https://archives.csusm.edu/student-newspapers/files/original/fbd7e60160b9123c4ce007e77ba63ba5.pdf 47d647ea739bc35d8bbef6eca216da86 PDF Text Text http:/ / www.csusm.edu/pride/ California State University, San Marcos Guest Speakers Share: World AIDS Day Drug and Alcohol Awareness Seminar Giovanni Ferrer Catherine Armas-Matsumoto PRIDE STAFF WRITER PRIDE STAFF WRITER On Wednesday, December 1, three guest speakers shared their stories and experiences, commemorating World Aids Day at CSUSM. Two of the guests were HIV/AIDS positive, while the third was a caregiver at two licensed facilities in North County. Many people die or are severely injured as a result of drug and alcohol related accidents each year. In an effort to promote Understanding, Student Health Services sponsored a Drug and Alcohol Awareness Seminar Thursday, December 2 in ACD 102 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Although adults between the ages of 25-45 represent the largest population of reported cases of AIDS in the U.S., young adults between 14 and 25 are at the greatest risk of contracting the disease, especially women. The Peer Education and Support Program, along with Health, Counseling and Disability Services, raised AIDS awareness on campus with the presentation. The event opened with a welcome from Reina Abeyta, a LVN from the Student Health Center, and co-coordinator of the day's event. ASI president Waleed Delawari then read an emotionstirring poem about a young girl who had refrained from drinking at a party, only to be killed by a drunk driver. The audience listened attentively to the four speakers who followed. After further tests, the results came back HIV positive. She is not absolutely sure whether or not she contracted the virus through the dirty needle. The second guest speaker was a middle-aged male Hispanic who was HTV positive. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and was raised in Chicago and Orange County, See AIDS Pg. 15 The Pride Schola Pacifica ........5 Cynthia Woodward Andrea Cavanaugh PRIDE STAFF WRITER PRIDE STAFF WRITER The display offered an immediate, visceral understanding of art's importance t o humanity, simply by removing it from view for one day. The handouts called Day Without Art a day of "conscious confrontation with loss," reminding viewers of the many lives cut short by AIDS. One poster read, "Some people have lost everyone they know." The magnitude of the loss of art shrinks in relation to the loss humanity suffers because of the dreaded disease. The handouts also asked viewers to Work toward a cure for AIDS. U CSD Ensemble. Student Affairs;....................12 find an apartment that housed other HIV/AIDS tenants. She took AIDS medications for a few years but found the side effects unbearable. She no longer takes medication and her physician must monitor her more frequently. She said that her life is more stable now. SAMANTHA M . CAHILL/ A Day Without Art Black shrouds covered library artwork on Wednesday, Evaluations.........................6 December 1, in observance of Templeton Guide Day Without Art 1999. Posters Campus Emergencies and handouts placed on or near the shrouds explained the conHealthy Ways.. ....:...,7 nection between the loss of art Words to Live By and the loss of lives, due to AIDS. The walls of the CSUSM EDIAL library, which normally exhibit artwork, were draped with Notable Books shrouds, the covering used for Tutoring Opportunitiesthe dead. The visual impact of ssaulted s Mission Statement. .9 tfhe shrouds sataff as theytudents, aculty, and entered and exited the library. Great Eggs-pectations 10 it's going to end up." She and her husband divorced. She lost her job. When she fell sick, she finally had to tell her two chil dren. She said that her children responded well and that she received a great deal of support from their friends. But things began to get worse. She couldn't make her car payments, bills "were piling up, arid she eventually ended up homeless. She wasn't out in the street but had to stay with friends. The speaker became emotionally distraught and tears fell as she told the audience how she was terrified that people in the medical field would find out about her illness. Her husband told her not to tell anyone and for a couple of years she kept it a secret. She said of the aftereffects of the disease, "It's like a Finally, a friend told her wrecking ball hitting brick by about a support group called brick and you don't know where Being Alive. They helped her Speakers included Kathleen The first speaker was a midBlatner, a nurse practitioner who dle-aged woman who tested has treated many victims of drugr HIV positive eight years ago while married with two chilSee DRUGS Pg. 15 dren. Before learning she had contracted the virus, she worked as a nurse at a local hospital helping treat AIDS patients. IN THIS ISSUE One day at work she accidentalOpinion. ........... .C... .2-3 ly pricked herself with a needle used on one of the AIDS patients. She was tested, but the F MP Holiday.. results came back inconclusive. Psyche Fairy................. . . .|... . 4 Holiday Fun List Campus Beat Poetry Night.,.........>. GUTS Time of Your Life V ol. v n N o. 1 5/ Monday, December 6, 1999 : Close your eyes and breathe deeply. Timeless songs sung in Latin fill the air. Imagine sunlight streaming through stained glass, the stone floor of an ancient monastery, days of faithful devotion which flow into weeks, and then years, like the sands of an hourglass. Kaloogian. ............................ 15 It wasn't difficult to imagine when San Diego-based choral group Schola Pacifica took to the stage on December 2. Three members of the twelve-man group were absent, victims of the flu, but that didn't diminish the beauty of the soaring sounds of Gregorian chant, delivered a cappella to an appreciative audience as part of the CSUSM Arts and Lecture series. Schola Pacifica Director Max Chodos told the audience he welcomed the chance to bring this "uplifting and spiritual" music to the campus. Calendar o Classifiedsf Events.............. 16 Schola Pacifica was founded in 1993 by Karl Nielson, a Benedictine monk who has since returned to his monastery. The B allet Folklorico................. 13 Jewel's C D Polynesian Fair.................... 14 SAMANTHA M . CAHILL/ The Pride See PACIFICA Pg. 15 �OPINION * 2 Monday, December 6, 1999 Random Acts of Kindness By Cindy Tagliapietra The Season By Victor Mireles The turkey has been devoured, the pie eaten, and the football games played. Now the Christmas season begins. Yes, I said the word "CHRISTMAS." Not "holiday." Slowly over time we, as a society, have removed Christmas from our collective lexicon. The Christmas play or pageant has long since been banned. In some schools, candy canes have been banned as being religious in nature. People have "Holiday" parties with "Holiday" trees and "Holiday" candy. This time of year every sign says "Holiday Savings" or "Holiday Values." The "Season" has become one long shopping binge of the worst kind. The use of the word Holiday instead of Christmas for store use is justified by the claim that not all the population is Christian or about everything in general. In Muslim (Both Pakistan and Iran short they hate fun and life itself. have Christmas as a holiday). The Christmas of Santa Claus, What is more disturbing is the candy canes and Rudolph the political correctness crowd of red- nosed reindeer does not reppeople who are tyrannical in resent anything biblical or relitheir opposition in even display- gious. It is just fun. Those who ing anything Christmas. This sad remember the religious aspect state of affairs has been caused will do so with respect, but the by a relative few who wish to minority of people who do not shape the world in their own nar- view Christmas in the same light row view. They sue the city and must respect the rights of the nation over crosses, trees, and majority. So if you like the words, "In God We Trust," Christmas do. not say "Happy on our currency. They claim that Holidays" but "Merry they are protecting the rights of Christmas." Atheists, non-Christians and others. However, they are nothing If people have a problem with more than the worst sorts of that, tell them to get a life. cowards who hide behind the Constitution for their selfish aims. They are the same people who cry over cigarette ads, economic injustice, cars, and just Response to a November 15, Committee. Let's talk and dis1999 "Letter to the Editors" cuss the issue. One person brought up a few good ideas so Hello. My name is Debbie far, so imagine the outcome by Nation. I am the Childcare many. Talk to ASI and inquire Representative for ASI and I am about joining the childcare comresponding to a letter for the edi- mittee. Let's think of creating a tor in The Pride on November safe place for children of fellow 15, 1999, regarding children on classmates to stay while we campus on Veteran's Day. I hear learn. the concern for children attending school. Many parents are in As for Mike... Thanks for need of "emergency" childcare. bringing up the subject/ It defiAt the moment, there is a wait- nitely needs to be noticed and ing list at our facility and we do acted upon. To put a childcare not offer drop-in care. In the drop-in center at the Palomar mean time, we thank our instruc- Pomerado Health Services tors and other students for being building would require licensing patient and understanding of and time. However, we do not parents continuing their educa- need to have a license to use one tion, thus sometimes bringing of our vacant rooms on campus. their child to class. We need university permission to have the children on campus We can't ask parents to leave on those days and therefore have their child with anyone. Look at drop-in childcare on those speour world; watch the news and cific days. Join the Childcare one should clearly see why. Committee! We're eager to hear There are way too many risks your input. out there! Debbie Nation So... What do we do? For ASI Childcare Representative now, join the ASI Childcare A Christmas Letter By Cindy Tagliapietra This time of year is always hard for me. Papers are due. Exams are coming up. The holidays are right around the corner and money is tight. Several years ago I read an article in a newspaper with ideas of things to get those people in your lives that are close to you. The answer was simple: love. Write a love letter. I did just that. I went out and bought some Christmas station- e ffirtbe ary and sat down and wrote 25 things I love and appreciate about my husband. I did the same thing for my three children. After all the presents were unwrapped that year, I pointed out to everyone they had one more gift to open. As my husband read it, I could tell I had found the perfect gift for him as his eyes welled up with tears while reading his letter.. For my children, it wasn't so evident, until one day as I was changing the sheets on my daughter's bed. Dear Editors: Colorful chalk drawings advertising AIDS Awareness Week greeted me today as I made that dreadful climb up the stairs of Mount CSUSM to campus. I was delighted to see that awareness was being made about this incurable* deadly disease and hoped that it would lead to improved prevention for students. But as I started to approach the peak of the Mountain I began to see oddly shaped ^balloons" tied to the rails, gleefully swaying in the morning breeze. Upon closing examination, condoms. Huh? The holidays are right around the corner. This year, do something a little different. Think of those around you who may be going through a difficult time right now Someone who may have lost a loved one, someone struggling with a medical condition, someone who is in the process of looking for or starting a new job. Someone who is struggling with an addiction or has gone back to school after many years. Someone who is going through a divorce or break up of a relationship, someone who is feeling lonely or depressed, someone who is having financial difficulty. Try practicing Random Acts of Kindness. Give someone words of encouragement either verbally or send a card. They will get the warm fuzzies just knowing someone is thinking of them! Pick up a bouquet of flowers from the grocery store to perk up someone's day. Unexpectedly buy a friend lunch. Help out your parents by washing their car, or better yet, fill up their gas tank without being asked. Give a hug just because. Call or visit someone you haven't been in touch with for awhile. Give mothers with small children a break. Open doors for them. Offer to baby-sit free of charge! Bring cookies to share to work. Tell a professor or teacher how much you appreciate them, (you could also tell your parents, spouse, and/or friend the same thing!) Look around at all you have been blessed with and spread the wealth. You will find that when you practice little Random Acts of Kindness, it makes you feel better but it also touches the hearts of those around you. OUT!" graces the cover. Something just seemed really wrong with all this, so I vainly tried to refresh my memory of 7th grade sex education. This produced little more than a disturbing image of the live pregnancy video I was shown, so I gave up to see if the Internet provided any answers. After a bit of searching a website (http://www.hivdent.org) gave me the infomation I was looking for. As it turns out condoms are 90% effective in preventing the transmission of HIV when used properly. For you John Q. Math Majors out there that would leave a 10% chance that you would contract the virus. 10%? That's about the same odds as winning one of those "under the cap" beverage games. Which I have won! The cap, however, still sits on my shelf awaiting trade in for a pair of stylish Sprite endorsed sunglasses. the sheets" game, AIDS is not something you can just put on your shelf because you don't find it particularly useful. It's not cheesy merchandise; it's an incurable, deadly disease! Instead of handing out guns for students to play sexual Russian roulette with, something more practical must be done. How about both partners being tested prior to relations? Or what about. 1 *ga$p*.. abstinence? While I don't fully endorse the latter, the former is quite plausible, and I know from experience. Our society seems to be forming in a way where we try to dodge the bullet instead of just not pulling the trigger. I hate to see condoms endorsed as an HIV prevention method and I hope the students of CSUSM will think ahead and realize that the trigger need not be pulled. I made my way to the Dome to grab a bite to eat and a copy of the school paper. On my way I noticed colored chalk animated with arrows pointing to the direction of "free condoms." Apparently if I were to follow these arrows I would get a "kit" Respectfully, that includes condoms, prevenAn Upset, Sexually Active Joe tion information, and candy. To top it off the slogan "TAKE Unfoftunately though for OUT BEFORE YOU MAKE those who lose in the sex "under As I tucked in the sheets, my hand touched paper. There, I found underneath her mattress were my Christmas love letters stacked neatly with other things she treasured in her life. The things you write about don't have to be earth shattering accomplishments, but things like, "I love the way you smile. I love the way you take the dog out for a walk without anyone asking you. I am happy you are a part of my life." Now, almost ten years have passed since I started my tradition and it is the first gift opened on Christmas Day. I still tell them how much they are loved and appreciated. Now, I also add in highlights of things they accomplished and even obstacles they had to overcome over the past year and point out how proud I am of them. Since I have started this, I have spread the word to my friends and other relatives. It is the gift that my best friend and sister request every year. Last Christmas, I added something extra with my letters. I purchased special boxes for my family to put their love letters in. In the last couple years, I have noticed I am now on the receiving end from my eldest son and best friend. It is a wonderful tradition to begin. It is unique, personal and guaranteed to be cherished. All it takes is a little time and love. Sccount, ratherYhan the iLETTERS TOeadline For DITORS isTnO TtHE ednesday prioretterspublication. sLetters to vthe eelectronichould itncludeParideddress, telephone UBMIT t OUR ndividual editors. D THE E submissions oon he WPRIDE L to should be ubmitted ia ditors s mail o The n a electronic mail a number, e-mail and identification. Letters may be edited for grammar and length. Author's name may be withheld upon request at the discretion of the editors. Letters containing profanity or hate speech will not be printed anonymously but* will include the authors full name. Editors reserve therightnot to publish letters ®f\z $ rtbe M. Cahill Samantha Editor Editor Graduate Intern Faculty Advisor Staff Columnist Leiana S. A. Naholowaa Cynthia C. Woodward Madeleine E Marshall Psyche Fairy http://www.csusm.edu/pride/ rials represent the majority opinion of The Pride is published weekly on Mondays during the academic year. All opinions and letters in The Pride represent the Opinions of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of The Pride or of California State University San Marcos. Unsigned edito- The Pride editorial board. Letters to the editors should include an address, telephone number, e-mail and identification. Letters may be edited for grammar and length. Letters should be submitted via electronic mail to The Pride electronic mail account, rather than the individual editors. Display and classified advertising in The Pride ~' The Pride should not be construed as the California State University San Marcos endorsement or investigation of commer- San Marcos, CA cial enterprises or ventures. The Pride 92096-0001 reserves the right to reject any advertis- Phone: (760)750-6111 Fax:(760)750-4030 ing. E-mail: pride@csusm.edu URL: http://www.csusm.edu/pride/ �®fje $rtbe Retraction With profound regret, The Pride announces that the following articles, submitted by Staff Writer Mark Zornes and accordingly attributed to him in the pages of The Pride during the past semester, were substantially plagiarized: "Student Flick of the Week: The Astronaut's Wife" September 7, 1999 Star Wars: Exhibit Attracts World to San Diego" October 4, 1999 "The Three or Should I say Four Wise Men Deliver" November 15, 1999 "Pokemania" November 15, 1999 The Pride apologizes to its readers, to the campus community at large, and to the original authors of these texts. When the paper published these reviews, the editors and advisor were unaware of the plagiarism. Indeed, a student paper, like the campus and thewider academic world, can only operate on the. assumption that writers are honest and that their work is their own. The free exchange of ideas depends on this assumption. Samantha Cahill, Editor Leiana Naholowaa, Editor Cynthia Woodward, Graduate Intern Madeleine Marshall, Faculty Advisor DON'T LET THEM JUST GET AWAY WITH THIS - LET'S BE SURE TO REMIND THEM THAT THEY ARE ACCOUNTABLE TO STUDENTS THEY Furthermore, as far as I under- REPRESENT!!!!!!! stand it, NO OTHER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNIVERSITY Let YQUT Voice Be Heard: engages in this practice. individually - on an individual But ASI sure does. I guess he level we can: e-mail each of the who makes the rules, rules. B.O.D. members (just like you (Especially when there is no One would to your congressman and to holding them accountable for let them know that we, their constituents, disapprove of this and their actions!) want it rectified immediately). This is our money that we pay to the ASI, before such frivolous ** We can also go to our Student decisions about how to spend Government's Board of OUR money are made, I think Directors (B.O.D.) meetings and any reasonable person on this voice our disapproval of this campus would expect our student "appropriation" of student funds government to be responsible (without any consultation or conenough to ASK us about it first. sent from us). At minimum, affording us the opportunity to have some sort I am going to the next B.O.D. method that our VOICES may be meeting (as I have been throughheard. out the semester) - and I hope to see more concerned students I think it's time that the stu- there...anyone care to join me? dents on this campus not only be * aware* of, but VOICE their Samantha Beltram opinions about the actions of our student government and it's officers. find this behavior completeSTUDENT GOVERNMENT'S ly Iunacceptable for those in stuCHRISTMAS BONUS dent government who are supposed to "represent" us. Dear Editors: I'm not sure of how many students on this Campus are aware of this - but our student Government, ASI, has decided to take our money that we give them each semester and give their staff Christmas bonuses! They did this at their Friday November 12, 1999 meeting in CLOSED Session. Ifindthese actions by our student government absolutely INTOLERABLE!! Did they ask you or me (as the "Official Student Voice" they are representing) if this is okay with us? No. Did they hold a forum to get our opinions on this since they care so much about representing us? No. Did they even bother to at least have this decision made during the OPEN Public part of their meetings so that we, the students could be afforded the opportunity to voice our opinion on this matter? No. Faculty Mentoring Program Holiday Catherine Armas-Matsumoto PRIDE STAFF WRITER , ' . The Faculty Mentoring Program hosted its annual Holiday Dialogue Gathering Thursday evening, December 2nd, in the Dome. Mentors and proteges assembled to celebrate the season with a catered dinner from El Polio Loco. Festive activities planned by the FMP staff included a gift exchange and awards. ; _ Under the direction of Dr. Vickie Golich, Edward Polhert, and Dr. Elisa Grant-Velone along with excellent support staff Rose Russell and Olga Gonzalez, the Faculty Mentoring Program continues to expand the opportunities for first generation college students and those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Sixty-nine faculty members and ninety-one students are currently involved in the program. Polhert gave credit to Gonzalez, who joined FMP at for the successful turnout of the sixth annual event. FMP offers academic preparation, workshops, and activities that allow students to learn strategies to increase their educational opportunities and complete the goal of graduation. The encouragement from the mentors becomes an integral part-of the students' academic experience and a valuable resource. The Pride Staff Fall 1999 Front row, left to right: Fatimah Cruz-Young, Penny Lanese, Shari Sutherland Second row, left to right: Jessica George, June Hodges, Gail Skennion, Victoria Segall, Catherine Armas-Matsumoto Third row, left to right: Sharon Hambly,. Cynthia Woodward, Adra Hallford, Joni Miller, Leiana Naholowaa, Cynthia Tagliapietra Back Row: Trevor Knudsen, Giovanni Ferrer, Paul Blanchard, Mike Spangler, Imani Rupert, Laura Hopkins, Andrea Cavanaugh, Samantha Cahill, Madeleine Marshall �/ s c w / j Ohhh P<tf&ynut (such a cute - _ name)!j0dufeve a big problem. No first one can help you, not even yourIt is the end of the semester and I s t i l ^ i K ^ ^ are self. Time will eventually help, but am stressed to the m akyl am so M ^ f ^ o d is that now? As far as crabby with everyone. I 'm frofe^etI 'm aware, crushes overtake us like ting enough sleep at i ^ h U ^ S u ^ j ob e %^|iere. You have A d v a n - a w av| ofIrUoxic ation. Crushes and of all the papers I need t?NjQrit^and., then when I do get to bed O pSSr tage / rights n d ^ w h ^ f t retailers Just hayK|his perfect recipe for crewound up, I can't fall as|e%>. Plus everywhere ^ l o d ^ f c t e A n p l o y - 4iftf delukons and silliness. With my boss is on my b a ^ ^ ^ o r ^ ^ e s . >ko r ela^ w eft/you^an trV MS* t he^ilht amount of anxiety, because I keep wanting time off ancj, ^ n j ^ h i n g s ; fersdiially, J f m d f V H ^x^sal, s©i|imentality, and pasthis is the height of the busy season ^ to l ist^io musiefin a dark sioi%we are hard pressed to remain focused and rational. The plus side in retail, on top of e verything^^.J^room I 'm afraid I 'm going to lose ^ engage|your mjjfid iiKlhe, is you "feel" so alive. It's bad timflai^. A^hot baii, a ^gl^of vftx&ri n g , of course, so you will have to I feel like I 'm wound t igj^r*hanji a massage froffi a 'good ^ just say to yourself " I'll fantasize rubber band. Any suggBMgitf onhelpfcf"also findi^ I jilPi want later.....but for now, it's ways to help m yself? On£ study time." Try to remember why heiyfu^^)throw thing, Psyche Fairy, my broken out f rom the stress akd I f sumfe task such as cooking. I Van y ^ur studies are so interesting and have a couple major holiday parties Justify the time by saying, "I have /"gM with it while you can. In regard to attend!! HELP!!! \ j to eat." Zits a nd hormones are a tplacting on your lust, I 'd advise deadly combination. This is why < t£at you take your final first and Yes, yes, I know all about what you need to relax and take care of reveal your attraction later. you are saying. Unfortunately, there yourself. Zinc, some good polyun- Professors are biased because they is no easy f ix to your problem. saturated oils (flax, borage), and are human, so e-mail her later. Because you only have a couple of vitamin A are sometimes recom- Express your attraction, if it continweeks l eft, apologize to your mended. Ultimately, a person's best ues, and see what she says. You f riends in advance about being a friend when a zit takes us hostage is must be prepared f or rejection, pain in the .ass. Most of them will makeup. By diminishing the though. She might not prefer you, understand that your stress is dis- appearance of a pimple, people will your sex, nor initiating such a relaplacing your good sense and they notice the whole visage a nd you tionship with a student. If you can will wait out the two weeks. For the will feel less terrorized. The stress accept this and if s he's open sleep problem, I definitely recom- isn't going to disappear, but these enough, you might want to express mend exercising. By immersing suggestions may alleviate some of your desire anyway. If the situation yourself in some strenuous exercise the torture. I wish you success on isn't in your favor, then you are left you can distract your mind with your exams and good times at the to indulge in your fantasies. Your fantasies could be more f un! bodily exhaustion. Another helpful parties. hint is to "pretend to dream while waiting to fall asleep. By doing so, Dear Psyche Fairy, your attention falls away f rom the If you have any question or I have a BIG crush on one of my work and gets lost in fantasy. This can help you f all asleep faster. I professors. She is s ingle, but comments for the Psyche Fairy, please email them to always tell people to get sleep involved. How do I stop thinking psychefairy @ hotmail.com because .it is so important f or an about her? I don't want it to affect active, healthy mind. When you are my final! Help. tired, your quality of work suffers Pashynut Pupil a M so life My dear Psyche Fairjjc. ake % 1 x ? Got relatives in town? Tired of going to the ma j ? Finals are over and you want to get out and have FUN!!! Here are a few things going on in and around San Diego during the month of December. How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Old Globe Theatre, 12/1 through 1/2, (619)239-2255 A Christmas Carol - San Diego Repertory Theatre - now through 12/24, (619) 544-1000 Star Wars: The Magic of Myth - San Diego Museum of Art - through 1/2/00, Balboa Park (619) 232-7931 The Nutcracker - California Center for the Arts, Escondido - 12/17, 12/18, 12/19, (760) 739-0101 or Ticketmaster (619) 220-8497 The Nutcracker is also playing at: San Diego Civic Theatre with the California Ballet Company, 12/17,12/18, 12/19, 12/21 - for tickets call (619)570-1100 San Diego Symphony Family Festival, Home for the Holidays - Copley Symphony Hall, 12/12 - Come sing along ! ! (619) 235-0804 Triple Expresso - Horton Grand Theatre - ongoing HILARIOUS!! (619)234-9583 Forever Plaid - Theatre in Old Town - ongoing - (619) 6882494 Del Mar Fairgrounds Holiday of Lights - 12/1 through 1/2 (858)755-1161 Wild Animal Park Festival of Lights - 12/10 through 12/30, reduced price after 4:00pm, (760) 747-8702 ext.5140 28th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights - San Diego Bay, 12/12, 5:30pm - 2:00pm (858) 296-3562 Bates Nut Farm - Christmas trees - Arts and Crafts, Valley Center (619)749-3333 Bette Midler in Concert - San Diego Sports Arena, 12/12, (619) 224-4171 Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - ongoing - (619) 238-1233 Christmas shopping in Julian - come on up, enjoy the leisurely drive and apple pie! (760) 765-1857 Cindy Tagliapietra PRIDE STAFF WRITER Question: Which Mission Statement do you prefer; the old one or the proposed new one and why? Movies Coming Soon to local theaters Opening December 10: Galaxy Quest - Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver The Green Mile - Tom Hanks The Ninth Gate - Johnny Depp Scream 3 - Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox Opening December 17: Anna and the King - Jodie Foster Bicentennial Man - Robin Williams Stuart Little - Adaptation of E. B. White's tale - great for the kids! Opening December 21: Girl Interrupted - Winona Ryder Opening December 22: , Any Given Sunday - A1 Pacino Man on the Moon - Jim Carrey Anabella Escamiloa, Sociology Major New - because I wouldn't both-, er reading the old one. It's too long. The new one seems more focused. Michael Gallardo, Communication Major Florence Medina, Social Science Major Old - Looks like more determi- New - It's easier to read. nation went into it. It gives the impression of a higher standard. A goal can't be summed up in a couple of sentences. Opening December 24: Reindeer Games - Ben Affleck The Talented Mr. Ripley - Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow �Poetry Night at the Power Surge Imani Rupert ^ PRIDE STAFF WRITER Students gathered for a night of poetry on Tuesday, December 1, at the Power Surge cafe. The night got off to a late start, and was characterized at first by a definite lack of people in attendance. But despite the late start, the evening was definitely a night to remember. In a matter of a half-hour, the room filled with friends. At first people took turns reading poems from a book. Then after a little persuading, Rodrick Frazier sung a poem. He sang "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by James Weldon Johnson and later sang another song. His beautiful voice picked up the mood of the night. Then everything seemed to flow. Angela Oesterle wrote an amazing poem right there in the coffee house, and read it for the crowd. Elsa Mejia read Maya Angelou's famous poem, And Still I Rise. Mbalaka Monolobo recited a poem in Swahilli and translated the title: My Twin. Nico Cusimano, a student at Palomar, writes poetry and just happened to have some of his work with him that night. Hie audience quickly responded to the readings he presented. Most of the applause went to Malika U. Bomani and Rodrick Frazier. They did an impromptu "skit'' to Destiny Child's song, "Bug a boo." Another Poetry Night is in the works. Contact Mbalaka Monololo in the ASI office for information. A Campus Without GUTS Mike Spangler PRIDE STAFF WRITER The CSUSM Literary Society does not have GUTS this semester. The Literary Society does not even have official recognition as a campus club by the Inter-Club Council or Associated Students, Inc., said Barbara Schiffler, one of the few remaining members of what was once the CSUSM Literary Society. GUTS is the Literary Society's Literary Magazine first published October 1996. The society was founded by Denise Lampman, with the goal of publishing GUTS. Lampman graduated last May and the campus has been GUTS^less since. "We started in May of '99 with about 15 people—then when we were just about ready to print, the people who were helping me faded away/' said Schiffler. "The only people left were me and two other people—and all of us are grad students." It is the lack of available bodies, Schiffler said, that caused the Literary Society to lose their charter. When asked why the Literary Society was no longer an officially recognized club, Assistant Director of Student and Residential Life Gezai Berhane said, "The Literary Society has not completed the rechartering session for this year." Berhane. said that the Society failed to satisfy Responsibility 10 outlined in the CSUSM Student and Residential Life Procedures for ReChartering Clubs and Organizations, which states "Your club is required to attend an Annual Student and Residential Life and Associated Students, Inc. training of officers/advisors." This semester' s mandatory October 29 meeting's "topics included security, facilities use, liability issues and financial management," The Pride reported in its November 8 issue. The same article also stated "Calvin One Deer, Director of Student and Residential Life, lamented the precipitous decline in the number of campus clubs in recent years and expressed hope that the falling-off of interest in campus organizations would reverse itself." Schiffler pleaded with students of Professor Brandon Cesmat's Creative Writing class tp get involved and re-charter the Literary Society in the Spring of 2000 so that the more than fogy submissions can be published with official university recognition. Also, without active undergraduates, the Literary Society is in danger of fading into CSUSM history, officially recognized or not. Schiffler stressed GUTS isintended as a publication "made completely by students" with no advertising, but stopped short of calling it an underground publication. One Deer said recently that he would like to see the Literary Society re-chartered, and more clubs formed, "There are a lot more ideas out there that can involve students in extra-curricular activities." All of the guidelines and regulations for rechartering a club for the current academic year, or starting a new club on campus, are available in convenient five- and eight-page packets (respectively) from the office of Student and Residential Life in Craven Hall 4116. One Deer urged clubs wishing to be recognized, which also makes them eligible for ICC funding, to pick up a packet and start planning for the spring semester now. He said there will be another ICC meeting in February 2000, like the one the Literary Society missed, to educate club representatives as part of the chartering process. "We want to promote leadership among students while creating campus life," said One Deer. Time of Your Life on the Tube Imani Rupert PRIDE STAFF WRITJER Has anyone managed to watch Party of Five- s spin-off, Time of Your Lifel When Sarah Reeves (Jennifer Love Hewitt) left San Francisco in search of her dad, the crew of Party of Five thought she would be returning in a week. However, Sarah decided to stay in New York to discover who she is, without anyone taking care of her. Once on her own, the eternally innocent Sarah does some very unlike-Sarah things. So begins the Time of Your Life. There are six central characters on the show. Sarah's roommate, Romy (Jennifer Garner- Felicity's competition for Noel first season) is an aspiring actress with the hots for J.B. (Diego Serrano), their neighbor who works as a salon shampooist Cecilia (Pauley Perette) is a student at NYU, and current superintendent at their building, not to mention a wild girl. Maguire is an ex-musician with a jaded view of how the music business works. He's pretty fond of Sarah, and she seems to be pretty fond of him too. Joss (Gina Ravera) is a close friend of Maguire, and works with Sarah as a waitress. Finally there is Sarah, who is trying to figure out who she is, and wants to have a little fun in the process. There is an obvious attraction between Sarah and the amazingly hot Maguire, and now since Baliey has broken up with her, Sarah seems eager to jump into the arms of this sweet-hearted musician. It took Dawson and Joey an entire season, Mulder and Scully have yet to do it, and it's anyone's guess when those two from Roswell will get together. Romy and J.B. have a semi-romance going on. Romy has been staring into J.B.'s window since she's been there, watching a stream of girls trickle in and out of his apartment. They are dating now, but apparently J.B. has a few girls in his past, one in particular that he is still sleeping with. Joss is a sweet girl that won't let anyone tell her what to do. Her stubbornness is bound to get her in trouble. She is more than willing to help Sarah out though, whether she needs a job, or time off from that job. Time of Your Life is a good show. It moves faster than other dramas, and Sarah makes mistakes that you can only make when you're twenty, and with her motley crew of friends, you're sure to like one of the characters. It's an above-average television drama, especially if you liked Sarah from Party of Five. Time of Your Life plays on Fox, Mondays at 8:00pm. THIS YEAR A LOT OF COLLEGE SENIORS WILL BE GRADUATING I n l y d e bIti KD mm Under the Army's Loan Repayment program, you could get out from under with a three-year enlistment. Each year you serve on active duty reduces your indebtedness by one-third or $1,500, whichever amount is greater, up to a $65,000 limit. The offer applies to Perkins Loans, Stafford Loans, and certain otherfederallyinsured loans, which are not in default. And debtreliefis just one of the many benefits you 11 earnfromthe Army Ask your Army Recruiter. 1-800-USA-ARMY WNW.GOARMr.COM ARMY. BE ALL YOU CAN BEf www.goarmy.com �6 M onday, D ecember 6 , 1 999 Course Evaluations: It's Your T\irn to Grade Adra Hallford Preparing for Disaster on Campus ®f)e ffirttie Mike Spangler PRIDE STAFF WRITER At the end of each semester course, students at CSUSM have the chance to connect what they have learned with how well they have been taught. Course evaluations constitute one of the means students hav#ioi^ J^pling their bpMMs; %®Sems^ praise suggestions; M d critiques of every instructor thejf encounter on campus. The feSta^t^rs g iw itfid^tife grades and students have a tiifedianism to gffiejthe t t i ^ l l ^ ^ l l ^ M M ^ ^ ^ ^ i l & i ^ i course and instructor^ perr course evaluations and announces the need fot volunteers to collect and ivm ducks oat of the room. With 5 to iwxiwl^ through a full semester of interaction, students rate g rep^e^ess enthusiasm, organisation, and other demonstrated a ^6utes o ^the instructor. Students also are asked open-ehafetfiguls^ strengths and ways to i mptSfe^fe'c^i^^ Some Students rush through the evaluation since fl^gip^^^^^^a^lp^S they finish, while others write out detailed J&ts;^^.jt^^tJi^^Q^J^ prepared critiques. What f j ^ ^ r t o r t f e ' evaluations after these are submitted to the D e a n ? ' ^ ^f*WT.-T Each s oltege-mt^m^Md^^WMMxig responses and subthits the resMt#t^ the M^tructor after course grades have been posted. Ideally^ ^SS^tS^ ^rellttf'BSftpil&M^ffiad analyzed, instructors use the evaluations to strengthen their teaching methods and improve courses. Wit, the irttpatct of 6V£&uatibns only begins there 1 ? ; PRIDE STAFF WRITER The City of San Marcos and CSUSM have a host of emergency service personnel trained to respond within minutes should a disaster rock the campus. CSUSM Fire Marshal Steve Orsak said the most common scenarios used in emergency preparedness drills in Southern California involve earthquakes and wildfires. Not counting the time for the 911 call and the transfer, "we will be at the door of the college in one to three minutes" said Division Fire Chief John Twyman, Fire Marshal (ONE L) for the City of San Marcos for 11 years. There are three fire stations in San Marcos that can approach the campus from three different directions. The City of San Marcos is ready to respond with three engine companies, one truck company, and one duty chief —a total of 13 full-time trained professionals— on an initial fire call to the university. recently increased their responding force by three for a total of eight sworn-in personnel. All are certified under the Standard Emergency Management System (SEMS) as part of their required training mandated by the state of California, said Lt. Will Glen of CSUSM Public Safety. San Marcos' Twyman confirmed that every engine and chief's car has a "Fire Pre-PIan." This book details the location of hazardous materials, building floorplans, and room occupancies f or the entire campus. Because of all of the construction and clearing of vegetation, "the campus is under a very low threat from wildfires" said Orsak. Twyman agreed, adding that the Harmony Grove fire and last year's La Moree fire demonstrated the benefits of the fire breaks that surround the campus. Both fires caused the cancellation of classes, but Twyman assured "the campus was never at risk." Orsak added that the The University Police have University and the San Marcos Copies each ^ d e v ^ it^Wation and the tabulated insults are tile o f ; § | | f l f J ^ c h evaiuation, wheiheroF tfie rusKeS or painsta&ngly detailed variety, is then one unit of information seen and considered by the CSUSM President, Vice Presidents, Deans, and a peer review committee. In short, the entire committee considering the instructor in the Retention,'Tenure, and Promotion process sees and considers what each student had to say about the course. Consequently, student evaluations have the potential to carry a lot of Weight iri the ^ P prbcfess and can make the Laura Hopkins difference between getting, or not gettipg, f faise, a promotion, or a PRIDE STAFF WRITER position |oj: adjunct faculty and tenured pr^fesprs. Hanson Aggregates, the Dry teiy Elizabeth Stivers, Assodatet>effibf Acadeimc Affairs- "blasters" next door, might just Academi£ Resources encourages students to be objective and fair in as well be called the "firebreaktheir evaluatipiis-T^ about construc- ers." According to Steve Orsak, tive personal feelings. Responses that appear to demon- Director of Environmental strated lack of objectivity or an overabundance of subjectivity may Health and Occupational Safety be disregarded. In other words, when the RTP committee sees all at CSUSM, the quarry and oper"ones";or all "fives," they may not takefliatevaluation as seriously as ating facilities of Hanson probably acts as "a firebreak between it wa£ intended. Hke&fapAf us and the hillside," despite the Furthermore, taking an extra minute or two to give thoughtful large amounts of hazardous responses can make a difference to the next class of students who materials housed there. take the course. Dr. Stivers reminds us all that, ' The whole idea is to A partial inventory of the hazhelp the instructor improve. Even after they are tenured, the great ardous materials stored at majority of professors are committed,to being good teachers and are Hanson Aggregates includes dedicated to improving their instruction." three 30,000 gallon tanks of asphaltic oils, 200 gallons of gasoline, three 200 gallon tanks of motor oils and 2,000 LBS of dynamite, blasting caps, and blasting powder. Orsak stated he was "not concerned" about the Jessica George amounts of hazardous materials PRIDE STAFF WRITER and brought attention to the This year CSUSM has been selected for excellence and good char- amount of dirt that surrounds the acter in the Templeton Guide. CSUSM placed in the "Senior-Year campus of CSUSM, including Programs" division alongside Michigan State, Redlands, Whittier, the dirt that constitutes the Hanson establishment. and John Brown University. "Wildfires are the biggest The Templeton Guide is a book created annually that recognizes problem in California," accordcolleges for outstanding achievements in their programs. This guide is designed to encourage colleges to reinforce their educational standards, and it "seeks to foster widespread conversations within the two-semester, program. Students higher education community about character development." The accepted into the program form guide contains the profiles of 405 colleges that have superseded the small teams that work together standards, and these colleges are appropriated into one of 10 cate- on a business project. Students gories. wrap up the project with a reflective essay that reviews their The highlighted course from our campus is called the "Senior experience, the project, and the Experience" program. Senior Experience, as part of the College of relevance of the program for thenBusiness, is intended for business students in their senior year of future. school. Students must participate during the immediate semesters before they graduate. The program provides students with a list of organizations/sponHere's how the program works: sors and their projects. Such Senior students file an application (Apps. can be acquired from sponsors range from government business advisors) the semester before they would like to begin the to non-profit organizations, and include companies like Hewlett- fire departments conduct quarterly meetings and walkthroughs of the campus to make sure everyone is familiar with the layout of the growing campus. Brushing aside the possibility of wildfire, Twyman said, "it's probably scarier to me that people might not know what they're doing when they're mixing together chemicals in a lab. We could almost eliminate the fire department if we eliminate the three biggest causes of fires: Men, women, and children." When asked if there were plans to build a fire station on campus, which has its own zip code, some tifrie in the University's future, Orsak replied "from your lips to the [University] president's ears." Planning, Design & Construction clarified that the University does not include a firehouse in its Master Plan for a projected community of 25,000 students. Complying with Wildfire Codes ; : C SUSM Chosen in the Templeton Guide ing to Orsak, and CSUSM has the advantage of being surrounded by "firebreaks" as well as being a relatively new campus with advanced technology. The campus of CSUSM is equipped with a twenty-four hour central alarm fire system that is monitored by the police. If the alarm is triggered, the police are dispatched to investigate, and the fire department is alerted if necessary. The San Marcos Fire Department participates in quarterly "familiarity" fire drills at the campus, allowing the fire department to become accustomed to the layout of the campus in the event of afireon campus. If a fire were to occur at the Hanson facility, the San Marcos Fire Department would be dispatched to assess the need for evacuation of surrounding areas, with consideration of the amounts and types of hazardous materials outlined in a State mandated "business plan." Hanson Aggregates, along with every establishment storing hazardous materials, is required by California State law to submit a "business plan" to the County of San Diego, Department of Environmental Health (DEH), which lists all hazardous materials housed at the facility and an emergency plan in response to accident or fire. A copy of this plan must be kept at the business site and another copy forwarded to the local fire agency. In addition, county officials make routine inspections, both announced and unannounced, to these facilities to affirm their compliance with state and county safety regulations. Stiff penalties and/or fines are imposed on those who fail to meet the requirements set by the California Health and. Safety Codes. Hanson Aggregates had their last inspection in January of 1998, and had their inventory information updated last August, with continued compliance according to the DEH. f jF Packard, San Diego Police, and Consider the Escondido Humane Society. "Through this program, students Your experience the excitement and unpredictability inherent in realworld problem solving situaPride! tions," says Alan Owens, the school's program director. More information on the program is available through the CSUSM website, and the Templeton Guide can be accessed at www.collegeandcharacter.org. Enroll in LTWR316/COMM316 6:00pm - 8:50pm Tuesday 7:00pm - 8:50pm Thursday Be A Pride Staff Writer �Quick Ways to Good Health Sharon Hambly PRIDE STAFF WRITER Students experience a great deal of stress as the semester comes to a close and the holidays approach. As we W ords t o Live By attempt to meet school deadlines and prepare for the holidays, it is easy to forget to take care of our health. With the cold and flu season here, extra attention is needed to ensure that we survive this very hectic time of year. One June Hodges way to ensure good health is with a good diet. Here are a couple of nutritious and tasty recipe ideas that are quick to prepare and provide energy: To most of us the real life is the life we do not lead Oscar Wilde BEAN AND HOMINY SOUP A great accompaniment to most soup 3 (15 1/2 ounce) cans Great Northern recipes: beans, undrained CHILE CHEESE BREAD 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can hominy, undrained 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added stewed 1 cup yellow cornmeal tomatoes, undrained 1 cup all purpose flour 1 (11 1/2 ounce) can bean with bacon 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk soup, undiluted 4 TSPS baking powder 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and 1 TBS sugar 1/4 TSP salt green chilies, undrained 1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel yellow 1 cup water corn, undrained 1/2 cup egg substitute 1 2/3 cups water 2 TBS vegetable oil 3 TBS chopped fresh or 1 TBS dried 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced fat cilantro cheddar cheese 1 TSP ground cumin 1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies, 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced fat drained sharp cheddar cheese Combine first 6 ingredients in a mediCombine all ingredients except cheese um bowl. Make a well in the center of the in a large Dutch oven and bring to a boil. mixture. Combine water, egg substitute, Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 min- and oil; add to cornmeal mixture, stirring utes, stirring occasionally. Ladle soup into just until moist. Stir in cheese and green bowls and top with cheddar cheese. Yield: chilies. Pour batter into an 8-inch square 8 servings (serving size: 1 1/2 cups). Can baking pan coated with cooking spray. also add sliced turkey Polish sausage or Bake at 375 for 30 minutes or until golden. Yields 8 servings. Italian sausage for a heartier dish. For those with a sweet tooth but little time: PINEAPPLE ANGEL FOOD CAKE Combine 1 package of Angel Food Cake with one 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple packed in its own juice. Beat well. Pour into a 9x13 inch pan (DO NOT GREASE THE PAN OR SPRAY WITH PAM). Bake at temperature suggested on cake mix box. Bake 35- 45 minutes or until cake pulls away from edges of pan. DO NOT UNDER BAKE. 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SAVE UP TO 40% ON TEXTBOOKS | [H con;: �Expanded Dial In Access Lines for CSUSM Students Adra Hallford PRIDE STAFF WRITER On Thursday, December 2, 1999, Computing and Telecommunications introduced EDIAL (Expanded Dial In Access Line) for CSUSM students who access the Internet from their home computers by dialing into the campus modem pool. Every student on campus will still have access to the free dialup access lines, but now students who need more than their allotted free dialup access time for email, web surfing, or academic research, will have the option of paying 30. dollars every six months for EDIAL and more time on the network. Students accessing the campus network using EDIAL will experience far fewer busy signals than students using the free access lines. The Computing Department has set the highest of goals for EDIAL; they want students to have affordable access to the campus network with no busy signals. Mike Irick, Computing and Telecommunications UNIX Systems Support, points out that the 30 dollars for six months of Internet Service and campus network access breaks down to five dollars a month, considerably less than what even cut-rate Internet Service Providers charge for an Internet connection. The free dialup access lines and EDIAL both provide students with resources other ISPs cannot: access to the electronic Schustack's Notable Books Display Evelyn Choroser PRIDE STAFF WRITER resources offered by the library. To have access to most of the Library's 30+ electronic databases, students must dial into the campus via either the free access lines or through EDIAL: EDIAL is part of the Computing and Telecommunications Department's effort to upgrade the technology and services available to students. Over the summer, Computing upgraded the modem racks and all dial up services to support V90, 56k compatible modems for the newer Macintosh computers, Windows 95 and Windows 98 computers, as well as Windows NT systems. Regardless of which type of dialup account students choose, Computing and Telecommunications offers a wider range of toll-free dialup access numbers from which to choose than last year. The call is free in most of San Diego County. Students can sign up for EDIAL, the Expanded Dial In Access Line, by visiting the Dialup Support website at www.csusm.edu/dialup/, visiting the HelpDesk office located on the second floor of Craven Hall, office #2302, or calling Dialup Support at 750-4716. Students can also request further information by emailing Dialup Administration at dialupadmin @ csusm.edu. College of Education Offers Tlitoring Opportunities By Katelynn Miller for The Pride The College of Education currently offers two opportunities for CSUSM students interested in becoming tutors for elementary and high school students. The first program, America Reads, is an opportunity for CSUSM students to interact with elementary school children in the local community. This is a federally funded program that the President initiated in response to poor reading scores in schools. His vision was to pay college students (who qualify for federal aid) to tutor young children in local schools who are struggling with reading. Improving children's reading ability is a top priority now as research has proven how vital reading ability is for successful learning. EDUC 406A (America Reads) is a class where CSUSM students explore the reading process, learn about wonderful children's books and discuss many literacy issues. Tutors decide their own hours for tutoring, and they meet weekly in class to work together to provide enriching experiences for children. Students who do not qualify for financial aid may volunteer their services as America Reads tutors. The second tutoring opportunity available is for working with high school students in the program for Advancement Via Individual Determination, or AVID. This is a college preparatory program for high school students who might not have sought college as their goal without the support of AVID. The AVID tutors work side by side with students to improve their understanding of subjects such as Biology, Spanish, English, Algebra, etc. Since a variety of students work in each class, it isn't necessary for each tutor to be an "expert" in all subject areas, and in fact the EDUC 407 class teaches tutors how to facilitate groups across the subject areas. Tutors are paid for tutoring from a State work-study grant that CSUSM Financial Aid awards students, if eligible. For more information, contact Katelynn Miller at (760) 750-4328, or lmiller@csusm.edu. ' The Notable Books Display difference between the men and is a good way for our students, the women," she said. "The faculity, and staff to get to know women who enrolled had what makes the contributors stronger academic qualifications tick," Dannis Mitchell, our as a group because they faced library's Media Desk greater competition for limited Supervisor, explained. Each fall slots. However, we were often the display contains the books made to feel academically marthat profoundly influenced the ginal as a group. Women stulife of the Academic Senate dents were over represented in Chair, and each spring the works the handful elected to Phi Beta deemed most important by the Kappa (a national academic recipient of the Harry S. honor society), but the male stuBrakebill Outstanding Professor dents (especially those whose Award will be exhibited. - • y parents were Princeton alumni) Among the seven books pre- seemed to assume ownership of sented by this year's Senate the campus, even if they were Chair, Professor Miriam W. graduating with a 'gentleman's Schustack, were Diary of a C .'" She gained understanding Young Girl, by Anne Frank; to this phenomena from The Coming of Age in Samoa, by Second Sex. Margaret Mead; Homer's The The background written by Iliad; Ulric Neisser's Cognitive Schustack explaining her book Psychology; Godel, Escher, choices relayed that Margaret Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid, Mead's anthropology book by Douglas Hofstandter; and Coming of Age in Samoa The Man Who Mistook His exposed her to the existence of Wife for a Hat, by Oliver Sacks. varied lifestyles throughout the "Being an avid reader since I world, and this exposure kept was a child made the potential her open to the variety of human list of books enormous," experience. When she develops Schustack said, but she nar- course materials about important rowed her selection by evaluat- theorists, she keeps this in mind ing those books that affected her and is extremely sensitive to the understanding of the world, her fact that each theorist is a prodthinking, or those that impacted uct of the unique culture in her life. "Just having loved read- which he or she lived. She ing a book didn't leave me much offered the example of Sigmund to say for the display, so I left Freud's emphasis on the central those off the list." role of repressed sexuality She remembers that when resulting, at least to some extent, reading Anne Frank's Diary as a to the fact that he lived in a sexteenager, she focused on the ually repressive society. Had he change in Ann's relationship lived in a culture that was more with her parents and how Anne casual about nudity and more desired to be independent. "I felt open to the acknowledgment of kinship with her. In terms of my human sexuality, perhaps his own life, I think it helped me theories would have been differkeep my normal adolescent dif- ent. "Reading Mead, and other ficulties in p erspective- works in anthropology, helped Compared to Anne's, my life me to think in terms not only of was pretty good," she comment- how others are different from us, ed. but also how each of us is the The Second Sex by Simone way we are because of our de Beauvoir read in high school, unique cultural environments," helped Schustack realize how she explained. completely her life's goals were When asked to identify an influenced because she was a immortal personal truth that The female. It also prompted recog- Iliad awakens, Schustack states, nition of "male privilege," "Maybe just that war is hell, and which became particularly evi- it hasn't changed much in over dent when she entered Princeton two millennia except for the University in the second fresh- technology of the weapons." man class to include women. Cognitive Psychology, "One interesting aspect of that according to Schustack, is one of experience was that the feelings the milestones in the field of of entitlement were a primary cognitive psychology, and one surprising element of her study in this area was learning how much of language comprehension is an active process, rather than a receptive one. "We don't just receive the sound waves of spoken language, but as listeners, we work to construct an interpretation. And the process works analogously in reading," she said. A second reading of Godel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid is a goal expressed by the professor because it is a very challenging book to read. It is thick with details, relationships, and connections and she senses that all of its implications weren't digested with the first reading. Schustack describes The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat as one that engagingly reveals many odd, even bizarre, behaviors resulting from neurological dysfunctions. With her psychological interest focused on the study of very complex patterns of normal cognition and learning, it is apparent why this book's contents would be of interest to the professor. But she suggests, because it reveals the enormous complexity and interrelatedness of the brain and behavior, anyone interested in people will find it rewarding. Professor Schustack is an Associate Professor of Psychology and has been on the faculty of CSUSM since 1991. She received her Ph.D. from Carnegie-Mellon University after graduating from Princeton University and completing a Master's Degree at Yale. Before joining the faculty here, she was at Harvard University holding a research faculty position at UCSD and later worked as a research scientist for the U.S. government. Doctor Schustack is a cognitive psychologist with research interests in skilled reading and the development of literacy, reasoning and problem solving, language learning and language use, and human-computer interaction. Her current research focuses on how computer based recreational activities in an after-school setting can improve children's academic skills. �Understanding the CSUSM Mission Statement Sharon Hambly PRIDE STAFF W RITER If you pay very close attention, you can see one wherever you go. It can be found in fast food restaurants, donut shops, government offices, and service stations. It tells you the "who, what and how" a business will provide services to the customer. For those of you who have not guessed what it is—it's a mission statement. Our university currently has a mission statement that was written in 1989 by the first CSUSM President, Bill Stacy, and 12 founding faculty members. Terry Allison, Assistant to President Gonzalez, has been assigned to lead the campus in an effort to develop a revised campus mission and vision statement to move the university into the new millennium. A team consisting of 25 members including faculty, staff administrators and two stu- dents chosen by ASI, began this long and difficult process in early 1999. Two consultants are leading the group, Mark Baldwin from CSUSM College of Education, and Bill Chiment, from the Poway Unified School District. Both men were chosen because of their background and experience in assisting other schools and agencies in crafting their values and mission, and vision statements. Terry Allison stated that President Gonzalez believed a Revised Version would enable the university administrators and faculty to establish strategic goals for the future. And what does all this mean to you, the student? .Why should the goals and the mission and vision statements concern you? These are used to decide t he curriculum and the direction of our CSU San Marcos' Founding programs to further intellectuMission Statement al, professional, and personal development within the California State University, diverse community which it San Marcos, offers excellence serves. The University serves in undergraduate and graduate as a resource for books, comeducation to a diverse citizen- puter-generated information ry in an increasingly interde- and ideas. The University pendent world. As the twenti- stimulates research and develeth campus in the California opment in collaboration with State system, CSU, San public and private organizaMarcos provides an academic tions and, in conjunction with environment in which stu- regional -industry, participates dents, taught by active schol- in the development of sciencears, researchers, and artists, based technology. The can achieve a foundation in University offers cultural the liberal arts and sciences enrichment in an intellectually and acquire specific compe- stimulating environment and tencies appropriate to major acts as a focus for community disciplines or graduate/profes- social activities, music, athletsional study. The University ics, and performing and visual upholds a high level of aca- arts. demic scholarship in research and teaching and protects acaCSU, San Marcos endorses demic freedom necessary for an international perspective such scholarly pursuits. that addresses the global comMoreover, the University munity in its distinctive social, demands fairness and decency political, and economic terms. of all persons in the university This multicultural outlook is community. CSU, San Marcos' reflected in our curriculum, promotes a collegial relation- extracurricular activities, ship between students and fac- international exchanges, and ulty that encourages students' special programs that focus on excitement about the learning world issues and problems. experience and process. This campus combines the academConsistent with its global ic strengths of a large universi- orientation, this comprehenty with the personal interac- sive University exposes stution characteristic of smaller dents to the study of laninstitutions. The University guages, to world literature and provides an atmosphere in the fine arts, and to issues and which students can experience traditions of the United States a and other countries. The University's definition of the challenging education in a supportive environment, liberal arts and sciences in preparing them to live co- these times includes basic skill operatively and competitively in writing, critical and creative in a world of cultural and eth- thinking, mathematics, fundanic diversity, economic and mental computer competence governmental differences, and an interdisciplinary shared resources, ecological approach. In addition to the restraints and technological laboratory and classroom, the University provides a variety change. of educational experiences in CSU, San Marcos recog- an atmosphere that encourages nizes its special role in the students to examine moral and north San Diego county area. ethical issues central to their In the spirit of partnership, the development as responsible University initiates and offers men and women. Students university. You are one of the primary customers and it should matter what you receive from this campus. used to meastire whether a value was really a value: it must permeate the organization; it must drive decisions; there must be a strong reaction when the value" is Allison explained that trying violated and it's the last thing one to use the current mission state- will give up. ment to make decisions was difficult. It was too broad and there The next step was drafting the were too many elements to con- mission statement using criteria sider. Allison further explained that is brief, clear and underthat the statement was not precise standable. It must be specific, enough and did not allow the uni- flexible, and serve as a template versity to establish goals that to be the means by which everywould help the university grow. one can make decisions. The Samples from other universities mission statement must reflect were studied and it was discov- the values, beliefs, and philosoered that many wrote separate phy of the operation, reflect values, mission and vision state- attainable goals and serve as an ments. The current CSUSM mis- energy source. When drafting the sion statement consists of five vision statement, certain properparagraphs with diversity as its ties were used: reflects the orgaprimary focus. The group started nization's values, consistent with with values because values are the mission, idealistic and imagiconsidered the foundation of any native, fits with culture, history organization. Strict criteria was and values, provides direction investigate the historical past and its relationship to the present and future and seek to understand human behavior, culture, values, and institutions. They explore the modern mathematical, biological and physical sciences and technology; focus on international concerns of race, gender, and cultural diversity; and contribute to public services that enrich the local and international community. The university prepares students to take leadership roles in areas of work and society in the international community of the 21st century. The aim of CSU, San Marcos is to instill in its students the enthusiasm and curiosity, the creativity and originality, the healthy skepticism, and the habit of continuing inquiry that are central to all truly educated men and women. The goal is to enable them to realize their potentialities as enlightened individuals and productive members of society in a world of change. and purpose, inspires enthusiasm, and encourages commitment. Allison said that when the drafts were completed several open forums were held so that students could provide input, but not one student attended. The drafts will now go to the Academic Senate (tenured faculty elected by their peers to represent the faculty voice) so that President Gonzalez can hear theninput. You have the opportunity to take part in the future of CSUSM. Allison asks that you get involved. Take the time to read the current mission statement and then look at the draft and send your thoughts and/or opinions to tallison @ mailhost 1 .csusm.edu. It is anticipated that the final statement will be adopted by January 2000. California State University San Marcos final draft, 11/15/99 VALUES California State University San Marcos is an academic community dedicated to the values of: Intellectual Engagement: learning, teaching, discovery, and application of knowledge Community: shared commitments to service, teamwork, and partnership Integrity: respect, honesty, trust, fairness, academic freedom and responsibility Innovation: creativity, openness to change, flexibility, responsiveness, and future focus Inclusiveness: individual and cultural diversity, and multiple perspectives MISSION California State University Sail Marcos focuses on the student as an active participant in the learning process. The university's rigorous academic programs, exemplary teaching, and responsive services assure student access to an excellent and affordable education. Our programs promote lifelong learning and enrich the intellectual, civic, economic, and cultural life of our region and state. VISION California State University San Marcos will become a distinctive public university of the twenty- first century dedicated to fostering student learning through innovative programs and teaching delivered by a community of active scholars. We will be renowned for using state-of-the-art technologies and for capitalizing on our diversity to cultivate the knowledge, skills, competencies, and experiences needed to flourish in a global society. Our curriculum will emphasize the liberal arts and sciences as a strong foundation for specialized programs that respond to the needs of the region and state. (adopted by the Founding Faculty, October, 1989) HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! A GIFT OF GOOD SIGHT TO THE STUDENTS AND FACULTY OF CSUSM ARE YOU READY FOR A CHANGE? W E C A N C H A N G E Y O U R E Y E C O L O R , A S K U S HOW!!! PLUS A MUST HAVE,.,. 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When a woman responds to the ad, Hernandez screens her to determine if she meets the basic requirements and her interest is earnest. Passing this interview, Hernandez forwards an application with an information packet to the prospective donor and requests the application be completed and returned with two photos. Based on the information provided on the application, Hernandez begins her process of matching the prospective donor with a couple who has been referred to her by a physician specializing in infertility. The couple's preferences are relayed on a questionnaire completed earlier. Once the couple chooses a donor from the possible matches offered by Hernandez, contact is re-established with the egg provider to assure continued interest in the program and that her commitment is genuine. Extensive psychological and medical examinations occur to verify that the candidate is in excellent physical and mental health. Although she anticipated maybe one or two donor/couple matches a month when she began the business, Hernandez now coordinates about five. "I'm surprised that there are so many people with fertility problems. The experiences they've endured by the time I'm in contact with them are heart wrenching," Hernandez commented. Laura Hopkins According for the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 6.1 million women suffer from infertility in the United States, and approximately 15% of women of childbearing age have received an infertility service. Most cases of infertility are treated conventionally by either medications or surgery, but for those women are still unable to conceive, Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) becomes a possibility for assisting them in becoming pregnant. She believes she has great empathy not only for the infertile couples, but also for the egg donors because of her own involvement in the field of infertility. Hernandez delivered twin boys as a surrogate mother and has donated her own eggs to two Egg donation accounts for 6% of the procedures specified as infertile couples. ART, and is typically considered "Many egg donors in the pro- for older women, women who gram are college students. Their have prematurely lost the ability motives for participation are to produce their own eggs (early rarely based solely on financial menopause) or for those who need. I find they have a real have a genetic concern about desire to provide a childless cou- using their own eggs. The ple with the joyous opportunity process of egg donation is comto parent," Hernandez said. "By plex and time consuming and can the way, because Asian and be painful for both the recipient Jewish donors are sparse, we can and the donor, but for the recipioffer a $500 bonus to women ent, the ability to become pregnant and ultimately deliver a with those ethnicities." baby of her own unquestionably According to Hernandez, in outweighs the distress and anxivitro fertilization was originally ety experienced during this developed to treat infertility process. caused by blocked or damaged fallopian tubes. However, it is currently used to treat a variety of infertility problems. It involves the collection of eggs and sperm from the couple or, in the case of an infertile woman, from an egg donor. The eggs and sperm are placed together in a laboratory dish to fertilize outside the bfrdy, or in-vitro. The fertilized eggs are placed into the woman's uterus several days later, where implantation can hopefully occur, just as in a normal pregnancy. Egg Ethics- an Opinion Laura Hopkins PRIDE STAFF WRITER The ethics of egg donations are challenged as the bid for beauty reaches $150,000 at www.ronsangels.com, a website dedicated to the sale of human eggs. The beautiful blonde with the striking blue eyes (Model 10) has the highest bid of $150,000 at Ron Harris' egg auction, while the other five models hold their own with bids ranging from $30,000 to $90,000. The commerce of beauty is certainly not a new concept with billions of dollars each year being spent on the cosmetic industry, but Harris crosses an ambiguous line with his egg auction. He argues for the possibility of producing "superior children" and yet states, "It is not our intention to suggest that we make a super society of only beautiful people. This site simply mirrors our current society in that beauty ethics of an egg auction. usually goes to the highest bidOn, 10/29/99, SART issued a der." press release stating that they Ron's Angels editorial state- were "greatly disturbed by the ment at his website boasts the creation of the 'Ron's Angels' "opportunity to bid on eggs from website offering donor eggs for beautiful, healthy and intelligent auction," and added, "We find women," and at the same time this approach to a very sensitive offers us "the miraculous possi- area of medicine to be entirely bility of improving ourselves." unethical. Furthermore, it trivializes the donor egg process and While Harris believes his egg blatantly exploits the recipient auction is a benevolent bargain couple." The statement issued by by bringing "beauty and brains to ASRM was similar: "The ASRM the highest bidder," he has finds 'Ron's Angels' website, both prompted the nationally recog- www.ronsangels.com, offensive and unethical," nized organizations, Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) and the There is an uncanny truthfulAmerican Society for ness in Harris' description of our Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), society, and perhaps it is time for to release official statements our society to redefine beauty strongly disagreeing with the and its value. For the egg donor, the process usually begins with an extensive psychological and physical screening. Common testing includes personality assessment as well as blood tests that screen the donor for diseases such as HIV and hepatitis. The donor undergoes a complete physical exam, taking into account family history, to insure optimal wellness. Tests are also performed to rule out sexually transmitted diseases. After the eggs are extracted', they are fertilized in a laboratory and either implanted into the recipient or sometimes frozen, in case the implantation doesn't work. The fertilized eggs are implanted two days later into the recipient's uterus, and nine to fourteen days later blood tests are taken to determine pregnancy! Stress and anxiety usually accompany the waiting period since it is not uncommon for the potential mother-to-be to go through several cycles before becoming pregnant. Even then, the statistics, according to the CDC's 1996 Fertility Clinic Success Rates, show that only 27% of all ART procedures result in pregnancy. In addition, there are legal matters to consider. A surrogate aggreement is required for both! the donor and recipient involving a court action. Also, the perspective parents may petition the courts to establish parentage prior to the birth allowing them to include their names on the birth certificate. To this date, Payment to the egg donor is however, there have been no meant to compensate her for the court cases contesting parentage estimated 50 to 75 hours of time with consideration to egg donors. spent to retrieve the eggs, along with consideration for discomIf after the screening process fort, inconvenience, and potenthe donor is accepted into the egg tial risks. The average amounts donor program, she will begin a being paid to the donor range series of blood tests, ultrasounds, from $2,500-$5,000 while the and administration of medica- recipient will pay approximately tions (both oral and injectable) to $6,000 per cycle. control her reproductive cycle. The physician in charge will A number of fertility clinics attempt to coordinate her men- exist and in order to assure legitistrual cycle with the recipient, macy and safety, those seeking which means the recipient will infertility services should first also undergo a regimen similar to consult an organization such as Resolve, a non-profit organizathe donors. tion dedicated to providing supOnce it is determined that the port and information to people donor has matured eggs, (usually who are experiencing infertility multiple due to artificial hormon- problems, or ASRM (American al stimulation), they are extracted Society for Reproductive by the use of an ultrasound guid- Medicine). ed needle with the donor under sedation in an operating room. Resolve: 617-623-0744 or Meanwhile, the recipient is www.resolve.com preparing her uterus (womb) for egg implantation by hormonal ASRM: 205-978-5000 or stimulation. www.asrm.org �[THE]: UCSD Music Ensemble Victoria B. Segall PRIDE STAFF W RITER A musical performance by [THE] at noon on Monday may have resulted in a few audience members scratching their heads trying to make sense of what may be described as [THE]'s "experimental," "avant-garde" or "d'alba"—a mix of comedic and musical theatre. [THE], formed approximately in 1977, is composed of Dr. Edwin Harkins and Philip Larson, music professors at UCSD. Professors Edwin Harkins and Philip Larson worked together at the Center for Music Experiment in UCSD in the 70s and also worked in the Extended Vocal Techniques Ensemble. The professors continue to perform for musical ensembles, like the SONOR Program of UCSD, and have toured worldwide from Canada, to Europe, Japan and Scandinavia. In addition, [THE] has more than thirty works in their repertoire, including music with John Cage and Anthony Braxton. The November 29 performance in ACD 102 began with a brief lecture by the professors on musical devices and terms used in their music. Their shows, which usually last from one-anda-half to two hours, have included lasers and lights. As a result, [THE] uses various methods of communication during their performances. Some of the methods included syllable exchange, the "Esperanto language," and another form of communication where hats and shoes were involved to signal specific actions. "It's very odd," said Harkins, referring to their methods of communication. For example one of the forms of communication Harkins demonstrated was ventriloquism. He also disengaged his voice from his word formations. This action may be best described as saying a word, like "hello," without moving your lips, but five seconds later mouthing "hello." Harkins' ventriloquism and outgoing disposition resulted in a round of applause and chuckles from the audience. "You can have fun with that kind of out of synchness," commented Harkins. The duo described how their own codes and language derive from "the rhythm of mispronunciation. After the brief lecture, [THE] began their musical performance. The first part consisted of the duo putting together two tunes, "Beautiful Dreamer" and Gershwin's "I've Got Rhythm," to create a new piece of their own. Perhaps the highlight of the noon performance was when [THE] performed "Body Parts." The audience, individuals ranging from confused to engrossed, had smiling faces, and burst into laughter as the duo tapped different parts of their body, making hand gestures, and grunts, sighs, shouts, and other vocal noises to a set rhythm. It may be surprising to discover that this "music" had a melody, even though their only instruments were their bodies and voices. "The sound is something that happens naturally," said Harkins. The professors also told the audience that they know what their goals are and where they are going when they compose music, but they tell of how there is also freedom.in their composition. They discussed how there is a level of abstraction in their music and that they come from avant-garde music, but have also headed in other directions. [THE] mentioned that their performances bring up many questions from the audience and certain issues may arise that they may choose to side with or n ot Harkins and Larson also note that [THE] is on the borderline of comedy and tragedy. At the end of [THE]'s performance, one of the questions asked by the audience was what first time viewers should expect from a [THE] musical performance. Professor Harkins responded, "Something extremely unusual, yet good." . San Marcos Mission Inn KARAOKE...TBURS.„.FRI...SATURDAY 9:00 p.m. t o c lose, Pool Tables • Darts • Karaoke SPECIAL: SlhV. & HON. 6s00 p.m. t o cl,ose . Open 7 Days a Week FREE FOOL DRAFT PTS. « . . « .» V , , ;.$1 .25 v 502 t . Mission Road TRAWBERRY MARGARITA» V$1,, 7 5 . San Marcos. CA 92069 S I .P. REQUIRED HOST BE 21 �1 2 Monday, December 6, 1 999 Wl)t ffirtfae The Reorganization of Student Affairs Leiana Naholowaa PRIDE EDITOR Pomerado Hospital Building, and not on the main campus. Over 80% of the students surveyed approved of CAPS' location noting that the privacy and confidentiality maintained by its isolated location outweighs what A discussion began almost may be seen as a geographical two years ago among Dr. inconvenience. Francine Martinez, Vice President for Student Affairs, Part of the reorganization and the managers within the divi- process included the creation of sion. Much research was con- "professional service teams" ducted and feedback solicited where professionals who have from staff members within the experience and expertise can coldivision's various departments laborate together. This creation on ways to improve the organiza- of new teams is seen in the tion. example of Health Counseling and Disability Services (HCDS). Dr. Martinez tied the reasons In the new reorganization, for the reorganization to meeting Student Health Services is now the needs of a growing campus. grouped with CAPS and "Student Affairs wasn't organ- Disabled Student Services. Since ized from a service perspective," the recent passing away of stated Dr. Martinez. "We wanted Sandra Kuchler, Sandra Punch to move to an organization based serves as Interim Director of on services, and not necessarily HCDS and oversees what was management." Student Affairs once separate. has outgrown the "facial familiarity" and close-knit atmosphere College Success Services is associated with a small universi- the largest department within ty community. All departments Student Affairs that offers a were once housed in Craven breakdown of Outreach proHall. The need for service famil- grams within ACCESS, academiarity as departments have ic support through Educational moved to the PPHS and Achievement and Retention Ranchetos offices and people Services (EARS), and Student can no longer rely only commu- and Residential Life. Carolina nicating by keeping up with Cardenas, Director for ACCESS "who you know" exists as the faces future challenges with the campus continues to grow. recent addition of "Gear-Up," a federally funded program that Student Affairs had also con- will to begin in January 2000. ducted a survey last Spring to Gear Up will target 300 seventh find out if students liked having graders in the local community CAPS (Counseling and and monitor their academic life Psychological Services) across until they reach the college level. the street at the Palomar Though their offices will mostly The Student Affairs reorganization was accomplished with three goals in mind: to become easier for the student, to make better use of experts, and to maximize resources. be off-campus and at the actual secondary school site, Gear Up's collaboration with similar outreach programs like Upward Bound and the Student Academic Services and Outreach Program (SASOP). As student population continues to expand, the division looks to a future with Campus Housing which will be built by 2002 to complement campus life and the former Center for Student Involvement's presence at the beginning of each student experience with Orientation Day. The culmination of a fieldhouse and Student Union opening, a new campus building that expands eastward, and the prospects of a new library prompts Student Affairs to reposition itself within the university community. V ICE P RESIDENT F OR S TUDENT A FFAIRS Organization Chart 1999/00 Several weeks ago, according to Dr. Martinez, the Student Affairs staff had a Vi day retreat on how to deal with change in relations to the process of the reorganization. She notes, "Change is always difficult. Part of any change is needing to support and educate people through the process." �Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan Trevor Knudsen PRIDE STAFF W RITER Although many students may only know of Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan through their dance performances at campus events such as the Cinco de Mayo celebration (which they also organized), Mexican Independence Day and Caesar Chavez Day (both cosponsored by Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan and MEChA), their dances are only a part of Ballet Folklorico Mixtlan's activities both on campus and in the community. Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan has three main goals according to club president Yesenia Balcazar: the promotion of Mexican culture, community service, and the promotion of higher education. The traditional Mexican dances that Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan performs help to preserve and celebrate Mexican culture and Jewel's Joy: A Holiday Collection PRIDE STAFF WRITER The soothing sounds of Jewel's voice make the holidays complete. I was pleasantly surprised by her renditions of "O Holy Night" and "Ave Maria" where Jewel sings operatically. In contrast, in her playful sounding "Joy to the World" and "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" her childish voice takes away from the beauty of the music, I love listening to "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "I Wonder as I Wander" because it is reminiscent of a 1940's radio commercial where two women sang in harmony. Joy: A Holiday Collection also includes a medley of the hymn "Go Tell it on The Mountain," Jewel's "Life Uncommon," and Bette Midler's "From a Distance." The medley sounds unconnected, and it's obvious that three different songs created the piece. ^ A Joy: A Holiday Collection doubles as a CD-ROM, allowing users access to a special Jewel video upon buying the CD. As a fan of Jewel, I enjoy Joy: A Holiday Collection for background music, something that will not distract me from my homework or studying. For those who don't like Jewel's nasal sound, give "O Holy Night" and "Ave Maria" a listen before making afinaljudgment. keep their heritage alive both on daiices and give presentations campus and in the community. meant to motivate students, not only to come to college, but also As part of their community to remember their heritage and service goal, every other Sunday, give back to their community. Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan, with assistance from university pro- Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan has grams such as EOP and SASOP, accomplished all of this in just goes to Vista to donate blankets, over a year (they celebrated their clothes, and food to the local first anniversary October 1st). farm workers as well as teach President Balcazar credits the English and health classes. In great success of Ballet addition to this, the club recently Folklorfco Mixtlan to the dedicadonated toys to an orphanage in tion and teamwork of the members as well as the supportive Tijuana. environment that they have creTo promote higher education, ated. The club meets every Ballet Folklorfco Mixtlan has a Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm tutoring program at La Costa and Thursdays from 6:00pm Canyon High School, primarily 10:00pm. By the way, president teaching English as a Second Balcazar points out that they are Language. They also intend to looking for more male members start an outreach'program where to even out the 3 to 1 they will go to local high schools female/male ratio in the club. to perform traditional Mexican A World of Information in the Palm of Your Hand — Free Library Services!!! Library materials from all over the world are within your reach. Books, videos, dissertations, journal articles, anything you need! If you are unable to find it at the CSUSM Library, simply request it through Interlibrary Loan at http://www2.csusm.edu/librarv/ILL/submita.htm- Most items arrive in only three to ten days. If you need books, an even faster way to get them is thrqugh the San Diego Circuit, where it usually takes only one to two days to arrive. Search for and request Circuit books at http://www.csusm.edu/librarv/electronic.htm' THESE SERVICES ARE FREE!!! If you don't have access to the Web from home or are unfamiliar with using it, stop by the Library to get help requesting Interlibrary Loan and/or Circuit materials. The Library also provides free research consultations. This Holiday Season,Circle K International CKI is sponsoring its 8th Annual Angel Tree Project. Two years ago CKI collected gifts for AIEiS victims (187 children at Christi's Place in San Diego), last year they collected over 200 gifts for migrant children. This year, CKI's goal is to provide gift for St. Clare's Home, (non-denominational) a place for needy mothers and their children. You can change a child's life by > participating in this special event... 3 Easy Steps to Participate... 1. Pick up an Angel ornament with a child's gender and age from the Christmas Tree located in the Dome. 2. Purchase a gift for the child. 3. Return the gift unwrapped to the box located next to the Christmas Tree located in the Dome. Please bring your gift no later than December 16, 1999 to allow enough time for wrapping and distribution. CKI is also accepting gift wrap paper, tape, bows, or any monetary donation (tax-deductible) to make this event as successful, if not more, than the previous years. Make checks payable to: CKI of CSUSM Send to: Susana Gonzalez, CKI Advisor, CSUSM Associated Students, Inc., 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, COM 205, San Marcos, CA 92096-0001 If you have any questions, please contact: Roberto Ramirez (760) 714-1447, <ramir016@csusm.edu> �m)t Bribe Experiencing the Pacific Islands Leiana Naholowaa PRIDE EDITOR mats. The coconut husk is used in the making of rope. A miniature replica of an island home was displayed near cups that were used to serve kava, an herbal drink made from the kava root. Kava has natural qualities that relax the body'while clearing the mind, unlike alcohol. It is featured in certain ceremonies and social occasions within island cultures like Samoa and Fiji. A musician from Samoa and another from Hawaii sang island music with acoustic instruments as a guest speaker educated the crowd about a particular island's tradition and way of living. When the time came to talk about the kate 'a, or triton shell, the performers were happy to attempt the famous blowing of the shell-horn that was once used to announce important village meetings. A Polynesian Cultural Fair took place in front of the Dome on Wednesday, December 1, around noon. The event was sponsored by the Latter-day Saints Student Association (LDSSA) and co-sponsored with Associated Students and Global Affairs. Emcee Charlie Bird, a member of LDSSA, said that he had the idea for the cultural fair for over a-yeas .and decided to finally put on the event since he will soon transfer to Brigham Young University next year. through island music, artifact, and dance. Display tables were set up so students could get a first-hand look at how a lei (flower necklace) is made, various musical instruments, glimmering clothing made of sea shells and fabric, embroidered tapas from Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga and a more modern stitched Hawaiian quilt that took hours to create. The coconut tree is the main plant in the Pacific since its components helped sustain ancient island cultures. The actual coconut was used to transThe Pacific islands of Hawaii, port freshwater, while its leaves Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and and branches have served as New Zealand were represented roofs for homes, brooms, and The event that everyone waited for finally arrived as the dancers took their positions at the foot of the stage. Four drummers provided the musical accompaniment to dances first melodic and slow, and to ones that gradually increased in tempo. Three female dancers in bikini wear of mini-sarongs and coconut shells, as well as the trademark grass skirt, performed intricate movements that incorporated the swaying of hips and the expression of the hands. Their costume included floral and green vine-like garden adornments on their bodies as drummers and acoustic musicians alternated the music for the dancers performances. The kahiko is an ancient Hawaiian hula dance that was performed by a woman singing and simultaneously playing the drum while her daughter performed a solo dance on stage. The song dance told the story Pele, the goddess of the volcano, who ran down the mountain in a rampage, consuming everything in her way. "The Pride" Newspaper Mascot Tryouts ( I ' m s o r r y You c a n ' t b e o u r m a s c o t A I T u k w u t s d o n ' t g r o u p in ' P r i d e s ' ) ' -fA^PyTW about some REAL\ /Pf' �AIDS Cont. From Pg. 1 California. He is the youngest male of five siblings. He grew up in the era of hippies and the Vietnam War. He said that he abused drugs and had a lot of unprotected sex during that period. He commented that in the past if you contracted something you could go get a shot, but that there isn't a shot for HTV. He was married at the age of 18 and now has two children. The marriage only lasted for four years because he was an abusive husband. He claimed that all he wanted to do was "get high and have sex." He frequently got into trouble and was in and out of jail. This behavior lasted for years until he finally turned his life around in the 80's. He was doing fine until he hurt his back and GEW-Opinion By Penny Lanese There is one fatal flaw with the General Education Requirement for Writing (GEW) program that will ultimately cause the demise of the California State University San Marcos code for the writing requirement and the very foundation that the mission statement stands upon. Even though the Writing Center requirements may help students succeed in their written communication skills, the requirements can also cause an otherwise exceptional student to fail. The majority of the students entering the University from high school do not have the skill to write academic papers at a college level curriculum. The Writing Center is an excellent place for those students to go and share their ideas with trained tutors who enjoy literature and want to help. For the most part, there is nothing wrong with the relationship between the student, the course and the Writing Center. could no longer work. He turned to alcohol and became depressed. He turned his life around again and was going to AA meetings. He was sober from 1990 to 1995. The third guest was a young woman named Molly. She works as a caregiver at Fraternity House in Escondido, and at Michaelle House in Vista. She has worked at both facilities since last July. Molly has a deep'understanding for people afflicted with AIDS since she lost a beloved brother to the dreadful illness. She said that both facilities provide care to a variety of ages and race groups. In 1990 he began dating a young female from his AA support group. Just when he thought that things were going great, his girlfriend revealed to him that she was HIV positive. It was a secret she had carried for three years. They broke up 18 months She said that the people in the later. He tested HIV positive in facilities become extremely 1991. He tried to commit suicide depressed around the holidays and ended up in a mental ward. and encouraged people to volunteer their time by just being a He swore that he would never friend. Volunteering can be as put anyone at risk, like what hap- simple a task as running someone pened to him. He now goes to up to the local grocery store. HIV/AIDS support groups and travels, lecturing youth about AIDS awareness. However, there are students who fail the GEW requirement, not based upon their level of academic writing skills, but rather because of the lack of attendance to the Writing Center. Those students who succeed in academic writing are punished for their talents. On the other hand, the University has a reputation and academic integrity to uphold. The weekly GEW class length is only two and one-half hours long and the one Writing Center appointment completes the weekly total of three hours for "class time." Completely removing the Writing Center from the requirement is a possible "solution." However, those who truly need the Writing Center to improve their writing will not willingly spend their free time reviewing their papers unless it were mandatory. Another "solution" is to make visits to the Writing Center a part of a lab section, instead of an open-ended appointment system. Taking DRUGS Cont. From Pg. 1 and alcohol-related injuries in the hospital trauma room. "It's not what you see on TV," Blatner stated, "Needless injury and death result from people making poor decisions." Peter Pham, a campus police officer, discussed the legal aspects of driving under the influence. Two members of the audience tested their ability at a field sobriety test using glasses that simulated visual impairments to a person under the influence of alcohol. effects of alcohol on the body. He stated that there are 23 separate body functions needed to drive a car. After one drink, a person has only seventeen of those functions working properly. Emnis Jackson, a paramedic, provided a "sobering" slide presentation of drug- and alcohol-related accidents. The audience was treated to refreshments and give-aways that included No Fear T-Shirts, gift certificates to the Gap, Target and Glamour Shots. Abeyta said that this was the first of several seminars that Student Health Services had planned. Future topics include Detective Ed Wells from the Date Rape, Aids, and Crime San Marcos Sheriff Station Prevention. spoke about the physiological away the student's choice to schedule his or her Writing Center tutoring sessions limits the student. PACIFICA Cont. From Pg. 1 remaining group members have : carried on the tradition by performing all along the Pacific coast. They have recorded two CD's and plan to record a third release next summer. So I offer this solution to the GEW Staff and Faculty: Allow the student to appeal the failed grade in a personal meeting with the current director and the professor. This appeal will consist of a thoroughly written minimum ten-page report of why the student did not attend the Writing Center and an. argument for why they believe they should be able to pass this class. Based upon the report done by the student and the arguments the student makes for their defense, the director and the professor decide the official grade of the student. The standards of the University are still in tact, for a complete report and argument will take more than the seven hours lost in the semester in Writing Center visits. The student chooses to take the responsibility into their own hands, and Writing Center is still required for the GEW class. The music, mostly in Latin, is sung in the tradition of the early Roman Catholic Church. Gregorian chant originated during the era of Pope Gregory I in the sixth century, and much of the original music continues to this day. The program performed at CSUSM consisted of two parts, the first derived from the traditional Latin mass and composed of "ordinaries," or hymns written in the style of the Renaissance, which are sung at every mass. The second part of the program was in celebration of the season of Advent, the four weeks preceding Christmas. Chodos said that although the music stems from a Christian tradition, "it speaks to everyone." He pointed out that the group members come from three religious backgrounds: Catholicism, Protestantism, and Judaism. "The music stands on its own outside of the church setting," Chodos said. « The lyrics have a profound and solemn nature that transcends the noise and clutter of our everyday lives. Latin verse tends to have that mysterious effect on those who don't know the language, but even translated into English, the lyrics seem to be calling from a distant plane. "Ask of me, and I will give you the nations as your inheritance and the utmost parts of the earth as your possession," reads the translation of one of the chants. ^ Chodos spoke of the "body of mysticism" found in the Christian church, with which many people are unfamiliar, and the reflection of this music on that tradition. The Gregorian chant, Chodos said, "speaks to everyone on a deep spiritual level." And it seemed to be true. From the moment the members of Schola Pacifica filed onto the stage, until they took their final bow, the audience was given a glimpse of that mystic tradition, and the result was amazing. On Campus With State Assemblyman Howard Kaloogian Andrea Cavanaugh PRIDE STAFF WRITER Fifteen students gathered in The Dome on Wednesday, December 1, to hear State Assemblyman Howard Kaloogian air his views on a variety of subjects. Kaloogian, who is also the Honorary Chairman of the CSUSM chapter of the Young Americans for Freedom, or YAF, addressed the students at the invitation of the College Republicans. He was joined by State Assemblyman Tony Strickland from Ventura. Kaloogian stated that "involvement in government is down to an all time low" among college students. He cited the number of people attending his address on campus as an indicator that college students are not interested in politics. "There should be a great deal of political activism on campus," Kaloogian progressives," he told his audience. "We are the ones who are going to advance the progress of freedom. Anyone who supports the expansion of the freedoms One way in which people are we enjoy are the true progresimpacted by the government is sives." taxation, Kaloogian said. When payroll taxes are combined with Speaking on public education, gasoline tax, sales tax, automo- Kaloogian voiced his disagreebile licensing, etc. they total ment with efforts to solve probmore than 50% of an individ- lems in the schools with addiual's income, he said. "In the tional funding. "The 'educrats' days of the kings and queens, the cannot show you how more serfs and peasants would revolt money will solve the problem. if the king took more than a They don't have a plan" to improve education, Kaloogian third!" Kaloogian exclaimed. said. Instead of allocating Kaloogian warned his audi- resources to mainstream public ence to beware of politicians schools, he advocated the supclaiming to be "progressive." port of charter schools and The word "progressive" is mere- voucher programs. He cited the ly a "code" for those who want approximately $7,700 spent to "advance the communist annually on the average public line," he said. "We are the true school pupil and suggested the said. "A lot of kids aren't that concerned. They don't realize how much they are going to be impacted by the government." money would be better spent on private education. "For that amount of money, you'd like to have the kid be able to read his diploma when he graduates," Kaloogian said. Although Kaloogian advocates literacy, both he and Strickland believe that funding for libraries shouldn't come from Sacramento. Funding should come from local governments, Strickland said. Apparently library funding will become a dead issue because, Kaloogian claims, "Libraries will soon become obsolete because of the Internet." Kaloogian, who will be forced out of his Assembly seat next November because of term limits, represents the 74th district, which stretchesfromCarlsbad to Del Mar on the coast and east to Escondido. He has endorsed fellow conservative Mason Weaver as his successor, out of a large pool of Republican hopefuls. The 74th district is considered to be one of the safest Republican assembly seats in the state. "If you win the Republican primary, you can go to Sacramento and look for a house," Weaver was quoted as saying in the San Diego Union Tribune. One of Kaloogian's goals for the remainder of his term is to "convert Social Security into a program that will be around for you and me," he said, without giving specific details. 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