CAMPUS TIMES DECEMBER 5, 2008 SERVING THE UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE COMMUNITY SINCE 1919 VOL. 117, NO. 12 Evals International Week broadens horizons face updates

Lesley Michaels News/Web Editor

The last assignment students usually have after a busy semester at the University of La Verne is to go online and fill out an evaluation of the course and the teacher. The former assessment com- mittee, now renamed the educa- tional effectiveness committee, is promoting a revised evaluation form for spring 2009, pending Faculty Assembly approval. According to Aghop Der- Karabetian, associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and a committee member, the revised evaluation, now in its third revi- sion, will be modified to include more qualitative, short answer questions. Walter Mansilla Students in the fall semester will still use the old form, The International Festival held in Sneaky Park, Nov. 20, includ- display on Jamaica, her home country. Strachan was joined in which is online through ed displays and desserts made by La Verne students from nations conversation with Takuya Nomura and “Mama” Gloria Aguirre. MyULV, to answer 22 objec- represented by the International Study Abroad Center and the Students were given the chance to show off traditions of their tive rating questions and four International Student Organization. Danielle Strachan offered a home countries. See story on page 7. writing questions. The proposed evaluation includes nine quantitative ques- tions of topics including Former business school dean dies instructional materials, teaching Alex Senyo Pasadena. techniques, learning environ- Verne. Staff Writer In 1967, Ronald Reagan, ment and grading. There will be One of Orr’s priorities for the then the governor of California, four additional resource ques- college was trying to unify the On Thanksgiving day, the appointed Orr as director of the tions that will not be included in faculty, prevent them “from University of La Verne lost a Department of Motor Vehicles. attacking each other” and find- the instructor’s score. valuable and memorable mem- Then, in 1970, Reagan again ing a focus or vision, said the The same type of short ber of its community, Verne appointed him as the state’s president. answer questions will be asked Orr, former dean of the School Director of Finance, a position “I think it was the combina- regarding teacher and course of Business and Global Studies. he held until Reagan left office tion of being a businessman and strengths and weaknesses, Orr, was born in Des Moines, in 1975. a public servant that gave him though more analysis will be Iowa, but called Pasadena home To add to his resume, Orr such great experience for La placed on the responses. after moving there as a child. served on the University of Verne. He was just an amazing- The change will be made to Attending Pomona College California Board of Regents, ly talented person,” Morgan provide better evaluation of the and receiving a master’s degree and then on Reagan’s 1980 said. course and the professor, said in business administration, he presidential campaign and tran- After retiring from ULV, Orr Der-Karabetian. He noted that then enlisted in the Navy after sition team. It was at this time continued his studies, writing a student evaluations have been the attack on Pearl Harbor. Reagan appointed him 180-page dissertation on the B-1 available online for four years, During active duty in the Secretary of the Air Force. bomber that he helped promote which serve for a quicker analy- Verne Orr Pacific, he earned a Purple In this position, Orr was for the Air Force. At the age of sis, as well as a paper-saver. Heart after his quarters on a sup- responsible for restarting the B- Joan, suffering from Lou 88, he received his doctorate A benefit of the electronic ply ship was hit by a torpedo. 1 bomber program, and began Gehrig’s disease, died in 1988. degree. evaluations over the paper hard Orr always described it as “no the inception of the B-52 stealth Orr later married Sarah Smith in “Very seldom are we able to copies is that professors are big deal.” bomber. 1989, after meeting her at a attract someone with so much able to view the result in a On completing his service, Orr also had a lot of help United Way fundraiser. The two experience in different arenas,” quicker period of time. Orr returned to Pasadena to from his first wife of 46 years, opened up a planning and man- Morgan said. “Verne was a per- “I receive the evaluations work for his father’s used car Joan, who would accompany agement consulting firm; Orr son of remarkable talent and within two to three weeks after lot, Verne Orr Motors in him on tours of bases and give began working on his doctorate remarkable energy.” Continued on page 11 back reports about housing, at Claremont Graduate “He was an inspiration to all INSIDE TODAY’S CAMPUS TIMES family services and hospitals. University in the 1990s. of us who had the privilege of In one instance, in Minot, At age 83, he put off his stud- working with him, and we were Hansen lectures on guide N.D., Joan discovered that the ies to become the University of fortunate to have his leadership to college planning...... Page 2 nearest hospital for pregnant La Verne School of Business in our community,” Morgan International Week features women to go to was 25 miles and Global Studies Dean, hold- said. student’s homelands...... Page 7 away, a challenge during harsh ing the position from 1999- A memorial service will be Musicians showcase Beethoven winters. The obvious allevia- 2002. held at 1 p.m. on Sunday at the tion: “We built a hospital in “He could run circles around First United Methodist Church pieces for piano, cello...... Page 8 Minot,” Orr said. He retired people much younger than he in Pasadena. Volleyball team finishes from his Air Force position in was,” said Stephen Morgan, Alex Senyo can be reached at 2nd in the nation...... Page 10 1985. president of the University of La [email protected]. Page 2 NEWS December 5, 2008 Hansen lectures on college guide include. Hansen noted that Prof. helps because of space issues, if any content were added, something had to be deleted. Another chal- with book lenge was working with time- lines. for schools “There are always difficult timelines,” Hansen said. “We are putting together this book Erin Konrad under considerable time con- Editor in Chief straints.” The process also includes Robert Hansen, professor of holding focus groups five times education, has worked tirelessly a year to keep on the pulse of on a career and college planning what students need to know guide for California students more about. and their families. During the One such focus group high- faculty lecture series on Nov. lighted the growing problem 18, Hansen presented his guide that students have with financial to an audience of about 25 peo- literacy. ple at the University of La Several pages describing Verne. money management were added Al Clark, associate vice pres- to the guide. New information is ident of academic affairs, intro- contributed constantly. duced Hansen in the President’s Sections on time manage- Dining Hall. ment, students with disabilities, “Once Dr. Hansen was pro- lesson plans corresponding to moted to professor at the the publication and college arti- University of La Verne, he was cles all go along with supple- offered the chance to go on sab- mental material on a Web site. batical, which is when he “We change the photos in the worked on this book,” Clark documents frequently, so we said. can keep the product fresh,” Clark also described Hansen said. Hansen’s background in educa- The Web site that comple- tion, with a bachelor’s and mas- ments the book, www. ter’s degree from the University schoolguides.org, is updated of San Francisco, and experi- regularly, so that information is ence working in several always current. California school districts. The Web site also allows for Hansen delivered a Power- supplemental information that Point presentation detailing the cannot fit into the print version. process of putting together the Lesson plans, articles, media, college-planning guide. blogs and videos can all be fea- Each slide started off with a tured on the Web site. The site quote that Hansen had one has reached up to 10,500 hits a member of the audience read month. aloud. After the presentation, ques- Hansen described the organi- tions from faculty were zation and funding of the guide, answered. Aghop Der- which is handed out to students Karabetian, associate dean of in the ninth grade in order to the College of Arts and Erin Brockman assist in the planning for their Sciences, wondered whether the four years of high school. guide was sufficient for students Robert Hansen highlights key points from a During this discussion, he talked about bettering “We realized the magnitude with various backgrounds. guide he handed out during his lecture, “Getting the high school academic experience in order to of whom we were trying to “Do culturally different stu- Ready for Life After High School,” on Nov. 18. prepare students for the future. write this to,” Hansen said. The dents still find the book useful?” group writing the guide decided Der-Karabetian said. to gear the book toward stu- Hansen answered that the dents, along with parents, teach- guide and the Web site feature CNN photog speaks at LV ers, paraprofessionals, teachers ethically diverse students. Natalie Veissalov nitaries including President presidential announcement and student counselors. The There were also questions Staff Writer George W. Bush, Cuban leader speech in Springfield, Ill., Sen. estimated audience of the guide raised by Shelley Urbizagast- Fidel Castro and Palestinian Hillary Clinton’s presidential has already reached more than egui, assistant librarian. Capturing the first live shots leader Yasser Arafat. Rust led a announcement speech and one million people. She wondered whether stu- ever televised behind enemy presentation for students and Obama’s victory speech in The writing and producing of dents were given a check up lines during combat in Baghdad, faculty in the Art and Commun- Grant Park in Chicago. the guide is a non-profit endeav- after ninth grade to see whether Iraq is just one of the many ications Building on Nov. 18. In 1999, he finally went to or. Any money made (the books they had been using the guide. accomplishments CNN senior A large group of students and the last continent on his list to sell for $1.25) goes back into At this point, for most of the photojournalist David Rust has faculty came to listen to the visit: Antarctica. He spoke research and development, and Los Angeles Unified School achieved in his career. many interesting anecdotes Rust about the many experiences he the organization is on a cost- District, there are no official Rust, who has worked for had to share about the encoun- had while in the South Pole and recovery basis. follow-ups done after the stu- CNN for 29 years, has covered a ters he has faced as a CNN sen- North Pole, and how, while in One of the hardest parts of dents receive the books. myriad of world events, most ior cameraman. Since he has the South Pole, he got to ride in putting together a cohesive Erin Konrad can be reached recently the presidential elec- covered all the wars dating back a submarine and learned how to guide was knowing what to at [email protected]. tions and the Iraq War, and has to 1993, he had plenty to share. make an igloo – which he slept met various presidents and dig- “He has an interesting per- in while on assignment. WEB EXCLUSIVES spective on all these events,” While riding in the subma- CORRECTIONS Mike Laponis, professor of rine, Rust thought everything The Campus Times Online Edition is communications, said. was OK, until he saw where he updated with new stories every Wednesday The Campus Times is com- Aside from capturing the was bunking. He had a hard evening. mitted to accuracy. When we first live shots behind enemy time breathing and began to Log on to www.ulv.edu/campustimes for make mistakes, however, it is lines, he was also the first and think he was claustrophobic, current stories. our policy to correct them as only one to take aerial shots of until someone asked him if he soon as they are brought to Ground Zero on Sept. 11. had opened the air valve. Rust • ULV's hidden Edmund C. Jaeger our attention. If you find a Some of the events he has answered, “What air valve?” Museum mistake in the Campus Times, covered include the war in Sara- “It was really cool and a lot Posted on Dec. 5 please let us know, by sending jevo, for which he won a nation- of fun,” Rust said. “It was a neat A display in the Mainiero Building exhibits historical artifacts. an e-mail to [email protected]. al Emmy, Barack Obama’s Continued on page 3 Page 3 NEWS December 5, 2008 Community pays tribute to ‘Ort’ “Ort gave us so many oppor- Memorial tunities to do things for the first time,” Leum said. “My life is so much richer because of him.” honors The last to speak in the Ortmayer Stadium was John LV legend Kusleika, a 1990 ULV graduate and high school football coach. “Words cannot be expressed Natalie Veissalov as to how much of an honor it is Staff Writer to speak about a great man,” Kusleika said. He reminisced on Family and friends gathered at the words Ortmayer once told the Ortmayer Stadium and later in team, “We all have a brain, let’s the Sports Science and Athletic use it.” Pavillion to share memories “I will miss him, especially about Roland Ortmayer’s life on in the summer when I am in Nov. 22. Montana with my family, float- Ortmayer, who died Oct. 9, ing a river, and gearing up for was a legendary figure at the football season,” Kusleika said. University of La Verne. The guests were invited into There were about 250 people the Sport Science and Athletic in attendance to honor his life. Pavilion to share even more Many spoke at memories of the event, includ- Ortmayer. ing his daughter, ‘Ort gave us Steve Ort- Corlan Harrison. so many mayer, nephew, Susan Boyer, said although Ort senior minister at opportunities to was his uncle, he the La Verne do things for saw him as a Church of the the first time. My father figure. “He Brethren, was the was an adventur- first to speak. She life is so much ous guy always ended her speech richer because looking for with a prayer. of him.’ something to test “We are here the limits.” to ponder what —Kay Leum, Throughout his legacy means La Verne alumna the memorial for all of us,” service, it was Boyer said. “You mentioned many are all welcomed in this time times how Ortmayer invited and space.” everyone in. ULV President Stephen “He never had a meal with- Erin Brockman Morgan also shared some words out an outsider involved,” Steve “Oh, crum!” These two words were used to Ortmayer could be found everywhere, from the with the audience. “Today, we Ortmayer said. remember Roland Ortmayer on Nov. 22. Not only ice-cream, whipped cream and brownies that he celebrate Ort,” Morgan said. “My parents were so big on were they emblazoned on the backs of bright had asked be served to the guests, to the pennant “He spent more time at La sharing,” Ortmayer’s daughter, orange t-shirts, but they were also heard in many table toppers displaying pictures of Ortmayer Verne than at his own home.” Corlan Harrison, said. “There of the speeches that day. Little touches of throughout his life. Peter Baum, Ortmayer’s were only four of us in the fam- friend and a graduate of ULV, ily, but we owned life jackets shared the many sides of Ort- for all of you guys to come with mayer he encountered. Accor- us.” Rust... ding to Baum, there was a “foot- “People saw themselves Continued from page 2 ball Ort, a philosophical Ort, a reflected in him,” Steve baseball Ort, a caring parent Ortmayer said. assignment.” He has also cov- many items from his various associate’s degree at Pasadena Ort, movie critic Ort and a saint- The end of the memorial ered many storms and hurri- assignments. Collected items City College, he met his wife, ly Ort.” Baum ended his speech service was called “Ort’s girls” canes, including the recent include a baseball bat from the Agnes, a former University of with, “We will miss your physi- and included Ortmayer’s two storm in Galveston, Texas. Los Angeles riots, a cigar from La Verne journalism professor. cal presence, but your spirit will daughters Suzi Bowles and While on his assignments, he when he had dinner with Fidel Rust worked as the director of always be with us.” Corlan Harrison and his grand- has encountered some danger- Castro, various objects signed public relations at the Warren Carter, who played daughters Stacy Stenzel, Erica ous moments. While in Sarajevo by the presidents, cameras he University of La Verne in the basketball for Ortmayer, said that Williams, Kari Bowles and during the active parts of the used and Christiane early 1980s. In 1993, he moved although Ortmayer was his Rayna Harrison. war, there was artillery fire near Amanpour’s laptop computer to Atlanta, where CNN’s main coach, he was really a parent to There was also a PowerPoint his hotel; later, his car rolled from when she covered the first headquarters is located. He was him. “Reputation takes a lifetime tribute to Ortmayer and a bene- over a hillside and he broke a Gulf War. The famous Saddam able to do much more in to earn; however, in just 10 years diction by Boyer. bone. “But we manage to make Hussein statue foot is his, saved Atlanta, including international of being at La Verne, he gained Ortmayer’s youngest grand- it through,” Rust said. in storage in Iraq. stories. “I enjoy it in Atlanta,” that reputation,” Carter said. daughter, Rayna Harrison, However, there is an adrena- Rust that when they travel Rust said. “But I miss the moun- Rex Huigens, professor of wrote and read aloud a speech line rush Rust feels when he with camera equipment they are tains and oceans in California.” movement and sports science about her grandfather. covers all these events. If he had charged $150 per bag. They are He offered advice to students and assistant athletic director, As Corlan gave her speech of to choose another profession, he always trying to think of ways majoring in communications. also shared the experiences he her dad, she explained how it would not be able to because he to travel with less gear in order Rust explained how the industry had with Ort. “I didn’t go to La was impossible to argue with loves what he does. “To me, it is to avoid extra costs. They fly looks for someone who can Verne College, I went to Ort her dad. like going to post-graduate commercial for all assignments. blog, report, shoot and produce. college,” Huigens said. “Ort “After 53 years of marriage, school because I’m always However, if their destination is “Learn as much you can,” always put everyone in front of my parents never argued, not learning,” Rust said. less than six hours away, CNN Rust said. He also explained himself,” Huigens said. “He once,” Harrison said. She ended “Especially, since I love history, rules force him to drive. how the quickness of doing taught me about compassion.” her speech with this, “My dad it is pleasing to be at these his- Rust has worked with CNN’s things and sending the latest Huigens shared a story of was a priceless gem.” torical events.” well-known anchors and news to the viewers is more when a player forgot his shoes “Gems shine brighter when “Having dinner with Fidel reporters including Amanpour, important to CNN than the qual- for the game. Ort asked him what surrounded by diamonds,” was Castro is a once in a lifetime Soledad O’Brien, Anderson ity of work. “The business is size he was. The player told him a metaphor Harrison used to experience,” Rust said. “Being Cooper, Wolf Blitzer, John changing a lot,” Rust said. size 10, and he gave him his explain how all the people who on the Great Wall of China with King and Candy Crowley. “I The next project Rust will be shoes. Ort was left on the side- surrounded Ortmayer in his life President Ronald Reagan made have done a lot of work with covering is the Presidential lines wearing only his socks. made him shine bright. me feel special,” he said. “I just Christiane Amanpour over- inauguration in January. Kay Leum, graduate from Natalie Veissalov can be wanted to take in the moment.” seas,” Rust said. “We have had Natalie Veissalov can be ULV and a friend of the family, reached at natalie.veissalov@ Since Rust travels to so many a lot of close calls.” reached at natalie.veissalov@ spoke at the memorial service. laverne.edu. places in the world, he collects As he was completing his laverne.edu. Page 4 NEWS December 5, 2008 Whitby researches online learning Jaclyn Mittman Arts Editor

Seta Whitby, professor and chairwoman of computer sci- ence and computer engineering, presented her research on how student backgrounds have an effect on virtual learning. The topic brought up ques- tions and doubts by some of the faculty in the audience in the President’s Dining Room on Nov. 25. “There was a good response from the audience,” Whitby said. “When people ask ques- tions, you know they are inter- ested in the subject. I didn’t bore them.” The lecture titled, “The Effect of Student Backgrounds in Virtual Learning – Longi- tudinal Study,” was taken from a chapter in the published book “Setting Knowledge Free: Issues in Informing Science.” Whitby, along with Yehia Mortagy, associate professor of information technology and decision sciences, started researching distance learning in 2001, and how students differ in face-to-face or online classes. “This is a topic that is very well needed, especially since we Christina Worley are moving toward hybrid During a lunch session in the President’s Dining Room on Nov. 25, Longitudinal Study.” Whitby discussed the problems and benefits courses,” Whitby said. Seta B. Whitby, professor of computer science, presented a lecture of virtual learning, and how it will be incorporated into the educa- The research took place over titled, “The Effect of Student Backgrounds in Virtual Learning – tion of future students. 14 semesters and 28 sessions – two classes every fall and spring extensively. the face-to-face class. marital status, family genera- significant debate, and, depend- semester, an online course and a However, all the research “Seta taught the classes and tions in college, academic ing on how it plays out, it will face-to-face course running con- found focused on only one type gathered all of the information, majors, academic standings and have a large effect on education currently with the same instruc- of student and no study used while I collaborated on the grade point averages compared in the United States and around tor. The course used for research experimental designs to look at research,” Mortagy said. to age. the world.” was Management of Informa- all students. When the findings of differ- A Myers-Briggs type inven- Whitby said that she and tion Systems. The groups of students stud- ences over time in achieved tory (a personality test) was Mortagy presented this lecture Whitby gave each class a ied were CAPA, Regional grades were shared, several fac- administered to each student. in Bulgaria and were given an pre-test and a post-test to deter- Campus Administration and tra- ulty members in the audience “The lectures always raise offer to have their research pub- mine any background effects in ditional undergraduate students. raised questions about the infor- interesting and thought provok- lished in a second book. online learning and compared Over the seven years of mation. ing questions,” David Werner, “I listen to the student’s learning outcomes between tra- research, a total of 486 students Further studies were also associate professor of English, needs to cater to them,” Whitby ditional and non-traditional stu- were studied; 258 were conducted. said. said. “This makes me a better dents in online courses. CAPA/RCA students and 228 Included in the research were “This topic is a major ques- teacher.” According to Whitby, the were traditional students. findings in differences with stu- tion in education right now. Jaclyn Mittman can be subject of the effectiveness of Precisely 249 were in the dent type and their age, ethnici- This poses a series of threats to reached at jaclyn.mittman@ online education was studied online course, while 237 were in ty and gender, citizenship and education,” Werner said. “It is a laverne.edu. Commentary Recession raises crime rate

Not only that, but when they realize They might just unbolt your muffler to old boy pulled a knife he brought from that no one is home, they may just take it help them access this item, which will get home on a 6-year-old in the school bath- upon themselves to burglarize your house them a few hundred dollars. room. The 7-year-old wanted the younger USAN and take even more. But wait – if they are doing a really student’s dollar. S Another tactic involves digging special job, they may just saw through It is sad that we have to be on guard all ACKER through trash. Thieves may not be look- whatever they need to in order to get to of the time, but this is the world we live ing for the normal documents you may the catalytic converter. And that may just in. already shred like credit card applications cost you a couple of thousand dollars. When some people get desperate, their and old bills. On the subject of thieves helping morals and ethical compasses seem to They may be looking for receipts. By themselves, and at the risk of sounding disappear, and they are replaced with esperate times call for desperate doing this, they want to find out whether you like a broken record, do not leave gifts in excuses and justifications. measures – the old saying goes. have bought anything that would make your your car. At least take them out of plain So just be aware of your surroundings But does falling on hard times home worth burglarizing. view. Lock them up in your trunk. and take some precautions this holiday call for burglary and theft? According to Make sure to shred all of those That bag from the Apple store or season. If you order packages, have D receipts from the goodies you bought on Macy’s, visible through your car win- someone home to accept them. Beware a growing number of people, yes. Burglars and thieves are getting des- Black Friday. dow, may be too tempting to pass up. where you park. When you purchase perate. They seem to be out in full force Some criminals are also so desperate Also, be aware of what is going on in gifts, put the receipt in a secure location this year, especially this holiday season. for quick cash that they are stealing cop- your neighborhood. or shred it. And if you go shopping, lock One ploy that is rising in popularity is per wire. The burglar may not be the creepy up your purchases in the trunk. following delivery trucks and waiting to And then there are the thieves out man waiting in his car for you to leave I wish you all a happy and safe holiday see whether the packages are left on the there who are taking it upon themselves your house in the morning. season. doorstep of the recipient. When the pack- to do a little holiday dis-repair on cars left It may be that boy riding his bicycle Susan Acker, a senior journalism ages are left, and the deliveryman leaves, in places like parking lots. If your catalyt- down the block. Even children have been major, is managing editor of the Campus thieves are taking advantage and snag- ic converter is even somewhat accessible, getting in on the action. Times. She can be reached by e-mail at ging your boxes. beware. In Florida, on Wednesday, a 7-year- [email protected]. OPINIONS Page 5 Campus Times December 5, 2008 Black Friday brings death, debt

he economy is in the midst last weekend, and that total spending of a recession, yet that did reached an estimated $41 billion; $534 not prevent the ritual million of that was through online knownT as Black Friday from tak- sales. eBay reported that its PayPal ing place last Friday, as con- division had a 34 percent transaction sumers hit the retail outlets to take increase from last year. advantage of the annual day after The most popular products pur- Thanksgiving sales. chased on Black Friday? According to That’s just what this economy PriceGrabber.com, the top five prod- needs to bounce back. More peo- ucts were the Nintendo Wii game con- ple spending money they do not sole, the Ugg Australia “Classic have while burying themselves in Short” boot, the Sony Blu-ray disc more debt. Can we stop it player, the Samsung 52-inch LCD TV already? Have we not learned our and the Nintendo Wii Fit. consumer lesson? We do not claim to be economists, Our society promotes Black and unfortunately no one on our staff Friday as a consumer holiday is a business major; yet, these statistics where items are sold at lower are intriguing. According to the U.S. prices and Christmas shopping Department of Labor and the Bureau begins. The malls are packed, the of Labor Statistics, the unemployment parking lots are bedlam, the rate is at 6.5 percent and has increased streets are flooded and all the by 603,000 from a year ago to raise the retail stores see mobs of people total number to 10.1 million people tearing through aisles of clothes, without a job today. toys and electronics. Jobs are being lost and many busi- Stores are decorated in nesses have implemented contingency Christmas themes, and shoppers plans; yet, consumers are spending get to wait in long lines with holi- more money than they were a year day jingles keeping them content. ago. As great as this sounds, it is not all Only time will tell how our spend- fun and games for some people. ing trends will influence our economy. Just last week, Wal-Mart employee Jdimytai Damour, few different sources but generally represents the same In the meantime, shoppers will continue to flock to stores who was 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighed 270 pounds, thing—a profit. Most retailers lose money throughout the because marketers, advertisers and the media tell them was trampled to death by an estimated 2,000 shoppers year, placing them in the red and eagerly await the they should. who stampeded through the glass doors prior to the Christmas season where profits account for their losses store’s opening in Valley Stream, N.Y. suffered. There is no excuse for this kind of thing to happen. Maybe it was the recent drop in gas prices or the CAMPUS TIMES What has our society come to where a sale in Wal-Mart excitement of a new president, but this year’s Black causes a worker to lose his life? This is nothing more Friday was a success for retailers. The National Retail FALL 2008 than another backhanded benchmark of how our society Foundation published research Tuesday that indicated is evolving into the ruthless, materialistic country we are total spending had increased by 18.5 percent from last Editor in Chief labeled as internationally. year’s day after Thanksgiving sales. The staggering sales Historically, the term Black Friday can be traced to a concluded that consumers spent an average of $372.57 Erin Konrad

Managing Editor ...... SUSAN ACKER News Editor/Web Editor ...... LESLEY MICHAELS Letters to the Editor Editorial Director ...... MADISON STEFF LV Life Editor ...... JENNIFER KITZMANN Arts Editor ...... JACLYN MITTMAN Dear Editor, if you see a cherry red P1800 cruising by, you will give Sports Editor ...... RICHARD LUGO My name is Irv Gordon, owner of the 2.6 (now almost a beep and a wave. Photography Editor ...... LEAH HEAGY 2.7) million mile 1966 (not 1968) Volvo P1800 you men- Thanks for a great story. tion in your recent article (“Time to part ways with the Irv Gordon Reporters ca-VAL-e-ay,” Nov. 21). I just wanted to tell you how East Patchogue, N.Y. VICTORIA FARLOW,ALEX SENYO,JONATHAN SMITH, much I enjoyed reading about your Chevrolet. All those NATALIE VEISSALOV,MARK VIDAL,CHRIS WEEDON events of your life, which have taken place in your car, Dear Editor, and your dependence on it for feeling free and being able I just wanted to make a comment about the article Photographers to go where you want where ever events in your life take “Taking It to the Streets” by Mark Vidal (Nov. 21). I RAFAEL ANGUIANO,STEPHANIE ARELLANES,STEVEN you, are so true. Unfortunately, in my case, I had two think that the Campus Times and actually all media out- BIER,ERIN BROCKMAN,WALTER MANSILLA, brand new Chevrolets way back in the early ‘60s, which lets in general, should stop covering the protests about CHRISTINA WORLEY drove me to buy the Volvo I am still driving. However, I Proposition 8. I think that people who are for gay mar- feel exactly as you regarding my P1800. Just as my riage should get over the fact that Proposition 8 did pass, Advertising Manager ...... 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FROM THE EDITOR... ‘Spring Awakening’ rocks the stage

are used to. The show just finished its run enthusiasts of “Spring Awakening,” sparingly, but they do feel indispensible at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, stemming from a song by the same title in to the show’s edge. Softer songs like but I can’t wait to see it again. the show. “Don’t Do Sadness” and “Blue Wind” RIN This musical is far from your grand- The music, written by Duncan Sheik are appropriate opposites of the more E parent’s musical—no show could be fur- and Steven Sater, ranges from alt-rock to hard-hitting group numbers. KONRAD ther from “Oklahoma” or “The Sound of sweet ballads, and the audience is swept I’ve listened to the CD of the show so Music.” In this play, there are instances along with the character’s dramas and many times that I can pretty much recite of abortion, rape and suicide—not famil- tragedies. When it is time for the actors to all of the lyrics. If you ever see me driv- iar components of musicals, but this show sing, they slyly pull microphones out of ing, seemingly rocking out and singing at has all of the necessary elements to be an their costumes, and belt like there’s no the top of my lungs, chances are I’m lis- very once in a while, a musical amazing tour de force of teenage angst. tomorrow (spoiler alert—there isn’t tening to “Spring Awakening.” I was comes around that I become The show follows a group of adoles- going to be a tomorrow for some unfortu- excited to see the show toward the end of obsessed with. In musicals, life is cents on the cusp of adulthood in late nate characters). This aspect of the show November, and I was not disappointed simpler,E and you know you can always 1800s Germany. Little can be said about lends to the feeling of a guerilla perform- even though I had really high expecta- have a happy ending. My preferred shows the plotline of “Spring Awakening” with- ance; the actors seem like they are tions for the production. There was elec- lately have been “Legally Blonde” and out giving away the story, but the entire singing because they need to express tricity onstage, and the show demonstrat- “Wicked.” They’re simple, fun, and performance goes smoothly, creating tidy themselves, not because of some cheesy ed why it has such a following—the show everything turns out all right in the end. transitions between songs and stretches need to explain obvious events to the made audience members laugh and cry, But now I have a new favorite. “Spring of dialogue. audience. The best songs include updated and not many current theatre productions Awakening” has become my go-to the- I first became aware of the show after versions of the 19th century troubles of have the power do that. I can’t wait for a ater production. The show was based on a hearing fans rave about the New York youth. “My Junk” describes the teenag- new, exciting musical to come out, but play written in 1891 by Frank Wedekind, production. After praising the show for er’s desire and obsession with fellow for now I have a great show to tide me but the show is far from traditional. its inventiveness and shock value, the classmates of the opposite sex, and over. The rock musical, which won the show was crowned the new “Rent.” “Totally F---ked” perfectly illustrates the Erin Konrad, a senior journalism Tony for Best Musical in 2007, has more After buying the soundtrack, I became feeling of hopelessness a lot of young major, is editor in chief of the Campus sex, death and swearing than even a Guilty One. This title is what diehard people feel when faced with the trials of Times. She can be reached by e-mail at today’s extremely provocative audiences fans of the show call fellow passionate growing up. The curse words are not used [email protected]. Do a good deed, help Senior artists display a child in need skill and insight

When possible, the local firefighters, Christy Roberts has put forth a per- usually accompanied by Santa Clause, formance piece that addresses attitudes make a discreet and dignified special by torture and oppression as part of her delivery to deserving children on installation work for the exhibit. The per- JACLYN Christmas day. Established community LEAH formance entails tattooing numbers on MITTMAN and child service organizations identify HEAGY her own body, some of which represent recipients of the donations in advance. the number of victims who died in the Spark of Love also aids families who Holocaust. have recently experienced a sudden cata- Steven Bier’s nature photography strophic loss. shows different aspects of the Louis his holiday season, instead of Donations will also be accepted at any his morning I stood in the middle Robidoux Nature Center. Bier’s work going shopping for the best deals CVS/pharmacy locations. Online dona- of the Harris Gallery and felt a speaks about the environment and what so that you, your friends and your tions can be made on the LAFD Web site. sense of accomplishment as I humankind has done to it by changing family can have the most popular items This program's success relies solely on looked at the Senior Thesis Art and destroying the natural growth of T the goodwill of people, so the program T plants and flowers, which he has person- that stores have to offer, think about those Exhibition that lined the walls around me. who don't have anyone to shop for them. depends on many people to donate in The show is a multiple art exhibit rep- ally witnessed in the nature center he Many children are left empty handed on order for more children to experience the resenting the work of 12 University of La enjoyed so much as a child. Christmas, and all it takes is a simple act joy of receiving a gift on Christmas. If Verne art department students, which Michael Guitierrez is presenting a of giving to fill a child's heart with joy. you would like to donate or want more includes photography, painting, design series of photographs taken on the streets Well, now that I've made you tear up, information, call the LAFD's Spark of and sculpture. of New York. His ideas stem from the put that heart-felt thought to use and help Love hotline at 213-847-3816. As I glanced around, I was reminded chemistry of common life, and how spread happiness this holiday season The McKinley Children’s Center in of what it took to get to this point; how instances build up to a moment in time. because not everyone is fortunate enough San Dimas is having a Toys N’ Joys pro- each piece incorporates the minds of all Guitierrez is interested in these bleak to spend over $26,000 a year on college gram where anyone can help provide a the students through our weekly critiques moments of time and capturing the tuition. joyous holiday for the abused, abandoned and subsequent modifications of thought. dream-like world we live in. There are many local toy drives this and neglected children at this foster My personal piece has really changed Another artist showcased is Brandon month that are accepting new toys, cloth- home. Many of the children at this center throughout the course of this semester, Spiegel, who has produced large works ing and sporting goods for children. No have never celebrated a holiday or known and with the guidance of my fellow art dealing with optics using geometric matter where you live, there is a way for what it is like to receive a gift from some- majors, my metamorphosis from one shapes and the way in which the viewer you to give a donation and help under- one who cares. That someone could be original idea to my final piece demon- perceives these colors and shapes as one. privileged children have a happy holiday you. strates this cooperative approach. Spiegel is a perfectionist, and it shows in experience. McKinlely is accepting new gifts for This exhibit is especially worth seeing his craft. One toy drive is right on our campus, boys such as action figures, mp3 players, because of the range of projects, each Other art included in the exhibit is a so there is no excuse not to make a dona- model cars or gift cards. These items unique and different from the next. multi-panel installation by Jennifer tion. The University of La Verne Campus should not be gift wrapped and can be Jaclyn Dino has put together a mon- Esparza, a series of photographs inspired Activities Board is currently hosting a toy dropped off at the McKinnley Children’s tage of sports photography of La Verne’s by the French filmmaker Jean Luc drive in the residence halls on campus. Center administration office. They are football team, taken throughout the Godard by Eric Almanza, a sculpture of You can donate new unwrapped toys to accepting donations until Dec. 12. For a semester. The piece speaks about the stu- car parts by Greg Estevez and a hanging the drive and all of the donations will be complete list of gifts that are being dent within each of the players. It shows construction made of aluminum can tops sent to children in need. The toy drive accepted, contact Rhonda Beltran at 909- that they are not only a part of the team, by Amri Covarrubias. began Monday and will end Dec. 12. 599-1227, ext. 2104, or Kami Newman at but students working just as hard as any The exhibit will run from Dec. 8-18 in Another great drive, called Spark of ext. 2127. other. the Harris Gallery. A reception will be Love, is put on annually by the Los Spreading the love is what this holiday Nelly Diab has created a series of ink held on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Angeles Fire Department. season should be about. So, please, think designs, which rival mechanical software Come see for yourself the stunning They accept donations of new of the less fortunate. Do a good deed and with her precision and detail. The works works these artists have produced, from unwrapped toys or sporting goods at any help a child in need. reflect both from her Islamic background perception to execution. Southern California fire station. These Jaclyn Mittman, a senior journalism and her own creativity and modernism of Leah Heagy, a senior art major, is gifts should be donated prior to major, is arts editor of the Campus these designs. The black and white works photography editor of the Campus Times. Christmas day so that the children can Times. She can be reached by e-mail at are quite the spectacle, placed alongside She can be reached by e-mail at receive them on Christmas. [email protected]. Chris Arce’s vibrant paintings. [email protected]. LVLife Page 7 LCampus TimesifeDecember 5, 2008 International Week displays the COLORS OF OUR WORLD

Walter Mansilla Christina Worley Christina Worley The International Fashion Show held Nov. 20 at Sneaky Park featured an tional student community through costume and dress. From left: Genesis Ethiopian style dinner. International students and American students Aguirre represents Ecuador, Andrea Lopez represents India, and Eric worked together to display the many countries represented by the interna- Wang displays a traditional Chinese Dragon. by Jennifer Kitzmann adviser, said many of the students at the ing range of desserts and educational attend the event and took much pride in LV Life Editor festival are open to getting to know each material about the conflict and traditions sharing her country with everyone. other. there,” Claudia Chavez, junior criminolo- Rasna Walia, from Punjab, India, and ifteen large flags waved in the light Takuya Nomura, ESL student and gy major, said. is an MBA student, was showing the tra- breeze Nov. 20, representing the English major, is from Japan and was As students stood around laughing, ditional clothing and jewelry worn by countries of students who attend representing his country with pictures of Lorena Salazar, from Mexico City, Indian women. She also showed a neck- Fthe University of La Verne. “The Temple of Silver” and the “Temple served the traditional tapioca dessert of lace with an angel on it and said brides Students from the Inter national of Shining Mercy,” which are prominent Arroz Con Leche. wear it on their wedding day as a tradition Student Organization and Study Abroad landmarks in his city of Kyoto. “It is so great, because we are learning among women in India. Walia also Center were hosting their 18th annual “Many tourists come to my country to so much about each other’s culture and adorned her friends with ornamental jew- International Education Week and festi- visit the temples because they are very supporting each other in this event,” eled body dots – stickers to wear on the val to share their cultures, international historical with the two brothers who built Salazar said. forehead, which are a decoration and food, clothing, music and artwork. them in the 18th century,” Nomura said. She showed pictures of Mexico City fashion statement among many women in As the booths went up, the variety of Nomura also displayed photos of cus- with a beautiful angel on a tall building, India. This ornament is usually worn dur- food dishes heated up filled the air ing wedding ceremonies or for reli- in Sneaky Park with a savoring ‘You can see the happiness on everyone’s faces; how gious meaning. aroma. Offered were a rich variety “I liked the booth with the cus- of international desserts and foods, excited they are to be here to show others who they are, toms and beautiful jewelry from such as garbanzo beans with Indian and where they are from. It was a privilege to be able India the best,” Rebecca Rodriguez, flavors and spices, Cuban black to share it with others.’ sophomore computer science major, beans mixed in an authentic sauce said. IGEREDA ASSA INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FROM THIOPIA and Taiwanese hot chicken soup —S K , E One of the most popular booths with ginseng and Boba tea. was the booth from China. Striking ULV students from around the world – toms and history. He especially noted the in city center. banners hung from a line with names Japan, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, geisha’s clothing, which still exists in Danielle Strachan, from Jamaica, written in black pen with artwork. Jamaica, China, Cuba, India and many Japan. showed her poster board of Jamaica’s Yi-Shan Ciang (Belle) from China others – came together to teach others One of the popular desserts from celebrities, like Bob Marley, famous reg- showed her artwork and wrote people’s about their culture throughout the day. Thailand was gellatin, made with coconut gae singer, and Usain Bolt, 2008 names in Chinese on red paper for every- Later, students represented their coun- milk. “I like to make this dish for every- Olympic gold medalist. “Jamaica is a one to take home with them. “The small try of origin by wearing traditional cloth- one since it is a tradition for us at home,” beautiful place, and, when you visit, the red banners mean lucky and happy,” ing in an International Fashion show. Sarah Ariyakun, MBA graduate student, people are so warm and will embrace Ciang said. Senior MBA major Eric Philip Hofer, director of the said. you,” Strachan said. Wang said that the paper is a tradition on International and Study Abroad Center, Lynn Chang, from Taiwan, is an ESL Sigereda Kassa, freshman business Chinese New Year, and that the banners said that the annual event recognizes for- student. She made her traditional administration major from Ethiopia, said signify happiness. eign exchange students. “We coordinate Taiwanese chicken soup to share. that many names have a meaning, and her Many who participated in the event the event with the English as a second Mohammed Algadhi, ESL student name means Rose. Kassa was giving out said they felt a connection with the stu- language program. International students from Saudi Arabia, showed pictures of delicious roasted barley seeds that are a dents from other countries. At day’s end, successfully come together to make the Khamis Mushayt, his hometown. “The traditional snack in her country. She also the students mingling in Sneaky Park, event happen,” Hofer said. United States is much different here, and showed beautiful clothing that is worn in laughing, exchanging ideas, tasting each Sandra Adams, director of ESL, said there is too much freedom,” Algadhi said. Ethiopia. “It is so great to see everyone others desserts and customs and discover- the event is a great way to integrate stu- After studying English, Algadhi will come together as if it is a gift for every- ing each other cultures continued. It dents from other countries and let them return to his country for civil engineering. one here to be able to show his or her tra- seemed that no one wanted it to end. show others about where they are from. “I really liked the booth from Saudi ditions,” Kassa said. She said she did not Jennifer Kitzmann can be reached at Paige Mateski, international student Arabia because they offered an interest- sleep the night before but was exited to [email protected]. Arts, Page 8 Campus Times December 5, 2008

APPENINGS H by Victoria Farlow Student Recital Sound of Beethoven etc... photography by in Founders The music department is Rafael Anguiano hosting a student recital in fills Founders Founders Auditorium tonight. The performance will begin at 4 p.m. Admission is free.

Theater/ Choir Holiday Play “Oh Holy Night . . . What a Night!” will be performed in Founders Auditorium tonight, Saturday and Sunday. The play will also feature the University Chorale. The performance begins at 7 p.m. each night, and doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be $7 at the door.

West African Drum Concert The ULV West African Drum Ensemble will be performing under the direc- tion of Steve Biondo on Wednesday. The concert will be in Founders Auditorium at 8 p.m. General admission is $5 and is free for students.

Art Exhibit Reception A reception will be held Monday in the Harris Art Gallery for the opening of the Senior Thesis Art Exhibition. This exhibit will feature the work of 12 University of La Verne senior art majors. Guest musicians Timothy Durkovic, pianist, and Paula serves as director of keyboard studies at Long Beach The reception will be Fehrenbach, cellist, came together on the Founders City College. Fehrenbach performs with several orches- from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Auditorium stage to present “The Complete Works for tras, including the Santa Barbara Symphony and the exhibit will be up until Dec. Cello and Piano by Beethoven” on Nov. 21. Durkovic New West Symphony. 18. Refreshments will be served, and admission is he music department welcomed because the untrained listener can under- work for the reasons he composes and free. guest artists Paula Fehrenbach on stand what’s going on. Beethoven clear- fell in love with music. cello and Timothy Durkovic on ly presented the themes, one from “These are some of Beethoven’s ear- Theater pianoT to perform the complete works for Mozart and one Handel, then varied it; liest works and display his distinctly cello and piano by Beethoven, Part I, in plain and simple and easy to follow.” unique use of the forms that he inherited Performance Founders Auditorium Nov. 21. Michael Lopez, music theorist and from Handel and Mozart,” Lopez said. The theater arts depart- These works included Beethoven’s composer from Rancho Cucamonga, Lopez is glad that ULV makes an ment is producing its final Cello Sonata Opus 5, No. 1 in F major was also in attendance. effort of presenting works that are part play of the fall semester (1796), 12 Variations on the theme from “These pieces were a real treat for the of the standard repertoire of music. “Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” Op. 66 students who attended,” Lopez said. “Nearly every Beethoven piece is part Mama’s Hung You in the (1798), 12 Variations on a theme from “The cello sonatas were particularly of the standard repertoire,” Lopez said. Closet and I’m Feeling So Handel’s Oratorio “Judas Maccabeus,” nice. Students should realize that in only Erik Griott, an animator, traveled 40 Sad” by Arthur Kopit. Woo 45 (1796) and Sonata Op. 5, No. 2 his fifth published set of works, miles from San Bernardino to hear the The play will be on Dec. in G minor (1796.) Beethoven stretched and expanded lim- works of Beethoven performed by 11, 12 and 13 at 7:30 p.m. Kristen Uglade, an Upland resident, its of form, limits of the instruments at Fehrenbach and Durkovic. on the main stage in Dailey said she was surprised by her ability to the time and strayed from the expecta- He was so impressed with Durkovic’s Theatre. recognize the themes in each set of vari- tions placed on him from his predeces- piano performance that he purchased the General admission is $5 ations. sors.” available CD “Gargoyles.” and $3 for students. “I enjoyed the theme and variations Lopez enjoyed the guest artist recital The performance was divided into —Jaclyn Mittman pieces,” Uglade said. “Especially largely because he credits Beethoven’s Continued on page 9 Page 9 ARTS, etc... December 5, 2008 dA gallery serves up art on a tray Mark Vidal that served on a tray,” Nancy Staff Writer Padilla, a Glendora resident, said. Awkward or not, one guest Cafeteria trays usually con- placed a bid on it for $20. tain a dish of mystery meat with Some trays had practical a side of carrots and a carton of uses. Four toilet plungers milk. However, some contain pierced each corner of a tray, vaginas too. making it a small corner table. The dA Center for the Arts Occasional “ooh’s” and hosted the “Tray Chic” event, a “ah’s” could be heard as guests fundraiser for itself, at the clos- made their way around the tray- ing reception of its latest exhibi- studded gallery. tion, “Popztlan,” at the Pomona Not all trays were for sale; Arts Colony. some were on display just for Artists from all over Los amusement. One tray had a huge Angeles County united to trans- hole in it and food splattered on form ordinary cafeteria-style the floor below. Other trays had trays into unique masterpieces inscribed notes. Underneath one to be sold at auction. seemingly bare tray read, “The trays we received were “Everything is Beautiful.” amazing, and I really think the Some artists incorporated artists did a great job,” Tiffani photography into their projects. McEwan, dA employee, said. “I was waiting for an oppor- Upon entering the gallery, tunity to put my photographs to trays could be found on the good use,” Margery Epstein, a walls, on the floor and on coun- Los Angeles photographer, said. tertops all throughout the exhib- Her work, entitled, it. Some told stories while oth- “Bukowski’s Lunch: Eating His ers gave mixed messages. Words,” incorporated poetry by Lilli Mulles, artist partici- Charles Bukowski and photo- pant, received laughs and raised graphs she had accumulated eyebrows for her tray project. over the last couple of years. Two arms poked out of a All in black and white, her wall holding a tray with what photos of a waitress in a lonely appeared to be a sculpture of diner complemented excerpts female genitalia accompanied from Bukowski’s poems, which by the phrase, “Bon Appetit.” Epstein described as “stark and “It’s a little awkward seeing Continued on page 11

Stephanie Arellanes Stephanie Arellanes “Tray Chic,” the theme of the night’s event, included pieces from The gallery event “Popztlan” was presented by Nov. 22, centered around the ordinary cafeteria local artists who created a design using a cafeteria tray provided by the dA Center for the Arts from Nov. 8-22. The tray. Father Bill Moore, a Pomona artist, serves the dA Center for the Arts. Father Bill Moore’s piece, titled, event concluded with an exhibition evening on as pastor at the Congregation of Sacred Heart. “Prison Tray” was included in the silent auction. Recital... Continued from page 8

two parts. The second part of Durkovic was born and Beethoven’s works for cello and raised in Guatemala City and piano will be performed in began his piano studies at age 5. February. He graduated from the Fehrenbach is currently a National Conservatory of Music chamber musician, teacher and of Guatemala with highest hon- orchestral musician in Los ors, receiving a bachelor’s Angeles. degree in piano performance at The cellist began her musical age 17. life in Wisconsin and received Durkovic was accepted to degrees from the Peabody Con - the Juilliard School in New servatory and Miami University York and continued his musical in Oxford, Ohio. She was cho- education at Salam College and sen by Lynn Harrell to join his USC. class at the Thornton School of The performer has been Music at the University of heard on NPR and TGNA. His Southern California where she new CD release “Gargoyles” received her doctorate in 1992. has brought him acclaim, and Besides ULV, Fehrenbach can also be heard on the new has performed at REDCAT, the Albany Records release “Sixth Library of Congress, New Species.” York’s Cooper Union and the Victoria Farlow can be Arnold Schoenberg Center in reached at victoria.farlow@ Vienna, Austria. laverne.edu. SPORTS Page 10 Campus Times December 5, 2008 Leopards finish as No. 2 in nation La Verne falls to Emory 3-1

Jonathan Smith Staff Writer

It was the end of the road for the women's volleyball team in the NCAA Division III National Championship finals as the Emory Eagles defeated La Verne, 3-1, in Bloomington, Ill. The loss came after an emo- tional win the day before against the then No. 1 ranked Juniata, also know as the Eagles, 3-2. “That night, we were the bet- ter team,” senior outside hitter Brianna Gonzales said about the Juniata match. “We had to keep fighting, it wasn’t over.” “Juniata was a huge hurdle for the team to defeat the No. 1 team in the nation,” head coach Don Flora said. “We dug a little bit deeper, and we were the bet- ter team that night.” Walter Mansilla La Verne ends the season 27- The women’s volleyball team poses for a team photo on Dec. 1 at Chan. Top Row: Chelsea Sleight, Anna Calmer, Rebecca 3, boasting its best record since their reception outside of the Athletics Pavilion. On Nov. 22 the Villanueva, head coach Don Flora. Karli Fowlkes, assistant coach the 2001 championship season. Leopards finished their season as runner-up for the NCAA DIII Erika Chidester, Nicole Wandler, assistant coach Allison Against Emory in the cham- Championship in Bloomington, Ill.. Front Row: Courtney Boyd, Lawrence, Brandy Barnett, Crista Jones, Amanda Gomez, Ashley pionship match, La Verne Brianna Gonzales, Yesenia Lopez, Samantha McCosh and Mika Morgado and Krista Bader. La Verne’s record was 27-3 overall. played splendidly and almost The Leopards came roaring 25-22. of the set but was able to tie the the Leopards as Juniata capital- error-free in the first game. back after capitalizing on the Gonzales led La Verne with game, 13-13, after a big kill by ized on mistakes to bury La The Leopards led early after Eagles’ errors. 18 kills in her final game as a Gonzales. Verne. a solid kill by Gonzales to make La Verne came within two Leopard. The Eagles then went on a The Leopards tried to rally it 4-1. after an attack error by Emory’s Junior middle blocker Crista two-point run after a kill by back after Jones’ right side Emory came soaring back Dani Huffman. Jones and sophomore outside Juniata’s Erin Albert to make attack broke the Eagles defense, after a kill by the Eagles’ But the Eagles, led by hitter Anna Calmer added 16 the score 15-13. to come within five of Juniata. Amelia McCall to make it 4-3. Huffman, extended their lead to and seven kills, respectively. The Leopards came within Plagued by mistakes, La The Eagles tied the game 19-13, following a kill by For Emory, Huffman proved two points after a decisive kill Verne’s effort of coming back after a blocking error by Crista Huffman. to be the difference maker for by junior middle blocker Ashley ended after a block by the Jones to make it 4-4. Eventually, the Leopards lost the Eagles as she tallied 13 kills. Morgado. Juniata players to end the game, However, that was the clos- the set, 25-17, following a Alexandra Wright added 11 But Juniata was able to 25-13 est the Eagles came to La Verne blocking error by Lopez. kills and helped lift the Eagles broaden its lead too far for the After the Eagles’ game win, in the game after the Leopards In the final game, it seemed to victory. Leopards to catch, as the Eagles the Leopards found themselves were able to go on a seven back against the wall, losing 2- straight scoring run to improve 1. La Verne saw a similar start the score to 15-8 after a kill by ‘We competed; we stayed very poised. I’m proud of our against Juniata in the fourth sophomore outside hitter Anna game, and soon found itself Calmer. competiveness.’ down 5-2 after sophomore “Everything really went our —Don Flora, head coach Chelsea Sleight’s hit went in to way in the first game,” Yesenia the stands. Lopez said. “I never lost confi- La Verne rallied back to tie dence in the team; everyone still the Leopards would pull another “Their middles were a lot won the set 25-20 after a kill by the set 7-7 after a massive block believed.” come-from-behind win in the more consistent this time than in Amber Thomas. by Villanueva. The Leopards increased their fourth after a kill by Jones to the tournament here,” Lopez In the second set, the Points were exchanged back lead to 20-10 after a kill by make it 4-1. said. Leopards came out on fire and and forth, but mistakes proved Gonzales. La Verne eventually Following another attack “She played the game of her on all cylinders as they led 3-1 again costly as the Eagles flew won the game, 25-16, following error by Emory, the Leopards life,” Gonzales said. “She was after a kill by Gonzales. to an 18-14 lead. a kill by Calmer. forced Emory to take a timeout. good.” Juniata was able to come Behind Jones, La Verne ral- But it was to be the lone win The Leopards then widened Jones and Gonzales received within one as the team rallied lied back after a big block by for La Verne for the night. their lead to 8-6, following a all-tournament team recognition behind a kill by Thomas. Jones to make it 19-18. Communication problems dumped kill by Gonzales, set up during the tournament trophy La Verne then went on an The Leopards extended their and miscues were the downfall by Lopez. presentation. eight point run against the late lead to 24-20 after a strong for the Leopards after two La But Emory etched out to tie Both teams were familiar Eagles after a kill by Anna kill by Jones.The Leopards won Verne players missed a dig to with the Leopards, 13-13, after a foes, as Emory and Juniata par- Calmer. the set 25-22. give the Eagles a lead of 6-5. kill by Maggie Baird. ticipated in the La Verne The Eagles’ efforts of a In the tiebreaker game, The The Leopards led again in La Verne led, 20-19, after a Invitational in October. comeback ended as La Verne Leopards led 9-6 after a dumped the match, but were not able to huge kill by Jones, but a service And both teams gave the rallied behind sophomore out- kill by Lopez. The Eagles would overcome their errors as the error by freshman Courtney Leopards their only losses in the side hitter Rebecca Villanueva’s not go out without a fight and Eagles won the game, 25-21, Boyd tied the game, 20-20. regular season. dumped kill to make the score led with match point after a after a kill by McCall. La Verne led again after a La Verne previously lost to 21-15. service error by the Leopards. In game three, the Leopards service ace by Villanueva to Juniata, 3-1, and to Emory, 3-2. It was a different tune for the But Gonzales registered a were again back up against the make it 22-21, but a couple Against Juniata in the semi- Leopards in game three. massive kill to deny the Eagles a wall after an attack error by errors gave the edge to Emory; final match, the Leopards start- La Verne saw its lead shrink chance to advance and tied the Gonzales extended Emory’s then a kill by Baird gave the ed off slowly against the Eagles. after a kill by Albert. score at 14-14. lead to 9-3. Eagles the win with a score of La Verne trailed in the early part Errors proved too costly for Continued on page 12 Page 11 SPORTS December 5, 2008 La Verne starts regular season 3-0 ball up the court and take any ing in the second half,” Holz Undefeated shot it wanted. ULV held PU to said. an ice cold 32 percent shooting “It wasn’t hard to adjust, but from the field in the first half as the game was faster. I thought Leos ready it jumped to a 15-0 lead. La we did really well. We were Verne continued its stingy able to hold them back in the for Menlo defense throughout the game, beginning of course, and they getting eight steals and forcing scored a lot, but as a team I’m 28 turnovers. really excited for the season Richard Lugo The Leopards were hot in the because we’re really good.” Sports Editor first half and maintained a high Along with Holz, senior for- shooting percentage by running ward Trenecca Jones registered They were faster, stronger, on offense and attacking the her first double-double of the deeper, more aggressive and basket. La Verne shot 17 times season with 10 points and 12 more talented than their oppo- from the free throw line in the rebounds. Jones also added nents. first half, converting on nine of three blocks for the Leopards. They were up by as many as its attempts. “It was really good because 53 points late in the fourth quar- Sophomore guard Ashley coming into this game we didn’t ter, and they could have easily Paul shot well from beyond the really know where we were scored in triple figures. arc as she led the Leopards with standing, so winning our first Yes, it was a great afternoon four three-pointers. Paul would game was really good,” Paul to be a Leopard, Nov. 21, as the finish the game with 18 points said. women’s basketball team and three assists. “It was everybody’s first opened its regular season with a “I just kept shooting,” Paul game so there were times where dominant performance against said. “Once I miss, I just keep it was chaotic, but we could Pacific Union, winning, 92-44, shooting and, hopefully, they improve on that and, of course, at Frantz Court. fall. I think everyone con- running our offense,” Holz said. The Leopards continued their tributed really well; Clarissa did “We’ve been working on run- momentum into last weekend’s really well for her first game.” ning a lot. She (Coach Kline) Posada Royale Thanksgiving Offensively, La Verne was wants us to be a running team so Classic, beating Northland, 71- successful in getting the whole we’ve been working on it so it 55, and Chapman, 62-60. team involved as four of its five was good.” With the win, La Verne starters scored more than 10 Last weekend, La Verne remains undefeated at 3-0. points. Junior forward Emily went 2-0 in the Posada Royale “I think it’s just a credit to Carrillo added 19 points and Thanksgiving Classic, beating their preparation for this two steals in the blowout. Northland, 71-55, and upcoming season and the off- A pleasant surprise for the Chapman, 62-60. season,” head coach Julie Kline Leopards was the outstanding Chapman entered the game said. “It’s a credit to their hard play of their freshman forward against La Verne with an 11- work and their determination to Clarissa Holz who finished the game winning streak in the get better, to be better and com- game with 23 points, nine series. pete at the highest level.” rebounds and two assists. The Leopards play again From the opening tip, the “I think the conditioning, tomorrow at Frantz Court Leopards outplayed Pacific compared to how it was in high against Menlo at 5 p.m. Union with menacing defense school, and being in better Richard Lugo can be and aggressive offense that shape helped a lot, and because reached at richard.lugo@ allowed La Verne to push the of that I was able to keep scor- laverne.edu.

Evaluations... Christina Worley Continued from page 1 The women’s basketball team played its first game, Nov. 21, against Pacific Union on Frantz Court. As ULV’s freshman forward students fill them out,” Ernest students, curriculum changes, Junior environmental biolo- Clarissa Holz prepared to shoot during the first period, Pacific Baughman, assistant professor departmental concerns and gy major Aubrey McSweeny Union guards Julie Ford, Carla Bartlett and center Erin Truex try of chemistry, said. overall organization of the said, “If more attention were to block the shot. The Leopards went on to claw the Pioneers, 92- The objective of the evalua- course in the department. brought by the faculty to the 44. Holz led all scorers with 23 points in her collegiate debut. tions is multifaceted. “The facul- The evaluations can also be changes that they have made ty want feedback so they can applied to the University of La regarding previous semesters’ improve their courses and their Verne at large. evaluations, I would be more Trays... teaching,” Der-Karabetian said. “The evaluations provide motivated.” Der-Karabetian said that all accountability,” Der-Karabetian Der-Karabetian said that stu- Continued from page 9 faculty take the matter of evalu- said. “The universal practice is dents should know that filling depressive.” media. A movie theater-like ations very seriously. used for academics, but they are out the evaluations improves “I liked the subjectivity of setup made guests comfortable “The evaluations help me sometimes used for quality con- delivery to the courses, since the black and white and the graphic as they sat and watched graphic because I want to help my stu- trol, especially for new faculty.” evaluations are read by the fac- quality,” Epstein said. art in motion. Three enormous dents,” Baughman said. “I will Though an important tool for ulty’s department chair. While tray masterpieces screens stood side-by-side, each make changes to make my academics, there remain prob- “Students do benefit from the proved to be the main attraction displaying different simulations courses more relevant to student lems with the current evaluation changes the professors make; of the night, “Popztlan” offered of traveling instances and mor- needs.” system. One problem is con- not in the particular course they a variety of abstract paintings, phing scenery. Additionally, evaluations are vincing students to take time to reviewed, but in another course sculptures and out-of-this world “I like this display because an administrative tool, used to fill them out, since they are that was changed from their creations. As guests continued it’s so different,” Padilla said. evaluate the professor’s per- done so at students’ will. peers,” Der-Karabetian said. their journey around the gallery, Among other interesting formance and to determine the “My willingness to fill them “If anything, I fill out the some pieces begged for atten- pieces of art on display was a future of their career. out depends on how strongly I forms so that other students tion more than others. bridge that was once over the “The evaluations are used for feel about the class,” said John don’t have to go through some A pair of arms poked out of a L.A. River. In addition to art, the faculty portfolio during the Skelton, a senior environmental of the crap I have,” Geil said. wall yet again, this time holding guests enjoyed Middle Eastern promotion and tenure process,” biology major. Der-Karabetian suggests that a marionette. “Who’s in hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting. Der-Karabetian said. Senior business major Cindy in order to bring positive Control?” by Armando Peralta Thirty percent of the tray pro- An optional third use of the Geil said, “I am more driven to changes, students should be as features two TV remotes clever- ceeds went to the artists, and 70 evaluations, though infrequent- complete the evaluations when specific as possible in the writ- ly acted as the control bar. percent was donated to the ly used, is for program reviews. I’m struck by something I really ing answers, citing examples – “It looks like the media are gallery to help with the rising “Every five years, the pro- liked about the class or teacher, good and bad. controlling people,” Josue costs of operation. grams are reviewed, and the or something that I did not.” “Take advantage of the Velasquez, gallery volunteer, Trays not sold at the auction learning environment is exam- An improvement that stu- opportunity to change the facul- said as he shared his perception will be available for purchase ined,” Der-Karabetian said. dents would like to see would be ty and administration,” Der- of the five-foot piece of art. throughout December at the dA “Some programs use the evalua- the effects of their feedback. Karabetian said. A glow-in-the dark painting Center, which will celebrate its tions to do content analysis.” “You fill out the evaluations, Lesley Michaels can be lured guests down a flight of 25th anniversary in 2009. The program review process and you never hear about your reached at lesley.michaels@ stairs to a dimly-lit basement Mark Vidal can be reached includes topics such as needs of opinions again,” Skelton said. laverne.edu. filled with art of different at [email protected]. Page 12 SPORTS December 5, 2008 Five Leos earn All-SCIAC honors Chris Weedon defender Angel De Alba. up and be leaders. At the time, something making first team as before. We are a very close Staff Writer Named to the second team were we didn’t know if Gilad would a sophomore. The experience I group; there are no cliques. forward Wesley Lucas, mid- be starting his master’s program had from a year ago really We’re a big family, and, After a successful 2008 cam- fielder Gilad Hoffman and for- and using his final year of eligi- helped, knowing the competi- because of that, we all play bet- paign by the men’s soccer pro- ward Nahavi Mendoza. bility. The one surprise was tion. Making the first team was ter,” De Alba said. gram, the team was rewarded “We lost quite a few starters Nahavi, from the day he showed one of my goals,” Lepe said. “We all played together a lot. with five members being named from a year ago, and we were up, he played well,” head coach “It’s an honor to receive this It was more of a team. I had the to the All-Conference team. wondering who was going to Crescencio Gonzalez said. award in a conference as com- same role, but the team looked Awarded to the first team step up. We knew Hector, “It feels good; I’m happy. I petitive as ours,” De Alba said. to give me the ball more,” Lepe were forward Hector Lepe and Wesley and Angel would step feel like I have accomplished For Lucas, this is his second added. year in a row as a member of the Lucas even went as far as to second team. thank others. “I have to thank “It feels great. It’s my second Angel for this award. Without time on the second team. his help on the defense, I would- Getting this award again n’t be anywhere,” he said. inspires me to be more of a Luckily for the Leopards, leader on the team,” Lucas said. four out of five of these players Hoffman is also a returning are only sophomores and will member to the All-Conference have two more seasons to make team, having been selected to the program successful. the first team in 2006. Hoffman is the odd man out The All-Conference teams and has ended his illustrious La are voted on by the coaches in Verne career after three years on the conference. the team. “It just feels awesome that “We definitely want to have I’m looked at by the other a good recruitment year to com- coaches as one of the top play- pliment those guys. If they ers in league, and I will try to come back, work hard and we encourage the rest of my team come together, our possibilities who hasn’t made all conference are endless. We have a definite to get all conference honors as possibility of winning confer- well next season,” Lucas said. ence next year. It will be our A reoccurring theme among hard work that will get us the team members was that the there,” Gonzalez said. award was a group effort. Christopher Weedon can be “There was something about reached at christopher. our team that I’ve never seen [email protected]. LEOPARD SCOREBOARD AT THE BUZZER

Men’s Basketball, Nov. 25 Azusa Pacific - 79 La Verne - 70

Women’s Basketball, Nov. 30 La Verne - 62 Cal Lutheran - 60

SCHEDULE Christina Worley Wesley Lucas, a sophomore, is a defender for the this season. Lucas was named to the second team men’s soccer team. He, along with four other All–SCIAC both this year and last year. ULV fin- teammates, has earned all-conference honors ished their season with a 10-6-3 overall record. Today Men’s and women’s swimming and diving vs. Volleyball... Pomona-Pitzer at the La Verne Aquatic Center, Continued from page 10 3 p.m. Gonzales answered the call grabbed it.” and 22 digs. Villanueva added again after a kill from the back “At that point you’re just 10 kills for La Verne. row put La Verne up, 16-15. hoping to play clean volley- “They’re the team we wanted Tomorrow Down match point, Juniata’s ball,” Flora said. to play in the semifinals, and it Men’s basketball vs. La Serra at Frantz Court, effort at tying the game failed Flora said that the team serv- was a great match,” Gonzales after Paige Johnston hit the ball ice started off sluggish but said. 7:30 p.m. out of bounds to advance the improved during the match. Gonzales said that the team Leopards to the finals. Also, he said that his middle was not down, even when they “Serving is the point where blockers got more touches late were losing. DID YOU KNOW? you can control the game,” in the match. “We were not going to lose Gonzales said. “Our confidence just grew,” the match,” Gonzales said. The win against Juniata came Flora said after the game. “I Although the Leopards did from La Verne limiting its mis- think it’s an internal thing to not finish as champions, they takes in the final minutes of trust our training; to trust why could be proud of themselves. The University of La Verne women’s play. we believe we are the better “We competed; we stayed volleyball team has been ranked in the “We knew we had nothing to team.” very poised,” Flora said. “I’m lose,” Jones said. “Juniata has Jones tallied 18 kills to lead proud of our competiveness.” Top 10 nationally for nineears in a row. always been a team we have the Leopards. Jonathan Smith can be been after for the past couple of Gonzales finished the match reached at jonathan.smith@ years, so we just went out and with a double-double of 16 kills laverne.edu.