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This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Arthur E. Nelson University Archives at CSUSB ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Coyote Chronicle (1984-) by an authorized administrator of CSUSB ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. JJazzazz ensembleensemble performsperforms forfor CSUSBCSUSB SSeeee Pg.Pg. 1010 Coyote Chronicle Vol. XLV, No. 17 THE INDEPENDENT PEPE T STUDENT S ENNT VOICE CE OF F CALIFORNIA C LIIFORORNIN A STATE ATTE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY SAN BERNARDINO FOR 44 YEARS Monday,Monday March 12, 12 2012 2012 Why so blue? CSUSB keeps student Trees aren’t only blue in Dr. Seuss books, CSUSB’s art department gets info confi dential By KATHERINE VALADEZ creative and partners up with Omni Trans, pushing a green initiative Staff Writer
By COURTNEY SIMS As students, we send a lot of our personal infor- Staff Writer mation to CSUSB over the Internet. The university has records of our phone numbers, e-mail and home ad- he blue tree located at CSUSB has turned dresses, even our Social Security numbers. more heads than any other tree on campus. But have you ever wondered how the university CSUSB has teamed up with Green- protects our valuable information from hackers? meme and Omni Trans for the Blue Tree T If you have ever been concerned that your personal Project which provides eco-friendly transportation for the station to be built. information will be susceptible to hacking and malware growing commuter population and new bus station’s de- “We noticed how the trees provided shade for the attacks, take comfort in knowing that CSUSB has taken signs. people, we felt we had to engage with them,” said Bardell. steps to ensure this does not happen. The station’s design will not only impact the way Students are delighted with the Blue Tree Project and “Higher education continues to take the lead in transit riders experience their journey with Omni Trans but asserting that art truly does imitates life. developing strategies to meet the ever-increasing chal- their experience with the environment as well. “I think that the idea behind the Blue Tree Project is lenges of safeguarding information technology,” said “The blue design came as close to the color of the sky, quite innovative,” said student Heather Serdoz. “The con- Lorraine Frost, interim vice president and chief infor- on a clear day you can hardly see the image of the trees, cept of giving the tree new lives in each environment that mation offi cer at CSUSB. but on a foggy or rainy day the tree images become visible, it will be placed in encompasses how the lives we lead are This month CSUSB will host an information secu- like they never left,” said David Rutherford. ever changing and nothing will stay the same forever.” rity conference where information technology person- Freya Bardell and Brian Howe, also known as Green- Faculty members for the university believe the op- nel from all over the nation will gather to address the meme are the forces behind the campus’ station’s design, portunity presented by Omni Trans has had a hand in the growing concerns of keeping confi dential information citing the environment and student engagement as signifi - educational development for students on campus. protected. cant concepts. “Being able to provide students at CSUSB with hands- This will be the tenth time the Secure IT Informa- “The color blue is really site specifi c, we had students on learning experiences is a critical component of their tion Technology Conference has been held, and it’s not research the air quality in San Bernardino and color varia- educational and professional growth,” said Sant Khalsa, the fi rst time that CSUSB has hosted. The goal of the tions of the sky and that’s how we came up with that color art department chair, as stated in a CSUSB press release. event is to build stronger bonds and develop new col- of blue,” said Bardell. Omni Tran’s new project, the sbX Bus Rapid Tran- laborative efforts between California’s higher education According to Bardell, in addition to the blue tree sit (BRT) incorporates 16 new art inspired stations for the systems. based design, she wanted to pay tribute to the trees that 15.7 mile bus route throughout San Bernardino County. President Dr. Albert K. Karnig will be one of the had to be removed from the location in order for the new The sbX BRT is considered the fi rst of its kind and keynote speakers at this conference, which will discuss will help to reduce pollution by utilizing compressed gas- the latest topics and issues in information security. He es and accommodating the predicted growing commuter has been an enthusiastic supporter of campus informa- population. tion security initiatives in the past. “The BRT is to help the anticipated increased demand Continued on Pg. 3 Continued on Pg. 3 The search for Mr. and Miss CSUSB By KRYSTINA PEDERSEN committee member of ASI, said that the Staff Writer pageant, “is an opportunity for the contes- tants to showcase themselves, and if they The Mr. and Miss CSUSB pageant of- win they get the owning rights to the title fers more than just a moment in the spot- Mr. or Miss CSUSB.” light for its participants; it’s an opportunity For people like Kaithlyn Huntington, to win free tuition for Spring 2012. the possibility of receiving spring quarter Courtesy of Paul Gardner The pageant will be held on March tuition free was a good enough reason to The school uses donated money in a variety of benefi cial ways like constructing the observatory donated by the Murillos. 13 at 6 p.m. in the Santos Manuel Student audition for the pageant. Union Event Center. Although she didn’t advance to the According to Associated Students In- fi nale, Huntington went into the auditions corporated (ASI), the night is anticipated and gave it her all by singing “Don’t Know CSUSB’s donors prove vital to campus to be a spectacular night full of entertain- Why” by Norah Jones and honestly an- By MELISSA BENTON have set up a family trust fund to help aid ment with performances and hosts who swering the questions the judges asked her. Staff Writer foster youth to continue into higher educa- have volunteered to help make this night “It was defi nitely scary. I have never tion. as sensational as possible. done anything like this before, being on The gift of giving benefi ts not only The $656,000 gift will help under- The Mr. and Miss CSUSB pageant stage in front of the judges made me really those who receive, but those who give as graduate students from foster care receive offers students the opportunity to demon- nervous and even though I didn’t advance well. additional fi nancial aid and participate in strate a talent of their choice and express to the fi nale I would defi nitely like to retry Gift planning or donating money to targeted workshops, cultural activities and their Coyote spirit on stage in front of a full next year,” said Huntington. CSUSB brings joy to those who gladly other opportunities as well. audience. Even though there is a lot at stake for give to the university. “This gift will be a tremendous boost The lucky participants who are those in the pageant; it isn’t all about being Many donors have donated large sums to our effort to identify, recruit and support crowned Mr. and Miss CSUSB will receive serious. to CSUSB to help aid the school in many these young adults who typically do not their entire spring quarter tuition paid off “The pageant is just meant to be a fun ways. have strong social support systems,” said as an incentive for winning the pageant. night, fi lled with entertainment and a night One couple, Mark and Lori Edwards, Continued on Pg. 3 Daisy Betancourt-Ramos, activities Continued on Pg. 2
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For pageant participant Kayla Guti- Chris Russell leaves April 20 and will errez, the pageant is an opportunity travel via the historical Route 66 where he for her to participate in something that plans to stop at universities and meet with she has always wanted to partake in as various media giving the message that well as express her passion for dancing, “Minds Do Matter,” which is the name of Courtesy of Robert Whitehead which is her talent for the show. his speech. Chris Russell will ride his bike from Santa Monica to Chicago hoping to raise awareness of disabled unemployment rates. For Gutierrez this pageant will be Russell was a passenger on a plane her fi rst, but it defi nitely will not be her that took a nose dive into a hillside. He was Mexico and Arizona have agreed to let him “I want people to see that people with last. left in pieces and had to undergo over 30 speak on his personal experience. He is still disabilities are not mentally disabled,” said She plans to compete in the Miss surgeries. waiting to hear back from the University Russell. “We are more than capable of get- America pageant this summer. “When I started looking for work, of Chicago but plans to make that his last ting good grades and performing well.” “Participating in a pageant is some- I did all the right things. I started getting stop. He believes he is blessed because he thing I have always wanted to do; re- responses, interviews, even being told “I can’t explain it in any other way. was told that he was not supposed to be ceiving money for spring tuition would ‘welcome aboard.’ Yet nothing happened. After something like that happens to you, able to ride a motorcycle, let alone across be nice. I’m just very excited to perform It was like I fell off the face of the earth,” your life drastically changes and you real- the country. With the help of B&B Motor- because I love to dance. It’s truly one of Russell wrote on his web page. ize who you are,” said Russell. cycles, Russell will be riding a classic 1997 my passions and I love performing for Unemployment is 65 percent for those It took Russell 15 years to be able to Honda Valkyrie on his long journey. people as well,” said Gutierrez. that are disabled according to Russell who walk again without braces or boots. He hopes to take his Minds Do Matter This night only comes around once cites Cornell University’s unemployment Before the accident Russell worked as campaign to a national level and pave the every year but according to Betancourt- and disability study performed in 2009. a peace offi cer. But after the plane crash, he way for others with disabilities. Ramos and others in ASI it is truly a He thinks that it is important for uni- was left without a job and could no longer He launched a website, mindsdomat- memorable night, not only for the two versities to get involved in the march work out, dance or play guitar. ter.org, to document his journey and will lucky participants who will be crowned against unemployment among the disabled. He was given the opportunity by the be putting updates on Facebook and Twit- Mr. and Miss CSUSB and receive a He believes it will resonate with them and rehabilitation department to attend a school ter. He is still hoping to raise money for his check the amount of spring quarters tu- that they are the most likely to listen. of his choosing on a full ride. He said that trip. Donations for his trip can be given on ition, but for the whole student body. “We are intelligent. Even though we he chose CSUSB because of the accommo- his website. are disabled we are still capable of doing dations they offer disabled students. jobs. But as soon as they hear ‘disabled,’ Russell graduated from CSUSB in jobs close up. That is historic, not because 2007 with a degree in communications and of the recession,” said Russell. plans to return this spring for his master’s The universities in Oklahoma, New degree. Coyote Chronicle Editor in Chief Richard Bowie Online Editor Louis Penna [email protected] [email protected] Managing Editor Louis Penna Photo Editor Monique McKinley [email protected] [email protected] News Editor Kyla Cook Asst. News Editor Koby Heramil [email protected] Asst. Features Editor R. Anthony Diaz Features Editor Isabel Tejada Asst. A&E Editor Carmen Herrera [email protected] Asst. 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The Coyote Chronicle is published every Friday for distribution on Monday during the academic session by the Communications department. The opinions expressed in the Chronicle are those of the student writers and editors and do not refl ect the views of the university, its faculty, or any other person or institution unless expressly noted. The appearance of any advertisement in the Chronicle does not represent an endorsement of the products or services advertised. The Chronicle reserves the right to edit or reject all materials submitted to the paper. Chronicle Page 3 News Monday, March 12, 2012 Donors continue to help CSUSB Conference teaches protection Continued from Pg. 1 to faculty posts in the School of Education. Continued from Pg. 1 information technology professionals in She then took a leadership role and chair in maintaining security. Those who attend Dr. Milton Clark, dean of undergraduate the Faculty Senate. Karnig will shed light on the history the conference will learn how to provide studies. She eventually became executive dean behind the development of the univer- secure access to the increasing demands The Edwards started this trust fund of the new division of University Relations sity’s campus information security pro- of mobile device users. because their son was in foster care before and became CSUSB’s fi rst vice president gram, its role on the academic programs “This conference not only provides they adopted him. They stated that most for University Relations. and the designation of CSUSB as a Na- information security professionals an op- foster youth do not continue on in their After graduating from CSUSB, Glenn tional Security Agency Center of Aca- portunity to collaborate and share best education because of the lack of a support was active as an alumnus serving on the demic Excellence in information assur- practices, but will also highlight our part- network. Coyote Athletics Association Board. ance education. nership with academic departments and Their hope is that this trust will help The Rymers’ ties with CSUSB led The conference will offer a set of the Department of Homeland Security and encourage more fostered youth who them to include the school in their estate informational sessions for the personnel through our Cyberwatch West program,” would not have any realistic chance of re- plans to benefi t both scholarships for stu- that are charged with protecting confi den- said Frost. ceiving a higher education. dent athletes and teaching credential can- tial material in a technological environ- The Secure IT conference, held in Betty Barker, the co-chair of CSUSB’s didates. ment. Experienced information technolo- collaboration with the California Com- fundraising campaign for the Palm Desert “We felt it was important to include an gy and security professionals will present munity College Chief Information Offi - campus, knows how important money is institution that had been so vital to us and on the latest topics and issues regarding cers Association, will be held on March for education. to so many people I’ve had the good for- information security. 18–20 in Ontario. It is open to anyone Barker approached CSUSB about do- tune to work with as students, alumni and Secure IT will also address the use who is responsible for the security and nating to the Palm Desert campus through colleagues,” said Mrs. Rymer. “We know of new tools and the best practices of privacy of information. a charitable gift annuity. what a difference the University makes to The gift annuity would allow Bark- the region and we continue to be proud to er to donate her money and assets to the be associated with it.” school, while CSUSB paid a fi xed income Students and faculty continuously to Barker for the remainder of her life. benefi t from donations made by donors “I’ve come full circle. I’m now on the like Barker, the Edwards and the Rymers. other side as a donor to the campus and Also, many buildings have been built Art department paints a statement I’m thrilled that I’ve been able to do it this or expanded on campus due to donations way,” said Barker. including: Jack H. Brown Hall, Santos Continued from Pg. 1 university bus stops will be re-located. Glenn and Judy Rymer believe they Manuel Student Union, the Murillo Fam- In addition to the blue tree, designers owe so much to CSUSB after spending ily Observatory and many buildings on the for commuters that travel 10-15 miles, over Greenmeme have an exhibit in the Rob- more than 80 years combined with the Palm Desert campus. the next 30 years as the population grows,” ert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art school. There are many different ways to said Rutherford, Omni Trans Public Rela- (RAFFMA) located on the CSUSB cam- The Rymers met at CSUSB in 1970 donate money to CSUSB and determine tions Manager. pus. when Judy was a Spanish teacher and whom or what they will help. If weather conditions continue to The Blue Tree Project will be on ex- Glenn was a sociology student. They were To learn more information on donat- stabilize, the tree will be removed during hibit from Feb. 18 through April 21. For married a year later. ing to CSUSB visit http://csusb.giftlegacy. CSUSB’s spring break. Due to the con- additional information visit the RAFFMA Judy continued teaching and then rose com. struction for the new art station, the current website http://raffma.csusb.edu/. Chronicle Page 4 Coyotechronicle.net Monday, March 12, 2012 Chronicle Page 5 Opinions Monday, March 12, 2012
ing force that instill the value of consump- tion and in consequence result in a good Consumers should not economy, according to Phillips. Eight votes He also notes that advertising is only there to increase consumers’ dependence be goo goo gaga for on agencies by suppressing one’s ability pass student to make intelligent, self-directed product choices on the basis of one’s own values and interest. fee increase Google goggles Agencies can argue that we rationally want to be manipulated because we half- The Feb. 6 edition of the Coyote By LIZBETH LOPEZ standards to protect citizens, according to consciously sacrifi ce our autonomy by em- Chronicle featured staff writer Liz Staff Writer the article. bracing consumerism as a whole. Lopez encouraging students to vote It is against California law to talk or We are a public that loves to consume no on a referendum that increases Google is being too invasive with their text on the cell phone while driving be- and there are agencies out there that are CSUSB tuition in order to fund ser- advertisements and are constantly looking cause of the dire consequences that have enriching their pockets by associating Vera vices used by a small portion of the for new ways to collect information from resulted in such practices. Wang with the perfect wedding day. student population. Polls were open us to tailor the advertisements they send us. Let’s add the prohibition of wearing Now, Google is planning on putting Feb. 29–March 1. If you haven’t heard already, The New the goggles while driving to that law as eyeglasses out in the market this year that Approximately 1,000 votes de- York Times reported that Google is plan- well, since it is a tragic mess waiting to will project information, entertainment termined the fate of a fee increase af- ning to release a pair of Google goggles happen. and, being a Google fecting over 17,500 CSUSB students. that “stream images to its rack computers Policies are not product, ads onto the A difference of eight votes (501 yes, 493 no) passed the referendum to and return augmented reality information being drafted fast are a public lenses. to the person wearing them.” enough to keep up We According to increase student fees. Beginning Fall “For instance, a person looking at a with the rise of tech- that loves to consume and The New York Times, 2012, all registered CSUSB students landmark could see detailed historical in- nology innovation and these see-through will pay an additional $14 per quarter formation and comments about it left by the confl icting privacy there are agencies out there computer monitor in tuition. friends. If facial recognition software be- issues that come along goggles will be more The increase will generate a comes accurate enough, the glasses could with them. that are enriching their pockets like smartphones quarterly revenue of around $250,000 remind a wearer of when and how he met It is possible that powered by Google’s which is intended to “provide the vaguely familiar person standing in the politicians and by associating Vera Wang with Android software and funding for the CSUSB Children’s front of him at a party,” stated Nick Bilton lawmakers need some the perfect wedding day. will be equipped with Center, President’s Academic Excel- in The New York Times. of our assistance in GPS, motion sensors, lence Scholarships, Student Research The Federal Trade Commission was order for them to bet- a camera and audio and Travel, Associated Students, Inc. asked by the Electronic Privacy Informa- ter understand how these technologies are input and output. (ASI) Scholarships, Athletic Scholar- tion Center to suspend the use of facial rec- problematic. We can actually educate them Even though Google’s engineer ex- ships and ASI programs and services ognition software in the Google goggles for a change. perts say that the glasses are not designed to enrich the college experience for until the government could come up with Michael Phillips evaluates the impact to be worn constantly and are meant to be CSUSB students,” according to Joe a more adequate safeguards and privacy of advertising on society and its ethical di- used only when needed, it is still in their Gutierrez, assistant director of public lemma in his essay “The Inconclusive Case best interest that consumers wear these affairs. Against Manipulative Advertising.” goggles as much as possible. The results of the election were Want a taste of the Phillips states that the enormous ad- Google is just a step away from plac- deemed too close to determine a defi - Google goggles? vertising budget of industries provide hun- ing a chip in our skin to keep track of our nite outcome. A recount took place Scan to download dreds of people with job security within wants and needs, to be the fi rst to manipu- on March 9 in which a review group made up of multiple interested par- the app for your the advertising, marketing and communi- late our autonomy so we inherently em- cation sectors. brace consumerism for their benefi t, not ties from both sides certifi ed the vote. Android device. Advertising agencies are a good driv- ours.
U.S. war in Iran is irrational
By KIMBERLY “CHARLIE” TRELOAR As such, I do believe that it is up to Staff Writer us as human beings to actually defend one another from any potential harm or threat. I am against the U.S. going to war On the other side, the United States is with Iran and you should be too. so riddled in debt, it cannot afford to go to Just when we thought the troops were war no matter how desperately they desire coming home and we could fi nally catch to do so. What kind of other extravagant our breath, it appears that the U.S. may be costs would the U.S. incur if they were the going to war. leader in the war against Iran? When we become the world’s police- A Pew research poll recently claimed man? Who put us in charge of running the that, “nearly 60 percent of the Americans world and controlling everyone in it? polled were against another war in the According to a CBS News poll, “a Middle East and favored diplomacy and majority of Americans, 55 percent, say the stricter sanctions against Iran.” threat posed by Iran, which has been de- We would end up wasting time and veloping a nuclear capability, can be con- billions of dollars with a war with Iran. It tained by diplomacy, 15 percent say the would just be another Iraq with no weap- situation requires the United States to take ons of mass destruction situation if Iran military action now. had not been developing nuclear weapons. “Republicans are more than twice as I fi rmly believe that the U.S. should likely as Democrats to say Iran is a threat not get involved in the situation unless it that requires military action. And more is provoked. If war is declared upon us and than half of Republicans hold an unfavor- we are attacked fi rst, I would say then that able view of Islam.” it is necessary to go to war. Those Republicans that are in favor A false fl ag, a covert operation that is of us going to war and see this as a good designed to deceive in such a way that it thing, could be right. appears the operation is being carried out The effects of World War II were dif- by other entities, doesn’t count either. fi cult on everyone and the U.S. swore they Whatever happens, the country needs would never allow something like that to to make the decision of whether or not to happen again. That thought hangs in the go to war rationally. With Iran, the U.S. back of many people’s minds. needs to hang back and be extremely ob- “I believe that in regards to Iran and servant of the situation before it goes in their possibilities of attacking countries guns blazing. around them, it is a good idea for us to go There’s no shame in being cautious. In and defend the allies that we have created,” the case with Iran, the U.S. can afford to said student Kelley Oas. be just that. Chronicle Page 6 Opinions Monday, March 12, 2012 Grab your toga and go greek By ALEJANDRA ARANA mense network of professionals that you Staff Writer can tap into,” according to its website. Students should consider Alpha Kap- If you have ever seen a person wear- pa Psi because “it is a good way to network ing Greek letters on our campus and have with colleagues and professors, we also asked yourself if one day you could be help students with their resumes, intern- wearing the same. The answer is yes you ships and networking skills,” said Richard can. Santana, president of Alpha Kappa Psi. CSUSB has so many active Greek Santana is very motivated to create a organizations on this campus that there is great experience for those that consider a Dominique Sterling | Chronicle Photo bound to be one meant for you. professional co-ed business fraternity. Much of students’ money goes toward textbooks, fi nding inexpensive ones every quarter is key to their fi nancial survival. Some benefi ts of becoming Greek are Co-ed means both males and females the development of friendships with fellow are allowed to be a part of the fraternity students that will last forever, you will be along with any major on our campus. Stu- more active on campus and your network- dents do not need to be a business major to Save money on books the old fashioned way ing skills will go through the roof. become a member or “brother.” There are some misconceptions about “If you ever thought of starting your By DOMINIQUE STERLING percent,” said bookstore associate Monica joining a Greek organization like the haz- own company or being a CEO then this is Staff Writer Vanbibber. ing, or humiliating acts that members make a great organization to get involved with,” If you bought a textbook for $100 you you do to prove you are “worthy” of wear- said Santana. There are many ways that we can could potentially end up with $50 back in ing letters. Even if you are interested in an The lovely ladies of Sigma Pi Alpha make and save money when buying text- your wallet. organization that happens to haze, then you create a very strong support system with all books, but the most practical and economi- Now again, this all depends on the de- can get out immediately and move on from of their sisters and by joining you will have cal choice is still to buy older editions of mand for the book. them. a great experience from the get-go. your books online. If your book is no longer in demand Personally look at the organizations “We are committed to grades, self-dis- The end of the quarter approaching because a professor chooses not to use it, a that interest you, ask questions when they covery of a Latina woman, sisterhood and presents the opportunity for students to new edition has been published or there are table on campus or stop someone wearing we understand your fi nancial issues and acquire some extra money. Book buyback already enough in stock, then your chance letters and ask their opinion of the organi- don’t have high dues. We choose quality programs allow students to get rid of their for a profi table sell back drops dramati- zation and show you want more informa- over quantity to provide a great sisterhood used textbooks for cash or gift card values. cally. tion about them. but are open to all backgrounds,” said Na- Nowadays there are a few options for University Book Exchange’s (UBE) It took me two years to fi nd the right fi t dine Garcia. students in textbooks, digital textbooks policy is much like the CSUSB book- but I do not regret the organization I chose Garcia, philanthropy chair for Sigma and rentals. All have their benefi ts, but in store’s, their buyback prices depend on the and love the people I have met. Pi Alpha, is very passionate about her or- my opinion the earlier editions of the same demand for the books as well. There are newly established organiza- ganization and their philanthropy efforts textbook are a better choice. Older editions When I asked how their buyback tions like Alpha Kappa Psi that was re-in- towards the Diabetes Association and the allow you to learn essentially the same in- prices were calculated, they responded troduced in 2010 and Sigma Pi Alpha that Ronald McDonald Walk. formation at a cheaper price. that their system is updated with wholesale was established in 2003; these are great op- Consider all the organizations that in- Last quarter I was able to snag an prices and at the end of the quarter during tions to consider. terest you and don’t be afraid to ask ques- older edition communication textbook for buyback season, they buy books back at Alpha Kappa Psi is “the oldest and tions. Most importantly make sure you are around fi ve dollars opposed to the newest whole sale prices. largest professional business fraternity in happy throughout the whole process.Going edition that cost $62. The book rental pro- They continued to say that the best the United States. With over 200 college greek will be a decision that benefi ts you gram at the CSUSB bookstore has been a time to sell your textbooks is during fi nals chapters that can provide you with an im- throughout your whole college career. positive addition for students. week. That’s when you would have the “The textbook rental program is great! chance to make the most profi t. It is also Students are allowed to write and highlight at the time when there is a higher possibil- in the books. It can save students up to 50 ity the store’s inventory for your book will percent off of the book,” said bookstore as- be fi lled up, you might be left holding onto sociate Monica Vanbibber. your book. I have to agree. Last quarter was my The bookstores make more money off fi rst time using the book rental program. It of the book buyback program by shaving a was surprisingly much cheaper and I was percentage off of both the person who sold able to write in the book as if it was my it to them, and then the person who then own. But that’s just the thing, it wasn’t. buys it. The profi ts pile up higher if the stu- The CSUSB bookstore allows stu- dent had originally purchased the book at dents to sell back their textbooks no matter that specifi c store. where they were initially purchased. Avoid this number crunching altogeth- The buyback price depends on the next er by buying the older edition textbook, it quarter’s demand as well as the wholesale not only gives you essentially the same in- value of the book. The more in demand formation for a cheaper price but you also the textbook is the more money you stand have the opportunity to keep the book as to make. “The maximum percentage that a reference because of the great deal you your book can sell back for is up to 50 scored on it. Chronicle Page 7 Features Monday, March 12, 2012 DJ master competition spins CSUSB By MARINA RANGEL Staff Writer
usic burst through the SMSU Event Center Mar. 8 on Thursday Mnight. DJ Pleaze, DJ In- fi nity and Kid Disko pumped up students with their custom beats in CSUSB’s fi rst DJ Master Competition. The DJ Master Competition featured some very talented students. It was hosted by the new campus’ club Underground Music Society (UMS), and with some sup- port from Red Bull, CSUSB welcomed three disk jockeys to participate in a 15 minute spin-off. “We wanted to bring some of the mu- sic scene to CSUSB and connect students through music,” said Emmanuel Rodri- guez, UMS president. The competition’s master of ceremo- nies was DJ Wall-E. He spun during the gaps between competitors. DJ Infi nity kicked off the night, followed by DJ Pleaze and Kid Disko closed the competition. DJ Pleaze, also known as Will Macale, got the crowd really going, scoring him the grand prize: a paid trip to Vegas. Macale works for Coyote Radio and said it felt great to win and had fun par- ticipating. Rene Tovar, calling himself Kid Dis- ko, took second place with his beats and Marina Rangel | Chronicle Photo John Orta, stage name DJ Infi nity, spun his Red Bull and the Underground Music Society spin CSUSB with the DJ Master Competion. Kid Disko took center stage driving the crowd wild, winning him second place at the competition. mixes for third place. House DJ, DJ Wall-E and competitors UMS hoped for a huge turnout not “Everyone loves music and it’s a great in school and it’s a great place to start net- had students on their feet with every mix. only to promote local talent but to prove way to bring people together no matter working. Participants even included popular old- music could bring a lot of people together what type of music you like,” said Rodri- UMS hopes to create this type of envi- school jams from past decades. and create a real presence on campus. guez, speaking of the club’s motivations. ronment for aspiring musical artists. The night was fi lled with dancing and This was only the beginning for events UMS tries to bring out those artists Events that bring life and excitement screaming for your favorite DJ. Red Bull like this. UMS has only been around for that want to share their talents and at the to our campus while showcasing students was the perfect addition for setting the tone two quarters and they aspire to bring the same time bring culture to our campus. who are passionate about what they do, by handing out their energy drinks to get type and size of music scene similar to UC Music is not an easy industry to break is what breaks the mold of our so-called students going. Riverside here to CSUSB. into, but foundations can be made while “commuter college.” Campus “Crusaders” welcome students with open arms
By TOM STILLWAGON in my walk with Christ, but also in my Staff Writer leadership skills and my people skills.” CRU meets on campus Wednesday Christians at Cal State should acquaint nights at 6 p.m. in the lower commons. The themselves with Andrew Farison and the meetings are structured similarly to Sun- Campus Crusade for Christ International. day mornings at church. Also known as CRU (pronounced A typical meeting begins with club “crew”), the Campus Crusade for Christ announcements, worship time and music. was started in the 1950s by Bill Bright at That leads into the message of the night, UCLA. What started out as a small campus which is the main part of the meeting, fol- ministry has since grown, as CRU current- lowed by some group discussion time to ly has club branches throughout the world. refl ect on said message. Farison, the CRU president at CSUSB, “Last year we had a tradition of go- did not originally intend to join the club. It ing to Del Taco afterwards,” said Farison. was his parent’s idea. “Maybe we’ll bring that back next year.” “They were involved with Campus The goal of the club is to give lost stu- Crusade when they were in college,” said dents a Christ-centered life, which Farison Farison. “I wasn’t too stoked about it but takes very seriously. He noted that the club then I found the group and got involved. is based on the idea “win, build, send.” Tom Stillwagon | Chronicle Photo The people that I met there ended up be- “Win people to Christ, and then build Campus Crusade for Christ hope to bring students into a Christ-centered life through their motto “win, build and send.” ing the best and closest friends I’ve kept them up in their faith to the point that they throughout my time [at CSUSB].” go out talking about Christ to other people. propriate day to do that than on Valentine’s nect with the club at Tuesday morning He joined the club in his fi rst year on It kind of follows a cycle,” said Farison. Day. It was probably the most successful prayer and worship, at 9 a.m. in the lower campus. During his second year, he was The club is responsible for hosting the outreach we’ve done.” commons. asked to take on the role of vice president. popular “Free Hugs” days on campus, the As a result, CRU certainly plans to “We’re not a fraternity,” said Farison. After the previous club president grad- most recent having taken place on Valen- continue the “Free Hugs” days tradition in “If you want to show up, you want to hang uated and took an internship with CRU at tine’s Day last month. years to come. out, you’re in the group. Every student Cal Poly Pomona, Farison took the role of “Putting ourselves out there, giving The club is open to all students, re- is always welcome. It’s not an exclusive president. free hugs on Valentine’s Day is just a very gardless of religious affi liation. group in any way.” “It’s defi nitely been an awesome expe- simple and tangible way to show and ex- Anyone interested in checking it out is For more information on the Campus rience,” said Farison. “Surely it can be, you press God’s love to people on campus,” encouraged to attend the Wednesday meet- Crusade for Christ International visit their know, stressful at times, but it’s defi nitely said Farison. “What’s a more simple ex- ing. Facebook page CSUSB-Cru-Campus-Cru- grown me in a lot of ways, in my faith and pression of that than a hug? What more ap- There are also opportunities to con- sade-For-Christ. Chronicle Page 8 Features Monday, March 12, 2012 “We did it for you”empowers CSUSB women By EMERALD COLLINS women have made. This included cover- Staff Writer ing topics about women suffrage and how women overcame those struggles. rancis Scott Key was inspired Characters gave the audience a chance to write the “Star Spangled to refl ect on historical events that women Banner” at the sight of the were involved in but often overlooked. FAmerican fl ag still standing, This journey went beyond voting rights but but if it were not for the woman who spent to youthful years of our country. a considerable amount of time sowing that Topics such as slavery are also includ- fl ag, Scott’s inspiration would have never ed in the play, showing tribute to phenom- manifested. enal women such as Harriet Tubman. The CSUSB’s Women Resource Center message is delivered clearly that all the (WRC) has brought the play “We Did It women who came before this time “Did it For You: Women’s Journey Through His- for you,” granting women the right to have tory” written by Thea Iberal, to our cam- the liberties they have today. pus. The production educates the audience “Women were seen as a piece of prop- on women's rights and suffrage throughout erty, for example in marriage, a woman is U.S. History. handed over from the hands of her father “The musical is a call to action through to the hands of her husband,” said Harriet a tour of the past, a powerful vehicle for Bennish during her performance, playing creating a sense of empowerment in girls Lilly Ledbetter. and women. Organizations and schools use The performance was not only capti- the uplifting and educational experience to vating but informative for both women and create a call to action for voter registration, men. Characters strutted across the stage anti-discrimination and gender equality is- showcasing their vocal talents and keeping Emerald Collins | Chronicle Photo sues," stated the production’s website, in the play interesting without any dull mo- The Women Resource Center brings musical “We Did It For You” to empower women for their hard work through history. giving a description of the play. ments. The 45 minute production explains the The crowd giggled as the ladies start- The WRC has strived to educate stu- are eager to educate others on the topic. involvement of women in history and is- ed to sing Lesley Gore’s “You Don’t Own dents by hosting woman empowering The WRC hosted the event in the sues discussed in history class. Me” in the middle of singing the "Star events throughout the quarter. “We Did It Santos Manuel Student Union Theatre on Cast members spent their time behind Spangled Manner." The play also had com- For You” is being performed throughout March 6. If you would like to learn more the stage, changing into their next charac- ical moments, when the “hippie grandma” Southern California, hosting workshops about the production you can visit Wedidit- ter while the narrator remained on stage. was so eager to come out at the sound of and giving performance rights to those who foryou.org. The characters spent three to fi ve minute revolution. segments re-enacting the difference their In concluding the production, it was character made in history. certain that the audience left with more The mission of this production is to knowledge than when they walked in, take the audience on a journey throughout learning to appreciate the efforts that wom- the ages and shed light on the impact that en have made. Come here... Go anywhere CSUSB alumni turn degrees into success, dreams into reality
By EDWARD HEWITT the Riverside Community Action Partner- Staff Writer ship for 32 years. She helped serve low- income families in the Inland Empire but “Come Here … Go anywhere.” The recently retired from her position at the motto of CSUSB is posted on the schools end of 2010. She was also a member of website, posters, class schedule books the fi rst graduating class of CSUSB. and it seems anything that is associated Another notable alumnus is Dr. with promotions. Travis Huxman, who graduated from Have you ever wondered if this state- CSUSB in 1992 with a bachelors degree ment has some truth to it? Once you grad- in biology, and also obtained his masters uate can you really parlay your degree in biology in 1998. into a career and eventually choose your He is currently the director for Bio- own destination? sphere2 and the B2 Earthscience research For some alumni this motto has ac- program. Biosphere2 is a facility dedicat- tually turned into reality. According to ed to the researching and understanding CSUSB Alumni Association there have of global scientifi c issues. been approximately 69,000 graduates Alumni like these help to re-insure some of which have turned their degrees students that there is a light at the end of into an actual successful career. the tunnel and can serve as inspiration for Amongst these alumni there have those that are feelings unsure about life been CEOs, best-selling authors, software after graduation. engineers and entrepreneurs, just to name Some alumnus like Jeff Pope, a ra- a few of the careers alums have found dio personality for Inland Empire’s 99.1 success in. KGGI radio station, have found success The CSUSB Alumni Associations on a local and national level. website reports that among these thou- Pope, who graduated from CSUSB sands of graduates there has been a CEO in 1992, has been a radio personality for of the world’s sixth-largest accounting 99.1 KGGI for over a decade and is proud and consulting organization, one of the of where he received his education as nation’s top independent fi nancial advi- well as his consistency. “I’ve been on the sors. morning show since May 2000. How’s In addition to that, CSUSB has pro- that for consistency?” said Pope. duced two California Teachers of the Successful alumni can provide a Year, fi ve California State legislators and sense of security and pride in the type of the presidents of two organizations: Ar- education the students at CSUSB are re- rowhead Credit Union and the Southern ceiving or have received in the last four California Automobile Association. decades. People like Lois J. Carson, who grad- In addition to providing inspiration uated with a B.A. in English in 1967, was for the students the success of the alumni a 2007 recipient of the “Lyndon Baines help the school hold true to its motto’s Johnson Human Services Award” from claim “Come here … Go anywhere,” re- the national Community Action Partner- assuring the students that they are receiv- ship. ing an education that they can take pride Carson was the executive director of in. Chronicle Page 9 Features Monday, March 12, 2012 SStresstress eescapescape throughoutthroughout springspring bbreakreak
R. Anthony Diaz | Chronicle Photo Whether you decide to soak up the sun in Maui or stay closer to home make sure you take precautions when traveling. Plan ahead, keep a list of important contact information and be aware of your surroundings. But most importantly have fun. By YEZI CHO you plan your itinerary for a week ground transportation service transportation delays cause some plished by much considerate in- Staff Writer long successful spring break trip. such as a taxi company. problems or unexpected incidents formation. First of all, double check In case you lose your cell happen. Based on the information, ur winter quarter you have your passport, ID, visa, phone, make sure you have your Check the weather, it could plan specifi c details such as is coming to an fl ight ticket and room reservation. contact information in a separate be a game changer. where you are going and the hotel end, and with fi - Make sure you always have address book. For example when travelers you will stay, how many days you Onals around the your passport or ID with you, es- Medicine – this is important plan to go to Mexico, the climate will travel and what transporta- corner, students anxiously await pecially in other countries, your because if the environment sud- of the inland highlands is mostly tion you will take. spring break to escape their identifi cation is the most impor- denly changes, your body might mild but sharp changes in tem- According to travel.state. stresses. tant issue. not adapt to it right away. perature occur between day and gov, carry the minimum number Some students plan to travel Second, an emergency con- In case you get injured or be- night. of valuables and do not dress in out of state and even out of the tact is needed for staying in touch come ill, bring a fi rst-aid kit with For this daily temperature a way that could mark you as a country. However, for a safe trip, with your group and loved ones your medication and bandages. differences, bring a windbreaker tourist. preparation ahead of time is re- during the trip. However according to cool- which is comfortable, light and Be aware of the countries or quired. "Have three emergency con- estspringbreak.com, when you portable instead of heavy clothes. states before you visit because If you are planning to visit tacts programmed into [your] bring them, keep prescription Lastly, when you travel, regulations or customs might other countries, it would be best speed dialer,” said Larry Ka- medicines packed in their origi- keep your guard up. Be aware of be different than the ones back to visit their embassies’ website miner, president of the Personal nal bottle or packaging so that the strangers and careful of the new home. for information on the current Safety Group. Customs Offi cer knows what the environment. Besides following these tips, status of the country. In addition, it is important medicines are. From the destination to fi - the most important thing to do is These basic tips will help to carry the number of a reliable Bring an itinerary in case the nances, fun traveling is accom- kickback, relax and have fun. Diaries of a Jet Setter A guy’s guide to getting lost in Maui By R. ANTHONY DIAZ plenty to do. In my opinion, this is the Asst. Features Editor most lively part of the island. But do not make the mistake of planning too much in Ready for a breath of one day. fresh air? Well thanks to the One New Year’s Eve, all of my downturn of the economy, friends passed out after a busy day of lay- fl ights to Maui are becom- ing out poolside at the Hyatt. Not kidding. ing more affordable for the I found myself at the Hard Rock on Front average Joe. Street, a tourist and restaurant area, with Although I have always advocated my friends’ mom, dancing and hanging against trip planning, Maui may be a place out with Marines. Let’s just say I don’t you might need some guidance for. even remember how I got home. The sophisticated and exclusive is- Who needs friends when you have land offers not only breathtaking land- Mary from Tennessee and some local scapes but shopping and many outdoor boys? Good thing she was in town the activities as well. same time we were. R. Anthony Diaz | Chronicle Photo Although the island is not as large as This town is very lax with nothing Black Rock near Lahaina, a resort town in Maui, is a popular jump spot for many dare devils like my friend Emily Groh. Hawaii, getting from location to location short of a good time waiting to happen. can take up to 90 minutes by car. At almost any spot on the island the ing. Especially if it is raining and some a great reference guide. The last time I was there I couldn’t monstrous lush green mountains surround locals drive like lunatics leaving a football Natural wonders are all over, stop for decide between a convertible car or a top- you on one side the wide blue ocean sur- stadium. a roadside coconut water or to cool off un- less jeep. Jeep is defi nitely the way to go, rounds you on the other. If you get back in time for dinner, the der a water fall. The excitement and fun you can drive on the beach, go off-roading Whether you’re hiking or biking at quaint little town of Paia, is a must-see. never stops. Whale watching is marvel- and get a better view of the scenery. the 10,000 foot summit of Haleakala or The old sugar cane planation town has a ous, the turtles are mystic and the sun just From Kahului Airport (OGG), the snorkeling at Molokini, you’ll fi nd that the posh style vibe and eco-friendly atmo- feels better. bigger airport, you’ll have to drive to your atmosphere refreshes the soul and you’ll sphere. A few things to consider is that Wailea hotel to get the party started. Although quickly forget there is such a thing as time. I recommend eating at Flatbread is a world class resort town with luxurious there are many places to choose from The Road to Hana is a must and if Company. The organic and gluten free golf communities, it better suits the older there are a few things to consider. you think not getting started at 6 a.m. is menu is awesome, it is so fresh the pizza rich crowd. I always stay in Lahaina on the West okay, you are wrong my friend. The Road is even made in a wood burning stove. If it storms or rains the night before end. Here, there are younger locals, a good to Hana is remarkable; the over saturated A great book to have with you at all cancel your dive and snorkeling plans, the mix of different people who moved to the greens, black sand beach, epic waterfalls times, no matter where you decide to go in water will be foggy for at least a day after, island and decided to never go home. My and cliffs as high as heaven and the jour- the U.S. is The New York Times, “36 Hour leaving you a slight chance of seeing any- friend Emily and Rob are two of them. All ney will take all day if not two. Weekend.” thing clearly. they do is scuba dive and lay out. What a I add the fact of getting there at sun- This book is my travel bible, it of- Don’t take anything from the oceans life! rise because you want to head back be- fers an itinerary for random towns all over or beaches, it is bad luck. Be well, love Lahaina is like a little big city, it has fore sunset. Driving along 2,000 plus foot whether they are mainstream or not. Al- your life and take a minute to inhale the almost everything you would need and cliffs in pitch black, is a bit nerve wrack- though I rarely follow the itineraries, it is wonders around you. Chronicle Page 10 Arts & Entertainment Monday, March 12, 2012 TriumphTriumph overover adversityadversity Award-winningAward-winning playplay “No“No Child”Child” makesmakes itsits CCSUSBSUSB ddebutebut
Photo courtesy of Corinne Jamieson Yutaka Higa (left, as Phillip) and Victoria Estrada (right, as Ms. Sun) perform during the CSUSB Theatre Department’s rendition of Nilaja Sun’s play, “No Child.” The play focuses on one teacher’s struggle to get her students interested in the arts. By MATTHEW BRAMLETT This time around, Ervin de- an ominous backdrop. Ms. Sun was played with a Yutaka Higa and James Hazel as Arts & Entertainment Editor cided on a cast of 21 actors in or- One of the themes of “No wonderful realness by Victoria Phillip and Chris, the only two der to create a more dynamic set- Child” is its use of theater as an Estrada. Estrada aptly showed students who actually want to be The CSUSB Theatre Arts ting, as well as to showcase how exit from the harsh realities of the how exasperated and seemingly in a play. Alexandra Juarez played department brought a story of ar- monumental and insane Sun’s job Bronx and a beacon of hope in an outmatched her character was the exasperated Ms. Tam and An- tistic inspiration in a Bronx high really was. otherwise grim future. against the students of room 10F. gelica Mahabir played the intense school to life March 9 in the Per- “No Child” centers on Ms. “No Child” covers all the Ashley Storey played Baron- and overbearing principal, Mrs. forming Arts Theater. Sun, a young and idealistic bases of the typical downtrodden ess, the wise janitor who served Kennedy. The department performed actress-turned-teacher who is high school: apathetic and com- as the chorus of the play. Baron- The play runs for seven per- “No Child,” the award-winning tasked to whip her students into bative students, passive teachers, ess’ omnipresence throughout the formances from March 9–18. and semi-autobiographical play shape by putting on a play within metal detectors and oppressive play and her folksy been-there- Performances are Fridays and by Nilaja Sun that focuses on one the play, “Our Country’s Good.” security guards. done-that demeanor was one of Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays young woman’s struggle to get a At fi rst, the students resist A particular incident between the play’s highlights. at 2 p.m. rowdy bunch of inner city teenag- (and hilariously compare ‘thes- one of the students, Shondrika Kevin Ezeh played Jerome, Tickets are $15 for general ers interested in theater arts. pian’ to ‘lesbian’), but eventually (Je’Lisa Rucker) and the school the de facto ‘leader’ of the class admission, $12 for seniors, mili- The comedic play, directed utilize what they learn through rent-a-cop (Jamie Jacob) was one who is a little more than he lets tary and non-CSUSB students. by Dr. Kathryn Ervin, was origi- Ms. Sun’s teachings in each of of the funnier moments in the on. Ezeh played the perfect foil to Tickets for CSUSB students are nally a one-woman show, with their own lives. play. Rucker and Jacob played Estrada’s Ms. Sun and the banter $6 with a valid ID. Sun playing all the parts of the The infamous No Child Left off each other seamlessly and the between the two was highly en- Tickets can be purchased at students and teachers at the fabled Behind Act, which strangled the chemistry between the two was tertaining. the box offi ce or online at theatre. Malcolm X High School. arts in public schools, serves as evident. Other notable actors include csusb.edu JJazzazz eensemblensemble cclasseslasses uupp CCSUSBSUSB By RYAN HESTER Staff Writer
The CSUSB Jazz Ensemble gave a wonderful performance March 6 to a packed house at the Performing Arts The- atre. The concert was presented by the California State Music Group, as well as band director Dr. Robert Knop and Bradley Hampton. Knop also directs the CSUSB Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo and CSUSB Vocal Jazz Ensemble. “There is certainly a lot of talent in this program,” said Knop. Before the concert began, the band members were introduced to the audience. The performers, known as Au Privave, Ryan Hester |Chronicle Photo included sopranos Melanie Gonzales and Au Privave, the vocal ensemble that is part of the CSUSB Jazz Ensemble, performs in front of a huge crowd in the Perfoming Arts Theatre on March 6. The show was a great success. Hazel Martinez, alto singer Denise Till- man, tenors Eric Sarabia and Steve Mo- music. The fi rst song was “It Don’t Mean uniquely her own. The piece told a story about a playboy rales and baritone Cody Weinmann. Band a Thing (If It Aint Got That Swing)” by The high-energy ensemble prides it- who is involved with many women but members included Luis Gonzales on bass, Duke Ellington and Irving Mills. The song self on performing various jazz styles in- wants to settle down. Antonio Miles and Cody Weinnmann on was a great opener that compelled the audi- cluding swing, funk and Latin. They had The performers were very skilled with piano, Roberto Ronquillo on the tenor ence to get involved. rapid changes in tempo and rhythm, going their instruments and showed the audience saxophone and Steven Simmons on alto/ “Thinking About Your Body” by Bob- from fast to a standstill to fast again. how wonderful music really is. soprano saxophone. by McFerrin, was even better and the ar- The most interesting part was when The Jazz Combo will be performing The show was divided into two parts: rangement by Kerry Marsh was a success. Ronquillo and Simmons improved and again on Thursday May 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the fi rst was vocal jazz and the second was Tillman, arguably the most talented re-harmonized melody lines by playing the SMSU Events Center. an instrumental jazz combo. singer of the bunch, transformed Aretha different notes and altering the root move- Tickets are at the box offi ce or online The fi rst half was fi lled with great Franklin’s “Respect” into something ments of a tune. at music.csusb.edu. Chronicle Page 11 Arts & Entertainment Monday, March 12, 2012 TThehe bbestest bbandand “Project X” fails yyou’veou’ve nneverever at being edgy By BRIAN CHIDUEME Staff Writer
hheardeard “Project X” may try to be the next “Superbad,” but we don’t really need another attempt at trying to one-up the Brooklyn’s fabled 2007 sleeper fl ick. While the concepts of both fi lms are Tanlines impress similar, what made “Superbad” memo- rable was the characters that audiences with new album actually cared about. From McLovin, to a pair of cops that break the stereotype Photo courtesy of Young Turks of police offi cers as bad guys, the fi lm Veteran musicians Jesse Cohen and Eric Emm make up Tanlines, a band that combines a multitude of musical infl uences into their infectious and danceable album, Mixed Emotions. became a huge hit without trying to be a huge hit. musical infl uences were. had a unique synthetic pop feel to the song, By YETUNDE KEME Where “Superbad” succeeded is “One of the things we talked a lot which was what made the song interesting. Staff Writer where “Project X” fails in several cru- about was this sort of studio pop music Another instrumental single, “Real cial areas. Tanlines are looking to get their proper from the 90s,” the band said. Life,” also had that synthetic pop feel, but “Project X’s” premise becomes recognition by utilizing more vocals and They also said they liked British emphasized more of the Afro-pop beat. clear that the fi lm is trying too hard to synthetic pop in their newest album, Mixed pop music with a lot of synthesizers and Tanlines can be seen as a mix of other outdo “Superbad.” By focusing on the Emotions. how producer Scott Aitken produces the artists such as Vampire Weekend (Western- teenage trio of Costa, Thomas and J.B., The indie rock/pop duo consists of rhythms and beats. ized Afro-pop) and Friendly Fires (synthet- the fi lm attempts to create the greatest Brooklyn natives Jesse Cohen (drums) and According to NPR music, Tanlines ic pop) on a musical level. party of their lives while disguising it as Eric Emm (guitar/vocals). also cited westernized Afro-Pop beats as Tanlines opened for The Strokes front- Thomas’ seventeenth birthday. The band formed in 2008 when they another one of their infl uences. man Julian Casablancas in 2009 and have The rest of the fi lm is more of a glo- collaborated in the production of a song for The mixture of these beats along with played with bands such as Yeasayer, Health rifi ed MTV special that supposedly tries Cohen’s band Professor Murder. synthetic pop can be heard on their new al- and Delorean. to market itself as “the party you’ve only Entertainment column Spinner.com bum, Mixed Emotions. Why are Tanlines not getting the rec- dreamed about.” Instead, “Project X” interviewed the duo back in 2010 and Tanlines are more vocal in their new ognition they deserve, despite their good drowns in its own debauchery by mak- asked them how they came up with the album in comparison to the past singles music and the noteworthy musicians with ing the entire feel of the party as stereo- band name. they have released. whom they toured? typical and misogynistic as possible. “I think the name was something we “Brothers,” the fi rst single from their This is a question that has remained For example, the character of Cos- saw on the back of a truck that we were new album is one of the songs that have unanswered after four years and shows ta seems to be like a parallel of Jonah driving behind,” they said. “‘Lines’ is a more vocals present and less melodies. how the music industry can be very selec- Hill’s ‘Seth’ character in “Superbad,” musical term, like, a keyboard line, and it “All of Me” is another single that dis- tive in terms of who becomes popular and but without any element of likability. also references [how] much time we spend plays their powerful vocals with the lyrics, who does not. By centering his entire life upon getting indoors making music.” “Sing loud to yourself/like you just don’t Tanlines have proven that they are laid, there’s nothing likeable about him. The group released their single “New care,” sending a message of self-expres- ready for the big time. If you want Tan- Another area that the fi lm fails to be Flowers” in 2008 on the Internet, but they sion. lines to receive more recognition for their the next “Superbad” is its lack of human- did not receive much recognition. The single “New Flowers” is mostly music, buy their album Mixed Emotions, ity within. Sure, these teens are getting Spinner.com also asked what their instrumental with barely any vocals, but which drops in record stores March 20. wasted and trying to do anything to get spaced out beyond belief, but the viewer is constantly asking himself, “What’s the point of all this? And what is every- one getting out of this at the end?” Nite Jewel makes danceable electro music relevant again It would be easy to interpret the overall product as a stark social com- mentary on Generation Y at its worst One Second of Love, her second album, debuted on March 6 to By JUSTIN MATHEW DENNIS (excluding the fi lm’s climatic sequence positive reviews. Staff Writer straight out of the 1992 Los Angeles Ri- Her song “In the Dark” evokes a smooth and silky sound. ots), but the fi lm doesn’t advertise itself LA-based electronic artist Nite Jewel is The lyrics talk about longing for love and surrendering her- as such. bringing a cutting edge to classic 80s synth- self to it as you can tell in her lyric, “Holding hands in the However, the Michael Bacall pop with her new album, One Second of Love. dark / I’ll hold my hands up in the dark.” penned script isn’t as bad as expected, Ramona Gonzalez began as Nite Jewel “One Second of Love,” the album’s title track, has a and barely saves “Project X” from being in 2008 as a college student juggling music darkly upbeat feel. The music features rousing synthesizers a complete failure. Despite some solid and studies. Now armed with her bachelor’s and has an infectious 80s pop groove that listeners will enjoy. dialogue and a realistic feel, especially degree in philosophy, she is still strongly pur- Even with all her hype on blogs and European shows in with the fi lm’s cinema vérité, Nima suing her music career. front of hundreds of fans, her overseas success took a while to Nourizadeh’s debut effort with “Project In just one year, Nite Jewel has gone from get to the U.S. X” shows that the director has a lot of generating sound tracks for Los Angeles art “We were in Fresno, or ‘the Frez’ as we call it, and these kids potential that is not yet realized. galleries to touring European festivals. were just so excited to see us, they were like. ‘Nite Jewel’s the What could have worked was that Gonzalez explained to Rolling Stone next big thing, man! We can’t wait for you to play!’ Blah blah instead of the fi lm being a mean-spirited that her fi rst show on the East Coast was blah,” Gonzalez told Rolling Stone. “They were giving us music video, there should have been during her spring break. a hotel and money and we were just like, ‘Wow, this is a bigger emphasis on the party going “I was writing my thesis at the time. I amazing.’ And we ended up playing for like, seriously, wrong. The acts of mayhem depicted in was fi nding there is this push and pull be- fi ve people in a sushi restaurant. And I don’t know if the climatic sequences, from a crazed tween music and school, and then the live those fi ve people were there to see us, or if they were guy with a fl amethrower torching the show was kind of karaoke,” said Gonzalez. there to eat.” entire neighborhood to riot police strug- “I wasn’t committing to music fully back Now her stateside success has grown. gling to maintain an already disturbed then. And now I am. So I feel much more at She has participated in East Coast tours and peace, needed more attention. peace performing now.” has made numerous music videos. While “Project X” isn’t a total fail- In college she started her networking through Nite Jewel’s work may conjure up im- ure, the fi lm is far from being the next MySpace. Soon after starting her music page, her ages of Sade, Eurythmics-era Annie Lennox “Superbad.” It could have ended up be- song, “Suburbia” was selected to be featured in Ben and Tracy Thorn. ing the biggest party that anyone has Stiller’s movie “Greenberg.” Make no mistake: One Second of Love is an ever dreamed about, but it ends up be- Nite Jewel’s music is made with warm syn- infectious album and it proves that Nite Jewel is an ing the biggest party that the audience thesizers and old school recording techniques. artist worth looking out for. doesn’t care about. Chronicle Page 12 Arts & Entertainment Monday, March 12, 2012 “The Lorax” is enjoyable, if preachy By KIMBERLY ROSALES The fi lm adds completely new charac- Staff Writer ters and focuses on the boy, Ted, who ap- parently is the key to saving the town and A tiny, slightly annoying but endear- restoring nature to their artifi cial city. The ing orange creature has taken over the big plot ends up giving the actual Lorax mini- screen. mal screen time. “The Lorax,” which opened on March One of the strong points of the fi lm is 2, is a musical comedy-drama which takes the quirky characters, mainly the Lorax, the audience into the whimsical world of the gang of cute forest creatures and Ted Ted Wiggins, voiced by Zac Efron, an op- himself who give the fi lm its funny mo- timistic 12-year-old boy who lives in the ments. town of “Thneed-ville,” a walled in city The bright and unconventional colors that is completely artifi cial, lacking any in the fi lm help contribute to the delightful- form of nature that is not made of plastic ness of the Dr. Seuss based fi lm. or other man-made materials. “The Lorax” is plenty enjoyable for To win over the affections of the girl children but strikes a different tone with an of his dreams, Audrey (Taylor Swift), Ted adult audience. sets out to fi nd the one thing she dreams of The fi lm becomes preachy towards the seeing: a real live tree. end by trying to appeal to the inner envi- With the help of his eccentric grand- ronmentalist in all of us. mother (Betty White), Ted manages to lo- “The Lorax” has a strong “Go Green” cate the Once-ler (Ed Helms), a man who message from the second half of the fi lm lives far outside the city walls in a waste- and soon feels like a lecture on the impor- land. tance of conserving the planet. The Once-ler tells Ted the story of This does not go unnoticed by crit- the Lorax (Danny DeVito), a creature who ics. The fi lm scored a Metacritic score of speaks for the trees and how they came to 47 out of 100, based on various mixed or be nonexistent. average reviews. Ted soon discovers that there’s more Photo courtesy of Universal Pictures Regardless of all the criticism, “The to the story behind his comfy, seemingly The Lorax, voiced by Danny DeVito, is the sworn protector of the forest in this new adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s old classic. Lorax” opened as No. 1 at the box offi ce, perfect town of Thneed-ville, and soon raking in a whopping $70.2 million in its fi nds himself on a mission to change the For viewers who have not read Dr. Se- than how the trailers for “The Lorax” pre- fi rst weekend. past with Mr. O’Hare (Rob Riggle), the uss’ “The Lorax,” the trailer gives the im- sented it. Though “The Lorax” may seem like greedy proprietor of a bottled oxygen com- pression that the fi lm is about a young boy The book, “The Lorax” focuses more an 90-minute ad for environmentalism, it pany, out to stop him. who goes on this great adventure to fi nd a on the story of the Once-ler recounting his is a cute fi lm with plenty of funny moments Though the fi lm is more pleasant than Truffula tree and encounters the Lorax. story to the boy and urging him to plant the and is worth watching at least once with not, its plot is unexpected. The storyline is completely different last of the Truffl e seed. the family. Chronicle Page 13 Sports Monday, March 12, 2012 Women athletes continue to get short end of stick By SHYNEESE WALTER What this means is that NBA teams have more fl ex- WNBA. Staff Writer ibility in keeping their star players happy, by paying them For male athletes, you only have to go to college a substantially more every year. year before you are eligible to enter the NBA draft. rofessional sports have taken over the coun- According to celebritynetworth.com, Kobe Bryant’s Why is it that men make more than women if women try, they are one of the top-watched events salary alone is $24.8 million per year. put their bodies though the same things that men do? in the world, well, at least men’s sports any- Candace Parker, who is the highest paid athlete in Some say that men’s sports are more popular because Pways. women’s basketball, was paid $44,000 her fi rst year, male athletes are more marketable and more entertaining We often turn a blind eye to the fact that women also which is the most ever for a WNBA rookie. with a lot more fans compared to women’s basketball. play professionally; they are often overshadowed by their Parker, who is the face of the Los Angeles Sparks, Men’s sports have a lot more sponsors that bring in male counterparts. and arguably the best player in the WNBA, does not even money, while women’s sports hardly have any. Men’s sports are televised nationally on highly make more than what an NBA rookie makes, which is How many times have you gone through the sports watched stations, such as ABC, TNT, NBC and Fox. Not around $490,180, according to NBA.com. channels and notice men’s sports on mostly every channel only do men’s sports receive national attention, but male Despite the fact that Parker and Bryant play for the and only see women’s sports on one or two? athletes get paid millions more compared to female ath- same city, in the same arena, and in front of the same fans, Women put in just as much time and effort as any letes. Parker’s earnings seem like minimum wage when com- man, but always seem to fall short because of their sex. The average salary cap for an NBA team is around pared to Bryant’s. While women athletes are attending college to play $60 million, according to iamagm.com, while womensbas- Not only are female athletes getting the short end sports and earn a degree, male athletes have the oppor- ketballonline.com states that the average salary cap for a of the stick in terms of pay, but for a female athlete you tunity not only to earn a degree, but start a professional WNBA team is around $878,000. must graduate from college before being able to enter the career in their respective sport with a high paying salary.
riego_glaiza | Flickr Photos paulvincent_romero | Flickr Photos Despite the fact that Candace Parker is the most dominant player in the WNBA, she still only makes $44, 000 per season. Kobe Bryant is arguably the best player in the NBA, and his $24.8 million salary defi nitely attests to his remarkable skills. Chronicle Page 14 Sports Monday, March 12, 2012 Outdoor CSUSB sports activities By ZION GUILLORY Of all the activities the school has to Staff Writer offer, my personal favorite is taking a dive in the 13-foot pool located right beside Here at CSUSB, students are able to “the old gym,” as many call it. enjoy many physical activities to work up The pool is open to students, although Schedule a sweat. hours vary throughout the week. Most of them are offered at our Rec “That pool has a high dive that makes Center, but there are a few other places your stomach drop like you’re on the Goli- where you can fi nd things to do. ath ride at Six Flags,” said swimmer Milan Have you ever wondered what those Quick, who visits the pool every Tuesday WWed.ed. MMar.ar. 1144 empty looking courts are behind the Rec and Thursday. Center? To my surprise, most of the students - Water Polo vs. Wagner College, 3:00 p.m. Don’t be fooled by the abandoned that I spoke with had no idea that our look, they’re actually open racquetball, school had so many activities to choose tennis, squash and basketball courts. from. These courts are open to everyone “I just spend my workout time in the FFri.ri. Mar.Mar. 1616 during regular Rec Center hours. Rec Center; it seems to have everything The convenience of equipment rental I need, so I never even thought to check - Water Polo at Loyola Marymount University, for these activities is available at the Rec out the other places,’’ said student Tyler Center. Tankxley. 9:15 a.m. Of course, if you have Many students your own, feel free to bring “I think it’s were pleased to fi nd - Water Polo vs. Sonoma State (Los Angeles), it. out that the courts One day out of the cool that the tennis were actually open to 11:45 a.m. quarter the tennis courts are them. reserved for a tournament. courts are open, I love “I think it’s cool - Softball vs. Sonoma State, 1:00 p.m. The schedules for that the tennis courts these tournaments vary tennis and since we don’t are open, I love ten- (doubleheader) each quarter, so be sure to have a team, I didn’t think nis and since we check with the front desk don’t have a team, of the Rec Center if tennis there was really anywhere I didn’t think there is your game. was really anywhere SSat.at. MMar.ar. 1100 Unfortunately, we no to play, but now I know.” to play, but now I longer have a tennis team know,” said student - Softball vs. Sonoma State, 11:00 a.m. here at CSUSB, but there is Chanda Leslie Chanda Leslie. still an opportunity to show It is very impor- CSUSB student (doubleheader) your skills against other tant for students to players. be informed of all of - Water Polo vs. Colorado State University So far, tennis is the the resources that our only one of these activities that hosts a campus offers. (Los Angeles), 11:45 a.m. tournament. Most of these activities were devel- Hopefully in the future, the other ac- oped with the interest of the students in tivities will provide tournaments where the mind. - Water Polo vs. Cal State Bakersfi eld students will be able to display their talents I encourage all students to take the or simply have a good time. time to fi nd all that our campus has to of- (Los Angeles), 4:45 p.m. Let’s not forget about our track located fer. You may be surprised at what exactly east of the softball fi eld for those who like is available. to run outside as opposed to the treadmills After all, we are paying for it with our inside the Rec. tuition, so take advantage.
This week in Sports History: Coyote Jock Talk sports trivia Check out the Each week the Coyote Chronicle March 12, 1881 will try to stump the students Andrew Watson makes his Scotland Coyote Jock Talk Blog debut as the world’s fi rst black This week: End of an era in with sports trivia. international football player and Indianopolis captain. Which Cal State has won March 13, 1948 the most CCAA Conference 10th NCAA Men’s Basketball Cham- Championships? pionship: Kentucky beats Baylor 58- 42. Answer to last week’s question: March 14, 1976 Coyote Chronicle: @CSUSBChronicle Jockey Bill Shoemaker wins his Chronicle Sports Section: @CSUSB_CC_Sports 17 7,000th race. E-mail: [email protected] Chronicle Page 15 Sports Monday, March 12, 2012 Water polo continues upstream struggle Coyote Chronicle: By ALEXANDRA CANNADY in with a goal of their own. Coyotes as they were defeat- away with the win, the Coyotes Staff Writer The Coyote defense at- ed by Claremont McKenna- had ten impressive goals to Athlete of tempted to counter with seven Mudd-Scripps, 18-10. show for their efforts. The Coyotes were dealt a saves in the cage by goalie “By our second game the Purkiss did her part in the loss of 13-8 by the Monterey Kelsey Purkiss. team seemed to hit a wall, we cage, totaling 12 saves for the the Week Bay Otters as the opposition The loss was especially became mentally overloaded day. utilized a defense unfamiliar to diffi cult for the Coyotes, be- and exhausted,” said Reneker. “Overall, this was not our Name: Kerry Kelley them. cause they were unable to de- The Coyotes started the best weekend. I feel we did “They had a different feat their bitter rivals. match on the right note, as they not show up to win we merely house defense including their They have circled the date remained tied at three through showed up to go through the Sport: Baseball goalie and an extra fi eld player on their calendars when they the fi rst quarter. Claremont cap- motions and get by another day in the cage, making it hard to will face the Otters again, hop- tured the lead 7–2 at the height of play,” said Reneker about Class: Sophomore get around,” said senior Shelle ing to avenge this defeat. of the second quarter and the the matches. Kocher. The second contest proved Coyotes trailed from there. Despite the loss, women’s Head coach Sarah Reneker to be much of the same for the Although Claremont came water polo received unexpect- Moment: also admitted that her team was ed but positive support from unprepared for the defensive CSUSB’s fraternity Delta Sig- Mar. 2 vs. CSU Stanislaus set that the Otters put forth ma Chi. against them. “We aren’t exactly a popu- The Coyotes defeated “Their defense was not lar sport so it was awesome to common and rather diffi cult. have a support system at our Stanislaus in the fi rst game of I think we could have broken game,” said Reneker. their doubleheader thanks to it down but we made it harder A member of the co-ed than it was as we tried too fraternity, Allison Carrasco, Kerry Kelley’s performance hard,” said Reneker. emphasized the importance The start of the match of campus involvement from on the mound. was rough as the Coyotes fell Greeks and how their goal is to He delivered three scoreless behind 10–3 at the half. The support their fellow classmates squad picked up their intensity; on all levels. innings out of the bullpen, as they went on to outscore “We very much appreciate the Otters 5–3 in the fi nal two support from Delta Sigma Chi, giving him an overall record quarters. Their effort however that almost never happens and of 2-0. Kelley has recorded still resulted in defeat. we hope they continue to sup- Captain Misty Vu brought port us at our matches,” said 15.2 scoreless innings in her typical A-game, scor- McCliman. ing three goals at the start of With support from fellow seven appearances. the match. Vu was supported Coyotes, women’s water polo by fellow teammates Shelby has plenty of matches left to McCliman, Georgiana Bray, turn their season around and More about: Meghan McCarthy and Jas- Alexandra Cannady | Chronicle Photo come away with a winning re- Last year, Kelley made six mine Duran who each chipped Despite a rough beginning to their season, water polo continues to work hard to improve. cord. appearances, all in relief, for the Coyotes. He went 0-0 with a 4.26 ERA in 6 1/3 innings, and Alexander and Laudermill recognized by CCAA had four strikeouts and four By RICHARD DAWSON vidual accolade for an opportunity for our base on balls. He only allowed Staff Writer team to still be playing,” said Laudermill. Even though his career at CSUSB seven hits and did not give up Junior forward Kwame Alexander and might be over, Laudermill still has plans of an extra-base hit. senior forward Theron Laudermill were playing ball. recognized on Feb. 29 by the CCAA for “Right now I am still waiting to see their on-court impacts this season. what opportunities present themselves.” Alexander was named to the All- said Laudermill. “Whether its overseas, CCAA’s fi rst team and Laudermill was tryouts with the NBA D-League, wherever named to the second team.. it may be, I know my faith and hard work On March 7, Alexander was also will lead to results.” named to Daktronics All-West Region sec- Despite playing ball most of his life, ond team. Laudermill believes he hasn’t reached his All the attention could be overwhelm- full potential. ing for some, but Alexander takes it in “The interesting thing about me is that stride. I have never really been in peak physical Ben Delgado | Chronicle Photo “It has been a really good, positive shape for my size,” said Laudermill. “I am Kwame Alexander had an amazing season for the Coyotes. experience,” said Alexander. “When you going to spend the next couple months re- have different groups of people asking ally pushing to get in the best shape I can.” to do interviews, asking your opinion on Having been a starter the past two things, its nice being in a position to share years, one moment that stood out to the positivity and try to make a good impact.” senior was the game against UCLA earlier Despite the major increase in his per- this season. formance this season, Alexander feels that “That game opened up my eyes to the there are still some areas in his game which game at the next level,” said Laudermill. need to be improved. “Guarding guys like Josh Smith was a “Over this offseason, I will spend great challenge for me. I was proud of my time working on improving my jumper, team that game, because we played really defense, improving my handles,” said Al- well and hung in there until the end even exander. “I am a natural lefty, and a lot of though Kwame and Tre’ had foul trouble teams’ game-plan and try to shade me to that night.” go right not realizing that I am just as com- Alexander will look back on this year fortable going that way.” and strive to continue to perform at a high Laudermill is proud of his accomplish- level while polishing his skills in order to ment, but expressed his desire to still be reach his full potential. As for Laudermill, Ben Delgado | Chronicle Photo out on the hardwood with his teammates. this is just the beginning of what we hope Ben Delgado | Chronicle Photo Theron Laudermill goes up for a layup against the Bruins. “It’s cool, but I would trade an indi- will be a long, successful career. Kelley has been untouchable this year for the Coyotes. Monday Sports 3.12.12 Bats make noise as pitchers deliver By SPENCER HIRSCH Mike Newell in the top of the 12th, as the “The RBI World Series was one of the We come home for a month straight, so Asst. Sports Editor Coyotes handed the Warriors a 7–5 loss. best things that happened in my life. It was hopefully we will turn it around,” said Kerry Kelley picked up the win, as he an experience that I will always remem- Chapman. There were several noteworthy player delivered three scoreless innings out of the ber,” said Kelley. He had been struggling with the bat, performances in the Coyote’s four-game bullpen to bring his mark to 2-0. Kelley in- The Coyotes’ momentum carried over but the adjustments he made at the plate road series on March 2–4 against confer- creased his scoreless streak to 15.2 innings. into the second game of the doublehead- coming into this series as well as his ence opponent CSU Stanislaus. “I think a big reason why I am hav- er, as the offense exploded for eight runs, teammates’ continual encouragement has Cory Caruso was fi rst in line, as he ing success so far this season is that the while south paw Mike Mudron threw a helped him get out of his dry spell. delivered seven solid innings in the series coaches have a lot more confi dence in me. complete game to earn his fi rst win of the Chapman exploded against the War- season. riors, as he went nine for 19 in the series They were on the verge of winning and drove home fi ve runs. their fi rst conference series. The Warriors “I just changed my whole thought did not comply, however, as they beat the process. I was more aggressive and swung ‘Yotes in a slugfest in the series fi nale on early in the count. Teammates have had
Robert Whitehead | Chronicle Photo Eshleman showed that he is more than just a defensive presence, as he was able to belt out a towering three-run homerun. opener. Unfortunately, he took the 2-1 loss I come up pumped up every time. I love in a hard fought pitcher’s duel. those pressure situations,” said Kelley. The Coyotes came up strong, sweep- His hard work the past three summers ing the double header on March 3. have helped him grow on the mound, as In the fi rst game of the doubleheader, he pitched in three Urban Development Spencer Hirsch | Chronicle Photo Paul Eshleman smashed a three-run home- League RBI World Series while playing Kerry Kelley has worked hard to perfect his delivery on the mound, making him one of the best pitchers the Coyotes have. run in the top of the fourth to bring the for the Urban Youth Academy team. Coyotes’ bats to life. He took home MVP honors in 2009 March 4 by a fi nal score of 13–9. my back when I was struggling. I knew I “It was a turning point in the team’s and 2011, highlighted by a complete game The 2–2 series split gives the Coyotes would work my way out of it,” said Chap- mentality to get after it,” said Eshleman. shutout victory in the 2011 champion- an overall record of 8–9 and a conference man. Matt Winn hit a monstrous solo home- ship game that was held at the Minnesota record of 5–7, which puts them in fi fth The team is looking to get back to run to left fi eld and Ethan Chapman fol- Twins’ Target Field and streamed live on place in the CCAA. their winning ways in hopes of making a lowed it up with an RBI triple to knock in MLB Network. “We are a lot better than a .500 team. deep playoff run come May. Softball splits series against bitter rival UC San Diego By BRITNEY CARTER through with their victory, there is always room for im- Staff Writer provement. Techniques, as well as plays, still need to be polished After a troublesome start to the season, the CSUSB and perfected in order to continue on the path they have softball team may have fi nally turned things around. begun this season. Last weekend they came out with a well deserved vic- Previously, ground balls were a main focus for the la- tory against rival UC San Diego, with a hairsplitting 5–4 dies and now it is making sure they pay attention to the win on March 3. “now” instead of the future. This win was like no other for the Coyotes after hav- “We try and think two steps ahead instead of focusing ing lost a crucial game to the Tritons last season at home, on the task at hand,” said Mitchell. “We need to focus on ending their historic season. To lose at such a compelling one thing at a time.” time took a serious toll on them. Focusing on themselves, as opposed to worrying With vengeance on their minds, the inspired Coyotes about what the opposition can potentially do, is a point of came out motivated to come away with a victory. emphasis that the ladies must concentrate on. The Coyotes practiced with an edge, working day As insignifi cant as the small things may seem, they in and day out to ensure they would come out victorious can have the greatest effect on the outcome of a game. against the Tritons. Fielding a simple ground ball can be the difference “For the returners last year, it was like a big revenge between an easy inning and an offensive explosion by the for the team,” said third baseman Alex Mitchell. “It was opposing team. a big let-down to go that far into playoffs and to come up The ladies are fi nally realizing this and they are not short in our own house.” willing to let it keep them from reaching their goals. This is just the beginning for the struggling softball Even though the ladies have made a few errors, the team. With an 8-13 overall season so far, the ladies are signifi cant improvement of the team has become evident confi dent that they have nowhere to go but up from here to the players, as well as to the public. on out. “We played real tough defense and defi nitely cut “Coach Duncan really talked to us about making this down on a lot of our errors,” said Mitchell. “We should be out U-turn of the season,” said Mitchell. able to coast the rest of the season if we continue to play “I have confi dence in each and every one of our girls strong and tighten our defense.” on the team. We have a lot of weapons this year as far as It is evident this is not the last triumph for the CSUSB Richard Dawson | Chronicle Photo speed and power.” softball team. There is no doubt they can beat any team in Fielding ground balls has been a big point of emphasis in the team’s practices. Although the ladies may have made a huge break- the league.