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VOLUME 106, ISSUE 4 CHECK US OUT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: /ThePacifican @ThePacifican @ThePacifican THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2014 CIA data revealed: Finding bin Laden was raided. Storer explains that due to the dubious ethics of information-collecting, she eventually felt urged to leave. “For moral reasons, I didn’t want to go through with it,” said Storer. She elaborated on the methods of “enhanced interrogation,” which included torture and water boarding. Storer acknowledged the potential need in certain circumstances of immediate threat, but questioned the long term issues that could arise from such practices. Since bin Laden’s death, new potential dangers have been brewing. Storer explained that a group led by Zarqawi stands to rival Al-Qaeda now that Bin Laden is dead. The danger for us, Storer suggested, is that rivals tend to “one up” each other. Though no longer retaining her position in the CIA, Storer still preserves her strong sense of public service and relates the personal pride she feels in her contributions to locating bin Laden and in educating others. For more information on the analysts behind the action, check out HBO’s documentary “Manhunt: The Search for Bin Laden.”

World Affiars Council CIA analysts ascertained big data that led to Osama bin Laden’s discovery.

Jodi Tai endeavor. news editor Dedicated to the war on terror since the mid- 1990s, Storer was part of an all-female analysis We found him. But how? team. From analyzing satellite images to deciphering It was just two years ago on May 2, 2011 when complex algorithms and patterns, her team’s efforts United States Special Forces raided the compound of played a key role in locating bin Laden’s compound Osama bin Laden and killed the infamous Al-Qaeda in Pakistan. Storer describes the analysis process leader. But just how did we manage to find one of like trying to piece together a jigsaw puzzle — except the most elusive terrorist leaders in the world? with missing pieces, multiple puzzles, no edges and This past Monday on Sept. 15, Pacific’s McGeorge no images. School of Law in Sacramento, Calif. held the event As Pacific’s website notes, “Cindy Storer was part titled “From Analyst to Hero: How Big Data Led of a team of CIA intelligence analysts – dubbed ‘The to Bin Laden.” The World Affairs Council, the Sisterhood’ – who discovered obscure data patterns McGeorge International Law Society and the signaling that Al-Qaeda was a coordinated and highly McGeorge Women’s Caucus hosted the talk. dangerous threat. Though the team raised the alarm, The session was moderated by the former dean few people listened…Cindy became a key strategic of McGeorge, Elizabeth Rindskopf Parker, and analyst, helping the nation’s policymakers frame featured guest speaker Cynthia Storer (pictured their understanding of terrorism and Al-Qaeda. Her right). pioneering work helped lay the foundation for the Former CIA senior analyst Storer provided some efforts of the analysts and targeting of officers who insight into the enigma of covert affairs. Contrary eventually found Osama bin Laden’s hideout, as to Hollywood movies like “Zero Dark Thirty” that depicted in the movie ‘Zero Dark Thirty.’” depict individual heroes finding the “silver bullet,” Storer left the CIA in 2007, meaning she was not ABC News Storer emphasizes that data analysis is a team presently on the team when Bin Laden’s compound Former CIA senior analyst Cynthia Storer moderated the talk.

Index Opinion/4 • Lifestyles/7 • Sports/10 Read. Recycle. Repeat. 2 | THE PACIFICAN NEWS September 18, 2014 Your 24 hours are up: Show time! Thomas Levy “[The club] gave us a picture, and we had to write skill and musical range. As the premiere event for Staff Reporter from that.” From there composers had to respond the Conservatory of Music, the 24-Hour Concert musically to their visuals. “The picture that I got is “a good opportunity to mix everybody up,” Saturday evening marked the fourth annual 24- was a whale shark in the water,” Florczak stated, alto saxophone performer Morgan Smallwood Hour Concert put on by the Composers' Club at the “so I did something with the sea. I turned to Alfred, ’15 proclaimed, and everybody is encouraged to Conservatory of Music. The event allowed composers Lord Tennyson’s poem ‘Crossing the Bar,’ which is “have fun and experiment.” At the show there were to experiment with different musical styles through about the sea, and how the tide comes in and washes plenty of artistic liberties taken by composers and entirely randomized performance combos. away the footprints along the sand.” Florczak’s performers alike, about which Smallwood said, “It’s At 7:30 p.m. the night before on Sept. 12, each composition, titled “The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls,” their chance to do something they have never done composer decided whether they would like to write made use of a soprano voice, a horn and a piano, before.” parts for two or three musicians, arbitrarily selected and was able to reach out to the audience in order to Sophomore bassoon player Sam Berris ’17 any mix of instruments, and spent the entire night portray what he described as “serenity, a little bit of performed in a comical woodwind trio who were writing a brief composition. Twelve hours later, the despair, and then some melancholy.” pitch-bending with only their mouthpieces and kept performers were then given the work to practice and Composer Thomas Ravago ’17 dug deep into his the audience very entertained. “There’s not enough rehearse for the final performance at 7:30 Saturday visual, which he interpreted as “a juxtaposition humorous music,” Berris observed. Saturday’s evening. The event was a testament to the hard work between life and death.” He said it was a sequel performance gave light to all sides of music, from and imagination of each composer and performer. to the piece he wrote last year. He expressed, “I wholehearted to hilarious. With just 12 hours to write, composers were want[ed] to relate to those people who have certain With 16 composers, 46 performers and a fully- under the knife to search for ideas to kick-start individuals in their lives that give their lives color.” packed recital hall, the 24-Hour Concert was a their mini-symphonies. Inspiration can be hard Ravago’s heartwarming composition, “The Colors huge success. It displayed the talent and artistry of to come by when under pressure, but due to new Given to Me,” written for a soprano voice, violin and composers housed by the Conservatory of Music. rules imposed by the Composers' Club, the writing viola, reflected his appreciation for those who allow As a truly memorable show, it was a great way to process is supposed to be more synchronized. Lukas him to see the beauty in the world. commence a year full of even more outstanding Florczak ’16, a composer for the show, explained, The 24-Hour Concert also develops performers’ performances. REMEMBER THE TIGERS Jodi Tai Bring Me a Book Foundation and Washington’s Army,” and in 2010, news editor by advocating for the Read to Me “The Fight to Survive: A Young Stockton program. He never ceased Girl, Diabetes, and the Discovery of This weekend, Pacific remembered promoting a love of reading and a love Insulin.” In 2009, she coauthored its beloved Emeritus Professor Robert of learning. “Opening Up North America 1497- Morrow with a memorial service here In 2011, Morrow explained, 1800.” Cox was in the process of on campus. Friends, family and faculty "Education was the only way out finishing her soon-to-be released came to honor him, celebrating his for someone in my circumstances.” book, “Boy Soldiers: War and Society life as a teacher, a husband, a father, Morrow was born in a family of 10 in the American Revolution.” a grandfather and a well-respected brothers and sisters when the Great “Over the past year I saw how advocate for literacy in the Stockton Depression hit. Even after the death much she was cared for by her close community. of his mother and a cycle through friends and colleagues here at Pacific, After serving as a professor here multiple foster homes, Morrow and how much she cared for everyone at Pacific for 28 years and retiring shared that he was still able to find here, and this place,” said Dean Rena in 2002, Morrow passed away at age empowerment in school, where he was Fraden. “She was generous to all of 82 this year on July 8. His memorial able to awaken his potential through us and she will be missed beyond service was held at Morris Chapel at the power of books. measure — for her tremendous 10:30 a.m. this past Saturday, Sept. 13. Morrow dedicated his life to University of the Pacific Scottish sense, her humor, her Morrow taught in the Gladys L. supporting Stockton’s students, acting Caroline Cox was an ardent history professor. intellectual verve and for her gift for Benerd School of Education during as an engaged adviser and passionate living decently and well.” his time at the university, winning the Jodi Tai teacher. Last year, the San Joaquin A+ news editor “Pacific has lost a wonderful faculty Order of the Pacific — Pacific's most presented Morrow with the Literacy member with outstanding teaching, prestigious honor — at his retirement Champion of the Year Award. Last Sunday, Sept. 14 in the scholarship and leadership,” stated in 2002. Morrow leaves behind a wife, Faye Spanos Concert Hall, Pacific Provost Maria Pallavicini. “Caroline’s As a community leader, Morrow children, grandchildren and a legacy celebrated the life of one of its dear deep commitment to her students, promoted early literacy through his with students, whom he has impacted professors and former interim dean colleagues and Pacific was truly position as regional director of the profoundly in both their academic and of the College of the Pacific. Caroline exemplary. We will miss her sense of personal lives. Cox, Ph.D., taught history here at humor, her smile and her wisdom.” The Pacific website notes, “The Pacific for 16 years. After a tough “The world is made poorer without family has requested that in lieu of battle with cancer, Cox passed away Caroline in it,” laments Cox’s sister flowers, memorial gifts may be made on July 11 at the age of 59. Friends, Sheila, “But we are all richer for to the Bob Morrow Memorial fund, family, colleagues and students having known and loved her.” Cox’s supporting the Gladys L. Benerd congregated Sunday afternoon to husband Victor Ninov, her brother School of Education, or a charity of share in her accomplishments and to Andrew and her sister Sheila, and your choice. For more information, enjoy anecdotes of special memories five nieces and nephews, along with contact Stacy Erickson, director of with her. all the faculty and friends who knew development, at 209.946.7720.” Over the course of her time here at her continue to celebrate the life of The memorial service honored one Pacific, Cox received the University’s Caroline Cox. Memorial donations to of Stockton’s biggest champions for Distinguished Faculty Award, among the charity Doctors Without Borders literacy and education. Pacific says many others. In 2007 she published are welcomed in her honor. Pacific University of the Pacific goodbye to teacher, a trailblazer and a bids farewell to a mentor, friend and Morrow was an avid champion for early literacy. her book, “A Proper Sense of Honor: dearly beloved Tiger. Service and Sacrifice in George forever Tiger. September 18, 2014 NEWS THE PACIFICAN | 3 Student Investment Fund reaches $3 million Public Safety

Carlston, Ph.D., an assistant professor of finance at the business school. Carlston received his Ph.D. in economics, with an emphasis on financial econometrics, from Duke University. Since its inception, the fund has had a 113.9 percent return and a 43.92 percent difference between the fund and the Weekly Report benchmark. Sept. 7 - Sept. 13 Every year, SIF donates a portion of their returns back to the university. In 2013, SIF donated almost $60,000 to the Prowler Eberhardt School of Business, the men’s Southwest Hall 09.07.14 water polo team and the Department of Reporting party stated she was Speech-Language Pathology. awakened by two individuals Despite being a two-term class, this who entered her room. The two is a real student-ran organization, and subjects fled when they saw the students make the calls. The chief her. Officers later learned the executive officer sets meeting agendas identity of the two as friends of and leads classroom meetings. the reporting party’s roommate. This year, the CEO is Christopher They visited the room at the Hughes ‘14, a senior in the Eberhardt roommate’s request to retrieve some items on her behalf. Alfonso Rodriguez School of Business with a concentration The members of SIF celebrate its momentous achievement. in Finance and Management/Human Resources. Restraining Order Alice Scarlett Baker and CEO Douglass Eberhardt. The Hughes commented, “It has been a Violation Staff reporter University Board of Regents approved long and arduous process to get to the Southwest Hall 09.07.14 cumulative contributions of $1 million. $3 million market value, but this is a Officers responded to a call The Eberhardt School of Business's Today, SIF is the third largest great sign for SIF, as we move toward a regarding a subject who was Student Investment Fund raised a total student-run fund on the West Coast, bigger and better fund. The foundation served with a restraining order to of $3 million shortly after the fall 2014 and is in the top ten student-ran funds of our success is from the passion of the stay away from Southwest Hall. semester started. in the US. The fund is managed by 14 students to push the fund to be better The subject was gone prior to the The fund was started in 2007 by a undergraduate students. than the semester prior.” officer’s arrival, but a report of generous donation of $1 million from The faculty adviser, who gives With the help of dedicated Pacific the violation was forwarded to The Bank of Stockton and its President guidance to fund members, is Ben students, SIF is still running strong. the District Attorney’s Office. Casualty Atchley Way 09.08.14 Dispatch received a call from a subject who fell, injuring PREVIEW: Saint Motel concert at The Lair an ankle. Transportation was provided from Atchley to Sarah Yung This year, their tour will continue with a performance in Bannister Hall. Copy editor Fresno, Calif. on Sept. 19 and a show in Santa Cruz, Calif. on Sept. 20. Tigers, are you ready to jam out? The indie/alternative Arrest rock quartet Saint Motel, composed of A/J Jackson as lead Communication Building 09.08.14 vocalist, pianist and guitarist, Aaron Sharp aka “a sharp” on Staff reported a subject in lead guitar, Dak Lerdamornpong as bassist and Greg Erwin the dumpsters, looking for on drums, is coming to ASuop’s live entertainment series recyclables. Officers made Brickyard @ The Lair on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 9 p.m. contact with the subject and The Los Angeles-based band released two EPs, “ForPlay” learned the subject had an (2009) and “My Type” (2014), and one album, “Voyeur” outstanding felony warrant. The (2012), to favorable attention from the likes of The Guardian, subject was arrested and booked. Nylon Magazine and Hype Machine. They also became known for their imaginative, eye-catching Theft music videos — which makes sense, considering Jackson and Ritter House 09.09.14 Sharp met while attending film school at Chapman University. A bicycle was reported stolen Erwin attended college in the vicinity, and Lerdamornpong from a bicycle rack. was working as a chef at a nearby sushi bar. In 2007, the band congregated in its current incarnation, and the rest, as they Casualty say, is history. Main Gym 09.09.14 Saint Motel has opened for such iconic bands as Imagine A subject’s leg was injured Dragons, Weezer and Arctic Monkeys, and was recently signed during intramural sports. to Parlophone Records — the home label of Coldplay, Gorillaz AMR responded to treat and and Two Door Cinema Club, among others. transport the subject. Their single “My Type,” which opens with a captivating saxophone solo and continues with an upbeat, crooning Theft chorus, was recently featured on the FIFA 15 Soundtrack. Grave Covell House 09.09.14 Saint Motel’s bold, catchy sound is difficult to pin down, A victim reported that someone having been described as everything from “tropical rock” to stole his expensive shoes while “dream pop.” Their songs are packed with anything from slick he was out. The victim believes it Caribbean beats to lounge-jazz undertones to punchy power- may have been an acquaintance pop flavors — a smooth medley that will please the pickiest of of his roommate. palates. Whatever you choose to call it, it’s sure to be a rocking good time. Saint Motel previously performed at Pacific in October 2011 and November 2012. Quirky NY Chick 4 | THE PACIFICAN September 18, 2014

Rape culture OPINIONapparent in new anti-rape products Alex Rooney such as victim blaming, which can that our mainstream culture grows finding a solution for preventing Opinion Editor be observed when victims are asked rapists like weeds.” sexual assault, there are lengths of Last week’s issue of The Pacifican irrelevant questions like, “What were For some activists and feminists, writings on the internet and in print featured a short article about the you wearing?” Further inquisitions this nail polish is just another item detailing opinionated rants on how invention of a new nail polish line that include the amount of alcohol they to add to a growing social stigmatism proper prevention should take place. has the ability to detect the presence consumed the night of the incident. that is being handled inappropriately. However, one thing most critics of of drugs in beverages, in order to Additionally, songs like “Blurred But there is unfortunately more to rape culture can agree on is that there hopefully prevent women from the Lines” by Robin Thicke have been the issue than just whether or not must be an increase in prevention horrors of date rape. The potential criticised for contributing to the the subject is being handled well education, as well as a mass movement entrance of this product on the market modern rape culture. Of course, now enough. When it comes down to to end victim shaming. sounds exciting at first, but when one that the disgust at Thicke’s lyrics takes a moment to actually think about has surfaced, the Los Angeles Times why this sort of item had to be created reports that Thicke has released a in the first place, we are forced to look deposition that claims he did not write at the ugly bigger picture. the lyrics, and that he was high at the It’s a scary word, and a bit of a time of recording. taboo subject, but rape happens, and Moreover, the existence of anti-rape far too often. In fact, many feminist anything should not be considered a scholars have brought up the idea of solution, as it means the problem is sexual assault as an ongoing modern actually growing. Companies should issue, which they have begun to call not feel the need to engineer a product “rape culture.” to protect women from something The online publication Feminism that should not be occurring as often Today explains rape culture as less of a as it is right now. societal promotion of sexual violence, The plethora of criticism in and more along the lines of “discussing cyberspace about the nail polish something more implicit than that. specifically is because some believe it We’re talking about cultural practices can be seen as victim blaming as well. (that, yes, we commonly engage in According to Times Magazine, “Every together as a society) that excuse or time we focus on making girls and otherwise tolerate sexual violence.” women individually responsible for Examples of this include practices avoiding rape, we lose the opportunity to address the systemic root problem Liberty Without Apologies

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All advertising submissions must be in each Monday by 5 p.m. unless otherwise negotiated. September 18, 2014 OPINION THE PACIFICAN | 5 Comedians: Not all Laptops in class a laughs all the time possible distraction Leigh Villahermosa who have it think that no Charlene Lava out, such as charts and tables Contributing Writer one cares about them…they Contributing Writer the professor draws on the What events There was never a time make themselves lonely — board. Some students even they’re so busy looking out Colleges and universities find that reading on the when Robin Williams wasn’t give young adults the would you like to in my life. When I was for number one that there’s computer causes more strain not enough room for two.” Of opportunity to make their on the eyes, and that carrying see on campus? younger, he was my favorite own study decisions, some spinach-eating sailor and course, he was taling about their laptops everywhere the link between depression even as simple as whether to becomes a hassle as well. idyllic, boisterous, blue Genie. use a computer to type notes, and alcoholism. A study done by “I’d like to see more pep He was a hilarious nanny, an or go the old-fashioned route imaginative bangarang friend, Depression amongst psychologists Daniel rally type of events, like comedians is something that and take handwritten ones. Oppenheimer from UCLA and Midnight Mania. It’s an and of course, my captain. With the first few weeks of Williams’ immense talent is being heavily explored since Pam Mueller from Princeton awesome way to bring our school behind us now, all school together and support with comedy, improvisation Williams’ death. However, it University compared students is not a new concept — John students should be in their who took notes on paper our sports.” and voices infused both our official classes, and should movies and our childhoods. Belushi, Chris Farley, Mitch and those who typed out @Rachel Sellers, Hedberg and Marc Maron start taking notes if they have their notes. They found that c.o. 2018 For those of us who form a not already. New students on collective group that loves to are just the tip of the iceberg those who wrote out their when it comes to comedians campus may still be trying to notes performed better when laugh, we are still mourning figure out which way is better. “I’d like to see some line and trying to navigate a world who have struggled with they were tested on their depression and substance Some find it more effective to understanding, memory and dancing action, because where such a bright light has take handwritten notes, while that’s something we don’t gone out. However, Robin abuse. What could be causing ability to come up with the this self-destructive link? others swear by typing their have and it’d definitely be Williams’ death brings to light information. One reason for pretty fun.” Some believe it is because notes. Ahead, some pros and this may be that the student’s a very serious affliction in the cons of having a computer in @Carly Mortensen, comedic community. comedians are always “on,” full attention is not focused their constant jokes and class. on the class, what with other c.o. 2017 Williams was not the only The strongest argument comedian to suffer from wit keeping the depression tabs open and notifications at bay. Others suggest that for having laptops in class depression or other mental popping up. “I know a lot of students it is just their biological is that typing out notes is Although results prove illnesses, and although he was much neater, and may even would enjoy having two makeup — their unusual half- that it is better to write concerts a year instead of not shy about his affliction, be faster than handwriting few knew how serious his extroverted/half-introverted out notes, in the end it is one. If ASuop could do that, personalities that make them them. Additionally, students still up to the student to even if it was on a smaller condition was, especially can easily reorganize notes toward the end of his life. more easily susceptible to this see which technique works scale, it would definitely crippling illness. when the professor forgets better with their learning be another highlight of the In a 1979 episode of Mork something and wants to go year.” & Mindy, Williams as Mork We may never know the style as well as the types real cause, but Williams’ back to an earlier point in the of classes they are taking. @Amanda discusses a terrible disease lecture. people on Earth suffer from death sent the message loud More information on studies and clear that depression is However, some students Cendejas, with another character, regarding this particular topic c.o. 2016 complicated. His suicide hits can become easily distracted can be found online at www. Orson. Mork said, “One man by browsing different I know suffers so much he has especially close to home, as psychologytoday.com/blog/ depressive thoughts lie in websites during class time. good-thinking/201406/why- “I wish we had more off- to take a medication called Additionally, there are some campus vendors come bourbon… Loneliness is a each of our psyches, tempting you-shouldnt-take-notes- us on our darkest days. things that cannot be typed your-laptop-or-tablet. to our school to promote disease of the spirit. People their businesses and get us more involved in the community.” @Cara Cross, c.o. 2016

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“As an alumni, I wish that when I was on campus there were more clubs dedicated to political affiliations and awareness for world issues, as well as informational events for afflictions that students on campus are dealing with, as I myself suffer from cystic fibrosis, and not many people know what that means!” @Alyssa Lenart, c.o. 2014 6 | THE PACIFICAN OPINION September 18, 2014

Black vs Orange Topic of the week: Joining a Greek organization PRO CON Alex Rooney While there are social events Sarah Kellner them?” Some intense hazing Opinion Editor that occur throughout the Lifestyles Editor has even resulted in death, as year, may of them are actually many situations of hazing deal With movies like centered around the supported To put it simply, Greek life is with binge drinking or other “Neighbors” hitting theaters philanthropy, and they teach not for everyone. dangerous situations. recently, the heavy partying the young men and women If you are not into organized Another common belief is aspect of Greek life has been involved important time parties, drinking socials or that because people actually pushed into the spotlight. management, organizational matching sweaters, you are have to pay dues to be involved These kinds of movies do not and budgeting skills, as the not alone. Many incoming in the organization, they are truly represent what being in a students plan the finances for freshmen and transfer taking an easy road and buying fraternity or sorority acttually events themselves. students from junior colleges instant friendships.While consists of. Because of the skills that consider Greek life to be an members of fraternities and The sad fact is that now are gained through being a ongoing party, and they may sororities are used to hearing many students are either part of these groups, and the not be wrong. Greeks have a this argument and deny the joining Greek organizations connections that are made reputation for these sorts of accusation entirely, from the looking for that environment, in conjunction with them, things, and even if they are not outside it is hard to deny that or are not joining at all out of many “Greek” students have actually participating in such paying to be a part of something fear of the scenes they are used actually gained employment wild events, the reputation social is not ideal. to seeing. Either way, both opportunities after graduation. alone is often enough of an Overall, when standards of groups of these students are Joining a Greek organization issue. exclusivity are established like missing out on what Greek life is an extremely rewarding Additionally, when we see this, the conveyed impression actually is. choice for those considering Greek life in the movies, we is that making friends outside The main focus of these adding another extracurricular are often faced with scenes of the Greek system is looked organizations is to bring to their schedules. Greek that portray way too much down upon or not accepted. together like-minded brothers and sisters are hazing and discomfort, leaving This, along with the reputation individuals who share a extremely supportive of each viewers to ask themselves, Greek life has overall to passion for the philanthropy other. Of course, joining is fun, “Why would you want to be outsiders, may be reason the organization supports, as even though it’s not the intense a part of a group that forces enough to make many students well as a sense of community party scene one might initially you to push your limits, just pause when considering this among themselves. expect based on the media. so you can be accepted by decision.

Internet privacy seemingly nonexistent today Ashley Yum were even deleted off her account long before they the world, it is problematic to spot the places that Contributing Writer were posted – then anything online, regardless of are being attacked; the anonymity of faceless users whether it is for a viewer’s eyes only or not, was make hackers doubly difficult to catch. It is almost The World Wide Web is a great way to obtain never “private” to begin with. as easy as it sounds. information on just about anything – from research It is no surprise anything that can be accessed Of course, nowadays, many companies have to news to shopping and even movies. It is also a digitally is a potential target. Hacked nude photos, beefed up their security systems with the newest great way for others to glean data about you. although quite scarring to the owner, only scratch programs created by the brightest computer Take, for example, several famous celebrities the surface. Think of the wealth of information engineers. But regrettably, hackers will be just as who have recently made headlines for all the stored inside bank accounts or even government up to date…eventually…so long as there are enough wrong reasons. Courtesy of hackers, nude photos computers. In fact, according to CNN, no fewer than bored or power-hungry individuals. As such, the of Jennifer Lawrence and other stars have been nine stores have had their customers’ credit card game of “private” information turned public is circulating the web. Amidst the sympathy and information stolen this year alone. merely a game of time and chance. There are ways defense that brashly invading a person’s privacy is It is even worse with confidential government files; to delay or discourage attacks, but most people a heinous crime, there are also those who opine that data theft at such a level can be devastating now, if choose not to pursue those securities. For many, it taking such a risk is a person’s own fault, as any type not later. According to The Guardian, between 2009 is merely ignorance or naïveté, thinking that their of controversial knowledge can be leaked if it exists. and 2013, two hackers continually stole military information is safe. For others, the notion exists, Unfortunately, that notion misses a certain point secrets before finally being brought to justice. They but they do not know how to complete the task. That – those pictures were personal data found using were able to pilfer for such an extended amount of is to their detriment, as non-action or apathy is the the internet as a medium. That begs the question time without setting off red flags. They were almost worst course of action. In the end, when it comes to of how safe electronic data really is. After all, if allowed to get away with the data. With web info the internet, privacy exists truly only in the mind of such “private” photos can be that easily accessed – being accessed and altered by almost everyone in the individual. according to Mary E. Winstead’s tweet, her photos September 18, 2014 THE PACIFICAN | 7 LIFESTYLES Upcoming Student Great ideas for date night in Stockton Events Emily Olsen competition with lasers and raw fish? Thursday, 9/18 CONTRIBUTING WRITER Everyone wins. For a high-class dinner out, Exhibit: History of the Feather As college students, we sometimes River Inn impress your date by taking him or WILLIAM KNOX MEMORIAL forget the importance of dating. her to Lincoln Center (north on Pacific LIBRARY, MAIN HALL Whether it is because of busy schedules Avenue) for a Mediterranean meal at or because our romantic interest lives Papapavlo’s. Ordering the flaming just on the other side of our dorm, it is Peace Potluck: International cheese is a must — don’t miss the Peace Feast! easy to develop a relationship without “opa” as the flames appear! If Greek 5 PM AT BECHTEL INTERNA- ever seeing the other person off-campus. is not your thing, try Market Tavern TIONAL CENTER But the truth is that dating — getting located right next door. Featuring to know each other in an environment gourmet, organic goodness, Market Discussion Forum on the Kai- that isn’t school-related — is a significant Tavern will provide a refreshing break ros Document Guest Speaker: part of understanding the other person’s from the dreaded college diet (you will Areej Masoud adventurous spirit (or lack thereof). spend the night bonding over how NOON IN JANET LEIGH Why not get off campus and explore the much you hate UC food). THEATRE community, while learning a little bit For something quirky and fun, about each other along the way? Trust forget your fashion sense and visit Take 5 at the Brew, feat. Nick me, there are more good date spots in the Goodwill on March Lane. Give Fryer, Trio Stockton than you may think. each other a $10 limit and have a 7 PM AT VALLEY BREWING For a low-key first date, try an hour blast competing to find the most COMPANY talking over cappuccinos and good music ridiculous outfit (and who can sneak at Empresso Coffeehouse. Located on the most pictures for Instagram). Cupcake Social Miracle Mile (three minutes south on For bonus points: Wear the outfits to 4 PM at PRESIDENTS ROOM Pacific Avenue), this unique café is dinner afterwards at Flip’s Burgers on located inside of the Empire Theatre, Waterloo Road. making it a cool, hipster spot that is Across the Sea Photography For a date that radiates romance, sure to provide some conversational pack some sandwiches and a blanket, Friday, 9/19 topics. Not into caffeine? Grab some teams and head over to Hammertown and drive over to the delta for an Resident Artist Series: Ann cheap and delicious frozen goodness at Drive for a game of laser tag at Zaps afternoon picnic. Find a shady, quiet Miller, violin; Sonia Leong, Tiger Yogurt, located north on Pacific Zone. Try two sessions for $10 a person spot near the water (try taking the eight piano Avenue (within five minutes walking and relive the best moments afterwards mile exit west until you’re sufficiently 7:30 PM AT RECITAL HALL distance from campus). The sizes are so with affordable all-you-can eat sushi lost). Play 20 questions until you know big, sharing is allowed, not to mention (and Chinese food for those picky your date’s life story. Stay until sunset. cute… eaters) at Sushi House Buffet on West Ask yourselves why you don’t get off For a group date, divide into strategic Lane (around $13 a person). Friendly campus more often. Saturday, 9/20 Family Day at the park 9:30 AM AT UNIVERISTY Swooning over the upcoming supermoon PARK

Allison Williford give us a glimpse of its majestic Sunday, 9/21 Contributing writer power. This phenomenon Men’s Water Polo NorCal Clas- lasts all night, so if you cannot sic What’s that in the sky? Is it a bird? Is 8 AM CHRIS KJEDLSEN POOL it a plane? It’s a supermoon! You may be get outside before or around 9 p.m., there are plenty more asking yourself: What is a supermoon? International Day of Peace Well, according to Science@NASA opportunities later on, reports Headline News, published by the Andrew Fazekas of StarStruck, National Geographic’s blog. Women’s Soccer Tailgate Party National Aeronautics and Space 1 PM AT RAYMOND LODGE Administration, a supermoon occurs The supermoon shines like when there is a full moon that is also at a glowing pearl against the its closest to Earth in its travel around black velvet of the night sky, our planet. NASA reports that is about 14 and it would be a shame to percent bigger and 30 percent brighter miss such an extraordinary than when it is farther away from us. occurrence. Another optimal Not only does the supermoon result in time to view this special moon slightly higher tides, but Astrology.com is early in the morning, at about 6 or 7 a.m. The pale blue wtop Movies This suggests that it is also casually linked to This is the fifth supermoon to light up the sky this year. an increased likelihood of earthquakes sky presents a beautiful backdrop Week for the magnificent moon, and and storm activity. Astrologer Richard you have plenty of chances to see it Nolle was the man who coined the you get the opportunity to view Thursday, 9/18 the two giants in the sky: the enormous again next year. name “supermoon,” and, although the Now, you may be interested as to “22 Jump Street” term supermoon does not originate in sun and the supermoon. Curious to know when to view the when the next time a supermoon comes astronomy, according to Epoch Times, around so that you can plan an epic Friday, 9/18 it is still nonetheless a very catchy term. supermoon this month? Epoch Times reports that the last full appearance was lunar party. According to Epoch Times, “22 Jump Street” To view this ethereal phenomenon, the next supermoons will occur next you only have to go outside and look on Sept. 9, but the supermoon could year on Jan. 20, Feb. 18, March 20, Aug. Saturday, 9/20 to the heavens. The best time to begin partially be observed last week as it waned. This is actually the fifth time a 29, Sept. 28 and Oct. 27. Better start “22 Jump Street” your viewing would be around 9 p.m., sending out the invites now! because this is when the moon begins to supermoon has occurred this year, but 8 | THE PACIFICAN LIFESTYLES September 18 , 2014 Having a green thumb as a college student

Cornell University Using reusable water bottles and recycing any plastic ones helps the environment.

Jenna Graves many recycling programs accept Reporter bottle caps, which are made from No. 5 and No. 2 plastics. The world as we know it is After using or eating out of becoming overwhelmed with recyclable materials, make sure atrocious amounts of trash, to clean them well enough so that resulting in the pollution many there are no traces of food residue. suffer from. Unfortunately, most If unclean, these products cannot of our trash contains items that be recycled. can easily be reused, though people Half is better than none! still throw recyclable items away; Although you cannot recycle your whether this is due to laziness whole pizza box, you can tear off or simply not caring is unclear. and recycle the top half, as long as There is no reason to avoid taking it is grease-free. As always, check more action to recycle and make with your local solid waste and smarter, eco-friendly decisions. recycling office to be sure. Keep Eva Mendes Here are some helpful tips on this tip in mind if you plan on what to recycle and how to do it picking up a pizza or ordering in efficiently and effectively. this weekend! and Ryan First things first: Be a part Use hand towels as often as of the recycling loop. Try to possible. This will save you a ton of only purchase items made from paper towels. Gosling recycled materials. Use reusable bags, such as Make sure you are not abusing tote bags, when grocery shopping your water supply, especially when to avoid using more paper and doing laundry and taking showers. plastic, even when you are making become proud Keep in mind that we are still in a a trip to the mall. The fewer bags drought. used, the better. Use reusable water bottles such Do not forget about recycling parents of a as tumblers to avoid the excessive your bathroom products. waste of plastic bottles. Remember, do not trash your Try to use your car as little shampoo bottles and toilet paper baby girl as possible. Carpool or use an rolls just because they are in the alternate form of transportation, bathroom. such as a bicycle, scooter or Can it! Metals are among the longboard. most valuable materials in the Do not throw away any waste stream, and almost all Nanxi Tang you naked, right? And not only that, cardboard or paper packaging you recyclers will accept aluminum General Manager but there’s a radiation aspect to it, so I may come across! It can easily be and steel. So, remember to recycle always opt out.” thrown into the recycling bin. all those beer cans at parties! On Tuesday Sept. 16, news broke that Throughout the pregnancy, Mendes Your food can be recycled Technology these days uses Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling welcomed kept a low profile; she made her last too, so start a compost. Over quite a bit of electricity. Look a baby girl in Los Angeles on Friday, red carpet appearance on Feb. 26 and half of America’s food is thrown for the Energy Star sign when Sept. 12. Earlier in the year in February, sported loose pieces of clothing to cover away each year, which is utterly purchasing new appliances. This rumors of Mendes’ pregnancy surfaced her baby bump. heartbreaking. One perk of will make your power bill and as a result of the actress’ unwillingness Mendes and Gosling met while on composting is that it saves you the environment a lot happier. to go through a scanner at the airport. the set of A Place Beyond of the Pines, money on fertilizers, and your Rechargeable batteries also truly On The Ellen DeGeneres Show, playing opposing love interests who plants will love it! help. Mendes commented, “It’s so ridiculous. have a child together. One of their Plastic bottle caps are usually Hopefully these tips will be It all started because I didn’t want to first public dates was at Disneyland in recyclable along with the bottle. useful toward making more go through the scanners at the airport. Anaheim, Calif. exactly three years ago Check with your local solid waste environmentally smart choices! You know those X-ray scanners, which in September of 2011. and recycling office to be sure, but Remember to stay green, Pacific. are really creepy? They basically see September 18, 2014 LIFESTYLES THE PACIFICAN | 9

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Retain energy throughout the day “22 Jump Street” Alex Rooney Opinion Editor Hits Janet Leigh Theatre Unfortunately, many students on campus have already experienced the early effects of exhaustion, and we are only a few weeks into our first semester. This is an issue many choose to ignore by pushing through their yawns and drooping eyelids, but students need to realize that their low energy levels can actually have serious lasting effects on their grades and social life. While it may seem difficult to keep a steady sleep schedule in between classes and other obligations, sleeping is one of the most important things students can do to stay healthy. Women’s Health Magazine reports that sleeping is important Amanda Kim to the body because not only can it Lack of adequate sleep at night can affect your academic performance. aid in weight loss, it is imperative to brain functioning and focus. wayside, but we must remember to keep our “Your brain functions differently without bodies running smoothly so we can continue sleep. Researchers at Harvard Medical School working hard. Just as you have to put gas in Columbia Pictures performed brain scans on people who reported a car to keep its engine running, your brain high daytime sleepiness and measured their needs rest to work its best, especially when you Nanxi Tang coarse, free-flowing and brain activity in response to high-calorie really need it to, such as during tests. General Manager playful. People talk the way foods,” Women’s Health explained. “The Though the National Sleep Foundation they talk in real life. It has scans revealed reduced activation in the explains that there is no magic number of This week, “22 Jump no sentiment of any kind ventromedial prefrontal cortex — an area hours one should be sleeping at night, they Street” is coming to Pacific’s and no phony uplift. No one of the brain involved with inhibition and do remind readers that those who sleep more Janet Leigh Theatre. The becomes a better person for behavior control.” Basically, students who get have a lower mortality rate than individuals movie is a sequel to the having watched it. It’s made less sleep are more prone to eating unhealthy who are sleep deprived. 2012 action comedy film, “21 with an awareness of the foods to keep them going throughout the day, So, try to adopt healthy sleep habits. Stick Jump Street.” past, so you get subtle riffs which in turn contributes to their lethargy; the to the same bedtime and wake up time, even Both films star Jonah on genre cliches from earlier cycle only continues from there. on the weekends, advises the National Sleep Hill and Channing Tatum as comedies. And it’s really While falling asleep in class may seem like Foundation. Develop a relaxing bedtime Morton Schmidt and Greg funny, not ‘heh-heh’ funny, a reasonable option for some, many professors ritual, for activities that excite or stress you Jenko, respectively; the two but laugh-out-loud funny, on campus have a zero-tolerance policy for out will make it more difficult for you to fall play police officers who go virtually scene by scene.” this behavior. Sleeping during class can lead to asleep. Avoid naps, especially in the afternoon. undercover at a college to The movie received being kicked out of lectures, leaving students Exercise daily, and it can be done at any time infiltrate the drug ring. positive reviews from critics, further behind than they realized. of the day. If you cannot fall asleep, try to do According to SF Gate, garnering an aggregated 84 It is understandable that students deal something relaxing until you feel tired. If you “’22 Jump Street’ is exactly percent on Rotten Tomatoes. with jobs and classes, and sleep can fall by the still have trouble sleeping, consult your doctor. what comedy is today. It’s 10 | THE PACIFICAN September 18, 2014

T iger field hSPORTSockey Pacific unveils new field hockey turf Drew Jones once more in the second half, X Sports Editor taking a 2-0 lead. The Tigers S c h e d u l e fought hard but could not Pacific field hockey find the back of the net to Baun Fitness Center hosted the grand opening close the gap. They ultimately of their home turf field, Thursday: fell to Albany, 2-0. which resides on campus Pacific suffered the 12:05-12:50 P.M. near Bill Simoni Field. They -- Yoga same fate on Saturday in also took on No. 12 Albany the matchup against Iowa. 4:30-5 P.M. on Friday and No. 7 Iowa -- Kettlebell H.I.I.T. The Hawkeyes scored early on Sunday. Unfortunately, and often, taking a towering 5:30-6:15 P.M. the Tigers took two losses, -- Zumba three-point lead in the first but the unveiling of a new half. In the second half, the -- Cycle home field was an acceptable 6:30-7 P.M. Tigers got on the board when consolation. forward Nicole Laskosky ‘17 -- TRX Express Over 300 fans were in 7-7:30 P.M. rushed past the defense to attendance at Pacific’s first -- TRX Express score in the 65th minute. true home game since the 7-8 P.M. Iowa scored twice more 2012 season. With nearly -- Yoga in the following five minutes nine minutes on the clock, 9-9:45 P.M. to put Pacific away for good. -- Black Light Cycle Albany found the net and The Hawkeyes took Sunday’s took the early lead. Pacific game, 5-1. Friday: had trouble getting past The Tigers play again this 6:30-7:15 A.M. the defense in the first half, afternoon for the final time -- Cycle with only two shots total. this month and will not play 8-9 A.M. However, on the other side again until Friday, Oct. 3. -- Fit and Functional of the field goalkeeper Laura The game will begin at 3 p.m. 12:05-12:50 P.M. Pujade ’17 held down the fort, on the new home turf, and posting 11 saves throughout -- Cycle Pacific will take on Central Keith Sanpei 4:30-5 P.M. the entire matchup. Michigan. Defender Kyleigh Morrison ‘17 moves the ball away from the Great Danes. -- Cardio Kick The Great Danes struck 5:15-6:45 P.M. -- Yoga men’s water polo Monday: 6:30-7:15 A.M. -- Cycle No. 6 Tigers down No. 10 Aggies in OT 8-9 A.M. -- Fit and Functional Drew Jones minutes remaining. The 12:05-12:50 P.M. Sports Editor Tigers quickly lashed back -- Power Sculpt No. 6 men’s water polo with another goal from Ai. 5-5:50 P.M. hosted their home opener for Goalkeeper Chris Hughes -- Sand Slam the 2014 season against No. ‘15 tallied three saves in 5:15-6:15 P.M. 10 UC Davis. The matchup the second quarter to keep -- Yoga proved intense, but the Pacific’s four-point lead. 5:30-6:15 P.M. reigning national runner- In the third, the Aggies -- Cycle up came out on top after made things interesting, 6:45-7:45 P.M. overtime. making a comeback and -- Zumba nearly taking the lead. The Aggies got underway Micaela Todd With less than two minutes Ben Stevenson ‘17 scored four goals in Pacific’s game against UC Davis. Tuesday: first, scoring within the first 15 seconds of the game and remaining, UC Davis scored 6:30-7:15 A.M. to tie the game at six. One and scored to tie the game keep Pacific in the matchup. -- Yoga taking the Tigers by surprise. Pacific’s defense immediately minute later, attacker Ikko with less than six minutes The UC Davis goalie also 12:05-12:50 P.M. Saito ’16 pushed past the remaining. Hughes held made a great save, keeping -- Yoga got on their horse and kept UC Davis from scoring for defense and goalkeeper to down the fort in the goal, the game tied at 10. With 4-4:30P.M. regain the lead for Pacific. At adding two more saves to his 28 seconds left on the clock, -- TRX Express the remainder of the quarter. On the other end of the the end of the third quarter, total and sending the game Grady fired the ball within 4:30-5 P.M. the Tigers remained in the into overtime. the two-meter to take the -- TRX Express pool, attackers Sean Grady ‘15, Ben Stevenson ’17 and lead by one, 7-6. UC Davis took the lead in game for the Tigers! Pacific 5:15-6:15 P.M. The Aggies came out the first overtime; however, defeated UC Davis 11-10 after -- Zumba Kale Ai ’18 all found the back firing at the start of the Pacific quickly fought back three overtimes. 6:30-6:50 P.M. of the net to give the Tigers a fourth quarter, tying the and scored to tie the game This weekend, the Tigers --Core & More two-point lead by the end of game up at seven. Two at nine. The Tigers took the host the NorCal Classic 6:30-7:15 P.M. the first. minutes later, they took the lead in second overtime, but Tournament and have the -- Cycle In the onset of the second quarter, Pacific reeled off lead for the first time since the Aggies returned the favor opportunity to face No. 10 UC 7-8 P.M. the first quarter. Trailing by -- Yoga two more goals to take a with 18 seconds remaining, Davis again. The first match comfortable lead over the just one, the Tigers were not sending the game into will begin at 9:20 a.m. on Visit go.pacific.edu/rec Aggies. However, UC Davis letting this game slip through sudden-victory overtime. Saturday, Sept. 20 at Chris for schedule updates had other plans, scoring for their fingers. Stevenson took Hughes made a game- Kjeldsen Pool. and class descriptions. the second time with five matters into his own hands saving play in the goal to September 18, 2014 SPORTS THE PACIFICAN | 11 athlete spotlight A day in the life of a Athlete of the Week Opposite hitter Kat Schulz ’16 cross country runner tallied 42 kills, 16 digs and two Nicole Felkins between a part-time and a aces in the Molten Volleyball Editor-in-chief full-time job, depending on the week. It is a lot of hours.” Classic Tournament hosted by UC Thought your workload Todd noted that keeping Berkeley. She was also named the was tough as a college your grades up is another student? Well, student- challenge. “It’s also knowing WCC Player of the Week. Schulz athletes have it even tougher. sort of the right things posted a season-best 19 kills They have to balance school, to be doing when you’re participating in a university not at practice. There are against Nevada on Sunday and sport and maybe even a job temptations of things that looks to continue the trend during or internship as well. you should and shouldn’t Micaela Todd ’15, a cross be doing: eating right, the rest of Pacific’s road trip. country and track runner, social activities, staying can balance them all. Her up late, all those sorts of morning begins at 5:30 a.m. things, and it’s hard to find Kat Schulz ‘16 — when the sun is barely up a balance between a fun — Monday through Saturday. college experience but also Practice normally lasts until being able to optimize your 8 a.m. and sometimes later, performance for your sport.” and “consists of anywhere Todd explained some of from 5-10 miles,” informed the various ways she stays Tiger Escapes: River Rafting Todd. motivated: “Sometimes Running is just one it’s hard, but you find aspect of her workout: Nicole Felkins throughout the boat when beauty of the scenery, the motivations in a lot of Editor-in-Chief There are also weights, different ways, so sometimes it bounced against the rock rafters experienced a workout abdominal exercises and lots was what knocked me out. as well. it’s a teammate, sometimes Have you let your tiger of stretching. Sometimes it’s something personal that As I was initially on my We each had a paddle ice pads are needed after out of the cage yet? A group back, all I saw was a flurry to power the boat, and it happens, sometimes it’s of Pacific students did just an intense session. After just, you know, you need to of white water until my head provideh a full-body workout. practice, Todd showers and that when we trekked to the broke the surface. I heard Although at first it was sit down and talk with your American River to raft class refuels with breakfast. coach and figure out, ‘how Ramjo, our raft guide, yelling smooth sailing to get the “Classes are work most all II and III whitewater rapids to the students who were group adjusted to paddling can I be more motivated?’” at the first Tiger Escape of the the day, and then the struggle “I’m somebody who’s closest to me to grab me by a raft, it got pretty stormy is to get everything done year on Saturday, Sept. 13. my life jacket. We were told at some points. The boat extremely motivated by my Abby Hartnett and Kosti nice and early so you can team. Obviously I love my when we received our safety moved a lot quicker when we get back to bed at a decent Efstathiou, professional staff instructions that if you pull paddled through whitewater own personal successes, members from the Baun hour for 5:30 again the next but being able to see my someone up by his or her arm, rapids, but it never felt too morning,” explained Todd. Fitness Center, each drove a he or she might dislocate a dangerous. No boats tipped teammates do well is a big rental, a van and an SUV. Six Todd can easily pinpoint thing for me.” shoulder, an occurrence that over, and no one in our group the rewards of all that work, students hopped in the van has already happened twice reported getting seriously Todd has running in her with Abby, and five students however. “Being a student blood, and she predicted that this year. injured. While it was certainly athlete helps me be more rode in the SUV with Kosti. The rescue was a success, uncomfortable to sit on a raft she would run the rest of her That division eventually driven in other parts of life. “It’s something that’s and I plopped into the boat for several hours and tuck my life,” observed Todd. determined who rode on the with relief. I was a little shaken your feet in the crevices, the become a part of who I am, two rafts for our group. Todd’s drive is evident in and it’s great exercise. As up afterwards, but I probably adventure was worth the her career: She works as a We left around 8:30 a.m., got the biggest adrenaline discomfort. far as long distance running and after about a two-hour graphic designer for ASuop goes, my tip is anybody can rush of all the students on that Amie Seng ’15 exclaimed, and will soon begin work drive, we arrived at Mariah trip. “My trip was great. It was do it — it is just a mental Wilderness Expeditions. Our as an academic department thing… Once you get over Mariah’s staff wasn’t full of adventure and it was representative for graphic valuables were left in the car, kidding when they said very exciting...River rafting the mental barriers, then so they would be saved from design. physically after you train that we would get wet: At on the rocky areas are more “A lot of people might potential water damage. some points, it was like an exciting.” Lindsay Runnels longer and longer it gets We congregated along think that having that extra better.” ice bucket challenge every agreed, “It was awesome. It commitment means they the river for roughly an hour ten seconds. Some students was something new that I’ve Todd has trained her mind to wait for our expedition. have less time and, you well then: For the 6,000 intentionally chose to get wet never tried before, and it know, can’t do as much, We had the chance to eat by jumping into the river, went better than I expected...I meter, Todd’s 2014 season our lunch and take in the but I think actually having best is 29:26.9, ranking ninth splashing others with paddles went in blind, but it went a set schedule, exercising picturesque panorama. or lounging next to the river smoothly.” among her peers. “As far as At around noon, it was daily and having a support sport goes, I say totally do during the bathroom break. Seng noted that she would system of people to work time for us to get ready for our The rafting ride lasted probably go to the rest of the it, whether it is intramurals, adventure. Before we were with, but also checking in on club or D1 — go for it. It’s not approximately three and a half Tiger Escapes. The next Tiger you, really helps me be more suited up in our life jackets hours. According to Mariah Escape involves a coastal hike only good for your health, and helmets, we were given focused and more productive but you meet new people, Wilderness Expeditions’ with beach yoga on Saturday, throughout each day, but detailed safety instructions, website, the Gorge Run half- Sept. 27. The deadline to and like I said, you have such as what to do if you fell throughout semesters and more of a support system for day trip is 11 miles long and register is Friday, Sept. 19, years in general,” revealed out of the boat. ideal for introductory to and it costs $15 for students academics and other things Those instructions proved Todd. as well, so I think it is a great intermediate-level rafters. and $22 for faculty and guests. When asked about invaluable, for a Pacific We had plenty of time You can register for future experience if people can student did fall out of the boat the challenges of being manage their time.” to relish the beauty of the Tiger Escapes at go.pacific. a student-athlete, Todd – me. landscape. The river sparkled edu/recstore. “I’ve never really been a During the aptly named responded, “definitely morning person,” confessed in the sun; rock cliffs and Bryan Lenz, the director of time management.” Todd Satan’s Cesspool, the raft expanses of billowing trees Pacific’s Recreation Services Todd. Despite the early boomeranged against a continued, “Being a student- workouts, Todd continues to ran parallel to the river. and Facilities, organized the athlete is somewhere rock and out I went. The Besides gazing at the trip. run as a Pacific Tiger. sudden jolt that reverberated 12 | THE PACIFICAN THE PACIFICAN September 18, 2014