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Ron Paul’s The Coug women A new hookah 4-day forecast | Page 2 attempts to win put up a strong bar opened last Sudoku | Page 2 the Washington fight against USC Friday on Main Classifieds | Page 11 primary were but they could street and looks Crossword | Page 12 unsuccessful. not hold on for to be very Showers the win (at right). successful High 48 | Low 25 | Page 10 | Page 4 | Page 4 Judicial board hears Twitter case Student The ASWSU judicial board met to wins pass judgement on ethical concerns with the upcoming election. national By Patrick Groves Evergreen Staff awards The ASWSU Judicial Board held a hearing on Friday concern- One WSU student has been ing an ASWSU presidential ticket recognized nationally for her and will release their decision later this week. work within Kappa Delta. The hearing was a griev- By Christine Rushton ance case involving presidential Evergreen Staff candidate Joey Pacific and vice presidential candidate Samantha As the president of Hege. Each side had 15 minutes Panhellenic, a philanthropist to plead their case followed by in New Orleans and a success- questions from the judges and a ful WSU student, one Kappa five minute rebuttal. Delta sorority member received The grievance concerned two awards from her sorority’s the misuse of Pacific’s Twitter national chapter this month at a account filed by senior political conference in Atlanta. science major and vice presiden- Elise Van Vuren, a junior tial candidate Derrick Skaug. psychology major and award Skaug said the violation recipient, received the Corre occurred when Pacific switched Anding Stegall Collegiate DAVID HAWBAKER/THE DAILY EVERGREEN his senator Twitter account, Leadership Award, given to which was meant to increase The ASWSU judicial board listens to Bryan Inglin and Brenden Niedermeyer debate their cases about 17 members nationally, and contact with the students he rep- a controversial video used recently in the campaign. the Sara Davies Kravik Sigma resented, to his current presiden- that office is fine. However, if Pacific and Hege used their During the hearing Pacific Tau Scholarship. The national tial Twitter account. Skaug said you convert it to your campaign time to refute each point of the cited the bylaws. He said Twitter chapter bases the honors on the act specifically went against account you’re now reaching out allegation. is not a resource of ASWSU. He high academic performance the code of ethics and misuse of to students to campaign when “I think by the end of this said followers were updated when and exemplary leadership in ASWSU resources. they follow you on the basis of hearing you’ll find this allega- his Twitter account changed and the chapter, campus and com- “Your elected office is a tangi- your connection with ASWSU.” tion is trivial and has no merit,” had the option to stop following munity. ble and intangible resource, being This creates a problem when Pacific said. “I have not violated him. He said each time he has Julie Wendell, the WSU elected to an office and holding ASWSU has retweeted a senator’s any of the ASWSU bylaws and changed his Twitter account it Kappa Delta Chapter Advisory that position,” Skaug said. “So tweets that are now campaign have not breached any of the code Board chair, said she and six to get followers on Twitter using tweets, Skaug said. of ethics of this organization.” See ASWSU Page 3 other alumni nominated Van Vuren because of her strong sense of integrity and achieve- ments. Female speakers highlight equality issues “What you see is definitely what you get with her,” Wendell The annual event featured said. “She holds up the qualities of what every member of the presentations by women from Greek community should strive many different backgrounds. to be.” The applicant pools for By Cappy Spruance these national awards are huge, Evergreen Contributor Wendell said. Van Vuren is well The motto “Be Uplifted. Be deserving of the award because Inspired. Be Empowered” guided she is humble and is a key member of any community in the Week of Women Speakers which she contributes, she said. Feb. 27 through March 2. “It’s just such an honor for Monday’s original presenter, someone to be recognized at a actress Elaine Miles, could not national level from any of the attend due to illness, so assistant schools,” Wendell said. “The professor of American Indian fact that Elise was honored for studies Jeanette Weaskus filled both awards is a huge honor for in. She spoke mainly of her both her and the WSU Kappa struggles attending 17 years of Delta chapter.” college while raising several chil- Van Vuren said volunteer- dren. ing in New Orleans following The Black Women’s Caucus Hurricane Katrina, an activity hosted Luzviminda Carpenter’s recognized by the awards, is presentation on Tuesday. non-profit work she plans to Carpenter graduated from continue. She recruits volun- WSU in 2001 with a bachelor’s teers from both high school degree in English. Carpenter and collegiate communities, has worked with the Ladies DAVID HAWBAKER/THE DAILY EVERGREEN but the best experience she First Program and created the The Black Women's Caucus presented Luzviminda Carpenter who presented an interactive workshop had occurred last Spring Break Women Who Rock conference. with a volunteer from the crowd for the week of women presentations last Tuesday night in Todd Hall. when she took her sorority She currently works in social ser- down to New Orleans. vices in Seattle. women who made an impact on psychology major. “She spells creates, performs and organizes “Doing hard labor empow- “I’ve been very humbled as a society, then place their names women with a ‘y’ to take the man performances that represent and ered the women of my sorority community organizer,” she said. on a timeline in the back of the out of it. She’s empowering.” empower marginalized voices to realize that they really can Carpenter had a more inter- room. She also had audience On Wednesday, writer and nationally and internationally. do anything,” Van Vuren said. “New Orleans just has a vibrant active presentation than the members write down common performer Yadira De La Riva Thursday’s speaker was stereotypes of homosexuals, performed her thesis monologue Shared Hope International spirit about it. They don’t care other presenters. what your past is, they are just “I don’t do lectures,” African Americans and women. “One Journey: Stitching Stories founder Linda Smith. Her “(Carpenter) is a youth and Across the Mexican ‘American’ book, “Renting Lacy: A Story of glad that you are coming back.” Carpenter said. “I do community Working on Panhellenic has women’s advocate,” said Brittney Border.” De La Riva recently America’s Prostituted Children,” workshops.” taught her to understand the She asked the audience Rogers, Coalition for Women obtained her master’s degree to think of African American Students chair and senior from New York University. She See WOMEN Page 3 See GREEK Page 3

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“Like” The Daily Evergreen on Facebook to follow all the latest news, sports, reviews and editorials. Evergreen. NEWS Monday, March 5, 2012 3 ASWSU | Continued from page 1 GREEK | Continued from page 1 has been for the purpose of stay- They can retweet whatever they Bowman said the Judicial Jordan Casey, a senior appar- ing in contact with his supporters. want.” Board’s responsibility is to inter- el merchandising and textiles Pacific said he had nothing to In a phone call to The pret the bylaws they looked at major, said as Van Vuren’s “big do with the ASWSU retweeting Daily Evergreen, Chief Justice and apply that interpretation to sister” in the Kappa Delta soror- other than he was notified that it Brynnea Bowman commented the situation. ity, she knows Van Vuren puts had occurred. on the deliberation process of the “After we went through the everyone she meets before her- A member of the Judicial Judicial Board. bylaws we decided on which self. Even though Casey is sup- Board questioned Pacific if he “During the deliberation pro- specific sections were broken and posed to be her mentor, Casey had done anything after learning cess we looked at the evidence we came to a unanimous decision said she feels Van Vuren is more about the ASWSU retweets. that was presented from Skaug and we ruled on the case,” she of a mentor to her and has made “At the time, no, because the and Pacific during both their said. her a better person. ASWSU is a public account so, rebuttal period and period to Bowman said she has been “I think her future is incred- no, anyone can retweet me,” state their case,” Bowman said. working on a formal response ibly bright, and she is going Pacific said, “and I don’t have say “Afterward we looked into a released no later than the end of to be able to do whatever she over the ASWSU Twitter account. couple of bylaws.” the week. wants,” Casey said. “She is going to be someone you read about because she can do whatever she WOMEN | Continued from page 1 sets her mind to.” Van Vuren said she hopes is named after a girl who was Kim was almost 11, her mother middle of nowhere but study? SARAH SHANNON/THE DAILY EVERGREEN to start her own business in the sold into prostitution when she passed away from lung cancer. College … was transformative.” Junior psychology major Elise future to continue her innova- was young. “My mother broke down,” Kim imparted some lessons Van Vuren sits in her Kappa tion and to support leadership According to Smith’s book, Kim said of a moment they she has learned throughout life. Delta Sorority's formal lounge in environments like Greek Shared Hope International was shared the month before her “If someone messes up at Sunday. communities. Her own sorority founded in November of 1998 to mother’s death. “She couldn’t work my natural instinct is to big picture of helping balance has allowed her to grow to be fight sex trafficking and commer- stop the cancer and there was no apologize for the situation,” she student relations, interactions her own open and quirky self, cial sexual exploitation, and to other parent to take care of her said. “It’s a natural instinct in and perspectives, Van Vuren she said. serve the long-term restoration kids.” women to be humble, self-depre- said. The people on the council “I’ve really enjoyed my soror- ity because the women in it are needs of women and children in Kim said adversity happens cating and play the mediator in of sororities and fraternities are so authentic,” Van Vuren said. crisis. all the time and people learn society. These aren’t bad qualities passionate and opinionated, Smith said the average age in from it. pushing her to grow and be cre- “They have that excited cha- in themselves, but we can’t take risma about them, and whatever the United States for girls to be “It’s not a question of if and on all the problems in the world.” ative, she said. “It has been interesting to see they do, the women in my chap- trafficked is 13. Las Vegas has the when you’ll experience adver- She also said it took her a long largest child market in the U.S. how we can pull the best from ter do it with their whole heart. sity,” she said. “The experience time to realize she was competent Her presentation was hosted forces you to grow up … adversity students and administration,” They aren’t afraid to be who in her line of work. by the YWCA of WSU. To makes us stronger than we real- Van Vuren said. they are.” “(At first), I exaggerated my learn more about Shared Hope ize at the time. The struggle itself inner confidence,” she said, International, visit www.shared- (is) important. I wouldn’t give up hope.org. that struggle for anything.” emphasizing that she did not lie, On Friday, Hyeok Kim, Kim described herself as a but simply projected confidence The Daily Evergreen is the presenter hosted by the slacker in junior high and high even when she did not feel it. Association of Pacific and Asian school. She feels lucky that she “When all else fails, just fake it.” Women, spoke about her role as got a four-year scholarship to Kim currently works on hiring! Stop by Murrow a contributor to the Asian and Hobart and William Smith President Barack Obama’s Pacific Islander community. Colleges in Geneva, NY, because Advisory Commission on Asian Kim’s family, originally from college was her biggest growing Americans and Pacific Islanders East 122 to pick up an Korea, moved to Federal Way, in experience. to improve those groups’ access the 1980s after her father died. “The first year was very to federal programs. Her mother worked as a night bumpy,” she said, referencing her To learn more about the application. janitor in order to support Kim culture shock and homesickness. commission, visit www.aapi. and her two older sisters. When “But what else can you do in the gov. sports & life 4 Monday, March 5, 2012 Cougs fall to the Trojans New hookah lounge opens on Main

Nomad‘s is planning to hold Hassan said the hookah events such as karaoke night, served at Nomad’s is the best in its class. poetry slams and game nights. “All hookah flavors are inter- nationally imported from the By Austin Jasienski finest selection in the Middle Evergreen Staff East,” said co-owner Ahmed Rodol. Smoke swirled through the The hookah hoses are also air as Nomad’s Hookah Lounge dipped in an ice bath before hosted its grand opening Friday serving, said Brittany Dyess, a night in downtown Pullman. junior communication major Co-owner Hassan Hassan who helped promote and run said the new hookah lounge is the opening. She said this gives the first of its kind in Pullman. a cooling effect on the throat “I’ve come to Pullman while smoking. many times,” he said. “I had A $5 membership fee pro- other college towns I could go vides customers with inexpen- to and market in but I chose sive hookah for the rest of the Pullman because there is no year. It is $15 for traditional other true hookah lounge here hookah and $20 for “above the and (Nomad’s) is a true hookah shelf” hookah. lounge.” “I want to keep our prices Hassan prides himself low,” Hassan said. “It’s much in owning one of the largest cheaper than the market price.” hookah bars in the state of The lounge is also equipped DAVID HAWBAKER/THE DAILY EVERGREEN Washington. It is two stories with free wireless Internet WSU senior guard Jazmine Perkins dribbles past a USC defender during the Senior Night game tall and holds more than fifty so WSU students can come Saturday in Beasley Coliseum. chairs and couches. A large to Nomad’s and relax during dance floor is centered in the weekdays. It was a close game all the way Next the Trojans headed to the 17:04 the Cougars brought the middle of the lounge, which “We want it to be a chill, through, but the Cougs could free throw line, where they used Trojan lead down to just two holds a DJ booth that plays a relaxed atmosphere during the their success their to spark a 15-6 points. However, a foul allowed mixture of music from Drake week where people can study,” not hold on as they lost to USC. run against WSU. USC to widen the gap to four to a traditional Mediterranean Rodol said. “Then more of a At 10:41 remaining in the first points with two successful free blend. party atmosphere during the By Patrick Groves half, a three point shot made by throws. Surrounding the dance floor weekends.” Evergreen Staff sophomore guard and forward Following a jumper made by are benches and tables covered Alcohol is not served at in rose petals that overlook the Despite an attempted come- Brandi Thomas ended the USC Thomas, the Trojans built up a the lounge, but energy drinks, nightlife of Main Street, giving a back late in the second half, the run. However, the Trojans fol- 13-0 run during the next four and international teas and sodas are calm and city-like ambiance to WSU women’s basketball team lowed by scoring two free throw a half minutes to create a 15 point all available for an additional the lounge. lost against the USC Trojans on attempts and a layup. lead with 9:16 left in play. charge. A foul by USC at 7:12 brought Carina Ochoa, freshman Senior Night. The final score of The Cougar women were not Nomad’s is planning to hold the Cougars to the free throw human development major, events in the future such as the game was 65-54 USC. going to allow USC to maintain line where Tarnowksi made both was impressed. karaoke night, poetry slams, According to the game statis- the large scoreboard gap. Starting attempts. Her success started “It’s real chill here,” she said. open mic nights and game tics, the teams were almost even with a free throw shot made by a 6-0 run for WSU that cut the senior guard Rosetta Adzasu, “I love the vibe.” nights with video games pro- in their field goal and free throw Trojan’s lead to two points with WSU put together a 13-4 run that Nomad’s also has a closed- jected on a big screen. percentages. WSU held a 33.9 5:53 remaining in the first half. at 4:51 had cut the Trojan lead to off VIP section on the second The lounge is open Sunday field goal percentage for the game The Cougars traded baskets just six points. floor that overlooks the entire through Wednesday from 5 and USC held a 35.1 field goal with the Trojans over the final The final minutes of play dance area. It can be reserved p.m. to 2 a.m., and Thursday percentage. WSU held a 63.2 free minutes before sophomore for- featured only a jumper made by for birthdays or other special through Saturday from 5 p.m. throw percentage for the game ward and center Hana Potter Thomas for WSU and USC scor- events. to 3 a.m. and USC held a 61.8 free throw scored a jumper at 0:18 to send ing all their points from the free percentage. WSU into halftime down by three throw line. The difference maker was and the scoreboard showing “Where the game probably Nuthouse provides USC made 21 of their 34 game 32-29 USC. turned, besides our lack of free free throws attempts, while “I felt going into the locker throw execution and the turn- Washington State made 12 of room at halftime that we were overs, was Ashley Corral (USC),” their 19 free throw attempts. in really good shape,” Daugherty Daugherty said. “Obviously she students with laughs “I just want to congratulate our said. had a career night against us, I seniors, I thought that each and Coming into the second half, think it’s been a long time since During the hour-and- every one of them played hard,” Nuthouse is looking for new tal- USC scored first with a three she’s played that well against ent. Students can get involved a-half shows, the director Head Coach June Daugherty said. point shot and the Cougars Washington State. She was on fire or host selects a series of Going into the first half, USC responded less than a minute and unfortunately we didn’t have by attending open practice. theater games in which the scored first with a layup and later with a three point shot made many answers for her.” actors become players. The 20 seconds later senior guard by Tarnowski. WSU will be traveling to Los By Kari Bray host presents each game and and forward Rosie Tarnowski After another three point shot Angeles this week to face Oregon Evergreen Staff the actors use suggestions responded with a three point shot from the USC, WSU became State University in the PAC 12 from audience members to for the Cougars. About 30 students determined to take the lead. By tournament. have volunteered to enter create unscripted scenes. Nuthouse in order to sup- Actors compare Nuthouse to port student theater on cam- the popular television show Cougs finish the regular season pus and make their fellow “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Cougars laugh. The games vary from show Nuthouse is a student- to show and cast members get Men’s basketball stepped up their Junior Brock Motum was he dropped 18 points on eight on stage with no script and no outscoring the entire Trojan of 10 shooting, to go along with run improvisational comedy game against the Trojans but group that performs several idea what might happen. could not find it against UCLA. squad with eight minutes five assists. times a month at Daggy Hall’s remaining as the Cougs held a Jones scored 14 of his points Wadleigh Theatre. The group 41-26 advantage. in the first half, as he nailed By Alex Field includes 12 regularly casted For a video of Evergreen Staff However, the Trojans two three pointers in the first members who alternate per- stormed back, engineering a period. forming in shows while other the event, check It was a special night for 12-0 run in the late stages of Motum continued his solid volunteers manage technical out the online senior Marcus Capers on the game and even cut it to a play, as the junior led WSU nuances behind the scenes Saturday against the Trojans. one-possession game. with 18 points, but he could not and offer enthusiastic greet- version of this Capers broke George Motum was the high point get any help from the rest of his ings to audience members Hamilton’s record for all-time man for WSU as he finished squad. at the door. Non-casted story. basketball games played at with 27 points and 4 rebounds. No other Coug scored more members also attend weekly WSU as he played his 128th Cougar defense was the real than five points against the practices and can become part Senior sociology and game in the Cougs’ 43-38 win. story against USC. Bruins, as point guard Reggie of the cast. Spanish major Carrie Jewett Nonetheless, it was a close The Trojans shot an abysmal Moore shot two of eight and Matt Warren, a senior fine first saw Nuthouse when one for the Cougs (15-15, 7-11) 28.9 percent from the floor freshman DaVonte Lacy shot arts and English major, has she visited her sister at WSU who ended their regular season against the Cougs, including two of five. been involved with Nuthouse before becoming a student on a positive note. only six of 21 from outside the WSU’s free throw ineptitude since his freshman year. He herself. WSU made only one field arc. continued as the Cougars shot said he loves the humor and “I wasn’t really stoked goal in the last 13 minutes of However, WSU could not 10 of 21 from the charity stripe. thinks a Nuthouse show is about that because college overcome a horrendous shoot- The Cougs were down 38-19 one of the best ways to spend improv sounded about like play against the Trojans (6-25, an evening on the Palouse. 1-17) as USC nearly erased ing night on Thursday, as they at halftime and WSU’s only the last thing I wanted to “I like when we just go out see in my entire life,” she WSU’s 17-point lead in the sec- fell to the Bruins 78-46. lead came when the Cougs The Cougs shot an anemic began the game up 5-0. and make people laugh,” he said. “But then I came to the ond half. said. “When somebody comes 34 percent from the floor, show and it was hilarious. After holding the Trojans to The Cougars will have a to us on campus rather than as UCLA used its 58 percent quick turnaround before the I was really impressed by only 14 points in the first half, at a show and they say, ‘Hey, it and I knew when I came shooting to distance itself from Pac-12 tournament, where WSU looked as if it had the you were really funny,’ we here I wanted to be a part of game locked up with 15 min- eighth place WSU. they will face Arizona State on know we made an impact and utes remaining in the second Lazeric Jones led the way Wednesday in the first game of that’s my favorite part.” LAUGH 9 period. for the Bruins (17-13, 10-7) as the tournament. See Page SPORTS & LIFE Monday, March 5, 2012 5 Castle puts on an unusual but captivating show

However, even though Castle sound and sang the song’s lyr- is known for his fiddle skills, ics, which was one of the rare most of his influences are not instances of vocals during the actually fiddle players, he said. show. While Robert played senti- Castle covered other clas- mental piano chords in the back- sic rock songs throughout the ground, Castle delivered a eulogy concert including “Voodoo Child to the musician who inspired the (Slight Return)” by Hendrix, way he plays. “Crossroads” by Eric Clapton and “The guy who made me want “Black Magic Woman” by Carlos to do this in the first place was Santana. a guitar player from Seattle,” Castle also played contempo- Castle said. “When you’re faced rary pop songs during the perfor- with obstacles in life, you can mance. The first song following either say ‘That’s something I intermission was a cover of “The can’t deal with, I’ll have to go a Way It Is,” a Bruce Hornsby different way,” or you can take song that the late rapper Tupac that obstacle and turn it into Shakur sampled and popularized something stronger than any- in his song, “Changes.” thing anyone could ever imag- In addition to covering songs, ine.” Castle played original numbers After a dramatic pause, Castle such as “Shannon,” a song he revealed who the guitarist in wrote for his wife of seven years, question was. and “Darwin,” which are both “See, Jimi Hendrix was born tunes from his solo album “Mist left-handed, but his dad could on The Mountain.” Both songs only afford a right-handed contained simultaneously heard guitar,” Castle said. “That’s an violin lines that Castle performed KATHY LAN/THE DAILY EVERGREEN obstacle. Instead of retreating onstage with the help of his Geoffery Castle performs at Daggy Hall Saturday night. in the face of adversity, he took effects pedal. The foot pedal the first WSUPA’s “World Stage” coax more sounds out of it than a a right-handed guitar, flipped allowed Castle to create playback Castle has an unorthodox it upside down and backwards, loops with his electric violin, playing style influenced by music event of the inaugural traditional acoustic model would learned how to play that way and essentially accompanying himself Seattle’s own Jimi Hendrix. season. Castle, accompanied by have offered. changed the face of music as we with multiple violin parts for four percussionist Darin Watkins Senior digital technology and know it.” to six minutes at a time. and keyboardist Eric Robert, culture student Mirra Moran By Greg Dunbar With that, Castle dedicated Ritwik V. Anburmath, a Evergreen Staff played to 300 audience members said she enjoyed the versatility of a jazz version of Hendrix’s song graduate student in computer Saturday in the darkly lit Jones the electric fiddle. “Little Wing” to the late guitarist science, said he had never seen The 21st century Celtic bard Theatre. “It’s amazing, I’ve never heard as Robert’s backing keys tran- Castle live and enjoyed every Geoffrey Castle rocked out with Castle’s playing style was a six-string violin and I didn’t sitioned into the tune’s rhythm minute of it. his electric violin for audience unorthodox, unconventional and know that kind of sound could parts. “This is one of the best con- members Saturday night in the undeniably unusual. His violin be produced from that kind of Castle mimicked Hendrix’s certs I have been to,” Anburmath Jones Theatre of Daggy Hall. featured six strings, which is two instrument,” Moran said. “I wish playing style by using a wah said. “I’ve heard a song of his on WSU Performing Arts more than a typical violin has. my dad were here; he’s really effect on his foot pedal. He YouTube but I have never been (WSUPA), which was established Additionally, because Castle’s into Celtic and rock music and he also distorted the violin’s tone to one of his concerts. The fusion in 2011, presented the concert as violin was electric, he was able to loves listening to the fiddle.” to reproduce Hendrix’s guitar he does is the best part.” Animal art is featured in the Library

Holly Irish was honored last to mixing animals and pho- into: the human-animal bond. Friday for her veterinary tography at the veterinary Photography gave Holly a school’s open house. way to escape from the pres- influenced artwork. “[The veterinary school] sures of school. Her first photo was trying to encourage people was a face-to-face shot of her By Jessica Ganje to make art ... wherever their Evergreen Staff and her dog. talent lay ... The prompt was Friends, family and class- A “Meet the Artist” recep- to describe what you find mates, along with their pets, beautiful about veterinary were the subjects of Holly’s tion was held for Holly Irish, a medicine,” she said. series. fourth year veterinary student, From there, Holly wanted Holly’s parents drove across at the Animal Science Library to capture what she thought the state to see their daugh- last Friday. was most important about the Holly was first introduced medicine she was entering See VET Page 9

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SWSU vice presidential candidate “I noticed as an orientation counselor SWSU presidential hopeful Kyle In the following year as district 10 Samantha Hege said there is one and with my work with the administra- Erdman and vice presidential senator he became interested in the A thing that sets her ticket apart tors learning about the different colleges, A candidate Derrick Skaug said tone of the senate and holding sena- from the other candidates. everyone has a different system,” Hege their goal is to help as many students as tors responsible. This interest is what “They have resumes, our opponents, said. “You’ll hear from many students Luis Cuevas possible get the most out of their college inspired him to run for pro-tempore, he but we have resumes and vision,” she that say, ‘This did not go well for me,’ or, experience. said. Skaug, a senior political science said. ‘I was misinformed.’” Candidate to bring an outsider perspective to ASWSU “This isn’t really about us, it’s about major, currently holds the position of On the platform of advocacy and rep- Lindsey Elhart, a sophomore busi- the students,” Skaug said. pro-tempore on the ASWSU senate. resentation, Joey Pacific, ASWSU presi- ness major, said Hege’s driving energy Erdman said the reason their slo- “I still have been able to do a lot of ith a campaign slogan of “Cougs tion and faculty to make changes. gan is “We Serve You” is because they stuff that’s expected of a senator … but dential candidate, and Hege are running from Residence Life and Pacific’s influ- Committed to You,” ASWSU presi- A main goal would be to eliminate academic for the 2012-2013 ASWSU executive ence in ASWSU enable them to be a see ASWSU as a way to serve students. I’ve also been really proud of what I’ve W dential candidate Luis Cuevas and holds for juniors and seniors. He said most col- ASWSU is the largest organization on been able to do as far as getting the sen- office positions. If elected, they will serve well-qualified team. She supports their vice presidential candidate Lindsey Jahn say leges have a four-year plan for students from campus with the most opportunity to ate to really take their job seriously,” a nine-month term. desire to make changes in WSU’s advis- they are dedicated to the students of WSU. freshman year on and upperclassmen should change students’ lives, he said. Skaug said. “This year we’ve accom- Pacific said their campaign knows the ing structure. Jahn said their goal is to hear all of the stu- not have to meet with an adviser and risk not Skaug said his ticket’s passion and plished so much more than last year and value of programming, but believes with “Not only do Samantha and Joey have dents, not just students from specific groups, registering for a class they know they need. record of service is what sets them apart it’s just amazing to see what the differ- the student money allocated to ASWSU knowledge of the campus in its entirety, and that her and Cuevas’ experience with vari- The adviser-to-student ratio is low and stu- from the other candidates. ence can make as far as starting the year the organization needs to advocate more but together they will do wonders,” ous organizations will help them. dents may have a difficult time scheduling an “We have knowledge of what works off right.” in the university and in the state of Elhart said. “They recognize the changes “We have dipped our toes in all aspects of appointment before their registration date. well from ASWSU and what can be Three main parts of their campaign Washington legislation. needed on our campus, and their imple- the university,” she said. Transparency: improved upon,” Skaug said. “We also are the “1-4-7 plan,” Cougar Success “We want to use the newly created mentation of change is appropriate and She said they are outsiders to ASWSU and Jahn said, if elected, she and Cuevas would have connections among a vast array of Program and “True Coug Fan of the Cougar Coalition to continue lobby- doable.” will approach the position with open minds if host Dinner with Luis and Lindsey where communities. We know people from all Year.” ing for higher education,” Pacific said. In an effort to increase advocacy and elected. members of Registered Student Organizations different kinds of groups and organiza- The “1-4-7 plan” stands for the 147 “We also have a goal of getting a second emphasize long-term projects rather “We’re everyday students,” she said. “We’ve and athletic teams would be invited to a paid tions and that’s what really makes us legislators in Olympia, Erdman said. The student regent on the WSU Board of than programming, ASWSU members had a little bit of involvement in ASWSU, but dinner where they could ask any questions and unique in this election.” legislators set a budget that the Board Regents so that we have a greater voice need to be held accountable and follow not seen as the elite untouchable of ASWSU.” voice suggestions to Cuevas and Jahn. Both Erdman and Skaug are first gen- of Regents uses to determine tuition. not only for tuition setting, but also for through with their duties, Pacific said. Cuevas said the two of them work very well If elected, Cuevas would hold a State of the eration college students from Eastern Therefore, the legislators need to be the how the school is run in general.” Making positions efficient continues the together and he thinks their background of Student Body Address once a semester and Washington. Both grew up in the priority, Skaug said. This coming summer, Pacific said work he did as an ASWSU senator this being good friends will play to their advan- would make ASWSU budgets accessible for stu- Spokane area, with Erdman from the “The biggest thing, though, is we need tage. Jahn said they both know each others’ they want ASWSU’s Department of year that simplified the organization’s dents to view. town of Hillyard and Skaug from Colbert. to connect with legislators throughout strengths and weaknesses. Cuevas said their platform is always open to Legislative Affairs to work with the state bylaws, he said. Erdman is a founding father of the the year and not just in the special ses- “I think because we know each other so well new ideas. legislators to help develop bills and “Everything I have done in ASWSU Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity on cam- sion,” Skaug said. we can adapt very easily to situations together,” “Our platform is a living document,” he said. pus. Erdman said having the opportunity Erdman said the Cougar Success stress the importance of higher educa- this year has been to change it because she said. “It changes and will change if we get elected tion support. Building relationships with I’m not satisfied with how it is,” Pacific to start an organization, instill it with his Program would be used to improve the Cuevas said their platform has four pillars: based on what students talk to us about.” values and see the outcome is what drew overall well-being of students on cam- legislators while they are not in session said. “I have passed substantial bills to Higher education: Both Cuevas and Jahn had leadership expe- him to becoming a founder his freshman pus. will improve efforts like Coug Day at the make ASWSU more open and make the He said one of their main goals is to encour- rience before coming to WSU. year. “Basically what it is, is a bucket Capitol when they are in session, he said. people working in it more accountable.” age students to register to vote. Registering Cuevas said his experience as a state FFA Erdman, a junior English major, list created by students for students,” Open forums, town hall style meetings Pacific is a junior political science to vote is a way to show students they have a officer the year after high school inspired him currently holds the executive position Erdman said, “and it focuses on your and social media are ways Pacific and major and has worked as an ASWSU voice, he said. to continue leading at college. of director of Student Life. He said a academic success, your campus involve- Hege want to proactively reach students, senator this year. Hege is a senior neuro- Jahn said they also want to have more Coug “It motivated me to not do something to fill highlight this year was working with the ment and your personal growth.” Pacific said. A potential ASWSU advi- science and psychology major. They met Days at the Capitol. She said a goal would be a vacancy but to do it out of passion,” he said. Women’s Resource Center last semester Erdman said he feels the program will sory board with student leaders from all as residence hall advisers and maintain to have students from every legislative district. He has also served as an executive offi- to bring back the SafeWalk program as a get students involved in ASWSU and the corners of campus would allow student a unique friendship working together as The legislators they met with would have more cer for Sigma Phi Epsilon, a director for the part of Women’s Transit. college experience in general. government advocates to see multiple assistant hall directors, Hege said. reason to care if they were hearing from a stu- Interfraternity Council, and is active in his “It keeps you going, gives you a little Erdman said the “True Coug Fan of perspectives, he said. Their experience managing staff, dent that could vote for or against them. church, Resonate. bit of inspiration to know that you do the the Year” is an example of his ticket “We can’t know the climate and what advising students on a personal level and Student Life: Jahn said her leadership experience started Jahn and Cuevas would work hard to bring back in high school where she was the vice work behind the scenes one semester and listening to students and finding out we need to advocate for, just us two working on a budget provides solid expe- it can become a reality next semester,” what they want to get out of their college working up in the office,” Pacific said. rience for working in student govern- ESPN Game Day to WSU during football sea- president of her school and student representa- son to encourage school spirit, Jahn said. tive on the Board of Directors of the Southwest Erdman said. experience. Hege said reworking the inconsis- ment, Hege said. Skaug said he first learned about “This is the best example to see how tent student advising system is another “To get the best things done for stu- Cuevas said WSU Tri-Cities has a website Chapter of the American Red Cross. She said called Wazzu List with a set-up similar to that experience allowed her to become familiar ASWSU his freshman year, but did not we have action for only one theme out platform she and Pacific are campaign- dents, we need to be on a student level decide to run for senate until his sopho- of our six with athletic pride,” Erdman ing on. She said they want to work with and we’ve shown that we can work Craig’s List except exclusive to the WSU Tri- with formal meeting settings and working with Cities campus. He said the template is already members of the community. more year. He then became chair of the said. “Getting students engaged in those administrators to unify information, together and with our peers and friends,” Internal Relations Committee where he sporting events that don’t necessarily understand how advisers are trained and Hege said. “We are ready to take that to created to be implemented at WSU Pullman. She has danced with the WSU Crimson Students could click on a category and see learned how ASWSU works, he said. have the highest attendance.” how advisers are held accountable for the whole university and student Girls for three years and was a Cougar Quest options to buy or sell items, find roommates counselor last summer. She said her time as a students. population.” and advertise rides during breaks. counselor taught her a lot more about the uni- Academics: versity. Cuevas said ASWSU does not carry a lot Cuevas said he thinks the other candidates of weight with administration to change are great, but that he and Jahn will serve the items related to academics, as seen with Riley students best. Myklebust and Amanda Spalding’s push for “We know what the common student wants, midterm grades, but Jahn and Cuevas would we know who the common student is because still try their best to work with the administra- we are the common student,” Cuevas said. Joey Pacific Kyle Erdman Candidates offer resumes and vision Candidate promises to serve students

SWSU vice presidential candidate “I noticed as an orientation counselor SWSU presidential hopeful Kyle In the following year as district 10 Samantha Hege said there is one and with my work with the administra- Erdman and vice presidential senator he became interested in the A thing that sets her ticket apart tors learning about the different colleges, A candidate Derrick Skaug said tone of the senate and holding sena- from the other candidates. everyone has a different system,” Hege their goal is to help as many students as tors responsible. This interest is what “They have resumes, our opponents, said. “You’ll hear from many students Luis Cuevas possible get the most out of their college inspired him to run for pro-tempore, he but we have resumes and vision,” she that say, ‘This did not go well for me,’ or, experience. said. Skaug, a senior political science said. ‘I was misinformed.’” Candidate to bring an outsider perspective to ASWSU “This isn’t really about us, it’s about major, currently holds the position of On the platform of advocacy and rep- Lindsey Elhart, a sophomore busi- the students,” Skaug said. pro-tempore on the ASWSU senate. resentation, Joey Pacific, ASWSU presi- ness major, said Hege’s driving energy Erdman said the reason their slo- “I still have been able to do a lot of ith a campaign slogan of “Cougs tion and faculty to make changes. gan is “We Serve You” is because they stuff that’s expected of a senator … but dential candidate, and Hege are running from Residence Life and Pacific’s influ- Committed to You,” ASWSU presi- A main goal would be to eliminate academic for the 2012-2013 ASWSU executive ence in ASWSU enable them to be a see ASWSU as a way to serve students. I’ve also been really proud of what I’ve W dential candidate Luis Cuevas and holds for juniors and seniors. He said most col- ASWSU is the largest organization on been able to do as far as getting the sen- office positions. If elected, they will serve well-qualified team. She supports their vice presidential candidate Lindsey Jahn say leges have a four-year plan for students from campus with the most opportunity to ate to really take their job seriously,” a nine-month term. desire to make changes in WSU’s advis- they are dedicated to the students of WSU. freshman year on and upperclassmen should change students’ lives, he said. Skaug said. “This year we’ve accom- Pacific said their campaign knows the ing structure. Jahn said their goal is to hear all of the stu- not have to meet with an adviser and risk not Skaug said his ticket’s passion and plished so much more than last year and value of programming, but believes with “Not only do Samantha and Joey have dents, not just students from specific groups, registering for a class they know they need. record of service is what sets them apart it’s just amazing to see what the differ- the student money allocated to ASWSU knowledge of the campus in its entirety, and that her and Cuevas’ experience with vari- The adviser-to-student ratio is low and stu- from the other candidates. ence can make as far as starting the year the organization needs to advocate more but together they will do wonders,” ous organizations will help them. dents may have a difficult time scheduling an “We have knowledge of what works off right.” in the university and in the state of Elhart said. “They recognize the changes “We have dipped our toes in all aspects of appointment before their registration date. well from ASWSU and what can be Three main parts of their campaign Washington legislation. needed on our campus, and their imple- the university,” she said. Transparency: improved upon,” Skaug said. “We also are the “1-4-7 plan,” Cougar Success “We want to use the newly created mentation of change is appropriate and She said they are outsiders to ASWSU and Jahn said, if elected, she and Cuevas would have connections among a vast array of Program and “True Coug Fan of the Cougar Coalition to continue lobby- doable.” will approach the position with open minds if host Dinner with Luis and Lindsey where communities. We know people from all Year.” ing for higher education,” Pacific said. In an effort to increase advocacy and elected. members of Registered Student Organizations different kinds of groups and organiza- The “1-4-7 plan” stands for the 147 “We also have a goal of getting a second emphasize long-term projects rather “We’re everyday students,” she said. “We’ve and athletic teams would be invited to a paid tions and that’s what really makes us legislators in Olympia, Erdman said. The student regent on the WSU Board of than programming, ASWSU members had a little bit of involvement in ASWSU, but dinner where they could ask any questions and unique in this election.” legislators set a budget that the Board Regents so that we have a greater voice need to be held accountable and follow not seen as the elite untouchable of ASWSU.” voice suggestions to Cuevas and Jahn. Both Erdman and Skaug are first gen- of Regents uses to determine tuition. not only for tuition setting, but also for through with their duties, Pacific said. Cuevas said the two of them work very well If elected, Cuevas would hold a State of the eration college students from Eastern Therefore, the legislators need to be the how the school is run in general.” Making positions efficient continues the together and he thinks their background of Student Body Address once a semester and Washington. Both grew up in the priority, Skaug said. This coming summer, Pacific said work he did as an ASWSU senator this being good friends will play to their advan- would make ASWSU budgets accessible for stu- Spokane area, with Erdman from the “The biggest thing, though, is we need tage. Jahn said they both know each others’ they want ASWSU’s Department of year that simplified the organization’s dents to view. town of Hillyard and Skaug from Colbert. to connect with legislators throughout strengths and weaknesses. Cuevas said their platform is always open to Legislative Affairs to work with the state bylaws, he said. Erdman is a founding father of the the year and not just in the special ses- “I think because we know each other so well new ideas. legislators to help develop bills and “Everything I have done in ASWSU Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity on cam- sion,” Skaug said. we can adapt very easily to situations together,” “Our platform is a living document,” he said. pus. Erdman said having the opportunity Erdman said the Cougar Success stress the importance of higher educa- this year has been to change it because she said. “It changes and will change if we get elected tion support. Building relationships with I’m not satisfied with how it is,” Pacific to start an organization, instill it with his Program would be used to improve the Cuevas said their platform has four pillars: based on what students talk to us about.” values and see the outcome is what drew overall well-being of students on cam- legislators while they are not in session said. “I have passed substantial bills to Higher education: Both Cuevas and Jahn had leadership expe- him to becoming a founder his freshman pus. will improve efforts like Coug Day at the make ASWSU more open and make the He said one of their main goals is to encour- rience before coming to WSU. year. “Basically what it is, is a bucket Capitol when they are in session, he said. people working in it more accountable.” age students to register to vote. Registering Cuevas said his experience as a state FFA Erdman, a junior English major, list created by students for students,” Open forums, town hall style meetings Pacific is a junior political science to vote is a way to show students they have a officer the year after high school inspired him currently holds the executive position Erdman said, “and it focuses on your and social media are ways Pacific and major and has worked as an ASWSU voice, he said. to continue leading at college. of director of Student Life. He said a academic success, your campus involve- Hege want to proactively reach students, senator this year. Hege is a senior neuro- Jahn said they also want to have more Coug “It motivated me to not do something to fill highlight this year was working with the ment and your personal growth.” Pacific said. A potential ASWSU advi- science and psychology major. They met Days at the Capitol. She said a goal would be a vacancy but to do it out of passion,” he said. Women’s Resource Center last semester Erdman said he feels the program will sory board with student leaders from all as residence hall advisers and maintain to have students from every legislative district. He has also served as an executive offi- to bring back the SafeWalk program as a get students involved in ASWSU and the corners of campus would allow student a unique friendship working together as The legislators they met with would have more cer for Sigma Phi Epsilon, a director for the part of Women’s Transit. college experience in general. government advocates to see multiple assistant hall directors, Hege said. reason to care if they were hearing from a stu- Interfraternity Council, and is active in his “It keeps you going, gives you a little Erdman said the “True Coug Fan of perspectives, he said. Their experience managing staff, dent that could vote for or against them. church, Resonate. bit of inspiration to know that you do the the Year” is an example of his ticket “We can’t know the climate and what advising students on a personal level and Student Life: Jahn said her leadership experience started Jahn and Cuevas would work hard to bring back in high school where she was the vice work behind the scenes one semester and listening to students and finding out we need to advocate for, just us two working on a budget provides solid expe- it can become a reality next semester,” what they want to get out of their college working up in the office,” Pacific said. rience for working in student govern- ESPN Game Day to WSU during football sea- president of her school and student representa- son to encourage school spirit, Jahn said. tive on the Board of Directors of the Southwest Erdman said. experience. Hege said reworking the inconsis- ment, Hege said. Skaug said he first learned about “This is the best example to see how tent student advising system is another “To get the best things done for stu- Cuevas said WSU Tri-Cities has a website Chapter of the American Red Cross. She said called Wazzu List with a set-up similar to that experience allowed her to become familiar ASWSU his freshman year, but did not we have action for only one theme out platform she and Pacific are campaign- dents, we need to be on a student level decide to run for senate until his sopho- of our six with athletic pride,” Erdman ing on. She said they want to work with and we’ve shown that we can work Craig’s List except exclusive to the WSU Tri- with formal meeting settings and working with Cities campus. He said the template is already members of the community. more year. He then became chair of the said. “Getting students engaged in those administrators to unify information, together and with our peers and friends,” Internal Relations Committee where he sporting events that don’t necessarily understand how advisers are trained and Hege said. “We are ready to take that to created to be implemented at WSU Pullman. She has danced with the WSU Crimson Students could click on a category and see learned how ASWSU works, he said. have the highest attendance.” how advisers are held accountable for the whole university and student Girls for three years and was a Cougar Quest options to buy or sell items, find roommates counselor last summer. She said her time as a students. population.” and advertise rides during breaks. counselor taught her a lot more about the uni- Academics: versity. Cuevas said ASWSU does not carry a lot Cuevas said he thinks the other candidates of weight with administration to change are great, but that he and Jahn will serve the items related to academics, as seen with Riley students best. Myklebust and Amanda Spalding’s push for “We know what the common student wants, midterm grades, but Jahn and Cuevas would we know who the common student is because still try their best to work with the administra- we are the common student,” Cuevas said. 8 Monday, March 5, 2012 ADVERTISEMENT SPORTS & LIFE Monday, March 5, 2012 9 LAUGH | Continued from page 4 VET | Continued from page 5 Entertainment Board — and sup- ports their own,” he said. ter’s artwork displayed. Rick and have a glass of wine and Chastain said he likes to see Irish, her father, said Holly get a chance to socialize a bit non-students in the audience, too. has a good eye for photo- before there’s any announce- Community members and faculty graphing unique pictures. Her ments made ... It’s a nice way bring a fresh set of ideas and more parents were very pleased with to end the week.”

high-brow humor to the show, he the work displayed. Holly’s photography is the said. “I was thrilled enough to fifth display in a series started

As the senior members of jump in the car to drive seven by the Animal Science Library Nuthouse look to graduation, hours today,” Rick said. in 2008 called Art in the the group is seeking new tal- “ ent. Interested students can get (The reception is) very low key... People talk involved by attending open prac- tices, which take place three times and have a glass of wine and get a a week. For specific information chance to socialize a bit before there’s any on dates and times, students “ can find Nuthouse Improv on announcements made ... It’s a nice way to Facebook or Twitter. Wendy Brown Veterinary micropathology professor DAVID HAWBAKER/THE DAILY EVERGREEN Glen Milligan, a senior music end the week and zoology major, said Nuthouse Jon O’Guin, Glen Milligan, Jared Chastain, and Tyler Ostby perform a has seen some impressive tal- Nuthouse skit during the up all night Friday in the CUB junior ballroom. ent in the past couple years. The Wendy Brown, a veterinary Library. Nuthouse.” on their third production and will group not only entertains the micropathology professor in “When we were talking Students who have not been put on a fourth production and community, he said, but also the department of veterinary about making our library more to a show probably underesti- possibly a fifth in the summer. offers life skills to the actors, who microbiology and pathology, student-oriented and a more mate how funny it is, she said. “Stage takes that money and learn to respond to any situation attended the reception. Brown condusive place to study and Compared to other regional we’ve done some really good whether it is in a comedic theater said she had come to “Meet work, some of the vet students schools, comedy is something shows this year,” Patterson said. game or a future job interview. the Artist” receptions before suggested that we display art- WSU is very good at, she said. Jared Chastain, a senior “We really want to see some and wanted to continue going work within our library,” said “We have certain areas in history major and director of new faces and we’re really looking to them. She even recom- Vicki Croft, head of the Animal which we excel, and I think our Nuthouse, said student theater is forward to putting on the same mended the reception to a Science Library. improv group is one of them,” now competing with free movies kind of good material we’ve been friend. Past artists have included Jewett said. and music online. When students putting on for … 12 years and con- “Some of (Holly’s) pho- other photographers and oil Nuthouse also provides fund- can download just about any- tinuing that tradition,” he said. tos are quite moving to me,” painters. Croft said the series ing for other student-run theater thing they want to watch, it can Jon O’Guin, a WSU alumnus, Brown said. will be continued next year on campus. be a challenge to draw people hosted Friday night’s show. He Holly’s work was displayed and three other artists are Nathaniel Patterson, a senior in. He said audience turnouts said Nuthouse is essentially on the walls around the already lined up to be fea- political science major, said can be rewarding and a sign that just a group of people coming library. Guests were allowed to tured. Nuthouse is the “breadbasket” for Nuthouse is doing its job. together to make others laugh. discuss the artwork and view “It’s been very popular,” the student theater group Stage. “It’s fun to see that despite He encourages students to the photographs at their own Croft said. “Students and The proceeds from Nuthouse having very little official support, attend one of the weekend leisure as well as hear a little library users enjoy seeing the shows, which cost $3 to attend, go that the university comes together shows. bit from Holly about how her artwork on our walls.” toward putting on full-length pro- — student groups like VPLAC “We’re taking your sugges- series was carried out. Holly’s work will be up in ductions without the aid of an offi- (Visual, Performing and Literary tions to make our comedy,” he “(The reception is) very low the Animal Science Library cial department. Stage is working Arts Committee), the Student said. “You’re involved. It’s an key,” Brown said. “People talk until May 5.

Cougs come check out our two floors – from furniture to clothing opinion 10 Monday, March 5, 2012 Romney wins Washington primary Despite many advocates for Ron Paul, he was unable to win Washington for a boost in support from the count is 185 to 90 in favor As many as 55 delegates may The same can be said for most Washington, spending $40,000 of Romney, according to the be unavailable for Santorum voters, judging by the disparity on political ads, according to The Associated Press. So despite the regardless of who wins those in delegates Romney and Paul Liberal Doses Seattle Times, making him one victory for Romney, Santorum two states. This error could cost have won thus far. of only two candidates to pur- has closed the gap just a bit. Santorum his chances at the Now Romney is rolling once of Absurdity chase advertising space in the again. So far in this primary By Dylan Hoff state. Despite this spending, he ... Romney’s history in business makes him an attractive election, every time Romney remains the only candidate not candidate to our state’s business powerhouses — they are gains momentum he stumbles he four remaining GOP to score a victory. The best Paul and temporarily loses it only to candidates looked to our has managed is three different more likely to side with the establishment frontrunner ... rise again later. I think this time state on Saturday to deter- second place finishes. he may have finally hit his stride. T Newt Gingrich, meanwhile, With three straight victories, mine who will carry momentum Furthermore, Santorum presidency. has faded fast since his upset in including a surprise in Michigan, going into Super Tuesday. The still appears to be the favorite I know a lot of my fellow South Carolina. His fourth place Romney should have what it amongst really conservative vot- WSU students were hoping Paul answer, to no one’s surprise, was finish in Washington is just the takes to dominate most of Super Mitt Romney. ers. CNN reports Ohio, arguably would win Washington, but it latest setback. I fully expect both was not to be. Paul’s libertarian Tuesday and finally come close Romney won the Washington he and Paul to concede defeat the most important of Super to wrapping up the GOP pri- caucus with 38 percent of the Tuesday’s states, currently favors policies play well with west side following this week’s Super moderates and college students, mary. vote, while Ron Paul finished Tuesday, when 10 states will Santorum. No Republican can- Then he can go ahead and second with 25 percent, narrow- didate has won the presidency but Romney’s history in business hold primaries or caucuses. makes him an attractive candi- focus on his inevitable defeat at ly edging out Rick Santorum’s Santorum remains the only without taking Ohio. the hands of President Barack Unfortunately, MSNBC date to our state’s business pow- 24 percent. So it is that Romney candidate posing a threat to erhouses — they are more likely Obama. continues his inexorable march reports a campaign filing mis- Romney, but even he trailed to side with the establishment DYLAN HOFF IS A SENIOR COMMUNICATION MAJOR FROM SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. HE CAN BE toward the nomination. Romney by 101 delegates prior take may cost Santorum del- frontrunner than take a chance CONTACTED AT 335-2290 OR BY [email protected]. THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED egates from Ohio and Virginia. IN THIS COLUMN ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE STAFF OF THE DAILY EVERGREEN OR THOSE Paul had been hoping to the Washington caucus. Now on an eccentric Texas doctor. OF STUDENT PUBLICATIONS. Police officers should not be held above the law Alcoholism is not an excuse for someone to get away with committing crimes wages, according to KXLY.com. The police department did that car and then left the scene. interlocking devices in cars to Spokane Mayor David Condon offer Thoma a desk job, but Having a disability does not put check the alcohol levels of their tried to pressure the council into he refused to take it and he him above the law and because officers will be the moment In re-hiring Thoma last Friday in was then fired — a move that I of the nature of his work he when we need to take a look in order to avoid reparations. believe showed that the depart- should be held to even stricter the mirror and ask ourselves Moderation However, according to ment went to sufficient mea- standards. what went wrong. By Tony Buhr NWCN.com, council member sures to make accommodations The Human Rights The Human Rights Steve Salvatori said, “Some for Thoma. Commission originally agreed Commissions needs to not just battles are fought for principle that Thoma’s rights had been look at the rights of a person ashington state’s and some battles are fought for Alcoholism should be violated and that he should be Human Rights to not be discriminated against dollars. When you fight for prin- classified as a disability, but reinstated as an officer and paid in reference to employment, W Commission defends ciples you fight until hell freezes back wages, though they cur- but the rights of citizens to feel police officers who break laws rently have begun reviewing that over and then you fight on the officers should not be safe and protected by their and endanger lives. ice.” decision. Brad Thoma was an ex-cop The basis of this legal argu- allowed to commit crimes ... The fact that Thoma return- law enforcement. The greatest who engaged in a hit-and-run ment falls on the definition of ing to his job has been discussed mockery of all in this situation accident while under the influ- alcoholism, which has been as an option should be seen as is that Thoma’s attorney wants ence in 2009, according to the classified as a disability by Alcoholism should be classi- completely ridiculous and fur- the public to pay Thoma for his Spokesman Review. Now his Washington state law. The law- fied as a disability, but officers ther proof that the current legal criminal activity and endanger- attorney has filed a $4 million suit also stated the police depart- should not be allowed to commit system has become so bogged ing their lives. lawsuit against the city as of ment did not go far enough crimes and still maintain their down with laws that it has taken TONY BUHR IS A JUNIOR COMMUNICATION MAJOR FROM MAPLE VALLEY. HE CAN BE Tuesday because the city refused badge. Thoma got in a car while CONTACTED AT 335-2290 OR BY [email protected]. THE OPINIONS in making accomodations for leave of reason. The moment EXPRESSED IN THIS COLUMN ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE STAFF OF THE DAILY to re-employ him and pay back Thoma. intoxicated, hit a woman with that police departments put EVERGREEN OR THOSE OF STUDENT PUBLICATIONS. Letters to the editor Pacific’s criticism of the achieve- dedicated Coug fans for sacrificing oppression like this cannot expand. for more than two years now and Pacific has made few ments of these two leaders only their Friday night to support our Let it be known that “opinionated have seen them interact with oth- draws contrast to his relative lack of basketball team was uncalled for. students” did get off their comput- ers in many different situations. ASWSU achievements accomplishments. As a member of Yet, what was most upsetting, ers and stood for something they Luis was in psychology class with editor: the Senate, I have worked closely were the claims that the No History believed in. Bringing attention me and was the first to say “hi” to I take issue with the assertion with Erdman, Skaug and Pacific. is Illegal March was both unsatisfy- to the more than 80 books that anyone around him. He was a hard made by Joey Pacific at the Cable Skaug has provided guidance and ing and went unnoticed. Neither tell the stories that do not make worker and gracious to everyone, 8 debate on Thursday evening. a passion for service that provides of these are true. Having spent my appearances in “our” history books even when he completely creamed He stated that Kyle Erdman and an example for his fellow senators. Sunday afternoon, along with more that would be banned in Arizona is me on a test. And then I got to see Derrick Skuag have not had any Erdman has brought new energy than one hundred other passionate important. him in an entirely different light as tangible accomplishments that and fresh ideas to the executive students, marching through cam- I would like to thank those who we both got more involved with have helped students this year. staff. Pacific has represented his res- pus and College Hill and educating gave their time to march and orga- Campus Crusade for Christ (Cru). This is not only insulting, but idence hall students well, but has students about Arizona’s HB 2281, nize this event, your hardwork did Luis began playing in the band and is categorically false. Erdman has made minimal effort to attend and this was upsetting. not go unnoticed. was soon a respected and loved created a committee that allowed support the events of the ASWSU Students across College Hill leader. committees. His only significant 30 students to become involved came out of their houses to ask Brenna Stroup Cru is also where I met Lindsey. in ASWSU and has reached out legislative achievement amounted and learn about what Arizona Lindsey became a natural leader to a sweep of the By-Laws fixing junior, political science and to students in innovative ways. has passed. Although this bill is in women’s studies as well. Her bubbly and caring Furthermore, he has worked with grammatical errors. Arizona, and not Washington, the attitude quickly endeared students the Director of Legislative Affairs, For those who desire leaders atrocity of ignoring and making and staff to her. She is responsible Tristan Hanon, to ensure the who conduct themselves with parts of history non-existent to the Luis and Lindsey are and a hard worker, as evidenced by voices of the students are heard in honor and integrity, I encourage public has been occurring for thou- her involvement with the Crimson Olympia. all of my fellow Cougs to vote sands of years, everywhere, and is genuinely caring Girls dance team while still main- While at Coug Day at the Erdman/Skaug on March 6-7. considered oppression. Whether or taining good grades. Capitol, Skaug organized a small not someone considered the march editor: So why am I voting for Lindsey group of students to meet with James Cockburn to be successful is one thing, but Why am I voting for Lindsey and Luis? I am voting for Lindsey additional legislators to ensure district 1 senator the discussion held afterwards was Jahn and Luis Cuevas? Is it because and Luis because I trust their deci- ASWSU’s message reached as many inspiring. Students and speakers I know how good of friends they sions they would make on our decision makers as possible. Skaug Students’ hard work came together to share their expe- have been to me? Or maybe it is behalf, I respect their leadership has been the author of countless riences and bring attention to why because they are both so heartfelt abilities, and I know that they are resolutions and bills that will actu- it was important for us all to have in their relationships with oth- caring individuals who are con- ally have a positive impact on stu- did not go unnoticed joined together that day. ers? Or is it because they are both cerned about others. So who are dents. He has had discussions with editor: The goal was not to change devoted to helping others and you voting for? In my humble opin- high level administrators, faculty The Daily Evergreen ceases to Arizona’s lawmakers minds with find joy in being there for those in ion, it should be Lindsey and Luis. and elected officials from the city, amaze me on the way they choose one march, it was to motivate and need? It is because of all of these, county and state level to advocate to tear down the unity on our very inspire us to make change within and many more, reasons as well. Rachel Damiano for the students of this university. own campus. The insults to our our own communities so that I have known Lindsey and Luis junior, mathematics Editorial policies Letters to the editor The Daily Evergreen is the official monthly meetings. 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