start to shake out... where people place themselves in support of the initiative and then what they put towards it in terms of volunteers and resources. While the advantages to students are clear, Vaeth asserted that there is also a "corollary benefit" offered by the initiative. Anyone who signs the petition for the initiative must be a registered voter, a challenge that the group will meet by offering on-the-spot voter registration. As a result, Vaeth claims, "we anticipate registering at least 100,000 new, young voters. les, addressed the Committee on Finance saying "Faculty live Garamendi was quick to point with the consequences on our stuout the political underlying of such dents of your decisions. There a budget proposal and called for the is a disjuncture for students who Trustees to eliminate the mention are paying more and getting less. of student fees all together. "This When gas prices go up, at least we budget document is put together in still get a gallon of gas. But stusuch a way that it assumes you've dent fees go up while courses are lost the battle (to get enough fund- cut, it gets harder to get necessary ./-,: o~ <<|! J ^ è t ò c SMtf ^ t S j à-lf ^ c^ctó^HAM TH0MP$ÖM J © ing to avoid fee hikes) before the classes to graduate. Our students fight. Let them come and tell us to are working more, which hurts raise fees. Right now you are let- them in the classroom. " ting the legislature and governor On Wednesday Nov. 14, the off the hook. You are throwing Trustees approved the $4.8 bilin the towel before you have even lion budget request to the state had the fight." for 2008-09 academic year, which y, Garamendi also asked for the assumes a $322.7 million budget Trustees to freeze student fee increase over last year's budget. r fe increases and to instead issue a Broken down, the budget consists new policy that associates fee of $3.3 billion from the state General Fund and $1.4 billion from increases strictly with inflation. California Faculty Associa- student fee revenue. tion President Lillian Taiz, a hisThe Trustees are also requesttory professor at CSU Los Ange- ing $155.2 million to help address further high priority issues of the CSU system including an increase in the number of tenured faculty, allowing an additional one percent in compensation for all CSU employees, funding an additional one percent enrollment growth, student services initiatives, applied research in agriculture, biotechnology, fresh water and marine studies, conducting a teacher performance assessment to meet the requirements of SB1209, and expanding enrollment in CSU nursing programs. Under the Higher Education Compact, CSU should see enrollment growth of 2.5 percent, which translates to approximately 445,000 students. However, CSU is expecting an additional 4,000 students in the 2008/09 year. So far, those 4,000 students are not funded in the budget, spelling out more financial trouble if universities do not receive additional funding from the state. The budget also calls for a three percent ($91.1 million) compensation increase for faculty and staff as well as a 2.83 percent increase ($86 million) to address faculty and staff salary lags. According to the California Postsecondary Education Commission, the CSU faculty salary lag is at 12.9 percent. "This budget request positions the CSU to maintaining access and academic quality," said CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed. "We are asking the state to fund enrollment growth, provide revenue to avoid an increase in student fees, and support compensation increases that will help the system make progress toward its goal of paying market-competitive salaries for faculty and staff." From NAIA, page 1 From B RAKEBILL, page 1 tion, Policy, Organization, and Leadership, a Master of Arts in Bilingual Education, and four credentials. Before coming to San Marcos, Dr. Necochea taught at various schools and worked as a principal for an elementary school and a high school. He has also conducted extensive research on administration and management, as well as on diverse student programs. T H E CIPRIDE E DITOR I N C HIEF : SM » From INCREASE, page 1 The group in charge of this initiative operates under the title, Students and Families for Tuition Relief Now. With the help of the Greenlining Institute, a public policy group, UC and CSU students are rapidly mobilizing to curb tuition increases. This movement coincides with efforts by Lieutenant Governor John Garamendi, who presented a strikingly similar proposal to the UC Regents and the CSU Board of Trustees at their meetings last week. Garamendi also recently wrote an op-ed piece for the LA Times titled, Freeze California's College Fees. Although Garamendi has proven to be a powerful advocate From TRUSTEES, page 1 a»d length. 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The estimated value js I , suspicious, then ', föfeäe www? skm amicali th 1 1/9*07 H WtaiIM Petty theft. Parking permit stcrten from an unlocked vehicle io tot G, ' - C U A W TH O G R AC K m o an are on the m EN �SPORTS THE PRIDE Chargers lose in Jacksonville, remain in first place BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The Chargers came into Sunday's contest with the Jacksonville Jaguars looking to capitalize on their momentum a fter a huge victory over one of the league's best teams. Last Sunday, despite having a horrific second half, the Chargers managed to defeat the then 7-1 Indianapolis Colts in a brisk and soggy night at Qualcomm. The Chargers fortunes were not the same on Sunday, as they traveled to the east coast to take on the injury prone Jaguars in a game that had playoff implications for both teams. Jaguars quarterback, David Garrard started his first game in nearly a month, after coming back from a high ankle sprain suffered in their October 22nd game against Indianapolis. Garrard pleased the home crowd, completing 15 of 24 passes for 189 yards and two touchdowns. The Jaguars put up the first points of the game thanks to a 48-yard Josh Scobee field goal. Jacksonville scored again with 40 seconds remaining in the first quarter as running back, Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for a one-yard touchdown. The Chargers scored their first points at Tuesday; November 20, 2007 begins with a question... ... and ends with discovery the ten minute point in the second quarter, on a-23-yard Nate Kaeding field goal. Jacksonville quarterback, David Garrard passed to wide receiver, Reggie Brown through the middle for a 36-yard touchdown, bringing the Jaguars lead to 17-3 at halftime. LaDainian Tomlinson rushed for six yards to the right for a touchdown at the beginning of third quarter, bringing the Chargers within seven points, only for Jacksonville to strike again, this time on a David Garrard to Marcedes Lewis oneyard touchdown pass. The Chargers got their only passing touchdown with five minutes left in the fourth quarter. Philip Rivers passed to Antonio Gates through the middle for 24 yards. Jacksonville's defense held the Chargers through the rest of game, resulting in a 24-17 victory, knocking the Chargers off track, and leaving them questioning their future in the playoffs. The Jaguars are now 7-3 on the season. The loss brings the Chargers to a record of 5-5, however, they still remain in first place in the AFC West. The Chargers come back home next Sunday to face the 4-6 Baltimore Ravens at 1:15 p.m. on CBS. The 2008 CSUSM Student Research Competition! Qualitative or quantitative research projects with clear purpose, methodology and interpretation of results completed in Spring, Summer, or Fall 2007 may be entered. Applications Due: Friday, February 15,2008 Oral presentations: Friday/ February 29,2008 Ten Finalists will receive cash awards and travel to the CSU Statewide Competition! 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The holiday shopping season spans f rom the middle of November, up u ntil C hristmas day. Shoppers are d rawn to online shopping mainly through the benefits of f ree shipping and the ability to locate the cheapest price on an item in a relatively short amount of time. Among the f rontrunners f or this holiday season's shopping websites are eBay.com, A mazon, com, Overstock.com, and Shopzilla.com. One of the most recognizable names on the internet is eBay. Since its inception in 1995, eBay, com has become a top ten website in A merica based on hits, eBay is unique to many of the other e -commerce sites, d ueto its use of online auctions that amass the m ajority of sales on the website. eBay is also unique in that the basis is for their service is to serve as the middle-man, connecting sellers to buyers, rather than directly selling products. Founded in 1994, Amazon, com was one of the first companies to sell goods on the web. Dependability and longevity o ffers A mazon users a sense of security. A mazon began as an online bookstore, and has since evolved to f eature a nything f rom music, to clothing, to b ulk g roceries. O verstock.com f eatures some of t he lowest p rices on t he web. Overstock sells s urplus, u sed and new items, and calls itself " your o nline outlet." Overstock's new items have b een said to set p rice s tandards, and are t ypically t he c heapest of any of t he m ajor o nline shopping websites. Shopzilla.com is one of the most u seful tools when it comes to shopping on the internet. Shopzilla, formerly BizRate, aggregates items f rom thousands of online stores to create one comprehensive search that allows users to find the best price available. Shopzilla c laims to "enable shoppers to quickly and easily find, compare, and buy anything, sold by v irtually anyone, anywhere." For some, there is no bigger t hrill than to physically hunt f or deals and fend o ff savage b argain hunters on Black Friday, but the f acts still r emain, e -commerce is on the rise, and it is showing no signs of slowing down. In today's technology Name your price R adiohead's r evolution t o revive t he i ndustry DISCBOX D OWNLOAD FRE-GRQER DETAILS DETAILS ItllMHi P • 1 LEASE REMEMBER THAT THE DISCBOX INCLUDES A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD DOWNLOAD INFORMATION AS PER BELOW. BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Thom Yorke has always been known for his unconventional musical style. So when it came time to announce to f ans his plans for a new record, using unconventional tactics was nothing out of the ordinary. Yorke's band, Radiohead, recently released " In Rainbows," their seventh album in the most untraditional fashion - exclusively online and at any price, including f ree. The alternative rockers f rom England decided b ack in October that the album would be made available for download through a website dedicated to its release. What was also u nheralded was that they would allow f ans to determine how much they would want to pay. Prior to this album, Radiohead's According to a study conducted by comScore Inc., 40 percent of previous records were distributed people in the U.S. who decided to by recording label Capitol/EMI. purchase the album paid an aver- "Hail to the T hief', released back in age of $8.05. Outside the U.S., 62 2003, was the last album produced percent decided not to pay a single by the label. The move to a purely cent and 38 percent of people who digital format v ia the Internet will paid for the music spent on average be examined closely by recording $6. A 4-week study that began in executives to determine if it can October concluded that 1.2 million lead to a commercial success or a people visited the website set up by huge flop. the band with intentions to downIn July, Prince made a similar load "In Rainbows." decision to hand out f ree copies What Radiohead has done is . of his album "Planet E arth" in the essentially make piracy useless and U.K. It helped cross promote 13 concerts in the region - all of which DRM-free for their new songs. This past October, a court in were sold out. " In R ainbows" is c urrently Duluth, MN, convicted 30-year old Jammie Thomas of pirating 24 copy- available v ia digital d ownload righted songs and was ordered to pay oq t heir website, R adiohead.com. $222,000 to the Recording Indusry The b and also stated they w ill Association of America. In this age also be releasing a physical CD of digital downloading, Radiohead on J anuary 1, 2008, a lthough no has decided to pursue this alternative record label has b een a ttached to method of distribution. t he album. Website of the Week •••• Jazz and vocal ensembles ready for Spring semester BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer In the belly of the a rts b uilding, Cal State U niversity San M arcos s tudents a re slowly p reparing f or what is shaping u p to b e a v ery busy, v ery musical semester. W hile the CSUSM J azz and Vocal ensembles have b een relatively u nheard of on c ampus, t hese t wo g roups of s tudents a re r eadying t hemselves to b urst onto t he c ampus scene w ith f ull f orce w ith t he c.oming of t he s pring. Under the leadership of Dr. Mtafiti Imara, Associate Professor of Music, the two ensembles are looking to fill in their r anks with willing and able musicians. "We want to get as many musicians to come out and try-out as possible," said Dr. Imara. However, he also maintained, " "we want musicians who do have some experience." With the Jazz ensemble in particular, Dr. Imara emphasized, "although improvisation is a big part of [Jazz], but we do want people who can read music as well." Like any music group, interested candidates must t ry out and validate themselves in order to j oin either ensemble. Dr. Imara also noted, "it is a competitive t hing...it's not unlike the track team or the baseball team." While the group does demand a solid musical background, they are also looking to embrace a diverse instrumental arrangement. "We're looking for all instrumental musicians. It doesn't have to be a traditional Jazz ensemble, it can b e strings, it can be violin, it can b e any k ind of orchestral instrument." According to Dr. Imara, they plan to play at various j azz festivals, schools, churches, and two unspecified venues in San Diego. Students can also look forward to seeing the two ensembles playing in and around campus next semester. Interested students can contact Dr. Imara by telephone at (760) 750-8007 to arrange a try-out. The Jazz Ensemble meets in ARTS 116 on Monday and Wednesday f rom 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the Vocal Ensemble meets in ARTS 111 on Monday and Wednesday f rom 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Dr. Imara urges those interested to contact him as soon as possible so they can begin practicing for next semester. �FEATURES THE PRIDE November is Native American Month CSUSM's Native population has a place to congregate and give back BY KATHRYN MCBRAYER Pride Staff Writer The American Indian Students Association (AISA) is a CSUSM organization where students are involved in this months' celebration of Native Americans, as well a s activities throughout the year that celebrate and honor Natives in our community. As a part of CSUSM, AISA strives to educate students about Native culture and facilitate leadership opportunities for Native American students. The AISA is involved in cultural events and conferences at high schools and colleges within the community. AISA participates in Intertribal Alliances and organizes fundraisers for Native and non-native communities. The purpose statement for AISA is to "increase awareness and acceptance of American Indian Culture and to promote the educational experience of American Indians on campus by fostering a positive multicultural interaction both in and outside of the classroom." AISA provides spiritual leadership and spiritual events for Natives on campus. They have both a male and female spiritual advisor that students are welcome to contact for guidance. Most recently, AISA is organizing a fundraiser for a plaque to name Tukwut courtyard. The courtyard was renamed from Craven Courtyard to Tukwut Courtyard ear- lier this year and the AISA would like to provide a plaque to signify the name change. In cooperation with the Tribal task force, AISA is accepting donations of household items for the 29 La Jolla families that Jost their home in the recent fires. XlSA is also hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner for those families at Pauma Casino. People who are interested in making cash or household donations are encouraged to contact Claudia McCraine at mccra009@csusm.edu to make their donations. Check out the AISA's web site http://www.csusm.edu/aisa/ for more information on activities throughout the year to get involved in. The AISA is participating in are a sweat lodge and potluck ceremony in Alpine ori Dec 1. The potluck is a celebration of the Cherokee winter ceremony to "honor the long night's sleep of the bear." The ceremony starts at 3 p.m. and the sweat lodge at 4 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring a side dish or beverage and a stuffed bear to donate to local children. AISA will be joining in a drum circle in Norco on Nov 24. The AISA has many opportunities for students who would like to understand more about their own native culture or become knowledgeable of Native culture. Become a Psychologist o r M arriage and Family T herapist a t A lliant. N o w a ccepting a pplications f or Fall 2 008. • Clinical Psychology PhD & PsyD programs APA-accredited • M arital & Family Therapy M A& PsyD programs COAMFTE-accredited O u r p rograms o ffer i ntensive t heoretical a nd p ractical skill b ased t raining, e x p e r t f aculty, small c lass s izes and i ndividualized a ttention. É i C ontact us today t o take t he n ext step. wwfw.alliant.edu/cspp I Wk I - 866-U-ALLIANT admissions@alliant.edu N I A CALIFOR CSPP S C H O O L OF P ROFESSIONAL P S Y C H O L O G Y ALLIANT INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY k A lliant is a private, n onprofit, WASC-accredited university and an equal o pportunity employer and educator. Tuesday, November 20, 2007 Voice • mSm W hat i s y our f amily's s pin o n T hanksgiving? It's in Vegas. We eat lumpia and go gambling/' Jason Nichols £ Grad. Student Literature Major l ililífi Filipino : Jàci yntöt pencer fSWriting Major < titenâure ^ s tuffed wMt a ^uck, stuffed with a chicken/' Brandon Gray t | S -$êhm ¡¡g ^fM^^^^m Literatiúre'& Writing : "My cousin, my aunt and 1 1 go t p Carl's Jr. and my grandma (who cooks the •HHHHH^^^H Doy ou haveà question you wo\ �Blood, Sweat, Bonds and A-Rod, What a Joke Tears, Criticism Church's Influence on Sports BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer What a week. Major League Baseball announced a profit of over $6 billion and for fans outside of San Francisco, the baseball gods have spoken and the federal grand j ury indicted Bonds on one count of obstruction of justice and four counts of perjury based on 19 lies. The lies range from not knowingly taking steroids and lying about being injected with steroids by longtime friend and trainer Greg Anderson. Anderson, who has been in prison since Dec. 7, 2006 for refusing to testify to a grand j ury about Bonds, was released Thursday. Which brings up the question, is he finally going to speak? Being the conspiracy theorist I am, the first question I asked myself was if there was a reason why Anderson was finally released the day after Bonds was indicted? I feel that since the All-Star game was being played in San Francisco and Bonds on the verge of breaking the homerun record this past season. It would have been in the best interest of MLB to step in and pay for Anderson's silence so that with the Texas Rangers in 2000. the league can continue to prosper The Yankees said they were done off of Bonds' success. As it prob- negotiating with A-Rod after they ably would have been damaging would lose $21.3 million still for the league if this would have owed to A-Rod's contract from occurred last year, when it was the Rangers. But after A-Rod realized that rumored that the FEDS had built a strong enough case on Bonds but nobody was offering him the dolnever indicted him. lars he was requiring. He went The Giants still would have back to plan A, which was to get hosted the All-Star game and as much of the Steinbrenner's their near full capacity stadium. money as possible. Without agent But would their road attendances Boras at his side, A-Rod and his have been what it was? Finishing wife talked with the Steinbrenner f ifth on road attendance, it would * brothers and agreed in terms to a be hard to imagine the Giants new contract. Making the Yankees stuck bringing any thing close to those numbers without Bonds and the with a third basemen with great homerun chase. regular season numbers and poor But enough about Bonds for postseason numbers. But that is today, I am sure I will have plenty their problem as they are 1-4 with of columns to come about the guy A-Rod in postseason series and in the next couple months. will have hopes for him to change Let's move on to Alex Rodri- that with another ground breaking contract. guez and the New York Yankees. Let the A-Rod bashing begin, With A-Rod and the Yankees agreeing to an outline of the con- as the greatest player to ever tract worth $275 million over 10 play the game has resold his soul years with incentives to make mil- to the devil making it easier for lions more, it is only a matter of baseball fans to hate A-Rod even time before it is official. more than before. Any comments or questions After A-Rod opted out of the final three years of his $252 mil- can be sent to churc009@csusm. lion, 10 year contract that he signed edu or pride@csusm.edu. PrideComics Battleship complain, and that right there is love. A lot of people say that they So something rather splen- only want "constructive critidid happened. Someone told cism". Well, technically, my me to get counseling. Appar- young compatriots - all critiently, my columns are all cism is constructive. It's someslightly negative. Perhaps one telling you that you suck so you've noticed. Of course, that you can get better. Or, you that's the entire point. This know, so that they can feel that is a column that starts each their day has had a purpose. Sunday when my editor rubs But let's go with the former his hands together and says, instead of the latter. "Ok, Toria, what pissed you So...someone has told you off this week?" that you're worthless/crazy/an Now, I could deal with criti- untalented hack. What now? cism by getting in a fetal posi- You grow from love. You tion, and then getting plastered look at what you're doing and and going Wii bowling, with consider how you can change the copy editor. But no, if I did it to take the criticism into that whenever I got criticized, I account. Or you wake up and realwouldn't have anything left to do on Friday nights. So, time ize that not everyone is going to get our positive on. We're to love everything you do, and going to look at the upside of you tell whoever is criticizing you to either prove they can criticism. Criticism is like the con- do better or stick their criticept of raindrops on roses cism someplace positive and and whiskers on kittens. I t's sparkly. Then you watch "The one of my favorite things. Notebook", while soaking in When someone says they gin and eating Ben and Jerry's hate something I 've done, a with the copy editor, and you warm feeling grows within live to write another day. Booya. me. They care enough to BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Corrections In the November 13te$ueo f 1 * ! tte article *Eat of the W6$k*$hoyy mad "ByKaBiryn The Príáe, By Josh Brown Just for Shiggles By Jenny Bigpond fom PhVER] W03ECT r ISN'T fc./IC£ f/ WE IT \ f c R O V X 9 A SS\6IVMEW1 A L L p U E AFTER/ SET THURSDAY AND / F R I D A Y ÔFf J^ST) ^ fc&LAXjEATjBE N^HTH FAMH-Y L k^D 1 �THE PRIDE Tuesday, November 20, 2007 I Hü H v NOV 30-DEC 2 S AN DIEGO C niFORNIA 'i ÄIMGELi www.nppl.com M AEW. THE JPJFtOUD. RINES THE F 909 230 4380 gj 7 �H .^Sê • g ö an WÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ s* ITI Bf?*«* Tintie/Pride Stoff Writer ^mm OUNDTRACK ¿fci i^RiOUS ARTISTS I Q < s s* mm H • m ml >ugh music to actually make CD? Jusfta&eafeteniofùs in, party mix M you won't be appointed. COUNTRY Greatest Hits P THUR8AN ; An original singing cowboy drops of hls most recognizable songs onto one CDforyour listenmg OCK pteastire, jCëlTW Uf-fXU the World: Very B g|j est of Ratt f c i y ^fevorite an : ixeefient BÔ'shair band. Plckftup id relîve the Long Haïr Era. liili^ Holiday Gift Pack THEBEACH BOYS The epitome of California surfer music, this package brings together two CDs plus a DVD ail for an affordable price. i-Sides ate of the best fake bands ver listen to it and try to igine what the band really >ks like. Or dont Images courtesy of amazon.com authority or a romantic looking city driven by knowledge. Gamers are to balance workers Electronic Arts (EA) released with residents, known as Sims. Sim City Societies in the United A harmonious balance will proStates on Nov. 15, 2007. Maxis duce the most revenue, known as developed the first four editions Simoleons. This may not be the in the Sim City line for EA. How- best game for extreme Marxists. balance c apbe created by ever, EA chose Titled Mill Enter- A tainment for the developer of the fifth installment. The new game remains a building simulator although the game focuses primarily on cultural engineering. Regardless of the change, the 5 ©• game provides loads of entertainment. The game allows for * » gamers to build towards a certain culturally diverse city. There are S g» S nine categories of focus, which s are normal, small town, indus« trial, capitalist, romantic, fun I ft city, contemplative, authoritarS ian and cyberpunk. Driving these categories are six social energies, which are productivity, which prosperity, creativity, spiritualaffect the overall ity, authority and knowledge. The city develops specifically happiness of the Sims. Of course according to the actions of the the game becomes more exciting gamer. For example, a gamer with an intentional meteor shower could choose to have an authori- or a killer storm. The game retains tarian looking city driven by a handful of key elements from BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer past Sim Cites such as a scrolling menu bar with constant updates such as "Acclaimed spy novelist Mira Wallace wanted for questioning by SimNation authorities on suspicion of espionage" which was reported on Monday at 9 AM. The game allows for analyzing Sims on an individual basis. Jen Heidke, Sim of Ghettofabville stated, "I've got myself afinejob working at the Tulip Nursery and I could not be happier." The Sims can also be individually viewed by a camera that will follow them as they walk around the city. Furthermore an awesome new feature of the game allows gamers to edit the game. Users can edit the game via Extensible Markup Language (XML) file or edit the game script file. Essentially the game has morphed into a culture micromanaging simulator. The difficulty of the game has decreased dramatically. Gone are the days of ruthless mayors and steep taxes as known in the four previous Sim City games. Now are the days of happy Sims and themed cities. Do not hock Sim City 4 on e-Bay just yet. The Bank credits Mexican food as an Old Town favorite BY JACKIE CARBA JAL Pride Staff Writer Choosing the right dining locale should never be a stressful event. If you're in the mood for traditional Mexican food and are looking for a little history with your meal, look no further than The Bank of Mexican Food in Temecula. Don't let the name fool you. This doesn't involve the exchange of chimichangas for burritos and food, albeit good food, is not considered currency in Temecula. The Bank is simply your typical 'hole in the wall' nestled deep in the heart of Temecula's Old Town Front Street. The building, constructed in 1914, served originally as The First National Bank of Temecula. After enduring a foiled robbery attempt in 1930, closure during WWII, and a short run as an antique shop, The Bank was refurbished into a Mexican style restaurant in 1978. Priding itself as the second oldest restaurant in Temecula, the newly remodeled eatery still maintains t he ambiance of the Old West. Guests receive nothing short of attentive service upon walking through the double paneled doorway of the quaint building with its high ceilings and Mexican art adorned walls. On a warm day, patio seating is available with the view of not only other Old Town buildings, but also a fountain waterfall. Upon seating, the server will bring out tortilla chips and dipping salsa. As tasty as it may be, take caution in filling up on this complimentary appetizer. Meals range in price from $3.45 quesadillas to $11.95 carnitas or carne asada. The menu offers combination platters of up to three traditional Mexican entrees for $8.95. If you consider ordering the El Banco burrito, I suggest requesting the salsa to a minimum unless you prefer soup in your burrito. The carne asada burrito is a great choice. If you prefer your burritos packed with goodness, make sure you fill it Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride up with the beans and rice that come with the plate. Drinks offered include Old Town Bottled Root beer, Horchata and Margaritas. Each entrée comes with rice and beans and select entrees include The Bank's signature guacamole in a decadent miniature tortilla shell. The Bank's historical significance and one of a kind featuresguests have the option of dining in the exclusive bank vault-will stay with you long after the fullness in your tummy subsides. If you remember to limit your chip and salsa intake and keep your combination plate to a minimum, you may still have room for one of the three dessert options offered. Aside from the choices of flan and deep fried ice cream, the $2.25 churro definitely takes the cake(so to speak). Filled inside with custard and served with whipped cream, The Bank's churro is a far cry from your typical amusement park treat. With this restaurant as a destination choice, you needn't stop there. Old Town Street itself boasts numerous attractions such as old time photography, live entertainment, and nearby wineries. On weekends, The Bank offers an alluring breakfast menu with some entrees served all day. For a dining experience that matches food quality, The Bank proves to be the perfect investment. BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Kona Brewing Company brews Pipeline Porter in Kona, Hawaii. Father Cameron Healy and son Spoon Khalsa founded the brewery in spring of 1994. The brewery has three main brews: Big Wave Golden Ale; Longboard Islander Lager; and Fire Rock Pale Ale. The brewery brews other specialty beers and limited edition releases, such as Pipeline Porter. The brewery mainly sells in Hawaii but also sells to other regions in the United States, Japan, and China. The brewery also operates two pubs. Kona released their limited e dition Pipeline Porter on October 1st. 100% Kona Coffee comprises the porter along with chocolate and caramel malts. The porter won a silver medal under the "Other Beer" category in this year's Australian International Beer Awards. The porter's label contains a surfer with a longboard making his way to the ocean to ride some pipelines. Dark brown, light blue and dark orange comprise the colors utilized for the scene. The porter's orange bottle cap caps a beer with an alcohol by volume of 5.4%. The porter pours smooth creating a small tan head. Naturally, coffee aroma dominates the lovely scent rising from the glass. The porter has a rich black composition. The porter enters the mouth calmly. Upon entry, gentle waves of sweet chocolate and soothing coffee wash all corners of the mouth. The porter continues down the throat leaving the mouth, tongue, and taste buds in state of comatose. The brewery recommends paring the porter with hearty soups and stews, roast beef sandwiches, pot roast and mashed potatoes, especially on a cold day. Skip Starbucks on Thanksgiving and stroll over to Beverages and More for a delicious coffee flavored treat. Pipeline Porter's smooth chocolate and coffee flavors clearly make this brew the best beer of the week for this semester thus far. Hipahipa! � 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/. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 American Indian Student Association (AISA) budget fall 2007 parking tuition https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/07e42a0188ac32d0afb14ffb2729ce1c.pdf d9d2b1acb55279acb66ff305466937fa PDF Text Text * THE(PPRIDE C ALIFORNIA STATE U NIVERSITY SAN M ARCOS INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2007 w ww.thecsusmpride.com LooMng back T op news stories f rom t he Fall ' 07 s emester pay ^raisesof aiuìyeìagg o f ! (the California Faculty Association, Japanese •SUSM, died of cancer in her home * VOL. XVIII NO. 13 President Haynes hosts second open forum with students P arking p ermits a nd f ee increases a re h ot topics i n President's B oardroom BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer With news of the parking fee increases to the Cal State San Marcos campus, students met with President Karen Haynes, bringing along signed petitions and increased frustration to the semester's second open forum on Wed. Nov. 28 in the President's Boardroom. "Most of us are here for the parking issue." Said student Amethyst Hills. "Why don't we have private or public funding for the parking structure?" AccordingtoPresidentHaynes, the state does not pay for parking facilities, student unions or athletic fees. Therefore, the only way those services are covered is through student fee increases. In regards to funding from donors, President Haynes stated, "It's not highly likely that a donor wants to build a parking lot. Donors want to build academic buildings or make enhancements like they did for Markstein Hall. But parking facilities is generally what the public donors or philanthropists see as something that we need to fund through our own mechanisms by the users of the facilities." One concern for students was where the increased fees would go and whether or not current students would see the effects of the increase in the structures planned in the near future. "What we've done from the beginning and what we continue to do is some of that money that you and staff and faculty pay in parking fees goes to the actual maintenance of parking structures now and some of it is put away in an account that can't be touched for anything but the next parking lot or fees for a new See FORUM, page 2 University Bookstore expansion Photo by Jason Encabo / The Pride Construction of the new expansion of the University Bookstore on the fifth floor of Craven Hall continues and is expected to be complete by late December. A look into CSUSM's parking structure BY VIRIDIANA PACHECO-ISAAC Pride Staff Writer The news of parking permit increases at Cal State San Marcos has left some students irate, conX^eìW^IÌ^ i fused and with scores of quesfot Ä^fiärtt^^ tions. With the rapid growth of the m the NAIA Cross Country National otítóvf university, the inevitable expanw íáu ¡ § sion of the campus has called : ^¡ hi for more parking spaces as it did mÉ when parking lot F was built. But the building of such strucj j | Tutition freezing tures is not free nor state funded. CSU und UC students made California legislative Mstory on Nov.14,filingthefirst-everstudent-lód ballot iáitító^ to ¡jgj "CSUSM is one of the newer campuses, and with that 'new- •freezetuition iß the CSU and UC systems, l ^iMag- A s t u d e n t w increases $welfe¿tetetet fev^ si^attres for a f^ittoa^ ìteymsm thematterat aixopenforum gatered ness' comes a lot of rapid growth, Services Belinda Garcia explained infrastructure construction and the increase is part of a threefuture planning." said Director of tier plan which was approved in Campus Parking and Transpor- 2003,with parking prices taking tation Services Dora Knoblock. a $90 increase in 2003, spring of "This status also means that as 2006 and fall of 2009 when they a new campus we don't have the will be a total of $338. years of collecting revenue for "The lots are paid for directly self-support programs as many of from parking revenue," she said. our sister campuses have done for "But the reason for the increase is many years." not to replenish the fund. Rather, Knoblock said all 23 CSU park- it is to ensure that we will be able ing departments are self-support- to repay our bond obligation each ing and receive no state funding year." for the operation, maintenance Knoblock said while each and construction of such parking campus administers parking programs. See PARKING, page 2 Assistant Director for Parking �From FORUM, page 1 THEO-Pride EDITORIAL STAÏF B ditor i h c hi e? . ' JMWBhcäbo LYU AOT ÚUÍQH NlCKSTRlWER^ ' ?. NEWS EDITOR . : : B N 0F E ; E RF E : n;,\tures E E OI A C YIRIDIANA P C ditorS A AHC A RTS & E N T E R T A I N M E N T I EDITOR Ii , ' TOR1ÂSAW , ; ONU NI. L pìior TIM MOORE 1 : /I ' COPY LOITOR . TOTANIB HOANQ •- S AF W I E S v T F RT R Beeanne Campos JACKIE CARBAJAt PAMELA CASTILLO DAVIDCHUfRCH filftSKT ESQUERRA cimdyGASCA; ¡BSSICA G onzales ÁMÁMDÁ Ï E L O S EY t V " Kathryn Mcbrayer ! f^piii BILL EHSIN R oxahaSaid JONATHAN THOMPSON BKYAKTTINTLÊ parking structure." President Haynes said. With The Pride's last issue in hand, student Yolanda Castaño pointed out the discrepancy among CSU campuses and parkEingOermit prices. DT pR I "It's ridiculous the amount of money we have to pay." Castaño added. President Haynes cited two simple reasons behind the $90 fee increase; the campus is growing and construction costs are higher. She explained that while the excitement of a new campus and the new technology it has to offer is something that draws in admittance, "the downside is some of these other campuses built their parking lots twenty years ago. They're not continuing to build parking so they don't have to bank on it and they're not building parking lots at today's construction costs which are dramatically higher than even when I came here four years ago." The conversation eventually shifted from parking permits to student fee increases. If the state does not approve a motion for addi- , „ * C R O NS S A T O IT JOSH MOWN jennyBiofond ADVÎSOR JOAN ANDE&SON * A li opinions àhd; tetto tù the editor, published in The '| From PARKING, page 1 operations locally, there is still bond issuance and borrowing still occurs in partnership with the Chancellors office and local campus. "Yes, we have the highest park- tional funding to cover the increase in costs of operations, the CSU Board of Trustees have approved a ten percent student fee increase. While many students explained that tuition costs are much higher than expected at such a small campus, President Haynes was quick to point out that CSU campuses as a whole are less expensive than other state colleges. "When you look at the state fees you pay and the local fees for student heath, parking, miscellaneous costs, I have to tell you that while I understand for many people it is a struggle to pay, California State University is one of the least expensive public universities in this nation by $1500 a year," said President Haynes. With no opportune way to change the fee increase of parking permits, students asked where they could go to be heard. President Haynes offered three ways for students to involve themselves with these campus issues. "One, student voices to the legislatures about funding. Two, if you want more information about what's banked in parking, certainly go get it from the people in parking and the Vice Presi- dent in Finance. Three, if there moment? No. Would we immediare other creative solutions let ately have to run scenarios? Absous know. We're really not trying lutely. Would it likely mean turnto be malevolent people. We are ing away qualified students? Probtrying to provide quality instruc- ably. Would it mean increasing the tion, balance a budget and grow. size of classes? Probably. Would it The only way we get more money mean reducing some of kind of student support services? Probably," from the state is if we grow." President Haynes responded. Students asked President Towards the close of the forum, Haynes if a possible forum with ASI President Caitlin Gelrud the Vice President of Finance and others responsible for the park- offered another solution for stuing permit increases would be dents. "There's a California State Stupossible. While expecting a solution to arise from such a meet- dent Association which comes ing is unlikely, President Haynes together and all the issues that agreed that if students wanted are brought up on each individual more information, she could campus are discussed. We write arrange a more in depth meeting. up resolutions and the chair of the Student, and The Pride news association presents those to the editor, Ben Roffee directed the Board of Tr ustees meetings so all conversation back to student fees the concerns that are voiced are and the possibility of a freeze in being heard by the chancellor and trustees," Gelrud said. tuition increases. Throughout the meeting, most "Our Lieutenant governor students' concerns were met with made a proposal to the Board of Trustees and the UC Regents to little to no solution. In order to fund freeze student fees for five years parking, money must come from and increase it in accordance with the permits. With a campus that inflation. Is Cal State San Marcos will continue to see an increase prepared if that does get passed in admissions, there are no other and the tuition got frozen?" options. Even student petitions and frustration cannot assuage an Roffee asked. "Are we prepared at this already complex situation. ing prices compared to all the CSUs," said Knoblock. "However, we are still considered a young campus and in 'building mode.'" Knoblock also explained about 11 years ago the Chancellor's office decentralized parking programs' method of administer- ing and allocating funds. Back then, campuses had full financial responsibility to make sure they met all parking related expenditures, including parking operations, future maintenance and repair, and capital outlay projects. Before that, she said, borrowing of the author, and dio not lieo imi G&mrìÌy represent the views | S of The Pride, or of California State University San Marcos. 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She said parking fee revenue is very restricted by law, in accordance to Education Code 89701, and can only be used for the construction and maintenance of campus parking facilities. Homeless in San Marcos BY JESSICA SANDOVAL Pride Staff Writer Students may not be aware of the growing number of homeless people that surround San Marcos. According to the Regional Task Force on the Homeless, there were a total of 12 homeless people counted in San Marcos in 2006. They were found behind Palomar College, Mission Rd, Bradley Park, San Marcos Blvd, and Town Center. Outside of the city limits in Escondido where the population is 140,766, 894 homeless people reside. One problem that revolves around this issue is the minimal amount of homeless shelters. The Regional Task Force on the Homeless mentions that there are no homeless facilities in San Marcos. The only assistance available to these people comes from social service agencies that provide care to them. So who exactly are the homeless? According to the National Coalition for the Homeless, out of the 3.5 million people estimated to experience homelessness, 39 percent are children Families make up nearly 33 percent of the homeless. In 2004 the homeless population consisted of 49 percent A frican Americans, 35 percent Caucasians, 13 percent Hispanics, 2 percent Native Americans, and 1 percent Asians. Most people that experience homelessness are victims of domestic violence, drug addicts, people with mental illness, and war veterans. Students interested in helping can volunteer at nearby homeless shelters like Interfaith in Escondido and Brother Bennos in Oceanside. Students can also donate money and food to these shelters. The North County Food Bank, located in San Marcos, is especially needy. The North County Times recently reported that food banks are worried about whether they will have enough food to distribute to the homeless after the holidays. This shortage was caused in part by the recent fires that devastated our county. �SPORTS THE PRIDE Tuesday, December 4, 2007 Cromartie, Tomlinson guide Chargers to win BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The Chargers came into Sunday's game in Kansas Gity, fresh off of a huge 34-14 win over Baltimore at home last week. The Chargers looked to carry that momentum into Arrowhead Stadium, where they took on the Chiefs in a heated AFC West contest. Defense got the job done on Sunday, and thanks to a pair of interceptions by rising star, Antonio Cromartie, the Chargers got a much needed win; 24-10.. These two teams faced off on September 30, resulting in a 30-16 Chargers loss. The Chiefs put the first points on the board on Sunday, thanks to a 38-yard John Carney field goal. The Chargers answered back with a 25-yard Nate Kaeding field goal at the 5:25 mark in the first quarter. Chargers quarterback, Philip Rivers showed some weakness early on, throwing an interception to Kansas City cornerback, Ty Law. Chargers cornerback, Antonio Cromartie intercepted Kansas City quarterback, Damon Huard for 28-yards, on the following possession. The score remained at 3-3 up until the 5:23 mark in the second quarter Huard put the Chiefs up by a touchdown on two-yard pass to Jared Allen. Philip rivers displayed his air game, passing 38-yards to meet wide receiver, Vincent Jackson in the end zone for an impressive touchdown that tied the game up at 10-10. The score would remain the same going into the halftime, only for LaDainian Tomlinson pick things up in early in the third, rushing for 31-yards and a touchdown. Tomlinson struck again, this time, early in the fourth quarter, with another long run for a touchdown. The touchdown was Tomlinson's 111th in his career, passing the legendary Walter Payton for third place on the all-time rushing touchdowns list. Antonio Cromartie intercepted yet another pass, this time, with three minutes left in the fourth quarter. Cromarte leads the league in interceptions, with eight. Cromartie's interception sealed the game at 24-10, but it was Tomlinson's achievements that took over the post-game interviews. On passing Walter Payton on the alltime rushing touchdowns list, Tomlinson said "It's definitely an honor just to be mentioned in the same breath with, in my opinion, the greatest running back that has ever played the game." The Chargers appear to be running away with first place in the AFC West with a record of 7-5. The Denver Broncos are in second place with a 5-6 record. The Chargers go into Tennessee next Sunday to take on the 7-5 Titans at 10:00 a.m. on CBS. C SUSM Students with a valid School ID receive an extra 1 5% off Tanning and Salon products MMÉf TFsotAjaums 630 Nordahl Road, S an Marcos location only begins with a question... ... and ends with discovery The 2008 CSUSM Student Research Competition! Qualitative or quantitative research projects with clear purpose, methodology and interpretation of results completed in Spring, Summer, or Fall 2007 may be entered. Applications Due: Friday, February 15,2008 Oral presentations: Friday, February 29,2008 Ten Finalists will receive cash awards and travel to the CSU Statewide Competition! B H R H P H i m r a l l y Store Find out more at: www.csusm.edu/src . ŒteWÊÊBÈmr S - f 4 . ¡ Mondays - Thursdays, 8 : 0 0 a m - M t pai: F r i d a y s :, ' 8:00 am «3:00 pm ® l l B i S i : Ü 1111111 ^EÊtmméi jfciifignlirtf & Hnnitiiiir SïOO p m - 7ï00 pm �Spread a little cheer this December, and all year Donations accepted for many charities throughout the year BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer In the spirit of the season, the phrase 'it is better to give than to receive' takes on a whole new meaning. All around the county and the rest of the nation, various organizations and charities set up fundraisers and donations to make sure everyone receives a little holiday cheer. On campus, ASI is hosting a toy drive with the national charity foundation, Toys for Tots until Friday Dec. 7. All toys must be new and in their original packaging. Anyone with donations can drop off the toys at the ASI Business office, Recreation Center, or UVA Lobby. For more information, contact Jamie Inarda at inard001@csusm.edu. The Southern California wildfires in October left thousands without homes for the holidays. The American Red Cross is accepting donations to help aid fire victims. For information on stations in the area, visit www. redcross.org. The Native American Alliance for Emergency Preparedness is also looking for donations to help assist families of the eleven tribes in San Diego affected by the wildfires. In addition to damage of homes and land, the fires from the La Jolla reservation melted away the water lines, severely damaging their water source. To offer donations through the Native American Environmental Protection Coalition, visit www. naepc.org. The San Diego Foundation is currently seeking donations for their 'After the Fires Fund 2007' campaign. Their website offers donors the opportunity to select from which specific would prefer to donate to. Visit www.sdfoundation.org/fire2007/ for more information. Father Joe's Villages in San Diego is an organization that helps the homeless. People can help out by making cash donations, donate clothing, appliances, furniture, personal hygiene products and other dry goods, food donations, vehicle donations and through volunteer work. The best way for students to volunteer is by helping serve meals. For infor- mation on how to help, contact www.fatherjoesvillages.org. Being away from loved ones during the holidays is especially tough. Operation Homefront is a non-profit organization designed to provide emergency assistance and help increase moral to United States troops and their families. Anyone interested can visit www. o perationhomefront.net. Operation Homefront also sponsors the program eCarePackage, available at www.ecarepackage.org. Through I the program, people I can sponsor a service t member and therefore I send gifts and necessi* ties to service members | through a safe distribut tor. Sponsors can also e contact their service member through the website. All of these organizations and charities are available year round but if the urge to give strikes during this time of year, it may be best to act now. These examples are just few of the hundreds of thousands available. Local churches and schools are also great places to contact to help out families and children. Whether its buying an inexpensive gift at Wal-Mart or picking out canned food from the pantry, no effort will go unappreciated. For those who have grown used to expecting the worst, a little bit goes a long way. He's handsome and he's fly, he's Mr. Alpha Chi Alpha Chi Omega puts o n a pageant to raise f unds to aid battered and abused San Diegans attend, the more we can donate to Casa De Amparo," said Junior Psychology Major Anna The 52-member Iota Tua Meldau. The annual male beauty pagchapter of the nationally known non-profit sorority Alpha Chi eant Mr. Alpha Chi contestants Omega will be hosting a fund- compete during three rounds raiser at CSUSM on Dec. 6 at that are themed to reality telethe Clarke Field House in the vision shows. The contestants Grand Salon at 6:30pm. Victims must be male students from of domestic violence signify the CSUSM and be active in an main philanthropic cause for the on campus organization. The sorority. The fundraiser intends eight contestants are David to raise money for the also non- New (ECON Club), Jeff Steprofit organization Casa De phenson (Baseball Team), Adel Amparo. Casa De Amparo pro- Wahab (USUAB), Zack Delapvides shelter and treatment for ena (ASI), Christian Pederson abused and neglected residents (O Team), Jason Miller (Sigma Alpha Epsilson), Sean Richof San Diego County. Typically, the event would ards (Track Team), and Franhave been held one semes- cis Yambao (Zeta Beta Tau). ter earlier. Due to adminis- The contestant that raises the trative changes, the sorority most money for the event gains rescheduled the event for the immunity from elimination. The champion wins the fall semester. The annual event should end around 9:30 p.m. crown and title of Mr. Alpha The event will host a bake sale Chi 2007. "By coming to this event you and a raffle. The raffle includes items ranging from tanning would be supporting a great packages to X-box games. cause. The [amount o f] money Tickets for the event are seven we donate depends on the studollars presale and ten dollars dents and the community who at the door. Tickets can be pur- attend the event. It is not expenchased through any Alpha Chi sive, the money goes to a good cause, and it is a good time," Omega member. Sorority members are planned said Junior Business Major to be in Kellogg's Library Plaza Khristina Cook. All students, staff, and promoting the event one last the general public are highly time on Tuesday, Dec. 4. "Between ticket sales, dona- encouraged to attend the event. tions, and raffle ticket money For the results of the pageant we are hoping to donate a large please visit http://www.mysamount. The more people that pacexom/csusmaxo. BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer In today % technology Apple unveils their new cat with big claws Attention M ac users - that rejoicing you hear is the familiar s ound of sweet bliss BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer The nation was graced recently when OS X vl0.5 Leopard went on sale at all retailers. Apple is determined to revolutionize the interface of their existing platform and throw it into overdrive. This was the first major update to their existing OS in more than two years, which in Apple's lifetime is considered two years too long. OS X 10.4, or Tiger, came across as everything people wanted in an operating system with useful applications like Spotlight, Dashboard and VoiceOver. Packed with more than 300 new and improved features over Tiger, Leopard is available at a price point starting at a modest $129. New Macs bought a fter October requires an additional $9.95 to have Leopard installed. Minimum requirements to r un the new system are 867 MHz G4 or G5 system with an Intel processor and 512 MB of RAM with at least 9 GB of storage. A DVD reader or burner is also required. Among the major features users will encounter almost immediately include Time Machine, which backs up files after they've been modified. It checks every hour for files that have been modified and copies them to the hard drive. That being said, it would be a good idea to think about purchasing an external hard drive as well. Screen Sharing allows remote access to your computer and vice versa through another via iChat. Leopard utilizes progressive rendering to recreate desktops so that if you're slowed down by a long connection, the process doesn't happen pixel by pixel. This enables people to share photos or music or anything else with friends without having to share an entire hard drive. The Finder has a glossy new facelift as well. Some features now share similarities to the UI in iTunes 7, which includes Cover Flow. The Dock sports a nice reflective shelf for applications to reside to incorporate a stacked view of icons in both a fanned and a grid arrangement. Even Spotlight, which first introduced on Tiger, has received a very substantial upgrade. Users can now search across multiple computers on the same network - u seful for those with a laptop and desktop, or for homes and businesses in which files are randomly stored all over the place. But like any good household, why make the computer a mess? Simply put without expanding on all 300-plus features, Leopard exceeds Apple's vision of perfection. The expectations for it aren't as daunting unlike the arrival of Windows Vista which came under heavy scrutiny for a number of bugs and lack of software compatibility. Asking to compare the two would be like arguing over the same side of a coin. The bottom line is that Leopard provides an elegant UI that Image Courtesy of Apple Inc. The Leopard introduction video now s ports a starry background to complement the outer s pace theme of Time Machine. makes productivity or leisure on a Mac a pleasurable experience. It is a sophisticated, well-crafted piece of technological tool packed with many surprises that does very little to disappoint. �JL l j i l 1 V J l \ J L / 0 F EATURES THE PRIDE ; Tuesday, December 4, 2007 Websit^of The W eek illllllllSllSll BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer a live television show to the desktop. The web has grown quite a bit in 2007. The shift to an emphasis on user created content continued, social networks got stronger, and a new wave of websites offering unheard of capabilities have emerged. 5. Weebly.com Weebly offers the simplest web page building functionality of just about any site on the web. It used to be that creating a free website online meant compromising design and style. Not any more. Weebly has the power to create professional looking web pages in literally just a few minutes. 4. Mogulus.com Mogulus takes user created video to the next step, offering the capability to not only stream a live broadcast from a web cam or DV Camera, but to run an entire production studio; all out of a web browser. The ability to add titles, video clips, and other users' live webcam feed for interviewing are all features that bring the feeling of running 3 . T umblr.com Tumblr takes a userfriendly approach to the micro-blog- • ging scene. Users are often swayed from popular blogging platforms such as WordPress.com and Blogger. com because of their complexity. Tumblr offers the tools for users to quickly and easily post their content to the web in a simple yet effective medium. 2. Splashup.com Splashup brings all of the basic functionalities of PhotoShop to the browser in a slick web app that is truly ahead of its time. Splashup utilizes the layering system which sets it apart from just about every online photo editing suite available. Splashup flawlessly syncs with Picassa, Flickr, and Facebook for easy sharing. 1. L ast .fm Last FM is a must-use website for music connoisseurs everywhere. Last FM works similar to the popular, Pandora, com, but goes a step f urther than simply o ffering streaming radio. In addition to playing music, Last FM incorporates in-depth user profiles that track recently played tracks, overall top artists, and overall top tracks. 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'' , #paren%iiiite afeoflieswhen you're' * toproduqe a newspaper 'with limited greatest unseen asset and Pm grateM - I leave the paper extremely proud occupied with work* papers» exams/ resources, and Tm proud to have been to have had the opportunity to work erf work 1 accomplished, knowing and, the,many facets of earning a cok, apart of so many groups of individuals * with you. ^ , *' well that this staff I leave behind will lege degree*,' \ - ¿V " ; ; : / * , V with a true passion for journalism. , - Pd also-like to'thank all members continue to produce work beyond m f With my career a sa student coming I've had the pleasure of-working' - of the campus community, for your- expectations. being apart of an organization that, for The Pride, and first, Pd like to thank pspviding us with needed táform^ion as léader d fThe Pride and move forme, has consistently been challenging, specifically Michael Dotan, Patrick and sharing with us your opinions; ward to life after college and Thé stressful as well as aíwhole lot of fuñí.' B. Long and David Galley for show- intimately suppenting our drive to be Pride, Fve ^ n all the editors bef^^^ : i sg me how being an editor i s done; afemevoice erf the campus. ; Everythingfromthe Tuesday bmm And let's - * me survive, so i f I {toy my cards right, | f orming bashes* fte .Sunday proá»c^ F dál^ l ife to jhrak each of the see- * not forg^ our readers^wJio have given . I should a well. & . tion parties* Jo, the Monday editing Jion-editors aod writers Pve woiked toaieasontojtóthep^ert^ther Good day, good year and good life, j extravaganzas, I can honestly s a y w i t h over the pastfouryears,foryour each week! Without ydu, we^d simply Fmoufc ^ ^working at The Pride has in every efforts aire w t ó keeptitepapers ijtial- . be h oping our bins fitted to prevent way been a great experience for me. ity at a continuous progression. * * them from being blown'away in the 1 Jason Encabo " Although We faced many problems, * The Pride'would not be where it w ind '^' - Editor in Chief Church's influence on Sports BCS: Bull Crap System In a season with only one team going undefeated (Hawaii) and many other teams failing to control the No. 1 and Hawaii is going to the Sugar Bowl thanks No. 2 seeds in the BCS, it only seems to 28 unanswered points against Washing- right to create a playoff instead of letton on Sat. Dec. 1. With a big performance ting a computer system pick who plays. by Colt Brennan needed to deliver in the Imagine taking the top eight teams in big game. the nation: Ohio State, LSU, USC, IlliWith Hawaii's victory, Hawaii knocks nois, Georgia, Hawaii, Virginia Tech and last week's No. 1 Missouri out of a BCS Kansas playing in playoff. game and my prediction of LSU losing to Then rank the teams and you will have Tennessee failed to come true crushing No. 1 Ohio State, against No. 8 Illinois, my dream bowl game between Hawaii and No. 2 LSU playing No. 7 Hawaii, No. 3 Tennessee. Virginia Tech playing No. 6 USC, and No. Now LSU jumps in to the BCS champi- 4 Oklahoma playing No. 5 Georgia. onship game against Ohio State with the Then with the teams battling it out for 38-24 victory over Tennessee. A game that the BCS championship game, you would they were being dominated but costly turn- be able to watch ratings go up for college overs gave LSU the SEC championship. football as meaningful games would be Here arises the problem with the BCS: it getting played in early December instead is a terrible system. of the small bowl games that are being BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer covered on ESPN U and ESPN 2. Then at the end of the day, you will have a clear No. 1 and No. 2 playing in the BCS championship. You will have a clear No. 3 and No. 4 playing at the Rose Bowl. And then the four teams that loss in the first round, you match them up and let them play one another in the Sugar and Fiesta Bowls. But then again, there are still flaws to the system. Just like one can always argue that this team deserved to be in the BCS championship game instead of this team, which always becomes easier after the games are played and there is a blowout. Or this team didn't win their conference; therefore we aren't going to give them a chance at a championship. No matter what happens, or what satisfaction comes for some schools like Hawaii who are finally going to have a chance to prove themselves to a competitive team that felt like they were robbed out the BCS championship game. Now Georgia, like USC are going to have to come out firing on Jan. 1 as Georgia had a chance to make it the BCS championship game but were unable to capitalize like LSU did with a victory over No. 14 Tennessee. But Georgia is going to have a hard time defending one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the league. In a must win game against Washington, Brennan completed 42 of 50 passes for 442 yards and 5 touchdowns. Now with a month of rest, Brennan will be the healthiest he has been in a while and will be looking to lead the Warriors to one last victory. Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm. edu. PrideC omics y^xTs A PORT^UON / OF EVERYTHING FUfV X [ WANT TO t>0 ORGANIZED V By EVENT AND C M S £ \ SECTIONED BY T HEfCp D= a Kermit By Josh Brown Just for Shiggles By Jenny Bigpond �THE PRIDE -A. &L E Tuesday, December 4, 2007 F ill1 m Reiv i fefwfl !1 |*»*MI>»»tl«»t The Coen brothers can do no wrong BY B ILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer With one or two exceptions, everything the Coen Brothers touch turns to gold. They alone have mastered the skill of making movies with humor and action. Each one has something familiar to each other, but they are all original and refreshing. "No Country For Old Men" is the same. This film has me laughing out loud one moment and out of my chair from tension the next. The direction and performances are doses of brilliance seen so rarely these days. Even though this film has strong hints f rom their other flicks such as "Fargo" and "O Brother, Where A rt Thou" it stays completely original and entertaining. The story follows many characters who become intertwined a fter a d rug deal gone wrong in late 20th century Texas. We follow Llewellyn Moss (Josh Brolin), a country man who stubbles upon $2 million while hunting one day. Since the cash was involved in a bloody d rug t raffic incident, he is in big risk. When angry Mexicans, Sheriff Ed Tom Bell (Tommy Lee Jones), and a psychotic killer named Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem) enter the scene, the chase is on. But where this movie soars is in the details. The cinematography and acting are brilliant. Tommy Lee Jones, who has recently been reduced to bad comedies, is on top form. For more proof see "The Three Burials of Melquiadas Estradas", which he also directed. As well Brolin is excellent as a man on the run. But the real award for acting goes to Bardem who gives one of the best performances of a killer in Image courtesy of Paramount Pictures a long time. He has depth unlike so many other villains. And though he is extremely clever, he also makes mistakes, adding to the realism of the piece. I cannot speak highly enough for this film, "No Country For Old Men", is one of the best of 2007. Already it is number 23 on the IMDB top 250 films of all time with an astounding rating of 8.9 out of ten. This film is only for those who can handle intense visuals and tension, but it so worth it. Be prepared to j ump from you seat and yell "Oi!" This is one to watch over and over, so be sure to see it. Rock Band- It goes to eleven BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer After you master Dragonforce on "Guitar Hero 3", where do you go? There is not much more to do besides practice going between the green and orange buttons faster. Well, if you want a little bit more, whether it be new songs, or even a different instrument, "Rock Band" is the game for you. You can still play guitar or bass, but this game takes it two steps further and allows you to hammer it out on drums or wow the crowd with vocals. That's right you have to sing. This game follows very heavily in the vein of the "Guitar Hero" series. The BY BREANNE CAMPOS Pride Staff Writer button structure on the stringed instruments is the same from green to orange. Plus the game is just as difficult on expert. But this one has something that sets it a little bit higher, it is simply more f un. With the capability ofhaving four people, all on different instruments, it naturally is more enjoyable. It is not just about who is better, but also working together to score big. When one person fails, it is up to the rest of the band to "save" them. Playing the drums is addicting and laughs cannot be more bountiful than watching someone trying to keep up singing. The graphics may be a bit weak, but when you are playing with three other people, it feels like you are actually performing. As for the selection of songs, they could not have done better. They took the best songs from some of the greatest bands through rock history to make this game soar. So whether you drum, strum, or sing, anybody can enjoy the pure f un in "Rock Band". I can honestly rate this game very highly. But as you may be aware there is a big problem with this game, namely the price. If you want to rock, you have got to pay. Those who can afford it, go for it. Otherwise, write Santa daily. This game is the perfect blend of f un, difficulty, and rock. music, and a Big Santa. It last for about 10-15 minutes, It is $13,00 for a vehicle with five people, $18.00 with six passengers or more, ft goes on from today until Jan 1st, 2008, and opening at 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p-m. if you have any questions call (858) 793-5555. Really, just take some friends and split the cost would be $5:00, including gas> If would definitely i create memories. Skating by the B m ^ ; , li This is a very classic event that we San Diegans j are so fortunate to have this privilege of the land. | Well, the season is coming upon us, and I think This is an outdoor ice skating ring looking over the I every college kid knows what lime ii is; ii is the HoliPacific Ocean. It is located at Hotel Del Comnardo I day vacation. The time to sleep in, not have to worry and will be running till Jap. 1, 2008. i i m & y m m a1 about test dates, and most importantly not wait in the little pney but i would definitely recommend it. The line of a million e arsjust to find a parking spot in the total cost for the skating fantasy is $25,00 including MarUtein parking l ot Most students leave when the K nott's B erry F arm your skates. They have two skating sessions that will break begins, but if some of you Jive or are staying | in the area, I took it upon myself to conjure tip sonic j What is so awesome about this event is that it helps introduce how to use your skates at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. both you and children m need. All you have to bring | Have any question call (619) 522-809L events that are happening over the seasonal break. is a wrapped toy with a S MUX) or more value and you will receive free admission to the park. It is going | So now my fellow classmates, whether you see H o l i d a y «if L i g h t s Located at the Del mar Fairground. This seems on through the next three weekends starting with these events or not I just w tsh you all a happy holipretty interesting; you ride in your car and go through Dec. 1-2 and going on till Dec. 14-15. If you have any j I ,'! the racetrack that has been decked out with lights. question, contact (714) 220-5200. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 bookstore donations fall 2007 parking structure https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/fc3daa900c2aa678917761830e47cd88.pdf 57c19f480492d316c70f9091ee3d673a PDF Text Text CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS www.thecsusmpride.com I NDEPENDENT S TUDENT NEWSPAPER T U E S D A Y , J A N U A R Y 2 2, 2 008 VOL. X IX NO. 1 News Briefs GovernorArnoldSchwarzenegger cut $312.9 million f rom the CSU System in his budget proposal for 2008-09. The budget cut also assumes another ten percent student fee increase—the sixth in the last seven years. The 2008 Presidential P rimary Elections kicked o ff in Iowa on Jan. 3. Democratic Presidential h opeful Barack Obama and Republican candidate Mike Huckabee won the most delegates f rom their respective parties. Since, Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton appears to be the frontrunner while the Republican Party still remains split among three candidates. A fter t wo months of striking and negotiations producing no resolution, the on-going Writers Strike sidelined the 65th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Awards were instead announced in a press conference like format. The Board of Trustees meet today and tomorrow to discuss the Governor's budget cuts and review hiring and compensation practices in its response to the State Audit released last month. Today, Jan. 22, is the last day to register to vote for the California Presidential P rimary on Tuesday, Feb. 5. News briefs compiled by Jackie Carbajal •the H WÊÊÊKÊÊÊÊÈËËÈKÎtÊÈÊÈ Greetings from The Pride's new editors llill«IAI«IIM Ulllllllllillll IIMIIMIUMIB •IIIIIIIIIIIIIIM New Editor in Chief - Not so new af the job W«EI mm, ^Kmst BY VIRIBIANA PACHECO- The beginning of each semester always serves as a chance to start over, mate resolutions to improve owe grades, studly skills, etcetera. So this semester my resolution willbe the following: to continue t obe a reliable source of information tothe people deemed most important to any good journalist—you, our traders. H As a second semester veteran been recognized both at the coiof The Pride, it was a bit frightalso a proud member of Alpha ening atfirstto consider taking for my coverage of a variety oPi Sigma, for which I serve as f a leadership rple of this magni- border issues and other things scholarship chair and historian. tude. However, it would not be affecting the Latino Commulook forward to your feedback my first time and I surely hope nity.tomy time as a reporter I said readership, bat most of all II notthelasi look forward to serving you as Before transferringin lastfeli, campus is a great gift, and thus your independent student newsI served as Editor-in-Chief of /{plan to focus on the variety we paper. Southwestern College's n ation- have here at CSUSM, aad bnsg I am confident that the things ally award-winning newspaper, t oi^te to thefeetthat we have a ^ l eirn^ Encabo, The Sun. There I learned every- beautiful community. As a llSK: ourformereditor, will carry on thing 1 know about how to be a History major I firmly believe fair reporter and how to uphold that journalists make the best what leadership looks like. Have the ethics of our profession to historians, since we will be the a great semester! their highest standards, I have ones to record i t Hello from the new Managing Editor meant t o be» While feelings p ^etgoing. A l ew things about workingforthe Pride. Trymgio Light i s had it can this semester^,andpilstatt e&m^im its challenges, but I my way, there would be no oifier realty hope that we can prove; I love dogs, 1 guess l should start this ¡pplbel like a veteran when the I play guitar, and I consider my ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ J ^ e w crealife, tmth is, this will only be my »111 ¿SXt 111111Hlliil111 And no, Tnt not donor ^ /This eat&piis is starved ¡11 ^ A for w 5;A#theformerNews Editor irf T<£be honest, Pit be content {Thaf&a tie, I really am). I'm the Pride, I'm saying goodbye of Zeta Beta Ou* college experience is only my heavy^agonizingly heavy just writing, but The Pride is crôwn, It has been ä love/bate severely understaffed and j jj Tau. | Apart from the random r fttóÀMfcbut we're just not thinEit^simportant tokeepihfe facts about myself* I really love Sill? H istì • 9.159 187 1 1 1 m i Students < Tenure/tenure Spring I •; track Semester Blood, Sweat, Tears, Resolution BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Well, the Pride has made its usual N ew Years' resolutions. Try not to piss o ff the administration to the point that they have us all killed by assassins. Lose 150 lbs (well, our old editor graduated so we've already completed that one). Keep the office cleaner, or teach the roaches to copy edit. As for me, I have my own set of resolutions. For example, if I lose 40 pounds, my boyfriend is going to propose. S o...I'm going to gain 50. That immediately gets rid of the "eat less cookies" and "exercise more" resolutions. Excellent. My second resolution is obviously to stop by pet stores and look at kittens more often. They make me happy, and my cat's starting to get a little shabby around the edges. Never too early to start shopping for a replacement. Resolution number three: get a Wii. Due to a nasty flu/migraine/ PLAGUE combo* I'm still behind on work f rom last semester, arid then I 'll have all the school work this semester, and the newspaper. I think now is an ideal time to take up Wii bowling with the grandparents. Plus it's j ust the level of exercise I need to gain those 50 pounds. Ok, I have to make five resolutions. Hmm. So # 4 is clean more often. The cat may not actually be shabby around the edges at all, so much as covered in dust bunnies because she's been napping in my room for so long. And it's not like I have a bad relationship with the vacuum cleaner. I m ean, I enjoy vacuuming. I'm like Vlad the Impaler of dust mites. And the fifth and final resolution of 2008: tell people that I love them more often. However, I don't want to strain myself, so I'm going to do it every other Tuesday between 4 and 5 in the afternoon. I figure three people an hour, once every two weeks, means I 'll tell people I love them about once every six months. That's a good comfortable level. Or really, better yet...#5: t ry every Beer o f the Week. �NEWS Tuesday; January 22, 2008 T H E ( ft P RIDE ;; mrtoKmcnm VÏRI01AHA < É^CIiBCO-ISÀAC V . MAMÀGINO I D Î T O -, .^ BEN , L a y o u t d êsïon E d i t o r H ICKSTRIZVIR " r \ : v ^ : i;: ft®íllTOR \ s , JéCiaBCARBAíAi ; . ^ÀRTS & ENTERTAINMENT ? ; BDiTOR tpïUÂSAw :; LV . * ONLINE TlMMOOlà '/ k*, ^ • . EDITOR , <\ E d i t o r .. ^ ; TlMMOORB *COFV EDITOR 1 - TttMNIEHOáNG , Stâbp WRITERS PambiaCastiiìò David c h u r c h *, E l b e r t I s g u e r r a Jonathan Thompson r B^anttihixi * ;* . CARTOONISTS J OS JIH^rr "* HE R O W BIOPOND H V ; ADVISOR .-i fOAN ANDERSON vw a r i l y Ji e p r ^ Ä ' ^ Üüsigiiad. e dtelals^ s eul älf s houldiachide ^ a r r e s i , * viéh^êm^' number,e-mail w A k ientitkation. L etters t haa ^ Chargers, plagued by injuries fall to undefeated Patriots BY T IM MOORE Pride Staff Writer EDITORIAL STAFF i ndividual T HE P RIDE The Chargers run at playoff glory is over. Just one game away from the Super Bowl, the Chargers were unable to beat the now 18-0 New England Patriots on a frigid day in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The main concern regarding the Chargers going into the game was the uncertainty of the health of team's three offensive gems. Philip Rivers, despite leaving last week's contest with a injured knee, managed to play the entire game, but the injury combined with the sub-freezing temperatures may have lead to Rivers' two interceptions, two sacks, and zero touchdowns. Running back, LaDainian Tomlinson reinjured a bruised knee on the very first play of Sunday's contest. With Tomlinson in the game, the Chargers would have had a better chance to capitalize on their three trips into the red-zone; all of which ended up resulting in field goals. An integral part of the Chargers passing game, tight end, Antonio Gates played the game ailing from a dislocated toe. The injury held Gates to only two receptions for 17 yards. The Chargers got on the board first in this game, on a 26-yard, Nate Kaeding field goal. I Early on in the second quarter, Patriots quarterback, Tom Brady orchestrated a 65-yard drive, resulting in a one-yard touchdown from running back, Lawrence Maroney. San Diego pushed all the way to the New England five yard line, only to be forced to kick field goal to brong the score to 6-7. At the four minute mark in the second quarter, Patriots cornerback, Asante Samuel intercepted a Philip Rivers pass for 10 yards, and just two plays later, Tom Brady passed to wide receiver, Jabar Gaffney up the middle for a 12-yard touchdown, bringing the Patriots lead to 14-6. The Chargers closed out the half with Nate Kaeding 40-yard field goal. At the eight minute mark in the third quarter, the Chargers capped off yet another drive deep into New England territory with a Nate Kaeding field goal, this time for 24 yards. New England scored early in the fourth quarter on a Tom Brady to Wes Welker sixyard touchdown, bringing the score to 21-12. San Diego gave one more shot at a comeback, but were derailed by solid New England pass protection. Three Chargers intercepted Tom Brady passes, leaving analysts to question Brady's passing game going iiito the Super Bowl. Antonio Cromartie's third quarter pick was Brady's first red-zone interception in over two years. 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The Chargers are sending eight players to the Pro-Bowl on February 10 at 4:00 P.M. on Fox. �FEATURES Ask.com features rival competition T HE P RIDE Tuesday; January 22, 2008 TheWeek BY T IM MOORE Pride Staff Writer When Oakland company, Ask. com opened for business in 1996, its creators, Garret Gruener and David Warthen set out to put a user-friendly spin on the then fertile search-engine market. Known as 'Ask Jeeves' up until early 2006, the engine was famous for encouraging users to pose questions to a fictitious butler, or self-proclaimed, "gentleman's personal gentleman." The concept caught on quickly, but was soon swept under the rug by the simplicity of engines such as Google, Yahoo, and MSN. 10 years and $227 million later, Ask.com is poised to regain the popularity that it once held. Dropping the notion of asking a question, Ask.com has rolled out unprecedented features that allow users to get the absolute most out of searches. Users can chose from eight front page sub-features, including: Web, Images, City, News, Blogs, Video, Maps & Directions, and Shopping. Users can also chose. from different skins to customize the Ask.com experience. Se^rch.results are processed into a three column design that offers users the most complete search on one page. In the right column, Ask.com offers ways to "Narrow Your Search" and "Expand Your Search." The right column also contains "Related names" and the ability to go into an advanced search. The middle column contains the typical results that any search engine would contain, however, if a search contains a personality (celebrity, athlete, ect.), the results include a special feature including a short biography, and other helpful links. If a user is searching for a city, a map of the given city appears at the top of the middle column, along with links for Jobs, Current Weather, and Seasonal Climate. The right column is the most useful and robust feature of Ask. com. The column includes an images preview, Wikipedia encyclopedia entry, and a videos preview. If searching for a city, in addition to the aforementioned categories, users can see the city's current time and date, and the current weather, with a link to a detailed forecast. If the search result has current news around it, links to news stories are also included in the right column. A huge right column feature shows Obtaining your P hD? Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive awards up to $30,000 in forgivable loans to students in doctoral programs. Applications Due: February 11,2008 • • • Return to work at the CSU and for every year worked in the CSU system, 20% of the loan is forgiven CSU Faculty Sponsorship required Doctoral students planning to attend a doctorate program in AY 08-09 or already enrolled are encouraged to apply. For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm up when users search for a band or musician. A feature called 'Popular Tracks' displays the band or musician's three most popular tracks with the ability to listen to a preview of a song right there on the search result page. Ask.com is a classic example of a company keeping up with the times and making innovations to keep up with the competition. Through its ground breaking features and simplified search results, it is clear that Ask.com is on the forefront of the next generation of internet information retrieval. Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students Aspiring to obtain doctorate California Pre-Doctoral Program Application Due: March 21,2008 • fully-funded summer internship • $3K scholarship for symposiums, college visits, application/test fee waivers and more • CSU Faculty Sponsorship required For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm Now Accepting Applications Faculty Mentoring Program www. csusm. edu/idfmpmain.htm Visit put website for an online application: Due February 1,2008 Team up with a CSUSM faculty mentor to receive: 1 Academic advising • Career guidance 1 Professional contacts • Much more,.. Open to juniors and seniors who are first-generation college students and/or financially disadvantaged. Faculty Mentoring Program CSUSM Faculty Center • Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4017 • fmp@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/fmpmain.htm �A&E Tuesday, January 22,2008 OC THE PRIDE By Toria Savey /Pride Staff Writer t Diagrams ^/U-TANG CLAN f iis album came out in December, but it'sfistedon the fillboard 'New Releases' this week, so...I guess you can sever have too much Wu-Tang. The group does well on bngs like "The Heart Gently Weeps", proving they still lave it after a six year break. Receive the email edition METAL Metal Blade Records: 25th VARIOUS ARTISTS An essential for your metal collection, or if you just need a definitive CD to terrorize your cat. The album features the best of a record label with bands called things like 'Bom from Pain' and 'Vomitory'. If you play this in front of a toddler, you may be arrested. W W ROCK fleet The Eels: Essential Eels 1996 • 2006 ¡HE EELS ¡he songs may have emo titles, but the sounds are |r-rangingv Songs by the Eels have been featured in lerythingfromScream to Shrek. Find them all here | the "best o f CD/DVD combo, guaranteed to put the land's bank account on track. Student Polls Pocketful of Sunshine NATASHA BEDINGFELD "Unwritten" was EVERYWHEREfora while, played on the radio every five minutes and then worming into a shampoo commercial that's still playing every five minutes. Well see if Natasha Bedingfeld can work the magic again on her new album. Comment on stories ROCK brighter Than Creation's Dark Mive-By Truckers ¡rom the fine people who brought you "Pizza Deliverance' jnd "Alabama @ss Whuppin'", comes a new album of iouthem rock. Despite being in a niche genre, the pre¡rders have already made this one a bestseller. www.thecsusmpride.com Images courtesy of amazon.com BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer , There is nothing like a new brew to start a new semester. Boon Rawd Brewery brews Singha in Bangkok, Thailand. Boonrawd Srethabutra founded the brewery in 1933 and produced Singha making it the first lager manufactured in Thailand. The brewery began exporting globally in the 1970s and now 9 M H B offers their products to ft J H more than 40 countries. The-dark brown glass fip m bottle contains 21.3 fluid ounces with an alcoHK hoi by volume of 6%. A • light version of the lager offers a timid 3.5% ABV. The bottle has Photo by Jonathan Thompson / The Pride white label with primarily a glossy gold color filling in the lettering. The label depicts an ancient beast of some nature that appears to be a combination of both a dragon and a tiger. The bottle has an elegant white foil wrapping similar to champagne bottles Ground the neck and bottle cap. Lastly, a white bôttlé cap seals the lager containing the same ancient beast and brewery name in red lettering. The heavily carbonated lager pours with a one inch thick white head that disappears almost as quickly as it formed. The lager has a pleasant, almost sweet aroma and glistens in a light, golden amber hue. As the lager rests in the beer mug the carbonation rises endlessly to the top. The first phase of the sip allows a mild soothing lager to enter the mouth. A slight prickle of the tongue forms and then transcends into a Chuck Norris roundhouse f kick to the taste buds as a bolder flavor washes over all areas of the mouth. The lager descends into the H k abyss of the stomach and leaves a lingering bitter residue. Naturally, the lager pairs exquisitely with Thai ^ m cuisine. The mellow yet bold • lager highlights the eccentric ^ m spices and flavors of authenËÈË tic Thai food. Between the stresses of waiting in line for overpriced parking permits and textbooks, grab some Singha and relax. Welcome back Cougars! B ecome a Psychologist or Marriage and Family T herapist at Alliant. N ow accepting applications f or Fall 2 008. # Clinical Psychology PhD & PsyD programs APA-accredited # Marital & Family Therapy MA & PsyD programs COAM FTE-accredited O ur programs o ffer intensive theoretical and practical skill based training, e xpert faculty, small class sizes and individualized attention. . m !Ü ¡ i/y Contact us today to take the next step. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 resolutions spring 2008 https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/76e0c49a8d271acccb1aec771970c79b.pdf a2cf8806d28e55003192cbdf2c930a06 PDF Text Text www.thecsusmpride.com T U E S D A Y , J A N U A R Y 2 9, 2ÖÖ8 VOL. XIX NO. 2 ill M H^^^SSaif'Mar Bed the 2nd \ nnl ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ notisé <5rand ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ - eaclersft > tipu/hosted b \ S tudent rial i nformation n ot c overed d ur' m andatory t ransfer o rientation. I|J|J§ 8 ¡¡¡¡J ^^p I * m i««» •S è v ^ è l Jennie I'rom A ssociated S tudent I ncorporated P resident a nd I pillowing ä complementary dinner buffet* students listened to presentations from ASI, University Student Union AdvisoryBoard, Career Center, Student Life] and Leadership andUniyersit^ Police,, Campus involvement was highly stressed by each organization's speakers and served a s, a ^ occurring ^theme throughout; the night ;in a variety of forms, . ^ ^ ^ ^ q ^ s t i o n s j n d a CSUSM quiz helped assuage Conversation a monggu^stsat each table.Students also receivedprizes during a raffle and for g oring highly ••• Th^; e ^ ^ ended ^rith desseit\ a n d H ^ ^ H flashlight tours, Guests also had the opportunity to visit student organization and campus resource tables ^ H H because I%as curious and foradditionai information. "We do this every spring for incoming students to get 'college student' to me is someone who is eighteen to them connected to our c ampus" said Goldman. "New twenty-fiv6. Oncfc I got to the event, i t was l ike a door students in the fall* get *Welcome Week' and other# opened.,!; got introduced to new people, Orientation events t a helpintroduce them to all theprograms arid Teamleaders, and staff! I feel older students should get •facilities we have here a nd t his w a y ^ e rem b o ut ^ invoh^ a nd mentor the g^eySryone inferred a&d%nAe ^ B l p ^ ^ M ^ ^ ^ ^ f c ^ ^ ^ ^ S ^ u t me W m opiy beifig H S year^ihe l iaiisfer f li^le^t: getting m votvedtodufe^ wil|^ ^iek-Off exceeded the expectations of itsepordmators, have on my life and the effect I will have on theirs" § w ho look f orward t o continuing t he t radition f or San HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHi News Brief New exhibit to open in Library In "See Related Story: The Murder of JR Warren," Brooklyn-based artist Rory Golden uses automobile rearview mirrors and two-sided, mixed media drawings to remember the death of JR Warren, victim of a hate crime in West Virginia. Opening reception at noon on Tuesday, February 19. Oil display in Kellogg Library, California State University San Marcos, through May 16. Free and open to the public during all library hours. More info: (760) 750-4378. January 27 to April 5 RecycleMania! Feb. 1 - Last day to add Spring 2008 classes. Feb. 1 - Last day to return books at Student bookstore, Feb. 2 - $25 Late Registration and $15 Late Add Fee in effect for full semester and •both Half semester Feb.5 - California Primaries lü BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer On Jan. 22-23, the CSU Board of Trustees held theirfirstmeeting of the year to review Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's proposed budget cut and vote on the hiring practices of executives in the CSU system. The Governor's proposal, announced Jan. 10, came as a result of California's massive budget deficit and will inevitably cut $312 million from the CSU system, which equates to an $875 cut from each full-time student. In addition to the loss of funding, student fees are slated to increase Panama: Good things | come in small packages; ï!mÊÉIÈÊË travel story, •"••'•.- Chancellor Reed tackles budget crisis with commi ten percent for the upcoming school year. California Faculty Association President Lillian Taiz released a statement prior to the meeting decrying the proposal. "While the threat to the CSU is real, we must remember the Governor's January budget is just the opening' salvo. Filial decisions have not been made. We kU0w that higher education is part of the solution to a struggling economy," said Taiz;. On Jan. 22, Chancellor Charles B. Reed and the Ad Hoc Committee discussed hiring practices among the CSU system. The state auditor recommended the university create a centralized information structure to categorize university compensation by individual, payment type, and funding source. The Ad Hoc Committee suggested a comprehensive training program for coding of salary payments to employees. In response to last years' state audit reports and the specially appointed Ad Hoc Committee on the Bureau of State Àudit Reports, Chancellor Reed stated that he will report to State Auditor Elaine Howie every six months on the system's progress. Taiz spoke to the Trustees about the importance of arguing the budget plan and its effects on the future of the CSU. "CFA is already preparing for the fight ahead." Said Taiz. ' This weekend over 100 faculty activists were briefed on the work that is before us." CSU Board of Trustees Chair Roberta Achtenberg also stressed the See TRUSTEES page 2 �From TRUSTEES, page 1 TheCpPride BOTORlAi STAff, . , • ; ' EDITOR IN c toef VilUDlAHA FACHEC0-I$AA.C FIMD£#csu$M JDU ^ , M anaging E ditor ben v s m m tAYOirriMTOR AMAM0A ÀNDREEN DlSrtRlBUTlOii MANAGER M ickStrizver ' NsWs E ditor ^ JACKIE CARBAJÄ " ' fEATOMS EDITOR: ,. AMANDA ÄHDREEH a rts & Entertainment E DITOR ' '; On unse Manager Tim M oore fgt^.OOPY EDITOR fIfFANIE HOANG ' BUSINESS MWAGIR & /SALES REFRES5NTATÌVE ADVISOR g g g j c ^ A nderson $TA£F Writers Pamela C astillo Oavid c h u r c h wumfttsGim&A TmAtim H oang JONATHAN THOMPSON ;; cwoonists / ; ; > " ' JKNNY B i o z i d J f | £ ? JOSH BROWN^ : . to faculty, students, staff, alumni and other CSU supporters to fight for more funding. "I want everyone to know that we need to take the (proposed budget) numbers to the politicians, businesses and editorial boards and let them know what kind of California we want. We are on our way to building world class prisons and second class universities." Said Reed. California State Student flte i of; the aytfcor/and 4& not essarily of THfe. ^^i^r^iiSifc- o • f t f e editors p j t M ^ ^ ^^m^m a nd identification. L etters may be edited f or g rammar a nd length. L etters should b e n nder words and to pride@csusm.edu, r ather It m the policy of The Pride not Association President Dina Cervantes and many other students were also in attendance.' Cervantes invited all those in attendance to participate in CSS A's march on the Capitol against the budget crisis on April . 21. The overall tone of the meeting managed to remain cordial despite the fact that so much is now at stake on the future of post secondary education in California. "We look forward to Students to rally behind Obama BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer TORIA S V V ; AE S PORTS E DITOR & importance of the budget fight. "I believe that when we bring our unified message to the various c ommunities-—legislature, editorial boards and businesses— that we will have many allies in our struggle. It is absolutely key that we speak with one voice to anyone who is willing to listen to us," said Achtenberg. Chancellor Reed stated that the CSU administration is committed to working with the As citizens across the country participate in grassroots campaigns for the f upcoming primary election on Feb. 5, some Cal State San Marcos students will be rallying behind their candidate today, Jan. 29. In one of the first showings of support for a candidate on campus, students will be holding a mini-rally in support productive ^discussions with the CSU administration." Said Taiz. "We must work together to prevent these cuts - cuts that would have a devastating impact on the state's economy today and for future generations." The next Trustees meeting will take place March 11-12 in Long Beach.. The fliiHiili of Senator Barack Obama's bid for the Democratic nomination. 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Applications Due: Oral presentations: Friday, February 15,2008 Friday, February 29,2008 Ten Finalists will receive cash awards a nd travel to the CSU Statewide Competition! Find out more at: www.csusm.edu/src �Website ol t he Week Netvibes.com Revolutionizing your start page. BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The future of the Internet where users receive a fouris leaning more and more to- day forecast with the option of wards getting the most out of expanding to a 10-day; a web an entity in the least amount search module that features of time. Customizable start Google, Yahoo!, Ask, and pages provide users just that; Snap searches; and among getting all of the basic infor- others, a video search that mation that one might use the features YouTube, Google, Internet for, all in one place. Metacafe, and Myspace. Founded in 2005, San Netvibes brings the usFrancisco company, Net- er's e-mail to the page, with vibes.com, is at the forefront the~ "E-mail wizard." The of customizable start pages. wizard allows users to conThe average user's browser nect to GMail, Hotmail, Yaprobably starts at Google, hoo! Mail, AOL, .Mac, and Yahoo, Myspace, Face- any other POP mail service. book, or any other popu- One of the most comprehenlar website. Netvibes how- sive modules brings Faceever, aggregates all of book to the start page. The those sites into one easy- Facebook module * allows to-use customizable page. users to view their profile, The design of the page re- messages, networks, friend lies on three columns with requests, and invites. The individual modules contain- module also displays the last ing information from different five friend status updates. sources. The default set-up There are endless other contains a weather module, modules available that fea- ture anything from news and sports, to music videos and artist updates. Craigslist, Digg, EBay, and Myspace are a few of the most popular modules not featured as defaults. Netvibes offers users the ability to add tabs to their start page in order to better manage content. Tabs also allow users to categorize modules based on importance. Netvibes integrates some low-level social networking into the platform, allowing users to share their favorite modules with friends and colleagues. Netvibes.com is a prime example of the next generation of online ease-of-use, personalization, and fluidity. Image courtesy of Netvibes.com Please recycle this paper 1 HH Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive awards up to $30,000 in forgivable loans to students in doctoral programs. California Pre-Doctoral Program Applications Due: February 11,2008 Application Due: March 21,2008 • Return to work at the CSU and for every year worked in the CSU system, 20% of the loan is forgiven • CSU Faculty Sponsorship required • Doctoral students planning to attend a doctorate program in AY 08-09 or already enrolled are encouraged to apply. • fully-funded summer internship • $3K scholarship for symposiums, college visits, application/test fee waivers and more • CSU Faculty Sponsorship required For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm Aspiring to obtain doctorate For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4019 •facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm �Junioi| week of school? •MHV m ^¡t&ili thireading the None. I didn't evefthävetocome ^ 'j^gpol the first Denise V oelker-Senior "iTrying; t o m a k e it ififethe"'- M a r k s t e i n Iprfcing lot/' • ^ t ^ Vou % t>mt fit it) cw^whert, DÌ yah KnoyAed^e �Findingyour way through Stories, Photo, and Layout by Ben Roffee Above: The Panama City skyline. Below: The Church of San Francisco de Asis. From a map, Panama looks like a thread of a country strained by the weight of two colossal landmasses, ready to snap at any given time. A few moments on the ground quickly abolishes these notions as this tiny Central American gem proves that big things truly can come in the smallest of packages . Although the eyes of the / world fixate on the Panama Canal, the rest of the country is often overlooked. Panama City, serving both as the Capital and engine of this exciting country, is quickly becoming a focal point for culture and travel in Latin America, Resting (if you could call it that) on the southern coast of Panama, Panama City is a bustling metropolis teeming with seemingly endless activity. In a city with an unrivaled work ethic and a Latin sensibility, everybody is on the move, and the best way to see the city is to just flow along the human currents. The American influence here is undeniable, where Dunkin Donuts and the big American television networks are no foreigners. Here and there, conversations in English can be overheard at restaurants and sports bars, but the locals are also patient, making it a great place to practice your Spanish. Political awareness is a huge part of life in Panama, and much like the current primaries taking place in the U.S., Panama is undergoing a similar process. The people in Panama also take an interest in American politics, which makes for great discussion. Unlike the U.S, everything in Panama is wonderfully inexpensive. Even better, save a trip to the currency exchange and just bring along your American dollars. For those unable to detach from the Internet, you will find Panama to b e a country well connected. While Panama carries a much milder culture shock than most Latin American countries, don't pack an American attitude i f you plan on absorbing what Panama has to offer. Qbserved from the fringes, Panama City's impressive and constantly expanding skyline erupts against the landscape in dramatic fashion. From within the city, a medley of old and tired structures rest comfortably under the marvel of these modern skyscrapers. Like the lush greenery surrounding the city, plant life is present throughout the entire city; to see a tree growing out of a house came as little surprise. Rush Hour is not just an American affliction, and like any booming metropolis, anticipate running into some traffic. The public transportation system can be quite confusing so your best bet is to stick to the taxis: They don't run a meter and the dollar can take you surprisingly far. Even with the powerful effect of modernization on the city, it has not lost sight of its heritage. Casco Viejo, or as many locals call it, San Felipe, is the main historic district of the city. An intriguing blend of French and Spanish architecture draped in greenery, the area harbors many of the cittes finest restaurants and cafes amidst its narrow streets and historical plazas. Like the rest of the city, Casco Viejo is „ best experienced aimlessly on foot. Reach the outskirts and you'll find shady walkways that offer some of the best views of the city to the east and of the Pacific entrance to the Panama Left: Panama's countryside as seen from la autopista Colon. Above: Plaza ae Francia looking towards the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. �Canal and the massive Bridge of the America's to the west. At the Plaza de Francia, a tall monument and a spacious plaza honor the French laborers that aided in the construction of the Panama C anal This area of the city is so highly regarded that it serves as the home of the Presidential Palace, although the armed guards near the palace can be cause for alarm at first glance. Stepping back further into the history of Panama City, Panama Viejo (Old Panama) is the original location of Panama City. Destroyed in the seventeenth century, Panama Viejo is the oldest Spanish settlement in the Pacific. With the majority of the city having burned to the ground, all that remains today are a few stone ruins, the most prominent and best preserved of which is the Cathedral tower. A stairwell Above: Bananas Village Resort on Isla Grande along inside allows visitors to ascend the Caribbean coast, below: A large shipping vessel four stories, providing a passes through the Miraflores Lock; the last stop for panoramic view of the site and ships going t o Panama much of modern Panama City. Don't pretend that you can go to Panama without paying a visit to the Panama Canal. You can't. Even as Panama's largest tourist trap, it is also one of the greatest engineering feats in the history of mankind. The fact that it is arguably the most important component in global commerce should also convince you to make the short trip out of the city. At Miraflores Lock, the last stop along the canal for ships heading into the Pacific Ocean, hundreds of spectators look on as massive shipping vessels are spared thousands of miles of travel along the treacherous Drake Passage. Such an efficient and convenient passage does come with a high cost, however. Large shipping vessels may pay as much as $200,000 to pass through the canal, making it one of the heftiest tolls on the planet. With growing competition and demand, plans are underway to expand the canal to allow for larger vessels and improved efficiency. With the ineessant bustle of the city, tourists and residents alike often turn to the outlying countryside for a peaceful escape, and it is here where the benefits of such a small country truly shine. Straying from the beaten path in Panama quickly becomes one of the most spectacular and rewarding travel experiences in the world. A stark contrast from urban Panama, the majority of the country contains lush, rolling hills and valleys. Traveling from t ie Pacific to the Caribbean coast takes you through an untamed Panama not seen in most photographs. Although small villages exist near the main roadways, they mark the edge of a wilderness of pure, virgin land. Just a few hours drive from Panama City, the Caribbean Ocean peeks out from the lush greenery. From coast to coast, ,iI mm I IIIS Left: Near the Presidential Palace at Casco Viejo. Right: Greenery covers many structures in Panama. a markedly different Panama emerges. The people here, friendly and helpful, seem to derive their entire ancestry from the land. The coastal Caribbean region in all of its beauty is also very poor, having not felt the effects of the economic boom in Panama City. Despite these ails, the Caribbean coast offers many picturesque destinations for visitors. Small islands like Isla Grande are accessible by boat and sit just off the coast, housing small resorts and relaxing getaways. Not deprived of the historical richness that characterizes Panama, the former outpost of Portobelo exhibits the ruins of a major Spanish fortification during. With canons still pointed towards the ocean, this fort bears the marks of defeat at the hands Buccaneers and later the British. For a country with such a strong Western influence, Panama provides visitors with a gentle introduction to Latin American culture while retaining the ability to give its guests a unique and memorable experience. Packed with a lifetime 's worth of amusement, I can't help but wonder what Panama would be if it had some more territory to play with. �Letters to the Editor Over winter break I, like everyone else at Cal State San Marcos, received a few emails warning that a mountain lion had been spotted near campus on several occasions and that traps had been set and the police alerted to deal with the supposed threat. Coincidentally I also received a small magazine f rom Cal State San Marcos in December (via snail mail) noting some of the upcoming events on campus, among them the erecting of a bronze statue of a tukwut (or mountain lion in the tongue of the local Luiseno Native American tribe). The timing of the emails in regard to the mountain lion sighting, and the news about the soon to be unveiled statue struck me as more than a little ironic. The emails f rom CSUSM make it seem as if the mountain lion spotted near campus is some sort of villain simply waiting and lurking to attack and maul someone - something flagrantly misleading. Mountain lion attacks are exceedingly rare. In fact a mountain lion has a better chance of being attacked and shot by a hostile human, than a person has of being attacked by one of these-big cats. In all likelihood the mountain lion, probably a victim of the recent wildfires, has been forced to unwilling locate nearer to the campus. The language that CSUSM took in immediately addressing the sighting of the mountain lion follows the recent trend in San Diego County of striking preemptively against the local wildlife. In fact several months ago officials in one San Diego suburb had four coyotes hunted and shot for apparently catching a few pets in the nearby neighborhood. As a twenty-five year resident of Southern California, I have had mountain lions in my backyard before, yet also understand that such occurrences are simply part of life w hen you choose to erect your house on another creatures home. The emails received f rom CSUSM make it clear though that the college has chosen to reinforce misleading stereotypes about mountain lions. Such incidents it seems simply remind me that intolerance, fear, and violence are still key faucets of human society, even at a supposed institution of higher learning. So it is more than a little ironic that Cal State San Marcos will welcome a bronze statue of a mountain lion to campus, yet if a real one does rear its head it will probably b e shot. The message resonates loud and clear, and so does the hypocrisy. Matthew Schramm Dear Pride, On the front page of the January 22, 2008, edition, in "By the Numbers," you left out a very important figure which represents the faculty who are doing most of the teaching on our qampus (as in the CSU as a whole): the lecturers, who are off the tenure track. Also known as temporary faculty or "adjuncts," in fall 07, the campus hired 71 new lecturers, raising the total to around 335. With only 6 f ull-time lecturers, our students are taught increasingly by contingent part-time faculty, a great number of which teach at two or more institutions in order to make a living. The 187 tenure-line faculty mentioned on your f ront page are responsible for advising the 9,159 students, since lecturers are rarely hired to carry out this aspect of faculty work. 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Make informed, healthy confident têêl jé reäi help* 0,744.1313 bìrthchokenet Iff % UzmÈw %œm F* M$m Mmcmrnorn * p r e g n a n c y l ests • p regfkancy o p t i o n s a n d a bortion c o u n s e l i n g • STB e d u c a t i o n a n d p revention * s upport services �Church's Influence on Sports 8 Reasons Why the Patriots Will Win BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer With the sports world taunting me over my final winter break, I still found joy by playing some golf and attending as many sporting events as possible. But break is over and it is time to get back to business. What better way to kick off the new semester than talking about why the New England Patriots will go 19-0? Here are my eight reasons for the Patriots to win the Super Bowl this Sunday: 8. The Patriots have cheated the system and were called out by the New York Jets and the NFL. Their response was a 38-14 beat down on the Chargers in week two. 7. They trailed by 10 points in the fourth quarter to the Indianapolis Colts in what was being called the biggest regular season game ever. It was Tom Brady who took over the game throwing two touchdown passes in four minutes to win the game 24-20. 6. In the final game of the regular season, the Patriots' went into Giants Stadium and saw Eli Manning gain the confidence he was lacking when he threw four touchdown passes in the game. The Patriots defense will be throwing different coverage's and blitzes at Eli trying to force turnovers. 5. The mind games. Bill Belichick is a genius when it comes to finding a way to win. Then, with Tom Brady appearing in a walking boot last week in New York. Then, later that same afternoon he is seen without the boot. Sprain or no sprain, Brady will be playing for his third Super Bowl MVP. 4. Experience! Eli has no championship experience: His college play at Ole Miss led to no major bowl games and his professional career is no better. He is in his first Super Bowl and for the first time in a long time he is looking like a steady quarterback. Brady had to battle for a starting spot at Michigan and then had to battle for a backup spot in New England. 3. First to 37 will win. Considering the Patriots scored more than 37 points in eight games, while the Giants reached that plateau only once this season. It would be safe to say that Brady has more options to throw to than Eli. 2. The record speaks for itself. The Patriots are 18-0 and going for perfection. Brady threw for a record 50 touchdowns. Blood, Sweat, Tears, Rain Maybe you noticed that it's raining. This is a strange phenomena for those of us San Diego natives, so we're going to take a look at it in depth here today at the Science Corner of BST. "Rain" is actually f rom the Greek word rainus, meaning " to be pissed on by the sky". Some historians believe that it descends from the Latin term ranius et blanketus which literally translates to, "Screw this noise. I'm staying home under the blankets." Rain has no natural predators, which has allowed it to breed without disruption to the point that we are now seeing it in environs which have not normally been part of its natural habitats, such as San Diego. I could talk now about all the positives of rain, but any "positives" are really just a product of clever marketing. It makes plants grow and it's important, While Randy Moss broke Jerry Rice's record of 22 touchdown receptions with the same record breaking pass. 1. The number one reason why I believe the Patriots will go undefeated: despite loving their commercials, I am not a big fan of the Mannings. But when it all said and done, there will be a new Super Bowl Champion and a new champion of football. The Patriots are going to win, but once again won't cover the spread. The final score of t he game is going to be the Patriots 38, Giants 31 with Tom Brady walking away with his third Super Bowl M VP Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm.edu. By Torio, Savey / Pride Staff Writer and blah blah blah. Now, let's talk about the dark side. Rain will make you melt. You thought they werefluffingabout in . The Wizard of Oz. They're not joking. An estimated 15% of people will actually melt if hit by more than three teaspoons of rain. Rain also survives mainly on a diet of kittens and killer hairstyles. If your hair looks good, there's probably some rain on the way to eat it. Also, rain shot JFK. In fact, in Seattle, convicted criminals aren't sent to prison. They're simply left out to be tortured and eventually devoured by the rain. So before you start thinking that your spring wildflowers are about to bloom and rain is really the tear drops of angels or some crap, look at the cold, hard, scientific facts. Rain is a wet, yucky apocalypse from the sky. Watch your back. Faculty Mentoring Program www.csusm.edu/fc/fmpmain.htm Visit out website for an online application: Due February 1,2008 Team up with a CSUSM faculty mentor to receive: • Academic advising 1 Career guidance • Professional contacts 1 Much more... Open to juniors and seniors who are first-generation college students and/or financially disadvantaged. Faculty Mentoring Program CSUSM Faculty Center • Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4017 • fmp@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/fmpmain.htm AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY What's your journey? Learn how Zach's business degree helped him, at age 29, own 15 franchises including Little Caesars Pizza, Carvel Ice Cream, Cinnabon, Sonic Burger, Verizon Wireless, and many more. To learn more about Zach's inspiring story and future plans, and t o explore the business programs offered: W W » www.apu.edu/explore/sbm E » sbrrigrad@apu.edu Toll free (866) 209-1559 S CHOOL O F BUSINESS A ND M ANAGEMENT » G raduate Programs �JQ Tues day y January 29\ 2008 SPORTS CSUSM Baseball goes 0-2 in season opening Doubleheader BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Baseball faced Master's College on Saturday in a pair of games that resulted in two close losses for the Cougars. In game one, Master 's attacked early, scoring two runs in the first inning on a Joe Zeller two-run home run. CSUSM got on the board in the third, as senior, Tristan Gale singled to center field, scoring senior, Jason Hinton. Master's answered in the bottom of the third with a pair of runs, bringing the score to 4-2. The CSUSM relief would go on to hold Master's scoreless for the remainder of the game, however, the Cougars were unable to produce offensively, leaving the final, score at 4-2. In game two, the Cougars struck first, scoring two runs in the second inning as senior, Terry Moritz scored on a Master's error. Senioi, Juan Perez scored on a Ricardo Moran double. The Cougars would take the 2-0 lead into the bottom of the fifth inning, where Master's would score one run on a Pete Goeman RBI single. The Master's barrage continued through the sixth and seventh inning, as they scored one run in each, to bring the final score to 3-2. CSUSM's record fell to 0-2; the wins brought Master's record to 3-0. The Cougars travel to Point Loma Nazarene University today to face the 3-0 Sea Lions at 2:00 p.m. The Cougars' home opener is on Saturday against Vanguard at Escondido High School. Game one of the doubleheader is at 11:00 a.m. and game two is at 2:00p.m. THE PRIDE WRITERS WANTED •GET PUBLISHED «SERVE THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY •BUILD A PORTFOLIO «NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO JOIN Contact The Pride student newspaper: Come by our staff meeting: Phone 760.750.6099 Email pride@csusm.edu Tues / 5:30pm / Craven 3500 D E S I G N or CHANCE? Exploring the Biblical and Scientific Answers January 29, 2008 12:00 noon and 7:30 PM Clark Field House at Cal State University San Marcos P resented b y J o h n C . B ilello P rofessor E meritus o f M aterial S cience a nd E ngineering from U niversity o f M ichigan B oth t he s cientific a nd B ible c ommunities o ffer a v ariety o f e xplanations f or life. Dr. B ilello, a s a p hysical s cientist, e xplores t hese e xplanations in s imple l anguage a nd w ith h elpful v isuals. H e'll c over q uestions l ike: D o e volutionary m odels p ass the t ests f or a ccepted s cientific t heory? W h a t d oes the f ossil r ecord p rove t hus f ar? C a n t he c o n c e p t o f ' s p o n t a n e o u s ' g e n e t i c i nnovations o ver time e xplain the h uman e ye? W h i c h G enesis i nterpretations o f c reation m ake s ense a nd w hich d o n ot? * F REE E VENT * F REE Refreshments * Parking Reimbursed * Sponsored by the San Diego County Christadelphian Bible Students " �2007: The Year in By BUI Rhein/Pride Staff Writer • 2008 is in full swing and it's time to call out to the world of cinema for the past year. There were certainly some absolutely wonderful films that came out last year, but 2007 is marred by a lackluster summer and several overrated movies. Several well known American directors put out their best works, yet it is the works of those outside this country that stole the show. Before descending into a brutal attack, on the past year, I do have sqme very good films to commend. The year got off to a great start with David Fincher's "Zodiac", which is a contender with "Fight Club" as his best work. The tension and acting make this one a must buy. Also worth buying is "The Bourne Ultimatum", which brought a nice end to the trilogy, and "Ratatouille", which was another masterpiece by Disney/ Pixar. Some of the delightful films worth watching came out late 2007. These include "Juno", "Across The Universe", "3; 10 To Yuma", and "American Gangster". For those who enjoy serious cinema, "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" is an absolute treat. Finally worth a mention is one of the few films to survive the dismal summer, "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix". Upon reflecting on the movies of the year 2007, the first thing I think of is this dismal array of summer movies. The • M v l W M pursuit of profits led to an incredible amount of sequels, which included "Spiderman 3", "Fantastic 4: The Rise of the Silver Surfer", "Shrek 3", and "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End", which were all unnecessary movies meant to sucker the consumer. Earlier in the year, as well, film goers were 'graced' with such works as "Norbit", "The Invisible", "Ghostrider", "TMNT", and "Next". The year rounded out with more lackluster pieces such as "Balls of Fury", "Beowulf', "Alvin and the Chipmunks", "War", "Awake", and "Good Luck Chuck". The latter two films and the sequel to "Fantastic 4 " have proven that Jessica Alba's talents are limited to winking, and thus won her 'Worst Female Actor of the Year'. As for her male counter part it would be Nicholas Cage for "Next", "National Treasure: Book of Secrets", and "Ghostrider". Next to consider, there are a few more bad movies to name, however these are a special few. These are the movies that became really popular, but were truly not that good. One of these films is "Transformers". It is not a popular thing to say, but this movie is riddled w l A l P wkwk Film Jb HI JMbA ll with problems. Michael Bay should go back to music videos as this movie was shameful. The only reason it was popular is because of Optimus Prime, and his crew. Everything was low quality from the acting to the story and especially the dialogue. The CGI was not even that good. A similar movie would be "Dragon Wars", which was the same premise as "Transformers", only it was not popular because it did not have a popular toy line and TV show behind it. Quickly I would like to include "The directors, this year would have belonged entirely elsewhere in the world of <?inema. Previously mentioned was "Zodiac" which would have been the best US film of the year if it were not for the Coen Brothers. "No Country For Old Men", which is a brilliant film that everyone should see. It is easily the Coens' best, which is saying a lot. The acting, storyline, and tension are incredible. It is without a doubt going to be in the top ten of the 2000's with "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind", "Lord of the Rings", and "The Departed". But the world of cinema is not limited to what is put out by the US. Also from 2007 came the brilliant German film "The Lives of Others" and the Danish film by Susanne Bier, "After the imagescourtesyotimaD.com Wedding". Just Simpsons Movie", which was like three because one has to read subtitles does bad episodes of "The Simpsons" in a row. not mean these are not awesome films. The final pair I will call out are "Knocked Finally, I commend thefilmmakersof Up" and "Superbad". The makers of the United Kingdom for their work this year. Danny Boyle is on top form with these movies are desperate for attention "Sunshine", and dramas such as "Control" using every crude trick possible. Both and "This Is England" should not be of these use vulgarity in place of actual missed. "Atonement" is also well worth substance and are not that funny the watching. And my final film to honor second time through, not that they were this year was my favorite, "Hot Fuzz", funny in the first place. The continuing a brilliant tale of police and murder in a string of unrealistic movies poking fun at quiet English town. I hope you will take stereotypical losers does not impress me. the time to watch and re-watch the films With that off my chest, it is time to I suggested. Hopefully 2008 will bring consider the cream of the crop. Without much more to enjoy in cinemas near you. the work of some great American ALTERNATIVE /r> 1 Receive the email edition POP 20086raromy Nominees : MtöUSARTISTS \h ite» Wkm&atwtfsong* heard atym. Student Polls COUNTKY Moment of Forever mUENÄSOn POP M V Montana 2; Non-Stop Dance Party - *» mmmwmtm Comment on stories lelMpmnwÌW^PS^^rò www.thecsusmpride.com Images courtesy of ai Jb �BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Marin Brewing Company brews Raspberry Trail Ale in Larkspur, California. The brewery opened in April of 1989. Brendan Moylan acts as the general partner for the brewery. The brewery only uses natural ingredients in their products. Furthermore, the brewery focuses on making unique and diverse tasting beers than those of the more common domestic breweries. Raspberry Trail Ale won two awards. The ale won gold in the California State Fair in 2005 and gold in the Best of the West in 2002. The dark brown glass bottle holds 22 fluid ounces with an alcohol by volume of 5%. Six ingredients comprise the award winning ate. The six ingredients are barley, malt, yeast, water, and natural raspberry flavoring. The bottle has a large label containing the company's logo of a swan on a lake. An array of purple and magenta hues comprises the label. A black bottle cap stamped with the yellow words California Brewed seals the ale. The ale pours soft with a half-inch thick head that disappears relatively quickly. The amber colored ale has an almost foggy tinting. The ale enters the mouth with a rapid surge of flavor that lingers on the tongue for several seconds. After the ale has disappeared a sugary film develops in the mouth causing the lips to smack in demand for more. The brewery recommends serving the ale in a glass as to release some of the flavoring. Raspberries alone are great tasting, but they are even better when used to flavor ale. Take a stroll to BevMo this week and check out this week's ale for a delicious fruit inspired delicacy. Photo by Jonathan Thompson Interview with: BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride S taff Writer Street performers at heart and gentlemen by nature, Jay, Lou, and Mickey Smart (a.k.a. The Smart Brothers) are unraveling the heartstrings of local music critics and enthusiasts alike with their old Hollywood jazz and Americana folk style. With dozens of instruments, such as ukuleles, soprano guitars, a jaw harp, slide whistle, castanets and an accordion—just to name a few—The Smart Brothers are well versed in love and harmony. Painting a picture under the stars with nothing but their beautiful melodies and flawless instrumental synchronization, the sound of The Smart Brothers is lush, rich, and soulful. How did The Smart Brothers come t o collect so many instruments? Jay Smart, the proud player of the suitcase, which doubles as a bass drum, said, "the funny thing is that they each have very strange stories behind them. For instance, we were in a pawnshop one time in the South and there was this octave mandolin there. Well, Lou walked in and said, 'I have to have that octave mandolin.' Of course we couldn't afford it, but we went back home, dug up these old sheepskin drums and other weird things, traded it all in, and got the octave mandolin." At a young age, Jay and Lou Smart garnered an appreciation for music not only as a result of their fascination for instruments, but also through the Photo courtesy of The Smart Brothers headphones of their walkmans blasting the inspirational tunes of Handel's a matter of time before the three own music,"' said Lou, and that's what "Messiah," The Beach Boys, and The they did. stumbled upon a happy accident at Beatles. Whereas Mickey—the adopted an open mic night at a local café. It With a five track demo currently Smart Brother—avidly listened to his was then, only a few short months out, The Smart Brothers are gearing up father's record collection as a child, ago, when they discovered their gift to create and distribute a full-length with over 60 years of vinyl classics, for harmony. "We were all sort of out artistic compilation of their music and grew up around his mother's own doing our own thing at the time, and which not only captures their unique career as a folk singer/songwriter. eventually we sard 'you know, screw sound and soul, but is also as visually Having been childhood and close that, we're good enough to make our stimulating for their audience as their friends most of their lives, it was only Getting Smart with the San Diega Scene live show is. "To recreate what we do on stage is hard because it's very visual, so we're even thinking when it does come out in spring, it may be a DVD, we may really push the envelope as far as the presentation goes," said Jay. "We actually have this rule that we go by, that we don't keep any good songs, we only keep thé great songs," said Mickey, when describing their ever-evolving songwriting process. Constructing songs that embody powerful emotions and amorous imagery, it seems only natural that the inspiration for their songs comes from women. Just back in town from a cross-country winter tour, The Smart Brothers, along with their banjos, kazoos and xylophones, (along with the other dozens of instruments) strive t o please their audience and spend their lives doing what they love the most: making music. "Our whole thing is we just want to make people happy. When they come to our show, people feel like they are falling in love, and that's a good thing t o feel," said Lou. "It's a great feeling," said Jay, " when you're actually falling in love-in a relationship, that part doesn't last long, so we're trying t o drag it out a little bit." Geared with an orange VW van backed to the brim with musical gadgets, and dressed t o the nines in slacks, bowties and Gatsby-like attire, one can easily find The Smart Brothers playing a show almost any night of the week. Regulars at several venues around town and performing on the streets upwards of four or five times a week, The Smart Brothers are thinking smart in terms of getting their name and their music out and into the hearts of San Diegans. For more info and upcoming show dates, please visit: www. thesmartbrothers.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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. Sort Key PR The Pride Yes 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/. 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X IX N O. 1 Primary election season intensifies with voting BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Big plans for Black Student Union BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer A fter spending last semester resurrecting the Black Student Union, a forward looking attitude and a revamped sense of involvement could bring success to this growing group of African American students at Cal State San Marcos this spring. Under the motto, "If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude," the BSU is stepping out of the shadows intent on becoming an integral part of the CSUSM campus community. Having overcome the financial obstacles that stifled previous manifestations of the BSU, the new and improved BSU unveiled a calendar loaded with events and activities for the coming month at their Jan. 31 weekly meeting. Involvement is something that will be central to the BSU's ambitions this semester as they do more than simply step out into the campus community. Bringing in representatives from ASI and the Women's Center to their meeting, the BSU is making an effort to work with other campus organizations tq bring the entire campus together. "I think it's more important for us to not just stay BSU in and of itself, but let everyone see us," said BSU President Sherray-Blythe to the group. "If you didn't want to get involved, you wouldn't be here" In their biggest event of the month, the BSU will put on a dance called "Sensual Seduction" on Feb. 23 at the Clarke from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. The BSU encourages students interested in participating to attend their Thursday during U-Hour in University Hall 101. S4H»ER TiilSWY VIEWING PASTY c ith àésWf welebrate tfKt P rl«er$wî* i*p*i* t he outcome of t he p rimaries as r esidents o f t he largest delToday, Feb. ,5, Students* egate c ontributing s tate in t he Faculty, and S taff a t Cal S tate nation; San Marcos will stake t heir T he s taggering complexity^ claim in t he 2008 Presidential of the Presidential p rimaries r ace when they j oin m illions p resents a s tark c ontrast f rom of C alifornians at the voting t he r elatively simplicity i n t he b ooth to select delegates in G eneral Presidential Election t he 2 008 P residential p rimary t hat follows. Varying r ules elections. In a day known and f ormats f rom s tate t o s tate b est a s " Super Tuesday", and p arty t o p arty m ake the v oters f rom 23 other s tates n omination p rocess intensely move alongside C alifornia t o unpredictable. award delegates t o c andidates U nlike in t he General Elecfor the p arty's nominations tion here ^ candidates seek at t he national conventions e lectoral v otes, t he p rimaset t o t ake place t his c oming ries see c andidates campaign summer. for n ominations f rom p arty I n what w ill b e t he largest delegates that represent each t o d ate of t his already criti- state. While most s tates u se cal d ay in the p rimary elec- t he p rimary election system, tion season, "Super Tuesday" other states like Iowa choose o ffers t o candidates more del- t o award delegates to a c andiegates than can be won on any date based on t he outcome of other day in t he p rimary elec- large meetings known as caution. A s citizens of Califor- cuses. I]ti both cases, t hese delemay CSUSM s tudents registered to vote have the o pportu- gates then go o n t o each parnity to dramatically i nfluence ty's national convention t o d etermine Who t he n ominee c ampaign, s tates o ften vie f or will be. i nfluence by p ushing tfteir Since t he 905s? C alifornia's elections earlier i n t he season. p rimary election system h as In t his m anner of p osturing, changed 3 'times. Until 1996, C alifornia and several other C alifornia used a " closed" pri- s tates moved t heir p rimaries mary system, allowing only t o Feb. 5 t his year, e levate r egistered members of a p arty i ng t he i mportance of " Super Tuesday" b oth f or C alifornia t o vote on a p arty's b allot, With t he passage of P roposi- v oters a nd f or c andidates. tion 198, C alifornians adopted A ccording t o t he O ffice of » an " open" p rimary s ystem t o t he S ecretary of S tate, t he allow v oters to select a c an- A merican Independent P arty didate r egardless of political and the D emocratic P arty will a ffiliation. In 2 002, t he U S : allow " decline t o s tate" v oters Supreme C ourt d etermined t o r e v e s t ; ¿ p arty ballot f or t he " open" p rimary system t he Feb, 5 P residential P rit o b e a violation of a political mary E lection. T he Republip arty's F irst Amendment r ight can P arty h as decided t o not t o f ree association, t hus u sh- p ermit;; u naffiliated v oters ering in t he c urrent " modified to t ake p art in tfieir " Super e losed" p rimary system u nder T uesday" s election t his year. SB 28. If a p arty so c hooses, , P arty o fficials m aintain t he they can n otify t he Secretary belief t hat members should of State to p ermit u naffiliated d etermine the p arty's nomi"decline t o s tate" voters t o nee w hile u rging u naffiliated voters i nterested i n s upportp articipate i n t heir p rimary. Since p rimaries are h eld a t ingra Republican t o j oin- the d ifferent d ates and early per- Party. formances set the tone f or a S eat available on Board of Trustees for C SU Student CSSA issues applications for coveted position BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer The California State Student Association is accepting applications in its annual search for a new student t rustee to serve as the voice for CSU students on the CSU Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees are responsible for creating policies on student fees, admissions, financial aid, technology, and student services that a ffect more than 450,000 students, easily making it the highest policy planning committee in the CSU system. The position of student t rustee is the highest and most prestigious position a CSU student can hold. The p rimary responsibility of a student trustee consists of presenting the issues, positions, and perspectives of CSU stu- dents. A student t rustee holds the same powers and responsibilities of the other t rustees and is paid $100 a day for conducting the business of the Board as well as attending the seven regularly scheduled meetings per year. Applications must be mailed to the Office of University A ffairs, 401 Golden Shore, Long Beach, CA 90812 by 5:00 pm on Friday, Feb. 22. Inter- ested students can get more information and instructions on how to apply on the CSSA website at www.csustudents.org. Interviews for candidates are scheduled for Friday, May 12 at CSU Fullerton. Following the process, the CSSA will forward the names of two to five finalists to Governor Schwarzenegger who will then make an ultimate decision. University Village staff w ins spirit award Resident Advisors present stress busters at annual conference BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer On Jan. 26, the CSUSM Resident Advisors and Resident Hall Council members traveled to CSU San Bernardino for the Southern Resident Assistant Program Conference. The annual gathering recognizes the. achievements of student leaders in local college and university residence halls. Weeks in advance, students submit .program ideas to share at the conference. This year, eight programs from CSUSM were chosen. Students were able to spend the day relaxing and sharing ideas with other college leaders before the distribution of awards later on in the evening. Of the ten programs recognized for 'Top Ten of the Year,' two were from San Marcos RAs. CSUSM student, Corbin Northington, received an award for his presentation on necessary first aid knowledge in resident halls. Also garnering recognition was first year RA, Alexander Hoang. His program titled "Meditation Invigoration," challenged students to take risks in order to grow outside their comfort zones. The program's purpose is combating stress among college students, inspired by the chilling statistic that stress is a top factor of death in the United States. Hoang hopes that students can "be comfortable with oneself and make good choices away from materialism." Upon learning about his award, Hoang said, "It felt great. I'm glad to present something other student leaders could take something away from." After the program awards, the event's most prestigious award, the Spirit Award, was announced. The Spirit Award, based on spirit at the conference, participation in program presentations, and a video clip made prior to the day, was presented to CSUSM. The CSUSM RAs created a 'Cougar Lightning' video with the help of spirit leader, Brian Buttacavoli. Along with a three-dimension plaque, the awarded school keeps a 'Spirit Stick' for the year and returns it at the following year's conference. "It was awesome to take the highest award." Hoang said. CSUSM may be a small school but the strength of the University Village team and staff rose to the occasion. �NEWS Tuesday; February 05, 2008 Mini dreates exploratory committee to assessn hold orm debate put o situation City Council c XheC^pride I §§gi |§g£ * immimisim^ - ^ EDITOR W CHIIR * ! YmmimA PACHECOÌSÀAC BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer MANAGING EDITOR \ ' fcEMllOfflE * - Three weeks ago, the San Marcos City Council delayed any 4 further action towards approving ordinances that would provide DISTRÍBUTIOH MANAGER. > NICKSTIUZVER ^ ^ ^ limitations toward maintaining mini dorms for multiple college < MEWS EORROÁ ' students and young adults. JACICFECARBAIAL A mini dorm is a rental property found relatively close to colN M J M S EDITOR , : AMANDA AHDREHM ' lege areas primarily with the purpfttll^mmi^^ii^^^í^^^^mM^^^^^^M pose to accommodate students by ARTS 1 IKTFERTAÌNMFNT^ ; providing additional living space. EDITOR. This remodeling may include ; , ^ TOElASáOTY LAYOIJRRLDITOR - HICK $TMTVN& ' * ^ SFOHTS E DITORS / • O NTIM MANAGER ,HUHMOORJE 1 " " ; C o w ¡EDITOR THE PRIDE converting garages into extra bedrooms and paving lawns to provide more parking. The precarious situation between homeowners (who argue the rowdy tenants disrupt neighborhoods) and students (who believe affordable housing goes a long way) leaves the two communities embattled over the issue. The current answer provided by City Council right now lies in the creation of a "Student and Neighborhood Relations Commission." The eight members will oversee potential solutions for neighborhoods disrupted by loud, unruly college students and any other disruptive conduct. Two members of City Council will join the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce and a USMC Camp Pendleton representative from Oceanside. The remaining four include students from Cal State San Marcos and from Palomar Coljege. In Jan. 2007, the City of San Diego passed an ordinance for the owners of single-family homes to pay additional permit fees up to $1000 a year for households that have six or more adult occupants. The surrounding college area at San Diego State University is the most affected by the ordinance. Whether this will affect the San Marcos area remains unknown. Over the past several months, complaints among homeowners of the area have risen, mainly citing things such as loud partying, littering, and limited street parking. For information concerning this issue, visit http://www.ci.sanmarcos.ca.us/ccouncil.asp. 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COUGAR BAZAAR & S TUDENT FUNDRAISING W I M ' '' ' • Ü B PLAZA - - �O PINION T HE PRIDE Church's Influence on Sports NHL Trade Deadline Approaches BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer W ith t he Feb. 26 N HL t rade d eadline a pproaching, it is t ime f or t eams t o decide t o sell or buy. But b uyers b eware: t he A naheim D ucks f ailed t o m ake a b lockbuster t rade at t he d eadline a nd still m arched t o t heir f irst S tanley C up c hampionships. D espite have C onn S myth ( playoff M VP) Scott N iedermayer r eturning and last seasons l eading scorer r eturning t o t heir l ineups i nstead of r etiring. T he D ucks a re j ust one of m any t eams l ooking t o lock u p a big t rade b efore t he d eadline. But w ith Atlanta T hrashers M arian Hossa, Toronto Maple L eafs M ats Sundin and Colorado Avalanches John-Michael Liles on the t rade block. But even the T hrashers and Avalanche are still in the playoff hunt. With 12 t eams w ithin eight p oints of t he p layoffs, t here w ill b e m ore t eams t hinking t hey are b uyers t han sellers. T he sellers have t he u pper h and. T his y ear's sellers should consist of t he Tampa Bay L ightning, T he Maple L eafs, L os Angeles K ings, E dmonton O ilers and Columbus Blue Jackets. T hen t he question b ecomes w ho goes and what can we get. T he L ightning continue t o have one m ajor need t hey would like t o fill and that is goaltending. Problem with t his n eed is that q uality goaltending available i sn't available. They could t ry and go a fter u nproven O ttawa Senators goaltender Ray Emery, but E mery's $3.3 m illion s alary is a t urndown. W hereas, if t hey a re w illing t o send a d raft pick and a p rospect t o t he Oilers f or M athieu G aron, they would have a n umber one goaltender f or next year. T he Maple L eafs have no option. T he only t rade bait t hey have i s S undin, who is t he best player available in t he t rade m arket. You can expect t he Maple L eafs to.be a sking f or t op p rospects as t hey are still y ears away f rom b uilding a Stanley C up c aliber t eam. T he K ings are once again in t he dog house and going no w here. T hey t ried t o rebuild t heir t eam w ith v eteran f ree agents, but t hat f ailed miserably. N ow it is t ime f or t hem t o t rade t heir recently signed f ree agents and v eterans and allow t heir y oung t alent t o show t heir skills. Finally t here is t he Blue Jackets. The Blue Jackets have A dam Foote, Sergei Federov and Michael Peca w ho all have Stanley C up f inal e xperience. But realistically, t he Blue Jackets w on't be able t o move t hese players and w ill have t o do t heir r ebuilding in t he f ree agency like m any other t eams. But t here is still a w ild card out t here t hat w on't cost any p rospects. Peter Forsberg is t he most sought out player right now. T he upside t o Forsberg w ill b e that he w on't cost any p rospect. The downside is every t eam in t he p layoff hunt w ants h im. T he upside f or Forsberg is he gets t o choose and it s eems like he w ill be h eaded b ack t o h is home t eam. T he P hiladelphia F lyers have t o b e t he f ront r unners w ith t heir big t urnaround and s alary cap r oom. With Forsberg w anting a t wo y ear deal and F orsberg's love for P hiladelphia, it s eems like t he r ight m atch again. E specially with t he Flyers five p oints b ehind t he Senators w ith t wo g ames in h and. One t hing is f or sure, only t ime w ill tell. Any c omments or questions can be sent to c hurc009@csusm. edu or p ride@csusm.edu. Tuesday, February 05, 2008 Blood, Sweat, Tears, Stupidity BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer L ast Saturday, I was p ondering what I should do. I 'd a lready t aken a n ap, gone f or a w alk, eaten m ore b readsticks t han my b ody h ad room f or at Pat and O scar's, and a ttempted t o go t o w ork. W HAT WAS L EFT T O M E, KIDS?!? I t urned t o my significant other, and I said w ords I never t hought would come out of my m outh. " I k now i t's w rong b ut...can we rent Transformers?" I w rote a r ather s cathing r eview of t he movie Transformers last semester. P robably b ecause t he a cting w as, t alent w ise, on p ar w ith a D owny f abric s oftener commercial. B ut, s ometimes on a Saturday n ight, you need giant r obots. A nd explosions. A nd t o watch t he k id f rom Even Stevens m ake out w ith Megan Fox, w ho could crack oysters on her stomach like an otter. L ook, t here's no shame in t hese n eeds, people. Sometimes we all n eed stupid t hings. T here's going t o b e a day when you watch one of t hose b reak d ancing movies t hat's a l ittle short on plot, but you still c ry when t he h ero does that move t hat h is b rother invented b efore h e got shot by t hose gang m embers. N ot t hat I 've ever seen such a movie. Or p erhaps you spend t he e ntire day w atching a marathon of any show on MTV. Except Pimp My Ride—Pimp My Ride is never stupid. The point is t hat you should never be a fraid t o share t he t hings t hat b ring you c omfort. How do you k now t hat t he g uy s itting next t o you in y our communications class d idn't watch t he m arathon of The Girls Next Door t he other day? Or p erhaps t he r eason t hey d idn't have t he Usher movie at Blockbuster is b ecause t he girl next t o you in Psych h ad a lready r ented it. So t he m oral is: d on't j udge. B ecause e veryone h as w atched at least one m ovie on either O xygen, L ifetime, or t he F amily C hannel. Now, I 'm going t o w atch m y Buffy the Vampire Slayer D VDs. Obtaining your P hD? Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive awards up to $30,000 in forgivable loans to students in doctoral programs. Applications Due: February 11,2008 Return to work at the CSU and for every year worked in the GSU system, 20% of the loan is forgiven • CSU Faculty Sponsorship required • Doctoral students planning to attend a doctorate program in AY 08-09 or already enrolled are encouraged to apply. • For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm 3 j* it AZUSA PACIFIC u n i v E r s ITy - MYEISH P fGUERO GAMÌNQ, MÂHQD ' 0 3 Vice Presideof and Corporate Giving Manager, Woshingtoii MiJtuai Inc. What's your journey? APU's graduât© business program reinforced Myeisha's desire to be a leader of change through Washington Mutuali community programs. To learn more about Myeisha's inspiring story and to explore the MBA or Master of M s hi Human Resource and Organizational Development programs: www.apu.ed y/explore/sbm ToN free (866) 209-1559 sbmgracl@apu»edu SCHOOL QF B U M S AND MANAGEMENT » G r a d u a t e Programs �4 Tuesday; February 05, 2008 TRAVEL THE PRIDE Clockwise left to right: 1. The two-ton statue of Atlas in Rockefeller Center, located across the street from St. Patrick's Cathedral. 2. Flags from air over the world in Rockefeller Center. 3. Overlooking the New Jersey coastline from the Irish Potato. Famine Memorial. 4. Lady Liberty still standing proud amidst the gloom. BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer New York is home to many giants: the victorious NY Giants, giant skyscrapers, a giant statue, giant bridges, giant pretzels, giant hot dogs, and giant musical productions. That said, any venture to New York City is bound to be one monumental occasion, and so too was mine last year. Arriving in the city at 3 a.m. one Saturday morning, it only took seconds for the infamous saying that NYC is "the city that never sleeps" to ring true. Crammed into the backseat of a taxi (my first NY taxi ride of many), adrenaline pulsed through me as our cab driver proceeded to get out of the car come close to blows with another driver over who's turn it was to merge into the right-hand lane. I never heard so many violent profanities in different languages at one time before. Once on Manhattan Island, we made our way to Times Square. A hub of fluorescent lights and mayhem, in the center of all the action we arrived at our hotel, which stood adjacent to the glowing Coca-Cola marquee and next to the Legally Blonde Broadway, show. A world all its own; the lights, action and smells mystified and excited me. Throughout the duration of our Manhattan adventure, I experi- The thing about New York is that there is so much to see and do, that it is nearly impossible to capture it in words, and see it all in under a week. enced many firsts. My first NY hot dog, my first time hailing a cab on my own, my first time getting lost in a such an overwhelming city, and the first time I had the opportunity to see so many historical and famous places. The thing about New York is that there is so much to see and do, that it is nearly impossible to capture it in words, and see it all in under a week. Our first night in the city my group of companions and I made a list of all the things we wanted to do and see. Then, we attempted to organize the locations g eographically and maximize every minute of every day. Forget sleeping—we were in New York, and who knew when we were going to be back there H H H H m H ^^ again—we were going to t ry to do it all. Day one began with a privately guided limousine tour of the city to get our bearings of how to navigate the island. I must say if you have the money, seeing New York through the sunroof and windows of a private limo, complete with bubbly and beverages galore, is hands down the way to go. The city was under water on day two. It poured all night, and continued to pour all day, and this was the day we planned to visit the Statue of Liberty. I must admit it was not our best idea. Walking miles in the rain to the harbor and waiting in line at the Statue for two hours constituted the most miserably wet and uncomfort- mmmsmSm able day of my life. However, it was bittersweet, as it will forever be one of the most memorable days of my life. Seeing Lady Liberty in all her glory and breathing in the musty history that filled the hallways and stairs, awakened a new sense of adventure and patriotism. The rest of our trip continued in this fashion, with a lot of bitter, and almost as much sweet. Sludging around the city in the sticky heat and moody weather at times created problems, such as ending up on the subway line that went to the Bronx all by myself, and running out of clean, dry clothes. Thankfully, there were plenty of "I heart N Y" shirts to build a wardrobe for the remaining few days. In all its glory and infamy, NYC should be at the top of your places to see, as it has more to offer than any other city in the country. f rtp fc ¡SÜ" , ... " ÜÜ �FEATURES THE PRIDE Tuesday; February 05, 2008 OurSpace comes to CSUSM Gathering news and information into one easily accessible source BY JON THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer One of the biggest impacts the internet at large has, is the instant availability of news from sources the all over the world. Consequently, with this ever-faster availability of news, comes a greater demand for single sources to provide all necessary news. Students, like many professionals with full schedules and pressing deadlines, find themselves most in demand for news that is quickly and easily accessible. In November of 2007, CSUSM celebrated the release of such a website. Regarded as a one-stop news source for students* Our- Space is a separate entity from the struction, as well as about the CSUSM homepage, which serves CSUSM homepage which will be as a student resource, rather than undergoing a process of renovaa news source. OurSpace seeks tion," said Thompson. t o provide an up-to-date news 1 Due to OurSpace's recent function for on-campus news anc) release, the site is still in the announcements relevant to stUr1 ' 'developmental phases; however, dents and the university. ^ \ it is completely functional. StuAccording to Kane Thompson, dents are able to submit feedback Senior Director of Communica- by simply clicking the feedback link from OurSpace's menu tabs. tions for CSUSM's OurSpace; "Our goal i s to rè-educate the OurSpace runs in conjunction campus community on how they with InSight, also launched in access their ne^ys, making infoir- November of 2007 which serves matten easy to locate and click-. the same news and announceabïe.^ôttfSpace provides users ment functions for staff and faclinks to t he campus- events cal- ulty that OurSpace provides to endar, as well as, thé T he Pride students. Onlifte. It is however,*important A source such as OurSpace for students to know OurSpace is can only help to serve students' a news announcemerrt board, not awareness of what they need to an event calendar itself." know about the university. As "We would like to hear feed- students are generally notorious back from thè students about for lacking in any spare time, this OurSpace, which is under con- site is yet another step towards the growing ease, convenience— and most importantly—^ the speed that we continue to crave from our news sources. OurSpace can be accessed at: http://insite.csusm.edu/archives/ ourspaçe__full.pflip Primaries & Super Tuesday Preview BY PAUL WYSOCKI Pride Staff Writer Today is Super Tuesday, the day when more than 20 states across the country will ho>ld t hej| p iit^j^y ^electigns, This means that the states involved in the primaries (24 to be exact, including California) will have voters cast their ballots toward the candidate they believe to be the best individual for the j ob of president of the United States of America. Furthermore, the more states a candidate wins, the better chance he or she has at being the front-runner. To put it simpler: Super Tuesday is kind of like a mini-election, or a preliminary round in American Idol. The official presidential elections are not until November; but t hat's November, and this is now, giving us ten months to go; unofficially marking Super Tuesday the beginning of the race! The w inners of the m ajority of the 24 states will be recognized as the f rontrunners, and begin t o c ampaign nationally. Before, campaigning was only for states that held earlier p rimaries, such as Iowa or New Hampshire, in order for candidates t o save money and secure victories, propelling them t hrough the race. However, a fter Super Tuesday the f ront-runners take the lead, the battle lines will remain drawn until November. A year ago t here were countless candidates campaigning all across the country. As of Super Tuesday, there will only be Last but not least is Ron Paul; the six left: two from the Democratic Party, and four f rom the Republican side. And Republican Congressman f rom Texas who feels our country is straying away the candidates are: We have Barack Obama, a Democratic s enator from Illinois, , who: has b eenp^ "senator his professional career a little over 3 years. Obama's platform rests oil his promise/vocalization of change, which has inspired millions and his following only seems to be growing (in January Ä.J alone his campaign acquired $32 million through contributions). He was recently voted #1 Liberal Senator by the National Journal, and has support f rom big names like the Kennedy's and Oprah. The other Democrat r unning is former First Lady Hillary Clinton, the current New York Senator. Alongside Obama, they make this presidential race a historical feat, being that neither a woman nor an A frican American have ever made it so far along in the primaries. Clinton also stated she would bring change, and emphasized her 30 years of experience as a strong point in her campaign. For the Republicans, there is John McCain, a Senator f rom Arizona. Senator McCain served as a captain in the Vietnam War, received several awards and medals, and was a Prisoner of War for almost 6 years in Vietnam. Next we've got Mitt Romney, a republican and former governor of Massachusetts, who has lengthy expérience with budgetary finances because of h is successful career as a CEO and president of the 2002 Winter Olympics. f rom its founding principles. Paul is increasingly popular among younger voters, college campuses, and Google. Aspiring to obtain doctorate California Pre-Doctoral Program Application Due: March 21,2008 • fully-funded summer internship • $3K scholarship for symposiums, college visits, application/test fee waivers and more • CSU Faculty Sponsorship required For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2400 (760) 750-4019 •facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm,edu/fc/loans.htm �FEATURES Tuesday; February 05, 2008 THE PRIDE RecycleMania 2008 begins BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer It is that time again. The Recyclemania 2008 contest begins February 8th. The annual recycling contest happens for 10 weeks, and is open to competing colleges nationwide. In 2006 and 2007, CSUSM won the Grand Champion Award, and in 2005, when the contest only contained two categories, CSUSM almost won the Per Capita category and placed first in the Recycling Rate category. Currently, the 2008 con- test includes more than 400 colleges, whereas last year's contest only included a little more than 200 schools. San Diego State University and University of California San Diego have entered the competition again. This year there are four main categories in the contest: Largest Amount of Recyclables Per Capita, Largest Amount of Total Recyclables, Least Amount of .Trash Per Capita, and Highest Recycling Rate. Participating colleges can also compete in the Targeted Materials category. In the Targeted Materials category, schools may choose one item from the following to focus on: bottles and cans, corrugated cardboard, food service organics, and paper, and then the competition mandates measurements in pounds on a weekly basis throughout the duration of the competition. For their efforts, campuses receive trophies, awards, and certificates. The Green Team and Blue Crew are major components in the competition. The Green Team constantly focuses on reducing, recycling, and reusing at CSUSM while the Blue Crew handles the actual collection and sorting of CSUSM's trash. Based on their combined efforts, CSUSM continues to be a fierce competitor in the contest. When asked if CSUSM will win the competition, Junior Business Major Kyle McClellan responded with, "Win? Heck yeah! Our school is the stuff!" For more information, please visit: http://www.recyclemania. com/ and http://www.myspace. com/recyclemania. Mardi Gras: Let the good times roll BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer I would be willing to bet that nearly everyone in the continental United States and Western Europe has at least heard of Mardi Gras. That's right, the greatest free party on earth; narrow, cozy streets in the French Quarter, beads flying from balconies bursting with eager celebrators, free alcohol, countless floats, outrageous costumes, and raucous behavior in every nook and cranny of New Orleans, Louisiana. Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, or most commonly known as, Fat Tuesday, is in fact today. As the last day before the Catholic observance of Lent, Mardi Gras calls for merriment and festivity to run thick throughout New Orleans, not to mention innumerable other locations around the world. Arriving as early a » February 3 or as late as March 9, Mardi Gras serves as a last-ditch effort to treat yourself prior to the dry month preceding Easter. Simply known as Carnival or Carnivale internationally (namely, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil), the celebration's intentions are universal while still incorporating the great music and over-indulgence synonymous with the revelry here in the States; Most partygoers have no idea that Mardi Gras actually ends today, Fat Tuesday, with January 6 as the real beginning of the festivities. On Epiphany, twelve days after Christmas, Orthodox Catholics believe that Jesus Christ "shone forth" as God in human form. Western Christians also celebrate this day as the visitation of the Magi and commemorate the event with a feast. What's more, the tradition began in the United States even before the territory fell under American rule. Nearly one hundred years before the Louisiana Purchase, King Louis XIV reigned over a large part of our now united country. As a means of defending his newly acquired land, the French monarch sent for Iberville and Bienville LeMoyne to go sailing up the Mississippi River in hopes of establishing a new settlement. The brothers called the area they came upon Point du Mardi Gras. Throughout the years, proud French descendants inhabiting the Bayou, known as Creoles, passed on their traditions to make honorary Creoles out of all taking part in the bash. As interesting as all the history is, the mere mention of Mardi Gras causes most Americans to conjure up thoughts of flowing beer and women shamelessly bearing their chests in exchange for plastic beads. Obviously, there is no objection to this on Bourbon Street, but has anyone ever stopped to ask: Why beads? It all started in the 1920s with the Rex Company's float tossing inexpensive glass necklaces into the parade's crowd. Thus, a tradition was born. Nowadays, it is quite common for float Krewes (groups who produce and ride on parade floats) to shell out thousands of dollars on the enticing purple, green, and gold necklaces. All in all, Mardi Gras is not solely a French celebration; it is rather a means of uniting different people and cultures all looking for the same thing: a good party. "Why do you think the presidential primaries are Important?1' Alex W a n g - Sophomore X think t he primaries are % important because it% a huge p art of t he f uture our nation. umor % C It's going to deteriuine who m running {m president m é I think we i illll I mistake lasttimeand Ï wan t to make H H w e àm*t d o t h e mmm Leave the Sprinting to us. thing agairt North County's new SPRINTER light rail train has arrived. W ith service every ^ W h o e v e r w e pick is o u r A o i c e , oiir decision. It's p a r t of why our votes really d o count. half hoyr on weekdays and every hour on the weekends, ft s easy to hop aboard the SPRINTER, Catch the train at any one of the new 1 5 stations* BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated t o connect you to major destinations along Your ticket to North County s n m short a it begins I ^IPRINTCEF! GoNCTD.com * Call 511 �FEATURES THE PRIDE Tuesdayt February 05, 2008 Giants break Patriot's perfect season BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer In a g ame w ith p rime-time s torylines on both sides of t he field, it is a lmost fitting that it e nded t he way it d id. T he N ew York G iants e dged out t he N ew E ngland Patriots 17-14, Sunday, in a g ame t hat h as been billed a s one of t he b iggest u psets in Super Bowl h istory. The P atriots w ere 18 g ames d eep i nto their quest f or i mmortality a nd one g ame short f rom t rue p erfection at A merica's most opulent s porting s pectacle; Super Bowl X LII. On t he o ther side of t he f ence w ere the N ew York G iants. T he u nderdog in nearly all a spects. F ortunately f or t hem, the G iants w ere not l acking one i ntangible a spect of t he g ame - m omentum. T he P atriots h ad n ot lost a g ame all s eason, but t heir route t o t he big g ame h ad n oth- ing on t he p ath that Eli M anning and t he N ew York G iants h ad to t ake. Super Bowl X LII w as t he G iants 11th straight v ictory away f rom G iants Stadium, t ruly g iving n ew m eaning t o t he p hrase " road w arriors." I n f ront of over 70,000 at University of P hoenix Stadium in Glendale, A rizona, t he G iants p osted the first p oints on a 32-yard L awrence Tynes field goal. T he P atriots would t ake t he lead on t he first play of t he second q uarter, as r unning b ack, L aurence M aroney r ushed in a one-yard t ouchdown. T he score would r emain 7-3 t hrough t he r emainder of t he second q uarter, into h alftime, and t hrough t he t hird q uarter. T he G iants s truck early in t he f ourth q uarter, on an Eli M anning t o David Tyree five-yard t ouchdown r eception. At t he t hree m inute m ark in t he f ourth, t he P atriots t ook back t he lead w ith a six- yard t ouchdown p ass t o R andy Moss. With j ust 35 seconds r emaining in t he game, down by four, Eli M anning hit w ide receiver, P laxico B urress, f or a 13-yard t ouchdown t hat w ill go down in h istory as t he lob t hat derailed p erfection. " It's t he g reatest f eeling in p rofessional s ports," said B urress, who caught only t wo p asses f or a total of 27 y ards a fter r umors swirled of t he p ossibility t hat a swollen k nee and a nkle i njury would leave P laxico sidelined f or t he g ame. B urress, w ho g uaranteed a v ictory t o t he m edia on Tuesday, e ndured t he c ynicism and stood by h is claim, silencing t he c ritics w ith one catch. The P atriots h ad one final chance t o score in t he closing seconds, but t hree incomplete p asses and a ten-yard sack by G iants defensive t ackle, Jay A lford sealed t he victory. T he G iants d efense played a large roll in t he u pset, anchored by d efensive e nd, J ustin Tuck's five t ackles, t wo sacks, and one f orced f umble. Safety, J ames Butler racked u p 10 t ackles and linebacker, A ntonio P ierce h ad eight. Despite t he loss, t he P atriots m aintain the title of t he only t eam in t he 17-week r egular season e ra t o o rchestrate a perfect 16-0 season. " It's d isappointing," said a d ispirited P atriots coach, Bill Belichick a fter t he game. A ccording t o N ielsen M edia R esearch, Super Bowl X LII set a television record as t he h ighest r ated Super Bowl ever, d rawing i n 97.5 m illion v iewers. T he g ame also went down as t he second most watched television b roadcast ever, f alling short 8.5 m illion v iewers of t he 1983 finale of television series M-A-S-H. Cougars split home opener against Vanguard BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer The Cougars (2-4) split their home opener, doubleheader against Vanguard (1-1) on Sat. losing the first game 8-3, and winning the final game 1-0. Vanguard dominated the first game on a strong pitching p erformance froiri Dustin Jones, who went six shutout innings and surrendered only two hits. Michael Anderson pitched the» final three innings giving up the only three r uns the Cougars scored. Vanguard broke the game open in t he top of the 5th and 6th innings. In the top of the 5th, RF Jason Machado hit a one-out solo homerun to give Vanguard a 3 -0 lead. A two out two-error mishap lead to Vanguard's second r un in the inning. In the top of the 6th, Machado struck again with a two-RBI single u p the middle. He ended his day 3 -4 with four RBI's. By t he b ottom of t he 7th, t he Cougars were down an i nsurmountable lead 7-0. Jared Suwyn ended t he Vanguard shutout by h itting a t wo-run H R o ff of A nderson in t he 9th. The Cougars, j ust playing for r espect, added one more r un in t he bottom of t he 9th to m ake the final score 8-3. Game two of the double header was a different story for the Cougars shutting Vanguard out 1-0, in a pitchers duel using three pitchers to combine for a one-hit shutout. GUTS OR CAREER W ANCE CARTELLI HE R IGHT DadECISION? AS IT T Rivers h arthroscopic knee surgery BY L Pride Staff Writer The a ftermath of t he Super Bowl h as arrived and t he N FL s eason is over in d isappointing f ashion f or San Diego Charger f ans. With a severely h urt 'Big 3 ' in Philip Rivers', t orn ACL, L aDainian Tomlinson's, h yper extended k nee, and Antonio Gates', dislocated big toe, t he Chargers lost 21-12 on Jan. 20 t o t he N ew England Patriots. Sorry to r emind you Charger fans. The question I r aise is 4Was Philip Rivers decision t o play w ith a t orn ACL in his right k nee, t he right decision?' The evidence on why it w as t he w rong decision: R ivers h urt h is k nee t he week before against t he I ndianapolis Colts game; back u p QB Billy Volek showed that he was more t han capable, leading the g ame-winning drive against t he p revious Super Bowl champions. Volek would have b een a game m anager and would not have b een put into situations where he would t hrow interceptions as R ivers did. j ust so he could play in the AFC championship game, meaning he was unable to practice for t he most important game of his life against one of the greatest t eams of all time. On a personal level, Rivers is a young QB with a long career ahead of him that is f acing surgery that will require at least 6 months for recovery. One hit could easily have ended h is career and lost him millions of dollars with the chance of r eturning t o the p layoffs/ There is no doubt Rivers decision to play was gutsy and should be praised for h is dedication to his team and his desire t o w in. But we have no crystal ball, no way t o tell the f uture. His play was that of a man with a hurt k nee t hrowing t hree interceptions, the same as godlike Tom Brady. Would back-up Billy Volek played better t han a hurt Rivers? With a healthy Tomlinson would the Chargers have won? Would all of it matter? We j ust don't know, it's all speculation to say it was the right or wrong decision. Men's soccer tryouts BY T IM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM men's soccer is holding is annual open tryout on Saturday, February 16th f rom 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Mangrum Track and Soccer Field. Students interested in t rying out can visit www.csusm.edu/athletics before February 11th to fill out the appropriate documents. "We are hoping t o identify any students currently on campus who may have the ability to contribute to the men's team and solidify a roster spot," said assistant coach Bobby Renneisen. T he team is going into its third year of existence, and has an 18-13-1 record over the first two years of play. Steve Triolo, the starting pitcher for the Cougars, went 5 1/3 strong innings giving up the only hit while striking out five and giving up four walks. The game was scoreless until the bottom of the 4th, when CF Tristan Gale lead off the inning with a solo homerun tp center field, turned out to be the game-winning home r un. Eric Julienne and Jared Suwyn combined to go 1 2/3 innings of no hit baseball to shut-out Vanguard in a seven inning contest this is the Cougars second win of the season, and first win at home. SOFTBALL 1-1 IN DOUBLEHEADER BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Softball kicked off its second season in existence Saturday, splitting a doubleheader with Biola University. Biola struck early on in game one, doing all of their damage in the team's 6 -4 victory in the first two innings. CSUSM scored three runs in the bottom of the second inning on four singles, and one r un in the bottom of the sev- enth on a triple hit by sophomore, Erica Coelho. CSUSM won game two of the doubleheader by a score of 2-1, thanks to a complete game, six strikeout outing by junior, Melissa Lerno. The split opens the season with a 1-1 record. The Cougars face Bethany University on Saturday and the University Redlands on Sunday. Both games will be played at Mission Hills High School. H ookah L ounge P ool T ables Garnis G re at F ood O ver 5 0 H ookah Flavor's M onday Night P ool Tournament Daily Ltmch a nd Dinner S pecials H appy Hour 4:00-6:00 P .M. 122Ö E M ission, S a n M arcos Ì t i l » i » i v l u i I i »IV Ca m for a successful fixture? TTV |§f d o e s a pmmUUEMSV o r STD ñ^yLpi^l M a k e i n f o r m a l i ife&lthv, etMËê^tëMimz. 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This is one of the rare CDs that I can listen to from beginning to end without changing a song. What hip-hop has needed is a message behind the music, and Lupe does this perfectly. Each song makes you think and want to listen to his every word, not to mention the amazing beats and Kanye West style synths. I recommend that everyone go out and buy this CD right now. It's a must have. A&E THE PRIDE Academy Awards nominations overshadowed by strike tion of Ian McEwan's 2001 novel, also received seven nods. The film includes nominations for best The writers' strike did not stop adapted screenplay and 13-year old Hollywood from announcing the actress Saoirse Ronan for best supnominations for the 2008 Acad- porting actress. It also stars James emy Awards last month. Atop this McAvoy and Keira Knightley as year's list are: "No Country for Old two people caught in the middle Men" and "There Will Be Blood," of passion, accusations and misunderstandings that follow them into with eight nominations each. "No Country," easily the most World War II. Other surprises to the list include acclaimed film from directors Joel and Ethan Coen, tells the tale of Cate Blanchett receiving two nomia sheriff and his hunt for a psy- nations for best actress for "Elizachopathic killer set in West Texas. beth: The Golden Age" and best The Coen Brothers are up for best supporting actress for "I'm Not There," a role in which she plays a director as well. Director Paul Thomas Ander- version of musical icon Bob Dylan. Director Jason Reitman earned son was also nominated for "There Will Be Blood," a story which takes himself a nomination for "Juno." place during the early oil boom in Actress Ellen Page, who plays the California and stars Daniel Day- title role as the ultra-cool chick Lewis as a self-made oil-tycoon in who has to deal with the scorn of being pregnant and being in high the early days of business. Rounding out the films for best school, will be contending for motion picture include the legal best actress. Upon the news, Reitthriller "Michael Clayton," the man was called Page's nomination British romance drama "Atone- "absolutely humbling." Johnny Depp's performance in ment," and indie teen pregnancy hit "Juno" "Michael Clayton" Tim Burton's "Sweeney Todd: The trails with seven nominations Demon Barber of Fleet Street" including best actor for George earned him a best actor nomination Clooney and Tony Gilroy for best for his portrayal of the demonic director and original screenplay. barber from Stephen Sondheim's Clooney plays the title role in the musical. Depp has already won film, which circles around the plot the Golden Globe for best perforto cover up dealings of a major mance by an actor in a musical or comedy. client within his law firm. After years of producing numer"Atonement," "the film adaptaBY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer ous hits for Disney animated films in the 90's, like "Aladdin" and "Beauty and the Beast", composing duo Stephen Schwartz and Alan Menken have earned three best original song nominations. The songs are all From last year's holiday hit "Enchanted." Some of the notable snubs that did not get deserving attention ineJude Helena Bonham Carter's poftrayal as Mr§. Lovett from "Sweeney Todd^' "The Simpsons Movie" for best animated feature, Sean Penn's film "Into the Wild," and "American Gangster" from Ridley Scott. The 80th Academy Awards show is scheduled to take place on February 24th with political funnyman Jon Stewart as the host once again. However, producers have still been unable to reach an agreement with the Writers' Guild of America and are still threatening cancellation of the show entirely. Earlier last month, producers cancelled the 65th Golden Globe Awards show because of the strike, becoming thefirstmajor casualty of the award show season. In support of the writers, , many invited celebrities, including nominated actors and actresses, declined to attend and winners were announced via an NBC press conference. For a complete list of all the nominees can be found at www. oscars.org. DROPPING: n o §. ù » m By Tom Cocking/ Pride Staff Writer m has produced. From El BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Oso to Grandma's HomePride Staff Writer grown Ale, the company experiments with a wide variety o fjngredients and styles to Bear Republic Brewing brews Racer 5 create unique beers. India Pale Ale in Healdsburg, California. The cardboard packaging contains six Richard R. Norgrove and wife Sandy, along brown glass 12 fluid ounce bottles. A with Richard G. Norgrove and wife Tami, checkered flag in grey and white tones fills own the brewery which has been indepen- the back ground while a yellow and red dent since 1995. The brewery distributes number five dominates the centerpiece. nationwide. In 2007, the brewery won the A distinguishing yellow trim outlines Great American Beer Festival's "Small the corners of the container. The bottles Brewing Company of the Year" award. contain the same images along with a note The brewery is in transition to a new facil- form the brew master "Don't drink and ity in Cloverdale, California which will drive." Unlike the majority of bottle caps, double their production capabilities. the brewery chose to leave the golden caps The brewery offers some unique items blank most likely trying to give the bottles on their company website. Noteworthy is a homegrown feel. The award winning ale Brew-opoly a must for avid has a staggering seven percent alcohol, by Monopoly collectors. Also volume. on the website are the The ale pours thick and foggy. The ingrenames of specialty beers dients collide creating a murky golden thecomp a n y brown mixture. A quarter-inch thick head develops and resides for a few moments. With the disappearance of the head, a small lace remains. A burly aroma arises from the chilled glass. The powerful scent signifies strong ale. The ale enters politely then ravishes the mouth with rolling waves of intenseflavor.A distinctive flavor stings the mouth for a few seconds. The ale leaves a bitter residue on the tongue after the combative assault. The ale's bold characteristics are not for the inexperienced beer connoisseur. Nonetheless, for an ale of a good time, check out Racer 5. The taste buds will be grateful. For more information, visit www.bearrepublic.com. mmm - ROCK Vampire Weekend o y vn % VAMPIRE WEEKEND Empire Weekend's self titled LP is finally out and w definitely up to the hype. With their amazing fusion of both indie and tribal music,ftis hard to not get lost in their sound. FOLK. Ktep Your Byes Ahead THE HEUO SEQUENCE The Helio Sequence takes modemfolkmusic and brings it to a new level, throwing in somereverband turning folk electric. With amazing acoustic songs like "ShedYour Love", youfeellike you've lived the song. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 Black Student Union (BSU) politics spring 2008 University Village https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/b97a765e7d2ed1c669700aea63fb2ec6.pdf fc78de583e6cbc57a607afb1df0c92f8 PDF Text Text «THECPPRIDE C ALIFORNIA STATE U NIVERSITY SAN MARCOS www.thecsusmpride.com $312.9 Million Cut Concerns Entire C SU Community Chancellor Reed addresses budget to CSU employees BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer In a public message addressed to the California State University employees on Jan. 30, Chancellor Charles B. Reed focused on California's recent budget cuts approved by the Board of Trustees in response to the $14.5 billion state budget deficit. In order to prevent the projected ten percent student fee increase, the CSU budget must accrue $73.2 million in addition to the already proposed $312.9 million cut. "This funding reduction comes only three years after our budget was reduced by over $500 million during the 2002-03 and 2004-05 fiscal years, which led to significantly reduced student access, as well as a. dramatic increase in student fees," Reed continued. "History will likely be repeated if the Governor's proposed CSU budget reductions are sustained See Budget, Page 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2008 I NDEPENDENT S TUDENT N EWSPAPER VOL. X IX NO. 4 Super Ibesday and Fat Tiiesday Go Greek Greek Fair Offers Sneak Peak Into Rush Week BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer Tuesday, Feb. 5- CSUSM Greek organizations held their first annual 'Greek Fair' during University Hour. Because its in its first year, many people responsible for arranging the event were uncertain as to whether or not it would be successful. The event proved to be a memorable one for all students in attendance. "Greek Fair is a time for everyone to come together and have fun while learning about all of the different fraternities, sororities, and Greek organizations that we have to offer on our campus," stated Alex Hand, a sophomore and member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. Throughout the fair, students received free food, participated in games, and live entertainment. Food ranged from free popcorn, Pat and Oscars salads to Little Caesars pizza. The fair festivities began when people started playing the games, which included: football and soccer ball contests, and a strength pole to see who could Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride With a variety of exciting activities, the Greek fair drew the attention of CSUSM students during U-hour hit it the hardest with a large hammer. Local radio station, 91X, was in attendance to play music for surrounding listeners. Besides all of the fun, the fair was a great time for interested students learn about Greek life at CSUSM. Each fraternity and sorority passed out fliers and other information in order to notify and recruit passing students about their organizations. "This isn't a time for each sorority or fraternity to be competing against one another to see who can recruit more students; it is a time for people on campus to learn more about the Greek life that we have at our school and see if they might be interested in joining it." Said Alpha Chi Omega member Lauren Cerruti. The Greek fair was also an appropriate lead into Rush Week (beginning Feb. 18). While each Greek organization puts on different events throughout the week, Rush Week is a time for students to choose which fraternity or sorority they would like to join. Due to the success of the Greek fair, the event will likely become a tradition on campus for years to come. Primaries bring political activity, discussion to CSUSM BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer It was an exciting week for politics at Cal State San Marcos as the biggest day in the presidential primary season, Super Tuesday, came and went, stimulating a flurry of activity on campus. As polling places like the one on campus were shutting down across the state, CSUSM students flocked the Grand Salon at the Clarke Field House Tuesday, Feb. 5, for a Super Tuesday viewing party from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Hosted by the American Democracy Project and the University Student Union Advisory Board (USUAB), the event featured live CNN coverage of Super Tuesday results and free food for those in attendance. An open-microphone made its way around the room giving students the opportunity to share their opinions about the candidates, important political issues, as well as any other opinions about the overall state of the nation. "I want to be proud of my country again," said a student in the audience. Commentary was not limited to those who dared to offer their opinions on the microphone. Large pieces of paper representing a variety of political issues adorned the walls of the Grand Salon and bore the written opinions of those in attendance. Brief dialogues would emerge on these message boards as people responded to comments made by others. On the topic of immigration, one student anonymously wrote, "America was founded on immigration. While it is a problem that people are coming over illegally, should it really be our main focus?" An arrow pointed to a comment from another individual Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride Students express political views and opinions at Super Tuesday viewing party ___ read, "Yes. These immigrants come to our country and (often times) are only here to better their lives. What good is it letting our population grow if it isn't going to benefit everyone. We must slow this expansion down before it's too late." Even after Super Tuesday passed, the activities at CSUSM continued throughout the week. On Feb. 7, during University Hour, The Political Science Club hosted Dr. Shana Bass in part of its "Pizza and Politics" series. Dr. Bass, a professor from the Dept. of Political Science, offered in-depth analysis of the Super Tuesday results for both sides of the aisle. "California was seen as, for See Primaries, Page 2 A SI kicks Off countdown to Spring Fling San Diego cruise event sells out quickly BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Associated Students Incorporated launched a Spring Fling Kick-Off during University Hour on Feb. 5 to promote the anticipated event. Tickets for the Mar. 15 cocktail party became available for free to students beginning 8 a.m. on Tuesday and were sold out by 10 a.m. the following day. The kick off event provided students with free food and drinks to commemorate the beginning of ticket distributions. Spring Fling will take place on the San Diego Harbor Excursion yacht off San Diego harbor from 8:30 p.m. to 11:55 p.m. The three-storied boat features a live DJ, bars serving refreshments and appetizers; and a casino with blackjack, roulette and Texas Hold'em. Guests can use fake money while gambling with a chance to win a trip for two to Laughlin or a gift card to Chili's restaurant. Although tickets to the event have sold out, tickets for the party bus are still available. Party bus tickets are $20 a person and are available to both students and guests. The bus will go roundtrip from CSUSM to the San Diego harbor and will return following the event. Party Bus tickets are available in the ASI Business Office, FCB 103. "The boat has a capacity of 500 so there is absolutely no way to release more. The question that I keep getting is how do I get a ticket? I know a lot of people bought extra tickets, you were allowed to buy up to three, so my advice is ask around. There is also a Facebook event people can join to ask others for tickets," said ASI Programming Board Social Events Specialist, Molly Durham. �Tuesday; February 12, 2008 From BUDGET, page 1 T HE^PRIDE byRthe legislature." vitality of CSU eed stressed the i lillil system and its direct impact on the economy. "We play a major role in the state's * EDITOR IN CHIEF ^ VimmmAfACHicQ-i^c workforce in the areas of nursing, teaching, agriculture, business, MANAGING e ditor , public administration, and engineering. The CSU returns $4.41 ; V LAÂFPIIT EDITOR ; | to California's economy annually . N ICKSTRI2WR for every $1 invested by the state. Given the state's General Fund conDlSTRIBUTiOH MANAGER dition, we believe investing in the MICK STRIZV1ÌL CSU is a smart solution to address NEWS ÌI5ITOR the state's fiscal deficit," he stated. , JACKIE CARBAJAL Reed called on Schwarzenegger to consider supporting alternative FEATURB EDITOR * , AMANDA ANDKEEN > means less drastic to rectify the state's increased economic struggles ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT and its effect on CSU, referring to it ; \ , -EDITOR as "California's economic engine." TOFUA SAV£Y In closing his message, Reed sro&rs EDITOR & expressed solidarity among all par" O N U Ä MANÄGSIR ties involved in the matter. TIMMOORJB "We would like to ask all memCôï*Y EDITOR bers of the CSU community to help V TLF^AKIL H OANO us advocate for the California State University by writing to your legismsimss MAJSIAG&R¿* . lators, talking with your friends, and $Ait$ M?m$miMm 1 CRISTINE YOHO making your voice heard about the FRI OÊADS#CSUSMJBU importance of restoring our budget and protecting the state's investment ADVISOR < „ ; in higher education. As the budget | OAN ANDERSON process proceeds, we will be asking STA?F WRITERS * ' you to join us in our efforts to ensure PAMELA CASTILLO that the CSU gets the budget our stuDAWD CHURCH dents and California deserves." ETMRT ISGUÍ&RÁ NEWS THE PRIDE : ; 0 S, TLFFANÎE HOANG / JONATHAN THOMFSOH V CARTOONISTS » 'F\ }mmBm?QHO J o m BROWN Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride From PRIMARIES, page 1 Super Tuesday, the big prize because we're the largest state and we have the largest number of delegates at stake," said Dr. Bass. With Mitt Romney's suspension of his campaign, the Republican race narrowed, leaving John McCain as the clear front-runner. As Dr. Bass noted, come-from-behind victories by Mike Huckabee or Ron Paul are highly unlikely. While the Republican primaries yielded a clear victor in McCain, the results on the Democratic side were much different. "What happened to the Democrats in California is really interesting and what happened to Democrats across the country is also really interesting," said Dr. Bass. After the dust had settled, Super Tuesday gave no strong advantage to either Barack Obama -or Hillary Clinton. Making sure to include the audience in the discussion, Dr. Bass asked for opinions on how the candidates reacted to the outcome of Super Tuesday. "They both postured," said student Tawn Kent. "One said they clearly had the largest number of votes and the other said they had greater support in a larger number of states." While Clinton seized the most delegates, winning the biggest prize of the night in California, she won in fewer states than Obama, a clear indication that the primary nomination would most likely be fought for all the way to the national convention. Delegate counts differed among publications, mainly due to differences in regards to socalled "super delegates." Obama narrowed Clinton's lead over the weekend with convincing wins in the Lousiana primaries and the caucuses in Washington, Nebraska, and Maine. The Clinton campaign predicts victories in the late Ohio and Texas contests should negate Obama's February comeback. Dinner Etiquette for all Cougars 4 M ock Dinner promises "no risk" learning experience BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer On Thursday, Feb. 28, an etiquette dinner aimed to teach the formalisms of business dinners and proper restaurant etiquette will be held for students at the I WNSÎGMOÎ'EÁITÓALS XTPMMT Lake San Marcos Country Club. the The The event, sponsored by Associated Students Incorporated (ASI), _ ; J * * ' & e- ' e#térj ' welcomes all Cougars regardless H should incltide a ddress,!i of year or major. teJephoite namber, p riait "A communication major could «IÌ4 iAenááMWAi^ L etters benefit because they will have to n jayfeeeaitedfor g rammar a nd leögtb, ' Lettbt. should ¡ ï p ^ represent the opinions communicate with everybody and know how to act properly (at formal business dinners)," said Freshman, Brian Burrows. The dinner provided consists of a four-course meal equivalent to $35. "I think any major would benefit from the event. There are a million ways to drive a car but there is a right way. Proper etiquette shows that people of all backgrounds took the time to learn how to be formal. For example, if you go to another country with baggy pants and a t-shirt you might accidentally disrespect someone. The way you eat at home may not be the proper way to carry yourself at a formal dinner. You could make people feel uncomfortable in that setting. There are formalities that you need to know, regardless of your major," said Junior and Nursing Major, Angel Castañeda. Due to the popularity of the event, interested Cougars are encouraged to reserve their place immediately by visiting the Career Center in Craven Hall 1400. Res- ervations are $10. (Cancellations are non-refundable after Feb. 15.) "All majors, including Literature and Writing Studies majors, should know how to act in a formal setting. 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Here's a look at who should've been hired for the head coaching positions and the new coaches being hired as upcoming head coaches for the teams that continuity applied to in the Redskins, Colts, and Seahawks. Washington Redskins- Defensive Coordinator Gregg Williams hired in 2004, who appeared to be the front runner to take over as head coach after Joe Gibbs retired in Dec. Williams was head coach of the Buffalo Bills from 2001-2003, and compiled a record of 17-30 before being fired. You would expect owner Daniel Snyder to try and make a splash and hire a big name coach like he recently did with Gibbs, but Gibbs told Snyder after he retired that continuity is extremely important and will not set back the organization in a major way. Clearly that's not what happened, when the Redskins unexpectedly fired Williams, who is now the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Indianapolis Colts- Tony Dungy is a spiritual and calm man that has been contemplating his retirement as head coach for the past three years after his team's season has completed. Dungy admitted that he did not want to coach past 50, he is now 51 and again decided that he will return to coaching, for at least one more year. When Dungy does retire, he will be praised for being a great coach and an even better man that deserves nothing but respect. The man that was recently tabbed to be the next head coach is current QB coach and assistant head coach, Jim Caldwell. Caldwell was one of the hottest names out there to be a head coach arid has interviewed for at plethora of head coaching vacancies, before being named future head coach of the Colts. Caldwell, hired in 2001, has head coaching experience as the Wake Forest head coach from 1993-2000, and has developed 6'5 230 lb. laser rocket arm QB Peyton Manning into the superstar that he is. Seattle Seahawks- Mike Holmgren has also been looking into his future the past couple years. The window is closing in on the aging Seahawks, who have won four straight NFC West championships. Watch out for those 49ers, HA! The Seahawks have absolutely no running game anymore, with Shaun Alexander aging in front of ours eyes, with two injury-plagued years since his phenomenal MVP year. The coach that will take over is defensive back coach Jim Mora, former head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, who wasfiredextremely too early. Smart move Atlanta that Petrino hire really worked out didn't it? * Mora was also the former defensive coordinator of the 49ers, should've hired him instead of that bum Dennis Erickson. Jim Mora Jr. also from the Washington area, and his alma mater is the University of Washington, he has head coaching experience, and has head coaching lineage in that his father, Jim Mora Sr. famous for the "PLAYOFFS? You're talking about PLAYOFFS?" line, was former head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. Cougar Baseball: Week in Review BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer The Cougars split their two games this week, beating Point Loma (5-2) and losing to UCSD (3-2). to make their record (3-5) in the young season. In the first game of the week, the Cougars handed Point Loma their second straight loss to the Cougars, 8-5. Point Loma struck first with a lead off double by RF Kaohi Downing, who scored on a double play by CF Kurt Steinhauer. The Cougars came back swinging in the top of the 2 , with three runs on two hits. Leading off the top of the 2 , CF Tristan Gale hit his third home run of the year to give the Cougars a 1-0 lead. DH Terry Moritz then hit a two-out two-run home run to right to extend the Cougars lead to 3-0. SP Eric Julienne had a strong start, winning his first game of the year, allowing just three runs on six innings pitched with three strike outs and two walks given up. The Cougars would tack on three more runs in the top of the 7 . RF Jared Suwyn continued his hot play going 3-4; with his biggest hit being a tworun single to LF scoring two runs in the three-run inning. P Grant Harrell and Jared Suwyn combined for 2 2/3 of one-hit baseball to nd nd th close out Point Loma 8-5 for the Cougars third win of the year. > In the second game of the week, the Cougars faced the #15 ranked team in the nation Div. II's UCSD. The Cougars and UCSD matched each other 3-3 by the end of the 3 inning. UCSD struck first with a two-run bottom 1 of the 1 inning. DH Franco hit a twoout two-run home run to right field. CF Tristan Gale hit his second home run of the week and fourth of the year to lead off the top of the 2 inning. LF Austin Way would constitute, as the last run the Cougars would score this game with a lead off home run in the top of the 3 . UCSD would break the game open with back-to-back two-run innings in the bottom of the 5 and 6 . RBI singles from CF/LF Domanic and 2B Imesori would lead to the two-runs scored in the bottom of the 5 for UCSD. In the bottom of the 6 , a lead-off double by 3 baseman Bono would start off another two-run inning ending with a RBI's from CF Burke and SS Albitz to make the game 7-3. The Cougars struggled to stop the offensive attack by UCSD using seven pitchers with the longest outing of the seven to be 2 2/3 innings by P Johnny Holtman. The seven pitchers combined to give up 10 runs and 15 hits. The Cougars fall to (3-5) on the season while UCSD is now (3-2). rd st nd rd th th th Point Loma 5 rd Plestse recycle this OA I j $NMT I S «M» mm Baseball th S irPRDAYI �Surf team has best season yet Solid performances help surf team capture second place in conference rankings BY AMBER PUHA Pride Contributor This weekend, the regular season for the National Scholastic Surfing Association College Team Season, concluded at Huntington Beach's 9th Street beach. CSUSM posted a 3rd place finish wrapping up a record best season. With a 2nd place overall finish in the conference ratings, participants from CSUSM posted two 2 place finishes, one 1 , and one third. Prior to this season, CSUSM's best ever single event finish was a 4th. This marks a major break through in the team's 8 year history, and marks its arrival as a serious competitive threat to the larger, beach located schools such as UCSB and UCSD. Thanks to the financial support of Hansen's Boardroom, CSUSM will enter the state championships as the number two seed. UCSB was dominant all nd st season, only faltering with a 3rd place at home, at C Street in Ventura. Otherwise, UCSB posted 1st places. (Two of their three wins came with comfortable margins,) But, CSUSM was nipping at UCSB's heals at the first event of season at La Jolla Blacks Beach, taking second by only a 1/2 of a point. Beside UCSB, the only other team to beat CSUSM this season was Mira Costa College. Mira Costa came on strong down the stretch when the twins, Julian and Alex Ganguli, returned to school and collegiate competition in the spring semester. In the final event of the season, Alex led Mira Costa Red to a second place. « The final weekend of competition was both interesting and exciting for CSUSM. Team anchor Scott McBride exited early, as did Ventura event winner Garrett James. Season standout Chris Smith also didn't have his best event, and Aaron Coyle was unable to compete. This put the final outcome in the hands of Timmy Long and Paul Brandlin (freshman), Sean Hastings (senior), and the ladies Erin Lewis and Lauren Nutter. Pressure seemed no problem for these five as they maintained the determination to keep CSUSM on the podium for the 4th consecutive event. Long looked snappy and vertical in the beach break conditions. Long had a best ever performance in the shortboard men's division, advancing through four rounds of competition to earn 9th place. Brandlin hada sluggish start in round one, but stepped it up after that. He won all his remaining heats until just missing advancement into the shortboard men's final earning 7th place. Brandlin and Long were the top point getters earning 23 points each. Hastings, who also looked quick and snappy in the beach break conditions, showed his determination to make the most of his senior year. He has now seen back to back quarterfinal appearances. The ladies made a point of redeeming themselves after early exits at Ventura. Freshman, Lauren Nutter, charged through two rounds of competition earning 9th. Erin Lewis charged through 3 rounds of competition and qualified for the women's final. CSUSM entered thefinalswith 113 points tied for 2nd place with Mira Costa College. The only problem was that Mira Costa managed to qualify three people for the finals, while CSUSM only had Lewis remaining. At this point, Mira Costa's second placefinishwas foregone conclusion. Lewis however staved off the attack from Point Loma and UCSD to move into 3rd with her 5th place finish in the women's final. UCSB finished first in the event, Mira Costa took second, and CSUSM placed third. Another highlight ofthe season was longboarder Christian Clark, who surfs for CSUSM B team. He made every final event this season, earning 4th, 1st, 3rd and 2nd respectively. He has been the anchor for the CSUSM B team and a serious threat to upset in the longboard division all season long. CSUSM B team surfer Derek Vaickus also had a breakout event with his round three appearance. These two buoyed the B team and kept them on track to qualify for the state championships. CSUSM B earned 12th place in the last event of the season out of 25 teams. State Championships will be on Friday, March 7th at Churches Beach in San Onofre. Track and Field Brief Two Cougars sRepresenttrack,chool Well at tEhe rSurf Crain and Hwalf Marathon S improvements over previous lorza an in pouring ity eather," said head coach printing laps around the BY ANDREW GARAI Pride Staff Writer At 3:00pm at the Mangrum Track athletes can be seen preparing for upcoming competitions by hurling discs, jumping over hurdles, .• 1 1 il i 1 and running, running, running. Two athletes who could run all day are Juan Mejia and Leo Elorza. Steve Scott exclaimed on a team meeting that the track and field team is seeing Softball Goes 2-2 in Busy Weekend of Play BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Softball kicked off the weekend with a doubleheader against Bethany University on Saturday, winning big in both contests - 10-0 and 8-0. In game one, freshman pitcher, Breanna Sandberg allowed only four hits in a fiveinning complete game shutout, allowing for the Cougar offense to go to work at the plate. The Cougars set a school record for runs scored in an inning, with a 10-run bottom of the second, highlighted by freshman, Mimi Krutein's base-clearing triple with one out. Sandberg held Bethany scoreless, striking out six en route to the Cougars 10-0 win. The Cougars followed suit in game two, utilizing solid pitching to capture another huge victory. Junior, Melissa Lerno finished the game with a complete game shutout, allowing seven hits and striking out five. The Cougars offense carried the momentum from the first game into the bottom of the first inning as they scored six runs on six hits. The Cougars struck again in the bottom of the fourth • : years. "We can now be looking to be a top 15 team this year at nationals. We got a great start with Juan's and Leo's half marathon performance." At the Surf City Half Marathon, Juan Majia and Leo . «M MA11M«/* r n i n nn/4 high winds to come away with outstanding times of 1:08.48 and 1:12.38 to make the A standard to qualify for the NAIA national championships. "They ran times that I was hoping they'd run in great n r a o f U ö r " C QlH V lPoH P A Q p f l Steve Scott. With all track and field athletes working hard every day Majia and Elorza's run will not be the only outstanding performances this upcoming season. O n C ampus inning, scoring two on the way to the 8-0 win. pi, 1|¡¡¡| ' C i 1 Il P Ipfff| «¡II U É| ¡¡111 • ., ¡¡¡| i V ^ íh&í'' '' llllfÉ i | The Cougars faced a new î >0yôwlike t o e a v e s ^ ^ T Ä d t h e p e i ^ n s i t l i r i ^ b eîsMd challenge, Sunday, as the three time defending SCIAC Champion University of Redlands Bulldogs came to San Marcos. The Cougars played two tightly I W eteome t o O verheard? : ^——————^ contested game, both resulting in tough losses. The Cougars were shutt hat y ou out in game one, by a score of 3-0, despite a solid first three innings of work by freshman pitcher, Ashley Salvino. In game two, The Cougars came out to an early lead on a Melissa Lerno RBI double in the bottom of the first. Redlands would counter in the top of the second, scoring three runs - all unearned. The Cougars managed to put one run on the board in the bottom of the second, but it was greeted by a huge six run top of the third by Redlands. CSUSM scored one run in the fifth inning and two in the seventh, however, the Cougars fell short three runs, losing game two by a score of 8-5. CSUSM's record fell to 3-3 on the season. The Cougars travel to Azusa Pacific today for a pair of games with the 4-0 (APU) Cougars. �FEATURES Tuesday, February 12, 2008 II THE PRIDE 1U i \ E / J Staying healthy at CSUSM Tht skinny onWmMkMt In today % BY ALEXANDER HAND Pride Staff Writer If you were to ask students how they stay healthy at San Marcos, the general consensus would be the rigorous climb up the never ending stairs to class every day. With a nickname like CSU Stair Master, most students are able tofightoff the "freshman 15" by simply going to class. However, besides the wide variety of stairs it has to offer, CSUSM also has a wide variety of resources and services dedicated to keeping its students healthy. Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) for instance is dedicated to keeping you at the top of your game. As stated in their mission, the goal of the SHCS team is "to provide quality medical care that allows students to perform optimally, physically, and mentally; and to enhance their academic and intellectual potential." The staff includes medical and administrative professionals and the facility even includes a low-cost pharmacy. A student is able to schedule an appointment with a Doctor, Nurse, Counselor or Health Educator, Monday through Friday from 8am-4:45pm. SHCS is located just across the street from campus on the corner of Craven and Twin Oaks. For more information regarding SHCS visit the website at http://www.csusm.edu/shcs/. fight Another resource dedicated to a healthier you are the athletic facilities available at the Clarke Field House. The right to use this facility is paid for in part with your tuition every semester, so why not take advantage of it? The Clarke offers a full gym with everything from stationary bikes, to treadmills and free weights to weight machines, Also available to use is both outdoor and indoor volleyball courts. When asked how he liked working out at the Clarke, CSUSM student Travis Wilson said, "[it's a] great place to go work out and socialize with people you might not normally see other places." Wilson also referred to The Clarke as "its own little work out community". The healthy student isn't complete without something healthy to eat on campus. Believe it or not, there are a few places to eat these things. The Dome for instance offers a full salad and soup bar and even has fresh fruit in the University Store, At the University Village Apts. Brian Dawson and family make sure that their students are fed at least one night a week. On Mondays, Dawson usually prepares a meal for 200+ starving college students, ensuring that they are eating healthy and socializing with fellow students. There are also plans in the work for a Student Union which would offer a much wider variety of food to students on campus sometime in the near future, So yes, you should continue to book it up those stairs on the way to class to off the beer belly. But you should also be sure to take advantage of the other resources dedicated to your health along the way. After all, you're only in college once; you should make sure your body makes it out alive. Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students Aspiring to obtain doctorate California Pre-Doctoral Program Application Due: March 21, 2008 • • • f ully-funded s ummer internship $ 3K s cholarship for s ymposiums, college visits, application/test f ee w aivers a nd m ore C S U Faculty S ponsorship r equired F or information and applications: C ai State San Marcos • Faculty Center K ellogg L ibrary 2 400 ( 760) 7 50-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm How safe is "safe sex?" K now t he f acts v s, r he m ytba. Y our f uture d efends on b . ^Étate^^^., M al» i nformed, h ealthy, VH^B¡¡¡1 c onfident c hokes. raw/ aamtrs, real b rip, IHhII>1313 ¡¡g^ * : mmm m H pmgnm€f tests ëb^ftmm c #yns€liiig ITO m $*m$mm$rnmf®m ftjjffllBMMh« wi&MM l "MTW mm : mé s upport m wttm techmtl&g}*' BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Perhaps Steve Jobs thought about that common New Year's resolution to get slim at the Macworld Conference in San Francisco last month. He definitely did have tech-experts resolved as he waved around a manila envelope leaving us to wonder with anticipation whatever was inside. What he revealed was nothing short of Apple's trademark hype-machine as he pulled out the all-new MacBook Air, the world's thinnest laptop computer and the crown jewel of this year's conference. Granted this new rig is a slick piece of hardware, the question is does it warrant its $1800 price tag? In case anyone is wondering, the MacBook Air is slim, and when I say it's slim, I mean ridiculously slim. Some of the exterior features are a 13.3-inch LED-backlit screen with built-in iSight and mic, 0.76 inches at its thickest and it weighs about three pounds. The weight is somewhat unexpected upon first glance, but that just enhances the sturdiness and mobility of the design. The aluminum chassis is solid with aerodynamic curves and no protrusions, but also it's functional to keep to laptop cool. Its trackpad is a lengthy five inches but there is a reason why. Inside, it sports an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz processor with 2GB of RAM, and an 80GB hard drive that clocks in at 4200 rpm. This may seem a little underwhelming considering the older Macbook Pro has a base 120GB 5400 rpm hard drive. However, a 64GB solid state drive (SSD) is an option which conserves power, doesn't spin or heat up and costs an additional $1000. That's right; a $1000 upgrade. I assumed a compact design meant a more compressed keyboard, but lo and behold, opening the laptop reveals a fullsize functional, backlit keyboard. Getting back to that trackpad, aside from normal rotating and pinching, it incorporates new fingering such as a threefinger gesture that enables people to move back and forth on a web browser, which is handy. What makes the MacBook Air such a difficult sell right now is the exclusion of an optical drive. For those who need it, Apple suggests the USB 2.0 SuperDrive available for $99 (yes, another upgrade). It is nice that the laptop has a remote disc function, which detects and runs optical drives from otherMacs or PCs via Bluetooth just as long as it's within the its network, so ^ stalling apps and file-sharing is fine/Still, not having t hatdrivethere is awkward, especially for those who use it for streaming DVDs and music. The ports are nice, but unfortunately the number is inadequate, especially for those that dig that multiple connectivity. The drop-out port has the USB 2.0, a microDVI and headphone jack to go along with the MagSafe power port. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity is absolutely reliant since there is no Ethernet port built in. Having said all of that, it is slim. And it is a Mac. Yes, it is portable and stylish because Apple wouldn't want people to have it any other way. Still, for the $1800 price tag plus additions, I'd say either wait for it to go down or go out and get a MacBook Pro instead. With all those extra accessories to lug around, whether you are a student or avid traveler, there isn't any definitive reason to shell out that much money for something this small. But hey, it IS slim. rdversityVi 'My reaction to the Presidential Primary cm Tuesday vas that I was not surprised by the turn out of fared Anderson Freshman "I was really excited & glued to the TV. because of Super Tuesday. I want 'change' for this country!" Alyssa Teves Sophomore "I'm glad that Hillary won the primary because she is representing all t he women and the country. I support h er platform for the Presidency/' Melissa^ajardo Jtrnofr �TRAVEL t h ep ride Tuesday; February 12, 2008 There snow escape : California mountains bombarded with fresh powder BY ALEXANDER HAND Pride Staff Writer What began as yet another disappointing snow season on the west coast has taken a slight turn for the better over the last month. By slight, I only mean over ten feet of new snow that has buried most ofCalifornia's resorts beginning in early January. It all started over the holiday season, when ski resorts were struggling to cover their trails with the small amount of manmade snow they had to work with, in order to accommodate the holiday crowds. Now it has turned into something entirely different. "We went from scavenging snow all over the mountain to get the coverage we needed—to having to push the snow off the trails and chairlifts so that the mountain could operate," said Jim Larmore, Snow Surfaces Director at Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe, CA. The inconceivable part is that a great majority of this snow fell over the month of Jan. In fact, meteorologists are reporting a 2008 record snowfall for the month of January. According to "onthesnow. com," the biggest current base depth is reported at 165" at Squaw Valley, USA. No, that was not a typo—165 inches of snow— which is close to 14 ft. That much snow gives the term "freshies" a whole new meaning. Other mountains in the area report similar data, ranging anywhere from 78" on Sierra at Tahoe to 140" at Mammoth Mountain. Then there is the local favorite, Bear Mountain, which currently reports a base depth of 36-48". Still not bad considering that you could hit up Bear in the morning and go surfing in the afternoon. So what should all this mean to you? It means grab a few friends, pick up a pair of snow chains and take a road trip of a lifetime. If you are just planning a day trip, Bear Mountain might be the way to go. But you should know that taking a weekend to head up to Mammoth or Tahoe is well worth it. When asked to describe the current conditions in Lake Tahoe, Larmore said, "this is the best skiing we've had in a number of years." Just how many years that was, well, Larmore said it was reminiscent to "back in the 80s." To put it more simply, this might be one of the biggest ski seasons any of us have experienced in a lifetime. But wait a second, you're still a poor college student right? There is still a way to get yourself up the mountain without having to sell all your books back midway through the semester. First of all, borrow equipment (boots, board, jacket, as much as you can). If not, rental equipment and or clothing should cost no more than $40 a day. The cost that is going to hit the hardest is lift ticket prices. It'll be hard to find a full day price under $60. Luckily there are places like Mt. Rose that know the extent of what's in your pocket. Rose hooks it up with student days ($29/day) and "ladies days" where all ladies ski for $19. A lot of other places offer group rates and weekend package deals. This is the time to "shred." With much of the season left and at the rate that snow is accumulating, the next 4 months could be the time as well. Ski bums would agree with Larmore, that "this should be one of the better endings we've had in many years." "We are planning on extending our season two-three weeks, The backside of Mammoth Mountain on a bluebird day. At top, a skier at Mammoth Mountain geting the infamous powdershot, possibly to the end of May," said Larmore. But, if you don't get a chance to strap-up by then, Mammoth should be lasting until its infamous Fourth of July closure date. Photos by Alexander Hand/The Pride �By Ivan Garcia By Josh Brown *e w e e r*uv% i f Wife I *J/n©4+ 0,11 pp V v*^ 0 Just for Shiggles I By Jenny Bigpond C OtfE ON, 3 ötlüCK SPRINTI Aquarius January 20 - Fdmiaiy Ii H ifewc^kwîîîM p§§ ability to r uante and healthfully M ! with straw. 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Tuesday night I was at the Gaslamp for Mardi Gras. Wednesday was the start of lent where I have 40 days without booze, soda or fast food. Then on Thursday the bug hit me and I was stuck in bed for the weekend. Being stuck in bed for four days, allowed me to watch a bunch of movies, mainly sports films. This led me to this week topic: the top ten sports movies of all time. 10. Remember the Titans. A movie that shows - a team find faith in each other while their community would not. 9. Jerry Maguire. This film brought up the greed and selfishness of players in sports, while brought humor at the same time. Plus, when you think of this film what comes to mind? Guaranteed it is, "Show me the money!" 8. Field of Dreams. This film brings so much more to life than just the game. The film will eventually climb my ladder and move into the top five when I get a little bit older and have kids of my own. 7. The Natural. Everything that goes wrong in an athletes career happens, but a man battles back to get everything he had ever loss. And there is no cheesier ending to a sports movie then this one, but that is what makes it so great. 6. Mystery Alaska. A classic hockey movie that shows what a small town hockey team can do when they are up to the challenge. It is a true hockey game on the pond that brings an amateur hockey team against the New York Rangers. 5. Hoosiers. The greatest basketball movie ever made. An undisciplined team gets light from an unusual coach. A huge underdog team tries to make a run at a state championship in Indiana. 4. Rocky. The beginning of what becomes one of the greatest collection of films. The theme for a great sports movie is to have an underdog story, and this is probably one of the greatest underdog stories of all times. 3. Slap Shot. Probably one of the most of the best slap stick comedy sports films out there. But there are no better one liners •and raunchy humor than this movie brings to the picture. 2. Bull Durham. A love triangle that has an experienced catcher, a wild pitcher and a loving groupie who gives the two the love and advice they need. L Miracle, There is not a more famous quote in the sports world than A1 Michaels, "Do you believe in miracles? Yes!" Of course I am going to have a hockey movie as my number one, and yes I have three in my top ten. But Miracle is a'film that shows how a country that needed a miracle got a hockey game. If you feel like there is a movie that doesn't belong or if I was just completely off. Feel free to email me your list or comments to churc009@csusm.edu orpride@csusm.edu. The Blood, Sweat, Tears Dating service a snappy dresser who loves concerts and could graphic design you into next century over a cup of coffee. Which is impressive, since it's only 2008. Our third bachelorette works three jobs and goes to school full-time. It's hard to be perfect 24/7, but somehow, she manages it. She comes with grace, a pleasant disposition, a knack for unbiased news, and a Starbucks employee discount. Needy guys really need-y not apply. And ladies, if you're bored because you're not currently doing an ad campaign for Victoria's Secret, Or you just can't find enough to spend your trust fund on, we have a little Valentine treat for you as well. Our in-house bachelor is house-trained, doesn't drink or smoke, and is magically fast with hisfingers...on a Mac. He's laid back and charmingly casual. I mean, he's bought the same pair of shoes four times. That's the definition of loyalty, kids. Also, he's got some pretty sweet rims on his vehicle - just so you know. If you're interested or feel that you may be worthy of any of our individuals here at the BST Dating Service, please e-mail me with a current resume including references, a relationship history, and a copy of your federal tax return for last year: BY TORI A SAVEY Pride Staff Writer It's Valentine's Day. That means that it's time to talk about relationships. Actually, forget it. You know what? If you're single at this exact moment in time, good for you. I would rather have you single than dating the guy who was sitting next to me at Applebee's who made a delightful noise I can only describe as "snorfing" in between undelightfully misogynistic jokes. However. If you are a gentleman pondering why you're wasting your sensitivity, love of chick flicks and good music, as well as million dollar fortune, by just sitting home every night doing pro-bono legal work to save orphans and kittens, welcome to the BST Dating Service! We put the blood, sweat and tears into dating.™ Our first bachelorette spends her spare time copy editing and being stunningly beautiful. It's tough work, but we sure appreciate it. Appreciation of the Toyota Prius' coasting ability is a must. Specifically, her Prius, Archimedes. Also, elephants are her favorite animals. (She made me add that.) Our second bachelorette is currently trying to come up with a crossword clue for "nookie" to put in the Features section. She's Pride sudoku The rules for solving Sudoku puzzles are very simple:,each row, column and block must contain one of the numbersfrom"1" to "9". No number may appear more than once in any row, column, or block. When you'vefilledthe entire grid, the puzzle is solved. 3 8 4 1 5 8 5 1 1 Down 1. Whomever you participate in cardio with is 2. Hallmark does these the best. 3. Some people wear theirs on their sleeve. 4. Most sexy lingerie is made out of this. 5. What you might call your significant other. 6. the one you love. 9. Loved ones you're not related to. 10. In elementary school, we exchanged these in class. 13. A crush is a 14. Be 16. Valentine's day cardio. 17. What you get if you're 'just a friend'. 18. The cliche gift. Across It makes the world go 1. 'round. Infamous match-maker. 2. Perfect way to set the 6. mood. Cuprid's weapon. 7. The color of Valentine's Day. Love is . . • 9. Take red, and add water. 1 1. 12. What you get if you're more than a friend. 13. Candy is 15. You better get your girl a dozen of these. 18. If you have a boyfriend or a girlfriend, the two of you are this. 19. A musical way to express your love. 20. I did it all for the Answer Key 6 4 5 8 1 9 3 4 ? 2 9 2 7 3 5 8 6 1 7 2 4 Hookah Lounge Pool Tables Games Great Food Over 50 Hookah Flavor's Monday Night Pool Tournament Daily Lunch and Dinner Special Happy Hour 4:00-6:00 P M 1220 E Mission, San Marcos H u b b l y ß u b b l y Car �Visit The Pride lllilll Receive email Student Polls Comment www.thecsusmpride.com �B usting t he b eats d own b y t he b each BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer A blaster and the master of ghetto-fabulous free-styling, the one and only Bushwalla is like no other local artist you have ever even heard of with his rhymefilled flow, funkadelic acoustic rapping—and of course—his infamous and ever-growing 'fro. The harmonious and self-proclaimed "original gangster from Cleveland," Bushwalla counts his past 22 years of performance as merely the foundation for his current career status. At the youthful age of nine, Bushwalla, or back then known as William D. Galewood, joined "Kids on Broadway," (a live musical theater group for youth) in which his love for performing, acting, singing, and bringing joy into the lives of others was first actualized. Rocking the mic around town and across the nation, the former clown (yes, a professional clown for 8 years) beat-boxes and entertains at anywhere from low-key house shows to playing international festivals with his roomie and longtime friend, Jason Mraz. This past weekend, I had the lovely opportunity to catch up with Bushwalla for a brief interview in the sun, overlooking the Oceanside Pier, as we contemplated the fate of the shabby house whose glory days of being in "Top Gun" have long gone. I have also been fortunate to attend several of Bushwalla's shows as of late, as he is wrapping up a month-long M Sunday night residency at Mueller College, across the street from the former Twiggs Green Room down in University Heights. Don't worry; you can still catch him there this upcoming Sunday! Each show not only encouraged my obsession for live music, but it transformed me into a pivotal element in the show itself. You see, should you be so lucky to partake in a Bushwalla experience—and I should hope you would—you would quickly find that audience participation at shows is not only encouraged, it's mandatory! At any Bushwalla show, you might be pleasantly surprised to find Bushwalla trying to balance his guitar on his chin, and walk across the audience's chairs with everyone still seated—among other humorous antics—all of which cement his showmanship, his talent, and his affair with improv. Therefore, without further ado, the following is an excerpt from the wildly amusing and singular interview with Bushwalla. The Pride: How did you come up with the name Bushwalla? Bushwalla: I used to listen to the Ghetto Boys when I was 16 years old. They had this guy, Bush with Bill, and I had a system in my car so I'd bump [it], and my friends started calling me Bush with Billy. So, when I moved to New York to go to school, I went to the orientation and I walk in and I hear "Bushwick!" and I'm like "what?" It was a guy from Cleveland, so then my friends up there started calling me Bushwick. And then I teamed up with Mraz and eventually we were writing together one day and he goes, "Dude, you can't be Bushwick, there already is one," and so I said, "What about Bushwalla?", and it was as simple as that. I didn't think twice about it. Maybe if I would have known then what I know now, I might not have chosen Bushwalla. It's a blessing and a curse. But what's in a name? You know what I mean? I could easily do the same thing under any name. The Pride: What has been the biggest personal transformation in your music so far? Bushwalla: Repetition, playing with different people, doing as many shows as I try to do, and confidence. The more confidence you have, the cooler you look. And I don't mean ego, I don't mean you're up there going "I'm awesome." It's a confidence you say to yourself. Affirmations are a big thing for me. It's all about taking down the fourth wall and being one with the audience, experiencing it with them. I think the discovery of that, that they're as much my audience as I am their audience—if I can get on a ride with them and we can surf together the hour I'm on stage—that's what it is, and that's where confidence comes from. The Pride: Tell me about your new album. Bushwalla: The new album is called "Autodidactical, Freestyle, and Radical." Autodidactical isn't really a word. It's kind of like a made up word, and I wrote it in a song years ago. "Autodidact" means self-taught, which I am. And "freestyle" is basically how I live my life, how I live my shows, it's just how we all should be doing it. "Radical" is just like radical thinking; the album is radical. It really captures the Bushwalla mentality, Photo by Maryam Bushwalla serenading local coffeeshop-goers at Hot Monkey Love Cafe the comedy, the seriousness. The guy who produced the album, Andre DeSantanna, put his touch on the whole thing. He really let it evolve into an art piece and not just another merch item. I think it's a very honest album. I don't think there's a single; I don't even know what a single is. But I'll tell you what, I think every one of them is a song that someone could respond to. Like you may not like tracks one to eight, but you might really dig nine. The Pride: How many tracks are on the new album? lesson? Don't die your hair pink. I was going for another color, but it ended up that way. Live life. Live high. Experience. College gives you amazing things. Independence; that's what I got from college. I met some of the best friends I have to this day in college. It was the seed that planted my adult life. I went to New York and got crazy for two years, and learned how to write songs. I didn't have to try to be what I thought I was supposed to be. i man, Jason Mraz; and he is not only a great friend of mine, he's a fantastic artist. It's going to be done on recycled, biodegradable paper with vegetable oil ink—totally green. Like when we put the album together, I said if there is one thing I want, I want it to be a green album. I went to San Francisco and did the Green Festival, and it's very important to me to not contribute to the waste. Bushwalla: You know, some things in life you don't know— you just trust. I don't know why I make music. If you asked me why I made music, I'd have no idea. If you talked to any of the surfers in front of us, they could try to explain to you what surfing means to them, but the only true answer is what's happening inside of them right now while they're on that board. And it's like after I'm done making music or doing a show, you just go back. But maybe if I stopped in the middle of a show, and you asked me that question, I'd probably be able to answer it, or I wouldn't even have to because you would just see what it meant to me. It's part of breathing. It's part of me. If I were to cut off music in my life, I would be an amputee. I would be disabled. There is no other option than performing [for me]. Performing is music, magic and making peace. Bushwalla: There are 11 listed, and then there are some surprises. I would say the last week of March it will be available online, on iTunes, CDBaby.com, bushwalla.net, a link through MySpace, and through live shows. The art- The Pride: work is being done by John What does Morrow, who has done stuff for making Brett Dennen, Ray LaMontagne, music mean _ Tristan Pretty- to you? The Pride: What is the biggest lesson you took away from your college experience? Bushwalla: I don't know if you want For more music, magic, and to print that in your peace making, check out bushpaper. The biggest walla.net �Dramas mistaken for comedies BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer For the sake of increasing appeal, a rising trend in Hollywood is to market a film to suit viewer taste. As comedies are a more popular genre, marketers and critics label films as such. Calling serious movies 'laughout-loud' is gross misrepresentation. Most of these films have some moments to laugh at, either to break the tension, or if a situation is farfetched, or because they are stories of real life, which is a comical event. Therefore, I chose to re-label these films as dramas with comedic moments. Though this is not exclusive to the twenty hundreds, I will use recent films to make my point. The first is "Sideways." Even though this 2004 movie includes witty banter between Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church, as well as a funny moment about a car and a tree, this is not a comedy. When analyzed, the content of this film is serious and at times dark. It is not right to treat the topics of infidelity, betrayal, and substance addiction so lightly. Theflawsof both characters are not laughing matters. Following that in 2006 was "Little Miss Sunshine." Those who disbelieve, stay in your seat while I explain why it is unreasonable for this movie to garner a nomination for the Golden Globe for 'Best Comedy.' The moments of comedy occur because some scenes are uncomfortable and laughter is either needed to break the tension or because it is the easiest reaction to feel, especially in a movie with Steve Carell. This movie is 100% drama. Consider the themes of suicide, bankruptcy, heroin addiction, depression, and death. I find it hard to even chuckle at any of these situations, which makes me wonder why so many critics called it the funniest movie of the year. Finally, I find it fitting to mention last year's "Juno." The tagline reads 'a comedy about life and the bumps along the way.' I find this far from the truth. Juno's smug attitude only earns an occasional laugh. However, I enjoyed this film because of the great story about teen pregnancy and relationships. These issues therefore make this a drama. That is not to say I did not like the films, for it is quite the contrary. I t is that I appreciated them on the level I saw them, not the way a money-hungry marketer told me to like it. VJACKIE C@ n H n #3. $noop dogg-"Sensual i n U-Hour (thanks, ASI) a l ARBAJAL ay BY SD Pride Staff Writer Favorite V-Day Gifts Seduction" 1. Mylar Balloons (to 4. Sara Bareilles-"Love February 14 . Some have be carried around Song" marked their calendars with everywhere, all day 5. Fergie-"Clumsy" hearts while others opt to pretend long) it doesn't exist. Popular opinion on V-Day Approved Movies (in a 2. Flowers Delivered at this 'Holiday of Love' has become theatre near you) Work (makes people as split as the Primary Elections. 1. Definitely, Maybe jealous) In most cases, those who hate the 2. Fool's Gold 3. Kiddy V-Day cards (for day tend to be the ones left with3. Jumper the young at heart) out a quote un-quote "valentine" 4. Juno 4. Jumbo-sized Stuffed of their own. But have no fear. 5. Animals (for the lonely) With a little help from Google, the Lovely ~VAtonement Options -Day Date 5. Candy Hearts (to read, Pride has broken down this pesky 1. Spend the day in with not eat) day to the nit and grit, giving you that special someone Anti V-Day Activities things to see, do, and listen to on 2. Go to an expensive 1. Watch Sweeney Todd the day we celebrate Saint Valenrestaurant (You only 2. Listen to Kelly tine in 2008. live once... a year) Clarkson's new CD Top V-Day Tune-age 3. Chick Flick (Girls, if he 3. Celebrate Saint 1. Chris Brown-"With loves you, he'll go) Patrick's Day instead You" 4. Watch Track & Field 4. Cry 2. Timbaland Ft. One team practice 5. Check up on your ex's Republic-"Apologize" 5. Free Cinnabon at facebook/myspace/etc. th S peed dating c omes to University Village BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer At University Village, the staff is constantly working to build community. Part of community is relationships, therefore, this St. Valentine's Day, they will be focusing on just that. Several resident advisors and the Resident Hall Council will transform the newly refurbished game room into a center of love connections. aulan BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Paulaner Brewery brews and bottles their Hefe-Weizen in Munich, Germany. Star Brand Imports of White Plains, New York, handles importing the brewery's beer. The brewery brews the ale slowly and all naturally as they have done for over 360 years. The brewery has a long and perplexing history. Thefirstofficial document regarding the brewery dates back to 1634. The brewery was originally a monastery establishment that produced strong beer to aid the pain in fasting. In 1780, the monastery received official permission to sale their beer. In 1806 and under new ownership once again, the brewery began to expand. In 1844, the brewery escaped devas- ^ tation during a revolt against the prince in Munich. In 1881, the brewery begins to utilize the invention of the ice machine to enable them to produce beer year-round. In 1986, they brew the world'sfirstalcohol-free wheat beer. In 2005, they brew the world'^ first alcohol-free yeast-based white beer. Throughout the years the brewery has experienced vast expansion and numerous ownership changes. The website also hosts an interesting yet questionable timeline about the history of beer. For example, they claim in 1500 BC "According to the Egyptian mythology the God Osiris, God of agriculture, taught man the art of brewing beer. The Egyptians learn how to brew beer by allowing barley to germinate in pots and the malt mash to ferment through wild yeast andfinallyrefining the taste of their beer with date sauce." The cardboard container holds six 12 fluid ounce brown glass bottles. The six pack retails for $8.99. The container portrays a snapshot of a family enjoying the outdoors amongst a snow capped Munich. The bottles contain the same imaging. A white bottle cap with the company's logo caps an ale with an alcohol by volume of 5.5%. The ale pours semi-smooth generating a half inch thick head. The head remains trapping in an assortment offlavors.The ale has a murky golden hue common of hefeweizen styled ales. A faint aroma arises from the glass. The ale enters gently. Small packets of taste gingerly massage the mouth. The ale passes leaving a supple wheat tasting residue for an extended amount of time. The soft nature of the ale ensures a pleasant pairing with almost any lunch or dinner item. As always, please enjoy responsibly. On Wednesday, February 13 , student residents can take part in a speed-dating event entitled, 'Come Single, Leave Lucky.' Tables will be up set so that young men and women can pair together and chat for a few minutes and try to make a connection for the most romantic holiday of the year. Recent conferences to share program ideas inspired this event.. As well as a chance to meet a special someone, there will also be hors d'oeuvres th and'mock tails'to refresh flirting people who grow weary. Conrad Ottey, an RA, says, "Our goal is that people get to know each other. It is not just about a love connection, but students getting to meet others." Nick Falconer, a student who plans on attending says, "I hope to meet more than a few new ladies, but having a good time is most important." Based on the success of the program, it may become a yearly tradition. DROPPING: By ToriaSavey/Pride StaffWriter CD RELEASES Tuesday, Feb 05 80S Thriller: 25th Anniversary Edition MICHAa JACKSON Before he turned inlo a circus freak with a rotting nose, Michael Jackson made some pretty awesome music» cited as inspiration by some of today's hottest artists. I liii SCOTTISH Keep Your Eyes Ahead ROYAL SCOTS DRAGOON GUARDS Bagpipes, i know I don't have enough of them in my musical collection, and neither do you. i n f e case, Scotland's only cavalry regiment just happenstobe made up of trained musicians, who have ail spent two tours in Iraq and play a killer version of Amazing Grace. Everyone needs a copy of this. FOLK of Light The Geography CARRIE NEWCOMER I know almost nothing about folk music, but people who do seem to be rather excited about Newcomer's latest album. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 budget greek life politics spring 2008 https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/99decf766422744fbb12a85476c9c5de.pdf caaaf43515644771e0075bc532280f59 PDF Text Text C ALIFORNIA STATE U NIVERSITY SAN M ARCOS www.thecsusmpride.com I N D E P E N D E N T S TUDENT N EWSPAPER T U E S D A Y , F E B R U A R Y 1 9, 2 0 0 8 VOL. X IX NO. 5 NIU Campus Shooting Raises Safety Concerns Emergency Preparedness Urged by University Police BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer On Thursday, Feb. 14, Northern Illinois University Graduate Student, 27-year-old Steven Kazmierczak, opened fire in a lecture hall on campus killing five students before turning the gun on himself. The next day, President Karen Haynes released a message to the campus community. "I know I speak for all of us that we feel great sadness and empathy for the students, faculty, staff and families of those personally affected by the tragedy at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Our sympathy goes out to them as they struggle to deal with the shock at such a sudden and violent loss to their community," President Haynes said. While questions regarding the motives of a student with no record of trouble and in good academic standing will likely go unanswered, administration is reaching out to students and fac- ulty to help focus on preventative measures. "We've had several systems in place even before Virginia Tech because we are such a newer campus," said University Police Department Emergency Manager, Dean R. Manship. "One thing people probably aren't aware of is that we have the ability to lock down pretty much all of our buildings from University police dispatch. So if we had some sort of situation like that, within two seconds they could click on one of their displays to lock down all the exterior doors for campus buildings and interior buildings for some of the newer buildings such as Markstein Hall." Manship stressed the need for students to program the University Police dispatch line (760-750-4567) into their cell phones in order to connect directly with University Police dispatch for a rapid response, rather than dialing 911 and being connected with the Highway Patrol. Students can also register for the emergency notification system at www.csusm.edu/ep to receive notifications only during an emergency. The system can notify students via cell phone, landline phones, text messages, and e-mail. The shooting rampage is the latest to plague the United States since last April's shooting at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University which claimed the lives of 32 people. See Shooting, Page 2 Greek Rush Week begins at CSUSM Interest in Greek life grows as campus expands BY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer As another semester passes, comes the beginning of a new one, bringing new opportunities to make new friends and participate in social events. For those who do not know: fraternities and sororities on campus are beginning to grow more and more as the years go by, with new ones being started as our school begins to grow. Seeing this college grow so .quickly makes being a part of it even better. Fraternities and sororities give people, especially those new to Cal State San Marcos, the opportunity to meet new people and experience things they might not be able to anywhere else. Anyone who has been on campus has seen the letters and tables for the fraternities and sororities. This week kicks off the rush week for both fraternities and sororities — and an exciting one it will be. Below are the dates and times and a description of what events will be going on this week. These events help give insight into what these fraternities and sororities are all about. Be sure to check them out. Photo by Ben Roffee/ The Pride ZBT Tuesday Feb 19th,Concert, 6 PJM., UVA Wednesday Feb. 20*, Flag footbél? 6 RMu, Track Fieki Tuesday Feb. 19th, Bowling, 6:30 P.M., Meet at Cesar Chavez Lot Wednesday Feb. 20th, TG Night, 7:15 P.M., Meet at Cesar Chavez Thursday Feb. j j § Poker night, 7:15 P.M, Meet at Cesar C hmz AXO Thursday Feb. 21st, 5:30 P.M., ACD205 Friday Feb. 22nd, 2-3:15 RM. or 5-6:15 EM* 244 Violet Aye, San st Thursday Feb 21 , 5:30 P.M., ACD205 Friday Feb 22nd, 12-2:15 RM. or 5-6:15 RM., CSUSM Clark Terrace Sabm)qifi&. 23^:124:15 RM. ACD205 Friday Feb.22nd, 12-1:15 P.M. or 2-3:15 P.M., Coronado Ranch Clubhouse, 335 Jacob Street, San Marcos, 92G78 Í J Í í ^ J ^ ^ 124:15 RM. Vista, £2084 _ i E AE MSflHMH Controversial religious debates welcomed by students DY BCM ROFFEE BV DEN DnCCCC Pride Staff Writer Monday, Feb.18, 2008 - For nearly six hours, Cal State San Marcos was shaken up as the topic of Christianity and religion became the focal point for public discussion and debate on campus. Tom Short, a traveling speaker from Columbus, Ohio spoke about his Christian beliefs on the stairs between Academic Hall and Craven Hall between 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Although CSUSM is no stranger to public expressions of beliefs and opinions, Mr. Short's showing was one of the largest the campus has seen in recent years. Drawing in hundreds of students throughout the course of the day, Short elicited impassioned debates from many otnHArifc resent. students pnrAOPnt Short touched on many issues ranging from evolution to homosexuality, at times provoking heated responses to his controversial statements. Those who disagreed were most often the ones first to speak out, while others simply listened on quietly. "I advocate that we convert the gay people," said Short. "Homosexuality is a sin." One student quickly replied, "That's according to the Bible. Why do they need to be saved because they're gay? Why do they need to be saved because of their sexual orientation?" Despite some of his inflammatory remarks, Short emphasized that he was not there to place judgment. However, students like Nastajja McDonald disagreed. " m not the one s cittino Vif»rp nlfir,reflect their C Christian religion TT'm nAtfliAnnp itting here plac- ilyilv reflect their hristian religion ing judgment on anyone. That's fairly. Freshman Travis Wilson said, what you are doing. You just said "We all sin every day. But the fact gay is wrong," said McDonald. At one point during the demon- of the matter is that the God we stration, campus police came out serve is the only one that can set us and briefly suspended the display to ensure that classes and campus activity were not being interrupted or compromised. Short continued shortly thereafter following a brief conversation with campus police. Reactions were mixed among students in the audience. Sopmore Erika Ervin echoed the belief of many students in attendance saying, "While I do agree with some of what he is saying, I don't like his argumentative methods." Some students felt that Short's style was too confrontational and didn't necessar- 5 f from those things." freerom those things." Short will continue on to other college campuses to conduct similar demonstrations. More information Short's work can be found at www.shortreport.com. Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride �NEWS Tuesday, February 19, 2008 j gg jgg| gg|gj ggg gg| "J^lkt-**^ ->ggl gg • -1 ' 1 y JL/ VY J From SHOOTING, page 1 The^Pride \ * v : ìMom V^ &moB. \ [ , ^DISTRIBUTION M Ì A B r A^ Q K 1 1111 ; ? V ; * Cow EDITOR > : : " ' ;^ isnAtèmUQÀHé , respond in any emergency." Cooperation amongst the In a released letter from Vir- campus community is a vital aid ginia Tech President Charles W. in preventative measures. UniverSteger to North Illinois Univer- sity Police relies on students' first sity President Dr. John G. Peters, hand contact with the community, Steger states, "The loss of life is urging students to not adhere to always tragic, but especially the taking any threat lightly. loss of young people with their "Any type of situation, even promise for the future. Our hearts if it's a hoax, we are going to go out to their families, as well take any phone call in very serias those injured, and the entire ously. We can respond to any Northern Illinois community." place on campus in less than According to MSNBC, victims three minutes," said Manship. of the shooting included an army Students may also provide tips to veteran who served in Bosnia and University Police through an anonKorea, an ad salesman for the ymous hotline,760-750-TIPS. student newspaper, an aspiring "If you see something suspiteacher, and a talented violinist. cious, we don't want anyone to Four of the victims were under say 'Maybe I'm just overreacting' 21 with the other being 32 years and not call i n" Manship added. of age. "Anything that raises any types of "While these types of incidents warnings we want people to call are devastating and unpredictable, in and let us know about and then I want to assure you that Cal State our officers will go and investiSan Marcos is very well prepared gate. We want people to call as to address them, and our Uni- much as possible if they are conversity Police are well trained to cerned." THE PRIDE American Democracy Project Presents: Pizza and Politics Lunch event to focus on war in Iraq BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer The American Democracy Project is hosting its second Pizza and Politics event today during University Hour in Markstein 103. The event's topic is the war in Iraq led by Political Science/Global Studies Professor Scott Greenwood. The first 35 students in attendance will receive f ree pizza. The event will focus on a specific article in the Los Angeles Times published Jan. 14, 2008 regarding a s hift in U.S. military strategy in Iraq. Pizza and Politics is a series of events geared to promote discussion on political issues that directly and indirectly a ffect the campus community. Students interested in future Pizza and Politics events can visit the American Democracy Project website at www.csusm. edu/adp. This academic year will focus on issues pertaining to the 2008 Presidential Election and use current newspaper articles to guide discussions. The next Pizza and Politics event will spotlight civil liberties on Thurs, Feb. 28 during University Hour in ACD 102. ' EUSCMSS M N O R & AAE SALIS REPRESENTATIVE ¿IQ ^ - ^ : CRÓRM^YOHO *ry V : : \ tewisoà , - \ l OA&m&èmm * 'V \ CSUSM celebrates oNarious con- they tC ondom Day ational end to stock up on supplies Cnoi< less assortment f v BY JON THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer doms, contraceptives and lubricants available free to students. The VCC were eager to make students aware of the free community health care, educational and counseling services they offer, including confidential HIV and pregnancy testing. Information on the potentially life-threatening importance of safe sex and STDs was also a readily available resource. "Usually when kids first approach us they are a little embarrassed, but once they see why we are here, to help them, As students found out, even the pouring rain could not inhibit the \ - , " BWBlACASmm r / • " ^ -DAVID CHURCH * . * free flow of water based lubricants and contraceptives. ,\ mwm SSQUB«* , * ; V TS F ME HOANG IJ A I CSUSM observed National JONATHAN THOMPSON Condom Day Thursday Feb. 14 *^ ^ CAKICK>HISTS' / ^ \ ^ with an event put on by Student JlHNYBtóFOKD ^ Health and Counseling Services . V / J Ò m &IU3WM ; " " \I (SHCS). The event gathered a number of community and campus organizations in front of the library. The Vista Community Clinic (VCC) was one orgaAli opinions and lettera to nization on hand that had an endt te i i l f i p l ^ H in H i M de, tepi^sent tìhe opinions of the aitbor^ and do not neo«^sarily ^ presesi the. v iem 2/6/0812:45a.m. The Prìde, o r of California A n o fficer s tepped à v ehicle State JLTuìverdty SUE Marcos* Un$igned editcrlals r ^ r ^ n t f or several violations the majority o phion of The including high speeds. Piide edìfortai b oard l e t t e t i te t he e ditor should tacMe a » addre$s, telephone m m b t n e -mail a nd l ettera may b e t dlldf jfor g mMmàt ìm&ih* ÈzttmiMmlé > 30® wmézmèmbthaik they tend to stock up on supplies and ask questions," said Rafael Rubalcaba of the VCC. "We are just here to help the community be safe and aware." Spencer Gooch, also a representative from VCC, said they are noticing the concern for safe sex is crossing age gaps. "We see a lot more adults are warming up to what we offer lately, in some cases more than the younger students," he said. "As they should, safety is important to everyone, not just the youth." Judy Heard, Sexual Health Resource Advisor at Birth loice in San Marcos stressed the importance of being safe and informed. "We just want students to understand that they are special, they are a g ift they need to treasure, not just for themselves, but for the person they marry and their children " said Heard. "There are worse things in the world than getting pregnant, like getting an STD." Students have a wealth of health care information and resources available to them at any time through the SHCS and other community organizations. males harassing w omen. T he p assenger i n t he b ack seat f or o fficer c ited one individual 1 possession o f alcohol. f or possession o f 4 . 6 g rami ! o f m arijuana. 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O fficers cited t he d river f or transportation o f alcohol a nd c ited t he I COUGAR WATCH KEEPING AH ÈVE ON THZ U? �NBA Trade Talk Church's influence on Sports H ^ ^ ^ ^ H Therichget richer The NBA is making trades T H E - ^ ^ Ë ^ ^ ^ ^ M M O M I OF TRANSACTIONS || Phoenix Suns drafted out a trade BY T IM MOORE that sent 14-time All-Star and Pride Staff W rite former Laker, Shaquille O'Neal back to the Pacific Division ' , When the Los- Angeles Làtóers for Shawn Marion and Marcus' acquired former all-star, Pan Gasol Banks« The move has been critionFeferua*y I* i n exchange for the cised by analysts because of the undeiperformmg fCwame Brows* aging O'Neal's inability to easily rookie« Javaris Crittenton* A mm fit in w iththe Suns" trademark McKie, Mare Gasol* &ad two high-speed offense, future draft picks, fans and anaShiaq* who has been sidelined lysts immediately set the bar high* I w ith a hip injury, is expected t o The addition of tfc^ 7*0" G asoi make h is Phoenix debut on Thurscombined with the pending return j day g ainst the Lakers on BSPÌI. Nine-ti me All-Star* Jason Kidd, of^ffie injured Andrew Byàwtn lead some to crown the Lakers who has voiced h is desire t o b e as potential Western Conference traded tan the New Jersey Nets Champions* without Bau having for quite some time, may have | played a single game in the purple just been granted his wish* and gold. After over a week of negotia» The Latere have m m played six | lions, proposals, and rumors with games in the <3asol~era, winning the Dallas Maverics* it appears all but one. Gasol is proving t o be a that a deal has come to fruitbn major contributor in Los Angeles* that would send Devin Harris* averaging 20.5 points* and just over DeSagana Diop» and.Mauriceeight rebounds i n the six games he Ager to New Jersey in epeehange has played iti a Lakers uniform. for K ìéà and Éyrwwtàt Malik | Mim. • 1 \ The , Lakers organization j T he Western O mferpice is ! expected such numbers from a around the NBA, and with the I you can see the big picture.# l utti?] down and get less touches of the Lakers trade« you see an imme| | S o unless they raise their . Pride Staff Writer diate payoff for the Lakers and • t h e y are Pau Gasol became a Laker, a possibility for a good pajroff goiag to score less; Shaquille Ö*Neil became a Sun &r täte Memphis Grizzlies who Finally there is -the Bibby received three players and two trade. Bibby is going to the and Jason Kidd a Maverick? 1dotrt think so* After watch- first round picks, Hawks who are .ori the bubble The Lakers now are a mafors for the final playoff s pot With ing ridiculous tade after trade, I was happy to see Devean George erntender with fte addition of Bibby* the Hawks will be in the take responsibility and end what Gasol GasoI givesKobe Bryant p&yofls and it v M be onBifaby looked to be the biggest steal of the help he had been asking far to carry the Hawks deep into the the season Thefcradfeshould during the off-season. Now the '. ;I eventually go through because only thing' tampering a jgreat In return, the Sacramento George will give in to the pres- playoff n i l by the L ates is Kings get fimr expiring consure of the "bom* by Dallas Robe's pinky tract players p d a second round Then when k&kmg at the p dL This will give the Kings a Maverick fans and the media and Jerry Stackhouse will need Suns-Heat trade, It is hard to chance to go fishing at the free to find a new team once h è gets understiEid what ttie Suns worn, agency this off-season* 4 thinking. I know Shawn Marion As for Kidd, he will be in a . . Personally, I am sick of seeing wanted out» but Shaq is not Hie Mavericks uniform by the ¿badtrades like those above. Even I answer. Like most people in line. , But it won't mean "a thing, the Michael Bibby trade to the the work!» the question is wh^? because despite all these teams Atlanta Hawks was a Meal for I You are t ^ing Marion oi& of ^ oiakingkeytrades?theSanAntothe Hawks* This appears to be picture, making Amare Stou- nio Spurs are getting healthy «j the t i m i that is going on in the, demire take his game up a level ^ W e Spurs have fee most! ^NBAtWs year, * . -, with Marion gone. The Suns dominant 1% man in the g$rne| Whatever happened to trad- are eventually adding a much j hi Ttm Dmican, Mara* Ginobiti tog a young player who has slower older oger who doesn't | » getting stronger and stronger three years left on his inMalcon* fttheofitoivesdbraietheSuns with Mb game and Ifeny Paricer tract and first and second round will be returning t o the lineup. v & "wmSMm " " "" No 1 instead* we are gettingtrades for 'mg 20 minutes a game, avei%> why I am picking I te Spurs to ! i.rt i.i l.iv K n» . - ÏI I unti I . 1 f »V T i» » > iw 4hm « U f A«ul ¿i* «»¿fctkM*MmaA^ U M» v*"VJ À rtHrtmtwrtn Î tf The Blood, Sweat, Tears being homeless You know what? I'm not going ten sign, and a hungry dog and a to pretend that I know anything thin jacket, and a worn Bible. And there and then I come up about being homeless. I was driving along today with my signifi- with an idea. I should devote my cant other and I saw a homeless life to helping homeless people man and his dog. I immediately commit crimes. Let's crunch got that slightly sick feeling I get some numbers, BST-style. Perin my stomach, that I should do centage of homeless people with something to help that man and chronic health problems: 46%. his German Shepard. I got cold Percentage who report mental just walking between my front illness: 39%. In fact, including door and the car, and this man the percentages for people with is sitting there, with a handwrit- acute health problems and sub- stance abuse issues, we're talking somewhere around... 100%. Check out the United States Department of Health and Human Services. They've got it all. So, a disability check (Supplemental Security Income, if you're in with the lingo) is $512. For someone who can't work at all. So, that's rent, food, and any living expenses for $512. Try it for a month. But, a light at the end of the tunnel! According to the Center for Criminal and Juvenile Justice, in 2000, it cost $20,000 to keep a prisoner for a year. And that was eight years ago, which means inflate that number there accordingly. So, despite the lack of freedom.. .you could be safer and happier in prison than homeless. You'll have clean clothes, heat, cable, a gym, even a chance to complete a college PrideComics education and learn job skills in some cases. Unite behind me, my homeless friends! Give me your freezing, your tired, your hopeless. Here in America, a better life has been waiting for you! We were just busy giving it to others as a "punishment." Now if I could just figure out what to do for his dog. By Ivan Garcia T S WEAR, X dxonV fl©0c?gmODsQ cbOeoö Just for Siggles by Jenny Bigpond ^ONSID« SUMMFR . &EEL-Y l oFnCAUX vPREPAR£D IFORANT - riPfcOF, ^EKTHERj rt UNDERNEATH THAT S MY TWO PIECE'. ©os DO �SPORTS Tuesday, February 19, 2008 THE PRIDE Week in review Softball Cougar baseball goes 2-2 B rief BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer Cougar baseball started o ff slow last week with t\vo straight losses, but swept their double header Sat. to salvage the week. In the first game of the week, the Cougars (3-6) were blown out by #25 Biola (4-2) 17-5. The game got out of hand quickly, with Biola scoring 13 r uns in the first three innings, i i the bottom of the 2*a, l b Matt McQueen knocked in the first two r uns of the game with a two-RBI double. Biola would add on two more r uns before their nine r un 3rd inning* Biola got RBFs from RF David West, C Daniel Bodemer, C F Chjris Foreman,^ 2b Hawkins Gebbers, and LF Chad Pace a fter batting around in the bottom of the 3rd. The Cougars scored in four consecutive innings to get their five r uns for fthe. game, b ut it was not even close to being enough to make this a game. RF Jared Suwyn continued his hot streak with an RBI single to put the Cougars on the board. 2b Louie Russo tacked on t wo more r uns with a two-run HR in the top of the 7th. In .the second game of the week, the Cougars' comeback was stopped by #13 Cal Baptist (9-4) in a close loss 4-3. In the bottom of the 1st, the Cougars performed two errors to give up two r uns o ff one hit, to start off on a rocky 1st inning. The Cougars scored in the top of the 5th off a one-out RBI double down the line by C Dane Ponciano. In the top of the 7th, Jared Suwyn would sacrifice fly to CF to bring the score to 3-2. With j ust three outs remaining in the game, LF Austin Way hit a leadoff HR to bring CSUSM Softball concluded a busy week of play, Saturday, with a pair of wins over Occidental College. The Cougars won both games of their doubleheader on Saturday - the first by a score of 4-0, and the second by a score of the score to 4-3. The Cougars would leave the t ying and goahead r uns on base in a losing e ffort. Cal Baptists SP Duke gave up 10 hits but only allowing two earned r uns in six innings worked. Cal Baptist used three relievers to close out the Cougars giving up one r un and two hits in the final three innings. In the weekend doubleheader against Patten University the Cougars won 6-5 in 11 innings and 11-2 to save their week and improve their record to (5-7) on the year. 11-0. The Cougars started off the week with a pair of wins at Azusa Pacific, 2-1 and 3-2 on Tuesday. The Cougars suffered their only loss of the week on Thursday against the NAIA thirdranked Point Loma Sea Lions. The 2-4 loss was in game one of a doubleheader - game two was rained out. The Cougars record on the season is 7-4. Soccer trvout filmroll Photos by Ivan Garcia / The Pride C OUGAR S C O R E B O A R D FEBRUñRy 2 0 0 OUT ^Tpï&Ç WOMEN'S GOLF U.C. Riverside Invitational 6* Hace | SOFTBALL Doubleheader CSUSM 41 Occidental 0 CSUSM I II Occidental 0 Upgofflilng E w u l i 2/14 Feb. 1 9-Feb. 25 BASEBALL;' WEDNESDAY Cai Baptist 41 CSUSM 3 Baseball @ Cal Baptist - 2:00 p,m. • vw. MEN'S GOLF Point Loma 41 CSUSM I H l State San Marcos Invitational iBllllilill THURSDAY through SATURDAY Softball § Cal Baptist Tournament tn à ^ \ ^ MH! i • 1 s • •BIB • I»» _ J �Swiping fâlce BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer swiping his/her card. The processor takes a few seconds and validates the transaction. Then a Cougar selects one or multiple sodas. The Cougar finishes by pressing the blue "Complete" button. The processor then displays a "Thank You." The processor does not print a receipt. Although various credit card and banking companies might have different methods of identifying the transaction, the transaction shows up as "Vend at Cola" on monthly billing statements. Not all Cougars are eager to use the new process. "I wouldn't use it because I am very skeptical. There are just so many ways that people can get your credit card information," said Senior Business Major Jillian Cox. Last semester Coca-Cola vending machines across the campus received an upgrade allowing Cougars to utilize credit cards in purchasing a soda. The card processing machine accepts credit cards or banking cards with credit card logos and does not require the insertion of a personal identification number. The addition happened over night and not all Cougars are aware of this new capability. "I didn't even know they had them but I would probably use them though," said Senior Biology Major Levi Williams. The simple process starts with a Cougar - The new addiction • You make this week look good. Pay attention to all aspects of your potential, and by the weekend, you may get exactly what you wanted. Of course, that depends on how you handle Thursday and Friday: are you going to float on through or let the nay-sayers sink your rubber duckie? Leo Someone call the fire department because your love life is about to get sizzling hot. One wrong turn though and it's gone, baby, gone, so don't be too quick to blow off t he guy at the grocery store or the girl behind the Starbucks counter. Also, quit pissing off your coworkers. It's going to blow up in your face on Thursday. Gemini Your fluid nature gets a real test from a coworker on Thursday. Sometimes just letting your anger come out is the best way to handle a situation. Beware of a smooth-talker tomorrow, keep up the hard work, and your week will come out polished just the way you want it. Cancer Your attempts at channeling Rico Suave don't go exactly how you've planned, and on Wednesday, the Gemini you've been pining for slips through your fingers. Put away your Aqua Net and acid wash jeans and try being a real human being. Besides, now is the time to focus on the home front, before your proverbial French Virgo Love hurts. Not as much as friends talking smack, though. Because you can find 50 ways to leave your lover, but friends cling to you through the years. Try to mend some fences, and spend some time relaxing solo, and if that doesn't work, hire a South American assassin. As long as s/he is not a Scorpio. pra^l mm, Mmmmm J fe * ' U - - J paBp Wm - m^BKSm M. ' -."v gcj A Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride Vending machines now sport the ability to pay with all major credit cards. Pride Horoscopes Aries poodle bites your kneecap. • little shoe organizers. For the single, you bump into someone with more potential than the MacBook Air. For couples, whatever your recent rough patches, they're gone and forgotten. Aquarius Don't speed. of light in a crappy Madonna music video. This is your moment to shine. If you want to go out every night, do it. Now is the right time to start new projects or finally put some out for public approval. This week, you're the golden child. Except Thursday. You should probably just stay in bed on Thursday. Taurus Pisces Don't let an Aquarius speed. Energy is pouring out of you like rays Scorpio You'll do anything in the line of duty, but be careful when people ask you for things this week. You give and give and give, and before you know it, you're out there faking a South American accent and holding a sniper rifle. Take a bath and read a trashy romance novel instead. And just for giggles, car trouble plagues you on Friday. versityVoice Do you feel safe when you're on Campus? mmlM Sagittarius A long week ahead for you, Sag. Try not to get sucked into workplace drama. No matter how strong the temptation though, you know what happens after a large f ry from McDonald's and five margaritas. Keep the door locked and the phone off the hook. Capricorn Karma finally catches up with you and it's all good. While you watch other people trying to put out fires and clean their closets, you're the one who actually has the foam extinguisher. Or those cute ^ i ^ ^ ^ m p l ^ v i ^ ^ M m e s atflightIf t hefts nobody here ^WsSÊSBBSSsBÊ Nicole Edwardsv ''Yeah, generally I do feel safe on campus, It does get a little iSHi lot of people on campus, because there are a lot of people §¡¡§1 passing throughout the day. It's a pretty safe campus I fegueescompared^te t ^ost s chools w e Ha^e a pteity s a f e « pregnant? 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With guitar in hand and no think a lot of people do the music backing band, Deez gives it a go, first and then come up with lyrics. putting on one excellent show. Drop- [But] I do the lyrics first because ping lines about life and his own for what I do, that's most imporpersonal strife, Rob Deez is a playa tant. I'm a lyric master, not a and creator of hype. Whether it's at guitar master. Mueller, Lestats or some other local The Pride: Where do you get venue, with his charm and ingenuity, Rob Deez hopes to woo you. the inspiration for your songs? From everything around me. Although his songs might not be the cleanest—as he likes to sing about Drinking and women are big "planting his seed" and run-ins with influences. Things that are going the cops—his lyrical chops are def- on in my life—current events usuinitely the meanest. His rhythmic ally end up being the sources for rapping and melodic acoustic guitar my songs. is no normal pairing, but you better The Pride: Do you have an check him out because his songs are album out? worth sharing. I have. If only you could take The Pride: How did you get a picture of it—I have an awardwinning album out. It's the ghetto your start in music? I got a guitar in 7 h grade [and] disc. It was voted for, nominated I played punk rock music on it. and won in the 2007 Hat Awards At City College I did a few musi- honoring "Acoustic talent album cals and really fell in love with of the year artist's choice award." being onstage with an audience. The Rob Deez ghetto disc is [Also] in between Jr. High and simply a recording of a live set at high school, I started rapping with Lestats that Josh Damigo threw friends in the garage. Then one down $20 for. But I am soon going day I put it all together, and now to be recording with the homie Aaron Bowen. I'm the shit. The Pride: What's the first CD or tape you ever bought? I think I wanna say like Kris Kross "Totally Krossed Out." Maybe Ojay Jones for the tape, (Deez starts singing) "I saw you, walking in the rain..." The Pride: Do you have a favorite show memory? I think my coolest memory, or at least the one I'm gonna go with— I've got a lot of awesome memories—is the one when I worked at the Zoo. I wrote a song about working at the Zoo and I played this Zoo house party, and that was thefirsttime I had ever played one of my songs in front of an audience. And like, they loved it. It's like a three minute song that took ten minutes because there was so much laughter in between each line. It was the greatest feeling in the world. The Pride: Can you share a few lines? It's like: "Hello, how are you? Did you have a good time at the San Diego Zoo?". . "I can already tell this is not going to be my day because in my first fifteen I called Panda Express and tried to sell them Wa Mei"... "I just want to go home and get irie and lose my sobriety, instead of working at the The Bucket List How to waste a good premise and great actors where. Lucky for director/producer Rob Reiner, the films two main It would be hard to say that (what seemed to be only) charwatching "The Bucket List" was acters Morgan Freeman and Jack top of my list of things to do Nicholson were there to perform. The unlikely chemistry of the before I die. two was barely enough to save Nevertheless, I gave it a chance, hoping Morgan Freeman would the poorly written script and just deliver thought-provoking inspi- almost made the cheesy effects go ration, as he usually does. The unnoticed. If you are searching delivery came, but much too late. for that "feel good", tear-jerker To put it simply, the movie contradicted its own message. If one is supposed to make the most of the time they have left, they should not spend that time watching this film. By the time I heard Freeman's closing narration about finding the joy in your life, I found myself searching for the previous two hours of my life, wanting them back so I could look for this joy elseBY ALEXANDER HAND Pride Staff Writer movie, this one will get the job done. But I would recommend only watching the final ten minutes or so. Trust me, this way, you can have that feeling but will have another hour and a half to go enjoy your life. Watching this movie in its entirety is something I would recommend you move to the bottom of your list ofthings to do before you "kick the bucket". Photo courtesy of Warnerbros Considering a Career in Physical T herapy? You are cordially invited to attend a reception to learn more about the University of S t Augustine and its Physical Therapy resident arid part-time distance learning programs in San Diego, California. 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The Pride: Do you have a The Pride: Where can favorite song you have written? music? Favorite song I've written... I people find your have a lot, I'd say right now it's the Come to the Myspace page dot com slash rob deez. Come to the "Bicycle Song." It's a lot of fun. shows, which are listed on the Myspace page. Buy my CD which The Pride: What's the biggest lesson you took away from your is available at the shows. And or fall in love with me and/or vice college experience? versa and I'll play for you anytime The biggest lesson I took away from college is that I should have in the bedroom. paid more attention while I was Go add Rob Deez as your MySthere. Plus, I mean going to colpace friend: www.myspace.com/ lege and doing shows there is what turned me on to audiences in the robdeez Photo courtesy Rob Deez Rob Deez tells it like it is while performing his song "Humorous Coincidence" at a local show. CD Review With his melodious voice and soft smooth guitar it was hard not to relax the second any of his Each week I seach the internet songs came on. So of course, the to see who is coming out with a 13th song came along and I was on new CD, some I might enjoy, iTunes ready to click purchase and others I'm neutral towards and let me tell you $9.99 well spent some I would rather never listen dollars. Since buying the CD, I have to. Last week, I was looking at not been able to stop listening the new releases and saw the to it. Each song getting better Alexisonfire's vocalist Dallas and better the more I listen to it. Green and his side project City Dallas Green moves away from and Colour was coming out with the louder more heavy rock and a new CD named Bring Me Your into a much more acoustic form of music in which he is allowed to let Love February 14th. I had purchased his first CD his voice really shine thru. Usually I would suggest a few and to paraphrase, because I could go on forever, it was amaz- songs that are the better of the CD ing. Having discovered him late but this one all I can say is every night on Myspace (which I do single one. So I suggest if you are way too often sadly), I was hyp- reading this article to immediately notized by his voice and imme- buy this album, you won't regret it diately purchased his CD. BY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students Aspiring to obtain doctorate California Pre-Doctoral Program Application Due: March 21, 2008 • fully-funded s u m m e r internship • $3K scholarship for symposiums, college visits, application/test f e e waivers and more • C S U Faculty Sponsorship required For information and applications: Cat State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2 400 ( 760) 7 50-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/Ioans.htm �Battle of the Bands Goes Digital BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer has pulled the wallet strings of the most penny-pinching gamers. But the question being posed is: Which game deserves your Do not listen to the pessimists. Rock Band attention and money? is NOT a Guitar Hero rip-off. Harmonix, The defining factor that both games the co-creator of the Guitar Hero series, share: musical variety. Spanning multiple decided to move on from its axe-wailing eras and genres, both games will entice the roots to create an entirely new game that musically savvy with a plethora of options has yet to be matched by any other game of from Iron Maiden and Metallica's hardcore the music/rhythm genre. classics, to modern rock anthems from Fall Even though Guitar Hero has set the Out Boy and Weezer. standard in the past as being the "fun-filled Both games contain master recordings Thursday night with friends," a new con- for half of their songs, so feel free to finally tender has stepped up to the plate to over- remove the ear plugs if the previous Guitar throw the guitar-wailing party series that Hero covers made you cringe with audible discomfort. With Rock Band containing 58+ tracks out of the box and Guitar Hero sporting 71+ tracks, you would think that the latter would be the victor when it comes to variety. But with downloadable songs every week, both games have the potential to be on top when it comes to variety. With a character creation feature, Rock Band players have a chance to rock out with their very own personalized avatar that excels at one particular role in the band. Which means, that while Guitar Hero players are limited to wailing on the guitar, Rock Band players have the freedom to choose a responsibility within the band: guitar, bass, drums, and (my personal favorite) vocals. There is so much substance to both games that make them great. But if there had to be one, I'd recommend Rock Band to anyone that could afford its hefty price tag (about $170 compared to Guitar Hero's $90). With the variety and varying difficulties of each instrument, Rock Band offers a multitude of possibilities with every new song pack that becomes available. While I respect both series, I would easily recommend Rock Band to anyone with a pseudodream of super rock stardom. Hookmh Lounge P ool T a b l e s A Case Against American Idol BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer Despite being one of the most popular shows on television, I find "American Idol" to be flawed and self-righteous. At first, it may have been a good idea, but I grow tiresome of this program on FOX Network. For several reasons pertaining to the show itself and its negative influence on others shows as well as society, "American Idol" is a drain on the nation. First, the show is the same every year. Since its inception, copying the British show "Pop Idol," the program has consistently been the same. The formula is to get thousands of people in major cities across the nation and take a picture to give the illusion that FOX gives that many people the chance to compete. It would take months for all to sing in front ofthe infamous three judges, which means the show prescreens most contestants. The only ones who make it to the judges are the decent singers and of course, the bad. The show only gives the chance to these poor singers so that the rest of the nation can laugh at them, which is a pitiful way to boost one's ego. | Games G r e a t F ood O v e r 5 0 H o o k a h F lavor's As the show progresses, the judges 'cut the fat' as each week another singer is eliminated. The contestants face the wrath of the judges, who are stereotypical to a tee. There is the yuppie who never says anything bad, one who cannot stop saying 'dawg', and the last who is a miserable human being putting on the act that he is incapable of being pleasant. Finally, the judges say that each year the contestants are better despite the fact that only two relatively famous stars have come from the show, according to albums sold. "American Idol" is a repetitive process forced upon the nation each year to bring a new music 'sensation.' However, the show is responsible for more cultural problems in this country than musical talent. Singers on the show only survive if they put on proverbial blinders and sing only pop songs. This leads to people being uncreative and listening to only one type of music. In my opinion, rap and pop music are responsible for relaxed morals, including increases in promiscuity and drug use among young people. It is time for "American Idol" to take the blame for what is has done. M o n d a y N ight P ool T o u r n a m e n t D ally L unch a n d D inner S peclais H a p p y H our 4 : 0 0 - 6 : 0 0 P . M . 1 2 2 0 E M ission» S a n M a r c o s K «||»I»|V I i8l»l»l> Cü : S PRINTER service begins March 9,2008 Picking Up the Pen Again Hollywood Goes Back to Work BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer After 100 days, the Writers Guild of America settled on terms with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) and therefore ended the 2007-2008 Writers Guild of America Strike. Beginning on Nov. 5,2007, the writers of television shows and motion pictures stopped working due to issues with DVD profits and credit for new media, which include Internet shows and 'on-demand' programs. The Eastern and Western Writers' Guilds laid terms for a new contract on February 10 and voted it in place two days later. According to the website for the Writers Guild of America, East, (WGAE) votes in favor of the new contract totaled an overwhelming 92.5%. The president of the WGAE, Michael Winship, said, "The commitment and solidarity of our members made it happen . .. our two unions stronger than ever." The members of the AMPTP, which include the Presidents and CEOs of entertainment studios, responded saying, "We hope now to focus our collective efforts on what this industry does best ... working together to deliver great content to our worldwide audiences." r Though the unions are pleased with the results, this strike did not come without its cost. One of the most prominent was the canceling of the Golden Globe ceremony. The shockwaves cost the city of Los Angeles $380 million, according to NPR, due to tourism loss as well as losses surrounding food and limo services and hotels. Also, studios may cut new shows that never got rolling, and the people who work undistinguished jobs behind the camera lost income. Both guilds and the AMPTP are looking to make the best of the situation and bringing entertainment back to the viewers. Leave the Sprinting to us. North County's MM SPRINTER light rati train has arrived* W ith service every half hour O weekdays and every hour on the weekends, it's easy t o hop aboard R the SPRINTER, Catch the train at any one of the new 1 5 stations. BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated t o connect you t o major destinations along the Highway 7 8 corridor. Your ticket to Noith County s new short cut begins at only $ £ per trip. S PrtlNT 1 GoNCTD.com • Call 511 I P WE MOVE PEOPLE f J / / / / / / /*// áWÉSg?MSmMi* f / f J r ¡ L / / SJr 1 $ STATIONS SERVING YOU f �8 A&E Tuesday; February 19, 2008 THE PRIDE O scar t urns 8 0 Pride predicts winners Best Supporting Male Actor Javier Bardem for "No Country for Old Men." This was without a doubt the most incredible performance this year. It is too bad the Academy did not nominate him for best male lead, because with his performance, his presence resonates even when he is off screen. Bardem has created a villain that can stand ground among the likes of Hannibal Lecter, Darth Vader, and Norman Bates. An honorable mention belongs to Gasey Affleck for his work in "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford," because he showed he has seri- ous acting skills, unlike his brother Ben. Best Male Actor Best Director Best Picture Best Female Actor "No Country for Old Men." What a surprise. There is not much more to say than this is a flawless film. To all who took part in the making of this movie: congratulations and thank you. Ellen Page for "Juno." This one is a call from my gut. Page gave a refreshing, yet smug, performance, and the Oscars have a tendency to favor young stars, such as in 1993 when Anna Paquin won best frnmt supporting female actor in "The 1 w m k Piano," and she was only 11-yearsold at the time. With all due respect, she may not have come out Daniel Day-Lewis for "There on top in a stronger field. Will Be Blood." Not to be misogynistic, but the performances by men were incredible this year. All nominated gave stunning Kate Blanchett for " I'm Not There." In a weak field, she deliv- performances that filmgoers will ered a strong performance that should secure a second Oscar. The not soon forgot. This was a diff irst was for her supporting ficult choice, but Lewis wins role in "The Aviator." Unforover Johnny Depp. Lewis, who tunately, her performance in has reinvigorated the study of "Elizabeth: The Golden Age" method acting, performs so well, will not win her best female viewers forget they are watching lead this year. a movie. Best Supporting Female Actor Best Director: Joel and Ethan Coen for "No Country for Old Men." "No Country" was the most acclaimed movie this year, and behind it were these two film geniuses. With so many other great films to their credit, this award has eluded them. Now with another masterpiece they can finally claim the title. They deserve this award due to their work with the story, the performances they got from the actors, and the making of another American cinema classic. DROPPING: CD RELEASES By Toria Savey /Pride Staff Writer BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Stouts were originally brewed in 18th Century EngNorth Coast Brewing Company brews land for exportation Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout to Russia. Russian in Mendocino Country, California. The Imperial Stouts often brewery began in 1988 in Fort Bragg, contained higher ABVs to California. The brewery holds an assort- help Russians cope with extremely cold ment of 70 national and international beer climates. oriented medals, "Never say die" referring to the controThe stout boasts a bragging 9% alco- versial Grigori Rasputin, crowns the cardhol by volume, almost double the ABV board container holding four, 12-fluid oz. average of regular dark brown glass bottles. The four pack beers. Russian of stout retails for $7.49. Gold and black I m p e r i a l accents adorn the packaging with a portrait of Rasputin. The bottles contain the same designs. The contents in the bottle are sealed off with a glossy black bottle cap printed with the brewery's logo and name in flashy gold trim. The seven gold medal stout pours rich and creamy creating a three fourths inch thick head. Although the head gradually shrinks it remains for the entire duration. The stout darkens the glass with a near black eerie texture. Shockingly, the stout enters smooth and passes smooth. The climax occurs between sip and swallow with a slight tingle on the tongue. The tingle although meek in power, lingers in the mouth for several moments. Ultimately, an oak residue coats the tongue after the encounter. The week's stout offers a high ABV without offending the taste buds. The thick stout pairs well with heavy dinner entrees e.g. steak and potatoes. For a unique and antique adventure discover Old Rasputin. P OP/ROCK Tuesday, Feb 1 9 | : A Twist in My Story SC N H N S R N D EO D A D E E A E Am they a one hit wonder? Does anyone care about their sophomore release? We'lI see if John VeseJy can hit the radio waves as hard as he's hit the internet with this new W album. CUTY O NR My Life's Been a Country Song mmmm :W at least the man admits ftSoifyou get the aftksn, and then have io Mm to how hfe woman left him andranover hisdogwith hiapick uptrucfcryoa ptobabfy autobiographical. The lead single fremthis album, "What K d Gone,* put ma • the charts, but wel seewhat the rest of the album has in store. J i 1 :¿H|lt?i i:;i«ilTS J Dive Deep I don'tbuy albums, tjusf don! I can'istandhaving tocommMtol4-1T tracks, half ofwhfch might be mediocre. Bui f found truelovein Morcheeba long ago, friends, Antf J ìM fH$ a Moneheeba Jntifyimighf j^go^andl&yifcison&Wflb a mixture of smooth, electronic sound Daft Punic dance party), and an everchanging roster of guest vocalists, they never bore me/ , S lliflgliiliil Ks?» " "IIIWIlilliB I M T Lf EAKingdom of Sorrow mummwmmm 5 í yo| do, then this is the album you've been waitingfcrafryourm The band )W llllilllill^^ a band tha®, and the track «Screaking at the Sky" Mil give me an instant : migraine, so this may be metafs bravenew hope. fe-LATIN f^ * fPi * mm 'iuitii t? ~* l ili: lllil | p n Vivo: Desde Et Auditorio Nacional fK«Rtè0EtA SE R IR A J WÄS Dropping? But hereft&é ^combination C / V from K-Paz de DD D | | Ärra. Tragically, their leadsinger was murdered last December; so this � 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/. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 Type The nature or genre of the resource Text campus safety greek life religion spring 2008 https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/6bf4befe81676149221bdc1c9f1cf3fa.pdf 310c1df0a02bef326f8c2100cbdeafcf PDF Text Text €HEO^PRIDE C A L I F O R N I A STATE U NIVERSITY S AN M A R C O S I NDEPENDENT S TUDENT NEWSPAPER TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008 www.thecsusmpride.com Greek Life Update VOL. XIX NO. 6 San Marcos Sheriff's Department cracks down on traffic control Congested intersections are quickly becoming a byproduct of CSUSM growth BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer m life pi« IH f wi.'SJ> 1 •if-It SA* 3 # it «41 3 wÉ ^ l l ^ -^Silllllplll^ . Photo by Ben Roffee/The Pride "Bid day" at CSUSM welcomes prospective members to its Greek community The intersection of Craven Road and Twin Oaks Valley Road often accumulates congested traffic. The congested traffic creates chaos for Cougars and local residents. Recently, the San M arcos S heriffs Department notified CSUSM of the constant complaints they receive regarding the intersection. Due to the overwhelming complaints f rom city residents, the s heriffs department plans to focus more attention on the intersection. The s heriffs department aims to enforce all vehicle codes, but more specifically, they plan to focus on violations of Vehicle Code 22526, also known as the Anti-Gridlock Law. The viola- tion costs approximately $150. University police are currently focusing on other aspects of t raffic inside CSUSM. If the s heriffs department requests assistance in patrolling the intersection, then university police will o ffer its support in the matter as well. Drivers violate the code when "they are sitting in a busy intersection and it is his/her t urn t o go through but they cannot make it all the way through the light and it t urns red. They are blocking the intersection," said Lieutenant Douglas Miller of the University Police Department. "It is pretty basic. You block the intersection and you get a ticket j ust like anywhere else. The problem is really that the t raffic is See Traffic, Page 2 Tijuana factory workers discuss globalization issues with CSUSM community Thinking Outside the [íunch]Box: Are you Passing? BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Monthly Program Continues its Multicultural Educational Forums Thursday, Feb. 21 —' The Center for Border and Regional A ffairs hosted a screening of the f ilm, 'Maquilapolis: City of Factories' followed by a discussion with filmmaker, Sergio D e L a Torre and promotoras, Hispanic community outreach workers, f rom Tijuana featured in the film. There are currently about 4,000 maquiladoras across the Mexican border. Eighty percent of the labor force in maquiladoras (factories) are women. Women are o ften preferred over men because they are "cheap, docile and have agile hands." The average maquiladora worker receives $11 p er day. "We are simply objects of labor," said a f actory worker in the film. To create the film, filmmakers collaborated with f actory workers in Tijuana, community organizations in Mexico and the United States to illustrate globalization through the eyes of the women at the center of t he industry. The film f ocuses on the devastating impacts of globalization on its f actory workers and the environment. Filmmakers provided the women with cameras and taught them how to shoot. For five years t he women documented their daily lives. The film concentrated on the abandoned f actories and toxic waste products dumped throughout the com- munity. " Tijuana is nobody's trashcan," exclaimed one f rustrated worker in the film. Although 'Maquilopolis' stresses the f act that globalization provides corporate f reedom to move around the world in pursuit of cheap labor and lenient environmental regulations, it also shows that workers can organize ways t o demand appropriate law enforcement successfully. In t he film, many of the women were fighting back against the companies they worked for. Carmen D uran and her coworkers filed suit against Sanyo Electric Company for their entitled severance pay when the company abandoned their f actory in Tijuana and moved to Indonesia. At t he end of t he film, their case settled and they received severance pays ranging f rom $1000-$2000. A fter the screening, CSUSM faculty member, Dr. Ranjeeta Basu, introduced De La Torre and three promotoras to a round of applause f rom the lecture hall. The featured guests were met with a multitude of questions stemming f rom the film. J )irec|or : Sergio De La Torre served a s translator for the promotoras. Many students placed blame on t he Mexican government for i ts lack of initiative on the issue and asked why certain laws were not in place to prevent businesses f rom contaminating t he environment. ''Enforcement in environmental regulations is lax. There are laws in place. Laws are not the probSee FACTORY, Page 2 Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Today, Tuesday Feb. 26, during University Hour, Multicultural Programs will host its first ' Thinking Outside the [lunch] Box forum in University Hall 10Q. The T hinking Outside the [lunch]Box series is a monthly forum facilitated by Cal State instructors and/or guests to have an open and safe discussion about that session's particular topic. This month's topic is: "Are you passing?" "Passing is a sociological concept which refers to members of a racial group being accepted by others of a different race," explains Jay Franklin, Coordinator of Multicultural Programs. Facilitating this event is Dr. Elise as well as Dr. Wilson of Cal State San Marcos, in conjunction with Lori Walkington, a graduate student of CSUSM. With a diverse group of educated and insightful facilitators with a willingness to learn, this event is sure to attract the attention of many students eager t o get involved, let their voices be heard, and make connections. "Statistics say that students who form relationships outside of classrooms are more likely t o graduate and continue on to grad. school and these venues provide opportunities to make connections and social support groups outside of the classroom," states Franklin. The forum coordinators are looking forward to engaging students and answering any questions or ideas that they may have. "It would be a good place to meet people that have different opinions about 'passing'. It's an avenue to discuss relevant contemporary issues and eat f ree food," said Kevin Chatham, a student Peer Educator at the Cross Cultural Center. Multicultural Programs encourages any student enticed by the promise of f ree food and the opportunity to discuss contemporary issues to attend the monthly event. �THE c i p r i d e • lllÉi ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ I ARTS ,:* & ^ £ DITÜR * TORIA $i*QRT$ From TRAFFIC, page 1 headed down one lane. Students need to pay attention" said Junior Business Major Scott Brankov. Miller offers several suggestions in reducing congestion for Cougars. He identifies 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., on Monday and Wednesday; and 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday and Thursday as peak traffic times. Miller f urther suggests that by increasing awareness of these times Cougars can arrive at alternate times to reduce the problems associated with peak traffic congestion. "Nobody parks in X, Y, or Z lot. Very few students park in upper or lower B lot. If people managed when they came onto campus and parked on B, X, Y, and Z lots then they would reduce a lot of traffic. They pass open spaces. If we can get people to show up on non-peak times and park in other spaces, it would greatly reduce t raffic," said Miller. The traffic lights installed last ; SAVEV BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer . BDITOR & nesses, offering thanks to firefighters for all of their help. A fter the containment of the fires, many organizations and foundations were set up to make it easy for those interested in donating to families that lost their homes. One non-profit organization called the "After-theFires Fund", allows the public to donate money online at j ust the click of a button. While some lives in Southern California are back to normal, there are still hundreds of fami- It has been four months since the h orrifying and destructive ^V COPY EDITOR - ' Southern California wildfires . TIFFANIE HOANG I occurred back in October 2007, BUSINESS MANAGER N ! obliterating at least fifteen hunSAUS R B R E E T TV JP JSNAIS dred homes and over hundreds of C mistinbYOHO thousands of acres. Residents in cities such as - * - ADVISOR - i Poway and Westwood are confOAN AMDIESON tinuing the rebuilding process. STAFF WRITERS Neighborhoods still display signs i A N C E CARXETTL outside their homes and busi. , EAi^iACAsnritm DAVID CHURCH TOM COCKING , EtMRT E$0U£&&A From FACTORY, page 1 suming too, we (factory workers) R ANDREW OARM lem—enforcement is," answered lose our jobs. If you're trying to IVAN GARCIA De La Torre. "The Mexican gov- help, don't stop buying our prod- 1 ROSS OCHTMANL ernment should be doing more for ucts." LEVI MARTINEZ their people and they aren't. Other BILL RHHM "Global capitalism is almost AMY SALISBURY countries have and while nothings invisible. How can you not buy a JONATHAN E. TM0MFSON perfect, they are taking better care computer or coffee? Honestly, I , JONATHAN THOMPSON of their workers. One way they are don't have an answer," added De / CARTOONISTS doing this is by placing a small tax La Torre. JENNY BIGPON0 on exports." One solution both De La Torre JOSH BROWN Another issue is the lack of and the promotoras agreed on All opinions and letters t o awareness within the indus- was for people to write letters and the editor, pyfe&hed in T he trial companies. Many business make phone calls for individual Pride, represent the opinions owners rarely visit their facto- factories. De La Torre explained of the author, and d o not necthat grassroot tactics are the most ries. essarily represent the v iem "A lot of managers have seen effective in these cases because of The Mde> or of California the movie and feel terrible," said each one has its own issue. State University iSan M a i t m De La Torre. "But the problem Lujan and the other promoUnsigned editorials represent is, they ignore the issues because toras held back tears when they the m ^ r i t y opinion of H ie they don't want to deal with received a standing ovation at the Wide editorial b oard end of the discussion. them." L etters to t he e ditor should "Even though there is hope "No hay sacrificio," said one include m a ddress, telephone j f rom the workers, people in promotora, regarding the lack of n umber, e -mail a nd identifipower don't care," added Lordes involvement from the Mexican cation. L etters m ay lie e dited Lujan through translation from government. There is no sacrif or g rammar a nd length, De La Torre. "If you stop con- fice. L etters s hould h e u nder 3 00 w ords a nd s ubmitted v ia electronic m att t o p ride@ ^ T IM MOORS -* v i ndividuai e ditors It is the policy of H ie Pride »oc t o priai anonymous letters. < ^ Display and classified advertising in H ie Pride should not j he construed a s the endorsement o r investigation of commereiai enterprises or v aitees. | T he Pride m mvmîhk right t o I reject any advertising« The Pride J r published weekly on Tuesdays during the academic^ year, Distribution includes all of CStISM v lights inside CSUSM have helped as well. "I feel the signals have helped the traffic on campus. It seems more controlled than before," said Junior Business Major Danielle Duncan. Ultimately, Cougars and city residents can benefit f rom stricter enforcement at the intersection. "If people are not blocking the intersection then traffic will flow much smoother for everyone," said Miller. Southern California wildfire update: four months later ENTEIOrAINMINT ONLINE MANAGER campus. ; semester aid in assisting traffic. "Redesign would only help so much. If so many people all arrive at the same time, then there is going to be traffic," said Miller. "Having those lights put up was supposed to relieve traffic, but they have also caused traffic problems. For instance, traffic going to the top parking lot. The school meant well but the school stop lights are only doing so much" said Junior Nursing Major Marc Fontanares. Some students feel the traffic ? Cat State Sm Marcos , J 333 a Twin Oaks Valle? $mé SmMmcm, CA mimmi' çtm) ¿ Htx: (760) 750-3345 ; -J Email; prideöcsusra,edu ,./ kiip://wwwjhecmsmpriäe.c0m. IHief^ads^CiSiism^éü111 Wpltt lies that have to deal with rebuilding their homes and coping with the loss of material possessions. Some organizations are doing their part to help out the children affected by the fires, providing them with school supplies, clothing, and other essential items for everyday living. Monetary items are not the only things that people are donating. The San Diego Fire Recovery Network (SDFRN) provides preventative safety information, with the belief that knowledge plays a huge role and should be shared with the people of Southern California. This organization believes that people can create a better living environment by learning how to prevent another horrific fire f rom occurring. SDFRN holds wildfire update meetings in order to inform the public about the current recovery process. The network also holds field trips that teach the community how to preserve the wildlife around them. Visit The Pride ONLINE Receive the emali edition M Student Polls Comment on stories taHMMi MÈÈÈÊM www.thecsusmpride.com . C a m ^ j a W f a nt? 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' ; K • v - 3 ' ^ IMPRINT O F WOMEN 2008 • FRONTIERS IN SCIENCE " ' | g 9 g g j l l | gg| ARTSLOBBY SEMINAR - Î S S i ' • P ^ Ê Ê Ê I m - 0 4 : 0 0 P M ' SCI2 208, SCI2 243 CAREER SERVICES CENTER PEACE ÇORP •'•h::'^^¿f^^Hilf^Óf^^p 07:00 P M HOBEY FORD ARTS'111 . ARTS240 ' {Emtê event wbmmmm to prkkt@cswm.Mlu ATTN: Catendar ofi-vente) �iPod shuffle now ¡Affordable Spotlight on the Cross Cultural Center model lets music lovers bring even more songs everywhere they go in the impossibly small iPod Shuffle," Tuesday, Feb. 19 - Apple said Joswiak. The 2GB version will announced a few notable changes be releases later this month. The announcement has gone over with the famed iPod shuffle - some changes that just might revive the well with most consumers, howlow capacity, screen-less MP3 ever a commenter on macworld. market. The most notable change com brings up a valid point about is the dropping of the 1GB shuffle's the 2GB version. "I think these price from $74.99 to $49. "At just upgrades for the shuffle are silly, $49, the iPod shuffle is the most especially for the 2GB version. Who affordable iPod ever," said Greg wants 500 songs (33 hours) that you Joswiak, Apple's vice president can only go forwards or backwards of Worldwide iPod Product Mar- or random?! The shuffle is starting keting, in a press release. Apple to creep out of its purpose." also announced a 2GB shuffle The recent changes bring Apple's that maintains the same design as product closer to the price range of the 1GB, for $69. "The new 2GB the second-rate MP3 players. One BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer We have all seen it, but have only spared a glance in its direction as we just continue on our merry way to Cougar Central or the University Store. It is that one lone room on the third floor of Craven Hall right across the hall from the plethora of murals. It is room 3400-A—better known as the Cross Cultural Center—a place that is warm and open to anyone looking for a multicultural and sociable experience. Jay Franklin, Coordinator of Multicultural Programs, describes it as, "A physical space to relax, with access to computers, printers, and a multicultural library to help them academically. It is also an area where you can critically discuss issues of multiculturalism and diversity." The Cross Cultural Center is an accepting environment with a multitude of different students who go there to relax, do homework, or simply take a break fj-om class to be with friends. Furthermore, with a courteous staff of Student Peer Educators whom have an extensive knowledge of the environment and a host of diversity programs, there is much to learn from them as well as C3's visitors. "I love being a part of the growing diversity on campus and giving other people the opportunity to interact with other cultures," says Auriel Dice, a Student Peer Educator in the C3. The academic and personal growth aspects of C3 are valuable to one's growth as a person, and what better way is there to learn, than to learn while having fun? With the combination of a set of large, red, and very comfortable couches as well as a giant 42" plasma ^screen, it is paradise for any student who wishes to relax while watching the news or Discovery Channel. Along with the connections that the visitors and staff of the C3's bring, the center is also conveniently connected with the Student Life & Leadership office (SLL), home to Orientation Team, Greek life, and 80+ other student organizations. "So many different people come in and just hang," says Kevin Chatham, Student Peer Educator of C3, "It's a friendly place with a lot of laughs and smiles." With its warm atmosphere, welcoming environment, and room to relax, learn, and grow, the Cross Cultural Center is a room on campus that should be visited regularly. In addition, having made a multitude of lifelong friendships in that office myself, it'd be hard to not find me in C3 regularly. .of the most similar 'cheap' alternatives is the COBY MP-C582 Clip MP3 Player. The MP-C582 is a 1GB player with all of the rudimentary functions of the iPod Shuffle, though marginally less attractive. The COBY player retails for as low as $25, but has received sub-par reviews relating to the aesthetics and dependability. One of thé more popular alternatives is the Creative Zen V. The Zen V 1GB player sports a $59.99 price tag and boasts a 1.5-inch color screen. The price tag along with fact that the device has a screen makes it one of the more desirable choices among the vast sea of lowcapacity MP3 players. Counseling services at SHCS free to students BY ANDREW GARAI Pride Staff Writer lems, or relationships" mixed in with the stress that comes with school can be too much for one SHCS, or what most students person to handle. According to the know as: the health place across SHCS website, "Our goal is to prothe street, stands for Student Health vide a supportive, confidential setand Counseling Services. Many ting in which these concerns can students here at CSUSM have uti- be addressed." Counseling is availlized the medical services offered able to all students at no charge, at SHCS, but most have not taken other than the initial health fees advantage of the counseling ser- paid before the semester. vices available. "I've never heard If you fall under any of the fields anything about the counseling ser- above, why not step outside of your vices available to us at SHCS. I've comfort zone and visit SHCS? It been there to get some shots taken could not only help you out with care of, but that's it" said Mini personal issues, but it could ultiContreras. mately help you with academic With student health fees totaling success. "With school comes a lot $90 per semester, most Cougars of academic related stress. After are using only half of the services hearing about the psychological available to them. Sometimes per- services provided, I might consonal prcfblems such as "anxiety, sider paying SHCS a visit to help depression, loss, financial prob- me out with the stress" said student Tramon Jackson. "Students may be seen for up to eight sessions per academic year, including the Counseling Assessment session. Sessions are usually held weekly and are 50 minutes in length. Groups may be longerterm, and are usually 90 minutes in length," according to the SHCS's website. There are also programs available to students offered at SHCS, to promote being and staying healthy including: workshops, guest lectures, an internship program and more. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the combination of school and personal conflicts, don't be afraid to schedule an appointment via phone or website. For more information, please visit: www.csusm. edu/shcs or http://csusmhealth. wordpress.com/about Caffeine Craze: Who's drinking what and where to get it BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer eyes open just to appear to be dent should expect to pay no more awake? There are a few different than this when looking for that locations on campus where energy extra boost in his or her day. When living the life of a col- drinks are available for purchase. Other places on campus where lege student, adequate rest seems Probably the most popular choice energy drinks are made available hard to come by. With the aver- is the Cougar Corner Convenience to students include the Campus age student attempting to balance Store located in the Dome. Coffee Cart, located not too far time spent in class, at work, doing Understanding the demand, the away from Cougar Corner but in homework, preparing for exams, store supplies its customers with a convenient outside location. The and still maintaining a social life— a wide variety of brands and fla- privately owned business is also a little pick me up is needed more vors including but not limited to compliant with college students' often than not. Monster (including Java), Rock- need for a caffeine buzz in the Since the energy drink craze star, Amp, and of course the clas- middle of the day. Campus Coffee began a number of years ago, stu- sic Red Bull. According to store offers a similar assortment with dents know where to go to get that manager, Melanie Niedens, the comparable prices. There are also extra boost in their day. Instant most popular among students is a number of vending machines one energy is becoming as much a Monster M-80. "Friday morning, can find scattered around campus, part of campus lifestyle today as my first three sales were monster where you may be able to get your protesting was in the 60s. M-80s" said Niedens. Cougar fix. Rockstars for instance, can So where can a student go when Corner offers an M-80 for $2.81 be found in nearly all Coco-Cola they find they need to prop their (not including sales tax). A stu- vending machines for a quick pur- chase. So what does it mean to the college student to have instant energy at their fingertips? Melanie Niedens would say that energy drinks "play a huge role on campus". At any point during the day, a student is able to quickly make up for those few hours of sleep they missed by popping open a Monster. But does a highly caffeinated, artificiallyflavoredbeverage really fill the void? Its hard to tell at this point, since the long term effects of the energy drink craze has not yet been fully observed. It is important though, to understand the healthy alternatives that are made available to students on campus at CSUSM. When asked about a healthy alternative, Nie- dens (Cougar Store manager) suggested "Yerba Mate" which is an organic, naturally caffeinated tea reminiscent of a green tea flavor. Yerba Mate has just recently been made available for purchase in the Cougar Corner. Another alternative to gain just a bit of energy and or focus is Vitamin Water. Also according to Niedens, "Vitamin water is our number one seller". This reassuring fact proves that most students are still choosing the healthy alternative to give them that extra pick up. It would not be a surprise, however, to see the way energy drinks are advertised and distributed on college campuses nationwide for years to come. Some of the more popular energy drinks and other caffinated beverages CLASSIFIEDS H ookah L ounge P ool T ables ; Games G reat F ood O ver 5 0 H ookah F lavor's M onday Night P ool T ournament : Dally L unch a nd D inner S pecials H appy H our 4 :00-6:00 P . M 1 220 E M ission, S an M arcos l l u t i M y e u t i t i l y Cot : Camp Summer Jobs * Magdalena Ecke Family YMC h hiring life guards, camp c ounsete and mnprnât ^ leadm, Check ont mr website at ecfc.ymca,org Bqg Ownership Focus Group ; 4 49. B y g o n e i s w e l m m . if you would Uke to put ina dms^ké, cernaci mr advertising department m pMej^^susm.txfa �Trestles: surf sanctuary safe f or n ow BY ELBERT E SGUERRA Pride Staff Writer An elderly statesman reminisced about how he spent his youth long ago at San Onofre State Beach. His worn blue eyes, grey hair and grizzled voice emitted a sense of familiarity that could send you back in time f ifty years ago. In those days, families would load up their vans with tents and surfboards and take a weekend drive to relax and enjoy unscathed vistas of the 3.5 miles of cool ocean breeze and sandy shores. It's one of the benefits living there in this area - being able to enjoy a great number of outdoor activities like running and hiking trails or simply watching surfers and wildlife as they crash up and down waves. As he continued speaking, he would go on to mention how much of a blessing the land is as well as the entire state park system of California, like this one in San Onofre. It would be a shame that if many years from now, asphalt highways obliterated the natural settings only to save commuters countless hours stuck in traffic each year. Though softly spoken, his words resonated with the importance of maintaining this natural reserve and how simply laying pavement over them cannot solve problems. Some things are better left in nature's hands and simply be left untouched by the hordes of politicians and developers. The name of this man, for those curious, was Clint East- wood. As the epitome of the California surf culture, beachgoers and surfers always speak with high regard about the pristine qualities of San Onofre State Beach ~ particularly the area known as Trestles Beach. It houses numerous breaks that range from beginner sets, to some of the finer breaks here on the west coast. These wetlands that are situated right on the Oceanside and San Clemente border maintains an environmentally-friendly surrounding, untouched by land developers, and one of the few of its kind that exists along the California coastline. Even though this state paik is the fifth-most visited amongst the 278 state parks in California—frequented by surfers and swimmers alike for its famous surf spots—it doesn't just cater to them. People come in their campers and trailers looking to admire a beautiful sunset along a spot on the beach. Trestles Beach is also a natural reserve that serves as home to numerous flora and fauna. Inaccessible by vehicles, thrill seekers usually park their cars off the side of a road and trek through a long, winding trail from either the upper or the lower ends of the state park to find this hidden gem of a surf spot. For local Marines stationed in nearby Camp Pendleton, the area serves as a getaway from their dayto-day functions throughout the week, providing a little rest and relaxation. For them, Trestles is an introduction t o the Pacific surf culture, and for some, it's the first beach they've ever seen. Perhaps it is for this reason alone that makes Trestles widely adored within the surfing community; earning its name as the Yosemite of Surfing. Annually, the area is host to world-class competitions hosted by the Association of Surfing Professionals, such as last year's Boost Mobile Pro, and events by the National Scholastic Surfing Association. Yet, for all of its prestige, Trestles has seen its share of lingering and potential issues that threaten its serene shores. The last several years have had locals galvanizing a debate over the latest issue that involves expanding a proposed toll road (an extension to State Route 241). The extension would connect Orange County and San Diego with the construction ofa six-lane highway, and it is estimated to cost somewhere around $875 million dollars to fund and help alleviate some of the traffic nightmares on Interstate 5. The main goal is to cut down gridlock for commuters who cross the borders into San Diego County daily In January, Gov. Schwarzenegger and a handful of other officials threw their support behind the proposed project and generated even more intense interest over the possible solutions, if any. A 16-mile expansion would cut right through the state park and end right before hitting Trestles. Environmentalists and activists groups SPRINTER March 9,2008 argued that a highway of such magnitude would endanger wildlife and eliminate miles ofhiking and biking trails, reduce campground areas and increase the amount of polluted runoff into the park's watershed, not to mention the loss of a world-class surf spot. This is the first proposed project of its kind to have a highway run through any state park. Anytime commuters hear of a proposed solution to end gridlock, they generally jump on the opportunity to listen. Today, roughly 125,000 vehicles pass through the area each day. According to a study done by the Transportation Corridor Agencies based out of Irvine, an estimated trip down the Interstate 5 corridor could take almost an hour to get through by the year 2025. Earlier this month in Del Mar, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) held a hearing and listened to the implications and concerns of the expansion's opponents. The crowd of more than 3,000 supporters provided testimonies and after 12 hours of deliberation, the CCC voted 8-2 against any proposed highway through San Onofre State Park thunderous cheers of approval followed the decision. The majority of the supportersrepresentedthe "Save Trestles" campaign, which for years battled against such an expansion. The Commission concluded that aspects of the project simply failed to meet with California coastal regulations, and is simply inconceivable. Mainly, the reason for this ruling by the panel was due to inconsistencies the project had with the law, raising concerns for both the region and social responsibility. Peter Douglas, the executive director of the CCC, said, "This toll road raises fundamental questions about what kind of environmental and social future we want for our coastal communities, our families, our children and theirs." Though the locals won this battle, the war is still farfromover-Orange county lobbyists have not conceded defeat over this loss. The proponents of the state route expansion intend to appeal to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to overrule the Commission's ruling. According to Thomas Margro, the Foothill/Eastern Corridor Transportation Chief Executive Officer, "This project is the best option for relieving traffic congestion with the least amount of impact on communities and the environment." Still, the debate remains strong whether a highway through a state beach like the one threatening Trestles Beach is the best solution. Opponents to the highway expansion suggested studies that involve expanding Interstate 5 using innovative designs that would accommodate traffic. Through the debate though, one thing remains clear: Trestles Beach is a California icon. If you've only been fortunate enough to drive through the area, you 'are missing out on something truly breathtakingr ../ kmtmmm 6 A U T S H O O M N 6M» R D A E C O L F A AE E LEARN ABOUT EARNING YOUR M BA AT T HE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE A . GARY ANDERSON GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT MBA INFORMATION MEETINGS: WEDNESDAY, M A R C H 5 TUESDAY* A P R I L 8 5 :30PM-7:00FM smmmmPM LOCATION: ANDERSON HALL LOBBY- U C RIVERSIDE CAMPUS REFRESHMENTS WILL B P O I E . E R VD D Leave the Sprinting to us. 1 North County * new SPRINTER light rail train has arrived. 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Not taking the stairs: The first floor elevator of Craven that brings you up t o the main level of campus. Other great elevators | are the University Hall elevators and Academic Hail elevators P arking w ithout a p ermit: Park in t he r ound- about and leave a note on your car with your phone number begging t o not receive a ticket. Catching a nap: 5th floor of Kellogg Library. With the cozy f ireplace and no one around, this is the perfect place t o catch up on all those missed Full b athroom privacy: First floor bathroom of Science Hall 2. ZZZ 3 * Study g roup m eeting: Library conference rooms. Pride Investigates: Top 5 dirtiest places on campus BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer According to the Center for Disease Control, the 2007-2008 Flu Season is one of the worst on record. Some U.S. health officials believe the severity is due to an ineffectivefluVaccine while others say the influenza strain's increasing antiviral resistance is to blame. Either way, bacteria and viruses are virtually inescapable. Avoidance combined with prevention seems to be the best way to steer clear of infection. But what to evade? The following list draws from numerous medical studies and professional opinions to try to shed light on what are most likely the grimiest places on our campus. 1. Drinking Fountains More like a rather large Petri dish. Robert Donofrio, PhD, director of microbiology for NSF International, found as many as 2.7 million bacteria on any given square inch of a public water spigot (compared to a measly 49 on a public toilet seat) through an independent study conducted in 2005. The reason for the incredible amount of bacteria is because the faucet is always wet, creating one marvelous environment for E. coli, staphylococcus, and a whole host of other tummy-turning microorganisms. If you must, run the water for about 15 seconds before taking a sip as a way of clearing a portion of the existing bacteria. 2. Classrooms That'sright.Those things you're stuck in all day. University of Arizona researchers found that classroom desks have 20 times the amount of bacteria as you would find on an ordinary workplace desk; 7 times that of a doctor's office. "Desks are really bacteria cafeterias," says Charles Gerba, microbiologist. A classroom desk has the capacity to support 10 million microorganisms at any given time. What's more, the desk you're at can keep a cold orflubug viable for 72 hours, long enough to transfer them to several people. Antibacterial wipes can offer much appreciated peace of mind; they do kill 99% of surface germs. 3. Restroom Doors Think about it. Every single person going in or out of the bathroom has to touch the same place. As said by the American Society of Microbiologists, approximately 68% of people actually wash their hands before leaving the restroom. So, that means that nearly one third of people have the ability to transfer the urine and fecal matter from several people to the restroom door, giving everyone the opportunity to share in the excitement. Lovely. Rule of thumb: say your ABCs while you wash your hands as a good 20 seconds will cleanse thoroughly. 4. Stair Handrails It's no secret that CSUSM has Considering a Career In Physical Therapy? You are cordially invited to attend a reception to learn more about the University of S t Augustine and its Physical Therapy resident and part-time distance learning programs in San Diego, California. If you have or are completing a bachelor's degree and want to pursue a career in physical therapy, come learn about the options at one of the information sessions below. 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When it comes to a surface as common as stair railing, all I can say is this: just don't touch. 5. Vending Machines Essentially, outdoor things with buttons on them are ghastly. If you buy your parking permits by the day, that keypad you touch can have 3,295 bacteria per square inch. Maybe you've decided to bypass the drinking fountain for bottled water. A vast improvement, yes, but the array of germs on the outside of the machine could trans- fer from the button, to your hand, to the bottle top, right on into your mouth. Not only that, but paper money is one of the dirtiest things you can handle. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers come in quite handy in these situations, but be careful as overuse can cause your immune system to weaken. As simple as it may seem, proper hand washing technique is truly your best defense against infection. If the faucet isn't automatic, use a paper towel to turn it on. The soap you use doesn't need to be antibacterial, but you must lather well, being sure not to ignore your wrists or forget about your fingernails. After about 20 seconds rinse thoroughly, and choose a paper towel over an air dryer, as it can blow bacteria all over your freshly washed hands. Don't rely on the alcohol-based hand sanitizers either; there's no substitute for soap and water. �gramming language. Roughly 250,000 to 300,000 people log onto the website each day, with the membership base growing about 7.5% each BY TORIA SAVE¥ month. Of course* before you sign up to Pride Staff Writer , v.., find t m^ lQVQ,4here a few things you should know, ' Hentyoffish.com looks like some kind First of all, if there at 300,000 people of Seam website — the kind you would get signing on every day, 270,000 of them to if you clicked an em^il offering " Vl@ • have ljed about something. A study by GR@ FROM TJ!M1." 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Finally, that competition ended last Before last week's events, Blu-ray discs week as Toshiba announced they would have been outselling HD-DVD discs by sevdrop production on their HD-DVD players. enty-five percent. The Japan-based manufacturer was the last Signs of imminent doom already existed remaining major name to put production prior to last week's announcements. Warner behind HD-DVD. Bros. Studios threw in their support excluWith this recent decision, it unofficially sively to Blu-ray in January who previously declares Sony's Blu-ray format as the winner was releasing movies on both formats. Netof the next generation optical disc format flix and Blockbuster made decision to rent out high definition movies only on Blu-ray. wars. Added blows came on as Universal Stu- Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer, and dios quickly announced they would drop Best Buy also decided to dump HD-DVD the format as well. Only Paramount, the last over Blu-ray as well. Just this past weekend, Microsoft Corp. major studio that exclusively produced their movies on HD-DVD, remained a supporter said they were pulling the plug on HD-DVD until they announced on Thursday they players for the Xbox 360 conceding to would be making the jump over to Blu-ray Sony's Blu-ray. However, the decision is not as well. "Transformers" and the "Mission: expected to impact their video game market Impossible" series are among the top-selling and will continue to provide support to titles produced by Paramount and found only owners. The indecision over which is the better on HD-DVD. With these moves, all six of the major format has ripped consumers in half, leavmovie studios are now Blu-ray exclusive. ing them to determine which high-definition Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students format is more suitable for them. The cheapest HD-DVD player at retail stores is listed at $99.99 with 7 movies provided for free while the cheapest Blu-ray player also happens to be Sony's Playstation 3 which retails at $399.99 and comes with "Spider-man 3." Even with all these moves that favor Bluray, victory may be short-lived, according to industry experts. Blu-ray discs are not cheap averaging approximately $30. Consumers also have an added assortment of options these days to digitally download or rent from Netflix, Amazon, or on Apple TV. Some believe that the format is still excessively expensive and that it may head the way of the vinyl, minidisc and laserdisc. versityVoice Do you feel that the univerity does its job i n providing a quality campus l ife to its students? senséjoi Garrett Marshall ^ ^pfeftse iKere ^re always event going on during WhtM^Mahon Aspiring to obtain doctorate California Pre-Doctoral Program Application Due: March 21, 2008 • • • fully-funded summer internship $3K scholarship for symposiums, college visits, application/test fee waivers and more CSU Faculty Sponsorship required For information and applications: Cal State San Marcos • Faculty Center Kellogg Library 2 400 ( 760) 750-4019 • facctr@csusm.edu http://www.csusm.edu/fc/loans.htm fee open lato, UCSD stays ErikEldridge Senior. ~ : H Do you Zzare a question you wouîê'-î^lÊëÊs^^^m Submit it to The Pride by emaiting it to pride@csusm.edu attention University Voic& Photos by Alex Hand/The Pride �WEEK IN REVIEW: Cougar Baseball Goes 1 - 1 Softball finishes SoCal Smash 3-1 dais would also strike out four and pick up his first win of the season, leading the Cougars to a 11-3 victory to make their record (6-7). Trying to improve their record to .500, the Cougars lost in a shootout to #13-ranked California Baptist University. Cal Baptist started off the game strong with a five run 1st inning. RF Eddie Quevedo, who gave nightmares to Cougar pitching, doubled to left center to knock in three runs to put Cal Baptist up 5-0. Both starting pitchers, Jared Suwyn and Joe Martinez, could not last 5 innings giving up seven and five runs respectively. The relief pitchers of both teams did not fair much better. By the top of the 6th inning, the Cougars kept chipping away at Cal Baptist's lead and would finally tie the score at 8. Thanks to an error by CF Robert Lundy the Cougars would get two unearned runs in a three r un inning. Cougars pitching just could not stop the offense of Cal Baptist giving up five runs in the final two innings to lose 15-11. P Grant Harrell would pick up his second loss of the season giving three runs on four hits in just one inning of work. The Cougars' record now stands at (6-8). BY LANCE CATELLI Pride Staff Writer schedule that featured four games will now be tentatively moved to Saturday with bracket play being scratched," appeared in a CSUSM Softball competed in the "SoCal press release issued by Cal Baptist. Play resumed on Saturday, with the CouSmash" Tournament this past week, hosted by California Baptist University in River- gars taking on the Hawks of Oakland's Holy side, Ca. The Cougars entered the tourna- Names University. The Cougars jumped out ment with a record of 7-4, and exited, after to an early lead, scoring one run in the top of the second inning. The Cougars scored winning three of four, with a 10-5 record. The Cougars took on Southern Oregon on the bulk of their runs in the top of the fifth Thursday in game one, winning the contest inning, with four. After an insurance run convincingly, by a score of 8-1. The Cougars in the top of the seventh inning, the Coujumped out to an early seven-run lead after gars completed the shutout, winning 6-0 two innings, scoring one more in the bottom on nine hits, and a spectacular joint effort of the sixth to seal up an important game to at pitcher. Freshmen, Chanel Rose started the game and allowed four hits, striking out kick off the tournament. In game two on Thursday, the Cougars one. Freshman, Breanna Sandberg came in faced the host school, Cal Baptist. Cal Bap- for relief and pitched three hitless innings tist is ranked #2 in the nation in the NAIA striking out six of the 12 batters she faced. CSUSM concluded play Saturday afterpreseason top-25. The next set of rankings are set to be released on March 19. Cal Bap- noon with another win over Southern tist's defense would hold the Cougars score- Oregon. The Cougars started things off with less in game two, on the back of pitcher, a four-run first inning, and never looked Amy Thomas, who allowed only four hits back, winning the game 8-2. en route to Cal Baptist's 5-0 win. Cal BapThe Cougars record on the season is now tist is currently 15-1 on the season. CSUSM 10-5 and 2-0 in conference. With 29 games and Cal Baptist face off one more time this left on the 2008 schedule, their win total has season - April 19, at home. already matched that of the 2007 season. Day two of the festivities was scheduled The Cougars will face the Point Loma Sea for Friday, but was postponed due to the Lions today in a make-up game from the rainfall that waterlogged much of South- February 14 rain out. ern California over the weekend. "Friday's BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer A fter ending their week with a doubleheader win against Patten University, Cougar baseball kept it rolling Monday, to complete a three game sweep against Patten. The Cougars started off strong with a leadoff double by CF Jason Hinton, who would later score on a sacrificeflyby LF Austin Way. Patten University scored two runs on a two-out rally in the top of the 2nd. Two walks and a hit given up by SP Sean Landais lead to a two-RBI single up the middle by SS Brett Korporaal. In the bottom of the 2nd, the Cougars picked up two more runs on solo home runs to take the lead 3-2, by l b Morgan Wynne and two-out home run by SS Johnny Omahen. In the bottom of the 4th, the Cougars would blow the game open and never look back. A fter scoring one run off an RBI single by 2b/LF Ricardo Moran, RF Terry Moritz would get his only hit of the game, which turned out to be the defining moment of contest with a grand slam to left field, giving the Cougars an 8-2 lead. SP Landais would give up just three hits in five innings and only surrendered the two runs in the top of the 2nd. 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SUNDAY Men's Golf % Point Loma Invitational �UFC 82: Silva vs Henderson Two of mixed martial arts elite middleweights square off for title BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer The best fight of 2008 could come as early as March 2 as Anderson "The Spider5' Silva and Dan "Hollywood" Henderson face off for the UFC middleweight title at UFC 82: Pride of a Champion. Silva, who sits atop the summit of the world's best pound-for-pound fighters, seeks to defend his belt from Henderson, who holds the equivalent welterweight belt from the now defunct Pride promotion (Pride welterweight and UFC middleweight are equivalent divisions). "The Spider" entered the UFC in 2006 and has dominated the middleweight division with his devastating stand up game. A product of the famed Brazilian "Chute Box" team, Silva is an expert in Muay Thai and also received his black belt in Brazilian Jui-Jitsu from Pride legend, Antonio "Minotauro" Noguiera. On Oct. 14,2006, Silva defeated Rich Franklin at UFC 64 for the middleweight belt, knocking out the champion halfway into the first round. Since then, Silva has reined mercilessly over the division, successfully defending his title against Travis Lutter, Nathan Marquadt, and Rich Franklin in his most recent fight, a rematch. Prior to his current UFC reign, Silva held the Cage Rage middle- weight title from 2004 to 2006. If there is only one middleweight contender in the world that can beat Anderson Silva, it is Dan Henderson. An Olympic caliber Greco-Roman wrestler, Henderson has consistently proven himself to be a top-tier fighter in both the 185 lb. and 205 lb. divisions. From 2000 to 2007, Henderson fought against countless elite fighters in Pride, where he eventually won and simultaneously held the welterweight (185 lb.) and middleweight (205 lb.) titles. Most recently, Henderson lost a hard fought, five round battle for the UFC light heavyweight title against Quinton "Rampage" Jackson. Prior to that fight, Henderson knocked out Wanderlei "The Axe Murderer" Silva, one of the most ruthless fighters in the history of MM A. The Fight: Silva can expect a f ull five round war and should pace himself accordingly. Although one of Silva's greatest strengths is his Muay Thai clinch, he should really avoid allowing Henderson to close the distance. The best place for Silva to win this fight will be standing up, delivering strikes from the outside and slowly working Henderson down. As precise a striker as Silva may be, Henderson's Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride granite chin will make it difficult for Silva to knock him out. Silva needs to capitalize on any mistakes and put together combinations if he expects to knock out Henderson. Although Henderson has never shied^ away from the stand-up game, he needs to keep in mind that Silva is one of the deadliest strikers in the business. Should he stand with Silva, Henderson should keep him in close prox- imity, where Silva's kicks, knees, and jabs are much less effective. Henderson will also find it much easier to deliver his devastating hooks when Silva is trying to separate. Henderson's GrecoRoman clinch will be his greatest source of control in the fight and his greatest defense against Silva's powerful knee strikes. Taking the fight to the ground where Silva is not as effective in dealing damage should be a key part of Henderson's strategy. Silva has not had to defend his title into the late fourth and fifth rounds, which is where Henderson should look to finish the fight. Prediction; Dan Henderson wins the middleweight title by way of knockout late in the fourth round. Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride Dan Henderson owns Team Quest MMA Fitness Center in Murrieta, where he trains with fighters like UFC lightheavyweight Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou (shown above) �Church's Influence on Sports BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer I have tried to stay away from the steroid issue in baseball this spring, but the NBA trade deadline wasn't as thrilling as I hoped, but I was happy to see Ben Wallace go to the Cleveland Cavilers and give King James some support. But this week I want to talk about two great players who found a way to cheat the system and maybe the legal system. Both Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds have put up unbelievable numbers over the years in the pros, but those numbers appeared to be tampered. Bonds, the single season and career homerun leader in Major League Baseball, may have found a way to cheat the legal system like he has cheated baseball all these years. Bonds' legal team has found typos in the filing by prosecutors. Now Bonds may have found his scapegoat in perjury . and obstruction of justice charges. A typo in notes stating that Bonds failed a drug test in 2001 was the mistake, when the player called "Barry B." failed a drug test in 2000 in the BALCO reports. Here is my issue. Bonds you cheated, you got caught, now face the wrath. I understand that you deserve a fair trial and that you College Lif© BY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer Every high school student dreams of graduating senior year and heading off to a new life in college, f ull of partying, meeting new people, getting a higher education, and of course no parents. Some schools have the reputation of being party schools; others have the reputation of being strictly education only. To be honest I didn't hear much about Cal State San Marcos other than that it was really new and I could get a good education. I moved down here from South Lake Tahoe, which is a real small town, especially compared to Southern California; so needless to say, it was a bit of a culture shock. My sister went to SDSU and it definitely had a great social atmosphere. When I moved here, I didn't get the same feeling; the city of San Marcos was no college town, to say the least. The longer I live here the more I notice that San Marcos is having trouble accepting that it is becoming a college town. I had heard that when San Marcos was first developing, it was a retirement community and now the older population is slowly being replaced by much younger families and college students. With all the rules and laws it looks like the transition from retirement community to college town is going to be a rough one. It seems as though the City of San Marcos is trying its best to make sure this town isn't "overrun" by college students, which is start- ing to really get to me. Anyone who lives in San Marcos or goes to this school knows that every year it is growing and bringing youth with it. Many like me whose home is too far to obviously live there and still attend CSUSM. So then arises the question: where do we live? There are the dorms which can only house so many, but other than that college students have to live off campus in residential areas f ull of families, which is you ask me is terrifying to any adult. So we move into houses and apartments and within the month—especially where my roommates and I live—there are already complaints. We party too much, we're up too late, there are too many cars parked outside, we're too loud, it goes on an on. The question is how do we solve this problem? I don't enjoy annoying the neighbors or making them mad, no one should, but we have no options but to live where we can, which happens to be next to families and older people. With many of the housing restrictions, it is hard to find places where you and a few roommates can live without bothering any neighbors. I feel that many adults see college students a's a problem, and yes, socially we can be at times, but we bring change. Whether it is a good change is hard to say right now, but this city will never know unless they give it a Chance. All I ask is that we are accepted with open arms and that this city can find a way to balance both its old ways and its new. A T ale Of TWO T ales want to be charged for a lesser Crime. But you lied under oath about taking steroids and you deserve to be punished for that. Face the facts, your defense might of caught a break in arguing for a fair trial, but it's to give up. You fought the law and the law is about to win. And stars and athletes can tell you about this decade; it is not paying to break the law. As for Clemens, give up the act. At first I didn't want to voice an opinion against you. But there is evidence and testimony that state that you were lying under oath and you deserve to go under to be in the same seat as Bonds. But now there is a photo of Clemens at the Jose Canseco party in 1998 that he wasn't at according to his testimony. Not just that, there is also testimony by his former friend and trainer Brian McNamee that Clemens approached him shortly afterwards about using steroids. Just looking at the 2000 season of Clemens should be evidence enough that he was using steroids. Early in the season he hit Mike Piazza in the head with a fastball. Then he knocked down Alex Rodriguez and argued about it afterwards. Then in the World Series, Piazza breaks his bat and Clemens throws it in Piazzas general direction clearing the benches as Piazza and Clemens exchanged finger pointing and words. All I am getting at is a clear history of a lack of anger management which is one of many side effects to using the juice. Clemens used it at some point in his life, if not for most of his later career. Now it is^pnly a matter of time before we have a new perjury and obstruction ofjustice case against Clemens. This makes Bonds and Clemens on the same boat of trying to cheat the system, being caught and more than likely failing to get into Cooperstown. Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@csusm. edu or pride@csusm.edu. 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However, this year there were went to 'The Counterfeiters,' from Ausno shocking moments and the best were tria. Finally, the works of those who make recognized. Jon Stewart did an impressive documentaries are not being ignored. The job as host for the second time, and I think award for Best Short Documentary went to he should continue this position annually 'Freeheld' and 'Taxi to the Dark Side' won if possible. The frontrunner, 'No Country for Best Feature Length Documentary. for Old Men', stole the show, but here is a The biggest robbery of the night haplook at the winners: pened in the field of cinematography. The The first award given out was for cos- prize went to Robert Elswit for his shoottume design, which is one of the technical ing of 'There Will Be Blood,' though I aspects of a film that often goes unrecog- strongly believe this should have gone nized. Alexandra Byrne, designer for 'Eliz- to Roger Deakins. His work on 'The abeth: The Golden Age' took the prize and Assassination of Jesse James by the rightly so. The artistry put into her work Coward Robert Ford,' especially in the was evident. Several awards, like this one, train robbery sequence, and the stunthe Academy gives to people whose work ning shots of action and wide-open behind the camera often goes unrecog- Texas in 'No Country for Old Men' is nized. Didler Lavergne and Jan Archibald astounding. Elswit's work was fine, but took home the award for Achievement in Deakins's shots were flawless and aweMakeup for their work in 'La Mome' and inspiring in both films. the foursome of men behind the visual In the fields of music and writing, effects in "The Golden Compass" were the Academy correctly doled out the top in this field for the year. 'Sweeny Todd: awards. Despite having three entries, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street' took its 'Enchanted' lost to the song 'Falling only award in the field of art design. The Slowly' from the film 'Once.' This is works of these dedicated people make the similar to last year when the tune from movie-viewers' enjoyment possible. 'An Inconvenient Truth' bested the three 'The Bourne Ultimatum' was the year's nominated songs from 'Dreamgirls.' As best action picture and won certain awards a side note, the performances of the five accordingly. The crew behind the third nominated songs were the lengthiest and installment of the Jason Bourne story won most dry moments of the show. On the Best Achievement in Sound, Editing, and other hand, 'Atonement' rightly picked Sound Editing. Though that may seem a up the award for Best Score. Sadly, its little funny, these three aspects added to biggest competition, 'Sunshine,' was not even nominated. 'Juno' received its the intensity of this awesome film. Several awards seem to have lost their solo Oscar for Best Original Screenplay, meaning to most viewers, but remain though it was the big winner at the Indeimportant to those in the field. These pendent Spirit Awards. 'No Country for • CD RELEASES R&B/soui IN^MBr^àliHi ' BHYmnmrn * - r i Tuesday, Feb 26 s ia step àsther w fì *New Are&ykak* In her m release s t o 2003,8adu j [ flute. i CHEISln^^ x' 1 Unbreakable / wcmumnmmœ \ isss^omMmm • nd polished axecutgj } from "The m m of H &tm, m & m ? M y m m ^m.nmmmi !*€MP tMpiim : J NT C S M Ä EM KÖ ¡ ¡ | | | l | | | | i ¡ I i ! ü | 1 l l l i l i l ¡1 m wmß i HS COUNTRY . m > -tmmtäm IR® stette City wraù - * Backwoods Barbie miirmmm JHHHMHHP Old Men' won for Best Screenplay based on material previously published because the Coen Brothers took such delicate care in presenting Cormac McCarthy's story. In the field of actors, I was only halfright. I did not expect Marion Cotillard and Tilda Swinton to win Best Actress for Lead and Supporting Roles, respectively. However, I was right to presume who would win for the men, though it was no contest this year. Daniel Day-Lewis is blistering as a lunatic in 'There Will Be Blood' and rightly takes his second Best Lead Actor. In addition, Javier Bardem's performance in 'No Country' is the best this year. He became the first Spaniard to win an Oscar for acting as he earned Best Supporting Actor. Though the Academy robbed 'Ratatouille' of a Best Picture nomination, the Disney/Pixar movie easily won for Best Animated Film. However, it really did not matter. 'No Country' was the guaranteed winner for Best Picture, and did just that. This, the finest work of Joel and Ethan Coen, also won them the Oscar for Best Director. Though there was little surprise in the ceremony, it was f un to watch. It was also great reminder of movies I still need to see. I hope that those who won or just received nominations continue to bring quality entertainment. Saturday night with Levi Levi goes 'Across the Universe1 BY LEVI MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer Do you ever find yourself scanning the video aisles searching for a movie to satisfy your needs; well, the wait is over. In this column you will find my weekly recommendations on demand, satisfying your every movie desire and much more. "Across the Universe" is a movie that takes the era-defining music of The Beatles and portrays a story of love, passion, and chaos in the form of a musical. Now rather than describe the film chapter by chapter, I will go as far as to say that this film brings classic music to a new age, allowing both admirers from the past to indulge and sing-along while captivating new ones from the present. The main character, Jude, a young adult from Liverpool, travels "across the universe" in search of answers, running into situations and people that change him dramatically. The film utilizes music to define an era of war and radical change in society, but most importantly, it helps illustrate the importance of love and cherishing those special bonds of friendship. The film covers the life of a soldier, musician, artist and revolutionary. The music of The Beatles changed the face of the earth. By creating such a drastic change in people and society, The Beatles did what other bands had never done before. Hopefully this film entices you adequately enough to rent it. It's a must watch and more importantly, you don't want to feel left out at dinner conversations. Improving 'Oscar' nificance that viewers may not understand. Also worth noting is the lack of recognition that is given to foreign films. Each year, some of the best movies go unrecogImproving Oscar The Oscars have come and gone and nized at the Oscars because they are made already actors, directors, and film stu- in other countries and languages. Recently, dios are working hard to bring us the next many films, such as the Korean mastermasterpiece. The Academy Awards are an piece 'Oldboy', were not nominated, which incredible ceremony in which celebrities is incomprehensible because of the quality and filmmakers take part in a week-long of the film. When foreign films are nomicelebration of the past year's movies, cul- nated it is not for 'Best Picture,' such as the minating in recognition of the best work. Portuguese film 'City of God' or the French Yet, under the surface, I see flaws in this film 'Amélie.' The cinematic works of other procedure. Thus, I have a few suggestions nations should not be ignored. Finally, F think there should be a failsafe to make the awards better: First, separating men and women in most system for the Oscars to give out awards occupations is a criminal offence. Yet, it is retroactively. The legacy of some films is okay for the Oscars to separate awards for not recognized for several years. The greatthe two sexes. In my opinion, it would be est example comes from 1941, when 'How more exciting if the Academy consolidated Green Was My Valley' won over 'Citithe Best Male and Female Actor awards zen Kane.' Now regarded by the Ameriinto one award for the best performance of can Film Institute to be the best movie of the year. If there is no award for best male all time, 'Citizen Kane' shows an example and female director, cinematographer, or of how the Academy Awards can fail. In editor, there should not be a gender split 2005, 'Crash' won 'Best Picture', when in my opinion, every other film that was nomiwith acting. On the subject of cinematography and nated was Better. I think some years it would be appropriediting: I think that most viewers of the award show have a limited idea about what ate to split the Oscar. In 1962, 'Laurence of these recognitions signify. The program Arabia' won, but it should have also gone to should let viewers know that cinematogra- 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. And in 1994, there phy involves how the picture looks in terms should have been a three way spilt. 'Forof each frame being a picture and how well rest Gump' took the top honor, but equally that shot looks. As well, perhaps the show deserving were 'The Shawshank Redempshould let people know how many hours of tion' and 'Pulp Fiction.' The list could go footage editors go through to make a coher- on and on, including other upsets such as ent film. There are many other awards, cov- 'The Sting' over 'The Godfather: Part ll\ ering other aspects of filmmaking, with sig- but I think the point is made. BY BILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer �tj 12 Tuesday; February 26, 2008 uesday, February il A OC & - LE / T H E P RIDE San Dtiegoracksocal Artist Playlist L in town Your guide to he best t Compiled by Amanda Andreen Pride Staff Writer mmm ¿3 Musk' Ü Mve ois IgTYSàows Pop Hp a fB i & Electronic ; tyfaátmts Martín Storrow Josh Damlfo Molly Jenson BushwaHa Jazz Acoustic 5 0C T8 < g H ^s So e ue tr ^ YJ T W àS S teeCoulter Photograph This upbeat surfy serenade is catchy and highlights all of teefe pop dreaminess> The Wrong Trousers Jáfctemstem* Everything. Ali How many other songsdoyou know of that have a harpanda rainmaker in them? Better than the thewrongtroosersband.com Shins—a beautify! fy crafted song. ¡m msKYidem•:' ieecoulter.com W e Yr r n hn eDu k f lï-Rat*« H Rie t Hyd g fcmy ae g l^^itost ^ pl ; Martin Storrow : I love this song. It is so truerYoo say you iovemewhm you're drynkfYou maHy needto iistento it, myspacexom/ejpmusic you 4 a m drunk dialers! Whole Again Guaranteed to mafceyou <ry, this song is introspective and heart rendering. Storrowmusîccom This song is the reai Josh Damigo. Everything else is imitation. NÒ Joshdamigomusic.com JoshDamigo MoHyJenson A i Yu Wr m o ee This songisbeautiful and fovelyJrmademe fall in bveali over agafnwith the memories^ evoked. Mollyjenson.com B s w ia uh al Acoustic R y e hmr No other songeverwrittenwiil make youfeel aswarm and fuaayasthis one, 6ayie Skidmore Gy ^ld ^ cm aN s m wo a Ml Lelolai a Ml Yaweh Carlos wrote this song after seeing "Blood Diamond" aboutthe travesties children face white tryingC r s l e a ut c m al omd m sco o C ro O e a al s l d m 8ushwalla.net HypnotfcaiKf poised, Gaylels soul and sound will serenade you Imoth* wee hours ofthe rooming* to grow up in Afrîca. It made me cry—in a good way. Myspacexom/greglaswell T e S at Bohr LHbe h m r r t e s u ay éëmiâ^à^ Îü V ' M T em rbohr.o hs at r t esc m ThisHolidaylifexom »' Illustration by Nick Strizver / The Pride BY LEVI MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer BY JONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Walks like a beer, talks like a beer, but it is actually a hard cider. Green Mountain Cidery brews Woodchuck Draft Cider Granny Smith in Middlebury, Vermont. The brewery sits in a valley in the Green Mountains which have peaks over 4,000 feet. The brewery claims to be the #1 producer of premium alcoholic draft ciders in the U.S. They introduced the cider in 1997. The brewery holds multiple awards for its ciders. In addition, ABC Research Corporation in Gainesville, Florida, certified the brewery as gluten-free. The cardboard container holds six lucid green glass bottles. Lime green dominates the majority of the packaging while a forest green accents "edges. A cute little marmota, similar to a squirrel, sits on a rock stuffing his fuzzy cheeks with a granny smith apple on a green plain underneath a light blue sky. The bottles contain the same graphics. A shiny green bottle cap seals a cider with an alcohol by volume of 5%. The six pack retails for $8.99 at BevMo. The cider pours smooth with no head. A thin lace resides as carbonated bubbles rise to the top but are trapped. The cider radiates a golden texture similar to ginger ale. It enters smooth and finishes powerfully, like Brut champagne. The Granny Smith apple infused cider really bites in the end, similarly to eating an actual Granny Smith apple. The cider leaves a little apple flavor on the tongue after passing through to the abyss and beyond. The light and unique flavoring of the cider should pair well with a light lunch e.g. club sandwich and chips, or possibly a dessert e.g. vanilla ice cream. Perhaps a treat for your significant other, loving family member, or a break from ordinary beers, experience the fruitfulness of Woodchuck Cider. unusual to get an order without sauce", You just got out of your late afternoon and I tell her class. You've been hungry all after- it's something noon and you notice that the Dome is that's grown on closed and you haven't had a bite since me. 10 a.m. when you strolled out of your We make apartment. small talk because I made the mistake of At this point you're thinking, "I've ordering an abnormal pizza which takes got a few bucks in my pocket and some somewhere around 15 minutes. During change in the car. What will suffice for which time I also notice that the other my hunger?" 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Fires greek life maquiladoras spring 2008 traffic https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/a6167f4c33e7813027c7937ccc3fa751.pdf 300b7e55bbf2c11e0f218cad79e984a1 PDF Text Text ¿The Cipride C ALIFORNIA STATE U NIVERSITY SAN M ARCOS I N D E P E N D E N T S TUDENT N EWSPAPER TUESDAY, M ARCH 4, 2008 www.thecsusmpride.com VOL. XIX NO. 7 Campus community unifies to oppose C SU budget cut BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer The latest proposed cut of $386 million to the California State University budget has CSU students, faculty, and staff across California in an uproar. Approved by the CSU Board of Trustees for the 2008/2009 fiscal year, the cuts would force universities to t urn away more than 10,000 students statewide. The lack of funding would also force the system to once more increase student fees, lay off teachers, eliminate classes, and do away with many programs. Sprinter Light Rail launches this Sunday The entire CSU community has come together to fight for a common goal against the proposed budget cuts. Each of the 23 CSU campuses has launched a unified campaign that will begin in on March 3 at CSU Dominguez Hills. The following week, Mon. March 10, the second forum will take place at CSU San Marcos. CSUSM will hold its all-campus meeting on 1:00-2:00 p.m. in Arts 111. There will be media availability 30 minutes prior to each event. In hopes of "protecting the future of California" the cam- paign expects to prove the importance that CSU plays in the economy of California. Faculty, staff, and students alike will demonstrate that cuts to the CSU system would actually further damage the economy. To back up their See Budget, Page 2 Black History performers entertain during U-Hour Service to run along 78 freeway BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer A fter several delays, the Sprinter light rail service will launch this coming Sunday. Built along the Escondido track of the San Diego Northern Railroad, the new service will be the f irst along the. tracks s ince the JSante Fe Railroad stopped passenger service in the area in 1946. The 22-mile long track, along the 78 freeway, will go through the cities of Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos and Escondido, and includes stops near Palomar College and CSUSM. While the North County Transit District has discount passes available to students of Palomar and MiraCosta colleges, there is no such agreement for CSUSM students. Service from various locations starts between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. Of particular interest to students: the last evening train westbound from CSUSM is at 7:41 p.m., while the last eastbound t rain departs at 9:16 p.m. Monthly passes are $54, or $2 for a day pass. With the current high price of gas, the Sprinter may help students save money. Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride Last Tuesday, after a month of lectures and performances dedicated to the celebration of black history, traditional African dancers commemorate its final days with a performance hosted by Associated Students Incorporated. C SUSM customer satisfaction results Survey responses show opinions of available facilities and services BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Earlier this semester, Finance and Administrative Services conducted an online customer service survey on various departments around the university. The survey asked various students, staff, and faculty about their level of satisfaction and netted interesting figures. Anyone interested viewing the results in full can visit www.csusm.edu/bsc/0708sat. htm. The figures from the academic 2007/2008 annual survey had a wide number of categories ranging from topics such as facilities, maintenance, university police, financial aid, housing, and parking services. The idea behind conducting Tuesday, Mar. 4 31 Women in 31 Days Forum Plaza the survey was to have different departments meet and identify areas for improvement around university services. Departments put together action plans that outline some overall performances and upcoming plans to improve certain areas as well. Some of the more interesting results came specifically from University Village Apartments (UVA) and University Police. From a study done with 331 participants, 55% answered "don't know" concerning campus crime prevention presentations. To go along with Crime Prevention Programs such as "Cougar Watch," University Police Department (UPD) has been producing videos which are available at the UPD website. A University Police and Liaison Program will also be implemented to provide additional avenues for communication with campus committees, students, staff, and police. The survey also determined that the UVA staff is invested and helpful toward the students there. Of the approximate 160 participants of the survey, 80.1% believe that they are doing exceptional services in addressing personal and social growth. 70.6% of those surveyed agreed or strongly agreed that resident advisors demonstrated an honest commitment to student welfare and activities. According to UVA Director Brian Dawson, "When you treat people like adults, you are given choices to act freely. Some people thrive on that and based off the customer survey, the majority feel that way." 7:30 p.m. ASi and UVA Texas Hold'em Tournament SSiliiiiÄllI Thursday, Mar. 6 12:00 p.m. a* Women's HERstory in San ö tego UCI hosts forum for graduate education BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer On Sat. April 5, University of California, Irvine will host the California Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education. There will be a bus departing from CSUSM to UCI available to students signedup to attend the event. Although the forum is f ree, the Career Center requires a [checks only] $20 deposit to reserve a spot on the bus. The bus will leave promptly at 7 a.m. and return at approximately 6:00 p.m. The forum is held twice yearly - once in Southern California, and once in Northern California. It is designed to provide students from underrepresented groups with the tools and information to help them apply and be accepted to graduate schools. Some benefits of attend- ing the forum include meeting representatives from over 100 of the nation's elite graduate schools and getting f ree access to the Princeton Review's online prep course for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). There are also many workshops designed to cater to specific areas of study, a few include: nursing, physical sciences and mathematics, and fine and performing arts. There will also be workshops designed to provide more general information about topics such as selecting and applying to graduate schools. Another important subject that will be covered is the issue of securing funding for graduate school. To take advantage of the opportunity, contact the Career Center at (760) 750-4900 or visit the website at http://www.csusm.edu/ careers/. �T HE(^PRIDE ; s E d i t o r IH c m t * ^ -f ;; ^ \ M n Kówm^ < ;v ^ \ v - ' ^tmovr Editor^ i- \ , NICKSTRIZVER DISTRIBUTION MANAGER xw - mcKSrmzswi , , " tónrn ;^ V1 * V JACKIE GAJRBÀJAL * - ; - FEATURES ÈDÏTGR » AMAHDAAMDREEN * ARTS & BKÎLKFMMMINT * &DITOR , » ^V L. TORIÀSAVBY * * s p o r t i SIHTOR& ^ / ffiillli MANAGER ^ TIMMOORI - ^ ; From BUDGET, page 1 claim, the campaign points out that the CSU system educates a vast majority of California's skilled work force and annually contributes over $7 billion to the its lagging economy. Any m embers of the campus c ommunity eager to get involved can s tart by attending CSUSM's first all-campus m eeting to get a b etter u nderstanding of the issue at hand. For more i nformation, students and f aculty can access h ttp://www.calstate.edu/BudgetCentral/ or http://www. calfac.org/releases.html. Photo by Ben Roffee / The Pride Controversial speakers engaged students in a heated debate on campus last week. Pizza and Politics: Food for Thought, Civil Liberties and Terrorism been a part of CSUSM for 11 and of the program: reason, respect, scheduled for t his semester and and responsibility. a half years. more already scheduled for the " The key point of the event is following semester. On March Striker organized Pizza and COPY EDITOR . ìj Pizza boxes neatly sat on a Politics, which began Decem- to facilitate m eaningful respect- 13th, t he chosen topic is health \ TlFFÀNIE HOANG blue table near the first floor ele- ber 4th, 2007. Prior t o attend- ful discussion between mem- care. On April 22nd, the chosen i i l H I i l M a n a g e r s I I vator in ing Pizza and Politics events, bers of the university commu- topics are the environment, I SALES REPRESENTATIVE \ Academic Hall 102 as Univer- Strieker highly encourages Cou- nity," Strieker said. "Given that energy security, and global CRISTINE YOHO Both events take sity Hour began on Thursday, gars to read the selected relevant much of the public political w arming. discourse on radio and televi- place during University Hour in article for each f orum at www. February 28th. - V ^ ADVISOR *°% Within f ifteen minutes, the lec- csusm.edu/adp. The website sion is o ften strident, disrespect- Markstein Hall 103. IOAMÂHDIMON " I would love to see students ture hall filled up with approxi- also contains more information ful and particularly divisive, it is necessary to learn t o speak discussing and debating these STAFF WRITERS regarding the event. mately f ifty attendees including I J Ê E CARTEL1I AS C For this particular session with one another in a r espectful, issues in a variety of formats, students and faculty. Pizza and * FAMIiA CASTILLO on civil liberties and terror- civil fashion if we wish to help both on and off campus," said Politics consists of professors 0AVÏD CHURCH TOMCOCKIHG leading healthy discussions on ism, organizers chose the arti- rebuild civic engagement within Beavers. BLBERT ESOUIREA For more information please cle "Because They Said So," an our communities." prominent matters. AMDRJSWÇABÀE Attendees sat attentively as Dr. visit www.csusm.edu/adp. Thursday marked the 3rd Pizza opinion article in the New York IVAN GARCIA P izza and Politics along with - AiEX MANO and Politics event for CSUSM. Times. The article discusses the Staci Beavers, a CSUSM faculty ROSS UCHTMAH j The event encourages students implication of the Foreign Intel- member for 12 years, discussed " various t ypes of commuLWl MARTIHEZ to discuss their opinions in a ligence Surveillance Act and the the topics at hand and encour- nity engagement helped earn B ill RHE1M AMY SALISBURY pending civil suits against major aged the audience t o participate. CSUSM its status as a Carf ree and friendly environment. JONATHAN % THOMFSOM " The long-term goal of the telecommunication companies Members in the audience were negie C ommunity Engaged JON THOMPSON American Democracy Project regarding their alleged involve- able to speak freely at all times. Campus, only one of 76 nation* ó CARTOONISTS » * at CSUSM is to raise awareness ment in supplying the govern- Other members in the audience wide to receive this honor," said JgNMY BiOPOND listened respectfully. Strieker. of and enhance the development ment with information. fOSH BROWN One attendee stated, "I'm glad " When government expands Before the event officially of civic engagement inside and outside of the classroom, t o t he began, Strieker passed out ques- its powers in the realm of per- t o see people interest in what's A ll optiém mâ l e t t e t o larger campus community and tionnaires and information sheets sonal f reedoms it a ffects all of going on in the world. Pizza and thè editor, published in T he Politics gives students a place to M<te, f < p e s « . ¿te opîniom j community beyond," said Pro- t o all attendees. The information us," said Beavers. There are two more events go. 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Road San Itorcos, CA 92096-0»! i lûâÉ http:/fwww. th&c$mmprid&.eom 2 /21/0811 p.m. • ^ ^ ^ An ^ ^ o n - S a r h a m ' a n d l a ^^ - /?McHTee w i t n ^ s e d a figure r unning U PD Hasponded i d P rominence fom t he S prtnt^; T he o fficer a pts. t o W P c lear o ut a party, M individual w alked o ut holding a b lackpsint o n t ieir h ands. W hen l arge b ottle of J ack Daniels, a nd o fficers i nspected t he S printer t han a ttempted t o c onceal it. T he ^ttk^ tt^ tfiM COUGAR WATCH KEZPiUG AH OH T E W H (¡-m m^rnt �O PINION T HE P RIDE Church's Influence on Sports NHL Trade Deadline BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer The National Hockey Leagues t rade deadline came and went on Tuesday, Feb. 26 and teams were busy. With big name players such as M arian Hossa, Brad Richards, and Brian Campbell finding new homes, other big name players Olli J okinen and Mats Sundin stayed put, leaving questions for the o ff-season. 25 t rades later, it is t ime to discuss the t rades that went down and how t his can impact a t eam's f uture. L et's start with the Atlanta Thrashers who t raded Hossa and Pascal Dupuis for Erik Christensen, Colby Armstrong, prospect Angleo Esposito and 2008 d raft pick. Despite losing Hossa, the Thrashers added young talent that could bolster a talented f uture. The Pittsburgh Penguins on the other hand added help for Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Hossa will now be able to play wingman to "Sid the K id" while raising the expectations for a long playoff r un. I am expecting them to be playing for the cup. The Dallas Stars were able to pick up Richards and Johan Holmqvist for Mike Smith, Jussi Jokinen, J eff Halpren and a 2009 first round d raft pick. The addition of Richards gives the Stars contending power against the Detroit Red Wings and Anaheim Ducks. The Tampa Bay Lightning added an upgrade in goaltending with Smith, while adding t hree young players and two d raft picks. This gives the Lightning an opportunity to rebuild a struggling team that had star power but lacked depth and goaltending. The Philadelphia Flyers added Jarslov Modry on Feb. 19 and Vaclav Prospel on Feb. 25. Modry gives the Flyers depth on the blue line while Prospel gives the Flyers some much needed scoring power with the loss of Simon Gagne for the season and while waiting for J offery Lupul to r eturn f rom a high ankle sprain. The last winner f rom the t rade deadline was the Anaheim Ducks who once again didn't make a trade. They kept their core of players and traded for a role player. One reason for not making dramatic trades was that they have watched the r eturn of last years Conn Smyth winner (playoff MVP) Scott Niedermayer and more importantly the r eturn of Teemu Selanne who has sparked some much needed offense. The r eturn of Selanne and Niedermayer make the Ducks the team to beat once again. But not all teams were winners this year. The Florida Panthers were lucky enough to find a buyer wanting Ruslan Salei. But they failed to trade Jokinen. The next question for Florida is who is going to be leaving. Jokinen or will coach/general manger Jacques M artin, I believe both will be gone. And the bigger loser of the two was the Toronto Maple Leafs, who watched all five players with no trade clauses use them to stay with the team. In the end, they were only able to t rade for a few low d raft picks, instead of gaining a h andful of first round picks. A team that looked like they were going to be able to be the biggest sellers got shut down by poor negotiating of contracts. No team should give five players a no-movement or trade clause, let alone to that many players with expiring contracts in the same year. The playoffs are near and teams are finally set for the final 20 games of the season. The question is who will be the winner, who made the right decision at the deadline and who will be the 29 losers who didn't make the right decision. No matter what, the playoffs are coming and I for one can't wait. Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@ csusm.edu or pride@csusm. edu. Tuesday, March 4, 2008 Blood, Sweat Tears, Gas BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer So, I just bartered my firstborn this morning in exchange for a tank of gas. Luckily, we've already discussed my feelings about children, so it was actually a win-win deal. The guy even threw in a Diet Coke. Kidding aside, not that I've been kidding so far, a lot of people complain about the cost of gas. But I'm not hearing a lot of these whining lame-cakes coming up with solutions. I have the answer though: We should go to war with a country that has oil and take theirs. Wait. That could backfire. Ok, I have a better solution. We genetically engineer more dinosaurs a la Jurassic Park. Once we're done teaching them tricks and studying them, bonding with our large new reptilian friends, we slaughter them mercilessly, and boom, more fossil fuel. No, I'm sure I can do better. We can just find ways to work without gas. I've heard a lot about these hybrid-electric vehicles. New plan: feral catelectric vehicles. People still aren't following that whole "spay and neuter your pets" thing. Answer to rising feral cat population problem? Teach them to pull cars. It'll be like running an Iditerod every day just to get to work or the grocery store. Since BST doesn't approve of whipping your sled cats though, I recommend that you train them to work on positive reinforcement. For every mile your 500 feral cats pull you, give them a bag of Skittles. Actually, I have a less messy idea. You could just carpool. Then you can split the gas cost between yourself and someone that you liked in the beginning but have slowly began to hate, a person whose inability to throw away empty pudding cups that somehow end up under your seat and snorting giggle you come to consider death-penalty worth offenses. Carpooling is delightful. You could just make sure you recycle your grocery store bags. In 60 years, if you recycle every single one, you'll have probably 50 mile worth of gas. Or better yet, just recycle all your beer bottles, and use the money to buy more Skittles for your feral cat mobile. Letters W the Editor Cai State San Marcos has always been a closed; They view the world through painstrong proponent of the ligW to Iree spcwh^ fully narrow blinders, refusing civilimi I andrightly so: the privilege to articulate one's discission of their points In any form • So \ thoughts in a forum t h^ is both civilked and little do they state in the opinions of San noMbreateping should be paramount for any j Marcos students that they are willing to equally-civilized institution and even more continue their tirades over a sea of voices* j so as istìiécase at Sa» Martfos, those free* cMiviop&or otherwise ignMngt^^ thinkers costitute that institutions whole dissent in the gathered crowds, Would these men and women be eiju^ly . reasonjl weteome if their--message was one wMsh Inrecent weeks* the notion o ía " cMiied" and ^onthreatening* arena for ftee^sped* condemned Latin Americans? Would Cal tots beefc damaged> if not wholly compro- State San Marcos be so openio the. ravings mise& The arrival on campus of several of aflagrantanti-Semite? If this trend of defamatory orators is to eontinue,when of California S t ^ ¥iilneither coptnbuted to tlxe intellectual growth , Blight the of tampm students nor given those students versify S t o M a r ^ , ! a balanced fomm in which to voice their M f B e r r y ? ^ ^ > \ concerns, Quite the opposite, these self-pro- Should these evangelists continue to claimed " preached have served up nothing be welcomed to Cal State SM Marcos to, bili angry* vicious hate a t ^ ^ a U i i n l b i ^ i preach their perversions and fling their tonate e rtigli to find themselves within j baseless accusation a t (he very instituearshot These recent rallies demonstrate tion that welcomed them, it seems unlikely not a tool for the proliferation of individual that San Marcos will be remembered as an | thought but a method by which to belittle and institution of civilised discourse* Rather» | the message will be sent that Califenia j condemn. This is not to say that provocative or difft* an<y*iH<Mts from public discussion; history shows us that 1j1 the discussion of things that many might consider unsavory is oftentimes thefirststep to ove: ally appeasing end* There is however no end to befoundin the speeches as of lafe just as ' ftm is <$diMDguer these aperiwK arrive and leave with their minds set and ears j j• There is afineime between free speech andverbal a ssauIt.Those« | two stupid comments away from punchingthis guy. His desiretorilethe crowd up with his complete bosb was so much more than annoying* His constant screamIrngj "fbat guy over there has a beard, is he going to hell?" got really old realty fast. Yelling at the evangelist and getting in his face with signs that JPo^getmewrb^ didíít care before» Itaavemy beliefs read "CSUSM is^Hafce Free" which* arid I've been raised on them, boi I while it is a nice concept, it does not here* nor on any other campus* exist* merely showed his ignorance* . ; p ate'H This guy was simply so full of j imfil I fc^ard—1 -/ Throughout the crowd of students himself and so eager to hear himself -there was a haze of why is this gify argue that he didn't consider what here? and it was really bothering me, these evangelists were tiying t$ do. ftwasjii^lifceaiiy other evangelical | While I do not agree with that type event* at test irntil this guy opened of evangelism, I still think they have relevant things to say and an imporhisaips^ntmc^th! > v This guy, 111 call him Red Shirt, tant message m there somewhere, was standing them with the rest of | / If people like this ig&orant* Red us, onlybe Was spoilingfcffa terri- Shirt guy would just shut tip and | ble amount of absolute crap! I could allow the people who wantto hear almost swear he was merely there for the message actually hear it* perhaps j there would be a better u i^^tandmg of what is and is not a true belief The loom of Evangelist Preachers is nothing.new to our campus* Especially these last few Weeks — tavc been bombarded by'the i resounding voices ofpreachers every dayfora couple weeks* But it wasn't until today that I was able to act&atiy appreciate them, ,, -% - at a bar while drinking; but not at an with comments of his own. Mind at a school ! you» his comments were 100% nonsensical and arrogant as well as ignoAdam Lowe rant To say the least, I was about Ìmm �Softball sweeps Azusa Pacific doubleheader BY T IM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Softball took on Azusa Pacific University, Saturday, allowing no r uns in both games of the doubleheader. The Cougars took a 1-0 lead into the bottom of the sixth inning of game one, where they would tack on three more to secure the victory. In game two, the Cougars had one of the more impressive pitching outings of the season f rom freshman, Brenna Sandberg, who gave u p only two hits, leading CSUSM to a 4 -0 win. Sandberg improved upon her already impressive numbers from the mound, and now is 5-2 with a 1.79 ERA. The Cougars go into the Sun West Tournament at Chapman University on March 8 with 12-6 record on the season and a 2-0 conference record. Week In Review: Cougars defeat Vanguardie the gniversity Uame up. the t BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer Cougar baseball defeated Vanguard University 12-5 this past week, to make their record 7-8. Vanguard started o ff strong scoring two r uns in the bottom of the 1st inning. SP Steve Triolo surrendered a leadoff walk to 2b Kyle Bondurant who would later score on a single up the middle by SS Zachary Leighton. The Cougars would tie the game up early in the top of the 3rd, starting o ff the inning with a leadoff bunt by 2b Ricardo Moran. The next batter, LF Austin Way, would hit a two-run home r un to The Cougars would break the game open in the top of the 6th with seven r uns in the inning. Vanguard was consistently hurt with wild pitches, passed balls and errors throughout the inning. In the inning, there were two wild pitches, a passed ball, and two errors. Only getting three hits in the inning, the Cougars managed to get seven r uns t hanks in part to the mistakes of Vanguard University. The 12-5 win boosted the Cougars' record to 7-8 on the season. The Cougars travel to face San Diego Christian College today at 2 p.m. Photo by Tim Moore / The Fride CSUSM Catcher, Dane Ponciano, attempting to pickoff a member of the Spanish National Baseball Team in their 2/28 exhibition at Morley Field in San Diego. The Spanish National team traveled through Southern California in a series of exhibition games in preparation for the 2008 Summer Olympics Qualifier in Taiwan. Spain has qualified f or the Olympic Games once - in 1992, where they put up an 8th place finish. CSUSM allowed only two runs on Thursday in the 2-0 loss. Cheer Club captures first place BY T IM MOORE Pride Staff Writer In j ust its second year of existence on campus, t he CSUSM Cheer Club is m aking waves on the national level. T he team captured first place at the Cheer of America Las Vegas Open Nationals last month. On Feb. 23, the team captured a second first-place trophy at the Sharp International Competition at Sea World. Coach, Linda Zirkus, commented on the work: that is put into succeeding at the highest level: "Because of some ASI restrictions we are unable to stunt or mount, so competing at this level we work hard to improve our dance and cheer." The club is putting on a cheer camp for individuals in kindergarten through eighth grade f rom noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday. 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Pat Kendall, a food science and human nutrition specialist at Colorado State University Extension, has also defined these bacteria as probiotic because they survive through the stomach to the gastrointestinal tract. Once in the GI tract, they function as favorable bacteria to maintain a healthy relationship between the 200+ kinds of bacteria that inhabit the GI tract. Researchers have f ound _ anfa, § ll 0ÊSm WÊÊt substantial evidence denoting that there are several strains of essential "good-for-you" bacteria that have the ability to promote healthy gastrointestinal functions, increase immunity and help prevent the development of cancer-causing toxins throughout the body. Currently, there are several selections of probiotics to choose from which include dairy sources [yogurt and kefir (a yogurtesque, dairy beverage with roots in the Middle East)], capsule formulas, liquid formulas, powder or tablets, and fermented foods such as sauerkraut. Kefir beverages usually contain ten cultures including the following: Lactobacillus lactis, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Streptococcus diacetylactis, Leuconostoc cremoris, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus casei, Bifidobacterium longum, Bifidobacterium breve, Saccharomyces florentinus, and Lactobacillus acidophilus. Conventional yogurts without additional probiotic supplement u su- ^mÈ^^ m ally contain Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, and Streptococcus thermophilus. Dannon's Activia yogurt has become quite popular and well known for its probiotic qualities. Activia is usually the introduction into the "culture" of probiotics. Student Michelle Bartolome is familiar with the probiotic yogurt from Activia and has tried Activia , noting that it tasted similar to conventional yogurt. Taylor Linkins, another student familiar with probiotics, commented that Activia tasted different from typical yogurt. Being a skeptical consumer is a natural response when bombarded with these amazing claims about yogurt. So what exactly makes probiotic yogurt so special? Most traditional yogurts on the market usually only contain one to two live and active bacterial cultures (usually Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, and Ifc, thermophilus). "I" iW Many dairy and yogurt companies have launched probiotic products promising improved immunity and digestive health. Voice Probiotic yogurt differs from this by containing many more cultures (including Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus healthy digestive performance. Another point to address is the convenience of probiotic yogurt — one does not have to go about selecting probiotic supplements. Similarly, most probiotic yogurts promote healthy digestion and gastrointestinal functions with the addition of more bacteria cultures. Research is also being conducted to determine effectiveness of strengthened immunity and cancer prevention. So, how can one reap the benefits? Being a careful consumer is essential — be sure to check the labels and make sure it actually contains live and active cultures because the number of live cultures differs among products from processing methods. Another important point to casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, and be conscientious of is to avoid Bifidobacterium bifidum) and yogurt that has "heat treated this is important as they continue after culturing" on the label through the digestive system to (which means after the bacteria was added in the yogurt, it was the GI pasteurized. This pasteurization tract j mmmm process can denature lactase and enzymes and destroy live cultures). Be aware of the sugar content. Also look for the addition of insulin, which is a prebiotic culture that increases the activity of Lactobacillus acidophilus, calcium absorption, and is a good source of dietary fiber. The amount of time before one receives the benefits of consuming probiotic cultures is dependent on the probiotic strains, amount consumed, and present health status. Since probiotic cultures survive for a reen / The Pride range of time in the GI tract, experts advocate consuming probiotic cultures on a continuous, daily basis. Most traditional yogurts on the market usually only contain one to two live and active bacterial cultures CLASSIFIEDS What kind of food do you w ish was offered on campus that currently i s not? ^ MMSTS» i' e ouBsekus w â œ m u nit l eaders C hecfeoi edsfc.ymca.oig ^ Matt Canning Undeclared 5 « fc l ike TJCS& like Rubios or Panda Express. That It ñ Jonathan Montoya Psychology t ò h ave A m d healthy WÊiÈÈÈÈËÈÈssm jUTlÎOrmÊÈ: WièMtm and V ^peye's o rjambajuice, I f ed like wè should have ^ fóebrs like otherschools, Wrüing Catholic Mass Starting March 19th @9:00 pm Clark 110, Hosted % The Catholic Club JeriñaD&viáson \ Sotíkq tmre Business H ookah L ounge P ool T ables G ames is g ood b a t I feel ^Chipotlear EtttilyBulHs IBm^^j^ tdtemiimmd • n ice/' Writing Corey Arnold : Freshman Math G reat F ood O ver 5 0 H ookah Flavor's M onday Night P ool T ournament Daily Lunch a nd Dinnm S pecials Happy H our 4 :00-6:00 PM. t *|20 E Mission, S an M arcos Photos by Bill Rhein/The Pride l l i i b b l y l ii!ftl»l> C» �mtvU's halfofus.com campaigns for mental health awareness BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer It's that time again. March is here, and that means this is the month that college students across the nation are in the spotlight with the all media eyes watching college basketball, spring breaks, relentless mid-terms and the 5th anniversary of the Iraq War, which significantly affects a great number of students and their families. This month, however, mtvU, MTV's Emmy award-winning college network, in conjunction with The Jed Foundation, which is the nation's foremost suicide prevention nonprofit organization, are heavily promoting mtvU's "Half of Us" campaign. According to the website, the " 'Half of Us' campaign derives its name from research showing that nearly half of all college students have felt so depressed they could not function, and addresses the reality that suicide is the second leading killer of college students." Though the "Half of Us" campaign is not new, in light of recent events nationwide, "Half of Us" is sponsoring new programs this month that are focused on stress and other emotional effects that this March in particular could have on students. "March is a month when the nation celebrates college culture, and this year we aim to use the moment to spark a dialogue about the serious mental health issues going unaddressed on college campuses - claiming the lives of countless students each year," said Stephen Friedman, GM, mtvU. "Our special 'Half of Us' March programming is part of a year-round commitment to chipping away at the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health, as well as connecting students to the necessary resources." The new programming offered at halfofus.com includes a feature special with Billy Corgan, the lead singer of The Smashing Pumpkins, who speaks out on how his success caused memories of an abusive childhood to surface, and how accepting those issues and seeking help and available resources can help students. Also debuting on the website on March 17, will be a discussion for Iraqi War Student Veterans, in which student soldiers from coast to coast talk about life after the war, getting back into the routine of college life and how they are coping with the challenges it brings. For this discussion, there will also be an acclaimed expert on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), who will offer advice to student soldiers and student veterans on what resources are available to them and how to get a hold of such resources. According to the press release for this month's programs, halfofus.com is also starting an mtvU and The Associated Press Mental Health Poll. The poll specifically aims to be "an in-depth look at the impact stress and depression are having on the national college audience—particularly at this pivotal point of the semester." The poll also hopes to supply a valuable look "into how the war, starting a career, campus safety, technology, substance abuse and other factors affect college students' stress levels and mental health today—and where they are, or are not, turning for help." POWERS) B Y STUDENTS IASI ELECTIONS HOW WU. rov MAKE « H ffBBff? For the 2008/2009 Board of Directors Positions available: President (1) Executive Vice President (1) Vice President of Finance (D Vice Preside« of External Affairs I D Vice President of Operations (II Vice President of Marketing II) College of Arts and Science Representatives (3) College of Business Representatives (2) College of Education Representative I r ' ' ™ resentatrves at ' Pick up your application today a t t he ASI business office fFCB 103), SLL (Craven 3400), Student Affairs (Craven 3600), UVA, and the Clarke DEADUME T O APPLY 1$ 1 2:00 P M, MARCH b E E TO W f l K : ^ L CI N The Cost of Calamity: Are we ready? A new study led by C oBA Professor William Burns BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer In the Fall semester of2007, California and its residents experienced the tragedies, panic, and potential consequences of the wildfires that plagued the state for weeks. Since the events of the California wildfires and even as far back as the events of 9/11, there have been numerous studies on the reaction of humans to these types of events. Dr. William Burns, a professor in the College of Business Administration here at California State University San Marcos, now has the privilege of studying the effects of these types of disasters with the assistance of some prominent professionals and distinguished organizations. "It's a myth that people panic in disasters. Research simply doesn't support it," states Burns. But adverse effects are not limited to panic, and the reactions that victims of these events have is the main idea of this study. Assisting Dr. Burns is the team of psychologist, Paul Slovak of Decision Research, Adam Rose and Garrett Asaey, economists at USC. As Decision Analyst of this study, Burns says he wishes to "examine and better understand the connection between people's responses to disasters, including terrorism." The process of surveying and presenting different scenarios to a multitude of people on varying levels of categories (income, ethnicity, location, etc.) will help this team of educated individuals determine the responses that many people might have to various disastrous events. Various people are asked multiple questions about how traumatic events would effect their psyches, economic standing, and personal decisions. These findings will help set a procedure for how we evaluate the different effects of an incident. This can include not only a person's reaction, but also media coverage, responses of the masses, and proce- dures to help community leaders and the public. This study can vary depending on the surveys. Many factors will be taken into account when it comes to this study. Factors like location, the individual, dialect, and the type of disaster will all drastically influence the reaction of the media, government, and public support. Panic would not be the first response to disaster, according to Burns. During 9/11 as well as the California wildfires, the support of the public was orderly and helpful as opposed to hysteria. Burns also mentions that if we all looked back at the news coverage during 9/11, a majority of the people in the towers got out safely using the stair case, meaning that the task of evacuation could never have worked if there was a majority of people climbing over others and watching out for only themselves. When asked how this study came into fruition, Dr. Burns said that "It really has its origins back in 2003...but mostly inspired by 9/11, we understand a lot about how the public responds to technological disasters and things. We might be able to use our expertise to get a better understanding on how people by respond to larger, natural disasters, and especially terrorism." Funded by the National Science Foundation, this will be a three-year long study with an almost $750,000 budget. The process of writing up, presenting, and reviewing this proposal to this wellknown foundation is a competitive and very selective process. With the potential that a disaster can occur at anytime, the outcome of this study will also affect students. "College graduates in particular will find their way into leadership roles and have the responsibility to help communities pull together to face the disasters of the future because they will be,, more than likely, in leadership roles. And our study will speak to those, and help them better understand how to do that," said Burns. Considering a Career in Physical Therapy? You are cordially invited to alternd a reception to learn more about the University of S t Augustine and its Physical Therapy resident and part-time distance learning programs in San Diego, California. If you have or are completing a bachelor's degree and want to puisne a career In physical therapy, come learn about the options at one of the information sessions below. Tuesday, February 26 J$0 pm m 9:00 pm Oiecîwn begins at 6:30 Saturday, March 8 ÎÛMmmnMpm Check-in begins at 9:30 University of Saht Augusti»? Çrmm Pbm (tatet Fullmm at Bm Diego I6S7Ô West Berardo Pr, Sulte 2^0 15Ô0 SouthRaymorid Avenue Merton, CA 92831 San Diego^ CA 92127 Saturday, April 5 10:00 ám 12:80 pm €fteek4n begins ttí 9:30 University nf Saint Augustine MSfcft Dkg** 16870 West Bernardo Dr. Suite 200 San Diego, CA92I2? UNIVERSITY O F S X A UGUSTINE B Ê * IT N $CII N C g '$ RSVP by visitim our website www.usa.edu/flex or calling Mary Moor at 1-860-557-3731 �thepride ___ A&E The soothing melodies Tuesday; March 4, 2008 The Darjeeling Limited of Cory Jospeh BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer Cory's recently released first solo EP is an incredThe Orange County music scene has been ible, 6-song disc taken over by bands with little charisma and entitled, "Now is All" and mediocre talent, at best. There are a select is, to say the least, exceptionally soothing, as few, however, who catch my ears as having well as full of exceptionally strong, vocally true talent. flawless tracks. With such emotionally and Cory Joseph Clark (Cory Joseph for his vocally powerful tracks as "Let Me In," Cory solo act) has been around the OC's music really takes this freshman solo attempt to an scene for a few years now, playing in multiple artistically magnificent level and brings us a bands, including Chris Paul Overall & The virtuously perfect album of crisp vocals and Saps, and currently, Sleepless Me (winner blissful guitar tracks. of last year's Orange County Music Awards' Cory Joseph plays many shows in the "Best Alternative Rock Band" award). Orange County area on his own as well as Over the last year, Cory has been playing with his rock band, Sleepless Me. If you feel solo shows here and there at coffee shops and like making the drive on any given weekend, small venues, trying out his new, softer mate- visit his website, www.CoryJoseph.com or rial. Even for those who enjoy more of a rock his band's website, www.SleeplessMe.com, scene, Cory really delivers with his more for details of the various shows in the heart mellow and gentle material simply because of the 'OC' - you'll be glad you did. of its sheer perfection. Photo courtesy Steve Jacob BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer the plot and the Directed by Wes Anderson, "The Darjeeling Limited" is a breath-taking, introspective film that follows three American brothers along a spiritual quest throughout India. Out of touch, and out of their minds, the Whitman brothers—portrayed by Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody and Jason Schwartzman—set out on a journey of self-discovery to rekindle their brotherly bond while mourning the death of their father. Making their way through India on a train, specifically the Darjeeling Limited railway, their plan is quickly dissembled, as they encounter unexpected challenges and settings. Eventually they find themselves lost, stranded, and out of luck on a new and uncharted route. Toting eleven of their father's suitcases, a printer, and a laminating machine, the Whitman brothers allow viewers to grow along with them as they experience each bump in the road and new scenario. According to The Onion's A.V. Club, it is theorized that there 16 films to which Anderson's style was most heavily influenced. Number 7 on the list is "The River." Anderson himself has mentioned that this film was the single greatest film influence on "The Darjeeling Limited." A1951 film directed by Jean Renoir and written by Rumer Godden is a dramatic romance about three teenage girls living in Bengal, India (all of English decent), coming of age and falling in love with the same man. In both films, this foreign country, India, is the core landscape for the fruition of It also becomes a place of healing ^fck | § ^^^^^^^^^^ DarjeelingLimited" * is not a romantic film in any sense of traditional ^ ^ ^ conventions, there is romance in the film between the characters and the scenery. There are also hints of romance threaded through the film as it ideally is a fully conceptualized after-thought to the previously released "Hotel Chavelier", which also starred Jason Schwartzman and Natalie Portman. As both "The River" and "The Darjeeling Limited" take their characters on a voyage through an unfamiliar land, both Renoir and Anderson recognize through their visual interpretations, that their stories veer more towards a location transforming the main characters than it is about interpreting the cultural identity of India for their audiences. That said, however, "The Darjeeling Limited" is all about Indian culture. It is the weird and wonderful things in India which the Whitman brothers encounter that change them and unite them. Along with the incredible acting on behalf of Brody, Schwartzman, and Wilson, together with the likes of Bill Murray and Angelica Houston, "The Darjeeling Limited" is a succulent DVD treat for any viewer or Wes Anderson fan, full of incredible actors, beautiful mis-en-scene, and a transcendental timeless story. this semester? H o w dbes a p m § m m ^ o r S TDfitInto ywwt plans? M&lce informed, healthy, €OüBdbnt dhmmm* €M1 M m iPftiijpiM ig CHOICE mât âmwers* reât kelp* 760.744.1313 Tuesday, ü ir 04 b irthchotce.net If f % MmMû $mm MSm Umtm MMmmt mW% * p regnancy tmU * p r t f n ancy o ptions m é a bortion c ounseling * STD e ducatiusi a nd p revention * support wrvìcm Jackson's,studio a&um featyœs single "Small Tom Souten Man/ which fs already <siimfcirì$ up ihe charts. 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The much-anticipated album, due in April, is sure to be fulfilling if the rest of it is as soulful as Prettyman's "Hello" is. I Dawn Mitschele - "Dominoes" I The 2007 winner for "Best Acoustic 1Artist" at the San Diego HAT ! Awards, Mitschele's "Dominoes" I will have you falling in love,with her ¡ sultry voice and impeccably crafted I soundscape of melodies and i acoustic guitar fusion. : Aaron Bowen - "Strawberry Wine" f A banjo and harmony filled track, Bowen boasts delightful accompaniment from an accordion j and youthful snare drum, perfectly I setting the stage for his raspy vocals and xylophone interlude. MENU I ^ ¿ ^ a ^ i n 1, •ff i • I^ifrtrtirtlite^^ M arnim I 1 ivv ' m iGregory Page "Ocean of Memories" ¡ Melodic and melancholic, Page takes listeners down a road of ¡ soft acoustic guitar, sweeping | violins and a dreamlike serenade, } complete with wind instruments l and all. . The Turtle Project "Magic Eight Ball" Jazzy and upbeat, this swooning ditty is fun and catchy, full of horns, an electric guitar, a string section,^ and a snappy bass line. The Turtle Project shows off their musical dexterity in this number. • * T otal E clipse B lack Al© BY JONATHAN E . THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer On February 20th,Cougars witnessed the last total lunar eclipse until 2010. In the mean time, you can see a total eclipse as much as you please as Hoppy Brewing Company brews and bottles Total Eclipse Black Ale in Sacramento, California. Troy Paski founded the company in 1991. The brewery focuses on serving its customers great handcrafted beers in an enjoyable fashion while being environmental friendly. They plan to increase product awareness in the Sacramento area and eventually add another brewpub. In 1999, the ale won first Nathan James - "2000 Miles" (A recent addition to the SD music 5scene, James' "2000 Miles" ^beckons its audience with a crisp acoustic guitar paired with seductive vocal layering and pacing lyrics. place at the California Brewers Festival in the Robust Porter category. The dark brown glass bottle holds 22-fluid ounces of ale - a bit more than average. The labeling contains an image of a shadowy earth smiling down upon a turquoise tented moon surface. Psychedelic colors comprise the rest of the label. A black bottle cap with a shiny silver outline and the company's yellow logo of a smiley face caps the bottle with an alcohol by volume of 5.6%. It retails for $3.19 at BevMo. The ale pours thickly, creating a chunky and massive one inch thick head. A demonic black tenor fills the glass. The head resides for several moments before decreasing in size. However, a solid head remains for the duration of consumption. A distinct aroma arises from the evil mixture. Shockingly and disappointingly, the ale enters smooth and finishes mildly. The aromas and textures seemed to ensure a more Indiana Jones-like adventure. Instead, the ale's calmness projects Barney-like characteristics. For a peaceful treat to calm the mind, relax the body, and free the soul, scope out Total Eclipse Black Ale. of Sci-Fi's Undue Abuse BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer Of all entertainment genres, science fiction takes a great amount of undue abuse. Uninformed viewers unfairly stereotype sci-fi films and television shows as "nerdy" or "geeky." This is not true, however, because not every "Star Trek" fan has abnormal acne, buckteeth, and a thick pair of glasses. If you desire to see what the buzz is all about, I have a few suggestions to expand your horizons. One does not have to be obsessive to enjoy these fine pieces of entertainment. A recent movie one could use to "cut their teeth" on is Danny Boyle's "Sunshine", released last year. Boyle who directed films such as "28 Days Later" and "Trainspotting," gives an impressive story about humankind on a mission to save the Earth. Years in the future, the sun is dying and a select crew is set to deliver a payload to reinvigorate it. Along the way, they receive a distress signal, which they answer and disaster ensues. It is an exciting and terrifying movie in space similar to "Alien" and "Event Horizon" and is well worth a watch. One does not have to worry about techno-babble that may turn people off, because as long as viewers pay attention, the movie explains everything. It is a story about testing humanity that just happens to take place in space. Along those lines, I am going to recommend a film that may make one shudder to consider. "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" is an extraordinary film with action and excitement. People stigmatized this film as a program for geeks, which is unfair. For some reason, "Star Wars" has escaped the majority of the criticism, yet these two films are on the same level. It is a clever and engrossing from the very beginning. Not only does it deserve to have everyone watch it, but also earns the right to have the vicious labels removed from it. I have limited experience with "Star Trek" but I was able to pick this up and enjoy its many fine qualities. Finally, I recommend the works from the mind of Joss Whedon: "Firefly," and the subsequent film "Serenity." "Firefly" is the story of ship and its crew that roam the galaxy looking to get by years after humankind branched out from Earth and a civil war erupted. This television show ran for one season on FOX, who cut it, not knowing what a goldmine they had on their hands. Fans still fight for the show to come back and were delighted when NBC/Universal offered a deal to Whedon and made "Serenity." This follows the same crew on its ventures, where Whedon mixes the right amount of humor and explosions. The structure of these works is similar to a Western set in space and is engrossing and addictive to even first time sci-fi goers. I sincerely hope people will give sci-fi another chance and examine its fine achievements. It can be just as exciting and entertaining as any other genre. Also, do not judge addicted sci-fi fans. People consider a football fan cool for knowing every statistic about every player on every team from every year, but sci-fi fans are "nerds" for knowing about what interests them. Other movies, like gangster or crime films have their own lingo — science fiction should have the same rights. 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/. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 Black History Month budget protest spring 2008 Sprinter https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/1c07b4e61dda86d368a086e73e7cd8fe.pdf 60f7d2bc1f7a9401b71bdae06e93632b PDF Text Text THE PRIDE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS CIPRIDE I NDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER TUESDAY, MARCH 11,2008 www.thecsusmpride.com VOL. XIX NO. 8 Primary CSUSM Budget Advocacy Hour Update Campus community unifies to restore funding Clinton makes comeback; McCain clinches nomination BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer Last Tuesday, New York Senator Hillary Clinton gained major ground in her pursuit of the Democratic nomination with primary wins in Ohio, Rhode Island, and Texas. Barack Obama's delegate lead narrowed and his 12 consecutive victories ended unexpectedly, but the Illinois Senator secured a win in Vermont. The evening was equally eventful for Republican candidate John McCain, as he successfully secured his party's nomination. Clinton claimed her three wins that followed a succession of defeats so powerful that they could alter t he delegate race completely. Obama dismissed these allegations, insisting, "We have nearly the same delegate lead as we did this morning and we are on our way t o winning this nomination,'9 as reported by MSNBC on Wednesday. "That may be where this is headed," Clinton shot back, "but of course we have to See P rimary, Page 4 BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Mon. March 10—The CSU Alliance continued its campaign at CSUSM f rom 1-2 p.m. in ARTS 111. With n o open seating available, students, s taff and faculty gathered along the aisles and t he Alliance provided fold out chairs in f ront t o accommodate the influx o f attendees. Outside media coverage w as also in pres- ent t o witness the union of the CSU community. " This alliance today brings together Cal State San Marcos students, f aculty, s taff and administration t o t alk about t he f act that the CSU and Cal State San Marcos is a solution t o t he state's problems," said CSUSM President Karen Haynes in the panel's opening speech. " I will tell that I have now heard the chancellor of t his system say several t imes that California cannot a fford t o have first rate prisons and third r ate education." Members of t he Alliance handed out flyers and an information card, u rging attendees t o volunteer t o send e-mails and make phone calls t o government officials. Anyone interested can visit www.allianceforthecsu.org and www. See Budget, Page 4 Phûto by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride Attendees received buttons, pamphlets and sign up sheets from the Alliance for CSU to motivate action. Inter-Varsity responds to Brother Jed BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Tues. March 4—CSUSM's InverVarsity Christian Fellowship rallied to c ounter the*derogatory rants of Brother Jed, providing an open microphone for students and a cloth canvas and spray paint for students to voice their own opinions and spread a positive message about God. "What Brother Jed was portraying is not the God that we know and love," said Inter-Varsity Staff Member Tyler Allied. George E. Smock, more commonly known as Brother Jed, gained notoriety traveling throughout the country to major universities, conSee Response, Page 4 Photo by Jackie Carbajal/The Pride Inter-Varsity provided spray paint and a blank canvas for students as a medium to express positive sentiments towards Christianity. Sprinter opens to enthusiastic crowds BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer North County's mass t ransit system showcased one of its biggest upgrades t o date on Sunday, March 9 with the opening of the new Sprinter light rail system. The newest element of N orth County Transit District (NCTD), the Sprinter provides alternative transportation solutions for an increasingly congested North County. Cal State San Marcos students and North County residents alike were quick to capitalize on the new light rail system, t urning out in droves throughout the Sprinters inaugural day. Sarah Benson, a NCTD representative, reports that the Sprinter transported a staggering 12,950 passengers Photo by Ben Rojfee / The Pride along its 22-mile track in its opening d ay alone, averaging Students and nearby residents exit at the Sprinter at the 350 passengers per train. .,. CSUSM station. According t o Benson, the sheer volume of people caused delays throughout the day as the hordes of people were slow t o board and exit the t rains. Despite the delays, Benson said, "Passengers were thrilled and excited t o b e a p art of the Sprinter's first day of service. Everyone was patient and the day was a big success." While many were simply along for the ride, passengers like CSUSM student and Vista resident Louie Vela were there t o gauge the t iming of t his new light rail system. "It took me about 25 minutes t o get f rom my house to here," said Vela, exiting at the CSUSM station near the University Village Apartments. While the long-term viability of the Sprinter remains t o be tested, CSUSM commuters faced with the rising costs of gas and parking permits may find an affordable alternative in the N orth County's latest public Stanford students offered a break in their pockets Price of tuition still expected t o increase BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Apparently it pays to be a student at Stanford University. Beginning next year, students of the university will benefit from the school's huge, annual endowments. In an effort to provide affordability, the university announced they will provide a tuition break for students whose parents' annual income is less than $100,000. Also, families that make less than $60,000 per year will not be expected to pay for boarding and most other expenses. Stanford's annual tuition costs $34,800, and next fall, will rise to $36,030. Additionally, room and board will also increase from k m mm mmz See T\iitlon, Page 4 �O PINION Tuesday, March 11, 2008 V/l llllVyll THE PRIDE Editorial THE(P> P RIDE I; ' * editorial staff > — : Editor in C I HP V I I N PO EO ôA Ï D A À HC H C RA f A Managing Editor ^ ; BN E rE B Or B î LYU B Ï 0 AOT DT& HlCICSlWZVBa : DistributîonManagër V, g fé \ ^ < „ N w Editor es JC I C RAL \ AK A BA H | • features editor / ^ A AD A D E MNA N R N AT & Entertainment RS ; - EIO & X DR T TOSUASÀViY sports Editor ^ \ J Onune Manager T MO E I OM MI 'Corr editor Tîffanïe Hoang Business Managers * S i R PBNAIE j AB &RBTT j V CristimfYomo ^ IE D # S S . D K0 A S C U MB O A VO . > DI R S Josh Brown Controversial religious speakers Message of intollerance deters exchange of ideas JOANÁNDBBSON SAF WIES TT R R T l H i C EI I A C HT M F M L C mo A EA A i t David CHURCH ElBIBCr B URA S ER G Andrew Garai f A Garcia VH Aux M n ao R S UHMN OS C T À Ievi Martínez B at RHBIH A Y S LB R M AI U Y S J NT A E T O PO OAHN * H MS N L ì i" J ON TMOMFspM , CARJQQMHS:'? JN VÌ F M ^NE O D G "SDSIT is spreading the Chlamydia and it's going to come to you," said Sister Cindy. Apparently "the Chlamydia" has become so strong that it now functions as its own entity. On Feb. 27, Evangelist, Brother Jed and his wife Sister Cindy (Mrs. Brother Jed), invaded the CSUSM campus and gave a modern twist to what might resemble the Great Awakening - the good old fire and brimstone days. Mr. and Mrs. Brother Jed reduced themselves to nothing but adolescent school children when they started singling out students and calling them "lesbians" based on their attire. Female students were deemed "whores" while male students were called "whoremongers." Their "sermon" served more as a comedy hour while students gathered around to retort their outrageous and invalid claims. Brother Jed and his wife's harrowing remarks and messages of religious intolerance do not encourage substantial discussions — like the ones facilitated in our classrooms— but rather, a spectacle where hateful speech is met with angry replies. The pair distastefully provoked the crowd by using cheap and petty remarks to generate attention. Luckily, members of InterVarsity, CSUSM's Christian com- munity, serve as the antithesis to Brother Jed's intolerant and bigoted message. Last Tuesday, the group aimed to counteract the negative impression of Christians left by Brother Jed and Co. While individuals like Brother Jed and his wife come and go on our campus, InterVarsity's message of tolerance should serve as a constant reflection of our Christian community here at CSUSM. 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So to celebrate the end of John Maddens love affair with Favre and the end of Favre's career, here are the top five Brett Favre accomplishments. 5. The Beginning The first game he played was in an Atlanta Falcons uniform. His first pass as a Falcon was intercepted and returned for a touchdown. A year later, Favre entered the game off the bench and saw his first completion in a Green Bay Packers uniform get deflected and completed by himself for a seven yard loss. 4. 253 Consecutive Regular Season Starts A fter replacing the injured Don Majkowski during the game in week three, Favre started week four and wouldn't relinquish the spot. Favre would become the all-time leader for consecutive games started by a quarterback and second all-time in the NFL behind defensive end Jim Marshall. This accomplishment can go down as one of the greatest records of all time in a position that is constantly being pounded by 300 plus lineman. 3. Passing Marino A fter throwing a 57-yard touchdown pass to Greg Jennings against the San Diego Chargers to tie Dan Marino's all time touchdown record. The following week, Favre rocketed pass Marino when he hit Jennings on a 16-yard slant pass. «He finishes his career with 442 touchdown passes. Similar to Barry Bonds holding the all time home run record until Alex Rodriquez passes him up. Favre seems to be holding this record and others until Peyton Manning (306) can pass him up. 2. In Memory of Irv Favre On December 21, 2003, Favre's father died of a heart attack while driving his truck. The next day on Monday Night Football, Favre would keep the Packers playoff hopes alive when he would play one of the best games of his career. Favre threw for 399 yards and f our touchdowns, in a 42-7 victory over the Oakland Raiders. They would get even more help the following week when the Arizona Cardinals would upset the Minnesota Vikings and the Packers would reach t he playoffs. 1. Super Bowl XXXI Favre would help lead the Packers pass the New England Patriots 35-21. On the second play of the game, Favre senses a blitz and calls for an audible and then hits Andre Rison for a 54-yard touchdown pass. Favre trailing for the first time saw strong safety Lawyer Miller covering Antonio Freeman at the line of scrimmage and Favre would .hit Freeman for an 81-yard touchdown pass. Then to end the half, Favre ran a bootleg left and place the ball over the goal line as he was headed out of bounds. Favre wouldn't walk away with the MVP as his teammate Desmond Howard set Super Bowl records with a 99-yard kickoff return and 244 total net yards. The NFL lost the last quarterback of a great generation of quarterbacks such as Steve Young, Troy Aikman, Dan Marino and John Elway. And Favre has a lot to look forward to in retirement like Young, Aikman, Marino and Elway have, including becoming a first ballot hall of famer. Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@ csusm.edu or pride@csusm. edu. Blood, Sweat, Tears, Life BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer A lot of people say that I don't take things seriously enough. They say that I laugh at things that shouldn't cause laughter. They're right, and today was no exception. They found my uncle dead. But death cannot conquer the humor of my family. Why cry? It's natural to mourn, I know, but.. .he's not rotting in the ground. In my belief system, which you may or may not agree with, he's gone upstairs, where there's no cold or hunger and the party never ends. It's not the end. It's just a change of address. This got me thinking about a lot of things. Perhaps you think about them too. You think, "My backpack is too damn heavy." Or maybe, "I wish the weather would make up its mind." Something along the lines of, "I hope that jerk behind me in traffic dies a long, slow death," or maybe, "If my mom calls and yells one more time, I'm going to tell her where to stick i t" Life's too short, people, too short. I complain in this column because it can be funny, because people can relate. We all have the same worries and trials sometimes. But if we all lived a little more like my uncle, we'd all be a hell of a lot happier, and we'd h e having a party right here, right, now. Here are the tips he had for me, when I was smart enough to listen. 1. Do something you love everyday. He loved books, and probably read one everyday. That may be a little extreme, but so what? H | _ JJ1 He encouraged •BIB me in whatever ^ M B ^ ^ M r ^- / i I liked. So, put E F"' v H L j your homework t w% down and throw your cell phone out the window. Go do something that makes you happy. 2. Don't worry about a hair in your food. Hair is protein. I always took this to be a little deeper though. People die alone and starving every day. So, there's a single hair in your food. Who gives a crap? Refocus your priorities, before you end up a spoiled brat. 3. Love your neighbor. You know what? That doesn't mean your neighbor is going to be your best friend. You might not like his loud parties, big-haired wife, or vicious Chihuahua. But if you can do anything to help him, don't turn your back. And it really does come around. Always. 4. Never put off until tomorrow what you can do next week. My uncle procrastinated until the very end, and I hope that in some ways, I do too. If your options are to stay here and be a responsible citizen or run off the Bahamas for who knows how long, I hope you chose wisely. Never be ashamed to be the one crying at a funeral. But never be ashamed to not be crying at a funeral. I won't be crying. 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It will not only become harder "We can't just sit back and let to get into colleges, but it will this happen to us without put- prove difficult for students to ting up a good fight and that's stay in school for the four plus what this is all about," urged years it may take to obtain a Janet Powell, California Faculty degree. As it stands, with the Association Chapter President. proposed budget cuts, roughly The central message of the 10,000 eligible students will Alliance was the emphasis that be turned away¿ CFA fears these cuts are still not set in that such cuts will likely affect stone. In mid-May, the governor Latino, African-American, is set to release changes to his Native-American, low-income, proposal based on any changes first generation students, and or proposed changes to the veterans the most. state's income or spending. In The $386 million budget cuts June, the Assembly and Senate to the CSU will test California's budget committees will send infrastructure—the same i nfratheir revisions to the budget bill structure the governor wishes for f urther evaluation. The com- to see grow by $500 billion over mittees will then meet to con- the next 20 years. According to dense the two — — the CFA, of all proposals into degrees granted "Given the one version. in California, budget cuts That single verCSU accounts sion requires a facing CSU cam- for 51% in engitwo-thirds vote in puses, students neering, 52%and from each house agriculture, before it is sent 65% in busiwill be paying to the Governor. ness. more money and The deadline for "Given the this budget bill budget cuts will be receivis June 1. The f ing less services cacing CsSU governor then ampuses, tuhas 12 working and programs" dents will be days to sign the -Caitlin Gelrud - paying andmore bill. ____ money will "The good be receiving news is that there is still oppor- less services and programs," tunity to create history rather added President and CEO of than be constrained by it," Associated Students Inc. CaitCSUEU (Employees Union) lin Gelrud. "It's not the stuChapter President Michael dents' responsibility to have this Geek said. Geek stressed the burden placed on their backs." importance of contacting legCSUSM stands to suffer islature as often as possible greatly from cuts to the system. and getting the entire commu- As a growing campus, attennity involved: churches, .family, dance has increased 25 perbusinesses, etc. "You've got to cent in the last three years and let them know that the ten per- received over 10,000 applicacent cut across the board will tions this year—more than the have a negative impact on every campus' current student enrollCalifornian not just the CSU ment. CSUSM also generates faculty, students, and staff." $307 million to the regional The CFA laid out its platform economy. on three pillars: the economy, "Doing nothing is a political access, and infrastructure. act. And right now, every one Economically, CSU campuses of you doing nothing means produce more than 200,000 you accept the cuts to CSU as jobs and also generate $4.41 reasonable," President Karen in spending for every dollar Haynes added, quoting from the state invests in the CSU chapter titles of a political system. advocacy book she coauthored. Cuts to the CSU will limit the "Advocacy isn't for wimps." Female at t fa uy&ritpm&á $439had b&fc was misplaced: -•-.. mams-Mz.^ of the GOP win Tuesday night. McCain's nomination appeared decide who is on the top of the imminent after securing and ticket. I think the people of bypassing the 1,191 delegates Ohio very clearly said that it necessary for a formal Septemshould be me," the former first ber nod. The 52-year-old politician accepted defeat gracefully, lady remarked on CBS. The latest reported delegate extending to McCain "not only count puts Obama in the lead my congratulations, but my with 1,579, versus Clinton's commitment to him and to the 1,460, according to CNN cal- party." Huckabee's lone pursuit culations. However, a candi- is "to unite our country so that date must have 2,025 to win we can be the best nation we can be," he told supporters in Texas, the Democratic nomination. Former Arkansas Gover- Tuesday evening. McCain traveled by invitation nor Mike Huckabee decided to discontinue his pursuit to Washington on Wednesday greeted by official campaign backing from President Bush. " I'm very honored and humbled to have the opportunity to receive the endorsement of the President of the United States, a man who I have great admiration, respect, and affection," McCain candidly declared in the Rose Garden of the White House. The McCain campaign has allegedly struggled with the idea of the President's unpopularity with some voters. However, CNN reports that McCain expresses nothing but gratitude for the support. face serious financial pressures, and we are doing all we can to assist them," said Stanford University President John Hennessy in a written statement. Diversity and economic opportunity are priority in Stanford's announcement. "If we want to increase the benefit each student receives from the diversity of a school's student body, we need to find ways to pull different people together — not by forcing interaction, but by providing enough pull to balance the natural push for people with common backgrounds to congregate together,"said Stanford columnist Kai Stinchcombe. The average annual income of families in Stanford is $120,000, according to San Jose Mercury News. About one-third of the university's population comes from low- to middle-income families and will be eligible for the free tuition and board this upcoming year. Of course the trick here is being accepted, as Stanford is renowned for its degree of difficulty of accepting only the top-of-the-tier students. The news of the university's program also provides a message concerning the annual tuition increase here in the state. Over each of the past six years, there have been increases in tuition at California public schools, such as the CSU and UC schools. Last fall, fees at CSU schools rose about 10 percent and are expected to rise another 10 percent next year. From PRIMARY, page From TUITION, page 1 $10,808 to $11,182, totaling a 3.5 percent increase. Yale, Harvard, and Princeton are among the elite schools that have already provided free tuition. Stanford becomes the first major west-coast university to follow that trend. Economically this provides students an added value to attend Stanford over other west-coast schools, like USC or USD. Stanford is located in Palo Alto, California. According to the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal, Palo Alto is the nation's most expensive college town, so the motive behind the break is economically driven to fit their needs. "We understand how families From RESPONSE, page 1 calling them "whores" as well as other defamatory statements. demning students and making Although Brother Jed claims to controversial speeches. He often be a member of the United Methtravels with his wife and five odist Church on his website, his daughters. beliefs and theories do not reflect Inter-Varsity sighted the hate- the theology of the Methodist ful speech of Brother Jed as Church. its motivation, which included Inter-Varsity's event sought to pointing out female students dispel belief that Christianity is CLASSIFIEDS . v ^' C a m p S u mm e r J o t e \ / ' Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA is hiring life guanis, camp comsúots V - , leadte,Chœkoutour^ • ;;.... atprtdejid^ ]be imdtertbeagèof 21*and foundtwoboxes of wine. 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Any into, call the anonymous gg line 750-TÏPS, l i n d e n Any > to t o t O, an officer stopped a vdlicte m ìk V m head lights, discovered all passengers to COUGAR WATCH Univeisity Police responded to a cat! at gVA ' B tdgB rnpomd yelling and keeping m evs oh rxz m — ^ umt �wave in internet media ¡ ¡¡¡yi is afloodgatefor young people whose passions are finally being heard, but TV has not followed suit." From a hilarious video spoof of Barack Current was built specifically for the Obama and Hilary Clinton singing the love Internet generation. It allows young people song at the end of the film "Juno," to dating the opportunity to produce "pods," or useradvice from circus clowns, to Starbucks generated videos, the segments of which and its overhaul in the world of coffee, and are usually a few minutes long, and allows to a wide variety of widgets linking other users to express their viewpoints. Viewers topics—there is a site for the news of the are also given the opportunity to create ad world that is important to our generation, marketing called Viewer Created Ad Mesand it is just a mouse click away. sages (VCAM), where Current sponsors Born from the vision between former like Toyota, XM Radio,'and T-Mobile want U.S. presidential candidate A1 Gore and users to make their ads. his business partner and CEO Joel Hyatt The site also allocs interaction with Curin 2005, Current offers just about anything rent TV, which streams news in real-time that is happening right now in the world of and gives guests the opportunity to watch news, arts, science, and more. According whatever interests them. Producers of to a 2005 statement by Gore, "The Internet Viewer-Created Content, or VC2, are often BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff WnTer linked to pods and reactions to the topics popping. on hand. Audiences of most user-generated conCurrent is also a social network for VC2 tent still regard TV as a highly valuable producers to share different viewpoints source for information and entertainment. about issues that matter to them and the The reflection of news on the Internet is world. Guests can also participate in dis- prevalent within Current. Even in this day cussions simply by creating an account and and age where sites like YouTube, Yahoo! fire up a webcam for instant commentary Video, and Google Video dominate the on topics that matter to them. Unlike the Internet, almost all the same videos can be common berating that occurs on sites like found on Current.com. YouTube, the majority of the community In 2007, Gore and Hyatt won an Emmy on VC2 maintains a more accepting atmo- Award for the interactive news network sphere. because of its ability to change the way Current users can keep track of their viewers access their news and by offering favorite topics in their accounts. The design them an innovative way to watch it. of the site isfluidand manageable allowing "We set out to open up television and to guests to easily search for whatever topics share the television platform with the young they wish to view. Widgets are abound, adult audience," said Hyatt. "The viewer and navigating around is smooth and eye- response has been phenomenal." Raising the roof at The Clarke THE New ASI leisure courses free to students BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer Some people go through his/her entire college career without realizing that there are some pretty cool perks that Cal State San Marcos offers on campus. One of those perks is the ASI Leisure Courses that are offered at the Clark Field House. These courses are free for any student that is currently attending our school and those who aren't current students only have to pay a small fee. There are a range of courses that are offered, and each one offers its own unique way of entertaining students while teaching them the basics of the course in a fun and helpful way. Some of the classes that are offered are Ashtanga Yoga, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and even line-dancing. Many of the classes are upbeat and active, which require the students to physically participate during each class session. Ashtanga Yoga is an ancient discipline that helps strengthen the body and focus the mind. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches students the act of self-defense and also helps with relieving daily stress. The line-dancing course that is offered teaches students how to do dozens of line dances for a variety of music. Other classes, such as Pilates and Cooking Seminars, require a little less physical activity and are for students that don't always like to break a sweat. Pilates offers a chance to improve posture, balance, and create an overall healthier body. Cooking Seminars teach students to be able to cook fresh and exciting dishes that they will soon be able to cook in their own homes. Jaimie Schrader, a CSUSM student who works at the Clark Field House, said "the ASI Leisure Courses are a great thing that our school does for us. It gives students a chance to break away from their normally chaotic academic classes and take classes that are more fun and laid back for the average student." College life can be very hectic and some students might get a little overwhelmed at times, but if they have yoga or pilates classes to attend sometime during the day, it can help them relax and focus a lot more. Overall, the ASI Leisure Courses are a great way for students to take part in f un and helpful classes that are offered on campus. Even if you don't feel the need to take time out of your day for a relaxing or entertaining class, it is still an enjoyable way to learn new things that aren't usually taught in our every day academic classes. For more information and a schedule of the weekly ASI Leisure Courses, please see the weekly student calendar online. Ili Campus I \ / o i f i l i §¡1¡!!¡ p i i i f v u i i l u a i v*i mi:Did * to t h è p erso» s ittii^ l ^ h t o d We'relootóngtó liiii M m tibeear!^ H k now-v.. it was said, who said it (minus theii M MUB i peadL m d a ll t h e i me? d e t a i l s ! v : : where.or h-W. • — - Please send t o pride@csusm.edu i v ; | j CDNSUMERfST customer service take up the bulk of The "Shoppers bite back" is the tagline for C onsumerist's the consumer affairs blog, Consumerist. content. Claims com. One look at the content validates the vary from the tagline. In a brutal world of poor customer case of an AOL service, The Consumerist's main objec- s u b s c r i b e r ' s tive is outing businesses for their shady recorded conversation of his attempts to and unethical practices. cancel his service, to a man's disdain as he The Consumerist is owned by blogging was stranded in a foreign country without stronghold, Gawker Media, and is run by access to his Bank Of America account editor Ben Popken, senior editor Meghann after being assured by the company that Marco, associate editor Chris Walters, and he would have no problems with access. One of The Consumerist's most popuweekend editor Carey Greenberg-Berger. The Consumerist focuses on complaints lar topics is the ongoing saga of Walmart's submitted to the editors from real con- selling of a men's t-shirt donning the Nazi sumers facing, or having faced real prob- 3rd SS Division Totenkopf symbol. Upon lems. The Consumerist often takes the The Consumerist's coverage of the story submitted complaints to another level by in November of 2006, Walmart issued conducting additional research, attempt- an apology and announced that they ing to provide the most comprehensive would be pulling all said t-shirts off the shelves. Consumerist readers began subanalysis on the given situation. Another intriguing aspect of The Con- mitting sightings of the shirts at various sumerist's services is the occasional "Phone Walmart locations in the days, weeks and Numbers" posts. These "Phone Numbers" months following the debacle, with the posts give disgruntled users who are upset most recent found on a clearance rack on with frustrating customer service and tech February 24, 2008. The story that origisupport lines another option — the ability nated from a blogger's submission to The to talk to the source. In one of the most Consumerist gained attention from nearly recent posts, The Consumerist says "if every major media outlet, and as a result, you have a Verizon landline issue that has garnered action from Congress in the form been escalated to management but you're of a letter to Walmart's CEO H. Lee Scott still not getting a satisfactory answer, you urging Walmart to remove the insignias may want to try kicking it up to the CEO," from shelves. included are the phone and fax numbers to The Consumerist is a profound resource the CEO's office, as well as the company's for weary consumers to educate themExecutive Customer Support. selves on some of the malicious and othReader submitted complaints, news erwise disagreeable operations of some of of noteworthy scams and stories of poor today's biggest corporations. BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer �Cutting Calories: Is restricting calories the way to go? CSUSM Professor weighs in on the pros and cons with new study i mmune system in relation t o a long-term calorie r estriction. Dr. K ristan f ocused on t his p roposed h ypothesis in her r esearch study completed h ere A r ecent study by D eborah K ristan, Ph.D, of at CSUSM. Dr. K ristan's r esults were p ublished CSUSM d emonstrates t hat " cutting c alories" in t he D ecember 2 007 issue of Aging Cell. may have d etrimental h ealth e ffects. Dr. K ristan, Dr. K ristan explains t hat u ntil recently, only a biology p rofessor s pecializing in physiological f ragments of p arasites—not whole p arasitic ecology, t he biology of aging, and t he e ffects of o rganisms— were used t o t est t he i mmune domestication on m orphology and physiology, r esponse a fter long-term calorie r estriction. I n graciously shared an o verview of t he topic of t hese s tudies w ith p ieces of p arasitic o rganc alorie r estriction. What is calorie r estriction? isms, t he c alorie-restricted g roups h ad a b etter Calorie r estriction is c onfining t he a mount of i mmune r esponse t han t he f ully f ed group. Dr. calories c onsumed w hile still e nsuring p roper K ristan also n otes that p resently only t hree s tudand adequate n utrition (not n eglecting or l acking ies have e xamined t he e ffects w ith i ntact, e ntire t he n ecessary p roportions of p roteins, f ats, and p arasites. Dr. K ristan c omments that t hese t hree carbohydrates, or v itamins and minerals). Long- s tudies, in a sense, t ruly a ddress t he u seful-* term calorie r estriction h as shown t o prolong l ife n ess of long-term calorie r estriction in h umans, with n umerous s tudies i ncluding m any d ifferent b ecause h umans e ncounter intact p athogens, not t ypes of animal^. W hile t his p rocess o ccurs, t he p artial p athogens. m echanisms a re not entirely u nderstood. ScienIn t wo s imilar s tudies done by o ther r esearchtists are exploring and t esting m any h ypotheses ers, one t ested w ith b acteria a nd t he other w ith i n order t o g ain a b etter u nderstanding of how v iruses, t he r esults f ound t hat t he caloriecalorie r estriction relates t o or c auses a longer restricted s ubjects were " worse o f f ' and more l ife s pan. I n p articular, one such h ypothesis is v ulnerable t han t he f ully f ed s ubjects. T his is that the i mmune system works more e fficiently c ontradictory t o what o riginally o ccurred in t he w ith c alorie-restriction. p revious s tudies w ith p artial p athogens. Dr. K ristan s tructured a r esearch e xperiIn t he t hird of t hese r ecent s tudies, Dr. K ristan ment to, t est t his h ypothesis of a m ore e ffective decided t o u se whole, intact p arasitic o rganisms BY Name REDACTED Pride Staff Writer t o m easure t he i mmune r esponse b etween t he t wo g roups. T he p articular p arasite u sed w as a n onlethal p arasite t hat i nfects and i nhabits t he small i ntestines of a m ouse f or a pproximately t hree t o six m onths. Dr. K ristan w anted t o investigate t he s usceptibility of l aboratory m ice t o t his p arasite i nfection in r elation t o a longterm calorie r estriction. I n her r esults, she f ound t hat l ong-term c alorie r estriction i ncreases t he s usceptibility of m ice t o i ntestinal p arasite i nfection. T hese h ealthy and p rospering p arasites w ere not o nly d ependent on t heir i ntestinal e nvironment, but w hen t he w orms w ere t aken out of t he i ntestines of t he c alorie-restricted m ice and p laced in c ultures, it w as clear t he p arasites f lourished, w ere healthy, and h ad a b etter r eproduction r ate t han t he p arasites f rom f ully-fed s ubjects. Dr. K ristan e laborates t hat t hese r esults a re v ery i mportant, e specially t he i mplications f or h umans b ecause if h umans r espond t o longterm c alorie r estriction ( including physiological c hanges t hat m imic c alorie r estriction r esponses) t he same way as l aboratory a nimals, t hen longterm c àlorie r estriction, even w ith s ufficient n utrition, could have h ealth d isadvantages along w ith h ealth a dvantages. Spring Break '07: CSUSM students enjoying time off from classes in Mexico BY ALEX H AND Pride Staff Writer It's that time of the year again! The time when bikinis are in and backpacks are out. It's a time when college students around the nation flock to the beaches in hopes of forgetting everything they had to learn for that midterm the previous week. College Spring Break, originally made famous by MTV, usually has students letting go of all ambitions for a week of f un in the sun. Others use the time to make a difference, volunteering their time to serve the community. Whatever it is, it's not too late to make some last minute spring break plans. Another viable option, especially for the student population of Southern California is going south of the boarder for some spring break madness in Mexico. Stops Photo courtesy Alex Hand / The Pride along the coast in Baja, California (Rosarito and Ensenada) c M be perfect for that "not too pricey" spring break of a lifetime. The rumors are circulating about the current safety ofMexico, so let's just clear a few things up: Yes, there was a travel alert issued by the U.S. Department of State but it also was issued on Oct. 24, 2007. Since then, there have been issues of "narcotics-related violence" but have not targeted U.S. citizens. Some rules of thumb to follow would be to stay away from narcotics and unfamiliar places and to not travel alone (something one should always do when in a foreign country). There are a few different options to make a memorable spring break in Mexico. The obvious one would Catholieiiss Starting March 19th # 9:00 pm Clark 110. Hosted By The Catholic Cfub be to get a few friends together to The 2008 trip is from Mar. 30 to go in on a hotel room in Rosarito Apr. 5. Students interested in next pr Ensenada. Shacking up with year's trip should apply early, as a few close friends in downtown registration for this spring break Rosarito can be an experience of is already closed. The overall cost a lifetime. A hotel room can r un for the trip is $250. The fee covers from anywhere from $75-$200 a all costs, including housing and night and are usually more expen- transportation. sive on weekends. What makes Alternative Spring Another option that many Break so r unconventional in people never think about is look- regards to the traditional college ing for a rental house. With just spring break is that the trip is suba few more close friends, a rental stance free. As previously menhouse could be well within the tioned in The Pride, ASI Director budget. This could be a great Sara Gallegos feels this is a major option considering many of the vantage point. "I think giving sturental houses down south are in a dents the option to participate in gated community, which adds to a substance-free Spring Break is the safety factor. Rental houses in a great thing. Not all students are Baja usually go for $250-$500 a interested in doing the 'typical' Spring Break activities;' said Galnight depending on the size. For those looking for a more legos. | unconventional spring break, The program has proved to spike ASI's Alternative Spring Break the interest- o f CSUSM students provides a great opportunity to across campus. Students have make a difference. In its f ifth already been selected and are pre-, year, the program is teaming up paring for the trip with bi-weekly with Habitat for Humanity to meetings and fundraisers to help go back to New Orleans. Last alleviate the cost. For anyone else year ASI sent eight students and looking to make a difference this two staff members to help bring spring break» there,are many local back life to New Orleans after charities and philanthropic causes the devastation left by Hurri- Ho , get involved with. Serving cane Katrina—apparently they the community is a great way to feel that the work is not yet fin- f bfeakthe stereotype of the college ^ ring breakfnade by MTV. Still not sold on anything? There are a few more options to consider for Spring Break '08. Companies such as S.W.A.T. and STA Travel offer package deals for college students to enjoy themselves in the sun. Conveniently enough, the trip for S.W.A.T. this year is planned for Rosarito, Mexico. STA Travel on the other hand has trips available all over including Mexico, Hawaii, Jamaica and even Fiji. More information regarding prices and what's included can be found online on the companies' websites. Another popular choice for spring breakers on the west coast is Lake Havasu. Havasu never fails to entertain thousands of college students each year. Just a short drive from Southern California, Havasu is a place to play .during the day and party at night. Just remember that being in the .United States, the same rules apply regarding drinking age. v J o t op it o ff, if nothing else soiirids too promising, a trip home ,to spend some quality family time is always something to fall back orj. Spending some time with the folks ànd catching u p with old friends could be just what the college student needs after a stressful first half of spring semester****^ �FEATURES When I grow up... teaching English overseas post-grad THE PRIDE BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Many students in college struggle to hone in on a specific career choice a fter graduation even a fter declaring a major. While the decision to continue on to graduate school following a bachelor's degree is decreasingly becoming a luxury and more of a necessity in today's j ob market, alternative options are out there that may prove as more of a personally rewarding experience. Teaching English overseas is j ust one opportunity students out of college can experience. There are many programs established currently that train students with the skills necessary t o teach English in another country. Oxford Seminars is one example. Est a b lished in 1992, the program not only prepares students with an u p to date Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages/Foreign . Languages (TESOL/TEFL) training certification course, but also pledge stu dent placement within six months a fter completing certification with a Money Back Guarantee. The course is offered at college campuses all across the United States and Canada. On Tue. April 29, Oxford Seminars will hold an information session at the University of San Diego at 7 p.m. The closest campus to hold certification courses is currently the University of San Diego. For more information, visit http://www.oxfordseminars. com. The Pride contacted a recent graduate f rom Azusa Pacific University currently teaching English to children in China. "If someone would have told me about teaching English overseas I would have said ' No way,'" said Taylor Bartlett, who majored in Social Science [History and Government}. "But someone told me about the opportunity about three months before I would have to go and at that time, I didn't have anything really set u p so I thought I would give it a try." The intrinsic rewards are endless when given the o pportunity to teach others. Immersion into another country also gives teachers the chance to learn new lan- Tuesday Manh / / , 2008 guages arid appreciate other cultures and traditions. Oftentimes, American teachers travel together and live in the same or proximate locations. "Basically, I love my job. I teach 20 hours a week. I am doing so much over here that sometimes it feels like I am not even a teacher. In my spare time I like to * play sports with the students. I play soccer with them (although basketball is very popular because of Yao Ming) and I do play ping-pong. I am also teaching myself Chinese." Other countries offer TESOL positions as well. Oxford Seminars place students in Western and Eastern European countries including France, Germany, Russia and Greece. Hong Kong, Japan, Vietnam and T hailand are some examples in East/Southeast Asia. Latin American countries include Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, and Mexico as well as others. While in the Middle East students have the opportunity to visit Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. "I get 5,000 RMB a month and f ree housing. This is a high paying j ob in China. The minimum wage in China is 600 R MB per month. If I really wanted to save money I could, but I am traveling around about once a month. I have been to many places in China, and during my winter holiday I went to Thailand to get some sunshine and ride an elephant!" Although some may worry that overseas work could be dangerous compared to work in the States, Bartlett assures that working in China is just as safe, if not safer, than the United States. "Protection here as an American Citizen is fine. I have never had a problem. China likes the US, well the business side of things. And in China it is illegal to have a gun, so there are no problems with that. The Chinese people like to keep to themselves. There are little crimes here and there, mostly petty theft. Someone stole my bike, but nothing serious." According to Oxford Seminars, there are oyer 20,000 teaching jobs available around the world monthly. "I would recommend teaching overseas to anyone and everyone. All of my friends continually tell me how lucky I am. You have the rest of your life to work. I think people should take a year for themselves," said Bartlett. "After college and into the big world is a big transition arid many people get stuck in a rut right away but I think that going overseas is a great experience to learn about yourself and who you want to be in the years to come." Photos courtesy of Justin Bartlett Entire schools in China reserve 20 minutes every morning for excercises. Bartlett's classroom of about 50 students; small compared to average class size in China. s uccessful f uture? d o m m pmgn&ncy or STD fit S x i t o y o u r ¡ plaits? Make informed* healthy, c o n f i d e n t dhoices* CHOICE real am wets, real kelp, 760.744.1313 Mftichoiceiiit 27?$ $mMmtrn^mM * p m$nm€$ tests • pregnancy options a nd abortion counseling * S ID t -diicut ten a n d • s upport m rv teff pmm.itton �s Contraceptive A bstinence is the only 100% safe way to prevent against both pregnancy and STI's, in addition to HIV and AIDS. B irth Control Pills There are many brands of birth control pills (oral contraceptives) but all are different depending on which hormones tney contain. Birth control pills also vary on the pill cycle: with a cycle having 2 1 active pills and 7 inactive pills, 24 active pills and 4 inactive pins, or 2 8 active pills. Birth control pills work by releasing synthetic hormones that prevent ovulation. Typically the duration of the inactive pills is when the womanrakingthe pills would menstruate. However, there are other newer pills on the market that change the menstrual cycle completely, allowing a woman to only nave her period 4 times a year. When used and prescribed correctly, birth control pills are supposedtobe 99% effective in preventing pregnancy, but no! effective in preventing STI's or HIV and/or AIDS. c ervical cap A cervical cap is a barrier method of contraception compared to hormonal methods like birth control pills. It is a small thimbleshaped device that is inserted into the vagina, and covers the entrance to the cervix. It should be fitted by a physician or medical professional to insure proper fit arid efficiency. It should be used along with spermicide in order to correctly prevent pregnancy. The cervical cap is thought to be at least 86% effective against pregnancy when used correctly. Tne cap comes in 3 different sizes but the correct size should be determined by a doctor. It should be inserted prior to intercourse and should be left in for at least 6 hours after intercourse. For more information, please visit plannedparenthood.org or smartersex.org. Information and layout by Amanda Andreen EContraceptive Pill mergency K -Y Personal Lubricant "Plan B® is an emergency contraceptive that can still prevent a pregnancy after contraceptive failure, unprotected sex, or sexual assault. Plan B® should be taken within 3 days (72 hours) of unprotected sex and can reduce the risk of pregnancy by up to 89%. But the sooner you take it the more effective it will be. Plan B® is not RU-486 (the abortion pill); it will not work if you are already pregnant. This information is directly from www.gotoplanb.com K-Y Brand has an extensive line of lubricants, massage oils and vaginal moisterizers thai can b e used with condoms and/or many other forms of contraception. •mmmM-wmue^ mm^^mmmm L mmmmmmm* oestrin 24 FE This is a birth control pill that promises shorter periods. It is considered a "low" dose pill, and contains estrogen, ethinyl estradiol and the rogestin norethindrone acetate. According to iehDA^ Loestrin 24 FE is also the only pillon the market that uses the lowest effective dose of estrogen of 2 0 meg/pill. www.loestrin24Tcom B Delfen is a vaginal contraceptive Toam that can be used to prevent pregnancy. It contains nonoxynol-9 and is an effective form of birth control that is available without a prescription. However, it does not prevent a gainstanySTrsorHIV.lt is also hormone-free. Genora Genora is an estrogen and progestin combination birth control pill used to prevent pregnancy, for more information, please see the manufacturer website: www.genora.com Hormonal Methods Hormonal methods include all forms of birth cpntrol. the Ortho-Evra Patch, the NuvaRing, the Emergency Contraceptive Pill, and Implanon. I mplanon A diaphragm is a rubber dome that is flexible and holds spermicide. It is placed inside the vagina much like a cervical cap, as it is a barrier method, and fits over the cervix and is held in place by the vaginal muscles. A diaphragm should be left in place for 6 -8 hours and is 8 5-96% effective against pregnancy. Condoms are the only form of protection that can protect against pregnancy. STI s, and prevent the spreaaof HIV and AIDS. Condoms come in all sorts of colors, flavors, brands and sizes. When used correctly, condoms are 9 9% effective in preventing pregnancy. Different manufacturers produce condoms of varying lengths and widths. Condoms that come witn the spermicide ; nonoxnyol-9 should not be used for any form of intercourse other than vaginal, as the spermicide can cause damage to other sensitive tissues. Condoms are a barrier method and contain no hormones. They are also easy to use and inexpensive compared to other barrier methods. IMPLANON" / lefcrogeärel o pfert} e feg f Implanon is a small implantable hormonal contraceptive that once inserted is effective in preventing pregnancy for up to 3 years. Implanon is a flexible rod of plastic fnat ¡s the size of a matchstick and is inserted into a woman's arm. There could be side effects or a decrease in efficiency depending on the individual and possible medication interactions. Implanon was approved in 2006 by the FDA to replace the previous implant. Norplant. Implanon uses the hormone etonogestrel. Please ask your doctor or refer to the manufacturer website: www.implanon-usa.com for further information. Diaphragm Male Condom ^ jellies Spermicidal jellies are another barrier method. They are inserted into the vagina prior to intercourse and are supposed to kill and immobilize sperm to prevent the fertilization of the ovum. When used alone, spermicides can only be 71-85% effective. For more prevention, using a second method will probably decrease the chance of conception. •luvaRing "JheNuvaRing is a once a month form of birth control that comes as a flexible and comfortable ring that is inserted into the vaqina. It is . approximately 2 inches in diameter and once . in place, the muscles of the vagina hold the ring in place as it slowly releases progestin and < ?SESff i M . l h f l i - f i W o f 3 w e ® k s A f t e r t h e 3 weeKs, the NuvaRing is removed and the 4th w eekjust like during the 4th week of a birth ^ ^ . P ' W c t e , isthe menstrual cycle. If used correctly, the NuvaRing is supposed to be 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. www.nuvanng.com 0 rtho-Tricyclen Lo Ortho-Tricyden Lo is another tow-dose hormone form of birth control. This pill uses the 21 active pills, 7 inactive piHs cycle, and is not fully effective for the first 7 days of use, so it is recommended to use a second form of contraception when starting — this pill, and most other hormone-based birth control pills. www.thepill.com �f rom A t o Z w hat's o ut t h ê f e a n d w h a t to T w The l oday Sponge the P at c h la The once a week birth control patch is the first of its kind to be approved in the U.S. The hormones estrogen and rogestin in the Ortho-Evra Patch enter \e oloodstream by being applied directly to the skin. When used correctly, it is supposed to be 99% effective, just as effective as any other form of bill control. The Patch is supposed to be another convenient option for women because it applies directly to the skin, is discreet and only has to be applied once a week. www.orthoevra.com B A hormone-free option for women. According to the manufacturer's website, the Today Sponge is "made of a soft, disposable medical grade polyurethane foam that feels like natural vaginal tissue, the Today® Sponge contains the widely used spermicideriondxynol9. The MY e measures only 1.75 inches in Today® S|~ inches in thickness. After the diameter an< e is moistened with water and Today® inserted into tl e vagina, it becomes effective immediately and protects against pregnancy for the next 24 flours." It is available without a prescription, and is disposable after one use. It is typically available at most pharmacies and drug stores/and a 3-pack of sponges can run from $7.50 to $10. w UN/ U IN/ * C7 1 1 1 w l . • «. M v r w / I I IV/U VIIVl/IIW u Intra U terine Contraceptive Devices Quit takiiag risks and explore the contraceptive options available to you. Reality Female Condom The Reality Female Condom is made out of polyurethane and could be described as a sheath or a pouch. At each end of the female condom is a flexible ring. The open end of the condom allows insertion and the closed end of the condom is placed inside the vagina and held in place by the vaginal muscles. It is designed to be loose-fitting as not to interrupt the pnysical experience of intercourse, and there is a silicon-based lubricant inside most female condoms. This is also a barrier method, and should NOT be used when a male conaom is also being used as the friction between two condoms could cause potential damage to either or both of the condoms and lead to an increased chance of pregnancy or exposure to STI's. s easonale & Seasonique Seaonale and Seasonique are two new oral contraceptive pills that vary from the normal birth control pills because« they allow women to have only 4 scheduled periods a year. Rather than taking 3 weeks of „ active pills, users take 3 months of active pills. Both brands work the same as . other pills, and both are 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. To find out more about the two pills, please visit: www.seasonaie.com There are two kinds of Intrallternie Contraceptives/ Devices currently available; Mirena and ParaGard. Mirena and ParaGuard are both small T-shaped pieces of plastic that are inserted into a woman's uterus by a doctor. ParaGard has a small amount of natural )er coppe wrapped around it and it is hc normone free, which means it is an Intrauterine Device because the copper prevents sperm from fertilizing an egg. Mirena is an Intrauterine Contraceptive because it releases a small amount of hormones and is effective for up to 5 years. ParaGard can stay in place and be effective for up to 10 years, however it can be used tor however long the user decides to keep it in place. Mirena is 99.9% effective and ParaGard is 99.4% effective. Both are designed to fit comfortably in the uterus. Neither the user nor the partner will feel an l UCor an IUD during intercourse. For more information on both Mirena and ParaGard, please visit: www.mirena-us.com and www. paragard.com» V aginal Contraceptive Film (dissolving spermicide film) Vaginal Contraceptive Film is a small piece of transluscent film that once placed high inside the vagina, as near to the cervix as possible, dissolves into a gel. VCF contains the powerful spermicde nonoxynol-9 at a dosage of 28%. VCF only prevents pregnancy and does not protect against any STI's or other diseases. VCF can be inserted right before intercourse. A 9-pack ot VCF costs about $10. know ithdrawal This is neither a recommended method, nor is it a safe or effective method to prevent pregnancy or to protect yourself against STI's or exposure to hflv and AIDS. According to plannedparenthood.org, women can still become pregnant from pre-cum, making this method highly risky for not only pregnancy, but also increases chances of passing an STl or other disease to your partner. There are NO e Xcuses for having unprotected sex Y az According to the website for YAZ, it is the only pill form contraceptive that both prevents against pregnancy and helps treafthe symptoms of PMS and PMDD (Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder). YAZ is also FDA approved for the treatment of acne. YAZ is taken in a 28 day cycle with 24 active pink pills that contain drospirenone ,& ethinyl estradiol and 4 white inactive pills. When taken correctly, YAZ can be up to 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. www.yaz-us.com z ovia Zovia is an oral contraceptive birth control pill that contains progestin and estrogen, so it is referredrto as a combination pill. Zovia is intended to prevent pregnancy, and should not be taken for any other reason. Zovia comes in two different doses (hormone strengths). Please talk to your health care provider for more information. WÊKÊÊÊÊÊÊÊmÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊt Additional resources: www.plannedparenthood.org www.planned.org (for SD location info) www.csusm.edu/sncs www.smartersex.org www.safesex.org www.webmd.com www.birthcontrol.com The Pride is not endorsing or encouraging any type of sexual activity. This feature is for educational and awareness purposes only - to simply serve the campus community with the latest information on contraception and sexual health. We are not recommending any of the described'contraceptives. 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For those of you who don't speak Latin, it's a device, usually divine, magical, or technological, which allows the character to solve an unsolvable problem. It's a cop out, an excuse for an improbable plot to shamble on when it should have had the decency to die. I'd write "spoiler alert," but there's really nothing to spoil. The main character's problems were solved, in sequence, by getting stuck in a net and getting his spear stuck in a rock. Then, obviously, he received help from carnivorous ostriches, a saber tooth tiger, a star, a blind albino-midget, a scar on "[his] woman's" hand, a mammoth, an old woman and some beans. No, really, it all makes sense. The beans grew into grass, which can apparently feed an entire tribe. I guess they were secretly made of lawnmowers. Really, it all fit into the prophecies. 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Trilla'1 : ' f eatures collaborations with R. Kelly, Nelly, Jay-Z, L Wayne, and more. H IHiHHHHHHHIHH^HI costumes made it hard to keep a straight face, and the dialogue made me die a little inside. I can't think of many worse theater movies, mostly because movies this bad usually make lip for their inadequacies with nudity. Do yourself a favor: drink a lot before you go, or go see something else. One way or the other, spare yourself the irritation of having to remember 10,000 BC. Photo courtesy Warner Bros. Saber-toothed ridiculousness in 10,000 BC. "The Office" is the best show on television BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer It dares to ask what happens when a salesperson puts his colleague's stapler in Jell-o. The background of the characters and the way they interact make the show the perWith the arduous fect microcosm. Writer's Strike of The office building is seemingly "a char2008 over, it is time acter itself as emotions rise and fall. While to concentrate once remaining funny, it examines the interacagain on America's tions of people. The friendships and relatrue pastime - teletionships make the show appealing and vision. Though the give the characters depth. Though he is not strike cut the "The Office" in the middle a real person, fans of the show could write of its fourth season, it will be returning to a long biography on Dwight K. Schrute. the air April 10, according to NBC.com. As Very often, I could compare watching "The the saying goes, one never fully appreciates Office" to peeking into someone else's life something until it is gone. As I have not and gaining the insight from his/her strugbeen able to fill the void since the show's gles and triumphs in the workplace. departure, ^understand this. I have also The final and deepest level of "The concluded that due to this shows humor and Office" is its cultural insights on diversity. cultural insight, it reigns supreme. No other show is as intriguing while still Unlike any other show, "The Office" is containing a thoughtful display of social very acceptable on three distinct levels. issues. In several episodes, wisdom overThe first and most basic is its comedy. It is comes prejudice. without a doubt one of the funniest , shows The characters that unknowingly dison television. The antics of Steve Carell's criminate against and make unfair judgcharacter, Michael Scott, and the work- ments against minorities have circumstance place shenanigans leave viewers laughing show that they are fools. For example, when straight though. However, it is not a one Michael makes a gay bashing joke, the show trick pony. portrays him as ignorant. This is the same It perfectly mixes laugh aloud moments for abuse against women, other races, and with simple jokes to make viewers smile blue-collar workers. Those who are wise in and chuckle. Those who work behind the diversity show other characters the error camera have been able to adopt moments of their ways. In this way, the show subtly from Ricky Gervais' BBC show while also teaches viewers to be betjer people. being original and creating fresh material. Because of these levels, "The Office" is The humor is*so acceptable one does not the best show on television. It is funny and have to work in an office to appreciate it. engaging for almost anyone, but it encourThe show also works on the level of ages social change while it entertains. being an examination of an office worker. �Cougar Track and Field Softball goes 4-0 in busy weekend of play Dominates the San Diego City Championships BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer Thomas McDougal combined for an overall time of 3:20.80 to take the event Originally scheduled for hands down. UCLA, the Cougars Track and The women proved to Field team decided to take their dominate as well. In the first meet of the spring season 3,000 meter r un, the standto the San Diego City Champi- ings were over-run by an onships instead. It was reported all-CSUSM podium with the that the schedule change was women t aking the top four made for reasons p ertaining to places in the event. Leading the cost. the pack was Dallon WilNevertheless, the men and liams who finished with a women of CSUSM made an time of 10:19.36. Also on incredibly strong showing at the women's side, Samantheir spring season debut. Com- tha Showns ran a time of peting against U.C. San Diego, 57.50 to place second in the San Diego State, and Point 400-meter dash. Loma, the athletes pulled o ff Coming o ff i njury to make extremely decisive victories in his season debut was f reshsome events and made a very man runner, Sid Robinson, strong showing in others. finishing with a time of Senior, Billy Walker, gave 51.80 in the men's 400-meter perhaps the strongest perfor- dash. When asked what he mance of the day, w inning expects out of the season both the men's 100-meter and a fter such a p owerful start, 200-meter dash with times of Sid responded, " I'm pretty 11.15 and 22.58, respectively. excited. We've got a really Walker was also a p art of the solid and deep squad this winning 100-ftieier relay team year. I 'm j ust really excited which consisted of Thomas to see how everyone proMcDougal, Austin" Sylvia, and gresses". Adam Leidigh. The Cougar's next meet is The men's 4x400 team also scheduled for Friday at the \ypn decisively. Cory D art, Nick Occidental Distance Classic. Stein, Kevin Ott Wright, and CSUSM Softball competed in the Sun West Tournament at Chapman University on Saturday - a day that would see the first no-hitter by a Cougars pitcher in the history of the program. The Cougars faced Bethany University in game one of the month long round-robin tournament. CSUSM had perviously shutout Bethany in a doubleheader earlier in the season (10-0, 8-0), and the trends would carry over to Saturday's game. The Cougars shut out the Bruins yet again, by a score of 8-0. Freshman, Ashley Salvino struck out three in five innings pitched to log the first ever nohitter in the history of CSUSM softball's two year existence. Her run support came early as the Cougars scored two runs on three hits in the top of the first inning, one in the fourth and five in the f ifth to force the mercy rule. The Cougars carried the momentum into game two of the day, defeating the Northwest Christian Beacons handily, 9-0. Freshman, Marly Barth led off the second inning with a solo home run and struck again in the third to open the game up en route to the big win. The Cougars will continue their play in the Sun West tournament on Friday, March 21. The Cougars continued their dominant play as they returned home on Sunday to face Dominican University, winning both game of the doubleheader, 5-4 and 5-0. In game one, Junior, Melissa Lerno was lights out at the mound, fanning 13 batters in a complete game outing. Game one saw extra innings as the teams took a 3-3 tie into the eighth inning. Dominican scored one run in the top of the eighth, however CSUSM fought off what would have been their first loss in the month of March as freshman, Lise Leibl drove in the gamewinning run after Dominican walked in a run to tie the game. Staying constant with their trends of late, the Cougars carried their momentum into game two of the doubleheader, winning handily - 5-0. Freshman Brenna Sandberg improved her record to 6-2 with a seven inning, seven strikeout, two-hit performance. The Cougars big weekend improves their record to 16-6 on the season. The Cougars face the University of San Diego Toreros on Thursday at 5 p.m. CSUSM baseball came out of a tough week of play 1-1-1 - one win, one loss, and one tie. BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer The win came on Tuesday in a 13 inning shootout at San Diego Christian. The Cougars rallied in the top of the 13th, ultimately leading to a 6-3 victory sparked by an Austin Way RBI double. The loss occurred against the NCAA Division III #1 ranked Chapman Panthers. The Cougars were set up for an upset as they took a 3-2 lead into the top of the eighth inning where Chapman scored two r uns on four hits. The tie came Friday at Cal Lutheran. The Cougars battled to a 11-11 stalemate a fter mounting a n ine-run comeback - the largest in the team's history. The Cougars record on the season is now 8-9-1, they will face Vanguard University today at 2:30 p.m. at Vanguard. SU E T T D NS A SI ELECTIONS wow win m mm A mmma? Vote for your 2008/2009 ASI Board of Directors Polls open Monday, March 24 Polls close Thursday, March 27 ar 5:00 PM REMEMBER TO VOTI AT www.csusm.edu/yote E E TO MEEK: LCI N MONDAY, M R H 21 TO T U S A , M R H 17 AC H RD Y A C T h e position of Layout Assistant Is ll^BmmHabjaContactNickStrizverat ft@gmail.com attn:Layout I �Doin' Time T BY JON THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer 1# -- - Dr. Ashely Lucas performs adapted monologues to portray the reality of the broken prison system man; a preacher giving a Kwanzaa sermon; and a little girl, teddy bear in hand, anxiously awaiting her Dr. Ashley Lucas is very literally Daddy's release, just in time for her a one-woman show, as she demon- birthday party. These are just a few strated to CSUSM students and of Lucas's heartfelt characterizacommunity members who filled tions, based on prisoners, family Markstein Hall to its full capac- members of prisoners and activity for her performance. Lucas, ists she interviewed, adapting the who has been personally affected monologues to protect the identities by the incarceration and repeated of the people being portrayed. Getparole violations of her own father, ting more than one laugh out of the wrote and performs, "Doin' Time: crowd, Lucas never fails to express Through The Visiting Glass." It the pain and distress of her characserves as a creative and artistic ters. Lucas gives, with frightening outlet for the tremendous emo- accuracy, a harshly realistic pertions she herself has experienced, spective of the desperation of the as well as the outpouring of emo- prisoners and of the families they tion from others like her. As stated leave behind ~ rendering the famiby one of Lucas' interviewees that lies of prisoners innocent refugees she portrays in her play: "Creativ- and forgotten victims of the prison ity can get you through the worst system. things in the world." After closing her performance According to Lucas, "When I was brave enough to come out and say, "I am a child of a prisoner," I was overwhelmed by the number of people who came to me wanting to share their stories as they, too, were in similar situations." The massive amount ofresponses Lucas got from families of prisoners, as well as her own experiences, inspired her research. Lucas corresponded with over 400 prisoners and their families. It was through her identifying with the hardships of the families involved, that she created this play, to give a voice to those who are without a voice of their own and are suffering at the hands "of this prison society that we have all conspired to create," in Lucas' words. An endearing, laughable, heavily accented Texan; a single Hispanic mother whose husband is serving life; a African-American woman who fell in love with the wrong fix the societal problems that put people in prison rather than just throwing people away? Get off your butts and figure out what you can do to actually make some positive change." Lucas went on to say: "What does locking these people away accomplish? Eventually these people are put back on the streets with literally nothing, already ostracized from society. We claim to believe in rehabilitation, but all we are doing is just warehousing people for profit. We live in a prison society, where one in every hundred citizens is a prisoner, that's the largest prison population, per capita, than any other time in history, or any other place in the world." Lawston then contributed to the answer, adding, "California to a standing ovation, Lucas and has one of the worst prison mediDr. Jodie Lawston of the CSUSM cal care system in the country. Sociology department, held a ques- Prisoners are treated worse tion and answer session. than animals. After a class One person asked Lucas what action lawsuit by female prisshe would recommend as the oners in, 1995 California's first step of reforming the prison prison medical care has now system, if she had an opportunity gone under federal receivto talk to a politician or official in ership. Essentially, the ^ a position that could make change. women won the lawsuit / Lucas responded," Why, do you but there was know someone like that? Because really no I would love to meet them [while change. By laughing]." 2000, nine I asked, "Why are we locking up w o m e n so many people? How do we make in Califorsociety safe and better?" Lucas nia had died intimated that "Private corpora- from poor or tions, States and prisons should complete lack of not be allowed to profit off of pris- medical care in the Califoroners. We need to stop manda- nia prison system." tory sentencing and rethink how The audience participawe look at convicts. Stop saying tion at times was as raw and things like who is a bad person, or heart wrenching as Lucas' a criminal and these people need to performance. A community be locked up. We need to work to member, identifying herself only as Catherine, stated, "I was recently released after doing an 18-month prison term for computer fraud terminating my thirteen year business career. I have cancer. I was released with no money, medication, no chemotherapy. .. I was placed in a homeless shelter, in the worst part of San Diego, where the streets and surrounding area are over run with crime and drugs. The system doesn't care about the prisoners or their needs. All they are interested in is the money they get per prisoner bed. Our only real hope is people like you [referring to Lucas], who really do care and help to ease the suffering." When asked about her feelings towards her own father's upcoming parole hearing Lucas responded. "In Texas, much like here in California, we make money off of prisons and prisoners. Politicians get elected by being tough on crime and prisoners. My father is getting older and with age comes a higher medical cost and the state ceasing to be able to profit from their labor. Higher cost and lower profits will hopefully make him a better candidate for parole, but we'll have to wait and see." "Here in California, the Prison Guards Union is one of the most powerful unions. They are known for employing lobbyist to push for their causes. While education along with everything else in the state is facing budget cuts at the hands of the Governor. The Prison Guards Union was given a 5% raise this year by the Governor himself," said Lawston. According to The Sentencing Project, an agency for "prison research and advocacy for reform", as of 2005, 2.2 million Americans were incarcerated. China ranks second, holding 1.5 million prisoners, although China has four times the population of the US. Wikipedia indicates in California alone, as of2006,170,000 prisoners occupy facilities designed for 83,000, with most facilities holding more than 200% of their design capacity. According to the US Department of Justice, "Of the 272,111 persons released from prisons in 15 States in 1994, an estimated 67.5% were rearrested for a felony or serious misdemeanor within 3 years, 46.9% were reconvicted, and 25.4% re-sentenced to prison for a new crime." The numbers speak volumes for themselves. In the words ofFyodorDostoevsky, "The degree of civilization in a society can be judged by entering its prisons." Do you think we have a problem? Photo by Jon Thompson / The Pride Illustration by Toria Savey/ The Pride Podcasting: An interview with Richard Smith U/PPH\/ / iscussion nk/»^ A. weekly d^iomicfirt« about soci- iInterested1 i• chances are there n, 1 ety, "Weekend Watches," a look will be a show out there that will at upcoming movies and televi- grab your interest." As technology progresses, new sion shows, "...or do you think forms of media emerge. One of the that's just bo!!#*ks?" a rant about What got you started in podnewest is podcasting, which allows society, "Left Field Cinema," casting? any Internet user to post audio or which features in depth studies "I think the desire to start podvideo online for others to down- of cinema, "Men of the House," a casting comes from listening to load and play on their computer or scripted comedy show, and the self shows and either thinking you iPod. One of the pioneers in this explanatory "Albums You Should could do better, or not finding a industry is Richard Smith. He is Hear" and "Games You Should show that features exactly what the founder of Simply Syndicated, Play." Recently I had the chance to you want it to. That's the beauty the largest independent podcast in ask him about this expanding and of the medium, if you aren't 100% the United Kingdom. His first and free entertainment. happy with it, you can do somemost popular show is "Movies You thing about it." Should See," where each week he How would you describe podWhat are the best and worst and others discuss a casting to someone who is parts about what you do? must-view movie. unfamiliar with it and "The best part is definitely the Other shows why should people be people who listen to our shows. include "Make . interested? Nothing makes your day like an It So," a Star "Podcasts are video or email from someone you've never Trek themed audio shows that you can met, telling you that you make their show, "The download freely. Because day go a little easier or their trip to Definitive of how easy it is to create work f un rather than a chore. The Word, and publish a show, just worst part is the obsession you get about anyone can for download statistics and chart do it. That means position on iTunes. I still continue that there's a the search for a mobile phone that whole range of will let me check our downloads shows cover- on the move." ing just about What is your favorite show that any topic you you do? And by someone else? can think "It's hard to say which is my of. What favorite. I love them all for very Photo courtesy Richard Smith ever you're different reasons. Seeing as you're BY BILL RHEIN B BILL Pride Staff Writer .. asking, I suppose it has to be ...or do you think that's just bo!!*#ks? It's the only place I'm free to be as outrageous as I like." How can people make the podcasting world better? "I've always thought I could do with being more famous than I am,, and there certainly aren't enough photos of me around the internet. Just kidding, podcasting needs to be easier to do. Apple have done a great deal towards that with iTunes and its podcast directory, but it's never good when one company has as much < f a hold over things 5 as they've developed. I'd like to see podcasts available on a variety of devices, like mobile phones." Since you have become a podcaster, how has your life changed? "People send me far more Star Trek DVDs than they used to and I suddenly get far more email in a day than any normal person can handle. I'm ashamed to say that most of it goes unanswered. Apart from that as I said earlier the best part is the people who listen. When I had an operation to remove my appendix, I received a barrage of support and good wishes from people around the world, something that still blows me away today." If someone was interested in their own show, how should they go about doing it? "The most important thing to consider when you do your own show is the subject matter. The key is to cover a topic that you are interested in. Make the show about something you could talk about with no research. If you don't do that you'll make a great deal of work for yourself and it won't be fun." Do you have any final thoughts or comments? "I'd recommend that anyone should have a look for a podcast that interests them. When I downloaded my first one, three years ago, I never thought it would take me on the journey that I'm on." The website for Simply Syndicated is www.simplysyndicated. com, where internet users can find more information on the shows and how to download them. To download the shows on to an iPod, search for "Simply Syndicated" on the iTunes store. Podcasts are a new and exciting media, and even better because they are completely free. �S St. Patrick's Pay Fun! Dot* ReJbgiaiis emblem symbolizing Christianity First p lace g ets a medal. ^^^^^^^^ G reat F ood Over 6 0 H ookah F lavor's Swayze. T aste a ie Dtsapeerkìg Wfe man. m adness. 12 The M an, m e M yth, m e Tbe lighting 14. There ^ e lots o f m ese m Ir eland. 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UVA ffiçgFriendly F ashion S h o w (Em&ti wmfit submissions & prtde@csv$m.ATTN: Cai&ntfär of Events) �14 TuesdayMarch 11, 2008 A&E T H E PRIDE Local artist Tristan Prettyman says BY AMANDA ANDREgN Pride Staff Writer "[Music] kind of saved my life, because I don't know what I would be doing without it," says local folk artist Tristan Prettyman. "It's a blessing to do something you love for a living. The whole thing kind of caught me off guard, but it's just been such an amazing experience/'1 Prettyman—-a San Diego native ^nd local surfing fiend—is home once more from extensive world** wide touring following the 20Q5 release of her debut album, "twentythree." Back home, Prettyman is gearing up for her soph« omore release on Virgin Records, "Hello...x" due out in stores in April, and preparing for the subsequent headlining tour. "For me, this record is definitely a collection. I am dramatic, constantly all over the place emotionally, always changing my mind and things like that, and I think all the songs represent those different parts of my personality. Together all of them, as a whole, represent everything. It's weird, each song is very diverse and different, but there's a constant flow between all of them that makes them connected." In the past, Prettyman has shared the stage with the likes of Jasofi Mraz> G. Love.and S pecif Sauce, ¿nd James,Blunt; Produced. " by British songwriters/producers Martin ^erefe and Saclia Skarbek (who in the past produced Jaines 31unt; KT Tun^tallj and Martin S0xton), > Prettynian ' said the" recording experience o f^Hello.., f with /Tereffe and Skai^ek ,was i r"ama2irig. ' ^ Prettyman spent several weeks in London laying down the tracks1* of. her , upcoiping- album, sbajc• ing in. kjl the- experience had to s • o ffer;'"t ¿pt to g o «over a couple months before just to meet fjiem and " catch %a yi&e and see how ,. we'd work together; We flew into London and went straight to the studio. That first day we had two songs worked out and by the end of the Week we had tracks and came away with four songs which actually we didn't even, change, they went straight on the record. It was just one of those things—",, said Prettyman, "when you meet somebody and you connect like you've known them forever. Like a best girl friend or something— you don't have to explain anything, they just know." Soft and surfy, the tracks off "Hello.. .x" are full-bodied and rich with the passion and delicacy that fills Prettyman's evolving style. "This record was definitely me stopping to take a break and decompress everything and sort through stuff—the feelings and emotions and put it into song," said Prettyman on the inspiration for the album. After a few years of being on the road, moving past relationships and coming into her own with, more confidence:'and stronger vocai prowess, "Hello., .x" is a poispd and fluid 4nt}|olc>gy that'-jcaptures the becentchaptiers in Prettyman's life. When a§ked a bout the album title, Prettyman sai4, 4fI wrote" a song called. 'Hello', an after touting f or so much, i t's like 'Heflo^ I'm Back.' Hello is always like .a new rela- tionship or a new thing, so it was kind of a combination of that, and I thought if was a cute title." - "HeHo.. x " is due out in stores on April 15^, and the headlining tour kicks off hpre in San Diego on March 19th kt The Belly Up Tavern in Solaria Beach. More information is available at www. tristmiprettymari.com. Photo courtesy Tristan Prettyman �A&E THE PRIDE Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Orange County band lends a hand across t he globe BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer When you think of local Orange County music, do you have negative thoughts? If the answer is "yes " I am about to change that forever. This is because of the incredible story of Joe Denges, Justin Dike, Matt Hulet and Dusty Schiefelbein of the band, Hollowell. They've played together for eight years at bars, clubs and even churches up and down all of California. But within the last few years, they've embarked on a few journeys that most local bands never get a chance to experience - going overseas and touring for the soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. Having two overseas tours under their belts, Hollowell is about to head out on their third, but not before taking a short detour to the African country of Swaziland where they will help kids suffering from AIDS, as well as play music for and with them. Hollowell is an alternative rock band based out of the city of Orange, California. A fter the eight years they've been together, three of the original members still remain: Joe, Matt and Justin. Dusty, the newest member of the band, has been with them a little over two years now, and is, according to Joe, "exactly what we were missing." Their previous bassist was a good friend and amazing musician, but he had other avenues he desired to pursue which eventually led t o Dusty, the missing piece of the Hollowell puzzle. While Hollowell has released a few short EPs, it wasn't really until around 2006 that they actually began getting their music out there. First, with a 5-song worship EP, "All I Am" and just this year, a 5-song rock EP, "Are You m Waiting," which gave them much popularity and notoriety from various individuals, and organizations. Beginning on March 13, 2008, Hollowell will b e with a small group of people in the country of Swaziland, helping children suffering from AIDS. When asked what his main goal was in going to Swaziland, lead singer Joe Denges said: "We have a uni- « fied goal for Swaziland. We are trying to set the framework for a much bigger picture of bringing about a positive change in the nation and its people." Drummer Justin Dike says that in going to Swaziland, he hopes to " . . bring hope to a dying segment of my g eneration..." And if nothing else, "my main goal is to be able to just bring smiles to the faces of all the people in Swaziland..." says Dusty Schiefelbein, bassist. But before they come home, they will be playing music for these children and actually leaving their instruments for the children to learn to play - an mow courtesy nouoweu The members of Hollowell pose with military equipment while overseas example of true and caring artists. After returning home from Swaziland on March 23, the guys of Hollowell have less than two weeks before they will board another flight and head overseas to support the troops in Iraq and give them an escape through music. Asking these guys why they keep Playing for the troops is very important to Hollowell, and according to Joe, "Seeing how much they are touched and what it means to them when we go over there makes it more than worth the trip. They're our friends and family, too now." What a life changing event and what an incredible opportunity these mm young men have. Their support and love for the troops is an inspiration, not to mention the fact that it is "freaking f un" according to Justin. Listening to their brand new 5-song rock EP "Are You Waiting" it is easy to understand why they were nominated for "Best Live Electric Band" by the Orange County Music Awards Committee. "I think I'd freak out! [if we won]", Joe says, "It's been a trip for us because we got into the live competition by chance and we were happily going over to play for the troops, surprised to find out we made the Dusty really does speak for all finals." Their rock anthems and crowd of them when he says, "We love playing for our troops! They give favorites such as "Naked" and so much of themselves to fight for "Voodoo" have become favorites what they believe in and to protect on my playlist, as they should on the country we love so much! It is yours. Watching these guys play an honor for us to be able to enter- is a treat. Their presence on stage tain them." is so natural, like they were meant "We love playing for our troops! They give so much of themselves to fight for what they believe in and to protect the country we love so much!" -Dusty Schiefelbein- to play together. It has been a long and hard* road for each of them, but according to their growing international popularity and local fame, I think it it's safe to say that . it was all worth the wait for them. These guys are an incredible success story. No, they aren't on the radio or MTV, but they play all over OC. They have the best fan base, and they've been nominated for an OCMA. They've toured twice overseas in Iraq and are about to go for a third, not to mention their brief stay in Swaziland. So what do they say for those of us who wish to be musicians? Dusty : "Don't give up." Joe: "Don't leave it only up to your talent." And Justin: "Don't quit unless you are hurting someone else. And go to a Hollowell show." I wish them the best of luck as they make the world better with their music. If you would like to know more about Hollowell, please visit their website, www.HollowellMusic.com (currently under construction) or check them out at www.Myspace.com/Hollowell, which is where all the best information about them and their CD can be found. Hollowell's CD can also be purchased on iTunes; you should pick up a copy - and who knows? Maybe t hey'll change your life, too. �i tHDE BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON 0 .75fluidounces of Jameson Irish Pride Staff Writer Whiskey How: Pour Guinness Stout into St Patrick's Day gives thanks a regular glass. Pour Bailey's first and foremost to missionaries. Irish Creanf and Jameson Irish The holiday honoring the famous Whiskey into one shot glass. St. Patrick recognizes a man Drop shot glass into regular glass credited with installing Christian and consume rapidly ideals to a pagan Ireland. FolCost: $6.50 lowing the blessings are joyous Taste: The drink tastes relacelebrations. These celebrations tively smooth for the majority of often entail the consumption of consumption. Then a slight hint liquid cheer. of stout registers to the taste buds. Enjoy St Patty's Day with at Then a glorious sugary taste takes least one of the following five control until the ending. suggested beverages. Prices were One word summary: Fun obtained from Killarney's in #2 Snakebite: Temecula, California. Note that Ingredients: variations of names, ingredients, 8 fluid ounces and prices exist. of Strongbow #1 Irish Car Bomb: Cider, 8 fluid Ingredients: 8 ounces of Harp fluid ounces of Lager Guinness ; Stout, How: In one 0,75 fluid regular glass ounces of combine both Bailey's Strongbow Cider IrishCream, and Harp Lager. IT'S D ay •# # 4 Celtic Martini: Consume leisurely. Ingredients: Cinnamon Sugar, Cost: $5.00 fluid Taste: In contrast to the name, 1.5 of the drink starts smooth, peaks ounces slightly in taste, and finishes even Bailey's Irish Cream, 1.5 smoother. fluid ounces One word summary: Subtle #3 Bushmill's Irish Whiskey: of Jameson Irish Ingredients: 1.5 fluid ounces of Whiskey, dash of lemon juice Bushmill's Irish Whiskey How: Pour How: Shake BaiBushley's Irish Cream mill's Irish and Jameson Whiskey Irish Whiskey into one over ice. Pour shot glass. into a martini glass. Add dash Consume in of lemon juice for flavoring and one swallow. lastly, cover rim of glass with Cost: $5.00 cinnamon sugar. Taste: SurCost: $8.00 prisingly, the Taste: The drink starts off drink starts off smooth but then sweet due to the sugar, then a quickly stings the taste buds, surge of strong whiskey kicks in, sending powerful surges of followed by a hidden citrus flavor, energy to all parts of the body finally succumbing to another causing an almost slight convul- sweet sugary surge. sion. One word summary: EnterOne word summary: Shocking taining #5 Shamrock Martini: Ingredients: 3 fluid ounces of Smirnoff Vodka, 0.5 fluid ounces of Midori Soui? 0.5 fluid ounces of Grand Marnier How: Shake Smirnoff Vodka, Midori Sour, and Grand Marnier over ice. Pour into a martini glass. Add cherry garnish at discretion. Cost: $8.00 Taste: The unique drink has a rollingflavorof apple and alcohol. The continual cycles of flavoring distinguishes the drink from the majority of mixed drinks. One word summary: Creative As respectable Cougars, please drink and drive responsibly during St. Patty's Day. "Slainte chugat" meaning good health to you! Murphy's Red Beer BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer 1979, the brewery began exporting to the United States Heineken Brouof America. In werijen, under 1985, the brewery the supervision of opened up to even Murphy Brewery, more international brews Murphy's Red trade. As of 2006, the Beer in the Netheraward winning 150-year old brewery lands. Star Brand exports to over 40 countries. Imports in New York According to the brewery's website, handles the importawww.murphys.com, they "hope James J. tion of the beer. A would be proud." long and puzzling The cardboard container holds six,' history comprises Murphy Brewery. 12-fluid ounce brown glass bottles. The James Jeremiah Murphy helped run a packaging has many areas of dark red coldistillery in Cork, Ireland. Shortly there- oring. Creatively, the design resembles the after, in 1856, Murphy and his brother Irish flag with a green and white section founded James J. Murphy & Company. followed by a section that portrays the redIn 1861, the brewery was recognized as a dish beer. The bottles contain the same major brewery in Ireland. During WWI, image. A red bottle cap caps a beer with a 18 brewery workers entered the war with 5% alcohol by volume. The six pack retails 10 never returning. for $6.99 at BevMo. In 1920, during the Burning of Cork, the The beer pours smooth with a thin head. brewery lost four build- The head quickly dissolves into a lace ings. In 1924, the brew- retaining the rising carbonated bubbles. ery began advertising. The beer radiates a dark copper, almost During WWII, the reddish color. A toasty biscuit doughy like brewery lost a build- aroma rises from the glass. The beer enters ing during the London the mouth calmly and finishes with a bold f ull flavor like a rap song from Nelly. A slight prickle occurs at the height of consumption. The full-bodied p| beer should pair well with m dinner entrees such as spar ghetti or chicken. • "When I think of Irish beers, I think of Guinness. The | b eet is nothing like Guinness; it's strong and hoppy, reminding me of some of my favorite American c raft brews," said senior business major Bryan Spangenberg. Enjoy St Patty's Day with a great tasting beverage such as Murphy's Red Beer. Please partake in St Patty's Day activities safely and wisely. CheerSK BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer The newest addition to the San Marcos Wal-Mart Plaza on Center Drive, off of Nordahl Road, is the Yogurt Factory/ This store takes a unique look into the world of frozen treats. Like many frozen yogurt stores, there are a variety of yogurt flavors and toppings, but there is something different about this store. Located in a small spot along the row of stores in the plaza, the store is very inviiing. Unlike most stores where customers pick a size of ice cream and pay per topping, this store's policy encourages creativity, because they pay per ounce rather than size. The process of getting frozen yogurt involves taste testing several flavors, then grabbing a cup and swirling in as many flavors one may desire. Following that, the wide variety of toppings, including sauces, fresh cut fruit, candy pieces, and even obscure options such as cheesecake crumbles or breakfast cereal, are all fair game. Because one is billed by weight, you have unlimited options as to how much yogurt or toppings you want. Possibilities range from a plain cup of frozen yogurt to a flavorful hodgepodge of different toppings. I cannot recommend this shop enough. The staff in sincerely friendly and the store is impeccably clean. As for the yogurt, I cannot find a finer frozen treat than their variety of sweet and fruity selections. Yogurt Factory is an original idea done t o perfection. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 budget protest politics religion spring 2008 Sprinter https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/f35119e2c11f1640338971d1ab240645.pdf 4bde48f5c6d258c9f6fd06788cf7214d PDF Text Text FIRST COPY FREE ADDITIONAL COPIES 5(k each CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS www.thecsusmpride.com I N D E P E N D E N T S T U D E N T N EWSPAPER TUESDAY, MARCH 18,2008 VOL. XIX NO. 9 Spring Fling halted early Night under the stars takes terrible turn ASI Elections coming soon BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer BY BILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer Sat. March 15—Spring Fling, the Associated Student Incorporated sponsored event, was cut short after a guest in attendance jumped overboard. The dance, held on the San Diego Harbor Excursions "Spirit Of San Diego" yacht, began late due to a lack of cooperation from many guests in attendance. As the entrance room to board the boat crowded, secu? rity asked guests to separate in two lines: under 21 and over 21. Guests became restless the longer they had to wait. Visibly intoxicated students boarded the yacht, while one guest even vomited on several students. Once students settled on the yacht, they visited the casino tables or the dance floor. However, roughly forty-five minutes after the yacht departed, casino dealers closed their tables and security informed students the dance was over. None of the intended raffle prizes were distributed.'The yacht docked at least an hour and a half earlier, even though the original end-time for the event was 12 a.m. "I am ashamed of our school As Americans contemplate who will be the next leader of our nations, CSUSM students also must pick the new leader of the campus in the ASI elections. According to Student Life and Leadership, the department that facilitates the elections, students will again *be able to vote online. Students can cast electronic ballots on the election days, March 24-27. This year, all positions of the ASI Board are open. These include ASI President and CEO, Vice President of Operations, Vice President of Marketing, Vice President of Finance, Student at Large Representative, and Representatives from the College of A rts and Science, College of Business and Administration, and College of Education. The mission statement of Associated Students Inc. states that members will be responsible for increasing school pride, provid- Photo by Jackie Carbajal Guests argue with security after being asked to leave. right now," said CSUSM business major Kristina Lawler. "I could not believe they allowed people under 21 that were visibly drunk— couldn't even walk-^-on the boat. I even saw two people having sex in the middle of the poker room, next to. the dealer. The security guards came and I heard them say, 'This tìiing is over. Everybody needs to start moving to the front. Somebody just jumped off and we're going back to shore."' See Fling, Page 4 Pizza and Politics Food for thought: Healthcare Strieker provides related articles for students to read beforehand to stimulate discussion during the event. The first article, "Arguments Mount for a National Healthcare System" by David R. Francis, discusses the health care system and the promises made by presidential hopefuls. The second article, "Coming Soon: Healthcare Debate, Fart 2" by Kevin Sack, discusses McCain's aim for tax credits for private insurance policies, Clinton's aim for universal healthcare, and Obama's aim for health insurance for children. "I expected most of the students to be interested in politics but to be relatively naive on the current healthcare issues facing the U.S," said Professor Photo by Adam Lowe / The Pride Barrett. "My goal was to spark Students engage in debate over healthcare. more interest in why national healthcare issues would be important to them, so that they would do the investigations necessary to be better informed Hosted by Student Health and Counseling Services voters. I was very pleased to Mocktails Monday, March 24th find that my expectations were Spring Filing at UVA 3-7 pm wrong — there was a high level Wednesday, March 26th Mocktails of knowledge about the issues J-Spot Sex Educator Tells All ( > 6:30 pm The < among the students attending," Clarke Field House/Student Union Tuesday, March 25th Professor Barrett would like Survivor Fair/ Student Orgs/ Jam Control/ students "to widely spread Thursday, March 3 ÊÊË Salsa Dancing. . .10:30-1:30 pm for the f air Fledge campaign and Fizza ll;3()4:30 pm W alkthe U t e p U I checkpoint See H ealthcare, Page 4 Alcohol Screening VHHHHi ters. The professors in the events are volunteers. During the event, students are encouraged to discuss their opinions in an open and Pizza and Politics hosted the friendly environment. Prior to the fourth event at CSUSM discussing event, students are to read articles healthcare on Thurs. March 13th, relating to the topic. The articles inMarkstein Hall 102 during Uni- and other information regarding versity Hour. Associate Professor the event can be found at www. of Sociology for over 12 years at CSUSM, Dr. Don Barrett, led the discussion. "I counted 80 students, faculty, and staff in .attendance," said Professor Pamela Strieker, Director of the American Democracy Project (ADP) and Assistant Professor of Political Science, with over 11 years at CSUSM. Strieker organized Pizza and Politics which began December 4, 2007. The event consists of professors leading healthy discussions on prominent mat- BY JONATHAN E . THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer csusm.edu/adp. "I hope students, faculty and staff continue to attend the Pizza and Politics and respectfully discuss the issues of the election. There will also be more pizza at the next event. So many attended that we ran out. I'm sorry about that," said Strieker. Safer Spring Break Week See Elections, Page 4 Dream Act forum BY VIRIDIANA PACHECOISACC Pride Staff Writer Cal State San Marcos Sociology professor Dr. Marisol ClarkIbanez knows a special second grader, and it breaks her heart. This student, she said, studies hard, is smart and will often challenge herself to study harder ~ the prototype student that often excels in her educational career. The circumstances, however, are against her. This second grader is among the millions across the country who are illegally brought to the United States by their parents— often becoming Americanized— only to grow up t o fund their opportunities are cut shod upon high school graduation. CSUSM migrant advocate group Esiritu de Nuestro Futuro (Spirit of our Future) held a forum March 13 to bring awareness to SB 160 or the Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act, a legislature that would grant undocumented students who continue on to college the opportunity to apply for legal U.S. residence. The legislation has been reintroduced into the ^ Senate See Forum, gage 4 �i tiE^PjugE E d i t o r i a l ; ¡|Hvms ¡HIB I ill T oria S V V AB Getting involved isn't the easiest thing to do. It is definitely not the easiest thing to get people to do. As diverse as the college camgus may be, we all speak the same language when it comes to our money. Like it or not, with current proposals in place, each and every member of the campus community will see how these budget cuts personally affect them. Increased prices of parking permits will soon be the least of our worries. While the increased permit fees will go to use—in theory, the increase in tuition fees only serve to alleviate the cuts to the CSU system. According to Budget Options for student to get involved Central, CSUSM gets 85% of its revenue from State of California appropriation and State University fees. That same source mentions that the University Budget Committee (UBC) is in charge of deciding how CSUSM will allocate reductions. Each of the five campus divisions (President's Office, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, University Advancement, and Finance and Administrative Services) have been asked to take an 8.15% reduction from their fiscal year 2007-08 permanent revenue. As luck would have it, the state finalizes the proposed cuts during summer break. Although the Governor has to touch up his proposal in May and the finance committees have until June 1 to finalize a bill, similar situations rarely render results by the appointed deadline. If that is the case, we may not know for certain what the final budget is until early fall. The issue is not what is going on but whether anything can be done to change it. The overwhelming majority on campus agrees that this situation is awful. What does this all mean? What can I do about it? Where can I find out more? Visit www.allianceforthecsu. org and www.csusm.edu/plan/ budgetcentral for anything and everything you need to know. Candidates of the presidential primaries have sold promises of change as a theme for the campaign trail. If change is, in fact, the answer—it has to begin at the grassroots. CSU may be the solution but students are the driving force of that solution. Instead of putting the issue on the back burner until fall (when it will be too late to contest it), students need to infiltrate in full force— volunteering, making phone calls, sending letters. .. .by any means necessary. ry W V v peti ars PrideComics ILL T pride@csusm.edu III H ä ^s By Amanda Andreen • By Nick Strizver ISlCNtfWOft > < 8:30 pm A ll opimom * a nd l etters t o Tnv^sJ« -f ù w ¿fa ACs\ *.•"> é i ¡¡Mil QT mm. A the majority opinio* dt Hie Pride editoria! boa*4 Letters to the editor shou Id »Hmbene-maiiand identifia catioo> letters iii&y edited J i r ;, $mmmr mi l eagtiL * î l^t^rs shouldjbe under 300 words and submitted v^ Sttitói® Planning of Spring Fling: Many, many hours* Cost of renting boat: Thousands of dollars. Transportation to San Diego Harbor: Hundreds of dollars in gas. Having someone jump off the boat: Price,less. 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They also contained significantly less false advertising than those frosted circus animals (At the age of 5, I went to the circus expecting to see pink-spotted deliciousness and instead got a bunch of depressed elephants.) After years of eating your product though, I can no longer eat or sleep until I bring a problem to your attention. With every box I open, I should be able to start an entire zoo on my tabletop. Yet, as with a classic example from a box consumed on March 17,2008,1 got five sheep and only half of a hippo's hind end. To be perfectly honest, cracker people, I am no shepherd. Nor would I take anyone to a zoo that had five sheep, a couple camels, a hippo's bum, and only the trunk of an elephant. I have a walrus without a head. What do you expect me to do? Call Ripley's Believe It or Not? Open a sideshow? SETTLE FOR LESS THAN I DESERVE?!? In addition, I've had an extremely tough week. I understand that divine healing, funeral arrangements and hair straightening probably don't fall under your company's jurisdiction, but I really don't know how I'm expected to accomplish or support any of those things when all I have is one left side of a rhinoceros. Perhaps it isn't your fault as employees of the Cracker Zoological Foundation. Perhaps these are all accidents that happen during shipping. But I beg you, please consider taking a more proactive approach. If these "accidents" all happen during transit, then there is veritable massacre taking place between your holding pens and the supermarkets of this country. As responsible entrepreneurs, I would advise you to consider other methods for moving your animals. Perhaps if you put them in breathable crates, with each animal surrounded by its own silk pillows, I wouldn't have just the tail and a single rear leg of a donkey. Illustration by Amanda Andreen you re not i nt e n tionally trying to upset me, and I'm aware that no problem can be resolved until it is brought to a company's attention. But now that you know, please, I beg of you, take the necessary steps so that I, and the good people of this nation, never have to settle for headless lions again. Love and kisses, Toria oice What are your plans for spring break? i ' m probably p s^cWia hang out in my ha| Poway, CA, w ithpf homles d from sdiool * J , ! I & ;> V::* Jay Rosen Freshmn Siteäctually not doing muchforspring b*eak, mostly ;; trying tofinda job:' ": ¿* ,/ • * Sophamtm ^^mWmf f phriB m epymg^ Germany so I get to ^ » H 'ctegifor i p p ^ ^ m e k . . .so exciting/' want to go t oB^ic^Rth my boyfriend,. .I've l ^ ^ ^ r a n t e d to go toTSabo m l opeftfc I'll get to go/' IIM ¿JlSfe - happens! Somftîbbi^ jF™ 'Rs^jtof^ lAMm&Stvl&i Amimi Fernet fresHïfian^-m. H �From HEALTHCARE, page 1 From F LING, page 1 the energy seen in the room — to work to create a more informed and motivated electorate across the count." The next and final Pizza and Politics for this semester takes place on April 22, Earth Day, in Markstein Hall 102 during University Hour. Professor Bray will lead a discussion on the environment. A trend shows increasing attendance. Therefore, attendees should arrive as early as possible. "Maybe I would like to see Pizza and Politics as a permanent function. I think it would be interesting and effective with a few revisions," said Sophomore Social Science Major Gabriella Pruitt. Future topics for next semester include poverty and the economy, immigration, and the 2008 Presidential Election. ADP also plans to co-sponsor mock debates for students. "If you have a chance, you really should make it to one of these meetings. They are very informational, and it is not useless information. It is stuff about our lives. So at least attending one would be beneficial to each of us, I think," said Senior Literature and Writing Major Adam Lowe. Disappointed guests departed for their cars while many others waited for the Party Bus to return. "The Titanic was less of a disaster. It was basically pure insanity. Tons of drunk minors. Unsafe and irresponsible," said guest from CSUSB Tom Buck. "But it was amusing to watch." Attempts to identify the status of the individual who jumped overboard have not yet been confirmed. Investigations are still ongoing regarding the other students under 21 present at the event. "If there is an alcohol violation and there is an active From FORUM, page 1 after numerous attempts to be passed into a bill. "We are not asking for free money," said CSUSM student and Espiritu member Gricelda Alva. "But for opportunity to be able to work and contribute to the economy. We are raising awareness, trying to get support and social change." Under the Dream Act, undocumented students will not be eligible for free finan- Brian Buttacavoli - V.P.of From ELECTIONS, page 1 Marketing ing functions and programs for Gil Cardenas - V.P.of Marketing students, and serving the needs Stephen Castro - V.P. of Finance of the students in a business-like Zachary de la Pena - President manner. The President, which is & CEO the highest ranking position on Giovanna De Los Reyes - Arts & the Board of Directors, has the Sciences responsibility to be the student Amethyst Hills - Arts & Sciences oversee and meet and communi- Alexander Hoang - President & cate with other members, groups, CEO faculty, and students. The ASI Jessica Mills - V.P. of Marketing website provides information on Zach Morrison - Rep. at Large the direct tasks of each position. Sabrina Oleson - V.P. of Each focuses on building the Marketing school into a community of lead- Gary Osberg - President & CEO ers, to promote success as stu- Conrad Ottey - V.P of Finance Christian Pedersen - V.P. dents and leaders. : The campaigning students External Affairs desire to be role models for Amanda Riley - V.P. Operations others and uphold the core values Kayla Robinson - Rep. at Large of diversity* efficiency, advocacy, Brittany Russo - Business Rep Angela Stubbs - External Affairs visionary, and communication. Raisa Alvarado - Arts & Sciences Lynn Torbert - V.P. Operations Travis Wilson - Rep. at Large Benjamin Bertran-ttarris - Arts Felipe Zenartu - Education Rep & Sciences report about someone being publicly intoxicated at a campus event or related event, that could be grounds [for investigation]," said Associate Dean of Students, Gregory J. Toya. "At this point, there are no alcohol specific cases. And if there was, regarding individuals, I can't disclose information because ofFERPA." According to the U.S. Department of Education, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), protects the privacy of student education records by Federal law. "ASI and Student Affairs are still investigating the situation," said Coordinator of Student Activities, Photo by Jackie Carbajal Sara Gallegos. "Students shouldn't Security ushers guests outside due to a lack of cooperation believe all the rumors." concerning undocumented students on top of workload for classes include: fear of deportation, an unfriendly campus climate, severe economic hardship, family stress due to immigration problems, and the issue of misinformation. "There is big divide between dream and reality at the high school level, there is so much potential yet so much waste," she said. "I believe in equity, fairness and the power of education. If you have earned it... then you should have the opportunity to soar and achieve our dreams, and this is what the Dream Act is for." Alba said CSUSM students who are undocumented do not need to worry about an unfriendly campus environment. "We are a group to encourage undocumented students," she said. "We want to make them feel like they are not alone, even though they may think they are. Don't let your status define who you are." iví: -.^ V cial aid, but will have the opportunity to apply for student loans. It caters mostly to the thousands of students in the state that graduate from high school and college but are unemployable for professional jobs due to their immigration status. During the event Espiritu collected more than 140 signatures on letters of support for Senator Gil Cedillo (D-Los Angeles), the author of the legislation. Ibanez, a guest speaker at the forum, said the five main things ïW^-'iï'W - 'lìI t ?0 " " * ' 5 : * - '' gig JRJ CQ C D Ut £ r ~~~ : R ^ Ä h e P r i d e r iiext i m f ò D Qi i/i iv^^v ^^ M . wa-,it*r ; yw g *u » 1 v «^ « COUGAR WATCH K mmm m eve o n t he U» (tm m-tmt __ : ¡§¡1 Read the Pride |j|!|illliie;at www; thecsusmpride.com H e l p is n e e d e d : Your Turn Com* and i§nm how yw ma msk0 a diifwmm mmmêsi INFORMATION SESSION Tuesday, March 25, 12:00 p.m. ¿ | f f Markstein Haii 102 www.peacacorps.gov (800) 424-8580 Movie Made Productions Expanding Extreme Sports Production Company is looking for professional, team-oriented individuals that are financially driven with good communication skills. Positions available: Management/Supervisors, Merchant Support and Distributors. We are filling the positions immediately. Salaries range. Inside as well as Outside Sales positions. 760-471-4500 / 760-471-4525. Catholic Mass To further strengthen campus emergency preparedness Cal State San Marcos has implemented a mass notification system to communicate with the campus community during times of emergency. This system allows students, faculty and staff to determine how they would like to be notified if the campus should experience an emergency. Choice® include one or more of the following: Starting March 19th (§9:00 pm Clark 110. ttöäeüBythe In order to receive Campus Emergency Alerts you must self register into the system!] CatholicCtub • • • • • » SMS text message (standard text messaging fees apply) Cell phone Campus ©«mail Personal e-mail Home phone Work phone To register go to: wwwx$usm*edu/ep andfollowthe prompts to enter your personal information �An interview with Literature and Writing's Sandra Doller BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer People o ften misconceive that poets start out as g ifted writers. This isn't the case with Sandra Doller, who last month read at the San Diego Museum of Art. As an accomplished author and poet, she is an assistant professor at CSUSM. In April, Professor Doller is reading at Chapman University and hosts a monthly reading series in San Diego. She is the editor of 1913 press and she sits down in an interview to discuss performing, writing, and the next president of the United States. The Pride: So, the first thing I want to ask is what are you currently reading? Sandra Doller: Mostly I an} spending my time reading student writing from my Advanced Creative Writing graduate class. Last week, we read Joe Wenderoth's Letters to Wendy's, which are actually letters to the fast food chain in the form of prose poems but actually build up to kind of a novel. Pride: How did you come to work on poetry? Doller: I didn't do creative writing as an undergrad. I was in theater and did performance art and playwriting which has connections to poetry and I see that now. I did cinema studies for my MFA at the University of Chicago, and t hat's when I really became interested in connections to early 20th century poetry and other art forms like painting and cinema. Pride: That's how art just seems to work out, isn't it? Doller: I think so. I was writing these performance pieces as an undergrad and I was j ust doing it on the side before I even took a creative writing class. I thought I was writing stories, but then someone told me they were prose poems. Pride: Do you have.a favorite poet right now? Doller: Fanny Howe. Anytime I can see Fanny read, I will go. I also enjoy Danzy Senna, who is also a really Tuesday 3/18 -af^e^lmance wonder novelist. Pride: What can you tell people about 19131 * Doller: I founded 1913 while I was a grad student doing my MFA at University of Iowa writers' workshop. I got into my head and thought, hey, wouldn't it be great t o have a journal that publishes contemporary poetry, fiction and non-fiction essays * and visual art. Pride: (flipping through the book) There's a lot of "visual poem" type of art. Doller: Exactly, and that's something that I'm really interested in. I applied for a grant in Iowa and that's how I was able to do this. And since then, it has been a labor of love that can be a great resource for students and something that I'm interested in sharing with CSUSM students and bring them to get involved with the editing and layout and all the things that go into making a magazine. Pride: Do students have the opportunity to work with you and 1913 at this time? Doller: Absolutely. I have a list and I'm constantly collecting names of students who are interested in participating. A couple of students, who I 'll call volunteer interns, went with me to, San Diego City College in October for a book fair there and we had a table and sold a few copies. The point is to get literature and art out into the world and I'm definitely interested in getting students on that. Pride: Now, you already have one book out, Oriflamme. I hear you've also got one on the way? Doller: I do, and it's called Chora. It'p a book of poems mostly and nonfiction prose poems and things that cross genres. That should be coming out soon. Pride: Last month, you read at San Diego Museum of Art. Tell me, what it was like reading not only in front of other artists, but also a number of your students as well? Doller: (laughing) I liked that part of it actually and felt more comfortable because I see the students more often that I see anybody else! I was really glad that Cal State students got to see the event and got to see Fanny read as well. I thought I'd be more nervous having students there, but it felt really friendly. * Pride: So, as kind of a break Reception m Freedom Marry A cryfc^t'QahvaaB(s^|^||^/ement gjlp^^ nfc*htohlv.Ftee W ednesday3/i9 refreshments • 7 Ä a . m , Craven Circle » . 1 1p¡¡¡J' | § , 3 :00-f:CPp.rri. 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Doller: I just recently started a contemporary reading series in S&n Diego co-sponsored by three small presses - 1913 Press, my husband Ben and Iowa-based Kuhl House Press, and James Meetze and Tougher Disguises Press in San Diego. The three of us are curating a contemporary reading series and j ust had the first event in North Park at the Agitprop Gallery two weeks ago and we'll be having events on the first Saturday of every month. It was really exciting to bring different writers into town and it was really f un. 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Comm 206 Leading the Way to Peace A documentary about daring women. - ^ | J - H o u r Forum Plaza^ U-Hour p jmen'sdeftli: a Feminist LBGTA's S p r i n g G a y Art Workshop F ^ ^ i r ^ i i r i Walsh. Free Wedding : W minute collage and . il|foodgl m f • J öürnito • • 1 2:00-1:00 p:m. Mark 3 SiS^^^^B^SS^SS^^^^® 102 Women in Mythology riede001#csusm.edu Rrösentationand discussion 5î00 - 9;tK) £.m. A R T ^ ^ i ^ o i i d a y 3/24 . : Body Imprint '2008 A r t i ^ ^ 6 : ^ f f p ; i ^ w t e r k s t e i n ; 3/28 5:00 ^ 7^30 ^01, Cougar Den/ CFHSU ' ;v ; ' He Speaks: A Stand. i Against Violence Towards Women Music and spokèn word performance Free food Friday (Email emu submissions lo prideQcsusm. edu ATTN: Calendar of Events) �Extended Learning at CSUSM The Compact: How t o stretch your education even further BY NAME REDACTED Pride Staff Writer Here at CSUSM, there are many unique programs to suit students' academic or professional needs. Of special note is CSUSM Extended Learning program, which is not exclusive to students, but is open to the community as well. Extended Learning features many educational courses that can tailor to one's academic, professional, or personal interests. Extending Learning [formerly known as Extended Studies] is in fact part of the university. The Extended Learning program contributes greatly to both the university and the community by providing leadership programs, online courses, continuing education studies, and ",workshops." In partietffar, two of the leadership programs that Extended Learning offers are Leadership North County and, most recently. Leadership Quest. Leadership North County prepares developing leaders to be strong, visionary, and familiar with issues impacting communities in San Diego's North County. Leadership North County begins every year in September and carries through June. Leadership Quest is the new addition to Extended Learning's services and begins its first term on March 25,2008. Leadership Quest is designed to help aspiring leaders to discover their personal leadetship style, develop skills that are inherent in strong community leaders, and create a strong foundation for future leadership paths. Leadership Quest differentiates itself from Leadership North County by that it is aimed for the young, "budding" professional leader to find and develop a leadership style. Leadership North County appeals to those who might have more experience with leadership and exposes them to significant issues in North County. Both of these programs are valuable assets to students and community members who want to learn and grew to be more effective leaders. Another part of Extending Learning is the eLearning Center, which offers a comprehensive selection of credit, noncredit, and certificates that are available online. The eLearning Center's selection of classes is quite large— there are over 5,000 classes to choose from with prices varying course by course. These online courses encom- pass many areas including business, education, finance, healthcare, insurance, languages, personal enrichment, service and hospitality, and technology. After completion of the course, one receives proof of completion with a certificate of completion. Depending on the student's needs, one can choose courses that offer credit, noncredit, or a certificate. Additionally, the continuing education option is a useful feature of the eLearning Center. It is very common arid mandatory for professionals to continue and update their education within their career field. The eLearning Center is a great resource to fulfill those requirements and provides of variety of courses that apply to many careers. The Online Certificate Program is available year-round. Open University is another program from Extended Learning open to the community, but some restrictions can apply to currently admitted CSUSM students. Through Open University, one can access main-campus classes that count toward "resident" credit. Open University provides the means to take CSUSM credit courses without being admitted to the university and the courses taken can be applied toward degree credit. This is a helpful program, especially if one missed the main-campus university application deadline. As well as the other programs mentioned, Extended Learning offers developmental teaching workshops that can be completed online or on campus, depending on the course. Extended Learning's Teacher Education programs are designed to create distinct professional developmental opportunities for educators in North San Diego region. CSUSM's Extended Learning is an extensive institution offering many academic and professional resources for students and the community. Extended Learning serves nearly 7,000 individuals a year and is becoming well known for the programs it offers. For more information about Extending Learning, Leadership North County, Leader Quest, and the eLearning Center, please visit http://www.csusm.edu/el/index.php, http://www. csusm.edu/el/lnc/, http://www.csusm.edu/el/quest/,~ and http://www.csusrri.theelearningcenter.com/. M&M brand capitalizes on seductive myth BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Pledging to help the earth and the economy BY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer In the U.S. and in many areas of the world consumerism has become one of the main topics discussed. As people become more environmentally aware they also become aware of solutions to growing environmental problems such as waste and pollution. Many of which can be linked to consumerism. But what may be "desirable" economically may not be "desirable" environmentally. In a study held by the U.N., known as the Human Development Report, it was said that "Today's consumption is undermining the environmental resource base. It is exacerbating inequalities. And the dynamics of the consumption-poverty-inequality-environment nexus are accelerating. If the trends continue without change — not redistributing from high-income to low-income consumers, not shifting from polluting to cleaner and production technolgies, not promoting goods that empower poor producers, not shifting priority from consumption for conspicuous display to meeting basic needs — today's problems of consumption and human development will worsen." The study also reveals that the U.S. and Illustration by Nick Strizver Europe alone spend billions of dollars on products, many of which we do not need. According to the study, U.S. Citizens have spent nearly eight billion dollars on cosmetics alone and Europe has spent nearly 11 billion dollars on Ice Cream. Anup Shah, a writer for globalissues.org, said, "Because consumption is so .central to many economies, and even to the current forms of globalization, its effects therefore are also seen around the world. How we consume, and for what purposes drives how we extract resources, create products and produce pollution and waste. Issues relating to consumption hence also affect environmental degradation, poverty, hunger, and even the rise in obesity that is nearing levels similar to the "official" global poverty levels." One solution for the growing amount of consumption is known as "The Compact." "The Compact" is a growing movement. Those involved pledge to not buy anything new for a year. This means no new clothes, new cars, new anything. Only the bare essentials like food and water can be "new." People who take the pledge try to find used products either online or in local t hrift shops. Kara McGuire, a reporter for The Star Tribune said, "The Compact, started by a group of San Francisco friends as a rebellion against what they see as gluttonous consumerism and its thoughtless destruction of the environment, turn the notion of consumerism on its head." So what exactly is involved in becoming part of The Compact? Those who wish to be part of The Compact don't have to sign any papers or join any online group, although one could if one wanted to, but all a member would have to do is pledge to themselves that they will not buy anything* new for a year and resist the lure of consumerism. Members must not buy anything new other than the exceptions of medicine, underwear, cleaning products, and no limits on food. One of the founders John P e r t y said, "We never meant to start a movement." From just a few friends discussing a better way to live came a movement that now involves more than 8,700 members of online user groups today, according to Star Tribune and TreeHugger.com. There are 50 user groups on yahoo from Thailand to Australia and other sites such as feedthepig.org that also help people budget better and learn how to better spend money in areas where it is needed. Sites like TreeHugger.com have many suggestions as to how to be more environmentally aware as well as how one can help the environment personally. "What is it about the Green ones?" Even though Valentine's Day has come and gone, there is still the opportunity to feel as though you're sitting on cloud nine.. .allegedly. According to varying rumors spread through word of mouth as well as the Internet, it is believed that green M&M's will increase sexual drive. Mars Company owner of the M&M's brand, has gladly capitalized on the allegation. Although there is question as to where the rumor came about, there is no question about a Mars Co.'s campaign m ad to support this J | j apparent myth. , J flj With the increased ¿ f£|ji sales of these par¿F ticularly colored ¿Maw candies here oncampus as well as other stores, popularity for -the new romantic color has increased. But what makes the green M&M's the color of romance? Quotirig the delicious package of green M&M's that this reporter just finished eating: "What is it about the green ones?" One would think that red would be more likely color to represent romance as opposed to an earthy color like green. With an important notice on the back of every package of green M&M's, Mars Co. has warned that "consumption of The Green Ones® may' result in elevated Romance Levels." Along with the "warning," the green M&M's sexualized message is backed by the only female M&M in the bunch.. .yes, the Green one. Even though the green color is said to make one feel like they're in lqve, in actuality, all the colors have the properties to help you feel the warm & fuzzies. The color isn't the culprit—it is ^ the chocolate. Chocolate is an aphrodisiac, which is known to increase sexual desire. The word "aphrodisiac" is derived from the Greek Goddess Aphrodite (goddess of love and lust). But even though every color of these delicious candies has the properties to help increase that libido, the point is that myths like these are f un and refreshing. It may not necessarily be true that the "green ones" increase sexjual desire, but then again, there is no one out there saying that they do not. Whether or not people believe this myth to be true, it definitely doesn't hurt to experiment and find out, especially if the experiment involves delicious hard-shelled candy and the potential of fantastic feelings. Green, red, or blue M&M's—^whatever the color of choice—they definitely put a new spin on the phrase "melts in your mouth, not in your hand." �Cougar Baseball devours La Sierra See full story on page 9 Photos by Tim Moore Pitcher Chris Skaaien works his way to a winning outing in game one of the Sunday doubleheader Cougars first baseman Jackson Chapelone attempts to pick off a La Sierra runner. ••aiiiiiiiiiiiaI•••••••••••••• Flag Football ends with a bang Two players from the SAE Raiders go up for an interception in the Championship game of ASI Flag Football season. The Raiders won the title in a closely contested game. �BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer "The walls between art and engineering exist only in our m inds," said Dutch engineer Theo Jansen. However, by t aking one lo6k at his work, it would seem that Jansen has broken the barrier between the machine and the living being. YouTube currently hosts a video by user "wally world" of a visually mystifying montage displaying what Jansen calls his "Strandbeests": kinetic sculptures built f rom surgical tubing, lemonade bottles, plastic ties, and a whole host of other commonly used supplies. Though made f rom a rtificial materials, Jansen's " animals" glide about Rotterdam beaches with strangely organic movements never before seen f rom man-made machines. These beach creatures power themselves not f rom f ood or photosynthesis, but f rom the wind. Wings on the back of the A nimaris Percipiere (one on p ainting for the seven years followof Jansen's creations) pump air into ing his g raduation. His f irst engineerreservoir " stomachs" (old lemonade ing endeavor caused a panicked awe bottles) for use later if the winds f all; throughout D elft with his design (and an "evolutionary" m odification, as execution) of an actual f lying saucer. Jansen puts it. Not to be upstaged, the The complexities and innovation of two-ton A nimaris R hinoceros t rans- J ansen's eighteen years of study and port device, made f rom hinged steel invention of Strandbeests show great and a polyester " skin," is capable of t hings on the horizon for this visionmoving up to 4.7 tons with no propul- ary; some even describe h is design as sion needed but the brackish, Atlantic a more e fficient version of the wheel. The video's creator, "wallyworld," breeze. The genius i n these sculptures edits together a BMW commercial exists m Jansen's goal to let herds of - that f eatured Jansen as well as footage machines " live" alone in the s urf. He f rom a f ilm entitled " Strandbeesten" is well on in t his quest; compressed air that may be purchased at the a rtist's valves located on the feet are able to website: http://www.strandbeest.com/ sense the distance the machine is f rom (though the site is mostly in Dutch). the shore or the d ry dunes. 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BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students Aspiring to obtain doctorate C alifornia P re-Docforal P rogram Know tlim facts âÉÊ^, ^ Y m rfetuménpmâ* ^ 1F3Êmx *m h* Malte mt®rm$d, healthy, . comùàtM dboic**» Application Due: March 21, 2008 • • • fully-funded s ummer internship $3K scholarship for symposiums, college visits, application/test fee waivers a nd more C S U Faculty S ponsorship required F or i nformation a nd a pplications: C al S tate S an M arcos * F aculty C enter K ellogg Library 2 400 ( 760) 7 50-4019 * f acctr@csusm.edu h ttp://www.c^ .ubii.inaiJ2Q^)3biiq 10 I cr^— ~ZZZ keip* , bMbdhiilcCMt^ ; Ift»'*^ afcN^ftlciii t o u n s d i i i g • sypport services �Pencils Down, Runners Up Baseball: Cougars go 2-2 on the week A preview of the Diploma Dash BY B ILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer This year, for the first time, the CSUSM Athletic department will host a 5k race to benefit student athletes. On May 3 at 5pm, runners will make their way around the school campus in celebration of the end of the school year in the Diploma Dash. Students and runners can register online at the Athletic department's website. Early registration is $25, while it is $35 the day of the race. According to the Athletic department, all proceeds will go toward student-athlete scholarships. Rather than an early morning race, the department set the race time for 5 p.m. to avoid the heat and accommodate student's study time. This historic event in the school history will also include shirts commemorating the first annual race, awards per age group, and post race festivities to meet student-athletes and coaches. After a year of class work, the Athletic department says this is way to celebrate the end of the school year and the graduates. Cougar Softball loses to USD BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Softball came into the week with only one game on the schedule - a light week in contrast to the majority of the season. The game, against USD on Wednesday was thefirstagainst an NCAA Division I team of the season, and the results were complimentary of such circumstances. The Toreros started early, recording two runs in the first inning. The run support continued for USD, leading them to 6-0 shutout, one-hitter for pitcher, Jennifer Ellenbeck. With 14 games left on the regular season right center to score another run. The Cougars comeback would come too little too late with an 11-8 loss on the road. Coming off back-to-back losses, the CouCougar baseball started the week off slow with two tough losses, but rebounded with gars would blowout La Sierra in thefirstgame a double-header victory over La Sierra on of a double-header 16-1 in a seven-inning game. Sunday. Starting off strong, the Cougars lead off the In the first game of the week, the Cougars game with six runs in the bottom of the 1st. played against Vanguard in a pitchers duel LF Jared Suwyn would knock in two runs on that resulted in a 1-0 loss. SP Jared Suwyn pitched seven strong an RBI single, 3B Austin Coleman hit an RBI innings giving up only three hits and one run, double, and SS Johnny Omahen hit a two-RBI st but gave up the only score of the game to lose single to put the Cougars up 6-0 in the 1 . The offensive attack would keep rolling his first game of the year. The only score of the game came in the bottom of the 5th inning with a two-RBI single by RF Terry Moritz to put the Cougars up 11-1. Tacking on five when LF Black hit an RBI double. Although the Cougars had seven hits, no more runs in the game, the Cougars led by SP runs would come to fruition and the Cougars Chris Skaalen, who won his first game of the year, would win 16-1. would be shut out in a tough, gritty game. In the final game of the week and of the The Cougars would face Chapman University next in a game that proved to have more double-header, the Cougars would hit double offense, but the same result for the Cougars. digits again in another win against La Sierra. The offense would come on strong early SP Steve Triolo for the Cougars would only last one inning giving up three runs on three again scoring 10 of their 11 runs in the first three innings. hits to start the Cougars off with a deficit. Already up 8-0, CF Jason Hinton would hit After the Cougars came back to take the lead 4-3, Chapman would explode for six a two-run home run to put them up 10-0 with runs in the bottom of the third. Scoring in an insurmountable lead. La Sierra would score six runs by the end of a number of ways in the inning from a sacrithe sixth inning but it would not be enough to fice bunt to a two-run homerun by RF Mike outscore the offense of the Cougars. Vass. Improving their record to (10-11), the CouThe Cougars would make a late push in the final two innings scoring two run each gars will play Tuesday against Masters Colinning. In the top of the 8th, LF Jackson lege at 12:00 PM at Escondido High School. Chapelone would hit a two-run homerun to cut Chapman's lead to 11-6. LF Chapelone would strike again in the 9th with a double to BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer schedule, the Cougars' 16-7 record is a significant improvement upon their 10-31 record from the 2007 season. The Cougars continue play on Wednesday against Vanguard before traveling to Orange for their final games of the Sun West Tournament on Friday and Saturday. The Cougars swept their first two games of the Sun West Tournament, 8-0 over Bethany University and 9-0 over Northwest Christian in the month long round-robin tournament. The Cougars will take the field against Avila University and St. Thomas University on Friday and Tufts University and Williams University on Saturday. See Page 7 for pictures Church's Influence on Sports B racket T imes BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer It is time to fill out the brackets and with teams like St. Mary's, South Alabama, Baylor and Oregon were able to march on. Creating some great upset scenarios come tournament time. For instance, in the East region, although they aren't the same George Mason team of 2006, George Mason will look to beat up on Notre Dame. A couple other games that wiil pay off big if you play bonuses for the upsets in the first round are St. Josephs over North Carolinai 1 •* 16}8 Indiana Arkansas w Notre Dame 5 George Mason 12{*• Washington St 4 Wlnthrop Oklahoma 6 St. Joseph's t i h w Louisviue Boise State m\r 7 Butler S Alabama io| 2 Tennessee American Oklahoma and South Alabama consin will take out Georgetown win that could become the probover Butler. But North Carolina, with solid three-point shooting lem. Finally, there is the West region Tennessee, Louisville, and Wash- while Kansas takes care of Vanwhich gives UCLA an easy jourderbilt in the Sweet 16. ington St. will all walk into the The south region is up for grabs. ney to the West finals against Sweet 16 with an eventual match Memphis will have a tough road Duke. The only things to look for up of North Carolina and Tennesin facing Oregon in the second is whether or not teams like Drake see. round, Pittsburgh in the Sweet 16 and Xavier are for real or are they In the Midwest region, the only upsets I see is if Davidson plays and then the winner of the Stan- over ranked. I have the No. 11 over there heads and finds a way ford-Texas match-up in the Finals Baylor upsetting No. 6 Purdue to play with Gonzaga. Well Clem- of the south. Upsets to look for then beating Xavier in the second son has shown that they are ready are Temple over Michigan St., round to face Duke in the Sweet play after beating Duke in a close Kentucky over Marquette and St. 16. While Connecticut takes care one and then falling to North Car- Mary's over Miami (FL). Again, of San Diego and then Western olina in the ACC finals. Clemson the top four seeds shouldn't have Kentucky. So my sweet 16 consist of North could give a struggling Vanderbilt a problem reaching the sweet 16; a good game. But I feel that Wis- it is just picking the right team to Carolina, Tennessee, Louisville, Paioli THlffiPRlDE j s* 2008 NCAA Division I Men's Bracket 1 South Houston East Charlotte 3" f l4 7 2 Sari Antonio A pril? # Kansas Portlands*. UNLV Kent State Clemson Vilianova Vanderbilt Siena Opening Game March 18 CoppirvSt. vs. Mt. St. Mary's San Antonio R S ati Anton April 5 Aprils i National Champion 8 # S 124 e Kansas State 111- use 3 Wsconsin CaiFuUerton 14T Gonzaga t uf Davidson Georgetown 2 UMBO 1 Memphis 1 |16 TX Arlington MS State 8 9 Oregon Michigan St. m Temple (a Pittsburgh 4 Oral Roberts Marquette 6 ¡11 Kentucky Midwest Detroit W est Phoenix Stanford Cornell Miami St. Mary's Texas Austin Peáy 1 UCLA +16 MS Valley St. 8 BYtJ Tekas A&M h Drake 5 M2 W.KentuOky 4 Connecticut San Diego -|l3 6 Purdue Baylor 3 Xavier Georgia -14 7 W. Virginia -jlQ Arizona Duke 6 Belmont - 15 and Washington St. out of the East. It will be Kansas, Georgetown, Wisconsin and Vanderbilt in the Midwest. It will be Memphis, Texas, Stanford and Pittsburgh in the South region. Lastly the West region will consist of UCLA, Duke, Baylor and Connecticut. So from the Sweet 16 you will have North Carolina beat Washington St. Then Tennessee takes care of Louisville to face off in the North region finals. You'll see Vanderbilt get hot from the outside and beat Kansas while Wisconsin does the same and takes care of Georgetown. On the other side of the bracket we will watch Pittsburgh play a physical game with Memphis and take it in the final seconds while Texas finds a way to control the Lopez twins and sneak by Stanford. The West region will see UCLA pounce on Connecticut and then Duke walking over Baylor. Then in the elite eight, Tennessee will find a way to control the overrated Tyler Hansbrough to advance to face Wisconsin who will continue to find ways to control the tempo of the game. While Texas will take care of business in the South region and UCLA will find a way to reach the Final Four for the third year in a row. The Championship game will then be a match up between UCLA and Tennessee, which was is what I believed from preseason. UCLA will control the game and beat Tennessee 71-65 and finally give coach, Ben Holland, what he and his players have been working so hard for. Any comments or questions can be sent to churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm.edu. �The Art of the Car Crash follow a strict set of rules that ensure the film is realistic by restricting the resources the director has. Susanne Bier, the unaccredited director, slightly broke the rule concerning the prohibiting of spectacular events when she put a car accident in this movie. However, this incident is crucial to the film and is the moment that shakes the viewer. Lead character, Joachim, j ust proposed to his girlfriend and is prepared for an exciting vacation with his friends when a car strikes him. Though the audience sees it coming, a wonderful movie, but the car crash that links the events is spectacularly raw. It opens following Gael Garcia Bernal's character as he is trying to get his dog to the hospital. For the sake of not spoiling the film, I will not reveal more. However, the coming crash jolts viewers. It comes come out of nowhere and can cause those watching to shout "Oi! " because it is so vicious. It is p ainful to watch, but it is not predictable and happens so realistically that the movie forcefully draws in viewers. This is a perfect example of what a car crash should be like. The next a rtful car crash comes from the Danish film "Elsker dig for evigt, which translates to " Open BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer R ecently in films, there is a loss of skills when it comes to p ortraying a car crash. No longer do filmmakers use this device in an a rtful way. In current US films, crashes involve expensive vehicles slamming into each other in ways that create a disproportionate amount of flames and explosives, such as in " XXX" and "The Fast and the Furious." There was once a time in Hollywood where the vehicle meant something. Films such as "Bullitt" and "The French Connection" respected cars and created exciting chases. Nowadays, cars simply slam into each other and blow up or have giant robots run right through them. Even a movie titled "Crash" did not have exciting car accidents. Based on a number of movies and their accidents, foreign filmmakers are superior in this skill. The first example comes from the year 2000 in Alejandro González Iñárritu's film "Amores Perros." The story is broken into three arcs all surrounding a horrific car accident. This Hispanic film is in itself B? m* Moore fPride Stqff WrUw j Band Review CD IlRUM ühiilin wm^p^ «PÉlill 11 ELEASES 1 Tuesday, Mar 18 t rl | Jr 1 l U B J | JB f 1 A r FIO RD • IA fionda {get ii7\ artist B Rïdak defcui i r o & m Suttéaf c m& on the oe wiigs of one of ihe most f&ptì&r hip hop tracks of 2 D - %m:ño Rida Ö7 released as a part of a digitai EP m June 9 of last year. The traek would âôy, Fio fSida has a lot to live up to with his first fulMength release* BOCK , - ' ' ; '* * , Buzz CuIs - VARIOUS ARTISTS- Boctetank> Three Bom Qom, Simple Plan, Creed aiid more, Tills setfIffodaimed competo wi reportedly lake yw higher!* lliil POP Welcome to the Eolihous* mm mm Ü m m Mbmtú Pop shark So AT I l y&jRAl. I V J& ¿«iLT l?D\TATri7l? A Band m Hope , THE BATCHES P I &f8tch*$ have a ^ y u progressively soler mmû the cmm of their three májo? afeases. * Bèrté M Hope* sfrays from the | A nome. HARDCORE/METAL 8ary Your Dead Bumvowmm I iiiii I To preserve the context of both accidents, I will not reveal the details. However, both of these films deserve accommodation for their brutal car incidents. In both German films, characters unexpectedly meet their fate with the front of a speeding vehicle. Though the characters experience inexplicable pain, Tykwer provides footage that makes viewers feel as if a truck has bit them. The result is a bloody mess with the ensuing silence that perfectly shows the art of a car crash. Hollywood and American filmmakers could learn a thing or two about filming a car accident from these foreign works of art. Hearts." This film comes from the year 2002 and is an example of a Dogme film, which is an avant-garde or purist style of filmmaking. To receive credit as a Dogme film, directors must DROPPING: - ',/'•" as the woman about to commit the accident is seen driving fast while arguing with her daughter, viewers are helpless in trying to warn Joachim. The car brutally runs over him and pastes him to the road. Hollywood should follow this example when showing a person get hit by a car. German director, Tom Tykwer, has directed a pair of films that feature cruel depictions of car accidents. They are "Lola Rennt," from 1998, and "Der Krieger und die Kaiserin," from 2000, which translate to "Run Lola Run" and "The Princess and the Warrior," respectively. I • A Midday Atlantic made his vocal debut of the night. Ouch! I think I actually laughed a little bit to myself. To be brutally honest, he sounded A Midday what? My thoughts exactly. I like a cat being neutered without aneswent to a show last Tuesday night in Long thesia. So this music went from an amazBeach at a place called DiPiazza's and was ing instrumental quartet, reminiscent of wondering who the hell I was listening to. Jimmy Eat World before they were popular Wait, time out! Is Adam Lowe finally going to sounding like a bad imitation of Taking to rip on a band? Yep! I, Adam Lowe, who Back Sunday's worst show. But just when have been writing only praising reviews of I thought it couldn't get any worse, the musicians the last few weeks, am about to drummer chimed in. Double ouch! I'm not shred a band. sure if he was worse than the lead singer, The band is called A Midday Atlantic, or if he was just louder. He was quite a taland I don't get the name, but I digress - ented musician, true of all the musicians— onto the music. While I was sitting at the it's just that the vocals were far from pleasbar enjoying a marvelously mixed Captain ing—on both the singer and drummer's and Coke, the music began. At first, I was accounts. To redeem themselves a little, pleasantly surprised - the melodic guitar they had great stage presence. But honestly, intro was amazing. Had I known such tal- it was too hard for me to get past the novice ented musicians came to this school, I'd go vocals to truly enjoy their performance. to more of their shows. Ryan Lunde, a LitTo recap the night would go like this: erature and Writing major here at CSUSM, Great opening instrumental piece; vocals was shredding on guitar. Then the second were pitiful; the awkward interjection of guitar kicked in. Next was the bass, and a violin solo could be completely omitlast were the thunderous drums. These ted; and the drummer should just throw his guys had a great sound.. .until the singer microphone out. Overall, these guys are really instrumentally talented, but a new singer would be a great investment. I think I'd give them an " 8" on their instruments and at most a "4" on vocals, but probably more like a "3". They have amazing potential, but they do need some improvement. Hey, just because I didn't really enjoy them doesn't mean you wont. If you want to have a listen for yourself, check them out at www.Myspace.com/AMiddayAtlantic. Give them a try. Perhaps you'll disagree Photo courtesy of "A Midday Atlantic" with me. BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer �A rHE PRIDE O C l^t Tuesday, March 18, 2008 Rick Ross From America's Highways to a 'Road Trip Nation' BY JON THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer It all began in 2001 with three guys who jUst graduated college and found themselves frustrated with the output of their education and not quite ready to jump into the real world. So they bought a recreational vehicle, maxed out their credit cards, started traveling and talking to people. The outcome is Road Trip Nation (RTN.) Years later, still going strong, RTN representatives found their way to CSUSM recruiting for their upcoming New Zealand road trip. "We often find even the most successful people don't know what they want from life. Going on these trips and talking to people you realize very quickly, you are not alone. ( • J f l h ^ Other people are lost too ^Hp and we're here to help ^ ¡ ^ ^ ^ K them explore. I've J P ^ ^ H E l ! found the people ^ ¡ j j l ^ ^ ^ E u r who are lost may member Daniel Sydlik. Think being out on the open road is what you need to help you figure it all out? Is there anyone out there in the world you want to talk to - someone who has inspired you that you would like to meet? RTN provides the chance to do just that. Through one of their RV road trips with a group, or an "indie trip" with a few friends, RTN is here to help get you out there. Kelli Taylor, another member of RTN, explains "The more you think you know the less sure about it all you may be. RTN is about having genuine experiences in the world and sharing them." More information, applications and FAQs for various trips and grants are available through RoadTripNation.com. Conditions do apply, students should take care to evaluate what grants are available and what is required of them to obtain funding. Be aware that grants are paid at the completion of your trip. Before you hit the road and "max out your credit cards," as per RTN's FAQs page. For general information, check out http://www. roadtripnation.com, or for applying, try going directly to http://roadtripnation.com/apply. php, and happy trails! ri BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer Rick Ross "The Boss" is back at it again. With his sophomore album Trilla releasing last Tuesday, people were curious if it would live up to the enormous hype. Others wondered if he could even create another record to top his massive smash hit "Hustlin"' which was released back in 2006. Although I believe that no track on this album compares to the sensation you get when you still sometimes hear "Hustlin"' on the radio, it does not mean Rick Ross doesn't bring his "A" game this time around. With his deep bass voice combined with even deeper and tremendous beats, this is an album you buy so you can ride around in your car and bump your sub-woofers to their mass potential. Throughout Trilla, some songs will probably not stick out a whole lot the first couple of times you listen to them. Others will immediately catch your ears and hook you in as new favorites. Songs such as "Luxury Tax," "Reppin My City," and "The Bos?" are ones that will most likely be loved from the moment you hear the first beat. Another great thing that Rick Ross has going for him are the insane collaborations that he has on many of his tracks. Rick Ross features appearances come from artists such as Jay-Z, T-Pain, Young Jeezy, Brisco, Trick Daddy, and more. Although all of these artists have amazing tracks on this album, the most memorable collaboration on Trilla goes to New Orleans rapper LiP Wayne. His guest appearance on the track "Luxury Tax" is, by far, one of the best moments on the album. Overall, Trilla is a star-studded action packed album that will most likely be bumping through speakers for years to come. Image courtesy Amazon.com —— spline g ¿if M arch 9 ,2008 H' ^ m Leave the Sprinti ng to us• North County's ***** SPRINTER tight rait train has arrived* With service every half hour on weekdays and every hour on the weekends, its easy to hop aboard è « SPRINTER, Catch the train at any one of the new 1 5 stations, BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated to connect you to major destinations along the Highway 7 8 corridor. Your ticket to North County's new short cut begins at only $ 2 per trip. jmmmw&mm%mm^ mmmmjmm®mm msm E M r i w f l m\M m mmmmsm «iPIl nil1! 1 %«il GoNCTDxom * G il 511 W* we ^ -—«—C. • — • V ; :.••;-:. MOVE :: . . y •: PEOPLE. •: lipMCMM^ STATIONS" SERVINO VOM ;k MferïÎ^^ 1 �B y A m y S alisbury Alta Voz "Makeshift1' Pretend that Chris Walla lent a hand while Radiohead produced the epic Kid A, and ydu'll come upon where "Makeshift" lays its head at night. Alta Voz has mastered the balance between guitar effects and organic sound, perched precariously on that ledge separating Progressive Rock from Indie Electronic. http://www.myspace.com/ altavozmusic iTunes: No "Amberbright" "Amberbright" is the perfect blend of brooding riffs, melodic harmonies, and ambient pulse. The song's unconventional structure lets the artists1 undemanding lyrics stand out among the multitude of sound, while still leaving space for a delicate interlude. It isn't often that a self-proclaimed rock band is able t o bear a side this soft. http://www.truckeebrothers. com f iTunes: Yes More" This floating, gentle ballad blends peaceful vocals witha'h air as easy as a balmy, summer evening. Cervecería Brewery brews Imperial in Costa Rica. Black Eagle Imports, LLC imports the beer into California and Arizona. Currently, the brewery does not have a website in the United States, thus limiting the information on the history of the brewery. The beer can be found in six packs for $6.29 at BevMo. The cardboard container contains six 12-fluid ounce brown glass bottles. Yellow, black, and red hues dominate the p ackaging. T he "^Mfc" The Drowning Men "Gun and a Reason" : , HHSBW'll The Silent Comedy "'49! It's hard t o pin down what exactly makes "Gun and a Reason" such a key track for these up-and-comers. Their self-released 2007 EP rings out with an organized cacophony echoi ng the post-punk hum of Interpol while picking up a melodic English pseudo-brogue along the way. http://www. thedrowningmen.com iTunes: Yes Justin Froese "Don't Say tfrickeeBrothers BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer The personal lyrics loan themselves to more of a Pop classification — Y the kind of material that wouldn't seem out of place if it was a featured single on MTV by tomorrow. Froese simply seems t o glow brighter with each listen. http://www.hererules. justingfroese.com iTunes: No These are the kind of guys who are welcome t o crash any party. Beneath the folkinspired hooks and bluesy vocals lies a modern, indomitable construction that leaves the audience begging for more. The track smolders with an alluring appeal sure t o reel in the entirety of San Diego. But don't get too close, you could get burnt. http://www. thesilentcdmedy.cofn iTunes: No package displays a frosty bottle of Imperial dripping with water beads. "Pura Vida, It's a lifestyle" adorns the handle on the container. The bottles are labeled more clearly \yith the brewery's logo of a decorative bird. A bright yellow cap with a subtle silver liner display the brewery 's logo and name of the beer. The caps seal off a beer with an alcohol by volume of 4.6%. The beer pours extremely smooth with almost no head. A filigree of foam remains trapping in yummy flavors. The beer releases a faint aroma similar to a room containing freshly polished wood. Bubbles of jubilee rise to the top in a constant fashion. The beer enters the mouth calmly. After a split second, a light tingling sensation spreads throughout different parts of the mouth. The beer leaves a pleasant,hopinfused residue on the tongue. The beer resembles the qualities of American macro brews such as Budweiser. The light tasting and low alcohol content Imperial should pair well with both lunch and dinner items. The beer would be perfect for a BBQ or a study session. Knock the edge off midterms with a "sixer" of Imperial. Study hard, Cougars, but do not forget to enjoy school. - :% ^^^HHMhH ^M^B^^iiP 'Ifi'i j HBBHHtJli^MB Sven-Erik Seaholm "Envy in A Minor" Seaholm's solo act is about as far a departure from his band, The Wild Truth, as is possible. With swinging Latin-inspired rhythms and Django Reinhardt-esque styling, it's no wonder that Seaholm has been a staple in the San Diego music scene for nearly t wo decades. http://www.svensongs.com iTunes: No Mariuok "Happy Cause" Off his self-titled 2005 release, Manuok's sole member, Scott Mercado, blends minimalist acoustics with ominous cellos and keyboard effects. Mercado's j doubled vocals hover just above the heavy, minor chords, only breaking the clouds with an occasional baroque piano respite. http://www. manuok.com iTunes: Yes Poseidon BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer Poseidon is a very elegant restaurant that is set on the beaches of Del Mar. From what I saw while eating there, it is the perfect type of restaurant for everyone. It is a great place to bring the family, fancy enough to bring a date, and hip enough for young adults to mingle at the bar. From the moment you step foot into Poseidon, you notice the chic bar and eating tables that surround you. One option of dining is to have your party eat around a huge stone fire pit in the middle of the table. The environment was very impressive and it gave the impression that you were eating at a very expensive five star restaurant. Although most meals were a little expensive, it was well worth the price. Entrees ranged from delicious seafood to many different variations of succulent chicken and pork chops. When dining you have the choices of eating inside, at the bar, or outside. One of the great perks about eating outside is the fact that you are literally feet away from the beautiful shores of the Del Mar beaches. This is especially nice if you are eating during the sunset because it is truly a great way to spend a meal. The nice thing about the inside is that it is a lot warmer and the atmosphere is very nice. The bar is a great way to spend the evening drinking with your friends and even meeting new ones. No matter where you sit, the service is excellent and the food is even better. Top your dinner off with one of their signature desserts and you will have had a perfect dinner experience that you will never forget. � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 Associated Students (ASI) elections Dream Act politics spring 2008 Spring Fling https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/87a0048a76ea4b8696eb7b40de368482.pdf ad96bbf9fd01df8417e13544ebcaa04c PDF Text Text FIRST COPY FREE ADDITIONAL COPIES each CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS I N D E P E N D E N T S T U D E N T NEWSPAPER TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2008 www.thecsusmpride.com VOL. XIX NO. 10 Student Union planning underway Facility planners and architects receive feedback from students BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer and determining feasibility. In an effort to gather information and get student feedback regarding the Union, the university put together many focus groups of students who met facility planners and architects on Tues. March 18. The meetings were designed to acquire student feedback and gather information in regards to As enrollment at CSUSM is increasing, the university is looking to expand campus life and resources with talks of adding a new Student Union. Currently, the process is in its first phase, which consists of gathering information students wants and needs in a Student Union. In attendance to conduct the research were Brailsord & Dunlavey Facility Planners and the HGA Architecture Firm. The first question addressed to students in attendance was why they chose to come to Cal State San Marcos. Student responses varied but mostly had to do with small class sizes and location. Consistent with the focus on student wants and needs; the meeting proceeded .with discussion surrounding what students would like to see in a Student Union on campus. James Carruthers of Braiisford & Dunlavey made it apparent that they were listening to what students had to say when he stated, GRADFEST 2008 Gas prices skyrocket nationwide Price per gallon could rise to $4 this summer BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer According to MapQuest, the lowest national gas price is currently $2.56 and the highest national gas price is $4.33 with a national gas price average of $3.45 per gallon. San Marcos has a low of $3.50 and a high of $3.80 per gallon of gas. In 2002, a gallon of gas cost_ roughly $2 in Southern California. Six years later, the cost for a gallon of gas has nearly doubled. Barrels of gasoline reached the $100 mark and are inching past $110. There are numerous theories and speculations on gas pric.es—-most conflicting with one another. However, America See Gas, Page 4 Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride Seniors make preparations for commencement during Grad Fest. soon to be graduates the opportunity to purchase class rings, announcement packLast week, the official count- ages, diploma frames, cap and down to graduation began as gowns, and much more. With the promise of comthe University Store sponsored reach, GRADFEST 2008 offered mencement within BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer San Diego bans alcohol on beaches O ne year trial b an in effect BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer On January 14, after a San Diego City Council vote, a one-year trial ban of alcohol on beaches and in many public parks went into effect. The vote was 5-2, the minimum needed to pass it. The ban includes locations like La Jolla Cove, Mission * Beach and Ocean Beach. Banning alcohol on beaches has come up with the city council in the past. In 1994, the city council voted for the same type of one-year trial ban, but opponents gathered enough signatures for a referendum, and the council was forced to repeal the ban. In 2002, the ballot included voting on an 18-month alcohol in parts of Pacific Beach and Mission Beach, which was rejected by a narrow margin. About 30,209, or 5% of registered city voters, would be needed to force a referendum in the same manner at 1994. The group," Ban the Ban," run by the grass roots organization Our City, Our See Ban, Page 4 T ODAY LGBTA will host its annual 'Spring Gay Wedding' today, March 25, in Forum Plaza from 12-1 p.m. The ceremony serves as a demonstration to oppose current legislation that restricts marriage to a man and a woman. Photos by Pamela Castillo /The Pride seniors are having difficulty sorting out a wave of emotions. "If s so exciting to be graduating soon but I won't believe it until I have my diploma in my See Gradfest, Page 4 "This is going to be more of a student oriented space as opposed to an academically oriented space, if that's okay with you guys." Russell Decker, of Planning design and Construction on campus had something similar to say. "We build what people want us to See Union, Page 4 Safer Spring Break preview BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer As students anticipate spring break less than a week away, Student Health and Counseling Services wants to ensure they also keep safety as a priority. Throughout this week,, SHCS is hosting various events to promote awareness for a safer spring break. The marquee event will be held on Wednesday at Clarke Field House, with a lecture perfornfajlce entitled "JMSpot: A Sex Educator Tells All" and renowned sex educator Jay Friedman. According to Health Educator Cathy Nguyen, "I've seen him perform at a San Francisco conference and he was very entertaining. I think students will find the performance educational and funny and I hope that they will be able to walk away with more knowledge about sex and healthy relationships." Today, the campus is having a survivor fair that includes a number of activities such as a walk-the-line DUI checkpoint and alcohol screenings. SHCS is See Preview, Page 4 CSUSM honors March 31 as an observed holiday to honor the life and legacy of labor leader and civil rights activist Caesar Chavez. "These trends are part of the forces of histofy that cannot be stopped. No person and no organization can resist them for very long. They are inevitable. Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed. You cannot uneducate the person who has learned to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride. You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore" -Caesar Chavez �thec^pride Staff Editoria Beijing '08 : Wrong place, wrong tim Tl^e upcoming 2008 Beijing eviction and expulsion will be Olympic games could very subjected to some 70 new local well be one of the worst in laws tailored s pecifically for recent h istory as a v ariety of the arrival of the Olympics in problems and controversy are August. One such d iscrimina^ already r uining what will be t ory mandate addresses local one the biggest global events hygiene concerns by r estricting of the year. At the center of regular Chinese citizens workthe n umerous complaints and ing or living near the Olympic controversies is the Chinese f acilities f rom using new bathgovernment, which is guilty of room f acilities, a glaring r efleca grave m ishandling of prepa- tion of the meager social progrations for 2 008's Olympic ress typical of modern China. A government that equates its games. SPORTS E D I T O R & ** While Beijing has been busy common c itizenry with f ilth 1ti" ONLINE M N G R AAE getting a f ace-lift, C hina's demands a drastic recalibragovernment has ignored the tion of its priorities before f rights of many of its own citi- t aking on the Herculean and zens, placing its Olympic pri- equally prestigious t ask that Business managers orities above its people. Vary- is hosting the Olympics. One ing accounts place the number of the landmark achievements : ~ ••••ìMMsnnB'Youo > - of- Chinese citizens in Beijing of the Chinese government that will be displaced b ecause will be its relaxation of media : of the Olympics somewhere regulations, allowing for the between 300,000 and 1.5 mil- f ree movement of j ournalists lion, many of whom will have and a ssuring no r estrictions on •'V - ^ I I ^ A F F ' I T É M I ^ I• been expelled f rom their homes media r eporting, a r ight much ^ j ; ^ C M T i E ^ O ;f ; > against their will. Included of the f ree world assumes to be standard. The f act that this S nftr: £ fifefel^^Ä^, 1 .•%/•; in these estimates are many homeless, mentally ill, and right we consider to be such itf • transients that will also be ban- an explicit c ertainty should be ished f rom the city on account a special occasion in a counâéhôââ;çv • iBgUfff ìvmotmé^ / Pri^ of the Olympic games. Those try hosting arguably the most SHitoiÉMM residents that manage to avoid important global event should C P E IO OY D R T S LS R P E E T T ^ AE E R S N A l r W advisor :;V pgr? SIP ; . .è^rH^ i ^ Ä ß i i i ; Church's Influence on Sports The Good, the Bad and the Ugly BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer •Î "îàttem ïit <äiStÄSaB The Good Basketball fans got there wishes and saw Tampa Bay, Florida deliver four upsets in the second day of first round games. In the first game, No. 12 Western Kentucky watched their lead dwindle as io piiöt: ' No. 5 Drake came back to tie the game. Then Western KenK V W tucky took care of business in overtime when Tv Rodgers hit a : three point buzzer beater. Then No. 13 San Diego was able to hold on and win in overtime against No. 4 Connecticut. Later in the a fternoon, No. 13 Siena took care of business and beat the struggling No. 4 Vanderbilt by winning by 21 points. Then the final upset of the first round took place when No. 12 Villanova was able to control the flow of the game and beat ' ' i / 1 ^ No. 5 Clemson. Then add No. 10 Davidson, Western Kentucky, Villanova, and No. 7 West Virginia to the sweet sixteen creating mayhem with the brackets. The Bad ¿il ^ ^ Three of my five brackets I have playing i n money pools. Seeing Clemson and Vanderbilt getting eliminated, took out two teams that I had beating Kansas in the Sweet 16 and advancing to the Elite Eight. But despite losing a lot of the one point games in the first round, I am happy to say I have all my final four teams and the loss of certain teams does help my final standings in my brackets. The Ugly This one is easy: Duke! No. 15 Belmont knew what they needed to do to beat No. 2 Duke. Belmont tasted their first tournament victory in history with 11.9 seconds remaining in the game. But there best wasn't enough as they fell 71-70. But it was West Virginia who was able to get the ball down low and take care of O uke 73-67 in the second round. Duke, like others, were over exposed and overrated. Unable to do what they needed to do to advance, there now going get to watch the rest of the madness with the rest of us on the television. Any comments or comments can be sent to churc009@csusm. edu or pride@csusm.edu. be a matter of serious c oncern for any f reedom-embracing country. C hina's t ies to the genocide in D arfur and c urrent tension with autonomy-seeking Tibet have brought f orth numerous calls t o b oycott the Beijing Olympics f rom a multitude of individuals and g roups — a signal that C hina is still not prepared to be a world leader much less a host to the Olympics. As if the controversies caused by the Chinese government w eren't enough to r uin the Olympics t his year, the location could easily seal the deal on t his already botched Olympic f estival. The air quality in Beijing is so poor that many athletes and health o fficials are concerned with how the c ity's e nvironmental issues will a ffect p erformance. Endurance sports could see unimpressive p erformances as the poor air quality, heat, and humidity take t heir toll on athletes p articipating i n long competitions. Several c ountries will delay the a rrival of t heir athletes for as long as possible and some have even set up t raining f acilities elsewhere to limit e xposure to B eijing's air. The water and food a ren't much b etter, p resenting health c oncerns for the athletes. A questionable t ap water supply and s teroid-ridden meat have p rompted the U.S. to ship in its own f ood to avoid athletes getting sick or t esting positive for steroids. For such an i mportant globàl event like the Olympics to be hosted by a c ountry so willing t o compromise t he w elfare of its c itizens s ignifies a critical m isallocation o f r esponsibility by the i nternational powers that be. No m atter how many t imes the C hina recites t his years Olympic slogan, " One World, One D ream," a C hina-hosted Olympic f estival w ill still always be m arred by the mismanagement t hat h as become indicative of its g overnment. A nd here as A mericans, casting j udgment on a c ountry w ith which we are limitlessly b ound, the sense of responsibility, if only p artial, i s inescapable. Blood, Sweat, Tears, Turtles ûéFS, BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer "You do realize you have a reptile in your house then?" Ok, in all fairness, it's not so much a reptile as a turtle. Before you get all taxonomy and point out that a turtle is a reptile, it's not really. It's a turtle. Reptiles freak you out if they escape from their cages, and they do things like slither, and make your grandmother faint. A turtle just kind of galumphs along. But wait. There's more. This turtle is much more than a turtle. This, my friends, is war with a shell. Well, more like a passive aggressive battle of wits between my significant other and myself. You see, this is relationship rehab. Recovering addicts, depending on the program, are taught to ease back into responsibility. Try a plant. Then a fish. Then a dog or a cat. Thenfinally,you can move onto people. I didn't go to rehab, but I've been in a buttload of unhealthy relationships. I did things a little backwards though. I got the guy first. Then followed it up with no plant, and now a turtle. So really, I think we're both just making sure ^we can keep the turtle alive before we make a bigger commitment. I mean, would you marry a turtle killer? No, I wouldn't either. So, here's a little view of how my morning went. Get up too early. Check and make sure turtle's still alive. He's still alive. (Sidenote: we don't know if it's a boy or a girl yet. People have been asking me how you check the sex. Answer: Play soft music and buy it flowers and candy until it rolls over for you.) Text significant other to say that I'm worried Mr. Turtle doesn't have enough room to swim and he seems unhappy. Significant other's response: "He'll be fine, babe. Take him on a field trip to the bathtub." Um, my boyfriend's ex-roommate used to go shopping. At bars. For men. Every night. I'm way more worried about the bath tub giving Mr. Turtle the clap than I am about catching salmonella from him. I'm pretty sure if the turtle catches syphilis on my watch, I lose the battle. So, perhaps you too are in a serious relationship but afraid to take that next step. But I bet if you knew the next step could eat goldfish, like mine can, you'd be all over that and walking down the aisle (or having a commitment ceremony in the Bahamas.. .or being hitched at a drive-thru chapel in Vegas by Elvis) i n no time. - �Voice Can it "Country Pop" BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer W hen I t hink of c ountry m usic, I t hink of one of t wo t hings. O ne is t he g reat songs by J ohnny C ash, C harlie D aniels, or Willie N elson. On t he o ther h and, t here is t he contemporary m odern c ountry that s eems t o have sold out. T here is a d istinct d ifference in t he t empo and sound of c ountry music t oday as c ompared t o p ast decades. T he p eople in t he music industry could c larify t his by labeling m odern music of t his n ature as " country p op." One d ifference I find between the two eras.of country music is the popularization of t he new breed. Today p erformers have replaced the dated ' twang' sound with synthesized vocals and electric guitar. Like all genres, it seems it is more about the money t han the music. If this were not t rue, there would not be an entire television station devoted to c ountry music, and in f act, there are two. T his changeover, with singers such as Shania Twain, is an i nformal selling out. A nother reason f or t his clarification is the ability for lyrics t o be change into other genres. Carrie Underwood's t une "Before He C heats" could j ust as easily become a p op or R&B song. On the other hand, Cash's " Ring of F ire" and Daniel's " The Devil Went Down to Georgia" do not sound right p erformed any other way, such as in Guitar Hero III. Yet most songs by groups such as the Dixie Chicks or Rascal Flatts have a popularized lyrics and tempos: t he n ail in t he c offin f or t his involved e xamination of another g enre. Rock widely encompasses m any styles and t ypes of music. C ountry is l arge as well, but people do not b reak it into subgenres. A s for rock, t here is classic r ock, blues-rock, psychedelic r ock, p op r ock, a lternative rock, and m any more t ypes. Some g enres when blended receive a ppropriate t itular s tatus, yet c ountry is u nwilling t o budge. People place a rtists like Molly Hatchet and Lynyrd Skynyrd into " southern r ock," t hough t here are definite c ountry influences in t he music. There is more t o the f acets of country music the j ust country western. Based on the style of music in both lyrics and instrumentation, it is f air to label the m odern country music scene as " country pop." 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With the CSU system facing budget Ideas and programs discussed pri- cuts, it is important to determine where marily had to do with food and a better the funds to build the Union would social environment on campus. Stu- come from. Chances are the funds dents in attendance had a great variety would come out of the pockets of the of ideas ranging from a cafeteria, to an students since the Student Union would internet cafe, or even a pub on campus. be a student-oriented, student-run One student even voiced the suggestion space. Another question addressed to that the building should be made out of students was how much they were willrecycled materials, since CSUSM has ing to see their tuition increase in order a reputation of being such a recycling to see that the Student Union was built. Most students in attendance had no savvy campus. Matthew Bohannon, also of Brails- problem with a slight increase in tuition ford & Dunlavey incorporated feasibil- just as long as the Union was built the right way. ity into the discussion as well. "Part of what we are trying to do is From GRADFEST, page 1 also really excited to start making some money instead of studying all the time." Commencement 2008 is on Saturday, May 17 at the Grandstand at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. There will be two ceremonies; one at 8:30 a m. and 3:00 p.m. Any students with direct questions regarding commencement ceremonies can email grad2008@ csusm.edu or visit www.csusm.edu/ commencement for more details. hand, I feel like something will go wrong," said senior Business major Debbie Gralla. Students go to college, ideally, to manifest their education towards a successful career. Leading up to graduation, seniors face the challenge of finding the right job. "I'm nervous about searching for a career and not just any job. I hope that cougar jobs can help me out. I 'm, the problems last Labor Day in Pacific Beach, in which the arrest of one reveler turned into a major clash between beach goers armed with rocks and glass beer bottles and police officers in riot gear, which ended with the arrests of 16 people. The police department has been accused of using excessive force in the situation. For afirsttime offense, the maximum fine is $250. However, repeat offenses could bring up to $1000 infines,and may include up to a six-month jail sentence. The ban covers beaches up to the Del Mar city limits, leaving residents of North County in the middle of a checkerboard of beaches covered by alcohol laws. A full list of areas where alcohol is banned by the new law can be found at www.sandiego.gov/city-clerk. From BAN, page 1 Responsibility, collected 45,000 signatures. However, when the city clerk's office randomly sampled 3% of the peti* tion, they found only 680 of 1,367 signatures to be valid. As a result, the petition was declared to haye an insufficient number of signatures. The question remains over whether random sampling is fair. However, it is more economical. According to a press release from the city clerk's office, "The cost of a signature-by-signature verification of the petition has been estimated at $70,000 - $147,000. Therefore, any person who desires to challenge the determination of insufficiency by random sampling method must post.. .a certified check for $70,000 to initially cover that cost." The law might not have passed before P f ^ f S ' : ; .|/8/Ö8^:30p.® From PREVIEW, page 1 handing out pledge kits on Thursday encouraging students not to drink and drive and will be giving free pizza with it for a safer spring break. "While spring offers a f un and enjoyable week away from school, college students need to be aware of safe and responsible activities " said Tracey Armold. "Just because we have the capability to drink alcohol, doesn't actually make us adults, it's how we conduct ourselves and how we are held accountable as well." For years, spring break has been notorious for its high levels of excess drinking and sexuality. However, recent studies have shown a change in trends. A Nielsen Media study shows 84% of college students drank responsibly and 90% think providing community service projects to college students is a good way to spend their spring break. Some of the more infamous destinations for student retreats include Las Vegas, Fort Lauderdale, Rosarito, and Cabo San Lucas. From GAS, page 1 sees sharp gas price increases as summertime approaches. People o ften travel more during the summer as they vacation across the nation. The increased demand lowers the available supply, thus in6reasing the cost of gas. Gas prices are an u nfortunate p art of CSUSM. CSUSM currently holds the label as a commuter school. Most Cougars commute to campus. This inherent phenomenon is evident in the parking lots. Increasing gas prices are not enough to thwart o ff an education, therefore forcing students to shell out the extra bucks at the pump. Junior Business Major Kyle McClellan seemed to have a lot to say when asked about his opinion on gas prices. "Soon gas prices will be higher than the Empire State Building. It's so expensive I will have to mortgage my house j ust to buy another gallon. I t hink I will have to invest in a bicycle to ride everywhere. If Gandhi were alive, he would agree with me, gas is too expensive. Gas already costs an arm Sarj Marcos Over the past weekend, police arrested three young men in Daytona Beach, Florida for detonating an explosion at local hotel terrace. The blast mildly injured a nearby family, according to the Daytona Beach News-Journal. On March 15, authorities halted the Spring Fling event hosted by Associated Students Incorporated abruptly due to rambunctious activities by many. of attendees. Reports onboard the San Diego yacht of underage drinking and detrimental behavior by a number of underage students surfaced and forced the event back to shore. Locally, San Diego City Attorney Michael Aguirre specifically addressed students and warned them of the alcohol ban on all San Diego beaches. "San Diego city beaches are now alcohol free," Aguirre said in a letter sent out to 20 nearby universities in California, Arizona, and Colorado. "Violating this law can put a real damper on your entire spring break." First time offenders could be fined up to $250 and repeat offenders as much as $1000. and a leg, what body p art comes next," McClellan said. The trend seems to show no mercy. Gas prices have been increasing for years, granted there are few decreases along the way. Unfortunately, these decreases are minuscule and short lived. Make preparations now and plan for $4 per gallon of gas this summer. Gas Prices in San Marcos Prices current as of 03-22-08 1 Chevron - 130 Knoll Rd., San Marcos: $3.56 Regular, $3.68 Mid-grade, $3.78 Premium 2.Chevron - 1200 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos: $3.56 Regular, $3.68 Mid-grade, $3.78 Premium 3.Exxon - 102 W. Mission Ave., San Marcos: $3.56 Regular, $3.66 Mid-grade, $3.76 Premium 4.Chevron - 110 N. Rancho Santa Fe Rd., San Marcos: $3.58 Regular, $3.68 Mid-grade, $3.78 Premium 5.7 - Eleven - 1650 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos: $3.60 Regular, $3.70 Mid-grade, $3.80 Premium at xbk stop stok U PM^tml^ theindividu||^Palbmar / ^ y ^ ^ ^ e r for possession of UPD rece|y^<| a iff* 4 ^ ,/ ^ o ^ t M J ^ ^ ^ t m f n i and ^ j dangecpusfireworks*driving ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ i l ^ o f a jfiHcftf on suspended license, and v u Ap'fli HKBin ' Il . a ri u n l io c k ^ v ehicle jiCf^^from P 'P n Lot C. MttteCfark Field House? 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H lpirtment. locked vehicle, t he parking permit was Stolen, along with 3 /14 CDs, damage was done to mmm wth ac interior lights« and canvas ^ *NK?Tcam|>ii9 ^Wffy^ndf C ampii tfl^jwascut View D fi^; an officer-stopped Kî N AH S I OH T i U fN C t i V HI ; a vehicle for falling to stop I ì ;; h MMMnkhown suspect . J �Just for Shiggles by Jenny Bigpond ùnu b e + h e r e i o r A bésHriend no maWzr who ^ou else fs ground _ V4U\ t e U y o u tf- v j o u r K n o w s Vvo'w ^ o - v u r n M o u r - f r o w n u p s \ ô e d o w n ou-Vfi> m a K e s Tuesday 3/25 5:00 PMI • ; . , J 3fnner B i ä l o g u e s COM206 IIS I Wedding Wednesday 3 /26 l&odjÄrt; -! ; Sènior Experience information Session |¿ r 9 p -fîW* ARTS 240' ä Ä W B r a 5 * * F Î Â S r ^ a t e Studies Workshop 1 23K3i>.rifï, W o m e n in M y t h o l o g y ^ABK^CÖV; 4 ueaV\ Ì 2;Cpp,m. ASI's Cesar Chavez Day Celebration Shàvéz Statue 3Ü0O p.m.. World Affairs Lecture ACD 102 5:00 p.m. iSx, A SfLeisure Courses # H U S U 130 pOO p.m. l -SPOT A Sex Educator Tells All Ì FHUSU113 12:00 p.m. ^ | i ® p ( p e r i e n c e I nformation; Session . JJP • ARTS 240 îôok r ound 1 2^0PM l istttierÂî Science Seminar P PÉ200, SCI2 243 Forum 11:00 a.m. S L L S urvival S e r i e s CFHUSU1TO you 4:00 p.m. . Info S e s s i o n l o r ^ i v É B f H É i e S t a t e : M ARK 1 0 2 Monday 3/31. • f ; Thursday 3/27 Spring Break Cesar Chavez Day 9:30 a m . L ife i n P r i s o n M Aj^K 1 0 6 . pregnant? Protect your health. Ensure your future. M a k e I n f o r m a i « h ealthy, confident choiras« rmt ammrs, real heip, 1 1 order to receive Campus Emergency Alerts you must 1 self register Into the system!! To further strengthen campus emergency preparedness Cal State San Marcos has implemented a mass notification system to communicate with the campus community during times of emergency. This system allows students, faculty and staff to determine how they would like to be notified if the campus should, experience an emergency. Choices include one or more of the following: b irtfichokejiet 277 S Ranetta Santi F»Bd, SmWmm 92078 > p regnancy t ests p regnancy o ptions a nd abortion counseling STO e ducation a n d p revention s upport s ervices • • • • • SMS text message (standard text messaging fees apply) Cell phone Campus e-mail Persona! e-mail Home phone • Work phone To register go to: www.csusm.edu/ep andfollowthe prompts to enter your personal information �. luence JJ BY BILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer Thanks to websites such as YouTube and Photo Bucket, unconventional art is on the rise. One of the most notable and skilled unconventional artists is Phil Hansen. Though his works reflect the same skill as most drawings and sculptures, Hansen uses several unique tactics to create his art. In one of his works, "Influence," he only uses paint and his own body as a canvas. However, he has also used pinecones, other parts of nature, a blowtorch, and his own hands and feet as paintbrushes. "Influence" is a video of Hansen painting thirty pictures on his own stomach—most of which are of people that influenced him. Not only is being able to point on one's own chest a skill, he does it thirty times and with incredible skill. Hansen paints each picture A video of inspiration over the one before it. He reveals his clever thought process in the end when he peels the entire work off and cuts it into two faces opposite each other. The skill of his work comes from the material he chooses to use and/or how he makes it. There are instances where his piece is made of eggs, Starbuck's cups, or matches, in which he cannot create an outline, and most times, he does not have the final picture before him. The project wraps around him and he can imagine the entire work in his mind without physically seeing it. There is more to his work than just "Influence." He has created over a dozen works of art, most of which become destroyed in the process and only exist in online videos. His videos are on YouTube, but his main website is www.philinthecircle.com, where viewers can watch the production, completion, and destruction of his art. Photo courtesy philinthecircle.com 0 - Team's Spoon Wars BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer Has anyone else seen random students around campus carrying bright green spoons in their hands? It's more than likely that the answer is yes, so this brings about the question of why? Why are students carrying around bright green Kermit spoons, to be exact? Well, it looks like the answer can be found at Student Life and Leadership, where many campus inquiries can be answered. For its second year, the Orientation Team from Student Life and Leadership—also known as the O-Team—is in the middle of a war: a spoon war. What initially began as a way for the O-Team to grow and learn about one another, has quickly evolved into a new tradition here at CSUSM that is integrated within the entire campus community. Implemented by Jennie Goldman, the director of New Student Programs, and O-Team Director John Hall, this new tradition is an adaptation of the game "Assassins." "Each person on O-Team was given a bright green Kermit plastic spoon," said O-Team member Angela Ortiz. "We are to carry the spoons everywhere. They need to be in our hand and if we let go of the spoon, it must be able to fall." Throughout the war, each participant has an assigned "target" they are watching. If they catch their target without their spoon, their target is out—or technically speaking, "spooned," by their hunter, and then the target's target becomes the hunter's new target. Everyone on the O-Team is a hunter and a target during the spoon war. 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This masSeeqpod claims on its website that sive index is then put to use when users it "was built with the social network- search specific media, which Seeqpod ing mobile generation in mind, and we allows users to play in the website. provide users with an array of easy to This has become particularly u seful use tools to playlist, share, embed, and resource for users looking for music purchase results, as well as iPhone and online. iPod Touch compatibility." Because Seeqpod does not actually Seeqpod, the offspring of found- host any media, simply linking users ers Kasian Franks, Raf Podowski, and to existent media, Seeqpod is fairly Shekhar Lodha, is modeled a fter a well protected, much like most other system used by genomic biologists to search engines. In a subset of Intersort through a library of staggeringly net groups that has been plagued with complex body of data. Looking to sim- litigation, the legality of Seeqpod's plify the process of filtering through service remains unhindered, a fact the information, an algorithm was that holds promise for Internet music's developed, an algorithim that would latest addition. BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Beware of the spoon nie Michaels of the O-Team. "This is a team building exercise that teaches you to keep your friends close, and your spoons even closer," said O-Team member Kevin Chatham. "The spoon war can last for a really long time or a really short time," said Ortiz. "This game can go on for months..." said Hall. Last year Ortiz got spooned at home by her own sister who was also on the O-Team only an hour after the war started, and Michaels lost at last year's Spring Fling while dancing without holding her spoon. "I wanted a truce so I didn't have to dance with my spoon but my friends wouldn't do it," said Michaels. Chatham, commenting last year's war said, ""I can't believe I got out! I thought she was just giving me a hug but she spooned me!" "Ifyou see someone holding a plastic green spoon, then you know who O-Team is and you know the Spoon War is on. The Spoon War is all about bonding with your target," said Ortiz. "You get to know where they hang out, whether it's the library, C3, SLL or in some random classroom. You try to scope out who others have, and attempt to build alliances. No one is safe, not at any Spring Fling dance, lunch outing, O-Team meeting or before class." "The spoon wars are a great way for our organization to 1oe visible, have fun, and further build community in our organization," added Hall. "Whether in orientations or in the classroom, O-Team will be there to show school spirit, even if it means holding a little green spoon with the image of Kermit the Frog all over it," said Ortiz. Photo by Jackie Carbajal/The Pride Leave the Sprinting to us. North County's new SPRINTER light «¡1 tram has «rived. With service every half hour on weekdays and every hour on the weekends, it's easy to hop aboard the SPRINTER, Catch the train at any one of the new 15 stations. BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated to connect you to major destinations along the Highway 7 8 corridor. Your ticket to North County's new short cut begins at only $ 2 per trip. SPrtlWTisrl GoNCTD.com • Call 5 1 1 �CSUSM Softball closes out Sun West Tournament strong Photo by Tim Moore / The Pride Freshman, Marly Barth singles to start off the sixth inning against Williams, Saturday BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer the Sun West Tournament. The tournament, hosted by Chapman University took place at Hart Park and featured talent from across the nation. In their final four games, the Cougars CSUSM Softball played six games in five days in an saw Avila University of Kansas City, Missouri; University of extremely busy week of play. The Cougars capped of the St. Thomas of St. Paul, Minnesota; Tufts University of Medweek with four wins in theirfinalfour games of the Sun West ford, Massachusetts; and Williams College ofWilliamstown Tournament in Orange. The wins put the Cougars at a per- Massachusetts; fect 6-0 record in the round-robin tournament The Cougars kicked thing off with a bang on Friday, beatThe Cougars started the week off on Wednesday with a ing up on Avila University with an 8-0 mercy rule shutout. Junior Melissa Lerno, threw the second no-hitter in the hisdoubleheader against the #10 ranked Vanguard Lions. In game one, the Cougars' defense kept it locked up at zero tory of the school's softball program, striking out 11 of 16 until allowing a bases-loaded double in the bottom of the batters faced. In the second game on Friday, the Cougars faced off sixth, driving in two runs. The Cougars would not be able to against the University of St. Thomas and struck first in the recover from the plate - losing the game by a score of 2-0. Game two brought increased run-production from both top of the fourth inning, scoring three runs, sparked by a teams. Vanguard struck first in the bottom of the third, with lead-off home run by Erica Coelho. The Cougars scored two a four-run inning. The Cougars put up one run in the top of more runs in the top of the seventh, improving their lead to the fourth inning, before seizing the lead in sixth. The sixth 5-0. Freshman pitcher, Brenna Sandberg fought off a threeinning saw a four-run Cougar rally sparked by Sophomore, run comeback attempt by St. Thomas in the bottom of the Erica Coelho. The Cougars took advantage of Vanguard seventh, closing out the game with a 5-3 win. The Cougars carried an undefeated Sun West Tournament errors to take the 5-4 lead going into the bottom of the sixth. Vanguard came back in the sixth to score two runs, bring- record into theirfinalday of play on Saturday. In game one, Tufts University got on the board first, scoring the score to 6-5. A scoreless top of the seventh inning for the Cougars gave the win and the doubleheader sweep ing four runs in the top of the second inning. The Cougars countered in the bottom of the third, putting up two. Tufts to Vanguard. The tough luck would not last long, as the Cougars made took the 5-3 lead in the fourth inning. CSUSM would tie it the trip to Orange to participate in their final four games in up in the bottom of the fifth, scoring two runs on a series of errors by Tufts. The 5-5 tie would carry into the bottomhalf of the seventh inning where freshman, Nicolette Nassif would drive in freshman, Lise Leibl for the game-winning run. Going into theirfinalgame of the tournament, the Cougars .faced Williams University in a nail-biting contest. CSUSM s tack early -with a dhe-run first inning, only for it to be equaled out by one-run Williams half of the first inning. Once again, the the Cougars had a one-run inning in the fourth, only for Williams to counter with a run in the bottom-half. A Holly Russell RBI double would give the Cougars yet another one-run inning in the sixth, but this time, Ashley Salvino would hold Williams scoreless in the bottom of the sixth, giving the Cougars a 3-2 lead. Salvino's pitching would hold up to close out the game, giving the Cougars their sixth win in the tournament. The Cougars' record in the round-robin Sun West Tournament stands at 6-0. The tournament concludes Thursday. The Cougars record on the season is 20-9. Their win on Saturday evening doubled their win total from last season's record of 10-31. The Cougars play USD on Thursday in a rematch of their 0-6 loss on March 12. This game is the second on the Cougars' schedule that features an NCAA Division I opponent. For more photos see page 10 Photo by Tim Moore / The Pride �An elephant never forgets... BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer In a world briefing released by the New York Times on Feb. 28, the Associated Press announced that South A frica's government said it would end a 13-year mor• atorium on killing elephants beginning in May to reduce the overgrown population of South A frican elephants in hopes of protecting the ecosystem and impacted wildlife parks. The brief stated that at the t urn of the 20th century, there were only 200 elephants in South A frica. Now, there are between 18 and 20 thousand, according to varying sources. A 11 s ources a gree though, that the number of elephants currently in South A frica is expected to double by the year 2020—merely 12 years f rom now. Interestingly enough, there is another population of elephants that is undergoing population problems. However, t his p opulation's problem i sn't overgrowth, it is extinction. 5,853 miles across the Indian Ocean, in Laos, once heralded for i t's numerous herds and once dubbed the "Land of a million elephants," only has what is believed to be 700 Asian elephants l eft in the wild. In a c ountry lush with forest and vegetation, i t's a harsh % contrast f rom the scene in South A frica where n atural vegetation is t aking a b eating f eeding the some 20,000 .elephants there, that can each eat 5% of t heir weight a day. According to the World Wide Fund for N ature, it is estimated that there are only 25,000 wild Asian elephant^ l eft and 15,0.00 captive Asian elephants. A hundred years ago however, Thailand is thought to have had upwards of 100,000 Asian elephants. So why are there so few Asian elephants l eft in Laos? T hanks to f armers, p oachers, loggers, and dam builders (who all use elephants as t heir labor), i t's becoming harder for the endangered elephants to survive the t hreats and demands of man. Naturally, the f irst thought one might have is to j ust ship some—or in t his case thousands—of the South A frican elephants to the lush and under-populated Laos. However, the two species of elephants are vastly d ifferent. And now, t hrough DNA test- 1 H ü ing, it is believed that there is a ctually a t hird species of elephant. The t hird species comes j ust f rom the distinction b etween the A frican forest elephants and the A frican s avanna elephants. The A frican forest elephant is slightly smaller t han the more o ften seen Savanna elephant (Loxodonta A fricana), which is the species most commonly seen by the world in zoos, s afarigoers, and tourists to A frica. 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A frican f orest elephant i ^cap^ s tructure, and in t heir anatomy. . tivity. The main d ifferences between There $re many d ifferences Mftie t wo are: A frican elephants between A frican and A sian ele- {both genders) have ivory t usks, phants, both in tijeiT physical ; and only the males in Asian elephants have t usks, which are much smaller t han those of A frican elephants. Also, the shape of the e ars—African elephants have huge ears whereas A family of African elephants What you r BY NAME REDACTE Pride Staff Writer Earlier last week, the Associated Press released an article about the nation's drinking water supply being contaminated with pharmaceuticals. The Associated Press conducted a five-month long investigation that revealed pharmaceutical drugs in the drinking water supplies of 24 large metropolitan areas. Trace concentrations ofiheart medicine, infection fighters, estrogen hormones, anti-convulsarits, mood stabilizers, and tranquilizers were found in areas including southern California, New Jersey, [Michigan, and Kentucky. Similar drugs were found in upstate New York and in Philadelphia, other medicines such as asthma, high cholesterol, and epilepsy were found. In southern California, anti-epileptic and anti-anxiety medications were revealed in treated drinking water that 18.5 million people consume. The article reports that over the past couple of years, Americans' intake of prescription and nonprescription drugs has increased. The i contamination of water could conceivably be traced back to metabolized use (drugs do not just "stay" in our bodies and are "flushed out" and back into the water supply) or simply unused by humans. Additionally, there is the issue of contaminants, such pesticides and lead that have been focused on and regulated because higher concentrations presented a clear health risk. In regards to pharmaceutical drugs, some officials note that human safety may not be jeopardized because of studies done with larger amounts of trace concentrations and lab animals. Other officials are concerned because humans consume water every day consistently and in respectable amounts. Another point of view on the subject is that pharmaceuticals, contrasting to other contaminants, are designed for the humans. With a compounding consumption, these trace amounts could especially affect and be more devastating to those more in more sensitive conditions—the elderly, pregnant women, and significantly ill people. Currently, the federal government does not have any required testing for cle mentions that some studies have found trace concentrations of pharmaceuticals in Asia, Australia, Canada, and Europe. There are also documented health issues with wildlife that are being further investigated. It is also important to address that based on what the pharmaceutical industry knows, they justify that there is little effect on human health by these trace contaminants. While this is important news, the AP did not conduct a comprehensive, scientific study to examine the full effects of this on humans, so these discoveries cannot conclude a specific causeand-effect relationship on humans. Many scientists emphasize that research is limited on this subject matter and a lot of information is unknown. For more information, and to read the AP article, please see http://www.linkrook. com/260 water Come and team how yw can make a difference overseas! F amily Y MCA i s h iring l ife g uards, c amp coeradois and camp u afclead^ Œ eek out o w website at | If you would like to put m a classified, pharmaceutical drugs in water nor a maximum or minimum level of safety. The AP article also notes that some water providers that do screen for drugs only screen for a small number, which overlooks the prospects of other drugs. Another concern is the addition of chlorine in water can exacerbate the toxicity of drugs. Furthermore, another matter is bottled water and home filtration systems, which do not remove these impurities. Bottled water is often the same tap water repackaged and is not treated for pharmaceutical contamination. The article also explains that the only known technology to remove pharmaceutical contaminants is reverse osmosis, but the drawbacks of this procedure is its expense for mass production and it also produces large amounts of contaminated water for every small amount that is clean of pollutants. So, unless a home filiation system specifically features a reverse osmosis capability, the water may still contain harmful pharmaceutical pollutants. This problem is not just contained to the United States either—the AP arti- Help i s n eeded Your Turn. : Camp Sommer Jobs < l l ^ ^ ' l ^ ; ; ' ! . " : ' ^ ; - ' § 1 e daxyn*».arg l iMilfcl side the W WF to help alleviate the rising c onflicts between humans and elephants. In a more recent article published by the N Y Times w ritten by Michael .Wines as a follow up to the previously p rinted b rief, he said South A frica's environment m inister released a revised proposal that would allocate roughly $700,000 for more s cientific study as to what the most humane and e ffective way for elephant population control. Though there is still much debaté and controversy over the subject, with many people of all levels on involvement on both sides, n othing has been f irmly decided f or the f ate of 14,000 elephants. At the moment, there are numerous organizations working hard in both countries to protect both the elephants and the ecosystems, but there is^still no plan or quick-fix options in place for either Laos or South A frica. For more i nformation, the 3 a rticles c an be f ound linked t o t his article at the online version of The Pride. s \n wa t e r ? CLASSIFIEDS I: M ^ i ^ n a Asian ones have smaller ears; and A frican elephants have a downwards curved spine and extremely w rinkled skin, whereas Asian elephants have an upward rounded spine and smoother skin. F urthermore, in comparing the two A frican species, the A frican forest elephant is also smaller than the A frican savanna elephant with rounder ears, and its t usks are slightly longer and straighter, with a slight p ink hue. However, while the A frican savanna elephant that inhabits South A frica seems to have no problem copulating, the A frican forest elephant is extremely endangered because of poaching. In an article p rinted on Mar. 16, the North County Times quoted Sebastian D iffillot, the c o-founder for ElefantAsia, " The situation will become very dramatic in about 10 years if nothing changes," f urther w arning that w ithin 50 years the wild elephants of Laos could be completely e xtinct. The U.S. Photo courtesy esrucom W ildlife C onservation Society is also working in Laos along- . ,, INFORMATION SESSION T uesday, M arch 2 5,12:00 p .m. ' ' " V M arkstein NÜII102 afe" vyww.peacecorp8.gov (800) 424-8580 �Baseball Goes 1-1 Nearly complete major upset BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer March Madness is in full force with the second round being completed on Sun., but Cougar baseball came in as the Cinderella and almost came away with the upset. Playing against an extremely talented #2 Azusa Pacific team, the Cougars surged late but could not complete the comeback. Azusa Pacific started strong scoring six runs in the first two innings, knocking out SP Steve Triolo after just 1 1/3 IP. Down 6-0, the Cougars got on the board as 3b Austin Coleman hit a solo homerun in the bottom of the 2nd, and would tack on two more in the third to be down 7-4. In the bottom of the 7th, DH Austin Way hit his second home run of the game to start the comeback, but Azusa Pacific would come right back with three runs in the top of the 8th to put them up 11-6. The game would end 11-8 in a victory for Azusa Pacific University. CSUSM does not have a football team, but by looking at the score of the second game of the week for the Cougars, some may make think otherwise. Scoring at least one run in every inning, the Cougars beat Principia 24-3 in complete domination. Principia lead the game off with two runs to take the lead. The Cougars blew the game open in the bottom of the 2nd, lead by a grand slam by 3b Coleman. Scoring eight runs in the 2nd, the Cougars were up 10-2 already. SP Chris Skaalen would pick up his second win of the year going 4 innings giving up two earned runs on four hits while striking out four. In the bottom of the fourth, Way continued his hot streak with a grand slam which was the second of the game for the Cougars. The Cougars' record improves to 11-14-1 on the season. The Cougars travel t o Point Loma today, before playing host to Bethany University this weekend. NCAA.com and CBS Photo by Tim Moore / The Pride Freshman pitcher, Ashley Salvino works her way to seven strikeouts in CSUSM's 3-2 win over Williams University, Saturday. For full story see page 7. ELáfis i t M M i Photo by Tim Moore / The Pride perfect internet streaming BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer In this vast world of technological advancement, the live streaming of sporting events is a task not to be taken lightly. It is an undertaking that requires mass amounts of bandwidth and a dedicated repair staff. Rarely is the art of making sports available to the masses done right. NCAA.com, in association with CBS has done it right. Throughout the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, NCAA.com is streaming games live and 100% free. The concept is great, and the execution is even better. The service caters primarily to those in professional environments, locked away from access to a television during one of the best times on the snorting calendar. The interface features the fabled "boss button" for the paranoid employee. The "boss button" transforms the interface into a mock-spreadsheet, instantly giving office-wandering superiors the security of productivity, or so they . think. The service also comes in handy when more than one game is in play. CBS choses what games they will show region by region. For instance* in Sunday's secoiid-round matchups, San Diego's CBS affiliate KFMB showed nearly exclusive coverage of USD's game with Western Kentucky. Near the end of the game, USD was trailing by double-digits with under 30-seconds left on the clock. The game was clearly out of reach for the Toreros, however, because of geographic restrictions KFMB aired the game to the final buzzer, which lasted around five minutes because of timeouts and fouls. During this time, #10 seed Davidson was in the process of upsetting the #2 seed Georgetown. A few clicks was all it took for viewers to have access to the Georgetown, Davidson game online. Before, accessing the online coverage, users must first log in with a CBSSports.com, CBSNews.com, CBS.com, CBSGames: com, TheShowBuzz.com, or NCAAsports.com username and password. The interface of the service is simple and responsive. A pre-roll short advertisement plays before the user's initial selection, and after that, the only additional advertisements are the normal commercial breaks. The video quality in full-screen mode is comparable to that of the television broadcast. The only drawback to the service is a buffer delay (around one minute) from the actual live game. NCAA .com and CBS have offered the services for f ree that other leagues charge premiums for. The service is giving people what they want, and it is a win-win for all parties involved. CBS is projecting advertising revenues of at least $21 million, some $10 million more than 2007's tournament. �What happens on spring break doesn't stay on spring break Wcfcr urges youth to consider sta:s BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Spring Break '08 is a home stretch away and with that comes the necessary proactive safety advice from the campus, family and friends. Many just looking to "don't worry be happy" for a week may mistake concern for annoyance, believe rules aré meant to be broken, and consider those cautious as 'square.' Warnings can only go so far—in one ear and out the other, but the truth doesn't lie. Jennifer Wider, M.D., author of The Doctor's Complete College Girls' Health Guide: From Sex to Drugs to the Freshman 15, warns college girls of the possible repercussions of activities that ensue during a stereotypical college Spring Break vacation. Alcohol, drug use, and promiscuous sexual activity can leád to sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy, overdose, and serious health problems. "An American Medical Association survey of college students found that 83 percent agree that Spring Break trips involve more or heavier drinking than typical college life," says Wider, M.D. "Almost threequarters of the surveyed students acknowledged that increased sexual activity takes place on these trips—70 percent know friends who were sexually active with more than one partner on Spring Break. STDs and pregnancy are two very real risks of spontaneous sex that have lasting consequences after the trip ends." Information mentioned by Wider originated from an online survey of 644 women age 17-35 conducted from Feb. 27-March 1, 2006. Wider adds that the only 100 percent preventative measure against an STD or unplanned pregnancy is abstinence; how- it later, and be aware of surroundings at all ever, youth should prepare themselves in the time. event they do have sex during Spring Break. The 'Girls Gone Wild' film crew isn't In addition to always using a condom, women the only thing to worry about anymore. In can make sure to refill their birth control pre- this day and age of Facebook, Myspace and scriptions before they leave for Spring Break. other Internet venues, students should keep Plan B emergency contraception (EC) is now in mind how nearly impossible it is to elimiavailable without a prescription at pharma- nate something once it appears on the web. cies for anyone over the age of 18. To down- Pictures say a thousand words—words that load a card that makes purchasing EC more can't be taken back. privately, visit www.go2planb.com. Women Staff and faculty members routinely monshould never substitute EC for birth control itor students involved in clubs and organias the pill is not effective when already preg- zations online. More and more businesses nant and does not protect against STDs. nowadays use search engines to screen Whether planning on pontoon boating in applicants. Think about that the next time Havasu, clubbing in Cancun, or any other you down one too many J ell-0 shots in popular Spring Break hotspot remember Rosarito. the weeks, months, and years that follow it. Having a mature outlook on the future Always travel in groups and discuss limi- alone will be enough of an awareness to tations and expectations beforehand. Keep make the right decisions and still have a an eye out for friends—they'll appreciate good time. A once in a lifetime opportunity The World Nomads Travel Scholarship BY ALEX H AND Pride Staff Writer There are scholarships that help pay for books and tuition.. .then there are scholarships that help pay for the experience of a lifetime. The World Nomads Travel Writing Scholarship provides the opportunity for one lucky student to have this experience. This opportunity has recently been opened up to the students at Cal State San Marcos. The scholarship will send one outstanding student to participate on an i-toi volunteer project to the tsunami-devastated region of Sri Lanka. The chosen student would spend time living in a small coastal village amongst locals of the region. The scholarship winner would also receive mentorship from Sydney Morning Herald journalist and travel writer Keith Austin throughout their stay. Among the perks is also a new Lenovo laptop the student would use to draft up their own fea- ture travel article highlighting their stay. Upon return, the student's article could be published by the Sydney Morning Herald (www.smh.com.au). If published, the story would be read by thousands of traveler's worldwide. Previously, The World Nomads Travel Writing Scholarship has sent students on various assignments in locations such as Anhem Land-Australia, Kenya and Cambodia giving away four educational scholarships to date. World Nomads is partnered with key industry leaders such as Lonely Planet and National Geographic. The "passionate about travel" organization was established in 1999. They have been offering travel insurance and travel safety services to adventurous independent travelers ever since. According to WorldNomads.com, the scholarship program is "designed to create a dynamic, experiential learning opportunity, which offers mentoring, produces exciting content and facilities partnership to publish/ Illustration by Amanda Andreen/The Pride broadcast/exhibit student's work." There are currently 4 scholarships open each year in areas of Travel Writing, Podcast Journalism, Photography and Film Documentary. Any students in the fields of communications, journalism, media, arts, writing and/ or lecturers are encouraged to apply. There are no specific eligibility requirements but the scholarship aims to attract "those students who have a passion for travel and a strong desire to learn and contribute to making a difference in the world." The application deadline is May 25th. For f ull scholarship and application details visithttp://j ournals .worldnomads .com/scholarships/post/15629.aspx �'08-'09 ASI Cabinet Nominees Bios *Some bios were edited for length in order to accomodate layout spacing. The full bios can be accessed online at thecsusmpride.com Alexander Hoang-President & CEO Alexander Hoang hails from Vista, CA and is currently an International Resident Advisor and Business Administration/Management student at CSU San Marcos. Alexander's experience spans Education, Business, Non-profit work, and the Arts. He has served in Education as a Team Orientation Counselor and Advisor for UC Riverside and CSU, San Marcos, Princeton Review Instructor, and Meditation instructor. Alex has experience in commercial real estate sales, and is intensely involved in the pursuit of a Business Management Degree at CSU San Marcos, his brokers license, and JD MBA in the near future. Serving his community is Alex's passion. He is thankful for the opportunity to run for ASI President and is grateful to all his supporters. Zachary de la Pena - President & CEO My name is Zachary T, de la Pena and I am running for Associated Student Inc. President and CEO. I am a junior at CSUSM in both graduating year and units completed. I am a political science major and plan on attending law school upon graduating from Cal State San Marcos. I am an extremely hard worker and have great determination. I am running for President because I feel that I could do great things for CSUSM and would be an asset to ASI. I have experience as a leader in an array of organizations and have held a variety of leadership positions throughout my life. I am currently an active member of the executive office in ASI as I am a Board Director of the College of Arts and Science. I would be able to use my experience on the board and my knowledge of how ASI functions to guide the board throughout my term. DON'T BE WACK VOTE FOR ZACH Lynn Torbert - VP of Operations Hello, my name is Lynn Torbert and I am currently running for Vice President of Operations. I am a junior here on Cal State San Marcos Campus. I am a Communication major and plan on going into managing marketing for a fashion company. At this time I am involved in Orientation Team, Alpha Chi Omega, and ASI. I should be VP Operations because I have many ideas that I would like to see get accomplished and having more of a voice will help me do that. I would like to see more involvement on campus and the best way to do this is by having more activities and to advertise more on what ASI is all about. I am the besicandidate for these positions because, my goal is to turn this commuter campus into a f un place to be where you can truly experience all aspects of college life. I am running on a slate. Vote Cougar Slate Christian Pedersen My name is Christian Pedersen I am double majoring in Mass Media and Political Science; I am currently a junior here at CSUSM and am running for the position Vice President of External Affairs. As a Political Science major, I feel that I have the understanding necessary to serve our university on the state level; acting a liaison between the students, ASI, and the CSU system. Having been a member of Lobby Core in years past, I have a good understanding of the challenges and c ommitment awaiting the Vice-president of External Affairs. I have been involved in many organizations on campus, and have held leadership roles in a number of them. My past leadership positions have helped to give me the knowledge and experience necessary for serving our cammis and you the students. Stephen Castro - VP of Finance * VOTE COUGAR SLATE!! Stephen Castro (VP of Finance), Zach Delapena, Gil Cardenas, Lynn Torbert, Zach Morrison, Giovanna De Los Reyes Trevor Frerking!! Proven ability, experience with making difficult decisions, and the integrity to garner the faith of the people are the character qualities I possess. These can be seen through my leadership of an organization on campus, Global Business Management Association. My education here at CSUSM has given me the skills to properly manage not only my financial duties but also the time management responsibilities associated with the position of VP of Finance. I recently accepted the position of Vice Chairman of the ASI Finance Board further contributing to my overall knowledge of the financial situation here at CSUSM. In the absence of the current VP of Finance, I chaired the Budget Marathon meeting and worked diligently with the Board I am running on a slate and with them we are in favor of REDUCING Parking Prices, Having More Dance Tickets, Increased student out reach by ASI and C5>U Admin, More availability in congested Classes, and More Athletics and Intramurals. Our goal is to work together as a Slate to make Cal State San Marcos a FUN PLACE TO GO TO SCHOOL!!! VOTE COUGAR SLATE!!!! Conrad Ottey - VP of Finance Hi, I'm Conrad Ottey . I've been advocating for students for three years now, two of those years on the ASI Board of Directors. I have extensive knowledge of the inner workings of ASI and I am very excited for the opportunity to serve as the Vice President of Finance. I've served in a variety of ways to better CSUSM Over the past two years I have travelled twice to Sacramento to lobby the State Senate to lower student fees and grant more access and affbrdability I am a 55? Kayla Robinson - Rep at Large . W * r r U n n i n f , f ° r J e p r e S e n t a t i v e a \ L a ^ ' a " d 1 c h o s e t h i s P otion because I wanted to involve myself with the student body as well as learn more about the issues others have on campus. I think this position is perfect for me and I can bring a lot to the role. I am already Treasure^offfie S S S Z U C mPUS for ' " ^ C 0 r a p a S S , 0 n a t e a n d 1 W OTk h a r d to be successful! I love this Campus and I want to be apart offfiec h ^ g f t h a i g rZu gh �'08-'09 ASI Cabinet Nominees Bios *Some bios were edited for length in order to accomodate layout spacing. The full bios can be accessed online at thecsusmpride.com Jessica Mills - VP of Marketing Hi, my name is Jessica Mills and I am running for the VP of Marketing position. I am currently your Student Rep at Large. By being the VP of Markétmg I will make sure that students are informed on the events that are going on, on campus. I will also talk to the ASI president on the goals that ASI has set to make sure that they get completed. Hoping for your vote, Jessica Mills Gil Cardenas - VP of Marketing Hello students of CSUSM my name is Gil Cardenas, I'm a Global Business Management -Marketing Major with a minor is Political Science. I've been a part of ASI for the last two year as a Student Representative @ Large in 2006/2007 and The Vice President of Finance in 2007/2008, This is my third time running for the Board of Directors for ASI and I'm excited at what new challenges I can solve next. My number one concerns for next year's board will be: Lowering or Freezing the Parking Fee increase for 2009 *Raise the budget for the annual Masquerade Ball and Spring Fling dances so we can invite more students. ^Advertise to students through the Pride Newspaper the events that are going on, on campus for that current week or month. ^Providing students with a plethora of extra curricular events to raise school spirit. *Expand the current Recreations Department that currently provides activities such as, paintball excursions, snow boarding excursions, trips to theme parks, to provide more activities and allow for more students to participate. Sabrina Oleson - VP of Marketing Hi! My name is Sabrina Oleson. I am entering my senior year here at CSUSM as a Marketing major in the Business program, which makes me a perfect candidate for the VP of Marketing with ASI. I am mature, reliable, and intelligent. I have the experienced needed to not only get the job done, but do it fantastically! Currently, I am on ASI's Programming Board as the Annual Events and Traditions Specialist, planning and executing events for you, the students. Some of my duties included Welcome Week, Cougar Fever Week, Masquerade Ball, and Spring Fling. I am familiar with the school's needs and what the students want. I have professional experience in the real world with marketing and understand the restraints on working with a budget. So remember to VOTE for SABRINA OLESON for VP of MARKETING! Thank you! Sabrina Brian Buttacavoli - VP of Marketing No Photo Available I am a Business Major and an RA for the on campus housing. I want everystudent to have a voice, and I believe that with my team we will get CSUSM where it needs to be. This campus has a lot of potential, so by using creativity and charisma, I will make marketing for this campus efficient and effective. I will make sure that no student is left in the dark because we will get this campus more involved. I enjoy lobster dinners with my main man Cesar Chavez and long walks on grassy knolls. I also plan on marrying Sara Bareilles, and we will have many beautiful children. So remember, vote with confidence, Vote for Brian! Giovanna De Los Reyes - Rep for College of Arts and Sciences Hello everyone, my name is Giovanna De Los Reyes and I am currently running for Representative of college of arts and sciences. I am in my first year at Cai State San Marcos. I am a Kinesiology major in hope to eventually become a dentist, Currently I am involved in Alpha Chi Omega.i should be a representative for college of arts and sciences because I am a hard worker and very goal oriented, and I feel it is important to voice the opinions of the students here at Cai State San Marcos. In addition to my running for representative I am running on the cougar slate to which we are in favor of: -Lower parking prices -More dance tickets -More ASI sponsored adventures -More student reach out by asi and csu admin. -More availability in congested classes -More athletics and intramurals our goal is to work together as a slate to make cai state san marcos A FUN PLACE TO GO TO SCHOOL!! VOTE COUGAR SLATE Benjamin Bertran-Harris- Rep for College ofArts & Sciences My name is Benjamin Bertran-Harris and I am a freshman with a nursing major. If elected to be a representative for the college o fArts and Sciences I will emphasize on creating a branch in ASI that represents our nursing students and any Cal State San Marcos student whose major is in the medical field. I am a hard worker and will do what should be done. If you would like to know more then you can look me up on facebook. Zach Morrison - Rep at Large Mv name is Zach Morrison I am a Political Science Major and am running to be a Student at large representative. I am a hard worker who is seeking this oosition to make a positive impact here at Cal State San Marcos and I will do my best accomplish this. I currently hold a position as VP of Public relations for Hillel here at CSUSM and well connected with the student body. As a student representative I will seek out your concerns, desires and opinions to make sure that the resolutions I propose to the ASI Board of Directors is what you, as a student body want. I am running on a slate and with them we are in favor of: REDUCING Parking Prices, Having More Dance Tickets, Increased Student Reach out by ASI and CSU Admin More availability in congested Classes, More Athletics and Intramurals. Our goal is to work together as a Slate to make Cal State San Marcos A FUN PLACE TO GO TO SCHOOL!!! VOTE COUGAR SLATE!!!! VOTE ONLINE!! 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Ad libbing, rhymes reminded me so much who "MacGyver"s a tape recorder singing and incorporating theat- of Uncle Martin, my mother's and microphone into a surround rics into his performances is par, brother. [He] lived a few blocks sound system. for the course. Not surprisingly, away until my high school After pesky laryngitis led to Torres has worked with many years, providing comfort and the cancellation of his originally performing artists throughout his support after my father died... scheduled reading on Feb. 21, career. He even has a CD, "Holy He was sort of a Puerto Rican contemporary poet Edwin Torres Kid" (Kill Rock Stars Records). Benny Hill...Humor was a motiperformed for students, staff, and Some of Torres' books include vating force for me since there faculty on Thursday, March 20 in I Hear Things People Haven't was always humor in the houseReally Said, Fractured Humor- hold," said Torres in an interous, The All-Union Day Of The view with Salon.com. Shock Worker, and ThePoPed6lr> Much of his work was sung ogy OfAn Ambient Language. or rapped as well—potentially It was an enjoyable night for broadening his likeability all in attendance. The mood was among musicians as well as litlight hearted as the audience erary afficianados. often found themselves laughConsider the line from his ing aloud in response to another poem, Exotic People, "Bohemiantic from Torres or a witty line ans is a catch phrase thrown out in his poetry. by no-hemians," or the complete Torres explains his first inability to pull out a single line Photo courtesy Edwin Torres from All Colors Not White. Torres' readings are clearly meant to be appreciated live or streamed online. Reading it as simply text just will not do. Expanding Extreme Sports Production Company is looking for The next Community and professional, teani-orientod individuals that are financially driven World Literary Series event with good communication skills. will showcase writer Joyelle Positions available: Management/Supervisors, Merchant Support McSweeney in the M. Gordon and Distributors, We areAiling the positions^ inmiediately. SalaClarke Field House Grand ries range. Inside as well as Outside Sales positions. Salon on Thursday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m. Movie Made Productions 760-471-4500 / 760-471-4525. Where are the movies? How San Diego is getting overlooked BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer Have you ever heard of a movie called "Blindsight"? No. What about one called "The Band's Visit"? Still nothing? How about "Contempt"? All right, so you haven't heard of any of these movies, that's fine - neither have I, to be honest. They are only the top rated movies on www.rottentomatoes.com, so why should we have heard of them? Well that is why we should have , heard of them. If they are the most popular recently released movies - wouldn't you think they'd be in all the major cities across California? Wrong. These "popular" movies, even though they are currently dubbed the most popular movies in the nation, NONE of them have found their way down to the San Diego area. I am a big fan of going to the moyie$, and I'm an even bigger fan of road trips - but I am NOT a fan of having to go on a road trip just to see a movie, which is exactly what I'd have to do if I wanted to see these . "popular" films. Some of these movies look quite entertaining and I would absolutely love to see them, but I don't want to drive for a few hours j ust so that 1 can sit and watch a movie for 2 hours. Now, I live in Orange County - and going to La-L.A.land is a drive for me, so I completely understand how much worse it is for everyone down here in San Diego County. So I guess if we want to see "Blindsight", " The Band's Visit", "Contempt", "Jar City", or "The Diving Bell and The Butterfly", we are j ust going to have to plan a road trip. We'd have*to head up to L.A. to see most of these. For some, however, we'd have to drive all the way up to the glorious misty air of the San Francisco Bay area. But for even some others - we would have to enjoy a delightful flight all the way to good old New York City. So why aren't these " great" movies playing in our major cities? I don't know, perhaps someone should write a letter to the Motion Picture Association of America. We could say that we aren't upset. We could tell them that we are JUST DISAPPOINTED - that will zing 'em! �w on't put y ou to s leep BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer A s I w alked u p t o t he d oorman/ b ouncer and p aid my $5 t o get i n, he a sked w ho I w as t here t o s ee. " Sleepless M e, f or s ure!" T he G ypsy L ounge in L ake F orest, CA is q uite a h omey p lace. C ouches l ine t he m irrored w all, and t here a re c omfy s tools l ining t he i ncredible b ar ( where t hey k now hcrw t o m ake a d rink). It is n o b igger t han a l arge l iving r oom, but I 'd say it is j ust t he r ight size f or a local b and v enue. T hen Sleepless Me t ook t he s tage, Now, I have s een t hese g uys play q uite a f ew t imes, and I am b eing t otally h onest w hen I say t hat t hey get b etter e ach t ime. T his n ight w as n o e xception, T he sound s ystem w as m uch l ouder than u sual, so w hen S leepless b egan p laying, it w as e xceptionally loud and h ad t he feel of an e pic aretta. N eedless t o say, t hese g uys s ounded s uperb, even m ore so t han u sual. Sleepless Me is C ory, D ale aiid B ach, E ach of t hese g uys b rought a n awesome (in t he o riginal s ense of t he w ord) p resence t o t he s tage l ast n ight. B ach's Photo byMerrilee Burke, courtesy of myspace.com/sleeplessme Casa s tuffed shells, ravioli, eggplant parmesan, and much more. Every d inner you order comes with salad and garlic b read, and w ith each d inner c osting less t han $10, it is a g reat deal. A nother g reat p art of C asa A ngelo's menu is t heir sandwiches. Some of the choices include p astrami, meat b all, " moosolini" (meatball, sausage A ND p epperoni), v egetarian, and chicken. For an 8 " s andwich, it is less t han $6 and f or an e ntire 12" sandwich the p rice is less t han $7. A n essential p art of C asa Angelo is t heir speedy delivery. From t he t ime we ordered t o t he t ime t hey w ere at our house door w as less t han 20 m inutes. O verall, C asa A ngelo is a small hole in t he wall r estaurant t hat greatly exceeds y our e xpectations. I r ecommend everyone t ry it at least once b ecause I can p romise t hat you w ill not be d isappointed. You w ill have a newly f ound favorite p izza and I talian p lace t o eat. To check out t he menu and plan your order, go t o www.casa-angelo.com. ' Dale S baSS ' l ^ e s , C ory's i nvin- out and e njoy sotrie real r ock m usic! P izza BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer drUmS cible g uitar r iffs, a nd u nstoppable v ocals m ade f or one of t he g reatest Sleepless Me shows I 've ever s een - and I 've seen q uite a few. T hese g uys even r ocked so h ard t hat t hey c overed t he L enny K ravitz song " Rock and Roll is D ead" and t hey p roved t hat r ock a nd roll is v ery m uch alive in t hem! W ith t he r elease of t he s econd EP, " 2", Sleepless M e has, m uch t o o ffer at t heir shows. P laying t heir r ockin' songs f rom t heir f irst E P r "Grow?' and all t hree songs f rom " 2", t hey n ever c ease t o e ntertain t he crowds a nd, on o ccasion, have b een k nown t o r ock t he f aces o ff e veryone in t he r oom! So i f you ever get t he opport unity t o check out a S leepless show, you should absolutely ¿ heck in f or t he r ide of y our l ife. Sleepless Me a re once a gain h opef uls f or t his y ears O range C ounty M usic A wards " Best A lternative B and" and d espite r eceiving a p oor r eview f rom OC Weekly by a g uy w ho d oesn't l ike anyt hing but t echno, Sleepless h as a g reat c hance of w inning t hat a ward. D etails a bout Sleepless Me, as well as a p lace t o l isten t o a lot o f t heir m usic, can b e f ound at w ww.sleeplessme.com. C heck t hem Casa Angelo is a family owned pizza and fine Italian restaurant. It is virtually unknown to most of San Marcos but is located c onveniently close to campus, on San M arcos Blvd. The restaurant is r un by a m arried couple, with the help of t wo or t hree other delivery boys. Being so small, one m ight t hink t hat it doesn't have t he s ame r esources, along with time and money, t o c ompete a gainst high-powered p izza p laces such as D omino's or Piz;za Hut. W here t hey lack in size, they m ake u p f or w ith t heir delicious food. From t he m oment you s ink y our t eeth into their m outh-watering p izzas, you c an tell that they w ere m ade w ith c are. Not only do t hey s erve g reat p izzas but they also have a w ide v ariety of t asty and authentic I talian f ood. T heir I talian d inners include s paghetti, c hicken p armesan, m i« By Tim Moore / Pride Staff Writer m RO CK7ALTERNATIVE H iff m m iff m c/i Pretty.Odd. PANIC ATTHE DISCO 14 year-old girls across the world unite in support for Panic at the Disco's followupiothe wildly successful " A f e w You Cahl SwealOut"The band isshowing signs t jf maturation, not in the confentin which they produce, butby eliminating punctuation. That'sright,f ^nicat the Disco {formi%%ncpi as Panic! at the Disco) dropped the "I* earlier this yeai Sounds like fun ROCK In their first studio album since 1992. the B-52's make their comeback this time ^ r ^ ^ l ^ ^ ^ ^ n i l b ^ i ^ Ä e r e p o r t e d l y has ari''all new sound guitaust Keith Stnckland says "It's loud, sexy rock & roll with the beat pumped up to hot pink " Sounds like even more fun TfteWaflabeeChamp Ö Ö T C tl H H S ^ ÖA Endeared as one of the most supreme talents to pick up a mie ever, Kfah j^spécñíí • achieving success with his solo caieer Tne Wallabee Cnamp' ts a ^Öection of rarities and non-aibum cuts fiom throughout his solo careet 8 S1 ®1 811 P&aALTERNA"iSl ^ -•• I f - Reason To Believe Jumping on the Radiohead and Nine Inch Nate bandwagon. Pennywise is taMnQ part in what just might change the-surface modem music distribution. Starting today. . fans can download the album free and. legally thanks to a promotion.from Myspace Records and Textango;The album maintains the classic Pennywise sound and :'"¿i- " • J- political criticism that fans-toe come to love. CiOttllM|CMM hock . Saturday Nights & Sunday Mornings COUNJJNG CROWS In their fifth studio release, and first since 2002, the Counting Crows are back with more inspirational arid listener-friendly music. The album has two sides - thefirstof which, titled "Saturday Nights" features® rock:stylin£ and the' i second, aptly titled "Suoday Mornings," features a more country sound. Images cmrtesyofg^apyn^com Photo by Ross Lichtman / The Pride �Pride Staff Writer Don't be fooled. A movie with the promised antics of Jack Black may sound tempting, but this is one comedy that doesn't fulfill its intended purpose. Jerry (Jack Black) is a junkyard worker who attempts to destroy an electrical plant that he believes is reading his mind. But when his plan goes sour, his magne tized body ends up erasing all the tapes in his friend Mike's (Dante 'Mos D ef Smith) video store, conveniently named Be Kind Rewind. With a store full of blank videotapes, Jerry and-Mike embark on a not-so adventurous journey to remake some of the most memorable movies of our time. The ironic idea in this disappointing movie is that some of the best and most memorable movies are being remade, which just begs you to ask yourself the question: Why aren't I watching those movies right now? Considering this is a comedy, I found myself NOT laughing 90% of the time. Don't get me wrong, the remakes that the protagonists made were amateurishly comedic, but the entire movie just failed to move the audience emotionally. The remade movies, although humorous, failed to be consistent and plentiful enough to act as a driving force in the film. While Jack Black's performance was usual Jack Black as always, Mos Def came across as a little slow and boring, and that is definitely something that comedies are not about. With somewhat bland characters and an even duller story, "Be Kind Rewind" fails to hook the audience with its scarcity of laughter. Chances are you'd be better off staying at home and listening to your Tenacious D CDs. Photos courtesy Photo courtesy Abbot Genser/New Line Cinema Stone Imperial Russian Stout BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Stone Brewery brews and bottles Stone Imperial Russian Stout in Escondido, California. The brewery originally opened in San Marcos in 1996. In 2006, the company moved to a new facility in Escondido to better meet product demand. The current facility is capable of producing of up to 250,000 barrels. Stone Brewery should be in Escondido for an extended amount of time. The brown glass bottle holds 22 fluid ^ ^ H ounces. A gargoyle wearing a ^ ^ ^ f ur cap ad or n e d with a star, no d oubt a throwback to Imperial Russia, squats holding a mug of stout. The bottle has a bright blue outline while a foggy white outlines the gargoyle. A shiny gold glazed bottle cap, featuring the company's logo in black stencil, caps a bottle with an alcohol by volume of 10.8%. The double than average AVB is characteristic of Imperial Russian Stouts, which often have ABVs of 10-11% The stout retails for $5.99 at BevMo. The stout pours chunky — a rich black liquid fills the glass. A thin head forms and disappears quickly. The stout radiates a gothic blackish-purplish color. Coffeelike aromas seep into the surrounding air. The murky stout first attacks the tongue. A subtle tingling sensation spreads throughout the taste buds. The stout gathers intensity during the peak of consumption and finishes off the rest of the oral cavity like a Jackie Chan fight scene. The stout leaves a powerful rolling wave of energy as the stout descends below. The lips smack in joy and demand more. Stone Imperial Russian Stout should be consumed leisurely in a relaxing environment to fully experience the adventure.Unwind during spring break with this week's stout. If considering the stout, visit a local BevMo quickly as the stout is scheduled to disappear after spring. Have a f un and safe spring break, Cougars! OneRepublic "Dreaming Out Loud" BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer Thirteen tracks of juicy vocals and teasing guitar—OneRepublic's "Dreaming Out Loud" is sizzling. A scintillating blend of what falls easily on the ears as a mixture of The Fray, Maroon 5, Keane, and Snow Patrol, "Dreaming Out Loud", off Interscope Records, is heating up the charts and the airwaves across the nation. "Dreaming Out Loud," moved from slot 45 last week, to slot 20 this week on Billboard's Hot 200 albums. The single "Apologize" featuring Timbaland is #9 on Billboard's Hot 100 singles chart, and "Stop and Stare" is up three spots to the #9 song on Billboard's Pop chart, and is also #9 on iTunes' Top 100 Songs. Not only that, but "Apologize" is the #17 most downloaded ring tone in the nation this week, falling in between "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" by the Charlie Daniels Band and "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin. The album opener, "Say (All I Need)," is a scenic ballad with a techno flare, promptly followed up by "Mercy" which was most recently featured on the March 13 episode of "Smallville," along with "Apologize" and "Stop and Stare." Following "Mercy" is "Stop and Stare"—which stops me in my tracks everytime I hear it. It's that good. Then comes "Apologize," and there really isn't that much to say about this track other than it's amazing and catchy. "Goodbye Apathy" which falls directly after "Stop and Stare" and "Apologize", mirrors The Fray's sound so closely, it could most definitely be mistaken for a track like "Little House" off their last album, "How to Save A Life." Track 7, "Tyrant," brings to mind "Erlkonig" by Franz Shubert with it's pounding one note intro, and it definitely isn't the strongest track on the album, but it is apparent they were trying something different, as this track has a little more of a U2 and Bon Jovi vibe. "Prodigal" starts out slower, and leads in with creeping vocals that could be compared to Snow Patrol and Keane as the song slowly builds into a full-blown pacing rock song with a hint of the Beatles, circa "I am the Walrus" era. * "Won't Stop" has a bit more of a Nashville feel to it, with violins and percussive elements accompanied by a confident steel guitar and curious piano interludes. "Someone to Save You" and "All We Are" sound pretty much the same, except for the really lame sounding drum intro on "Someone to Save You." Except for those two tracks and "Tyrant," the rest of the album is solid, and even though the "Timbaland featuring OneRepublic" version of "Apologize" rocks, I have no doubt they could have made it to the top without his help. Photo courtesy Amazon.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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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XIX N 1 1 Day of action against budget cuts nears CSS A prepares for march on state capitol BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer munity Colleges (SSCCC) plan for 4-21-08 to be the day for students statewide to take a stand against the April 21, 2008 will be a day proposed $5.3 billion dollar budget of change and a day of action for cuts Governor Schwarzenegger higher education in California The announced in January. California State Student AssociaIn hopes of spreading the word tion (CSSA) in coordination with and increasing awareness of the University of California Stu- 4-21-08, the three distinct bodies dent Association (UCSA) and the of public higher education named Student Senate for California Com- the coalition campaign "Students Student open forum with President Haynes coming soon for California's Future." Aside from the thousands of students that have already organized to protest the budget cuts, the campaign is also reaching out to other agencies such as: environment, social reform, health, labor, and business affiliates to garner more support and concentrated action for their cause. "4-21-08 is the day no student should be silent in the face of $5.3 billion dollars in cuts to education," said CSSA Board Chair Dina Cervantes of CSU Northridge. "The proposed budget should increase investment in education from Preschool to PhD, not the opposite." With a proposed $386 million dollars in cuts to the California State University system alone, the proposed fiscal budget for 2008/2009 will continue to inflate the price of Annual event strives to empower victims of sexual violence BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer April 8 - Today all members of the CSUSM community and of the extended community are invited to Take Back the Night. A day and night of activities all about empowerment—the events begin at 11:45 a.m. in front of Kellogg Library. Take Back the Night is dedicated to "raising awareness and walking in solidarity against sexual assault," and is hosted by ASI Women's Center. It all begins with "Walk in Their Shoes," where students have the opportunity to hear music, poetry, and stories f rom survivors of sexual assault. All are encouraged to j oin the march for empowerment, as the evening activities will also be in memoriam of victims of See CSSA, Page 4 Second University Store Now Open Community Alert Next Thursday, April 15, will be the first student open forum of the semester with CSUSM President Haynes. The forum will take place during University Hour (12-1 p.iri.) in the President's Boardroom (Craven 5302). Last semester's two forums with President Haynes varied in topics from parking permits to student unions. The forum facilitates discussion between a CSU executive and the student body and welcomes any questions or concerns relevant to the campus community. Take Back the Night at C SUSM public education and increase student fees—which have increased 67% since 2002 alone. These cuts come in addition to the $522 million dollars in funds that have been cut over the past 5 years. The $5.3 billion in cuts encompasses all levels of education, Photo courtesy UPD Photo by Jackie Carbajal/The Pride BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Craven 5110 on Founders Plaza is now home to the new University Store. Current operating hours are: Monday- sexual assault. Then this evening f rom 6 to 8 p.m. there will be an information fair provided by the Women's Center in conjunction with various campus and community organizations who hope to end sexual assault and support victims of sexual assault. " It's so important not only to stand in solidarity with victims of sexual assault but to raise awareness and provide information to women and men about how to prevent rape," said senior Phylisa Wisdom, who volunteers at the Women's Center. "The tabling event will give several organizations the opportunity t o inform students of the services that are available to them. Perhaps most See Night, Page 4 Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The new store features a more extensive assortment of student supplies, imprinted clothing and gifts in addition to more computer hardware and software. The store also offers Fed/Ex Kinko's Services for drop-off and pick-up. The previous University Store still functions as a bookstore and both stores carry test forms and supplies. Dang has made threats against an unspecified college campus in San Diego. Dang resides in Sacramento County, but his current whereabouts are unknown. A warrant has been issued for his arrest for a probation violation. Dang has threatened to kill police officers in the past, and should be considered armed and dangerous. Dang's full name is Thai Thanh Dang. He is 5'10", weighs 200 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes. If seen, do not attempt to contact, but please notify CSUSM Police immediately (760-750-4567 or 911 from any campus phone). Valley Elementary students lobby for Dolores Huerta statue at CSUSM Women's History Month discussion generates equal rights movement BY JACKIE CARBAJAL professor Dr. Natalie Wilson visited the Pride Staff Writer third and f ifth grade As of now, Caesar classes of the dual Chavez stands alone immersion program at the top of the trek to teach * students of stairs leading up about feminism and to Chavez Plaza. If the impact of fightthe students at Valley ing against sexism, Elementary School in racism, and clasPoway have it their sism. Part of Wilson's way, Chavez may have lesson plan involved to make room for one having the elementary more. 'In light of the students write a letter recent Women's His- to CSUSM President tory month and Caesar Chavez Day, CSUSM See Statue, Page 4 Phata by Jackie Carbajal/The Pride �Gas prices gouge students T H E C IPRIDE BY JON THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer ^ EDITOR m Cum VR D N P C E C S A I I I A A H C MA C A M N O OmDÏTOR A A I o ii ; BIM N H ^V/ JLAYOW Ì 0 I T O R Hick Strizver DS BB TO MMGR I T I U I H A AB NLCKSTIUMR: * * ^ * NEWS BDITOR ; : Jackie Carbaiai * : ;; ' ; \V Fs^rusu&s BDrrofi ^ ASSISTANT LAYOUT EDITOR \ AMANDA ÁNDRE&N ~ ^ ^ ' I B I H L 1 B I I I Í I I Í I M I; I * ^ ^ . * E IO ' DT R T ORIA SAVEY Sk>rts Editor & ^x OHlim MANAGER TmMaoM " C P E IO , ' OY D R T " TlHANmHOAHO 5 msimss M HA I & * A GR Sales R presentati ve £ CRISTIJNfBVOHO ADVISOR ! fOAH ANDERSON $TAF?Wium$ Lance cartelu . 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The Pride unserves the right to j reject any advertising, The M de is {mMished weekly | cmlìKsdaysduringd^academic | ye&t. Distribution includes all of G5ÜSM campus. Cal State Sao Marcos 333 S. W m Oaks Valley Road I Smi Maccos* CA 92O96-ÖO0I Phone: (760) 75Ö-6Ö9£ Email: prids@csiisia««*iii H ü i iü No matter who you are, or where you are, in America, the consensus is in: gas prices are a travesty and are very quickly becoming the plight of the American people. The question is what can we do about i t Certainly we can't go about our lives without transportation, nor should we have to. There is always the alternative of public transportation. However, while it is an alternative, public transportation, which, also generally runs on petroleum has also become subject to rate increases due to inflated gas prices. The first solution that pops into many Americans' minds is to boycott buying gas on a pre-determined day. While I won't claim that this has no ill effect on the gas companies, what have we really accomplished? The fact of the matter is that in order for us to avoid gassing up one day of the week we are going to have to pump even more gas either before or after said boycott. So I ask, what is accomplished if you are ultimately pumping the same amount of gas. Not to mention that in the wake of past gas boycotts we commonly see gas companies and OPEC nations raising prices immediately following the boycott to make up for any potential profit losses and to no doubt show the consumer and western countries, who is really in control. Here are a few tips I came across to help you get the best value for your gas dollar, the last thing you want to do is waste away that $4 a gallon liquid When filling at the pump, set the nozzle trigger to the lowest speed, thereby creating a minimum amount of vapors. Gas pumped at a high speed into your tank has a far greater chance of becoming gasoline vapor, vapors that you just paid for are being sucked back into the underground storage tanks and resold. The idea being, to get as much fuel into your tank as possible, while creating as little vapors as possible. Fill up when your tank is half full, by minimizing the amount of air in your tank you are further eliminating the possibility for the gas to evaporate into excess air. When filling up try to do so in the early morning, when its cold out. All gas stations have underground storage tanks and in the morning the ground temperature is at it's coolest. Like most liquid substances, when gasoline is cool its density increases. Keeping in mind that while gasoline is denser when cool, it in turn, expands when warm. So by filling up in the late morning or afternoon when the ground temperature has increase you will most likely be getting less than an actual gallon per metered gallon. Now this is all well and good for getting the most out of your gas dollar, while the consumer still is for the most part rendered helpless. Lets face it— we as a society for better or worse rely on our cars for daily life. By not buying gas, as the consumer and the oil compa- nies well know, we end up hurting ourselves far more than we could ever impact the oil industry. The power we do have as consumers is to choose from who we buy our gas. The idea being that if consumers avoid making purchases from the larger gas companies, Shell, Exxon/Mobile, Chevron/Texaco, they will be forced to lower prices. When the industry giants lower their prices the smaller, independent gas companies will have to follow suit. Unfortunately in this case one person can't make any kind of difference. For any kind of result or effect to be felt by OPEC and their American oil company bedmates, consumers nation wide need to act. Your alternative to action is grabbing your ankles and wait for $5 a gallon this summer, then drop to your knees and prey for divine intervention, the only likely way the oil industry would be inclined to stop gas prices from rising without consumer action. Any action is better than inaction. Church's Influence on Sports NHL P layoffs s et t o b egin Kane and Jonathon the true answer came when AlexanToews. The question der Ovechkin led his Capitals to a here is who will is it playoff berth. While in the process going to. I feel that Kane of bouncing his team back from the On March 25, 2007, and Backstrom are the worst team in the conference to the Tim Moore, 25 simutop two rookies in their southeast division title, Ovechkin lated seasons on NHL class. The only differ- finished with top honors in goal '08 and I made some ences between them aje scoring (65) and will also receive big predictions about that Backstrom was a the Rocket Richard Trophy in the the then upcoming linemate to Ovechkin, process. >hvockey season. But whereas Kane became with the playoffs finally Vezina and William M. Jenhere, it is time to talk trophies and a huge playmaker for his team and nings Trophies who they are going to and see how became a leader on the ice. What once was thought as an Presidents Trophy off we truly were. easy Martin Brodeur, Roberto Here is where I can say that I had Luongo and Henrik Lundqvist final Art Ross Trophy If it wasn't for a his right ankle it right on the bubble. Because of is looking more and more like a which lead to Sidney Crosby miss- a weak division, the Detroit Red Jean-Sebastien Giguere, Evgeni ing 28 games, Tim and I would Wings were able to jump out as Nabokov and Brodeur finish for top of looked like we made the cor- favorites for the Presidents Trophy. goaitending honors. Giguere will rect pick. As Sid the Kid probably Although it was conference play win his first Vezina do to in large would have put up some great num- that led to a record of 54-21-7 with part of his great defense in front of bers again. But the reining cham- 115 points, coach Mike Babcock him, but also because he is in the pion is handing over to the guy who led an injured plagued Red Wings top three in nearly all goaitending beat him out for the Caider trophy to another president trophy. stats since the All-Star break which two years ago, Alexander OvechHart Trophy and Rocket Rich- is considered playoff time. kin. ard Trophy But the Red Wings goaitending Caider Trophy What was the biggest question duo of Chris Osgood (2.09 GAA) I think it is safe to say that the all season long was answered when and Dominik Hasek (2.17 GAA), finalist for this award will be Wash- the Carolina Hurricanes fell to the it only seems fair that their comington Capitals Nicklas Backstrom Florida Panthers on Friday. But that bination of 80 starts between the and Chicago Blackhawks Patrick was only the formula being brewed; two would be more significant than BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer Giguere's 2.12 GAA in 58 games going into Sunday's finale. Stanley Cup It is never too early to say who the clear favorites are going into the playoffs. I believe that the winner will come out of the West once again, but you never know in the best of seven series. However, I still feel that the Ducks are going to do what they do best and that is shut down top scoring line after top scoring line in order to win the cup. However, the San Jose Sharks do have home ice against the Ducks and have become the team to beat heading into the playoffs. With the Sharks and Ducks facing off in the Western Conference final, I would predict that the Eastern Conference final will match up the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers. And I will stick to my preseason prediction of the Anaheim Ducks sweeping the Flyers in the Stanley Cup Finals. Any questions or comments can be sent to churc009@csusm.edu or pride@csusm.edu. It is j ust a g a m e BY BILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer There is nothing more relaxing after a hard day of classes than to wander off into the fantastic realm of video games. Moreover, nothing is more annoying than someone who complains while playing video games. Players who insist on shouting every time they feel the game systems has wronged them belong on the same level of frustration as those who talk aloud at the cinema. First, shouting will get a player nowhere. As technologically advanced as it is, the XBOX 360 system cannot hear you. If the enemy kills you in "Call of Duty," even though you think you got a headshot, complaining about it does not make a difference. The game goes on and the player has another chance. Swearing and bellowing, "no way!" does not take away what just happened. The effect of shouting is on others nearby. Fellow players and people nearby often do not sympathize when a game does not go as expected. They may not be willing to admit it, this racket is bothersome and a waste of time. In the big picture, these other people do not care if the player really did hit all the notes on "Guitar Hero." Gamers have linked unpopularity to people who whine while playing. Often the case in games like "Halo" is that a grenade that was not seen kills players or because shots from the Battle Rifle were not as accurate as thought. Yet this is where most complaining occurs. Most games are advanced enough dispense damage fairly. However, there are occasions where the game glitches and something occurs unjustly. Players must keep this is mind and consider that they too might have been helped by a error at one point. What goes around comes around. Possibly the most annoying brand of complaints comes from instances where players moan about being truly bested. In this world, fate gifts some people in areas more than others are. When beaten by someone of greater skill, one should gracefully admit defeat, rather than complain that the other person is a nerd who only plays that game all the time. Even thought there is resentment against those who are experts, other players would like to have that skill if possible and are just upset they are not as good Even though pressure may be overwhelming, players should remember video games are just games. Complaining does not better the person and it only ruins the experience for others. �UIVJJ/O FEATURES THE pride L Ljr\L Tuesday, April 8,2008 Tliesïtey April 8 • Monday April 14 8:00 a.m. Info table for the US Marines Còsta Rica Information A CD 102 1 2:00 p M * Sexual Assault Awareness F örum P l à ^ l ^ ^ S ^ i B 1 2:00 p«ni» Jgj ^^^^ffipeezway/Terrace g ASJYoga Bite p i t of Ihe Budget 3 Plaza S fts&tt 8:00 Cougar Bazaar & Student Fundraising Week ^Keilogg Plaza Friday April 11 1 0 1 Bag Football iífngrm F j Ä l ^ 12:00 p.m. SOOjxtii. Take Back the Night Fòrum P tea fl0:00 a.m. Info Table Kellogg Breezway/Terrace :Disney 12-4 p.m. Pa#Öerpuff FootbalfToumament J ti^er fields Wednesday^pirïl 9 ¡ ¡¡so p^^M^&Ê^ Admissions Information Session 11:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting : Mark 344 Í ¡|0 p.m. Gré^n370l 12:00 p.m. .• p BMiiliitob Meeting Kellogg 3010^ § | M Sctoral ' Ílliív443 Thursday April 10 12:00 p.m. of the [LunchJBox Mark 101 Saturday April . 9 :00 Bnttín Doctora! Class (BmaM event Univ443 to prk}$$wmmMttATT$: Cûfmé$r of Events) THE C ALIFORNIA CENTER FOR TNE ARTS, E SCONDIDO MUSEUM GUERRERO MOM i ! i l s MARTINEZ QUESNELL SILVA VENEGAS MARCH 1- M A Y 31, 200Ö Bring Iri this ad for 2 F OR 1 ADMISSION to t he C enter Museum That's 2 Admissions for $3 With valid student ID j frrr[ tfr R N I A 'f f O C ENTER FOR THE ARTS C ON Dl 0 O 34ö N. Escondido Boulevard Escondido, CA 92025 artcer*ter*org T he 2 007/2Ö08 Museum season ts generously sponsored by À Et í �4 NEWS Tuesday; 4pri/ ff, 2008 From CSSA, page 1 that have already depleted students' wallets. It could also mean increased preschool through the university class sizes, less course offerings, the level—with an estimated $1 bil- loss ofqualified instructors, less stulion to just higher education. Even dent organization funding support though in his address to the state and perhaps a longer than expected on January 8, 2008, the Governor time to graduate. discussed an upcoming shortage in "Our generation has yet to see teachers, he still plans to cut mil- another issue with the power to sinlions from the CSU system, which gle-handedly affect multitudes of in 2007 was the greatest producer of Californians the way these budget K-12 teachers. cuts could," said Louise HendrickIf the proposed budget becomes son, UCSA Board President. "Now official, CSUSM students—and all is the time to put aside differences, CSU students for that matter—can come together, and ensure a better, expect an additional 10% increase brighter future for all." in student fees, on top of the rising For students near the state capitol costs of parking permits and gas on 4-21, the Day of Action begins From STATUE, page 1 Karen Haynes arguing the case for a statue of Dolores Huerta to stand next to Caesar Chavez on the college campus. "The letter was prompted by discussions with students (both at CSUSM and at my children's school) about Huerta and Chavez. Over the years I have been teaching, many students have asked why Chavez is honored with a holiday, statues, etc and Huerta is forgotten," said Wilson. "I was motivated to think about how, on a local level, we could honor Huerta and decided a movement to t ry and put a statue of her alongside Chavez would be a good way to honor her work and give her the rightful place she deserves next to Chavez. Also, as Chavez day is supposed to be a day honoring community service, I think the idea of using the holiday to serve underrepresented communities (like the predominantly Latino, dual-immersion school I visited on Thursday) is in keeping with the purpose of the day — to inspire service and activism to change one's community for the better." Dolores Huerta worked alongside Chavez, fighting for the rights of farm and field workers, immigrants, and migrant workers. "Although Chavez has been framed as the ' father' of the farm workers/Latino rights cause, she (Huerta) is just as important as him. Yet, in keeping with our patriarchal culture, we honor the fathers and forget the mothers," said Wilson. Wilson plays an active role in the Women's Center and Women's Studies department in addition to the Literature and Writing department. Earlier this year, CSUSM recognized Wilson under its February Faculty Achievements for her many publications including a chapter, "Womb Fiction: Late Twentieth Century Challenges to the Woman as Womb Paradigm," H §ll§ll9 M 8 & 8 i 0 : 3 0 Ss *a i THE PRIDE importantly, though, is the message that the CSUSM campus community does not condone sexual assault and is actively working to stop it. H opefully we'll get a good t urn out so the message is loud and clear." Following the information f air all in attendance are invited and welcome to walk together without fear to symbolize the end of the victimization of women. history, we hope that you will please consider putting a statue of Huerta next to the Chavez statue." "She should put a statue next to the other one of Chavez that is the same size and not smaller or behind Chavez," added third grader Naomi C lift. When asked why Huerta should also have a statue, third grade student Oscar Garcis replied, "They worked together as a team, and they were equally important in the fight for f arm workers rights." The experience proved enlightening to Wilson, having received skepticism from educators over whether or not the issues discussed would be too complicated for young students to comprehend. "These kids proved that they do understand and can grasp the injustice of the way in which our world judges people based on skin color, monetary earnings, or on whether they are male or female. They were really in Women in Anglophone Literary Culture: Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Perspectives Ed. Robin Hammerman, Cambridge: Cambridge Scholars Press, 2007. In her discussion with students, Wilson cited many important women in history including Coretta Scott King, Rosa Parks, Eleanor Roosevelt, Mary Wollstonecraft, Pocahonatas, Sacajawea, Mary Shelley, and J.K. Rowling. To end the discussion, Wilson discussed the achievements and advancements made throughout history to help women attain their rights, adding that letters and petitions are ways of evoking change. Students then collectively d rafted their letter for Haynes stating, "We, the students of Valley Elementary feel* that Dolores Huerta deserves to have a statue next to Cesar Chavez. They both worked together; she was j ust as important as he was. In order to honor her and women's excited to learn about feminism and important women," said Wilson. "I would love to see CSUSM student organizations get involved in trying to make the statue a reality. We have so many vibrant groups and passionate students on this campus from MECHA to the Black Students Union to the Women's Center, the LGBTQ center, the Cross Cultural Center, and Women's Studies Student Association. With their help, and the support of faculty and departments, it seems that even in this time of horrendous budget cuts, we could direct our energies towards honoring a woman who so valiantly fights for social justice." Any students interested in f urthering the movement on campus can follow the advice of Valley Elementary student Georgia Gilmore, "Students at college should sign a petition and show it to President Haynes to show their support of the statue." mat a|l:iil|l|il S From NIGHT, page 1 higher education and stop student fee increases," said Cervantes. "Over 3.2 million students at the CCC, CSU and UC will be adversely affected by $1 billion dollars in cuts to higher education," said SSCCC President Frank Fernandez of Imperial Valley College. "With the help of UCSA and CSSA, we are organizing our peers at over 100 CCC campuses across the state to take action on 4-21-08." Current information can be found online at CSUSM's Budget Central: www.csusm.edu/plan/ budgetcentral or at the Student's for California's Future website: www. studentsforcaIifornia.org. at 8:00 a.m. with a march through Capitol Mall. After the march there will be a press conference hosted by CSSA to talk about the proposed budget and other support efforts happening throughout California's education system. "Students for California's Future" encourages all students on all other California campuses to rally together and take a stand for their education. 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Genetic instability According to the Autism Soci- in the womb may impede brain ety of America, Autism Spec- development, or even complicatrum Disorder, or ASD, has tions with delivery may contribrisen to a baffling prevalence of ute, not to mention the increased 1 in 150 American children as of sensitivity of a developing child 2007. In California, the number to environmental toxins like of autism cases has tripled since alcohol and drugs. 1985. The disease has no known Children with ASD usually cause, nor a certain cure. receive a diagnosis within three At its most severe, autism can years of birth, but there are no cause an otherwise healthy child actual medical tests to aid in to be emotionally insufferable, the identification. An individwith hardly any verbal skills, ual's communication skills and or trigger the urge to self-harm. behavioral characteristics tend However, the puzzling disease to be the factors most assocican produce unusual intelligence ated with ASD detection. Even and memorization, as Dennis so, autism may be commonly Hopper showed the world in mistaken for mental retardation, the film "Rainman," while still a hearing disorder, or simply presenting debilitating gaps in eccentric behavior. Early idensocial skills and emotional iden- tification and appropriate treatment programs provide the best tification. The scientific community gen- chance for a child with ASD to erally recognizes abnormalities develop as f ully as possible. Autism is in no way contain brain structure or function as the main cause of varying gious, but it is so common that degrees of ASD, though no one most people have some connection to the disease. Peter Bell, knows exactly why. A child afflicted with autism CEO of the national research will show differences in his and advocacy group Cure brain shape and organization Autism Now, called autism "the st versus those without. Neverthe- polio of the 21 century." Bell less, researchers maintain sev- is in fact the father of a young eral theories as to ASD's origin. man with autism, stating, "It's Many families studied display a very rare that you meet somegenetic predisposition to devel- one who doesn't know a family oping the disease, though no that's affected. I meet strangers specific ethnic group shows on planes who say they have a any kind of inclination toward nephew, or a friend, or a work colleague with a child who is autism's increase. autistic." There is no denial among researchers that autism has reached pandemic proportions because of some unknown change occurring in current generations. In 2003, Florida congressman and physician Dave Weldon reopened a previously discarded debate on whether thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative used in common vaccines in the United States, may cause autism. Some parents of autistic children claimed their babies and toddlers were developing normally then suddenly became unusually withdrawn within hours of receiving a routine round of pediatric shots. As promising as it sounded, multiple studies have repeatedly failed to present a connection between thimerosal and autism. Other researchers have theorized that widespread illegal drug use in the 1960s and 1970s somehow broke into the genetic code of humanity and altered the fundamental structure of DNA. Some public health agencies like the CDC and FDA once even thought that preservatives or pesticides in food contributed to the ever-growing problem. Science's unanimous conclusion that drug use is h armful still could not account for any con- sistent DNA change, nor could the FDA conclusively prove that preservatives produce immediate harm in the consumer. The only known facts in the world of ASD are of the disease's frequency and questionability. Those affected with ASD may find comfort in the Autism Society of America's support groups and throughout the States. The local chapters reach out to those with the disorder and families linked to autism. The Autism Soci- iifièfil mttm I ifkt ety of America also collaborates with many other organizations like CARD, the Center for Autism and Related Diseases, NARPAA, National Association of Residential Providers for Adults with Autism, and WAO, the World Autism Organization. If you or someone you know is struggling with the weights and fears of autism, the ASA San Diego County Chapter may be reached by phone at 858.715.0678. * #f AMMMSVlKt i iül pil|ii * fsp&sph» im> IMI il ìli uu $ à^iuftetepg m Mm, iiipmfeiiip faiipf 1Ü rni^mrmë mmcùm IfÉ^pi §i.n$tistâle MMIc mmrnmi* MMtai im i mmmmi Structures Implicated in Autism tùipt%t*nmm~ consi& primaries! mmfm^û^mâm tèW^Mwmê mm^ûm^m.ëM rnmiìm. i W m as a mUf N mm> m^saps far mïmmmm (ÉMU tiwmmm* \mmé$mh«Gktftw M the mmé coffee FtuyiM tette fss&Ä & m i mmM^ mê tiean m « I i j mimMtmt. htm/àU&tetmmt bâmm, toly rmm-mï$. mû tin mmlm mdl K ÜMÜ M F o r t y y e a r s later How the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. is still alive BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer It has been 14,614 days since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stepped out of his room on the second floor at the Lorraine Hotel in Memphis. On his way to a dinner at the Rev. Samuel "Billy" Kyles' home with several of his political aides—only four of which whom are still alive—as history will never forget, it's no secret that MLK never made it to that dinner. Shot by James Earl Ray, MLK's assassination devastated fellow civil rights leaders, communities, and the nation as a whole as it embarked upon a very fragile and controversial time in U.S. History. Forty years later, MLK's legacy and dream still lives on. From his infamous words delivered to a Memphis congregation on April 3, 1968, the night before his murder: "We've got some difficult days ahead, but it doesn't matter with me now. Because I've been to the mountaintop..." MLK's ideals and hopes for America inspired generations. In 1963, MLK's March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was a milestone for all Americans and the pursuit of civil liberties, as it was a turning point in U.S. History. It was during this march in which MLK delivered his famous "I have a dream" speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to more than 200,000 civil rights supporters. MLK not only fathered the birth of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, but also rallied the 1965 Voting Rights Act, both of which Lyndon B. Johnson made sure passed when he took over the role as President after the assassination of JFK. For more information about the legacy of MLK, or to read TIME Magazine's in depth feature and interview with the surviving four political aides who were with MLK at his death, please visit "MLK: 40 Years Later" at time, com. Additonally, to learn more about MLK, please visit thekingcenter.org, a center established by Coretta Scott King in 1968 to carry on the legacy of her husband and educate the future generations of civil rights leaders about MLK's dream. �The Pride Goes on Spring Break Adam Lowe yjedoesW'*1 Went down to a little Mexican beach town called La Mission south of Rosarito. We have been renting a house there for the past 4 years. A a d AmWko^.. mn a SiyiWfft^i«" Jackie Carbajal *Mjoffee J w t o c h o q a t f r t f f ì 2 l ? U Ì t ^ «at taz t rough SF a n? PtSMQ , riad seats at the very top otflieHojwauaiT^ sports arena in Anaheim to watch the Pocks face off against the Phoenix Coyotes in their fnai game of the season. It was Irst hockeyflameI ve sat through if you don't count the Mighty Pock movies. The Pucks won 3-2 in a Inai shoot out. _ _ VMacheco-htoc er äSSS«»» J* *1<ky �FEATURES THE PRIDE •o WebsitJSjof The Week C CO BY NAME REDACTED Pride Staff Writer What is Linkedln all about? Linkedln is an online networking system consisting of more than 20 million professionals from all around the world. It is f ree to join and in addition to f ree accounts there is the option of paid accounts that offer more tools to connect with people that may not be in your network. Within the member's network, one can find potential business contacts, be found by professionals, search for jobs and careers, discover "inside connections," send out job listings, find "high-quality passive candidates," and become introduced to other people through people the user knows. Linkedln could be equated as the career-world's FaceBook. Members create profiles with their professional achievements and it is optional to put up pictures for further identification. From that, one can find business contacts, former and current colleagues, and classmates, and it works the other way around too. l inkedln's simple philosophy is the following: "Relationships matter," and it exemplifies this with its manageable way to stay in touch with people, uncover career opportunities, and receive business with colleagues and classmates and stay in contact. Another great feature of Linkedln is how it can help users discover new "inside" connections when looking for a job or career opportunity. There is also a helpful feature of receiving expert advice from those in the same network. For those career and internet savvy professionals, Linkedln i s an appreciable way to benefit your ; career with the bonus of modern internet technology. advice. The m ^ g g u g ^ f j ^ n t is to help members be more* efficient in past, current, and future professional relationships and to present new professional possibilities—Linkedln is a great utility to literally "network." Linkedln allows one to reconnect Tuesday; 4pr// <??, Linked BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer cials. People can now watch or relive some of their favorites anytime and anywhere, from the spectacle that was the 2007 Fiesta Bowl Hulu.com is not just a video—rather between Oklahoma and Boise State or full videos. And if anyone else is tired of miss- seasons of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." • ing their favorite TV because a 15-page Video is in widescreen mostly and the "paper on sea otters was due the following quality is better than that found on YouTube day, then it's time to visit Hulu. or Veoh. The view screen itself is large and Ever since last year, the much-anticipated is adjustable to better viewing experiences. mega-site that combines the collection of Feel like turning the lights down or switchtelevision and movies from Fox, NBC, and ing to full screen mode? Click the "lower subsequent affiliates offers all kinds of spe- lights" button for a more intimate viewing or "full screen" for a large view. Sharing videos and embedding them are also easy options that give people more features to play with. Advertisement is ample, but people Hulu gets creative and offers choices in the kind of advertisements people prefer. The given two options: regular commercial intermissions or a onetime 2-minute trailer of an upcoming film or show. It isn't overbearing in anyway and it isn't anymore or less than one would find in another site. Hulu is fluid in design and dynamic for repeated viewings and multiple sharing. Anyone can find almost anything, but not everything as the site still needs to flatten some of the wrinkles. It may not be the end-all answer for all the content one would find, but users can appreciate the user-friendly model that the site provides and the strong passion for viewer oriented video at his or her convenience. According to a Nielsen online video census, Hulu debuted strongly with 1.7 million viewers and 13 million video streams. Perhaps with this much video and a vast collection that will be growing in the near future, that 15-page sea otter paper will never get finished. Pride Comics D ^CwONDEK T</Trs c^Azm UOW^WY tfroTHlVK THAT THE E 15 OTHE* è e o n a H S o MUCH 7 T H E e x a c t S AME - THIN® R 1 6 H 1 V REAULY PUTS * &0)N<* ON THAT H OMtWO* * l/VTO, f-^j OUT T H £.26."THAT f / VOW ' CHEMIST*/ j m^^^mi �Open Skies travel agreement BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer Traveling to Europe may have j ust gotten easier. As of March 30th 2008, the EU-US so-called Open Skies agreement o fficially goes into e ffect. The agreement opens up the t ransatlantic market to more f ree-market competition. More competition among a irlines will allow for more business o pportunities for airline companies and more choices for travelers. B efore the Open Skies agreement, f lights between the U.S. and Europe were governed by s eparate, individual agreements made between the United States and c ertain European n ations. The previous p acts made it m andatory for airlines to t ake o ff or land in t heir native c ountries, and also limited which a irlines could p rovide service to c ertain a irports. Now, with the new agreement in e ffect, it allows for a much more level playing field among all the companies serving the t rans-Atlantic market. With t his new level playing f ield comes many b enefits. For i nstance, British A irways will be launching a new airline called OpenSkies that will p rovide nonstop service f rom JFK to P aris, B russels, and Amsterdam. Many other airlines such as A ir France, Continental, Delta and Northwest will be opening up new f light options and b egin s erving many new p orts according to the New York Times. With many new players in the m ix, airlines will begin an all out s kirmish that will create many more travel options and possibly lower p rices for customers. With the f reedom to provide service to new locations, airlines will begin to schedule f lights to all new locations. Heathrow, one of E urope's most popular may be the location with the biggest increase of usage with new s ervice f rom airlines such as C ontinental, Delta, and N orthwest for t he f irst t ime. Later t his year, many airlines plan to add daily service to Heathrow f rom many U.S. cities such as Detroit, M inneapolis, and Seattle. As previously mentioned in the New York Times, according to J erry Chandler, author of cheapflights.corn's travel blog "We d on't even begin to get a glimmer of the possibilities of an open-market competition yet," Chandler has been t racking the open-skies agree- ment f rom the b eginning and says " there could be a lot of f lourishing of routes in markets that currently d on't exist, especially f rom smaller U.S. cities to E uropean hubs." So it seems that the new Open Skies agreement will benefit everyone involved but the b urning question still remains. Will it really lower a irfare prices for trans-Atlantic travel? Although it is unclear at this point, a study done by a consulting firm called Battle Group revealed that the new agreement should put pressure on airlines to reduce fares by 4 to 10 percent. As for the rest, it will be interesting to see how the new open market plays out of companies and travelers alike. Illustration by Amanda Andreen / The Pride 1 1 ' W hat you need t o k now before it's t oo late BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Just finished taking your ELM, EPT, and Alcohol Awareness Test? Think you're all done and ready for your second year of college? Well, u nfortunately there is j ust one more require- ment that all first-year students must finish before they r eturn to Cal State San Marcos for their second-year, and that is the Computer Competency Requirement (CCR). The CCR is a four-part test that evaluates students on their proficiency in varying computer related pro- grams and ethics. This test is geared toward testing the proficiency levels students in the use of basic word processing, spreadsheet concepts, basic internet use, and knowledge in v irus & ethics. Although it may sound like a lot of information to the not-so tech savvy, rest assured that I nstructional & Information Technology Services provides all the necessary study materials and tutorials to help with preparation. All this study material can be found on their website found in the "Technology" link in the Will Global Warming D estroy the E arth? W hat does the Bible say? Can the human race turn back the clock? are world problems multiplying & so difficult to solve? % there any hope.. .for us and our earth? Presentation b y: Martin Owen, P.E., Geotechnical Engineer and Bible student T UESDAY April 15, 2008 NOON C ai State San Marcos University Hall Room 337 More Info; 800-485-5855 Free admission ~ Free literature Sponsored by the Christadeiphian Bible Student CSUSM homepage. And with the pending end of this spring semester, there is not much time l eft to take this test, although the library provides adequate hours to help students find the time that best suits their schedule. Until May 9th, students are able to able to take the exam on Friday, 10 A M to 2 PM and Saturday, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM in Academic Hall 202. The CCR may also be taken at the Cal State San Marcos Southwest Riverside campus if it so conveniences students in that area. As well as study guides, Cal State San Marcos also provides a course (CS 100) that may be taken throughout the semester to help those that prefer to take a class as opposed to the test, and upon successful completion of the course, the student satisfies their Computer Competency Requirement. Not to mention that the four p arts that make up the test may be taken separately and at the will of the student. Each p art takes about 30 minutes to complete, which means that students don't have to sit for long periods of time to finish this test. With all the services to help students f ulfill this requirement, the only t hing hindering the completion of t his test is the s tudent's level of procrastination. �Sign-ups still open for powder puff football BY AMANDA A NDREEN Pride Staff Writer Boys in skimpy cheerleader outfits with makeup and pom-poms and girls in football gear with face paint and matching shirts are usually the images that come to mind whenever the term "Powder P uff' is mentioned. Sure, there are probably plenty of Facebook and Myspace pictures out there of just that too—but now all CSUSM students can participate in and witness such a spectacle firsthand. The time is now CSUSM, when all the females on campus have the opportunity to kick some Powder Puff butt. Sponsored by ASI Campus Recreation, this month the annual Powder Puff Football event and tournament begins Friday, April 11, and continues the next Friday, April 18 from noon to 4 p.m. The event and the games will take place on two designated fields at the lower field located on the corner of Twin Oaks Valley Rd. and Craven Rd. Signups are open at the Clarke Field House in FH 119 through Friday the 11th at 12 p.m. However, space is limited as only the first 12 teams to register can participate, so for those interested, don't wait too long, or the only available spots will be the ones at the sidelines watching. To register a team, at least three people from a team need to be present, and one of those three present needs to be the team leader. There can be eight people on a team plus a coach. Teams are encouraged to have coaches, so feel free to invite a boyfriend, brother, friend, husband, or classmate to coach a team. Once a team is registered, the rest of the individuals on the team can stop by the Clarke anytime to add herself to the roster. Registration for the tournament costs $5/person, but if CSUSM Softball s taying s trong down t he s tretch a registrant has participated in any intramural activity previously this year and already paid the $10 fee for the year, then registration is free. There will also be a "Free Agent" team with an open roster for anyone who does not have ateam but wishes to play. Teams are also encouraged to matching uniforms—though not required—however, there may be a reward for the "Best Uniform." Saul Garcia of Campus Recreation said, "The winning team will all receive Intramural Champion shirts and have a plaque with their team name and picture on it in our trophy case which is located in the hallway of thefieldhouse." All teams will play in the tournament both days. On the 11th' teams will play two games and then on the 18th teams will be ranked and participate in the single elimination tournament. BY T IM MOORE Pride Staff Writer International got on the board early, scoring three runs in the top of the first inning. The Cougars The Cougars left the field answered, scoring two runs in the on March 27 with their most bottom half of thefirstinning and impressive win of the season. one run in the second. The 3-3 By a score of 2-1, the Cougars tie persisted until Hope Internabeat USD—their first vic- tional scored two in the top of the tory over an NCAA Division I fifth inning. CSUSM attempted school in the two-year history a comeback in the bottom of the of the program. sixth after a Melissa Lerno triple USD jumped out to a quick lead to a Lauren Nelson RBI. The l-01eadinthebottomofthefirst, Cougars only managed one run in but CSUSM pitcher, Brenna the sixth, and failed to score in the Sandberg was lights-out from seventh, leading to their 10th loss there. CSUSM captured the of the season. lead on a Holly Russell triple The Cougars took the field in the top of the fourth inning again the following Saturday at that scored Lauren Nelson and Biola University. The Cougars, Erica Coelho. again, split the doubleheader. Sandberg held USD scoreless In game one, Melissa Lerno from the mound for the remain- would hold Biola to two runs on der of the game, only giving up three hits in an eight strikeout perthree hits and striking out three formance, as the Cougars went on in the complete-game effort. to win by a score of 4-2. Coming off of the big win, The Cougars would face trouthe Cougars split a double- ble in game two, losing by a score header Hope International the of 4-0. following Saturday (3/21). The Cougars' record on the In game one, the Cougars got season now stands at 23-11 with the win by a score of 9-3 thanks 12 games left on the regular season to another terrific outing by schedule. The Cougars face the pitcher, Melissa Lerno. Lerno Concordia Eagles on Saturday at carried a no-hitter through the noon at Mission Hills HS. fifth inning, en route to a 12 The Cougars are climbing strikeout complete game per- their way up the NALA Region II formance. rankings. As of April 7, the CouIn game two, the Cougars gars are ranked #4 in the region, lost momentum, losing a close up two spots from the March 30 one by a score of 5-4. Hope rankings. CSUSM Baseball WIM MOOREelps c ontinue C ougars'ftersatreak1 ay h BY T homered in the second inning, A week o ff, T Pride Staff Writer Senior designated hitter, Austin Way led the charge in a pair highscoring wins prior to spring break. Way hit his thirteenth, fourteenth, fifteenth, sixteenth and seventeenth home runs of the season in a span of only two days. The Cougars faced Bethany University on Friday, March 28 in a closely contested 16-13 win. Way f ourth inning and finally again in the fifth, going 4 -6 f rom the plate with four RBIs. Way's hot streak was not over as the team faced Bethany yet again the following day. The Cougars won the game 17-7, and Way's presence was felt, going 4 -4 with three RBIs and homering in the fourth inning and the sixth inning. Senior, Terry Moritz also contributed two home r uns. The Cougars faced Occidental on Saturday and continued their impressive r un, winning the game by a score of 16-2. Senior, Tristan Gale homered twice on 2-3 f rom the plate with four RBIs. The win on Saturday brought the Cougars to a record of 16-14-1 and was their sixth straight. The Cougars travel to Cal State Dominguez Hills today, to face the 17-24 Toros. — ———— 1 S PRINTER March 9,2001 college "program I S C OMING T O Y OUR C AMPUS! California State University San Marcos Thursday • April 10 • 4:00PM I Monday • April 14 • 12:00PM & 3:00PM CRA 1st Floor Come discover why the Disney College Program is an oppcntunity you f ist can't miss! Are yoti a college student who is looking for: Leave the Sprinting to us. | t A chance to build your résumé and gain real-world experience with a world-renowned company? North County s mw SPRINTER ligfit rail train has arrived. With service every I w A custom-designed learning curriculum that could earn you college credit? half hour on weekdays and every hour on the weekends, its easy to hop aboard the SPRINTER. Catch the tram at any one of the new 15 stations, BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated to connect you to major destinations along the Highway 78 corridor. Your ticket to North County'* new short cut begin* at only $£ pet trip. »PrtirNl i issR G oNaD .com • G i l 511 ¡ST" WE M OVE P EOPLE w An opportunity to meet people from around the world, make lifelong friends, and have fun? Limited Housing is now available for Disney College Program Cast Members at the Dismytmdm Resort Can't make our presentation? View our online E-presentation dbneycollegeprogram.com/epresentation II i ll ¡¡I i|ii| III lllillill f ill ¡¡I " 111| p owmommowmowmommQmmOmKÖßmOmmOmmOmm(KHM) 1 S STATIONS StrviNG VOU • i f l i r l P I ' I I llf;ff1 " ^pli^t^S^ Ili �Making Spring Break last Locals shine at the Orange County Music Awards BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer Oh! Spring Break, how I love thee! Let me count the ways! You are the best time of year because you bring about some of the greatest things this world has to offer: Hot girls and, of course, wet t-shirts! Well, no. Okay, yes, but that is neither here nor there. Don't get me wrong, I love a chick in a wet t-shirt, but that is not how to make Spring Break last. So what does make Spring Break what it is? What are some of the greatest things about Spring Break that make it so wonderful and so seemingly long? Spring Break for me is sitting in a hammock, sipping an ice cold beer, getting a little drunk and enjoying the fact that I get to spend some well deserved time relaxing. For me, a graduating senior, I am just counting the days until I get to bid this school farewell for my undergrad work. But this last semester before I decide that I am done, I'm taking this last Spring Break to cherish the time I have left. I think back to my childhood of listening to the relaxing tunes of movies like "Endless Summer" back in the 70s. Those surf tunes are absolutely soothing and relaxing. I just want to crank that while allowing the alcohol to permeate within me, creating the perfect feeling of a complete lack of care. But what is the greatest way to make this Spring Break last as long as it possibly can? This is how. Grab a good drink, turn on some good music and relax. Whether you are going on a trip or just staying at home this Spring Break, there is nothing more relaxing and naturally soothing than just letting life pass you by as you relax. Whether you enjoy the classic surf tunes from "Endless Summer" or something like the everamazing Bob Marley, just throw some of that on and have yourself a relaxing time. Maybe even take a few hours to hang out with friends and watch a good old classic 80s film like "The Goonies" or perhaps even "The Adventures in Babysitting" don't lie, you know you love that one! For me, I took this Spring Break to get a variety of relaxing goodness. I went camping in Big Sur and enjoyed some amazing beer as well as a swig or two of my favorite rum - all while spending time with my family. I went to Disneyland and spent some time with our most beloved rodent - but what did you do? However you spent your Spring Break, I hope that you were able to enjoy a good time that was just as relaxing as mine - I know it was needed and deserved - so, with that, I say, "Cheers to you! Now back to the grinding stone." BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer Amid the glitz and glamour of Orange County are many bands that deserve some recognition. This year at the Orange County Music Awards, there were a few surprises but also some expected wins. A few of the bands that I have seen on a regular basis here in Orange County were up for some of the awards at this show. Of the many nominations, among the sea of names were some that I recognized easily. Of these known names, I actually was quite hoping the best for a few of them. Hollowell, for example, was up for Best Live Electric Band. Though they did not win, they still get to enjoy their time overseas with the troops in Iraq, starting on April 3, 2008.Last year's winner of the Best Alternative Band, Sleepless Me, had to step down as the title-holder of that award this year. This year, the Best Alternative Band award went to a band called Bayadera (http://bayadera. ning.com/). Personally, I've never heard of them, but they won the award so they must have something good to offer. Give them a listen. Perhaps they actually are as good as their award would suggest. Sleepless Me is not the only former winner to have to step down. Deccatree, last years Best Indie Band, no longer holds that title because of this year's winner, Chris Paul Overall (www.myspace.com/chrispauloverall), snagging the title. Overall is one of the most talented musicians in the Orange County area with a 5-octave vocal ability. If you want to hear true talent, you need to check out this guy. As for the last honorable mention from me, we have the winner of the Best Live Acoustic Male: AJ DeGrasse (www.myspace.com/ajdegrasse). AJ plays every Tuesday at the Gypsy Lounge (www. thegypsylounge.com) in Lake Forest, CA with Chris Paul Overall, as well as many other great Orange County artists. The only real way to explain AJ's voice is - it is big. His voice really takes the whole stage. If you are interested in any of the other information regarding who was nominated and who won some of the other awards, check out www.orangecountymusicawards.com and you will get every bit of information you could ever want including pictures from the event that was held at The Grove of Anaheim. I think I'd say that all who won - won big! Finally, a reason to buy a Wii Super Smash Brothers Brawl BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer After weeks of product testing, the consensus of gamers is that "Super Smash Brothers Brawl" is the first game that makes owning a Jill Nintendo Wii necessary. While the system is unique with its motion s ensitive con- trollers, there was not enough support to justify investing in the system. However, "Brawl" has changed that. It is a fun, addicting game that takes minutes to learn, and countless hours to master. Released March 9 in North America, this is the third game in the SSB series. The game play is simple. It is a third person side-scrolling fighting game, featuring characters from classic Nintendo games present and past. These include Mario, Link from "The Legend of Zelda," Samas Aran from "Metroid" and several new characters. Both others games were excellent, and this is no different. The graphics are stunning and the interface is well done. Where this game stands out is the new storyline. Several villains, including Wario, Bowser, and King DeDeDe from the "Kirby" series, have kidnapped other characters and it is the gamer's responsibility to track them down. Starting with only a few playable heroes, players find more allies as the game progresses across the Nintendo world. Though it involves multiple storylines, the game is engrossing and appeals to people who have not even played previous installments in the series. The definitive best part about "Brawl" is the new features for multiplayer. Snake from the "Metal Gear Solid" series and Sonic from the "Sonic the Hedgehog" series are two of the most notable additions. Each has intense moves to bring to the battlefield, and they are not the only new faces. There are also new maps to battle on, as well as the mapmaker feature. Finally, new to the game is the final smash attack. Occasionally on the map, the SSB logo will appear and when acquired, it grants the player a special power ranging from more potent punches and blasters to access to allies and super-powered weapons. Each time the option to obtain this occurs, gamers may temporarily forget about the battle to get hold of this power. The idea of the game is simple, but Sora Ltd., the developers of this game, but not the previous two, has included several facets to make the game more enjoyable. Even if the financial situation may be tight, this game is five stars and justifies buying a Wii. ¡Centhood th In order to receive Campus Emergency Alerts you must self registerInto t h e s y s t e m ! ! To further strengthen campus emergerK^ pmparedness Ca! State San Marcos has implemented a mass notification system to communicate with the campus community during times of emergency. This system allows students, faculty and staff to determine how they would like to be notified if the campus should experience an emergency Choices include one or more of the following: * C ôl phone ' e*y c o n t r a t i | | | o n m ethod h as a f a M ake i nformed, h ealthy, c onfident Call m m * Campus e-mail * Personal e-mail * Home phone * Work phone l b register go to: w w w , c s u s m , e d u / e p and follow the prompte to enter your personal Information mPIpw • ¿mm m a m m real answers! real help. 7é*t% "7 A A f b irthchoice.net 27? S.fianchoSanta Fe Rd, San Marcos92078 :: o * pregnancy tests « pregnancy options and abortion counseling * S T ° e d u C a t i o n a n d p revention * support services �The world is ending... again...in "Doomsday" BY JON THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer "Doomsday" is the latest outbreak apocalypse movie to tap into the public's ongoing fascination with the end of the world. The plot line is one most of us will recognize: a 20th century plague virus breaks out; the government tries to put up walls to quarantine the population; and in turn, society declines into anarchy. The walls can't hold the virus as it spreads to the rest of the world, so writer director Neil Marshall throws a few twists into an otherwise all to familiar scenario. The film's trailer boasts, "it was an epidemic unlike any other," but after about 30 seconds of watching "Doomsday," one could quickly conclude that this is an epidemic in cinema like far too many others. With ground zero for chaos set in Glasgow, Scotland, this time it's the "dreaded virus Reaper" infecting the populous. The English waste no time in locking and barricading Scots behind a wall, following the Roman frontier's boundaries and surrounding Scotland. In a scenario moviegoers have seen before, the society collapses into anarchy. Left to die behind the wall, waiting for help that never came, the weak are killed and eaten, and soon all signs of life are gone from the quarantine zone. The first of a very few original twists in this plot line comes three decades later in the plot with the return of the Reaper virus, and this time it's in London. As the virus suddenly returns on the opposite side of the wall, government officials see signs of life on streets of Scotland's cities. With the world's population in jeopardy, British officials assemble a team to go back into the initial quarantine zone and find the cure. Enter British hottie Rhona Mitra's character: the anti-hero for the post-apocalyptic world, a refugee who escaped the initial outbreak three decades earlier as a child. Mitra leads the British insurgent team sent into Scotland. Dome.") Although lacking Tina The director must have been Turner's presence, the addition a big fan of "Mad Max: Beyond of Mitra driving a Bentley and a Thunder Dome" and "Escape series of modern special effects from New York," as the survivors makes the chase worth watching, and scenarios encountered in the if for nothing else as opposed to cities have far more similarities just going out and renting "Beyond to these films than not—escap- Thunder Dome." Doomsday's overall lack of ing what can only be described originality plagued the film, ultias cannibalistic, mohawk clad, apocalypse punks, in the city. In mately adding up to a disappoint"Doomsday's" second and pos- ment. The film had great visual sibly the only other original plot effects throughout. Unfortutwist in the film, the British team nately, as moviegoers have come encounters a literal medieval soci- to see time and again, great speety living outside the cities, in cial effects cannot save a poor, castles, complete with medieval unoriginal plot, or a complete and utter lack of any dialogue of value. armor, weapons and gladiators. Then comes the typical chase Aside from my personal favorite scene as the Brits try to escape line in the film: "Hungry?" "Try Scotland with the cure. (Again a piece of your friend." flashback to "Beyond Thunder LIONS FOR LAMBS RESERVATION ROAD Rent It redemption. Howewer, § | H | i mates «worthwhile, butdo not COUNTRY MMesorro F OP/R&B Spirit LEONA LEWIS a must-own | X-Factor,! BLUES Peace, Love, and BBQ MARCIA BALL: T HE WATER H ORSE: LEGEND O F T HE B EEF raajpi^wkiety in the dub scene P OP/ROCK R &B/HIFHOP All I Feel viik^imfm ••I �BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer The film "21" had serious potential to be a great movie. Yet this mediocre film fails on many levels. This is astonishing considering the star power and factors behind the film. The film producers had a good idea, but the movie left me begging for the end. The book "Bringing Down the House" is the inspiration for the film. The best selling book is the t rue story of Ben Mezrich, who used math and card counting to win large amounts of money in Las Vegas casinos. Jim Sturgess plays Ben, a math genius who needs money so that he can attend Harvard Medical School. Kevin Spacey, a professor, notices his talent and invites him to learn card counting so that he can devise a teamwork system to guarantee continuous wins at blackjack. Ben's life becomes complicated when he falls for a teammate played by Kate Bosworth and casino security puts the pressure on him. One place this film went wrong was with the acting. Jim Sturgess had his big break with the lead in "Across the Universe " but this actor f rom the UK had a hard time being a believable American college student. The audience might fail to care for his character due to the lack of depth. The other big name in this film is Kevin Spacey, who has proved himself as one of the greatest actors ever. However, one cannot always be perfect as Spacey gives a moderate performance as a stereotypical college professor who quotes "Ferris Bueller's Day O ff." More small flaws plague this film, which the flashy clothes and stylish music could not cover. The idea that inspires this film is fine, yet it becomes boring. At first, the depiction of card counting is exciting, but the repetitive nature of the action becomes boring. In between scenes in casinos are unoriginal moments showing the rise and fall of a movie character. Ben starts as a nerdy college student, who uses his skill to become something great and win the attention of the girl he has adored for a long time. Nevertheless, in the process, he forgets his t rue friends, then his world comes crashing down, and he must redeem himself. The end is predictable and like other films of this nature everything becomes right and Ben still gets the girl. The structure of the film being similar to many others may cause this movie to flop. Despite being based on a bestselling book and having notable actors, "21" might only score the titular number on a scale out of 100. Image courtesy of Sony Pictures San Miguel Dark Lager BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer While taking a trip to the Philippines might seem a tad bit difficult, tasting a product f rom Southeast Asia is not that far f rom reach. San Miguel Corporation brews San Miguel Dark Lager in Manila, Philippines. Logret Import and Export Company in City of Industry, California, imports the lager. The cardboard container holds six 12 fluid ounce brown glass bottles. The six pack retails for $6.99. The labeling is similar to most imported beers. The packaging consists of blue and yellow accents fea- turing a f rosty bottle nestled in a bed of ice. The bottles are labeled slightly different. The bottles contain a sophisticated gold and blue label. A copper bottle cap with the company's logo in red and black stencil caps a lager with 5% alcohol by volume. The lager pours semismooth releasing an almost completely black ale creating a half-inch thick head. The head keeps formation for a few moments then disappears. The lager creates an aroma similar to that of a bread bakery as doughy scents surround the f rosty mug. The lager enters smooth with a hint of excitement. Unlike most brews that peak with a onetime p owerful punch of flavor, the lager's peak of energy continues throughout the swallow and lingers for a brief moment thereafter. The lager leaves a bittersweet taste in the mouth. Ease back into school with this week's béer of the week and enjoy a wonderful product of a land far, far away. Welcome back, Cougars! La Fe Tortilleria Small, authentic, and delicious BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Who here at Cal State San Marcos doesn't like Mexican food? I 'll tell you w ho...wait...I can't t hink of anyone. And with so many choices out there to satisfy your craving, could La Fe Tortilleria be the shining example of t rue authenticity? La Fe Tortilleria is small restaurant on West Mission Road here in San Marcos, about a block or two away f rom the San Marcos Civic Center Sprinter Station. This small restaurant is the perfect atmosphere for a small lunch or for a call-in order. With its cozy space, it can be hard to spot, but tucked away in the area is this restaurant with a plethora of varying dishes-. From the usual burritos, tamales, and enchiladas to my personal favorite: " street" tacos. Ranging f rom chicken t o pork, their best choice of meat to place in a burrito is definitely their carne asada. ' Biting in to their famous street taco, the tender meat j ust seems to melt in your mouth. And to finish off your meal, why : ;iiot take home some home-made tortillas, tortilla chips, or a couple dozen of their f resh baked p andulce (like donuts). To top it o ff; U a Fe's low prices and friendly customer service definitely makes this place a shining jewel in a sea of culi- � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 protests safety spring 2008 Women's Herstory/History Month https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/ec7f374ec0141e415aa6c6e7005f0d2c.pdf 40ccbce198d1d6d3456bbfadf0a496b2 PDF Text Text THE PRIDE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008 www.thecsusmpride.com VOL. XIX NO. 12 Civil rights activist remembered at candlelight vigil CSUSM artists reflect on statue's significance BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Last Tuesday, CSUSM invited artists T. J. Dixon and James Nelson to speak to the university community about the historical perspectives about the campus statue honoring civil rights activist César Sleepless in San Diego Chavez. Dixon and Nelson were the two artists responsible for creating the statue and spoke about the importance and legacy to which the school connects itself. "My mother was a farm worker in Texas during the 60s, and [the United Farm Workers] was all that she would talk about," shared Dixon as she spoke about personal meaning of the work. "It was really the most tragic existence for farm workers who didn't have a voice and was never in one. place long enough to ask for change and equality." The week ended by honoring the leader with a candlelight vigil at the steps of Chavez Plaza. Traditional, See Sleepless, Page 4 Photo by Elbert Esguerra / The Pride Campus community unites to raise awareness On Tues. April 8, men and women gathered in Forum Plaza to participate in a night of empowerment and education against the sexual violence of women. Take Back t he Night is an observed protest around the nation that involves walking in the dark to display that women should and have t he right to feel safe while walking in the dark. Every two minutes, somewhere in A merica, someone i s sexually assaulted. This is the second year the Women's Center has held a Take Back the Night event on campus. On display was the 'Walk In Her Shoes' exhibit, f eaturing a variety of women's shoes with f acts and personal stories about sexual violence u nderneath them. The National College Women Sexual Victimization Study estimated between 1 in 4 and 1 in 5 college women experience completed or attempted rape during their college years. B efore the event began, many students walked through the exhibit and scaled t he booths in attendance. Students and s taff candidly shared their experiences and observations regarding sexual violence. Morgan Hoodenpyle, Women's Center Operations Coordinator, opened the event, welcoming students and s taff in attended and served as Photo by Amanda Andreen / The Pride emcee throughout t he night. A student pauses at the "In Their Shoes" display to reflect while reading survivor stories of those vicimized by sexual assult See Night, Page 4 C SUSM celebrates with sold out grand opening ceremony "You're either ' in or you're out,' as Heidi Klum would say— Traditional dancers pay tribute at dusk prior to a candlelight vigil in honor of activist César Chávez. BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer LGBTQ Pride Center now open BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer See Vigil, Page 4 Take Back the Night BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer Gal S tate San M arcos Students and San Diego residents alike w ill abandon t he comfort of t heir h omes on A pril 19 to t ackle an old cause with; a n ew a pproach: a s leepover. : I n an e xhibition of h omeless^ n ess, " Sleepless in San D iego" w ill b e a n ight spent u nder t he s tars a imed at r aising a wareness on t he issue h omelessness in San Diego. W orking alongside t he San Diego R escue M ission, a non-profit g roup dedicated t o a ssisting t he homeless, C SUSM's Pi Upsilon chapter of A lpha K appa Psi w ill r epresent CSUSM at t he a nnual event. Initially, A lpha K appa Psi h ad a similar event p lanned, " Sleepless in San M arcos," t o coincide with the m ain event b eing held in Point L oma. However, logistical problems f orced t he event t o be cancelled. A s an a lternative, A lpha K appa Psi decided to merge its event w ith t he San Diego R escue M ission's " Sleepless in San D iego" event. cultural dancers began the festivities at dusk by highlighting some historical significance within the area - from here in San Marcos to and all of you by far, are fierce and out," said Shane L. Windmeyer, an acclaimed author and keynote speaker at the dinner and celebration of the grand opening of ASI's LGBTQ Pride Center last Friday night. Held at the Grand Salon in the Clarke Field House, the sold out event housed alumni, s taff, students, and members of neighboring LGBTA communities on other local campuses as they showed their support and excitement for the new center on campus. The new LGBTQ Pride Center director, Rodger D'Andreas, and Co-President, Bryce Manning, of LGBTA and the Community Outreach & Resource Coordinator for the LGBTQ Pride Center, shared the honor of introduc- Photo by Amanda Andreen / The Pride Performer Tatiana entertains audience at LGBTQ dinner. See Center, Page 4 Relay for Life San Marcos high holds annual cancer walk BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer Each year the American Cancer Society sponsors Relay for Life, an event held at different times in dif- ferent cities across the nation. The overnight 24-hour event, Relay for Life creates a unique opportunity to unite cancer survivors, those See Relay, Page 4 Career Center hosts annual job fair Thursday, April 10, 2008 The CSUSM Career Center held a j ob fair in the Kellogg Library Plaza f rom 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The j ob fair featured companies including Target, Wells Fargo, Cox Digital, and Sea World. Amethyst Hills, a sophomore at CSUSM, commented, "The j ob fair was really a good chance t o meet so many different people f rom all different t ypes of careers. It gave me an opportunity to look at an assortment of j obs that I might be interested pursuing in the near f uture." For f urther information regarding j ob opportunities visit the CSUSM Career Center at: http:// www.csusm.edu/careers/ �T H E C IPRIDE ^S^SS^tóS^B'I I H ß rtwilSiä?^ Church's Influence on Sports B e t t e r l ate t h a n n e v e r MLB preview BY DAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer With April finally here, it means only one V DtSTO&ÜTIQN MAHAGBRv- , thing: Playoffs! But Ä l l ; iv/MpiC S imi^iE. the other thing that : * .x \:kmà B>mm\ ** \ V ' enters the back of the mind is baseball. So |nj|I f : m | ||gj| once again it is that i% v ^ •MmM^, Ä i i f ÉtíttoR:" ^ time for Tim Moore and I to make some bold predic^ j l Ä v g g Ä jlg11 ^ v il| ì i H i tions about the baseball season. ; ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT C | C Y Young BIMTök v -tò; i I r % With Johan Santana jumping *% \, \ T o m a ä w : r ;; * f rom the American League to SPORTS e w j o s l ¿ " t> National League, the AL Cy * ; QHum M N G R ' - * he AAE ;t . t i m M dote ^ :, ^ v Young is up for grabs. Last year I took a bold chance and picked ; * cow kxwwfr % John Lackey to get the award and TÍFFANÍEHOANKS \ despite starting on the disabled BUSIHESS MANAGER & t ^ list Lackey will have another > SALES REPRESENTATIVE . 7 \ career year similar to last year. * o ~ <MmmYùHOs * -r Tim on the other hand picks I i Ä ^ i f c ^ i H p i¡§ I MI second year Daisuke Matsuzaka * ADVISOR ^ - • ' . to get the j ob done in Boston. In the N L, Tim and I show ¿o$tm$WMT$B$: » our biases as we both pick local v ; v ^ I ^ C I ^ T O í i i ¿ Á sports icon and reigning N L Cy v% S t Young champ, Jake Peavy. Peavy V llilliii h ^ : ' T OM C&CBONÖ V will have a tougher time defendi w i M i f e f S ^ : ing his title as Ben Sheets, BranIVAKÖARCIA > Ì don Webb and Santana will look / 1, MtK&Mt® , to dethrone him. r : \1kM Most valuable player I love it when my hometown I jbviMA mmm Anaheim Angels, yes Anahim, get some praise f rom others, and - lui? ' Ä ^ s I N I - iSSptl^ Tim is giving the newcomer Torii l ^ , m ; i i 4 ^ - ; -4';.^ Hunter the respect of lead the majors in saves in his M VP honors. I on the first year as a closer as the Chiother hand, I feel the cago Cubs are a team that fails to guy who is on top is maintain leads late into games. Biggest disappointments on top until someone I will agree with Tim when proves otherwise. So Alex Rodriguez will he says that the Detroit Tigers be my M VP of the are going to be the biggest disAL with Chone Fig- appointment. Although it is gins and Vernon Wells early and there is still plenty of baseball to be played, I don't see close behind. On the other side, I feel that them doing what I expected in David Wright is going to be the the preseason and w inning the guy who gets the j ob done. Tim division. on the other hand is going with I will also have to agree with Rafael Furcal who like Figgins Tim when he says that Dontrelle would have to prove himself with W illis' ship is slowly s inking average, stolen bases, and r uns and t his may be the year that he scored as both are lead off hitters goes under. Willis has seen h is with little power. numbers deplete since 2005, Biggest surprises and d oesn't seem to be showTim brought some valid points ing any signs of change. The to the table when mentioning the only t hing Willis has going for Kansas City Royals and Arizona him is that the Tigers owe him Diamondbacks' third baseman, $7 million t his year, $10 milMark Reynolds. Reynolds is o ff lion next year and $12 million to a great start and is currently in 2010. showing his power with five The big picture homeruns and 15 R BI's through A s for the playoffs, I see the 12 games and could be a seri- Angels playing the Boston Red ous consideration for the MVP. Sox for the AL crown, while the I will agree and say that Kansas New York Mets will face the City will be a strong contender St. Louis Cardinals for the N L against the Chicago White Sox title. Then in the World Series, and Cleveland Indians for the I t hink that the Angels ace, John Central division. Lackey will out pitch John SanBut when choosing a player, I tana and earn M VP honors as am going to have to pick Kerry the Angels will win their second Wood who will more than likely title in their franchises history. ¿f i 7 m $m t Voice ito M t i ^cmarily i Stó y ^icos, ;Ùiisigiì0d editorials How w ill the proposed budget cuts ($386 m ilion to the CSU's) potentially impact your education? • M a t o e t hat a ll t he c lasses w ill s till b e a vailable." illÄ^^Ä.S^ivfS ? A e e ditor émti include mi ;fÉml^^^aiípM lilMiÉ^'; gmmmràM leügtli. I^etterf I siitNiiittect v ía e t e r $ n i € m all t han to tJie individual editoir^ HKIk teachers; more moneytWí lOanieilè Alport '^mmkf^^h^ì^^ ' ' ^¿ 'Wk "I think it will cutout classes and-'dass mze will increase^ Kevin Chatham " The b udget a nd ligerease t uition w h i á t is n ot g ood for CSUSM, S d d o n i cut pw f unds!" T T^JprikteíspMrttó^kí^ ; MattDobim Súfhtmm more eat out as-much.^ Chris Shaw " Negatively, I asstime? fated *Max"Ahdet$m Freshman 1 ^ \ bttp:/fwwwJheesumprkk.<xm Photos bfhmá Gertik/TkePrÚe Blood, Sweat, Tears, Children BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer I 've b een t hinking a lot a bout c hildren lately. B efore you a sk, no, I 'm n ot h aving one, and no, my b iological clock i sn't ticking. I 'm 24. I 'm not even s upposed t o b e done with t he w ild, d runken p artying s tage of m y l ife (not that I h ad m uch of one to begin w ith - I 'm a n u nderachiever at u nderachieving). It a ll s tarted m any moons ago w hen I j udged someone else. Now, I j udge a lot, b ecause it m akes t he t ime go f aster, a nd b ecause q uite honestly, t here a re a lot of s tupid, h ypersensitive p eople in t he w orld. A lso, b ecause I 'm a b ad p erson. B ut in t his c ase, t he g irl in q uestion w ants t o r aise c hildren as p art of her l ife g oal. She f eels t hat one of t he m ost i mportant t hings she c an do is b e a m other. Of c ourse I j udged. T hat's u ndoing 100 y ears of f eminism. T hat m eans p eople w ere s ubjected to t he smell of b urning b ras f or n othing. I m ean, my g randmother h ad t o chip away at t he g lass c eiling w ith a p lastic s pork t o get a m anagement p osition b ack in t he day. But d espite t he n ext p hrase b eing t he one t hat u shers in t he a pocalypse r ather quickly, I m ust say it. I w as w rong. A nd if you a greed w ith m e, t han you a re t oo. My g randmother, w ho h ad t o k nock out m ale c ompetition by h itting t heir j ugulars w ith h er h igh h eels, p ointed out t hat f eminism h ad n othing t o do w ith n ot h aving k ids. I n f act, it h ad n othing t o do w ith f orcing t he h ousewives out of t he k itchen. It w as a bout choice. You c an s tay h ome w ith y our k ids. B ut if you w ant to, you c an a lso get out t here and w ork. B ecause of f eminism, or w omen's l iberation, or whatever you w ant t o c all it, y ou're f ree t o do w hatever you w ant. T he m ore I t hink, t he m ore I r ealize t hat it m ight b e e asier t o h ave a j ob as a c age f ighter t han t o stay h ome and r aise c hildren. A nd y et, a lmost e very m other t ells m e t hat h aving a c hild is one o f t he b est t hings t hey've ever d one. So w hen t he t ime c omes, p erhaps I w on't let w olves r aise my c hild u ntil it is t oilet t rained ( like I t old my f uture m otherin-law I w as g oing t o do). H opefully by t hen I 'll h ave t he r idiculously h igh w ork e thic to b e a m other. I f n ot t hough, t hey do s till have p acks of wolves in C anada, I t hink. �O PINION THE PRIDE KjLL±yi\J±y The unfair stigma of "Brokeback Mountain" BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer At the 2006 O scars, t he movie " Crash" walked away w ith the t op p rize. T hough it was a decent f ilm about racism in A merican, the other n ominated f ilms dealt w ith r iveting topics in a more i ntense and potent way. "Good Night and Good L uck" was the t rue story about government c ensorship and " Munich" was a f ilm about the r epercussions of the a ssassination of Israeli a thletes at the 1972 Olympic Game by P alestinian t errorists, and both have implications that are still are relevant. In a ddition, " Capote" is the story about f amous writer, Truman Capote, and the s truggles he f aced as an author and a homosexual. However, the most dramatically moving f ilm of that year was "Brokeback M ountain." Not only did the Academy rob it of Best P icture, today it still f aces the stigma as " that gay cowboy movie." In my experience, I have found that most fcf t hese comments come f rom people who have not even seen the f ilm. It is u nfair to c riticize such an important f ilm without personal experience. U nfortunately, people are unable to look beyond the element of homosexuality and miss the art and inspiring moments of t his f ilm. Director Ang Lee made "Brokeback Mountain" about more than l eftwing p ropaganda. It has the elements that put it in the r unning for being one of the best f ilms of the current decade. The late Heath Ledger gave the best performance of his career and deserved the nomination for Best Actor. His tragic death makes t his p erformance that much more important. In all other areas, t his movie excelled, such as the cinematography, other a ctors, and the breathtaking score. It is a monumental f ilm meant to dispel ignorance, and yet still i ncreases it in some people. However, t here have been previous f ilms about homosexuality, t his one is i mportant because not only is it done well — it boldly challenges the image of the A merican cowboy. Tuesday, April 15,2008 C SU A lliance: B udget c ut i mpacts For up-to-date information, visit CSUSM's Budget Central online IMPACT T O CSUSM • A 10 percent budget reduction would be a $2.5 million cut to CSUSM's current budget, with an additional $3.1 million cut based on no growth, creating a total reduction of $5.6 million. • The cuts would mean larger class sizes, reduced student support, and fewer course sections resulting in students taking longer t o graduate. It would mean greater workload for CSU faculty and staff and no funding for compensation agreements resulting in a decline in employee morale and performance. • CSUSM grew over 25 percent in the last three years. Based on 0 percent growth, approximately 750 qualified students would not be able t o enroll if CSUSM is not able to accommodate additional new student enrollment in 2008-09. First-time freshmen and transfer students who apply late to fall 2008 will not be considered unless enrollment space becomes available. • These cuts will erase significant gains the university has made t o increase access for minority and underserved communities. CSUSM's student population now reflects 22.4 percent Hispanic and 27.6 percent other minorities. IMPACT T O CSU • This budget cut is in addition to $522 million in funding cuts to the CSU between 2002 and 2005. • The CSU will be unable to provide access to 10,000 qualified students, mostly California residents, which will have a direct impact on the state's economy and on the key industries that our graduates enter, such as nursing, teaching, agriculture, business, public administration and technology. Future demand for college graduates outweighs the supply by 6 percent representing a million graduates • The CSU graduates 90,000 students each year, including 87 percent of education graduates, 64 percent o f nurses, 65 percent of business professionals, 82 percent of those involved in public administration, and more than half of the state's graduates in agriculture-related fields. • The proposed budget cuts to CSU would remove more than $1 billion from the state's economy. • The negative impact o n student access would fall disproportionately on students from underrepresented communities. For 2008, freshman applications t o CSU for Latinos are up by 21 percent and African Americans by 11 percent over previous years. IMPACT T O THE REGION • Cuts to the CSU will be felt by the regional economy as CSUSM generates a total impact of $307 million, sustains 5000 jobs, and generates more than $16 million per year in tax revenue. • With 42.3 percent of all new students coming from North San Diego, and 18.6 percent from South San Diego the impact t o college-bound students and their parents in the region will be devastating. • The majority of our graduates enter into business, education, or other professional services fields. North County as a growing region is dependent on our graduates as teachers, nurses, business leaders, and service professionals. • CSUSM's alumni continue t o live in California, with more than half working in San Diego County. T wo out of five of our alumni work in education; more than two-thirds work in their chosen fields. 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FLAG FOOTBALL MNGRM FLD Monday, April 21 10:00 AM UPS INFO TABLE : iKifiiBi£ZEWA^KEL ijTERBAGE' UBS! AM • C SU BUDGET UNIV PLAZA 12:30 PM THESIS PRESENTATION/ DECAMP UNIV 444 (BmaB event submissions to prtde@csmm,edu ATTN: Calendar of Events} �From NIGHT, page 1 Boys who witness their fathers' violence are 10 times "As such a big international more likely to engage in spouproblem, the fight against sexual sal abuse later in adulthood assault can seem sometimes than boys from non-violent daunting. It seems so much homes. bigger than our own individual A predominant voice in the lives. Something so huge, that night came from the males in it would be impossible to fight,1" attendance. They wore white said Hoodenpyle. "But by being ribbons, which represent the here tonight, each and every one movement from men to end vioof us is demonstrating our com- lence against women. The orgamitment to battling this problem. nization, Men Can Stop Rape, Even as impossible and daunting offered pamphlets and flyers as it may sometimes seem." at their booth listing ways men could prevent sexual violence. According to the November 2000 National Violence Against Women Survey, 17.6% of women in the United States have survived a completed or attempted rape. Of these, 21.6% were younger than age 12 when they were first raped, and 32.4% were between the ages of 12 and 17. One organization in attendance was Rape Aggression Defense or RAD. The program facilitates courses that offer women real- istic self-defense tactics and techniques that could assist in the prevention of rape or sexual assault. R.A.D. more specifically advertised their upcoming training course for April 11-13. The first course is $20 and ASI Women's Center is sponsoring the first 10 CSUSM students the RSVR Those interested in the women's only course can R.S.V.R by e-mail at www. csusm.edu/police/RAD.htm or call (760) 750-4567. From V IGIL, page 1 the La Jolla and Pala Indian Reservations. Dixon and Nelson were among several guests, watching while activists and community members spoke about the lives of farm workers during the 1960s and 1970s. Later in the evening, students and other community members laid carnations and litpandles. They shared some experiences as immigrant workers while they sat at the steps of Chávez Plaza. "With César Chávez, a man like that truly deserves this honor," said ,Nelson. "When we received this commission, we were very fortunate to have done this." Before his death in 1993, Chávez spent more than two decades fighting on the behalf of immigrant farm workers across California and Texas: He was responsible for the creation of the United Farm Workers Union which organized strikes and boycotts to create higher wages for farm workers and immigrant rights. March 31 celebrates César Chávez Day, which also happens to be his birthday. The week prior to honoring the day, the university presented "North County," a play that spoke about the lives of North Photo by Elbert Esguerra / The Pride County Latino immigrants — their Students lay flowers at the steps of Chávez Plaza to pay tribute to activist César Chávez during a candlelight lives, hopes, and dreams. From RELAY, page 1 whose lives cancer has greatly impacted, community members, and businesses to celebrate survival and ways tofightback against cancer, Usually hosted at local schools, fairgrounds, or parks, teams walking in the Relay are the core makeup of the event. Team members take turns in a sponsored walk-a-thon, in addition to other activities, which include entertainment, booths, and inspirational speakers aiming to raise money and awareness about cancer and the ACS. Last year, Relay for Life raised $33.3 million in California alone, with over 12,388 participating teams with 34,572 cancer survivors participating in the sponsored events. More than 3.5 million people participate in Relay for Life nationwide each year, and this past weekend, hundreds participated at San Marcos High School. Cal State San Marcos student and staff writer Lance Cartelli said, "The event was amazing. Seeing everyone affected by cancer coming together whether it be people that have family members orfriendsthat diedfromcancer or the survivors of cancer, everyone coming together for a single cause and telling why they are 'relaying' was amazing and one of the most beneficial experiences I have ever seen." Many student organizations participated in this year's event including several CSUSM fraternities and sororities. For more information, please visit wwwrelayforlife.org VIDEOGAME INDUSTRY JOB OPPORTUNITY, IN FUN FAST-PACED PROMOTIONS COMPANY! Seeks Dynamic Marketing Assistant MBC Promotions, located in Oceanside, specializes in national media and partnership promotions. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are needed. Passion for videogames is a definite plus! Position will b e part-time and requires a personable perscamlity. No phone calls accepted, will reply to ail applicants. Fax (760) 639-3796 or email resume and covo: letter to jobs 1 @mbcpromotion$.a>m . From SLEEPLESS, page 1 Participants are expected to arrive between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Liberty Station in Point Loma with their own sleeping gear. The San Diego rescue mission has indicated on their website that the event will not be cancelled on account of inclement weather, saying, " the homeless sleep outside even in unfavorable weather." "This year, it is the goal of Alpha Kappa Psi to shed light on these issues to students who do not typically see these problems in North County," CSUSM sophomore and member of Alpha Kappa Psi, Melissa Mattingly said. "Our goal is to raise $2500 to donate to the San Diego Rescue Mission." Mattingly, who "was recently crowned Miss Escondido, said, "I found out about the San Diego Rescue Mission through the Miss Escondido pageant, and I have been working with them ever since I won." Like a walkathon, participants will conduct fundraising for "Sleepless in San Diego" through the acquisition of sponsors, usually friends, family, co-workers and neighbors. According to Alpha Kappa Psi, ^'Donations to the San Diego Rescue Mission go to support two core recovery programs encompassing in-depth services for lasting change, as well as an emergency shelter, providing men, women and families the opportunity for both immediate relief and longterm transformation." As of April 10, Alpha Kappa Psi has raised $3200, far exceeding its initial f undraising goal. While there is a minimum donation of $50 required to get into the event for most participants, students participating with Alpha Kappa Psi are asked to donate j ust $10. Alpha Kappa Psi is still looking to get as many people involved in the event as possible and hopes to garner media attention at the event. Students interested in participating should contact Alpha Kappa Psi at akpsi_ pu@yahoo.com for more information. From CENTER, page 1 ing the night's entertainment. Ranging from the ballads of international singer/songwriter Tiamo De Vettori, to spoken word performances by Kimberly Dark and Miz Liberty, to colorful and energetic dance numbers by drag queens Tatiana, Marilyn McWilliams, and Moment St. John, the evening was lively, light-hearted and jubilant. Highlighting the vision for the LGBTQ Pride Center as a place that "creates, sustains, and strengthens an open, inclusive, safe, and affirming environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, and ally communities," all present for the celebration affirmed and empowered CSUSM's next step in bettering the campus community. "The Pride center is a great addition to ASI's programs and services sponsored by education, advocacy, support, resource information, and a safe place for all students," said ASI CEO and President Caitlin Gelrud. "It was through the voice and advocacy of CSUSM students that this center was established. In the spring of 2007, the ASI Board of Directors approved the strategic planning and establishment of the LGTBQ Center." Manning introduced the keynote speaker, Windmeyer, as "the leading author on gay campus issues, a national leader in gay and lesbian civil rights, and a champion for LGBT issues on college campuses. He is the executive director of 'Stop the Hate' and the executive director for 'Campus Pride,' the only national organization for student leaders and campus organizations working to create a safer campus environment for LGBT students" and spoke about his several books addressing LGBT students and involvement in sororities and fraternities. "One of the things I think the LGBTQ Center is really about is the community," said Windmeyer, "and I'm not telling you anything new when it comes to how important community is on a college campus...This shouldn't just be about LGBTQ people, this should be about the entire campus community. And the LGBTQ Pride Center should be a place where we can educate across intersections of identity." Toward the end of the evening Dr. Bridget Blanshan, Dean of , Students at CSUSM, recognized alumni and graduating students who have and had worked hard in the LGBTA community on campus by honoring them, their courage, and commitment to the campus community with a special certificate and commencement cord. The LGBTQ Pride Center is now open and located at Commons 201. More information about the center and its resources can be accessed online at csusm.edu/asi/lgbtq, or by visiting the center. �JC/\ 1 U 1 \ D J FEATURES T H E PRIDE Tuesday, April 15, 2008 r ASI alternative Spring Break The act of giving is so much more BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer W hile other s tudents were r elaxing or v acationing d uring s pring b reak, a h andful of CSUSM s tudents p acked t heir b ags and flew out t o N ew O rleans for an alternative t o t he conventional s pring b reak. For its f ifth year, ASI worked alongside Habitat For Humanity: a nonprofit, Students Shane Skelton, Sara Gallegos and Jamie Inarda lifting a roff truss during construction while on Spring Break. Can't find affordable health insurance? There are options available for students on and off of campus BY NAME REDACTED Pride Staff Writer A notable concern among college students is quality health care insurance. While it can be difficult to find a policy that adequately covers student needs, if one "browses around" there are many private insurance policy options available to suit an individual's particular requirements. In addition, many insurance packages that are available are specifically designed for student situations. As a short brief: CSUSM's requires all students to have health insurance (including international students). Consequently, the university does have a health insurance policy available. The health insurance policy offered by CSUSM is advocated for those who do not have private medical or liability insurance. The policy also o ffers hospitalization benefits and other specific medical services. Students also have the option of purchasing the insurance policy on a semester or yearly basis. To enroll in the student health insurance plan, visit the Associated Students Office in Commons 205 and/or Student Health Services. There is also extended student health insurance offered by CSU Health Link that covers medical needs that exceed the resources of Student Health and Counseling Services such as specialist and emergency rooms referrals. Students can run into some tricky problems when their parents' insurance policy no longer covers them or when students have jobs that do not offer insurance benefits, so it is best to research and find a specific or comprehensive policy that can serve particular concerns. To find the best policy, just research and find a plan that works—some plans have year-round coverage, some are based on full-time/part-time student status, and some are more flexible with doctor and hospital choices. To get a general idea about college health insurance plans and some get common questions answered, visit insurance carrier's websites, or check the following: http://www.collegeinsuranceonline.com/ faqs.htm. CLASSIFIEDS PHHHHH Camp Summer Jobs M agdaten» E do» Faisüy YMCÀ is hiring life guards, catìip counselors and camp unit leaders. Check out our website at ecke.ymca.org * ffyouvrntldim mUti»«**™!^ C hristian h ousing m inistry dedicated t o e liminate homelessness by b uilding low cost h omes for t hose in n eed. T he g roup of s tudents, led by Sara Gallegos, worked on a h ouse t hat h ad b een f ramed j ust t he week b efore. The g roup's p rojects included a ttaching h urricane s traps t o the outer wall s tuds, double t op p lating, exterior wall sheathing, l ifting roof t russes onto t he r oof, p utting all t he roof t russes in place, and almost completing t he roof s heathing. Students even h ad t he o pportunity t o meet and get to k now t he w oman whose home t hey were b uilding. " This w oman h as b een l iving in her F EMA t railer f or t he p ast t hree y ears next t o her h ouse t hat she can no longer live in b ecause of t he extensive d amage f rom t he h urricane. She j ust now w as able to q ualify for a Habitat home that is luckily b eing built on her l and," said Gallegos. Habitat f or H umanity t ypically buys land, b uilds h omes on t he land, and t hen sells t he h omes for r educed p rices to t hose who q ualify for n eed. "It w as a great e xperience for everyone t o meet t he owner and get t o k now her t hroughout t he w eek. She w as so k ind and g rateful, she even m ade u s lunch t wice," a dded Gallegos. T he e xperience o ffered participants t he o pportunity t o witness t he p rogress and also, lack of p rogress, since t he d estruction of H urricane K atrina back in 2005. " I did lead a g roup t o N ew O rleans last y ear and a fter t hat e xperience and able t o go b ack one year later, not much h as changed. T here h as b een a m inute amount of r ebuilding, but positively t here s eems t o b e a little m ore l ife in t he city, especially in t hose a reas most a ffected." T he g roup h ad d owntime d uring t heir w eeklong t rip, t ouring N ew O rleans t o see t he G arden D istrict and French Q uarter, and t aking a d inner/jazz c ruise on t he Mississippi River. T hey also attended an N BA game against t he N ew O rleans H ornets and t he N ew York K nicks. The a nnual event is g aining m omentum t hrough s tudent participation each year. S tudents i nterested in an a lternative s pring b reak next year should k eep an eye out f or applications in October. " I would e ncourage anyone w ho is t hinking about volunteering t here t o j ust go," said Gallegos. " There is still so m uch t o b e done and t he r esidents t here are so appreciative." THE CENTRE FOR ADVANCED LASER AESTHETICS BE READY FOR BIKINI SEASON! BE HAIR FREE! ULTRA FAST LASER HAIR REMOVAL | Buy one gel one FREE (starting from $50) U p or Chin, Bikini lane, Brazilian, Underarms, Legs, Back • I : A otters valid with this ad. First time clients oniy. Exp,W15(08 • H LIPS ENHANCEMENT J $249 (reg. price $349) J Ail offers valid with «his ad. First time client only. Exp.6/15/08) * de Los Coches, Suite 305, Carlsbad In New Henry's Shopping Center Acne Treatment, PhotoFaciall Ski» Rejuvenation, Wrinkle Reduction, Celluiite Treatment, Upo-Dtssoive, Laser Vein Removal, Restylane, Botox, Peels, Mieroderraabrasion, Scar & Pigmentation Removal �ere h The new University Store has your CSUSM gear fix and more.. STORY AND PHOTOS BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer The opening of the new University Store on April 7 not only marks an exciting day for the University's Foundation, but it also begins a new chapter for all CSUSM members to revive their school spirit and nurture the growing campus community. In addition to the now textbook-only store located downstairs from the new store on the f ifth floor of Craven hall, the University Store is open and eager to serve students in many new ways. "As a non-profit corporation operating for the benefit of our campus community, we feel that t his is a step in the right direction. It may be a small d ifference in our campus as a whole, but it is always exciting to be a part of t he campus growing and moving for- the textbook and a staff member will go downstairs and retrieve the book. Merchandise in the new University Store is similar to that previously available in the Bookstore. However, the amount carried, the layout, and the choices of merchandise have expanded. With plenty of Cougar ware for alumni, students, the manager of the University Store. Currently operating on limited hours since the main selling period for textbooks this semes ter is now over, the University Bookstore (downstairs) will only be open f rom 8:00 moms, dads, chila.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and dren and extended family members, findclosed on Fridays. The new University ing that special college spirit item is even Store (upstairs) will be open Monday- easier in the new University store. There Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and is also talk of expanding the general merFridays from 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. If stu- chandise in the University Store to include • dents need a book or textbooks f rom the general books, magazines, g ift items, and Bookstore during o ff hours, as long as t he hosting off-hour activities. "We really want University Store is open, there will be a to make it more of a destination where stuclerk service available, so all a student has dents that do live at UVA would want to to do is go to the University Store, request come here to the store," said Brown. "This is such a perfect location. We're really looking forward to getting more involved on the campus." No matter what time of year, students will always be able to find the classic gray, white, and navy CSUSM and Cougar logo wear, but students can also expect to see seasonal fashion-forward merchandise that reflects current fashion trends and allows students to show off their CSUSM pride in the store. "We carry what we call 'Ra-Ra or school-spirited things, which is our thing with the new cougar logo, but we mix in a little bit of fashion with it," said Brown. The new store is easily accessible, f ully stocked, and planned with college students in mind. Complete with an Apple computer and product section, soon students will be able to test the Apple products for themselves before purchasing them, and all students are eligible for the college student discount available through Apple on products like iPods, Mac laptops, and other Apple program software that the University Store carries. With the end of the semester approaching, Brown emphasized the big push the University Store is doing for textbook buybacks. " That's all based on teachers' requisitions," said Brown, "so if the teachers get their orders in, that's how we gage our buyback. We know that textbooks are expensive, and there is a textbook affordability issue on all campuses." Whether the University Store is a destination for textbooks or an embroidered CSUSM sweatshirt— there is still a big issue the Univer- Student employee Jenny Quijada models sweatshirts and other merchandise. sity Store is working on to help students on campus: the cost of textbooks. That is why the University Store is o ffering a new scholarship program in coordination with ASI to cover the cost of textbooks. " It's something we started this past spring," said Brown. "We're calling it the 'Textbook Rewards Program' and we're working in conjunction with ASI." Each semester 10 students can receive the scholarship, which covers the cost of textbooks up t o $450 per student. "It w asn't marketed for Spring ' 08—we ended u p giving out 6 for Spring, but it's going to be a big push for Fall," said Brown. " There are requirements and they can pick u p all the information f rom ASI or here. It's a nice t hing to do t o give S L IMTER F R C M J E R E C A E T !! EF O A RS K G N Y L R S! in order to receive Campus Emergency Alerts you must self register Into the system!! To further strengthen campus emergency preparedness Cal State San Marcos has i mptems^ communicate with the campus community duringtimesof emergency Tim^system allows students, faculty and staff to determine how they would like to be notified If the campus should experience an emergency Choices include one or more of the foltowing: * SMStextmessage (standard text messaging fées apply) • Cellphone • Campus e-mail • Personal e-mail • Nome phone • Work phone To register go to: www.csusm.edu/ep andfollowthe prompts to enter your personal information Pink and white shirts for women are only a small portion of the new seasonal merchandise available to students �Bfj, j ||| Not j ust for canp BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer One week from today, the United States will celebrate its 38th annual Earth Day. As the result of nearly four decades of environmental awareness, the surface of April 22nd is synonymous with tree-hugging, hemp clothes, and liberal protests. A far cry from p o l i t y in the 60s and 70s, the modern Earth Day presents revolutionary thinking and opportunities for every American to change the world for the better. April 22,1970 was the first official Earth Day in America. Following his election into the U.S. Senate in 1962, former Wisconsin State Senator and Governor Gaylord Nelson took up environmental preservation activism under the presidency of John. F. Kennedy. "For several years," Nelson said, "it had been troubling me that the state of our environment was simply a non-issue in the politics of the country." Thus, Nelson and Kennedy set out on an environmental conservation tour through the states in the fall of 1963 to raise awareness on the issues. Unfortunately, the tour was largely a failure. Nelson felt that even though the tour barely received any political attention, "it was the germ of the idea that ultimately flowered into Earth Day." As Nelson continued his presence in the U.S. legislature, he traveled to as many states as he could. Troubling evidence of environmental degradation was apparent all over the country, yet concern over the facts was wholly absent from the political agenda. Through Nelson's talks and activism, he created a somewhat backwards course of action: he BY LEVI MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer vT Forgetting an mp3 player or iPod at home should no longer be a burden. There is an easy to use website which allows the user to upload a playlist of 12 songs (each song not being larger than lOmb) and keeps everyone's favorite playlist a click away. On muxtape.com it takes no more than 15 seconds to create a free account. This website not only allows the user to listen to music from any computer with internet access, it also creates a community of playlists which allow all its members to listen to each o tters top songs. Muxtape works by browsing the user's saved media files and uploading it to the site in which the person agrees to share their playlist with everyone. Listening to music is simple as well, after creating a playlist or browsing through other members' playlist the user clicks on the title of the song and the song begins to stream, want to pause the song just click on the title again and it pauses. Another great feature which Muxtape provides is allowing the user to add its favorite playlist from other members by pressing add playlist or remove playlist : if the user decides it no longer pleases them. As an avid music listener Muxtape allows me to take my favorite songs with me to wherever I go, took the issues to the people before appealing to the government. Finally, in 1970, Nelson took part in an environmental "teach-in", which acted as a response to the rising perception of ecological conditions across the nation. Earth Day itself was a spontaneous reaction to the millions of Americans Nelson reached out to looking to raise environmental interests to the forefront of politics. "That was the remarkable thing about Earth Day," Nelson remembers, "it organized itself." With "going green" as the newest trend, there are certainly plenty of opportunities to get involved this Earth Day. The government has stepped up environmental awareness, presenting a whole host of ways to promote cleaner air with a public education group called "It All Adds Up." The group's focus is on ways that communities can reduce air pollutants through more conscientious commuting. "It All Adds Up" offers tips for dropping individual pollutant production from autos. By simply keeping a car's tires properly inflated, fuel use can decrease by up to 18 gallons a year. Getting regular tune-ups is also essential; a well-maintained car will produce 20% less ozone emissions than one that is not. Moreover, "reduce, reuse, recycle" may as well be Earth Day's slogan. Reduce use of disposable products by buying permanent items, and refrain from buying products that have large amounts of packaging. Reuse plastic grocery bags as trash bags, use hand towels in the kitchen rather than rolls ofpaper towels, and donate unwanted items to charities rather than throwing them out. whether it is to work or a quick study session at the library— Muxtape is a great way to create a backup music plan, Check out my Muxtape mix at muxtape.com under username: CSUSM2008. R ecycling is easy as our campus sets a great »example of how painless the act really is. Plus, California pays consumers 5 cents per can or bottle returned to a recycling . facility (in case the environment isn't incentive enough). Earth Day has fundamentally become more of a state of mind than an observed event. With technological strides promoting the use of compact fluorescent light bulbs, hybrid cars, and energy-efficient appliances, there are virtually no products that encourage harm to the environment. Even the easiest of actions make an impact: using less hot water, taking public transportation, or planting a tree. To get involved in the San Diego area, Balboa Park hosts its 19th annual EarthFair on Sunday April 20th which provides a multitude of environmental preservation opportunities. For more information on the event and volunteer sign-ups, visit I BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer Hypem.com or The Hype Machine is another Internet revolution for the music industry. In the world of blogs, several pertain to music reviews and opinions. The Hype Machine is a resource where the registered music blogs come together in a convenient way for Internet users. The site tracks the activity on a wide variety of blogs and relays the posts onto it for easier browsing of music opinions, The mission, according to the site, is to inform people of music they are unaware of and expose them to new possibilities. Internet users can browse music according to the reviews of others that have similar taste. Previews of songs are available, as well as a link to the Amazon and iTunes music stores. The founders of the site intended this to steer people to new artists and help them make money through sales. The Hype Machine is userfriendly for all users, but according to the site, the most popular demographic is "a more male, fairly wealthy, youthful, more educated crowd." Another bonus is the amount of reviews made possible by the live indexing of songs and artists. The Hype Machine makes searching for and discovering new tunes much easier, as compared with searching on individual blogs. In addition, unlike published music reviews, these are the honest and raw opinions of "musicphiles." Though the site favors the alternative and indie types of music, it contains information to interest fans of ai types of music. People who are open to new music should try The Hype Machine because it is a resource of music blogs unlike any other site. �The Evolution of Dance S chool's not o ut f or t he S ummer BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer How to make the best o summer school options falls down on cue according to the chorus of the song. "I was at a party once and "The Evolution of Dance" can thought I would bust out the be found on youtube.com. The sixrobot move. It didn't go over minute video currently has close to so great. I think I should 82 million views. The sheer number take lessons from the guy in of viewers is in direct correlation with the the video," said junior Business Major Kyle sheer genius of Judson Laipply, an inspira- McClellan. tional comedian. The six decade ranging More importantly the video embodies an video can be appreciated by all ages. all encompassing philosophy: often times, The video features dozens of popular people become so focused on their favorite songs and popular dances ranging from music that they alienate the rest. Music is a the 50s to the early millennium. The video part of life. To enjoy a well-balanced life, all begins with Elvis Presley's "Hound Dog" music should be considered regardless. For and ends with Jay Z's "Dirt off Your Shoul- an education on the progression of music der." The recorded stand-up act portrays a and dances please take six minutes and view. crowd thrilled with his extremely well exe- "The Evolution of Dance." It would be intercuted performance. Literally in both song esting to see an updated version of the video. and dance, he does not miss a beat. Perhaps Mr. Laipply could get hyphy and Theflawlessvideo seems to reach a peak thizz it out next time around. of entertainment during Chumbawamba's Link:youtube.com/ "I Get Knocked Down." Laipply repeatedly watch?v=dMH0bHeiRNg BY NAME REDACTED Pride Staff Writer Summer school is a great option for students whether their need is acceleration or remediation. While summer school is a good opportunity to catch up on college credits there are various concerns to be aware of in choosing to enroll in summer courses. It is important to remember that summer programs are shorter and more condense in time than regular semester classes. Summer programs include a whole semester's worth of work, so be aware to not take too many classes and do not expect it to be easier than regular semester classes. At CSUSM there are several deadlines, so be sure to keep track of them to successfully register and begin classes. To find out what tuition and fees may be (depending on how many credits are taken) check the summer school information webpage on M yCSUSM:http://sweb.csusm.edu/ Schedule/200830/fees.asp. The priority enrollment period is from April 7 to April 21, 2008. Any holds on record need to be cleared before proceeding. From April 22 to June 1 (Summer 2008 schedule adjustment period), a student may add or drop classes in the newly instated My CSUSM system. The payment deadline for classes registered up to May 14 is May 15, 2008. For classes that are registered on or a fter May 15, fees are due by the next business day at noon. The first day of classes starts June 2 and the add/drop period is from June 2 to June 9, 2008. June 9 is the last day to drop a class (that meets for the summer first session) with no aca- demic record. June 9 is also the last day to add a summer 2008 class that meets for the first part of the term including f ull session, first session and second session. On June 10 for late registration be prepared to pay late registration and adding fees. July 6 is the last day of classes for those that meet for the first term. The second session of summer starts beginning on July 7. July 10 is the last day to drop classes without academic record. August 9 is the last day of classes for the second term. For more details and to register for summer school, check CSUSM's summer school class offerings through MyCSUSM. In addition, CSUSM Extended Studies also provides many summer programs so check their class offerings. If CSUSM does not offer a particular class for a student, a good alternative choice is to check out local community colleges such as Palomar or Mira Costa, which o ffer plenty of classes to suit one's academic needs. Apply for admission (if one is a new student) as soon as possible in order to register for classes sooner before they fill up to limits. Another benefit for taking classes at community colleges is that the costs can sometimes be less expensive than at universities. Overall, surtimer school can be a helpful choice for students, but to make it a beneficial experience there is a duty as a responsible student. As a student, make sure to factor in devoting enough time to classes and other comprehensive details including class offerings, work status, and financial situation and plan one's schedule accordingly. Mini-Dorms in San Diego becoming a big problem for students and neighbors BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer Upgrade your day with a delicious nutritious fresh fruit smoothie. Life is good when you live life juiced! Payforö smalt get a medium Pay for medium, gat a large. Simple a s that! Sring t his i nfo y o u r l p ^ l J uice if Up! l or your FRIE s fes-ypgrade. 1 50 l ocations a nd g rowing! w ww.juîceiîupxom mm motm m m mmt tm & tm a? wt p&miamim juici it m lomm, mtmm mm mt mheb coupons o r Qftm< um om m w$tùmm m visit with ins coupon, coupon not vkm if mmducêd or crnrn. m am vaiuê, Ixccums mamm mum ¿m mm® snms. 0 2 0 i te it up? 0a Km mAHtmt mfomAwm cm i-aaip ämx We have all heard of the term "minidorms," but what exactly are they? According to the city of San Diego a mini-dorm is any house or apartment having three or more living areas including rooms and lofts. These minidorms have been popping up all around San Diego for decades. The amount of living area is j ust too small for the masr sive amount of college students that reside throughout the entire city. With colleges such as SDSU, CSUSM, UCSD, Mira Costa, Palomar, and the San Diego City College campuses that are all stationed in San Diego there are thousands and thousands of students that need places to live. As a sophomore at CSUSM Jack Overman says, "Living in a mini-dorm is a lot more convenient. It makes rent a lot cheaper when you live with a bunch of people rather than living with another person somewhere else. And with such a high cost of living here in San Diego, the more money s^ved the better." The problem with these kinds of living situations is the fact that the houses that students are moving into were originally created for j ust one family. Students are known to pack 10-15 kids into a house that was made for a family of 4 or 5. Neighbors complain because of the excess noise and trash, not to men- tion the amount of cars due to limited parking. Both sides of the spectrum have their reasonable points, but so far nothing has been done to change it. With the ever-increasing amount of college students pouring into every county of San Diego the amount of mini-dorms is only going to increase each year. As a student down at SDSU, Allison Ives believes that "mini-dorms j ust make everything a lot easier for everyone. Living in a house with 7 girls makes rent a lot lower and I love having so many people over all the time, although I can tell it does annoy the neighbors a lot." With students needing places to live and families needing more peace and quiet throughout their neighborhoods is there any way to create a compromise? The city of San Diego is currently holding meetings and thinking about placing ordinances around the city in order to limit the amount of mini-dorms that are allowed to stay standing. Laws are also being thought of to banish mini-dorms altogether. If this is truly the case then a lot of homeless college students will be looking for places to live within the next few years. The city needs to figure out a good compromise in order to allow students to get a great education while still living in the beautiful city of San Diego. �Cougars crack NAIA national rankings CSUSM Baseball blows out Occidental and Domínguez Hills BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer In their first game of the week, the Cougars dominated Occidental College (10-16). The Cougars came out the gate strong scoring 11 runs in the first three innings, while not giving up a run until the bottom of the 5th inning. Already leading 4-0, the Cougars had a big second inning, scoring five runs, highlighted by Jackson Chapelone and Johnny Omahen with two-RBI base hits. Pitcher, Johnny Holtman got the win giving up only two runs of six hits infiveinnings of work. The Cougars blew out Occidental College 16-2 in a strong pitching and hitting performancefromthe team. In thefinalgame of the week, the Cougars scored double digits again in another blowout against Cal State Domínguez Hills. Losing 2-1 in the top of the 4th inning, the Cougars scored nine runs to blow the game open. Dane Ponciano hit a three run home run to give the Cougars a 4-2 lead to begin the huge offensive explosion. Terry Moritz also added a two-run home run to give the Cougars a 10-2 lead. Pitcher, Jared Suwyn picked up his 2nd win of the season to even his record to (2-2). The final score was 14-4 to advance the Cougars even further over .500 with a record of 17-14-1. The Cougars travel to La Sierra University on Sunday for a doubleheader, starting at noon. CSUSM Softball splits doubleheader with Concordia after snagging the national # 21 ranking BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Softball broke info the national spotlight last week, cracking the NAIA Top-25 with a #21 ranking in the 4/9 poll. The feat is the first of its kind in the two-year history of the program. The Cougars attempted to carry the good vibes into their Saturday doubleheader with Concordia University, however a series of missed opportunities cost them game one. The Cougars bounced back and won game two in dramatic fashion. In game one, the Cougars got on the board early, scoring a run in the first inning on a Shanti Poston RBI single, scoring Elizabeth Bush. The Cougars took the 1-0 lead into the top of the fourth when pitcher, Melissa Lerno ran into trouble, giving up four runs. The Track and Field looks good at UCLA CSUSM Track and Field competed in the Rafer Johnson/Jackie Joyner-Kersee Invitational on Friday and Saturday at UCLA. The Cougars put up multiple top-10 finishes amongst some of the best athletes in the nation. Top-10 finishes are as follows: Ashleigh Davis took 8th in the women's 100-meter hurdles with a time of 14.61. Billy Walker finished 8th in the men's 100-meter dash with a blistering 10.93. Dallon Williams placed 9th in the women's 1,500-meter run, timing in at 4:37. Kyle Hughes finished sixth in the men's steeplechase with a time of 9:47. Ronnie McFadden just missed the top-10 in the discus, with his throw of43.74 meters earning him 11th. *Info compiled from www.csusm.edu/ athletics •Cougars had two shots at a comeback, scoring one run in the sixth, stranding three base-runners, and one run in the seventh, leaving two base-runners, resulting in a 4-3 loss. In game two, Concordia scored in the top of the first inning, only for it to be countered in the bottom half by the Cougars. The Cougars broke the tie in the bottom of the f ifth, however Concordia posted a run to tie the game at 2-2 in the sixth inning. The tie stood until the bottom of the seventh inning, where Leilani Madrigal doubled to get on base. Holly Russell singled Madrigal to third base where an Erica Coelho squeeze bunt scored Madrigal for the walk-off win. The Cougars' record advances to 24-12 on the season. The Cougars face Point Loma today, before facing the #1 ranked Cal Baptist University in a doubleheader on Saturday at Mission Hills H.S. at noon. Visit The Pride ONLINE • •• m m flu fli M fe « • ^ ^ mum m mm •• Be notified of breaking news Receive the email edition Comment on stones Student Polls H ™ » ««fi» l « "«afp. ««*ÉÉS m J I I P WW WmmMM* Mm 9«M*V O^tfc, * K n o w t h e f a c t s m t b * myúm* 1 ( m r f u t u r e d e p e n d s m it* JAakmbB&mmed, h e a l t h y , Ib mmñámié^km* K âtionand >rtk>n counseling pmmniktn s upport s ervices MM^^^M ^ SBriiSi^fiM — I 6 th Annualat I1nternational PFair Thursday April 17 1:00 AM - University Hall laza TKl .—How a^íi -i 7 - I - I - on a km _ i i ^ m ^ M » u*»n oi �— -• '-y . WW « Get snuggly and musically satisfied with Gypsies The Gypsy Lounge is the new place to be for musical nomads BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer Music is one of the most important influences in my life, as well as many others', I'm sure. The feeling I get when I see that musician take the stage and debut his musical talent for the night - it is unmatched by almost any other feeling. This is why there is no better way to bask in awe of a well deserving musician than in the comfort of a place so personal that you can almost call it home. This is the reason that The Gypsy Lounge (www.thegypsylounge.com) in Lake Forest, CA is beyond any bit of doubt, my favorite place in the world (at least thus far) to enjoy live music. As soon as you walk in the door, you are met with an extremely "living room" type of atmosphere. There are a handful of retro looking couches lining the walls with enough pillows to prop yourself up or just snuggle with, depending on your preference and mood. Aside from the fact that The .Gypsy Lounge has the most comfortable seating and makes the best and strongest drinks, it is host to some of the greatest music in Orange County - a lot of some big names in music had their innocent beginnings at this very club. Many of these bands who began their careers playing little shows to small crowds in this club have gone on to become some of today's more popular radio played musicians. Rocco Deluca and the Burden, one of today's best concert selling artists, is one of the former hosts of a weekly night of local artists coming together to play acoustic sets at The Gypsy Lounge. This title now shared by Chris Paul Overall, AJ DeGrasse, Jay Buchanan, Joseph Denges of Hollowell, Cory Joseph of Sleepless Me and many other incredibly talented musicians. Along with Rocco Deluca is Brett Panic at the Disco sends SOMA fans into a hot panic BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer What do you get when you cross hundreds of fourteenyear-old girls and their misfortunate parents, Honda Civics, and shrieking during sound checks, but no exclamation point necessary? Why, a Panic at the Disco concert, of course. On Saturday, April 12, this year's Honda Civic tour, headlined by the band formerly known as Panic! at the Disco, arrived to a sold out Soma in San Diego. Dennen, yet another example of a local artist who began playing shows at The Gypsy Lounge and ended up with quite a popular following and a wonderful amount of radio credit. Music changes lives - it has the ability to take every single emotion, especially those that don't make sense to you - and it helps them to become clear. If some of these major musicians had their modest beginnings in this club, who knows what could happen if you showed up. Every Tuesday is "not so acoustic Tuesday" and showcases some of the most amazing talent in Orange County and surrounding areas. Take the drive - pay the few bucks to get in - spend a few hours escaping from your world and enter the soothing world of music. Allow it to move you and your life will be changed. Photo by Adam Lowe / The Pride S ushi H uku BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer Living in San Diego, a sushi restaurant isn't too hard to come by. A restaurant like Sushi Huku, however, is an invaluable find for any sushi consumer. Located conveniently close to campus at 727 W. San Marcos Blvd, Sushi Huku is a sushi restaurant that offers phenomenal food fit for a college student's budget. Upon entering the restaurant a customer is warmly welcomed by the f riendly s taff. The t ype of dining experience you are looking for should dictate where you choose to sit. A prominent t hing to note is the vastly d ifferent atmosphere between sitting at a table or up at the bar. The tables o ffer traditional Japanese style seat- ing and create the p erfect romantic atmosphere for a datè. Sit at the bar for a more exciting, entertaining atmosphere that is perfect for a night out with a group of f riends. The f un loving chefs love t o converse and never hesitate to celebrate with their customers. Don't be surprised if you get to know the s taff on a first name basis, as they somehow seem to remember the names of all their customers. The restaurant offers a full sushi menu as well as a variety of other traditional Japanese style dishes. The prices blow many other sushi restaurants out of the water. Traditional Maki rolls are offered at $4.00; where as specialty rolls rarely exceed $8.00. So, when looking for a great sushi restaurant to take that someone special or to have a night out with some friends, look no further than Sushi Huku. Great food, great prices, and a great atmosphere — What more is there to ask for in a sushi restaurant? purchased the brewery from Korbel Champagne Cellars. The large brown glass bottles holds 25.4 fluid ounces. Grey and black hues comprise the majority of the label. A pitchfork looking object takes center stage. Red lettering is used in the name of the ale. Unlike most beers, which are capped with bottle caps, the brewery utilizes a system found on most champagne bottles. A mesh wire secures a cork and thin aluminum cap with the brewery's name in white and red stencil, which all work together to keep the bottle pressurized. The ale has a 7,75% alcohol by volume. The ale retails for $7.39 at BevMo. The ale pours light and crisp yet surprisingly generates a full inch thick head. The head gradually reduces to a quarter inch thick. A slight head then remains for the duration of consumption. The ale radiates a heavenly golden hue while carbonated bubbles blissfully glide to the top of the chilled glass. A scent similar to that of the smells associated with a Sunday barbeque occupy the surrounding air space. The ale enters the mouth and quickly signals for a thrilling ride. The ale then quickly attacks the taste buds. The taste buds and tongue tense up due to the powerful surge. The ale descends beyond leaving a thick coating of yummy in its wake. "The smooth and sweet malty hop flavor of Damnation is what makes it hands down, my favorite Belgian Ale anywhere on the market," said senior Literature and Writing Studies Major Adam Lowe. Damnation should be enjoyed by itself. This peculiar ale deserves full attention to ensure proper satisfaction and experience. Enjoy Cougars! Photo by Alex Hand/ The Pride Photo courtesy ofDecaydence Records Throughout the concert, I couldn't help but ask myself whether or not the Tweens and die-hard Panic fans really enjoyed their new music as much as their older hits (after all, nothing in the new CD allows them to legitimately scream out 'WHORE' to assist the song). But while their dance, electrónica, and pop sound may be a thing of the past and their stage performances alongside burlesque dancers and sideshow circus backdrops are a distant memory, their talent still shines through. Now that they've abandoned the synthesizer for acoustic guitars, anyone who may have disregarded their music from the first album could learn to love them with an open mind and a fresh appreciation for classic rock with a twist. Anyone attending the additional tour dates should expect a good show., .at the end. While last year's Honda Civic Tour headlined by Fall Out Boy opened with up and coming talent—this year's showcases bands that have been opening for years without even a well known hit. The exception goes to Phantom Planet for their 'California' single, which came out in...2004? Panic's musical abilities are still ever apparent. Lead singer Brendon Urie's vocals were on par even though it was his 21st birthday. And, as an added bonus, the crowd got to sing 'Happy Birthday' to him. In their first album, the boys were still so young and desperate for attention. Now Panic at the Disco, in their sophomore album, assures fans they don't have to worry—that they are still the same band. But while the band's four members are still the same, their music is clearly not. BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Russian River Brewing Company brews and bottles Damnation Golden Ale in Santa Rosa, California. 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PREDATOR: REQUIEM Buy It Justas b J "Juno* is an mcrecWe comedy-toma ~m aixHrtteengge j • • pregnancy mm retätionswps ngntruHy eamea Best Saeenpia Best s creenplay. illlilll »KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD Lìà ':' ' a w i 1 R EA I i lliliiSillBaBS �A&E Tuesday; April 15, 2008 Funny field anties can't save mediocre cast of "Leatherheads" BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer A h, t he throwback days of football. If only it were able to sustain u s all year long. Instead, George Clooney's " Leatherheads" only gives tidbits that make us long for the a utumn tradition. H is attempt t o carve out a piece of his own vision as a t op Hollywood f ilmmaker still feels years away in this film set in 1925. Clooney directs the film and plays Dodge Connolly, a crowd pleaser of a player and an aged man who is fighting to play in a b oy's world. He seeks younger talent \ to strengthen his Duluth ? Bulldogs in a league that is faltering due to a lack of interest that professional footballers can make a sustainable living. Enter "The B ullet" Carter ^ Rutherford (played by John Krasinski of T V's "The Office"), America's golden-boy hero for all things American and wholesome IP of the 1920s. Dodge believes that " The B ullet" is h is answer t o j ampacked stadiums and rabid f ans. Of course w ith every upright image comes a cer- t ain amount of detractors who hope to uncover (or ^L splatter) a little dirt on M B B | | : ' Carter. A s good as she looks, snarky j ournalist Lexie Littleton (played by Renee Zellweger) wants to make a name for herself and land a c omfy editor's chair. She will say or do j ust about anything to extract t ruth f rom C arter's war story about how he single-handedly took down a platoon of Germans. A s the t hree of them engage each other throughout the film to f ulfill their own individual dreams (happy-go-lucky Carter j ust wants to do w hat's best), a growing fickleness absorbs them that ends in c onfrontations on and o ff the field. They find that not every play in the playbook works out exactly as it is drawn up. j The biggest draw of the film, however, doesn't Ir lie in the star power of Clooney or Zellweger. Rather, it happens on the field at a level j ust above mediocre. Football f ans ought to enjoy t he trickery that evokes backyard-style shenanigans in trick plays like " Rin Tin Tin" and " Statue of Liberty." The music by award w inning composer Randy Newman (who also had a cameo as an unwavering piano man in a bar fight) also adds a nice throwback touch. It is questionable whether "Leatherheads" should be considered a sports film in the same sense as "Field of D reams" or "Remember t he Titans." The film is a contrast f rom Clooney's recent work, who directed "Good Night, and Good L uck" (2005) and received acclaim for "Michael Clayton" (2007). This is more about the self-absorbed characters we come across, and the connection between these characters feels forgettable. The only thing scarier than "The Ruins"? The cost of popcorn BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer What makes a good horror film? Most would agree that the answer includes lots of gore, suspense, unexpected twists, drama, and hot actors. Surprisingly, "The R uins" does ¡Hi not lack in any of t h e s e ^ ¿ r j a departments. ProbJ| ably one of the best suspense thrillers I have seen in a few years, " The R uins" definitely excites and entices the audience with its good looking cast, quality acting, and raw horror. Set in Cancun, Mexico, "The R uins" begins with four American college students on a leisurely vacation. When they meet a German student, Mathias, played by Joe Anderson of "Across the Universe," the foursome decides to j oin the other international students to visit an ancient Mayan temple that is supposed to be exclusive and off the modern maps. Based on the novel t urned screenplay by Scott B. Smith, the meat of the film comes f rom the developing characters as they come to grips with the reality set before them as once at the temple, they become trapped and prisoners to a fate no logic or reason is able to explain. Without giving away too many of the exciting plot twists and key moments in the film, it is safe to say that the temple and the means to which the surrounding inhabitants go to keep it hidden are extreme. For those who have not read " The Ruins," on top of being scary, it is a f un watch because the director and screenplay writer made conscious decisions to let the audience discover what is happening right alongside the characters in the film, unlike many other horror films that are predictable and expected. Not only does this manipulate the audience's formal expectations of the specific characters and their I roles in the film, but it § also changes the narration ^ of the film, as the story is ju shot from the perspective | that the a udis ence j f - 'sJ:*-. e xperiencing the drama right along with the characters. " The R uins" presents a psychological fear and dilemma unlike many other horror flicks, as it capitulates traditional plot motivations, and utilizes an evolved fear that even with prosthetics and CG3 animation, is still hard to w rap one's brain around. One thing is for sure though, " The R uins" is worth the outrageous admission price, and it will not disappoint even the harshest of critics. Smart cast + smart writing = "Smart People" BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer was one of the f unniest dark comedies I'd seen in quite some time. The rocky beginning is where we An older man and college profes- get to know some of the characsor who is overbearing and pomp- ters in the movie. Though this is ous; a neat freak daughter trying too a rough beginning, it illustrates hard to impress her dad; an abso- Dennis Quaid's strong ability to lutely insane adopted brother and become whatever his character uncle who just seems to be, for lack calls for. His performance in this of a better phrase, socially retarded. movie is definitely something to Top it off with a doctor who is notice. However, while some unable to understand her performances were unsatisown feelings: these are the H^ factory, others were very mm people who make up the impressive and exceptionmovie, "Smart People." ally noteworthy. You don't have to be all While Sarah Jessica Parker that smart to enjoy this movie was one of the main characters with Dennis Quaid, Thomas Haden in this movie, I don't feel that her Church and Ellen Page. This story performance was anything worth of a college professor/widower talking about. While I am not (Quaid) and the journey he goes used to seeing her in anything, through trying to get in touch with aside from a few minutes of Sex his family all while attempting to and the City here and there by get back into the dating world is an accident, I can't say that I was incredible journey - and it is one at all impressed with her perforthat I was more than happy to take. mance in this movie. It was mediIf you can get past the rough ocre, sophomoric at best - surely beginning 20 minutes or so, this nothing to be nominated for any award - and that is really all there is to say about it. Smart People offered the greatest pairing of actors with the greatest chemistry that, I dare say, I've ever seen: Thomas Haden Church and Ellen Page. The incredible sardonic banter between these two is probably the single greatest part of this entire movie. Each of the scenes with these two together is a brilliant and wonderful one. They are one of the greatest comedic pairs since Laurel and Hardy or Abbot and Costello. Ellen Page has really come about as the incredible actress that she is. Her breakthrough performance in Juno was one of the greatest of the year, but in this movie - her performance in this movie is the greatest I've seen her give. Her sardonic, black humor is riveting and completely perfect for her role as the over achieving, sarcastic daughter of a widowed college professor, played | by Quaid. Thomas Haden Church, who plays Dennis Quaid's ^ adopted brother, has come § a long way from playing f an evil villain made out of 5 sand, or stretching farther back, a somewhat simpleminded mechanic on the 90s television show, Wings. Church was the most perfect actor for this role. He was sarcastic and slightly perverted while still holding a bit of dignity and sentimentality to bring home a message of togetherness in the end. Great acting, incredible comedic timing, sarcasm to last a lifetime, and a heartfelt ending all make up this great film. If you are in the mood to see something good and something worth the ridiculous amount you have to pay to see a movie - 1 say that "Smart People" is an excellent choice. Yes, there are a few moments where the movie drags a little, but I'd say that a strong 95% of the movie was enjoyable, laughable, as well as emotionally driven and thought provoking. Bottom line: I loved it. I'd see it again. And I would recommend it to anyone. Head out for the night, take a seat and enjoy this s plendifer^r ous "hour g w ^ i ^ k f i ' and thirty-m three minutes. � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 Cesar Chavez LGBT safety spring 2008 https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/1489044b9c774bbb72a739d0b10a2e7f.pdf a0484fc284a851cc5bccaccc37ca3677 PDF Text Text www.thecsusmpride.com TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2008 VOL. XIX NO. 13 New ASI President Alexander Hoang Pride exclusive interview BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer What was your reaction upon hearing that you won? I found out the positive outcome while I was in Yoga class; Benjamin Bertran-Har­ris came running in and gave me a big hug, told me the results and we both yelled in victory! It was cool to turn on my phone later and get a flood of messages with Congratula­tions regarding the news. What experiences have prepared you for being ASI president? I have led in multiple arenas in life, from our world of aca­demia to business, civic ser­vice, and charity. See Interview, Page 5 International Fair 2008 CoBA1sSenior ~xperience Program aims to create CSUSM's. first yearbook BY JONATHANE. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer The College of Business Administration celebrates Senior Experience's 15'h year with over 1,000 projects completed thus far. CoBA declared students must com­plete the Senior Experience program before receiving their degree. Among the inany projects slated for the spring '08 semester, a cer­tain group of CoBA students intend to create a yearbook for graduating CoBA stu­dents. The team consists of Dar­lene Aficial, Ethel Gaviola, John Ouk, and Hang Pham. Working closely with David Zumaya, who majors in Computer Information Sys­tems, they plan to create a prototype yearbook for grad­uating CoBA students for the See Yearbook, Page 4 Peace activist Cindy Sheehan visits CSUSM BY BEN ROFFEE Sheehan spoke to a packed audi­Pride Staff Writer ence in Arts 240 last Thursday, April 17. For nearly an hour and a Cal State San Marcos greeted half, Sheehan touched on a variety one of its most high profile and ofissues ranging from her opposi­controversial guests last week as renowned peace activist Cindy See Sheehan, Page 5 Photo by Ben Ro/fee I The Pride Sleepless in San Diego Melissa Mattingly was recognized as a top IParticipants slept on cots at Liberty Station in Point contributor for her fundraising efforts on behalf Loma of CSUSM's Alpha Kappa Psi chapter Students crowd Forum Plaza to partake in International Fair festivities BY ELBERT ESGUERRA to the world. Pride Staff Writer The three-hour International Fair at Forum Plaza gave the uni- Thursday,-April 17-Mariachi--versity community the opportu­bands and West African drum-nity to promote cultures ofvarious mers ignited the campus last nations around the world. People Thursday as the Cal State San took great advantage of experi­Marcos became a global village encing tastes, sights, and sounds Photo by Ben Ro/fee I The Pride from the campus' rich diversity. "I hope ali students ge~ con­nested to the diversity the campus has," said Diana Lemus, Co­President of Global Connections Student Organization. "Whether See Fair, Page 5 My University: Elementary students plan for college early BY VIRIDIANA PACHECO­school located in Escondido vis­their attendance and folders with to a university campus before, teaches the Open Gate Program ISAAC ited the campus yesterday to get a information about the university. said Ana Ardon, Research proj­children. "College is talked about Pride Staff Writer feel ofwhat university life is like. The students, primarily of ect Coordinator for the National I wantthem to know that college The students, wearing t-shirts Latino descent, are part of the Latino Research Center at Cal is possible, I always remind them For a group ofFarr Elementary that read, "I am college bound in Open Gate program, which con­State San Marcos. there is still a possibility for them School students, attending Cal 2017," attended library and col­sists of gifted and talented chil­"The area is one of the lowest to go." State University San Marcos is lege workshops, took a tour ofthe dren. The program involves socio-economic pockets in all of Hernandez Payne is a CSUSM already in their plans. campus, and were presented with different college-related activi­California," said teacher Yvette alumnus, who was working Approximately 70 third through traditional Aztec dancers. They ties that often include parents. Hernandez Payne who coordi­fifth graders from the elementary were also given certificates for Most had never stepped foot on nated the trip to the school and See Elementary, Page 4 THE PRIDE Economic stimulus payments: your debt. As college students, all of the more than 130 mil­ it's easy for us to accrue debt. lion households only receive Between student loans and checks for $300. Of course they Spend or Save? credit cards, the average educa­want us to put that money back Many have seen the promises mailed out by the U.S. Govern­ment to taxpaying citizens in the form of "Economic Stim­ulus Payment" notifications. As Bush's answer to the dying economy, the IRS comes off as if they are handing out free money to more than 137 mil­lion Americans beginning May 2. The Economic Stimulus Pay­ments are the government's last hope of pushing the consum­ers to spend money. Anticipat­ing that taxpayers will spend the stimulus checks, it's pretty obvious that main goal of the payments is to help boost the economy. Divvied out in three differ­ent amounts, according to how a person files their return, you could get a check for the amount of$300,$600,or$1200. Checks are being released in waves of disbursements with the various disbursement periods depen­dent on the last two digits of your Social Security Number. Yet, as America finds herself in the wake of a recession, spend­ing that check should be the last thing you do. What should you do with the economic stimulus pay­ment? Save it. Invest it. Pay off tion debt college graduates face after commencement is $21,000 (according to The Project on Student Debt). Sure, you might not have any debt now, or maybe there's only $500 on your credit , card and you make regular pay­ments, but who knows what the next few years or even the rest of your college years will bring. Why waste perfectly good money now, when you could be using it as a safety blanket for the future by saving it or paying ­off already existing debt. The IRS is shelling out at the very least 41 billion dollars with these stimulus checks-that's if into the economy. And yes, the economy does need it; the value of the dollar is the lowest it has been in the past 80 years. But with that knowledge, and the deepening recession, doesn't it make more sense to hold onto the money for dear life? Save every penny you can. With the rising cost of educa­tion as the currently proposed budget cuts are planned to increase tuition by 10%, park­ing permits are scheduled to rise in cost, and gas isn't fore­cast to be cheap this summer either-who can afford not to save the money? Church's Influence on Sports _ Women taking control of the vehicle BY DAVID CHURCH Force leads the race in Japan, the new question maintain the lead and when is Pride Staff Writer POWERade points is "will there be more wins on she going to get her first win. standings despite the way." Both racers have achieved With a split event not having a win. After the 2005 Indianapolis accomplishments in the racing between Long Beach A few reasons why 500, where Patrick led late into world. Patrick becomes the and Japan Indy 300, Force has taken the race before slowing down first female to win a race in Danica Patrick was the lead so early in due to fuel management. The the IndyCar circuit whil~ Force able to hold out 22 to the Funny Car expectations on Patrick were became the first female to lead gallons of ethanol. season is because no raised once· again. Patrick the point's standings. Patrick led the race winner has been able went on to finish her rookie With a victory, Patrick now for three laps of the to repeat. The other season with three poles. She has put herself on top of the 200 lap race but was able to reason would be that she has has since switched from Bobby podium and now has a new hold on to a 5.85 second lead two final-round appearances. Rahal's team to Andretti Green question to answer to, "When to get her first career victory. Both events are significant Racing. are you going to win again?" In doing so, Patrick became the in the racing _world as Pat­As for Force, Force became Any questions or comments first female to win an IndyCar rick finally answered the most the first female to lead the point can be sent to churc009@ race. common question in her inter­standings in the Funny Car csusm.edu or pride@csusm. Then in the Funny Car class views, "When are you going to standings. The question for edu. of the racing world, Ashley win?" But after winning the Force will be how long she can {!5JJ1i/J!f~ The two trailers 'lkhlde o.l ~SanMatcds 313 ~1:wu.OanVatt~y-~ ·San~C'A.9'2~· ~ -('76(});'7$-(,()99 :,, ;:, F¢·(76()) 75()..334$ Jim.ail; ~edu hftp.'/fwww.tlie!::susmpn'de,com Ad\f~Ji;-D: pride..,,ads@CSU$m;ed\l , BY BILL RHEIN box office, it is likely due Pride Staff Writer more to the need the see the next chapter in the series. Even a bad movie In this world, can have a good trailer, there are two such as "Star Wars: Epi­types of trail­sode I-The Phantom ers, those that Menace." Though it is are good and got questionable if George viewers excited about a film, and those which decrease interest in a film and possibly give the ending away. In the age ofYou­Tube and Internet videos, trail­ers have become as important as TV commercials and public advertising. Because of this, there have been some great trailers, which successfully encourage people to see films, even if the movie is not that great. The ability of a trailer to motivate people can make or break a film. The first two "Spiderman" films serve as examples of a good trailer in the "Spiderman" film series. They had elements that made them must-see films. On the other hand, "Spider­man 3" had an average trailer and did not play a big part in drawing people to the cinema. Though this film did well at the Lucas should have made the modern "Star Wars," the preview for the first one was a motivating factor to seeing the movie. This raises questions about what makes a good trailer, which I think, lie in psychol­ogy. Successful trailers often have similar elements tha( excite people. They often start slow but build tension to increase interest in a film. This also includes snippets and moments of the film with dia­logue and music to stimulate the audience. If there were awards for greatness in trailers, one would certainly have to go to the . second Lord of the Rings film ''The Two Towers." It may not have been the strongest install­ment, however, I, along with several Internet users, regard it is the best trailer ever. It starts with serene music and dramatic cinematography. The editors of the trailer weave in images of intense action. As the music builds, the tension, dialogue, and text spark interest. Whi1e the images of battle and intense dialogue are excit­ing, the best element of this trailer is the music, which directly borrows from Clint Mansell's incredible score from "Requiem for A Dream." These elements keep the emo­tion building and relaxing until the final moments-of the trailer where there is an onslaught of energy through music and the immortal image of double doors. Though trailers do not mean as much to viewers after seeing the advertised movie, this one still gives me goose bumps. On the other hand, there are trailers such as the ones for "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" and "Made of Honor," which makes me want to see the movies even less that before watching the previews. Ele­ments from these . trailers, namely "Sarah Marshall," that put me off are bothersome lines such as "from the makers of." This is vague and could refer to any of the hundreds of people who the film following that line credit. This ranges from the director or producer to the caterer or key grip. As for "Made of Honor," after watching the trailer, I feel as though I have seen the movie in its entirety. Though these types of movies about pluto_nic friends getting together are already predictable, the trailer shows in detail how the movie is going to end. A final bad element oft~ailers is the line "a twist you will not see coming." Viewers can find this line in the previews of every other action and horror movies. In ~ddition, because it causes people like me to look for a twist, one can usually see it coming. These and the lack elements found in good previews make for awful trailers. As the summer movies approach, some trailers will inspire me to hand over money to see a film, and others will make me not even care seeing about the DVD. A trailer is a magical movie element that can put people off a good movie, and pull others into a bad one. THE PRIDE 'OPINION Tuesday, April 22, 2008 3 A Very_ BIOod, Sweat, Tears Wedding BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer Well, we've been through a lot. I don't know who to pity the most. The people who suffered arranged marriages through the Blood, Sweat, Tears Dating Service (2/12) or the feral cats that got sick from the Skittles, and gas still costs more than buying a baby on the black market (3/4). My turtle feels emo­tionally smothered (3/25). I still hate exercise (10/9). The thought of trying to raise little people is no less terrifying (4/15), and traveling is still a test offaith and moral fiber (11/13). Luckily, I no longer have to deal with terrifying and inappropriate dating incidents involving Wiis (I 0/2), which gives me a great sense ofinner peace. You may ask WHY I no longer have to deal with it. Reaching the final stretch of an era of blood, sweat, and tears, we begin to plan a wedding. Oh yes, despite being the sole author of "Fear and Loathing in Commit­ted Relationships," which is much scarier than the one set in Las Vegas, I'm doing it. I kept the turtle alive and I'm getting married. Now I just have to keep myself and the fiance alive. No, it's not PETA people in scary masks (I bought them off with adorable, fuzzy l:\Ilimals), or the Animal Cracker Conglomerate (3/18) trying to take me out before I start a revolution. You see, kiddos, my· fiance is half black. It didn't matter to me. It doesn't matter to him, which is lucky for me. It doesn't matter to the people who love me, or to anyone No, you're not lost. This is the year 2008, not 1948. And this is coastal southern California, not the wilds of. .. well, wherever in America you're allowed to be racist. I'd like to believe there's nowhere like that, but I'm not stupid. I could sit down and be afraid, give up the love ofmy life, or cancel my order for 500 taquitos. I could rethink the idea ofhaving the wed­ding outside in nature, and instead have it inside the Pope Mobile (bul­letproof glass, what what). But instead, I follow my own advice. I fear not. If I kick off tomorrow, most likely driving too quickly and dangerously (9/18) or falling down the stairs (9/11), you should eat some delicious guaca­mole in my honor and follow these pearls of wisdom. Sort of pearls of wisdom. Ok, really only one. From me to you, happy unbirthday. Just. ..follow along. The only thing you absolutely have to do, besides have good sex at least once in your life, and laugh everyday, is let go of your hatred. In fact, let go • of it right now. Hatred, bigotry, racism. You profit nothing by these things, and you hurt yourself. Hatred is like cancer. If there's a cancer inside of you, it's not going to hurt someone you dislike. It's going to hurt you. And hatred of any kind is just that. A tumor that will choke the happi­ness and life out of you. If it's big­ otry or racism, sit down. If you're religious, find a place in your holy book that justifies your bigotry. Now bring it to me and I'll show you a hundred verses that cancel it out. If you're not religious, tell me what good your bigotry does you. Do you feel warmer with it? Does it keep you company? Does it laugh with you and have coffee with you? Does it somehow make you a better person? If you have an individual specifically that you hate, think of them right now. Picture them being -pelted with rubber duckies and then let it go. They have pains you know nothing about, and their own problems. And when you encounter some­ one who hasn't let their hate go, here's a nifty little trick. Don't be afraid. Even if it's directed at you. And your fiance. And you're thinking that Kevlar would look great with your wedding dress. Or your copy editor offered to make . you a wedding dress OUT OF Kevlar. The reason I do things with humor, instead of fear, is because life is serious. In fact, so serious that none ofus are going to make it out alive. Worries, like hatred, will overwhelm you and gobble you up. In fact, imagine that your worries ARE the rubber duckies, now pelt them at that person you so dislike, or who dislikes you, and let both of them go. So yes, go out. Let guacamole flow like fountains. Chunky, tasty fountains. And if you come to my • wedding, feel free to arm your­self to the teeth. I'm a Girl Scout at heart, and you all know the Girl Scout motto: One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor. Er, I mean, be prepared. You know, that honestly might be the Boy Scout motto. But you get the point. We rate everythin_g else, why ·not RateMyCop.com? in his or her right mind. But yes, there's someone who wants to hurt me for it. I mean, honestly, you'd think people would be more upset that he's French than anything else. Do you know what a snob he is about mustard? It's unbearable. BY JONATHAN TROMP.SON Pride Staff Writer ,.com?Living in Southern California, lately, it is nearly impossible not to notice all of the attention area police departments are getting. Los Angeles received national attention for corruption in numerous scandals. A few stand-outs include: the Rampart Division, the C.R.A.S.H. unit, notto men­tion the name that is now syn­onymous with LA police cor­ruption, Rodney King. Most recently LA police made the front-page news again with their actions taken against unarmed press and protestors at LA's MacAurthur Park. Orange County's former Sheriff Corona is now under federal indictment for abuse of office and cor­ruption charges. Orange County deputies are now potentially facing murder charges for various roles in jail house beating murders, allegedly being perpetrated both by inmates with depu­ties' knowledge, or, by the deputies themselves. In recent weeks, local San Diego residents find them­selves in one of the most frightening scenarios, as an off duty San Diego officer fires on and hits a mother and her 8-year-old son. While details continue to come out in the case, all are innocent until proven guilty, allega- Starbucks on Campus:What is youdavorite drink? What do you like most about working at the Starbucks on campus? tions of misconduct on the part of the Oceanside police depart­ ment have been made on their handling of the case. With all that is going on in our communities, it would seem almost natural that we would want to know more about the people that are "serv­ ing and protecting" us. A web site that is recei_ving attention as a result of heightened com­ munity interest both nationally and internationally, is, Rate­ MyCop.com. The LA based RateMyCop. •com motto is "y<;>u have the right to be informed." The site's basic premise is allowing users who register with an e-mail address to leave comments on its forum and community law enforcement officer database in regards to the law enforcement officers they have encountered and dealt with in their commu­nities. Comments and opinions range from praise like an assessment of one San Diego officer being "Very profes­ sional and businesslike in all respects," to a wide range of serious criticisms and accusa­ tions, that I will leave to the imagination. BadCopNews.com is an international law enforcement watchdog site based in Amster­ dam. The site's name speaks for itself, _as it archives articles from international reports of law enforcement abuses. While this site only offers negative news, unlike RateMyCop.com [which offers the good with the bad] it stands as a warning to those who abuse his/her badge and the citizens they serve -­ every citizen has a voice as well as the right to speak out against injustices. As citizens, we have the right, if not the duty, to read, write and publish as we see fit. In particular, our freedom of speech important when is cru­cial to remember when criticiz­ing the status quo. Every aspect of our society is [as it should be] subject to public evaluation and criticism --Why should law enforcement be any different? Law enforcement agencies, in particular, especially given the current climate of accusations, need to be accountable for their "li::ed Venti Green Tea Lemonade with 3 pumps classic. All the friendly people I get to be with au day long." Venti GreenTea with 3 -n-• my boss "Iced Green Ti Straikht-up. I work -w:ifh a bundh of 6eautiful ladies" Aaron Garcia Junior "Iced Venti Ppsi.on Tea Lemonad sweetened inelotl. because it make c useilike actions on and offduty. I People have a responsibil­ t ity to his or her community to ensure that officers of the law act in accordance with the iaws they are employed to enforce. Due to the fact that these offi­cers are armed, both on and off duty, and in light of current events, what citizen would not want to know who is patrolling his or her neighborhood? The principals are simple: let _the officer's actions dictate how he or she is received by the com­ Plioto by Krlsti#tl LnlerI Tiu, Pride munity. THE PRIDE NEWS Saving big with parking adjunction BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Many at Cal State San Marcos can agree that the price for park­ing is exorbitantly expensive, and the high prices of parking viola­tions do not help to alleviate the depression of an empty wallet. But with a brand· new program offered by the Parking Adjudica­tion office here at Cal State San Marcos, many students and fac­ulty can save some much needed cash. Starting Tuesday April 22nd to Wednesday April 23"1, Park­ing Adjudication will waive the $25.00 late fee for any ticket ifyou ·pay your outstanding fee on these dates. The ijew program will help those with late fees to pay, so that they are not plagued by the fee of their violation and a $25.00 late fee. "We know that the economy is getting kind ofbad and we wanted to help students if they have any outstanding citations, they can pay it on those two days ... and we will waive the $25.00 late fee for them on each citation," stated Patti Hale of Parking Adjudication at CaJ State San Marcos. Even for tickets that students and faculty have received in the past, the late fees will simply get waived. For example, if someone has four previous citations charg­ing $50.00 each, the late fees for all four will total to $100. But ifa stu­dent or faculty member come in on the 22 or 23 and pay their citation charges, the total $100 late fee for all four citations will be waived. This will allow any driver to this campus to save money and park­ing problem that has been plaguing them resolved. The prices for parking permits for staff, faculty, and especially students are expensive, and many have voiced their opinions in the form of protests and petitions. But what many don't understand is that Parking Services is a self­sufficient company with no finan­cial stability from the university. With a proposed parking garage planned for completion in 2010, the funds for such a proj­ect must come from somewhere. In reality, the prices set for per­mits or violations will actually contribute to the advancement of the school, not to be brutal capitalism. "Our motto here is to educate, not to adjudicate" stated Hale. With the initiation of this event, all ·drivers of this institution will have the oppor­tunity to save money in these troubled times. From ELEMENTARY, page l on her master's thesis while already teaching at Farr. "It was exciting for my stu­dents to see that I wrote a book that is at the library they were just at," she said. Throughout their visit, the students were reminded that CSUSM is "everyone's uni­ versity" and that "everyone can come here" as long as they study hard, learn how to write and never give up. Hernandez Payne said it is very impor­tant, that despite the challenge of living in a low socio-eco­nomic area, the children still count on very supportive par­ents. She said language is one of their biggest challenges, but despite that, every teacher at Farr Elementary visits every single household of every child in their classrooms. They also have parent meetings once a month in which the parents are provided with activities, read­ing tips and other material to practice with their children. "The Latino culture values education a lot," she said. "The big challenge is the language bar­rier, but we still have a lot of sup­port. Visiting their homes makes us understand the living situation and allows us to get to know the child better." Parents who were among those visiting the campus said bringing children even at such a young age can be nothing but beneficial. "I like the idea because this way he can start realizing what his future may look like," said Maria Zavala, parent to a fifth grader. "This keeps him focused and motivated, he can start think­ing about what he wants, to be and what he wants to study, and make him strive for a better future." Hernandez Payne said it is very important to get children think­ing about college this early on, so it doesn't go to the back of their minds. "We want them to think that college is not something that you may or may not go to," she said. "It's actually something that will be the next step." From YEARBOOK, page l spring '08 semester that hope­fully serves as a stepping stone for a complete CSUSM year­book next year. For more information on Senior Experience, visit www. csusm.edu/seniorexperience. For more information on the CSUSM yearbook visit ww,w. csusmyearbook.com. CSUSM student, Chris Bourgault from Realskies Web Design, hosts the CSUSM Yearbook Website. ·"Just this past week we have received almost 1,000 hits on the site .. . this website provides [CoBA] seniors to view their images and to view the work in progress," said Zumaya. Zumaya, a IO-year profes­sional photographer, attends classes between picking up and dropping off his three daugh­ters. He initially attended SDSU where he tried to launch a year­book there as well. Fortunately, for CSUSM but unfortunate for Zumaya, "The project was not able to be com­pleted and go to press because the funding we had did not follow through on their prom­ise," he said. After his first debacle with SDSU he returned to CSUSM in pursuit of finishing his degree with "a better plan and [the abil­ity] to provide personal money to by skateboaf'\ . for resisting and officer. The officer get the project started," he said. Zumaya found numerous CSUSM staff, facility, and fellow Cougar supporters for a school wide yearbook. In fall 07 semester, he ran into Stephanie Erdodi. She wanted to organize a yearbook club. They became acquaintances and remain in contact today. Ultimately, "the success of this project is dependent on funding and support from the University," said Zumaya. The project gathers funding in other ways as well. The proj­ect offers free online portraits for graduating CoBA students. The project enables students to purchase their portraits. The project allots a portion of the sales to cover costs associated with producing a physical year­book. "Results from the Senior Experience team's surveys led to the creation of our prototype yearbook publication for CoBA. We have plans for next year to complete a yearbook for the [entire] University or possibly separate yearbooks for the indi­vidual colleges," said Zumaya. "Jim Hamererly, director of business .community relations from CoBA ... has provided sup­port that has been very impor­tant to the success we have had on this project. Without his support, we would not be at the to the 1acti • ma e point where we are now," said Zumaya. Senior Experience project presentations begin May 5th and last until May 8th They occur • almost every hour from 8:45AM to about 4:40PM lasting approx­imately 20 minutes in Markstein Hall room 104. "I would love to see this proj­ect featured on the CSUSM homepage ... Also, we really need juniors and sophomores to get involved now with the year­book so they can carry the torch for the following years," said Zumaya. To get involved with the year­book contact David Zumaya at david@dmzphotog.raphy.com. raffle stop on vehicle for e'quipment violations, and cited driver for suspended license and no insurance. 4111''1-08 ·3:30 p..m. A fatafty member parked a convertible Jeep in lot E with the rx:(.leund the parking o n upon return. COUGAR WATCH ~ ,,,.Jf KEEPING AN EYE ON THE Ui I.. t760j ..!,.)"~~ s attempt THE PRIDE NEWS Tuesday, April 22, 2008 5· From_INTERVIEW, page 1 What inspired you to run? Love. From the moment I set foot on this University my loy­alty, passion, and love has been with CSUSM in every way. I had to ask myself the question before running for office, "What if I did not get elected ASI President?" After reflection, my answer to this question was, "I will con­tinue to engage and be engaged in CSUSM's growth to my utmost ability and capacity." When the reasons are right, what you stand for can never be defeated. How will you balance this with your job as a Resident Advisor? In order to engage fully into my role as ASI President, I must make tough decisions, this will be the first. I am 0 or 100%. This is what you get when you choose me. Balance, organization, and time management will be key to executing successfully as ASI President and an RA. I look forward to discussing the pos­sible options with Brian Dawson (Director ofUVA) in order for me to thrive in the year to come. How will you foster diversity on campus? This will come naturally because it is the forefront of who I am and what I do --I am a con­sensus builder. I have come to listen and to be the voice of the st}ldent body. Bringing people together from all paths of life is what I strive to achieve. Being a Resident Advisor for the inter­national & multi-cultural expe­nence has been an excellent training ground and an invalu­able opportunity in order for me to call everyone to the table, not to agree every time, but to under­stand each other every time. What do you imagine will be your biggest problem? -Bring the worst, scariest, and ugliest problems to me. For together with my ASI Team we will find a successful solution to any problem we are faced with. We are your student leaders for this reason. Future ASI President's Mes­ sage to students Hello Fellow CSUSM Cou­ gars! You have spoken and your voice has been heard. YOU have elected me Associ­ ated Students Incorporated Presi­dent & CEO. Your trust and con­fidence in me will be reflected in every decision I make on your behalf Thank you for your sup­port with all my heart. I appre­ciate you giving me this oppor­tunity to be your leader and to serve you. We have an exhila­rating new year ahead of us, one that is not wit_hout its challenges. Together we will face these chal­lenges and succeed in spite of adversity. In doing this, we will become unified as a community and show the true strength of our Cougar Spirit. I invite you not only to take ownership in your education here at CSUSM but also your campus life experience. Choose how you want to leave your mark on our dynamic campus. This is the ini­tiative we all face, to become more involved, to engage, empower, and to serve each other. Create your unforgettable memories and vah;1ed relationships now in campus life. It is said that the col­ lege experience can be the most rewarding, fun, and joyful years of our lives. I say this is true because you are here; you make our s_chool what it is. What you put into it is exactly what you will get out of it. Please know that I am in com­ plete solidarity with you as a stu­ dent and stand by your side as we move forward, together. I have come to listen and to voice and act on your concerns. I will not hesitate to reveal everything that I am and unlock my full potential for CSUSM. In striving for posi­ • tive change through passion, ser­vice, leadership, and excellence, lam. From SHEEHAN, page 1 tion to the war, her Congressional campaign, and her political phi­losophies. Sheehan, who's son Casey died in the Iraq War in 2004, has gar­nered a considerable amount of national attention in recent years for her activism against the Iraq War and the policies of the Bush Administration. Her month-long "Camp Casey" protest in August 2005 outside of the President's ranch in Crawford, Texas became the focal point of the anti-war movement, launching Sheehan into the media spotlight. It was in Texas that CSUSM's Dr. Linda Pershing met and devel­oped a relationship with Sheehan. "I'm pretty good friends with pro­fessor Pershing," said Sheehan. "I got to know her in Texas and she has been a supporter of our efforts for a long time." It came as a surprise to many to hear that Sheehan would be making an appearance on campus, which comes in the middle of her bid for Nancy Pelosi's seat in the House of Representatives. When asked how she ended up at CSUSM, Sheehan pointed to her friendship with Dr. Persh­ing saying, "I've met a lot of her students across the country and they've wanted me to come for a long time. I was invited [by Pershing] and I love coming to colleges and high schools and talking." Given the uproar when Michael Moore was slated to speak on campus, Shee­han's visit was sur­prisingly met with little protest from the campus community. Throughout her pre­sentation the crowd was relatively mild as students both in sup­port of and opposed to her message lis­tened intently. Even with mixed degrees of support and opposition, Shee­han hasn't signaled her intentions to slow down any time soon. "I don't think r ASI Election Results -2008 1096 students voted in this poll President: Sabrina Oleson 109 Alexander Hoang 527 Jessica Mills 60 Zachary de la Pena 514 College of Business · Vice President of Administration External Affairs:· Representatives Angela Stubbs 4 73 Brittney Russo 141 Christian Pedersen 307 College of Arts Vice President of and Sciences Finance: Representatives Conrad Ottey 623 Giovanna De Los Stephen Castro 349 Reyes 320 Raisa Alvarado 257 Vice President of Benjamin Bertran- Operation: Harris 223 Lynn Torbert 672 Amethyst Hills 221 Amanda Riley 260 Student Representatives Vice President of at Large Marketing: Zach Morrison 661 Gil Cardenas 468 Kayla Robinson 322 Brian Buttacavoli 340 Travis Wilson 238 '­ I'm going to get a break now until For such a small campus, Shee­after the elections," said Sheehan. han's appearance presents, to "I think it's really important to be many, an indication of CSUSM's really persistent." growing stature. Ifturnout is any Sheehan responds to student questions during her presentation indication of appreciation, this change would seem to be readily embraced by the campus com­munity. From FAIR, page 1 it's black, white, green, or yellow, we're celebrating everyone and people from everywhere." The flags of over 40 different nations flew and representatives of over 30 different student orga­nizations were on hand at the fair, including France, Vietnam, Ger­many, Japan, Mexico, the Philip­pines, and the Middle East. The event was free and many of the organizations offered students a culinary taste indigenous to their respective countries. Hungry stu­dents lined up for crepes, bratwurst, egg rolls, and even birthday cake for every month of the year. "This is just a . fun way for people to think internationally," said April Paustian of Global Connections. "It's easy to think in American terms that so many students are accustomed to, but there's a whole other part that this country is all about. Sharing that aspect is a good way to grow." This year marks the sixth year of the fair's existence. The Uni­versity Global Affairs Office organized this year's event and sponsors included Associated Stu- Students dressed in traditional attire dents, Inc., the Office of Global Education, Student Life and Lead­ership, different student multicul­tural organizations and the Lan­guage Learning Center. Some organizations used the International Fair to highlight some of their past achievements and events over the year. Others took the opportunity to recruit Photo by Ben Ro/fee /The Pride and cross promote upcoming activities. "Like everyone, Kamalayan Alliance is here to recognize diver­sity," said Allie Moreno, a member representative from Kamalayan. "We're hoping to promote our Filipino Culture Night on April 26 and the fair presents a perfect time do just that." . FEATURES The heathy side of tea Getting the most out of your beverage Afarewell to Dr. Newman LlWR professor says goodbye to CSUSM BY ARIANNE SCHULZ Pride Staff Writer Tea is a beverage full of health bene­fits-whether it is black tea, green tea, · white tea, oolong tea, or herbal tea. While tea is sometimes a general term for a large grouping of hot beverages, "tea" (this applies to black, green, and white tea) is actually an infusion of the leaves of the blooming white-flower, evergreen bush (Camellia sinesis) native to China and India. The term "tea" is used gen­erally for the term of infusion because marketers found con­sumers responded more favor­ably to it rather than labeling products as "herbal infu­sions." The only differences between the different vari­eties of tea (as previously noted: black, white, and green tea all originate from the same plant, Camellia sinesis) are how it is processed after the leaves are picked. Black tea is the darkest color because it is the most processed. Though black tea is the most processed/oxidized, studies have found that black tea still con­tains many beneficial compounds that can contribute to human health. Black tea is the most commonly consumed and pro­duced tea in the world. Another variation of tealeaf process­ing produces green tea. Green tea is less processed than black tea"T"""the leaves may be steamed or baked after:heipg'immedi­ately picked and thilpi-eserv~s,•a lot of the . antioxidant compounds in tea that make it such a health wonder. Green tea is very popular in Asia and has become increas­ing popular around the world. . The least amount of processing of tealeaves produces a rare, fragile tea­ . white tea. White tea 1s described as having the most delicate flavor and it also contains the most 0 X l ­ dants. White tea is only picked at certain times during the year· and after j:,eing picked," it is promptly dried with little or no oxidation exposure. Though white tea offers many health· benefits, green tea receives a lot of main­stream attention for its health advantages. Tea contains antioxidants, which neutral­ize the effects ofoxidants/free radicals that are products of cell metabo­lism. Tea contains flavonoids and catechins that are types of antioxidants that are effec­tive at neutraliz­ing free radicals. This is impor­t a n t because free-radical damage is being stud­ied to determine .its co_ntribution_to dis­ ~ ~ • . T eases and other health problems. Recently, a study in the Molecular Nutri­ tion and Food Research journal reports their findings that by adding citrus ele­ments to green tea, the catechins (antioxi­dants) became more stabile. While most teas are high in antioxidant compounds such as catechins, humans do not typi­cally "reap" or absorb all of these because they need to be in an acidic environment to increase absorption. There are many ways to implement this-try adding 2 to 3 tablespoons of orange, lemon, grapefruit, or lime juice to 1 cup of green tea. Additionally, tea manufacturers are making it even easier for tea con­sumers to get the most antioxidants out of green tea by offering green tea blends with citrus components already added in with tea. Look for Celestial Seasonings' Antioxidant Green Tea Blend or Salada's Original Green Tea Antioxidant Blend, which can most likely be found at local grocery stores. If caffeine content is a concern, there are many tea blends offered on the market that are decaffeinated (usually by carbon dioxide effervescence, which "cleanly" removes 99.6% to 99.9% of caffeine). According to Celestial Seasonings Tea, the caffeine contents of tea are roughly the following per 1 cup serving: black tea (60 mg), green tea (30 mg), and white tea (50 mg). Celestial Seasoning also notes for comparison the caffeine contents of 1 cup servings of coffee (90 mg) and soda (45 mg). So, simply put: enjoy tea-there is sure to be a tea that appeals to any preference and provides health benefits! BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer Dr. Lance Newman has been a Professor of Literature and Writing Studies (currently the Associate Professor) at CSUSM since September of 2002, teaching courses from Advanced Creative Writing to Transatlantic Romanticism. Before coming to CSUSM, Newman spent time teaching at State Uni­versity ofWest Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Brown University in Rhode Island -which, coincidentally, is where he earned his Master's as well as Doctorate degrees. (Unfortunately however, CSUSM Hookah Lounge -Pool Tables Games Great Food tiubblY 13ubblY Ca is going to miss Dr. Newman, as he moves on to the next chapter of his career, r ... )"I am moving to Utah, where I plan to do lots of hiking... sailing... mountain biking... and rafting... I'll be teaching at Westminster Col­lege in Salt Lake City," said Newman. Lance Newman is'a teacher who genuinely cares about his students-one of his favor­ite classes to teach students is creative writ­ing. "I love creative writing seminars where we teach each other how to make art out of words," said Newman. A Senior Business major/Lit~rature and Writing minor, Jona­than E. Thompson, took LTWR 105: Texts that Changed the World with Newman, and said, "Professor Newman was so awesome. I remember he assigned us 'Native Son.' That was such a good book and such a great class. It is unfortunate for CSUSM to lose such a great person." In addition to current students, Newman has also made lasting impressions on students who have since graduated and moved on to life after school. Brandon Gray, CSUSM alum whom graduated last semes­ter with his B.A. in Literature and Writing, said "[Newman] was the kind of professor that you wanted to work hard for because if you got a high grade on an assignment you know you deserved it." Since coming to CSUSM, Newman says about the campus, "the student population has almost doubled in six years. What used to be a sleepy little college now looks a lot more like a big university ..." Being part of this university's community has really meant a lot to Newman, "I really loved · being part of... building something new." "People here are very passionate about what they do and they really want this place to live up to their ideals," said Newman. When asked what, if any, advice he would like to give the students of CSUSM, Newman said, "the school belongs to the students. Only you can make sure we deliver what you want. And only you have the power to defend our school against budget cutters and corporatizers,'' In fact, Newman's influence and time at CSUSM has inspired many students to set their goals towards teaching. Sophomore Literature and Writing major, Jennifer Rylander says that Newn:ian has taught her "a lot about what he calls close reading in context which really helps me to under­stand not only what the author was trying to do with a piece of writing but also how to interpret literature. I know for a fact that his teachings will help me throughout my years as a student and eventually as a teacher." On top ofbeing a successful and educated professor, Newman is quite an accomplished author. In addition to publishing many essays and poems, he also published a book ofcriti­cism, "Our Common Dwelling." Currently, Newman is working on a book: "Capitalism is Killing Our Planet." "You can read some chunks at http://redgreenplanet.blogspot. com," said Newman. CSUSM is going to miss the presence of such a valuable individual. Newman has cre­ated a legacy that he leaves behind and will last for many years to come, long after he's ·been gone. THE PRIDE FEATURES Tuesday, April 22, 2008 1 An ant·1me s America's economyheaded for a recession or are we aread_y there?· BY AMANDA ANDREEN Earlier this month Alan Green-lematic-suggests the Center for million Americans would face said, "the International Council of Pride Staff Writer span, the former Chairman of the Economic and Policy R~search­poverty. Moreover, if the reces­Shopping Centers, a trade group, Federal Reserve, said in an inter-is easier for the economy, labor sion is greater than a mild one, estimates there will be 5,770 Is this a recession or a depres­view with CNBC, "we are in the market, and consumers to bounce not only would the average house­store closings in 2008, up 25 per­sion? This question is just the throes of recession." Citing the back from. However, this reces­hold income decrease, but also the cent from 2007, when there were . beginning when it comes to defin­current housing bubble, global sion, even if mild to moderate U.S. would be looking at 10.4 mil­4,603." ing the fragile position ofthe U.S. forces, shrinking automobile reports the CEPR, could cause lion Americans living in poverty Locally, San Diego's economy economy. Many citizens are start­sales, and the failure of credit cir-more long-term damage than versus the initial 4.7 million. is not doing that well either. As ing to feel the crunch-keeping cuits among other factors as the those in recent years. This past Additionally, according to an reported by the San Diego Union a tighter reign on unneces­cause-Greenspan also January the CEPR released a article written by Michael Bar­Tribune, in a recent article "Job­sary spending-not to insisted that it report entitled "What we're in for: baro published by the New York less rates increase in SD County," mention that the mere was too soon Projected economic impact of the Times on April 15, there are sev­from June of 2006 until now, "San thought of the two to know the next recession." eral corporate retail chains filing Diego County has lost 22,500 jobs words sends severity of In the report, authors John for bankruptcy and closing stores related to construction, real estate many econo­the reces-Schmitt and Dean Baker even sug-to offset debt and counteract sig­and financing." And recently, more mists and sion. gest • that working class families nificantly decreased sales. Some retail related jobs have been cut. gov-. Gen -could still feel the effects of this • of the chains that are either filing Most feel that the lull 1n the hous­ erally, recession well into 20ll, even after for bankruptcy or closing a large ing market is directly responsible. -a mild the market stabilizes. "Long after amount of store locations are Lin­Chris Bagley ofthe North County '€ t o financial markets and employers en's and Things, Ann Taylor, Foot­Times said ''A slouching real estate ~ -~ have begun to recover from an locker, Sharper Image, Zales, Lilly market has left Southern Califor­ ... .,. economic downturn, workers con­Vernon, Levitz, and Bombay. nians less able to borrow against ~ ernment tinue to suffer from high levels of home equity for big-ticket items like officials into a \ unemployment, depressed cars, furniture and home improve­ ~­ cold sweat as they ment projects. Several lenders ponder the future ~ have even frozen existing home implications of either mod-\ ~ equity lines of credit," in his economic event. As the U.S. erate-. recent article, ''ECON­economy continues to decline, reces-~ V: OMY: Job numbers show bloggers and analysts aren't the s i o n ~ i,:. levels of first loss in 15 years." only ones tooting their horns and can last "' employment, "Whether more With such credit blowing whistles at the thought of from six . falling incomes, chains file for bank­options no longer an economic recession. to nme loss of health insur­ruptcy or not," said Bar­available, spending With the rising gas prices, months, . ance, and outright poverty," baro, "it will be hard to miss and buying is no deflating housing market, and much like the reces-said the report. the impact of the industry's longer a luxury eminent doom of bankruptcy sions the U.S. has experienced The report also predicts that troubles in the nation's malls." for many local facing several national corpora­in the past much like those of unemployment rates would con­With other chains like Office residents. tions, the effects ofa recession are the early 1990s and 2000s. This tinue to rise for the next two Depot, J.C. Penny, and Lowes far reaching and run deep. type of recession, although prob-years, meaning that nearly 4.7 halting store expansions, Barbaro $0 Friday, April 24 4:00 p.m. / Special Ed Reflections-Night Univ 373 4:30 p.m. ASI Women's Center Growing ·,;00 &,.>1J• Tree Ceremony BloodDrive Wednesday, Appl 23 • CFHUSU -i<elloggP~a 8:00a.m. ZBT Get on the Ball 12:00 p.m. Saturday, April 25 10:00 am Fundraiser Campus Awareness Day 8:00 a.m. $386 CSU Budget Kellogg Plaza Gelebrating the CSU Court of Honors Keflogg Breezeway Kellogg Plaza Mark 125 Kellogg Terrace 10:00 a.m. $386 CSU Budget 12:00 p ..m. 10:.00 a.m. , Kellogg Plaza Frontiers in Science Seminar American Red Cross Sci2 208, Sci2 243 ' Blood Drive 6:00 p.m. Kellogg Plaza 12:00 p.m. Earth Day Celebration Commuoity Panel on Immigration Mark125 12:00 p.m. L'8t's Do Lunch Com2006 {Email event submjssior,s to prJde@csusm.edu AT'TN; CalendarcfEvents) Kellogg Ptaza -THE PRIDE EVERYTHING Google Docs Free to Google users --Google Docs is a basic and easy to use online word process­ ing, spreadsheet, and presentation applica­tion. Google Docs gives users the ability to create new documents or upload existing documents, users can also store and share documents online with ease. The most innovative and useful feature in Google docs is real time col­laboration. Users can invite people to collaborate on a document which allow multiple users to edit a single document at the same time. A chat-window keeps track ofrevisions made and displays which user made the specific changes. Google Docs are stored securely online where they are far removed from the risk ofcom­puter crashes and accessible from any computer with an Internet ­connection. Frequent auto-saving mitigates data loss in the event of a browser crashing or disrupting Internet connections. Docs requiring more advanced features can be exported in popular for­mats like .doc, .xis, .pdf, and .rtfand other popularly used d~u­ --·ment production programs. Google Scholar Although Google Scholar may not be as exhaustive as other scholarly databases, especially those with emphasis in specific · subject areas, it offers users "a simple way to broadly search for scholarly literature" spanning a wide variety of disciplines. Google lists the sources for GS: "peer-reviewed papers, theses, books, abstracts and articles, from academic publishers, pro­fessional societies, preprint repositories, universities and other scholarly organizations." GS provides links to the full text of much of the searchable scholarly literature. Google Groups Now anyone can create a discussion group on any topic --fast and hassle free. Google Groups users can discuss topics through e-mail, webpages, and customized discussion boards. Google Group members can share files, and easily share access to a wide variety of info. The newest version of Google Groups is now available with new and improved features: collaborative webpage -creation, customization, file sharing, and personalized member profiles to learn more about other users in shared groups. iGoogle __,_ -=-Similar to Netvibes and My Yahoo! iGoogle is a per­--sonalized start page that offers users a variety of helpful ways to begin their web-browsing experience. iGoogle works in a three­column layout with web-based widgets that focus on a variety of different topics. Some ofthe most popular widgets include "Google Reader," "Quotes ofthe Day," and "Youtube: Top Rated." Gmail Back in the invite-only days of Google's e-mail service, having a Gmail account was a status symbol of sorts around the web. Since then, the fervor has died down, but users remain faithful. Using Ajax and JavaScript, Gmail implements a user-friendly interface that was one ofthe first to boast the feature ofarchiving. Archiving means that instead of users deleting their mail permanently, "read mail" is saved-a feature that can come in handy in the clutch. Google Talk Google Talk is free. It hosts instant messaging, PC to PC voice calls, gmail notifications and fast file transfers. There is no download needed to use Google Talk and it is accessible on any computer. It can be added to iGoogle, a web-page, and is automatically accessible through any gmail account. Google Talk also allows media previews of videos, URL's and slide­shows from multiple media-based sites. Google Video Like Youtube, Google Video allows users to upload and share video content. What makes Google Video special is its search engine, which incorporates results from Google Video itself, youtube, and other thir~party websites. According to Google, The Google Video index is "the most comprehensive on the web," making it the most powerful video searching tool currently available. THE PRIDE FEATURES Tuesday, April 22, 2008 9 Information by Amanda Andreen, Tim Moore, and Ben Roffee Layout by Amanda Andreen Cool feature~ Google ·offers to take advantage of: Google Book~ and My Library Google Books offers readers access to thousands of titles, and virtually all genres imaginable. This feature allows readers to scroll through and read limited previews of all books, or as much as the copyright holder of each title has released to be seen, by making the books available through PDFs. The Google Book search works by simply typing in a keyword, the title, or author, and a preview of the book covers search results appears. By clicking on a book cover, another page opens that has images of the book front and back, °reviews, author info, popular pages, subjects in the book, and links to Amazon.com to buy the book if a reader wishes to have access to the entire book. Users can also create their own personal­ized library where they can rate, label, review, and organize their own library of favorite book previews. GOOG-411 (1-800-466-4411) Think directory assistance done right--and free. GOOG-411 uses speech-recognition technology to allow users to search and connect to businesses in the U.S. and Canada. GOOG-411 also allows users to have the telephone number and address ofa given business text-messaged to any text-accepting cellular phone. The best feature ofGOOG-411 is that it is free ofcharge. .. On the burner at Google Labs Google Page Creator: Like the name suggests, Google Page Editor will allow users easily compose, edit, and publish web pages. Frequent auto-saving fast publishing, and a user­friendly interface could make this yet another popular ingredient in the Google mix. Google Mars: The same concept as Google Earth, this Google feature still in development is the result of a collabora­tion with NASA researchers at ASU and according to Google provides "some of the most detailed scientific maps of Mars ever made." Google Ride Finder: Based in Google Maps, Google Ride Finder offers real time tracking of participating taxi and limousine services using GPS technology. So far, Ride Finder only gives users up-to-the-minute locations ofvehicles in the fol­lowing cities: Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. Google Desktop ~ The new download from Google makes organizing and searching your computer even easier. Now searching your desk­top is as quick as searching the Internet, and the application also allows users to organize their desktop with useful gadgets like personalized searches, e-mail previews, weather, news updates and a handy sidebar that keeps all the gadgets organized. Very similar to Mac's dashboard appli~ation, Google Desktop also features smart indexing that organizes web browsing history, and multiple file types. iii Google Finance Google Fin;µice features Business News headlines as well as in-depth stock information. Adobe Flash powers the stock charts and feature real-time quotes during trading hours. Google Earth "Explore, Search and Dis­cover" reads the homepage for Google Earth. Now the power to search satellite images, maps, foreign lands, and any 3D terrain. building, or struc­ture imaginable is just one click away. Going on a vaca­tion? Type in the location and see a street view ofthe area sur­rounding your hotel. The images on Google Earth, say ofa neigh­borhood or public building are 1-3 years old via satellite imaging, and some search listings are limited in international countries. The images displayed in Google Earth are not "real time" images. However, the newest version of Google Earth has a time of day option where one can scroll to see the location at any time ofday, ­noon to midnight. The new version also offers a flight simulator feature. Currently Google Earth is available in the free version. Plus version and Pro version. It is also supported in 13 languages, and working towards being accessible in more languages. Google Earth also has searchable astronomical images available. Google Reader Google Reader utilius Atom and RSS feeds to aggregate a per­sonalized news feed. Google Reader serves as an "inbox for your news," bringing in stories and posts from the user's chQice w~b­sites and biogs into a siick interface that makes staying up to date simple. Google Reader is also available on m<>J,~le phones that support XHTMI.: or WAP 2.0 and the Wii web browser. .. 10 Tuesday,Apri/22,2008 THEPRIDE FEATURES News that isn•t news: theonion.com highbrow material. Similar toBY BILL RHEIN is adults who appreci­sented on theonion.com makes and nonsensical gifts. Though people could label The Onion the rants of Jon Stewart's "The Pride Staff Writer ate irony and wit, and it a very enjoyable site. It is the language of the site free to browse, but the site as a tabloid because of its false Daily Show," theonion.com is a fun look at could-be news. The web makes it definitely not does make a profit with its stories, the clever thought address www. kid friendly. The origi­online store featuring t-shirts behind it makes the articles the onion.com ••iiiiiii-a • nal incarnation of The is the home for The Onion News, which boasts itself as "America's Finest News Source." The irony ofthis is that The Onion is not news. Though The Onion claims to be news, in actuality, it is purely fictional-even thought it presents itself as if it is. Rather than present the news, The Onion makes up news­1 ike stories in sarcastic and ironfo ways-often resulting in humor. Although it is fic­tional, The Onion treats itself as a real news site and divides stories into local and interna­tional news sections, sports, entertainment, science, busi­ness, and opinion subdivisions. Each contains stories, which are interesting and can cause a reader to laugh aloud. An example ·includes a headline, which read, "Drug Win (is this supposed to be drugs win or drug wins)? Drug War." The stories covered often consider actual events while putting a humorous twist on them. The site target market Onion was a newspaper written by two students at the University of Wisconsin, Tim Keck and Christopher John­son, in 1988. The writers then published it nationwide and during the Internet boom, they created theonion.com. Other incarnations of The Onion include the daily pod­cast titled, "The Onion Radio News," and a video podcast, which calls itself the "Onion News Network." The ONN parodies the four main types of TV news coverage: the national news, the morning wake up shows, debate style news, and C-Span style cov­erage. Additionally, books are available for purchase on the site that contain past sto­ries. In 2007, The Onion pub­lished "Our Dumb World," an atlas that mocks the ste­reotypes and images of every nation. The final notable work is The A.V. Club, which is The Onion's take on enter­tainment magazines. The sense of humor pre- Seeing by other means: artist Esref Armagan BY AMY SALISBURY people can see with Pride Staff Writer :·.r-1H···r;,· ·r-i:,., their eyes." YouTube user Mav­ Art has many forms, -:) ':qi(o)\r.'l:.;'o1:' erik987654321 posted definitions, and methods. Pablo Picasso popular­ized surrealism, Jackson Pollock is synonymous with the abstract expressionist .movement, and Georges-Pierre Seurat estab­lished the labor-intensive technique of Pointillism. All artists possess unique creativity and, more impor­tantly, vision (both in the literal and figurative sense). Esref Armagan, however, would appear to be at a slight disadvantage: he is an artist born with no eyes. "No one can call me blind," Armagan declares from his home in Ankara, Turkey. "I can see more with my fingers than sighted a IO-minute video entitled, "Extraordi­ nary people, The artist with no eyes, Esref Armagan," taken from a Discovery Channel documentary. The audience first meets Arma­gan while he is working on his latest masterpiece.He explains that he must plan a painting in his mind before putting anything on his imprint-sensitive canvas. Arma­gan uses a Braille stylus to trace simple lines and shapes, and then paints with his fingers rather than brushes. Working mostly in oils, he is able to use color, shadow, and composition even though he has never before experienced light. Of all of Armagan's astonishing abili­ties, his most intriguing skill is that he is able to use perspective and scale in his paintings. Dr. John Kennedy, Perception and Cognition Psychologist at the University of Toronto, conducts a series of experiments with Arma­gan to gain more knowledge on how exactly this artist is able to reproduce images more accu­rately than some sighted people can. Harvard Neurologists come to find that while Armagan pro­cesses information dealing with perspective, parts of his brain that should show no activity due to his blindness are in fact as active as they would be if he were actually looking at the object he is draw­ing. The excerpt culminates in to be remembered as a person Italy at the place where Renais­who was able to see the world sance artist Filippo Brunelleschi with their fingertips. I want to be discovered artistic perspective remembered for my art." in 1413. Ultimately, Armagan Link to video: http://youtube. secures his place in scientific com/watch?v=L3AgO6H0H98 history. This unassuming, extremely gifted Turkish man changes every­thing the scien­tific community accepted as fact­about sight. Poi­ , gnantly, Arma­gan dismisses the science in favor of preserving his integrity as the artist he truly is, saying, "I want THE PRIDE Tuesday, April 22, 2008 11 A&E 2008 Summer Movie Preview BY ELBERT ESGUERRA Pride Staff Writer Summer movie season has crept up on us. Each year, Hollywood fills us with the promise it can deliver something bigger and bader for our viewing pleasure. Let's be honest, however -2007 was filled with niore of the latter. Endless • sequels bombarded us last summer: Spider-man 3, Shrek the 3rd, Harry Potter, and The Bourne Ultimatum to name a few (and they were the good ones). While sequels have become a mainstay for summer blockbust­ers, 2008 is looking to comic book heroes, robots, and one familiar, whip-cracking archeologist to provide the bulk of the this year's anticipated filmS". It's likely at least one original title will make its way to Sequelville from this year's summer offerings. Compared to last year, 2008 looks to be bigger, better, and more exciting, which Hollywood hopes translates to green pastures and millions of dollars. Rather than generating a biased "top ten" or a month-to-month release, the fol­lowing lists hope to satisfy kids, geeks, and other avid movie watch­ers. Grand triumvirate Iron Man (May 2): Okay, how can anyone not get excited over Robert Downey Jr. playing an alcoholic, charming, multi-billion­aire arms dealer? Comic fans will eat up Downey as he dons the red and gold suit. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom tbhe Crystal Skull (May 22): This ii-\irguably the most anticipated movie this summer. Do yourself a favor -rewatch the first three films and fall in love with Harrison Ford as the original, fedora-capped, globe-trotting adventurer. Shia La.Beouf of last year's Transform­e~s plays his sidekick. • TheDarkKnight(July 17): Direc­tor Christopher Nolan brought us the best Batman in a pensive per­formance by Christian Bale. Can he surpass Jack Nicholson's Joker in Heath Ledger's ultra-creepy ren­dition ofthe clown prince? We will anticipate that with great interesr. • Kids stuff The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (May 16): In the second film of the C.S. Lewis saga, one year has passed since the Pevensie children last stepped foot in Narnia This time, the mys­terious Prince Caspian meets their .reception as they make up for lost time. King Fu Panda (June 6): The DreamWorks animated feature stars Jack Black as Po, a panda who is probably a bigger Kung Fu fan than actual sJ;udent-. -Dustin Hoffman, Jackie Gfian~ and Ange­lina Jolie also star. • Wall-E (June 2?h): Earth's last, loneiy robot is about to get some visitors. Only Disney and Pixar can come up with something this stunning and adorable. If it's any­thing like Finding Nemo, multiple viewings may be required. Comedic rule of three Get Smart (June 20): In this movie-made TV adaption, Steve Carrell plays Maxwell Smart, the lucky and dimwitted secret agent made famous by--the late Don Adams. Sharing the duties with Smart is the competent and lethal ·Agent 99, played by Arine Hatha­way. The Love Guru (June 20): Mike Myers wrote and stars as an odd, motivational mentor charged with helping a pro hockey player. Guys will love it because ofJessica Alba. Girls will love it because of Justin Timberlake. Tropic Thunder (August 15): and destruction in this version A group of actors filming a war ' instead of the psychological com­movie realize it's no war movie • plexity from Ang Lee's 2003 film. -it's war. With Ben Stiller, Jack Hellboy 2: The Golden Army Black, Robert Downey Jr., and a (July 11): As the imaginative ton ofcameos, this may be the per-genius behind Pan's Labyrinth, feet way to end summer. director Guillermo del Toro returns and a lot offans cannot wait to see Tickets for two what he has _in store for the snide, Baby Mama (Aprtl 25): Tina often misunderstood demon hero Fey plays a middle-aged woman from Hell. • who desperately wants a child and The X-Files: I Want to Believe finds out the only one who can help (July 25): Agents Mulder (David her (Amy Poehler) unexpectedly Duchovny) and Scully (Gillian shows up at her door, fertile and Anderson) return in the second homeless. film investigating the supernatural. Sex and the City (May 30): The The plot here is as secretive as the ladies of HBO's hit show makes agency they work for. their silver screen debut. Can Sarah Jessica Parker and company bring All in good fun their glam and glitz with them? Hancock (July 2): It feels iike it has been forever since we last saw The geek quad Will Smith in a comedy. What Speed Racer (May 9): Based on better way to comeback than play­ the previews, it will be interesting ing an alcoholic superhero (that to see how audiences receive this sounds familiar)? For Smith, what latest film from the Wachowski better time than Independence Day Br9thers. Emile Hirsch plays the weekend? title character. Cross your fingers Pineapple Express (August 8): that it's nothing like the last two Freaks and Geeks alumni Judd Matrix movies. Apatow, Seth Rogen, and James The Incredible Hulk (June 13): Franco come together in this Seeing Edward Norton play the comedy about stoners on the run. green goliath here is a good sign. Fun premise, fun cast -enough We hope that he brings intensity said. Movie previews and the ruination of the Movie-going experience: A Treatise BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer I don't know about you, but one of my favorite parts of going to the movies is watching the previews. The lights dim, a hush comes over the crowd -they begin. "The follow­ing preview has been approved for all audiences by the Motion Picture Association of America" displays in white lettering over a cartoonishly green background. 'From a black screen comes the incredible preview. One after the other, and each one is better than the first. Then after seeing that preview so many times and expecting so much -you see the movie, and what hap­pens? You get let down. Half the scenes_ in the preview, well, aren't even in the movie at all! Then the other half, the ones that seem like the funniest -they are the only actual funny parts of the whole movie! There is nothing more annoying than seeing a film and realizing the pre­view was the only good part. I remember a few years back with ''Down Periscope" there was a scene in the previews of a woman water skiing behind a submarine -but that wasn't even in the movie. I thought it was going to be funny to see sorrie chick skiing behind a submarine, but when I saw it, I was utterly dis­appointed. Same goes for a more recent film, "Stop Loss". There was a scene in the preview of the main female character laying on the beach, and to be a dude for a minute, I was looking forward to seeing her on the beach-but once again, it wasn't even in the movie! But then there are those times when you see a comedy, and the pre­view makes it look so damn hilarious that you just have to see it, but when you see it. . . That is one of my big­gest peeves -going to see a comedy and realizing that it could have been better just watching the preview -it's the most disappointing thing. When I saw the Will Farrell movie "Tal­ladega Nights ..." I felt so let down when I found that the only funny parts were all bunched together in the preview. I think it is about time someone writes a letter to the Motion Pic­ture Association of America. They need to know they are letting down so many viewers by the way they set up their previews. I mean, how upset are we going to be if Indiana Jones doesn't actually swing on his whip only to miss his landing and fall packwards through the windshield of a van? Come May, if that scene is not in the new Indiana Jones flick -I may just be the person to write that letter to the MPAA. I know that I've got some words for them -you should too. The warring vocals of "Cougar Idol" BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer CSUSM hosted its own American Idol spin off, "Cougar Idol," which was held Wednesday, April 16, at the Clark Field House. The competition gave brave contestants .a chance to sing a song oftheir choice in front of a large crowd and then be reviewed by the three judges on stage. The contestants were Christopher Kinley, Michelle Vogel, Jazmine Brown, Maya Meal ins, Jess Judson, Shaun Lalime, Christina Wright, Katie Dremin, Alexander Hoang, and Erika Ervin. Songs were sung from some ofthe contestant's favor­ite artists. A wide variety of songs were covered from famous artists such as Shania Twain, Incubus, and Rhianna. Even our own "Britney Spears" was nice enough to show up for her comical performance, which was very entertaining to the crowd. Songs were either sung with a back­track of the original version, aca­pella, or with the contestant playing his or her own instrument. The three judges gave their own feedback to every contestant after their performance, but our judges were a lot nicer than the ones on the actual American Idol. At the end of the event, everyone in the crowd was asked to circle the name of the contestant that they thought had given the best perfor­mance. Michelle Vogel won with her great performance of Carrie Under­wood's "Before · He Cheats," and Erika Ervin came in a close second with her excellent performance of a song by the Dreamgirls. First place prize was a $250 gift cer­tificate to Ticketmaster. The second place prize was two tickets to Disney­land, and third place got a gift certifi­cate for dinner and a movie. Overall, the event gave students a chance to really show off their musical talent and it is hoped that the same competi­tion will be put on next year and will be bigger and better than ever. THE PRIDE 12 Tuesday, April 22, 2008 SPORTS CSUSM Softball splits -with #1 CBU BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Softball ran into a few roadblocks last week, dropping five of six games against some tough competition. The highlight of the week however, occurred on Satur­day as the Cougars knocked off the NAIA #1 ranked Cal Baptist Lanc­ers in an extra-innings thriller. The Cougars started the week off with a pair oflosses against #2 Point Loma on Tuesday. In game one, the Cougars lost by a score of 8-0. IQ game two, the Cougars buckled down on defense, but couldn't manage to produce any runs-losing, 2-0. The Cougars came into Sat­urday looking to upset the 46-4 CBU Lancers, and did just that. Game one was a stalemate through the bottom of the ninth inning, where Karen Morizi scored the winning, and only run on a Shanti Poston walk-off RBI single. The win was a product of stellar Cougar defense anchored by pticher, Melissa Lerno's com­plete game two-hitter. Cal Baptist sought revenge in game two of the doubleheader, defeating the Cougars by a score of 10-0. The Cougars attempted to carry the momentum from the upset into Sunday's contest at UCSD, but were unsuccessful. Another defensive battle came forth in game.one, as the Cougars' defense held the game scoreless until the bottom of the sixth. The Cougars were unable to produce a run in the top of the seventh, losing the game 1-0. The Cougars were could not convert game two, losing 8-5. Despite the tough week, the Cougars remain in #4 spot region­ally according to the 4/21 NAIA Regional Top-10. The Cougars have four games remaining in the regular season, today at Hope International, and Friday at La Sierra. Photo by Tim Moore I The Pride Karen Morzi scores the winning run to defeat CBU in extra innings Diploma Dash Cancelled BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer The first annual Sk Diploma Dash organized by the Cal State San Marcos Athletics has been cancelled due to low registration numbers. The race was set to wrap around the campus in a five-kilo­meter course on Saturday, May 3 at5:00p.m. "We were very disappointed we had to cancel the event, how­ever, due to very low registration numbers leading into the last few weeks before the event date, and due to a very difficult budget time, we had to cancel the event," said Associate Director of Athletics Jennifer Milo. "Our department could not afford to lose money on this event, and because of the very low registration numbers we were headed down that road." Proceeds from the race would have gone towards scholarships for CSUSM athletes. "We are looking to try and launch this event again next Spring with a different date and a different starting time. The event will be held in typical Sk ''fash­ion" in the morning. We were going to try to hold this year's event in the late afternoon. This may be part of the reason for the low registration numbers, so we will go with the morning run for next year," added Milo. 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BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer Currently having ten thriving ath­letic programs, CSUSM's athletics department is looking to expand facili­ties and programs sometime in the near future. The recent release of the CSUSM Fields of Vision video is the first step in bringing new athletic facilities and pro­grams to the university. The video can be acce&sed at http://www.csusm.edu/ athletics/, and gives an overview of the plans for construction on the 25 acres of undeveloped land near the main entrance of campus. Although the university does eventu­ally plan on adding new athletic facilities that would bring on new programs such as men's and women's basketball and women's volleyball, the first priority is to cater to the current programs that are in need of a facility on campus. Associ­ate Director of Athletics for Develop­ment, Jennifer Milo stated that, "Base­ball and softball fields are top prio"rity, that's what we are hitting real hard on right now." Both the baseball and soft­ball teams are currently forced to play home games off campus at local high schools due to the lack of the facilities on campus. As previously mentioned, the video does highlight plans of adding new ath­letic facilities such as an arena and an aquatic center; which would provide two much needed facilities for the campus and. community. A new arena would make room for men's and women's bas­ketball as well as women's volleyball. The addition of these programs would allow for expansion well beyond the uni­versity. "Our main ultimate goal is to get into the NCAA as a division II member" says Jennifer Milo. By adding these two teams, the CSUSM athletic dept. would be able to make the move into the NCAA. There is currently no projected time­line for the project since the construc­tion of tbe facilities depends on fund­ing. Since no state funds can be used for athletic facilities, funding is primarily based on donations made by businesses and individuals in the community. On a positive note, the progress of the project will not be affected by the recent CSU budget cuts since state funding will not be used whatsoever. For a small campus like CSUSM, any­thing that adds to student life is benefi­cial for the campus. When asked what new facilities and new sports programs would do for the CSUSM community, Milo responded, "building up that front yard is huge for student life, students would be able to utilize the fields for rec. reality. The video· will ser.ve as a mar­sports as well." She went on to say that, keting package to show potential donors "This would add a huge element to our what is planned for the university. For school pride, and we would have people naming opportunities and donations actually bleeding our school colors." please contact Jennifer Milo, the Asso­ So with the video finished, the CSUSM ciate Director of Athletics for Devel­Athletic Dept. now has the first piece of opment at 760-750-7108 or at jmilo@ what they need to make their dream a csusm.edu. The Fields of Vision video released by the Athletics Department displays what could be the future of CSUSM's unused land. THE PRIDE A&E 14 Tuesday, April 22, 2008 : Tuesday, Apr 22 CD RELEASES' By Tim Moore I PrideStaffWriter POP Bittersweet World ASHLEE SIMPSON Ashlee Simpson is at it again, Uiis time with the release of "BittersweetWorld." Simpson is making the most of her publicity stops! fueling the rumor that her and fiancee, Pete Wentz from Fall Out Boy are expecting achild by "dodging the question." Gotta love the drama. "BittersweetWorldfl will reportedly have amor~"'mature" sound, containing ''fun, <lat1ce songs, as well as break*up songs." •• HIPHOP When Life Gi\Jes You Lemons, You Paint That S....t Gold ATMOSPHERE Underground hip hoP duo, Atmosphere hoo been atitsince 1993. Their ratest release ls said to be at par with previous releases Wifh amore defined sense ofstorytelling. 25,000 special edition copies feature a40-page hard-cover book featuring achffdren's story and bonus DVD. ALTERNATIVE/ROCK The Black Swan STORY OF THE YEAR Story of the Year struck it bigIn 2003 with u~e single "Until the Day IDie." They hope to buttd "on the strengtt\ of past accomplishments· with the release of The Black swan. Story of the Year continues their legacy of powerful riffs, catchy choruses, smooth vocals, and "intense screaming: CLOVERFIELD Rent It TJ)is thriUer/hQftor film boasts of originality, but has asimilar style to Jhe "Blair Witch Proiect~ Itfeatures suspense In auniquelyhandhetd way. ft fs just convenient the characters "shooting" the movie had high-definition ca,meras.~ ONR MISSED CALL "'' $!@It Even the overwhefn1Jng ad campatgn could not brirtg il'l \)'iewern to this horror film. It is<lf!otherAmerican remake ofa Ja~nese film where the original is much better. /1'UIJJe5 courtl!sy qf4mtuD11.com FOLK/POP/COMEDY Flight of the Conchords FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS Known, more broadly as alternative comedy, Flight of the Cooohords bills themselves as "Formerly New Zealand's fourth most popular guitar-based digi--bongo acapella­ rap-funk-comedy folk duo.• Most popular for their fictional depiction of themselves in their HBO sitcol')1, flight of the Conchords fs going beyond tlle YouTube videos with their fuJI-Jength release. CIASSIC ROCK/HARD ROCK Good to Be Bad . WHITESNAKE With their flfSt studio release in 11 years, Whltesnake hope's to cash in on foreign success. "Good to Be 6ad" has rnade it to t/6 on the UK charts, Known best for singles "Here I Go Again" and "Is This Love," Whltesnake is showing no signs of slowing down, even after 30 years in the books. "Good To Be Bad" featu,res 10 tracks that are sure to be enjoyed at motorcycle ralftes and stock car races for years to come. POP From Donny With Love DONNY OSMOND Donny Osmond brings you some of his finest Jove songs in this 18-track compilation that scours his resume and delivers his most heartfelt pieces. This album is "perfect for that special someone in your life." Sounds great. THE SAVAGES Rent It Tbis Independent film went unn9ticed in theaters, but laura Linney and Phi!lp Seymour Hoffman gli$nveting performances in this sibling drama filmed in Buffalo,"New York. Linney earned an Oscar norninati~ for.Best Supporting,~tress and Hoffman ls doing well with tlrs third DVO rele~'ffi. ~o$eeks, an with outstanding perfOJJnances, ~· •~.,. ~~ ,. ... .a \. ~A-~-i "r, "\ J;_~•; .. . ~·~..~~ .. ~.. t ~ ~ >;: CHARLIE WILSON'S WAR Reotl This ~le-featuressoi:ne big narndlutottlerthan that ibJid ~t rnake much noise when It came ouHn theaters. TorniHanks IS good, but Philip Seymour Hoffman 1S better in this dramatic comedy based on atrue stoty.v •:i;,* ~' -~ A&E By Amanda Andreen / Pride Staff Writer Nathan Welden 2007-released album is a heart­ "One Step Closer to You" warming ballad. Beginning with slow and melodic acoustic guitar and Tiernan's comforting voice, the song takes a twist at about three minutes in when the rest of the band chimes in, only to close the last few seconds again with the final whispers of the guitar. • An old soul with the likening of James Taylor and Willie Nelson, local singer-songwriter Nathan Welden inspires with his original Veronica May "Sandpaper Song" track "One Step Closer to You." Full-bodied with acoustic guitar, layered vocals, and crisp cajon playing, this tune has been featured on 102.1 KPRI and is a • local listen favorite. BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Import Brands Alliance in St. Louis, Missouri, imports Hoegaarden, pro­nounced, "Who gar den," from Bel­gium. The multi award-winning beer's name origi­ nates from the vil­ lage of Hoegaarden, in Belgium's Brabant Province, where the brewing of white beer traces back to 1445, according to the label. The cardboard carrier secures six 12-fluid ounce dark brown glass bottles. The six pack retails for $8.99 at BevMo. Cream, silver, Off her new album "Remnants of Marley," "Sandpaper Song" is earthy, folky, and full of slap­tapping drums and bluesy guitar. With pristine plucking and building vocals, this track embodies May's playful style and stoic lyrics. blue, and white hues dominated the coloring of the packaging. The name ofthe beer takes center stage. The bottles contain the same imaging. The brewery u t i ­lizes a purposefully designed bottle that releases certain flavors when poured into a glass. A silver cap with the brewery's logo in blue and gold stencil seals a pres­surized bottle with an alcohol by volume of4.9%. The beer pours chunky forming an almost inch thick head. The head grad­ually dissipates and leaves a more than average lancet thus trapping the rising carbonated bubbles. Most light colored beers are see-through. However, the light colored Hoegaardeh embodies a murky pond hindering vision through one side of the glass to the other. The beer emits a hybrid aroma simi­lar to a Heineken and alocal micro brew. Surprisingly, the beer enters the mouth calm and leaves calm. Again, most beers have a onetime powerful surge of flavor where as Hoegaarden releases a continual small tingling wave that gently washes over all corners of the mouth. The ale leaves a pleasant coating of flavoring encouraging the mouth to consume more. Hoegaarden offers a thrill­ing adventure. The beer defies almost every stereotype asso­ciated with a white styled beer. As intelligent Cougars, please Thieves and Liars "What Dreams Become" With guitar lines that just beg to be riffed on Guitar Hero 3, "What Dreams Become" is edgy, high-energy, and antsy classic rock. Radio Racer "It's Her'' Over the past few years, Radio Racer has grown and evolved as a popular North County band. They had the chops back when I saw them in 2005, and now out of high school and into the real world, the guys still have it going on. "It's Her" is a fun, .. upbeat, pop ballad that could very easily be heard on the next episode of "The Hills" or "Gossip Girl." One Hot Minute "My Kinda Town" Pete Wentz would be proud. One Hot Minute is one hot band and their music is catchy to say the least. "My Kinda Town" is probably more for the emo­loving 14 year olds who idolized Plain White T's, Fall Out Boy and Panic at the Disco, yet even a college girl can't resist the bubble ... - Leave the Sprinting to us. North County's new SPRINTER hsht r1il tr1in Ills 1rriwd. With service every half hour on weelcd4YS and rmy hour on the weekends, it's easy to hop aboa,d the SPRINTER. Catch the train at any OM of the new 15 stations. BREEZE buses are conveniffl1tly cooo:linated to conn«t you to major destinations along the Highway 78 corridor. Your ticket to North County's new slio,t cut begins at only $2 per trip. enjoy responsibly. .. ~ ~ .... f ~ = E--o ~ ~ < oO c:::, c:::, l"'I gf ':;::: :... ~ s ~ ~ ~ \.0 ~ An aural adventure in fine dining {lf/;alJrf,em Mb tr~ 10 c/ •<OlleuJtr±J Jack Johnson -$7 Something for those with a slightly sweeter tooth, but the dish has been done time and time again. Can it be made fresh and fierce in the Coachella kitchen? Goldfrapp -$8 A savory morsel that brought us lyrics like, "Fascist'baby, utopia," in her lighter than air electro-pop hits. A few Goldfrapps on the half shell might be exactly what you need·to get started. Aesop Rock -$6 Harder and faster. Independent rap made on a small scale for the discerning listener. Served in a light goat cheese and dub bass demi-glaze. ~ Aphex Twin -$1 O lit's almost foolish to expect to enjoy your Coachella meal this year without with first starting off with a crisp, refreshing plate of Aphex Twin. No overbearing flavors, making it an excellent introduction to prepare for the weekend's dining. SebastiAn -$11 Another dish from the Ed Banger lineup, SebastiAn is well suited to get things started with an Emerilesque "BAM!", complete with riffs and candied pecans. With SebastiAn, you don't have to choose between awesome remixes and great originals because you'll be getting a whole mouthful of both. Vampire Weekend -$18 A little bit of substance and a whole lot of hype, which is perhaps exactly what some of our more health conscious listeners have room for. Served on a mushroom risotto, it can be a little heavy on attempted hipster cred. c;f;~o,n{lf~ '{17,, T!)(J({/RJ&j Kavinsky -$27 If any food belonged to the 80s, Kavinsky would be the first thing to toss into the Coachella fondue. pot. For a French Ferrari-driving zombie from 1986, Kavinsky still knows how to prepare a mean dinner dish, although his ingredients remain a mystery. Eve(l with his electro-horror shtick, Kavinsky knows how to get a crowd-undead or By Toria Savey and Ben Roffee / Pride Staff Writers not-moving. Dish comes with fruit and bread for dipping. Prince -$29 The coup d'etat in this year's savory fare, Prince has the potential to be perfect if cooked right, transporting you back to a different era, filled with spandex and fake cheese. However, if not prepared carefully, the dish can tend towards the oily side. • !i?/},n/,t,e,Jt, <Ojxi(J/Jl,() ~~~ and John Digweed -$13 Stewed in its own juices since the mid-90s, this dish has all of the flavor skimmed of fat and calories, living you free to be transported to the European club scene during your listening experience. From releasing their first triple album of remixes in 1994, these two DJs have been perfected for your pleasure. Flogging Molly -$14 Heavy on flavor, a little bit of these punk princes with Irish flair can go a long way towards filling your stomach. w~Mb (1/wndo;; Justice -$9 The pinnacle of French electro house cuisine, Justice is a heaping pile of righteously epic and sinfully divine treats. With the popularity of last year's Daft Punk performance, dance-seeking Coachella diners have high expectations, and are certain to gobble up everything these electronic gods concoct. Roger Waters -$8 Served in a sauce of aged brandy, this sweet finish to your meal has been carefully hulled from a stock of Pink Floyd and left to ferment until it reaches it's pinnacle of taste. Chromeo -$5 A playful, cocky, and downright awesome way to top off the dining experience, Chromeo won't slow you down when your appetite and metabolism starts tq hate you. The tender electrofunk jams of this unlikely Arabic/Jewish fusion dish makes for a perfect after dinner pick-me-up. Spiritualized -$8 The original dish that took its listeners out "floating in space", ..Spiritualized is served with a side of fresh berries and the taste of electronica baked with a fine crust of melted sugar. 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/. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 11 x 17 International Fair spring 2008 yearbook https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/bbbd806a72c658418e500cfd5050f539.pdf 2ba1bafbd186ebbf95d34741d280892b PDF Text Text CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2008 www.thecsusmpride.com um INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER VOL. X I X NO. 14 Tukwut Leadership Awards Night BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Thursday, April 24—CSUSM held its annual Tukwut Leadership Awards Night at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido from 6:00-9:30 p.m. The event, emceed by Gary Olsberg, featured speeches by current ASI President and CEO, Caitlyn Gelrud and incoming ASI President, Alexander Hoang. Hoang addressed those students in attendance, honoring them for their accomplishments and active role in drawing in students to campus involvement. "For the students that chose San Marcos and aren't sure if they made the right decision, you are the ones that assure them that not See Awards, Page 4 University Budget Forum & Day of Action Alliance against budget cuts update BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer Last Monday, the college community allied together for a common cause protesting against Governor Schwarzenegger's proposed cuts to California's higher education system. Protests occurred in various circuits throughout the state. In Sacramento, more than 2,000 students participated in the march. Protesters in Los Angeles marched to the governor's office at the Reagan State Building. Students in San Diego, Riverside and Santa Barbara held similar protests. Lieutenant Governor and advocate of freezing tuition hikes, John Garamendi, joined protesters in Sacramento. "There is no more important investment than the investment in students," said Garamendi in an immediate press release from the California State Student Association. "We must stop taxing our young people, and we must once again invest in the intellectual infrastructure of our state." Also in attendance at the Sacramento protest were Senate President Pro Tem Don Perata, Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez, Senate President Pro Tem elect Darrell Steinberg, " Assembly members Julia Brownley and Anthoiiy Portantino—all of whom expressed opposition to the proposed cuts as National Day of Silence: Remembering Lawrence King BY ALEXANDER HAND Pride Staff Writer Friday, April 25, 2008 - Hundreds of thousands of students across the nation observed the National Day of Silence. This year's event was held in remembrance of Lawrence King, an 8th" grade student who was shot and killed at a California school on Feb. 12, 2008 because of his sexual orientation and gender expression. According to the event's sponsored website, www.dayofsilence.org, "The Day of Silence is about safer schools, tolerance and positive change." The purpose of holding the event is to bring attenSee Silence, Page 4 All People's Recongnition Ceremony BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Today, April 29, the All People's Recognition, Ceremony will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Clarke Field House. The event recognizes students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members who have made a difference in the community and promoted multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusiveness. Sponsored by the Student Life & Leadership & Multicultural Programs office, this event is in its third year and with the number of nominations growing greater each successive year. well. "Students across the state are already facing an affordability crisis," stated Dina Cervantes, Board Chair for the California State Student Association. "These fee hikes force students to drop out of school or take on a 20 hour plus work week in addition to their classes," she stated. "Even if we work and go to school, many of us still end up thousands of dollars in debt after we graduate." These efforts aim to convince the governor to revise the budget proposal he is to submit in May. Photos courtesy ofStudents for California See Budgets, Page 4 Thousands march on state capítol on April 21 See Ceremony, Page 4 CSUSM takes Grand Champion in Partial Campus Division in RecycleMania 2 008 BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON brought home first place Grand Pride Staff Writer Champion in the Partial Campus Division. CSUSM also took first CSUSM won several awards place in Per Capita Classic, Targeted in RecycleMania 2008. CSUSM Material - Paper, Targeted Material - Corrugated C ardboard, and placed second in • Gorilla Prize. Granted CSUSM's current and past dominance in the contest, "This year, we thought Photo courtesy of Carl Hanson that we had CSUSM's Blue Crew collect recyclables during finally met RecycleMania 2008 (Carl Hanson not pictured) . o utmatch, in. Naropa Universty, a small private, eco-centered institution in Boulder, Colorado. Naropa was putting up tremendous numbers and we had to really chip away at their lead," said Carl Hanson with Faculty Services. "It took an incredible 75.69% to achieve victory this year. Next year, we'll probably have to go even higher," said Hanson. "It makes mefeelreally proud to be a part of CSUSM and to know that we are number one in recycling," said Junior Business Major BeccaChaney. The annual contest consists of a ten-week long competition. During the competition, college campuses compete nationwide in various categories involving the reduction of waste. With more colleges entering each year, the contest adds categories accordingly. The contest began in 2001 with two competing colleges. The contest seems to double each year. In 2007, more than 200 colleges entered. In 2008, the competition doubled yet again to more than 400 including nearby colleges San Diego State University and University of California San Diego, This year the contest split the event into Whole Campus Division and Partial Campus Division. CSUSM won Grand Champion and others awards in 2007 and 2006. In 2005, the contest contained only two categories. CSUSM almost won Per Capita in 2005 but placed first in Recycling Rate. "We would like to thank everyone who contributed to CSUSM's victory by participating in RecycleMania 2008. We believe that our strength is consistency. We have created an environment at this institution where recycling is just part of our campus climate. It is in our collective culture. We simply need to maintain our habits today and pass on the legacy of environmental awareness to each new generation of students tomorrow," said Hanson. The contest also relies on the efforts of the Green Team and the Blue Crew. The two groups are major components in the competition. The Green Team conSee Recycle, Page 4 �Blood, Sweat, Tears, Memoirs T H E (PARIDE Fill in the blank movie they have little to o ffer in t erms of art or entertainment. The modern trend is to parody a genre or type of movie and title it as such, but the humor is not clever, thus making the f ilm unwatchable. The producers of these movies are more concerned with profits than making a decent film. Such is the case with "The Simpsons Movie." By slapping "The Simpsons" title on this flick, they conned countless people into seeing this awful film. If one were a true fan of "The Simpsons," they would not like this movie because it is so far of the elements that make the show great. Though there are many ways to determine the quality of a f ilm before seeing it, having the word "movie" in the title is a red f lag for a bad one. This technique is o ften associated with comedies, and the movies this distinction belongs to are crude and tasteless. The only way it can stop is if moviegoers say 'no,' and r efuse to see these f ilms, which insult the entertainment industry. BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer Motion picture studios pack cinemas with new and old releases, leaving the movAMÂMDAÀNDRÊEN ^ iegoer perplexed about what to see. Despite the fact, there are many ways to determine what to see, I offer on a tip on what not to see. If the flick has the TIM MOORE ; word "movie" in the title, avoid ' t/* GOWSDITOR^ . > * / * ; v5^Tiffanïb Momà * , : v it at all costs. 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Don't fret if fame isn't in your forecast, just about any tragedy, struggle, or success imaginIn the early days of man, able is prime material for pubback when humans hunted lishing. In the mad dash to share mastodons and listened to their stories, people have forgotvinyl, there existed the primi- ten the meaning of the memoir. The memoir should be about tive practice of writing in a diary/journal. This ancient something bigger than ourselves, and peculiar ritual called on its told through a personal account practitioners to keep detailed but placed in a broader context. A accounts of their lives for per- good memoir captures an era or a sonal reasons. generation through an individuals Somewhere near the turn perspective. Nobody cares about of the millennium when the the time got drunk and yelled at world was supposed to end, your chinchilla because it means everything became much nothing in the scope of all that is more interesting. The Inter- important in the world. net happened, among other Sure you can disagree. Perhaps minor things, and suddenly your story is worth telling, just the world got a lot smaller. By don't expect the 53% of Amerisome miraculous coincidence, cans that didn't even read a book everybody's lives became ten last year to give a damn. That is times more captivating all at assuming you even make it out of the same time. While less the infinite pit of one-time celeband less people are actually rities, athletes, reformed crimireading books, the amount nals, and televangelists chomping of books published last year at the bit for a book deal. Heaven increased by 100,000. If you forbid somebody writes some ficare, have been, will be, or plan tion... Editors Note: Toria Savey, to whom this column belongs, was unable to write her weekly column Blood, Sweat, Tears this week. Due to the popularity of the column, some of the Pride editors have decided to contribute to BST for this issue. 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"Wemture Smm mâWim$ * �NEWS Tuesday, April 29, 2008 J North County: 66-year-old man killed by shark attack BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer L ast F riday, A pril 25, w as t he f irst ever s hark a ttack in S olana B each, C alif. In t he w aters of F letcher Cove, t he r egular m eeting p lace of a t riathlon-training g roup w as i nterrupted w hen n ature and m an c ollided. R etired v eterinarian and t ri-athlete D avid M artin was a ttacked f rom below by what o fficials have concluded was a g reat w hite s hark. A ttacked on b oth legs, the bite of the shark t urned out to be f atal for the 66 y ear old. The a ttack h appened at 7:00 a.m. and l ifeguards p ronounced M artin dead at 7:49 a.m. a fter w orking on h im f or 20 m inutes, r eported lONews. M artin's a ttack is t he f irst f atal shark a ttack in San Diego C ounty since 1994. A uthorities closed 8 m iles of f requently v isited b eaches, s tretching f rom South C arlsbad t o Torrey P ines, a dvising all to stay out of t he water f or 72 h ours. A ll b eaches r eopened on Monday, A pril 28. The shark f rom the a ttack is believed t o be b etween 12 and 17 f eet long, and R ichard R osenbladt, f rom the S cripps I nstitution of O ceanography in San Diego, said in several r eports t hat t his k ind of a ttack is extremely r are f or t he behavior of a g reat w hite s hark. Usually g reat w hite s harks a ttack in r ocky b ottom a reas, yet t his a ttack o ccurred in a sandy b ottom a rea. R osenbladt a lso c ommented t hat s harks come t o t he w aters of S outhern California to pup. Seals and sea lions are t he g eneral m akeup of a s hark's d iet, so it is not u nusual f or s harks to b e more p revalent in a reas w here seal and sea lion p opulations are h igher, like t hey a re in San Diego C ounty b each a reas. The p revalence of G reat w hite shark a ttacks is v ery low t hough, as the U niversity of F lorida r eports t hat t here were only 71 f atal a ttacks r eported last year worldwide. Impact of War Guerrero Azteca Peace Project BY LEVI MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer A pril 24, 2 008 - Cal State San M arcos held g uest s peaker F ernando Suarez del Solar w ho was i nvited by the N ational L atino R esearch Center, M EChA, and t he Women's S tudies Club. T he issue w as the local i mpact of w ar on L atino y outh. Various s tudents crowded A cademic H all to l isten to F ernando s peak about h is e xperiences w ith the a rmed f orces, how r ecruitment a ffects L atino's t hroughout the San Diego a rea and t he t ragic loss of h is son as a M arine. T he movement t hat F ernando s tarted is k nown as t he G uerrero A zteca Peace P roject ( Aztec W arrior), it is c omprised of t en m embers and F ernando d oes not look t o r ecruit m embers but r ather d istribute t he m essage t hat b rings a wareness t o how t he A rmy and o ther b ranches r ecruit t he H ispanic and A frican A merican c ommunities in a s ubstantial a mount as o pposed t o s chools w hich a re p rimarily w hite. F ernando h as b een t raveling f or t he p ast f ive y ears, p reaching p eace and s preading t he m essage to y oung s tudents who belong t o m inority g roups. H is m essage is simple: r ecruiters a re d eliberately g oing to low i ncome h igh schools t rying t o r ecruit k ids which may not be t hinking of a ttending college w hile m aking f alse p romises. D uring one i nterview w ith a r ecruiter, F ernando asked w hether t he r ecruiter would r ecommend t he a rmed f orces to h is or her c hildren, the r ecruiter r esponded saying " no, my child d oesn't n eed to, they have o ther o pportunities". F ernando's son, J esus S uarez, w as a pproached by a M arine r ecruiter at t he age of 15. F ernando w as c onvinced t hat the b est r oute in j oining the Police f orce ( Narcotics D epartment) would be t hrough e nlisting in t he M arines and doing h is civic duty, and at t he end of h is f our y ears, he would have a s trong enough r esume to apply to the academy. T he r ecruiter p ainted a n ice p icture, s aying t hat h is son would only s erve one y ear on tour. Jesus spent two y ears r equesting h is f ather's p ermission. F ernando f inally gave in, and in h is own words said "a f ather m ust s upport h is sons d ecisions" when i nterviewed a fter h is p resentation. J esus was told t o t ransfer to a c hartered h igh school in order t o go d irectly to book c amp a fter g raduation. A lthough he was 17 and a h alf y ears old, he was still able to sign a f our year c ommitment. F ernando said t hat he f ound it i ronic how much t his n ation is a gainst illegal i mmigration, t hough when it comes to the a rmed f orces, t here is no need to be an A merican C itizen to e nroll — t his w as the case w ith his son. A fter boot camp, t he f amily drove down to Mexico to c elebrate t heir s on's accomplishment b ecause J esus was of illegal age t o d rink a ccording t o C alifornia Law. On t he day of h is d eparture to I raq, J esus r equested that the f amily stay home and t hat he and h is f ather be the only ones who go the a irport. F ernando cried as h is son d eparted, and J esus told h is f ather " I'm going to help the c hildren out t here." To F ernando, h is son J esus was t he world, he was not an a mazing child at school but at the same t ime he was no t rouble maker. He w as, as F ernando put it, "average to the eyes of everyone else." On March 27, 2 003 - F ernando r eceived the call t hat e very p arent d reads — h is son died in I raq. The M arines told h im t hat he died in combat and w as shot in t he h ead. Fernando w as h eart b roken. A ccording to F ernando's w ebsite, a f ew days a fter h is s on's d eath, he received a call f rom Bob W oodruff, an a nchorman f or A BC, t elling h im t hat t here was a nother s tory of how h is son d ied. F ernando w as told h is son died " by f riendly f ire, s tepping a ccidentally on a p iece of e xplosive a rtillery, a p iece of a rtillery t hat is illegal in any war, a c luster b omb t hat is illegal a ccording t o t he Geneva Convention and the U nited N ations." Fernando h as not yet r eceived a r esponse f rom t he M arines. 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Here is a list of the winners of each category: Outstanding Freshman: Shekinah Scannell Outstanding Sophomore: Brooke Villalpando Outstanding Junior: Ivan Garcia Cougar Wall of Fame: Zaphir Narvaez From CEREMONY, page 1 Jay Franklin, Coordinator of Multicultural Programs, will be hosting as well as coordinating this event. "It [Ceremony] is the opportunity for the campus community to recognize those who've championed diversity and promoted inclusiveness as core values at Cal State San Marcos," said Franklin. For weeks prior to this ceremony, Franklin and others promoted and encouraged many to nominate their fellow students, faculty, or any other person whom they believe contributed in promoting the core values that make CSUSM an inclusive and diverse environment "Progressively through the years the and Lindsay Riedel Advisor of the Year: Darel Engen-Phi Alpha Theta Best New or Revived Org: Zeta Beta Tau Outstanding Collaborative Event: MEChA 10th Annual High School Conference (MEChA, OSO, Espiritu) Most Outstanding Program: 3rd Annual Faculty Fall Feast—Priority Christian Challenge Campus Org Member of the Year: John Hall-O-Team Campus Organization of the Year: Orientation Team Student Org Member of the Year: Melissa Marquez—Phi Alpha Theta Student Organization of the Year: WSSA From BUDGETS, page 1 Thursday, April 24—CSUSM President Karen Haynes held a University Budget forum to report back on information she obtained during a system wide presidents' meeting with CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed. Haynes has worked closely with her Executive Council and University Budget committee in recent weeks in preparation of addressing the cuts to the campus community. "Nobody's really saying that there's going to be much of a positive solution for '08-09 and therefore, it's going to take post the national election for some bipartisan movement in this state for revenue enhancement solutions for '09-10," said Haynes, when asked how long it would take before colleges could see progress. "How fast that's going to happen, post the election? People are not quite as confident, so we are very informally saying that it could well be two years before we can right this California state economy." In addition to the budget update, the University Budget committee distributed petitions to each person in attendance and collected them, promising to fax each one to the governor later that day. Concurrently, CSUSM set up outdoor phones and fax banks in Kellogg Plaza for students, s taff, and faculty to tell the governor not to cut the CSU. A .pdf version of the budget update is available in Budget Central at www. csusm.edu/plan/budgetcentral numbers have doubled, so we're pretty happy with the numbers of nominations that we got," said Franklin. Anybody can attend this event, although an RSVP was suggested. President Karen Haynes will be attending the event to deliver an opening speech, as well as guest keynote speaker, Ashley Walker, an inductee into the 2006 to the Hall of Fame for the Women's History Museum Education Center. With so many different events put on throughout campus, the All People's Recognition Ceremony, in particular, will help to recognize those that give so much to the school, and give them the recognition they deserve. middle school to college. The participants hope to promote proven solutions to address tion to anti-LGBT harassment that occurs on anti-LGBT harassment. According to dayofsilence.org, they are campuses nationwide. Students of all different beliefs, back- asking that schools, "Adopt and implement a grounds, and sexual orientations participate comprehensive anti-bullying policy that enuin the event in order to show students who merates categories such as race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and gender experience bullying that they are not alone. Keeyana Newman, a freshman student expression/identity." This would allow for at Orange Glen High School participated in safer schools for everyone involved. The national day of silence, now in its 12th the event and shared her experience. When asked why her students reacted to her vow year, originally started at the University of of silence she said, "They were beating me Virginia and has since been sponsored by an up because they wanted me to talk" Keey- organization called GLSEN. According to GLSEN's website, Founder ana went on to say that, "my teachers understood." Keeyana feels that an event such as and Executive Director Kevin Jennings this, "explains to everyone how other people states that, "Students simply want to feel feel about stuff like this ~ killing just because safe in school, and the Day of Silence brings hope to hundreds of thousands of young of how someone expresses who they are." Students from more than 8,000 schools people that their schools and their world can participated in the event; ranging from be safer." From S ILENCE, page 1 From R ECYCLE, page 1 stantly focuses on reducing, recycling, and reusing at CSUSM while the Blue Crew handles the actual collection and sorting of CSUSM's trash. Based on their combined efforts CSUSM continues to be a fierce competitor in the contest. "I didn't even know about the championship at all but I guess it is pretty great to win awards for something as important as helping the environment," said aston- ished Sophomore Literature and Writing Studies Major Jennifer Hylander. CSUSM must stay focused as Hanson predicts a tougher competition next year in ReycleMania2009. "It took an incredible 75.69% to achieve victory this year. Next year, we'll probably have to go even higher," said Hanson. For more information, please visit: http:// www.recyclemania.com/ and http://www. myspace.com/recyclemania. Photo by Ben Roffee/The Pride President Haynes adds her name among scores of signatures for ZBT's (Best new or revived organization winner) 'Get on the Bail' fundraiser at the Tukwut awards night (no wonder they're so popular) J ¡ need f w M0 It Up! S rtóófc S r i f i ^ ^ ^ ^ I f j í v e life juiced! j - ^ ¿ g r i x C t smoothie $25 Smoothie Smart Card purchase* Please redeem on or before My 2D, 2008 at my partidpatrng a Jyice I! Up! location. Offer vaMdfor alree 24 smootMfc. Not valid with any oilier coupons or offers, Umit one per customer per visit with this coupon. Coupon mi valid if reproduced or copied. N cast? value, ExeluteBraziari Blends am! Power o Shake&forfranchise information cali 1-888-70 J I E UC Photo courtesy Carl Hanson CSUSM's Green Team �T HE P RIDE FEATURES Tuesday; April 29, 2008 Summer vacation savings: W ays t o h ave f un in t he s un e ven o n a b udget BY NAME REDACTE Pride Staff Writer With summer break quickly .approaching, now is the time to plan ahead for summer vacation. College students typically have a smaller vacation budget, but thisv should not limit f un and memorable vacation options. Careful and thoughtful prioritizing can maximize à budget to make the most of summer vacation. If a vacation includes a foreign country, a passport will be required as verifiable identification, so have a valid passport available well in advance of the travel date. There are many low budget vacation activities available—with some creative thinking it is easy to make a summer trip into a memorable event. 1) Road Trip One choice is the idealistic "road trip." It may sound unoriginal—and there are certainly cons to this because of rising gas prices—but a road trip is a great way to stretch out a budget. Try offsetting the cost by gathering a group of friends to share the price of gas and alternate driving. There are many places to visit (such as national parks, theme parks, friends/ family) so plan ahead with the group and make sure to have correct directions and factor in expenses beforehand so it can be a worry-free adventure. For accommodations along the trip, be sure to research inexpensive hotels and book reservations ahead of time or have an alternative plan to stay with family or friends along the way, With enough people, splitting a hotel room cost will not end u p too expensive. To find inexpensive accommodations, Travelocity and Expédia are good sources that are easy to navigate and continually advertise special deals. On Travelocity. com there are hotel rates for as low as $32 per night in the Reno-Tahoe area. If a travel destination is too far away or would be too time consuming for a road trip, many travel packages are available that bundle hotel costs and airline, tickets. To travel to a "hot spot" such as Las Vegas, Travelocity offers a $226 hotel + flight package for each person. Travelocity and Expedia offer several other moderately priced packages to other destinations, such as Miami, Florida ($454 per person including airfare and hotel). 2) Service Projects Another option is to forgo the traditional summer vacation and partake in an alternative summer breaks—volunteering efforts to help charities and relief organizations. This is becoming more popular around college campuses and even high schools. There are many activities to choose: building houses (Habitat for Humanity), clearing debris from stormaffected areas, tutoring and teaching younger children, working with hospital patients, and teaching English to immigrants. For example, CSUSM's Alternative Spring Break in March 2007 helped the aftereffects of Katrina in New Orleans. To volunteer in the summer for Habitat for Humanity, the costs can range f rom $50 to $150 and the locations are scattered across the fifty states. Check their summer listings to find a specific date, region, and cost: http://www.habitat.org/ y outhprograms/suppdocs/colchalsummerbreak_sitelist.pdf 3) Camping Another low-budget vacation is camp' ing. Camping is a great way to spend time with friends, especially for those who enjoy the outdoors. Remember that renting a cabin can be less expensive with more people. There are many locations and activities to choose from depending on one's interests. While San Marcos is in a great location to access many beaches, there are other regional spots to enjoy other water activities. Making a reservation at a state park can be done ahead of time online (a nonrefundable $7.50). Depending on the group's size and how far in advance a reservation is made, South Carlsbad costs can range from $45.00 to $225.00. South Carlsbad does not feature day-use facilities. One of the five-most visited •Cali- fornia state parks, San Onofre, in north Oceanside, has alcohol restrictions, so be sure to stay on top of rules that pertain to each park. Another state park, Cardiff, actually does not have any camping facilities, but pets are allowed. Close by to Cardiff is San Elijo State Beach, which does feature tents and RV sites. To get an idea of what to expect from other camping locations, the California State Park's website breaks down camping fees: http:// www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=23293 4) Cruise Though it may not be as inexpensive as some of the previous options, a cruise is still an affordable option. Cruises can be a great deal because while most cruises t ry to add as many people possible with low fares, optional expenses such as alcohol and excursions can be highpriced and add up Textbook buy backs BY B ILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer The semester is coming to a close, and it is time f or students to contemplate what to do with the books they spent so much money on a few months ago. Some books are valuable in cash or intrinsic value and may be worth keeping. However, if students want to sell books and get money back, there are a few options. The first option is to use the CSUSM bookstore Buy Back. According to the store, they will be accepting books starting May 7 in stationed tents in Founder's plaza. The University Store and Buy Back Tents will be open until 7 p.m. on every weekday except Friday, when they will close at 3 p.m. The process is simple: students can b ring back their used textbooks where representatives of the bookstore will examine them. They will also scan the barcode to determine if the book is usable next year, or if the edition is out of date. If a student agrees on a transaction, they will get a predetermined amount of money back for each book, and the store can resell the book next semester. This s ervice will r un through finals week. Other options lie online. Websites such as www.booksvalue.com and www. ecampus.com o ffer a similar service as the bookstore. Students can browse the site and see how much they can get back for a copy of their book. If a student agrees on the price, he or she contacts the site, mails the book to them, and gets money back. These sites then sell the books to others on their site as well as other websites, such as www. half.com. The previously mentioned www.half. com is another place to get c^sh for books, but it requires patience. This site is a branch of www.ebay.com, but does not require the auctioning process. Students and other Internet users can list DVDs, CDs, and books they wish to sell. Unlike the other options, the seller can name his or her own price. However, that also means waiting for someone to purchase it. A fter a person makes a sale, www.half.com will deposit the money into an account, t aking a small fee for their service. Therefore, if students do not want to hang on to b ulky or unpractical books, quickly. But once again, with more people, cabins can fit up to four people, so the cost of a small cabin can be split up. Travelocity and Expedia offer many special cruise packages as well as cruise companies. Expedia.com advertises Carnival cruise packages to Mexico for rates as low as $189. At Travelocity, for a four-night, roundtrip cruise starting in Los Angeles and traveling to Baja California, Mexico, and other California destinations, it can cost $209 for an inside cabin and $609 for a suite. Remember to have a passport ready in advance if a travel destination involves a foreign country. Travel agencies can be more helpful for a more customized approach to planning a cruise. There are many interesting and f un activities to take part in during summer vacation — even under a budget! With the ideas suggested above, there is still a lot of room to make a vacation creative and personable for a memorable summer! What to do with unwanted textbooks there are many options to sell them. There are resources on campus and online to make some money back, either for books next year or for the festivities summer has to offer. In order to receive Campus Emergency Alerts you must self register into the system!) To further strengthen campus emergency preparedness Gal State San Marcos has implemented a mass notification system to communicate with the campus community during times of emergency; This system allows students, faculty and staff to determine how they would like to be notified if the campus should experience an emergency Choices include one or more of the following: • SMS text message (standard text messaging fees apply) * Cell phone * Campus e-mail • Personal e-mail • Home phone * Work phone To regisfe^ go te to enter your personal information �Tips and tricks to survive finals week BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer The first and most important rule in keeping up with finals week is having a hold on what It's that time again, folks. kind of schedule you will have Though the term projects seem in the coming weeks. If that tedious and the research papers day planner from the beginning endless, they are all set to cul- of fall semester still hasn't had minate as a great sigh of r elief, anything written in it, now is on May 9. But wait, what's that definitely the time to utilize this looming on the horizon? Don't helpful tool. Gather all the class be misled by the last day of syllabi and take note of when classes. There still awaits an all- professors' office hours are if too-familiar sight of two-hour a last minute question comes blocks packed tight with infor- up. Also, keep in mind that the mation f rom the entire semester: library has extended hours from Finals. They aren't over until the May 5 through the 8, 7 a.m, -10 16th, but there are plenty of ways p.m., to better serve committed to retain f ull sanity during these studiers. few, crucial days. M any h ands m ake light w ork I t's a p lan not understand during the day. Even one f ull night's rest among weeks with hardly any showed scientists that the brain recalls information more efficiently a fter eight hours of sleep. If j ust one day makes a difference, a week's worth of regular sleep could do wonders. C elebrate! Responsibly. Finishing only one final d oesn't necessarily call for a party. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) revealed that j ust one night of heavy drinking could impair a person's critical thinking skills for up to a month. Even a couple drinks have the ability to cause significant physical distress, surly not As tempting as it might sound to squeeze as much downtime out of the day as possible, study guides d on't p repare themselves. The worst t hing to do in a t ime like t his is wait u ntil the Sunday before exam week and t ry to f igure out what should be on that y et-to-becreated study guide. Try f orming a study group. Not only is it a great way to share the load of m aterial, but i t's always more f un to be m iserable with others (right?). I ncrease t he p eace According to CNN, in 2004, a Germán study determined that the sleeping brain continues to work on problems that it did helping fill up a blank blue book at 9 a.m. R ELAX This is not the time to let stress take over. Even though anxiety seems imminent at this point in the year, there is no reason to yield to it. Check out a Yoga book from the library and decompress with some friends. If sleeping i s difficult, try some chamomile tea; some even say celery is nature's sleeping pill. Deal with worries one at a time rather than tackling them all at once. If the pressure is far too overwhelming, take advantage of the Student Health and Counseling Services across the street f rom campus. Food court musical BY BILL'RHEIN Pride Staff Writer The element t hat sets musicals a part f rom all o ther entertainment g enres is t hat it is p erfectly u nrealistic to b reak out in song. If a p erson were to do t his in r eatTife, p eople would t hink he or she was • crazy. However, the o rganization called Improv E verywhere decided to act on t his b elief. I mprov E verywhere is a g roup on YouTube w hose m otto is "We C ause S cenes." T hey t hink of o riginal, h armless, and s ocially c hallenging BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer p ranks in cities a cross a ppeared to b e a s hopper A merica. They t ake a e njoying lunch b egins h is persocial n orm, and t urn formance, and so on w ith o ther it on its h ead, which p lanted s ingers. The a udience is what they did in a b ecomes even m ore s urprised v ideo c alled "Food when a j anitor and t he m all C ourt M usical." s ecurity g uard seem t o be in In a Los A ngeles mall^ 16 on the gag as well. The perp articipants broke out i nto a formance e nds w ith a large s pontaneous m usical in the conclusion of a pplause by the f ood c ourt. H idden c ameras o nlookers. f ilmed the event and t he r eacImprov E verywhere c laims tions of p atrons and p eople r esponsibility f or over 70 w atching w hile w ireless j okes on the p ublic. Some of m icrophones b roadcast t heir o ther^ fe^Q^|4Boments s ingers over the PA system^ include 4 00 p eople f reezing It s tarts w ith a f ood s alesper- f or f ive m inutes in New York son s pilling a d rink and a sking p ity's G rand C entral S tation,f or n apkins in a m usical way. stunning the p eople nearby. A fter she sings a v erse, what In a ddition, t hey once p lanted e ccentric c rowds, a j umbotron, and an a nnouncer's b ooth at a l ittle l eague b aseball g ame, m aking is seem as if it were a m ajor l eague g ame. I mprovv Every where'sr ^ e 1 e^ve r t actics m ake t hem o n e o f t h e most s ubscribed p roviders on YouTube, a ccording to t he site. Images courtesy Improv Everywhere i d g e ts : What your computer cando for you Much of technology in t his day and age is devoted to helping and e nhancing p eople's lives. Widgets f all into t his category. Widgets are a simple invention o ffering a g reater range in the h elpfulness of computers. Made p opular on the Apple operating systems, widgets are simple prograrns that r un on the desktop w ith user interaction to e nhance the use of a computer in positive ways. With the click of a button, a u ser can b ring up a widget on the screen, use its f eatures, and hide it for later use. Both Mac and PC u sers can enjoy Hookah Lounge Pool Tables Games Great Food Over 50 Hookah Flavor's Monday Night Pool Tournament these t hrough p rograms such as Dashboard and Yahoo Widgets. The desktop widgets sort into t hree genres: i nformative, tools, and f un. Informative widgets r un in sync with t he computer and p rovide simple d ata. The most commonly used informative widgets are the clock, calendar, and stock ticker. The weather a p p 1i c a tion o ffers reports based on the u sers zip code. Popular among laptop u sers . is the Wi-Fi signal moni- tor, which displays t he s trength of wireless i nternet connections, and the b attery meter that shows exactly how much b attery power r emains. Tool widgets are similar to the p revious t ype because they o ffer i nformation, but r equire user input. T his would include w idgets such as the calculator, which quickly and conveniently o ffers mathematical a ssistance. Other p opular tools are the dictionary, n otepad, and remotes f or various media p rograms such as iTunes, which can sit in the c orner of the screen, and quickly change or stop songs on iTunes. Lastly, there are the f un widgets, which are larger f iles and Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials Happy Hour 4:00-6:00 P.M. Sunday 12 3 * Fs 4 5 6 7 a 9 10 1 1 1 2 1220 E Mission, San Marcos H ubbly l iibhlv Cal < April 2008 s m Tw i mt m 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 m 3D can be d istfacting. With a click of the Sudoku widget, a computer u ser could be playing the p opular n umbers game. O thers * interact w ith the d esktop of the computer, such as the screen k iller, which is a s tressbusting p rogram t hat causes the click of the mouse ? to put a bullet hole on- the screen. On, the other h and, t here is the bouncy ball p rogram that allows the u ser to p lay w ith an on-screen red ball. T here are a seemingly endless n umber of these to d istract a student f rom doing work. T here are a f ew drawbacks to t hese widgets in addition the d istraction they create. They o ften r equire large amounts of m emory and p rocessing power, which can cause a computer to r un slow or p erform sluggishly. Also, any p erson can make a widget, so d ownloading them f rom n on-trustworthy sites can cause v iruses. In the end, it is up to the i ndividual user if widgets are a necessity, and which o nas w ill be the m ost u seful. �F EATURES T HE P RIDE Tuesday, April 29, 2008 What Google looks like at night: Blackle.com Saving energy by keeping screens dark while searching BY L ANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer A re y ou l ooking f or a s imple w ay t o save e nergy w hile u sing y our c omputer d aily? T hen look n o f urther t han w ww. b lackle.com. B lackle.com is a n all b lack w ebsite t hat u ses G oogle C ustom S earch t o save e nergy e very t ime s omething is b eing s earched. C reated by H eap M edia, a ccording to t he w ebsite, B lackle w as c reated t o " remind u s all of t he n eed t o m ake s mall s teps in o ur e veryday lives t o save e nergy." B lackle u tilizes a p rimarily b lack s creen t hat e nables t he v iewing of t he site on c omputers t o save e nergy due t o t he f act t hat " monitors r equire m ore p ower , t o d isplay w hite (or light) s creen t han a b lack or d ark s creen," R obertson et al, 2 002, s tates a r eport r eleased b y t he E nergy A nalysis D epartment of UC B erkeley. T he idea of B lackle s tarted in J anuary 2007, w hen a blog r eported . that a b lack G oogle would save 750 m egawatt-hours a y ear. T he c reators of B lackle b elieve even if t he " energy savings a re s mall, t hey all a dd u p." A s ojf A pril 25, 2 008, B lackle h as saved 581,881.140-Watt h ours. 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The Cougars jumped out to an early onerun lead in the bottom of the second inning on a Tristan Gale solo home run. Biola got the run back in the top of the third, and went on to tack on two in the top of the fifth and one in the top of the seventh. The Cougars closed the gap to one after scoring two runs in the bottom of the seventh on Jackson Chapelone and Dane Ponciano solo home runs. Biola added an insurance run in the top of the ninth and closed the door on the Cougars in the bottom half to take the win. Despite receiving their first loss in nine games on Tuesday, the Cougars continued their winning ways of late as they faced Cal State San Bernardino on Friday, taking a close one by a score of 5-4. The Cougars got on the board first, scoring on a Terry Moritz RBI single in the top of the third. San Bernardino countered with a run in the bottom of the third, and again in the fourth. The Cougars did their damage in the top of the sixth inning, scoring four runs on two hits and two San Bernardino errors. San Bernardino tried their hand at a comeback in the bottom of the eighth, cutting the deficit to one. However, a solid defensive effort by the Cougars kept the lead safe en route to the win. The Cougars again saw Cal State San Bernardino on Saturday, this time at home for a doubleheader that resulted in a split. The Cougars combated a three-run top of the first with a run in the bottom of thefirst,and four more in the bottom of the fourth. The game remained quiet from there on out thanks to strong pitching and defense for the Cougars. The Cougars could not, however carry over the momentum into the second game of the doubleheader. Despite coming out to an early 4-2 lead, the Cougars could not hold on, losing by a score of 13-7. The Cougars' record improves to 21-16-1 on the season as they head into theirfinalregular-season game Wednesday at San Diego Christian at 3:00 p.m. CLASSIFIEDS M agdalena 'Ecke F amily Y MÇ i s h iring l ife g uards, c amp c ó r a s e t e a nd c a m p â t leaders* Ö ieek o ut o ur w ebsite a t Ifym wmdi Uk# m put in a clœsffîed* contact #w advertising department at prtdejuk@esusm.edu , | Document Services We can print, collate and bind presentation materials, including complex and high-volume jobs. Tuesday, April 29, 2008 CSUSM Softball secures playoff spot BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer Hope scoreless in the complete game shutout. Lerno's record improves 11-6 on the season. The Cougars carried the momentum into game two of the doubleheader, winning handily by a score of 7-2. The wins boosted the Cougars' record to 27-17 on the season and guaranteed them a spot in the NAIA Region II playoffs. As of 4/28, the Cougars are ranked #4 in the NAIA Region II ratings. April 22, 2008 ~ CSUSM Softball traveled to Buena Park last Tuesday to face Hope International in a doubleheader with serious playoff implications. The Cougars fought through five scoreless innings before posting two runs in the top of the sixth. Pitcher, Melissa Lerno struck outfiveand held CSUSM Itack and Field has good showing at IHton Invitational BY ALEX HAND Pride Staff Writer CSUSM men's and women's Track and Field is j ust a few weeks away f rom competing in Nationals. On Friday and Saturday the team competed in the UCSD Triton Invitational. The squad had a strong showing, with many top-5 f inishes. Kyle Hughes led the way with a second place f inish in the men's 3,000-meter steeplechase r unning a 9:37. In the 800-meter run Anthony Guadagnini ran a time of 1:54 to f inish 5th overall. Kevin Ott Wright had yet another strong showing in the men's 400-meter hurdles f inishing with a time of 53.62 to capture 5th place. Jessica Sandoval represented the women's side with a 5th place f inish in the 3,000-meter r un, f inishing with a time of 10:29.45. The men's relay teams continued to p erform well with second place f inishes in both the men's 4x100 and the 4x400. The women's 4x400 team f inished with a time of 4:01, good enough for 3rd place. Leave the Sprintin8 to us. North County's new SPRINTER light n il tram i m arrived* With service every Mailbox Services We'll give your business a real street address, then sign for and receive your incoming packages. Packaging and Shipping Options include Next Day, Ground, International and Freight delivery. 9 half hour on weekdays and every hour on the weekends, it's easy to hop aboard the SPRINTER. Catch the train at any one of the new 1 5 stations. BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated to connect you to major destinations along the Highway 7 8 corridor, Your ticket to North County's new short cut begins at only $ 2 per trip. SPRINTS?! 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What came label, which did not do well, caus- of these last 4 years of hard work? ing the band to dissolve and remain Ours' third major label release, hidden for many years. "Mercy (Dancing for the Death of After a few years of hiding, an Imaginary Enemy)." The absoGnecco brought the band back lute strength and force behind this together in 1997 to work on another album is daunting in every possible way. Gnecco truly outdid himself with the invincibility of this album. In such tracks as "God Only Wants You," we get a haunting rendition of Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" mixed with lilting and almost absolutely ghostly vocals. It all leads up to the most incredible build, making way for quite possibly the most incredibly satisfying musical climax that you have ever heard. Don't you hate that feeling of only enjoying a few of the songs on a CD? You can completely forget about that all together! This CD is completely amazing through and through. With each song on this album comes yet another incredible feeling - this album will make you experience feelings you never thought could come from simply listening to a CD. Check it out for yourself. To find out more about Ours, their albums, concerts and any other information, visit their official band website at www.ours. net. Or you can check out Ours on Myspace at www.myspace.com/ oursmusic. From there, you can see all the information you could ever possibly need about concerts or CD purchases, etc. Check them out and become a fan today! / M M OüíteMMJ Josh Damigo: The all-American artist BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer cess like? Usually, when I write a song, I'll get like a tag, or a little line in my The San Diego music scene has head and kind of just go with it. always had a flourishing singer/ Then I just work it around. Basisongwriter community. The latest cally, songs for me are built up of a addition to the local scene is artist chorus, 2 verses and a bridge; and Josh Damigo. Full of sensitive lyrics so usually it's a pretty simple proand catchy hooks, Damigo's style is cess for me. I tell a story in the song comparable to that of John Mayer, and take itfromthere. Ernie Halter, and Jason Mraz. A West Coast boy at heart, and a dieWho are some of your favorite hard Boston sports fan, Damigo is artists? hitting the music industry hard. Just Rob Deez. I'm a big Jason Mraz back from auditions for "Nashville guy—I really like the stuff he's Star," Damigo's slight country vibe put out I am a big fan of bands and serenading soul will melt the like Hinder, Lifehouse, All Star heart of listeners across the nation. I,Tnited>..I like the m ovie "Once." The Pride: So how did you get your start in music? Josh Damigo: I started music about a year and a half ago doing open mics and after my first open mic, they said "Hey, would you like to do a show?" And so that started my whole musical ordeal. And the guitar was your first musical instrument? No, my first musical instrument was the piano and then I started playing the trumpet and then it moved to the baritone, and then it moved to the guitar when I was 16, and I taught myself. What is your song-writing pro- What do you hope listeners take awayfrom your music? I hope they like it. I'd like them to just remember a time where they felt the same way. For me, I think my favorite is when someone comes up to me and says "Pocket Change is great because that song is my life." Or, if it's a love song and people come up to me and go: "that's my favorite song, I want that at my wedding." best friends. Those are t wo favorites. This new one that we just did called "Cougar" or "The Chase" or "Baby Come On" is really fun. "Saves the Day,'' means a lot to me because it has really been an inspirational song for me and for many other people. And, I actually have a song called "Your Favorite Song" that I wrote a while ago, that not very many people have What would be your ''dream heard, but it's called "Your Favorite tour" if you could go on one? Song," so I'm going to say that's my I think truthfully, the way that my favorite song. music goes, it would be KT Tunstall. I think that she and I would What is the biggest lesson you have a good time. I think I could took awayfrom your college expeshow her what a real man is about. rience? And...I wouldn't mind touring with It is more important to get a good Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers internship in the field you want to because they're the bomb.com. do than go to all your classes. In the real world, they don't care anyWhat was the first CD and/or cassette you ever bought? The first CD I ever bought was DC Talk's "Jesus Freak." The first tape I bought was "The Beach Boys' Greatest Hits." I think I was like in 8th grade. "I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell" The New York Times' bestseller "I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell" is by Duke and the University of Chicago alum, Tucker Max. The novel is a hilarious romp through the wild stories of Tucker Max's life, which makes "National Lampoon's: Van Wilder" seem tame by comparison. The stories include such antics as "Tucker goes to Vegas," and "The Now Infamous Tucker Max Charity Auction Debacle." Rather than describe each story in great detail, I will simply say that this book was hard to finish because of the difficulty To find out more about Josh Damigo, check out his webpage or myspace: www.joshdamigo.com or www. myspace.com/joshdamigo Do you have a favorite song you have written? "Pocket Change" is the story ofmy life. "Crazy" is a song about my two Book Review BY LEVI MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer thing about what college you graduatedfromor what your degree is in. They care mostly what your experiences are in your field. to restrain from collapsing while laughing—each story was better than the one before. Tucker makes friends and enemies wherever he goes. This book does, however, demonstrate the truth of the effects of alcohol and how sometimes people tend to take advantage of others. But if you're looking for interesting stories, each one like some legendary college party complete with alcohol induced blackouts, you're in for a treat. This book is like taking the most bizarre stories from every scoundrel and rogue you know, and multiplying them exponentially. Each one is more than just risqué encounters and pan- demonium. Rather, they are the true encounters of Tucker Max. During each of his crazy nights, Tucker takes a voice recorder with him to help him document the nights that most individuals would be too drunk to remember. Some think that Tucker's actions are too ruthless—I found it them an escape from the reality of school. "I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell" is a book that can help alleviate the stress of finals temporarily. So sit down with a box of tissues and indulge in what will be a memorable, tearfilled, abdominally exhausting experience. Photo courtesy Sarah Hernandez / The Pride Street Kings An action-filled hi BY LANCE CARTELLI Pride Staff Writer "Street Kings" is Director David Ayers's second followup to "Training Day." "Street Kings" is a throwback cop thriller that is highlighted by a great story and solid acting from Keanu Reeves and company. Yes, Keanu Reeves. Tom Ludlow (Keanu Reeves), a veteran LAPD detective, works in the Special Vice Squad Unit in Los Angeles. Ludlow has been suffering from depression since his wife died. On top of that, his former partner, Detective Terrance Washington (Terry Crews) was murdered by two gang members. Ludlow goes on a wild and reckless pursuit through the mean streets of Los Angeles to track down the killers and get justice for Washington. Captain Jack Wander (Forest Whitaker) is Ludlow's supervisor who must keep him from going over the edge and out of the cross hairs of Internal Affairs Captain James Biggs (Hugh Laurie). "Street Kings" starts off fast and never slows down. Within the first ten minutes, viewers are able to see that Detective Ludlow is a highly skilled cop. The movie moves so quickly that no ones knows who is the good or bad cop, and by the end viewers are surprised with the thrilling twist of who is really good and bad. The only aspect that outweighs the acting of Reeves, Whitaker, and Laurie, is the writing. This movie may not have the most action, but the fast-paced story keeps viewers on the edge of their seats up until the action packed ending that will leave the audience saying "wow." Despite what the critics say, this movie is a great cop thriller and is Reeves's best work since "The Matrix." �T HE P RIDE A & E Tuesday, April 29; 2008 il Siam Surprise BY JACKIE CARBAJAL. Pride Staff Writer flavored with sweet soy sauce." If you choose t ofu, pork, chicken, or Want the sophistication beef, the plate is $7.50, of Thai cuisine but prefer a with shrimp or duck casual atmosphere and less valued at $8.50 and strain on your wallet? The mixed seafood at $9.50. new Siam Surprise restauAnyone already profirant in Temecula is truly cient in the indulgence the crème de la crème, diaof Pad-See-ew will be mond in the rough, golden ticket for any greatly impressed with Siam's edition Thai food connoisseur or culturally curi- and those new to trying the dish comous beginner. Along with its low prices, pletely are in for a pleasant surprise. the restaurant, open daily f rom 11 a.m. Another dish of choice, located in to midnight and with dine in, to go, and the 'Stir Fried' section of the menu, is delivery "services, could very well receive the mixed vegetables plate with shrimp the stamp of approval for accommodat- valued at $9.50. The plate is "a fresh and ing the needs of a college student. crispy combination ofvegetable: broccoli, The best way to get the most out o f this celery, snow peas, carrots, onion, green Thai restaurant with a home-like feel is onion, bok choy, napa cabbage, and bean to share plates with whomever you bring sprouts." Its sweet, unique sauce sepaalong with you. Inducting your palate to rates the Thai specialty from any other a variety of Thai flavors and consisten- similar options. The plate also includes cies is all part of the experience. your choice of side order; steamed rice, Popular dishes include Pad Thai, Tom f ried rice, rice noodles, rice vermicelli, Yum, and Duck Curry. egg noodles, glass noodles, flour tortiHighly recommended as an appetizer llas, and "Roti" Thai crepes. are Siam's $3.25 f ried egg rolls—they Any successful restaurant knows, or offer fresh egg rolls as well, but I am not should know, that variety on the menu that experimental. Siam's are the best is the key to success. I can boast to you egg rolls you'll ever have, hands down, what I consider the best plates at Siam, and their sweet and sour sauce is in a but only you can discover just the right league all its own. combination for'you. - A fter scarfing down the three egg rolls For the indecisive, Siam's menu as an appetizer, order the Pad-See-ew, a includes nine "surprises" offered from dish of "broad rice noodles pan f ried with 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. that range in price garlic, Chinese broccoli, egg and meat, from $7.95 to $12.95 for a f ull meal. Land Shark Lager BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Margaritaville Brewing Company brews Land Shark Lager in Jacksonville, Florida. Jimmy Buffett owns Buffet's Margaritaville Holding LLC, the parent company of the brewery. Originally, the brewery produced the lager solely for Margaritaville Restaurants. The lager's popularity grew and the brewery decided to sell the product nationwide in retail outlets. There are currently eight restaurants in the United States. The closest restaurants to CSUSM are located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Glendale, Arizona. The remaining restaurants are located near Florida with the exception of one restaurant in Cancun, Mexico. The cardboard pack- ^ ^ a ging holds 12-fluid ounce clear glass bottles. The six-pack retails for $7.29 at BevMo. A soft yellow and navy blue comprise the majority of the coloring used on the container. A simple beach scene with a large shark fin planted firmly on land captures center stage. The bottles contain the same imaging and labeling. Bronze, yellow, and navy blue fill in the artwork on the lager 's bottle cap consisting of the lager's logo. The lager has an alcohol by volume of 4.7%, slightly lower than average beers. Land Shark pours easily, generating a quarter inch thick head that remains for the majority of consumption. The lager radiates a light golden hue similar to champagne. It emits a faint biscuit infused aroma, and enters the mouth calmly like small, gentle waves at high noon beachside. A slight peak of tastes occurs immediately then disappears as the lager strolls beyond. Given the soothing nature of the brew, it should pair well with BBQ orientedL events and food. Of course* Jimmy Buffett's 1985 hit song "Margaritaville" is a nice addition during consumption. Furthermore, the lager deserves a more creative styled glass than regular lagers. The craziness associated with the ending of a spring semester indicates one thing: the close proximity of summer where flipflops and bottle tops relax and calm the Cougar. Surprise 2, for example, valued at $7.95 includes f ried rice or steamed rice, Chicken Panang Curry (spicy), garden salad with Thai cream dressing, f ried t ofu and a soda. To cap off your night, a definite must is the banana rolls dessert. Just picture this for a second: bananas deep f ried in egg roll skins, served with chocolate syrup and whipped cream for the low price of $3.25. Sounds heavenly, right? The price is worth the risk and makes it that much easier to order seconds if need be. The only downside to the Siam experience is that you may find yourself tipping 50% of the bill because you are that satisfied—it has been done. The service is friendly and accommodating and the food speaks for itself—figuratively I hope, but I must admit, I have not yet tried the duck. Siam Surprise is located at Overland Center, 26490 Ynez Road, Suite B in Temecula. For more menu options, map directions, and contact information, visit www.siamsurprise.com. Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride Take a general education class or two this summer for only $20 a unit! Get ahead this summer and save a bundle at MiraCosta College« MiraCosta is a community college located just minutes from the beach in North San Diego County—with a campus in Oceanside, located right of Highway 78; and the San Elijo Campus, located in Cardiff, just east of 1-5 or take classes online, MiraCosta offers hundreds of general education courses, most of which are transferable to UC and CSU campuses. Don't wait! Enroll today! Some early classes begin June 2. General summer session begins June 16. View the class schedule and enroll online at www.mlracosta.edu or call (760) 757-2121 for additional information, OcMitsid« C m u a ps 1 Barnard Drive Oceanside, CA 92ÖS6 Sm Elijo C m u a ps 3333 Manchester Ave. Cardiff, C 92007 �Justin Nozuka... Man Crush? BY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer Every night before I go to bed, I sit on the couch in the living room and go back and f orth between MTV, VH1, and Fuse, watching music videos. It is late night so there are usually some odd videos on that either make me feel uncomfortable or like I am back in the 1960's. But on this special night while channel s urfing, one of the most b eautiful sounds I had ever heard came f rom V Hi's Nocturnal State, a late night music program that plays up-and-coming artists. I listened and watched the music video intently because the person singing had one of the most melodic and calming voices I had ever heard. I waited until the end to see who it was and the ending credits read "Justin Nozuka - A fter Tonight." I had heard Justin Nozuka before but couldn't purchase his CD off iTunes because he did not sell it in the U.S. So I went to my room and got my laptop, searched for him on iTunes and by the grace of God, his CD had j ust been released in the U.S. Instantly I purchased h is CD titled "Holly" and listened to every song. I have not stopped listening to his CD since. He has a Jason Mraz-like tone but hits notes I did not know men could hit. Justin is only 19 years old, but sings of things beyond the average teenager's wisdom. With songs like my favorite "Save Him," Nozuka sings of a woman who was abused by both her father and b oyfriend. His chilling vocals make you listen to every word he says. His more upbeat songs like "After Tonight" have catchy choruses that instantly make you happy. It is safe to say I have developed a "man crush" on Justin Nozuka. Sadly, he has only played a few shows in the United States, such as the South By Southwest Music Festival in Austin, Texas. Nozuka was born in New York then moved to Toronto and has lived there since. But due to his growing popularity, he is beginning to p erform more in the States, primarily on the east coast. With fame coming to him at such a tender age, I can only imagine what great things he will be doing in the f uture. Is [ M m - still alive and wew documentaryt. Aaugustine?now ell in S looks t Florida in 1964 and An at all. Some images through- places, visit www.DareNotWalout the film are disturbing live kAlone.com. From there, you footage clips of the devastation can read more about the film and Imagine being kicked out of that happened in Florida. The read ways to help out in this filma church, beaten, spat upon, film states that a "non-violent maker's desire to help stop the mocked and called names, all campaign in this city helped to hate. Ernest Hemingway once because of the color of your make the Civil Rights move- said, "Either write something worth reading or DO something skin. Most won't remember ment a possibility." the events of the year 1964 in Speaking about how things worth writing," So, perhaps if a place called St. Augustine, have changed since 1964, one you can't write about this - do Florida because most x>f us man in the film states with the something about it instead. weren't alive then, but there p a s s i o n a t e are a few who will remember words, "We the atrocious things that hap- are still at pened there. Sadly, through the war!" Clearly, decades that have passed, many this man has of these individuals' stories e x p e r i e n c e d have faded - until now. so much pain When amateur filmmaker and struggle Jeremy Dean learned of these in these racial stories, it became his goal to trials, but pershare them with the world. A fter haps seeing his six years of working on the film, frustration and "Dare Not Walk Alone" is finally rightful anger available for viewing. This is a will make us film documenting some of the do something never before heard stories of the- about it. I've terrible racism driven events heard it said knowthat occurred in St. Augustine that ing is half the in 1964. Dean says that this film "marries the bloodshed of the battle - well, Civil Rights movement with the now we know. standards and morals of today." To know The film is spliced with inter- more about views f rom victims of this this riveting incomprehensible racism f rom and heartthe past as well as present day w r e n c h i n g interviews with those * same d ocumentary, victims to see how times have and to look up changed, if they have changed showtimes and Photo courtesy Dare Not Walk Alone Productions BY ADAM LOWE Pride Staff Writer By Amanda Andreen and Tim Moore Pride Staff Writers • • • • • •! • • •••• •••• • 1 • •• •••• •5•5 •Bfi• •SB• 5•5• 55 •55 • S5 •55• SB• • • •S•S• • • ••!• • • • • IS Sf • • •s ' ••• ••••••••• •• 8 li •• 1• • •• • m • i • • •• • • • • • • •• H eaven is f or S inners " Painter" This is definitely a band up to par with that of those on Warped Tour. Off their | upcoming release "Satellites Set t o Explode,* * Painter" is toe-tapping friendly it all of its bubble-gum p op glory. Reminding of Switchfoot, Cartel, and other bands that could fall into the "PowerPop! genre, Heaven is for Sinners is fun and great summer listening. U nderminded "Ya B asta" As a band known for their off-the-wall live shows, Underminded's politically charged music combined with erratic pitch-shifts makes them a unique act in a dying scene. "Ya Basta" mimics the intensity of Undeminded's live show with a underlying message of the need for change. The sound is comparable to a more energetic hybrid of The Bled and Norma J ean; J ason M raz " I'm Yours" Originally released in the bonus package "Wordplay EP" from Mraz's 2 005 release "Mr. A-Z," the popular track recently got a makeover and was remixed and re-mastered for the upcoming M ay release of Mraz's new album, "We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things." E ight M inutes t o I Wilight " Long R oad H ome" An indie vibe mixed with a splash of e mo/pop rock, Eight Minutes t o Twilight's sound is reminiscent of bands like Waking Ashland, T he Fray, Dashboard Confessional, and T he Format. "Long Road Home" sounds slightly familiar t o Augustana, but t he horns and plucked guitars smoothly wrap it all up into a seamless j am pleasing t o t he ears. Upbeat and catchy, it is hard t o not t o notice the resemblance to Jack Johnson on this one; however, the redone track is making its w ay to airwaves nonetheless. Laced with ukuleles, and Hawaiian vibe backup singing, T m Yours" is still just as wonderful as the acoustic, stripped-down original. Photos courtesy respective artist's myspace website � 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/. 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Copyright 2015, California State University San Marcos Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context newspaper 18 x 24 Associated Students (ASI) awards budget protest peace rally Recyclemania spring 2008 textbooks https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/8f01aad73c35561aeff88068feac8e71.pdf a3472b128077e20c58b0b698732451c4 PDF Text Text THE PRIDE INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2008 www.thecsusmpride.com VOL. XIX NO. 15 o b m m e n c e m e n t ' 08 m m BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer CSUSM's Class of 2008 will graduate in this spring's 2008 Commencement ceremony on Photo courtesy of www.csusm.edu Saturday, May 17 at the Grandstand at the Del Mar Fairgrounds All People's Recognition Ceremony BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer A lready in its t hird year, Student L ife & L eadership and M ulticultural P rograms' , annual All People's Recognition Ceremony celebrates those that c ontribute greatly to the campus community. Hosted by Jay F ranklin and m ultiple s taff m embers of CSUSM, an elegant d inner and a tmosphere played p artner t o a n ight f illed w ith h onors, r ecognition, and t ears. Such a celebration could n ot h appen without t he dedication of t hose t hat give h is/her t ime and e ffort back t o t he c ampus, and t hese h onors were not j ust limited t o student leaders. Faculty, s taff, and members of t he c ommunity were honored based on nominations that others w rote a f ew w eeks prior t o the event. With .about 56 student honorees, 41 f aculty/staff honorees, and with over 65 nominators (including student organizations), t his y ear's event was f illed t o t he b rim with Cal State San M arcos' best and d edicated. These honorees displayed excellence in giving back t o t he community as well as t he See Ceremony, Page 4 in two ceremonies at 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Guest seating is not limited and tickets are not required. Parking lot entrances open at 6:30 a m. for the first ceremony and 12:30 p.m. for the second ceremony and there is a $9 parking fee per ciar. There will also be a live webstream of the ceremony for anyone who would like to watch the event from home. Visit www.csusm. edu/commencement/ for further details, including driving directions and nearby restaurants and hotels. New CSUSM website launching next semester BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer On August 8, CSUSM will reveal its redesigned version o f v the campus website after undergoing months of construction from a web redesign team consisting of staff from both the Office of Communications and Instructional and Information Technology Services. On their website, the redesign team prepared questions regarding the site construction, stating, "We have created a new, streamlined home page that will be both aesthetically attractive and extremely functional; featuring sensible "entry points" for all See Website, Page 4 Image courtesy of www.csusm.edu Alliance for CSU forges ahead as semester end draws near BY JACKIE CARBAJAL Pride Staff Writer With spring fever in the air and finals days away, budget cuts and governor proposals could possibly be the last thing on students' minds. For staff and faculty of the CSU system and public education across California, May is the beginning of an uphill battle. Today at \ p.m., the California Faculty Association will hold a conference call t o release updates regarding the projected economic impacts of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's proposed budget cuts. "Now is the time to raise awareness and ramp up support for the Alliance for the CSU," said Lillian Taiz, President of CFA and a professor of history at CSU Los Angeles. "We must rally together and organize ourselves while school is in session to fight of these staggering cuts because we will have more limited resources during the summer." The governor will reveal his revisions to the budget proposal during the week of May 12. The Alliance for CSU is asking students and faculty contact the See Alliance, Page 4 Photo by Jackie Carbajal / The Pride Senili 4ÉIPMJ; >B Chancellor Reed addresses budget crisis w ith Board of Trustees committee. February Senator H illary Clinton ^ ins California p rimary ||¡¡¡ Tuesday. S |g i dgfe - i | | § Northern Illinois University campus shooting raises safety concerns. University Police u rge students t o register f or emergency n otification and program dispatch line into cell phones. The Alliance tor CSU holds Budget Advocacy Hour at CSUSM to campaign against the proposed $356 million cuts to the CSU. North County Transit District opens its newest install- ment, the Sprinter light rail service,along -.the' ^ S F m ^ ^ c m M p c K ^ ^ Disturbances f rom undis^ Plaza. LGBTQ celebrates Pride] Center o pening with sold out grand opening ceremony. A SI announces Alexander Hoang a s upcoming ASJ J^eip] Second University Stored fea- dent for ' 08-0$ s chool ye&r. turing new merchandise* comC §USMt^es national Recyclosed guest causes ASI's Spring Fling to end early. puters, and software opens cleMania rç C raved 5110 j w r f ounders l i p �TheC^pride flip ' I s ^ & ^ m ù ^ S ^ f M i ^ Wall-E Is Going to be the Best Movie This Summer BY BILLRHEIN Pride Staff Writer With the release of " Iron Man," the summer movie season has begun. There are a whole slew of action blockbusters, romantic comedies, and f amily f licks lined up. Though . :. ARTS:& ENTBRTAJ^M.feNT.; .'.•/• it is very early, I can already ? . --.r,... E ditormake a solid prediction about which movie will come out on top in t erms of quality, and probably box o ffice success. The Disney-Pixar machine is doing well and I can tell their next release, "Wall-E," will be the best movie this summer. i s aib M Pmmmkxm First, though Disney falCRISTIMg YOHO • tered t hrough the early p arts of the decade with f ilms . ADVÌ$0RV^S^^jjf such as "Brother B ear" and "Lilo and S titch/' not to mention a plethora of sequels that destroyed their classics, it h as P M L CASTILLO i ÉIIl come back strong. Since workA EA ing, with Pixar, they have only I l i?! gotten better and b etter with ? 'tf^ìxm , I i i l i Ä B i i i i i i i l l l l i l l each f ilm. The high quality of ^ '. ANDRgW OARAI * 'A- ' "The Incredibles," "Cars," and iVÄNGAßOA. V , - ~ Aux Hand , ^ ; . ' ;/ "Ratatouille" lead me to t hink V * * mssucmyim mitmmw \ > . , ^ that t heir next one w ill be j ust as great. Moreover, f rom the 'ìÀmàtm looks of the promotional material, "Wall-E" will not disappoint. $0 S l ^ ^ t e ^ Ö ^ i ^ ^ S l It is hard to make a prediciiiiifipIBi tion based on a movie I have not seen, but I can only t hink positively of t his f ilm based on the material online. The t railer is very impressive and I shows how this f ilm will appeal t o people with its humor and storyline. The creativity in the plot is also a clever idea. Also, the screenshots ensure this f ilm will be visually spectacular. Even if I am wrong about the quality of t his movie, it will look incredible, guaranteed. I realize I am being bold picking "Wall-E" as the best, especially considering some of. the other f ilms coming out. I am sure " The Dark K night" and others will be spectacular. In addition, some f ilms I believe will be all f lash and no bang, meaning they may have a great amount of hype, but they will let down in the quality department. "Wall-E" gives the impression that it will be a strong film and have appeal to all moviegoers. I have thought about for a long time, and I have no doubt Disney-Pixar will not disappoint t his summer. Recently they have been on a strong streak, which I do not see ending soon. The potential for this f ilm is high and I can say with complete honesty that it will get next y ear's Oscar for Best A nimated. Nevertheless, I will t ake it one-step f urther and predict it to pick up a nomination for Best Picture. " Ratatouille" deserved one and my gut is telling me t his will be j ust as good, if jiot better. I wish you happy viewing t his summer! B lood, S weat, Tears, a nd t ime t o relax BY TORIA SAVEY Pride Staff Writer The end to another successful school year. And by "successful", I mean we're all still alive with most of our limbs intact The phrase "intact" is, of course, negotiatable, since my grandfather has a hole in his leg that goes straight through to China, but we'll just try to think positive. How could you head into summer though without some timeless advice from your favorite columnist? And now that you've read their words of wisdom, you can have mine. My Tips for Surviving Summer with Style, Grace, and Minimum Collateral Damage 1. Designate a driver. I'm not talking about for when you drink. I mean, in general. You're going be much too busy with suntans and classy internships or vacations to worry about ridiculous things like speed limits and pedestrians. 2. There's always YouTube. Before you try to make your own Studio 54 in your living room, be aware that EVERYTHING ends up on the internet, particularly on YouTube. So even though you are with one intimate partner, or you're only going to do whatever it is this once, or you heard it's all the rage in the wilds ofMinnesota, know that somehow, whatever it is, it's going to be immortalized. And you will never be able to run for public office. Unless you're rich. 3. Today's tan is tomorrow's skin cancer. Yeah, my grandmother spent her summer days at the beach and her nights working at the telephone company. As a result, she still fondly remembers switchboards, and has to have a cancerous spot burned off her face every three months or so. And they had an ozone layer back then. So put on some sunscreen already. 4. He'll still be there in the morning. Before you cheapen yourself because it's just summer, and it's just one night, and you're just having so much fun, just think: what if he's still there in the morning? Are you gonna feel cheap or used, or just plain annoyed? What if he wants breakfast, or worse yet, a full-on romance? Just because it's summer doesn't mean everyone knows you're "no drama before morning coffee" clause. Your decisions will still haunt you (perhaps on YouTube), even if you made them in the hazy July heat 5. Have some fun. For a lot ofyou, nothing will change, except that your job that was part-time during the school year will become fuUtime. Or you'll have to find a job at all in a massive hurry. But around the hustle and bustle, make some time for yourself We live in a place most people go to on vacation. Try to sit back and enjoy it just like they do, minus getting lost and thinking Sea World is worth the admission cost i v I 1 S it E include aa address, telephone j Ì tioa. Letters may be edited for What are your summer plans? ptmmmt s t t a g É * Letters llllljl^ j l l l | | l l | § via e lectronic¡uii t o p e ^ ^ ^ M p k M ^ ; ' i ^Éèf • : • ; tó <be ,tiskìg individuaieditors* EHJM ^ Miil^: on working andfayingto take H«immer ^ f w ^ - d a s ^ " IK 1 1 - iä< te ' pmmwé M ffie-«dnataMi ' " - friends.": f t" ' # -, V-i-. - pili « p do#n 3 t ''ig >MmcoLemus l �Farewell for now, CSUSM A note from the Editor-in-Chief BY VIRIDIANA PACHECOISAAC Pride Staff Writer Rarely do I e xperience a school year t hat goes by as quickly as t he one that is about t o conclude. Personally, it was a year of new experiences: I came t o CSUSM in the Fall as a n ew t ransfer student, b ecame a p art of the Greek c ommunity, j oined The Pride and in t he spring, took on t his challenging and rewarding role as Editor-inChief. I got t o know our small campus community f rom a v ariety of angles, and realized more and more each day that coming to t his campus was the best decision l e v e r made. The t hings San Marcos has to o ffer are u nique compared to other schools I had looked into. I became appreciative of the s upport The P ride gets f rom our a dministrators, f aculty and s taff, even if our coverage of them may not always put o ur issues in t he b est light. I b ecame most appreciative and amazed of t he e ffort put f orth by the e ditorial s taff of T he Pride and our loyal w riters, proving that when we all put our h eads together and combine our d ifferent t alents good t hings can happen. We have been amazed at the t ransformation the Pride is t aking, as our dedication t o j ournalism and to our r eaders keeps our mind on the bigger picture. I want to t ake t his o pportunity t o c ongratulate those of you who are g raduating, may your f uture goals be accomplished and may you have t aken many lessons f rom t his campus. I would like t o especially dedicate t his remark to my sisters Bianca Reynoso, Jeanette Espinoza, I rasema Tellez-Velarde, Gisela Tellez and Lillian Pozos f rom Alpha Pi Sigma. You ladies have done an excellent j ob m aking our sorority great, and you have made me proud. I love you greatly and will miss you immensely. For t hose of you who are staying b ehind, we h ope you have a safe summer b reak. A s always, we welcome comments and f eedback. A fter all, it is you we are here t o serve. See you in the Fall! Buying the vote: Suspending the gas tax BY BEN ROFFEE Pride Staff Writer The electoral winds haven't shifted. They've died, and now we're in the political doldrums. The flurry of exciting primaries in February has passed, leaving the candidates with idle hands over the past few weeks. It is with these idle hands that some of the candidates have made the devil's work, or at the very least, cheapened electoral politics beyond recovery. The biggest news in April revolved around Obama's relationship to Rev. Jeremiah Wright. As some continue to beat that dead horse, the candidates have finally given us some politics, however second rate, to grab onto with the debate over suspending the federal gas tax this summer. Clinton's proposal would suspend the 18.4 cent per gallon gas tax for the summer travel season and replace it with a windfall profits tax on the oil companies. Similarly, McCain's proposal would suspend the federal tax over summer as well, although his proposal would not tax the oil companies, instead replacing the lost revenue with funds diverted from other programs. To the economically frustrated American, it's difficult not to embrace a politician offering salvation from staggering gas prices. Far from a saving grace, Clinton and McCain's proposed gas tax suspension offers trivial financial relief. But with the political advantages of supporting such a proposal so evident, Clinton and McCain just couldn't resist. To put it into perspective, a sav- ings of 18.4 cents a gallon for a 15 gallon gas tank puts $2.76 back into the drivers pocket every time they go to the pump. Filling up once a week for 3 months saves the average driver somewhere between $30-$35. This is the big fix Clinton and McCain offer. Of these two proposals floating around between Clinton and McCain, both have a distinctly common air of political maneuvering about them. Clinton, who has been known to manipulate truth for political gain, is looking for something with which she can draw a sharp policy distinction from Obama. Even after her victories in March and April, Clinton is struggling to put together anything close to a come back. In her interview with George Stephanopoulos, Clinton dismissed the "elitist" views of a wide body of economists that argue her proposal would offer little financial relief to Americans. It seems that it is much easier to offer financial relief than it is to actually provide it. Her support of this hollow proT posal is ill informed and nearly indefensible. But at least McCain has an excuse: he's a Republican. Cutting taxes with complete disregard to budgetary consequences is a ritual sacred to the Republican candidate, especially as the electoral moons align. Taking it easy on the oil companies and showing fiscal irresponsibility is McCain's idea of showing strong leadership. Sound familiar? The only admirable aspect of either pitch is the reintroduction of a windfall profits tax on oil companies proposed by Clinton. Taxing the oil companies for profiting off of high oil prices is something we should already be doing as we have done in the past, but by no means should it be a substitution for the gas tax. Obama has been quick to criticize McCain and Clinton, but despite his fervent opposition, even he isn't without sin. During his tenure as in the Illinois Senate, Obama voted for a suspension of the state gas tax for summer travel similar. Without dismissing his past support of similar policies, it is important to note that Obama isn't buying into these foolish gestures anymore. If this feeble exercise in political pandering has proven anything, it's that smoke and mirrors don't always fool American voters. A CBS/NY Times poll released May 5 found that only 44% of voters thought the gas tax suspension was a good idea compared to the 51% that thought it was a bad idea Even more embarrassing for McCain and Clinton, the survey also found that 70% of voters thought the candidates supported the tax suspension because it would help them politically. Where the public is too often fooled by empty policy, the people's dismissal of this shameful proposal speaks to the transparency of Clinton and McCain's underlying motives. It is all too easy to toss around tax cuts to gamer public support, but be prepared to back your words up. Rather than play blindly into this cheap manipulation, voters should be questioning to what extent they would allow their economic desperation t o be taken advantage of for political gain. What do you w ant? Give us your feedback. Write your comments, concerns, suggestions, and drop them off at The Pride office at Craven 302a. If you would like to contribute to The Pride, provide us your contact iulormaName: Phone: Email: _ — —-—— ——— �From AWARDS, page 1 u niversity, d emonstrated p ractices in i nclusiveness, multiculturalism, diversity, and a cceptance of all p eople. F ranklin and a h andful of f aculty/staff g uest s peakers f urther p ainted the p icture f or t he e vening. A fter F ranklin gave a b rief t hank you to all t he n ominees and n ominators, t he ceremony t ransitioned into h onoring those t hat give back to the campus. The night gave way to elegance- as a d inner was served coupled w ith eloquent live music. A speech by keynote speaker, Ashley Walker, gave t estament to those t hat p racticed ideas of diversity, a cceptance, and m ulticulturalism. P ioneering YWCA's B attered Women's S ervices, Walker brought N orth C ounty's f irst shelter for women v ictimized by domestic violence. As well as s erving for over ten y ears in the r esponse to p revent child abuse and domestic v iolence, Walker c ontinues to s peak t o a udiences about s ensitivity t raining, i ssues of r esolving d iscrimination, and p romoting equal o pportu- Kaiser Permanente gives nursing p rogram $50,000 nity. Walker, in her s peech, e mphasized the i mportance of p romoting i nclusiveness and r espect of o thers. As the e vening came t o its conclusion, the h onorees f or the d istinguished Jonathan P oullard C ommitment to I nclusiveness and Social J ustice Award were honored for t heir c ontributions to t he campus c ommunity. P atricia G uevarra, a s tudent and one of t he r ecipients, was overcome w ith emotion as she was honored with the a ward. "By r eceiving t his a ward, I am a r eflection of the community, of what Cal State San M arcos is able t o do and what t hey t aught me." s tated Guevarra. A long w ith G uevarra, The I nstitute f or Social J ustice & E quity was h onored w ith the award f or its c ontributions t o t he campus in t he f orm of multiple e<fuity s ymposiums and events f or the c ampus. T his ceremony r epresented the b est of what CSUSM h as to o ffer, by h onoring t hose t hat give back to the c ampus and c ommunity t his year and f or many y ears t o come. NOTICE The 2007 Financial Audits for the Cal State San Marcos Foundation and the San Marcos University Corporation are available for review at the Kellogg Library 3rd Floor Checkout Desk. BY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer Hospital chain Kaiser Permanente has donated $500,000 to the California State University San Marcos Nursing Program to benefit students by giving them stipends as loan forgiveness and offering work a fter graduation. "The money is to be given to 25 students at four intervals of $5,000; so $20,000 per student, said Bethany Lindstedt. As part of the program, the selected students have a twoyear contract to work for Kaiser From W EBSITE, page 1 audiences. This new home page will utilize two rotating content areas that randomly display different content and links every time a visitor loads the page. Most important, the new website will also feature a standard- From A LLIANCE, page 1 governor's office through phone calls and faxes now through May 9 to lead into the week of planning that follows. The budget plan, known as the "May Revise," formally begins July 1, 2008. In an in depth examination of CSU's 23 campuses released by the CFA titled "Examining the Fiscal, Economic, and Social Impacts of the California State University," researchers determined that, "demographic Permanente upon graduation. If the students decide not t o f ulfill the contract they have to pay all of the money back, she said. "We are thrilled to be able to add CSUSM to our successful loan forgiveness program," said Judy Husted, RN, MS, CNAA-BC, executive director of patient care services for Kaiser Permanente's Southern California region. The CSUSM nursing program shared the enthusiasm toward the partnership. "We are very g rateful that Kaiser Permanente has selected California State University San Marcos as the first CSU to benefit f rom this unique program," said Judith Papenhausen, director of the CSUSM School of Nursing. "It will ease the financial burden of some of our students and help address the critical shortage of nurses throughout San Diego, Riverside and Los Angeles counties." The school of nursing started in 2006 with 44 students and today has since grown to 164 students. Kaiser Permanente serves the health care needs of 3.3 million members in Southern California according, to Kaiser's online page. ized header and footer." The university website is created and maintained by the Cascade Content Management System, a new software tool that makes it easier to update website content quickly. University-maintained pages such as administrative offices, news and events, and about us pages will benefit directly from the new software by providing visitors with up to date information. For further details on the redesign project and new website features, visit www.csusm. edu/redesign/. and economic trends clearly argue for increasing, rather than decreasing, the available supply of college educated workers... the state faces a looming shortage of skilled, college-educated workers. If the state is to meet this challenge, it will need to maintain its historic investment in publicly supported higher education, not curtail it for short-term gain." Blue Sky Consulting Group associate Tim Gage, Matt Newman, and Trisha McMahon prepared the 21 page report. 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S u e t no ot n tdn D i e p s e t e Fed rv r a s d h i l r p r e t o e t i sn e o t d n n y ns i g ^•••••^•••iililiiliiSlllliBIII^ 36 ie f o t e w l e , and f t e "coo^i nation' $ f v $ut:. Ct d •• r m h al t ah r oe a c t l h m of a $ 1000 c a g i voa i n of zero t l r n e od i h r e n i l to a s ih r on a m s i g c e i card. l w wt a BAC .05 o i s n r dt COUGAR WATCH getr r ae. * The i cd n o c r e a ni e t curd t M g u h T a k about 10:30 anr rc K EEPING A N E YE O N T HE U! o t e 24th. Any i f c n a 4/28/0811:15PM nh no o t c t (rea) ?5o-4S67 H g| * «••Pit! mÈmËÈÊlÈÈm i m H IIIÉI! ^ ^ " mtÊÊÊÊKÊÊiÊÊÊÊtÊÊ �C S U S M receives research grant Why some get sick and othe BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer An idea that has perplexed scientists is the issue of why some people get sick while others do not. However, a recent grant from the National Institutes of Health to a CSUSM professor may shed light on this complex medical enigma. The NIH offered Dr. Bianca Mothe a four-year, $440,000 grant to research the reasons behind this puzzle. She, along with CSUSM students, will look at diseases in groups, and the body's use of its built-in defenses. The research conducted by Dr. Mothe and students will look into cells called "helper cells." They will be looking into how these may offer natural resistance to diseases. The reason some people may not be prone to illness is that they have prolific "helper cells" to keep them safe. For those that do not have these defense cells, disease is more likely to affect them. Therefore, the research will involve looking into how doctors can implement or encourage these cells in order to protect a person. According to a press release, hopes for this project also includes being closer in determining a cure or vaccine for terrible afflictions such as Hepatitis C. One of the reasons the NIH chose Dr. Mothe was because of her strong interest in the biological field of illness. In her post-graduate work, she studied the AIDS virus on monkeys, which initially sparked her concern. During this work, she noticed how some creatures had a natural resistance. She cited the immune system for this because the "helper- cells" prevented the virus from reproducing and taking over the species. In some instances^ these cells were able to destroy the virus all together. Her previous work with tnonkeys creates optimism. She has shown th^t monkeys with natural resistance perform better than those who scientists treat with the cur- You survived: Preview BY ALEXANDER HAND Pride Staff Writer First year students looking to t ake a break from studying should attend Student Life And Leadership's (SLL) last "Survival Series" workshop today, Tues. May 6 during U-hour at the Clark Field House in room 110. ' The last workshop of the year, entitled "You Survived" is a celebration for first year students sur- viving their first year at CSUSM. . The event is sponsored by Student Life and Leadership and New Student Programs, and will feature free lunch and free giveaways to participating students. Jenny McDonald, a student that attended last year's event stated, "it's a good way to relax and have f un before finals." This workshop will be the eighth and final event of the year for the "Survival Series." Event coordinator, Eric Rowe, stated the each event features, "tips on how to get students involved, how to be successful, and how to enjoy their experience at CSUSM." The event is open but not restricted to all first year students at CSUSM. Students not able to make it to this event should look forward to the "Survival Series" making a return in the fall with all new events. rent vaccine. The National Institutes of Health, the group who finance this project have headquarters in Maryland and are a federal establishment under the U.S. Department of Health and Human services. According to their mission statement, their goal is "pursuit of fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to extend healthy life." They are the head of twenty institute branches that research afflictions and the human body. They study specific conditions, such as aging and blindness, as well as afflictions in certain parts of the body, such as skin and lungs. By financing Dr. Mothé, they hope to increase understanding on the body's defenses. Dr. Mothé came to CSUSM in 2003 in order, to maintain her work on understanding the importance of "helper cells." Her previous studies include working with mice to observe the immune system, which was possible through a three-year grant. She will continue to work at CSUSM because of her appreciation of the unique environment where undergraduate students can conduct research with her. According to, Dr. Motilé, " I think we're a good combination of research and teaching by bringing them into our lab." SAE Basketball Fundraiser BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSMs Sigma Alpha Epislon Fraternity will be hosting a charity basketball game in honor of Mission Hills High School student, Scott Eveland, who was critically injured in a football game last September. The event will be held at the San Marcos Boys and Girls Club on Saturday from 12 p.m.to 3 pjh.. The game will feature members and alumni of Sigma Alpha Epislon. Scott Eveland, better known as 'Scotty,' was injured on Friday, September 14,2007 during a home game at Mission Hills High School. Eveland was transported to Palomar Medical Center where he underwent surgery to relieve swelling within his brain. Eveland is currently undergoing rehabilitation. All proceeds from the game will go to the Eveland family. For more information on Eveland, his recovery, and how you can help, visit www.pray4scotty.org. o i vl % u CSUSM campus community receives live entertainment arid free Mexican food to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Pictured above, traditional Mexican dancers perform. Photos by Jackie Carbajal/The Pride �Commencement isn't the end Stay connected after May with the CSUSM Alumni Association ciation said, " The Association believes t hat, as alumni devoted to the e fforts of Cal State San M arcos, it should supStudents at Cal State San Marcos port fellow and f uture a lumni in f urhave the r are privilege to be a p art of thering t heir education at the Univera relatively new, rapidly growing Uni- sity. .Thus, we have created t his scholversity. C urrent students will be able arship to assist in lessening the f inant o look back and tell their kids that cial burden associated with r ealizing they were at this school when it j ust professional and p ersonal goals. The began. One of the great t hings about A lumni Association considers educaa ttending a growing school is b enefit- tion as a lifelong p rocess and believes ing f rom the services and rewards that that accessibility a nd quality must come along with it. One of those ser- r emain h allmarks of the U niversity's t radition." There a re many other b enevices is the A lumni Association. The A lumni Association is not j ust fits listed on the A lumni A ssociation's for alumni, but students as well. To web page. "We%e all about staying connected", j oin the A lumni Association a s tudent must have a mirtimum of six uiitts.and said BroSkett, which is the A lumni pay the registration fee of The A ssociation's motto. She o ffered b enefits that go along w ith j oining the i nformation about the u p and coming A lumni Association are well wdrth the C<Mg&r Night at Petco Park on July 12. $30. One o f the b enefits o ff t he long Tickets cost $25 for members and $35 list is the f ree use of the Career Ser- for non-members. Included with the vices that include resume critiques, tickets are: a catered tailgate p arty; the career r esource lab, g raduate and great seats that usually go for $40; professional school i nformation, and special giveaways; a pre-game celebration commemorating the 10th a nnimuch more. Members of the A lumni Associa- versary of the P adres memorable 1998 tion also get 10% o ff any CSUSM logo season; and f ireworks a fter the game. merchandise and 15% o ff the courses " Last year we had almost 300 memo ffered in the Extended Studies p ro- bers and non-members attend and the gram. The A lumni Association also tickets are already selling quickly!" The p urpose of the A lumni Associagives out annual scholarships. There are t hree categories of scholarships tion is t o keep alumni and students of CSUSM connected. One of the many o ffered. The f irst category is the $50 schol- ways t o stay c onnected is t hrough The arship that is awarded to any Cal C ougars' D en, which is a link on the State San Marcos A lumni Association A lumni Association homepage. The member a dmitted t o a degree or c ertif- C ougars' Den is much like MySpace icate p rogram and enrolled in at least or Facebook, but much more p rofessix u nits. The selection is based on the sional, v ery similar t o L inkedln but c andidate's academic m erit, commit- deals directly w ith all those involved ment t o c ommunity, evidence of good in the A lumni Association. Members c itizenship, l eadership p otential and can stay in contact and stay u pdated diverse i nterests. The second is the on what is going on with the college as $500 Cost-of-Books Relief Scholar- well as stay connected to other a lumni. ship, which is awarded t o a student who Along w ith staying c onnected, another has f inancial need and i s enrolled in m ain goal of the A lumni Association at least 6 u nits, with a m inimum GPA is networking. T he Business Card of 3.0. Selection is based on the appli- Exchange enables members an opporcant's creativity and w riting ability tunity t o promote businesses or netdemonstrated in a 250-500 word essay. work w ith other professional members The third scholarship is the $250 Park- online. Joining is a great way t o f ind ing Cost Relief Scholarships, which j obs and make c onnections with those are o ffered to students enrolled in at who have similar i nterests. For students a ttending Cal State San least 12 u nits, with a m inimum GPA of 2.75. Selection is based on applicant M arcos and/or g raduating, the A lumni creativity in explaining why he or she Association is a great way to stay conshould be relieved f rom p arking f ees; nected, f urther educational goals, and Lori Brockett, D irector of A lumni and f ind a great career. Parent Relations at the A lumni AssoBY TOM COCKING Pride Staff Writer Need a C C course t o graduate? Take one of the following courses—watch some great films, read some great books, and fulfill your GE CC requirement this summer! Visit the Literature and Writing Studies website for detailed course descriptions« Session I LTWR 415: Literary and Cinematic Representations of the Middle East [Cross Cultural Encounters: The West and the Middle East] CRN 36152; M W 8- 11 a m ; Instructor; Sàlah MoukMis LTWR 336B: Detectives in Film and Fiction CRN 30046; MWF 2-5 p.m.; Instructor: Mark Wallace LTWR 338: Children's Literature into Film CRN 30047; MWTh 6-8:10 p.m.; Instructor: Martha Stoddard-Holmes Fession II SMST 390A: Chinese Film: Family, Tradition and Gender CRN 30072; MWF 12-3 Instructor: Yuan Yuan LTWR 320: Sacred Texts [Women Mystical Writers] CRN: 30066; M-Th: 6:00-8:10 pm; Instructor: Heidi Breuer Emergency preparedness New b rochure f rom Risk M anagement outlines faculty responsibilities BY NAME REDACTED Pride Staff Writer CSUSM's Risk Management and Safety S ervices recently released a brochure summarizing the faculty responsibilities for student health and safety. Risk Management is responsible for communicating with the campus on how to effectively m inimize the repercussions of liabilities involved on campus. All state employees (including s taff and faculty at CSUSM) are classifiedias disaster service workers. .Thus, t W brochure clearly outlines expectations and areas of concern p ertaining to safety that faculty are supposed to provide for students. It is essential that all faculty members are familiar with Risk Management's policies, so the brochure that was created is á helpful reference. The brochure first addresses classroom safety so faculty can effectively provide a safe learning environment. Classroom safety is broken down into i nforming students throughout class meetings about the hazards to be encountered and consequent safety precautions, emergency reporting (dial 911 on a university phone to contact the University Police), and laboratory safety. There is also a classroom emergency-preparedness video at http:// www.csusm.edu/ep/Video/. There are specific concerns explained p ertaining to disabled students, so pre-planning is advised or a second option is a University Marshall, who is experienced and has t raining in dealing with student disabilities. Another important point the brochure emphasizes is to not use elevators in a case of any emergency. A second issue that the brochure focuses on is out-of-classroom safety. This can include a range of activities including study abroad programs, field trips, and internships. Regarding study abroad programs, faculty are required to provide the mandatory information to insure a safe e xperience/With field trips or other out-of-class activities, faculty members must convey, to students compliance with university policies, a specific example of a policy being alcohol use during the class activity. The Classroom Safety procedure is also applicable in this category for reporting risks for students and proper precautions. A final point is that waivers and other permission forms must be completed and submitted before the event takes place and that there must be a contact person in case of an emergency. A third category of the brochure is internships. The Out-of-Classroom Safety is also relevant in this category. Added responsibilities entail the following: coordinating the student's off-campus experience with appropriate groups, m aking obvious possible risks to students and other individuals and the university's insurance coverage, having the student's emergency contact information, and promoting the student(s) to "follow-up" with the faculty member of any concerns. If a student becomes injured, faculty are required to report the incident t o University Police (and assist the University Police in completing an I njury Report), recommending students to seek medical attention (from the Student Health Center), and contact the Dean of Students for serious injuries. If the i njury is grave, emergency personnel will cover procedures for medical treatment. For f urther information and i nquiries/Risk Manage^ ment is located in Craven Hall 4700. Risk Management and Safety's website can be accessed at http://www.csusm.edu/ rms/index.htm. The Faculty Responsibilities brochure can be obtained at http:// w ww.csusm.edu/rms/docs/Faculty%20 R esponsibilities%20Brochure%201%20 31%2008%20BT%20Final.pdf. CSUSM's Risk Management procedure is available at the following link, http://ww w.csusm .edu/fas/ P olicies&Proc/RiskManagement-Proc. p df. Senior Experience group strives to expand the effectiveness of GENI's marketing techniques BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer producers of cheap, renewable power. The idea was first proposed by Dr. R. Buckminister Fuller," said Schoucair. The College of Business AdministraIn order for a global energy network to tion celebrates Senior Experience's 15th form, organizations and people from around year with over 1,000 projects completed the world must be aware of the noble cause. thus far. CoBA declared students must "We had many recommendations for GENI complete the Senior Experience program but I can say that the quickest results we got before receiving their degree. Among the were when we created a MySpace and Facemany projects scheduled for the spring Bcok, [which] started creating a buzz about semester, one group strives to expand the GENI on these social networking sites. Also, effectiveness of Global Energy Network by benchmarking the GENI website against Institute's marketing techniques. other non-profit organizations websites we The team consists of Yanni Albana, were able to make some suggestions for Daniel Sanders, Ryan Shoucair, and Pris- improvements that may attract more visitors cilla Wood. GENI, a non-profit organiza- to their homepage and illicit repeat visits," tion formed in 1986, contacted CSUSM said Sanders. and asked for-assistance in marketing The group found certain aspects to be more their organization and increasing aware- difficult than other areas. ' The hardest part of ness. Throughout the semester, the team this project was trying to find out what areas worked on the assignment and generated we should trigger to create a stronger awareseveral suggestions based on primary and ness for their initiative," said Shoucair. secondary research coupled with focus Despite the needed attention in specific groups. areas, the team offers advice to future Senior . "Through the GENI initiative, president Experience cougars. "Don't stress too much and founder Peter Meisen seeks to help about taking Senior Experience. It is a unique create s global energy transmission net- project and one that involves all that you have work, linking consumers of energy with learned so far at CSUSM," said Sanders. �W M m CSUSM StudtnU ( w Applicants M mi Mf CjitoteStalfcUtih^^ wÄiuswh^heryoucÄcß^a'vfeit Stetoç h«», your CSUSM ippllrrtrinrt^mit lyoiyfciQwipt.Ba mia lodiacfc wy^iinwi^Jttoiwtlar * Upctetestoyov*appfc<^cr siatus •• Hflws and aftflounoBTÄfitiifanf it cantpus * schedules and NbrmsSoo * A rmâ% mmï M us MY.CSUSM.EDU Ä p e ation ÄS g i BY IVAN GARCIA Pride Staff Writer Fees" link. Click the "Browse/Search courses" link. As summer begins to rear its Next, make sure to change the sunny head, therigmaroleof regis- term to Fall or Summer 2008, tering fornext year's classes might be depending on which term one the only thing that stands in the way needs to sign up for. o fa tired student and the beach. But With this next screen, there are as the campus continues to expand multiple ways of searching for and grow, so will the method and classes. systems for which to register, and this new system is known as MyCTo search for specific classes: SUSM. This new program adopted Once on the Class Search screen by the campus is targeted toward previously explained, immedireplacing the SMART Web and ately, one can search for courses hopefully being the one-stop-shop by selecting the course subject by for all students to find the necessary bring down the drop down list on information they need: transcripts, the "Course Subject" section. For add/drop classes, Degree Audit, etc. example, "Accounting," then click But with the implementation of this "Search" to bring up the list of all new program, comes the confusion Accounting courses offered. of operating it. But hopefully, this If one wishes to search by guide will help to ease the confu- requirements, on the Class Search sion and help all students get the page, click on the "Additional classes they need. Search Criteria" tab. This will open up a plethora of different options to Tofindthe list of classes: search by. But to search by requireGo to \vww.csusm.edu ment, go to the "Course Attribute" Click on the "Current box and type in GERQ. This Students" link. stands for General EduOn the left hand cation Requirement. column, click After doing so, go the "Class to the box below Schedule, that, known as the Calen"Course Attribute dar & Value" box and click on the miniature magnifying class symbol next to the box. This will bring up a list of General Education Requirements that one wishes to search for, including Upper Division. For example, BB, Al, etc. Once you click on the appropri- ate requirement that one wishes to search for, it will take you back account or WebCT and sign in. to the Class search screen with Once signed in, click on the your selections in the "Course "Student Center" link on the upper Attribute" and "Course Attribute left of the screen. Value" changed to your selections. This new page will show your Once done, click on the "Search" current class schedule and offer to bring up a list of courses that options to left of it: "My Class, will fulfill that requirement. Schedule", "Add a Class", and Once you find an appropriate "Drop a Class". To register for course, click on the link to the courses, click the "Add a Class" right of the word "Section". This link. link should look something along Click on the appropriate term for the lines of "01-LEC(40529)" for which you wish to register for and example. click Continue. For example, Fall This will bring up a list of specif- 2008. ics about the course. The number Once here, you may search for of available seats, professor, times/ classes, or register for them. To regdates it meets, and most impor- ister, type in the Course Number of tantly, the course number. the course you wish to sign up for This "Course Number" takes in the box next to the "Enter Class the place of the previously known Nbr" tab, then click "Enter". "CRN". Write down the 5-digit This next screen will show the Course Number, and now, you course specifics that you previare ready to register for the course ously saw, to make sure this is the using the MyCSUSM system. class you want. Once you have reviewed the specifics, click on the "Next" button. register for courses: This will add the course to your Once the Course Number is cart, and allow you to add another copied,, return to the CSUSM course number if you'd like. To homepage. Once there, on the finalize the process, click on the bottom right of the screen, click on "Proceed to Step 2 of 3" button. the MyCSUSM image. This will It will then ask you to confirm open a new window/tab. Or, simply the list of courses to register. If type my.csusm.edu to access it these are the list of courses you'd without returning to the CSUSM like to sign up for, click on the "Finish Enrolling" button. homepage. Congratulations! You have In this new screen, one must login to*access their new account. enrolled for a course for the new Use your net- semester. And if you are so work user inclined, repeat to add id and pass- more courses. word. The same one yo^ Protect y our health* use to access Ensure y our f uture. yourCSUSM email Make informed, healthy, pregnant? c onfident choices* CHOICE real answers, real help. 760*744*1313 birthchoice.net 277 S. Rancho Santa H M> San Marcos 9 2078 • pregnancy tests * pregnancy options and abortion counseling • STD education and prevention • support services mw yjjuiLJj lu ¿umimiuj check your Enrollment date for Fall/Summer 2008: Return to my.csusm.edu and sign in. Click on the "Student Center" link. To the right 6i the screen, under the "Enrollment Dates" section, click on the "details" link. This will show a spreadsheet of you Summer 2008 appointment date. The enrollment date will show on the second column on the first row. For example, immediately under the "Appointment Begins",.sectipn, it will show a date. For example, April 7, 2008 at 3:00 PM. To access the registration appointment date for Fall 2008, click on the "Change Term" button. Select Fall 2008 and click "Continue" It will then show the date for which you can begin registering for courses. Exploring the site itself is easy and organized, although the idea of using a new system is depressing, it takes time to get used to it. Good luck and happy hunting! �Top local places to have fun this summer BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer 1. San Diego County Fair The 2008 San Diego County Fair will run from June 14 through July 6. This year the theme is "Summer of Sports." With a huge variety of rides, museums, petting farms, and endless amounts of food, this is one event you won't want to miss. Admission is $12 for adults and only $6 for kids. For more information, go to www.sdfair.ccMn/fair. 2. Sea World If you haven't been to Sea World yet then you are missing o ut Get up close with your favorite creatures of the sea, such as dolphins, sharks, seals, and stingrays. With the new killer whale show, Shamu's "Believe," this is the perfect way to spend the warm summer evenings. For a full day of fun, tickets are only $59.99 for adults and $49.99 for kids. 3. Legoiand The wonderful world of Legoiand is a great place to spend the day and bring out the kid in you. There are millions and millions of legos put together to create different structures all around the park. With over 50 rides and attractions there will be no time for the kid inside you to rest or contain the enjoyment. Prices are only $59.95 for adults and $49.95 for children. 4. Coronado Coronado is one of the greatest places in San Diego. The island contains many street waysfilledwith assorted shops and restaurants that will keep any newcomer's attention for most of the day. Along with its vast beaches and rich culture, you can always find something fun and entertaining to do. 5. Fiesta Island Fiesta Island is the perfect place for any partygoers during the summer. The large "island," which is located in Mission beach but still connected to the land, has a 360-degree view of the beautiful bay. With numerous fire pits around the island it is the perfect place to BBQ with friends andfiestathe night away. 6. La Jolla Cove La Jolla Cove is known for being one of the most photographed beaches in Southern California. Its beautiful waters and sandstone attract beachgoers from all around. Just a short walk away is the community of La Jolla that has numerous shops and delicious restaurants, which is a perfect way to spend a summer day. 7. Zoo The world famous San Diego Zoo is a great way to spend the day surrounded by hundreds of majestic animals. With entertainment such as bird shows, elephant shows, park and bus tours, and polar bear exhibits, it is the perfect place to take any animal lover. Prices are only $34.00 for adults and $24.00 for kids. 8. Petco Park —. ^ ; The newly b u i 1t Ballpark is located in Downtown San Diego. You can either drive or take a trolley in order to get here and parking is never too much of an issue. Eat, drink, and watch The Padres for only $10 a person for bleacher seats. 9, Del Mar With miles and miles of beautiful beaches, Del Mar is one of the best places for surfing or just taking it easy and having a leisure day on the beach. A short walk up to the streets of Del Mar also provides endless shops and great places to eat. 10. Balboa Park Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park. It is home of 15 major museums, large and extravagant 1 gardens, and holds musical festivals and concerts along with assorted classes. For more information and a calendar of events go to www.balboapark.org. 7 SPRINTS! service begins March 9,2008 Car tires take flight BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer This video gives a perfect insight into the uses of ski jump tracks in warm weather when snow does not coat it Simply put, this video documents a group of. people rolling car tires down a ski slope and measuring how far the tires launch. The video appears to be an experiment where men and women in white lab coats and gloves roll six different tires down a ski jump and measure how far they launch. The tires used comefroma minivan, a sedan, a sports car, a garbage truck, an F-l, and a bulldozer. If the video were just of the tires rolling and seeing how fast and far they go it would be Leave the Sprinting to us. North County's ttew SPRINTER tight rail train lias arrived. With service every half hour on weekdays and every hour on the weekends, it's easy to hop aboard the SPRINTER. Catch the train at any one of the new 1 5 stations. BREEZE buses are conveniently coordinated to connect you to major destinations along the Highway 7 8 corridor. Your ticket to North County's new short cut begins «1 only $ 2 per trip. SPRINT GoNCTD.com • G il 5 11 MOVE 11m/ Mmm Mr PEOPLE •PS OmmOmmOmmOmmOmmQwmmOmmO^OmmO ' Oi O M O 1 5 S TATIONS SERVING YO.U • • nm i rw t L ...... - entertaining enough. Nevertheless, where the comedy comes in is how the try and stop tires which are moving in excess of 100 km/h. Revealing more would spoil the conclusion and the winner of this spectacle, which should be observed and not ruined Another element that makes this video enjoyable is the camera work and other techniques to make it more dramatic. The camerawork also makes die performance intense as it zooms in for exciting close-ups. In the conclusion ofthe video, editors wove in random clips of skiing to delay the hilarious conclusion. Viewers can find this clever and pleasant video on www.break.com, the full URL is http://break.ccmi/index/rolling-tires-off-a-skijumpiitml. It can appeal to anyone looking for a laugh at satire. Music the way you like it BY GABI MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer and gather new and old music similar to the original search. This Internet radio then creates a "station" with full-length Finding music you songs it believes you may like. enjoy should not be a The creators would like feedback on hassle. With all the dif- mmmSSSmmm the songs you like, whether it's a thumbs • ferent music search up or thumbs down, "If it's not quite right engines like MySpace, pure volume, and you can tell it so and it will get better for you." iTunes (to name a few)— it should be The thumbs up gives them the okay to play quick and easy right? Wrong. It can be over more like it. On the other hand the thumbs whelming, ajid difficult. This no longer has down throws up the red flag that lets them to be the case. Pandora is a search engine know "it's not what this station should play." that has the ability to narrow music selecPandora not only allows you to create as tions to your likes and dislikes. many "stations" as you wish, it also gives According to the creators, a team of 50 you the opportunity to search and listen musician and music lovers began back to other individuals' "stations." Pandora in 2000 with the Music Genome Project. also comes with a direct link that will link Analyzing one song at a time, to collect users to i1\ines, or direct you to Amazon musical details, such as rhythm, melody, to purchase the songs of your choice. vocals, lyrics, and more. . Thanks to this new world of Pandora Type the name of your favorite artist or radio, you wont have to rely on sources like song into Pandora, it will quickly search MTVJs TRL to tell you what to listen to. Website of The Week �Malaria in Africa . - . -T|| f n ; | , . Nothing but Nets and Nets for Life Twq,campaign$ BY AMY SALISBURY combating a global jumped on board and took the message f&fionmde. In the two years ofNothing But Nets* operation» nearly 2 million antimalaria the spread of materia in African countries. Granted» the process seems simple. How could plain gauze nets prevent malaria? iMalaria spreads though mosiitoes harboring parasites that ntost concentrated iti'Sub-Saba- |nfectired Jbjoodjcellf and a pse them to-burst Most common in United tropical regions, malaria kills one person 30 seconds. Pride S tf# Writer The phrase "nothing but n ef might conj&eup thoughts of the perfect threSj||rnt shot at an allstar baskgfcalfjpme. I | f ajtthem is e vena weekly aptly named "NoiSm* but Net" that past win^i^wmfy, fte p hra^ c t o W t e goes^|D the puichastffef has bed nets. Notìung But Nets gär- ease ajp young childrenj^c; ing sinceits conception. 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Nearly 500 million|people confer laMBiasg interactive Net Distribution Map n tifai Together we acontinent Photo courtesy ofnothingbutnets.com I'-v ; f • Founders ••I [Mill mtm M a •z• a a -wm m I m •••••••••• « • m>:m mmwfm^Wm a w f f i S P S p A e n S Wsolluyingijt www* i I i ci su^sm ^ booksto reTcom i ^ w L mmmmmmmm �Last day of classes that meet first session of term Çvent July 7 first day of class for second session classes July 10 Last day to drop classes with no academic record trgminds y May 22 . ìuèfróm Instructors lplp^ay'26 Memorial Day j j j Campus Closed 12:00 p.m. Graduate School Workshop Saturday May 10 Ä / 4 L £%4M PmiOD 4:00 p.m. African American Graduate É â ^ p h it i o ^ ^ ^ CFHUSU#113 Sunday June 1 Grades available on MyCSUSM 8:00 a-iri. dourt of Honors Com 206 Monday June 2 First day of summer 2008 summer session classes August 9 Last day of classes that meet second half of term July 10 12:00 p.m. Payment deadline for classes reserved April . 28-July 9 August 7 12:00 p.m. Payment deadline for classes reserved July 10-Aug 6 August 14 We^tie^ßßy May 7 8:00 a.m. Monday May 12 Final Exams Cougar Bazaar & Student Tuesday May 13 Final Exams Sllc^yiaza Wednesday May 14 Final Exams lll^^n.. ^^Wial^ox Kellogg Plaza j k 7:00 p.m. ^ ^ ¿ C p J Zeta Beta Tau Football j^rigpffn Field ' | j j | f Ì § j Thursday May 8 June 2 - June 9 Add/Drop period for summer 2008 classes Grades due from instructors August 22 June 9 Official grades available on Last day to drop classes MyCSUSM August 25 Last day to add classes Last day to change grading First day of classes that options meet fuflsessbh Thursday May 15 July 4 Independence Day August 25-Sept 8 Add/Drop period ¡llf&ymenf deadline for summer classes hifi , i «reserved through May Hookah Lounge Pool Tables Games SELF REGISTER FOR CAMPUS EMERGENCY ALERTS!!! in order to receive Campus Emergency Alerts you must self register into the system» Monday Night Pool Tournament To further strengthen campus emergency preparedness Gal State San Maree® has Implemented a mass notification system to communicate with the campus community during times of emergency. This system allows students, faculty and staff to determine how they would like to be notified if the campus should experience an emergency. Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials Choices include one or more of the following: Great Food Over 50 Hookah Flavor's Happy Hour 4:00-6:00 P.M. 1220 (E Mission, San Marcos l iiblilv l i i h h l v Ca! II M I &M M • • « • • • SMS text message (standard text messaging fees appty) Cell phone Campus e-mail Personal e-mal! Home phone Work phone To register go to: www.csusin.edu/ep and follow the prompts to enter your personal information �S oftball p rogram s hows g rowth Winning 17 more games than in 2007, The Cougars have punched their first ticket to the postseason BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM S oftball will open u p the 2008 p ostseason t oday at 9 a.m. at Cal B aptist U niversity in Riverside. The C ougars are one of f our t eams in the N AIA Region II t ournament, t aking the # 4 seed. The C ougars w ill go up against the #1 seed CBU L ancers. In addition t o b eing seeded #1 in the p layoffs, the L ancers' 51-5 r egular season record h as them atop t he national r ankings. The C ougars have f aced CBU t hree t imes t his season, issuing the L ancers one of t heir f ive r egular-season losses in a n ail-biting 1-0 w in in e xtra i nnings on April 19. In t heir t hree matchups with CBU, the Cougars were outscored 15-1, however, the v ictory in A pril makes t his «game t hat much more interesting. Biola and Point L oma N azarene will also be competing in the p layoffs. On t he season, the Cougars are 2-2 a gainst Biola and 0 -4 against Point Loma. The 2008 season was the Cougars best g a|s improved immensely u pon t heir 10-31 jrecord f rom 2007. T he C ougars capitalized on t ournament g ames, ^ finishing the season with a 9 -0 neu- t rai site; record;,£hat included an u ndefeated e ffort at the Sun West Tournament in March. The Cougars' team b atting average was .269, up f rom .253 in 2007. CSUSM pitching held o pponents- to .230 at the plate with a 1.76 combined ERA. Junior, Melissa L erno f inished the season with a 1.05 ERA and a 11-6 record, averaging 4.8 s trikeouts over 21 appearances. The Cougars f inished the r egular season r anked #22 in the NAIA: National r ankings, and # 4 in the NAIA Region II r ankings. The stats don't lie. The Cougars! improvement f rom 10-31 to 27-17 i n only one year is a sure sign of big Shanti Poston drives in the winning run on April 19, issuing CBU their fifth and final loss of the t hings to come f or t he young p roseason. Photo by Tim Moore / The Pridegram. Cougar baseball finishes season with a huge comeback in the top of the 7th by the Cougars. Dane Ponciano hit h is 2nd RBI hit of the game, k nocking in two r uns for The C ougars scored six r uns in the the Cougars. Mike Pena would later seventh and eighth i nnings to beat San score on a wild pitch to tie the game Diego C hristian 10-8 in a late i nning 7-7 going into the bottom half of the surge. inning. Coming o ff a 18-23 record last year, The Cougars would score t hree the C ougars finished the 2008 season more r uns to gain an insurmountable 22-16-1 in what w as a year that breathed 10-7 lead. new l ife into the baseball p rogram. Pitcher, David Julio, who went one Down 3-1 in the top of the 4th, the Cou- i nning giving up t hree hits and a r un, gars scored 3 r uns, which included an ¿ ot his 4th win of the season, extendRBI double by R icardo Moran> ing his record to 4-3. Auggie RichardSan Diego C hristian s truck back with son closed the game out, t hrowing a t wo more r uns in the bottom of the p erfect 9th i nning t o pick u p his 2nd i nning to regain the lead 5 -4. RBI hits save of the season. f rom Danny Gonzalez and Kenoli ForiThe Cougars won the game 10-8 seca accounted f or the two r uns scored. and look t o improve on t heir w inning Trailing 7-4, t he comeback began season next year. BY LANCE CARTELLII Pride Staff Writer in the t wo year history^ of the program,; Finishing with a record 27-17, A e C pu- GSUSM Track a nd Field h as s trong showing a t Steve Scott invitational BY TIM MOORE Pride Staff Writer CSUSM Track and Field competed in the Steve Scott Invitational at UC Irvine on Sunday, performing well in anticipation of Nationals later this .month. . The event, which featured top NCAA talent from across the nation, is named after CSUSM's very own Track and Field coach, Steve Scott—one of the greatest milers in the* history of American running. The Cougars had a great showing, anchored by senior, Sergio Gonzales, who finished the 1,500-meter in 9th place with a time of 3:54. Junior, Anthony Guadagnini finished 12th with a time of 3:56. Senior, Billy Walker finished 13th in the 100-meter dash final. Junior, Aaron Parker finished the 400-meter hurdles in ninth place with a time of 15.05. Junior, Kyle Huges took fifth place in the 3,000-meter steeplechase with a time of 9:30. The men's 4x400 relay team placed second overall with a time of 3:16, 1BI BB For the women's team, senior, Samaritha Showns finished 17th in the 400-meter dash, with a time of 58.13. Senior, Ashleigh Davis, finished the 100-meter hurdles in 10th place with a time of 14.35. The women's 4x400 relay team finished third with a time of 3:56. The Cougars have one more event before Nationals—The Occidental Invitational on Saturday at Occidental College in Los Angeles. �12 A&E Tuesday; Afoy 2008 T HE P RIDE The Loca, L isten By Amy Salisbury I Pride Staff Writer ! 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The chorus may have a bit of similarity to the overplayed single, but Dirty Sweet presents a completely ' different dynamic. The band displays j a serious "yesteryear" vibe through ar> almost Eagles-like approach t o s ^ constructim K rty Sweet could l ^ ^ ^ ^ t h o i t t t i e slide guitar; but j Familiar yet original, Echo Revolution sounds a bit Rke early Deaih Cab for iTuries:Ye$ Cutie meets j barely three minutes in length, packs Jack the Original quite an energetic punch in the form "Heard Somebody Cty*' of Brit-pop's swinging melodies and sharp vocats. San Diego should • great mmoem these • " . boys. Echo Revolution's third album: i &Safe to Start,* makes them Moody and simple, this unusual track echoes the instrumental styling Of ambient artists Explosions in the thick from Jack the Original's "Heard Somebody ^ ry^ nor is it shocking that the four-part harmonies fall. perfectly into place. A driving melody makes W s song a fey track for the band who are actually wo&ing on a r wrelease* Dirty Sweet "Delilah" ^bktheoriginal iTunes: Yes * The Burning of Rome "Alexandra" This seven-piece band creates an odd funhouse atmosphere with vocals that are haurrtingly similar t o Muse's epic, "Knights of Cydonia." "Alexandra" utilizes multitudes of different sounds t o discover a harmonic dissonance that somehow works itself out. Fading out with a vastly electronic hum, the impact of # jis 0x{^imental tune lives on even : when the speakers are off. I t i ^ e charismatic musicians may be a throwback t o t i e Beatles years, but they're certainly no tribute band. ttiebumingofrome It% no surprise that originality pours ; iTurtes: Yes ' T iTuries: Yes Photos courtesy respective artist's myspace website Document Services We can print, collate and bind presentation materials, including complex and high-volume jobs. 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And make no mistake: "Iron Man" will be a blockbuster, perhaps the first that I would recommend you see in a while, and definitely the first of the superhero films I would cofisider seeing a second time. Unlike other films, in which the hero is submersed in toxic goo and gains magic strength, or gets bitten by a radioactive spider and gains superpowers, the premise of this flick is, if not highly believable, at least has a somewhat logical progression. A man invents a suit that enables him to fly and do other amazing things (and I don't want to give anything away so I'll keep it general). But said man is already a wunderkind, a genius son of an atomic scientist, who graduated top of his class at MIT. He doesn't gain his knowledge in a ridiculous manner, suddenly, from a prophesied eclipse or an extremely convenient nuclear a supporting cast that includes Terrence accident. Howard and Gwyneth Paltrow, thfs movie That said, this is still a movie about a man has some great acting. The problem is that who does extraordinary things our Academy Awards are that might not be possible often chosen without sigin real life. But you forget nificant thought of the ; about what I'm sure are general public. This film some pretty huge sci- soars (pun intended), ^ entific inaccura- in part, because it has cies when faced "no pretenses about with the acting. awards. It is not trying I haven't seen to prove anything. Robert Downey These are actors tryingJr. do this well to play people in ways in years. that will appeal to millions, which can honestly be more He's absolutely aston- * ishing. He should stay sober for his h e a l t h first and foremost, but second, so that we can be treated to decades more of his acting. He plays Tony Stark, a brilliant and wealthy playboy and a hilarious cad, with an unbelievably inflated opinion of himself. But as Stark would probably point out though, it's only vanity if you're not really as good as you think you are. 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So g rab your f riends, and your favorite senior citizens, and , head down for a movie t hat, dare I say it, might almost be worth the s k y - h i ig h price of a ticket. �14 Tuesday; Afay 6, 2008 A&E THE PRIDE Sombrero San Marcos: Artist recommended BY RUDY MARTINEZ Pride Staff Writer The infamous Sombrero, made popular by the legendary pop-punk band, Blink-182, does in fact live up to its name. The newest Mexican food haven is located tight up the street from campus, with perfect hours for early morning and late night burrito fixes. They are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday to Saturday and offer fairly cheap prices, especially for burrito-starved students. Upon entering, the sizzle of the grill and the sound of mariachi music are quite inviting. Sombrero's menu is a sea of burritos, tacos, combination plates, and other mouthwatering deliciousness. " For burrito critics, the carne asada burritos are fit for kings (and queens... and everyone else in the court). The standard carne asada is filled with guacamole, pico de gallo (tomatos, onion, cilantro), ajid of course, carne asada. There will not be any unwanted stringy slices 6f chewy fat found in these tortilla wrapped pieces of heaven. Unlike many t)ther taco shops^ Sombrero's carne asada is cubed, whidh is how most of the fat is removed. Hpwever, unless you're a huge fan of guacamole^ easy or light guaca-' mole should be considered. cream, and your classic churro. Once you've The San Marcos location is found in the inhaled one of these, you will definitely con- same plaza that the new LA Fitness at 133 North Twin Oaks Valley Road. For more sider a second or possibly a third (or more). Your average meal for two people will information, catering, and online coupon run anywhere from $10 to $18 depending specials, visit www.sombreromex.com. on how big your eyes are. At Sombrero, you have good deals and prices with great food and service, it definitely ranks up there with my grandma's Mexican food. However, if you are a fan of salsa or hot sauce with your meal, the choices are quite limited to a chunky mild salsa, a kind of smoky and peppery hot salsa, and a green medium salsa. You may have to BYOS (bring your own salsa) to this fiesta. After a nice combination plate of enchiladas, four rolled tacos (aka taquitos), beans, and rice, I didn't walk away with the heavy gut feeling like most Mexican food . "^ 'M leaves you with. One thing I know isforsure. I have found To top off the meal, Sombrero offers flaa new place to spend my vored churrqs. That's ^ight. FLAVORED lunches. churros. The thought of the favorable theme Sombrero has several locapark treat injected with flavor really intrigued tions in San Diego County. me. The flavors they offer are strawberry, Photo by Rudy Martinez / The Pride Some other favored burrito choices offered include a California burrito, bean & cheese, chimichanga (deep fried burrito), mix (shredded beef and bean which is quite messy but none-the-less delicious),fish,carnitas, and for the vegetarians: a veggie burrito which consists ofrice,beans, lettuce, and pico de gallo. The prices of burritos range from $2.19 for à bean burrito, $5.60 for a shrimp burrito, and average about $4.50 after tax. Whichever burrito you end up choosing, it will rank up among thé top burritos you've ever had. Tacos, enchiladas, taquitos, oh my! If you're a fan of the combination plate rather than a la carte items, there are 30+ combinations to choose from. Whether your fancy is two tacos, beans, and rice, or a carne asada dinner, theçe is àiv option for you! Not to mention the limited time offer of $5 for any combination plate, which should also help your decision. Otherwise, the combination plates are $7.05 for plates that include rice and beans, and ^$7^9 for combination dinners, which include rice, beans, and a torti- Endless Summer Light And on the classy side. Wilson Creek's Almond Champagne BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer Karl Strauss Brewing Company brews Endless Summer Light, a throwback to the 1964 movie "The Endless Sumpier," by filmmaker Bruce Brown, in San Diego, California. Karl Strauss operates six brewery restaurants in Southern California. The Carlsbad location sits closest to CSUSM. The company began in 1989 with Karl Strauss, his cousin, C EO and co-founder Chris Cramer, and Cramer's college comrade and the company's president, Matt Retner. Karl Strauss was born in Minden, Germany; He was actually born on the land of his father's brewery. He grew up on the brewery and left when he was 18. He earned a degree in Science of Malting and Brewing from the Technical University Munich at Weihenstephan, Germany. He person to receive Award of Honor Award of Merit Master Brewer's ation of the Ameri- tainer holds six 12 fluid ounce d^Bf brown glass bottles and retails for $7.99 at BevMo. A simple scene most likely taken from the movie "The Endless Summer" identifies as the centerpiece of the packaging. Sandy tan and sun burned orange hues color the packaging. The bottles adoring yellow bottle caps, share the same imaging. The beer pours smooth, like running water from a garden hose on a lawn on a hot summer day. No head forms but a thin brim of suds ensure that the rising carbonated bubbles do not release any flavoring of hops and malts. The beverage embodies a crisp amber color similar to the rays rising off the waves at local San Diego County beaches in summer time. The light beer enters the mouth sending a gentle surge of zest, then softens up and passes through leaving the mouth moist. With only 110 calories and 2.8% alcohol by ,volume the beer serves as a great summer refreshment for almost any occasion. Two weeks remain for the spring, semester and soon Cougars will be basking in the radiant warmth in San Diego under the beloved golden sun. Cougars will also be graduating, getting married, attending BBQ/ beach/pool parties etc. Endless Summer Light's characteristics ensure a relaxing and rejuvenating experience throughout the entirety of summer. Until next time, Cougars...cheers! BY JONATHAN E. THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer ceremonies associated with summer, enjoy : a bottle of Wilson Creek Almond Flavored .California Champagne. As always, celeWilson Creek Winery and Vineyards: brate responoffers their Almond Champagne in s i b 1 y . Temecula, California. The Wilson family Cheers! purchased 20 acres of land in the Temecula Valley Wine Country in 1996 with intentions of operating a winery. Twelve years later, the winery has grown in popularity and magnitude. The winery is a favorite amongst local residents and year-round tourists. Champagne, France owns exclusive rights to uSe the term champagne for their sparkling wine. The U.S. recognizes these rights in respect to President Carter's signature in the Treaty of Versailles. However, the U.S. Senate never ratified the treaty. Therefore, the U.S. legally allows U.S. manufacturers of sparkling wine to name their product "champagne" if the manufacturer clearly •indicates the geographical location in which the sparkling wine originates on their bottles. Essentially, champagne and sparkling wine are synonymous in the product they describe, regardless of the lingo. Wilson Creek Almond Flavored California Champagne retails for $10.99 at BevMo. The 750 ML bottle has an 11% alcohol by volume and arrives from Woodbridge, CA. The champagne displays a faint blonde shade when poured into a glass generating bitter and sugary scents. The beverage begins smooth with flavors similar to marshmallows and almonds while finishing with a slight kick of bitterness. The quick transition from sweet to bitter creates a delightful treat for the taste buds. • To celebrate the many festivities and ' �A&E THE PRIDE Tuesday; May 6, 2005 15 Coldplay releases new single English rockers climb "Violet Hill" BY AMY SALISBURY Pride Staff Writer Alternative British exports Coldplay have set their sights on June 17 as the official release date for their fourth album, Viva La Vida or Death AndAll His Friends. Though fans of the band have awhile to wait, they can delight in the generous unveiling of Viva's first single, "Violet Hill." Generosity may well be an understatement. On April 27, Coldplay revealed that they would release "Violet Hill" from the band's website entirely free of charge beginning on April 29 at 12:l3PM (4:15AM Pacific Time) for exactly one week. Unfortunately, the surprise announcement came too late for the Pride to inform our favorite Brit-pop-loving classmates of this fabulous freebie. Without any publicity, "Violet H iir is already receiving massive amounts of air- play worldwide. If you haven't had the pleasure of experiencing this morsel of musical bliss, you are in the right place to satiate your hunger before Viva hits iTunes. The song begins in a relatively expected way. Moody ambient guitar swims through a seemingly empty space in a rather lengthy 40-second intro. Suddenly, frontman Chris Martin's voice pierces through the foggy synth, "Was a long and dark December," not to be -confused with the Counting Crows song. The verse seems to settle into Coldplay's trademark heavyhanded piano only for a time, then a hairpin turn ensues in the form of Johnny Buckland's guitar coming down hard in the style of A Rush of Blood to the Head's "Politik." No real chorus exists but Martin's longing plea to a seemingly absent lover, "If you love me/Won't you let me know?" The verse to follow bears lyrics alluding to a war of sorts, "Priests clutched onto Bibles/ All rode out to fit theirrifles,"with sentiments concerning the fight akin to Keane's "A Bad Dream." Just past the halfway point, Buckland's guitar solo utilizes a sound that I, personally, have never heard out of these musicians. A simple vibe wins out in the end, conjuring a sight of Martin sitting solemnly alone calling out to his lost love. The single ultimately delivers a song structure like that of X&Y's "Square One:" a hushed intro, commanding verses, and a lullaby of a wrap-up. If Coldplay isn't your scene, Viva may just be the turning point. Rumored album elements include Middle Eastern percussion, Latininfluenced rhythms, looped electronic riffs, and Martin's newfound deeper vocals. Judging by Viva's free sample single, no one truly knows what to expect from the dynamic genius of Coldplay. Photo courtesyofAmazon.com review: Flobots M usicar f usion on y our s tereo BY ROSS LICHTMAN Pride Staff Writer BY BILL RHEIN Pride Staff Writer On televisions nationwide, the people can hear the perpetual sound of police sirens as "Grand Theft Auto IV" hit shelves April 29. Just in time to divert students during finals week, this offers addicting game play, similar to the previous titles in the series. Also similar to the previous games, the gamer plays as a criminal diving deep into the world of crime. GTAIV takes place in Liberty City, similar to New York City, and follows a character named Niko, a Serbian immigrant who is looking for success. His past as a soldier in the Bosnian War defines his actions as he is air unforgiving person who uses violence to climb the crime ladder. Though he cares about his cousin Roman, his true motivation is money. The objectives of the game are to steal cafs, avoid the police, and do nefarious deeds for money, much like the other games in the series. The first feature .that sets this, game apart is the depth of the map. The game is set on the islands of Liberty City, where the creators heightened the detail as compared to other games. The environment is much more interactive and more buildings are accessible, adding to the realism. Images courtesy ofgamedaily.com The game has a slightly cartoon look, but the graphics are smooth and it is a visual treat. Tactics are also a new part of the game, as the "rush-in, shoot 'em up" style will get the character killed. Players must use cover and the right weapon per situation to complete a mission. The game is available for Playstation 3, but it is oh the XBOX 360 where this game shines. Players can enjoy the numerous achievements to build their gamer score on XBOX Live. As well, there is a new multi-player element to the game. Online play can range from cooperative campaign play, racing through the city streets, to an all out urban brawl. This offers gamers more for their money. However, one could not address this game without a word of warning. GTA IV is an incredibly violent game and is not meant for children. Though young ones should not be playing M-Rated games such as Halg or Assassin's Creed anyway, this one is different because it is so realistically violent and contains strong adult themes including sex and drugs. Players should remember that it is just a game, and should contemplate if the lack of morals in the game makes it worthwhile. GTA IV is certainly a wellmade game and it has raised the bar for video game potential. Yet due to the content, players must think before they play. As I drove down the freeway, I listened to the radio and flipped through local rock stations trying to find anything worth listening to. I stopped on 91X because I heard the radio host saying that he was about to play new music. The song he played was called "Handlebars" by Flobots. As the song started all that was playing was a week plucking of a violin and a guy singing about how he can ride a bike without holding on the handlebars. The song didn't sound very promising, but I am very glad that I did not change the station. As the song went oh it exploded into a combination of a very impressive rap song combined with a rock feel to it. When it was over I literally sat in my car with goosebumps. I was instantly hooked. The second I got home, I looked up their album titled, "Fight With Tools," and listened to every track on iTunes. Each song hit me, and I realized that this would be the new album that I fall in love with. I instantly bought it and have not stopped playing it since. Flobots is made up of 7 very talented musicians: two emcees, base guitarists, a drummer, viola, and trumpet player. They doavery goodjob at combining the feel of a rock song with the steady flow of a hip-hop song. Throughout their album the soft horns and violins compliment their use'of steady heavy beats in the background. I am usually not into political music but pretty much every song talks about an important issue that takes place in our world. Their lyrics, which talk about such issues as 9/11, Katrina, or the war in Iraq, not only criticize these issues but also talk about positive things that can be done to improve our way of life. I was a little hesitant when I found out their album preached ' about some of these events because many times hip-hop artists can stray from the real meaning of these issues in their songs, but Flobots do no such thing. I believe the track "Handlebars" is the best overall track with its exceptional blend of eerie lyrics and massive back-' ground drums, guitar, and violin. Other great tracks on the album include "Same Thing," "Rise," and "Mayday!!!" Flobots' perfect blend of rock, hip-hop, and instrumental genius, makes this an album that you definitely need to check . out. v ^ �Tuesday; May 6, 2008 THE PRIDE By Tim Moore f Pride Stcgf Writer AIKEN by album sales, brings youtosfifthstudio release eek* off of their 1998 album "Stuà The dbum'sfirstsingle is the 6He track, *0n My Way Here. first children's' album. Yes, the BAREl ALBUM! Front man Ed Robinson sayi mm than 2 to i Wfe set outtomate thatwoufd àttera CLASSIC R OCK Home Before Dark jj kTHÊ LONG BU used the showtopromote his new album "Home Before Dark" last Wednesday. Neil is known as one of the most listeners in on the new album. Home Before Dark" features 12 tracks with that all too familiar voice. ptes^ThejJ I ' M N OT T HERE Rent It This semi-experimental film depicts the life of the great American musician Bob Dylan. What set this movie apart is that six different actors, including Christen Bale, Heath Ledger, and Cate Blanchett, who represent his different moods and attitudes, play Dylan. f&vtaMtPH, B ELLA Rent It inspired by a true story, this moving film has been out since 2006. However, it spent significant time on theflfmfestival circuit, and came away with the People's Choice Award in Toronto, joining the ranks of "Hotel Rwanda," 'American Beauty/ and "Amelie." Its story and acting make it a must-see. RSL I L OVE Y OU B t t ^ l W t e ^ e ^ for a couple's night, as it is simitar to «In such as "The- Notebook.* H itay Swank does not s M w g ^ f ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ f e ^ w r f i M É a r e much better films out skip it and barely scraped up much at Me box office, Thts is a terrible the word, and a waste of time. lackluster comedies. / Images courtesy ojamazott.com -'r : iÊÊlÊlÈÈÈSÈSSÈÊÈÊÊISÈÊÊ � 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>2007-2008</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The eighteenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. 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