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HOMES ARISING TRIAL DAY EIGHT Last two defendents testify By Vasuki Rao Managing editor
Colin Warren and Joseph before going to his room Bomgardner, two of three to watch a movie. former SJSU students When the fi sh incident charged with a misdemeanor happened, some of the girls hate crime, took the witness living on the same fl oor put stand Wednesday. a note that said the fi sh was First to take the stand going to be fl ushed. Warren was Warren, who was said he initially thought roommates with Logan Williams helped the girls Beaschler in 2013 when steal the fi sh, but aft er the incident happened in further clarifi cation, he Quincy Bouldin | Spartan Daily Campus Village C. Beaschler now knows that Williams took the stand Tuesday. had no involvement. Construction is scheduled to conclude July 11 in preperation for the opening of the new freshman Warren described himself Th e fi sh was returned dorms that are located on the east side of campus in between the Aquatic Center and CVC. as mostly uninvolved in aft er the building’s resident the controversial u-lock advisor became involved. incident. He was present Aft er the fi rst u-lock Campus Village 2 on when Beaschler and incident, Warren says he another roommate talked walked into the suite one about putting the u-lock day and saw Beachler trying schedule for Fall semester around the victim’s, to remove the closet door’s Donald Williams Jr., neck. handle using some tools. However, when Beaschler He admitted to joining and By Casey Geier & Yale Wyatt and the other roommate helping Beaschler take the Staff writers went to the living room, handle off . Warren claimed he did According to Warren, The Campus Village 2 housing have to walk out two doors to see available as singles and doubles. not follow them. Beaschler’s reason for facility is scheduled to finish people you don’t live with. With Once finished, construction will However, during the removing the handle was construction by July 11. Exclusive CV2, it’s like the Bricks, you walk focus on the outer perimeter of second u-lock incident, to barricade the closet to first-year students, the new outside your room and everybody CV2, including the grass, planters Warren said he saw door with someone inside building will be similar to Joe is right in the hallway.” and sidewalks connecting with the Beaschler and Williams as a prank and prevent West’s social environment. Th e new building is expected to rest of campus. falling on the fl oor together them from getting out. Kevina Brown, community relations have 336 rooms across 10 fl oors. “We are a team with San Jose as he walked into the suite Warren said he was not for campus housing, said CV2 was Each room will be comparable in State,” said Sundt Construction with his friend Michelle interested because he specifi cally designed with an emphasis size to rooms in Joe West. Each employee owner Wynn Olsen. Tripp. When Tripp asked believed, at that point, they on community, contrasting the other fl oor will also have its own common “Every one of us here, students and Warren if they were okay, pulled too many pranks on campus villages. area, lounge area, study rooms and workers, go to work every morning Warren explained that it Williams. “CVC is more of an apartment- a multi-purpose room with pool was just a prank and they style building,” Brown said. “You and air hockey tables. Rooms are CV2 PAGE 2 were “horsing around” TRIAL PAGE 2
SJSU ALERT UPD increases its security on Greek Row By Melissa Hartman Staff writer
AlertSJSU confi rmed that Delta Upsilon Th e main reason would be a proposition and Alpha Xi Delta, two Greek organizations passed in Santa Clara County in November residing on 11th Street, had run-ins with of 2014, Prop 47. prowling and burglary this past weekend. Prop 47 renders many off enses originally Th is has become habitual since Kappa Delta considered a felony to a misdemeanor. Th is and Pi Kappa Alpha also had burglaries over includes check fraud, receiving stolen property, winter break. Several electronic devices were grand theft of a person, carjacking, shoplift ing, stolen from Kappa Delta. marijuana possession, cocaine possession and Quincy Bouldin | Spartan Daily As to why these break- ins have been heroin possession. happening so frequently, police Capt. Alan The Delta Upsilon fraternity house recently fell victim to an off - campus burglary on Saturday, February 6. Cavallo thinks there are a multitude of reasons. SECURITY PAGE 2
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from page 1 Bomgardner said he would always leave in CV2 from page 1 Hall unless enrolled in a class. I’m really TRIAL excited to take advantage of the new the morning and return late because he was to make our contribution.” athletic facility when it’s done.” He did not think the white papers had in the ROTC program and constantly stayed According to Bizjournals, Sundt came Temo Diaz, a sophomore industrial design any racial context to them. busy with aerospace engineering. He used to the Bay Area last fall and currently major, currently lives in CVB and said he When prosecutor Carolyn Malinsky this reason to emphasize that he was rarely has more than $400 million in projects wishes an apartment of this style would be began cross-examining Warren, she asked there and unaware of what was happening. underway. CV2’s completion will cost open to students besides freshmen. him why he did not intervene despite He considers Williams a friend and said $126 million. “While Joe West and the Bricks are how unusual it was for roommates to he was not present during the Three-Fifths Once completed, the aquatic center will certainly popular amongst students for struggle on the floor with a u-lock. Warren incident, closet “prank” and the white be torn out to make room for the new their social atmosphere, the buildings are answered, “A lot of unusual things happen paper fiasco. Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center, pretty old,” Diaz said. “It’s nice that the new in college.” Bomgardner admitted that Williams which will feature a revamped Sports dorm will provide a social environment Warren emphasized that he voluntarily was struggling and asking them to stop, Complex and two new swimming pools. while being new and nice.” One pool will be for lap swimming and the Diaz said the new building will also give talked to police the day after they had but Beaschler and the other teammate other will be for recreational swimming. incoming freshmen a good first impression searched the suite, but Malinsky asked teamed up and continued their antics. The recreation center will also include of the dorm life. him if he spoke with a lawyer before going He compared Williams’ objection to how rock-climbing walls and sports club “It just sucks I won’t be able to live here!,” to the police. Warren said he spoke with people react when being tackled. organizations for intramural sports Diaz said. a “family lawyer.” Citing a foggy memory, Bomgardner said that based on Williams’ leagues. “The gym we have on campus CV2 will be open to incoming freshmen Warren could not recall if the conversation body language, he could tell Williams right now gets pretty cramped,” says beginning this fall. happened over the phone or only by email. was unhappy. Through all the struggle, sophomore mechanical engineering major In a statement he gave the police, Williams accidentally bit his lip and bled. Wesley Bower. “And it’s a shame students Follow Yale and Casey on Twitter Malinsky said that he mentioned the According to Bomgardner, that happened can’t use the facilities in Yoshihiro Uchida @yyaleyy @Casey_geier u-lock incident was different from the when Beaschler and the other roommate other pranks but Warren insisted it was stopped By then, however, they already had Left: Project still a prank, just “a different kind.” the u-lock around Williams’ neck. engineer Justin Warren’s parents, Victor and Bonita, Bomgardner’s cross-examination is Mccapes stands in also took the stand and said they did not slated to continue this morning. what will potentially teach their son to be unbiased and refuted be a dorm room on the second floor of that he had ever done anything racist. Campus Village 2 Bomgardner took the stand next. and its rooms will His lawyer, Sam Polverino, asked about Contributions from Rebecca Pirayou and be designed similar his involvement in law enforcement as a Ryan Vermont. Follow Vasuki to the rooms in Joe volunteer and his experiences as a boy scout. on Twitter @VasukiRao94 West Hall.
Vasuki Rao | Spartan Daily CROSSWALK from page 1 idea of creating something that people walked upon There are plans to renew some of the areas close to daily a wonderful opportunity,” Takara said. “I think it SJSU, including St. James Park. Street Life is aware of the design the Paseo crosswalks. Takara enjoys mixing art and brightens up the public spaces and from what I have seen, homeless population in the areas they plan to develop. technology. During the design stage, she walked along the cars and people are more aware of the crosswalk spaces.” “We try to be very empathetic to how we address it. route to draw inspiration from the environment. The reason the Paseo is important is because it is one of We understand they don’t want to be there. It’s often they “The crosswalk pattern design is called ‘Knots and the most travelled and most seen walkways in Downtown don’t have any other choice to be there,” Su said. Connections’,” Takara said. San Jose, according to Su. Street Life works closely with other organizations “It consists of one pattern tile that is rotated in four “A lot of visitors see the Paseo as their first Downtown such as Groundwerx and Downtown Streets Team, two directions to create the final crosswalk pattern.” San Jose vision,” Su said. “I was even thinking about when organizations that help fight homelessness through According to Takara, the Chinese knot pattern in the I took my parents down right before school. The Paseo, employment to address the issue. artwork honors the history of Market Street Chinatown. before I even knew what it was was one of the first things Other ideas for reinvigorating downtown include Curving ribbons represent the “text of the Ernesto that we walked on.” painted pathways through large parking lots, sculptures of Galaraza public art” that follows the Paseo walk. The Street Life recently worked with Exhibition District, San Jose heroes, creative lighting systems and strategically circuits of the crosswalks represent Silicon Valley and are a group of artists who dedicate themselves to painting placed signs that point to popular attractions and help mixed with strawberry leaves to “allude to chandeliers outdoor murals in San Jose. people find their way around. in Downtown San Jose entertainment venues.” The blue “The crosswalks are nice, don’t get me wrong,” said colors were chosen to represent the Guadalupe River, and Shahrzad Mohamadi, Management Information Systems essential part to the initial settlement of San Jose. major at SJSU. “If it were up to me though, I would worry “I enjoy creating interactive public art and found the more about providing shelter to the homeless.” Follow Kato on Twitter @GuzmanKato
to do more to increase oncampus safety. SECURITY from page 1 “It’s our fault if we leave our door unlocked. It’s an invitation to break in… “It’s easier to be out committing crimes,” especially if these people breaking in are Cavallo said. “it’s easier to be a criminal.” of low socioeconomic status and they Another issue that has negatively see these big houses and figure there are WELCOME impacted the city of San Jose is the police probably a lot of valuables inside,” said force’s size reduction. senior communicative disorders and According to NBC Bay Area, the sciences major Christina Schilb. department has been gradually downsizing Setting up a program in the Greek system for a few years. As of June 2015, there were to watch people’s properties would be 855 officers compared to the 1,400 officers another viable option to prevent breakins, in 2009. but Alpha Tau Omega member and senior BACK The SJSU police department has also social science preparation for teaching shrunk in size. Cavallo admitted there are major Greg Brown doubts it will happen. only 32 people on the UPD staff and only “I doubt we could come together, Spring '16 four people on duty at a time. because there’s so much tension between “We try to be as good as possible about houses that we would probably just laugh response time,” Cavallo said, “but if there if something happened to another house,” are only four on duty and they are already said Brown. “We wouldn’t see it as a major at a different location on campus or a few factor to try and fix.” blocks off campus, it’s challenging.” Cavallo confirmed the burglars of the UPD has identified the two burglars Kappa Delta breakin came through a from the Kappa Delta incident and the backsliding door, and the burglar of the burglar from the Delta Upsilon breakin. Delta Upsilon breakin came in through an Cavallo said they have been patrolling as open window. much as possible these past few nights, and officers visited one sorority house to give a presentation on theft presentation. They plan Follow Melissa on Twitter @melhartsyaa
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PREVIEWREVIEW ʻGilmore Girlsʼ returns after eight years with Netflix miniseries
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Anyone who has ever binge watched Danes), Sean Gunn (Kirk Gleason), Yanic junior nursing major Evie Merritt said. that if she had time, she would write a television show and become attached Truesdale (Michel Gerard), Liza Weil “My roommate and I basically went scenes in for her. understands that the end of the series is (Paris Gellar), Milo Ventimiglia (Jess into mourning for him. We would sit in “Melissa was one of us. If she has a spare the worst part. Mariano) and Keiko Agena (Lane Kim) opposite rooms in our apartment and send moment to run over [to the set]– even if for You’re left longing for more, wishing that are all returning. each other articles back and forth.” just a cameo –we would be totally game,” the story could just keep going (no matter Right now, Melissa McCarthy (Sookie Everyone from the original cast seems Sherman-Palladino said. how terrible the plot is by the end). St. James) and Jared Padalecki (Dean excited about the miniseries, with an Whether or not Sookie is coming back, For many people, Gilmore Girls was that Forrester) are all up in the air as far as exception of one. Melissa McCarthy has new characters are being factored in. show. Th e show ran for seven seasons until whether or not they are returning. had the most notable and high rising career E! News described two kids that will be it was tragically cancelled because CW Th is return will be bittersweet for many, since Gilmore Girls, but in a tweet on cast as “7-year-old Tim and his 5-year- and Warner Bros decided not to continue because Edward Hermann the man who Wednesday she said she was not invited to old sister Gabriella.” production in 2007. played the patriarchal grandfather Richard return back to the series. Sookie St. James That timeline wouldn’t fit anyone Last week, Netfl ix confi rmed rumors Gilmore passed away in 2014. was a key character, Lorelai’s partner in else’s kids besides Lorelai and Luke (one that have been circulating for months that Lauren Graham has been quoted on crime and a second mother to Rory. can only dream). If Netflix makes that there in fact will be a revival of the series. how the cast can definitely feel his The idea that the studio did not invite family a reality, they can count on the Variety was quoted saying that the subject missing presence, and it’s clear that McCarthy back is a bit hard to believe. miniseries being so successful that they came up when creator Amy Sherman- fans feel the same. Sherman-Palladino responded with might have to extend it. Palladino met with many of the celebrities “When he passed away, it was so sad,” how busy Melissa McCarthy is and said So how will people feel about new who starred in the original series at the characters coming into the old plot line? ATX Television Festival. “I think it’s actually sort of fi tting,” junior Lauren Graham, or the beloved Lorelai communicative disorders major Christina Gilmore, talked to TVLine about the Dunbar said. “People in our generation Netfl ix return. “It’s on a diff erent stage grew up with Rory. We experienced the but it’s… the house. Alexis Bledel and I things that she experienced. So I think walked onto the set together and — I feel having taken a break, it’s appropriate that super emotional about a lot of it and I’m there’s new cast because there’s new cast in afraid I’m going to start crying at every our lives too.” turn — but walking onto that set really So get ready to return ack to those “town felt like something,” Graham said. hall meetings” you used to go to, when We always knew that Graham was a you’re actually waiting by your laptop for sap. TVLine also said that there would be the newest episode to come out. Maybe four 90-minute episodes. Whether or not you can also curl up with a cup of coff ee that will satisfy fans of the original series and pretend that you’re at Luke’s in the is a whole diff erent article in the making. meantime. Entertainment Online confi rmed that old characters would be returning, with Follow Melissa on new characters emerging in the reunion. Twitter @melhartsyaa Graham (Lorelai Gilmore), Alexis Photo Courtesy of Google Bledel (Rory Gilmore), Kelly Bishop The original Gilmore Girls cast from 16 years ago after fi lming season (Emily Gilmore), Matt Czuchry (Logan one in Oct. 2000. Huntzberger), Scott Patterson (Luke Classifieds Sudoku Puzzle Crossword Puzzle Local Ads
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only talk to people that show interest. Establishing connections certainly seems to be one of BY Casey Geier I resonate with people on the receiving end of rush be- the largest incentives of joining a fraternity or sorority Staff writer cause I did not join a fraternity during my freshman year. on campus, especially with the diffi culty of getting a job However, I actually enjoyed my walks to class as a fresh- right aft er college. “When you join, you instantly have the With spring rush fi zzling out and the giant Greek letters man during rush week in which I observed contacts of fi ft y or sixty guys, all with diff erent majors and and rush cards disappearing, SJSU students will see less how each fraternity marketed themselves their own sets of connections,” Mercado said. “Joining a promotion from the Greek community. as by the music they played or what type fraternity worked best for me, even though there are I asked students if they felt rushed to be part of the of rush events they advertised. Being many clubs and organizations that provide useful college experience and found that people had fairly posi- new to college and living on my own connections.” tive things to say. Wesley Bower, a sophomore mechani- for the fi rst time, it was helpful that It is refreshing to see someone in charge of cal engineering major said, “Rush allows students who during rush week I could talk to recruitment conveying this message so strongly. think about going Greek to do so easily. When fraternity people that instantly wanted to get to Th e Greek community is synonymous with many members approach me to chat about Greek life, they have know me. negative stereotypes and Mercado is promoting the always been persuasive but not pushy. Th ey’re just doing I got a chance to talk to Th eta Chi positives of the Greek community. their job.” rush chair Eddie Mercado, who said he is Whether you were a fan of rush week taking place this Being in a fraternity myself, I respect this student’s directly in charge of the recruitment process for this se- past week or not, many people certainly take something claim about us doing our jobs because it certainly mester. “Many people who go to San Jose State are Greek, positive away from the event. But there is something to is not easy. Starting a conversation with complete so rush is a perfect way to keep the community grow- be said about how less crowded it will be walking to class strangers can be awkward and difficult sometimes. ing. I’ve made many useful business connections since now that it’s over. It is definitely not a job for people afraid of rejection. joining,and that is something I want to spread to people This is why I take a casual approach during rush and as rush chair.” Follow Casey on Twitter @Casey_geier
job. This makes life better for the next generation. families a 3$ budget. With this budget, healthier The sad reality of In the documentary, “A Place at the Table,” a fifth- foods are not an option, leading to malnourishment. grader named Rosie has trouble focusing on school It is an inevitable slippery slope. because she is hungry. What the government provides is not enough to the 2016 campaign Her family cannot afford to feed her sufficient ensure Americans eat healthy, but people can take meals and she often goes to school hungry, putting advantage of a provided education and obtain em- her at a disadvantage. ployment that will guarantee their children food in BY Rebecca Pirayou Staff writer Rosie is not the only one. the future. In 2014, one in seven people in the United States uti- This problem is solvable. In order to resolve the The 2016 presidential campaign has been focus- lized the food banks provided by Feeding America. hunger issue, it must be addressed and discussed. ing on the bigger picture, which is extremely wise in While it is great the 2016 campaign focuses on the If the government budgeted better and allotted more retrospect. However, these talks do nothing to help bigger picture and finding solutions to improve the money to food stamps and lunch programs while current issues such as hunger and malnutrition in economy and job market, the candidates should simultaneously brainstorming to fix the economy, the the United States. pay more attention to fixing present issues. national numbers for hunger will decrease continually. According to Feeding America, over 48.1 These discussions about improvement Talking about hungry families isn’t what gets the au- million Americans live in households that have been a hot topic for numerous dience going during the GOP and Democratic debates. suffer from food insecurity. campaigns. According to the docu- Americans watch Donald Trump because of his This number, which can be found in mentary, the amount of people suffer- antics and insults or listen to the criticisms about public records, is rarely - if ever - dis- ing from hunger and malnutrition in Hillary Clinton’s emails. cussed in the highly publicized 2016 presi- the U.S. has increased while politicians Those are hot topics in the 2016 presidential cam- dential campaign. continue to discuss the “big picture” paign because they excite the crowds and ultimately According to Polling Report, the campaigns issues. win the vote. put much emphasis on the economy, terrorism It is crucial we solve the root of the prob- Hunger is ignored by many candidates who sell out and education, promising Americans a better, safer lem, but accommodating those affected by the prob- for ratings. It is now more important than ever to life and improved current situations. lem is also crucial. bring this issue to light. These topics also ensure stability amongst Ameri- Though the government provides food stamps and cans. They make sure everyone can afford an educa- school lunch programs, that is not enough. Follow Rebecca on Twitter @chubecca17 tion, eventually graduating and getting a well-paying The documentary stated that food stamps give
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The day that steals Less is more on your heart and money Valentineʼs day BY Raymond Baltazar BY Daphne Morales Staff writer Staff writer Oh Valentine’s Day, the holiday when People can argue that there are ways to Valentine’s Day may be known as a person per week by substituting eating couples fl ood their Instagram feeds with have a signifi cant and costless day with the “consumer holiday” to most boring out at a restaurant to cooking your own hearts, roses and love for each other. Th e people you love, but from fl owers and cards people, but to me, it is the most roman- meals. Pull out the pots and pans and holiday that spurred Single Awareness Day to reserving that fancy restaurant Valen- tic holiday of the year. cook each other your favorite food. because people get tired of seeing couples’ tine’s Day has defi nitely pulled on the hearts It’ws a day to celebrate and appreci- It’s not about spending money, it’s extra “lovey-dovey” behavior. Th e holiday of many as well as their money. People ate the people we love just a little bit about spending time. when people buy hearts and break their can argue about ways to have a signifi cant more. Another cheap alternative could be own when seeing the total cost on receipts. and costless day with the ones you love, Yes, I agree everyone should show to substitute a day in the spa with a Valentine’s Day is this Sunday, and like it but thanks to fl owers, cards and fancy their appreciation toward the person day at home. You can be each other’s or not, it’s a consumer holiday despite some- restaurant reservations, Valentine’s Day has they love every day, but Valentine’s Day masseuse, get a back massage, maybe one’s claim that love is in the air. defi nitely tugged on the hearts of many as is a chance to do something different even a foot rub and not have to spend a Th ey say, “Money can’t buy love or happi- well as their wallets. from the monotonous routine we all single dime. ness,” but the United States monetized the “I feel like Valentine’s Day has become live in. You can also never beat those Grou- value of “love.” Th is is especially true during this materialistic holiday,” junior interna- Most of us are extremely busy people. pon deals. There are always inexpen- the weeks prior to Valentine’s Day. tional business major Yadi Mejia said. Whether it’s school, work or sive activities like half-off meals Most people spend a cer- “And people are so materialistic both, we do not always have or cheap tickets to local tain amount of money on that they end up buying them- the time or energy to go festivals. whatever sentimental selves gift s just to fl aunt what that extra mile for our sig- “Last year during Valen- value the holiday seems to they have among their friends nificant other. tine’s Day, my boyfriend bring them. in order to feel the holiday Valentine’s Day is only planned us a fun day in According to U.S. News, spirit.” a consumer holiday for Napa,” said sophomore retail spending for Valen- Valentine’s Day is just another those who believe it’s all organizational studies tine’s Day was expected to day of the year that we can live about spending money. major Jennifer Quezada. reach $18.9 billion in 2015. Men without if it disappeared. There are infinite ways to “He surprised me with a hot were expected to double the expenses “When you are in a relationship, you stop and appreciate someone who air balloon date even though I was that women spent on this “lovely” day. should be doing all these things for each deserves it without blowing too much super scared but it was actually really I think even Cupid himself would spend other every day of the year,” junior business cash. fun. Later, he told me he found the just as much money stocking up on arrows marketing major Jhonathan Mendoza said. “Truth is, I would actually prefer deal on Groupon for half of the actual as the average consumer spends on choco- “It does not specifi cally just have to be on something small and inexpensive but price.” late, cards and roses. Valentine’s Day. You do not have to go out of course something out of the ordi- Do not buy into the Valentine’s Day According to Statistic Brain, the average and buy things.” nary. My boyfriend and I are two very hype and begin to blow all of your annual spending for Valentine’s Day this In all seriousness, Valentine’s Day is a busy people, but on Valentine’s Day he funds on overrated gifts. year is expected to be $13 billion, with the great day to spend with loved ones, and it is always finds small ways to surprise me According to the Statistic Brain Re- average consumer spending $116.21. possible to keep the cost low if you spend on and remind me of how much he really search Institute, 52.1 percent of people “You don’t necessarily love your signifi - that special day. If anything, celebrate aft er cares,” said junior graphic design ma- give cards, 47.5 percent give candy and cant other or your friends or family more the holiday because prices are bound to jor Melissa Tran. 34.3 percent give flowers. on that day,” junior biology major Caro- decrease once it is over. According to the Statistic Brain The key to a successful Valentine’s line Clemente said. “But, you almost feel Benjamin Glaser, features editor for Deal Research Institute, 61.8 percent of con- Day is to plan ahead and show origi- obligated to celebrate it by buying your lover News, told CNBC that roses, chocolates sumers celebrate this passionate holi- nality. a gift .” and restaurant prices increase prior to the day. If you happen to be part of that Let’s continue to celebrate this ro- According to CNBC, Valentine’s Day holiday. He also said these mark-ups cause percentage, make sure you celebrate it mantic holiday and use it to remind ranked third on Th e Biggest Holidays for prices to go down aft er the holiday. “Last correctly in order to show your appre- friends, family and significant others Spending in 2011, falling behind Th anks- year, Godiva cut prices by 40 percent aft er ciation in a more economic way. that despite busy schedules we love and giving and Christmas. Valentine’s Day,” Glaser said. You can bring out the romantic mood care about them very much. “Just like Christmas, stores have heart Ultimately, it is your decision on how you without breaking the bank by having a decorations up the second Christmas and want to “spend” this holiday. delicious dinner in the comfort of your Follow Daphne New Year’s is over,” Clemente said. “Flowers own home instead of going out. on Twitter @Glitzydaph and restaurants and chocolates are becom- Follow Raymond According to The Simple Dollar, the ing a little more expensive.” on Twitter @raysremmurd average American would save $36.75 per SPARTUNESSPARTUNESValentinesʻ Dday edition WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! 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Please recycle this copy when you Jose Munguia Mack Lundstrom Paolo Burgos are finished reading. Tony Nunez 6824 Thursday,Thursday,Thursday, January JanuaryJanuary 28, 28,28, 2016 20162016 66 SPORTS Thursday, February 11, 2016 Spartans take over late against UNLV By Daniel Reedy Sports editor Th e San Jose State University women’s her” Craighead said. basketball team defeated the University UNLV took an early 21-12 command of of Nevada, Las Vegas Runnin’ Rebels the game at the end of the fi rst quarter. Th e Wednesday night 69-61 at the Event Spartans responded, quieting the Runnin’ Center. Rebels shooters and entered halft ime with Th e Spartans victory came on the back the game tied at 33. of point guard Dezz Ramos who lead the UNLV shot well in the fi rst quarter, Spartans with 20 points, eight assists, shooting 44.4 percent from the fi eld and three steals in 38 minutes played. 42.9 percent from long range. “My teammates did a good job of giving “We didn’t really feel like they were as fast me a little bit of cover [and] easy layups” as us, so just wanted to keep going and get Ramos said. them tired,” said SJSU guard Nyre Harris. Head coach Jamie Craighead said there Th e success didn’t last for UNLV as they Quincy Bouldin | Spartan Daily were other factors in Ramos’ performance managed just 24 percent from the fi eld that attributed to her impressive showing and was just 15 percent from the three- Junior point guard Dezz Ramos dribbles the ball up the court after a rebound, she fi nished the night with a game high 20 points and eight assists. on the night, since she had former team- point line. mates on UNLV’s roster. Aft er shooting just 25 percent in the fi rst from the fi eld for the rest of the game. proves to 7-5 in the Mountain West (9-14 “Th is game was a little bit personal for quarter, SJSU improved to 37.03 percent Spartans senior center Riana Byrd also overall). neared closer to 1,000 rebounds pulling “A gutsy win by our team, one that we re- down a game high 17 boards. ally needed to get, we only get one shot at Menʼs basketball falls late Th e score remained close for the entire UNLV.” Craighead said. second half, but the Spartans were able to hit the clutch shots to stay ahead. With the victory, SJSU increases their With contributions from James Kim winning streak to three games and im- Follow Daniel and James on Twitter @patrioticreedy@jdkim38 Powerlifting requires dedication and eff ort By Nick Avila Staff writer FINAL On weekends, during SJSU Sport Club it becomes a lot easier.” Fitness Center hours you’ll typically fi nd Herbig and Dore-Andrews both focus on a group of powerlift ers fi nishing up their the amount of calories they’re consuming workout for the day. on diff erent days. 61 Th ese lift ers come in the morning before For rest days, their calorie intake is lower SPARTANS other students or gym-goers are allowed in than if they’re working out. However, they to make sure they have ample time to work try to keep their carbs up to keep them- 8-16 (3-9) out that day. selves energized. Some joined the club because they were And while taking creatine and protein looking for something to keep them in between your meals, guzzling down pre- RUNNIN’ REBELS 64 shape, but senior aviation major Nicole workouts and BCAA (branched-chain 14-11 (5-7) Herbig, who’s now captain of the powerlift - amino acid) before or while you work out ing club said her curiosity got the best of doesn’t seem like a challenge, the eff ort and her when she happened to see a powerlift - money that’s required can add up. Infographic by Kavin Mistry ing club sign and decided to give it a shot. Kevin Sosa, junior industrial technology Herbig has been competing in powerlift - major, said that when you are dedicated and ing for four years. make sacrifi ces, it’s achievable. Herbig said that it’s all about planning Sosa also said that he waits for supple- your days and giving the eff ort to divvy up ments, such as protein, BCAAs and pre- your time while going to school and work- workout to go on sale to avoid the high ing out four days a week. costs. “Prepping is basically how I manage to “I try and be smart with my money,” Sosa make it work for school,” Herbig said. “If I said. “If I have to sacrifi ce going out with don’t prep, then I have one big large meal friends, I will so I can get enough food for when I come home.” the week.” Herbig said that if you are determined, While the team had a competition at the you will make it work. end of January, they’re already looking for- Prepping is preparing your meals ahead of ward to their next competition, which will time so that you can just reheat it and eat it be on Feb. 28 at SJSU. Th ey will also have on the go. one in March and April. For senior kinesiology major Robin Dore- Each person isn’t competing in every Andrews, powerlift ing was something he meet; many attend the competitions so they got involved in aft er leaving the school’s can cheer on their teammates. water polo club team. Although school and time could poten- Dore-Andrews said that it’s not diffi cult to tially be the drawbacks from competing, put in the two and a half hour workouts he Dole-Andrews says he loves the camarade- has four days a week. rie that is expressed by the club. Dore-Andrews said his girlfriend and “I had a lot of issues before powerlift ing others see the time and eff ort that goes be- and powerlift ing’s really helped me over- hind competing and wonder how he’s able come them,” Herbig said. “And I’ve made to handle it. really great friends out of it too, more of like “From the outside, it’s a lot harder...than family actually.” we feel it is,” Dore-Andrews said. “Once Follow Nick on Twitter you make it a habit and start sticking to it, @NickVanExelent