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A colorful banner of cloth extends from the installation on the third floor to reach the fourth floor of the library. According to Otto, the bird houses in his art work symbolize the human form of a home. "A place you go where you feel safe- to escape the busyness of the world and to cultivate dreams," Otto said. With many recurring images in his work, one piece that stands out from the rest is a character Otto calls, "Rock guy." The rock character reappears in Otto's paintings along with the bird BLACK H ISTORY M ONTH E VENTS • Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. - B SU hosts fashion show at Ciark Field House. • Feb. 15 at 5:30-7:00 p.m. "Black Market" will be the topic of the "Dinner Dialogues" presented by the Cross-Cultural Center and Educational Equity & Diversity 7pm in the Dome. • Feb. 15 at 7:00 p.m. - "Tuskegee Airmen" film showing in the UVA classroom. • Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. - " Rosa Parks" film showing in the UVA classroom. • Feb. 18, departing from UVA at noon - Sunday Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues in downtown San Diego. See page 5 f or m ore o n B lack H istory M onth Plan B pill now available at student health center BY PAMELA CASTILLO Pride Staff Writer Photo by Mary Foley / The Pride Above:Erick Otto's installation and paintings "Rooted Dreams" now on display in Kellogg Library. Bottom-right: Erick Otto stops for a picture in front of his work. houses. In the installation, the character appears as a 3D form. The character's sleepy eyes look upon the house. Otto mentioned how the character would like to go to the house, but he's ultimately weighed down. In the installation, the cloth W omen's C enter m oves to a n ew l ocation BY KIM ANDERSON Pride Staff Writer The Women's Center has moved from Commons 201A to FCB 102and is near the parking services office. Senior Lissa Lim, Cal State senior and Women's Center Operations Coordinator says, "Since we've moved to a larger space, we were able to expand our services. We now have an awesome library space where students can come relax and read a book. We also have private space where women can come breast-feed or simply use See CENTER, page 2 banner behind the rock character works as the character's thought. "Sort of like a prayer," Otto said. Otto said, "The leaves are an ode to Andy Goldsworthy." Goldsworthy was an outdoors artist, Otto further described. "They See OTTO, page 3 Photo by Kelly Corrigan / The Pride CFA holds meeting to discuss strike options ulty with a fair contract. The fact-finding process is expected to be completed in the middle On Tuesday, Feb. 6, the Cali- of March. Once the fact-finding fornia Faculty Association of process isfinished,the CFA can CSUSM met at the Clarke Field officially go on strike. House to discuss the CFA's availProfessor David Bradfield, able options, should they decide CFA Chapter President of Cal to go on strike this spring. In the State Dominquez Hills, was presprocess of bargaining for a fair ent among the CFA members of contract, the CFA and CSU are CSUSM on Tuesday's meeting. now in the midst of the fact-find- When speaking if fact finding ing process. Fact-finding is the should fail to yield to an agreeprocess in which a third party ment, Bradfield said, "We're progathers information on how posing a kind of job action that much money the CSU has and will have the minimum impact how much money is being dis- on students and faculty and the tributed. maximum impact on the adminOnce the fact-finding process istration." Bradfield added, "The is finished, the CFA hopes that the CSU will present the facSee CFA, page 3 BY KELLY CORRIGAN Pride Staff Writer Plan B. or the Morning After Pill, is now available to students over the counter at the Student Health and Counseling Services, amongst various other services. In nine states, including California, the FDA has changed restrictions to allow individuals that are 18 and older to obtain the product over the counter, while individuals under 17 can obtain the product with a prescription. CSUSM student, Laura Contreras shares her perspective. "I think the right to choose is a good idea, but it should not be available over the counter. I'm worried that younger women, who might not be informed, may use the morning after pill as a form of contraception without understanding their other options." At the CSUSM Health Center, the cost for the pill is $25.00. Male or female students can purchase the product, with or without counseling, up to two times per month. After the second time in a month, an appointment is required. The main reason for requiring an appointment is because the product is not intended for frequent use, nor does it substitute birth control. Users should know that the product is advertised as up to 89% effective for reducing pregnancy risk, and does not protect from STD's. Nursing Major Naomi Strong said, "I personally believe that the plan B pill is a good backup method to birth control. However, I don't think that the pill should be used as a routine. Women should take the necessary precautions and be responsible when having intercourse but people do make mistakes which also See PLAN B, page 2 �THE(N>RID{ S A t yWVtWnYUN TT New study abroad options available % Deadlines approaching for Australia, New Zealand and South Africa ËDITQRIAI STAFF chance to apply and study for an academic year in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. The application date for Australia, New Zealand and South Africa is May 1. A decision on whether the student is qualified to go will be made in late August. A complete application must contain an IP Application, two faculty recommendations and official university transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. According to the CSU International Programs website, "Admission of a student is based on academic, linguistic, and personal qualifications, and on the appropriateness of the students' proposed plan of study to their degree objective." There is no application fee, and those looking to apply are best advised to meet with an IP Campus Coordinator. An academic year of studying abroad is beneficial to students because not only does it take time to culturally assimilate to your new surroundings, but the extensive amount of time also crosses the line of being a visitor into becoming a true resident in the community in which you are studying. Stockey understands the importance of spending an academic year abroad and said, "Year long programs provide an even greater opportunity for a richer cultural experience." IP enrollment fees are kept at an affordable rate because student costs are partially supported by the State of California. The cost of studying abroad is dependent on what country you wish to study and their economic situation. Students pay for their own housing, transportation, meals and any extra costs. Scholarships and financial aid are available. However, what the CSU International Programs website considers to be most important is the expérience you attain by studying abroad and considers studying abroad "A long-term investment in yourself and in your future." Students do receive credit for all coursework that is completed while abroad. All completed coursework is considered CSU resident credit. Academic Reports are prepared by the Office of International Programs, who converts host university information into CSU campus terms. Students must meet with a counselor prior to their departure in order to understand how the work the student completed abroad applies within their scope of requirements. Should students have any further inquiries on studying abroad they can visit the CSUSM website of global affairs at http:// w ww.csusm.edu/UGA/studyabroad.htm, or the official CSU International Programs website at http://www.gateway.calstate. edu/csuienet/index.shtml. range from books on women's issues to calculus and biologiit to vent and be alone. In addi- cal sciences as well. Cheyenne tion, we have a large array of bro- Barr, Director of Men's Activism chures and fax sheets displayed and Outreach, explains that these in the Women's Center. With all books are available to check out this, we hope to have created a for an entire semester. If students safe, comfortable space for all do not have the funds to buy an CARTOONISTS students." expensive textbook, checking it JENNY BIOFOND The new Women's Center is out in the Women's Center s oukL ftidrfe robttiy ivlift ^a TOtipte of saV^^hoke Valuable dollars. O uches,'computer workspace, Eori Walkirigton, senior arid ; chairs, a table and even a giant women's study major, explains, % i te W t e , j & p i ^ d Î&/ÛÎJ& beanbag. There is room to work "The Women's Center is a wonon schoolwork, eat, gather or just derful place to meet with other .äP w j te; jjfóSji hang out and read. Speaking of students, relax, chat about classes testtffe i ^ ^ Ä S v kws, reading, the new Women's Center and learn about women, culture, df m^'-or Library has many books avail- sexuality and gender. It's a fun Stàté ' able for student use. These books place to expand understanding, get resources and connect with others." And now, with more room than before, students have more space in which to do these things. On Tuesday, February 20, the Women's Center will be hosting an informal discussion questioning if the United States really is a melting pot. The discussion will be held from 12-1 pan., and free soup will be served Women's Center Programming and Events Coordinator Morgan Hoodenpyle says, "Ultimately we're trying to provide a community. This is a safe space. Everyone is welcome!" The Women's Center offers counseling, support groups and mentoring on tough issues such as sexual assault, rape and sexual harassment. They also provide support for couples counseling, parenting, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender mentoring. In addition to these services, they have emergency supplies such as diapers, tampons, condoms and emergency toiletry kits. Center hours are Monday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday 11 a.m.-i p.m. and 2 p.m.-8:30 p.tn., Wednesday 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m.10 a.m. and 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, the Women's Center can be contacted at 760-750-4988 or by e-mail at asiwomenscenter@csusm.edu. , itmo&mcmm 0 AYI0 ~ S v GATXBY ^ -^ ! , BUSINESS MANAGER JASON ENCABO LAYOUT Ï PITQR : MAicr iccBv NIW$ E0ifOit : KELLY CORRIGAN * $ MXÜM$ EDITOR & DISTRISUTIDN MAMAGÉR AMANDA AND&BEN ARTS & EHTÊRTAIMMENT Ï DITOE . -J SOPHIE BRINK , CORF EDITORS • C MMSTALL KANVÜCK KÏM ANDERSON ADVISOR JOAN ANDERSON ;; STAFF WRITERS JEREMY ALEERS ; , KIM ANDERSON FAUI BAIMBRIDGE JOSH BROWN FAMEIA CASTILLO DAVID CHURCH RICHARD ESPERTÏ TOFANIE HOANO + FRANCISCO MACIAS-RIOS MICHAEL MÏLBURN - SARAH PULTZ : AMANDA RUTHERFORD HIATHÊR S HEDD ; " >' \ JONATHAN THOMPSON BY TIFFANIE HOANG Pride Staff Writer One of the many benefits of being a member of the CSU system is that it provides students with the opportunity to study in 19 different countries. Studying abroad allows students to engross themselves in an atmosphere that is not only academically stimulating, but also makes for a life-long experience. CSUSM International Programs advisor, Jan Stockey said, "Studying in another country brings a dimension to your education that you cannot imagine." As students separate themselves from what is familiar, students challenge themselves to exist in a foreign place. In meeting new people and encountering new experiences, students acquire a new understanding of not only themselves, but the world around them. As of right now, students still have the From CENTER, page 1 , % ì: ¡fÇ y4tß*«' telephone.. É jÉMl^^ iNpriB j iM idetttiffcatioii* mây/WléêkmI f ér f ^ ^ r i é r , sfeottld fce u n d e r w e r d a a a d t han ä ftht-iiidivldiialedltors. Uli tie -tiöfc to^^mo^t^àmì^m, TO^tay, g p i ^ P B i l H H i "•'Ìlédf mmtiiMk W T f e f riöe' should *&§ be construed m the I " ^ MorsOTÂWtoW^^àtîos of compari e t ó ^ i » f h e -Mito x j t a r a M tight t a p p e t any, a àvè$tfgft^ the mzémâc je&r*/ Dîsiribu* Photo by Kim Anderson / The Pride lim •••feclftfes Ä ,dT,CStlSM'' From Left to Right: Lissa Lim, Morgan Hoodenpyle, Felipe Robinson-Zanarta, Robert Knecht, Christina Holmes, Vanessa Williams and Joranna -,\ ^ ;; ; : Ramirez work and hang out in the new Women's Center. From PLAN B, page 1 ference from the abortion pill is that the Morning After Pill "will should be taken into account." not affect an existing pregnancy." This is how it works. The stu- The Morning After Pill works in The Pride dent takes the first pill within 72 one of three ways according to the Cri State Saa Marcos hours of the incident, the sooner web site. Either the pill doesn't let Valley Road j the better. The second pill is an egg release, stops sperm from Saa Marcos, CA 9209MÔÛÎ taken twelve hours later. The meeting with the egg, or prePhone: <760) 750^6099 main ingredient is the hormone vents attachment to the uterus. Fa*: <780) 750-3345 levonorgestrel, a combination of The hormones in the pill cause E mail : p riä*@cswm.tün http;f/www, thecmsmpride, com rogestin and estrogen, which is an increase in natural mucus that p\ the same hormone that is offered prevents all three from occurpifojp&l in birth control pills. Accord- ring. Precautions are listed for ing to "go2planb.com," one dif- those allergic to the hormone, as well as diabetics. CSUSM student Philip Hoffman said, "It's pretty cut and dry. If you are opposed to abortion, you should be opposed to the morning after pill." As with most medications, experts suggest that any individual with chronic illness, irregular menstrual cycles, or any questions should talk with a physician. Any health concerns should be discussed with a medical professional. Conversations with the Student Health Center are confidential and helpful, so it never hurts to ask. File Photo/The Pride �From CI5A, page 1 don't want to strike, but we will." Mayra Besosa, a CSUSM Lecturer of CSU central administration has really not Spanish, was also present at Tuesday's been bargaining in good faith. In my opin- meeting. Besosa also holds a position on ion, they've really forced us to this place when the Bargaining Team and is the CFA Lecthey walked out of bargaining." turer Representative for CSUSM. Most of Tuesday's discussion examined Besosa said, "Statewide, CFA Lecturwhere the CFA is at this point and how the CFA ers' Council has passed a resolution which came to be in the situation they are today. supports and recommends a Yes vote on Bradfield mentioned that the CSU's budget the strike authorization vote, should a problem dates back to 2002. Bradfield said, strike authorization vote be held." Accord"There was a 500 million dollar cut back in ing to Besosa, the Lecturers' Council rep2002/ That's enough to de-fund three cam- resents about 54% of the CSU faculty. puses for ayear, and we haven't recovered from Besosa believes the CFA is reluctant to those cuts. So what they're doing to backfill strike but more than willing to stand up for those cuts is they're raising student fees and certain principles. Besosa quoted the CFA they're not bargaining with us in good faith slogan, "I don't want to strike but I will," and yet their raising executive salaries." and added, "What is at stake is more than a Dr. John Halcon, CFA Secretary and Pro- contract with a decent salary increase." fessor who works in CSUSM's department Should the CFA go on strike, classes of Education was also present at Tuesday's would be cancelled over a two day conmeeting. secutive period. The CFA would hold, a When speaking of thè raise in student fees, picket line in front of the campus on Twin Halcon said, "The plan is they'll go up 10% Oaks Valley Road. The CFA organization a year until 2011. So when you look at 2011, at every CSU campus would participate in sitting here now, they would have raised fees the strike as vicell. Besosa said, I hope that 130% "to 140%." Halcon added, "When you this contractfightrevives our idealism, our look at what's happening at community col- reason for being teachers, our commitment leges, they've actually reduced their fees by 25 to improving the lives of our students and to %." According to Halcon, students will have inspiring them to do the same for others." no choice but to attend a community college According to Besosa, the plausible before they attend a CSU because students will strike will result in working for the wellsimply not be able to afford it. It is the culmi- being of the CSU. Besosa would like the nation of therisein student fees, the growing CFA and CSU to make an agreement with amount of students to a classroom, the increase a fair compensation package and improvein executive pay and the lack of a sufficient pay ments in the workload and benefits. Besosa raise for the CFA that leave professors looking added, "For the students, I hope our fight to the strike as their only option. results in a roll-back in student fees. The Halcon said, "When we go on strike on CSU is supposed to offer a tuition-free this campus, nothing will be delivered on education for the residents of the state. As this campus. Nothing will move. We'll public servants, the Chancellor and the close this campus down like we've closed Board of Trustees must renew their comall the other campuses down. We'll make mitment to the CA Master Plan for Higher sure that they understand, and again, we education." From RESPONSE, page 1 Campus Way serves as an acceptable alternate entrance and exit during busy periods. With these things in mind, our status and the remaining steps toward completion of the signalization of the intersection at Palm Canyon and Craven, as well as traffic control at the crosswalk from Lot C to the Dome, are as follows: • The engineer has completed the design of the intersection of Palm Canyon and Craven. The University requested this design shortly after fall semester's accident. • The President's Executive Council allocated an initial $75,000 to Facilities Development and Management to begin work on this projeqt. • The cost estimates for the project, which includes design, installation, inspection, and • contingency, is $300,000. The University will need to fund the additional $225,000. • The University is required to follow a bidding process which takes approximately two • months. The University can now begin advertising for bidders and anticipates that it will • take at least 10 weeks to procure the equipment. • Last fall, I indicated that we anticipated completion in spring 2007. The process took a little longer than projected and we now expect to complete the project during summer 2007. Other plans that we are developing or considering: • Sponsor an education campaign to. educate drivers and pedestrians to be mindful of the rules of the road (courtesy of Parking and Transportation Services). o Campus roads are subject • • • to the same rules as regular roads. o Pedestrian, bicyclists, and vehicle traffic share the roadways, o The crosswalks on Palm Canyon Wáy aré heavily used by pedestrians, o Pedestrians, should cross in groups in order to allow vehicle traffic to move, o Vehicles need to be courteous to pedestrians and allow them to clear the crosswalk prior to . proceeding into the intersection. • Be Alert-Whether driving or walking, don't assume that others see you. * Slow D own-A few extra seconds can help prevent accidents. • Be patient and courteous. • Drive slowly and cautiously. • Allow extra time to get to your destination. Continue to have Community Service Officers (CSOs) at the intersection during peak traffic periods. Increase enforcement of parking/ driving rules. Use crossing guards at impacted intersections to protect pedestrians. Finally, reducing the number of private vehicle trips and therefore the number of vehicles on campus would reduce traffic problems. The campus is now undertaking. a Transportation Demand Management Program with SANDAG (San Diego Association of Governments), the City of San Marcos, and NCTD (North County Trans- Former Black Panthers to visit CSIISM Panthers. Originally, the name of this organization was the Black Party for Self Defense; the slogan, "All Power In October 1966, at the height of the to the People." The Black Panther was civil rights movement led by Dr. Martin. used as strong symbol for the efforts in Luther King, Jr., and amid events such promoting civil rights and self defense as the assassination of leader Malcom that continued through thè 1970s. X and the urban uprising in Watts, On Wednesday, February 14 from 12California, Huey Newton gathered 1 p.m., in Academic Hall 102, The Womnumerous longtime friends and devel- en's Center and CSUSM's Sociology oped the organization, The Black Pan- Department will present a film premier thers. Newton was considered to be of "Legacy of Torture: The War Against a modern day American Revolution- the Black Liberation Movement." Two ary. Bobby Seale and David Hilliard former Black Panthers will be present at were two men among the members the meeting and will share their experiwho played a crucial role in the Black ences as Black Panthers. BY KELLY CORRIGAN Pride Staff Writer From OTTO, p^ge 1 k . •• • ^ ... . . Photo by Mary Foley / The Pride A piece from Erick Otto s installation titled "The Power Within." represent a passage, going deep within for earth tones changed with the influyourself to find the passion within." ence of the surrounding Latin commu"Otto graduated from San Jose State nity and use of bright colors in the city. University with a B.A. in Illustration This is reflective of ¿he brighter tones in h and a B.A. in Animation. With his ani- his work. mation background, hi& art started as When Otto goes into his painting something very character driven. In the mode, he describes it as a form of medipast six years, Otto has been supporting tation in which he is responding and himself solely on his art. reacting to it. "Three months later," he Otto's career as an artist has expanded said, "I'll-try and figure it out." to encompass art design for theatre As a part of the installation, Otto made sets, television shows and art directing twelve birds, from scraps of wood and for advertisement campaigns including painted them blue. Otto said, "They see Old Navy and The Gap. He also has his the world from the top view down. Every own clothing line titled New Leaf. Otto once in a while we need to be pulled out said he is most proud of his installation of our environment. It just makes so work., much more sense." He gathered various kinds of mateWhen speaking of his own process of rial including old bed sheets and pillow creating art, Otto said, "I have to commit cases from thrift stores and wood from to the idea, execute it, then ask questions dumpsters. "I try to collect anything later." that catches my eye. Living in the city, Professionally, Otto said he's been an there's lots of richness. I try not to buy artist for six years. He said he suffered anything. There's so much out there that greatly during the first two years, having people just discard." According to Otto, to ask friends and family for enough using discarded materials gives him money to eat. With no artists in Otto's more originality to use but in an entirely family, Otto said, "It was hard for them new way. "The material dictates the art to understand at first what I was doing. itself," Otto said. "Things change as It was a constant battle until the last two materials change and what I have access years." But Otto said he knew he wasn't to at the given time." happy unless he was doing his art. His Otto attempted to set pp his installa- family noticed this as well. tion as if it were telling a story, similar Speaking on the advice he would to a set design of a movie, Otto's instal- give to new artists, Otto said, "Take the lation is placed In the middle of the time to find out what you want to say, exhibit. "As if you were to walk inside how you want to say it, then execute it." a painting," Otto said. His paintings are Otto also emphasized the importance in placed on the surrounding edges. learning how to draw well in order to For him, Otto's art is about taking build a strong foundation and to rely on things that are already out there, putting the computer during thé last stage of the them together and making connections. art process. Since he moved into the artistic Mis"Rooted Dreams" will be on display in sionDistrict of San Francisco, his liking Kellogg Library until May 18, 2007. To portatioji District) to develop alterna- pedestrian and vehicular adherence to the tives to private vehicle use including shuttles, subsidizing bus use, and incorporating the future light rail with a station at the edge of campus. We will continue to work toward identifying other options to mitigate the congestion while we rely upon existing intersection traffic controls. Sincerely, Neal R. Hoss Vice President Finance and Administrative Services �C ougar s oftball h ome o pener BY JEREMY ALBERS Pride Staff Writer It was standing room only at Mission Hills High School Saturday, Feb. 10. Coach Jennifer Milo had her ladies ready in front of a crowd of roughly 200. Mr. Taco, the Mexican eatery that also catered the baseball opener, fed the hungry crowd as the Cougars stepped foot on their home turf for the first time in the program's history. Coach Milo said of the home fans, "This is fun. It's lots of support." The field at Mission Hills is in great condition and the parking is onsite right next to the Mission Blvd. entrance. Coach Milo put her ace pitcher Melissa Lerno out. in the first game of a double header against Vanguard University, a Christian School in Costa Mesa, CA. It was the right decision, and the sophomore Lerno was toughest when Vanguard had runners on base. After a single and balk in the first allowed a runner to get to third, Lerno induced a groundball to third base and Amanda Sanchez tossed over to first for the third out. Vanguard pushed home a run in the second on a weak grounder that somehow found a way through the right side. Lerno got the next hitter to ground back to Sanchez at third and left the bases loaded. In the third the Cougars dodged a bullet after a leadoff triple by Vanguard's Sarah Howe. Lerno got the next two on strikeouts before getting a lazy fly ball to left field where Leilani Madrigal snared it for the final out of the inning. Lerno definitely had her good stuff on this day stating, "I had lots of movement." The game was a real pitcher's dual as the Cougars had trouble with the high heat of Vanguard pitcher Jennifer Olvera, who struck out 14 on the day. It wasn't until the fifth inning that the Cougars put together a rally for the home fans. Erica Coelho walked with one out. After she hustled to beat the throw to second on a bunt by Lindsey Preovolos, Madigal came up with two outs and two on. She hit a looper towards the Bermuda Tri- angle, the area behind shortstop and between the center and left fielders. Vanguard's shortstop had to have heard the roar of the crowd as the ball tipped just off the edge of her glove. When the dust settled, Coelho scored the tying run and Madigal stood on second with a game tying RBI double. The game remained tied 1-1 as both teams missed opportunities with runners on base. After Lerno got a clutch two out strikeout on a close pitch with runners on first and second, Vanguard Coach Beth Renkoski was kicking up dirt near the visiting dugout. The umpire was inconsistent but Lento said, "He got better as the game went on." The teams played into extra innings where each side gets to start their half inning with a runner on second base. Vanguard was able to get a run in the eighth despite the brilliant play by Lerno and her catcher Preovolos on a squeeze attempt. The Cougars failed to get a run in the bottom of the eighth and lost the game 21. It was a hard fought game and led Coach Milo to say the team is "getting used to each other." She was also happy with the performance of Lerno in the loss saying, "she just got stronger and stronger out there." As for the extra inning "International Rule" where the inning starts with a runner on second base, Coach Milo said, "to me it doesn't show the better team, but we both do get it. Sometimes it falls your way and sometimes it doesn't." Freshman Erica Coelho seemed to like it saying you're guaranteed "no ties." It is reminiscent of college football when each team gets the ball at the 25 yard line in overtime. The Cougar softball program has already beaten then ranked # 10 Concordia, and appears ready to compete in this first season of play. Mission Hills High School is located on Mission Blvd a few miles east of Twin Oaks Valley Road just on the other side of the 78 from CSUSM campus. For more information on all Cougar Sports go to the CSUSM homepage and click on Athletics. The Pride online at: SUSMPride.com C ougar t rack & field: E yes set o n N ationals women's soccer team, and welcomes back the San Diego State transfer, Ashleigh Davis, who Cal State San Marcos is pre- will look to break her school paring for its ninth season of record in the 100 Meter Hurdles. track and field by getting the Asbury and Davis will be joinoutdoor track season started ing sophomore Sarah Ivory and at Clairemont College with the junior Namadhjlah Mcintosh in Rossi Invitational, Feb. 24. With thè relays. Senior Kristina Hill is looking 63 athletes competing, this event will be the largest in school his- to become an Ail-American this tory. Coach Steve Scott, who is year. Hill finished in eighth place the current American mile record last year at Nationals in the marathon. Freshmen Andrea Talhami holder, is proposing big goals. Haying one returning NAIA is expected to fulfill many peoAil-American from last year, ple's expectations in the triple senior Bonghabih "Bee-Bee" jump, as her high school marks Shey, Coach Scott is looking to are beyond that of the current add a few more. Coach Scott said, CSUSM triple jump record. On the men's team, Cuyamaca "Both teams are much stronger than we have ever been and our transfer, Corey Dart, is a strong goal is to get as many people to addition to the team this year. Dart will compete in the hurqualify for nationals." But Coach Scott isn't satis- dles and the decathlon and could fied with just having the goal make a strong impact on this to get to Nationals. He has set year's team bringing his secondforth some high expectations for place experience in the California both teams. Coach Scott said, State Championships last year to "Having the men's team place in CSUSM. the top 20 would be a big deal. I Returning this season is junior am expecting the women's team Billy Walker, who made Nationto score high, somewhere in the als in his first year in the 100 top 15." meters, but red-shirted last year. The women's team is look- Javelin thrower Ronnie McFading stronger. The relay team den, the 4x4 and 4x18 relay team, added freshman Lucia Asbury, and 10K runner Juan Mejia will who played forward for CSUSM help make the men's team comBYDAVID CHURCH Pride Staff Writer petitive for nationals. The dedication on and off the track, and hours and hours of preparation for each event gets the teams one step closer to their goals. The early meets are stepping-stones towards the next meet and preparation for Nationals. Coach Scott said, "[We are] starting at the Meet of Champions, then [we will move on to] Triton, UCI, Clairemont and Occidental. These are the meets that will point towards Nationals. These meets are to get them at their best, to set new personal records and to prepare them for Nationals." The NAIA National Championships is set for May 24 to 26 in Fresno, CA. This gives the CSUSM track teams three months to prepare and qualify for Nationals. Some of these athletes may be able to qualify for Nationals at the Rossi Invitational. As the team gets deeper into the season, more and more of the CSUSM track athletes will continue to qualify for Nationals. So, be sure to stop by one of the many track meets and support your fellow classmates. Give them that extra adrenaline rush that will help push them over those qualification marks and reach nationals. T he San D iego Curse BY RICHARD ESPERTI Pride Staff Writer Charlie Joiner, and Kellen Winslow in the 1980s when the Chargers took part in two of their three In reviewing this year's Super AFC Championship games. Then Bowl, I started thinking about the there were those who played on the Chargers' disappointing ending Chargers' only Super Bowl team. to their season. But beyond that, Future Hall of Famers like Junior I began thinking about the disap- Seau and Rodney Harrison, who pointing performance of profes- both play now for the New Engsional San Diego teams in general. land Patriots, a team that has won San Diego is a choker town when three of the last six Super Bowls. it comes to professional sports. The answer to why the CharBoth the Padres and the Chargers gers fail at creating winning teams have a knack for building fans up may be that they get rid of players and letting them down. It's like too easily; the organization lacks clockwork in this town. patience. Rodney Harrison had a Let us begin with the Chargers. slow season in 2002, his last season Outside of a 51-10 victory over with the Chargers. The following the Bostón Patriots, for the AFL year Harrison ended up in New Championship on January 5,1964, England where he turned around the Chargers have failed miserably and led the league with 126 tackon several occasions to bring a les, which he topped the following championship home to San Diego. year with 138 tackles. Despite his Are the Chargers incapable of injuries the past two years, Harrieffectively competing in the NFL? son has been extremely effective It would seem so to a degree, con- in New England. Why would a sidering their only championship team get rid of someone like that? came before the AFL and NFL The question baffles me. merger of 1970. The 2006 season started with Since the merger, the Chargers few hopes and aspirations. The loss have made three - count them, of Drew Brees to the New Orleans one, two, three - AFC Champion- Saints during the off-season had ship games, and only one Super Charger fans in a state of uncer-' Bowl appearance, a losing effort tainty, looking ahead at a season to the -San Francisco 49ers. The lead by an unproven quarterback, Chargers Overall playoff record Philip Rivers. However, the team stands at 7-13, that's a .350 win- managed to end the season with a ning percentage in the postseason. record of 14-2, the best in the NFL. This is hard to believe consider- Individuals set records, the team ing the talent that existed on those set records, and talent-wise they losing teams. had the best team in the league. The talent consisted of Hall This was another Charger team of Fame athletes like Dan Fouts, with future Hall of Famers Donnie Edwards, LaDainiari Tomlinson, Lorenzo Neal, Keenan McCardell, and I think it would be safe to say Antonio Gates and Shawne Merriman. Yet the Chargers managed to break the hearts of thousands of fans again in typical San Diego fashion. Than there are the Padres, the other group of historically talented losers. This is a team that has only made five playoff appearances in 39 years. Theirfirstplayoff appearance was in 1984 in which they made the World Series, losing 4-1 to the Detroit Tigers. The Padres did not return to the playoffs again until 1996, where they were swept by the St. Louis Cardinals in the NL Division Series. Then, in 1998 they made their second and last World Series appearance, tasting defeat at the hands of the New York Yankees in a series which ended 4-0. In 2005, the Padres made it to the NLDS where they were swept by the St. Louis Cardinals. The team's last playoff appearance was in 2006 in the NLDS, where they lost yet again to the St. Louis Cardinals 3-1. What is it about the Padres and the Chargers that seems to prevent them from winning the big one? I can't really answer that question. Is San Diego a cursed city when it comes to sports? Why not? The Boston Red Sox had the "curse of the Bambino" and the Chicago Cubs have the "Billy Goat curse." If there is a curse, what curse is it that rests over San Diego's professional sports teams? �website of the week: p i t c h f o r k m e d i a . c o m BYJONATHAN THOMPSON Pride Staff Writer ample amounts of information regarding independent music. About 170,000 internetusers visit Ryan Schreiber created Pitch- the website each day and a total of forkmedia.com in 1995 after he 1.3 million users visit the website finished high school. Schreiber each month. The sheer number of chose to name the website Pitch- visitors has made the website the fork because of Tony Montana's most popular website online for tattoo in "Scarface." Schreiber ini- independent music according to tially named the website Turntable. Alexa Internet which is a website Local fanzines and the University used for identifying the amount of of Minnesota Twin Cities' radio users on specific websites. station 770 Radio K influenced Gobs of information clutter the Schreiber's decision to found homepage of the website, however, Pitchforkmedia.com. Schreiber an index on the top left corner of envisioned a website fulfilled with the page allows for smoother navi- gation of the site. The six categories to choose from are Reviews, News, Features, Forkcast, and Best New Music. Old reviews and information can be easily obtained by utilizing the search option. A quick search resulted two reviews of previous Penny wise albums. The review section anchors down the website. Ratings ate determined in increments of one decimal allowing for 6.7s and 3.3s. While some albums have received a 10.0 such as Radiohead's "Ok Computer" album, others have received a devastat- ing 0.0 such as The Flaming Lips "Zaireeka" album. The reviews are insightful and descriptive. If applicable, the reviews delve into the history of the album and genre as well. t he website's magnitude has begun influencing albums in both positive and negative lights. The Arcade Fire benefited directly from a positive review from the website. After a positive review, The Arcade Fire album's inventory completely sold out. On the contrary, negative reviews can also damage the success of other albums. Travis Morrison's "Travistan" album received a negative review; sales immediately dropped and the album was almost blacklisted from college radio. Despite the popularity of the website, some in the music industry have cited the website for using hipster language and acting biased in their reviews. Regardless, Pitchforkmedia offers a side, an independent side of music, that Best Buy and Circuit City do not have. For some fresh music ideas click over to Pitchformedia.com. Making the grade: No grade inflation at CSUSM BY KIM ANDERSON Pride Staff Writer Paula Montagna, a graduate student here at Cal State University San Marcos in Literature and Writing, transferred here with a 4.0 GPA. During her undergraduate studies, she received one A-. Her GPA is now a 3.9 without any method of making it higher. "By using a grading criteria in which students may earn an A-, but offering no option to earn an A+," said Montagna, "CSUSM uses a grading system which punishes students for their imperfections, rather than reward students for their achievements." Is an "A+" an ever-elusive grade at this school? How did our current grading system get implemented? What is the philosophy behind it? Founding faculty member Larry W. Cohen, professor emeritus of biology, has some of the answers. About why grades top out at A, he said, "We (the Founding Faculty) wrestled with the question ourselves at the time but decided to stay with the long-established standard of 'A' as the top possible grade rather than opening the possibility of escalating to A+, A++, etc. and undermining the integrity of the A." The plus/ minus system of grading is meant to indicate the subtleties of students' performance. Cohen also sheds light on the possibility of attaining an A+. "Over the years at CSUSM, I did issue A+ grades on occasion. The grade went to one or two people whose performance was way out ahead of even the other 'A' students. I would estimate, after looking over my grade books, that it was with a frequency of about 1-2 per hundred." The grade of A+ shows up on the transcript, but is not calculated into the grade point average as more than just a regular A. Grade inflation was one of the concerns of the Founding Faculty when instituting the grading policy. Cohen said, "Too many faculty are concerned with being popular and for them A+ may become the typical A grade, fulfilling the fears of the Founding Faculty when they considered the question." Grade inflation, according to national statistics, has been a problem among postsecondary institutions since at least the 1980s. It is defined as the increase of the number of high grades over time, and is often associated with lax academic standards. With more and more students achieving higher grades, it is easy to conclude that standards have been slipping; with students reporting that they contribute less effort than those who had preceded them, it is conclusive to attribute the higher grades phenom- enon on the institution and not on students simply becoming smarter. Many measures have been taken by other universities to combat grade inflation. Some universities limit the number of A' grades a professor may give. Jennifer Diffley, an alumnus of Brigham Young University reported, "It was impossible to get anything higher than a D at BYU. The professors made it their personal mission to ensure that no one ever received A's on assignments. It was to avoid a little thing called 'grade inflation.'" While CSUSM does not employ such harsh tactics, grade inflation is still a concern according to Cohen who helped to implement our current grading systeip. CSUSM celebrates Black History Month BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer "I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: - 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.'" - Martin Luther King Jr. February marks the annual celebration of "Black History Month," for Americans nationwide. What began on February 12, 1926 as the first celebration created by Dr. Carter Godwin Woodson, a Harvard Scholar, has now become the nationally observed "Black History Month." Traditionally celebrated in the second week of February, Dr. Woodson chose to celebrate African American history in February as a tribute to Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, both of whom Woodson felt had a significant impact on African American history, and both of whom celebrated birthdays in the month of February. Honoring fellow influential African Americans such as: W.E.B. Du Bois, Thurgood Marshall, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, Dred Scott, Booker T. Washington, Louis Armstrong, Toni Morrison, Oprah Winfrey, Tiger Woods and Muhammad Ali—to just name a few—Black History Month University Hour. •Feb. 20at 7p.m. - "The N Word" documentary film showing in the UVA classroom. • Feb. 21 at 6p.m. - "Just Black? Multi Racial Identities." A documentary film showing and discussion to be held in the UVA classroom. • Feb. 22 at 6 p.m.- "Women, AIDS and Poverty in Uganda" event featuring food, presentation and discussion as well as African jewelry sale in the UVA classroom to support BreadforLife, a program to eradicate extreme poverty and Events at CSUSM in honor of help its members who are women Black History Month: with HIV/AIDS and refugees • Feb. 13 at 6p.m.- BSU hosts from the war in Northern fashion show at Clark Field Uganda. House. • Feb. 23 at noon - Soul food •Feb. 15 at 5:30-7:00p.m. luncheon presented by AAFSA at - "Black Market" will be the the Clark Field House. topic of the "Dinner Dialogues" presented by the Cross-Cultural • Feb. 26 departing at 5p.m. Center and Educational Equity & from UVA - "The Lost Boys of Diversity 7pm in the Dome. Sudan" film showing followed •Feb. 15at 7:00p.m. by discussion with two Sudanese "Tuskegee Airmen" film showing refugees at the Thomas Jefferson in the UVA classroom. Law School in downtown San Diego. • Feb. 17 at 7p.m. - "Rosa Parks"filmshowing in the UVA • Feb. 27 at 7p.m. - "Pursuit of classroom. Happyness" film showing at the •Feb. 18, departingfromUVA at Clark Field House. noon — Sunday Gospel Brunch at • Feb. 28 at 6p.m.- "Soul Food the House of Blues in downtown & Spoken Word" event in the San Diego. UVA classroom. • Feb. 20 at noon - "Black Other San Diego County Events History Month Celebration" in honor of Black History Month: presented by Associated Students • Feb. 14 at 7:30p.m. - Ugandan Incorporated (ASI) with Damaru Children's Choir at the on the Library Plaza during WorldBeat Center aims to raise awareness, and celebrate African American history through a variety of events. However, with the month of February well underway, the observance on campus has just begun. The Black Student Union will be hosting numerous events on campus throughout the remainder of the month, and in addition to on-campus events, there are also a number of events happening throughout the county in honor of Black History Month. • Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. - Tribute to the Reggae Legends (formerly Bob Marley Day Festival) at the Sports Arena. Headliners: Bunny Wailer, Eek-A-Mouse, Jr. Reid and more. •Feb. 23-25-KuumbaFestival 2007 - The Rep celebrates Black History Month with San Diego's longest running AfricanAmerican festival of arts, creativity and cultural heritage. • Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. - Heritage Day Festival and Parade - An annual grassroots celebration that honors cultural diversity and community involvement. • Feb. 24 11 a.m.- 5p.m. - Julian Black History Month Festival Julian honors its AfricanAmerican heritage with a familyfriendly community celebration. Obtaining your PhD? 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The event is said to have begun in the pagan times of ancient Rome, with the annual celebration of a fertility festival called the "Feast of Lupercalia," which traditionally occurred in mid-February. The festival was known for pairing the mating of young men and women each year through a sweepstake arrangement. More often than not, it is said that the arranged couple would fall in love and eventually marry. Also linked to the Valentine's Day festival, are the infamous legends of Saint Valentine of Rome. Saint Valentine lived in Rome under the sovereignty of Emperor Claudius II. To retain a valiant army, Emperor Claudius incessantly enlisted soldiers, but to his misfortune was able keep soldiers, because the majority of men did not want to join his army because of their commitment to their wives and families. Upon realizing this, Claudius forbade all engagements and marriages in Rome. Thus, Valentine, an idealistic and romantic priest began to organize secret marriages for young couples. As soon as Claudius unveiled Valentine's treachery, he imprisoned Valentine, and later executed him on Feb. 14, circa 270 A.D. Subsequently, Valentine became the patron saint for lovers during the Middle Ages in France and England. Then in 498 A.D., Pope Gelasius chose to end the celebration of the pagan festival, "Feast of Lercalia," and thus declared February 14 St. Valentine's Day. Exchanging "valentines" and love notes is one of the central elements of Valentine's Day. It is rumored that this practice began with Saint Valentine himself, who while in prison fell in love with a young girl, thought to have been the jailor's daughter. Prior to his execution, it is supposed that he wrote her a love letter, which he signed: "From your Valentine." It is also said that Valentine's Day falls on Febr 14 each year because during the Middle Ages in England and France that date marked the commencement of bird mating season. Furthermore, the oldest accounted for Valentine is said to have been written in 1415 by Charles, Duke of Orleans, while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London. Nonetheless, though the rumors and allegation surrounding Saint Valentine seem to flow in abundance, they all have one thing in common; they portray Saint Valentine as a heroic and romantic man, suggesting that Valentine's Day should be a day for love and romance. 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R a n c h o S anta F e R d San Marcos more info? birthchoSce.net answers* real help. �Last week's key: Courtesy of The Pride V alentine Valentine V alentin IT I A• v a i € i iiiii© ACROSS 4 Danielle Steele captures this emotion is her "novels". 6 Sweet embrace while watching a movie. 11 "Dude what's mine say????!!!!" 13 The opposite of happiness. 14 Something to set the mood. 16 Catch phrase of the day. 17 Emotion felt for those with a valentine. 19 A sweet touch of the lips. 21 The Indian art of love making. 22 The horizontal mambo. 25 Flower of choice, and inexplicable price gouging on Valentine's. 26 Cupid's weapon of choice. 27 Dominate hue for the holiday. 29 Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, The Pride is really cool, this whole thing is the clue. 30 Victoria's valentines secret. 32 Sweet or unexpected gifts. 33 The only present present with a life-long promise. 34 A must have for popular dinner locales. 35 Candy, The last minute gift for all ocassions. DOWN 1" is in the air". 2 Alternative way of saying "I love you" for the vocally challenged. 3 Hapiness short and sweet. 5 Sparkling beverage of choice for the romantic love birds. 7 Romantic outting for couples. 8 Store of preference for the more "adventerous" couples. 9 Greetings of color and helium. lOSt. of day. 12 and kisses. 15 Baked goodies for your special someone. 18 Succulent fruit for the appetizing. 20 Presents that come in small boxes. 22 Candy with loving messages. 23 Sentiment shared by those single on Valentines. 24 Strawberries best friend and valentines day outfit. 28 Candle lit meal often breaking the bank. 29 A strong feeling felt towards one another. 31 Artifacts of the consumer based side of Valentine's day. �Undertown By Greg Bishop NoucAintowetHBie, T Hlfl^S u a cuthbre ei«fcfr (Ml P I C * OP A/1/7S so By Greg Bishop we aw* MI* nrti^Mwi » U SOWLlHftöüfart • w e mi tfm eass, W p e ft WSCoMCßWlOH wts nm.m . IN l &ttNW»! > l EMEWDP tip v INT« fv f S i & WH IÄ Wmi m w m>Hrtwm-mm, U)wwt AOBB.-E60 NT US rbwu> l o o UW? bishop 2 D 8S »WKJ immtrn �The Arts & Lecture Series presents: Children's book author S3 artists, poets, and musicians. As a child, Pennypacker's favorite books were "Treasure Island," "Black Beauty," and "The Yearling." Her decision to write a children's book, however, didn't come until sjie was raising her own children. "I started hanging out in libraries; that's what you do when you have kids." She read the best of children's literature - and the worst. When she realized how much "junk" was floating around in the children's book market, Pennypacker decided to try her hand at writing. "I care very much about the writing," said Pennypacker. "I'm not writing to markets." She Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Kassebaum believes that books are powerful, "You have to let the reader be connecting readers through time part ofthe writing," said children's and space. She is so passionate book author Sara Pennypacker, about her work that if forced to whose latest published work, choose between compromising "Clementine," follows the adven- her artistic integrity and going tures of a spirited third grader. to another publishing house, she Ms. Perinypacker's appearance at would go to another house, she Cal State San Marcos was part of stated. the 2007 Arts and Lecture Series, "I start every book," Penny-' which is responsible for introduc- packer explained, "by imagining students to various authors, ing a character. I don't do plotBY SOPHIE BRINK Pride Staff Writer driven books." The inspiration for the character of Clementine was her two children. It is understandable, then, how attached she becomes to her characters: "I carry my characters around." Her son especially lent specific character traits to Clementine - his impulsive, distracted temperament, characteristic of Attention Deficit Disorder,-combined with his artistic, empathetic nature, also characteristic of ADD. Pennypacker said that she wanted to show the positive aspects of ADD without belittling the difficulties. As a result, all of the adults in "Clementine" are very supportive of the third-grader. "I wish the world had [told my son], 'What a wonderful artist you are,'" said the author. When speaking of the writing process, Pennypacker refered to "flow." "There-is a feeling of Tightness when you tap in instead of controlling [the process]," she articulated. Pennypacker believes that the story is already in existence; the author just needs to tap into it. For her, P e n n y p acker the process involves letting her for the care of unmarried pregconscious go in order to allow nant women whose racial charthe creative process to happen. acteristics fit the Nazis' Aryan During the creation of a book, ideal. The homes were part of she naps constantly. "The period the Nazi's social experiment to between sleep and awake is create a "master race." Pennywhen you can allow the charac- packer did six years of research ter to enter your head the most," for the book. she explained. Pennypacker also said that If this sounds rather tranf she is considering taking on an scendental, however, make no existing children's book series. mistake: Pennypacker works So far, she is still discussing the hard. Rewriting, she explained, possibility with the series' pubis an important part of writing lisher. her books, and she cited as an example of the importance of rewriting the great reviser, E.B. White. Author of such celebrated children's books as "Clementine," "Stuart's Cape," and "Dumbstruck," Pennypacker is currently attempting to cross over into the adult market with apiece of historical fiction. Tentitively titled, "My Enemy's Cradle," the book is about a halfc Jewish girl who finds herself in a Lebensborn home, one of many homes set up in Nazi-occupied Image courtesy of Hyperion Books for countries by Heinrich Himmler Children Theater Review *®The Four cf Us" BY JEREMY ALBERS Pride Staff Writer Itamar Moses had the audience laughing out loud at his latest play "The Four of Us," currently running at the Old Globe Theater. Located in Balboa Park near downtown San Diego, the Old Globe is one of the town's first professional theaters, hosting 50 minute versions of Shakespeare back in 1935. The Cassius Carter Centre Stage was renovated out of the original restaurant, the Falstaff Tavern in 1965. This 225 seat arena is incredibly intimate. The stage is in the center, and the actors perform to every angle, giving everyone the feeling of nearness to the action. With the 360 degree seating, only four rows occupy each side, so every seat is a good one. In "The Four of Us," actors Gideon Banner (Benjamin) and Sean Dugan (David) experience friendship while entering the life o £a writer. The play opens by dropping the audience into the middle of a conversation at lunch regarding Benjamin signing his first book deal. David, who has chosen to go into playwriting, has yet to have any recognition of his talent. The sarcastic wit of actoiiSean Dugan and tfte clever dialogue written by Itamar Moses reveal the envy and resentment going on in the mind of David. The play goes through confusing shifts in time, clueing the audience in with the clothing of the cast and their conversation. However, the relationship of the rieedy David and the affable Benjamin is hilarious. They've been friends since a summer camp after high school and have seen each other grow into separate careers in writing. Along the way they share the awkwardness of dating and money-making. The acting in this play was very well done. Sean Dugan, who has appeared in HBO's dynamic cellblock series OZ and episodes of the Law & Order series, did a brilliant job as David. His sniveling jealousy is believable, while Gideon Banner, with strictly theatre experience, plays the success-won't-change-me role with a real air of pride. Yet, with only two actors, the back and forth gets a bit tiresome at spots. There seems to be an inward reflection by playwright Itamar Moses. He pokes fun at the literary field and its ability to create celebrities andpoison friendships. Moses is considered the next big thing in the theater crowd, having much critical acclaim in New York City and nationally. At 29 years old, Moses' future seems very bright. : K ^HJ , : Bring your thinking cap to this very clever comedy surrounded by some cheap laughs at an abundant use of the "F" word. With cigarette-smoking on stage and a male bonding marijuana puffing session, "The Four of Us" is most definitely intended for a mature audience. ^'The Four of Us" is playing February 3-March 11. 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ÌMCB $9û:QbcmmmhY I �Movie Review BY KIM ANDERSON Pride Staff Writer "The Messengers" is the stateside directing debut of Danny and Oxide Pang. Isn't "Oxide" an original name? It is pretty much the most original thing about this film, as the Pang brothers borrow elements of three or four other horror movies and mix it up into 90 minutes of tired horror cliché. Instead of exploring the possibility that children can see things that grownups cannot (as the trailers for this movie implied), the film goes off into a very different direction that fails to make any sense. What kills me the most is how much potential this movie had and how much was wasted in falling back on the already-doneto-death horror tricks. You'll see psychotic crows reminiscent of Hitchcock's "The Birds," contorted crawling-on-the-walls ghosts which gives you "The Grudge" deja vu, and a giant haunted house similar to — I don't know — every horror movie « T V Messengers fails to deliver ever made. The ' story follows the Solomon family who move to North Dakota from Chicago in hopes of making a fortune on cultivating sunflower seeds. The dad, Roy (Dylan McDermott), and mom, Denise (Penelope Ann Miller), are the oblivious parental duo. Roy is a hard-working farmer with an undeniable determination and a body way too hot for a dad. Denise is a typical 1950sstyle housewife whose fortes include bed making and making a killer glass of lemonade. Jess (Kristen Stewart) is their teenage daughter who is deeply affected by something horrible that happened in Chicago. Ben (played by twins Evan and Theodore Turner) is the toddler who, conveniently, cannot talk but sees much. Right before planting time, Roy meets up with a mysterious drifter (John Corbett) whom he hires on the spot after learning his first name. Meanwhile, the house is playing tricks on Jess and Ben who are the only ones harassed by ghosts. The actors, most notably Stewart, whose past credits include "The Panic Room" and "Cold Creek Manor," do an amazing job with what they are given. Stewart is wonderful in this role, giving her character the balance of maturity and innocence. McDermott, of "The Practice," gives a sincere and believable performance as a dad who is trying to hold his family together. Miller never misses a beat as a protective and over concerned mother. The Turner brothers play a wonderfully creepy part, which is a credit to them and the directors. Corbett plays his role so suavely that you almost doubt he is a threat to the Solomon family. The music and sound design were both done nicely. Though the music was a very obvious cue to what is going to happen next, the score was well-written and well utilized. The sound design, in particular, was eerie and scary without going overboard into cliché-land. Possibly the only time I was even a little frightened during this film was due to the excellently crafted sound. The direction and cinematography both were not too unoriginal but seemed to take you too much out of the experience instead of bringing you in. Overall, the plot is the thing that gets in the way of this movie the most. Apart from the fact that moviegoers had to suffer through tired, recycled horror tactics, the movie simply did not make any sense at the end. Small plot holes are easy to ignore, but when they are as big as the sunflower field on screen, they go from ignorable to extremely annoying in less time than it says to say "The Messengers." And, after seeing this entire movie and taking pretty good notes, I still have no idea why it is even called that. If you enjoy pointing out plot holes and mocking movie discrepancies, this film was made for you. Otherwise, "The Messengers" is completely skippable. •«ini J • rt.lt J i f M W^WÊiM' I ffi : -, / ^MESSENGERS Image courtesy of Sony Pictures Beer of the Week ^ i n t e r s Jgourbon £ a s k ¿ Ale Pride Staff Writer Anheuser-Busch brews Winter's Bourbon Cask Ale December through February. The ale marks the second seasonal brew that AnheuserBusch offers. In 1876 AnheuserWm Busch's Bud-. •IIIII weiser became I g | | American's first WÈ national beer g if brand, and the J jjf brewery produces ^ ^ B 50 percent of all iSr beer consumed in the United States of America. Twelve breweries comprise Anheuser- Busch with the close&fitfdated in Los Arigelesv Icy and drizzling weeks in the near future demand a winter ale. The packaging, containing six 12 ounce bottles, sold the beer. On the packaging stands a snowman wrapped with a scarf, mittens, beanie, and even goggles. In light of the fact that snowmen are the coolest of all men, the snowman smugly holds a frosty mug of frothy beer as snowflakes descend from the beer heavens above. Strong aromas emerged from the bottle as I poured the cold contents into a chilled mug. The aroma from the hops and vanilla bean filled the vicinity as rays of light struggled to filter through the daik ahibfcr bdlxkr ^ ithe Hie. A powerful scent and TtiScioirs color sent surges of glee to my parched mouth. Reluctance gave way to impatience until the mug tilted and the ale began pouring into my mouth. A few sips quickly discovered the courageousflavorof hops and the smooth, retreating taste of vanilla. The bold taste and soft sweetness parallels the experience of Diet Coke. Diet Coke tastes strong at first before the aspartame leaves a semisweet flavor. The ale has many ingredients. Dark roasted caramel malts, all-imported hops, which are aged on toasted bourbon oak casks and whole Madagas- car vanilla beans^ cotopriis^" the^ ale. In the words of my four roommates, the ale "tastes like pumpkin pie," "is sweet first then bitter," "has a vanilla spike and bold taste," and one of my roommates who preferred to swallow the ale wholly through a conventional device designed for mass consumption of such substances said the beer "has a weird, rare, and uncommon taste." For an adventure and delicious treat for your taste buds, rush to the store and select your own six pack of Winter's Bourbon Cask Ale. The brew sits on shelves for a limited time. Photo by Jonathan Thompson / The Pride Drink of the Week Ck/OooLfote, BY SOPHIE BRINK Pride Staff Writer The scrumptious secret of the bean of the cacao tree is arguably the greatest discovery in world history. Those who may scoff at this assertion will, wild-eyed, change their opinion when their mouths are stuffed with the ambrosial marvel that is chocolate. As the story goes, the Aztecs discovered the aphrodisiac potential of chocolate. Hundreds of years later, the association between chocolate and love lives on. The link is not only found in history and lore but in the chemistry of the human brain. The high we experience when happy or in love involves the discharge of chemicals phenylethylamine and serotonin by the brain into the nervous system. Chocolate contains these same mood enhancing agents. It is, then, no surprise why ardent suitors and the happily married alike buy up armfuls of See's and Godiva chocolates for Valentine's Day. We delight in experimenting on our loved ones MfcirtLiisL' and ourselves, entertaining ourselves with a grown-up version of playing doctor. If the mad chemist in you is dying to get out this Valentine's Day, why not introduce him or her to your inner bartender. Meet the Chocolate Martini - a cocktail glass full of the most indulgent love potion imaginable. Smooth and creamy, this libidinous libation is best when enjoyed with your sweetie. To make a pair of delicous Choco 'tinis you need: 1 1/2 shots chocolate liqueur (I used Godiva.) v 1 1/2 shots creme de cacao 1/2 shot vodka (I recommend Absolut Vanilia.) 2 1/2 shots half-and-half Chocolate syrup to garnish Chocolate shavings to garnish Swirl chocolate syrup in two chilled cocktail glasses. Mix all ingredients except for syrup and shavings in a shaker with ice, shake, and strain into glasses. Garnish with chocolate shavings. Enjoy! m �THE PRIDE Tuesday, February 13, 2007 Aquarius: Your true love awaits you. Aries: Open your eyes to the world around r Pisces: Destiny is knocking at your door. ife. y ou. m - Jgmy Your aura is glowing ¡pojare happiness. Leo: Love is in the air. Drink it up i f - softly. ¿mÈ Cancer: A n open mind will lead you to your soul mate. sir Libra: Your heart knows Bot what it wants. B r Taurus: q j May love and harmony surround you today. Sagittarius: Taking a chance on love and love will take a chancy on you. ^ Scorpio: ^ Your charm and charisma will take you far. W Capricorn: ™ Enduring love will move mountains in your life. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO If YOU'RE SINGLE •About 1 billion Valentine's Day cards are exchanged in US each year. That's the largest seasonal card-sending occasion of the year, next to Christmas. •Women purchase 85% of all valentines. •In order of popularity, Valentine's Day cards are given to teachers, children, mothers, wives, sweethearts and pets. •Parents receive 1 out of every 5 valentines. •About 3% of pet owners will give Valentine's Day gifts to their pets. •Valentine's Day and Mother's Day are the biggest holidays for giving flowers. •Worldwide, over 50 million roses are given for Valentine's Day each year. •California produces 60 percent of American roses, but the vast number sold on Valentine's Day in the United States are imported, mostly from South America. Approximately 110 million roses, the majority red, will be sold and delivered within a three-day time period. •73% of people who buyflowersfor Valentine's Day are men, while only 27% are women. •Men buy most of the millions of boxes of candy and bouquets offlowersgiven on Valentine's Day. •In the Middle Ages, young men and women drew names from a bowl to see who their valentines would be. They would wear these names on their sleeves for one week. To wear your heart on your sleeve now means that it is easy for other people to know how you are feeling. •The Italian city of Verona, where Shakespeare's lovers Romeo and Juliet lived, receives about 1,000 letters addressed to Juliet every Valentine's Day. •Richard Cadbury invented the first Valentines Day candy box in the late 1800s. pfflH IMA!jäteäti l&K%>t B it«J E S1 § fj u t; ( as p D> • m Facts found at www.stvalentinesday.org BY AMANDA ANDREEN Pride Staff Writer into a donation pile, and rearrange the clothes you do wear. 1) Pamper Yourself: make an 6) Take a short trip. Pack a bag and appointment at the day spa, be indulgent, hit the road. Planning a short trip will take or splurge at the mall. your mind off the whole Valentines Day 2) Celebrate with friends! For girls: tradition and it will be a fun getaway. plan a girl's night out on the town, or for 7) Think positively. Not having guys: plan a poker night, or organize a someone to share Valentines Day with sports game. isn't the end of the world. Just think, not 3) Be Proactive! Donate your time having a valentine is much easier than to a worthy cause. Just because you're actually having to plan out what to get a not spending Valentines Day with a val- significant other. entine, does not mean you can't spend it 8) Spend time with your family. with those less fortunate than you. Make it a night to remember by watching 4) Prioritize! Make a list of things all classic romance movies together. that need to be prioritized in your life. 9) Get physical. Go for a run. Go Once you have made a list of things you to the gym. Play a round of golf. Go for would like to make more time for, write a hike. Do something active—anything out a plan to help you reach those goals. active—to keep you busy and get your 5) Reorganize! Make Valentines endorphins pumping. 10) Be creative. Be artistic. Channel Day your new spring-cleaning day! Tackle your closet with a new plan, put your emotions into creating a painting, a all the clothes you don't wear anymore poem, or a song. pH^WRHR »PH amanta » mÊÊÈÊ&M, » fein: W o ai � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource <h2>2006-2007</h2> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Archives in the CSUSM Library Description An account of the resource The seventeenth academic year of California State University San Marcos. Sort Key PR Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data newspaper 11 x 17 The Pride Yes Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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