CAMPUS TIMES APRIL 7, 2006 SERVING THE UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE COMMUNITY SINCE 1919 VOL. 114, NO. 21 Tapping female potential Event highlights gender issues Valerie Rojas sexual orientation. Students Copy Editor were invited to decorate the T- shirts either in memorial or sup- University of La Verne stu- port. dents, faculty and community “It's a chance to air Am- members gathered to discuss erica’s dirty laundry,” Iota Delta issues of women, gender and President Nancy Reyes said. sexuality during the second With a number of students on annual Engendering Diversity the planning committee, stu- and Community conference that dents were more involved with took place March this conference as 29-31 on campus. For more coverage compared to last The conference, year, although this hosted by the of the Engendering year’s event did Women, Gender Diversity and have a slightly and Sexuality Community smaller turnout. Studies committee, conference see “This year we was a compilation had more students of lectures, theater pages 2, 3, 8 and 9. attend, but fewer performances and people from the roundtable discussions designed community came out,” Wagoner to generate open discussion said. about these important issues. The conference began on “We felt like the campus did- March 29 with two highly antic- n’t have an active dialogue ipated performances of “The about gender and sexuality,” Vagina Monologues” in the committee member Zandra Cabaret Theatre, which raised Wagoner said. “The conference $1,500 to benefit the House of is a way to get the dialogue Ruth, one of the nation's leading going and major awareness domestic violence help centers about these issues out there.” for battered women and chil- Aiming to improve over last dren. year’s successful two-day con- “The performances were a ference, the committee added an success because people were extra day to this year’s event banging down the doors to get and student participation was in,” said producer Jane Dibbell, highly encouraged. associate professor of theatre “We wanted to bring more arts. student participation in plan- Dibbell worked with last ning,” Wagoner said. year’s conference bringing the The Iota Delta sorority con- Five Lesbian Brothers to cam- tributed to the conference by pus and assumed she would par- sponsoring the Clothesline ticipate in this year’s conference Project, part of a national event as well. to increase awareness about “It sort of became a tradi- some of the most violent abuses tion,” Dibbell said. “The begin- taking place against women. ning of the conference would be Rhiannon Mim For this, on March 29 and some kind of performance.” Alumna April Shenkman performed a one- Conniption,” which was also written by 30, colored T-shirts were put on Dibbell and the committee woman show last Friday in the Cabaret Theater Shenkman started off as two plays. The theme display each representing a dif- are currently considering using as part of the Engendering Diversity and of the piece reflects Shenkman’s overall belief ferent form of abuse ranging Ntozake Shange’s play “For Community conference. The play, “Pink that every person has unrecognized potential. from domestic and sexual abuse Colored Girls Only,” as part of Clouds Over Capricorn Meets Cosmic Cupcake See story page 9. to racism and attacks based on Continued on page 12 Nontraditional students growing in number Christine Collier United States are 25 or older. ated bachelor’s degree pro- and Professional Studies, which shop here because we know our Staff Writer “A lot of them got into the grams. ULV has CAPA, a pro- offers six different degree pro- students don’t have time to be workforce early on and started gram which specializes in guid- grams. Both APU and ULV are running all over campus,” Traditionally college is a up families,” said Elizabeth ing adult students through their similar in that they try to supply Ramirez said. “We can help time to worry about classes, Ramirez, educational counselor undergraduate work as swiftly a student with everything they them with admissions, academic friends, part-time jobs and for the Campus Accelerated and painlessly as possible. are going to need under one advising and even process their parental expectations. Yet in Programs for Adults at the “One thing our students roof. graduation paper work. We are recent years, an increasing num- University of La Verne. “Then don’t have is extra time, so we “We try to be a one-stop- Continued page 12 ber of undergraduate students 10 to 15 years went by and they have to be as efficient as possi- have added more to the equation realized that they either wanted ble and make sure they are not INSIDE TODAY’S CAMPUS TIMES – including families and full- to go back to school to fulfill a taking classes they don’t need,” Upcoming Pomona cleanup brings time employment. personal goal or that they could Ramirez said. “Every semester together area students . . . . .Page 2 The presence of adult under- advance in their current posi- we take into consideration what graduate students, those 25 and tion.” their work schedule and person- T. Phillp’s spices up Sunday older, on traditional college With a growing number of al commitments are, and then nights with live music . . . . .Page 6 campuses is felt throughout the today’s undergraduate student we create an academic plan.” ‘Vagina Monologues’ voice nation. body over the age of 25, univer- Other universities are women’s struggles ...... Page 8 According to the U.S. sities are beginning to respond answering the call as well. In Redlands sweeps La Verne in Census Bureau, roughly 6.2 mil- to this trend in the form of flex- 1992, Azusa Pacific University lion college students in the ible class schedules and acceler- established the Center for Adult three-game series ...... Page 10 Page 2 NEWS April 7, 2006 Prospective students explore ULV City cleanup will connect students Kevin Davies future. Staff Writer While all local college stu- dents have been invited to par- In an attempt to make educa- ticipate in the event, University tion a top priority for the city of of La Verne students may have Pomona, newly elected Mayor the best chance to reach these Norma Torres organized the students on a personal level and Pomona City Cleanup to be held promote the college experience. at 8 a.m. on April 29 at Ganesha The University has long car- Park. ried a tradition of supporting a This event has been designed large number of first generation with hopes of connecting junior students by offering them high and high school students of grants. Pomona with successful college In Pomona, many high students from the surrounding school students looking to area. attend college would potentially “With this event, the mayor be first generation students. is emphasizing putting educa- The vision for this event is to tion first for the students of get students working together Pomona,” said Judith Gratz de toward a common goal for the ‘To have ULV students interacting and working alongside students from Pomona high schools is a way to stimulate the dream of going to college.’ —Reed Gratz, ULV professor of music

Lang, a member of Torres’ task good of the city and allow them force. to see the successes, as well as This event is expected to the benefits of attending col- draw more than 1,000 high lege. school students from Pomona to “It’s my feeling that because participate in a day of graffiti ULV has emphasized opportuni- cleanup, live music, free food ties for first generation students, and most importantly, college the fact should be well-known information. among Pomona high school stu- “We need to reach out as a dents, many of whom may not community and show these stu- have allowed the dream of a dents that it is possible for them college education to enter their to get to college and say no to view of the future,” ULV gangs,” Gratz de Lang said. Professor of Music Reed Gratz College students have been said. urged to participate in the event Currently, Pomona high and act as role models for the schools are not known as gate- students of Pomona. ways to college and carry a low The event is set to show local rate of sending students to four- high school students the bene- year universities, even those Kelly Rivas fits of attending college, while students that are more than At the second annual College Experience in-depth look of the communications and biol- challenging current college stu- qualified. While this is a dis- Project eighth graders from Fremont, Simons ogy departments. Adriana Alevez and dents to persuade high school heartening fact for many, this and Marshall middle schools participated in a Stephanie Szetele laugh together after their students to attend college in the tour of the University of La Verne, including an first time speaking on the radio. Continued on page 11 Ethnic similarities shared Actress remembers Laura Bucio “I think of powerless, if that us to acknowledge our similari- Assistant Editor happens to be a white person, ties,” Chambers said. childhood prejudice then that’s a woman of color to The groups shared their dif- Mercedes Bermudez with a black person, a man fix- Women from different ethnic me,” said Monique Chambers, ferent cultures, speaking about Staff Writer ing her piano in her living groups gathered to take part in a junior biochemistry and athletic music, food and how each group room. discussion about stereotypes training major and “Sistah strives for unity, although they As part of the University’s As the piece unfolded, and challenges facing women of Circle” vice president. do it in different ways. Engendering Diversity and Willis continued to reveal the color in California. Roughly ten attendants spoke “It allowed us to see how Community conference last most influential and moving The discussion, sponsored by about the many factors that other cultures identified with week, actress Teresa Willis pre- moments of her life involving the Mosaic Cultural Institute shape identity and the different women of diversity,” said sented her original theater African Americans. and the “Sistah Circle,” was part ways women identify them- Krystle Luckey, a senior move- piece “Eenie Meanie,” which She “skated” around the of the Engendering Diversity selves. ment and sports science major chronicles her own experience stage, to “ABC” by the Jackson and Community conference “Not everybody always iden- and president of “Sistah Circle.” with racism. Five. Her surroundings were held at the University from tifies as a woman of color at all The discussion ended sharing The 60-minute piece, spon- shown through images reflect- March 29 to the 31. times,” Lenzy said. the different ways to improve sored by the Iota Delta sorority ed behind the stage as reminis- “There is so much power in The women also had the the situation for women of color and performed in the Cabaret cent music brought the audi- having a space of our own,” said opportunity to share how they in the United States. Theatre, focused on Willis’ ence back to her childhood Jennifer Jimenez Marana, assis- feel about being women of color “It is really important to con- journey growing up in Valley days in the mid-1960s. tant dean of students for mentor- and spoke of specific stereo- tinue to talk about this topic and Station, Kentucky – as a white The powerful piece took the ing and programming at types they suffer. what we are going to do about girl who endured racism. audience decade-by-decade Claremont McKenna College. The participants were then it,” Lenzy said. Home video clips along through the actress’ life from Marana along with Cherjanet divided into two groups, All the participating women with the song “Wanting an innocent child to an empow- Lenzy, Scripps Community of African-American women and seemed to enjoyed the discus- Memories” by Ysaye M. ered woman. Resources and Empowerment Hispanic women, where both sion. Barnwell started the perform- Other chapters in Willis’ life coordinator at Scripps College, could share characteristics that “It was great to see that inter- ance. included a same-sex relation- led the discussion with provoca- applied to their specific group. est, that excitement, that pride,” As the production began, ship with a black woman as tive questions such as, “What “I think it is important for us Marana said. Willis came out as a 5-year-old, well as a confrontation with her comes to mind when you say to acknowledge our differences, Laura Bucio can be reached reliving her first encounter ‘women of color?’” but it’s even more important for at [email protected]. Continued on page12 Page 3 NEWS April 7, 2006 Novelist breaks language barriers Jonathan Smith different from being Argentine Staff Writer but in fact are the same because of what we all experience in our Argentine Novelist Alicia history of identity,” Gardner Steimberg addressed the topic said. of “Argentine Identity Today” “I was thrilled that so many last week in the Presidents people came,” said Labinger, Dining Room. who coordinated the event. Roughly 50 students and fac- Labinger also read several ulty members turned out for the excerpts from Steimberg's novel talk, which focused on “Call Me Magdalena,” which Steimberg’s experiences grow- tells the tale of an Argentine ing up as a Jew in Argentina. Jewish girl, who is taunted During the program, which about her heritage – and deals was part of the University’s with issues of identity, religion Engendering Diversity and and morality. Community conference, In the novel, the girl’s class Steimberg displayed black-and- spends a weekend at a ranch in white portraits of family mem- Buenos Aires, where a murder bers. has occurred. The novel is craft- Spanish professor Andrea ed with Steimberg’s energetic Labinger read excerpts from her dialogue and personal experi- upcoming novel “Conversation ences. Lindsey Gooding of the Saints.” Labinger, who has translated Alicia Steimberg participated in the Engendering is a professional translator and has written three Audience members got a all of Steimberg’s novels from Diversity and Community Conference on campus novels. In 1992, she won the prestigious Premio kick out of the humor in her Spanish to English, said her last week. She spoke about the challenges she Planeta Biblioteca del Sur award for her novel writing, while some of challenge as translator was pre- faced growing up Jewish in Argentina. Steimberg Cuando digo Magdalena. Steimberg’s experiences left the serving Steimberg’s personality audience in shock. and humor in the translated ver- ed audience members who lena” in 1998. heard and appreciated by people She told a humorous story sion. Labinger hopes to translate bought her novels with signed Steimberg said she was who couldn’t read in Spanish,” about how her aunt lied to an Steimberg’s fourth novel, which copies. delighted about having her nov- Steimberg said. antisemitic neighbor, when is due out this fall. Born in Buenos Aires in els translated in English. Jonathan Smith can be asked about her religion. “I love her personality, voice 1933, Steimberg is regarded in “I’m very glad now to be reached at [email protected]. Many of the stories high- and great sense of humor,” Argentina as one of that coun- lighted Steimberg’s search for Labinger said. try’s best contemporary writers. Correction She has received numerous her own identity. Students and faculty mem- In the March 31 issue of the The College of Education literary awards for her, includ- “It was very good,” said bers who attended were in for a Campus Times in the story and Organizational Leadership ing the Premio Planeta Adrianna Gardner, a senior cre- treat when the Los Angeles “Commencement decision graduation ceremony will be at Biblioteca del Sur in 1992 for ative writing major. “I think she Argentine Council presented debated,” the commencement 4 p.m. on May 27. her novel “Cuando Digo was very animated. I was Steimberg with a gift, com- ceremony dates are incorrect. The College of Business and Magdalena,” which was later absorbing everything she said mending her work as an inspira- The College of Arts and Public Management com- translated in English by about Argentine life.” tion for Argentine life. After the Sciences graduation ceremony mencement ceremony will be Labinger to “Call Me Magda- “Being African-American is presentation, Steimberg present- will be at 6 p.m. on May 26. at 9:30 p.m. on May 27. Study abroad programs offer various options gram is to let ULV students find other nations and other cul- coverage. Students also must be can range anywhere from Students out how everything works in a tures.” able to afford the costs of the $4,500 to $5,000, according to place far away from home, said In order to go abroad, ULV trip, which varies from one Steve Kinzie, assistant director Jeffery Burkhart, professor of students must be prepared. It is country to another. and writing specialist at ULV’s can visit 6 biology at ULV. mandatory for each student to Depending on the countries “They can learn a tremen- have his or her own insurance visited and length of stay, costs Continued on page 7 continents dous amount about both them- selves and another culture,” Antonio Foncillas Burkhart said. “My son spent a Staff Writer semester in Europe and it changed his entire way of look- The University of La Verne ing at the world. I think interna- offers its students a wide variety tional exposure should be seri- of study abroad programs, on ously considered by all students, six different continents and for and we should explore ways to periods from a few weeks to a make it a component of each full year. Some of the most pop- student’s college experience.” ular options include programs in Julius Walecki, associate ‘We often assume that we’re the best in the world, yet we can learn so much from other nations and other cultures.’ —Julius Walecki, associate professor of economics England, France and Japan, or professor of economics at ULV, more “exotic” program loca- said study abroad programs can tions like Jordan, Ghana and be a “contribution to the goal of India. learning about others and This semester there are ULV becoming better informed and students studying in six differ- more productive citizens.” ent countries, in locations such Therefore, Walecki said, the as Aukland, New Zealand, University should support such Galway, Ireland, Barcelona and programs. Alicante, Spain, Quito, Ecuador, “I think the most important and Cheltenham, England. benefit is the exposure to a dif- Students will receive ULV cred- ferent culture and to a different it for the courses they take way of doing things,” Walecki abroad at the end of the semes- said. “We often assume that ter. we’re the best in the world, yet The main goal of the pro- we can learn so much from PINIONS Page 4O Campus Times April 7, 2006 HR’s new rule prompts a ‘WTF?’ magine yourself in a few advance clearance to bring the kid years working full time along. If something comes up sudden- Iand having a child. What ly, it’s a pretty safe bet that filling out a are you going to do? Well the stupid form is going to be the last thing obvious solution to the prob- the parent will want to be doing. lem is to get a babysitter. “If my child has a contagious dis- But what if you cannot ease then she is not coming to work afford a babysitter or can’t with me,” Oliver said. find one you like or trust? Being on a semester system this uni- This is what many parents versity requires some subjects, such as have to go through during the math or Spanish to stick to a strict early years of their children’s learning schedule. lives. The next question that Professors may feel pressure from arises is: Should children be the new policy to stay home and cancel allowed at a professional class if their child needs them or if the workplace? babysitter is sick. In that case, it’s the According to the Univer- students that also lose. Nobody likes a sity’s Human Resource De- situation where there are no winners, partment, the answer is a loud but HR has thrown caution and com- and clear “no.” mon sense to the wind in instituting Many of us can remember this unnecessarily bureaucratic and going to work with our parents draconian policy. In short, Human while growing up. What we do Resources isn’t being very humane. not remember is if we were a distraction to others around us. CAMPUS TIMES “If the child is quiet and not running around the classroom, SPRING 2006 and the professor doesn’t make it an everyday thing, Editor in Chief then I don’t have a problem Nila Priyambodo with it,” Junior Joe Camacho said. Managing Editor ...... NICOLE KNIGHT There are a few professors News Editor ...... ANGIE GANGI on campus who have children to campus frequently. Editorial Director ...... TOM ANDERSON they feel are too young to be separated from them. LV Life Editor ...... TRACY SPICER “Before my children came to work with me, I let The new policy from HR, however, says young Arts Editor ...... STEPHANIE DUARTE them know the rules of my job and how they need- children can only accompany their parents to work Sports Editor ...... MATT GRIFFIN ed to act,” Oliver said. in an emergency and with prior written permission. Photography Editor ...... KELLY RIVAS If a child is well-behaved and not disruptive, why Until recently, ULV’s policy wasn’t nearly so Web Editors ...... YELENA OVCHARENKO shut him or her out of this learning environment? strict. ANDRES RIVERA Such a policy can be a terrible hardship for parents Copy Editor ...... VALERIE ROJAS Professors used to be able to bring their children trying to support a family on a modest ULV salary, Assistant Editors ...... LAURA BUCIO to the workplace without worrying they might get in not to mention a royal logistical pain in the butt. ERIC IBERRI trouble. An obvious problem with the emergency provi- MATTHEW LORISO Professor of Movement and Sports Science sion to the new policy is that employees can’t pre- Marilyn Oliver was one of these professors. The Reporters dict when they will have an emergency to get mother of three daughters, she brought all of them RENÉE BAMFORD, KADY BELL, MERCEDES BERMUDEZ, KRISTEN CHOCEK, CHRISTINE COLLIER, KEVIN DAVIES, GABRIELA DE LA CRUZ, ANTONIO FONCILLAS, DARNELL GILBERT, JACLYN GONZALES, KATIE HILLIER, Letter to the Editor ALEXANDRA LOZANO, MEGAN MONTALVO, RICK Dear Editor, around but the media is not going to show you that. MONTAÑEZ, RHIAN MORGAN, GALO PESANTES, I do find it appalling that the only coverage our paper Contact LSF (Latino Student Forum) members who sup- JONATHAN SMITH gives to the highly controversial topic of immigration is ported the cause and took pictures and they will tell you assigned to a patrician writer who chooses to focus on a the same thing. Photographers negative aspect of the HR 4437 issue (“Protesters take It’s amazing that the Lakers win a championship and KOURTNEY BRUMFIELD, NANCY DYLEUTH, LINDSEY their ignorance to the street,” March 31). As it is, the a couple thousand riot and terrorize the city and receive GOODING, RHIANNON MIM, EMMAH OBRADOVICH, media in the United States has done the same thing as the news coverage. But half a million people gather to SERGIO SANDOVAL Campus Times and downplayed what has been going on demonstrate peacefully and no one says a word about it. in Southern California for the past couple of weeks. Then a few rowdy teens that were passionate about a Editorial Cartoonist ...... ADAM OMERNIK Let me remind your writers who their readers are and cause but had little guidance and felt that the only power Advertising Manager ...... BEATRIZ MENDOZA how some topics should be written on their behalf. Last they had was to walk-out gets printed everywhere. Advertising Assistant ...... MATTHEW LORISO time I checked, ULV has a Hispanic population of about I agree to a certain extent that they should have stayed 40 percent which is one of the highest in California. in school but these schools that are counting on the stu- Chief Adviser ...... ELIZABETH ZWERLING Therefore, a topic such as immigration in California dents to show up were pissed because of the money they Photography Adviser ...... KEVIN J. HOLLAND should receive a bit more coverage and analyzed a bit lost across the board for a lack of attendance that day. Layout Assistant ...... ERIC BORER more thoroughly. Rivera, you are entitled to your opinion, but I ask you Instead, Andres Rivera decides to look at a small inci- to be a responsible editor and give a little more substance The Campus Times is published weekly by the Communications dent and almost neglect the half million people who gath- to your articles. You called the demonstrators ignorant; I Department, except during examination and vacation periods, by ered in Downtown peacefully to show discontent with should say the same to you, but name calling is immature journalism students of the University of La Verne, 1950 Third HR 4437. Half a million people marched down the and a sign of ignorance. I ask you not to only cover a Street, La Verne, Calif. 91750. The Campus Times is a laboratory publication for Newspaper Production classes, Journalism 220, 320 streets calmly and peacefully for a cause that rang true in small reaction by teenagers but force yourself to look at and Photography 327. their hearts. U.S. flags were the majority that were waved the blatantly obvious adult group’s demonstration. Unsigned editorials represent the opinion of the Campus Times The bill is in Senate debate and it looks as though the editorial board. 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FROM THE EDITOR... No one is ‘all there’ all the time inner Jessica moments come alive. elevator did not move and the “7” button I responded by saying, “We were sup- As for me, they seem to happen all the did not light up because I was already on posed to bring a cable?” time. They occur so frequently that I have the seventh floor. It was at that moment I got remarks NILA been dubbed the “Asian Blonde” by my At that point, I was just glad that there from my friends, including “How did you family and friends and my comments are were no cameras in the elevators. think the pictures were going to show up PRIYAMBODO now known as “Classic Nila Moments.” The Technical Term on the computer? Did you think that if Here are a few “Classic Nila It was about 8 p.m. and I was helping you shook it, it would transfer on to the Moments” that lead the way: a friend finish her photography assign- screen?” Elevator Confusion ment. We came across a few problems OK, so maybe my nickname is accu- any of us watched “Newly- I work on the seventh floor in a com- with her camera so I enlisted another rate, and maybe I am not always the weds: Nick and Jessica” and mercial office building. The clock hits friend of mine to help us. sharpest tool in the shed—but I am trying often thought, “How can some- noon, signaling my time to head for During the project, he told me to hold M to change. one be that stupid?” Audiences assume it school. I packed all of my belongings and the shutter button on the camera down. Maybe I can attend a class that will is impossible for someone to mix up walked toward the elevator. The doors I, however, reply with “Which one? teach me to think about what I say before chicken with tuna or think buffalo wings opened and I walked in. The take–a–picture button?” the words come out of my mouth. are really made from real buffalo. I pressed “7,” but the button did not Osmosis, Anyone? And after watching this season’s light up. I continued to press it, a little I was in my Photoshop class and we Until then, we should not make judg- “American Idol,” we also make our own harder each time. Still the light did not go were told to take pictures for an assign- ments about other people before we judgments about contestant Kelly Pickler, on and the elevator remained still. ment. It was optional for us to use a digi- understand that there is more to them than especially when she makes remarks like I began to panic, afraid that one of my tal camera, so I decided to go that route. meets the eye. “What’s a ballsy?” or “What’s a mink?” biggest fears—getting stuck in the eleva- After taking several pictures at home, I Who knows? Maybe one of them is a in reply to judge Simon Cowell’s com- tor—would come true. brought the camera to class the following lawyer or a doctor or even a rocket scien- ments for being ballsy and being like a A few minutes passed by. I kept telling night. tist. minx. myself to calm down. I took a few deep As others were uploading their photos Nila Priyambodo, a senior journalism But let’s admit it. It happens to the best breaths. and starting to work on the project, my major, is editor in chief of the Campus of us. After relaxing a little bit, I realized instructor asked, “Did you bring the Times. She can be reached by e-mail at Do not deny it. We have all had our that I needed to press “P1,” not “7.” The cable?” [email protected]. When Fate is at its The American Dream cruelest is alive and well time. internist specializing in geriatric care, and My friend has been so strong. Even he, wife Mara (a fellow Romanian whom after her mom and grandma died, life he had met before leaving the country), ANGIE seemed to slowly be getting back to nor- TOM their teenaged daughter and their dog live mal. We had planned to celebrate her in a spacious house in the hills of GANGI birthday in Las Vegas and have a good ANDERSON Monrovia. time. And just last month Liviu realized his Three days before we were going to other dream when he purchased a new leave, she got the call that her dad had Ferrari F430 coupe. And while Mara ini- ome things in life just don’t make died. So instead of celebrating, she will merica has been widely regarded tially discouraged this ultra-flashy pur- sense. In my last column, I wrote to be traveling to a funeral on the east coast as the ultimate land of freedom chase, even she warmed up and admitted Smy best friend who lost her mom to shed more tears. I guess plans change - Aand opportunity almost since day that, considering the massive obstacles and grandma three months ago. just like life. one, but lately some cynics have been that her husband has overcome in his life, She lost her mom on Christmas day in As I sit here, I wonder why these saying that the American Dream is he kind of deserves a reward like this. a car accident. Now her Christmas mem- awful things keep happening to my becoming harder and harder to attain, Which is a good thing, because not only ories will always have a shadow over friend. I question the meaning of life and especially for those from below-average would I have been able to test drive one them. Her grandma was also in the car the lessons we are supposed to gain from socioeconomic backgrounds. Well, those otherwise (Yes, I thanked Liviu profusely and she died days later. such sadness. naysayers obviously never met my neigh- and gave him a big bear hug afterward.), We all expect to lose our grandparents I remember something the pastor said bor Liviu. but also because, in times as turbulent as at some point, but not like this. I didn’t at her mom and grandma’s funeral. He Liviu was born in the Eastern these, it’s always good to have tangible understand how such tragic things could said that while we grieve, we must think European nation of Romania, which at proof that the United States is still the happen to her and her family, but I knew of the reason we grieve. We may not the time was under a communist regime. place where, with healthy doses of hard that after so much heartache good things understand why the people we love are In the early 1970s, Liviu was a busboy at work and determination, dreams can had to be on the way. gone, but we have to remember the gift of a restaurant where, one fateful day, he come true. Now, exactly 100 days after her mom love we had. met some Italian tourists. Somehow the died, her dad passed away. I know from my cancer experience, I topic of cars came up, and the tourists On a semi–related note, you may I don’t understand. How can anyone learned to appreciate the moments I get to told him about their homeland’s most recall how, in my last column, I blasted understand? She is a good person and she spend with my family and friends. I am famous automaker, Ferrari. the mainstream media for not covering doesn’t deserve this. No one deserves still learning that lesson everyday. My Having never heard of Ferrari before Audi’s impressive 12 Hours of Sebring this. Too much has been taken from her mom is my biggest supporter and I real- (we’re behind the Iron Curtain, remem- win with a diesel-powered car. Well, you already. ize how lucky I am to have her. ber), Liviu, a gearhead at heart, was can imagine the look on my face when I This is like the storyline of a poorly I am so thankful that I am still here enchanted by the visitors’ tales of the found a March 27 article from the New written movie that no one believes would and I get to raise my beautiful daughter. firm’s history, racing pedigree and exclu- York Times that not only addressed really happen. Each day I get to see her grow is a gift. sivity. The travelers were even kind Audi’s amazing feat, but also gave a con- I wish there was some way I could Life really is so fragile and as sappy as enough to slip him a magazine featuring cise and neutral overview of diesel’s change the channel and laugh with her it seems, we should all live like it’s the Ferraris, an act that was even more future in the U.S. car and light truck mar- about how much this movie would suck if last day we have. You never know, it real- frowned upon by the Romanian govern- ket. it were real. But it is real, and it does ly could be. ment than merely getting friendly with Now call me crazy, but if the largest suck. I got my friend the book “The Five foreigners. and arguably most left-leaning daily She has lost three family members in People You Meet in Heaven.” I thought it A few years later Liviu took advantage newspaper in the country can do a fact- 100 days and there’s nothing I can do to might help her in some way, especially of an opportunity to travel to Italy and, filled and balanced piece on diesels, change that. when I read a quote on the front sleeve. It naturally, made it a point to see a Ferrari doesn’t that make thick-skulled zealots I have never lost anyone I was really said, “All endings are beginnings. We just firsthand. Needless to say, Liviu became like the Union of Concerned Scientists close to. I don’t know what it is like to don’t know it at the time…” an even bigger fan, and resolved that he look a little, I don’t know, stupid? have a relationship end so abruptly. The Well I say, enough already. My friend would someday own a Ferrari. Anyway, I just thought that was food last words you ever say to that person deserves her beginning. Fast forward through the years and we for thought. Bon appétit. really are the last. Angie Gangi, a senior broadcast jour- find Liviu literally being smuggled out of Tom Anderson, a junior journalism You can’t go back and tell them the nalism major, is news editor of the Romania and winding up in America to major, is editorial director of the Campus things you never said or apologize for the Campus Times. She can be reached by e- fulfill his other dream of practicing med- Times. He can be reached by e-mail at things you did. That’s it; there is no more mail at [email protected]. icine. Today Liviu is a highly respected [email protected]. LVLife Page 6L Campus Timesife April 7, 2006 Alehouse serves a side of reggae Live music acts find new home at T. Phillip’s

Jonathan Smith Marley’s classic “Stir It Up,” Staff Writer which featured several different elements of R&B lines with the Many La Verne residents band’s own mixture. consider T. Phillip’s in Old Full Watts never hit a bad Town their local watering hole. note during its set on a recent On Sunday nights, the alehouse Sunday as T. Phillip's faithfuls transforms itself from a bar and continued to blurt out requests. grill into a Caribbean party as “It was very relaxing,” said live reggae acts Full Watts and Adam Doty, University of La Better Chemistry perform to a Verne senior computer science music-loving crowd. major. “It was a great break

‘Sunday night was our slowest night of the week. We brought the bands here and it works.’ —Bryan Reese, T. Phillip’s manager

Free live music acts have from homework.” kicked the T. Phillip’s atmos- Full Watts, one of two alter- Lindsey Gooding phere up a notch, allowing stu- nating line-ups featured in the dents and locals to take a break Sunday live act series, blends T. Phillips, a local bar and grill on D Street in Old decade. Better Chemistry is one of the regulars, from the stress of their week. original material with recogniz- Town La Verne, has live music at 8 p.m. every performing every other Sunday night. Their “Sunday night was our slow- able favorites. Sunday. Ray Green, lead guitar, has been playing sound is a mix of reggae and hip-hop, resembling est night of the week,” said The band members describe with the band Better Chemistry for more than a Sublime and Dave Matthews Band. Bryan Reese, who manages the their music as obscure, with north Orange County to T. Phillips has enjoyed praise “A lot of people come down restaurant located on D Street influences from reggae pioneers Riverside.” for its new Sunday night live and they have a lot of fun,” said off of Bonita. “We brought the Marley, Dennis Brown and oth- T. Phillip’s live music acts music acts from its patrons. Shawn Khardin, a waitress at T. bands here and it works.” ers. have been rocking the alehouse Because of this success, T. Phillip’s. “Sometimes there’s Full Watts had patrons on “This music is all reggae, dif- for about a year. Full Watts, and Phillips has recently added live dancing and a lot of college stu- their feet during the band’s ferent sub-genres, but all reg- Better Chemistry, combine reg- acoustic sessions on Wednesday dents come down. A lot of our entire performance. gae,” the band’s lead vocalist gae and ska elements. nights. regulars enjoy the live acts on The band even managed to Andre Kindread said. “We “Usually the people who Along with customers, Sundays.” receive a standing ovation fol- formed this band mainly to play come here are familiar with employees seem to enjoy and Jonathan Smith can be lowing their rendition of Bob in the Inland Empire...from (reggae) music,” Reese said. welcome the music as well. reached at [email protected]. Fashion Review Leggings bring ’80s styles back to the future Kristen Chocek skull-and- rose-print leggings, which she If you are still hesitant about this body frames. Staff Writer paired under a short denim skirt. trend, be aware that skinny, tapered jeans “I don’t like them,” said junior busi- “I have three pairs,” Coopman said. “I are making a comeback as well. ness marketing major Erin Lariviere. The article of clothing that everyone like them because they are very comfort- All over the runways – from Paris to “They show off a lot of body fat and cel- swore they would never don again is able and they keep me warm. They are L.A. – designers, such as Dolce & lulite on a lot of people that shouldn’t be back: leggings. You know, the ones your making a comeback.” Gabbana and Marc Jacobs, created both wearing them. mom dressed you in with an oversized This trend certainly proves that fash- long and cropped tight-fitting pants, “They are not flattering for the fig- puffy-painted, bedazzled t-shirt and ion comes in cycles. However, designers along with their leggings. ure,” she added. solid-colored Keds. are turning this look into a more sophisti- Ultimately, designers are aiming for a Retailers are hoping this trend will It seems as if all the sudden, leggings cated silhouette this time around. “mushroom look,” which consists of catch on with women of all age groups, are having a fashionable moment – key including the baby-boomer generation. word being moment. Women are suggested to pair opaque “I have been wanting to buy a pair, but ‘I have three pairs. I like them because they are very black leggings with longer coats and I know they are going to go out of style in comfortable and they keep me warm. They are knee-length skirts and still feel fashion- the very near future,” said Alexis making a comeback.’ able, yet covered up. Moreno, a University of La Verne senior Hosiery departments in stores are now psychology and broadcasting major. “It’s —Alyssa Coopman, sophomore broadcasting major skyrocketing in sales. However fashion- been tempting though.” istas are going to have to be careful not to However before you cringe at the In the 1980s, leggings were made of fuller tops and slimmer bottoms. purchase overpriced leggings just to fol- thought of squeezing into leggings simi- cotton, spandex and nylon, which were To achieve this look, designers are cre- low this trend. lar to what you wore in the late-1980s, prone to stretch out, especially in the ating balloon-like blouses and longer “Nordstrom is crazy; they are trying to the new legging is not being worn like a knees. coats to be paired with slimmer bottoms, sell a pair of solid black spandex leggings pant, but rather as a hosiery item. Today, manufacturers have created such as leggings. for $90,” Moreno said. “At Urban Leggings are now being layered under fabrics such as micro-fiber, cashmere and Surprisingly, these silhouettes are ben- Outfitters, you can buy them for like skirts, dresses and even shorts. rayon, which help leggings keep their eficial for women because it camouflages $10.” And this trendy look is slowly making sleek form. their lower half. Leggings have proven to not be so its way onto the ULV campus. For a decade that we criticize for hav- However, spandex is known to be popular with men, especially at ULV. Sophomore broadcasting major Alyssa ing no taste when it came to fashion, we extremely formfitting, and if worn “I don’t like them,” said senior crimi- Coopman recently wore a pair of black are sure taking a lot of tips from it. improperly, it can look wrong on some Continued on page 7 Page 7 LVLLiiffee April 7, 2006 Prospective students say aloha to the University Alexandra Lozano It wasn’t just two people wanting to get (involved), Staff Writer everyone wanted to,” Baccus said. Episodes from Laguna Beach were played in La Prospective students and current University of Fetra Hall to compliment the beach theme. Many La Verne students gathered last Friday in students were satisfied with the activities prior to Davenport for the Spotlight Weekend dance. the dance, such as a panel discussion with current The lunchroom was transformed with a ULV students and skits in the Cabaret Theatre. Hawaiian theme complete with beach balls and “I like the performances they gave in the tents,” beach mats. said Ukiah High School senior Adrienne Foote. “The Luau Beach Party was a different theme Prospective students were able to get a chance than the 2005 dance, which was the Twilight to experience life on a college campus with help Zone,” said April Starkey, chairwoman of the from current ULV students and staff. Special Events committee for the Campus “I kind of get a feel for college life,” Garey Activities Board. High School senior Jackie Guevara said. “Beach mats were placed down for people who “The people are really nice and friendly,” Foote wanted to chill,” said Michelle Baccus, CAB mar- agreed. “I’ve been so impressed with how nice keting chairwoman. “But it really wasn’t used for everybody is.” that, it just created a beachy feel.” Current students were excited to interact with Although some of the prospective students did potential peers. A few also noticed that the high not know any students from different schools, school students were very friendly and outgoing. many were not too shy to ask for a spin on the “The (prospective students) I’ve met were real- dance floor. Students sang along to the songs that ly friendly,” said Kim Wingston, a freshman busi- ULV alumnus and deejay Brian Ortega played ness major who was hosting. “I got along with Kourtney Brumfield throughout the dance. them really well.” Sophomore Tiffany Sigal and Davenport employee David Wilson One factor that made this year’s spotlight week- “This is one more event that shows successful danced the night away at Friday’s Spotlight Weekend luau. The end dance different from past years is that it was cross-programming between departments on cam- luau was part of Spotlight Weekend, an event for perspective high not only advertised to the prospective students but pus,” Starkey said. school students interested in attending the University of La Verne. also to current ULV students. Alexandra Lozano can be reached at Leggings... “I think people were really excited to have fun. [email protected]. Continued from page 6 Phi Sigma Sigma rocks with jocks nology major Jason House. “I trends to flirt with besides leg- don’t think it’s a good look with gings, so have some fun. skirts either. Skirts are made to It’s all about creating a style show off legs not to hide them.” that works best for you – Coopman also agreed. whether that means incorporat- “My boyfriend doesn’t like ing leggings into your wardrobe them,” she said. or not. “He always asks me why I Sophomore liberal studies am wearing them, and what’s and child development major the point,” she added. Rachel Ryan agreed. The legging trend is definite- “If you can pull it off, then ly a look you will see for spring, good for you.” but will probably be skipped by Kristen Chocek can be many. reached at kristenchocek@ However, there are plenty of aol.com. Leggings 101 efore feeling like a fashion victim rather than a trendsetter, here Bare some rules to help you when experimenting with this trend. Rule #1: Find which length works best for you. Leggings come in all different lengths, so make sure you choose a pair that stops at the slimmest part of your calf/ankle. This will give a visual effect of slender legs. Also, if you’re short, leggings may not be the answer. It will only enhance the shortness of your legs. Rule#2: Choose the right shoes. Finding the right pair of shoes will not be hard, since this trend works well with cowboy boots, chunky heels and ballet flats. “I usually wear them with sandals or flats,”Coopman said. The thing to remember is to not wear them with tennis shoes. It will create an ‘80s jogger look within seconds. “They remind me of people working out and wearing fanny packs,” Lariviere said. Rule #3: Always cover your butt. You will never feel comfortable wearing leggings unless you hide Kourtney Brumfield your bum. Spandex is extremely revealing and can also be unflat- University of La Verne sophomore Constance Basketball Game. The Rock ‘n’ Jock basketball tering. So be sure to wear a top that extends below your hips. Mayaki entertains herself while waiting to par- game was a part of an effort to raise money for —Kristen Chocek ticipate in last Tuesday’s Phi Sigma Sigma The National Kidney Foundation. Study abroad... On the Calendar Continued from page 3 establish the National Farm Learning Enhancement Center. Prices for international pro- dents can go to study. Chavez Festival Workers Association, which The responsibilities of prepara- grams vary, with the most “Faculty have to do a lot of The Cesar E. Chavez March tion should not discourage stu- expensive being the program at advance planning to shape visits and Festival will be held from then became United Farm dents from applying to the pro- the British University of in new countries,” Kinzie said. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Workers. beginning at the Pomona Civic gram. Oxford; the price of this pro- “Fortunately, Phil Hofer at the Folk dancers, music, food, “I think an international gram is higher in some part International and Study Abroad Center, which is located at 505 experience to be invaluable, and because of the exchange rate of Center and others at ULV have a S. Garey Ave. in Pomona, and games, activities and speakers something all college students the British pound. On the other lot of experience in helping fac- ending at Philadelphia are all scheduled for the festi- should do,” Burkhart said. hand, Belize and Guatemala ulty design and prepare for such Elementary School at 600 val, which promotes nonvio- “And, as a university, we should have quite reasonable prices for programs.” Philadelphia St. in Pomona. lence, respecting immigrants’ explore ways to make it more any student. Antonio Foncilla can be This free event honors possible for a larger number of There is a long process to reached at boueron_11@hot Chavez, the Mexican- rights and the community. students.” find out places where ULV stu- mail.com. American activist who helped —Tracy Spicer Arts, Page 8 Campus etc...Times April 7, 2006 HAPPENINGS Vaginas get vocal by Katie Hillier Caught Four Handed photography by Jacqueline Petitto and Lindsey Gooding Cynthia Williams will per- Against violence form compositions written for four hands by Schubert, ncontrollable gasps Rachmaninoff and Ravel at and giggles leaped out 8 p.m. today in Founders Uof the audience Wed- Auditorium. nesday night as they experi- General admission is $5 enced a show unlike any other. and students are free. For “The Vagina Monologues” more information call (909) was performed in the Univer- 593-3511 Ext. 4921 or visit sity of La Verne’s Cabaret www.ulv.edu/music. Theatre to a packed house of curious guests who soon One Last Time found out “vagina” is not a dirty word. Cody Smith will per- This play was written by form classical piano pieces award winning playwright his senior recital at 8 p.m. Eve Ensler whose interviews tomorrow in Founders with various women around Auditorium. the world inspired the power- General admission is $5 ful soliloquies showcased that and students are free. For evening. more information call (909) “The message of the play is 593-3511 Ext. 4921, or to normalize issues that visit www.ulv.edu/music. Toya Johnson performs “Little Coochi a series of interviews from women all women have been conditioned Snorcher” as part of Eve Ensler’s “The over the world. Proceeds from the play not to talk about such as your Vagina Monologues” on March 29. will go to the The House of Ruth, a shel- Cedric for vagina and sex,” said Laura Ensler constructed the monologues from ter for battered women in Pomona. Entertainment Alvarado, a graduate student Comedian Cedric the majoring in counseling who performed her “down there’s” and described it as a form selected monologues from the Entertainer will entertain the monologue titled “Because He Liked place where little animals got stuck in original play free of charge. audience members at 8 To Look At It.” her leaky pipes. A suggested donation of $10 per tick- p.m. April 14 and 15 at The Each of the 11 monologues addressed Another woman talked about the et netted a total of $1,504 by the end of Wiltern. Tickets range from an important issue that women all over injustice of dry cotton tampons and the night. $37.50 to $47.50. the world face each day. skintight thongs in the monologue, “My The evening had an overwhelming The Wiltern is located at From genital mutilation and rape to Angry Vagina.” feeling of empowerment; the Cabaret 3790 Wilshire Boulevard in shameful orgasms and the gynecologist, One of the final monologues of the Theatre became a place where vaginas Los Angeles. For more “The Vagina Monologues” gave women evening, “The Women Who Loved to suddenly had their own voice – and they information call (213) 388- a chance to talk about the hidden truths Make Vaginas Happy,” was about an ex- definitely had something to say. 1400 or visit www. that are often directly in front of them. lawyer who found women and their var- In the play vaginas wanted to scream, thewiltern.com. Because of society’s avoidance of ious moans to be much more interesting they wanted to travel and they wanted words like “vagina,” Ensler felt it her than law. freedom. They wanted to say “slow Student Recital mission to name this unappreciated part Between comedic dialogues about down” and “remember me.” of the body, and so she created this play. vaginal woes, an out outgoing chorus They suddenly had their own voice ULV music students will And with a desperate need for an end also enlightened the audience about the and this is what made the evening so hold a recital at 3:30 p.m. to violence against women and girls, this sobering facts on violence against special. April 20 in Founders play gave birth to V-Day, an internation- women. “I would never say these things in real Auditorium. al anti-violence movement. These facts included how a razor or life but I think them, and I feel them and Admission is free. For Pink and white chairs lined the even a piece of glass is sometimes used the anger that is associated is definitely more information, call Cabaret stage as T-shirts bearing phrases in genital mutilation and that 500,000 liberating,” said Brianna Roth, a senior (909) 593-3511 Ext. 4921 like “survivor of rape” and “sexual ori- women in the United States each year theater major who performed “My or visit www. entation” hung from an unassuming are raped. Angry Vagina.” ulv.edu/music. clothesline. “I just love supporting minorities of All the feelings expressed in the Kirsten Ogden directed this play as any kind, so being in this to support monologues are the real feelings of real Fairy Tale Twist part of the University’s second annual women is very uplifting,” said Toya women whom Ensler interviewed. ULV students will per- women’s studies conference, Engender- Johnson, a freshman broadcasting major “The Vagina Monologues” was more form Stephen Sondeim’s ing Diversity and Community. and a performer in “Little Coochi of a celebration of all things about “Into the Woods” at 7:30 The conference was put on this year Snorcher.” women, rather than a series of solilo- p.m April 26 through 29 with the help of the Iota Delta Sorority “Women have vaginas so they are quies. and at 2 p.m. April 29 and to bring the community together to dis- seen as a lesser sex,” she added. It became an overall emotion or 30 in Dailey Theatre. The cuss issues involving gender and diver- One of the monologues called “My moment in time where, just once, a musical is a parody of clas- sity. Vagina Was My Village” had a particu- woman’s “down there’s” became a sic fairy tales, such as Ogden said she wanted to spread the larly chilling effect on the audience. woman’s heart. “Cinderella” and “Jack and whole idea of awareness and raise This was a poem about a girl’s expe- And with some downright edgy per- the Beanstalk.” money for a women’s organization. riences in a Bosnian rape camp and by formances by various students and fac- General admission is She hopes that next year one of the its end the audience realized that the title ulty these moments brought forth $12, faculty and senior citi- sororities will put on its own perform- of the piece was all too realistic. enough emotion to fill the hearts of zens are $10 and children ance of “The Vagina Monologues.” Other monologues included titles women everywhere. and students are $8. That evening all 15 performers crept such as “The Vagina Workshop” and “When you have something you For more information onto the stage and recited their mono- “Hair.” define it; and I think this play is about call (909) 593-3511 Ext. logues with conviction. Because the University was fundrais- getting the definition right about what it 4386 or visit One elderly actress spoke about her ing for the House of Ruth in Pomona – a means to be a woman,” Roth said. www.ulv.edu/arts. vagina as a cellar in the monologue shelter for battered women and children Katie Hillier can be reached at —Matthew Loriso titled “The Flood,” she called her vagina – Ensler allowed the University to per- [email protected]. Page 9 ARTS, etc... April 7, 2006 Audience left howling at Mooney Lauren Zagurski said in an e- Manrique said. “They give me Comedians mail. “It was something that hit the energy on stage.” home for all of us and was The butterflies appeared to lampoon something we could relate to, have been working at full force whether we agreed or not.” that evening, because the audi- LV, students Mooney took many opportu- ence really seemed to appreciate nities to interact with the audi- his act and so did Mooney. ence. “I think it takes a lot of After cracking a joke about courage to get up there and I Matthew Loriso how the students in the balcony think his jokes are funny,” Assistant Editor were probably drinking during Mooney said. “He’s totally the roughly 45 minute perform- headed in the right direction.” Comedian Megan Mooney ance, the students informed her Manrique’s act was followed entered University of La Verne’s that ULV is a dry campus. by a surprise second act. Founders Auditorium March 30, “It’s a dry campus? Well do Eddie Gossling, long time and did not leave until after you have backpacks?” Mooney comic and Mooney’s husband making the audience practically jokingly asked the audience. “I of three years, performed a short roll in the aisles with laughter. just found a loophole.” bit in which he joked about top- Mooney, featured on the Mooney performed comfort- ics that are relevant to college HBO Comedy Arts Festival and ably for the audience of roughly age students, such as the obses- Comedy Central Presents, 100 people. She said that since sive use of Google and text mes- added many aspects from La she was not being filmed, she saging. Verne into her act. could perform without as much Gossling explained why his During the performance she pressure. act is so relevant to the college frequently commented on the She described what it is like atmosphere. unusual look of the ULV tents, performing for a half-hour tele- “Honestly, being a comic is a as well as alumna Roxanne vision special. lot like being a college student, Klein’s Sandy Candy, featured “(I) waited eight years to get except I don’t have classes dur- on the cover of the Summer to that point and you have one ing the day,” he said. “So I can 2005 La Verne magazine. opportunity to shoot the special, sit around and Google and go on “I know the jokes that will so it’s kind of intense.” MySpace all day long…(then) I work in every city, but I like to That tension was possibly go out to the clubs and do my kind of talk about where we very similar to what opening shows about what I did all day.” are,” Mooney said. “The stu- comedian, ULV student Yesel Overall, the show had a dents kind of get into it when “Yak” Manrique felt during his theme that was very pertinent to you poke fun a little at their act. the college atmosphere. campus as long as it’s not “I was really nervous,” Whether it was Mooney crack- mean… It’s nice to add your Manrique said. “Every time ing jokes about the school or own little touch.” feels like the first time.” Gossling’s use of current fads in Students really delved into Before the show began, college culture, the show kept Sergio Sandoval the show. Manrique mentioned the butter- its audience entertained Comedian Megan Mooney, seen on Comedy Central’s “Premium “I really like how she incor- flies in his stomach, and how throughout. Blend” and HBO’s “US Comedy Arts Festival” brought laughter to porated ULV into her jokes,” that affected him. Matthew Loriso can be University of La Verne students with her jokes on marriage and junior business marketing major “I like the butterflies,” reached at [email protected]. alcohol March 30 in Founders Auditorium. Alumna’s many characters empower women Kady Bell geisha doll representative of “Pink Clouds” was original- “I knew she had these won- and yellow band coat before Staff Writer female repression and an unreal- ly organized in honor of derful ideas about language, performing a silent tap dance istic image of beauty. Shenkman’s mother’s journey to women and different ways of with a smile on her face and Transcendence, unrealized Throughout the performance recovery from Breast Cancer, communication,” Ogden said. revealing another theme – the possibilities, Breast Cancer piece, the Kimono Queen strug- and the color pink stood out in Shenkman said she also celebration of life. awareness and self-discovery gled to discover herself and several costumes and props. intended to touch on the concept Overall, the audience seemed were only a few of the themes accept her newfound freedom. Shenkman said her one-woman of “untapped potential” through moved by her one-woman jour- woven throughout “Pink Clouds “Pink Clouds” and “Cosmic show paralleled her mother’s her performance. ney. Over Capricorn meets Cosmic Cupcake Conniption,” original- “one-woman” journey, concen- “I hope they walked away “It was refreshing,” Brianna Cupcake Conniption,” a debut ly two individual performances, trating on rejuvenation. feeling inspired to want more of Roth, a senior theater major, combination of two one-woman separately told the stories of the “You go through this journey themselves and of life,” said. shows put on by performance Kimono Queen and Gaya, the and it breaks you down; you get Shenkman said. “It was simple truth com- artist and University of La goddess of Earth who suffered rid of what’s not important and She characteristically ended bined with art, so it ended up Verne alumna April Hava from abandonment and years of start to hold on to just the core in triumph, taking on the per- being beautiful,” she added. Shenkman March 31 in the neglect. Shenkman said the of what is important,” sona of a circus entertainer by Kady Bell can be reached at Cabaret Theater. The show con- combined show explored the Shenkman said. slipping on a top hat and black [email protected]. cluded the second annual idea that people must first take Shenkman also said she had Engendering Diversity and their own steps toward improve- struggled to combine the two Community conference. ment, realizing their full poten- shows into one while keeping Positions Available - Fall 2006 Multiplicity proved to be tial, before attempting to the ideas and characters present; another theme of the night, as improve the Earth. making the performance a true Learning Enhancement Center offshoot personalities taken “The Earth needs help but we representation of herself. from Shenkman’s own life made must help ourselves first; better- “I had to reinvent the charac- Peer Tutors for all subjects up the unusual characters that ing ourselves spiritually, emo- ters to make them alive to me • GPA 3.0+ transpired onstage. tionally and mentally,” and to make the words I was • Good communication skills “The thing with this type of Shenkman said. speaking three years ago mine • Able to attend trainings work is that it all comes out of Wardrobe and accent today,” Shenkman said. “The • Starting pay $8.75 per hour me, so to call it personalities is changes signified the emergence voices had changed.” the same as saying different of new characters. For example, Shenkman’s performance Center Supervisors feelings, emotions and thoughts as a Cha-cha began and went beyond practical commu- (Federal Work Study) on life,” Shenkman said. “We Shenkman shed her kimono nication, as she conversed in • Computer literate all have many and because it’s a down to a black leotard, old- long sentences of gibberish and • Responsible performance piece, sometimes fashioned pantaloons and tights, impromptu dances rather than it’s easy to put that into charac- pieces of “the clown” material- sensible language. • Customer service skills ters. They each represent differ- ized. Donning a white flowered Kirsten Ogden, assistant pro- ent parts of me.” kimono, she then mastered the fessor of English and a member Pick up applications in the LEC, With stilted movements and presence of a smoker, making of the conference, said a blank stare, followed by rapid the small audience laugh with Shenkman was an important Student Resource Building. blinking, Shenkman first con- jaded, yet witty anecdotes, told addition to the conference for For more information call the LEC at 593-3511, x4342 veyed the Kimono Queen, a in a New York accent. this very reason. SPORTS Page 10 Campus Times April 7, 2006 Bulldogs capture series from Leos Nicole Knight Managing Editor

La Verne’s baseball team could not fool around with Redlands last weekend as the Bulldogs shut out the Leopards 3-0 in a three-game series. Rain on April Fool’s Day cancelled the Leopards’ double- header at Ben Hines Field. The games were re-scheduled for Sunday at the same times, 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Unfortunately, the day change could not help the Leopards defeat Redlands. The Leopards fell to the Bulldogs 8- 1 in game one and tried to fight back but lost again 5-3 in game two. “The biggest thing is the combined attitudes of our team that brought the win together,” Redlands shortstop Chase Beatty said. “No matter what happened everyone kept a level head.” In Sunday’s second game, Kelly Rivas the Leopards started out hopeful In the second inning of the doubleheader last Sunday, first base- Marty had two unassisted outs at first and an assist from the catch- with a 1-0 lead with a run man Jonathan Marty from the University of La Verne tries to fin- er. In the three-game series with Redlands, the Bulldogs went on to earned by third basemen Colby ish the pick-off Ryan Garcia of Redlands. Also in the second inning take all three games 4-0, 8-1 and 5-3. Jamar in the second inning. La Verne held Redlands to the sev- of costly errors,” ULV starting match Redlands’ power pitcher first inning. one game the Leopards would enth inning till Bulldogs’ Beatty pitcher Dustin Bowers said. Patrick Whalen, who threw a Leopard starting pitcher have been on top. and outfielder Kyle Rizzo came “Our offense prides on exe- complete game striking out Mark Simmons went seven After a three-game loss to in with two runs. At the cution on plays and we did a seven Leopards. innings striking out three bat- Redlands and a heart-breaking Leopards turn at bat, the team poor job of that, which is proba- “Redlands’ has good pitching ters. Despite the fairly even loss to Claremont last weekend retaliated with two runs from bly the reason why we loss this and hitting, and they can put the amount of hits from both teams, ending their 11-game winning designated hitter Mike weekend,” Bockstahler said. ball in play,” Head Coach Scott Redlands finished with eight streak, the Leopards will need a Bockstahler and infielder Erik In game one on Sunday, the Winterburn said. “So, we’ll try and La Verne with five, the strong showing to make a cham- Beckman. Bulldogs did not give the to focus on getting on base and Leopards could not complete pionship bid. However, the Leopards’ lead Leopards a chance out hitting pressure on their pitching.” the play for the earned run. “Our running for the champi- was again short lived as the ULV 11-4. La Verne’s losses on Sunday “Energy is really important onship is over unless a miracle Bulldogs secured the win with Redlands secured their runs were previewed by their away for this group,” Winterburn said. happens,” Bockstahler said. three runs, two from an error, in in the third, fourth and fifth game at Redlands last Friday Unfortunately for the Leo- “It’s a big boost for our team the eighth inning from second innings, and scored a staggering when the Bulldogs shut out the pards, a sweep of Redlands beating La Verne because they basemen Tom Ledda, infielder four runs in the eighth inning. Leopards 4-0. would have placed the team in a have such a great reputation and Patrick Crooks and centerfielder Bockstahler scored La Verne’s Redlands took the lead early potential top spot in the they are a team of high Kyle Gardner. sole run off of outfielder Scott with two home runs from sec- Southern California Intercolleg- respects,” Beatty said. “It’s “Our offense could have Marcus’s RBI-single in the ond basemen Jason Sobieski iate Athletic Conference. If emotional a huge win beating a been better and we had a couple fourth inning. ULV could not and infielder Jake Black in the Claremont-Mudd-Scripps lost Continued on page 12 ULV makes a strong appearance at multi-dual Galo Pesantes good enough for second in the called upon. came out victorious once again SCIAC, we need to step up as a Staff Writer event. Overall the men’s track and in the hammer event. team and do events we are not Gilbert also proved to be field team took eighth in the Veronica Andrews continued used to doing,” McLean said. On a damp, cold afternoon in instrumental as the anchorman Claremont Multi-Dual competi- to exert dominance and came “We have a smaller team this Claremont, the University of La in a dramatic win for the 4 x 100 tion, on part of strong showings out victorious in the javelin year compared to last season, Verne men’s track team was -meter relay as La Verne fin- in track and field events. competition in addition to wins but we are still strong enough to able to hold their own and finish ished in first place in the event. “We are still not at full in her last two performances compete and win,” McLean several events in the top of the The win translated into the capacity,” said Elliott, a sprinter including the La Verne invita- added. standings. next event where Gilbert once and javelin athlete. tional. Both teams will now travel to The team entered the event again led a team composed of “Exchanges can always be ULV women competed at a Azusa for their next meet, the going head-to-head against sev- senior Dustin Elliott, juniors worked on and practice makes high level in their performance Meet of Champions. eral schools. Dwayne Griffiths and Melvin perfect so we all need to work to in the 4x100-meter relay. It will be held tomorrow at “It was all basically perfect Ward to a third place finish in be perfect,” he said. A relay team consisting of 11:00 a.m. handoffs during the event,” said the 4 x 400-meter relay. The La Verne women’s track seniors Deonne McLean, The ULV women will look to junior Melvin Ward. University athlete Isaac team also held their Southern Krystle Luckey, Kristine Stokes avenge their runner-up position “We all wanted to win but we Grentzbach finished the ham- California Intercollegiate and freshman Brianna Gonzales in the upcoming meet. wanted to get out there and get mer throw in second place with Athletic Conference multi-dual finished the competition with On the other end, the men’s perfect hand offs throughout the a distance of 135-3. meet on April 1, where they also their best time of the season of team continues to fight to relay,” he said. Other field athletes such as competed on the campus of 49.50. improve and get back in the Junior Darnell Gilbert Dennis Parr and Gabriel Garcia Pomona-Pitzer in Claremont. The season best performance thick of things in conference proved to be the highlight of the also competed in the discus In the field events, the by the relay team provided the play. day as he secured a win in the throws events against several Leopards came in first in the Leopards with their only win on The men and women’s teams 100-meter dash by finishing other schools. hammer, javelin and pole vault the track events. are anticipating improving per- 11.06 seconds against the next Weather conditions were a competitions. Ultimately the women’s team formances with the Meets of closest competitor. major factor for track and field Junior Chelsea Sherier fin- fell short and finished in second Champions through strong per- Gilbert did not end there as athletes throughout the meet as ished on top of the standings in place in the standings during the formances tomorrow. he also competed in 200-meter they were forced to stay warm the pole vault event, while sen- multi-dual competition. Galo Pesantes can be dash finishing in 22.62 seconds, and loose to compete when ior thrower Erica Pemberton “In order for us to win reached at [email protected]. Page 11 SPORTS April 7, 2006 Softball hunts for SCIAC title Commentary Gators, Terps are national champs Freshman Kristi Toliver hit a ‘Madness’ three-pointer at the end of regu- lation to send the game into a 70-70 over-time against Duke lives up to on Tuesday night in Boston. This was Maryland’s sixth its name overtime game of the season. The Terrapins came into the Darnell Gilbert game 5-0 in overtime, with all Staff Writer those wins coming on the road. This time, overtime was This week we saw the 2005- again all Maryland, with the 2006 college basketball season Terrapins allowing only five come to a close with the Florida points and picking up the 78-75 men’s team and the Maryland victory. Terrapins women’s team both Like Florida, many expected winning their first national Duke to demolish Maryland, championships. but the underdog found a way to Monday night, No. 3 Florida prevail once again. Maryland defeated No. 2 UCLA, 76-57, in came out flat in the first half a blowout game in Indianapolis. allowing Duke to reach a double The Gators were led by for- digit lead at halftime. ward Joakim Noah, who domi- Duke did a superb job of nated the paint with 16 points, shutting down Marissa Coleman nine rebounds and six blocks. in the first half, who has been From start to finish, Florida the Terrapins’ spark plug during Rhiannon Mim was more aggressive and physi- the tournament. University of La Verne’s Kelley Silagyi slides Friday. The first ended with a shutout, 1-0, cal than UCLA. The key to the In the second half, Maryland into second base and is out on a fielder’s choice when Bulldog Kolbi Sprague hit a home run in Florida victory was not allow- step up their defense and played by Redlands’ Melanie Hamil. The La Verne the fifth inning, and the second game ended ing UCLA to set up their full with more passion. Leopards lost both games to the Bulldogs last with the score of 6-2. court press, pushing the ball and Even though Coleman was eliminating turnovers. limited on the offense end, she For so long, Florida has been found a way to make her pres- Cleanup... a premier football school, so ence felt snatching 14 rebounds Continued from page 2 winning a national champi- and picking up a big steal in the onship in basketball was the last last 10 minutes. event is an opportunity to make for the common good of one of ization, the group signed up for thing any true basketball fan Coleman was named MOP of a difference in the life of an the University’s surrounding the event. could have predicted. the game, who credited her underprivileged or unmotivated cities. ULV has already shown “We were told about this Many analysts counted out coach timeout speech for her student that has not yet been its full support for the event. event by our adviser, Professor Florida because of UCLA’s change of play. steered toward attending college The up and coming Mu Phi Gratz, and hope that it will be a strong basketball tradition and This year’s March Madness or is unaware of the scholar- Epsilon organization and the springboard for the service part the intimidation of the Bruin has been the best in recent ships or grants that are avail- Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity of our organization and hope it defense. years. We saw top seeds upset able. have already signed up to take will inspire other students to This was the first time in the by mid-major colleges and “To have ULV students inter- part in the event, while many take part in this type of service tournament that UCLA allowed George Mason being the first acting and working alongside others will hopefully jump on opportunity,” Hinohoza said. more than 60 points. Florida mid-major team to reach the students from Pomona high the bandwagon. The Pomona City Cleanup also got big play from Lee Final Four in more than 20 schools is a way to stimulate the “We are a music honor socie- event looks to provide an excel- Humphrey, who scored 15 years. dream of going to college,” ty of about 20 members in the lent opportunity to bring the points and was 4-8 from three- California saw its beloved Gratz said. process of petitioning the school leaders of the city together with point territory. Bruins reache the championship This event is an opportunity for official recognition,” Eva the youth of the city to improve As a team, UCLA could not game for the first time in 10 for ULV students and campus Hinohoza, a Mu Phi Epsilon the quality of living, as well as make a basket shooting 36 per- years since the days of the organizations to provide service member said. the future for these students. cent from the field and 17 per- O’Bannon brothers. for the community and show- Getting a head start on their Kevin Davies can be reached cent from three-point land. Even though UCLA did not case their leadership and unity community service as an organ- at [email protected]. UCLA starters went 20-53 from come out victorious, their the field, their worst shooting appearance in the game made a performance for the whole tour- statement: The West Coast can nament. still play ball. Noah was voted Most Out- Darnell Gilbert can be standing Player of the game, reached at flawlessgee@ making the win even sweeter. yahoo.com.

2335 D Street La Verne (909) 392-8653 LIVE MUSIC Sunday Nights 8-11 Bring your Student I.D. Receive 20% Discount Page 12 SPORTS April 7, 2006 Nontraditional... Men’s tennis falls to Caltech Continued from page 1 here for them from beginning to demic programs and student end.” support services available, and These efforts do not go unno- helps them to develop an indi- ticed by their recipients. vidual educational strategy. “CAPA advisers are always Other schools offer specially there to help us,” said Jessica designed programs and majors Bohatch, a 29-year-old CAPA to support adult students on senior and mother of two. their journey to graduation as Bohatch keeps busy as a well. local grocery store’s supervisor Biola University currently and the mother of a 17-month- has two degree programs for old son and an 8-year-old adults who have completed 50 daughter. But she managed to to 60 transferable units. make time to continue her edu- While Pomona Pitzer cation when she decided to pur- College has had a “New sue her bachelor’s degree in Resources Program” set in place English after graduating from since 1974 to assist post-college Riverside Community College age students. and spending some time at Cal Without programs like these, Poly Pomona. success in an undergraduate set- “My dad used to teach at ting may have been near impos- ULV and I was supposed to go sible for some adult students here straight out of high school, who are dealing with real life but I went elsewhere,” Bohatch issues, such as raising a family. said. “A couple of years ago, I “I can take classes at night or decided to once again look into on the weekends and still work going to ULV and I was told full time; if I were a traditional about the CAPA program from undergrad I probably couldn't the admissions office; after talk- have afforded to take quite as ing to CAPA, I knew this was many classes,” Bohatch said. the school for me.” “That’s the only difficult aspect Monica Freitas, a 42-year- of being a traditional student old CAPA senior and single and it’s why I‘m glad to be in mother of five, also shares the CAPA.” same sentiments. It’s because of students like The flexibility of CAPA is Bohatch and Freitas that con- incredible,” Fretias said. “I can fronting these needs is so criti- take classes and still pick my cal. kids up from school.” “When more and more adults With the load Freitas carries, are going back to college and she needs all the flexibility she starting college at a later age, can get. programs are needed to address Freitas’ hectic schedule those students,” Bohatch said. includes being the single moth- “Why not support a major por- er of 18-year-old twin girls and tion of the population at your three boys, ages 16, 13 and 11. school? It makes sense.” She also works as an aerobics Christine Collier can be instructor and a substitute reached at [email protected]. teacher. I heard that they had night, weekend and accelerated class- Actress... es,” Freitas said. “The program Continued from page 2 Kelly Rivas was perfect for me and where prejudiced parents about It was no joke when the men’s tennis match the team’s “Rudy,” puts all his might into keep- I’m at in my life.” racism. against Caltech was delayed until about 2 p.m. ing the ball in play, coach Steve Bergovoy said. After graduating from Mount When the play ended, Willis due to rain on April Fools’ Day. Kyle Fournier, La Verne lost to Caltech, 6-1. San Antonio College with her spoke directly to the audience associate’s degree, Freitas and audience members shared began looking into Cal State common experiences. Diversity... mix,” Wagoner said. “Different Plans for next year’s confer- Fullerton and Cal Poly Pomona Many were moved by the people are drawn to different ence are starting to unfold, how- Continued from page 1 to finish her bachelor’s degree. piece. types of mediums.” ever Wagoner said that it is still “I never dreamed in a million “The way she used her body next year’s conference. The Women’s, Gender and early to begin any major plan- years that I could go to a private language to involve the audi- On March 30, a roundtable Sexuality Studies Committee ning. college, but I kept hearing 'La ence was wonderful,” said discussion for women of color began in the spring of 2003 with “The committee is still func- Verne, La Verne, La Verne,' Melvin Ward, a theater arts was held to discuss discrimina- the goal of creating an accelerat- tioning because we want to from everyone,” Freitas said. major. tion against women of color. ed program based around the encourage dialogue and conver- CAPA and similar programs “I really enjoyed it. I Later that day, Argentine gender studies. sation,” Wagoner said. aid adult students through their laughed and felt sad at the same author Alicia Steimburg spoke The program was approved “Similar to studying issues of undergraduate experience by time,” said Samantha Toia, a about her book “Argentine by faculty but currently, there is race and ethnicity, it is impor- offering convenient alternatives freshman philosophy major. Identity Today: Immigration no funding for the program. tant to study gender and sexual- to fit the demands of their jam “I felt that this was a very and Latin Experience.” However, it is still functioning ity because they are very intri- packed lives. appropriate piece in that it con- During the remainder of the as a committee and is focusing cate to who we are as a people. “We really have to gear our fronted issues that we deal with conference, a film screening on grant writing as a method of They effect how we understand program guide all of our servic- as a generation even now,” was held and a photo exhibit raising funds while committee the world,” she added. es around their schedules, Adam Evan, freshman theater was open to the community. members work on processing its Valerie Rojas can be reached which is why we offer evening arts major, added. “We wanted to have a great purpose. at [email protected]. classes, weekend classes and Besides being tapped for the online courses,” Ramirez said. ULV conference, Willis’ play “You have to approach edu- was chosen from among hun- Baseball... Winterburn said. “They’ve been they can start strong,” he added. cation so differently when getting better and if the bullpen The Leopards are scheduled dreds of applicants from across Continued from page 10 you’re working with adult stu- the nation to participate in the is strong we have a chance to to host Pomona-Pitzer at 3 p.m. dents because they’re dealing Los Angeles Women's Theatre team that won SCIAC the previ- finish the season strong.” today. with full-time work schedules, Festival. ous season.” The Leopards hope to finish Competition against the children and other responsibili- Willis has also taken “Eenie Only two more teams stand the season with a hard-working Sagehens will continue over the ties,” Ramirez added. Meanie” to the Edinburgh between the Leopards and the game against Pomona. weekend with a doubleheader Cal State Long Beach opted Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, playoffs: Pomona-Pitzer and “We need to play as hard as beginning at 11 a.m. tomorrow to have an “Adult Re-entry Scotland. Cal Lutheran. we can to set a president for the followed by game two at 3:30 Workshop,” which assists stu- Mercedes Bermudez can be “The bullpen needs to get younger guys,” Bockstahler p.m. away at Pomona-Pitzer. dents with admission to the uni- reached at mbermudez@ better, and they are a bright spot said. Nicole Knight can be versity, informs them of the aca- ulv.edu. because they have talent,” “We need to finish strong so reached at [email protected]. The Pulse

April 7, 2006 Your lifeline to local entertainment Issue No. 1

INSIDE THE PULSE Westminster artist ‘charms’ the art world...... Page 3 Corporations profit with smaller labels ...... Page 5 Taking a stroll down memory lane With hundreds of stamps, stickers and craft supplies to choose from, two stores in Claremont have kept the spirit of scrapbooking alive and kicking.

Top left: Open since 1997, From the Heart offers stacks of stickers and a table full of scrapbooking supplies to loyal conessieurs. Top right: From the Heart allows customers to create their own paper figurines, including leaves and animals using the shop’s personal die cut. Bottom left: Rows of silk paper hang from the walls of Stamp Your Heart Out, the sister store of From the Heart, open since 1979. Middle: Shelves of wooden stamps nearly bombard amateur shoppers as they enter Stamp Your Heart Out. Bottom right: An example of a finished scrapbook page on display in From the Heart. Photography on both pages by Reina Santa Cruz

Nila Priyambodo ees, Stamp Your Heart Out derful references when Your Heart Out and From “One woman came into Co-editor not only offers arts and you’re older. You get to see the Heart to flourish. But the store just to be cheered crafts supplies, but it also all the things you’ve experi- Bunte and her employees up,” she said. “We have that Rows and rows of offers classes to its cus- enced when you were attribute their success to effect on people.” stamps, silk papers and tomers. younger.” customer service. Bunte also attributes her journals line the walls. Every Saturday and From the Heart offers “When you come to our success to her knowledge of Tables of ribbons, buttons Sunday, customers can sit columns and columns of stores, it’s all about cus- the arts and crafts world. and pens sit in the middle in on a free demonstration papers and scrapbooks of tomer service,” said Teri Bunte attends at least two of the store. A sign above equipped with all the mate- every theme and color. It Jackson, who has been trade shows per year to look the wall reads one of rials needed to get the proj- also has its own die cut working at Stamp Your for unique items that can Thoreau’s quotes, “The ect finished. machine, which lets cus- Heart Out for more than a complement the items in world is but a canvas to cre- Stamp Your Heart Out, tomers cut papers into dif- year. “We help pick projects her store. ativity.” No, we are not in a the only niche store in the ferent shapes and figures. that everyone can do and “We know our products,” craft lover’s fantasy. We are area that offers free classes, “I like to call this a cook- where all the materials are she said. “We understand in Joan Bunte’s store, Stamp conducts about nine a ie cutter for paper,” said available at their fingertips. what we’re selling. Chain Your Heart Out. stores have employees that Stamp Your Heart Out are not specialists. But we offers supplies to the arts ‘It’s important for us to provide an inspiration for people to are.” and crafts connoisseur get through their projects. You can’t succeed if you are not The employees know the since 1979. products first hand, and “We provide a creative passionate at what you do. It’s only ever about passion. they even joke around say- outlet for people,” said And this is my passion.’ ing they work for paper and Bunte, owner of Stamp Your stamps. Heart Out. —Joan Bunte, owner, Stamp Your Heart Out and From the Heart “We use the money from Originally located in a our paychecks to buy these 470 square feet structure on month, including how to Thelma Diaz, a From the “If we don’t have it, which things,” Diaz said. “The Bonita Avenue in Claremont, make creative greeting Heart employee since its is unlikely, we’ll call other women who work here play Stamp Your Heart Out cards and envelopes and grand opening. stores to see if they carry it,” with our own products.” recently moved to a 1,800 decorate containers and On top of that, customers she added. “Our customers Stamp Your Heart Out square feet shop in down- glassware. can even buy stickers by the are always No. 1.” and From the Heart receive town Claremont’s Harvard With a successful store in yard. Customers, like Emma about four boxes of new Avenue. tow, Bunte decided that she “They have a better selec- Spiro, keep shopping at items each day; items that “The art industry was needed to open up another tion here than most stores I Bunte’s stores for this exact Bunte found at these trade blossoming and so was our store, one that specializes know,” said Claremont resi- reason. shows. store,” said Bunte, who only in scrapbooking. dent and social worker “They make you feel wel- With new products com- had a handful of employees At her convenience, the Martha Selis, who frequent- come,” said Spiro, a math ing in everyday, From the when it first opened. “We shop next door was vacant. ly shops at From the Heart. major at Pomona College. Heart and Stamp Your Heart could no longer accommo- In 1997, Bunte opened From “They even have a better “Her stores have a personal Out have customers that date our customers with the Heart only 10 feet away selection than Michael’s.” feel to them, and they are range in age—from upper such a small store. I took from Stamp Your Heart Out. With bigger arts and always helpful. Their elementary students to col- advantage of the growing “Creating memories is a crafts chain stores like employees make you come lege students to women in trend and industry.” really important concept for Michael’s to compete with, back for more.” their 60s. Now with a bigger space me,” Bunte said. “These it becomes difficult for Jackson even recalled one Stamps and scrapbooking and more than 20 employ- scrapbooks become won- smaller stores like Stamp of her favorite customers. Continued on page 4 Page 2 The Pulse Crafty artist stitches ‘love’ into art Using felt as her primary supply, Suzi Boneshaker creates adorable crafts with a flare for all things spooky.

Valerie Rojas miniature skulls to cozy Co-editor mittens adorned with the faces of cuddly kittens and Wide-eyed skulls. Hot infants’ onesies featuring a pink bows. Blood red cartoon skull that has come rosettes. Vampire Bats. to be Suzi’s signature Kittens wearing eye patch- design, the “Love Charms” es. Whales. Helicopters. line offers more than just a Throw in some embroidery piece of art that will deco- floss and there you have it: rate a person’s living room. “Love Charms,” a creepily Suzi creates art that can cute collection of handmade actually be worn and put to arts and crafts all lovingly practical use in everyday sewn together by wear. Westminster artist Suzi And with prices ranging Emanuele-Manbeck, better from $10 for a barrette or known as Suzi Boneshaker. pin to $55 for an 8”x10” “Love Charms” aren’t piece, Suzi strives to make Westminster resident Suzi Boneshaker spends her week scheduling the workdays of fairy princesses and your average collection of her art affordable for any- masked rodents at Disneyland. But in her spare time she crafts “Love Charms.” One of her earlier projects arts and crafts. Using felt as one who wants a piece. titled “Valentine” sits in a miniature shrine composed of Elvis Presley, Hello Kitty and monster memorabilia. her primary tool and draw- “I like pieces to be afford- as her main inspiration, ating “Love Charms” in On average, Suzi devotes ing on inspiration from the able for those that might among other things. 2004 after she laid her eyes nearly 10 hours per week to seemingly horrific to the not normally collect art,” “Almost everything on a robot pillow a friend her craft although she real- downright rocking ‘n’ she said. inspires me. Music, movies, had made out of felt for a izes she should sacrifice rolling, Suzi, 36, creates Suzi will even create cus- friends. Life, death and gift exchange during a more time, but admits that detailed pieces of three- tom art for customers who everything in between,” Christmas party. is hard to do when the dimensional art that reflect request a certain style of Suzi said. “One of my “I thought, ‘I can do majority of her work week is the more adorable aspects “Love Charm.” favorite movies is Steve that,’” Suzi said. spent as a scheduling assis- of the monster realm. “Requests are challeng- McQueen’s ‘The Blob’ Suzi began doodling with tant at Disneyland. “Think of something a 6 ing. They provoke me to do although I haven’t made any designs and “Love Charms” “I should devote more year old would make, with a something I don’t normally blob pieces yet.” had its start when she creat- time, but I’m kind of lazy,” twisted sense of humor,” do,” Suzi said. “But, if I Once inspired, Suzi jots ed her first piece: a black Suzi said. Suzi said, attempting to don’t think it is appropriate down a doodle of the fantas- and green bat-shaped orna- Laziness aside, Suzi has describe her art to those for my style, I won’t do it.” tic vision she holds in her ment. Since then, Suzi has managed to produce enough who have yet to see it. Suzi’s distinct style is head. She then creates a created an estimated 36 work to be showcased in Suzi may claim that her evident in each of her per- stencil that she will use to pieces. various art shows and craft art is childlike, but in all sonally designed pieces, but trim the felt into the desired “It’s really cool seeing fairs. honesty, her collections are the many sources of inspira- shape necessary. her do this,” Suzi’s hus- Three of her pieces were much more detailed and tion behind her work may The stencil is used to band, Brooks, 37, said. recently on display in a intricate than she gives her- not be as obvious. shape the felt that will then “She’s always wanted to be Sacramento art show titled self credit for: a seamless “Suzi’s art is cool, mod- be used for the main piece, creative and never really “Whales and Helicopters,” culmination of all that ern and a little bit retro all which will later be sewn into followed through with it. and another piece was inspires her, handcrafted at the same time,” said the whole picture; all in all a It’s really cool that now recently featured in a mon- using felt and embroidery Natalie Jean Phelps, a friend process that—depending on she’s following through on ster themed art show in floss and custom made for of Suzi and a collector of the complexity of the piece this and people are really Italy titled “Sono arrivati I art enthusiasts or those who her art. —can take an hour or two to digging it.” mostri,” translation: “The simply have a thing for Tim Burton’s “The complete. Suzi attributes the major- monster arrives to you.” adorable accessories. Nightmare Before Christmas” After the piece has been ity of her success and sales Suzi has plans to partici- From beautiful barrettes and “Jailhouse Rock” star- cut, stuffed and sewn, Suzi to her MySpace, where her pate in upcoming craft fairs and other heart-shaped hair ring Elvis Presley are just mounts the finished prod- art is available for sale: including the infamous accessories decorated with two of the movies Suzi cites uct and frames it using www.myspace.com/lovech Bazaar Bizarre scheduled to revamped picture frames armsbysuzib. invade Los Angeles that she usually purchases “I probably wouldn’t December 2006. at thrift stores. make half the money I have “I have to get myself in Suzi described the cre- if it wasn’t for MySpace,” gear to produce,” Suzi said. ation process in four easy Suzi said. “It may be the “Aside from world domina- steps: “I cut it, sew it, stuff root of evil when it comes to tion, I want to take my art as it, mount it and voilá!” child predators, but far as it can go, without Suzi officially began cre- MySpace is great for me.” going corporate.”
Left: Suzi Boneshaker’s newest tattoo is one she designed herself. The cartoon skull etched onto her calf is found decorating many of her “Love Charms” creations, including hair accessories and onesies. Bottom: Some of Suzi Boneshaker’s most popular creations are hanging ornaments that jazz up any home or office. This earlier piece is a reminder that when it comes to her charms, love is always in the air.

April 7, 2006 Page 3 Legendary musician Ignoring the rock ‘n’ rolls Norcal music of life

1950s icon Chuck Berry continues to dominate the stage, draw an impressive Nila following, thrill a crowd and please fans Priyambodo despite nearing his 80s.

usic is one of the most popular forms of enter- tainment. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the Valerie Rojas or so, the auditorium doors local bands that are hired United States or Europe or Asia or Australia. Co-editor opened, and we were led shortly before the show Music is a big piece of a culture pie. inside. We took our seats date, the local musicians M When children first learn their ABCs, they recite it to a On March 11, a 79-year- and prepared for the accompanying him this beat. When we blow out another candle on our birthday old Chuck Berry strummed assumed awesomeness that evening were actually quite cakes each year, we sing a song. We are handed our diplo- his maroon Gibson 335 gui- would soon unfold. in sync with Berry; the bass mas while the graduation song plays in the background. tar, enticing eager fans to An hour later, it would be player (who happened to be When couples get married, they walk down the aisle to hail his legendary rock ‘n’ over. the only musician flown out the wedding march, and then they dance their first dance roll at the Win River Casino Shortly after we were of St. Louis) withstanding. to their song. And when mothers try to put their babies in Redding, Calif. seated, a dark figure tiptoed After breaking a string in to sleep, they soothe a crying child with the sound of And yours truly was in his way onstage, finding the middle of the short set, their singing voice. attendance. solace behind a stack of Berry calmed the anxious Music becomes a part of our daily lives. We have a When I first got word that amplifiers. If it weren’t for audience by reciting his song for every occasion. this mammoth of a musi- the red sequined shirt glis- own version of slam poetry There are also hundreds of musical genres, from clas- cian was going to be in the tening under the spotlight complete with all the sexual sical to jazz, from new age to rap, from rock to pop, from Golden State, I knew there or the sailor’s cap atop his innuendo you would expect rhythm and blues to country, and then, there is every- was no way I could miss his head, I probably would have from a man with such a sor- thing in between. There are also the hundreds of radio performance. After all, this missed him. did history. stations that play the music every hour of every day. St. Louis resident is not The man made his way Guitar problems fixed, Our society is so mesmerized by music that we have several award shows each year that honor the musicians, like the Country Music Awards, the Billboard Awards, the In between having to cue his bass player American Music Awards and the ever famous Grammys. Consumers buy millions, even billions, of CDs each and keep hold of his guitar as the strap slid off, year. For every band out there, there are thousands of Berry barely managed to hit the halfway mark groupies. And for those not satisfied with just listening to the music, we have music videos that please both our through a number of his hits, either forgetting hearing as well as our sight. Record companies are now releasing musical DVDs that feature an artist’s concert. the lyrics or the right chords. Nowadays when we call someone on her cell phone, we don’t hear a ring. We hear a song. When we get a call on our cell phone, we don’t hear a ring. We hear a song. exactly in his youngest of quickly to the microphone Berry breezed through When we are put on hold during a phone call, we hear a years, and who knows on center stage, and the “Nadine,” “Maybelline,” song. And even when we get in an elevator, we hear a whether I would ever be audience erupted in cheers “School Day” and “Wee Wee song. granted another opportuni- as the first chords of “Roll Hours” as the show pro- It’s obvious that our culture is only one of several that ty to witness Chuck Berry in Over Beethoven” hit our gressed. After an open invi- revolve around a melody. all his glory, live in person. ears. tation to the women in the I, however, do not revolve around music. Music I made the nine-hour I couldn’t believe that the audience to join him revolves around me. Music, for me, has become some- commute, husband in tow, man onstage was really onstage, Berry teased with a thing that just plays in the background. Sometimes, I and was able to catch what I Chuck Berry, let alone that snippet of his infamous don’t even notice it there. thought was going to be one he was a staggering 79 years “Duck walk” before making When I’m at work, my coworkers would leave the radio of the most amazing per- old. Berry wiggled onstage his sly exit offstage. on KROQ. When I’m in my car driving to school, work, formances of my lifetime. just as much as he probably Chants for an encore home or a weekend getaway, I would turn the dial to After arriving at the casi- did back in the late 1950s. erupted throughout the 106.7. But that doesn’t necessarily mean I listen to it. I’m no and weaving through While he managed to auditorium only to be usually too busy talking on the phone or talking to some- mobs of decrepit geezers prance about the stage with turned down as the house- one else to even realize it is on. glued to penny machines, I energy that rivals much lights flickered on. Berry I am often asked what kind of music I listen to, and I finally found the will call younger performers, Berry was nowhere to be seen. often stumble upon an answer. How am I supposed to office. We presented our could hardly finish a major- The intimate evening with answer if I don’t really listen to it? I guess you can say identification cards, asked ity of the songs. In between Berry was over. that I am indifferent; indifferent enough to not be con- when the big show was having to cue his bass play- An 18-hour drive, two cerned if it were taken away from me. going to begin and made er and keep hold of his gui- $45 tickets, $200 spent on But I wasn’t like this before. I was passionate about our way to a very long line tar as the strap slid off, gas and one speeding ticket music, and I’ve even gone through different genres of full of what can only be Berry barely managed to hit later, I had seen the leg- music for my different phases in life. described as a mix of hillbil- the halfway mark through a endary rock ‘n’ roller in per- I used to lip-synch to Debbie Gibson’s “Lost in Your lies and failed musicians. I number of his hits, either son. Eyes” as a 3-year-old, who wore her favorite white cow- knew I was in for an inter- forgetting the lyrics or the Sure, I only heard five boy boots with her favorite blue jeans miniskirt. I signed esting evening. right chords. songs, but was it worth it? up for piano and dance lessons as a child. After waiting around the While Berry is famous for Would I do it again? In a In middle school and high school, I became obsessed
lobby for a good 20 minutes playing with unrehearsed heartbeat. with certain bands like Third Eye Blind, Linkin Park and Hoobastank (before the teeny boppers followed, that is). My heart would beat as fast as a racecar circling the tracks every time I went to a concert. I joined the bands’ Memory... fan clubs and would spend countless amounts of money on the bands’ merchandise. I would go to the music store Continued from page 2 every “New Release Tuesday” to see what latest CD is out. So it often comes to a surprise that I started off being are no longer for grand- opening another store. sion,” she added. “And this obsessed with music at the age of 3 and am now indiffer- mothers and mothers. The However, Bunte sees From is my passion.” ent to music at the age of 20. I am one of the few people trend is moving toward the the Heart and Stamp Your Stamp Your Heart Out who does not own an iPod, even though everyone in my youth. Heart Out continuing to and From the Heart are open family swears to it. I don’t have the urge to go to any “My friends and I love to prosper. from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. more concerts or buy anymore CDs. scrapbook,” said Spiro, a “It’s important for us to Monday through Saturday, Is the lack of time to listen to music and follow my 22-year-old. “Old people provide an inspiration for until 6 p.m. on Friday and favorite bands to blame? Or did I consume too much aren’t the only ones doing people to get through their from noon to 5 p.m. on music growing up, that I cannot soak up anymore? this now.” projects,” Bunte said. “You Sunday. Either way, music is no longer a necessity for me. It is And with annual rev- can’t succeed if you are not For more information no longer the air I breathe. It has become the green, leafy enues increasing each year, passionate at what you do. visit www.stampyour plant in the corner of an office. For me, music is just
Bunte does not see herself “It’s only ever about pas- heart.com.
there.

Page 4 The Pulse Living life Conglomerates go to every beat ‘Indie’ to raise sales

Consumers find fault with big name record Valerie companies using the mask of an Rojas Independent label to lull in unknowing fans, gaining their support and money.

t seems that every time I watch television in the pre- cious few minutes of free time that I can scrounge up during the week, I see commercials for compila- Nila Priyambodo priate. billion in music sales and Itions composed of incredibly cheesy songs from the Co-editor “The name independent $6,857 billion in movie great genre of 1980s hair metal. These commercials are labels should not be han- sales. chock full of horrible love ballad snippets, sappy sere- When Sony Entertainment dled by huge corpo- “The creation of nades, classic concert footage of synchronized perform- merged with Bertelsmann rations,” Tse said. Sony BMG Music ances and all the aqua-net and leather pants one can AG in August 1994 to create “What would be the Entertainment is a stomach. Most people probably ignore these cheese Sony BMG Music point of calling a historic opportuni- fests, turn the channel to something less irritating or Entertainment, 16 record label independent ty for us to build a poke fun at the ever risqué use of the phrase ‘Cherry labels fell under the new when clearly they are new music compa- Pie.’ But me, well, I’m a little different from most people. name, including LaFace owned by huge cor- ny that we believe I don’t just watch these commercials. I soak them in. I Records, Arista, Columbia porations?” can thrive cre- sing along to every song. I drool over Warrant’s lead Records, J Records, Jive Although many atively and finan- singer Jani Lane’s dreamy eyes. Records, Epic Records and might disagree with cially in a highly It’s safe to say that my father is the one to blame. RCA Records. how Sony is doing its challenging world- You see, the music created by these bands, as horri- But Sony not only runs business, some con- wide music mar- ble as it may be, serves as remnants from my childhood. several music labels, Sony sumers like Frank ket,” Sony BMG When I was younger, instead of just watching “David the Pictures Entertainment also Tran, a junior engineering Entertainment Chairman of Gnome” on Nickelodeon every day, I spent my time lis- manages Columbia major at Cal Poly the Board of Directors Rolf tening to Tom Petty, AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses and Motley TriStar Picture Pomona, thinks Schmidt-Holtz said in a Crüe. I thought Nelson was a kick butt band, and that Mr. Group, Sony Sony’s decision is statement. Petty wrote “Free Fallin’” about none other than moi. Pictures Classics, purely good mar- Then there are those who I spent any free time I had glued to a television or TriStar Pictures and keting. do not blame the record radio, enjoying any bit of noise I could get my ears Screen Gems. “It’s all about companies for trying to around. I even carried around a cassette recorder every- However, Sony is money,” Tran said. make money. Kimi Luc, a where I went, which I used to record my own amateur not the only compa- “Most of these junior biology major at UC- radio shows. Yep, I was a total nerd. But who wasn’t ny that owns sever- bands are trying to Irvine, blames the bands for when they were 8 years old? al smaller labels. Warner make it on the big scene, signing with the labels in Not much has changed since those golden years when I had a crush on Vince Neil. Well, maybe some things have changed. Sadly, I no longer spend countless hours listening to ‘They know that large isn’t working so they need to gnarly ‘80s hair bands. I don’t watch MTV for updates on think smaller in order to be successful. They are not Poison or Bon Jovi. And much to my dismay, the tape recorder kicked the bucket long ago. But a few things “hiding behind” the smaller labels. This is just haven’t changed. I still have Tom Petty and Cheap Trick a good business move. It is a great strategy.’ cassettes hidden in the mess that is my car. I still appre- ciate the bands of my youth, and most importantly, I —Jerry Del Colliano, USC Thornton School of Music still live to be wrapped up in music. clinical professor of music industry and recording arts Everywhere I go, I find myself surrounded by music. Most of the in-depth conversations that take place between my husband and me center on new discoveries Music Group also owns and this is the latest music the first place. we find about the musicians we love. smaller music labels, such genre young adults are lis- “I think that bands that Music is more than just the background to my life as Atlantic Records. tening to. Big companies do this have one goal in story. Music is what drives my life story. I love to listen With these recent like Sony know that they mind: to make money,” Luc to music. I love to collect new music. I love the excite- merges, entertainment con- will be raking in the money said. “If those are the means ment of going to shows and seeing the songs that make glomerates are cre- by marketing by which they choose to up most of my listening time come to life. I love being ating smaller labels toward teenagers make money, then that’s surrounded by music on a daily basis. within one label. and college stu- fine by me. However, I Making spur of the moment trips to Hollywood to But it is also with dents. would consider them selling rummage through the treasures at Amoeba Records (the these merges that “Everyone is try- out.” world’s largest independent music store) comprise a consumers are com- ing to make a liv- Merges can be expected great many of my adventures. What can I say? I’m a plaining that big ing, and this is when there is more than one sucker for music. companies are “hid- where the growth company thriving. But even Well, not all music, mind you. I’d take silence over ing behind” smaller of the business will with the merges, record Coldplay any day. labels to sell more be,” he added. sales and movie sales will When it comes to music, I’m quite the picky person. and make more Expert Jerry Del continue to flourish. When asked what I listen to, I don’t hesitate to give a money. Colliano, USC “I think no matter what detailed response complete with band names and “I never actually Thornton School of the reasons are, people will “sounds likes.” Simply saying, “I listen to everything,” is paid attention to the Music clinical professor of continue to buy any music never the correct response when presented with such a labels,” said Vanessa music industry and record- run by any label because of question. And uttering that answer is nothing more than Arrevillaga, a junior graphic ing arts, also believes it is a huge music fans like a cop-out. Sure, you may listen to the smorgasbord that design major at Cal Poly good marketing tool. myself,” Tse said. “If you is any given radio station. You may live to worship what- Pomona. “It’s deceiving for “It’s a smart move on truly like a band or singer’s ever musician was No. 1 on TRL yesterday only to forget people like me who would their part,” Del Colliano music, no matter what label about them when the next big thing rolls into town. You rather listen to indie music. said. “They know they are signed may even be one of the crazies who always snag the lat- I don’t consider it indie if that large isn’t under, a music est volume of “Now that’s what I call music!” whenever it’s under a bigger label like working so they fan will support it is released. Sony. They should be need to think small- them. Sure, you probably are quite the eclectic when it straight forward with their er in order to be “Some people comes to music. But let’s be honest here. You don’t lis- products.” successful. They may become dis- ten to everything. Admit it, there has to be at least one Arrevillaga is not the are not ‘hiding appointed when or two genres that you hate. only music aficionado who behind’ the smaller their favorite If I had my way, people would be more honest about believes Sony’s business labels. This is just a band or singer their musical preferences. Don’t be afraid to let people acts are wrongful. Virginia good business signs with a huge know what you like and what you refuse to listen to. Tse, a senior fashion design move. It is a great record label, but People may get offended but when won’t they? major at Woodbury strategy.” in the end, it is up Maybe it’s easy for me to say. I grew up knowing University, knew that the It is in fact a to the musician to exactly what music I liked and what music reeked. smaller labels were owned great strategy. In the 2005 make music for the art and Luckily for me, things haven’t changed.
by bigger companies, but fiscal year, Sony not solely for profits,” she she still feels it is inappro- Corporation made $2,026 added.
April 7, 2006 Page 5 ‘Stoned’ gives fan ‘no satisfaction’

Nila Priyambodo Christopher Robin once played, the movie focus- ing, the next he was in high school, the next he Co-editor es on Jones’ relationships with the man hired to was in Morocco, and the next he was back in his build his house, Frank Thorogood (played by Sussex home. It was too confusing, and after a When a movie is based in the ‘60s and revolves Paddy Considine); manager Tom Keylock (played while, it was not worth the attempt. around a celebrity or musician, people tend to by David Morrissey); band member Keith Richards With a cast of unknowns, the actors did not think that the movie is going to have the same (played by Ben Whishaw); his love and German resemble any of the characters. It was even hard ingredients used in other stereotypical ‘60s rock actress who later went with Richards, Anita to decipher Richards from his other band mates. ‘n’ roll movies, including sex, drugs and alcohol. Pallenberg (played by Menot Mazur); and his girl- “Stoned” would have also been much more inter- Unfortunately, “Stoned” is your typical ‘60s friend Anna Wohlin (played by Tuva Novotny). esting and entertaining if actual Rolling Stones rock star movie. Clichés, continuous flashbacks, The movie barely showed Jones’ life. It was songs were played throughout the movie. But actors not resembling the real-life characters and overpowered by the constant male and female none was showcased. Instead, director Woolley the lack of music in the movie opted for cover bands and makes it a not worth watching remakes of the songs. And docudrama. even with that, only one Directed by Stephen The movie barely showed Jones’ life. It was Rolling Stones song, “Time is Woolley, “Stoned” is based on on My Side,” managed to the life of Rolling Stones overpowered by the constant male and female nudity, make it onto the big screen. founding member Brian Jones drug use and alcohol abuse.... The first hour and 15 min- (played by Leo Gregory). The utes were slow, eventually movie begins with Jones picking up in the last half- floating dead in his pool. The hour of the movie. There were movie then flashes back to a few humorous one-liners, the last few months leading to Jones’ death after nudity, drug use and alcohol abuse, including but besides that the movie was dull and provided he was fired by the band and replaced by Mick scenes where Jones and Richards are dressed in no amusement. This movie failed to “start me Tyler. an opened robe having a pointless conversation, up.” The docudrama, based on the books “Who where Jones wakes up with two other naked “Stoned” is in limited release in Los Angeles Killed Christopher Robin,” “Paint it Black” and women beside him in bed, and where Jones turns and New York. It is not rated.
“The Murder of Brian Jones,” claims that Jones did to drugs to ease his pain. 1 out of 4 popcorns. not die “by misadventure (or accident),” but was Continuous flashbacks were also one of the in fact murdered. major problems. The scene changed every 10 Taking place in Jones’ Sussex home where A.A. minutes or so, going from one year to the next; Milne created Winnie the Pooh and where the real back and forth. One minute it showed Jones tour- Downtown LV Horoscope Central offers bargains For the months of April and May

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Valerie Rojas other local newspaper for Nila Priyambodo 50 cents. Co-editors Your version of ‘Cheers’ Still hungry after all of Class ended early. You the snacks? Cross the street have two hours until your and head over to Nick’s next educational extrava- Place and get yourself the ganza. And lucky for you, hamburger or cheeseburger your car is in the shop. Pay special. Along with the side day is still a week of fries, the spe- Photography by Reina Santa Cruz away. But fret not, cial will only you found a crisp take away $4.28 $5 bill in your from your wal- back pocket. What let. could you possibly And if you get do in La Verne bored during the with no car and a wait, play some tight budget? pool for free or try out some K for ‘K’onvenience of the arcade games for a One of the most obvious mere 50 cents. places to turn to is the Fudge ‘n’ flowers Aries (Mar. 21-April 20): and the ability for accom- Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21): friendly Circle K, nestled on •Fudge: Craving some From now on your kind- plishment. What does that Others appreciate your the corner of D Street and chocolate? You probably ness will lead you to suc- even mean? expressive qualities…too Third Street. thought that La Verne cess. The next bum you bad your parents don’t There, you will find a Florists only sold flowers give a dollar to will really Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): count. smorgasbord of tasty treats. right? Well you’re wrong. be a millionaire waiting to What said today does not •Thirst Buster: More like Besides getting your loved lavish you with all the always come true tomor- Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20): bladder busters, these 64 ones a dozen of roses, you money you will ever need. row…especially if you are It is much wiser to take oz. 99 cent drinks will keep can get your taste buds a lit- Or…a stranger will smile at a liar. advice than to give it. your whistle wet with tle gift as well. Get you after you hold the And it is even wiser to take change left over. a piece of choco- door open for him. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23): a penny than it is to leave •Chocolate Bars: late fudge for less You will be unusually suc- it. Indulge yourself with than $5, depend- Taurus (April 21-May 21): cessful in business…kiss- a variety of choco- ing on how much Sell your ideas. They have ing other people’s butts. Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19): lates, including Kit- you buy. exceptional merit. Or sell Your dearest wish will Kat- Bars, Hershey’s your reproductive organs. Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23): finally come true…too bad and Crunch bars, 99 So the next They, too, are worth a lot. Good health will be yours it will happen to someone cents for two. time you’re hun- for a long time…too bad else. •Hot Dogs: Hungry gry or looking for Gemini (May 22-June 21): you always jaywalk. for something more something to do, You are surrounded by Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20): filling? Walk on over but you don’t things of luxury. The irony Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22): Your winsome smile will and get a hot dog for only have a car and you only is you are in Nordstrom. You will travel to many be sure protection. 99 cents. have $5, don’t make excus- places in the world…the But when was the last With your goodies in tow, es. Take a walk on D Street Cancer (June 22-July 22): bad news is that you will time a smile shielded a buy yourself a copy of the and indulge in the joys of You have a potential urge be a fugitive. bullet? Los Angeles Times or any being thrifty.
Page 6 The Pulse Presley lives at Mexican restaurant With more than 1,000 pieces of Elvis memorabilia, this Garden Grove eatery pays homage to the King.

Valerie Rojas roundings. But it takes the Co-editor average diner even longer to take in all of the historical There are some restau- goodies affixed to every rants people enjoy because inch of the place. Elvis-relat- the food is incredibly deli- ed memorabilia is every- cious. There are other where. From the average restaurants that offer such collection of framed vintage an inviting atmosphere; T-shirts, movie posters and patrons have no choice but vinyl records that decorate to flock to it. And then there the walls; to special editions are those restaurants that of TV Guide, Elvis inspired are simply too fascinating Barbie dolls, wine bottles to turn away from. and Dia de los Muertos fig- Lucky for us, the Azteca ures of the one and only Mexican Restaurant and its King of rock ‘n’ roll, the adjunct bar known as the Azteca is indeed a treasure A statue of Elvis “The King of rock ‘n’ roll” Presley stands alone overlooking Historical Main street in Crooner’s Lounge, located trove for any Elvis enthusi- Garden Grove. Opened in 1957, Azteca moved in 1980 and debuted Elvis. Hailed as Southern California’s in downtown Garden Grove, ast. It would take many vis- only Elvis restaurant and lounge, the Azteca serves a side of rock ‘n’ roll with its Mexican cuisine. Calif., have it all, so be it a its to even dream of soaking deliciously explosive garlic little on the over indulgent in every inch of Elvis mania. sauce jazzes up any dish side. Next to the saloon style and can be added to salads, Family owned and oper- doors that lead to the tacos, tostados or even ated for more than 50 years, Crooner’s Lounge are a col- steaks by the cooks behind this eatery prides itself as lection of framed cease and the scenes at the Azteca. It’s “So. Cal’s only Elvis restau- desist letters from Elvis even available to purchase rant and lounge” with more Presley Enterprises, for at home use. But consid- than 1,000 pieces of Elvis requesting the immediate er yourself warned: this Presley memorabilia. termination of the use of dressing is powerful stuff, From the outside, the Elvis’ image and likeness. and only true Garlic lovers

From the average collection of framed vintage T-shirts, movie posters and vinyl records that

decorate the walls; to special editions of TV Guide, Top: It’s not one of the friendly servers at Azteca waiting to greet you as you enter, but Elvis Presley himself stands ready to wel- Elvis inspired Barbie dolls...the Azteca is indeed a come you to one of the most enjoyable and treasure trove for any Elvis enthusiast. interesting dining experiences you could ever have. Below: Wall- to-wall Presley mania captures the attention of hungry patrons before they can even sample the food, including the famously explosive Aunt Connie’s Garlic Salad Dressing. Elvis isn’t the building looks seemingly Under the letters one will should give it a go. only Presley featured at this eatery. His daughter Lisa Marie normal, aside from the life- find a reply: How can we With good food and even Presley’s framed albums decorate one corner of the Azteca size replica of Elvis Presley, forget about the King? This better surroundings, what restaurant. Bottom left: As satisfied patrons leave the Azteca circa 1956, that stands is where the King lives— more could a hungry Elvis Restaurant, many stop to admire the collection of Elvis oddities, perched on the balcony just words of Azteca manager fan want? How about a clas- including a miniature replica of Graceland, lunchboxes, playing above the entrance. But J.J. Jauregui. sic car show every Friday cards, ceramic figurines and Elvis Presley coasters hiding inside after entering this quaint lit- Thankfully, the Azteca night and Elvis Karaoke a glass case. Photography by Reina Santa Cruz. tle dining hole, nestled has more than just scenery every Saturday evening? between a slew of antique to keep customers coming The Azteca Mexican shops and delicatessens, back. Its menu offers a sat- Restaurant and Crooner’s it’s obvious that this won’t isfactory selection of tradi- Lounge is definitely worth be your average Mexican tional Mexican cuisine at checking out, if for nothing dining experience. reasonable prices. But of more than saying you’ve It takes a few seconds to course, a place like this has been to the only Elvis- adjust to the darkened light- to offer something with a themed restaurant in ing resulting from the mix little more pizzazz, and Southern California. But of red Christmas tree lights that’s what these folks do lucky for you, this rock ‘n’ that line the walls and the with the food. roll joint has much more on orange and blue lamp- Billed as Aunt Connie’s its plate than simple sou- shades littering the sur- Garlic Salad Dressing, this venirs.

The Pulse is a two-issue senior project edited and written by journalism majors Valerie Rojas and Nila Priyambodo. All photography is by photojournalism major Reina Santa Cruz. This project partially satisfies the requirements of Senior Seminar, Journalism 499. Dr. George Keeler serves as faculty adviser. Opinions expressed are those of Rojas and Priyambodo and do not reflect the Campus Times. The horoscope section was formulated through a ran- dom drawing using a $3 box of fortune cookies. Comments and letters are welcome. Valerie Rojas: [email protected], Nila Priyambodo: npriyambo [email protected] and Reina Santa Cruz: [email protected].

Front cover: It may look like ordinary felt, but once Suzi Boneshaker uses her artistic charm and a pair of sharpened scissors, the simple fabric becomes a wide-eyed skull patch, a new piece to add to her collection. Back Cover: A life-size replica of Elvis Presley may seem out of place anywhere else, but at the Azteca in Garden Grove he is right at home. Cover/Back Cover Photography by Reina Santa Cruz.

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