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Local Senator fac NeighborhoodsOFF-CAMPUS PARTIES: THE STORY FROM BOTH SIDES boastNEIGHBORHOOD close es recall over gun COLORADO SPRINGS community POLITICS Jesse Paul control support Editor-in-Chief Ansel Carpenter City Editor State Senator John Morse, the- President of the- From his house on the Colorado Sen 300 block of San Rafael ate and the Colorado Springs’s rep Street, Jeff Neal has seen resentative in the body, is facing a- some unusual behavior recall effort from groups angered- over his support of recent gun con from Colorado College- trol bills that he introduced or sup students– be it public- urination, public intoxi ported over the past several months.- cation, or the public py In the wake of the much-publicized romania of a Christmas shootings that dominated news cy tree in the middle of a city cles across the country, the Colorado street. General Assembly, along with many Neal, who has lived in legislatures across the nation, began- to consider gun control restrictions. his home near the college A life off campus, from top: The residents of 1101 and 1105 Weber St. pose outside of 1101 on their for the last three years, front porch. Photo by Sam Zarky. Jeff Neal poses on his front stoop outside his home on the 300 block of Morse, a Democrat, either intro- says he tries his best to San Rafael St. Photo by Jesse Paul. duced or supported seven gun bills, get along with his student some of which were labeled “sweep- neighbors. Sometimes it’s ing” by pundits. - a bit much to bear. The bills include expanding back- “I knew what we were ground checks, increasing legal li getting into living in this ability for firearms sellers, and limit neighborhood and that PartyCAMPUS housesLIFE frustrated with ing round numbers. there would be students Jack Sweeney been a “nightmare.” A recently formed non-profit- administrative response called the Basic Freedom Defense and that occasionally it News Editor For the houses at 1101- would be loud and there and 1105 Weber St., the Fund, formed shortly after the leg would be parties,” he said. - “drama” with the CC Ad islature passed five of the measures, “We thought that it would ministration, neighbors, describes itself as “a small group of concerned private citizens who were be OK, that it would be- This year has been diffi- and CSPD all started this distraught” at the bills’ passage. In manageable.” cult for those seniors who- past summer, they say. - response to the measures, which While it has been man- spent their entire under 1101 Weber is a large- ageable for Neal and his classmen careers at Colo white house on the cor they consider to be infringements on family, others are strug rado College dreaming ner of Weber and San Ra the Second Amendment, the group started a petition to remove Morse gling with the noise, trash,- of hosting an off-campus fael Streets. It is home to- and general disruption house party. 10 seniors and boasts a from office. - that sometimes accom Student renters, like the rich history of past own Colorado, like all states in the- union, has mechanisms for remov pany CC students looking- tenants at 1101 Weber ers dating back to the late - to party. St., who were interested 1800s. ing legislators from office in a pro But what are the neigh in opening their doors A porch with cracked cess called a recall. In order to offi borhoodsContinued: around News campus page 7 to students looking for a sidingContinued: wraps News the house,page 6 cially begin the process and force a good time, will tell you vote on whetherContinued: Morse may News remain page 3 that living off-campus has

LEECHPIT - Eliza Carter The Leechpit’s lease came from a need for more space for- Leech said. “I think she’s a liar. I think TheStaff Writer Leechpitwill not be renewed, says student goodbye activities. Robert Moore, again CC’s she’s amidst self-serving. She neverconflicts once at with college immediate plans to Vice President for Finance and Admin tempted to talk to me directly. She let relocate have been- istration, stressed that the decision was me know that the decision was final, and abandoned, and, for motivated primarily by the interests of that they didn’t care who thought it was the first time in 10 years, a quirky pur the students. a bad idea.” chase won’t be just a stroll away. “The building is owned by the College President Jill Tiefenthaler maintains- The Leechpit, a small business and it was decided that a better use for that the decision to end the lease was- owned and run by Adam Leech, has- the building would be to provide needed not a malicious one, and one that in served as an influential resource to CC space for student activities rather than volved an appropriate amount of com- students, whether for artistic inspira produce rental revenues for the College,” munication. tion or theme parties. Though the store Moore said. “We have honored our lease agree has not always been a CC tenant since Leech sent a candid email to members- ment with Mr. Leech,” Tiefenthaler said.- inhabiting its current space, the end of of the CC community in an attempt to- “When we decided not to renew the its lease means that Leech must close clarify the sequence of events that oc lease…the property manager commu or relocate. curred and certain issues that arose re nicated with Mr. Leech.Continued: I responded News page to 7 The Leechpit. File photo by Veronica Spann. According to school administrators, garding the administration’s conduct. theConnect: decision to discontinueNews about the the lease greater “I thinkCC community Tiefenthaler’s is full available of shit,” all day on Twitter. Tweet @catalystnews to join the stream now. 2 N May 3, 2013 From the editor STAFF REPORT

It’s not exactly COMMENTARY a match made in CCJesse and Paul the neighborhood heaven. - Editor-In-Chief Colorado College is heading up a new panelists include: panel series aimed at addressing prob This is the first CClems in the to Pikes Peakhost Region. new- community forum series time in my three The quarterly public forum, called • Suzi Bach, the wife of Mayor Steve Bach years at Colorado- “Community Conversations: The Home • Richard Skorman, co-owner of Poor Richard’s stores and College that I’ve less Divide,” will be co-hosted by The restaurants heard about seri Gazette, the city’s newspaper of record.- • Bob Holmes, executive director of Homeward Pikes Peak ous, persistent The first conversation, next Thursday • Members of the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Homeless complaints from- from 6-8 p.m. in Armstrong Hall, will fo Outreach Team neighbors in the cus on homelessness in the downtown- • Sarah Stacy, director of the Resource Advocate Program, Springs community sur area. Small Rescue group Missiondiscussions will follow the bigger forum in order to let attendees dis- rounding campus.- President Jill Tiefenthaler will moder cuss the issues at greater length. Some houses have ate next week’s event which will include- been on the receiv- less.voices from local community leaders ing end of upwards who work specifically with the home of a dozen noise complaints this aca- demic year. Non-students living in nearby resi dences aren’t looking to party – they- want peace and quiet. - But why now? CC isn’t exactly a new in stallment in the Old North End of Colora do Springs, and parties have been a part of the college for decades, if not forever. There have been some significant changes to CC nightlife, though. With the re-appropriation of student- housing on the 900 block of Weber St., two of the most ubiquitous, and argu able infamous, CC party houses became tame residential life entities. No longer are there nightly all-campus parties at 922 or 928. Many have argued that the shuttering of these two houses, where students- looking to dance and drink could always find an oasis, has pushed partying fur Talking as a community, from left: A woman in a homeless camp site in Colorado ther and further away from campus. Springs. File photo courtesy of The Gazette. An ad for the upcoming conversation series More foot traffic heading to the north in which local leaders will meet to discuss homelessness. Illustration courtesy of The Ga- and east means more interactions with zette and Colorado College. Colorado Springs. Those houses on the west side of Weber bordered some- pretty forgiving neighbors, including the- grass on Yampa and other student resi dences, which tended to be more accept- ing of noise and public urination. It doesn’t look like those homes are go ATTEMPTED RESTAURANT ROBBERY ing to become student romping grounds - again anytime soon, so it might be time short time later,” the motorcyclist, which had its telltale safety orange to start searching for a real solution. identified as Taylor Tollie, got into an cap removed, at another unnamed - A local woman walked into a bar- - Let’s be honest, though: CC students- becue restaurant, opened the cash accident on Briargate Parkway near- man as he was driving by the 2200 probably aren’t going to stop having par Coloradoregister, and removed an undis Springsthe Airforce Academy, north crime, of cam block of E.in Dale St., threebrief miles east of ties and partygoers probably aren’t go closed amount of money before being pus. The motorcyclist lost control go campus. - ing to stop being drunk and sometimes stopped by an employee on Tuesday ing around a curb and crashed. Tollie- The victim got out of his car and obnoxious. afternoon. was moved to a hospital for non-life- confronted Laffler, at which point Laf- Above all, the Colorado Springs Police threatening injuries. He faces numer fler pointed the gun at the victim’s Police were called to Charlie’s Pit- Department is not going to stop writing Bar-b-que at 1190 E. Fillmore St., ous traffic charges. head. Laffler then began to hit the vic - WALGREENS ROBBERY LEADS TO FIGHT students tickets. three miles southwest of campus. Af tim with the butt of the gun. - As a community we cannot expect ter an employee confronted the wom When police arrived, they found those who have purchased real estate an, who police identified as Virginia - that a woman who was with Laf around campus to simply get up and Trujillo, 53, about taking money from A man trying to get a clean shave fler, Lita Jackson, 30, had a real .25 move out of the houses that some have- the register, she attempted to leave. free of charge was stopped by em caliber handgun in her pocket. She- inhabited for lifetimes. On the other The unnamed employee reportedly ployees and customers at a nearby- was arrested for allegedly carrying a hand, those homeowners and rent attempted to forcibly stop Trujillo, convenience store. concealing a weapon. Laffler was al ers realistically realized that they were eventually taking her purse before she Daniel Munoz entered the Wal- violations.ready a convicted felon and has been moving near a college campus and not a- got away. greens on 1855 Southgate Rd., three charged with several other criminal daycare. miles north of campus, and attempt A witness recorded the license plate- How do both sides resolve these differ number of the car Trujillo drove away ed to steal a pack of razors. He was- STOLEN CAR FOUND CRASHED ences? in, which police found a short time lat confronted by an employee, at which This week we are publishing a letter er and took Trujillo into custody. point police said he punched the em- - by the Old North End Neighborhood- CHASE ENDS IN CRASH ployee in the chest. After locating and then losing track Association and running stories on the- As Munoz tried to leave, the em of a stolen vehicle on Saturday morn intricate ballet that has become the re ployee grabbed him and, with the- ing, police discovered the vehicle had- lationship between the college adminis Police officers became engaged in help of several customers in the store, crashed in the front yard of a home. - tration, students living off-campus, and a motorcycle chase that ended in a detained him until police arrived. Po Police found a car identified as sto the local community. crash on Tuesday afternoon. - lice said he has been charged with len parked by the side of the road be As for now, we need compromise. Colorado Springs police said that- robbery and booked in the Criminal fore it drove off at high speed. Officers We are the problem, but I also believe- several of their officers noticed a yel Justice Center. later found the vehicle crashed in the nity.there needs to be some understanding low motorcycle speeding and danger MAN THREATENS WITH BB GUN yard of a house at Boggs and Fountain on the part of the non-college commu ously weaving through traffic. The- Boulevards, five miles southeast of- officers began to follow the speeding- campus. It would be unfair to point fingers at- motorcycle, which they said was driv On Saturday evening, police say a Police found the suspect, John Bak any particular group – in a way we all ing faster than 100 mph at times. Af man pointed a BB gun at another man, er, hiding in the backyard of a nearby signed up to be a part of this relation ter it ran several red lights, police lost acting as if it was real, before hitting house under the truck cab topper. He ship, and whether or not we like it, we track of the motorcycle. him with it. has been taken into custody and faces have to make it work. What police described as “a very David Laffler, 37, pointed the BB gun, multiple criminal charges. N 3 May 3, 2013 BRIEFS

Continued from page 1 agendas through political blackmail,” as well as the relatively low threshold Townsend said. needed for a recall,” he said, “there is a - real possibility of the recall being placed number of signatures equal to a quarter islator targeted by activists, he is not the on the ballot.” of ...inthe office,number the of group people needs of who to collectvoted in a While Morse is the highest profile leg- theSenator last election. Morse: Recall actually possible lawmakersonly one. BFDF who hassupported also initiated gun control peti the“We situation are currently before signing working the tirelesslypetition; includes Colorado Springs, the Fund legislation.tions against a number of Democratic however,to ensure if that the citizensissue goes are to informed ballot we of >>>NEWS The college announced this week In the case of Senate District 11, which - that it has met its internship and job signatures. They have about a month left group heading the recall, a local orga- campaign goals for the 2012-13 aca- toneeds collect to the collect requisite approximately number. 7,000 While BFDF is the primary activist are confident that citizens will recog demic year. Committee, is spearheading the effort Townsendnize the Senator’s added. accomplishments and As part of an effort to increase the amongnization, locals. the El Paso Freedom Defense support his continued time in office,”- capacity of the Career Center, the col- In response to BFDF’s actions, other sides the policy critiques, is that elec- lege asked alumni, parents, community –individuals through stopping and organizationsthe recall vote from have Committee is a “signature contest.” That tionsOne cost public public criticism money of to the conduct. recall, Sev be- members, and trustees to help secure happening.started efforts to keep Morse in office is,One those aspect activists of the who effort gather used the by most the - dents. The plan exceeded expectations - have set the cost of a recall at as much as and250 opened internships doors and throughout jobs for the CC coun stu- aeral quarter outlets, of aincluding million dollars The Denver of taxpayer Post, try for eager undergrads and recent al- theOne infrastructure such group isof OrganizingPresident forBarack Ac petitionsAnthony receive Garcia, prizes, a spokesman including giftfor money. ums looking for work and experience. tion, the organization that formed from certificates to local businesses. - rectors, responded to initial request for Obama’s reelection campaign. commentBDFD and buta member could not of itsbe boardreached of diby of Morsepolice has in servedFountain, in the near Senate Colorado since Student internships range from jobs groupsWilliam at Townsend,the national the level Regional are usingLead publishing. 2006, previously serving as the chief- in financial advising firms to culinary thisfor OFA,race to said, make “major an example gun advocacyof politi- Townsend said that the recall effort work,A new said funding Jason campaign Owens ‘06, to Associatehelp sub- cians who pass gun legislation.” might not be fruitless as many across the Services.Springs, and as President and CEO of lo Director for Employee Relations. - country are. cal a non-profit called Silver Key Senior ing unpaid intern positions provided set a precedent in Colorado that outside “Because of the amount of money sidize and reimburse students work expenditures“Keeping Senator can’t Morsedictate in officestatewide will being poured in from outside groups gunAccording owner. to Senator Morse’s office a college press release. The bulk of that and several advocacy groups, Morse is a new$273,000 funding to was 79 students,provided accordingby the Board to of Trustees, headed by Phil Swan ’84.

>>> Stuart Hackley ’11 became the and tightening all bolts. They are very - second CC community member to win a DORM LIFE into on-campus dan Quinn said. Fullbright award this year. Megan Masuret housingWhen movingeach - andTheft gotten is not away limited with to it,” the junior small Brenhous- busy in the summer,” Weiss said. Staff Writer year, many stu- spect their dorm furniture, and it is re- - spend the next academic year in Ger- Do you knowdents take howthe Overall, old students your feel that ResLife they re dent where mattress someone snuck into is? some manyHackley, teaching a history in a German major, high plans school to - guy’ses on room, campus. stole “We a chair did have and oneput inciit in and taking history classes at a local col- be easy to neglect the fact that the beds, fulflected with by the the furniture relatively the few school reports pro of- another person’s room. The next day, lege. mattresses,provided furniture and desks for require granted. mainte It can- videsbroken and items. my “Iown,” think sophomore I’m equally careBrett The Fullbright Program is an interna- nance, assessments, and replacements. one to report his chair went missing tional educational exchange program Because the mattresses are replaced duringtwo residents the night, came and intothe other my office to tell – that is sponsored by the U.S. govern- campus, they anticipate having their inMueller waves, said. some dorms have better fur- me that a random chair appeared in ment and is designed to increase global understanding and relationships. ownEach bed, year mattress, that students desk, chair, arrive and on niture than others. For instance, stu- properly equipped student lounges. dents for the most part feel that the Zak Kroger said. >>> An interim fire chief has been For many, the quality of the furniture LLCs and apartments have nicer setups hisThe room,” furniture Residential is constructed Life Coordinator to be du- named for the City of Colorado Springs. rable and long lasting. “The problem is where to live. For others, they have wouldn’t live anywhere except an LLC that lounge furniture needs to be able - can even influence the decision about no problem welcoming the commu- orthan themed the standard living area big because dorm rooms. you have “I partmentMayor Stevedeputy Bach chief announced Tommy Smith this nity furniture into their personal dorm better rooms, a kitchen, and single the time, for the next 10 years. willweek take that over Colorado in the interim Springs as Fire the city De rooms. toAs withstand a result, 200+ you residents simply can’tusing haveit all conducts a national search for someone said. these plush, super comfy couches. They to permanently hold the position. mattresses on campus. According to bathrooms,” freshman Alina Drufovka In total, there are 1,544 beds and Housing administration takes note of were able to invent a high quality, su- - Moreover, the Residential Life and- perwould sturdy, be ruined comfy in armchair, a week! Ifthat someone would Captain,Smith has and served Battalion the Chief.CSFD since 1991 calAssociate mattress Director lasts an of average Residential of seven Life ments. For example, upperclassmen as“Tommy a firefighter, is already paramedic, a leader Lieutenant, in the Col- and Housing, Justin Weiss, the typi maycomplaints recall strugglingand strives toto loftmake the adjust beds has an idea on how to do such a thing!” damaged or broken furniture, he pur- in Loomis, but this past year, facilities Krogerbe amazing. said. Maybe some CC student be a great asset to the department dur- chasesto ten years.100-150 Excluding new mattresses any additional each replaced all the beds. For any students wary of bedbugs, orado Springs Fire Department and will year in order to keep up with the life Loomis resident and sophomore Ain- fear not! press release. “His experience will serve ing the transition,” Mayor Bach said in a cycle. sley Lundie acknowledged how much There have not been any reported in- the city well during this interim period.” The mattresses that have reached the easier the beds are to loft in Loomis cidents of bedbugs this year, perhaps end of their lifespan are donated to lo- as a result of increased thoroughness >>> A former Colorado Springs Po- lice Officer who was accused of lying in However, the predominant issue sur- on behalf of housing staff. order to incarcerate her estranged hus- - roundingthan in Slocum furniture or Mathias. is that it frequently “Generally, when we do have them band pled guilty to one felony count on periorcal Front Sleep Range Solutions. charities, The and purchases the new though, it’s because students buy used occurones areafter purchased a summer from of tedious Restex Suas- couches and whatnot from the Arc or sessments to thoroughly evaluate the doorfinds broke a new off, home and is within now used students’ for a wherever, and bring the bugs in with pleaMonday, in court The Gazette in a deal reported. cut with pros- - beerrooms. pong “I table. do know And a someone good amount whose of them. As a result, we try to be diligent ecutors,Sydney and Huffman, could serve 25, submitteda minimum her of about documenting when students overseecondition the of assessments. each bed. Weis and Main tenance Supervisor Mike Applegate the guys I know have stolen furniture- can check for the bed bugs,” Kroger fourHuffman’s years supervised former patrolhusband if a Districtspent mattress, looking for holes and tears. ticein their a difference rooms,” Drufovkaamong on-campus said. fur- says.bring in external furniture, just so we Judge accepts the agreement. They“The determine maintenance if the staff mattress flips eachis at Other students, however, do not no end of life. They also inspect each piece - ofsix her months allegations in jail ofand domestic lost his violence,job as a of furniture, tightening all drawers, de- niture. “I feel like its all pretty similar, “My only complaint is that the beds Manitou Springs Police Officer because lofting beds, replacing drawer rollers stolento be honest. furniture I haven’t in the noticed small a housesdiffer them.”should be longer,” 6.5 feet tall Junior ence. But I do know of people who have Joe Janetty said, “I’m just too big for the Gazette said. Board of Directors life

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- CAMPUS POLICY - Audrey Wheeler Although many many will choose to avoid buying a parking permit make it much more dif some schools in densely urban areas first-year stu Staff Writer parking pass and park on the streets. ficult to park in accessible locations- because of the more extreme limitation- Freshmandents own drivers cars Campus Safety at and thecenter Parking Office andof parking campus fines are instated for parking any on parking availability. debate Some schools, on campus, they are in charge of distributing parking violations. Of the 557 parking viola- like Whitman College, merely recom are technically- permits and determining which first- tions billed to student accounts this mend that first-years do not bring cars prohibited from doing so. The policy years may qualify for a parking permit. year, only 45 were for first-year stu because there is little need. regarding cars for first-years is explic “We make exceptions to the rule dents. This implies that freshmen are The CC website explains that, “most itly negative according to the Colorado based on the student’s need for the not suffering from increased fines as a- students do not feel that they need [a College website, but, in actuality, it pass and the availability of permits.- result of the no-car policy. car].” is easy for first-years to bring cars to- Most exceptions are made for medical Freshmen without cars is not a phe At CC this year, 760 parking permits- campus. reasons, but other exceptions are con nomenon unique to CC. Many colleges- were issued, and the parking needs of “Every first-year with a demonstrat- sidered. Any student may ask for an around the U.S., including William and- most students willing to pay for a per- ed need for parking is accommodated,” exception to the rule, but they have to Mary, Smith, American University, Po mit were met. Freshmen, at least in the said Nick Calkins, the Associate Direc demonstrate a need,” Calkins said. mona, and many more enact a fresh foreseen future, will have to look for tor of Campus Safety. The consequences of not owning a man car policy.Lauren Policies Athans isare one stricter of the lucky at freshmanward to car-parkingwho keeps her privileges. car on campus. According to campus policies, first-- Photo by Esther Chan. year students are “not eligible to bring a vehicle to campus and will face Col lege fines and disciplinary action if they do so.” This quotation from the- website indicates that parking permits and car ownership are reserved for up perclassmen alone. - This policy is weakly enforced and only becomes an issue when purchas- ing parking passes. It is not intended to limit first-years, but rather to help cre ate a sense of community. “To the best of my understanding, first-years are prohibited from having a vehicle on campus intentionally in order to encourage their involvement with campus activities and residential life and housing programming aimed at monitoring their first year on campus.” Calkins said. There are no actual statistics of how many first-years have cars, given that

HAPPENINGS

- • A vote to use a portion of CCSGA’s emergency fund on Psychedelic Bowling passed the required 2/3rds Full Council vote, ten to five with two absten tions.

• CCSGA is working on developing a conflict-on-interest policy in response to recent developments in voting on Psychedelic Bowling. -

• CCSGA is meeting with Heather Horton to discuss sexual assault notifica tions for students on campus, in accordance with the Cleary Act.

• The Divestment Committee is hosting Divest Fest on Thursday night to- show grassroots support for divestment. Students plan to camp overnight on Worner Quad. CCSGA Full Council passed a resolution supporting di vestment earlier this semester.

• Give Leave will be having a meeting with all volunteers in the coming days. Students living in Slocum may not be able to volunteer due to construction. - • Applications for next year’s All-College Committees are now on the CCSGA website. The due date for the applications is Wednesday, May 8 (Wednes day of 3rd week). Incoming VP of Outreach Alli Wiebel will let applicants know by Monday, May 13 if you have been appointed to a committee.

• The weekly Executive Council meeting was held on April 30.

• A Full Council Meeting will be held May 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Carriage House. -

• The incoming Colorado Springs City Council is considering scrapping pre vious plans for a municipal solar garden for city residents. Pat Knecht is organizing a letter-writing campaign to encourage members to pursue the original plan.

There were no budget decisions passed this week.

Editor’s Note: CCSGA Happenings provides our readers with access to information they need to become involved in campus issues. Events and news here are provided by CCSGA and compiled/edited by our staff. N May 3, 2013 5 Beekeepers Sarah Hamilton, Celia McLean, and Alex Langstaff talk about why bees are dying, their favorite bees, and why we should care. What is your club called, and what are you planning to do in the future? Alex: We’re called the CC Beekeeping club, and we were formed in the dark hours of the spring in an effort to make locally-sourced honey and to educate members of the CC Community about bees and about beekeeping.

What do you think it means to be a bee lover in today’s society? Celia: I believe that a contemporary apiphile[bee lover] loves the world, that’s what bee loving is about, caring about the rest of the world, caring about

Whybees are �irst bees of all, all caring over theabout world honey, dying? caring about pollination, caring about where their food comes from. Sarah: There’s still a lot of research going on right now about what’s causing the phenomenon known as Colony Collapse Disorder, which is basically when all the bees in a colony disappear even though there’s still plenty of honey left in the hive. A lot of the evidence is pointing to different pesticides that are 10QUESTIONS are some of the big hypotheses. used on crops. There are some different parasites that are affecting bees across the world. Some people are pointing to genetically modi�ied crops. Those Interview by Brooks Fleet. How does this affect our world and the food we eat? Photo by Veronica Celia: Michael Pollan[Food journalist] once said that one in three bites of food you eat actually comes from a bee, whether it be honey, fruit that a bee has pol- Spann. linated, whatever it may be, it comes from a bee.

Where are you keeping these bees? Alex: A hive. Celia: My room. Sarah: So to start with we’re going to try to keep one hive at the CC farm and potentially grow from there

WhereCelia and do Alex: you De�initelysee the club grow in from�ive years? there.

Sarah:Sarah: Hopefully Hopefully in �ive we’ll years be ablewe’ll to have do somea couple educational hives that outreach are going programs strong as to well local as elementary students who schools, have learnedbe able tohow hold to workshopstake care of for them. CC students and community Alex: In �ivemembers. years time we hope to have developed the club so that beekeeping becomes an integral part of the CC Community. Celia: Workshops on beekeeping and beeswax and candlemaking.

What did y’all think about the 2007 �ilm “Bee Movie?” Celia: I believe that “Bee Movie” perpetuates unreal- istic stereotypes of bees in today’s society, such as the fact that bees talk, are Jerry Seinfeld, can fall in love with humans. The list can go on and on; it’s totally unrealistic, and I just rue the day that “Bee Movie” was ever conceived.

What are some other unrealistic stereotypes of bees that have been presented by the media and American culture? Alex: Bees are presented as hostile, deadly, invasive crea- tures, and they’re not like that. Bees are our friends, and the ecosystem of this country and the world depends on these little friends of ours. We need to make a friendship rather than Celia: An enemyship.

What’s the deal with killer (Africanized) bees though? Alex: There are several species of bees. Africanized Bees are ac- tually a crossbreed of two types of bees, and Africanized Bees are spreading from Mexico through southern states. Celia: Why are they called Africanized? Alex: Because one of the strains was originally the African Bee, but the Africanized Bee is more aggressive than the African Bee. Africanized Bees are extremely territorial. They take over other hives. Because of the cold front of Colorado and Northern New Mexico it hasn’t penetrated into the Rocky Mountain Region yet, but it’s a problem.

Do you guys have favorite bees in the hive or in popular culture?

bee voiced by Antonio Banderas. Most people would do anything to bang Celia:that Oh bee. de�initely. The bee from the Nasonex commercial is a sexy Latin Alex: This question was really hard to answer. Sarah: My favorite cartoon bee would have to BEE Buzz from the Cheerio box! Celia: We’re BEE-autiful.

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Does anybody else like naked yoga? :D” @TaiSharkey -- 2 Really. -- 4 days ago WEDNESDAY 4/24 SUNDAY 4/28 looking for hot dog-�lavored potato chips. days ago A student under the age of 21 was A window was reportedly broken @problmlykemaria Attacked by a frisbee found in possession of marijuana in the student center #coloradocollege -- at the CC Inn at around 11:28 p.m. a page, I give myself a 10 minute break 5 days ago at Brenton Hall at around 4:10 p.m. The case remains open. #tired@simply_kayMariE #almostdone Each #collegepaper time I �inish The case was closed and referred. #writingportfolio #8thblock #colorado- TUESDAY 4/30 college -- 2 days ago palooza 2013 we have @MacMiller! @ THURSDAY 4/25 There was an attempted theft of a catalystnews@LeonColleen -- 5 And days headliningago Llama- A bicycle was reported stolen from bicycle from the Bemis Bike rack. the Slocum Hall exterior at around The suspect was arrested and cited @margeeinchargee Tonight Ive learned that no piece of furniture was ever made See you later kollege #donewithkollege 4:00 p.m. Campus Safety respond- for criminal mischief and trespass- for many people to dance on #8thblock --@hamburguesa15 3 days ago Of�icially thesized! ed and the case remains open. ing. #cctoptweets -- 7 days ago 6 May 3, 2013 N Party houses: Hosting proves ‘nightmare’ for tenants of 1101 Weber Continued from page 1 his driveway. Once, a crowd tried to rip have been over 50 noise complaints re- diate between police and students,” the San Rafael St. road sign right off the lated to the houses on the 1100 block Thomsen said. “Campus safety would ...but most visitors only see the house post. of Weber, according to Thomsen. try to intercept police to get things un- in full swing. Beaten furniture, beer During Block 4, the administration Part of the problem may be due to the der control to protect the students. The pong equipment, and abandoned 40-oz asked that 1101 Weber not host a party recent acquisition of two properties school has been reacting a lot harsher bottles adorn the oddly quiet porch. until Block 5 as a consequence of the on Yampa, 922 and 928, according to to parties than in years past.” 1101’s Weber neighbor, local Danny noise complaints. Thomsen. Campus Safety now puts much of Melcher, recalls times when the house “Yampa used to be a relatively safe their focus on prevention of out-of- was not so quiet. Trying to lay low place to have big parties,” Thomsen control parties through education. “We had a couple of parties at 1101 After “laying low” for a while, 1101 We- said. “Since it was on Yampa, and it’s that weren’t that bad,” senior William ber hosted another party during Block 5. around student houses, noise wasn’t a education, if anything, unhelpful. Thomsen, 1101 Weber resident, said. “[The Block 5 party] immediately got problem.” “IThomsen was told finds that theif you workshops are a sober and “We met our neighbor, Danny Melcher, shut down,” Thomsen said. “They told us host and go to court you are looked on and he said as long as we kept in touch to lay low a while, we did, and then we Why this year? more favorably,” Thomsen said. “I went with him things would be cool.” had another ticket sixth block.” Some eponymous party houses like to court; the DA looked at me and said To open a line of contact with their The ticket during Block 6 wasn’t even the one at 927 Weber St., known to stu- ‘What’s a sober host?’ Also, checking new neighbor, the residents of 1105 the result of a party. Instead, the ticket dents as the “lacrosse house” because IDs and being more selective creates a said they also gave their contact in- was a consequence of too many people of the student athletes who live there, crowd in front of the house, worsening formation to Melcher, instructing him in the house—one too many. enjoy the luxuries of party hosting due the problem.” to just “call us if the party gets out of “Once, we had 11 people in the house, to their location far from local home- Regardless, some students remain hand,” according to Thomsen. just one more than the people that live owners. Perhaps that line of contact was not there, and our neighbor called the po- The lacrosse house has hosted crowd- to off-campus parties. open enough, because what ensued lice on us,” Thomsen said. “That wasn’t ed parties roughly twice as often as fearful“I’d be of theinterested school’s to future see flexibilitywhat the was a year-long battle between off- even a party at all. And as a result of that 1101 and 1105, yet has only received school is like in four years,” Thomsen campus students and their neighbors. incident we weren’t allowed to have a one noise complaint. said. “Both the 1101 and 1105 houses, nei- party ever again. We had to meet with - How to host a respectful, fun gathering ther one [came to us at the start of the an administrative panel where seven sues with donations would be harass- year],” Melcher said. “We tried to go members of the house were charged, ing“It students baffles me right that before a school they with gradu is- “One additional point for party hosts over and just introduce ourselves on but sanctions were imposed on all ten ate,” Thomsen said. “They wouldn’t to understand is that they are account- our behalf just because they didn’t do people, so three people weren’t even al- even let us have our parents over for able for the conduct of their guests— that.” lowed to defend themselves.” dinner initially because it was consid- not just when they are in the house, Somewhere along the line, the police - ered a ‘social gathering.’” but if they are in the yard acting inap- got involved. lege appeal based on the fact that three Both Dean Edmonds and Dean Mason propriately or if they are being loud as “Instead of calling [the residents of ofThe the tenantshousemates of 1101 were tried not to allowed file a col to declined to comment on the stipula- they are coming to or from the party,” 1105], Melcher just went straight to defend themselves. Thomsen also be- tions concerning the dinner. Director of Safety, Pat Cunningham, the police,” Thomsen said. “And when lieved there was a bias in the system due Though it may appear as though the said. they tried to talk to him about it, he to Dean Edmonds’ role as both the com- school is “harassing” tenants by be- Though there are roughly 500 stu- municator of the outcome and the only coming involved in off-campus affairs, dents living off campus, there are mini- them. We at 1101 didn’t want to have person to which one can appeal. the Student Code of Conduct makes it mal noise complaints for most houses, anytried communication to file a restraining with orderour neighbor against However, Dean Edmonds only clear that a student is under the code according to Mason. after that because we felt threatened.” “communicate[s] the hearing outcome,” “from the time a student comes to CC “One thing to understand is that for The CC administration is unaware of according to process regulations. He until they graduate,” according to Ma- the most part, here at CC, it’s very any such “restraining order.” does not hear the cases himself, there- son. healthy,” Mason said. “For the most Though the members of the Weber fore remaining impartial. According to Mason, campus safety part I feel our students are good re- party house feel that their contact with “He obviously shot down our appeal,” has been working with both CSPD and spectful neighbors, and we have gotten their neighbor was more than thor- Thomsen said. “So in terms of the over- student renters to help foster a respon- that feedback from neighbors.” ough, the relationship continued to all experience [with the administration], sible party scene. Thomsen feels differ- dwindle. it’s not been too great. On one hand they ently. Staff Writer Colleen Leong contributed Melcher called the student numbers teach us how to host better, and on the “The old director of safety would me- to this article. he was given from 1101 Weber several other hand, they shut us down com- times in response to noise levels and pletely. If an 11-person party warranted said those who answered the phone this ridiculous outcome, we are now in weren’t “respectful.” constant fear of what will happen.” Though off-campus tenants feel the Since that last incident, the tenants administration is cracking down on met with Melcher to mediate their prob- the once “easygoing” attitude the col- lems mid-March. lege has held towards student parties, “All he wanted us to do was commu- President Jill Tiefenthaler insists the nicate more, but the reason we didn’t importance of respect is what is being was because of how he threatened us,” Thomsen said about the alleged re- of the administration. straining order. reaffirmed“My goal is through for CC to the be recent a good actions neigh- The tenants of 1101 Weber have deter- bor to all those who live around our mined that the administration is respon- campus,” Tiefenthaler said. “We want sible for most of the confusion. our students to have fun, but they “There’s no problem with neighbors, must do so in a way that respects their neighbors.” Management],” Thomsen said. But what started as a neighborhood theAccording landlord, to both or Sunflower Thomsen and [Property Reohr, issue has now crossed into the col- they have gone “above and beyond” lege’s brass. what most other parties are doing by us- “It started off as a problem with the ing sober hosts, guest lists, and checking neighbors and it’s now turned into a problem with the administration,” se- A number of other houses under simi- nior Henry Reohr, an 1101 resident, state-issued identifications. said. “They’re the ones that are really school that if they have another party, cracking down.” theylar probation might not have be able been to notifiedwalk at graduby the- Between the beginning of the school ation. year and November, 1101 Weber was After a year of “confusion” and overall Next 2013 Seminar is Saturday June 22nd from 9-12:30 the reason behind a number of noise “drama” in dealing with the adminis- at the Downtown YMCA. complaints but received only one tick- tration, neighbors, and CSPD, Reohr is et, followed by a subsequent ticket dur- skeptical if he would do it all again. Other 2013 seminar dates: September 7th (at downtown YMCA) ing Block 4. But neighbors say noise is just part of asked if he would live in a popular off- the problem. campus“No, definitely house again. not,” Reohr said when Student conduct continued to border on the extreme, according to local non- or something close to it from the school. student residents. Melcher said there Last“I wouldyear, the definitely seniors call went it harassmentsix months have been times where students have without getting a single noise com- passed out, urinated, or thrown up in plaint,” Thomsen said. This year there N May 3, 2013 7 Neighbors: ‘I think it’s all up to the individual students’ Continued from page 1 since I have been in this position.” grads and a daughter who currently at- offers. I have lived all over the world; I The neighborhood group, known as tends the University of Colorado at Boul- didn’t just move a block and a half away ...actually like and what are the people ONEN and which encompasses 1,500 der, lives with his wife and works in the and just stay here.” like that live there? homes spanning 89 city blocks, has been business world. Melcher worries that the college com- The Old North End of Colorado Springs, working hard to build relationships with Three years ago when he was looking munity might have a negative impact on which encompasses much of the area neighborhood students by hosting par- to buy a house, he and his family started his livelihood. surrounding CC, was built off the gold ties and praising community involve- shopping near the college. The previous “I do have a mortgage and I worry mining prosperity that helped create ment. owner of the house Neal now owns as- about house appreciation and the val- the Pikes Peak Region at the turn of the “I like to tell the students to go native,” sured him that the party culture at CC ue of my neighborhood,” Melcher said. 20th century. Many of the homes now Vic Appugliese, President of ONEN, said. wasn’t a problem. “When some of the things that I am inhabited by students once belonged to “I would say to you, ‘Come into this op- greatly concerned about detract from wealthy entrepreneurs and are over 100 portunity given to you and practice be- he would say things like, ‘Oh yeah, the that, it’s more than just being kept up years old. ing native because in less than 9 months landlord“When hesays told they us can’t everything have parties was fine, af- until two, three, or four o’clock every Now this part of the city is recognized you will be a young graduate profes- ter 10 p.m. so it’s always quiet around morning when I have to get up at 4:30 for its hard-working middle class fami- sional.’” here,” Neal said. “We believed him.” a.m. to go to work.” lies and proximity to downtown. The For Danny Melcher, a resident on the The Neals later found out that the man Local residents agree that what’s need- communities around the college are 300 block of San Rafael Street who has they had bought their house from, who ed is more communication between stu- places where neighborhood dogs, like been involved in mediation with the ad- often complained to the college about dents and neighbors. When students one named Tommie that roams San ministration and students over party- problems associated with student par- reach out and build a relationship with Rafael, presides, and residents roast related problems this year, said the is- ties, had allegedly moved furniture and the community, it creates a dialogue that debris from the front yards of surround- prevents police or administrative inter- summer nights. group that has lived near him since last ing student homes in order to make vention. marshmallows in sidewalk bonfires on summer.sue isn’t with all students, just a specific the community seem more cleanly and Neal and Melcher said they rarely or “First of all, I have a lot of respect for “I think it’s all up to the individual tame. never have issues with student neigh- theCC majority students of don’t students always who fit in. go to CC,” students, really,” he said. “The way the They expected rowdiness, but they bors who introduce themselves at the said Cathy Wilson-O’Donnell, a CC alum- system is set up kind of lends itself to were surprised by how much the previ- start of the year and provide contact in- nus and the Colorado College liaison a problem in that I have to deal with a ous owner hadn’t told them. formation in case a party gets too loud for the Old North End Neighborhood. brand new set of kids every single year.” “The people who move here and know or students break the law. “Sometimes we have maybe 500 people Melcher views the college’s policy that there is a student population very near- “I think if you could cultivate some who live off-campus, and the people who mandates students must live on-campus by, [like us], want to get along with stu- kind of culture of mutual respect, then get the most attention are 15 or so stu- until they are seniors or have adequate dents,” Neal said. “They still moved in dents who characterize how the [com- credits as adding to the communication and bought a house and decided to live don’t think that the people who are com- munity] views CC. People look at CC problems he faces with his current stu- here because they had an expectation plainingeverybody actually would want be fine,” to stop Neal parties said. –– “I and just those 15 people and how they dent-neighbors. of what it might be like. And when that I don’t think that’s their goal. I think they act, [and] that’s not a fair representa- “The school is not necessarily teach- expectation is not met, or they are so want a little respect, a little empathy.” tion of the majority of students who live ing students to live in the environment wrong, that’s when there is an issue.” Appugliese said that upticks in party off-campus. But I think that sometimes and it doesn’t provide the opportunity The Neals have called the police once behavior and neighbor complaints hap- tends to be a generalization.” for kids to live here to to three years in on a student party. It was a few years pen on a cyclical basis by year. At the Wilson-O’Donell said that beliefs about a row where they actually are part of ago right before graduation when there start of the millennium, things were the this year’s student-neighbor relations as the neighborhood and actually do have was a student band that was so loud it worst he has seen them in his 15 years being exceptionally worse aren’t fair. neighbors and can assimilate a little bit,” sounded like it was “literally in [their] living near CC. “I actually think it has gotten better be- he said. backyard.” A few years ago he even attended a cause we have a clear avenue of how to Since then, nothing has been bad conference in Texas outlining how col- deal with neighbors,” she said. “If there enough to warrant a 911 call. Others lege party trends work. is a complaint or something, there is a Getting to know the neighbors haven’t been as fortunate. “Overall, I do think we’re making an structured way of dealing with that. I Appugliese said three families have improvement,” Appugliese said. think the college has been very receptive Neal, who is the father of two college left the neighborhood in recent years For now, neighbors want some respect. because of student rowdiness. “One thing I want to make clear, and “When you see good neighbors like we’ve talked about this with the college, The Leechpit says goodbye, again that leave, neighbors you would love to is that it’s not about the parties,” Melcher live next to – I can’t lose those people to said. “It’s about the impact of the parties. Continued from page 1. ber,” Leech said. the party ambitions of students,” Appug- I could care less if they have a party.” Leech felt hopeful that a demonstra- liese said. While noise is the most common com- ...an email from Mr. Leech on October tion of student interest might increase ONEN and CC co-hosted a neighbor- plaint of local homeowners and renters, 21, 2012.” communication on the decision, but hood meet-and-greet for students and it’s the public urination, vandalism, and The initial decision on the lease local community members at the home dangerous acts that impact the commu- caused some outcry from the CC com- “It just seemed like, with that much of a 90-year-old woman who adores the nity the most. munity. support,those hopes they were would not fulfilled.at least open a college. Student turnout wasn’t great, “When students move off-campus they “I really do feel that they made abso- dialogue with us,” Leech said. “And but it’s a start, they say. move into a neighborhood where there lutely no effort whatsoever to get feed- once I got that letter that was sent back “Personally, the only reason I am in are people with kids and people who back before they made the decision,” from Tiefenthaler that said that they the North End is because of CC,” Wilson- have to go to work...” Neal said. “This Leech said. “And after the decision was were trying to work with us…It’s a long O’Donnell said. “I love bing able to attend is not just off-campus and there are no made, people expressed their concern, reputation in Colorado Springs that CC the different lectures and everything CC rules.” and I don’t think the college ever fairly does whatever the fuck they want to considered what they had to say.” do, and we got a taste of that.” Junior Christian Tappe spent several Tiefenthaler contends that the deci- months circulating a petition intended sion to end the Leechpit’s lease is ulti- to demonstrate to the administration mately in the students’ interests. that the student body did not approve “I always admire the passion of our of the termination of the Leechpit’s students and appreciate hearing their lease. The petition gained 400 signa- opinions,” Tiefenthaler said. “However, tures. It wasn’t enough. after discussing this issue with other “Pretty much everyone supported concerned students and considering it once I explained it to them,” Tappe their input, I decided that our decision said. “People were only hesitant be- to repurpose college-owned property cause they didn’t know enough about for student use is the right course of it. I could probably count on one hand action.” the kids I talked to who didn’t sign it.” At the moment, the future of the Tappe and Leech had met at a town Leechpit is uncertain at best. Leech hall meeting earlier this academic year hasn’t found a new locations, yet. and discussed the Leechpit’s future as “Somebody from the college said it’s a CC tenant. nothing personal, it’s just business,” “I went to a town hall meeting and Leech said. “And to me, that’s just like, asked Tiefenthaler what the deal was, and she got really defensive and told that means I’m free to speak my mind me that a town hall forum about CC’s andcool, there it’s just are business, 2,000 students that’s fine, in that but role in the community wasn’t an appro- school who pay a good bit of money to priate place to discuss CC’s role in the get an education and feel like their con- community with a community mem- cerns are being considered.” “I mean, some guy one time said to me, ‘Man, you deserve to rest.’ And I don’t Interested in writing for May 3, 2013 wanna rest. I wanna live life to the- I wanna follow the example of President 41, ComDeb? Email David. and, you know, sprint into the grave.”- Former President George W. Bush Cully@ColoradoCollege. catalystnewspaper.com CD edu for more information. COMMENT AND DEBATE CC endowment: Wall Street to Tejon St., part two In his April 26 company will ask the trustees to unload CC interns who have worked for my of- grate the college’s academic strengths Divestment Catalyst column, stock in the fossil fuel industry from CC’s - with its business aspects. Set the De- Steven Saint “What the stu- $532 million endowment. mission, as well as the students, faculty, partment of Economics and Business Guest Writer dent divestment Further, to take the divestment talk to staff,fice, the and Pikes alumni Peak with Justice whom & Peace we Comwork loose on researching how institutional committee will the next level, the Student Divestment for a just and sustainable future. funds can be moved from Wall Street to say to the trustees,” David Cully outlined Club proposes that the funds (up to $25 Moving money from Wall Street to Tejon Street. This is the cutting edge! the bold proposal that a forward-think- million, I’m told) be shifted from Wall Main Street – here in Colorado Springs, For example, could we form a Colorado ing group of Colorado College students Street to a local investment – a solar ar- let’s call it “Tejon Street” – is part of a plans to present to the Board of Trust- ray on campus that will dramatically re- growing movement to re-localize the ees. economy. Wall Street has spent the last “Wall Street has spent the last Armed with a petition signed by more This is a fantastic proposal, addressing 80 years channeling American invest- 80 years channeling American than half the student body, Cully and theduce concerns the school’s of almost coal-fired all of utility the 50-odd bill. ment into major corporations. Fund managers perpetuate the myth that cor- investment into major corpo- porate investments are low risk – even rations. Fund managers per- after the crash of 2008, when institu- petuate the myth that corporate Greetings from the North end tional investors like Colorado College investments are low risk- even Hello from your neighbors in the Old college on weeknights, weekends, and lost millions in stock value. after the crash of 2008, when We don’t have a local stock exchange North End Neighborhood, block breaks. institutional investors like Col- The Old North End Neighborhood We welcome visitors to the neigh- – yet! – so putting money into a hard as- and Colorado College are two of the borhood and ask students that travel set like a solar array is a great idea. The orado College lost millions in city’s unequaled gems co-located to and from the neighborhood visit- sacrosanct, return-on-investment can be stock value. We don’t have a lo- in the heart of downtown Colorado ing friends and classmates searching projected and precisely measured, and cal stock exchange- yet!- so put- Springs. The Old North End Neighbor- for the next party to respect the peace the college can advance its goal of car- ting money in a hard asset like bon neutrality to boot. hood stretches out over 89 city blocks and quiet that has become the ex- a solar array is a great idea. The covering 1,500 homes just to the pected standard within the Old North I would like the Board of Trustees and north of the Colorado College cam- End. Please, keep the noise down, the the CC Administration to seriously con- sacrosanct return-on-on-in- pus. Colorado Springs was founded in person or persons that you wake in vestment can be projected and 1871; Colorado College in 1874, and the middle of the night or in the early to come in the building a new economic precisely measured” sider this proposal as a first step of many roughly around the same timeframe, morning hours are working folks who paradigm. Imagine Colorado College be- coming a major economic champion in the meadows just north of the col- need their sleep and rest to optimally -Steven Saint lege was developed as the northern perform at their jobs the next day. the local economy! Instead of helping boundary of the city and the estab- Neighbors still complain about the Monsanto destroy the agricultural ca- lished downtown. littering of plastic cups and bottles pacity of the planet, CC could help create The grand and beautiful homes lo- from one party to the next party down permanent local jobs in agriculture, food Springs Stock Exchange? Could some- cated to the north of the college would the block or around the corner. Please, production, and manufacturing. thing like the Business Alliance for Local later be known as the Old North End respect the laws of the state, city, and Local control of business enhances Living Economies (BALLE, pronounced Neighborhood. the long tradition within the Old North what economists call the “multiplier “bawl-EE”), be formed and nurtured lo- Just like the fantastic and unique End of a trash free neighborhood. effect.” Many recent studies show that cally? homes and trees within the neigh- Please, do not litter; rather, reduce, re- every dollar spent at a locally owned Could the Collaborative for Community borhood, the Old North End’s most use, and recycle. business generates two-to-four times Engagement and the Business and Com- prized assets are the neighbors that I would also like to remind visitors to the economic-development impact as a munity Alliance join the effort as well, live within its boundaries. The neigh- the neighborhood to be cautious when dollar exported out of town. advancing the goal of enhancing college- borhood offers a mixed blend of peo- crossing any street on or near the cam- Economist Michael Shuman has cata- community relationships? ple who originate from all aspects of pus, and with the neighborhood. The logued how communities across the Students could go out into the commu- life, from educational to professional Old North End is not as well lit as the country are building tools for the new nity, study and evaluate companies, and backgrounds, doctors and nurses at campus, beware when crossing the paradigm in his book, “Local Dollars, bring back the best candidates for a CC Penrose Hospital, retired folks, Fire- streets at night within ONEN, during Local Sense.” He recommends that Col- investment. Students could work with - or after a hard night’s drinking and or orado College consider developing a various community groups to mobilize ing class families, and everything else partying! Take it from me: being hit by “Community Portal,” which would invest local investors. We could involve alum- fightersin between at Station at all #2,levels students, of education work a moving truck or a bus sucks, and cars endowment dollars into local business. ni who may be interested in seeing the and income. don’t hit any lighter! Look out for each “A Community Portal is a virtual space “town-gown” relationship grow. The neighbors of the Old North other when traveling from one party where businesses and investors can eas- What better place than Colorado Col- End openly welcome students to the to another during the upcoming party lege to both study the tools of a new neighborhood on a yearly basis. When and graduation season. advantage of a Community Portal is that economy, and also invest in them? ily find one another,” Shuman says. “One asked for some of the top reasons why - it allows a small town like Colorado Divestment from fossil fuels and re-lo- they moved into the neighborhood, borly and respectful to each other by Springs to enter the local investment calizing the economy are bold, forward- most of the neighbors would respond keeping We all benefitthe lines from of justcommunications being neigh thinking actions worthy of serious con- that the proximity of the neighbor- open. I encourage you to get to know This Community Portal would inte- sideration by the trustees. Go Tigers! field relatively easily and inexpensively.” hood to the college as one of the main your neighbors! Take the initiative, in- reasons for moving into the neighbor- troduce yourself to your neighbors, let hood. them know who you are, I’m sure you’ll There has been an excellent working relationship between Colorado Col- people who are reasonable folks. lege and the Old North End neighbor- findIf you them cannot friendly reach and an approachableamicable re- hood that dates back to the early days; lationship with your neighbors or of the city 1871, Colorado College; cannot reach common ground of dia- 1874; and the Old North End 1880’s. logue, then please, utilize the different Both the college and neighborhood school agencies, such as Student Life & have and will continue to support the Community Relations Manager or each other’s community interests and contact me via e-mail at president@

neighbors and partners to the College mutual ground of communication and andgoals. understand We definitely that wantthe staff, to be faculty, good oldnorthend.org. Together, we can find and student body feels the same about resolution. our neighborhood. respectHope you’ll to move enjoy forward your visit to and conflict time There have been past occasions within our unique and beautiful neigh- where the ties of friendship have been borhood. Good luck to everyone, have a tested by overzealous student par- safe graduation and party season. tiers. Granted, at times, some of our Thank you, established neighbors have not re- Vic Appugliese sponded so neighborly to being awak- President ened from a night’s sleep by animated Old North End Neighborhood partiers from the college traveling to and from the neighborhood and the Illustration by Isabel Parkinson CD 9 Letters to Colorado College: The LeechpitMay chronicles 3, 2013 It is with sad- expensive suit, high-polished chrome Leech Pit ness in my heart dome, and a goon on each arm, asking Adam Leech that I write to us to leave personally! He also informed Guest Writer inform you, us that Cheryl (the nice lady I told you that after a full about) was no longer our property man- 10 years of proudly serving the music/ ager, and that the “buzz cut” in a suit arts/culture/party needs of the CC Tiger to his right would be taking care of us community, The Leechpit will indeed be from now on. Cheryl had the leak in our forced to close its doors this July. As you are all well aware, this is not our choice, but a decision made by the Colorado removedroof fixed from in less the thanparking 30 minuteslot after flat.the College administration without seeking, Buzz took eight days to have a branch nor dignifying, the feedback of the stu- letter threatening eviction when we had dent population. awind food blew truck it pull down. up forBuzz a few also days. sent us a In spite of a lengthy and rigorous Lastly, and most importantly in my search, we currently have not been able eyes, is her claim to have offered us to secure an acceptable replacement lo- other College-owned properties. Cheryl, cation, so the future of the Leechpit, at this point, is still very much uncertain. had said the college was interested in Furthermore, it has come to my atten- offeringupon her us first a new attempt spot, and at our had removal, offered tion that your fearless leader, Dr. Tiefen- us the “Solar Shade” building on Cache thaler, has been spreading information La Poudre, behind the daycare center, that I feel is factually incorrect, patently across from 7-11. This building, although false, or, at the very least, intentionally perfect for many of the uses the college Illustration by Isabel Parkinson misleading. In a letter sent to me by an says they need our building for, would anonymous whistle blower, Tiefenthaler be horribly suited for a retail store like the kids, and we are going to miss the a whole lot of people can say they sup- stated, in true form, that: ours. Furthermore, had anyone from the hell out of you guys when we are gone! ported their wife and three children for “While the Leechpit has been in busi- college bothered to visit our business, And don’t you go worrying about me 10 years by selling vintage records and ness for a number of years, they did they would know that sharing a parking and my kids...You can keep tabs on us at t-shirts...but I CAN! not become a tenant on Colorado Col- lot with the daycare center could pres- leechpit.com or on Facebook. Hopefully lege property until the summer of 2011, ent some very obvious problems. This we will settle down not too far from here, Thank you. when they signed a two-year lease for was the only location we were offered. Keep Colorado College Lame! use of the property. In September 2012, visit us now and then. If we don’t re- -Adam Leech the College gave them notice that the we received one offer from CC to buy us open,and you though, will all thanks find itfor in everything. your hearts Not to lease would not be renewed. This oc- out.Besides Well, thisthe oneoffer possible came in, new and location, it was curred after the College had offered to quite a bit of money alright - but just a lease them other College property and Alumni support for the Leechpit they declined to move. fuck out! Don’t spend it all in one place, CC utilizes a property manager when right?bit! Only We $6,000 spent farwith more 30 days than to that get justthe President Tiefenthaler, College-owned property is leased and to get moved in. My children will be that manager has had numerous conver- thrilled! sations with the owner of the Leechpit. Never once did the college attempt to two cousins attended CC, too. The College is not renewing the lease in discuss the situation with us directly. IMy am name also isa bigJim fanDziura and andsupporter I am a ofproud the Leechpit,CC alumnus which (‘03). now My occupies mother andthe order for the property to become avail- I’d also like to comment on her claim building at 802 N. Nevada. I understand that Colorado College is interested in able for use by Colorado College stu- that the building will be used for student using that building for its own purposes and is considering evicting the Leech- dents.” activities, ostensibly, as a replacement pit. I am writing this to voice my opposition to that notion and to urge the To clarify, we signed a two-and-a-half for the Carriage House, the Whitney college to not only allow the the Leechpit to stay, but to embrace its presence. year lease at the invitation and encour- Electric, Cossitt Hall and Amphithe- The Leechpit is extraordinary. There are not many places like it. It is a shining agement of former President Dick Ce- ater, The Tiger Pit, or a number of other pillar of cool. It is a champion of all things fun, creative, interesting, and neat. leste’s administration, starting Febru- rooms that can and have been utilized by It is a fantastic place to buy clothes that don’t have brand names emblazoned ary 1, 2011. The lease had an option to students over the years. in boring fonts. It is a place where you can sift through rare records and look at renew yearly, at the college’s discretion, As far as the Leechpit goes, make sure all the fascinating, colorful stuff that was made in the ‘80s (have you seen their and we discussed the various scenarios they secure the doors and windows in which we would no longer be wel- so your equipment doesn’t get stolen, cowboy boots that you end up owning and wearing for the rest of your life, and come, none of which have occurred. Not thatcollection super ofcomfortable Simpsons items?).cardigan It that is where is built you way can better find thanthat anythingperfect pair made of a big deal, but I thought I should point bit. Students have fought for years to out Jill’s misunderstanding. getand amake dedicated them space,fix the soplace please up ause little it, Adam is a Colorado Springs local. He cares about and loves Colorado Springs She fails to mention that the building’s love it, and appreciate it. There is a lot morenow. And than it’s anybody also where should. you He’scan findgot Adam.three sons and a wife and they are one furnace was seized and all pipes in the of “Colo” rock’n’roll history soaked into of the tightest families I have ever seen. He is involved in local politics and he building were frozen when we tried to those walls, and I hope the building will move in, and it required an additional 10 see better days before it sees a wrecking for the Independent. He puts on concerts. He is one of the strongest purveyors days before we could occupy the build- ball. The Conoco building disappeared offights community the city when I have they ever want known. to stop Ever picking since upAdam the trash.was young, He writes he wanted a column to pretty fast, though... have a place he could feel comfortable, a place where people with blue hair nearly an additional week of deep clean- As someone with intimate knowledge would feel welcome. He wanted a place where people talked about the things inging. to After remove finally the gainingrodent urine access, and it feces took of the building and neighborhood, I can he loved – punk rock and weird art and cool clothes and wonky things that (and accompanying odors) before we make ridiculous noises. He always wanted to have that place, and so he built it. could begin setting up our store, which throw anything that even resembles a At times, Colorado College has faced derision within the community for ex- she is correct to point out, has served decentconfidently party say in thatthis location.you will notWithin want vis to- isting within its own “CC bubble.” The Leechpit has made great strides in di- the CC community for over a decade. ibility and ear-shot distance from both minishing that reputation on behalf of the college. It is a gathering place for CC - - students and locals alike, and people love it. The fact that it moved closer to pleasant situation much earlier than she ber Street Liquor, any decent party will campus just reinforced that relationship and I’m afraid a move by CC to evict statesAlso, in they her first letter, notified almost us immediately of this un quickly7-11 and become half the a magnetwalk-in fortraffic freaks of Weand the Leechpit in order to use the space for itself will be seen as an act of impe- after T’s reign began, in August of 2011 weirdos of all persuasions. No less than rialism. There are alternatives and something can be worked out, like putting (just six months into our lease). The 15 cop cars drive by every hour! It’s not the already-owned Whitney building to better use. CC administration sent our property exactly the ideal spot to party, I can as- In a city that is painfully devoid of anything resembling a personality, the Leechpit is a beacon of hope. It is the embodiment of a person’s dreams and simply ask us to leave. Granted, she was be” have thought all of this through. it is the livelihood for a family. It represents many of the virtues that CC’s stu- verymanager nice fromabout Griffis/Blessingit, and apologized over pro to- sureAnyhow, you. But I’m I sorryam sure to feedthe “powersyou my sourthat dents hold high - thinking for yourself, being a self-starter, questioning author- fusely for the unusual expense, but it did grapes, but I just thought I would set the ity, creating community. Evicting the Leechpit would be a sad blow to every- seem pretty damn lame, and it made us record straight before the Leechpit is body in the community that holds those things dear and it would be a tragic realize that we should probably not get gone forever. I also thought you might too comfortable, and the new admin- want to know how how well the people sell those at Focus on the Family). It would also be a really dick move. istration was probably not going to be that charge you $56,000 a year for tu- lossDo fornot anybody evict the hoping Leechpit. to Instead,find that embrace magical itpair and of love cowboy it, like boots so many (they of don’t your quite as “kick-ass” as the crew that Dick ition “listen,” and how well they treat the constituents. Celeste ran. community they are always claiming to Cheryl approached us at least two be “reaching out” to. The Leechpit was a Warm regards, other times before the President of bridge, and sadly, the bridge is burning. Jim Dziura That said, the Leechpit loves you guys,

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Page 5 Page 5 Page 5 news: Page 4 FRIDAY News: News: News: News: News: Women’s and ACTIVE Chris Starr, Dir. of Intramural and Club Sports, talks about taking intramurals too seriously, bowling, inner tube water polo and the Olympics ›ƒ ƒ‡•ǡ‹”‡ –‘”‘ˆ—–†‘‘”†— ƒ–‹‘ǡ–ƒŽ•ƒ„‘—– –”‹’•ǡ‹–‡”ƒ –‹‰™‹–Š•–—†‡–•ǡ•Ž‡‡’‹‰„ƒ‰•ǡƒ†Š‹•†‘‰Ǥ Aaron Cohick, The Printer of the Press at Colorado College, talks about typos, art, books, design, and his occupational hazards. Senior Sarah Phillips works with Globe- Jenn sides, staff Assistant in the Political science department, talks about hating politics, champagne CC Farm intern Mel Yemma launches new President Jill Tiefenthaler talks about a tuition hike, skiing, beating up on DU, the en- Page 5 Page 5 Pat Cunningham, the new director of Campus Safety, talks about keeping CC safe, slacklining, bongs and vomit in the Safe Ride van. 3 Page 5 Page 8 Page 10, 11 on the quad, her relationship with students, and what college-aged kids are “into.” Page 9 weekly column on all things food. dowment (again), strategic planning, and her biggest challenges day to day. Med in Africa. Men’s Swim and Dive Yoga club on campus. 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He was a The Mountain Shadows neighborhood where Don Meaney’s house burned to the ground during the Waldo Canyon Fire this summer. Photo by Sam Zarky LOCAL POLITICS Jack Sweeney don’t want to be were leaked to The Catalyst. - $67,000 recall of andtimes jokes over sharedthe last by two the years. Mitrani family Jack Sweeney from an individ- Colleen Leong • •‡ ‘† „Ž‘  ing last art professor at storyteller. block week’sFollow- Staff Writer - a part of. The disclosed election results for the- ColoradoPART ICol OF- ing A kept CATALYST secret in order to withholdSPECIAL that REPORT funds promised to them in the budget and their friends after the death of their Guest Writer ual who said he Guest Writer ƒ‡ –‘ ƒ Ž‘•‡ǡ filled with booze, Tucker Kelleher-Brozost the University “Mando defined journalism as an act of NEWS THe endOWmenT In acTIOn Staff Writer pass- Jesse Paul The top right drawer of the desk in his Student Trustee position that were sup lege’s endowment set by the Colorado College Student Gov- son, Colorado College Junior Reuben Eli was in a parking •–—†‡–• •–ƒ‰- costumes and some rowdy behavior of Colorado at good faith in revealing, retelling, or un ing of News Editor office on the fourth floor of the Spencer- posed to be kept confidential by the CC- Jesse Paul “That is never really the intent from Cash or stocks are donated to the school, Mitrani, who passed away on Monday, ‰‡”‡† –‘ ϐ‹‹•Š quickly went south for one sophomore Colorado springs, raveling the basic understanding of our $532,230,000knowledge from the community. often with a designated purpose such as Center is filled with fake IDs from CC Everything - Student club leaders, as Film Union the Colorado College campus, and had a SGA show that the Board of Trustees did- News Editor Žƒ•– ‹—–‡ ’”‡- who found himself on the wrong end of- stood in the world,” said Aaron Edwards, one of his- students; some 60, illegally forged pub not choose the elected winner of a stu thatis like happens the sun. on son, Assistant Treasurer and Director of financial aid or for a particular department. Presidenternment last Janine year. Armstead put it, are left lot in the 1000 block of Cascade Ave., on •‡–ƒ–‹‘•ǡ’—––Š‡ϐ‹ƒŽ–‘— Š‡•‘–Š‡‹” grassy median of WALDO CANYON tiona handgun as to whetheron the Mathias or not quad. the gun was Amendment 64 in Colorado, legalizing closest friends, who met Montano at a lic documents used to purchase alcohol. dent vote for the board position, accord campus eventually rotates around the our space, at all,” said Stacey Lutz-David The money is the fiduciary responsibility of confused and disappointed with what Sept.Memories 24 in Geneva, and laughter Switzerland. seemed the The subject hung up before any other ϐ‹ƒŽ ’ƒ’‡”• ƒ† ”ƒ ‡ –Š”‘—‰Š ’ƒ‰‡• ‘ˆ Nevada Avenue surrounded by his stu- From left: Outside The Leechpit, customers stroll in during the last few months of the iconic store’s existence near the CC While there has been some specula the use of recreational marijuana under journalism institute for minority report- Now they have a new purpose: to train ing to election documents. Jack Sweeney The evacuation- in the Waldo Canyon fire. His house some important documents and headed - the Investment Committee of the Board of “they consider the possible need to start only He appropriatewas just 20 yearsway to old. encompass the gun, said Campus Safety. –Š‡‹”–‡š–„‘‘•–‘•–—†›ˆ‘”–Š‡‹”‡šƒ•Ǥ dents, hoisting a sign calling to “save ers. “He was very open about his love of notice for the was among the 300 that burned to the downtown.” Investments. campus. Adam Leech, owner, and his children inside The Leechpit. Photos by Veronica Spann. certain provisions, state of�icials aren’t other local officers on how to pick them- The disclosure of the election results- Staff Writer - - HOW IT WORKS Trustees. life of a leader, a maniac, a comedian, CSPD units arrived on campus at about —– ‘‡†—•‘ˆŠ—”•†ƒ›ǡ –Ǥͳͺǡ–Š‡› real or a toy, the incident marks at least the Leechpit.” steen’s class, as part of journalism that worked toward a com- out. Mountain Shad ground after the winds changed, and he He also grabbed two personal art between$532.53 millionover two that dozen is invested independent in a di - The recalls are a result of an over-al- information could be gathered. the only ones busy at work trying to an- - violated an agreement made by CCSGA and most of all a friend to everyone who ˆ‘—†–Š‡•‡Ž˜‡••ƒ•ƒ ‡••–‘–Š‡‹”‡Ǧ the second time this year at CC where- a community-based project, chose to mon good - exposing corruption, giving ows neighbor is now trying to find a way to recover af pieces: one that had won an award and a verse mix of asset allocations spread out fund raising.” swerThe questionsadministration about at the Colorado implications Col- Clockwise from left: A taxicab in Colorado Springs bearing a CC hockey advertisement. Photos from the hockey team’s game last Saturday night showing The full array on his desk is impres and the Board of Trustees when the Stu An artist rebuilds after the Waldo Canyon Fire sponsibility of the Investment Commit- CC retains a company called Monticello and located budget, the lack of a safety net said Pat Cunningham, Director of Cam- ThreaT UnfoUnded: ƒ‹Žƒ ‘—–•Ǥ a gun was reported on campus, leaving spend the remainder of their semes- a voice to people without one, and work hood where Don ter a harrowing physical and emotional portrait that was still a work in progress. The endowment is the fiduciary re 1 a.m. but did not locate the suspect, of the state-wide vote. a packed house at the World Arena, fi lled with local fans not affi liated with the college. The hockey team is an international representative of the college. sive. Newton pulls two Ohio IDs to com dent Trustee position was created, thus - - Financial aid, professorships, depart- Associates based in Denver which assists in for rollover surplus funds, and false, im- at CC who disliked Reuben, and if they Reports of a gunman in the Tutt ‘ˆ—•‹‘ƒ†„‡™‹Ž†‡”‡–‡•—‡†Ǥ some involved in the confrontation feel ter protesting against the closing of the ing against the status quo.” Clockwise from top left: New student Amanda Kahn talks with other students who participated in the Bridge Program. First The LeechpiT SayS goodbye - Photos courtesy of CC Communications by Casey B. Gibson and the Athletic Marketing Department. pare, one fake and one real. Meaney lived was issued on Sat., June ride. - He thought he would be back in a couple mentmanagers. funding, and even library books consults with Monticello and Associates, investing in management companies possible promises, leaving the need for knew him. There wasn’t a single person extensive search by both the police and Library parking lot weren’t passed Photos from the brawl that followed CC’s 6-5 loss to DU two weeks ago. The fight raised security concerns after CC fans generation college students, members of historically underrepresented populations at CC, and students from underre- threatening the relationship between Dz  ƒ‹Ž› Œ—•– ‘—Ž†ǯ– ˜‹‡™ ”‡’Ž‹‡• ing uneasy about their safety. iconic downtown area shop. Montano, son of CC professor and- “With a little bit of training, I can spot 23. Meaney was downtown at a Demo “Envision London, Berlin or Tokyo af of days. are among the many entities funded by tee of the Board of Trustees. The Board- major reform within the CCSGA Finance pus Safety. Cunningham said, after an on to students last block. Photo by lege is also trying to work out the de- tossed stadium debris onto the ice, raising questions about the violence of the rivalry. Photos courtesy of Casey B. Gibson. sourced high schools mingle at the start of the Bridge Program. Three members of the CC community meet during Bridge. - the two parties. - ƒ„‘—– Žƒ••™‘”ˆ”‘›’”‘ˆ‡••‘”ƒ† Jeremy Harlam, sophomore, was walk “i have lived down the street from the Chair of the Anthropology Department, this from a mile away,” said Newton, cratic Party function when a friend ter war,” Meaney said. “The cities desert- Meaney lost his home on Tues., June the millions of dollars raised and invest- ket research and recommends which Monticello works with board to create an as- Committee and student leaders who are did, then they didn’t really know him. Teddy Link. tails. Photos by Jenn Sides and courtesy of Colorado College Communications. Some members of the CCSGA executive town, current CC students, alumni, col-  ‘—Ž†ǯ– •‡‡ ‡Ǧƒ‹Ž• –‘ ϐ‹‰—”‡ ‘—– › NEWS ing with a group of friends from Mathias Leechpit for two years and this is the Mario Montano, and Diane Alters, Aca tapped him on the shoulder and asked, ed. The people gone.” 26. When asked about the loss of most a firm from Denver, who presents mar set allocation model In Harrisburg, Pa., Mitrani’s home campus officials, that the call appeared College representatives were very highlighting the difference in the holo- council have expressed worry that there scrambling to correct and balance the lege President Jill Tiefenthaler, and Kobi What ensued, however, was a partial • Š‡†—Ž‡ ˆ‘” –Š‡ —’ ‘‹‰ ™‡‡‡†ǡdz For ten years- that want to schedule activities…Our on N. Tejon St., is the only business on to midnight breakfast last Wednesday, HOCKEY AS COLLEGE AMBASSADORS most idiosyncratic shop in town,” steen Jack Sweeney clear, however, that the rules regard- demic Communications Specialist in grams. “...is a beer worth it?” will no longer be a student vote to assist “Don, are you watching the news?” Don is an artist, but he saw no inspira of his personal artwork, he changes the “We’re madly spending it, we’re try- “When students say the endowment is Chumash, Director of Jewish Life, gath- to be false. •ƒ‹†Œ—‹‘””‹Žƒ›ǤDz Œ—•–™ƒ‹–‡†‹–‘—–ǡ The Leechpit has The Leechpit’s block that is not owned said as honking cars buzzed by. Staff Writer rado college with view is that there aren’t enough spaces - Oct. 31 around midnight when they ing marijuana use on campus have not BrawL raises q ff he iCe CC’s Communications Department and “Then I saw the fire and thought, tion in the scorched landscape. subject. ed. ourmanagers money, the that’s college not reallyshould true invest because in. Board has Monticello do research on as- At the end of last academic year, stu in electing a Student Trustee. ing to raise it and we are trying to make “In my opinion, the bulk of the fault ered to show support for the Mitrani Tutt Library and dormitories through- Š‘’‹‰ˆ‘”–Š‡„‡•–Ǥdz provided Colo- for students to have their own kind of by the college. spotted some figures across the way. Along with his students, wielding signs CC visiting journalism professor, was ‘That’s not good,’” said Meaney. “I went “I see tragedy,” he said. “Its awfully quiet, isn’t it?” he mused. their isn’t any tuition money in the en- set managers and presents them to Board. budget. lockdown of campus. Students in the changed. dents received an ominous e-mail from “If the leak originated from CCSGA, it falls onto the Finance Committee last out campus were told to stay inside and Š‡ ‘—–ƒ‰‡ ™ƒ• ‹‹–‹ƒŽŽ› ƒ—•‡† „› ƒ activities where they want to design “I thought I’d be able to stay longer be- “We saw a group of four people dressed CC HOCKEY bearing phrases like “the Leechpit saved found dead early on the morning of June - The whole Rocky Mountain state is re- - Newton and retired Director of Campus represents a breach of confidentiality,” home and pulled out my map. The fire By Sunday after the initial evacuation Meaney talked about the process of President for Finance and Administra- Monticello brings managers that are often In a standing-room-only service at the Šƒ”†™ƒ”‡ˆƒ‹Ž—”‡–Šƒ–„”‘‡ ‘—‹ ƒ- funky party cos cause they couldn’t develop the whole ingThey local loom roads, on “ambassador” to the college as a whole. we have on campus that is recognized NEWS My Life” and “We Love the Leechpit,” NEWS - them.” in all black crossing towards Mathias acting to the ballot results in which vot- Colleen Leong 30 in Mexico City, Mexico. Safety Ron Smith – turn in your fake ID said Elliot Mamet, CCSGA constitutional started in Cedar Heights so, I thought, was ordered, the firestorm grew more collapsing the foundation, rebuilding, money off it,” said Robert Moore, Vice unavailable to other investors due to Mon- Stanley Sigalov, current CCSGA Financial localfamily. Jewish Community Center where Students were confused about what –‹‘–‘–Š‡„ƒ —’•›•–‡•ǡ•ƒ‹† ‘•‡’Š billboards lin- nationally, even outside of the world of Jesse Paul tumes, vinyl records, knick-knacks, and Leechpit owner Adam Leech sees oth block until they bought out the clean and [my friend] yelled out, ‘Why are you Staff Writer At CC, hockey isn’t a joke. While the Jesse Paul As the final buzz- Brawl footage from the it almost tradition to razzle the opposi- steen and his class plan to protest every A story by the Associated Press report and face no charges, or don’t and face ‘Here’s where I live and there’s Cedar intense. plans for an enclosed deck, and plans for The endowment has come under in- “That’sdowment,” kind saidof a big Nathan thing Lee,people Colorado get up ticello’s 20 years in the business year—particularly Logan [Dahl],” said waskeep actually vigilant. happening on campus, and ”‡•Šƒ - ”‡’‘”–‡†–Š‡”‡™ƒ•ƒƒ™‹–Šƒ‰—‘ –Š‡ ƒ•‡‘ˆŽƒ•–™‡‡ǯ•‰—ƒ ƒŽŽǡ ers legalized recreational marijuana use UestioNs News Editor Breana Taylor my middle and elementary school,” said- class at Colorado College, ever. vice president. “The current system is Reuben once played basketball and lift- Jesse Paul Šƒ”ƒǡ  ›•–‡• †‹‹•–”ƒ–‘”Ǥ tschotchkes. But after all that time fuel erwise. - ers,” he said. wearing all black, pussies,’” Harlam said. the windows of school lacks a football team, a de�ining academics…that exposure is very valu- er sounded at the tion. Monday and Wednesday afternoon for ed, “Montano’s body was found in the the law. Heights, 13 miles away.’ I assumed they “I thought, ‘OK, I’ll start taking some a larger house set back further from the tion/Treasurer. College Student Government President. Dahl was last year’s Financial Vice ‹Ž› Ž˜‹‰ ™ƒ• –Š‡‘Ž‘”ƒ†‘‘ŽŽ‡‰‡ ƒ’—•Ǥ –Š‡ ‘–‹ϐ‹ ƒ–‹‘ •›•–‡ ™ƒ•ǯ– ‹’Ž‡- with 55 percent of the statewide vote. CC-DUNews Editor CC-DU game can be found o t wasn’t worried Taylor. “Coming here was not something “Diversity has been a push for us, and a compromise between CCSGA and the- tense scrutiny from the CC community ed weights, hundreds of friends, family ‡Š‹†–Š‡†‡ ‹•‹‘‘––‘‘–‹ˆ› ƒ’—•‘ˆ‰—ƒNews Editor Š‡–Š‡‡Ǧƒ‹Ž•‡”˜‡”•™‡”‡—ƒ„Ž‡–‘ ing CC culture, the small shop on Nevada “Why would they take back this 50- or In the midst of the Cleaners and The “... One of the group came up to me and they advertise on aspect of many larger universities, the cameable.” the inception of the Colorado Col- World Arena two “[CC center] Rylan schwartz delivered two hours until the conclusion of their elevator shaft of an apartment building “Last year, a few students were caught were just being overly cautious.” photographs. So I’m going to spend a street. because of investments that some call It’s our money but it’s also all the alum- Investment Committee of Board makes a Vice President. ƒ‹‰ Š‡” ™ƒ› Š‡•—„Œ‡ –Š—‰—’„‡ˆ‘”‡ƒ›‘–Š‡” ‡–‡† „‡ ƒ—•‡ –Š‡ –Š”‡ƒ– ™ƒ• †‡–‡”- Nonetheless, the federal, local, and hy- online at www.catalystnews.com New classthat her skinmost color I had worrieddiverse about, even despite in it becollegecertainly domestic history diversity, students board. I hope that the disclosure of this Meaney stands in front of the remains members, and even strangers gathered ”—„ƒ —’•ǡ–Š‡Šƒ”††”‹˜‡•‡˜‡–—ƒŽŽ› Ave. is shutting its doors and looking for 60-year-old gas station building in or- Leechpit is the school-owned Whitney said, ‘Who said that?’ I thought it was a motional posters for Colorado College’s following of the Tigers can rival that of 64 years after CC was founded in 1874 weeks ago and a legal check to the body of a DU player class in order to rally support and stop near where he was living in the capital’s by state liquor enforcement and CSPD Then the winds switched. couple nights at a nice hotel? I might as He will rebuild. WhereContinued: one sawNews a page blank 8 in arms about but it’s really the college’s. decision on which manager to invest with many were told conflicting stories by across campus ‹ˆ‘”ƒ–‹‘ ‘—Ž†„‡‰ƒ–Š‡”‡†Ǥ ‹‡†–‘„‡—ˆ‘—†‡†Ǥ perlocal impacts remain unclear. would be a problem ing more white. It wasn’t too different.” of color, for 10 years,” said Mark Hatch, information does not threaten the stu of his home. Photo by Jack Sweeney - to pray and say farewell to an incredible - ϐ‹ŽŽ‡† —’ ƒ† –Šƒ– ƒ—•‡† ’”‘„Ž‡• ˆ‘” a new home. der for students to have a good time?” Electric building, a potential spot for the CC kid because I was [drinking].” storefronts. “Be a Tiger,” scream the pro- any Pac-12 football team. CC’s student the University of directly in front of their bench right be- the closing of one of their favorite local Condesa neighborhood.” - Meaney, a local artist, lost his home, well grab those bottles of wine,’” he said. CC invests in many different managers, and how to invest with them. Monticello pastPresident three of years CCSGA. was $80,000 as set by Campus Safety. Some believed there to –‘ ƒ–Š‹ƒ• ƒˆ–‡” Š‡  ‘—‹–› ™ƒ• ‡˜‡” ‘–‹- Dz‡ǯŽŽ ‡˜‡” ‘™ ‹ˆ •‘‡‘‡ •ƒ™ Because marijuana is still illegal fed- when she started at Colorado College as Taylor is one of many diverse students- Vice President for Enrollment. “Under- officers and charged,” Newton said. “I dent voice in the future selection of the panies that have had track records of ing, according to interviews conducted •–—†‡–•ƒ ‡••‹‰–Š‡‹”ƒ ‘—–•Ǥ coloradoSoon enough, college The will Leechpit end the will store’s cease Leech said. “They just spent a 100 mil student center instead of The Leechpit.- And, with a little bit of liquid courage, body population just tips 2,000, and yet lege men’s ice hockey team. From hum- Denver finalized its 6-5 hockey win over fore the end of the game,” CC Athletic Di- stores. The cause of Montano’s death and the was able to intervene in several cases his art, and the bulk of his belongings “I threw the wine in the trunk along with environmental“socially irresponsible,” abuses and including corporate com ir- someni’s [etc.].” of whom run a large percentage of takes a fee The approximate club budget for the be an “active shooter” situation unfold ‹†‹‰Š– Š—”•†ƒ› ‘ˆ –Š‹”† ™‡‡ Žƒ•– ϐ‹‡†ƒ„‘—––Š‡”‡’‘”–‡†‰—ƒ‘”–Š‡ •‘‡„‘†›™‹–Š™Šƒ––Š‡›–Š‘—‰Š–™ƒ• erally, Student Activities Specialist Paul a freshman just a few weeks ago. who have joined the Colorado College [former] president Dick Celeste, it was a Student Trustee.” At CC, Mitrani was a philosophy ma- ”—•ƒˆ—ŽŽ„ƒ —’‘ˆƒŽŽ‡Ǧƒ‹Ž‡˜‡”› to exist. lion bucks on an arts building. Did they “Whitney Electric is the perfect place- Harlam became aggressive. - andmen’s representation ice hockey team. to Colorado Springs, school pride, not just in the arena but in ships,ble beginnings nine Conference arose a DivisionRegular Season I team Colorado College, the real scuffle was rector Ken Ralph said. “several DU play- Colorado College recently announced surrounding circumstances are still un- and work on lowering the charges along the college’s money, and others that only person who was years beyond his age. “While CSPD was attempting to verify „Ž‘  ™Š‡ ƒ ƒ’—• ƒˆ‡–› ‘ˆϐ‹ ‡” ‘•‡“—‡–‹ƒŽ‡‡”‰‡ ›”‡•’‘•‡–Šƒ– ƒ‰—ǡ‘”‹ˆ–Š‡”‡™ƒ•ƒ –—ƒŽŽ›•‘‡‘‡ York explained, it is still prohibited by The Little Rock, Arkansas native had community as part of incoming fresh big part of his Vision 2010 for the col- The process for choosing who would jor, though most knew him by his love ‹‰Š–Ǥ not plan it out well enough that they ticefor bandsthere allto thepractice time—and and as nothing a commu is in “I probably said something obnoxious- So what is CC hockey’s relationship the classroom also, is unparalleled. championships,with two NCAA Tournamentand 12 straight champion- winning just beginning. we haven’t felt safe.” ers took offense to the check happening that it plans to end the store’s lease this der investigation. with providing alternative sanctions. I Big Brother is not watching you Students in years past appeared to be Managers make investments and report to raisingthe CCSGA the club Finance budget Committee. to $180,000, Dahl de- whetherduring the or incident. not the call was legitimate, •–‘’’‡†Š‡”Ǥ ‡•—‡†ƒ† ƒ—•‡†•‘‡—•‡––Ž‹‰ˆ‡‡Ž- ™‹–Šƒ‰—™Š‘Œ—•–Ž‡ˆ––Š‡ƒ”‡ƒǡdz—- workingthe Path�inder with its student legal counsel handbook. to see Ac- gone to a predominantly black high man class. Twenty-seven percent of- lege.” become Student Trustee was outlined- Š‡’”‘„Ž‡™ƒ•‘–“—‹ Ž›ϐ‹š‡†ƒ†ǡ lease this coming summer and plans to need to use this tiny garage for student nity space,” Leech said. “I used to prac like, ‘Maybe it was me,’” he said. “Liter Since 1938, Tiger hockey has not only seasons under current Head Coach Scott Players from both teams became en- What the Post article didn’t mention, when the result of the game was no lon- coming summer and hopes to use the “The investigation is active and on- did not want to see any student risk [his underresponsibility. the impression that the endow- the college spitedoubled an unremarkable that figure and endowment then some— pay- Reuben Mitrani stands on top of an overlook above Colorado Springs his freshman year. DzǤǤǤŠ‡› •ƒ‹† ǮŒ—•– „‡ ƒ™ƒ”‡ –Š‡ ’‘Ž‹ ‡ ‹‰• ƒ‘‰ –Š‘•‡ ƒ—‰Š– ‹ –Š‡ Šƒ‘• ‹‰Šƒ•ƒ‹†ǡDz„—–—Ž–‹ƒ–‡Ž›–Š‡†‡–‡”- cording to York, the college is currently school in a community where she felt the new students on campus identify After Celeste left CC, President Jill Tief in an agreement reached by CCSGA and have been intense, once encouraging a –Š”‘—‰Š‘—––Š‡™‡‡‡†ǡ•–—†‡–‡Ǧƒ‹Ž use the existing 60-year-old gas station- activities?” ally within five seconds of that confron the county, and the world, and what ex- been a staple of the college, but also of gulfed in a violent punching and shoving however, were the gestures, words and ger in doubt and started a pushing-and- existing, college-owned, 60-year-old going, and we have been monitoring it or her] future for a beer, so I worked ment investments made by CC were be- hold a small portion.Continued: News page 10 for intramural and club sports. He may Mitrani passed away from complications following an arteriovenous malformation that he area and asked persons in the library to ƒ”‡‘ ƒ’—•ƒ†Ž‘‘‹‰ˆ‘”ƒƒ –‹˜‡ –Šƒ–‹‰Š–Ǥ ‹ƒ–‹‘ ™ƒ• –Š‡”‡ ™ƒ• ‘ ‹‹‡– Pat Cunningham, the head of Campus welcome and safe. CC was different, but themselves as being part of an Ameri enthaler wanted to make sure the goal of the Board of Trustees. Candidates en - •›•–‡• ‘–‹—‡†–‘ ”ƒ•ŠǤ as an open space for student activities. Though he sees it as “a shame” that the there right now. And the school owns it.” tation he pulled out a gun, cocked it, actly does it mean to “Be A Tiger”? Colorado Springs. CC has one of the most historic pro- battle near the visiting Pioneers bench, actions of DU players as they left the ice shoving match.” gas station as an open space for student closely in consultation with law enforce- with CC and we adopted a limited time Sigalov was left with a disproportion- suffered mid-September while studying abroad. Photo courtesy of Donna Orbach. stayCampus inside Safety until officers a determination responded to was the •Š‘‘–‡”ǡǯ ƒ† Œ—•– –‘ „‡ ƒ™ƒ”‡ ‘ˆ ›‘—” Dz –Š‹•‘‡–‹‡•–Š‡”‡‹•ƒ’‡” ‡’- –Š”‡ƒ––‘–Š‡ ƒ’—• ‘—‹–›Ǥdz how the legal change will affect campus. the hiking, biking and outdoorsy nature can ethnic minority, the result of years increasing diversity continued. tered into an election where the student- - ball game after chipping a tooth, but ev-  Dz ‡ ™‡ Ž‡ƒ”‡† ‘ˆ –Š‡ ’”‘„Ž‡ Robert Moore, Vice President for Fi lease had to end so soon, Leech was fully Leech continued, “It seems like the and hit me in the face. He didn’t wave it theHockey cheering games cries at of thestudents, World alumni, Arena “For some students and parents, the Owens, among other accolades. and from the stands came a flurry of sta- that night, and the extent of longstand- the debris tossed onto the ice that fol- activities. the reclaiming of the prop- ment officials in Mexico City,” said Paul of Colorado worried her more than her of purposeful recruitment of diverse -- “Building the strongestContinued: student News page body, 3 reprieve if students were to turn in their body voted for the top three. CCSGA was NEWS - ateout budgetand the as funds Dahl to spent match. his own admin- eryonefriend to still continue gave Reuben playing a inhug a flagafter foot the In the classroom, Reuben was a model •—””‘—†‹‰•ǡdzŽ˜‹‰•ƒ‹†‹–Š‡ƒ–Š- –‹‘ ƒ‘‰ ’‡‘’Ž‡ ƒ„‘—– ‡‡”‰‡ ›  —‹–• ”‡•’‘†‡† –‘ ƒ’—• ƒ– ”‹†ƒ› ‘”‹‰  –Ǥ ͳͻǡ ™‡ ”‡•‘Ž˜‡† ‹– nance and Administration at CC, said the pack the house; stands are �illed with �irst recognition they have of CC might erty and ending the lease will force the Psychedelic bowling to become stricter, more regulated aware that the current location, right on Continued: News page 3 in my face or anything, he literally just Safety, agreed with York and said that dium debris. Nachos, beer, French fries, ing, sometimes violent, clashing, be- lowed was not actually directed at DU Colford, the director of AP Media Rela race. specifically black -- students. fake IDs. I made the decision to send out to keep the election results confiden CC says it doesn’tEver wonder look if- take at legal student action, because e-mails all email ac istration’s funds down to 98¢—leaving was cleared, people who were leaving ‹ƒ•Ž‘„„›–Šƒ–‹‰Š–ǤDz ˆ–Š‡”‡‹•ƒƒ –‹˜‡ ƒƒ‰‡‡–•‹–—ƒ–‹‘•–Šƒ–ƒ••‘‘ƒ• ƒ„‘—– ͳ ƒǤǤǡ ‘–‹ϐ‹‡† ƒ† Œ‘‹‡† ƒ- ™‹–Š‹ͷͷ‹—–‡•ǡdzŠƒ”ƒ•ƒ‹†ǤDz—–ǡ building’s new use could be for “bands be through the national reach of the grams in all of college hockey. Leechpit, a decade-old staple of CC cul- Kiki Lenihan the edge of campus, was temporary pulled it out cocked it and hit me and I while everyone is waiting to see how and napkins sailed into the DU delega- tween the two colleges that has spanned players, according to Ralph. tions, in a recent email correspondence. “My high school was more black than There has never been such a diverse the reprieve email, not as a scare tactic, tial and only release the winners of that CC is looking in counts are technically CC property, cam- Have no fear – this year’s CCSGA without the safety net Mitrani was an integral player on the Barry Sarchett and Lisa B. Hughes. weremade,” provided Cunningham escorts said. to wherever “Once the they call •Š‘‘–‡” ǯ ‰—‡••‹‰ –Š‡”‡ ™‡”‡ •Š‘–• ƒ ƒŽŽ ‘‡•‹™‡’”‡••ƒ„‹‰”‡†„—–- ’—•ƒˆ‡–›‹ƒ•‡ƒ” Šˆ‘”–Š‡‹†‹˜‹†—ƒŽǡ —ˆ‘”–—ƒ–‡Ž›™‡†‹†ǯ–Š‡ƒ”ƒ„‘—–‹–—- the change in the state constitution, the and Tiger fans bleeding black and gold. “Having a recognizable Division I pro- A display of Campus Resource Officer Jason Newton’s collection of fake IDs he has Guest Writer professors and classmates during an students I have seen in my 30 years at that want to practice there or students Quality Cleaners and Laundry, located just got right in his face because I [had hockey program,” said Ken Ralph, Di- Continued: News page 4 tion, striking at least one player and an the distance between Denver and Colo- “My issue with the end of the game ture, to relocate or close. “There is nothing further to add at this 17.9% 2009 butContinued: to help News students page 3 avoid the pitfalls on your @colo pus officials said. NEWS Clubwhistle Baseball was blown. team, involved in Hillel, student. This summer he inspired his ϐ‹”‡†Ǥ ’”‘„ƒ„Ž›•Š‘—Ž†Šƒ˜‡ƒ•‡†‘”‡ –‘ƒ†–Š‡‘–‹ϐ‹ ƒ–‹‘‰‘‡•‘—––‘‡˜- „—–†‹†‘–Ž‘ ƒ–‡–Š‡•—•’‡ –ǡ•ƒ‹†ƒ- –‹Žƒˆ–‡”•–—†‡–•Šƒ†„‡‡ƒˆˆ‡ –‡†— Š the government and local police handle Statistics courtesy of Admissions. tHE most DiVErsE seized. Newton now uses the IDs to train other officers on how to spot the fakes. election. psychedelic bowl- English class called “The World of Od- “...[Reuben] was one of those rare been drinking].” - Ice hockey is a uniting factor not limited rector of Athletics. “There is no doubt equipment manager. rado springs for many years. was the fact that some of our fans threw “ever since we announced we were time.” - that come with obtaining a fake ID.” radocollege.edu However, Dean of Students, Mike Ed “[Dahl] depleted the reserve accounts Continued: News page 2 Continued: News page 4 “—‡•–‹‘•Ǥdz ‡”›‘‡ǡdz•ƒ‹†ƒ–—‹‰Šƒǡ‹”‡ –‘” ’—• ƒˆ‡–›Ǥ —‹‰Šƒ •ƒ‹† ƒˆ–‡” ƒ ‘ˆ Š—”•†ƒ› ‹‰Š–ǡ  –Ǥ ͳͺǡ ƒ† ‡ƒ”Ž› 19.2% 2010 Photo courtesy of Jason Newton From those top three candidates, the- Kiki Lenihan ing is still here, Some of Harlam’s friends sped ahead to the CC community, but a �igurative that hockey is one of the few programs “As much as we are detested and hated the Denver Post didn’t respond to items [plastics cups and plastic bottles] leaving it’s been kind of overwhelming According to a report in the Denver The graph compares the number of email address? monds, pointed out that, because there of rollover surplus funds. ƒ”Ž› ‘ –Š‡ ‘”‹‰ ‘ˆ Š—”•†ƒ›ǡ ‘ˆ ƒ’—• ƒˆ‡–›Ǥ DzŠ‡ ƒ••‡••‡– ‹• ‡š–‡•‹˜‡•‡ƒ” Š„›„‘–Š–Š‡’‘Ž‹ ‡ƒ† campus will be handling marijuana in winners were to interview with the- Guest Writer just not the way ‘”‹‰ǡ –ǤͳͻǤdz to Worner to notify police and safety of Staying alive: when we go down there, we’ve always voicemail messages requesting com- on the ice in frustration with the officiat- how passionate people feel about the Post, “He was there working as a sum- 17.9% 2011 American Ethnic Minority students College officials say no, and unless are so many different resources at CC, then made up the overspent budget with and the Llamapalooza Committee. ‡’–Ǥ ʹͲǡ –Š‡ ‘Ž‘”ƒ†‘ ’”‹‰• ‘Ž‹ ‡ ƒ”‡ƒŽŽ›„‹‰’ƒ”–‘ˆ–Šƒ–Ǥ••‘‘ƒ•™‡ ƒ’—•‘ˆϐ‹ ‹ƒŽ•ǡ–Š‡ ƒŽŽƒ’’‡ƒ”‡†–‘„‡Continued: News page 5 the same way. - Board of Trustees governance commit- you might remem- ysseus,” taught in Greece by professors Š‡ ƒ†‹‹•–”ƒ–‘”• ϐ‹ƒŽŽ› ”‡ƒŽ‹œ‡† Michal Varga was ficials of the attack and possible armed felt safe,” Pioneers coach George Gwoz- ments. ing,” Ralph said. “there is never a time shop,” Leech said. mer news intern with The Associated- 26.9% 2012 from 2009 through 2012. NEWS there is a “rare instance” situation in hacking into student or faculty email as well,” Sigalov said. “He overspent, ‡’ƒ”–‡–”‡ ‡‹˜‡†ƒ ƒŽŽ‘–Š‡‹”‘Ǧ †‡–‡”‹‡–Š‡”‡‹•ƒ‹‹‡––Š”‡ƒ–ǤǤǤ –Š‡’”‘„Ž‡Šƒ†”‡–—”‡†ǡ–Š‡›“—‹ Ž› “It’s still a violation of school policy, tee, which chose one person. Senior Sa ADMISSIONS man on campus. decky told the Denver Post following the the rivalry between CC and DU is de- when it is oK to throwContinued: any itemNews pageon the 6 though those protesting the closure Press, but Montano was not on assign which a community life is at stake, the is only a last resort; a resort that many had roughly $180,000 to spend on spe- ‡‡”‰‡ ›Ž‹‡ˆ”‘ƒ‹†‹˜‹†—ƒŽ™Š‘ –Š‡™‡†‘•–ƒ”––Šƒ–‘–‹ϐ‹ ƒ–‹‘Ǥdz so we are going to do what we always STUDENT LIFE Colleen Leong Since the an its doors, Colorado College’s plethora of- mantha Barlow was chosen by the trust - A CC classic event is still alive and ‘””‡ –‡†–Š‡•›•–‡‡””‘”Ǥ the number of students from the East “Students reported to us in Worner game on Nov. 20. “i would say at the end cades old, and scuffles involving fans of the shop draw support and business, ment at the time of his death, AP execu Athletes, coaches express frustration over El Pomar renovations the Dean’s discretionary funds. Logan school in hong do: document it and forward it on,” awokeAround Seniorto 1:15 a phone a.m. trauma.severely battered after rock climbing fall Jack Sweeney nouncement of its student athletes have found themselves ees and now holds that position. policy is not to interfere with student’s- would not even consider using. ber it. Dz‡Š‡ƒ”†ƒ”‡’‘”–ƒ–—”†ƒ›‘”‹‰ǡ Kiki Lenihan finishing up high Coast and other countries is increasing. that they had witnessed an assault and Leech still recognizes the power that CC Mayor athletes, and a pedestrian bridge to lead CC amongKong topat the Unit colleges- among institutions with with the most students stu- from afar Cunningham said. “The issue of medi- Kiki Lenihan ET, Alexia Duker Peter’s father, Richard Duker, describes of the game (Friday) was the first time and players are not uncommon. in fact, tive editor Kathleen Carroll said.” Staff Writers renovation in May without a home to prepare for their re Last week, however, anonymous personal information. If a student is having mental health is- The endowment paid out $221,000 to  –Ǥ ʹͲǥǡdz Šƒ”ƒ •ƒ‹†Ǥ Dz‡ ”‡•‘Ž˜‡† Staff Writer call from her holds on the property. A street cor- DOWNTOWN RENEWAL ed World college Most recently, CC has found itself that another student had been hit in the Staff Writer feeling “a combination of shock, nausea, Whatever the cause, the outcome is A year ago, there was no specific pol sues, which would be considered a rare well, to the delight of most students. CCSGAcial events this last year, year.” but with the $180,000 Bach has strength of the economy by making the –Šƒ–„›ƒ–—”†ƒ›ȏƒˆ–‡”‘‘Ȑ„›ˆ”‡‡‹‰ cal marijuana on campus came up this son’s cell phone 2011, Colorado- spective sports. - sources, who identified themselves to there’s not a lot more a CC student could ner downtown. when colorado - face with a handgun and it happened- “i figure the ball is in their court. devastating for both the local and the icy regarding hacking into student or or extreme situation, school officials ex Tucker Kelleher-Brozost just an- shoppingThe mayor’s district plan downtown is to increase a location the ELECTION 2012 year, and because it’s still against school dread, concern, and helplessness.” College students- “We have no place to work out and we a Catalyst reporter but asked to remain - - Neon spandex, bowling, glitter, and beer: budgeted by Dahl solely for clubs, “only Photo by Car- —’•’ƒ ‡‘ƒŠƒ”††”‹˜‡–Šƒ–Šƒ†ϐ‹ŽŽ‡† dents from more than 500 miles away.- as they were walking from Mathias to there’s nothing i can do. We really love national journalism community. Guest Writer nounced headedpeople to by the former park from Indianapolis downtown. Mayor policy, we still documented it the same.” calling so late, she answered the phone After con�irming with the hospital that LOCAL POLITICS - have been anx- have to jog alongside the river,” said ju nameless, broke the election agreement faculty email accounts, and during her- pect that this news would come from the- rie White. Kiki Lenihan ‘‰• ˆ‘” „ƒƒǤ —’ƒ‰ƒ‹Ǥdz CC is already an incredibly unique com Worner,” said Pat Cunningham, Direc this spot so we’re going to take advan- Mayor Bach announces downtowna new revitalizationBillWhile Hudnut, the Urban made Landno suggestionsplan Institute panel,about tional students it continues to maintain - The local government has already ex- number. Confused as to why Peter was ofPeter the hadnight arrived and into and the was morning doing as okay, the A recent graduate of Grinnell College iously awaiting the opening of the im nior James Olson, member of the track by releasing the results. City Hall, where the redistricing will be decided. Photo by Teddy Link first year as President of CC, Jill Tiefen student’s friends, professors, RAs, coun ask for. However, in the past there have such as Llamapalooza, Blues Shoes, and ”‡ ›‘— „‡––‡” Š‡ƒ––‡”•™‡”‡ϐ‹ƒŽŽ›”‡•‘Ž˜‡† ‘- munity and with the surge of interna Tucker Kelleher-Brozost the down- tage of the time we have now,” Leech - addition to his extensive list of forth- where citizens can spend a fair amount Guest Writer College admissions representatives tor of Campus Safety. “Then we tracked pressed its disapproval for the amend- the Dukers sat by the phone for the rest in Iowa, Montano was pursuing his pas Voters OK lease of Memorial Hospital to University of Colorado proved El Pomar Sports Center, includ and field team. “Basically the only way The tally of votes revealed that Phillip thaler and other college officials cre selors, or other members of the commu safebeen and some healthy issues environment that campus for officials every- $40,000” was available for special events Bach is currently working on imple- how to pay for these projects, they seem ‘ˆˆ–Šƒ›‘—™‡”‡ ’Ž‡–‡Ž› ‘ ‘†ƒ› ‘”‹‰Ǥ Šƒ”ƒ Staff Writer town streets said. coming changes to downtown, in what of time, and hopefully, money. came to present on the small, liberal arts down the student who had been in ment, and back in October, both the but was surprised to hear another voice s prings sion for journalism and Spanish with an- ing additions to the track and Washburn to get exercise is to jog, which isn’t opti Angelides received the majority of the ated the “Colorado College Information nity. want to fix in order to promote a more “This is when I realized we had a prob- menting several parts of his overall vi- to have been taken seriously by the may- ƒ’—•‰”‘—’•’”‡’ƒ”‡ˆ‘”‡Ž‡ –‹‘ˆ‘—” ›‡ƒ”• ƒ‰‘ǫ ƒŽŽ‡†–Š‡•—††‡Šƒ”†™ƒ”‡ˆƒ‹Ž—”‡Dz—- of Colorado Leech feels the protest of the lease ter- - - admittedschool. to the school and meeting with a global perspective for students on volved in the confrontation and he told Downtown introduces no-soliciting policy internship at The Associated Press. He Management Policy for Data Access.” The policy outlines the procedure that other campus favorites. sion simultaneously, which include put- Colorado Spring City Council and the El on the other line. hospital called every hour with updates. - field. mal for our training. Also [the trail] isn’t vote, winning the general election by - Š‡Ͷ͹’‡” ‡–Ǩ ‡š’‡ –‡†ǡdzƒ†ƒ˜‹†Š‹–‡ǡƒƒ‰‡”‘ˆ Varga, a native Slovakian, after being campus. - us pretty much the same thing.” mination would be more influential to was then planning to attend The Univer His newest proposal, which Bach said ting surveillance cameras around Acacia “Colorado Springs needs to try to trade - Paso County Board of Commissioners Senior Zac Chapman drove all night CC students are always doing crazy At the moment, however, the renova the best for sprinting either because over 100 votes and more than 10 per “No one really wants to sit around and requests for access “must specify in- oneable involved.tickets, anti-counterfeit measures, would have only paid for events through ‹”‡† ‘ˆ ’‘Ž‹–‹ ƒŽ ƒ†•ǫ –ǯŽŽ ƒŽŽ „‡ ‘˜‡” –Š‡ ‡Ž’‡•ǡ‡ Š‘‡†–Š‹••‡–‹‡–Ǥ Right now is recruiting season for CC Harlam and the friends he were with have moved the administration if CC students were sity of Barcelona to earn his master’s de lem,” Sigalov said, “because $40,000 ishe still is called in the a “downtownearly planning renaissance.” stages, is to offor’s the office. Olympic presence here to gener- passed resolutions opposing it. from Moab, Utah to Grand Junction, Col., outdoor activities, from slacklining over tion of El Pomar is behind schedule, it’s gravel. The old track was the worst cent over Barlow. CITY POLITICS read people’s email,” Tiefenthaler said.- writing the date being sought, the name Students can expect fewer avail- •‘‘ǡ‹††‘•Ǥ Dz ‡ ™‡ ˆ‘—† ‘—– –Šƒ– –Š‡”‡ ™ƒ• Emily Chan - who brought CC parapher admissions, so many admission direc were unimpressed by the response one step closer to looking a lot different. involved. CC students Weston sandfort gree in journalism this fall. An artist rebuilds - pass a city ordinance making Acacia Park Marian House soup kitchen away from ate tourism, which is a very fundamen- They expressed the fear that this would shaken up from a daylong horror story. canyons to rafting through level �ive rap- much to the disdain of students and track I’ve ever seen.” Barlow came in second while Colby- A new coming election season. The first item “It’s bad enough to read my own email.” associated with the data, and a compel- terfeiting tickets, violence while try- Students dressed in neon party underneath a bowling alley’s black lights as part of Psychedelic - •™‡‡–‡”–Š‡ϐ‹ƒŽ†ƒ›•‘ˆ–Š‡ʹͲͳʹ ƒ‹••—‡ˆ”‘–Š‡•–—†‡–•ǡ™‡ Š‡ ‡† nalia, took them to dinner, and brought tors are traveling abroad in search of time, however. the City Council passed a new ordi- and elliot Mamet have assumed the re- Tucker Kelleher-Brozost downtown,Park (by mid-November,) making the meters moving down the- have a serious detrimental impact to the “What I experienced on that day, it was ids, and there is no end to the extreme After his death, popular news outlets- coaches alike. While he feels the renovations will be Diamond was in a close third. The policy formally states that CC re ling reason for accessing the data.” - stricter rules and tighter security. Coun Bowling in 2009. The controversial event will be restructured this year. Photo courtesy of Lila Pickus. cultthe beginningfor me to ask of December.Mike Edmonds There’d [Dean be ‡Ž‡ –‹‘ •‡ƒ•‘ǡ ’‘Ž‹–‹ ƒŽ ‰”‘—’• ˆ”‘ ‹ ™‹–Š ‘—” ‡–™‘”‹‰ –‡ƒ ƒ† –Š‡› future Tigers. nance on Nov. 13 creating a no-solici- sponsibility of organizing that support. RedistrictingGuest Writer move causes by on the agendacontroversy is the redistricting proj admission packets - was hooked. “I went up to [Campus Safety] after it Colorado Springs community. terrifying,” Chapman said. “It kept me up levels these adrenaline junkies will go. flooded with tweets, Facebook posts, spects the privacy of its faculty, staff, Next, the request is sent to three se underage drinking are among the main ofnone Students] second semester.for more Itmoney made to it diffideal town accept credit cards, and extending ǡ ‘ „‘–Š •‹†‡• ‘ˆ –Š‡ •’‡ –”— ƒ”‡ ™‡”‡ ƒ„Ž‡ –‘ ‡˜‡–—ƒŽŽ› ”‡•‘Ž˜‡ –Š‡ ‹•- As students traipse past Cutler Hall- a big improvement, Olson wishes they “The Student Trustee position is a vot- the City ect, which is being spearheaded by City a smoke-free zone. This new smoke-free “I just kind of set my mind on CC and- All of the United World Colleges—in- happened because I really just wanted tation zone around downtown. the law the two CC students recently submit- and pictures about the life of an extraor and students, but “in rare instances, the nior college officers, the College Presi ing to get onto the buses, and excessive with this year’s si his campaign promises to make down- identifytal driver Colorado of the economy Springs of as downtown,” the town “Colorado would become the pot dis- iafor was nights…it that her was son, terrifying.” CC senior Peter Duk- Even though students sometimes feel and into Worner, they cannot help but- would be completed more quickly. ing member on the board and the way- Council is Clerk Sarah Johnson. Every four years, problems that come with the off-campus around 600, and with security, bowling total number will decrease from around –Š”‘™‹‰ ‡˜‡–• ƒ† ‡ ‘—”ƒ‰‹‰ ƒŽŽ •—‡ǡdzŠ‹–‡•ƒ‹†Ǥ being from Slovakia, [but going to high- Swaziland, Hong Kong, Singapore, Italy, to report there was a gun on campus and passed by a vote of 8 to 1, with Council- ted a proposal to the executive council of dinary young man whose time was cut college will exercise its right to access dent, the Dean, and the Vice-President area is part of the Mayor’s effort to fulfill whereHundut the told Olympic the Gazette. headquarters “The need is lo to- tribution center of the United States,” What Chapman was calling to tell Alex- indestructible, it is always important Memorial Hospital has been leased by the notice the bulldozers and other ma “We’re not going to give up [despite we got that to work was by a combina- changing the city is redistricted into four zones, - alley employees, other bowlers, CC ad- •–—†‡–•–‘˜‘–‡Ǥ  ”‹†ƒ›‘”‹‰ǡǯ•‡–™‘”˜‡- school in Hong Kong], I wanted to con LasUK, Vegas—are the Netherlands, on cc ’s Bosnia radar as & well Herze as not so much what had occurred,” said man Val snider holding the single dis- CCsGA, “imploring them” to stand in op- short. this data.” for Finance and Administration (CFO). tuation.” the time that cars can park at the meters. AmendmentCommissioner 64 Amyhad passed Lathen unanimous- said, ex- to recognize the great risks inherent in City of Colorado Springs to the University chinery hard at work on the dated cen not having a track],” said cross country tion of student votes and [the] gover the map for voting districts in Colorado each with its own representative. There This year’s tickets will have intricate WHaT Happened TO THe fundS? Š‡ ƒ’ƒ‹‰•ǡ„‹ŽŽ‹‘•‘ˆ†‘ŽŽƒ”•ǡƒ† †‘””‡’Žƒ ‡†–Š‡ˆƒ—Ž–›Šƒ”†™ƒ”‡ǡ™Š‹ Š tinue my international experience,” Var govina, Norway, Canada, Costa Rica, and Kenyon McFarlane, a sophomore who senting vote. position to the termination of the Leech- Edwards posted a story he wrote - town“I believe more stronglypleasant infor doing its citizens everything and TheAfter coal-fired an advisory Martin panel Drake convened Power Plant ear- plaining why the resolution to oppose terer, hadto a fallentrauma 20 hospital feet around in Grand Castleton Junc- these activities. of Colorado Health System following a ter, which originally opened its doors and track coach Ted Castaneda. “We nance committee,” said Ben Quam, for Springs. It will change the way council are five at-large representatives who Rare is the key word in the clause. Two out of three of these officials must codepastime. on numerous Because of occasions, counterfeited which tick is real tickets and all those with counter- 550 to 500. - Dahl’s spending of the majority of Š‘—”••’‡–˜‘Ž—–‡‡”‹‰™‹ŽŽƒŽŽ —Ž‹- ƒŽŽ‘™‡†„ƒ —’•–‘”—ƒ‰ƒ‹Ǥ–‹Ž–Š‡ ga said. was with Harlam when he was attacked. snider did not offer an explanation for pit’s lease. about Montano on Facebook after the - to heal the waning economy. liermight this also year, be iton was the decided way out. that, among includecated is theof critical controversial importance.” idea to ban pan- - Tower, Utah and was �lown by helicop- Over second block break, a large group vote last week in which local citizens over- in 1970. Questions like, “When will it have been doing most workouts off mer CCSGA president and initiator of the A “rare instance” can be defined as approve the request in order for it to be- bothets, bowlingillegal and alleys unfair have for them breached and their fire feitedministration, tickets, plusthere the ended 550 studentsup being withover - funds, possible surplus money, during ƒ–‡ ‘ ‘˜Ǥ͸Ǥ Š‡ ‘—‰‡’—„Ž‹ ƒ• „ƒ —’• ‘’Ž‡–‡†ǡ Š‘™‡˜‡”ǡ –Š‡ •›•- many other international schools that his opposition. People sleep in Acacia Park downtown where a new ordinance has now banned soliciting. City Coun- “i felt that through student govern- - members are elected for office in com are not affiliated with any district. This Other efforts led by the mayor’s office Students are coming from all over the- “They made us find [Harlam] first which- ly on the board. “This is [a] horri�ic pro- of CC students set off to Utah to go camp- news came out, writing, “What makes whelmingly approved of the move. Read a situation in which the college or any fully processed, where it will then “go to other things, America the Beautiful Park handling in the downtown area, a policy Duker learned that Peter had suffered a Senior Peter Duker with his climbing gear on the cil voted Nov. 13 to enact the law, which they say was a response to business owners who have open?” and “Can we peek inside?” are campus and have contacted a couple Student Trustee position. “The top three ing years while causing controversy re year has been different, however. After details to make them much more diffi Ž—„ƒ†‡‘ ”ƒ–•™‹ŽŽŠ‘•–ƒ‡Ž‡ Continued: News page 4- Jill Biden speaks to students outside of the Carriage House. Photo by Ellie Nesbit. –‡ ‘–‹—‡† –‘Continued: Šƒ˜‡ ’”‘„Ž‡• News page ™‹–Š 3 country and the world for the moun have connections to programs like the Cutler Hall, home of the admissions of- took a while and still they didn’t want to the new law was drafted in response ment, we could have an active dialogue canwe canhelp forbuild our the downtown,” soul of our Bach commu told- - posal.” Continued: News page 3 tion. After a moment of utter shock, Mrs. ing, hiking, and climbing.Continued: Amongst News page the 6 Cutler quad. Photo by Veronica Spann. complained that solictors have reduced their sales. Photo by Teddy Link. his death so confusing is the fact that more about the political and social impacts abuzz among CC’s active and fit student high schools about using their tracks.” vote-getters [were] nominated for selec member of the community is a danger the Vice-President Continued:for Information News page Man 2 Most bowling alleys’ full capacity is To prevent an oversell of tickets, the cult to copy. If you show up with a coun –‹‘‹‰Š–’ƒ”–›ƒ–͸’ǤǤ‹‘”‡”•–‘‡ –Š‡Šƒ”††”‹˜‡•ϐ‹ŽŽ‹‰—’Ǥ Continued: News page 6 Continued: News page 6 to complaints by someContinued: business News owners page 3 between student leadersContinued: and News adminis- page 4 Continued: News page 2 Photo by Veronica Spann Continued: News page 2 Continued: News page 4 garding racially based divisions. April- a city vote in April Continued:2011, it was News decided page 4 Continued: News page 4 Continued: News page 3 the Gazette. “It is the heart of our city. It Continued: News page 6 tains and block plan. The amount of na Associated Colleges of the Midwest. fice. Photo by Veronica Spann. believe it was a real gun and they want Mando as a human being embodied the on page 2. population. Lacrosse players, like freshmen Chris tion.” to themselves or others. It could also employees. 600 people within the complex. is six months away and already the should be renamed “Olympic Park,” in tive Coloradans is slightly declining and major head injury along with other face Particularly antsy for El Pomar to open be a situation in which the college must City Council is gearing up for the up nity.” clude a “Wall of Honor” for U.S. Olympic connect News about the greater CC community is available all day on Twitter. Tweet @catalystnews to join the stream now. connect News about the greater CC community is available all day on Twitter. Tweet @catalystnews to join the stream now. Connect: News about the greater CC community is available all day on Twitter. Tweet @catalystnews to join the stream now. 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Photo by Shake strikes local Eliza Carter Study abroad SUMMER SESSIONS Davis Shamburger Editor-in-Chief air during Flight 157 of an WINTERFEST sic videos. hadword toassocia- blurt do with the recent mass shootings,” Veronica Spann. Heavy snowfall blankets campus, students celebrate Students’ in-�light ‘Harlem Shake’ prompts federal investigation Staff Writer mark of CC’s concerted effort to focus on the new El decidedly abolished, VDP has raised Police chase wanted man from in the art Department, StaffUNS: Writer ‘TOUGH’ HOBBY FOR CC ENTHUSIASTS Local sheriff Airbus A320 on Feb. 15, Almost a month Erica Plumlee Gregovich said. Junior’s big into’SHAKE UPDATECC Harlem Jesse Paul Tom Martin, Chief military community “We tried to incorporate some of the some concerns among campus students has noticed a similar drop an airline spokesperson Mike Edmonds, Dean of Students, said. bigger space get rumors students face News Editor Before the 2007 shooting at Vir- SportsCenter Editor-in-Chief hisMarshall fair share in Crest- of Orientation, was eliminated from this CC Inn to downtown intersection in enrollment. GUN LAW and federal of�icials con- Jesse Paul the Federal CRESTED BUTTE IS READY FOR WINTERFEST New Student Pomar �itness center and the climbing AN out the �irst ginia Tech, students were allowed to ed Butte, has seen year’s Winter Start Orientation schedule As scheduling was being tweaked to Specialist, has noted some aspects of the Tony’s Down- Recently, there N Something odd aboard �irmed this week. Editor-in-Chief after the fact, COMMUNITY STUDENT LIFE Murray has taught a �ive words that Jack Sweeney According to the - come through his tiny mountain town of POLITICS and its continuation as a campus event accommodatewall. these priorities, VDP was excitementThe Video that Dance was Party, going affectionatelyon around El partyand staff. that Bethanyhave been Grubbs, perceived Student by some Life town Bar propri- have been a lot requiredpossess �irearmsgun owners on Colorado to regis- College’s shotM. BASKETBALL lands on a Frontier Airlines �light The students, who ministration is Upon investigat- the challenge of summer courses in Paris came to mind when somebody men- Staff Writer Gun-Free School groups and events Like federal, state, nicknamedPomar.” VDP, typically consists of lots Shealagh Coughlin etor Eel Anderson Ming Lee Newcomb of rumors cir- tercampus. their In weapons those days, with Campus Safety teachers In just a few sec across the Rocky Moun- were traveling from Aviation Ad- Ansel Carpenter makers across the LOCAL CRIME ing a reported english professors barry every year for 14 years. tioned Colorado College, ‘�irearms’ Zones Act, pos- Katie Stetson and local policy- It has not been permanently omitted of enthusiastic students in various states Guest Writer favors Green Bay Staff Writer culating around onds, a grainy tain West caught the at- Colorado Springs to San City Editor burglary near the sarchett and lisa hughes in the past, registration probably wouldn’t be one of them. sessing a �irearm, Sports Editor roughly 1,500. And, contrary to popular has been called into question. identi�ied“This year, as we a logicalhad the event climbing to be wall re- of inebriation, mostly dressed in out- to be questionable. Packers fans and the student body Jack Sweeney reintegration pus, so only a handful of students orange sphere tention of federal investi- Diego on the way to an still “looking into” the “Harlem Shake” have co-taught “The has opened the day af- Guns are strictly prohibited on cam- aside from police - campus opinion, Colorado College stu- country, Colorado thatmoved. actually came open at the same landish attire, dancing to popular songs “New students mayContinued: feel pressured News page to6 recession-proof prices over trends or regarding PlayHard Productions, most Staff Writer themthe school.away until Campus an made CC junior gators last week. Perhaps ultimate frisbee tourna- video a group of Colorado College stu- World of odysseus – his- ter Thanksgiving and her and security personnel, on a school cam- dents letting loose at Winterfest aren’t Springs of�icials are from the New Student Orientation expe- trying to be a “theme” bar” by offering Junior Grete Wilt lar class more commonly ownerSafety alsorequested locked ment, �ilmed a version dents �ilmed on a plane in February. CC Inn on Dec. 26, LIFE class has been full within pus is unlawful. But El Paso County Sher- Ryan Milne fa it was the passengers that abnormally rowdy or problematic, rience, however, college of�icials said. Colorado Springs a fun and laid-back at- enjoyed going to tory and Myth,” a popu- bring their weapons to school each “We are still gathering information,” worried about, and preparing for, the a week. This year, at the personneliff Terry Maketa as an wants opportunity to include to schoolmake mous. banging on the ceiling, of the “Harlem Shake,” a he said. specifically surrounding the funding led to an ensuing foot officerschase, and became ended Maggie Deadrick year. effects of budget cuts emanating from - house parties last start of February, seven faculty on campuses as part of that Many young sport enthusiasts dream- walls and �loor of the cab- YouTube meme that has Elizabeth Cory, a spokesperson for the engaged in what started as a traffic stop,- known as the “Yachtys- Those who do usually have them for access. However, ResortIn fact, agree most thatof�icials with and the locals exception in the Washington. Tony’s became a favorite with Colo- paloozathey receive funds, from some the students school. have been Life Editor year, but this Jan- out of 15 spots have been of being featured on SportsCenter’s daily in, or maybe how most of gone viral in the past few FAA, said in an e-mail to The Catalyst sey,” for eight years. Their two purposes: hunting or recreational after the massacre in town and at the Crested Butte Mountain As lawmakers in the nation’s capital radomosphere College since students it first thanks opened to in its 1999. prox - outragedJuxtaposed about with the the special dwindling event Llama fund- uary, after return- officially filled for her schools safer. “Top 10.” For Milne, this dream materi the passengers were out months. While no charges on Thursday. “That is all we have at with All athis shot occurred being allegedly within four fired blocks at a po of course, which includes shooting. Junior Andrew Gregovich Blacksburg, CC changed come with all college groups that visit struggle with the sequester, allowing imity to campus and affordability, such ing from her semester abroad in Kenya, alized on Monday night when he turned of their seats, jumping up or sanctions have been this time.” William Rushton poses in a Forgotten victims, from left: A promotional illustration created by the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking in Denver. Dallas Colby lice officer. class. and, unfortunately, This question isn’t just a debate in Col- of drug and alcohol abuse issues that penguin costume at the pond the government to continue running, Ross Palmer and Robert Waldeck orig- sailing around greek is- hails from Juneau, Ala. and has been its policy and Continued: banned �irearmsSports page from 19 The CC ultimate frisbee team �ilmed Cardenas, 21, who was indicted by the Colorado Attorney General’s Office for forcing 18-year-old female and a 17-year-old female to that’s one of the fullest orado – it’s national. on ESPN only to see footage of his game- and down. �iled against the airline or skimming contest at Crested ing PHP has collected from CCSGA. When homeowner Scott Roberts, who William Dandrea, 32, , was arrested lands, usually fills up by hunting deer and elk since age nine. and other budget issues, cities and inally founded the student entertain- above winning buzzer beater. The Federal Aviation the students, the FAA is the video on a Feb. 15 �light from Colo- Butte during Winterfest last participate in prostitution in the Denver and Lakewood areas. Photo courtesy of the Colorado Attorney General’s Office. campus. for the attempted murder of a police officer christmas. summer courses. “It’s really tough to hunt at this The recent Sandy Hook school shoot- theThere area, werethey welcomesome exceptions CC students at withlast states have also had to begin making asThis $5 forsummer, a 24 oz. AndersonPBR and wellis shakingshot on - resides at the intersection where the she hyperventilated the first time she continuing their investi- rado Springs to San Diego on a Frontier year. The ski resort and town after a neighbor mistakenly thought he was “The only thing i can ing served as the primary trigger to a He had no idea. Administration is inves- open arms. thingsTuesdays up atand Tony’s, Thursdays. moving the bar from ductions has been in operation under its chase initiated, was asked about the re- abroad,walked intoso reentering a bash at thewas Twomp. a little slower how many are currently An afternoon spent gun shopping in Colorado Springs Above: A student crosses Cascade Ave. this week. The Transportation Master Plan Working Airlines Airbus A320. After uploading say they welcome CC despite tough choices and preparing their citi- burglarizing a home next to the 7-11 on think of is the economic discussion that is now creating larger The ESPN clip highlights a close game tigating a group of Colo- gation into the �light and group has favored a plan to reduce the number of lanes on Cascade to increase safety. Right: rowdy behavior. Photo cour- ment group in 2005, but PlayHard Pro cent shooting, he replied, “Which shoot- “This was the first time I’ve been enrolled for this summer? Continued: News page 6 the video to YouTube , which now has zens and programs for the ripple effect Cache La Poudre Street. Photo courtesy of situation,” Murray said. discussions about gun control. between Colorado College and rival rado College students and Junior Garett Benisch represents students on the group. Photos by Brendan Young. season’s celebration, however. tesy of Jessica Gurrentz. the current manifestation of the group the Colorado Springs Police Dept. Two. I made a list some 400,000 views, team captain that comes with cutting the federal COLORADO SPRINGS every summer students GUN SHOPPING According to a message published by Southwestern University. With only a Frontier �light crew for a “Last year, there were some relatively the current location, 311 N. Tejon St., to current name since 2011. In that time, for me. If you’ve been somewhere that “The enrollments are in- of errands on The full controversial video can be budget. CC students were excited to learn about TRAFFICING In December, the - Continued: News page 6 shuffle off on different ad- Maketa on the county website, those nine seconds left, the Tigers were up Conor Crowley, a senior, received a a larger location across the street. Many ing? There’s been so many.” credibly low compared to Ming Lee Monday: go Above: A YouTube screenshot of CC Ultimate’s “Harlem Shake” on a plane on Feb. 15. Right from top: Gavin Nach- serious issues that needed to be ad- This is especially true in Colorado Clean-up crew: Firefighters and other emergency responders work to contain the chemical release in Olin. Below: Emergency profes- the move, especially since the new bar Colorado Attorney escase in was the just southern the tip Colorado,of the iceberg. Colorado activists say. doesn’t have Internet, really, or good 61-60. The Southwestern University- viewed at www.catalystnewspaper.com voicemail from a federal investigator Jesse Paul Community members gather during half-block at the Strategic Planning summit to discuss how to further the educational, social, and past years,” sarchett said. ventures—canning salm- Staff Writer to the dentist, who use Sandy Hook as an example of bar, Matt Zelin and Conor Crowley, three of the masterminds behind the video. Photo by Veronica Spann. istrationdressed fromto mitigate the CC anygroup, problems but we thisare Springs, where much of the economy sionals approach the scene. Photos by Sam Zarky. Region heavily impacted- “I know by there human have been traffickingseveral cas- Human despite trafficking victims statistics in southern has put on seven events with an average- walkingphone service, into Rastall, you’re feeling going liketo be I knowmore Pirates took the lead with a layup with who wanted information on the �light. Editor-in-Chief overall experience of Colorado College. The Plan is President Jill Tiefenthaler’s way of including the community in discussing how to on in alaska, interning in a faulty gun control system use it “to STUDENT SAFETY working closely with the school admin- is sustained by military personnel and “They have a perfect location because Colorado are like forgotten shadows –– attendanceHard Productions, of five hundredthey said students. their goal “is noremoved one and from after CC,” what Wilt I said.witnessed “Just purely in Ke- “it’s puzzled me. i may The story of the video and the en- dicted 14 people ing systems like there are for murder [or better the college. Photo courtesy of the CC Office of Communications. For the full story, see News page 4. New York city, WWooF- further their personal agenda and very five seconds left of play, and as the Ti will remain on the same block. toIn organize an official fun, statement safe, and creativeissued by events Play be wrong, but i’ve never Continued: News page 6 for my phone, put air in my tires, buy tionOn Master Feb. Plan 26, play. suing investigation went viral last military-related programs, including Thirteen hospitalized after chemical release in Olin suspected of running,General’s abetting, office and pa in- Springs area but there just aren’t report- netseverywhere that rescue around survivors us, voiceless,of other atroc and- �lawed thought process. Bans such as gers regained possession, Ian Rewoldt Eliza Carter year,” Lynn Kiklevich, Vice President of seen anything like this.” get a SIM card posed in this state and other states and CC’s Transporta- “I would say that the Working Group is Fort Carson, Cheyenne Mountain, and - utive director of the Laboratory to Com- without the respite of the social safety - A snowstorm on Wednesday night blanketed Colorado College with roughly 7 inches of snow. Several dozen students took to the inbounded the ball to teammate Ryan- PossibleGuest Writer lane reductions for roads through CC Thursday-Friday, prompting a media gale Murray, a professor those that have been discussed and pro- the Lodging Division for Crested Butte the Air Force Academy. that was going on and it you can walk home,” said junior Paige tion that stretched from Denver to Grand other crime],” said Amanda Finger, exec nya, it’s hard for me sometimes to see hill below The Preserve on the west side of campus around midnight to sled, ski, snowboard and build forts. Roads in the city were Milne, who, with three seconds on the looking towards trying to bind all the ar- �irestorm of newspaper, radio and CAMPUS LIFE a gun. Mountain Resort, said in a statement. “Due to the concentration of military Tony’sO’Connor. have acknowledged the need for tronizing a human trafficking organiza providesities. services for victims of domes- that CC’s student body will enjoy,” spe peopleWith morethrowing than food one away.hundred Like students lettuce, w L R R clogged with accidents and traffic as local authorities tried to clean up the aftermath. More photos, page 15. Photo by Esther Chan. clock, ran as far asContinued: he could Sportsbefore page get 8 Working Group eas of the town,” Benisch said. “They’re television inquiries. Members of the I accomplished everything on the will not make our schools any safer.” Next weekend, hundreds of CC stu- installations in the community, seques- had been drawn,” Kersten 40 words or less: Other students who enjoy going to bat Human Trafficking in Denver. “That TESSA in Colorado Springs, which cifically“In regards through to includingthe mode otherof electronic genres returningI didn’t see thislettuce semester for four months.”from travel met for a review looking to create a community. Whether team were interviewed on The Today Jesse Paul In Colorado, there are no uniform state tic violence, sex crimes, and aims to list except for the last item, and it Maketa is a proponent of arming teach- LOCAL CRIME dents will head to southwest Colorado support rowdy party behavior.” rector at Crested Butte. “We try to have tration is a concern, but it is dif�icult to Editor-in-Chief just looked like a curtain was so full of CC seniors that you couldn’t Junction. But what seemed like a major just doesn’t exist for trafficking.” dance music. abroad programs during the fall, some of the comprehensive plan’s goals. The that means bike lanes, trolleys, things Show, Good Morning America, Inside - IN MEMORIAM wasn’t for lack of trying. I crossed ers and administrators. And the commu- CCCC LIFE readies for The Catalyst was known in the Disciples’ club, allegedly for the annual closing weekend ski and “CC’s a lot worse than the arts festi- a low tolerance for people skiing under predict the impact,” said Principal Ana- white gas coming towards Titanium tetrachloride more space. “Over half-block the place success in a little-discussed crime, was - students on campus are what junior Al- Eliza Carter most favored solution for student safety: like that, they’re looking to create more shops: traf�ic calming through parking Edition, and during CNN’s regular pro- All dressed up: The 2013 fashion show a packed house of Colorado Avenue, heading west over nity loves it. This past Monday, denied access shot at Means while others �lanked him party getaway, organized by the Freerid- val in August or the 50-year-old people the in�luence. We don’t enjoy those en- lyst Bob Cope, the city’s chief economic Junior Sam Kersten was said. “It was just a wall of mixed with moist air more room for the half-block challenge,” really just a blip on the map. standards for reporting human traffick raise awareness about atrocities against of music, we feel that PlayHard’s central legra Waterman-Snow called, “off-bal- Aly Hammonds crosswalk rede- Jack Sweeney Guest Writer reducing the number of lanes on Cas- of a neighborhood in the North End and and lane reduction, different options for gramming. featured a variety of vibrant lines from stu- currently receives no government fund- colorado college I-25, and drove a measly minute from “Actually, I would say that there is over- ITY’S ers’ Union of Colorado College. who have a lot of money,” Martin said. counters with those kinds of people... analyst. diligently working on his A hazardous materials to release hydrochlo- even get in the door. They need to make It was one of maybe hundreds of cases ing, meaning oftentimes trafficking cas women and children in the community, studentpurpose groupsis to promote that provide dance music,”outlets thefor Guestoogli Writer N’s auNches eubeN’s eubeN tuitionStaff Writer increaseyou may have re- MOSTwith a swiftDANGEROUS “no” with slow-moving vehicles.SPOT Mountjoy cade and Nevada Avenue. less of a thoroughfare.” the pedestrian crossings, and overpass “It was pretty crazy and a little over- dents. See more on page 15. unreported because of discrepancies, - students attend- campus before I found myself at Para- whelming support. Probably to the tune BUSINESS ceived an email in- The town and resort at Crested Butte “But you talk to the bar owners and they but there are other guests here [we have Cope added that pure budget cuts - incidentus.” at Olin Hall fol- ric acid and tiatnium However, the reception to the move of human trafficking in Colorado, mostly es will be categorized under kidnapping, statement said. “There are many other - C this week to one held a position known as the “sergeant- The Transportation Master Plan is a Discussion at previous meetings has solutions. Group members were divided whelming I think, especially on Thurs- confusion, and misunderstanding sur- - of 350 communications over various relies heavily on tourism and visitors, said senior Zach Anderson. ed the unveiling sign to prioritize dise Sales, a local gun shop. The stores at Damon Broccardo, manager of of Finance at CC, “No one has had forming you of the of the most noto- at-arms” within the Disciples, meaning seven-month collaborative endeavor largely centered on the Cascade and into sets that participated in the work- would rather have [college students].” to respect] and we will escort [intoxicat- were not the only factor that could hin- lowing an explosion sent chloride, injuring stu- sexual assault, or pedophilia. ing for work related to human traffick ance.” CC DESIGN PropertiesJack Sweeney near campus operate on tenuous contract day-Friday,” Matt Zelin, the sophomore final project for his ma Continued: Life page 16 of Wooglin’s Deli Its unassuming stucco exterior and forms to 1 opposed,” said Maketa during N. Tejon St. Wooglin’s restaurant, says he has an increase in leasing costs with roughly six percent rious and dangerous clubs in Colorado that he protected the club and its mem- and this weekend provides a helpful Nevertheless, local police, resort staff ed people] off the hill if we have to.” der the city’s economic strength. “Un- he realized that everyone - dents, staff members Anderson said many people are worried “I think it’s totally complicated,” Fin ing. other styles of music and we appreciate so“I exciting have such talking high-ups to people because and I’m hear see- Staff Writer spearheaded by a Working Group made Nevada Avenue areas and how to make shops together. who �ilmed the video, said. “But it was When you call the Colorado Springs newest sandwich, a little over two my inability to follow directions took an interview. increase in tuition for returning stu- Springs. bers. boost, according to the local Chamber of and the ski patrol are still kept busy Crime off the ski slopes has been docu- certainty created at the federal level elsechine in shop the Olinadjunct basement when ing Kersten, to the hospi- and Campus Safety thathas notthe beennew universallylocation will positive. lose Tony’s Eel rounding the crime. ger said. Representatives said that if they were ing theirmy friends, stories,” I’m said back Waterman-Snow, home, and it’s studentJack Sweeney safety and E. Cache had“We a veryjust good renewed relationship our lease, with the intention of encouraging them up of CC students, faculty, and adminis- them both safer for pedestrians and According to CC’s news release on a really cool experience, and obviously crimes involving child prostitution, Police Department or the El Paso County “Reuben’s Reuben,” in honor of cc junior years ago, a pro- me about a mile out of my way. How- The only thing that would have to be La Poudre St. CC. to move out.” dents—raising the comprehensive fee The converted garage at 628 Vermijo Mountjoy’s �irst-degree murder charg- Commerce. With the town’s large num- dealing with some out-of-control behav- mented by police as well. has hampered economic progress,” he tal13 forinjured evaluation people, at includ about officers. Nevada Av- Those arrested were charged with to receive funding to help trafficking who recently returned from a semester Staff Writer - trators, as well as residents and public more convenient for drivers. the meeting, President Jill Tiefenthaler something I’ve never experienced be- drugs, and violence in cities such as - Flying in: The cost of The alley where a man Reuben Mitrani, who passed away this spective student ever, it was lucky that the woman in modi�ied in order for teachers to carry have a long But Moore doesn’t think the loss to $54,534 up from this year’s $51,470. St. is a scary place, the clubhouse of Col- es were eventually acquitted, but he was ber of bars and restaurants, of-age stu- ior. “The destruction of property de�initely said. “This uncertainty is the result of He looked up from mak- enue was shut down Senior Alex Weeks, who likes to go to ther never or very rarely see human traf- victims and their families, it would be stood masturbating outside of�icials of Colorado Springs. The most recent meeting intended to described the meeting’s purpose as a fore and something I won’t experience fall. The staff at Wooglin’s did not want was severely in- the navy U.S.A. T-shirt knew exactly on school grounds is the school district’s dents looking to drink help the economy. “The issues come with the excessive al- does happen,” NateContinued: Stepanik, News Chief page of2 a series of events suchContinued: as the News �iscal page cliff, 4 hading beveragevanished. coasters at Two people were admit- for hours and Olin and Tony’scurrent on charm. weeknights, echoed this senti- a CC student residence. history with the Colorado College which lasts five years,” said Broc of those buildings would impact Though it seems steep, CC administra- orado Springs’ Sin City Disciples Club. convicted of manslaughter on February Junior Garrett Benisch is a student narrow down the plans that have been community-oriented one. “During this again. It’s great to say have that part of Students watch a performance at the end of Llamapalooza 2012. Photo by Stanley Sigalov. Sheriff’s office, they tell you that they ei Springs,based on statisticalin the county, reporting. and through- security program. Continued: News page 6 Continued: News page 3 One employee at a ski shop near the hearts behind 3 p.m. on Wednesday. prospective students Photos by Veronica Spann. their normal compensation on Monday jured crossing where to point me. When I did �i- community and greater Colorado cardo. the community’s historical ties to tors �ind the tuition hike both appropri- The club has received much more atten- 20. member of the Working Group and has suggested so far. cohol use and the drug abuse, those sort ted with serious respira- Barnes Halls were Boulder, Glenwood Springs, Colorado - “We know it does happen in Colorado- Iabroad remember program being in abroad; Ecuador. I remember “Then, I Would teachers be quali�ied to protect base of the resort even said, “We totally “I had not been pay- night; it was a shift they offered to work cascade ave when she was hit by a pick- nally make it into Paradise Sales, it Springs area. Last fall CC announced that it the businesses. A home is rebuilt after the fire. Photo by Brendan Young. ate and competitive with peer institu- tion than it is generally receptive to in His attorneys argued that he was act- a unique understanding of the factors at It involved a series of three work- of things,” said Bill Dowell, Ski Patrol Di- closed as well. will probably change when it gets big- Springs, and Lakewood. Another 10 tiallyficking hundreds cases. of victims in the Pikes Colorado College, have such lows because suddenly I crash. your children? aning ominous attention sight. to anything Continued: News page 7 ment. “I like that it’s a dive bar, but that CAMPUS LIFE for free. up truck, according to carol Mcgraw of was both exactly what I expected and But that relationship is more- wouldn’t be renewing the lease of “I do not think [there] is any- tions. recent months. ing in self-defense. Means had been theQUONY: tournament The suspectsYet experts were and indicted activists for alike accessory say this But they exist. In fact, there are poten out the state,” saidContinued: Phil Steiger, Life page a pas14 like many other “The entire staff was willing to donate the colorado springs gazette. completely different fer“That suggestions would be and a itdiscussion would be thebetween same than just a casual one. the nearby Leechpit, a decade-old historical impact if the shops in The Board of Trustees voted over- The Sin City Disciples’ are an outpost of beaten at the club a short while before charges. Colleen Leong schools of its cali- where I was. I get so depressed, and then myself and a school district. I would of- ger,” said Weeks. their time and come back, even on their The discussion about improving cross- When you walk in, the �irst thing you CC actually owns the proper shop on the corner of Nevada Ave. the Wooglin’s strip were to be de- whelmingly in favor of the tuition hike. an international motorcycle gang, which the shooting, and Mountjoy was osten- spending caused discrepancies in this budgetary woes this year, and as a result to move over all that paraphernalia on Peak region alone, federal officials and Staff Writer ber, provides in- thatI get goingso happy to placesbeing backthat atexhibit CC.” excess The Sin City Disciples Club on Vermijo St., just RECLAMATION “I’m just concerned how they are going off day,” said Kelvin Thorne, the owner of walk safety, especially on N. cascade ave., will notice is the stale smell of ciga- ties that some of this city’s most and Dale St. molished,” he said. “There are no- “Our applications are up again this has recently caused alarm in Colorado sibly under the impression that Means LLAMA rado College Student year’s club and event funding, calling for It’s a story that en- the walls,” said Kiki Lenihan, senior and centives like travel andBoth extremely Wilt and “American” Waterman-Snow customs agree can circumstances as if we had hired a law WALDO CANYON a short drive from campus, is one of the city’s The Whitney Elec- building. Beyond storage, I don’t think Wooglin’s Deli. “We paid them anyway, has been an ongoing campaign since the rettes clinging to everything. Then the iconic establishments reside in. That doesn’t concern Wooglin’s. plans in place at this time to rede year, after a signi�icant increase in ap- Springs. The most recent incident was a had returned for retribution. most dangerous spots. Photo by Sam Zarky. Jack Sweeney “In terms of artis- GovernmentLast year, the Asso- Colo- Committee everything they asked for,” CC SPORTS compasses the Colo- BATTLE AT BACA: Alcohol problems in Crestone subsidies to students considered to be A group of Colo- - one said, ‘get your phone and call the be overwhelming and trigger waves of but it’s cool they wanted to. in an event ‘60s. according to research conducted stock. This detail isn’t the surprising enforcement of�icial...Make sure their The Waldo Canyon Fire, FIRST MONDAYS From beauty to boxes, Whitney Electriclasttric buildingblock building after held there is any to other become safe use for the build- storage space FUNDINGJack Sweeney STILL UNCERTAIN FOR LLAMAPALOOZAwe have been unable to give the Llama some discussion among wants to keep the charm too, and he will the gas, Olin shop super- LOCAL CRIME As the college’s relatively small “There is a demolition clause velop the property at the south- Jesse Paul plications last year,” President Jill Tief- Feb. 17 shooting outside the club, which Three of the six accused individuals are News Editor tic value, it is the ciation awarded the rado College spirit rado College culture shock, like big grocery stores part, but guns are everywhere. motivations are consistent with safe be- the most destructive fire aits long �inal history art show of ing.” News Editor Katy Stetson BACA CAMPUS befrequent bringing patron all of of the the current bar. Anderson oddities OLIN UPDATE like this, it’s bigger than just business.” by cc senior sarah Vélez, architects were 90-acre campus looks to grow, it in the lease, but there are certain east corner of Tejon and Cache.” Editor-In-Chief enthaler said. “Students and families rounded out a series of violent episodes Fort Carson soldiers: Sgt. Christopher Ansel Carpenter Last year, when body composed of three faculty mem- dance of roughly 900 people, almost half lastadministrative year on special funding events, assistance. this year – a circle of tragedy, visor, Steve Burt, acciden- senior girls en- “Ihouse, thought who it was identified a friend herself waving to a dildo, a re someone to pop up and [joke about havior,” Maketa said. Waldo’s slow rebirth The building was originally owned only building near Sports Editor These accounts are large- some of the top scholars in the country. Jesse Paul Wooglin’s Deli changed its menu board brought in on the project in ’68 and sug- Ri�les lean in rows against the wall, poses some serious questions for provisions that have to be taken- John O’Neill, owner of The Col in Colorado history and- who are interested in CC are attracted linked to the Disciples over the course of Mountjoy is a former Fort Carson staff Ralph Nader lec- bers—and the Blue Key Honor Society of what it was when it began. theSince student CCSGA government spent nearly was $180,000 feeling Pat Knecht, executive vice president, giving, comfort, and Eliza Carter Megan Masuret tally inhaled some of the the college is one-of-a-kind, geographi- porter but asked to remain anonymous. cops’ ... but we were still waiting for Culture shock is a very real challenge PHYSICALCity Editor ATTENDANCE THIN AT FIRST MONDAYS, WEB STREAMING UP students and professors. joying a night of and another friend thought it was some- to feature “Reuben’s Reuben” at the top gested that cascade be closed. in wooden racks. Handguns rest in “It takes the schools buying in and be- the most expensive fire to quality and value, not just price.” tured at the �irst- direct the lectures, presentations, and An eventual drop in attendance is un- by the Whitney Electric Company and campus that has Llamapalooza Com- said. “This was made very clear early Staff Writer Internal investigation following Olin chemicalgas, andrelease required emer- callyBut speaking;what is different CC is the about only CCschool is that of Man’sEditor-In-Chief lewd conduct frightens senior girls and parties. the long-standing relationships so they can’t just swipe the rug orado Running Company in the 2012. sergeant, and defendants Sgt. John Se- “A liberal arts education is enriched the pressure of a special event budget pletely disregarded this issue, and made Staff Writer wine and home- for people when moving between coun- of the list of hot sandwiches. The deli Conor Crowley, junior, pays for food at Wooglin’s on Monday afternoon as part of the grand presenta- During the Transportation Planning glass cases that serve as the counter. coming a part of the program,” said Ma- containment in the his ever First Monday, performances of First Mondays. derstandable, expected, and can be at- live performances, art installations, becomeused for synonymous storage. Now with it belongs presentation to CC mittee $33,000 to fund their signature in the year. The Llama Committee com- administration, primarily and decorations across the street. between the school and those underneath our feet,” said Broc Wooglin’s strip,Continued: feels News the page ending 4 For students who will be seniors next “Motorcycle clubs like the Sin City Dis- vere and Eric Bartholemew were active- refused to cooperate with police in try- no constraints. It’s way to stay connected with the school, wasit],” saidprobably Amelia on Dotzenrod,the phone with a senior the tion of Reuben’s Reuben. The local deli held an event in which one-third of the total proceeds were Then, you’ll notice the line. keta. and raves. Due to the lack of structural and for many art students, the space has community. For recent graduates, it is a CC’s Baca campus, a becausely unconfirmed of a strongly by theen- The new building at 326 N. Tejon St. took in approximately $1,700 from the donated to a charity in the late Reuben Mitrani’s name. Photo courtesy of Esther Chan. meeting that occurred this past Tuesday, store is jammed with a dozen other businesses. cardo. Pikes Peak looked like a tory of the United States, year, tuition will have risen nearly 15 ciples, it’s more of a game . . . drugs and duty soldiers at the time of the shooting. ing to locate a suspect, and a Feb. 17 more than 1,700 tributed to a number of factors. One CC event. According to the CCSGA meet- In doing so, they are deferring their re- and to celebrate two classmates who CC is investigating a over winter break experienced an aw- one“We peeing put our on facesthe house.” up to the window to who was at the house that night. “I and languages can be exhausting, and School districts 11 and 20 already have safety, the building, much beloved by art this beautiful space will be about 2,000 square feet larger its kind within a 1,000-mile radius, so event, one-third of which will be donat- the closure of cascade was not even dis- On Monday at around 3 p.m., the And while college officials say- According to Robert Moore, VP smoldering volcano for ravaged Colorado Springs, percent during their career at CC. guns and breaking the rules just for the Severe agreed to testify in court and shooting of a man who was hospitalized people were in attendance. Both Arm- by community-wide conversations on may be the loss of novelty, as with the ing minutes from Feb. 26, this year’s tiesdownsized at the beginning to roughly of $40,000. this year due to little effort to seek alternative funding. unique and venerated chemical spill that hap- Coloradogency medical Springs attention. Fire De - fulmade turn pizza of events at an when off-campus they spotted house seeBut, what in fact, it was, it was and no it joke was ata all.man mas- feelingtries around connected the world. to others Shifting is often customs dif- armed security personnel on campuses. majors, will now be used for storage. and accomplishment. that applies to issues such than its current location, which is 2,300 when a prospective student visits CC, he ed to the Reuben eli Mitrani, or ReMem- cussed as a possibility. they may plan to one day reclaim- the majority of the 2012- costing approximately “My take is that it’s outrageous that fun of it kinda thing . . . .obnoxious,” said give insider information on the Disciples and whose attacker has yet to be identi- strong Hall and Shove Chapel were �illed thought-provoking, engaging issues that premiere of a movie or the opening of where both Colorado Llamapalooza was initially only granted lastDespite year’s the student-run setback of budgetadministration, dif�icul- ply assumed that the money would fall aspect of the CC experi- have its “shotgun” bar layout, instead pened in Olin Hall last partment911 was arrived called andon the a strange man masturbating in a lit, turbating in the window [where the dispatcherWhen one for of 10the to party-goers 15 minutes tried giving to So does adding more guns to a school Neither the Regional Building Depart- “In terms of artistic value, it is the only ence, has a zero-tolerance forced confidentiality rule square feet. Tony’s also will no longer or she is usually visiting only CC. ber, memorial fund. Donations collected among the proposed options from the customers. A black woman leans the properties on Tejon St. for de summer and the scars $352.6 million dollars. these are the prices,” said Ofer Ben- Levi Jones, who works at Apex Sports in in return for a plea deal, as did Andrew �ied. to capacity. can be of interest to students, faculty, a new, much-anticipated restaurant, in- Springs and Colo- $3,700. sponsibility to fund the event. They sim- family,died too and young. a zealous freshmen class open alley, watching them through the shade was up], and then he came down peerher a outdescription to see if ofthe the coast guy.” was clear, “In general, culture shock is just a dis- environment change the learning expe- ment nor CSPD Code Enforcement have building near campus that has no con- An anonymous member “Part of our business strategy is how at the event will also be contributed to teammate, and fellow classmate. gested the creation of a Reuben’s Rue- panel for increasing pedestrian safety against the counter, pointing at hand- velopment, they maintain, how- from that debilitating di- But those costs are still Amots, a music professor. “It’s just out- Colorado Springs, which deals motor- Brewerton, who had been a member of Detailed information for both cases But you might have noticed some emp- and staff,” said English Professor Claire terest generally wanes after prolonged groupsThe Llama in order Committee to fund willthe nowmusic have festi- to za by requesting more funds from Dean By disregarding the budgeting prob- gatheredFour years on Armstrong ago, friends, Quad teammates, for a 6v6 drinking policy, the ef- During an afternoon - - ficult when you don’t share experiences. rado College interact as this. the fund. “it seems almost inappropriate to ben somewhere on campus. were pedestrian bridges and under- guns that a man quickly draws from rience? ever, that they currently have no saster are still there. rising as officials in the rageous that you have to pay so much. cycles among other vehicles. “My kinda the gang at its lowest, grunt level. has been hard to come by; the Disciples ty seats near you at more recent First Garcia, who sits on the Committee, “re- exposure. deemed the building “condemned,” ac- straints. It’s this unique space where solicit other administrative of�ices and CCSGA was able to support Llamapaloo- lems,into place the eventually.”committee strained adminis- soccer tournament to commemorate fectiveness and propriety We’rechanging going to a to large have square a third set bar up. with a labblock. on Wednesday, April lievescene the within Campus minutes Safety to we market ourselves to the brightest lot of students study abroad they expect “When we came back out [from hid- To accommodate the occasion, Woog- dedicate something as meaningless as a “You need a little bit of a catalyst to get passes, speed bumps, tunneling cascade the case. Two men, a little older than “I’d say there is no tie [between vio- interest in those valuable real es In the Mountain Shad Pikes Peak region work I do know they think very carefully be- club would be a bunch of guys who want They gave the court valuable and rare are notoriously tight-lipped. Mondays events. gardless of our disciplines, jobs, or ma- For some, First Mondays ceases to cording to Deputy Fire Marshal Captain both Colorado Springs and Colorado Col- on the outside wall.” of which has been ques- Hydrology, who asked to big“The TV kitchenand a kind is going of Green to be Baytwice Packers as big. 10, students from the field the response and re handstudents pick in these the country,”[top] students Roberto via Gar an kitchen window. roomto our inlevel the when house, he sawcalled us,” police,she said. and it wasn’t. orientation from the familiar. When a- lence] and being raised around guns Ray Johnson. lege interact on the outside wall,” Lind- notof the be Block named 6 class for fearGY250 of cia, CC Director of Admission, said. “We lin’s baked extra rye bread and had sandwich to someone so important to all something going,” Whitnah said. “hon- under campus, employing pace cars to college-aged,A balding man admire in a hunting business knives suit From top left: Gun enthusiasts practice their shot at the Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex. my life… Most people I know were raised tate locations. - ows neighborhood where to prevent such a disaster fore they raise it though.” to go learn how to ride better.” insight into the inner workings of the Jones is vaguely familiar with the The event series began last school jors.” be an occasion and becomes one event val. enoughof Students money, Mike butEdmonds. it wasn’t really in event became tribute to both Quon and - - Physical Chemistry II The five students were getting ready The girls fled to the safety of a back - John Graves poses with his target sheet. The welcome sign at the Cheyenne Mountain Shooting 9 during a relatively quiet night on larger than usual quantities of pastrami of us, but i realized it’s symbolic,” Paul estly, the article in The catalyst was the pace other drivers through campus, and in the corner. aroundbecause weapons, I’ve been andraised I don’t around see gunsany im- all “The building I bought near CC over 300 households from ever occurring again- Among its peer schools, such as Col- On March 3, the fatal shooting of a man club; its hierarchical structure, its mi- group through his job. He said, however, thatyear hadand canbeen be discontinued described as thesome second time The number of people who stream the among many that compete for students’ Instead, Colorado College has deemed say Murdoch, senior art student, said. stripped“The quality down of just Llamapalooza to keep it within this year the “No, I do not feel that CCSGA gave us trative of�ices that become responsible histhe dearlife of friend Chris andQuon lacrosse ‘09. Last teammate, year, the ing-related incidents at disciplinary consequenc- officers who were already to welcome over dinner guests on Jan. ing] he was still there,” Dotzenrod they’re going to have culture shock, be- Complex. Photos by Veronica Spann. For more photos see pages 10-11. on-hand. The preparations proved nec- said. “i can walk across the street and catalyst. it’s all about Reuben. i thought moving the student center to the other handgun, both in an almost-opaque has a long history as a barber burned to the ground and to counteract any gate, Oberlin, and Occidental, CC is actu- named Virgil Means gained the most no- sogynistic treatment of women, and its that their presence is less palpable than version of another event, “Symposium,” event online has increased, according to attention. the building unsafe. “It’s covered in graf�iti. Some of it is from budget,”will suffer Jitu as Virasi, a result co-chair of funding. of this It’s year’s been for Llama funding, Knecht said. Bacationed. have Stories caused of specu drink- shrine.Capacity Plus is expected three pool to tables,”increase Ander from a pressurized container at After the site.a Burtpreliminary is now applicationWhile not process. mutually [The exclusive, subsidy] ishigh- not waited for them to arrive. said. cause they’re planning on it being differ Lindsay Murdoch when one spotted a strange object Springs Police Department received an arrived at the house, searched the essary, as over 50 people ordered the have a little piece of Reuben anytime i about [the Mitrani family] every day and side of cascade. leaves with a box of ammo and a shop—dating back to the 20s,” and local residents lost consequential emergen ally far below the trend of tuition spikes. toriety. It involved six individuals who code of brotherhood and silence. that of other groups. Geology Professor Christine Smith Sid- In addition, as the years go by, students “I think the building is not safe for CC students and some of it is from the Atheir lot ofhands,” people Virasi assumed said. the“I think money a lot was of something“Llama implicitly we are ok supports with as an the institu- drug There are few students walking cam- an alcohol-fueled mistake son said. toclass extract were titanium drilling tetra into- checksafely backthrough on campus. the build- achievingjust doled studentsout.” that might be ethni- the 1100 block of north Weber Street, At 7:39 p.m. that evening, the Colorado Eventually the man left and officers ent,” said Heather Browne, Colorado Col Senior art student es, confirmed rumors that emergency call from the group and dis- area and did not make contact with specialty sandwich. Thorne said the deli want it now.” mourned the loss of their son.” but student safety wasn’t the only is- pact,” Maketa said. Frank Paul, owner of the Salon their memories, homes cies, including flooding or CC’s cumulative tuition increase for the shot at Means while he was a passenger Another man implicated in the March “I don’t see them very often,” Jones before. The program was created to doway, also a member of the Committee generally have more and more on their people to occupy. It has one door and no vnickSprings. was There lucky really enough are noto snagconstraints.” the last goingpeople to had come mismanaged from somewhere expectations. at the culture on campus,” Knecht said. “Is this pusEvan who Spirito had ‘10. the privilege of knowing Tales of a Geology class changes, Anderson wants the overall feel ing to ensure that every- lege’s Coordinator for Off-Campus Study. Omar Offendum, a Syrian-American hip-hop artist, “One girl saw something in the win- [is] that coming back can be just as hard, had twice as many staff working the shift The idea for Reuben’s Reuben came to although Whitnah did not know Reu- sue at the panel. blue plastic bag. A dog weaves in be- armchairs and survey the scene while I wall was a shirt with the motto, “I CAR- On the Colorado College campus, the are starting to be rebuilt other burns. said. “Sons of Silence is a lot more prev- provide a free, open-to-the-public event and one of the �irst supporters of First plates. They are involved more heavily running water,” Robert Moore, VP for Fi- Senior Art Student Tsipora Procho- Llama Committee, said. beinglation aboutreprimanded the rule. for “The deans got a call about 88 to almost 150. Despite these explosion released the Frank Paul next to Wooglin’s, said. past �ive years is at 21.2 percent as com- in a Cadillac. Christopher Mountjoy, a 3 shooting, DeAngelo Michael Wells, has gives a presentation in Armstrong as part of the First Photo by Esther Chan. dowthrough and the thought screen. it was a champagne “prowler in progress” call, according to Senior Communications Specialist for “But what a lot of students don’t realize wait. Leather holsters for handguns lit- RY A GUN BECAUSE I CAN’T CARRY A only personnel who can carry weapons Mondays series last block. Photo courtesy of CC Of- prohibitivenance and Administration, to bring plumbing said. into “I think that irresponsible drinking fromhad been the made. cleaning lady chloride, when an abrupt cally or racially diverse, first-generation Monday night. fruition when cc parent Patty Whitnah ben’s mother, Donna orbach, prior to Panel member David Watts said stu- tweenI sit down customers’ in one of legs, two then faded retreats green Continued: Life page 12 Continued: News page 3 Even the housing of Wooglin’s while others still show Now Waldo Canyon and pared to the peer school median of 24 Fort Carson soldier alleged to have ini- pleaded guilty to charges of tampering alent around here. They’re everywhere.” that could involve speakers, panels, pre- Mondays. However, she noted, “the vir- in clubs and other extracurricular ac- Continued: News page 6 graduatedUnder the last leadership spring, CCSGAof last year’sdepleted Fi- tion? Do we want the President’s Of�ice He will continue to host Geeks Who hazardous chemical into fi ce of Communications. A campus off campus: Baca campus in Crestone. Photos courtesy of the - patched three officers to respond to the anyone, according to Barbara Miller, They look the same, but a lot of things Junior Jesse Paul thanked the crowd for read Paul’s article, “campus loses a be- Reuben’s passing, she felt a connection dents are “blasé when crossing the into the back. ter the shelves, boxes balance precari- COP.” or store them are law enforcement of- The Colorado Running Company store on Tejon near campus. Photo by Sam Zarky. signs of the raging inferno the local community are it is safe for storage. The cost, I feel, is and the Dean of Student’s of�ice to be as- Quon or Spirito. Continued: Quon graduated Sports page the 9 practices have sparked of the bar to stay the same. one wasContinued: evacuated News page from 4 students, and students from low-income Continued: Life page 11 Continued: News page 3 restaurant has a history with the Continued: News page 6 percent. Continued: News page 6 tiated the shooting, faced �irst-degree with evidence. The Sons of SilenceContinued: is a similar News pageoutlaw 4 sentations, and other activities all fo- tually complete attendance of the initial tivities. Events suchContinued: as First News Mondays, page 6 nance Committee VP, Logan Dahl, who end“The of theCCSGA day.” has certainly encountered Continued: News page 2 Office of Communications. Continued: News page 6 Continued: Life page 16 The room in Olin where chemicals were released. Photo by Sam Zarky. Continued: News page 3 lic,” said one of the senior girls in the “We all were in the kitchen and some- Continued: News page 6 if not harder, because it’s unpredictable. attending the event and then proceeded loved leader, friend” in the oct. 19 issue ously on the ends of the counter. On the that consumed thousands cused on one theme or idea. event…has not been repeated.” CCSGA of�icials see it differently. Continued: Life page 8 school. The building used to house murder charges. Subsequent shootings have included a bottle, but it was definitely phal police. the CSPD. to commemorate his friend, baseball of The catalyst. in the article, he sug- the air. Upon release of Connect: News about the greater CC community is available all day on Twitter. Tweet @catalystnews to join the stream now. Connect: News about the greater CC community is available all day on Twitter. 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I admit: my cerely apologize to everyone who was agree that one of the most important deserve equality in theory and action – OrgasmiCC initial response offended by it. That haiku does indeed, goals of feminism (the concept, the has a bad rap here. Savannah Johnson to last week’s - movement, etc.) is about (a) advocacy, At essentially every deemed-feminist Guest Writer article was the tion into gender binarism, and my peers activism, and educating/evangelizing event, there is a form of backlash that respondedas the writer accordingly addressed, by lack asking, objectifica “What non-feminists, I also believe that a sec- takes the focus away from the event and freedom of expression (read: pissed about women who objectify women? ond absolutely vital goal of feminism is its intentions, and places it on the pre- and maybe a little profane).definition It was Fri of- What about women who objectify men? about (b) creating safe spaces for mar- existing majority and whatever we are day afternoon, I was coming down from Men who objectify men?” OrgasmiCC ginalized identities (women, queers, doing to not serve it. I hesitate to label the elation of Wednesday’s event and – which is a club, not an event, as last poor people, not-white people) to feel this male-privilege, but I do not hesitate the overwhelming support and sense of week’s article describes – is concerned validated by one another; to express to say: we, as OrgasmiCC and as femi- collectivity as a result of it, and, to put not necessarily with the genders of the their frustrations, exhaustion, and new nists, are not undermining our feminist it lightly, I was not pleased to feel it de- ideas in a space where they don’t need values by holding inclusive events that based. - to feel challenged and compelled to ex- are intended to promote sexual auton- objectifier or the objectified but with- plain their views to non-feminists (for omy. Rather, our feminist (and sexual) April 24, was a huge success. Over 200 objectification itself. Where there is ob- once); and to celebrate their identities values are externally undermined when peopleBecause came to me,out “Ito <3 spray-paint Orgasm” held Orgas on- omy,jectification, which is particularly exactly what sexual OrgasmiCC objecti is together. the events are taken out of the context in miCC t-shirts, eat burgers, and listen workingfication, thereto bolster. is likely not sexual auton “Of course, the nature of these two which we created them. to music before the discussion’s com- The author expressed to me that he goals of feminism is that they are often No event can satisfy all of the perspec- mencement. The evening event – one of “and some of [his] male peers” felt “that entirely impossible to accomplish at the tives of all of the audience members’ the only large-scale events this year to the week [was] overwhelmingly geared same time, yet feminists are frequently sexual orientations, experiences, gender provide a space for trans and gender- towards women.” criticized for neglecting to accomplish identities, and preferences. both of these goals in every single article - – attracted over 500 people. about getting everybody excited about they write, event they organize, or area lematic disparity between the regularity queerWhile or I was gender-unidentified extremely thrilled studentswith the celebratingWell, it was. their But roles beyond in women’s that, it sexu was- of pop culture they critique. ofI femaleidentified and an male unacceptable orgasm on and campus, prob outcome and the article did little to alter alities – getting women’s male partners “Yes, of course there is an important so I planned an event to address it. My or boyfriends jazzed on the idea of mu- need for (and unfortunate dearth of) future work with OrgasmiCC will contin- last week’s article are both based on tually satisfying sex and how to com- calm, informative discussion about fem- ue to attend to the people affected by the whatthat feeling, I perceive my twoto be principal a lack of flaws journalist with municate and attain it, getting women inism, what it means, and the fact that problems we identify, for example, wom- to feel more comfortable talking about it is not anti-man, but anti-sexism, and en experiencing a lack of female orgasm, me: the writer did not go to the event. their sexualities or female masturba- therefore is FOR EVERYONE because it rather than to the majority, for example, Ifethic, he had, the Ifirst believe of which he would is very have clear found to tion or sexual experiences, and getting - the men already having regular orgasms. friends of women to open up a more tity, including “masculine,” is safe from Men are unquestionably an invaluable groups’ missions: safe, open, and inclu- constructive line of sexual dialogue. It culturallyBENEFITS ingrainedEVERYONE forms (no genderof sexism iden – part of this conversation, but in order for siveit to spaces be a reified for all. model of CC feminist was about strengthening everyone’s we all know that the masculine gender the conversation to be progressive and Junior Rosie Nelson said she “found sexual autonomy, agency, and positivity. - productive, we all need to acknowledge that the event did not conform to the With these concerns in mind, I would ceptable and understandable for femi- the validity of the cause and inequity of gender binary – transgender, gender- like to nevertheless thank Williamson nistsis heavily (or policed,any group, too). e.g., But women it is also who ac the root problem, rather than deny it on queer and other gender identities were for opening up this dialogue… want to learn how to orgasm because a prominent part of discussion,” and we, In a third block course called Sociology the dominant sexual narrative in this We worked extensively with Marshall in addition to the speakers and sex edu- of Sexuality, Professor C.J. Pascoe made culture sure as shit doesn’t teach them andthe grounds Kate to ofcreate flawed what feminism. I would argue cators, Marshall Miller and Kate Wein- a heavy-hitting but mildly accurate com- how) to want some time occasionally to was one of the most – if not the most – berg, very consciously desisted gender ment that remains with me: “feminism is hang out, vent, and converse with other inclusive event we have had at CC, but binarism in our programming. Addition- dead on CC’s campus.” like-minded people. And because it’s if anyone is interested in bringing an ally, a huge portion of the event was fo- Upon hearing this, I quickly recounted cused on the gender-ubiquitous activity various moments where CC feminism every feminist event, article, conversa- - was surely alive, which meant I also tion,fairly or difficult/basically gathering to accomplish impossible both for of OrgasmiCCevent to campus would that absolutely focuses specificallylove to co- cally pleasuring a female.” recounted numerous times I’ve had to these goals at the same time, I think it’s sponsoron male and or help LGBTQ out in sexuality/orgasm, any way it can. ofMy masturbation, second concern “as opposed is that he to didspecifi not stick up for my feminist values and those a little unfair to criticize the CC feminists We can all learn from another and sup- fact-check the listserv posting he men- of my club. Unfortunately, the latter mo- every time they fail to do so.” port each other’s developing autono- tions, because if he had, it would not ments outnumber the former. For being the ideologically liberal in- mies. However, a campus culture that have been included. The posting was CC graduate, Katie Rogers, put it excel- stitution we are, it’s slightly embarrass- promotes the orgasm of only six percent lently in a lengthy comment she left on ing that feminism – the notion that all of women is unacceptable, and warrants anyone in OrgasmiCC, although we sin- my Facebook status: “While I certainly people are people and thus inherently our collective attention. not affiliated with myself, OrgasmiCC, or Check your sexual privilege I appreciate women can only be supporting charac- out on orgasms more often than men. tended to be sexist. The important thing OrgasmiCC that Jack Wil- ters or at most co-stars in their own is- Females are the ones who may still even is simply to be aware of ourselves, and to be ready to face it when we’re wrong and Rosmary Curts liamson can ac- sues. Not every issue about women also consider their own orgasms unimport- knowledge that needs to be about men. Expecting other- ant, who claim that masturbation just learn from it, just as we must when we Guest Writer even CC needs to “isn’t for them,” without even trying it. work on patriarchy in our school. I half- Williamson asserts that OrgasmiCC Females are more often the ones who or expecting something different from a wouldwise is bea reflection a better oforganization male privilege. if it “fo- don’t demand sexual satisfaction from accidentally find ourselves stereotyping a “feminist ally”, although really, I wish he cused less on one gender’s enjoyment their heterosexual male partners be- going to happen to everyone regardless, couldheartedly just identifyappreciate as athat feminist. he identifies However, as of sex, and instead catered to all us sexu- cause, as bell hooks states in “Feminism butperson progress of color is made or an when LGBTQ we person. can admit It’s his article on OrgasmiCC last week clearly ally active students”. Would Williamson is for Everybody”, “[s]exist thinking showed that it was time for a fun game of also prefer that the NAACP focus more taught to females from birth on had made One thing that I don’t sympathize with “check your privilege”. on justice issues for white people, or that it clear that the domain of sexual desire isit andthe tendencytry to fight to it. expect someone else to First of all, Williamson obviously had and sexual pleasure was always and only not done any research into the origins - male”. OrgasmiCC started a club in the middle of of OrgasmiCC. It is a student group that bersgroups of heterosexual fighting for relationships? LGBTQ rights focus I sense by his disclaimers about sup- thefight school that fight year, for didn’t you. give The up members on it, and of originated after a sociological study on moreMen onachieving the difficulties orgasm isn’t faced exactly by mem the porting feminism that Williamson would spent months fundraising and organiz- hookup culture that revealed that wom- biggest problem. Not only is masturba- ing for this event. Williamson said they en of CC report unacceptably low levels tion vastly less stigmatized for men, but his complaint that OrgasmiCC’s advertis- should’ve done things differently. Instead of sexual satisfaction. OrgasmiCC was I’ve often heard people, women and men, ingclaim should that he cater already more knew towards all of men this. sug But- of critiquing where they chose to invest started in large part to promote the im- gests otherwise. Check your privilege. So- their time and energy, perhaps William- portance of the female orgasm. themselves as “kind of” having sex, if the cietally ingrained sexist thinking makes son should organize an event focused on Williamson’s article reminded me of malecall sexparticipant “unfinished” doesn’t or achieve even describeorgasm. us believe that men must be catered to orgasms and sexual satisfaction for peo- discussions on domestic abuse or rape, The end of sex in heterosexual relation- and recognized in any situation in which ple of all genders and sexual identities. in which for some reason, there always ships is all too often male ejaculation, they may have the slightest interest or Williamson would better serve the CC seems to be at least one man who feels whether the female has had an orgasm stake. population and his own opinions by tak- the need to point out to everyone that or not. I sympathize with Williamson. Every- ing action rather than just complaining Yes, OrgasmiCC’s promotion of its one has moments of sexist thinking be- about the actions taken by students pas- sexist thinking, that all topics must be event focused on the female orgasm. This cause of how they’ve been taught – that’s sionate enough to try. centeredmen can beon victimsor related as backwell. toThis men, reflects as if is because females are the ones missing the problem. I don’t think Williamson in- Illustration by Kelsey Skordal The El Pomar Sports Center and Adam CC’s Outdoor Education Program is proud to announce F. Press Fintess Center dedication will the ir new Assistant Director: Patricia Chan, a graduate of May 3, 2013 take place today at 1 p.m. University of New Hampshire Graduate School. catalystnewspaper.com SSPORTS Energized, hopeful close to Wasabi’s season ing into universe point, CC held its breath M. FRISBEE In their re- gional tourna- as a throw went up for a KU cutter in the Thomas Crandall ment this past end zone. Staff Writer weekend, the “[We were] kind of hoping that they’d Colorado Col- make mistakes like they had been all lege men’s club Ultimate team (Wasabi, game,” McKenna said. “They overthrew a ranked #43) matched up against national guy in the end zone, but he made an amaz- competition like #6 University of Texas ing layout grab. [Junior] Nick Brown was in his face laying out too, so there’s not much a spot in the Division I Nationals tourna- you can do.” ment.and #32 University of Kansas to fight for “When it got to the point where it’s 7:30 Driving 10 hours into Kansas City, riding at night, your mental state isn’t quite there, with the Colorado College women’s club you’ve been up all day; it’s very challeng- Ultimate team, Strata, Wasabi had high ing,” sophomore Felix Braun said. With no consolation bracket, CC lost 15- Nationals. The men knew it was impera- 14 to the University of Kansas and took tivehopes to beatto place teams first like or Texas second in orderfor a bidto re to- seventh place at the tournament, tied with ceive the national bid. #106 Colorado State University (Hibida). Wasabi began play Saturday morning Despite losing the bid to Nationals, Wasabi against #64 Washington University in St. emerged from the tournament proud and Louis, winning handily 15-10 with great hopeful for next season. zone defense as the players played through “A big goal for the season was preparing swampy conditions. ourselves to be able to play considerably Wasabi moved into the next game better than we when we started the sea- against Texas (Tuff) knowing it would be son,” junior captain Conor Crowley said. their most important game of the tourna- “We worked harder than we have any oth- ment. CC needed to beat Texas in hopes of er year to the goal of being considerably playing a rematch with #10 University of better at Regionals. We wouldn’t have put Colorado Boulder after last weekend’s loss. 13 points on Texas at the beginning of the year.” into the second half, the athleticism and “I think the biggest change happened at speedAfter a well-foughtof Tuff unfortunately first half and comebackovercame Centex, our second tournament,” junior Wasabi 15-13. captain Gavin Nachbar said. “The team “We wanted to be aggressive and use a lot turned from a team of kids who had just Clockwise from top left: Ben Lawrence holds the disk. Felix Braun lauches into the air to of the stuff we had been practicing against come together playing frisbee to an actual catch the frisbee. Alex Whiting takes a leap. Photos courtesy of Lynne Skilken their vertical stack [offense],” senior Henry team where you could win games against the end zone, the seniors revitalized the weekend] I think I showed myself that McKenna said. “That didn’t work well, but high end teams.” team and sidelines to believe in Wasabi’s I could play at a higher level than I had luckily our man defense was effective; we With a fairly young team, CC achieved the comeback ability. played all year long.” held ourselves close, got a couple of breaks goal of improving steadily over the entire “I’m really proud of the team,” senior Wasabi has also established itself as a na- near the end, but didn’t get the win.” year, rather than previous years’ goals of captain Eppstein said. “We did all the right tional competitor. Two years ago the team With only one loss before elimination, peaking at each tournament. Despite shar- things. Ultimate is a game of runs, and we CC needed to win the rest of their games ing in the disappointment over not beating have to know that we can come back from senior veterans, but now with depth in in order to play Sunday and keep Nationals UT and KU, CC executed great offensive the start instead of believing it only after theirmade lineup Nationals and withunderclassman a core of four talent, or fiveCC hopes alive. - the second half.” looks to contend in Nationals next season. After the exhausting Tuff game, Wasabi sity compared to previous tournaments. “We proved to ourselves that we are a “It’d be a lie to say anything but that rallied to face #86 Kansas State. Mentally flow“No andmatter unprecedented which game it defensive was, we always inten comeback team, which is something that we’re a program,” Nachbar said. “It’s only and physically tired, CC went down early reached that next gear to match the level Wasabi historically has never been,” McK- going up from here, and we don’t have to with some amazing catches by Kansas of the team we were playing,” Braun said. enna said. “We haven’t been a team that start from scratch with a team like we have State as a result of defensive lapses. In the “We played Texas the closest of any other now.” second half, with the season on the line, team, so we found that extra gear, but it did that a lot this weekend. It was pretty “This team is going to win more games Wasabi came back with a series of defen- just ended up being not quite enough. An electriccould come in a lotback of thefrom second big deficits halves andof each we because we’re willing to wait for our series sive stops and offensive breaks in order to ultimate tournament is a long day, and so game.” of breaks and our run to come during the win 15-13. ups and downs are bound to happen.” Incorporating new players this year into game,” Crowley said. “Everyone knows we Game four, against #32 University of In particular, the seniors on the team the team has been a seamless transition can be one of the best teams in the country Kansas, started around 5 p.m. as evening helped fuel the second half pushes against despite the challenges of learning a new next year, and I don’t think anyone’s going crept in, and CC needed to step up the UT and KU. Seniors Alex Whiting, McKen- sport, and the team looks forward to next to have to be sold on that. That’s where mental intensity from the Kansas State na, Dan Eppstein, and Ben Lawrence were year’s goal of making Nationals. we’re starting.” vital in bringing intensity and pride into “Joining the team has been a great expe- sharpened their defense in order to spark - rience,” freshman Ian Adams said. “It was Editors note: Thomas Crandall is a mem- theirgame. offense. After another Clawing slow back first to tie half, 14-14 Wasabi go- less layout defensive stops, especially in a lot of fun learning a new sport, and [this ber of the Men’s Ultimate Team Pilates adjunctextending their final seasons.strengthens, With count rejuvenates ADJUNCT Every Mon- more Martha White said. “She does a different elements, such as partner class because she is a graduating senior day, Tuesday, great job making sure classes are inter- stretches, Theraband exercises, or to- and wanted to take advantage of the ad- Emma Longcope and Thursday, - day, inversions, such as headstands,” junct schedule. Staff Writer ent exercises.” White said. Theraband exercises involve “I leave each session feeling relieved, CC students estingThere and are filled 27 withstudents a variety registered of differ in using a stretchy plastic band to add re- refreshed, and rejuvenated,” Smith said. gather to work their bodiesa group and minds of fit the adjunct, some in the grade track, sistance when strength training. “While we’ve all gained strength, I also through 90-minute rhythmic routines. some auditing it, and others taking it Students warm up with stretches be- really appreciate the more emotional “It’s probably the best hour-and-a- pass/fail. The curriculum follows Jo- fore spending the majority of class en- aspects,” White said. “It’s relaxing, calm- half of my day,” senior Shaye Smith said. seph Pilates’ principles of exercise in- gaging in rhythmic routines, and ending Smith is a member of the Pilates adjunct fused with intention and fullness of with the practice of “corpse pose” for 10 same time as it functions as a workout. that Colorado College offers during sev- expression through centering, concen- minutes. Iing, really and look emotionally forward to beneficial the class at each the enth and eighth blocks. Students earn a tration, control, precision, breath, and week.” quarter of a credit for their time spent “[Pilates] is a strength exercise full of in the adjunct. The students do not use machinery “I definitely noticed an improvement rhythm – it’s almost a dance. I’m so glad The adjunct meets from 2:45 to 4:15 thatflow. many Pilates classes rely upon, both saidin my freshman strength Lily and Biggar. flexibility after just I decided to participate and I’ve already p.m. three days a week in the South because the class size is too big and be- the“I firstalso week,noticed especially a dramatic in myimprove core,”- enrolled for next year,” Biggar said. Dance Studio, where yoga classes were cause Herminjard believes wholeheart- ment in my core strength from the dif- Next year, the adjunct will be offered previously held, in Cossitt Hall. Dance edly that Pilates should be able to be professor Patrizia Herminjard, an art- practiced anywhere. Smith said. sixth blocks. There are still spots open, ist-in-residence, instructs the course. “While the routine is essentially the ficultySmith and explained repetition that of inthe addition exercises,” to buton aif similarthis year schedule is any overindication, fifth andthe “[Herminjard] is wonderful,” sopho- same every day, we vary it by adding increasing strength, she enrolled in the

class will fill up quickly. 14 May 3, 2013 S Will Collins’ sexuality eclipse his game? Soccer stars sweep SAAC banquet MCKENNANALYSIS What Ja- son Col- Henry McKenna lins did on Guest Writer Monday was nothing short of spectacular. He didn’t make a buzzer-beater shot or dunk someone into the floor; he didn’t even touch the floor of an NBA court. On Mon- day, Washington Wizards center Jason Collins came out as a proud homosexual. In do- ing so, he became the first active Left: Captains Hannah Peterson and Marika Viragh leading the team to Stuart Field. Photo courtesy of Marika Viragh. Right: Daniel professional athlete in the big four Wright recieves the ball. Photo courtesy of Daniel Wright American sports leagues to come out. SOCCER It was an impres- cess for my entire team. It has been an in- A small handful of athletes have sive weekend for credible and unforgettable four years for have been a journey-- one where I am Katy Stetson come out after their careers ended. Colorado College’s me at CC and this award is a very special constantlyflattered,” shelearning said. “The from past my four coaches, years Sports Editor These athletes feared what might spring athletes as teammates, and peers. hope that I can in- have happened if they came out as men’s lacrosse annihilated Southwestern “I feel like the award could have gone to spire others to live and experience CC in active professionals, as there is evi- to take the SCAC championship; men’s away whole to finish slew my of timemale as athletes. an athlete Winning here.” the same way I tried to, through the spirit dence to support that the leagues and women’s tennis fought valiantly for the award and seeing all of my friends, of Quon.” are homophobic. For example, ESPN their own SCAC titles in the Texas heat; teammates and fellow athletes who are All three recipients embody exactly reported that NFL General Manag- women’s lacrosse dominated Dallas in all so talented and so good at the respec- what team sports are about: dedication, ers asked draft prospects whether tive sports was very humbling,” Wright teamwork, and the unceasing effort to they “like girls.” women’s track teams had a combined 9 said. improve oneself and others. Collins said that he waited so long recordtheir final breaking home game; performances, and the men’s includ and- It speaks well of any team from which a “I owe so much to my coaches and because he didn’t want to be a dis- ing two SCAC championships for the men player is acknowledged as Athlete of the teammates for making me look good and traction for his teammates. He was Year. Both soccer teams had exceptional always pushing me to improve in every right. The press has already gone women. seasons making it to the NCAA tourna- crazy over this, and rightfully so. It’s andDespite five all-leagueall of the effort recognitions put forth forby our the ment, and it was evident that the level of Wright said. a big step for gay rights. spring sports, it was soccer that was most soccer has been kicked up a level. aspectThe awards of life, notand justdeserts on the were soccer garnished field.” But what’s next for gay athletes celebrated at the school’s end-of-the-year “Both Frenchie and Petey have earned by guest speaker, Andy Potts. Potts is an and Jason Collins? Student Athletic Advisory Committee this award in so many ways. They are Olympian and triathlete, who has out- Jason Collins will enter free agen- banquet. constantly working and pushing each standing accomplishments including the cy. It will be monumental if a team other and those around them. They have 2007 Iron Man title. He shared the im- signs him. He’s not a scorer, but he Common Room to celebrate the conclu- made deep impacts on their respective portance of a positive attitude and effort can provide depth on defense as a sionOver of 200another student-athletes year, fellow athletes, filled Gate’s and programs,” teammate, friend, and soccer in and outside of sport, and emphasized seven-footer. If a team doesn’t sign to recognize three individuals for out- captain Marika Viragh, said. applying the attributes learned in prac- him, then Collins, as the first openly standing achievement. Viragh herself was not discluded from tice as many graduate and enter the real gay pro athlete, may be spoiled a bit, the action; Viragh was the recipient of the world. and he won’t play a game or have Male Athlete of the Year and Female Ath- Chris M. Quon Award. Such words ring true for all of us on the teammates as an openly gay player. leteThe of firstthe year, two went awards to presented,power couple, the The Quon Award is presented annu- cusp of graduation. As we all make the And it makes a difference. It Daniel “Frenchie” Wright and Hannah ally to a student-athlete who embodies transition, be it from freshmen to sopho- shouldn’t, but it does. “Petey” Peterson, both of whom played Quon’s dedication to community service more year, to a university in the middle of His presence as a quiet but hard soccer all four years. and campus leadership, as well as excel- Argentina, or into the “real world,” we can fouling force in the paint will help “It is such an honor to have won Female lence in both the classroom and athletic look to the example of Wright, Peterson, Americans forget that he’s gay and Athlete of the Year,” Peterson gushed. competition. and Viragh, as they dedicated themselves remember that he’s just another “This award was only possible because of “To have won the the Chris M. Quon not only to their team, but also to this basketball player. He’s no different the help and hard work that led to suc- award is quite the honor, and I am very community. than the rest on the court. While it’s important for Collins to make head- lines now and perhaps in the next few years to come, his coming out will begin to allow gay players not to make headlines in the future, but Although there campus security as “abandoned,” and whenever they wanted,” Eide said. “This CLIMBING for gay players in pro sports to be- are signs around these bikes provide free parts to broken year we're a lot more organized... I'm re- come commonplace. Kayla Fratt Colorado College's bikes. Students generally bring their ally happy with how the club has been On the other hand, if Collins wants Staff Writer campus with GPS bikes in for basic things like brake tune- run this year.” to be a visible gay icon, he’ll have coordinates for Aside from running the Bike Co-op, the opportunity. He will get offers the Bike Co-op, it's not an easy place to that there are a couple things that they the Bikie Club is involved with the rac- for endorsements if he makes an- ups and flat tires, although Eide adds ing team and organizes fun rides, rang- other team. Nike has stated that know where to look; there is no map or The goal of the co-op is to teach stu- ing from the annual bike trip to Aspen they are eager to sponsor the first anyfind. directionsEven the Mathias online. frontThe Bikedesk didn'tCo-op can't fix at the co-op. - openly gay player, and they will CCborders the Mathias/Tutt bikers Library park- er than dropping fly off a broken the piece of ride from co-op CC to Cripple Creek this Sat- not be the only company to make ing lot, hidden inside a storage unit with metaldents at how a shop to fix and their returning own bikes to pick rath up urday.over first block break to the less-official an offer. A man who has averaged its door thrown open. a working bicycle. Many students sim- The experience of the workers comes six points or less in his entire ca- Just outside the unit sat several bike from a variety of areas. Dubensky works reer could make significantly more bikes, or might be intimidated by the at a bike shop at home, whereas Eide money through endorsements than and Walt Dubensky, and freshman Aus- workingsply don't haveof a gear the toolscassette. to fix their own races road bikes, and Nestler is interest- through his contract. tinaficionados-sophomores Eide-each with a bike Johnbefore Nestler them Even in the nice weather, the co-op op- ed in mountain biking. The majority of Collins’ career will not be defined and grease on their hands. Van Morri- the workers own several bikes and en- by his stats, though. Rather, his ca- son played on a laptop and small spare joy spending time with their bikes, akin reer will be defined by his number, bike parts lay on white cloths around erates in fits and starts. Eide said, “I've to car enthusiasts who spend hours tin- 98, which was in honor of Matthew the workers. hadOn days Monday, where all kidsthree have boys to were wait work to fix- kering with and waxing their cars. Shepard, a gay teenager, who was Eight CC students are employed at aing flat.” on personal projects. Eide worked For more information about the Bike kidnapped and murdered in 1998. the Bike Co-op, which is open Monday on a bike from parts taken entirely from Co-op or Bike Club, contact senior man- It will be defined by the graceful through Thursday from 3-5pm. Some agers Daniel Alvarado, Daniel Kidney, manner by which he has handled work at bike shops at home and all are or John Collis. The co-op is open 3-5 coming out. It will be defined by his avid cyclists. whilethe confiscated Dubensky gave bikes; his Nestler bike a cleaning cleaned p.m. Monday through Thursday. Even if homosexuality. Nestler explains, “I learned how to andhis mountain tune-up. bikeUnlike before last patchingsemester, flats, the - He will be an inspiration to the - co-op now operates on regular hours ers will be happy to teach you more thousand young aspiring athletes in and has regular staff. aboutyour bike maintenance doesn't need and fixing, show theyou work a few the coming years, gay or not. fix bikes by breaking them... and some “Last year, guys just came and went times breaking them while fixing them.” The shed is full of bikes confiscated by quick fixes for common problems. S May 3, 2013 15 FUCC brings it: Burgers on the beach

FUCC In a ski sea son where Kate Leaf winter waited- and instead spend the day soaking up Active Life Editor the sun at the base and grilling food. The weather did not disappoint this until the end of year with temperatures hovering in the March to arrive full-force, Colorado Col- 50s, and many attendees could be seen lege students gung-ho for another day of sunbathing in tank tops. However, due skiing showed up dressed up in flair to to the multiple feet of snow that fell a FUCC’sBurgers last on event, the BeachBurgers is ona coveted the Beach, CC week prior, the snow was present, albeit this past Sunday. farslushy, the afterwarmest 11 a.m. skiing I’ve ever had in “The weather was amazing. It was by tradition and occurs at Arapahoe Ba- sin each spring after the other Summit my life,” senior Robin Gleason said. County ski resorts have closed their CC students weren’t the only people doors for the season. Aptly named, Burg- lounging on the snowy beach on Sun- ers on the Beach takes place at the base day—the zaniness of spring skiing of A-Basin at the edge of the parking lot thrives at the laid-back A-Basin and that native Coloradans have long called all the picnic tables were filled with “The Beach.” similarly costumed skiers. Several dogs FUCC reserves a spot along the Beach roamed between the tables including a complete with one or two picnic tables, pudgy pug named Jarvis who quickly be- busses students up from campus and came a favorite with CC students. brings along a day’s-worth of brat- “Weather, good snow conditions, and wursts, hamburgers, hot dogs, and all a decent job of advertising played a role the fixings. in getting so many people to come,” “In years past we have reserved our Gregovich said. “While there will always space as early as December to assure be that ‘core’ group of burgers enthusi- that we would get a spot,” junior Andrew asts,For weseniors hope thinking to have about more peoplethe immi at- Gregovich, who helped coordinate the tend in the future.” event, said. “We waited until April this - year and as a result the event had to be nence of graduation, this event really pushed to the first Sunday of this block felt like a closing of four years of skiing event—the(it is usually vast held majority on the first decked Saturday).” out in shenanigans. Many came together 10 About 60 CC students attended the minutes “My favorite before momentthe lifts closed of the today join was in drop of A-Basin and the glorious sun- bigger. “one last run.” shine,” said Gleason. “CSU has connections with Odell’s thereneon windbreakers,are students who spandex, don’t fureven coats, ski ing down the mountain with the back Gregovich spoke of joining forces with Brewery,” Gregovich said. “This, com- CC jerseys, or patriotic garb. Each year, the last run with all of CC together cruis- Colorado State University’s snow rider bined with our grilling expertise, will - club next year to make the event even create the ideal tailgating scenario.”

Left: Three senior girls at the base of A-Basin. Photo courtesy of Mel Yemma. Top right and bottom right: Carey Jonker hangs out with Jarvis. Zach Atchinson and Kate McManus enjoy the spring skiing. Photos courtesy of Rachel Gips

TRACK/FIELD It was a weekend watch his team contribute to the teams’

Nick Brown coming into the weekend. With a pack of “It was just a very satisfying end to the niors this year, alongside teammate Eli Guest Writer full of personal byTrinity six seconds, runners winning on his heels, the Conference he rose to combined nine Personal Records. Williams. The rest of the men’s team is records and All- the challenge and beat his personal best composed entirely of freshmen and soph- Conference perfor- season for most of the team,” Coach Cas- omores. With so much talent returning mancesCC for Coloradotrack College down and at the Championship. field goes tanedathe concluded. distancenext year, at things SCACare really looking up for of the day went to Graham Frank, who SCAC Championships last weekend. The One of the most impressive finishes But the season isn’t over for everyone. the program. women’s track and field team ran and Some members of the team will go on to While the track team has been without jumped their way to four All-Conference placed third and won an All-Conference try to qualify for Nationals this weekend a track for the past two seasons, run- performances, while the men’s team con- honor in the 10,000-meter run, an event at Occidental College in California. The tice,ners andhave Coachbeen drivingCastaneda to Widefield seemed Highsure tributed eight more qualifying perfor- in which Graham had never previously competition will be stiff, and CC is going School and St. Mary’s High School to prac- mances, including two Conference Cham- ationcompeted. for him The because men’s we head didn’t coach, have any Ted to have to contend with the most talent- pionship awards for senior Matt Schull Castaneda, said, “[It] was a difficult situ- ed runners in the region, including a few that a new track was “going to fire up ev- and another for sophomore Nick Hall. - Olympic athletes. erybody.” Schull earned his first championship body in the 10k, but they allowed me to Coach Castaneda acknowledged that it With so much success coming this year, in the long jump and his second in the put Graham in and we got a great perfor- would be a tough weekend, but ensured it’s exciting that things are still getting 200-meter dash. He also placed second in mance from him.” me that his runners would run some of better for the CC men’s track team. Keep the 100-Meter Dash with a time of 11:29, “Overall, it was just a fun meet to watch. their best times and set some personal re- an eye out for Matt Schull this weekend; just .03 seconds behind the leader in that You could just sense that everybody was cords. “Matt Schull is shooting for a school he is trying to break a school record in the event. spurred on together,” Coach Castaneda record in the 200m,” Castaneda said. 200-meter dash that has stood undefeat- Hall was a favorite for the 1500-meter said. He was understandably excited to Schull is one of just two graduating se- ed for over a decade. 16 May 3, 2013 S

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IF INTERESTED IN APPLYING, CONTACT [email protected] PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE APPRECIATED, BUT NOT NEEDED YOU GET TO SEE JESSE PAUL EVERY THURSDAY, WHATʼS NOT TO LOVE Yoga club becomes more legitimate with May 3, 2013 trained teachers and funding. Page 18 best snacks during break. Page 19 catalystnewspaper.com Inside scoop on where to find the LLIFE Let’s talk about sex: ‘Relations’ this weekend Sex and ed workshops and asked for original stu- and crafting a script. They’ve brought experience that has allowed me to dive THEATER sexuality are dent submissions, attempting to paint a voices to submissions written by their into a wide variety of different charac- Jack Williamson sometimes portrait of the sex lives of CC students. peers, and bring their own unique per- ters and begin to conceptualize their Guest Writer two very dif- And so, ‘Relations’ was born. spectives and personalities to the script. emotions and motivations,” said senior This week, the tradition continues. Matt McNerney. “It helps to know all to discuss. This is especially true at a Senior Nora Alami, alongside her co- the show to the rest of CC. these characters come from Colorado school like Colorado College,ficult where topics the director, junior Kevin Dorff, has assem- And‘Relations’ now, they’re is a unique finally readytheater to expe bring- College.” notorious “hook-up culture” seems to be bled 12 students to bring their peers’ rience. Most plays, or at least the good ‘Relations’ is a great piece of theater an ever-present norm. Four years ago, stories about sex, love, and all the other ones, force the audience to question an because it also forces students to think however, a group of students, inspired complicated aspects of sexuality at Colo- assumption they’ve walked into the the- about a part of their lives that usually by Eve Ensler’s ‘The Vagina Monologues,’ rado College to life. The cast and crew, atre with. This show, however, is unique. goes unnoticed, or at least unexamined. decided to try and spark a conversation ranging from seniors to freshman, have As a piece of “social justice theater,” the The goal is to leave the audience with a on campus. They sent out surveys, host- worked for months, collecting stories goal of ‘Relations’ is to force CC to take a better of understanding of how they, as no-nonsense look at sex and sexuality on an individual, functions in the bigger pic- our campus. ture of CC’s hook-up and party culture. This is especially true of hard to talk Like it or not, we need to talk about the about subjects, usually ignored or rel- sex culture at our school. The fact that egated to a number of different on-cam- 26 percent of students at CC report be- pus events. Topics like sexual assault ing the victims of sexual assault (a fact and the queer experience on campus I learned from ‘Relations’) is simply are brought to the forefront of the con- unacceptable. That’s one in four stu- servation at times in ‘Relations.’ And this dents. Something’s wrong, not only at is one of the reasons ‘Relations’ is such our school but also with our view of sex an interesting event – because it allows in general, in a world where that many those who usually remain voiceless a people are victimized. platform to spread their message to the And this is why you need to see ‘Re- masses. lations.’ If you won’t see it because it’s The show is so much more, though, than a discussion about the negative your friends and fellow Tigers, if you aspects of sex at CC. ‘Relations’ is also won’tfilled withsee it touchingbecause it’s performances a well-crafted by a celebration of our sexuality – giving - students the chance to anonymously missions, if you won’t see it because it’s discuss their lives at Colorado College. ascript great filled show with – see original it because student it’s subim- CC students answered questions like portant. See it because ‘Relations’ will “What’s your fantasy?” or “What makes make you think, and just might make our you feel sexy?” Predictably, the results school a better place. are both touching and hilarious. There ‘Relations’ runs May 2nd – 5th in Tay- are pieces celebrating genitalia, Rastall lor Theater (next to Bemis Hall) Thurs- crushes, making love, and good ol’ fash- day, Friday, Saturday – 7 p.m., Sunday – 2 ioned fucking. Whether they’re set in a p.m. crowded house party or in the middle of Tickets at Worner Desk. Free, but with the woods, the stories in ‘Relations’ at- a recommended $5 donation to TESSA. Top: The cast of Relations, directed by Nora Alami and Kevin Dorff, has been working tempt to paint a full picture of what its Cash, check and Gold Card accepted at together since 4th block in order to truly internalize the monologues. Junior (and author of like being sexual, or not, at CC. the Worner Desk. Cash accepted at the their piece) Jack Williamson practices a heartfelt monologue in dress rehearsal Wednes- “This show has been an eye-opening door. day. Photos by Morgan Bak. Psychedelic bowling is back after cancellation rumors money, which is what we did.” ning the event in the fall, was under the EVENTS This Wednes- Blues & Shoes and Llamapalooza is a day, CC students CCSGA agreed to co-sponsor fund- impression that another organization busy time for many students, the Fiji Maggie Deadrick will once again ing for the event, and Fiji ensured that was planning to host the event when he organizers are happy to have been able Life Editor get freaky under changes would be made to maximize was told to wait until later in the year. to organize this event and bring Psyche- the black control and safety at the venue. “We let it be for a while and brain- delic Bowling back to the student body. lights and try their hands at strikes “The last time this event was held, stormed ideas to mitigate the problems “Having such a big event the last week and spares. The void left by Psychedelic there were a lot of counterfeit tickets, Bethany brought up,” he said. “Since she of school was not our intention at all,” Bowling on the social calendar this year so there are way too many people,” said told me to wait, we thought someone said Ory. “But there were issues schedul- was surely noted, as many students senior Fiji brother Kai Ory. “There are else was planning it. Once that didn’t ing the CC buses and other things. Obvi- questioned the reasons for its termina- always a lot of issues with underage happen, we approached her again early ously, the earlier the better, but in order tion. As it turns out, the event was not drinking there too. Those are some of Block 7 to get the ball rolling.” to have a successful event we wanted to cancelled. the main issues.” Although the Wednesday between make sure we had time to plan it.” “Students were under the impression The organizers plan to mitigate both of that the administration had said no the major issues by prioritizing students to psychedelic bowling,” said Bethany over 21, allowing them to sign up for Grubbs, Student Life Specialist. “The ad- - issued to avoid counterfeiting; instead, ing psychedelic bowling but had some studentsthe event who first. want No paperto attend tickets will bewill add be- stipulationsministration about was alwayskeeping fine it safe. with I think hav ed to a list. There are only 400 spots, and that for a while, it just wasn’t happening only students on the list will be let in. because the organizers were trying to Despite rumors, both the administra- tion and Classic 300 Lanes are in full The fraternity Fiji has sponsored the support of the event next week. With eventfigure outfor howthe past to keep three it safe.” years at Clas- that, students are uncertain why it has sic 300 Lanes in Colorado Springs; since taken all year for the event to be orga- Block 1, the brothers have planned to nized. continue the tradition with the adminis- Friedman attests that it took great ef- tration’s considerations in mind. fort and motivation from the fraternity “We wanted to have one end-of-the- to organize the event because the ad- year event for the whole school since ministration did not offer assistance. we haven’t really done anything all year,” said Matt Friedman, senior Fiji brother. then CCSGA, and they decided to give “We decided to try to do psychedelic us“We funding,” talked he to said. the bowling“When we alley told first, the bowling. I know people tried earlier in administration that CCSGA gave us fund- Class of 2013 girls attended the spring 2011 psychedelic bowling event, hosted by Fiji. The the year. They talked to administrators ing, then they said we could do it.” return of the event again this year has proven to be a reminiscent experience for many instead of going straight to CCSGA for Ory, who contacted Grubbs about plan- seniors. Photo courtesy of Nicole Gillett. 18 May 3, 2013 L Documentary director brings dolphin cause to campus merciless dolphin poaching. In a remote, councilmen ended the distribution of DOCUMENTARY A student club brought dol- hidden cove in Taiji, Japan, thousands dolphin meat in school lunches. Addi- Films to me are a great way to evolve Maia Wikler phins to Colo- of dolphins are brutally slaughtered tionally, the number of dolphins slaugh- culture;taries but it’s millions the most have powerful seen this weapon film. Web Editor rado Springs last for meat distribution or sold to marine tered each year has decreased from week in an effort parks each year. and you create allies.” to raise awareness about poaching and - Psihyos met Steven Spielberg and asked ofOne mass student destruction. asked the You director, create “What a film mercury poisoning in Japan. makers, free divers, and the expertise him2,000 what to 800. his advice Before would filming be “The to aspiring Cove,” can we do?” PeaceJam screened “The Cove” docu- ofWith National a skilled Geographic team of employees, activists, film the “Here’s the hope,” Psihyos said. “My mentary in Armstrong Theatre on April production team used thermal cameras “He said no boats and no animals,” generation screwed it up but we didn’t 25, followed by a discussion with the Psihyosfilmmakers. said at the screening. And that know it yet. The good news is that you’re order to capture footage that had never is exactly what the production team did, has won 46 awards since its release in beenand rocks seen asby camouflage humans. for cameras in earning incredible success that instigat- decades, maybe, to halt it and say, ‘Wake 2009,film’s director,including Louie the AudiencePsihoyos. AwardThe film at The documentary exposed not only the ed much needed change. The demand upthe world!’only generation That to tome fix is it. empowering. We have two the 2009 Sundance Film Festival and the disturbingly brutal poaching practices , for dolphin meat has been reduced by I’ve seen what a few people can do to 2010 Academy Award for Best Feature but also the dangers of mercury poison- about two-thirds and the world can now change the world. Margaret Meade is Documentary. ing in dolphin meat, which children in learn about the hidden secret of Taiji. known for her quote: ‘Never doubt that “The Cove” is a documentary fueled by Japan had unknowingly been consuming a few thoughtful citizens can change the an undying passion to bring awareness in their school lunches. can cause massive change,” Psihyos said. world. Indeed it’s the only way it ever to one of the world’s best-kept secrets, “A“‘The few Cove’thousands gave mesee hope most that documen the film- has.’ That couldn’t be more true today.”

Since the release of the film, two Taiji Student yoga club thrives in new athletic facilities As the sun department now pays CC student in- YOGA sets over Pikes structors to teach the classes. Senior and Betsy Stratton Peak, CC students program co-leader, Antonucci, is also Guest Writer gather in El Po- pleased with the move and grateful for mar’s new Louis the athletic department’s employment; Multipurpose Room to wind down from she has, however, noticed a few small a busy day of classes and homework. changes since the move. Yoga has been present in CC’s culture for “Up until 5th block this year, we were years. completely independent,” she said. However, only just this year has it be- come a staple in the community due to funding. Now that we’re getting funded the increase in funding, the construction through“That’s why the itathletic has been department, so hard to theyfind of the new yoga studio, and the hard have more of a say in what goes on, what work and passion of the student in- we call classes, and when we operate.” structors heading the newly-developed Senior instructor Zac Chapman feels program. - Before this year, CC yoga had no fund- ing for classes and materials. Instruc- andthat thisspread recent interest move to to a the broader fitness range cen tors were not getting paid for their ofter students. is helping the yoga program flourish weekly commitments to teach yoga, and “Our great yoga community is now they were sharing studio space with being nurtured through the athletic de- the dance department in Cossitt Hall. However, seniors Emily Faxon, Meridith increased across the board,” said Chap- Antonucci, and Sarah Hutchinson have man.partment. “With [Thethe athletics interest] department has definitely you been the driving forces in legitimizing get a lot of people [who are] athletically- yoga practice on campus as something minded. But then, there’s also the kids more lasting and more available. The who are into the more contemplative renovation of El Pomar Sports Center as- aspect of it.” sisted in making these changes happen. Faxon agreed that changing locations Yoga classes are held weekdays at various times in the Louis Multipurpose Room. Photo With the reconstruction came a new ad- is adding to the spectrum of the yoga by Sam Zarky. dition, the Louis Multipurpose Room, an program, mostly in assisting in the in- exercise studio overlooking Washburn are more spiritual than others, some are Field and Pikes Peak that is designated and providing , in addition to being able could teach, would teach. Now that it is more core-based. There even used to be for yoga practice and classes. Senior totroduction provide mats,of new cleaning group fitness supplies, classes bol- morefied,” saidof a Faxon.school-sponsored “It was just program, whoever a hip hop yoga.” Faxon advocated for the move fromout sters, wraps, blankets, and straps. to we have greater accountability and a Antonucci loves what the yoga pro- of Cossitt and celebrates what the new people who want to borrow. gram has personally given to her. “What studio offers. “We have core classes now. We have is really cool about CC yoga is that it “It’s beautiful,” she said. “They are real Zumba, Tai Chi, that’s all organized great amount of certified teachers.” gives young teachers like myself the op- higherFor the expectations. first year that instructors are portunity to grow as teachers. I think it’s dance department for studio space be- “We’ve been talking about introducing urged“There’s towards this newcertification, expectation Saks that senses the a really special experience to lead class- causefloors it’s and ours. we [The don’t dance have department] to fight the under the fitness center,” said Faxon. es for kids that are your age,” she said. would get in our way, we would get in starts sometime next week. I think there she said. “It adds a certain professional- “It’s student-run, for students. Yoga can their way. It was just awful. This space, isa cross-fita lot of potential.” class, and cardio kickboxing ism‘certified’ to it.” teacherSince the can athletic teach adepartment legit class,” be disseminated in very different ways though, we can open up the full-length An advocate for the more spiritual and I think that having various styles windows. It is so nice when it’s warm approach to yoga practice, Antonucci order to be paid, interested teachers are and teachers is a wonderful opportunity out. lookingnow requires for assistance teachers towith be certifiedthe course in for the CC community.” This relocation has integrated CC yoga distracting. “For me, yoga isn’t so much fee. According to Saks and other younger aboutfinds thea workout new fitness as it is atmosphere about the expe a bit- “We hope that there’s a possibility that instructors, the changes and progress the athletic department may help fund made this year were achieved through into the fitness center, and the athletic vibe with the new studio,” she said. “You - the hard work of the seniors who pas- “The renovation of El Pomar hearriences, basketballs so there isbouncing definitely outside a different and tion,” said Chapman. The CC yoga pro- sionately wanted to improve and en- Sports Center assisted in mak- music. But it’s awesome that we have gram’sor subsidize changes the have training helped and an certifica already hance the opportunities for yoga on our own space.” talented group of instructors to thrive, campus. ing these changes happen. With The highlight of the newly thriving yoga contributing to a variety of classes and “Being able to watch, since my fresh- the reconstruction came a new program is the standard and authentic- styles offered to the CC community. man year, the program evolve and see addition, the Louis Multipur- ity of the yoga instructors involved. The ”Each instructor is trained usually in a what it is now… I love CC yoga; it is an pose Room, an exercise studio different way,” said Chapman. “Because incredible opportunity for our school,” overlooking Washburn Field there is such a plethora of yoga teach- said Antonucci. “I think CC yoga gives anfitness organization center pays that instructors instructs andwho certi have- ings these days, it’s insane how many people who wouldn’t go to a yoga studio, and Pikes Peak that is designat- been certified under the Yoga Alliance,- styles we offer.” because of time or money or whatever, ed for yoga practice and classes.” cation course. The CC yoga program has “There is Dharma, and Jivamukti. We the opportunity for them to try yoga in a -Betsy Stratton fies instructors using a 200-hour certifi mostly teach Vinyasa. But there’s some different setting with a whole variety of “Before, you didn’t have to be certi- Ashtanga,” said Faxon. “Some classes classes and teachers.” 16 instructors, 14 of which are certified. L May 3, 2013 19 Fuel the block plan with departmental snacks

Whether a familiar subject or com- DEPARTMENTS It’s 10:30 a.m. Feel like pletely new, break time is bonding time, fers chocolate, pretzels (a favorite) and registrar make a good excuse to check Leeds Mallinck- you need to re- and animal crackers always help. unlimitedshe said. Onecoffee �loor and down,tea, and Geology something of- onOne your �light classes. down, the lollipops at the rodt-Reese fuel? You prob- “Anyone with classes in Tutt, Olin and a little bigger to go on near the end of While students at most colleges are Guest Writer ably went out last Barnes go to get food from Anthropolo- block. History Professor Dana Wittmer struggling through a week of exams, us night, and per- gy,” said junior Phoebe Blessing. “Every- has a candy stash, and if you’re polite block-plan kids complete the mini cycle haps staring out at the slowly warming one on campus knows that, right?” The she can slip you a few! weather is a bit easier than paying at- Psychology and Neuroscience depart- Cheri Gamble, the secretary for Stu- to a close, giving back might take your tention in class. Chances are good you’re ments don’t have anything, and Biology mindeach month, off work and for as a ourmoment. �inal push comes not alone. only has slim pickings. If you don’t usually snack, perhaps “Friday is the best day in the Sociology Suzanne Ridings, the secretary for the ideadent she Accounts, saw and has picked a �ishbowl up. “I thought, full of instead of using break to check your department,” junior Shealagh Coughlin Anthropology department, has been on ‘That’ssnacks, just to be so �ished cute!” outshe with said. a Options net, an phone, take a walk down the hall. Say hi said, discussing Palmer Hall’s break time the job for ten years. “Initially we just to some new people, and give your brain snack options. Georgia Dean, a junior, had candy, then someone suggested it crackers to alphabet cookies. “I’ll have some fuel. said, “People take the snacks on the way should be a little healthier,” she said. studentsvary sometimes, spell out from a wordGold�ish before to animal they Stop and chat with the quiet caretak- to class. Its always a race for the people Department Chair Mario Montano’s An- take some,” Gamble said, who puts them ers who make our lives just a little easier. who actually know about it.” thropology of Food course sparked the out just because it’s a nice thing to do. Please make sure you give your depart- Colorado College students are always change. Insider tip: Gamble has been known to enthusiastic about the offerings laid out Now with vegetables and dip, chips, munching during break (most secretar- by various departments across campus. crackers, candy, and marshmallows, the Just down the hall of Armstrong, the iesment pay some out-of-pocket) money if youor at �ind least yourself give a Most students need a little something to Anthropology department certainly has Englishhome make department muf�ins instead.has a bowl of candy. big thank you. keep them going for three hours. “Breaks the best reputation on campus. “I like are the only thing that get me through doing it.” Ridings said with a smile. class,” Dean said. Next door, Palmer Hall is home to Ge- Although it’s a simple offering, there ology and Political Science, which has is certainly a small but unique campus black coffee, and some candy and treats culture that hinges on those 10 minutes from time to time. Economics serves hot with the same group every day. water and a candy bowl, History pro- As majors develop on the Block Plan, one spends months in the same build- ogy takes the cake as the winner among ing, getting to know the department and them.vides coffee and Gold�ish, and Sociol- feeling at home in a subject. With the “I had kids of my own and I know what they like,” said Michele Klein. or free block to explore, a different class When she began at CC three years ago, providesoccasional a whole requirement new community, to be ful�illed even animal crackers were already a staple. if temporarily. “It’s a good way to make it so that they feel welcome,” Mandy Sul- solute best brand and added chocolate frian, the department secretary of Geol- onOver Fridays. time, she“Students has �igured go through out the a tub ab- A wide variety of treats are available across campus, including candy and vegetables in ogy, said. the Anthropology department (above), as well as hot drinks and animal crackers in the Sociology department (left). Photos by Veronica Spann. a day; they’re about �ive pounds each,” IMAGINE TOP SCHOOLS EXTRAORDINARY EDUCATORS LIVE CLASSES FOR CREDIT ONLINE

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