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OCTOBER 9,1998 VOLUME 95, ISSUE 4 Needham Takes i£ Source Position Alexandra Haines ith You EXECUTIVE EDITOR Mathematics Chair promoted to Associate Dean, Tristan Needham comes to the position with new ideas and energy to com­ cludes planning special events, free ership and programming to the job. and Source members and because bat areas of concern. He will offi­ NEWS EDITOR movies, noontime entertainment "They're not transplants from many students do not know who cially take over "May the source be with you," and club liaisons. Iowa. They are involved with other the members are, there is difficulty the position in is the motto of the Programming in receiving additional student in­ January 1999. Source, the organization that put. One area of brings rock concerts, blockbuster "[Source members] are not transplants from She added that the Source does concern is re­ flicks and special series to the Uni­ its best to accommodate everyone cruiting. He versity of San Francisco. Iowa. They are involved with other organizations by "covering all bases and program­ feels that the The Source was created as the on campus and know what's going on." ming things that everyone can at­ university's ad­ programming branch of the Asso­ —foel Gonzales tend." mittance stan­ ciated Students at USF (ASUSF), The source has not always had SOURCE ADVISER dards are not according to Joel Gonzales, student such broad coordinator positions aiming high enough. "I don't want activities coordinator and Source though. During the school years to exclude the students we cur­ adviser. Source's tasks include from 1995 to the spring of 1997 the rendy take," said Needham, but he planning, developing and imple­ Participants involved with the organizations on campus and know Source was organized in a different feels that "in all the sciences we menting campus activities and Source are also active members in what's going on," Gonzales said. fashion. need more high caliber students." programs. other clubs and organizations on According to Villanueva, Source There used to be 16 different Another area of concern that he Heading this year's program­ campus. Though 11 of the board coordinators determine the plan­ multicultural coordinator posi­ identifies is that the "public per­ ming board comprising of 14 mem­ members, including Villanueva, are ning of events on campus. However, tions on the Source. Some of these ception of USF lags about 10 years bers is Olivia Villanueva. Part ofthe new, the Source participants bring Villanueva said that because ofthe included coordinators for gay, les- Math: Page 5 board's main responsibilities in­ their previous experience in lead- lack of interaction between students Source: Page 4 Cults Recruit at USF

- ..:••.'' / • .•..!.•••'•.• Allegra Temporale Maureen Prior, director of •v •' ' FOGHORN STAFF WRITER Campus Ministry, said the idea of The public perception of cults a cult goes against all Jesuit ide­ as satanic worshiping groups als and beliefs, with black candles, hypnotic "Saint Ignatius teaches the chants and animal sacrifices idea of interior freedom and cults Although San makes up only a small percent- are the opposite of that," Prior Francisco is age of the groups around, accord- said. usually ing to the Community Resources However, since USF is in a blanketed with on Influence and Control metropolitan city it is a target for fog, on a clear (CRIC). many groups, Prior added. day, like the Although these satanic groups "There's going to be groups one pictured exist, CRIC said that most dan- recruiting on every campus, es- here, it is gerous cults are those which do pecially urban campuses," Prior possible to see not fit the sa- said. "We can across the bay. tanic descrip- only assume >lk*t ' • *•**'»» :,• «— V.' tion. Those EVOLUTION OF MODERN CULTS that if* going groups may on (at USF) so that s wh we appear very in- •, 950's Unification Church ' Y San Francisco: Different nocent, so it is •***» *• * ..iMyongMotm need to edu- hard for *,,*„*,„ „ . * , cate." . . , 1950s Scientology Tn :nfnrm 'Weather' You Like It Or Not people to real- 11M L^M**^ ro inform ize the signifi- .non, ' students on cance of their ? Ham Krishna the nature of Micro-Climates cause flux in daily conditions involvement H cults, USF's until it is too 1 ?""0's Church of Christ Residence Hall the Bay Area. Since it is located tions and disparities in tempera­ late. *«./««*»./•. K^HC***. Association Emily Johnson at the mouth ofthe San Francisco ture are because of the microcli­ The cult re- 1980's Branch DtvkSans sponsored a ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR mates in the Bay Area, said KTVU Bay (also known as the Golden i (asa***^ s£^ OtwioKmitth ««««4.«*.:rt« "The coldest winter I ever Chief Meteorologist Bill Martin Gate) the cool air funnels cruiters, who presentation spent was summer in San Fran­ Microclimates are caused be­ through. Therefore, it gets a lot appear ex- «*i«*«carnp*i8mtnistfy given by cisco,"—Mark Twain cause of the way that the Coastal of coastal type weather like fog, t r e m e 1 y CRIC's Educa- (mountain) Range is aligned, wind and chill. "If the gap (in the friendly, frequent college campus tional Director Janja Lalich. Students have enjoyed some­ said Martin. mountains) weren't there, it worldwide, and many students at She talked about what cults thing rare these past few days at "The mountains act as a shield wouldn't be so pronounced," said the University of San Francisco are, common misconceptions the University of San Francisco: to keep cooler marine air away Martin. are not aware of the presence of people have and their recruiting sunshine. With fluctuations in from the inland valley," Martin cults on campus. processes. the City's weather from dense fog said. When the mountains have North Bay Freshman Claudia Plaza said The CRIC's pamphlet defined to warm sun, USF students have a gap the cool air gets through, To the north of San Francisco she was surprised that cult mem- a cult as "any group or relation- to be prepared for a variety of causing decreased temperatures lies the North Bay, including cit­ bers were recruiting on college ship formed around a charis- weather conditions. and fog. ies such as Santa Rosa, Marin, campuses, especially at a Jesuit matic leader." Also, cults usually "When I get up in the morn­ The geography and topogra­ Napa and Vallejo. Generally in University. have a transcendent ideology and ing it's foggy and by the time my phy of the Bay Area also affect the the spring, summer and fall "The idea that there are cults require a high level of commit- classes are over in the afternoon, microclimates. months, the temperatures get on campus worries me," Plaza ment from its members, said. "I just figured that being a "The important thing to real- the sun is out," Christine warmer to the north and east. private school, associated with ize is that there are many groups Pendola, sophomore, said. San Francisco "Right now in Santa Rosa it's the Jesuits, cults wouldn't be an with many purposes," said Lalich, The variety in weather condi­ San Francisco is the heart of SF: Page 3 issue here." Program: Page 2 San Francisco Foghorn NEWS October 9, 1998 Program Informs Students on Cults From Front Page always psycho-looking people in tention and affection to gain new Awareness Center at the Univer­ McKeen, is the fastest growing coauthor of "Captive Hearts, search of naive kids. They are members. sity of California, Berkeley. Some cult group today. Captive Minds: Freedom and Re­ friendly groups, who are very po­ "Some people have a desper­ of the most popular recognized The ICC may appear to be a covery from Cults and Abusive lite and in search of intelligent ate need to belong and other cults, according to Reynolds, are positive group to be involved Relationships." people have a the Church of Christ, the Church with. "The people need to con­ of Scientology and the Hare They run a popular nightclub who recruit for trol, and when Krishnas. in LA and do a lot of volunteer these groups "These cult members are not always psycho- the two get to­ An International group work for the community. For ex­ are good at looking people in search of naive kids. They are gether you've known as the Moonies, led by the ample, they provide free immu­ what they do." friendly groups, who are very polite and in got serious Reverend Moon, has several front nizations to children in poor groups that they use to attract communities. Lalich said a search of intelligent young college students." problems," common mis­ Prior said. new members. Such groups in­ However, according to the conception —Melissa Ong Once re­ clude the Western Service Work­ CRIC, they also require a total among people RESIDENT ADVISER cruiters have ers and the National Labor Fed­ commitment from their mem­ is that they nabbed inter­ eration. bers, cutting them off from their think they are ested people, The Moonies also reach out former lives. not the type to be coaxed by a young college students," Ong Lalich said they 'keep them locally through the "Bay Area Al­ Don Lattin, religion writer for cult member. said. through mind control techniques ternative Press," a paper that the San Francisco Chronicle, said However, most people don't Lalich said that most groups such as sleep and protein depri­ most people do not recognize as people should be careful in what idealize they have been ap­ attract members through a pro­ vation, isolating members from having an association with the they call a cult, as it could be proached by a cult member until cess called love-bombing, where former friends and withholding group and maintains a substan- some a different type of religious afterwards. they rush new prospects by practice. Freshman Vangie Reyes said throwing kind words and new "Sometimes satanic cults have she was approached by a cult re­ friends their way. bizarre beliefs but are not dan­ cruiter about attending a Bible Freshman Cathy Tarn said she "Sometimes satanic cults have bizarre beliefs gerous at all in what they prac­ study group and had no idea who recalled being approached by two but are not dangerous at all in what they prac­ tice," Lattin said. "Whereas the he was until he had left. people who were overly friendly. San Francisco Church of Christ "When I got home I looked at "I was outside studying. Two tice." has credibility in its name be­ the paper and noticed that the girls came over and started talk­ —Don Lattin cause of Christianity but can be name on the bottom ofthe pam­ ing to me. They were very JOURNALIST very harmful." phlet was from a group I heard friendly," she said. "They asked If there are concerns as to about at a meeting on avoiding me a few questions about my re­ whether or not a group is harm­ cults. I didn't even realize it when ligion, then they suggested that I information from the outside tial distribution in the San Fran­ ful, Lalich said the best way to de­ he was talking to me. He was so join them at a meeting at their world. cisco area. cide is to "ask a lot of questions. normal that I never even made Church. When I told them I Dealing with cults is not a new The International Church of Don't let people change the sub­ the connection to a cult." wasn't interested, they kept urg­ problem, though. Since the Christ (ICC), has several other ject until you get the answer you Melissa Ong, a resident ad­ ing me to just come see what it 1950s, cults have popped up all names, but locally they call them­ want." viser in Hayes Healy, said that was like. They even offered me over the world, according to a selves the San Francisco Church For further information about cult members are not always up transportation." presentation done by Hal of Christ, which is a recognized a particular group, Contact Cam­ front with their intentions. Prior said cult recruiters use Reynolds, the manager of Special by USF as a cult. pus Ministry at x4463 or CRIC "These cult members are not humans' needs for personal at­ Projects and Director of Cult This group, led by Kip at (510) 522-1021. Lake Walk'98 A community fund raiser eponeored by the Little Children's Aid-Junior Auxiliary

r The proceeds from Help raise funds for j this event will go to Catholic Charities! the social services A $15 registration for families provided fee is required, by Catholic Charities however, sponsors including St. Joseph's are available. For Village and Richmond a registration form Hills transitional stop by Outreach housing. Ministry. # The Lake Walk will be held on October 17,199*3. Registration will begin at Sam, and the event will be over by 10:30 am. Transportation ie provided!

Tfeose stop Sy Outreach Ministry or caCC?(6548for more information. San Francisco Foghorn NEWS October 9,1998 NEWS BRIEFS SF Affected by Microclimates From Front Page Jose are located in the South Bay. Stinson Beach to Santa Cruz, in­ Round of Golf 20 to 30 degrees hotter and It can be characterized best by its cluding Half Moon Bay and Paci- The University of San Francisco's Hospitality Management Pro­ someone's having a barbecue," warmth. In spring, summer and fica. The Coast is the foggiest in gram will host its ninth annual McLaren School of Business Golf said Santa Rosa resident, fresh­ fall months the South Bay can be the summer. The temperatures Tournament at Crystal Springs Golf Course in Burlingame on Mon­ man Paul Norberg. As the marine as much as 30 degrees warmer on the coast, like those in the city, day, October 19. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Tournament play air comes through the Golden than San Francisco. The coastal are usually the lowest in the Bay starts at 12:30 p.m. and continues to 5 p.m. At 6 p.m. an awards Gate it cannot reach the North mountains to the west of the Area. reception begins along with a fund-raising auction and prize draw­ Bay. "The fog can't cut around South Bay are high and generally The Coast is not usually as ing. Proceeds will go towards scholarships and loans for USF Hos­ corners," said Martin. do not let in any cool air. Hollywood portrays it, said Steve pitality management students. For information on tournament reg­ Raleigh, KRON Chief Meteorolo­ istration and corporate sponsorship call the USF Hospitality Man­ East Bay Peninsula gist. "I think what best sums up agement Program at 422-2581. (Office of Public Affairs) Across the Bay from San Fran­ To the west of the Bay is the the essence of coastal weather is cisco is the East Bay, including Peninsula, which is the location to see how many people during such cities as Alameda, Oakland of cities like San Mateo, Palo Alto, the peak of tourist season are and Hayward. Oakland is almost and Mountain View. The Penin­ buying sweatshirts from vendors Hunger in October due east of The City, and receives sula has the more moderate on the wharf," he said. October Outreach, a campus-wide community service event the same cool marine air as The weather of the Bay Area. Winter weather is pretty much that focuses upon the issues of hunger and food insecurity, will be City. The main gap that cools the uniform through out the Bay held on Saturday, October 24, 1998 at 9 a.m. Faculty, staff and "If cold air gets in [the Golden Peninsula is the San Bruno gap. Area. However, in the winter the students will work at St. Anthony's and Glide Memorial's dining Gate], East Bay temperatures Except during some summer fog effect is reversed. Because of rooms and at both the San Francisco Food Bank and Project Open plummet," Martin said. "Cool days, the Peninsula is rarely as the high specific temperature of Hand Food Bank. October Outreach, sponsored by MODEL in­ marine air finds a little opening hot as other more inland loca­ the Pacific Ocean, it does not cool cludes a pre-reflection at Hayes-Healy Formal Lounge on Wednes­ and it goes." tions. much during the winter. day, October 21 at 5 p.m. to prepare for this event. Preregistration In the East Bay, the tempera­ According to Martin, the The inland air, towards Sacra­ is required before Tuesday, October 20. Contact Jack McLean at tures are warmer to the south and warmest time of day in the sum­ mento, is cooler than the marine 422-2156 for registration materials and further information. (Of­ east of Oakland, once again be­ mer months is around 4 p.m. air. "The cold air in the valley fice of Student Affairs) cause the cold air cannot get "The sun is on the horizon, but wants to go to the warm air by around corners. land has been heating all day," he the coast," said Martin. This cre­ "Alameda is nice. It has no said. "The ground re-radiates the ates fog in the eastern side ofthe wind, no fog. It's so close, yet so heat." Bay. Want to Park? far," said sophomore Annabel Once the sun goes down, how­ To see updated forecasts for the The Public Safety Department (PSD) would like to announce an Lee, from Alameda. "All you have ever, the temperatures usually Bay Area including its microclimates opening of 70 parking spaces to students who commute to campus. to do is cross the bridge and it's cool off considerably. log onto www.bayinsider.com or The open spaces are in the Anza St. Lot (PAN #1) behind Lone hot and sunny." watch Bill Martin on the channel Mountain and are offered at a rate of $204 per semester. PSD will The Coast two news at 10 p.m. Steve Raleigh begin selling these permits on October 12,1998. Once again, this South Bay The Coast refers to the ocean can be seen on the channel four offer is only for students who live off campus. Milpitas, Santa Clara and San side of the Coastal Range from news at 11 p.m. Additionally, PSD is offering additional carpool permits to com­ muter students with three or more students per car. Processing of these permits cost $25 per semester and are subject to the existing carpool policy. Both of these offers are applicable only to students residing outside of 94118,94117 and 94115 zip codes. Due to Department of Parking and Traffic (DPT) Residential Parking codes, vehicles registered out ofthe state of California are ineligible for area "L" street permits. Currently, legislation is being proposed to exempt the on-campus, out-of-state University stu­ dents from this section of DPT's policy. A survey is being circu­ lated to students living on-campus in order to obtain an approxi­ mate count of people who fit this criteria and would be interested in obtaining a residential permit from DPT. Please look for this survey in your mailbox and return it to PSD upon completion. If there are any questions, please call the Public Safety Office at 422.4222 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (Public Safety)

OFF THE HILLTOP

Top UP College Ricks to previous years when only The University of Pordand white paper was deemed recy­ Beacon composed a list of five clable. "The potential is tre­ greatest college movies for mendous," proclaimed Jim those nostalgic students look­ Veiga, chair of the Campus Re­ ing to reminisce past memories. cycling Advisory Committee at The prestigious flicks include UNO and manager of Grounds "Say Anything..." (1989) the ro­ and Environment Services and mantic film starring John he encourages students to be Cusack and Diane Court; active participants in the con­ Adam Sandler's laughable servation of the Earth's re­ "Happy Gilmore" (1996); and sources. Ren McCormick's 1980's cre­ —The Gateway ation "Footloose" (1989). U. of Nebraska, Omaha Quentin Tarintino's offbeat masterpiece "Pulp Fiction" New Cafeteria Makes News (1994); and the comedy "When Pepperdine University in Harry Met Sally" (1989) that Malibu, California has just com­ asks whether men and "women pleted a multimillion dollar can indeed be friends, were also renovation of the campus din­ i south bay deemed superior. ing hall. The former cafeteria —The Beacon location in Tyler Campus Cen­ University of Portland ter now boasts The Waves Cafe. The premises was entirely reori­ Where's my city? Recycling Program Grows ented to allow student custom­ North Bay: This area includes the cities of Corte Madera, Larkspur, Novato, San Rafael, Sausalito and Tiburon. University of Nebraska at ers to observe the preparation of their meal. In addition, new Omaha has recendy upgraded East Bay: This area includes the cities of Berkeley, Concord, Dublin, Hayward, Oakland, Richmond and San Leandro. the campus recycling program appliances were installed such as the latest technological cooking to include an assortment of South Bay: This area includes the cities of Cupertino, Milpitas, San Jose and Santa Clara. items. Offices around campus facilities and tray carts. The new look appears to have impacted are outfitted with 20 gallon con­ Peninsula: This area includes the cities of Colma, Daly City, Mountain View, San Bruno, South San Francisco. tainers for use in the program the students' taste buds, accord­ ing to junior Luke Love who as­ and bins for student use are The Coast: This area includes cities along the coast, such as Half Moon Bay, Pacifica and Santa Cruz. serted "I think the food qualify strategically placed in the Milo has gone up." The remodeling is Bail Student Center. As a result part of an ongoing construction of this decision, pamphlets, project spanning the entire Tyler hard and soft covered books, Send press release* and calendar listings to: Jessica Dryden-Cook Campus Center. NEWS EDITOR News Department San Francisco Foghorn magazines, envelopes and wire Contact us at... Emily Johnson bound notebooks can now be —The Graphic 415.422.6122 (MAIN) Attention: News Department ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR recycled on campus in contrast Pepperdine University 415.422.2751 (FAX) 2130 Fulton Street Caltlln Young [email protected] (E-MAIL) San Francisco, CA 94117-1080 ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR San Francisco Foghorn NEWS October 9,1998 Source Implements Series Brings Culture to Campus Jessica Dryden-Cook school before," Ibukun Olude, spe­ Despite little student knowl­ Programs at USF NEWS EDITOR cial films coordinator, said. "I'm edge of the series, Villanueva said The spirit of Jack Kerouac and excited. We have really good per­ the singular event was well at­ From Front Page a funded proposal that only cov­ the popular coffee house readings formances, and people like jazz tended and students expressed in­ bian and bisexual issues, health ers operational cost throughout that thrived in San Francisco dur­ and going out for coffee, too." terests in continuing it next year. and wellness issues and women the year, like the duplicating ofthe ing in the late 1960s and early The idea for a coffeehouse se­ "We got really positive feed­ and gender issues, as well as the monthly calendars and the stipend 1970s has found a home on the ries has been brewing for quite back," Villanueva said. "We are try­ ones that remain now, like film se­ for the Source chair. hilltop. some time now. The coffeehouse ing to put a lot into this program­ ries and special events. One of Gonzales' roles as the Last night, the first perfor­ series made its initial launch last ming so it will be reoccurring, like Gonzales said the multicultural Source's advisor is to make sure that mance ofthe Source's USF Jazz and year, but only one artist performed a tradition." positions were not phased out but proposals are well written and Spoken Word coffeehouse series because the program started late in The free series is a combination reorganized when the Source was re­ clearly thought out. was held in the University of San the semester. of poetry, spoken word and musi­ structured. He also plays devil's advocate to Francisco's own cal performances that take place He said that there was a make coordinators' ideas coffeehouse, Wednesday nights during the lack of staff to oversee the and suggestions for pro­ Crossroads month of October in Crossroads large group of coordinators grams more feasible. Cafe. "It's a cheap type of entertain­ Cafe. and that many times the "I have experience in "We don't ment for students and a local Gonzalez said that the atmo­ positions were not filled. programming and I know have a lot of showcase for the artists." sphere will be mellow and students "The Source used to what's possible (at USF) venues to do will be entertained by a variety of have more staff. Now and where we might run programs, but —Joel Gonzales local artists. there's no graduate assis­ into road blocks," we do have a SOURCE ADVISOR "It's not all jazz. It's not all spo­ tant to help advise the stu­ Gonzales said. "I'm here coffee house so ken word either, it's a mixture of dents," Gonzales said. "It to help design a program a coffee house both," Gonzales said. "It's a cheap was a challenge in itself that dodges as many road series is perfect," Joel Gonzales, co­ "The concept was started last type of entertainment for students for one person to manage blocks as possible." ordinator of student activities, year and we planned to do the se­ and a local showcase for the artists." all those students." Gonzales also takes said. ries but it was very rushed and last- "By doing the coffeehouse se­ Villanueva said that the Source is part in the hiring process for the Ibukun Olude, special films co­ minute," Gonzales said. "We didn't ries, we want to sh#w the USF stu­ collaborating with many clubs and Source chair. Applications are ordinator, said she thought having have enough time." dent body that we're not so nar­ departments on campus to reach out submitted in the spring for the the series would appeal to a wide Olivia Villanueva, Source chair­ row-minded. We do have cool into more specific areas on campus following year. Once the chair is audience at USF. person, added that she thought the nooners but we also want to get in by helping them sponsor events. selected, the chosen person and "I've never seen anything done advertising for the series was touch with broader themes like Since the Source is in charge of other Source members review ap­ like [the coffeehouse series] at poorly conducted last year. jazz," Villanueva said. most ofthe social events that hap­ plications for the coordinator po­ pen on campus, they are constantly sitions. submitting proposal to the Villanueva said as the chair she's Superfund, the committee that dis­ going to assist the coordinators perses money for student activities. with their ideas to make this year a The Source is an ASUSF funded good one. For further information account. They submit and receive on the Source, call x2867.

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Zeitz has been slotted for the One ofthe major changes in the National Jesuit Book Award and world, he received his B.A. in As dean, Needham wants to in­ job, but thinks that department university in physics. "I re- crease recruiting efforts based on chair "is not a job that anyone the last ten ally have the the quality of the faculty; yet Pro­ wants to have." years is the best interests of fessor Lehmann believes there are In exchange for being depart­ quality of the "I really have the best interests of all science all science de­ too many courses taught by part ment chair, professors teach one faculty, which departments at heart, not just mathematics" partments at time professors. less course per semester, but the has increased. heart, not just As Lehmann explains it, full release time does not make up for This, how­ —Tristan Needham mathematics," time faculty, in addition to teach­ the amount of work. Needham, ever, only leads ASSOCIATE ARTS AND SCIENCE DEAN Needham said. ing, develop courses, advise stu­ who has been chair since 1996, to another area So what dents, and develop curriculum. agrees, "it is therefore only out of of concern. does his pro­ They do a lot of outside class in­ a sense of duty (or shame) that The University is doing an "in­ the Distinguished Research Award motion mean to the math depart­ teraction, as well as research. one feels obliged to take [the po­ justice [by] hiring increasingly tal­ from USF. ment? But Needham is not only leav­ sition]." Compensating chairs is ented experimental scientists, de­ He also finished his 600 page Math is a "small enough depart­ ing a teaching position, he is also yet another one of Needham's manding more and more research book, Visual Complex Analysis, ment that any person leaving cre­ leaving his position as department proposals as dean. for their tenure and promotion, which is considered to be ground ates a vacuum," Needham said. but then not providing them with breaking in the field of complex Needham hopes to still teach adequate space and facilities with analysis. one class a semester. Realistically, which to conduct these experi­ Before graduating from Ox- he will teach one class every ments." fourth semester, said Associate For Needham, the solution is to Professor Paul Zeitz. For the math "extend Harney out over the park­ department this means, "We are ing lot, but this will take time." "We are losing 92% losing 92% of Tristan's teaching Lehmann thinks, "If there is a ability at best. It's really 91.7%," chance to make positive changes, of Tristan's teaching computes Zeitz. Tristan will take advantage of ability at best. It's To fill the vacuum, two to five them." really 91.7%" part time professors will be hired. Yet, as to whether any of these While the math department has goals will be reached, Lehmann re­ —Paul Zeitz been asking for the University to marks, "We'll see." PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS hire a tenure track professor for the Although these goals may seem last three years, there needs to be ambitious, Needham comes from enough money in the budget be­ a background of accomplishments ford University with his Ph.D. in fore that decision is made. suited for the tasks ahead of him. mathematics in 1987, he received In the meantime part-timers New Associate The British born professor has the Fowler Prize for best student are a cheap solution. 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The latest attacks on terrorism by Travis Phelps United States. These deep feel­ are merely reactionary assaults for ings cannot be destroyed with Saving Money Costs terrorist aggression. There is no might. As one can imagine, many guns or bombs or any other form The University has been hir­ Part-timers don't add to the commitment or plan for the de­ Arabs object to the U.S. taking re­ of military might. In order to do ing part-timers instead of new image of the University. They struction of Mideast terrorism. sources from the area by using so, the U.S. would have to anni­ tenure track professors to save are not required to do research, The problem, in fact, lies with the military strength. This goes back hilate every country that had money. This practice, however, extracurricular activities or stu­ United States rather than with the several decades, to when the U.S. these feelings. Otherwise, by de­ hurts the students more than it dent advisement. terrorist groups and thus the situ­ backed the autocratic Shah stroying a leader or a terrorist helps out their pocket books. The low pay and low status ation cannot be group, the U.S. is Ofcourse part-timers can be of the position is also bad for labeled a "war." merely fueling the excellent teachers, but that can the moral of part-timers. Being These "at- fire for other groups be a gamble. the bottom of the totem pole tacks" on terror­ If bin Laden dies, another leader will and other anti-U.S. The decision to hire part without a chance for progres­ ism may solve people. If bin Laden time professors usually takes sion has to have a negative, out­ some short-term emerge. If the whole terrorist group dies, dies, another leader place right before the start of sider effect. Their existence is problems. Obvi­ then another group will emerge with the will emerge. If the the semester when there are cut off from full timers, they ously, the U.S. indignation brought forth from the death whole terrorist obvious holes in the schedule. answer to a different dean. This cannot allow group dies, then an­ This doesn't leave enough time is not the type of environment Osama bin Laden of fellow comrades. other group will to find the most qualified ap­ we want to have at the univer­ to blow up every — emerge with the in­ plicants. sity level. U.S. embassy in dignation brought Even if the candidates are Pushed to the side, they of­ Africa (if bin Laden was in fact Mohammad Reza Pahlavi of Iran. forth from the death of its com­ top quality, it doesn't mean they ten don't understand University behind the bombings). The U.S. Thus, the U.S. has used its muscle rades. It is a "war" that cannot be can create a syllabus and be pre­ politics, procedures, and re­ cannot allow a single terrorist to get its way, regardless of what won by the United States. pared to teach a course within sources which correspond di­ group to kill countless people a group of common people may The only true option for the a few short days. recdy to student experience in under American control. In that think. Destroying a chemical U.S. is to remove itself from the That is usually a task tenured the classroom. regard, the bombings of weapons plant or terrorist camp Middle East and allow oil prices professors take months to ac­ Many part time professors Sudanese warehouses and can't even begin to solve the long- to increase. Otherwise, terrorist complish. need second jobs to subsidize Afghani camps was effective. It term problem of terrorism. groups will rise in indignation For part-timers there isn't the low pay of this job, further stopped the immediate threat of Those actions do not quell the and that fury cannot be destroyed. advancement without a Ph.D. draining the time they could a terrorist group. anger of various Islamic groups, The U.S. needs to realize that any In a situation like that there is invest in the University. However, these reactionary but merely add fuel to the fire. conflict with terrorism will not much incentive to excel in A solution would to be to fig­ measures do nothing to solve the One must understand that this merely accelerate violence. There the position. Semester end ure out how many part-timers long-term situation of terrorism. American imperialism is the root will only be more bombings on teacher reviews determine are needed well ahead of time, Terrorism in the Middle East has of the long-term problem and embassies, followed by bombings whether part time professor* screen better, offer more money its roots in American imperial­ mere reactionary bombings will on camps and factories by the are re-hired, but that does noth­ and a more nurturing work ism. The U.S. obtains a large not absolve the immense hatred ing for bad performance dur­ U.S., and so forth until the U.S. environment. This needs to be amount of oil from the Middle that the U.S. has created. ing the semester finally leaves the Middle East, af­ followed by hiring tenure track East, and will try to destroy any­ Furthermore, this "war" on ter many people will have died. If What is the point of high tu­ professors to fill in the major­ one who gets in the way of ob­ terrorism is simply not winnable. the U.S. leaves now, innocent lives ition if the performance of the ity of the gaps in the different taining this oil, as one can see As stated previously, the root of will be saved. professors is not guaranteed? departments. from the Persian Gulf War. The terrorism does not lie in a nation U.S. thus maintains its economic or a group, but in a deep hatred Travis Phelps is a freshman his­ The Crash of 1998 superiority with its great military among some people for the tory major. Some of you are probably now revolves around high- thinking, "Hey, doesn't the tech computers— computers Foghorn come out on Thurs­ that must be constantly up­ days? Why am I reading it on a dated in order to run complex Friday?" programs that never seem to The answer is simple, and cease upgrading. most people can relate if they The Foghorn's computers are have ever been in the Harney superior if we were still living computer lab typing a 20 page in 1990. Many of the comput­ paper and all of a sudden, ers are being pushed to the max, boom, the power goes out, and and soon they will face their the paper is lost. The Foghorn's imminent death. ancient and dying file server The staff not only has to crashed, bringing many of the deal with producing a paper, staff's files to computer heaven. but also maintaining its And soon, the Foghorn's only equipment. 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©1998 JERRY DZIKOWSK1 San Francisco Foghorn OPINION October 9, 1998 Emmie Johnson MY POINT OF VIEW russu IR oriiii. 20 Foot Poitical and EccricrrfcTliTnoi^ Rule Is Russian Democracy a Myth? When I walk into every building on campus I am bombarded with When the Soviet Union collapsed by Scott McElwain hausted what little credibility the smoke fromothe r people's cigarettes. in 1991, many in the United States executive branch had left. With de­ Many smokers have found that right hoped, maybe even assumed, that gitimacy by allowing, even directing, suprisingly, Yeltsin won. The op­ mands for his resignation rising, outside the entrance to the buildings Russia's transition to a western style the plundering ofthe state's economic position grew ever more incoher­ Yeltsin was unable to secure Duma on campus is a good place to con­ capitalist democracy was a foregone and financial assets. Grigory ent and demoralized and Russia's approval for the return of his dis­ gregate, relax and smoke. I can un: conclusion. Never mind that never Yavlinksky, a reform minded mem­ descent continued. Meanwhile the credited former Prime Minister, derstand why. in its history had Russia experienced ber of the State United States Viktor Chernomyrdin. The ap­ After all, the benches and ashtrays such a system. Instead, centuries of Duma (parlia- and its capitalist pointment to that post of Yevgeny are located immediately outside of tsarist autocracy were followed by ment) summed allies, seemingly Primakov represents what may be these buildings. It's convenient, nearly 75 years of Leninist commu­ it up aptly when The jig, as they Say, unable to grasp a last opportunity to stave off po­ sheltered and offthe beaten path. nist party hegemony. Only during he described the »«,««, i*^» .... what was hap­ litical chaos. Primakov is generally However, according to my the Soviet Union's finalyear s under .. ,._ may be up. pening, oblig­ regarded by observers of Russian Fogcutter, which I read oh-so-often, Mikhail Gorbachev, were Russians ruling elite as ingly propped politics as able and pragmatic, al­ "smoking is prohibited within 20 exposed to significant political re­ "neithecratic nor rdemo com­ up Yeltsin and though some in the U.S. regard feet of all entrances to University forms; but these came too late to save munist, neither conservative nor lib­ his cronies. him as insufficiently deferential to buildings." Not only that, but the the old system. If the absence of a eral—merely rapaciously greedy." The jig, as they say, may be up. American foreign policy interests. Fogcutter says that this rule is in com­ democratic tradition in Russia Where, one might reasonably The recent financialmeltdown , in­ What is unclear is whether or not pliance with the California Labor wasn't enough, it has also been the ask, is the political opposition in cluding the drastic fall ofthe ruble, Primakov and his new team have Code and the San Francisco Munici­ great misfortune of the Russian the midst ofthe debacle? It clearly seems to have thoroughly ex- the ability, or even the time, to de­ pal Health Code. people to have been led by many exists and can be found, for ex­ velop and pursue a coherent pro­ So why is it that of 20 main en­ cruel tyrants-witness some of the ample, in the Duma. The 1995 gram of relief and reform. Likely trances to University buildings, 18 of tsars and the horrors of Stalinism- elections to this body were a sharp developments include a reassertion them have ashtrays and benches in­ and also, especially recently, by men repudiation of Yeltsin's policies. So of state intervention in the side 20 feet ofthe doors? Some ash­ both physically and mentally im­ economy (though one falling far trays are only a foot and a half away fearful in fact, were Yeltsin's sup­ ••'.'. m paired-note the sick men ofthe early porters that he would not be short of a return to the commu­ from the doors. 1980's and now the embarrassing re-elected in nist past), increasing autonomy I have heard a lot of talk about Boris Yeltsin. 1996 that they among regional units (some far protecting people's right to smoke. more prosperous and democratic If the Russian past made expecta­ considered Rubles per US Dollar According to California law and USF tions of an easy transition to democ­ postponing the than others) and intense jockeying policy I have the right to walk into J F M-'-. H A • J 1 A racy unrealistic, it must nonetheless election. In­ and speculation over the Yeltsin the entrance of a building without be hastily added that what has actu­ stead Yeltsin's 5.5 I I succession and just about every­ inhaling cigarette smoke. thing else in Russian politics, in­ ally occurred in Russia in the past sev­ plutocrat 6 *w^_____ Between Harney Plaza and Uni­ eral years is nothing short of scandal­ friends spent at cluding whether or not democracy versity Center are concrete benches 6.5 ous. The Russian government has least half a bil­ has a real future. If we in the United with ashtrays next to them. The been disgracefully indifferent to the lion dollars, 7 States can stop making a spectacle benches are more than 20 feet away needs and, indeed, the rights of its citi­ shamelessly 7.5 of ourselves over the sex lives of from the entrances to both buildings. zens. Millions of workers go unpaid stacked media 8 our politicians long enough to no­ They are located right in the middle for months at a time, the elderly are coverage in his as tice, we might turn our attention of any event which takes place there, to this unfolding drama where the so smokers can still participate in ac­ denied their pensions and forced to favor and 9 sell their meager personal belongings spread rumors well-being of millions of people is tivities. In addition they are set off on the streets, while corruption and that Yeltsin 9.5 seriously at stake. from the main paths between each organized crime run rampant. The would not ac­ building so the smoke does not stifle executive branch of the government cept the result, Scoff McElwain is a professor of non-smokers going to class. politics. led by Yeltsin, has squandered its le- if defeated. Not AMY LAM/SOURCE: TIME MAGAZINE AUG 31 1998 USF should follow its own lead and create more places like this for smokers. If they are trying to make life as comfortable as they can for smokers, then I understand. But that Dangerous Path With Ruble's Fall should not mean that all of us who do not smoke should be forced to In capitalist society private by Hartmut Fischer money. The Central bank's gover­ walk through it. property is considered essential for nor resigned and was replaced by Cigarette smoke is not some the "invisible hand" of the market. Russian males drink to drown their nanced government debt with ever one who has no qualms with do­ vague poison that people do not In communist soviet society pri­ troubles. larger amounts at ever higher in­ ing just that. To protect their sav­ know about. Secondhand smoke is vate property was considered theft. There is a small emerging terest rates. ings people were running to their harmful even in relatively small Sometimes property is indeed theft middle class of professionals which The money was borrowed banks to withdraw rubles and to doses. By ignoring its own policy, the and so it is with much of private is concentrated in Moscow, a city from banks who found it lucra­ exchange them into U.S dollars. University is forcing every student on property in Russia today. The idea which has become one ofthe most tive to invest their depositor's The banking business stopped and campus to breathe in this toxin. was simple enough: privatize expensive in the world. But funds in government bonds. It the ruble's value collapsed. Plus, what is going to happen quickly to promote economic Moscow's glitter is misleading as a made bankers rich but deprived There is no easy solution. The when it starts raining and all the growth. It did not matter who standard for the rest of Russia. the private sector of receiving most likely scenario is that Russia smokers look to stand under the owned the property because the Russia privatized its industries business loans, a further setback will have to endure a huge infla­ beautiful green awnings, immedi­ new owners would put the prop­ without a for the tion, that social tensions will rise ately in front of every entrance? erty to. the highest and best use and proper legal economy. The and that many ordinary Russians The University should set up ar­ would thus promote the economic foundation. government will long for the good old days. eas on campus where smokers can welfare of society. This was the There is no le Why Should We Care? also went into This is a bad day for the Russian go to smoke while still protecting theory; the reality turned out to be gal system debt to em­ economy and for Russian democ­ non-smokers. Perhaps investing in quite different. It was the biggest which is able to ployees of gov­ racy. The Russian crisis also comes umbrellas and picnic tables would property rip off the world ever wit­ enforce contracts and protect le­ ernment owned enterprises. on top of a widening international help. nessed. gitimate property rights. Illegal They simply were not paid their financial crisis which puts the en­ Most importantly, however, is the Most new owners are only in­ activities are now the norm. Small salaries. tire international financial system removal of ashtrays from building terested in extracting surplus from businesses fall pray to the Russian The International Monetary at risk. entrances. If the ashtrays are moved, their ill gotten gains to build vil­ Mafia. In this kind of environment Fund helped by lending US dollars Why should we care? perhaps smokers will move as well. las, drive luxury cars and surround an entrepreneurial spirit does not to stabilize the Russian ruble. That It might be sobering to remem­ If not, however, and smokers in­ themselves with the most beauti­ develop. Even after seven years of helped many wealthy Russians to ber that Germany went through sist on infringing upon the rights of ful women. The communist rulers economic reform Russia's bring their money into safety in similar bad times after World War non-smokers, USF should do its before were at least luxuriating in economy has not turned the cor­ Switzerland. Foreign banks and I. The result was fascism. It took 15 duty and enforce the policy. Public secret. The newly rich of Russia ner and it is difficult to see how it individuals were lending money as years for Hider to rise to power. We Safety should slap a fine on a few people and see if that doesn't encour­ have no such inhibition. Moscow's can start growing under these cir­ well, attracted by high interest rate are now in the seventh year since the age them to move. After all, what is nouveau rich make San Francisco's cumstances. and the promise of a stable cur­ collapse of the Soviet Union and Public Safety's job if not making the high rollers look poor in compari­ The immediate cause ofthe lat­ rency and a bailout in case the sys­ Russia is in a deep crisis without an est crisis is the continued inability tem would collapse. Russia for its obvious way out. Who will rise to public safe? And I do not feel espe­ son. The vast majority of Russians cially safe walking to and from class. are impoyerished. of the Russian government to re­ part promised to close the budget power in Russia is of crucial impor­ Today life expectancy for Rus­ duce its huge budget-deficit. With­ gap by collecting more taxes. tance to all of us because whoever It's time that USF starts enforc­ sian men has dropped below 60 out resorting to the printing of The Russian government could it is will be armed with more than ing this incredibly important policy years of age. The most common money the Russian government not keep its promise and defaulted 10,000 atomic bombs. and starts realizing that the health of its students and employees is the cause are heart attacks. Bad nutri­ had to borrow vast sums. This led on its debt. The only remaining University's responsibility. tion, psychological pressure and to a giant Ponzi scheme, in which way out of this mess is for the cen­ Hartmut Fischer is professor of the vast amount of vodka which the government financed and refi­ tral bank to resume printing economics. tion, call 474-1608. OCTOBER 8 OCTOBER 10 SF Camera Swap Meet Buy sell or Thursday Saturday trade anything and everything having National Coming Out Day Celebrate Japanese Papermaking and to do with photography at the Fort National Coming Out Day with the Printmaking In conjunction with the Mason Center, Building A, from 10 •5^ = University of San Francisco Lesbian, Asian Art Museum's "Great Japanese a.m. to 3 p.m. Costs $3. Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Prints" exhibit, a demonstration on X Student Alliance. Wear a rainbow Japanese papermaking and OCTOBER 12 ribbon (if you're gay, straight or printmaking will be held. The event somewhere in between) and show is held Saturdays and Sundays from Monday your support for equality! Ribbons 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Gruhn Court and Meeting for the 95th edition of the are free and will be available today it's free with admission. For work­ outside of Crossroads on the first shop reservations, call 379-8879. The San Francisco Foghorn Foghorn staff floor of the University Center and museum is located in Golden Gate meeting in the Foghorn office. All from the Foghorn office in lower Park. Admission is $7. For more interested parties should report Phelan Hall. For more information, information, call 379-8801. promptly at 5 p.m. for briefing and contact the USF LGBT at x. 5914. orders. Improv Comedy "Open to Sugges­ Food Fraud The San Francisco Men's Bible Study Talk about tion," a new improvisational troupe Alliance for Democracy presents a parables and life issues at 12:30 p.m. debuts at the Blue Bear Performance forum on the use of genetic engi­ in the Lone Mountain cafeteria (by Hall in the Fort Mason center, neering, growth hormones and the vending machines). Sponsored by Building D, second floopon Marina chemical pesticides in food produc­ Real Life Christian Fellowship. Blvd. at Buchanan. Shows every tion. The forum begins at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 8:30 p.m. and Sunday at in The Friends Meeting House Depressed? National Depression 7:30 p.m. in October. Costs $7 for located at 65 Ninth St. For more Screening Day in McLaren 251 from students. 12:30 to 2 p.m. Free! Increase your information, call 567-5348. understanding of depression as an Seventies Reunion Twenty-fifth Wine Tasting Salute! A tasting of illness and participate in a screening Anniversary Seventies Reunion at Cal-Ital Wines presented by 56 intended to detect the symptoms of The Last Day Saloon (406 Clement members of Consorzio Cal-Italia, a depression. For more information, St.), featuring The Strand Brothers, coalition of California wineries. contact the Counseling Center at Water Brothers, Sarah Baker band, Featured will be California wines x6352. and special guests from Back in the made from classic Italian grape Saddle, Special Delivery, Hearts on varieties. Wine will be poured from 5 Women's Bible Study Discuss Fire, the JAYNE gang and Cha Cha to 8 p.m. in Herbst Pavillion at Fort scripture with interesting ladies at 7 Billy. Costs $10. For further informa­ Mason. Cost is $25 (sorry no student p.m. in Hayes- Healy formal lounge. tion, contact David Daher at 387- discount). For more information, call Sponsored by Real Life Christian 6344. Fellowship. (877) CAL-ITAL. Rumi The Great Night of Rumi Defining Freedom Amnesty Interna­ Pam Stone World renown comedian celebrates the poetry of Jelaluddin tional will hold an event entitled 00 at Cobb's Comedy Club (2801 Rumi through music, dance, and "Defining Freedom: a Conference Leavenworth) through Sunday. spoken word at 8 p.m. in St. and Discussion on Freedom." The Evenings; prices from $10 to $13. For Gregory's Church, located at 500 De 0 conference will be held tonight from more information, call 928-4320. Haro at Eighteenth St. Costs $15 in 7 to 8:30 p.m. in McLaren 252. Peace Corps Come experience the advance, $18 at the door. For tickets o world through the eyes of a Peace and further information, call (510) o Corps volunteer. An information 655-1425. OCTOBER 13 meeting will be held on campus in Landscape Photography Photogra­ Tuesday o UC 421 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more pher Steve Mulligan presents slides information, call the Peace Corps at and discusses his new monograph, Bible Study Real Life Christian (800) 424-8580 "Terra Incognita" at 1 p.m. in the Fellowship sponsors co-ed Bible Ansel Adams Center for Photogra­ study at 7 p.m. in the Phelan Glass Geoffry Chaucer Geoffry Chaucer & Lounge Company's "Canterbury Tales" phy, 250 Fourth St. Free! 0) Hui 0' Hawaii General meeting at presents "The Wife of bath's, Friar's Garden for the Environment Garden 8:30 p.m. in McLaren Complex. For and Summoner's Tales" at 8 p.m. in with people who love to garden o more information contact Jennifer at Shepherd ofthe Hills Lutheran (from the San Francisco League of x8796. Church, located at 401 Grizzly Peak Urban Gardeners) at Garden for the Blvd. in Berkeley. Student tickets cost Environment, located at Seventh Ave. 0) $10. Band Performance Mobius, and Lawton from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feverdreams at The Last Day Saloon, For ore information, contact Andrea located at 406 Clement St, from 8:30 OCTOBER 9 Woloschuck at 285-7854. p.m. to midnight. Costs $3. For more information, contact David Daher at Korean Knotting Master knotter Mrs. Friday 387-6344. £ Keum Ok Kim conducts a four-part Sonos Handbell Ensemble San study group on the Korean art of Francisco Choral Artists and soprano Senate The AS Senate meets tonight knotting, which is used to create Nanette McGuinness perform the at 6 p.m. in UC 413. All are welcome jewelry, ornaments and wall hang­ premiere of "Gaia Sophia" a two-act to voice their opinions. ings. Be warn, however, that this opera by William Ludtke at 8 p.m. in course is expensive. Cost is $45 for Chasing Amy Didn't they show this the Noe Valley Ministry, located on Asian Art Museum members and $50 movie last year? Well, anyway, 23rd at Sanchez. Costs $20. For more general. The course is held at the "Chasing Amy," the movie about a information call 586-3534. Asian Art Museum from 1:30 to 3 guy who falls in love with a girl who Red Priest The San Francisco Early p.m. To register, call 379-8805. has an alternative lifestyle and then Music Society presents an ensemble on and on (personally, this movie is lame, but you be the judge), is the from England named for Antonio OCTOBER 11 Vivaldi performing sonatas by selection for this week. The movie, Vivaldi and others at 4 p.m. in St. Sunday presented free by the Source, starts at 9 p.m. in Harney 235. Gregory Nyssen Church at 500 De University Mass Come to mass at 9 Haro St. Tickets cost $17/$20. For p.m. in St. Ignatius Church. The more information, call (510) 528- current church building is the fifth OCTOBER 14 1725. St. Ignatius in San Francisco, similar Talley's Folly A Pulitzer Prize in design to the magnificent and Wednesday Compiled by... highly popular third St. Ignatius, Immigration, Baseball and the (C winning show, "Talley's Folly" shows Chris Bess at 8:30 p.m. on Fridays, 6 p.m. and which was located at Van Ness and American Dream The Davies Forum Hayes; it was destroyed in the 1906 presents Andrei Codrescu of Na­ The Scene Calendar is a 8:30 p.m. on Saturdays, and 7 p.m. earthquake and fire. tional Public Radio and Louisiana weekly listing of events at on Sundays at il Teatro theater at 449 Powell (on the third floor). Tickets State University from 6 to 8 p.m. in and around USF. Women in Black Outdoor artistic cost $18 to $20. For more informa­ McLaren 252. To have an event listed statement by women against war. An tion call 433-1172. in the Scene Calendar, excerpt to be performed at the Yerba Poetry Readings Poetry Readings on mail (e- or snail-) or bring Indian Art New exhibit features latest Buena Center for the Arts Garden KUSF 90.3 FM 8 to 9 p.m. Quincy your information to the (701 Mission St at Third) from 12 to Troupe USF authors reading series. Foghorn office no later acquisitions in Indian art which have been made by the Asian Art Museum 3 p.m.. Free! Hosted by Steven C. Runyon, than one week before Coordinator of Media Studies at USF. the requested date of in Golden Gate Park. Featuring Piano Concert Old First Concerts publication. sculpture, decorative arts, and presents pianist William Corbett- More Band Performance Paul miniature painting. Open 9:30 a.m. Jones in a'program including works Woodcock Band at The Last Day to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday Saloon (406 Clement) from 8:30 p.m. Contact us... by Roger Nixon, as well as selections adjoining the M.H. De Young by Liszt, Bach, Busoni, Franck and to midnight. Costs $3. For more 415.422.6122 Museum on the concourse of Golden Debussy at 4 p.m. in Old First information, contact David Daher at 2130 Fulton Street Gate Park. Admission is $7, but free Church at Van Ness and Sacramento 387-6344. San Francisco, CA 94117 every first Wednesday ofthe month. St. Costs $9/$7. For more informa­ [email protected] LARRY MERKLE/SAN FRANCISCO OPERA SF Opera's new production fails to deliver PaWd Gudelunas Woman in Act Two and another aria will be unde­ FOGHORN MANAGING EDITOR for Mitch, also in Act Two — work cided about Audiences can't help but to won­ well. "Streetcar." It is der what Tennessee Williams would The cast, much like the Opera it­ hard to further have thought of the San Francisco self, are all noteworthy if not spectacu­ augment Opera's world premiere of "A Street­ lar. William's al­ car Named Desire." Soprano Renee Fleming handles ready layered No doubt he would have enjoyed the role of Blanche with admirable prose, and it the world premiere event, if for no versatility — calm and restrained one should be ex­ other reason than to witness how his minute, on the verge of a nervous pected that the Pulitzer Prize winning 1947 play is still breakdown the next. Even more im­ San Francisco more powerful than even the most pressive; however, is the San Francisco Opera would be dramatic arias. Opera debut of soprano Elizabeth criticized for With a score composed by Andre Futral. Futral possesses an amazing changing too Previn and a libretto by Phillip Littell, voice, and her aria in Act One justify­ little or too the operatic version, despite the seem­ ing her love for the rough and tough much of what ing potential, adds little depth to Stanley definitely constitutes one of people love LARRY MERKLE/SAN FRANCISCO OPERA William's original text. the high points of the entire produc­ about "Street­ Top: Elizabeth Futral as Stella and Previn, with an extensive back­ tion. car." Rodney Gilfry as Stanley exchange ground in classical and jazz music, Rodney Gilfrey (Stanley) also made Remember that opera isn't just for tense glances. seemed like the ideal candidate to the audience take notice not only be­ rich white people. Students who do write the "Streetcar" score. He was, in cause of his singing abilities — he was not take advantage of one of San Above: Rente Fleming as Blanche many instances. actually given relatively litde to actu­ Francisco's most cherished cultural floats across the stage. There are excellent jazz elements ally sing — but because of his, oh say, gems (the San Francisco Opera is the that wonderfully complement the feel 98 inch chest. second largest and arguably one ofthe of New Orleans in the late 1940s, the One of the more memorable mo­ most accomplished in the US) are Tickets for subsequent perfor­ unrestrained machismo of Stanley ments, and resulting stand-out perfor­ truly missing out. The War Memorial mances of "A Streetcar Named De­ Kowalski and the lurid, secretive other mances, comes when Blanche attempts Opera House is also a treat in and of sire" are priced from $22 to $145 and existence of Blanche DuBois. to seduce the much younger Evening itself. Spend your money wisely this are available at the San Francisco Littell also seemed to be the perfect Star paper collector. Jeffrey Lentz, also semester, break out the tie and binocu­ Opera Box Office, 199 Grove Street choice to pen the libretto for "Street­ making his San Francisco Opera de­ lars, and hop the Fulton Five to the (at Van Ness). You can also purchase car". He doesn't do much in the way but, looks wonderfully uncomfortable Opera House. There's no greater re­ tickets online for remaining perfor­ of interfering with Williams' original and his innocence provides a striking ward than watching a whole gaggle of mances at www.sfopera.com. For script. 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Scenester loves an event, especially one where the sole items on the agenda are meeting and greeting. Naturally then, we were thrilled — thrilled — to learn that Dr. David Bush in the Office of Student Affairs wanted to hold a Foghorn editor/USF administrator interface in our humble office. Then we were struck with a reality slap: What would we wear? Afterall, what does one wear to such a power-meeting in the rat-infested, dirty and dingy hovel that we call SFF world headquar­ ters? Then, the right pair of pumps surfaced in our closet and the rest of the JOHN HALPERN/SONY MUSIC moe. with Chuck Garvey, Rob Derhak, Al Schnier and Vinnie Amico. outfit followed without much effort and we surfaced to nibble on delicious little blocks of Marriott cheese. Oh how Steppin' In the Limelight Scenester has come to cherish Marriott cheese moe.'s new album "No Doy" attracts the mainstream spotlight and crackers. Some­ William Fairboum music as going far beyond this label. with the seemingly Frank Zapp-inspired "Spaz times Scenester lies FOGHORN STAFF WRITER "We take anything from The Grateful Dead, Medicine." Throughout the rest of the album, awake at night just Drummer Vinnie Amico begins with a sigh. to (Frank) Zappa, to The Ramones, to Johnny one can hear echoes of Phish, Widespread Panic, thinking about how lucky "How to classify our music, gees that's a hard Cash, and kinda throw it into a blender," Amico and even The Beades. Father Schlegel must be question. It's a lot of different styles of music continues during our interview on the eve of Amico commented that "No Doy" is prob­ all melded into one and blown up." That's as the Warfield show. — everyday he must ably the band's best good as any description of the New York quar­ "We're a little bit more studio project yet. "It attend five to ten events tet "moe." Touring to pro­ hard-edged than those Although the band writes touches a little bit with unlimited access to mote their second major- other jam bands, and closer to the mark as lyrics that constantly poke fun Marriott cheese plates. label CD "No Doy," moe. we kinda touch on a far as how we sound, recendy played a show at few more different at everything in life, the music and the song writing Some people have all San Francisco's Warfield. styles of music." itself is rich and diverse. itself is a little bit more the luck! (By the way, JT111SJC Simply put, moe. is a Indeed, one can mature. It's an all Scenester also band that likes to have hear influences of jazz, around good prod­ squirreled away enough IL 17 fun. Although the band country, blues, rock, uct!" writes lyrics that con­ and even bluegrass in the sounds of moe. Simply sitting back in a cozy dorm room and bottled water so that we stantly poke fun at everything in life from air­ The band is excited (to say the least) about popping "No Doy" into the stereo does not give will forever look cool plane travel to singing in bars, the music itself the release of "No Doy," reviews have labeled it one the true picture of this band. In order to walking around campus is rich and diverse. They have been labeled by the band's best effort to date. The musical di­ understand what moe. is all about, one has to critics as one of the many Grateful Dead jam- with oh-so-chic mini versity ofthe new album makes it a top buy. It see them in full effect at a live show. bands that have risen to the scene since the death begins with a Dwayne Allman-esque slide into Around a thousand"moe.rons" (moe. enthu- bottles of Crystal Glacier! of Jerry Garcia. The band themselves see their "Stranger Than Fiction," and continues to evolve moe: Page 12 We suspect that Padre does the same...) So we attended and pressed 25 Years of Music and Still Going Strong the flesh. For the record, Brad Battles between 4th and 5th avenues, the everyone was fabulous. FOGHORN STAFF when it opened back in 1973 and Last Day Saloon is one of San actually helped to design the place. We were hoping to dish Friday night, that venerable Francisco's "longest continuously The Last Day Saloon is also, all the gossip, you know time when students from the Uni­ owned nightclubs". much like other bars in the Rich­ like Lori Varlotta drop­ versity of San Francisco dress up It originally opened 25 years mond area, a supporter of USF. in their best (or most impressive ping her lemon bar or ago as the Last Day Cafe and has Last year, they sponsored former looking) clothes and take to the been going strong ever since. Of USF baseball player Sean Buller as Deborah Golder popping City's night- course, they also changed the well as often co-hosting shows with open a can of pop only clubs and name, the original Cafe only con­ KUSF (90.3 FM). to have it explode in a bars looking tained a few outdoor tables and Now, the Last Day Saloon is chairs and a small stage. moment of extreme for some much more than a neighborhood good times All that has changed now, the watering hole. It is a San Francisco shame, but alas, no luck. and college Last Day Saloon bought a few apart­ institution. From its opening next Everyone was well- memories. ments above it and converted them to the Holy City Zoo comedy club, sffij The into a second half-bar with a stage to its having Robin Williams over mannered and friendly. most recog­ Scenester, in fact, is great for live music and shows. to play late night poker, to its role nizable nightclubs are South of In fact the Last Day Saloon has a as watering hole for the current feeling quite non-cynical Market, of course. But why bother long history of showcasing not only singers, most USF students would owner of Pat 'O Shea's, to the after the whole ordeal. heading all the way downtown local bands, but also ones from recognize the names of Superbooty present day. The Last Day Saloon This feeling is sure to when just a mile or so down on around the United States, long be­ and Blew Willie, as both bands have is a local place where the atmo­ Clement street, the Last Day Sa­ fore they became famous. Roy subside, especially if we a connection to the University. sphere is friendly, the food and loon, Bar and Grill can offer USF Rogers, Tommy Tu Tone, Sam The Last Day Saloon originally drinks are excellent and the place have to type this column students 21 and over all the fun of Kennison and Ike Turner are some "started off as a neighborhood is rocking. again next week on this a SOMA club without the $20 cab ofthe more famous singers and co­ place and grew through the 60s and It is, to put it in the words of outdated Mac Performa. fare. medians to have graced the stage of 70s," says Paul Cappuro, a patron Tina, a brand new patron on the Situated at 406 Clement Street, the Last Day Saloon. As for local of the Saloon, who was around Last Day Saloon, a "funky place." San Francisco Foghorn SCENE October 9,1998 11 Lolita: More Than a New York Tramp Iron strong performance propels Nabokov s classic novel onto big screen

Jennifer A. Bayley FOGHORN STAFF WRITER Unfortunately, the first time many people heard the name "Lolita," it was in reference to Life is out there waiting Amy Fisher, the "Long Island Lolita" who shot for you. Go get it her lover's wife in suburban New Jersey. It isn't before it gets tired of until freshman writing seminar and other lit­ waiting around. If erature oriented classes that many students are officially introduced to you're always bogged ^^^^^^^ Vladimir Nabokov's 1958 down with studying, novel of a man obsessed splurge a little and go with an adolescent girl, see a concert. Call and fully realize the power behind that name. BASS at (415) 478-2288 Thankfully, director Adrian Lyne's ("9 1/2 The Hi-Fives Weeks," "Indecent Pro­ J Great American posal") version has nothing to do with the Buttafucco family, and everything with the clas­ Music Hall sic tale of a lustful, obsessive, and fatal love. 10/9 Oscar-winner Jeremy Irons is sublime as Humbert Humbert, a man obsessed by a lost Agnostic Front love at the age of 14. Forever trapped in the

confines of teenage pain, he leaves Europe and COURTESY OF SAMUEL GOLDWYN FILMS Maritime Hall accepts a job as a literature professor. While on Lolita starring Jeremy Irons (Humbert Humbert) and Dominique Swain (Lolita). 10/9 vacation in order to complete his textbook, he becomes madly obsessed with the daughter of Lolita herself is newcomer, then 15-year-old with tacky local trinkets. It is during their time Pride & Joy his landlord, played by Melanie Griffith. Griffith Dominique Swain. (Because of her age, a body spent between hours in the car and cheap mo­ is perfect in the role as a small town American double had to be cast for the more revealing tels that Humbert's soul slowly becomes con­ Bimbo's wanting desperately to be more European, scenes of her and Irons.) sumed by Lolita. 10/9 which (in her mind) is glamorous and a far-cry Staying true to the novel, the pair travel Upon arriving at Lo's summer camp, from her suburban trappings. To her, Humbert across the United States in search of adventure Humbert is greeted by a bevy of young girls, or is the epitome of sophistication she feels she (for her) and illicit romance (for him). The lov­ "nymphets" in tight, white shorts waving at him Third Eye Blind lacks. Although her acting ability isn't fantastic, ers make their way across an euphoric, gas-guz­ from the road. But it is only his new stepdaugh­ Eve 6 she radiates the lack of class and sensibility re- zling, postwar country filled with teepee mo­ ter (he marries Mrs. Haze in order to keep in Greek Theatre, quired for the role. tels, truck stops that serve pie, and gas stations contact with her daughter) that he has eyes for. Berkeley Later, as his beloved Lolita screams at him in a fit of rage, he looks up at her with such passion, 10/9 Blue Plate Special, Anyone? such helpless, painful love that one can almost accept the fact he loves her, that is until one re­ Cheeseballs Brendan Cosgrove members that she is 14 and he is in his mid- Mystic Theatre FOGHORN STAFF WRITER thirties. Vanity Fair once called Lolita "the only con­ Petaluma Hardcore Dance Hall Crashers fans arise! vincing love story of our century." Given, 10/9 Your reason for Irving has arrived in one six Humbert and Lo go through all the phases of track enhanced compact disc. "Blue Plate Spe­ any other romantic entanglement: early flirta­ cial" features compilation tracks, a very un­ Tower of Power tion, obsession, comfort, and lastly disgust; yet characteristic remix; and two obscure songs. for some reason, it is still difficult to feel any Average White Band While diehard enthusi­ connection between these two. asts will wet themselves The Fillmore Swain just isn't sexy. Sure she's got a body listening to this, die un­ 10/9-10 most young women would kill for, but when initiated will be left she is with Irons the lust is all one-sided, she wondering what all the just does not radiate sex-appeal. She would be Family Values Tour fuss is about more at home at a teen beauty pageant than Before I continue, I Korn, Ice Cube, locked in a lusty embrace with the respected .il'MY must make a small Etal. actor; their love scenes often seem out-of-place confession: I used to be COOWEST OF MCA RECORDS and uncomfortable. Even when she is the ulti­ The Fillmore a huge Dance Hall Crashers fen. I own two Dance Hall Crashers serve up a hot Blue mate male fantasy in a starched white blouse 10/10 pressings (both long out of print) of their first Plate Special and plaid kilt, she remains inherently a child. A album, a very rare compilation featuring an less sun-kissed, more deliberately sexy young ac­ unreleased song, the last twoCDs,apateh (still soundtrack (uggh...) fares much better, with tress along the lines of Natalie Portman would Junior Brown resting comfortably on my backpack),numer- # a very uncharacteristic surf sound added into have been more appropriate for the role. Slim's ous stickers, and their poster, which still hangs their ska mix The last compilation track The real star here is, and should be, Irons as on my wall Although my interest in DHC 10/10 (from some old Christmas benefit aJbum),"I the nymphet-consumed Humbert. His life is has waned over the last few years, I was sur­ Did it For the Toys," is the worst yet; a throw- absolutely ruined by his feelings forthi s girl, yet prised with this CD's quality. away, annoying punk song that has no busi­ he has never been happier. She treats him with KUSF & Bay For those unfemiliar with the band, Dance ness on the CD. such disrespect and haughty dislike that she Guardian welcome Hall Crashers play a combination of ska and Giving us a break from their typical mate­ turns him into the ultimate fool (having an af­ melodic pop-punk. They were formedi n 195© rial is the "All Mine" remix, easily the most Greaseball '98 w/ fair with another man during their cross-coun­ Mac Curtis, Kim Lenz by Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman (both innovative song on the CD, as weU as one of try trek, charging him for sexual favors, hold­ currently in the punk band Rancid) shortly af­ the only dub-ska songs in existence. This DJ ing the sexual act over his head, etc.) that he is And her Jaguares, ter the demise of their formerband , ska-punk retooling features an electronic rhythm aug­ to be pitied. She is his life, and knowingly uses Dave Stuckey and pioneers Operation Ivy. Over the years they've mented with ska riffs and piano samples from the fact to her advantage. Many more gone from very horn-oriented ska to more of the original while Elyse and Karina sing over The film includes a good deal ofthe humor Bimbo's a pop sound, but what has always made the it While not as creative, "Truly Comfortable" that Nabakov incorporated. One ofthe funni­ band unique is their duo of singing femme demonstrates Dance Hall Crashers at their est and most telling scenes occurs when Lo se­ 10/10-11 fatales.Elyse Rogers and Karma Denike. Sing­ best; upbeat, catchy, lim ska-punk, complete duces Humbert in order to raise her allowance. ing together, their contrasting voices inexpli­ with gloriously pyful pogo chorus. Lastly, an It is this switching back and forth from father- Calobo cably mold into one. Unfortunately, their acoustic version of "Shelley," from their sec­ figure to passionate lover that makes Irons, and rhythm section, although competent, is noth- ond album "IxKkjaw," is die strong point of Humbert for that matter, so appealing. He is Great American ing special. If you've listened to alternative ra­ the EP. With the ska market seriously lacking honest in consoling his stepdaughter over the Music Hall dio in the past year, you'll know what to ex­ an "Unplugged* section, DHC helps fill it death of her mother one moment, while fur­ 10/10 pect—think Reiel Big Fish, Save Ferris, and quite nicely in this track. "Shelley" is a good ther consummating their relationship in a rough other ska based one-bit wonders. song on its own merits, but the acoustic ar­ fashion the next. He irons her blouses and helps Now for more bad news: half of "Blue Plate rangement better emphasizes the catchy with her geography homework while slowly Patty Larkin Special" is previously released, unspectacular rhythm and the singers' voices. going mad with obsession when she skips pi­ Great American songs culled fromvariou s compilations. It be­ In conclusion, if you already like DHC ano lessons to rendezvous with another lover. Music Hall gins with a very tired and generic "She's Try­ you know what you're getting into, so hist go "Lolita" is not for the faint of heart. It deals 10/11 ing* from the surf movie, soundtrack/punk ahead and get "Blue Plate Special." Newcom­ with the touchy subjects of pedophilia and ob­ compilation, "The Show." While the song is ers may be better off elsewhere; maybe with sessive love. But at the heart of that relation­ catchy and fun, its nowhere near as good as their last CD, "Hor^.Fm Homely." Although ship there is love, albeit considered socially Deuce anything from mefe last effort, "Honey, I'm not without its faults, the EP still demonstrates wrong and morally taboo. But that is just one Yoshi's Homeh/f which is pmbabh/why it didn't make what modern American ska bands do best; of the hundreds of questions that arise after it onto the foil-length."Lad y Luck," previously write catchy, fun-loving songs that stick in viewing this hauntingly beautiful film: if it is 10/12 featured on last spring's "Meet the Deedles* your head for days whether you like it or not. true love, is it wrong? 12 San Francisco Foghorn SCENE October 9, 1998 Dear Tiffany: A culturally, enriching experience

ALL CLUBS MUST RE-REGISTER EACH YEAR! Dear Tiff:: have no ramifications. Unfortunately, we live in The other day a friend of mine, who happens a world where bastards like Trent Lott compare New and forming clubs to be gay, informed me that this Sunday is Na­ homosexuals to kleptos, the government refuses can register at any time. tional Coming Out Day. Now, I don't have a prob­ to allow people who happen to prefer sex with Club Registration packets lem with gay people, that is until they start asking the same gender serve their country, get mar­ for special rights. And what is up with National ried to one another, or in many cases obtain the are now available. Coming Out Day — I'm straight and I don't get basic civil rights (I'm thinking job protection, my own day. Did I mention that I'm straight and protection from harassment and the right to Contact Deborah Golder in UC 403 or call x6293. have no interest whatsoever in anyone ofmy own even have sex) that you take for granted. Except sex? for a few friends of mine who would love it if brunch was a mandatory meal and laws were Fired Up enacted to prevent anyone from wearing Gitano jeans within fifteen feet of them, I can't think of Hey [intentional comma], FU! the last time I heard a queer friend ask for any You know, FU, your letter strikes a particular special rights. Exactly what special rights are you nerve with me. Allow me to explain. Ever since referring to FU? Perhaps you mean special privi­ scientists decided to categorize sexuality into a leges like the right to raise children, walk down binary heterosexual/homosexual divide, a funny the street without fear ofbeing attacked or pos­ thing has happened: breeders such as yourself sibly the right to talk about your boyfriend/girl­ have been normalized by our culture and queer friend around the watercooler without being people have been positioned as the deviant other. fired. By coming out gays and lesbians are able Personally, if it were up to Tiff, the boys and girls to challenge heterosexual norms, band together who can dress and dance well should be consid­ for political action, and — most importantly— ered the real cultural gems, but unfortunately be honest with themselves. From your letter its Defining Freedom pesky things like religion and government beat apparent that you can not even entertain the idea A Discourse on Freedom. Join the Discussion. Tiff to the punch and arbitrarily decided to make that others may entertain the idea that you mignt queer people the "other". Gays, lesbians, and bi­ be gay. It should be easy, then, for you to imag­ sexuals, simply because of their choice of roman­ ine what hell it is to live life pretending to be October 17, 1998 ? 7:00pm I G-eTUf | tic interest, have been systematically discrimi­ something that you're not. College is a time Amnesty nated against, denied basic rights and been told when many people feel safe enough (either be­ International McLaren 252 over and over again that they are sinful creatures. cause they're living in its-so-progressive-my- While queer people are "marginilized", backward busdriver-is-a-tranny San Francisco or they've hicks such as yourself are told time and time finally gotten away from their parents) to come again that your sexual desires are the norm. Don't out to their friends and professors. If you have CULTURESCAPE believe Tiff? Try turning on the television, watch­ an ounce of compassion in your body, FU, you ing a movie or simply keeping your eyes open as would understand this isn't easy and requires ...is coming you walk around campus. John and Paula kiss support. Drop by the USF LGBT table in front and its simply a kiss, John and Paul kiss and its of Crossroads today and pick up a rainbow rib­ Friday, November 6 no longer simply a kiss, but rather a dirty gay bon: it's everyone's (bent or straight) way of say- kiss. Put an attractive blonde woman in a sitcom ing"Hey, that's cool." Tiff will even leave a couple 6-9pm and you have a sitcom, put an attractive blonde ribbons here at the Foghorn office (lower Phelan International Student Association (ISA) woman in a sitcom who happens to like other Hall) for you kids to pin on your backpacks. Jllll' JEHU attractive blonde women and suddenly its —sur­ Drop by and show your support for your queer invites student groups to participate prise! — a gay sitcom. Wait, why wasn't the first friends. Be warned — I know who you are FU, by making a presentation representative sitcom, where the blonde woman lusts after men, and I expect to see five damn ribbons on your of their native culture. a straight sitcom? I'll tell you why: heterosexual- bag. If you're a student who is questioning your ity is the unstated given unless noted otherwise. own sexual preference, talk to a friend, visit the Contact Sherri Staples at x2593 by Oct. 9 for info. AND THEN, when it is noted otherwise, jerks Counseling Center, or call the USF LGBT at such as yourself yell that queer people are forc­ 422.5914. The LGBT will point you towards stu­ ing their lifestyle on you. Trust Tiff, gays and les­ dents, faculty and staff on campus who know What is life like on an bians have to deal with far more heterosexuality what you're going through and can lend an ear. empty stomach? than they'd like to. Essentially, Coming Out day Tiff is also holding out hope that one day, when provides an opportunity for queer people to words like gay and straight mean nothing and a stand up and say "Wait, I don't automatically like kiss is simply a kiss regardless of whose lips are the opposite sex." And lets be honest, FU, you locked, we'll all (yes even you FU) work together come out as straight everyday: I'm sure you talk to deconstruct the boundaries of gender and HUNGER BANQUET openly about your opposite gender escapades, sexuality. Lord knows that Tiff has been eyeing dream about marriage and dress badly. In an up a few of the gay boys she knows hoping that ideal world no one would have to declare his or they'd forget about this whole arbitrary homo/ Thursday, October 15 her sexuality — our sexual object choice would hetero thing. 6pm-8pm McLaren Complex Tiffany is walking through Golden Gate Park wondering how she can ever get through another year in the dorms without alienating her roommate, friends and family. She is deciding between hiding out under a tree or calling her mom to say, "I love you." Her mood swings and opinions do not ASUSF Programming SOURCE presents: necessarily reflect the views ofthe Foghorn. Send chocolates, roses, cards and other consolation prizes WEDNESDAYS to [email protected] IN OCTOBER 7:30-9:30pm moe. Shines Through CROSSROADS From Page 10 markets, and it has a great vibe. We off of the others as the music con­ SPOKE siasts) congregated at the Warfield just love it there." stantly evolves on the spot. CAFE anticipating the band's entrance Once moe. hit the stage and the "I'm very satisfied with the and eagerly awaiting the opening lights went dim, the band played growth. I've been in the band for October 7 song. and played and played. One song two years and have seen nothing Marcus Shelby Trio moe. has become quite popu­ clocked just less than forty min­ but growth." Amico said. "I think lar on the West Coast despite only utes. Songs would begin with a the band can continue on this a few concert appearances, thanks characteristic poppy hook, slip into growth cycle and continue playing October 14 to a sharp Internet site a new tempo for the jam, and then to larger audiences." Sook Kyung Yi & Friends (www.moe.org) and a large ex­ resolve again back to the original The tightness of the band and change of bootleg concert tapes. hook. The ebb and flow of the jam the wide breadth of their influ­ The band sold out the Great kept the audience transfixed and ences and styles should head moe. October 21 American Music Hall in their Bay mesmerized. Occasionally, the in only one direction, up. As word Gabe Eaton Trio Area debut. Along with the excite­ music would die to a mere whis­ of mouth spreads via the Internet ment of the San Francisco crowd, per, only to rise in a fever-pitched and bootlegs, and supported by the band itself was excited to re­ wall of sound. The band thrives outstanding live shows and strong October 28 turn to the Bay Area. on improvisation during these studio projects, moe. is likely Bob Booker & Friends Amico said, "[San Francisco] lengthy instrumental breaks and poised on the doorstep of main­ has become one of our strongest each band member seems to feed stream recognition. k Sanzan Franciscotran Foghorn SCENE October 9, 1998 13 sfflrSCEN* DELTA SIGMA

Virgwito (Auhg 2starbrit3 - Sep 22)c Thi cs. qalaticfor nothinga. Better yety, you need week stretches out in front of you some intensive off-roading. All- as fertile and green as the Ozarks. terrain. I know it's been awhile and A week when anything could hap­ you may be a bit shaky, but if you pen, when things effortlessly come refrain from taking risks, you re­ together. Like Roseanne getting a frain from the best parts of life. talk show - it's the best of both Don't look at it as a possible crash, worlds. Like LeAnne Rhimes mak­ look at it as potential roadkill to ing it to your Penthouse center fold learn from and take with this month. Like Olestra teaming you.. .and fire up on the grill later. up with Kentucky Fried Chicken's triple-family bucket of barbecue Pisces (Feb 19 - March 20) wings. The list goes on Thinking about marrying your cousin? Think again. Although Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22) Now some decisions may seem perfectly that you've safely attached those validated and unquestionably right new Play bunny mudflaps, you can this week, you've been so blinded rally up your drinking buddies and by your own personal dramas that embark upon your Reno birthday you can't really see them for what trip. One word of advice, however. they truly are...idiotic. Step back Squander your money wisely, if and take a look at the situation that makes sense. You need to from the outside. You'll see two make sure it covers not only the not-so-cute people who will have gambling but the strippers, the circus freaks for children. "massage parlor" - HA HA! , the bowl-a-thons, pay-per-view, buf­ Aries (March 21 - April 19) fets, AND bail. Alright, we don't want to hear it....you'd get more sympathy on Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21) I Jerry Springer throwing chairs at think you're pretty damn self-suf­ your in-laws. ficient, eating your own backyard animals. (Good thing.. .beef prices Taurus (April 20 - May 20) "I are high right now.) Because of went to a party last Saturday night. such frugal and ascetic self-disci­ Didn't get laid, got in a fight." Have pline, you earn the right to go pur­ you seen that fantastic movie with chase that new fanbelt you've been Reese Witherspoon - where she's pining for, or that pink sweater takes her boyfriend's gun and hits from the Jacqueline Summers col­ the highway, kicking ass as she lection at the Federal Way Big K- goes, even in the high security Mart. prison scenes? I really don't have any advice for you this week, I'm Sagitarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21) just filling up some space. "Janie's got a gun. Janie's got a gun. Everybody is on the run. What did Gemini (May 21- June 20) For her daddy do? It's Janie's last goodness sakes, look at you. Wash I.O.U." Janie's on the right track! the wife beater and get some new However, it seems that this com­ teeth. ment could easily be misconstrued. I'm not implying you should go Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Just knock some one off, but there's because you live in Kent "proper", such a thing as sweet revenge. you think you're pretty ****ing grand. Those of us who don't have Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19) the revered "privilege", who live in Stop stressing out about things more agrarian areas like Enumclaw beyond your control. (Like the and Buckley - kind of resent your crops being bad this year, or some inflated ego. And ifyou hadn't no­ ***ing UFO had to tear up your ticed, we boycotted your baby corn with some creepy symbols. Or chick stand at the Puyallup fair this the Sea Tae Mall being closed for year. So just watch your step, cow­ renovations#Remove yourself boy. from blame... .focus on things you CAN control, and take conscien­ Leo (July 23 - Aug 22) I com­ tious steps to wield that control. 2) mend you for taking responsibility The best thing to do in an impas­ this week, even for things that aren't sive, nerve-wracking situation is to necessarily your own problem. Take relax, and remove yourself from it. Bobby-Sue, Bobby-Joe, Billy-Joe, Take a lawn chair, go out to the and Lisa-Marie-Presley-Sue, for In their 135th Year, shed and build a nice cozy bonfire. instance. You aren't their folks. And Don't forget the Pabst. yet you're going to give them the USF College PI education that they so uncondi­ the Tony-award winning Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Life tionally deserve. However, you in the trailer park is getting a bit might not always know what's best hackneyed. When was the last time for them...(public school or sev­ enth day adventist?) So do a little that fat old formica-furnished GILL THEATRE mass of yours went somewhere? I research before you try to single- mean, they don't call 'em MOBILE handedly solve these dilemmas. October 15-17 & 21-24 8:00pm

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Information (415) 422.6133 Tickets (415) 422.6516 il 11 14 San Francisco Foghorn SPORTSWEEK October 9, 1998 After Early Success, Focus Shifts to WCC Race From Back Page gained valuable experience and ners, on the men's team finished teams would place at this year's team members learned how to im­ within two minutes of each other, conference meet. San Francisco's prove on their conditioning year- led by Rich Jong in a time of 29:04 women's and men's teams were round." for 8K. On the women's side, the predicted to finish 7th and 8th out So far then, the pre-season team was led by Lamkin who fin­ of the traditional ished in a time of eight teams, respec­ 20:31 for5K. tively. "The Stanford However, based Invitational was on performances highly competitive," from the last four said Luckin, "but races, the team has the USF women been repudiating raced to a best team this prediction. At finish in the history the USF Invitational of the school, with on September 12, five runners finish­ the USF women's ing within 50 sec­ team placed ahead onds of each other." of conference rival With only three Saint Mary's, ranked weeks left in the 3rd in the WCC poll. season, the team The men's and continues to im­ women's teams also prove on their pack ran competitively running. This Sat­ against Santa Clara urday, October 10, at the Stanford Invi­ the team races at tational. Further­ the Mills College more, at the Hawaii Invitational at 9am Invitational in Ho­ in Oakland. nolulu, HI the men's The runners, team finished however, are look­ fourth while the ing ahead to the women's team conference meet to placed sixth. The be held on October men were led by 31, with a goal to Dan Valles (17:45) improve on their and the women finish from last paced by Alyson year. Lamkin (20:32). "Portland and Jeff Scharosch, SPORTS INFORMATION San Diego are the Laura Danner-Baird and the women's cross country team is assistant men's cross best teams in the looking to prove the WCC polls wrong at the conference meet. country coach, WCC," said credits the team's Scharosch. "Despite preparedness with the pre-season training has paid off. the stiff competition, the team is training done over the summer. "The men's team has had a confident of their chances." "The team went to Tahoe in Au­ good relationship with each other," Luckin added, "The women's gust, which really prepared them said Brian Tyler when asked about team is determined to break 20 well," Scharosch noted. how the team was competing. minutes at the conference meet. If Kris Luckin, assistant women's "During races we're not spread we can do this we'll be battling the cross country coach, agreed. out—we're running well together." top teams in the conference— "Building on last season, we At Stanford, the first five run­ Portland and Gonzaga." Errors Leave Dons Winless at Santa Clara Classic From Back Page San Diego has been picked to Tim Garlick's dangerous shots their ninth loss of the season. finish third in the WCC according which banged offthe crossbar and USF had 17 shot attempts in the to the annual conference pre-sea­ bounced out. match against Northridge, ten son coaches' poll. The poll predicts Two days later, on Saturday, more than the Matadors, while re­ USF placing fourth among the Oct. 3, USF dropped its second cording six corner kicks to eight teams. match of the Santa Clara Classic Northridge's two. The Dons have now scored 9 Tournament falling to Cal State "The game was very well goals this season in the 10 matches Northridge 3-2. played," said Negoesco. "We they have played, leaving them In the third minute ofthe game, outplayed Northridge. The three with a record of 1 -9 after six games Jensen allowed an own goal into goals made by our opponents were and two tour­ a gift. They naments. were errors Wednesday September 2 thru Unfortu­ made by our nately, the "The game was very well played. We outplayed defenders." Mlondau October 5th Dons' luck USF ended a Northridge. The three goals made by our oppo­ ^US^r Outreach Miinistru student volunteers against Fresno nents were a gift. They were errors made by our streak of play­ St. did not ac­ ing four top 20 haue contributed company them defenders." teams in five to the opening Stephen Negoesco games when \J\jU hours of community service night of the MEN'S SOCCER HEAD COACH they faced CS Santa Clara Northridge. Classic Tourna­ The Dons lost io others in the City ment, last to Washington, weekend. Maryland, ranked num­ USF's net, giving Northridge the UCLA, Stanford and Maryland, Congratulations andUhanhyou ber twelve nationally, defeated USF lead at 1-0. Three minutes later, with a win over Fresno State in from 3-1 on Thursday Oct. 1. Northridge scored again to make between. USD has also lost to the USF's Fabio Pires gave the Dons it 2-0, but Fabio Pires netted a goal three top-20 teams they have L/linanaa iRose, a 1-0 lead with a goal off a Bran­ of his own in the 55th minute to played—Virginia, UCLA and Jcatnu Xing, Washington. don Jensen pass, but the match draw the Dons closer. •JCirsten _fus/us, turned on the Dons when Mary­ However, in the second half the USF needs to win nine of their land came rushing back with three Matadors pulled away, taking the final 10 games to finish at .500 for Steorqe J~arxer ana goals in the second half. lead at 3-1. the season. USF will play its first Sister JKarie S7ynat/us, LZ&XX San Francisco had numerous Klevberg added the last goal in three WCC games at home (USD, scoring opportunities in the the 87th minute leaving the final Loyola Marymount, Saint Mary's) Oufreacn Munisiru Ueam match, including Akerjordet's and score at 3-2 and handing the Dons before going on the road. San Franasco Foghorn SPORTSWEEK October 9,1998 15 Jeff Malch USF COUNSELING CENTER SPORTS WEEK EDITOR GROUP OFFERINGS Crossing FAIL 1900 the Wrong SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY FOOD AND BODY IMAGE CONCERNS i.O N I II O M \ * M A group for women concerned with compulsive overeating, Lines purging, and/or excessive attention to food, weight, and dieting. Examine the possible emotional hungers that lie behind food Contrary to popular belief, the obsessions and move toward healthier pattterns of eating and San Francisco Foghorn is not a propaganda machine. thinking for yourself. We are not here, as editors/to pump our readers with fluffy COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT SUPPORT I waft details about how great the GROUP - LEVEL I University is or how incredible Counseling training can be an arduous process intellectually and our sports teams are. emotionally. This group will offer a time to process professional Moreover (on the flip side) demands and personal converns. Level I group open to first year our intention as editors is not to (masters Level) students only. criticize our beloved institution unjustly. COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT SUPPORT Rather, like any other distin­ guished newspaper, the Foghorn GROUP-LEVEL II and its SportsWeek section exist The level II group is designed to offer continued support for to report the stories as they come, Master's level counseling students. Level II group open to 2nd not prepare them in a candy- year (and beyond) students only. coated attempt to boost school pride. LEARNED FEAR/ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP Yet it has come to my atten­ For students who experience significant anxiety, fear, or tion that certain lines have been avoidance-including public speaking anxiety, phobias, panic crossed which define the roles of attacks, general anxiety, Initial sessions provide an overview for "Michael Tilson Thomas this editor and athletic coaches. learned anxiety reactions and how to modify them. Participants inspired a fervor usually A USF coach's job is not to dictate which articles should be will then be encouraged to use self-help tools to reduce anxiety. reserved for rock stars." published in SportsWeek. -Time Magazine Instead, a coach's only job is to BIRACIAL/MULTIRACIAL DISCUSSION GROUP make sure that USF is prepared A weekly discussion of issues related to the biracial/multiracial to win every ballgame, match, or experience. Topics include stereotypes, identity development, meet. positive aspects and pride, enviromental/family issues, and My job is to report on how relationships. well they do that. The line-crossing does not BETTER RELATIONSHIPS begin and end with sports either, Relationships are a central part of our lives, whether with family, but extends into the Foghorn's friends, colleagues or significant others. Do you sometimes other sections. Numerous clubs, wonder why tensions develop with others closest to you or find organizations and departments continue to pressure the editors recurring patterns that develop that you wish to change? Join us Stuidentis! to print public relation-style to explore how our patterns of relating to others get in our way pieces which often show only the and learn to build satisfying relationships. save upte S0% oft positive side of a group's progress. 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At the same time, our goal is to achieve fairness not only when "What a Great Experience!" it comes to which articles get printed, but the angle those stories take on. Learning the language. Meeting This means finding the people. Coming face to face with medium where an article is not history, art and architecture, culture, overly critical nor untruthfully food and

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Men's Soccer USF 2 #15 Stanford 2 Portland St. 1 host San Diego USF 0 Women's USF 1 Volleyball in WCC opener Fresno St. 0 San Jose St. 3 Maria M. Jimenez USF 0 #12 Maryland 3 SPORTSWEEK STAFF WRITER USF 1 Denver 3 After stumbling in the previ­ USF 2 CS Northridge 3 ous six games ofthe season, the USF 2 USF 3 University of San Francisco

\ASnrr Yale 0 men's soccer team recorded its first victory, 1-0 over Fresno #1 N. Carolina 6 Portland 3 State at Negoesco Stadium on USF 0 USF 0 Sunday, Sept. 27. The Dons will #20 Duke 3 Gonzaga 3 host San Diego tonight at USF 1 USF 1 7:00pm in their West Coast Con­ USF 1 ference opener where they hope Oregon 1 to defeat the Toreros for the third straight year. The match against Fresno St. on Sunday was dominated by Briefly MARIA M. JIMENEZ/FOGHORN USF as the Dons maintained Junior midfielder Carlos Fernandez attacks Fresno St. in a recent game at Negoesco Stadium. The 1-0 result possession on the Bulldogs' side was the Dons'first victory ofthe season. USF hosts West Coast Conference rival San Diego tonight at 7:00pm. With its defeat of Yale last ofthe field, while accumulating week, the Lady Dons' volley­ eleven shots on goal. Negoesco said the goal will Nine ofthe eleven shots came give Klevberg confidence as he ball team broke its WCC in the second half where the searches for more goals in the record-tying streak of losses Dons scored the only goal ofthe team's upcoming matches. match. The victory came in the It was Klevberg's fifth game- dating back to the last half of 57th minute winning goal the 1997 season. In 1993-94, ofthe second . in a period of period when two years. Portland set the record for junior striker It was a beautiful USF se­ consecutive losses at 31. Inge goal—very well nior goal­ Klevberg keeper Zack scored the executed. It couldn't Vaughn Dons' first be saved." made two winning goal "The womens [cross coun­ Stephen Negoesco saves and re­ of the sea- MEN'S SOCCER HEAD COACH corded the try] team is determined to son. shutout, also Junior the first one break 20 minutes at the midfielder/ of the season conference meet. If we can do striker Alex Akerjordet assisted and tenth of his goalkeeping ca­ on Klevberg's arching shot reer. this we'll be battling the top which, from 20 yards out, ended The Dons will be looking for teams in the conference..." in the upper right corner of the their second victory of the sea­ net past Fresno St. goalkeeper son when the University of San —Kris Luckin JeffFluharty. Diego visits Negoesco Stadium WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY ASSISTANT COACH "It was a beautiful goal—very tonight. Last year, San Francisco MARIAM. (lMESEZ/KKIHOKN well executed," said Head Coach returned from San Diego with a Next week look for a special feature on junior USF midfielder, This Week Stephen Negoesco. "It couldn't 1-0 win over the Toreros. Per Christian Larsen. be saved." Errors: Page 14 Cross Country at Mills College Invitational X-Country Blazes in Early Meets Oct. 10 @ 9:00am Reflecting on the team's Men's Golf Teams show progress this year, Head Coach John Drocco is encouraged at Adams Cup# well in recent about the hilltoppers' potential. Oct. 14-15 all day "I feel these are our best races, looking teams in ten years. Depth-wise, Women's Golf competition-wise, and team­ at Northwest Invitational$ wise they're working well to­ to WCC meet gether." Oct. 12-13 all day Ullc Talasea It has not always been so up­ SPECIAL TO THE FOGHORN Men's Soccer beat for USF cross country. Af­ It is the middle of the cross ter a tumultuous season last year, vs. San Diego* Tonight @ 7:00pm country season and heads are al­ the teams struggled to re-evalu­ ready turning. ate themselves and worked to Women's Soccer Five weeks have passed since improve on their performance. vs. San Diego* Oct. 10 @ 7:00pm the cross Not help- country ing this vs. San Jose St. Oct. 13 @ 7:00pm season situation began, "I feel these are our best was the Women's Volleyball but even teams in ten years. " fact that vs. Loyola Marymount* after run­ John Drocco last ning only month Tonight @ 7:05pm USF CROSS COUNTRY HEAD COACH four races the West vs. Pepperdine* Oct. 10 @ 7:05pm the USF Coast # hosted by Rhode Island—Newport, RI SPORTS INFORMATION cross country team has made Conference coaches were asked $ hosted by Oregon St.—Corvallis, OR Senior runner Dan Val les sets the pace in a recent meet in the City. great progress in its times and to predict how the conference * denotes West Coast Conference match USF now travels to Oakland, Saturday, for the Mills College Invite.finishes. WCC Race: Page 14 the official newsletter oj tbe associated 7 students of tbe university oj san Jrancisco Part of It All

October '98 Issue A message from the Editors What's New with Senate The Senate Retreat Hi everyone! This is your favorite two "Crazy Cat" editors of the ASUSF Foghorn Insert. In this issue, you will find lots and lots of information If you didn't already know, this past weekend the Student Senate went on from "What's New With Senate" to the Budget to Fashion, along with their first retreat. Thanks to the efforts of Heidi Bajurin, it was a big success! other added bonuses such as the Senate made Comics, and the new I know that I can speak for most all off the Senators who participated in the October calendar made by your friends in the Graphic Center. So make Retreat that is was a blast! There were motivational speakers, lots of work­ sure to check us out, every first issue of the Foghorn. shops, games, activities, good people, and good good fun!

Oh yeah, ifyou are an ASUSF Club, and you wanna put something in We all learned a whole lot and brainstormed a number of problems that are these Inserts, please contact Matthew Winters, Vice President of Public going to be the topic of conversation for the next couple of Senate meetings Relations at x2857. It's free to you! (which YOU are invited to attend, every Tuesday, UC 400 at 6:00pm). Some of the "Hot Topics" directly correlated with ASUSF Senate were: Oh yeah, yeah. A reminder to you all who are reading this. The ideas and comments expressed in this insert are those of mine mine mine! 1. Club Registration Process (Matthew Winters) And not of anyone else, not even ASUSF, Senate, or 2. Senate Size the Foghorn. 3. World Fare (you know what the issues are...) 4. Student Apathy/Disengagement Thanks, and hope you keep reading!!! 5. Information Days/Week 6. Customer Service Department

Fashion Review If you or someone you know has a passion for change, please contact Mat­ thew Winters, VP of Public Relations at (415) 422-2857. Or, ifyou think we Fashion is Fresh! should be focusing on other issues, let us know! We're here for YOU!

Fashion is Fresh is the theme of this month's Fashion Insert. What does it mean to be Fashionable? Hello?! It means to look cute! In our first Fash­ ion Review, we are going to go over some of the must have basics for life and the new Fall season, Tips to Cuteness, and a few Don'ts, Never Don'ts.

Must have list:

- Gray fleece jacket (Girls & Boys) - Deep blue indigo jeans (G&B) - Leather Jacket (G&B) - Cotton white button down shirt (G&B) - Black "Clubbing" pants (G&B) - Gray wool suit (B) - Thin black tie (B) - Black knee length skirt (G) - Contradiction by Calvin Klein (G&B) - Mesh tops (G and optional for B) - Stiletto shoes (G) - Black Jacket (G&B) - Three quarter length sleeve shirt (G) - Rocket Dog [Japanese Sandals] (G) - Black and/or white tank tops (G) - Cute "Chunky" heals/platforms (G) - Scarves (DZ Girls) - Rhinestone and Butterfly hair clips (G) -GAP flare jeans - Black Cocktail dress (G) - Capri pants (G) -Carpenter/Cargojeans (G&B) - Anything gray, red, black, white, and dark denim (G&B) ASUSF Senate 1998-1999

Don'ts, Never ever Don'ts - Remember, Fashion before Comfort. And, Fashion can be totally comfortable -Taper leg jeans too! - Overalls for boys - Girls, don't ever ever feel fat! You're not!! You're YOU!! - Flower print dresses - Boys, girls wanna see you looking GQ too, so attempt to look fashionable for - Stonewash... anything!!! her sake. - One shot colors, such as eggplant. - High waters I hope our first Fashion Review, "Fashion is Fresh" helped you to either release - B-dazzle how cutting edge you are or how "Victimized" you are. In next months ASUSF Senate Insert, the Fashion Review will cover more in depth Fashion Hotties Tips to Cuteness and Fashion Victims. So get your cutest outfits out and on cause we are coming to get your picture. You could be next months feature Fashion Hottie with - Boys, don't be afraid to pluck around your brows. But don't go hard your picture in our Insert! And for you Victims out there, you had three chances: core, its just a cleaning. 1. You had to take it off the rack, and try it on, - Always ask an honest friend how you look before you step out of your 2. You had to have made the decision of buying it, and room. 3. You had to have taken it out of your closet and decided to put it on and wear - The internet is your Friend! Use it to check the weather the night be­ it out for that day. fore so you can plan your outfit! (suggested by Fashion Hottie, Marjan There is no mercy. We are out to get you. Also in the next Fashion Review, Pejuhesh, Sophomore Class Rep.) more info on a new club in the making... The Fashion Club!! So look out and look cute! Fashion is Fresh! continued 1

AS1 Senator Announcements A message from the President October 15, at 12:30 to 1:30 pm at Harney Plaza if the weather is somewhat nice, or our front of Crossroads if not. We'll be there In the past few weeks, one of the major concerns for the to listen to you, so please come and voice you concerns. Thank Associated Students of the University of San Francisco (ASUSF) you and enjoy your day ; ) has been the position formally known as ASUSF Business Man­ ager. For the past ten years, this position has been held by Dr. Denise Swett until her recent departure in July of 1998. Tempo­ A message from the VP of Business Administration rarily, we have two interims by the names of Julie Ardell handling "I PAY AN ASUSF ACTIVITY FEE?...Where Does My Money Go?" the Administration and Dan Marley handling the Business. Both (from $50 to $60) are doing an excellent job. However, we realize that it is important for us to look at I have news! The undergraduate students at USF are asso­ this position with great concern in order to continue to provide ciated, they are unified, and they are empowered. How so, what excellent service and support to the students on a more perma­ did we do? We organized ourselves so that we might have a voice nent basis. In order for us to ensure this process, Dr. Carmen to the administration and further influence on the conditions of Jordan-Cox (Vice President of Student Affairs) hired a consultant our academic and communal environment. I say that this is news to examine the current ASUSF structure and function on Sep­ because so few of us are conscious ofour associated presence and tember 24th and 25th. We are currently awaiting their observa­ the significant role that it plays on campus. This is not to mention tions in order to implement an effective ASUSF structure. the existence of the $50, soon to be $60, activity fee that each and every one of us pay per semester, and that serves as an investment Adriana Lopez • in the student-driven life of our community. President Associated Students of the University of San Francisco STUDENT FEE INCREASE

A message from the On Campus Reps In the spring of 1998 a "Student Fee Increase Initiative" was proposed, passed by Senate, and approved by the Board of Hi Yall! Trustees. As a result there will be a one-time $10 student fee in­ crease effective January 1, 1999, and "an annual increase based My name is Vicky Nguyen and I am one of YOUR On-Campus on the current/previous year's tuition increase percentage rate Representatives in Senate. That means that every one of you liv­ each year thereafter". ing in Phelan, Hayes Healy, Lone Mountain, Gillson, and yes— The fee of $50 per student aggregated to about $331,000 even University Heights—is mine. All mine. I am also the Vice worth of budgeted subsidies in 1997-98, and for this fiscal school President of Internal Affairs on RHA—the student government year,1998-99, the pool of subsidies has been allocated from a bud­ that programs for the residence halls. So listen up; this is the 411 get of approximately $365,000, which equals the annual fee col­ on what's in store for you. lections of $331,000 + about $34,000 from the fee increase of $10 (from an undergraduate population of about 3400) that will go Dre$$ 'Em Up. Dre$$ 'Em Down. Dre$$ 'Em All Around is into effect in the spring of 1999. Your money has been budgeted THE MUST SEE event. It happens in two parts. The first involves to be spent in the following ways: all of your FAVORITE (and maybe NOT so favorite) RA's. Resi­ dents will have the opportunity to bid on their RA's and purchase the AS ADMINISTRATION $119,298 rights to DRESS them up in ANY WAY, SHAPE, or FORM. (Cloth­ AS EXPRESS $0 (SELF-FUNDED) ing is not optional). CLUB FUNDING $6,000 COLLEGE PLAYERS In addition to bidding on RA's, you will also have a chance to $41,082 CROSSROADS cream the senior staff of ORL (the Office of Residence Life). Every $0 (SELF-FUNDED) five dollars donated in the name of a staff member means they get ELECTORAL GOV BOARD $1,658 a PIE in the EYE. FACES $6,425 FOGHORN $12,285 These FASHION VICTIMS will STRUT their stuff during the HALF GRAPHIC CENTER $21,378 TIME SHOW of the MEN'S SOCCER game. They will also be GREEK COUNCIL $457 THROWING the PIES at ORL during the show. IGNATIAN $7,675 INTER-FRATERNITY $1,627 HOW and WHEN can you join in the mad fun? INTL. STUDENT ASSOC. $3,445 KDNZ 880AM $8,400 HOW: Come to the events with some crazy spirit! PANHELLENIC $800 PERFORMING ARTS $14,105 WHEN: *The auction takes place at 7:00pm on OCT. 15 in the THE SOURCE $15,640 Hayes Formal Lounge. SUPERFUND $68,000 *The soccer game vs. LMU is at 2:00pm on OCT. 18 at SUPPORT SERVICES $25,806 Negoesco Field. VANS $5,000 WELCOME WEEK $5,860 HELLO!!!! TOTAL ASUSF SUBSIDIES $364,941 This is an RHA, Senate, Athletics EXTRAVAGANZA. When these three powerhouses collaborate on something, you KNOW it's The Finance Committee, which does the budgeting for gonna'be FANTASTIC. 'NUFF said. ASUSF, and your student representatives on Senate are available to answer any questions that you may have concerning these mat­ ters. You are also invited to contact me, Roberto Duran, ASUSF A message from the Sophmore Class Reps VP of Business Administration, at X2859. Please feel free. It is your money and you should know how it is spent. HI everyone! It's your sophomore Representatives here just wanting to introduce ourselves to our fellow classmates. My name is Marjan Pejuhesh and my partner in crime is Carolyn Schultes. SUPERFUND For those of you who don't know us, we're a couple of silly girls, but when it comes to the needs ofour class, we're all about busi­ The (SSEPC) "Superfund" Committee held it's first hearing of ness. We are truly intent on representing our constituency as well the semester on Thursday, September, 24. The committee funded as the school on a whole. We are open to any suggestions or com­ KDNZ 88.1FM with a budget of $350 for the performance of ment you may have about anything. Please stop by our booth on "Nefertiti Jones", scheduled to take place in Harney Plaza, during

AS2 dead hour on Oct. 13th, and Chi Rho Omicron with a budget of $263.25 for a campus-wide picnic, which successfully took place on Sunday, Sept 27. The "Superfund" Committee invites all un­ dergraduate individuals, clubs, and organizations to interrogate about proposal procedures and SSEPC code. Let it be known that the account was created to support events and programs which serve the educational, cultural, social, spiritual, and recreational interests of the undergraduate student body.

Roberto Duran Vice President of Business Administration Associated Students of the University of San Francisco

A message from the McLaren School of Business Reps Attention All Business Majors! Be on the lookout for surveys re­ garding your McLaren experience. For more information, please contact either Jasmine or Matt at x8954

Jasmine Vergara McLaren School of Business Representative

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