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Mark Nessia/The Runner Men’s and women’s swimming and diving take on UC Davis. See story and pictures on Page 10. New Simulation Center in Sci II By Blanca Martinez instead of using the trailer next to the students can check its pulse, and per- Staff Writer police station. form IVs. The mannequins even dis- Help for Haiti [email protected] Anyone who walks inside the skills lab pense fake body fluids, urine and blood. will be amazed with the hospital-like They cough, and their chest moves up Excited nursing students will have to environment. Each bed is occupied with and down as they breathe. Most amaz- The earthquake wait a bit longer for the new Simulation a mannequin that looks very much like ingly, they are able to talk and respond Center to open. The new simulation a human being. The expression on its to the students. The lab coordinator felt ’round the center was supposed to officially open face resembles a person who is in deep uses a wireless microphone to answer yesterday. However, it is now sched- pain, giving the students a more real life the students’ questions through the uled to open next quarter, but hopefully feeling of the situation. mannequin. It is as if they are treating a world it will open next month. A mannequin makes heart and lung real live patient. It will be a great joy for the students to sounds and can blink. It is attached to a Students are allowed to perform IVs By Olivia Duncan ing support of the American be able to use the new simulation center real patient monitor that changes as it and physical assessments on each other. Staff Writer people following yester- located in the Science II building becomes healthy or sick. The nursing [Cont. on Page 3] [email protected] day’s terrible earthquake. I have directed my admin- Another disaster has struck istration to respond with a and another country has swift, coordinated, and Furloughs, finals and fellowship been destroyed. aggressive effort to save Once again, we are testing lives. The people of Haiti By Porshay Spencer or more sins afflicted their lives the power of other countries will have the full support of Staff Writer directly. One by one the mem- around the world to come the United States in the [email protected] bers read the definition of their together in a time of need urgent effort to rescue those sin and a biblical scripture that and send help where it is trapped beneath the rubble Facing faculty furloughs and contain the sin within its verse. needed. and to deliver the humani- the stress of finals some students As if in a seminar without an Haiti experienced a natural tarian relief - the food, find a sense of community and authoritative figure to overlook disaster when a 7.0 magni- water and medicine - that belonging while fellowshipping the direction of the conversation, tude earthquake hit south of Haitians will need in the on campus. the students listened and actively Port-au-Prince on Jan. 12, coming days. In that effort, On Thursday, January 23, at 9 participated as a whole to find a 2010, leaving the country in our government, especially p.m. Gathering a makeshift circle common road of enlightenment. ruins. United States Agency for of California State University There were no phones ringing, The death toll remains International Development Bakersfield students met on com- no side conversations or boring unclear, but Haitian author- (USAID) and the mon grounds to discuss fellow- body language suggest everyone ities report it has reached Departments of State and ship and rejoice in Entwood including myself were present more than 70,000. Defense are working close- dorm lobby. literally in mind, body and soul. On the morning of January ly together and with our No preachers, no pulpits or con- During the discussion, Tyree 13, President Obama spoke partners in Haiti, the region descending stares helped set the Boyd-Pates a 21-year-old theater on the situation in Haiti and and around the world.” tone and atmosphere for a uplift- major took the role as moderator. expressed his condolences There are many ways for ing stimulating discussion He didn’t act as if he was ruling to those affected by the everyone to get involved amongst peers. over the discussion but more an catastrophe and emphasized and help in the relief effort. A prayer was said to start off the interpreter of things that may that the United States is Whether one would want bible study with a sense of unity. have been misunderstood, or here to help. to send supplies, money or The students who participated misleading so that the conversa- Obama said: “Good morn- in some instances be able focused on the seven deadly sins tion could run as smoothly as ing, everybody. This morn- and willing to adopt a child; which are wrath, envy, lust, pride, possible. The discussion did ing I want to extend to the the gluttony, sloth and greed. Each reach a peak when the members people of Haiti the deep [Cont. on Page 2] person was assigned a sin to began to acknowledge Porshay Spencer/The Runner condolences and unwaver- research and to figure out if one [Cont. on Page 3] Bible study took place in Entwood Dorm lobby.

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By Rebecca Flanum, Staff Writer; Roxy Chavez, Staff Writer

This week, The Runner asked, “Do you think that homecoming will be a success? Why or why not?”

Bianca Andrews Elise Franco Wendy Bennett Sydney Peoples Freshmen, Junior, Runner Bookstore Criminal Justice/ Anthropology “Yes, I do think that English “ Yes because it is a it will be a success, “I think it’d be fun but very popular social although I am not “Yeah, because I my boyfriend is lame event.” able to attend.” know a lot of people and doesn’t want to from BC are going.” take me.”

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The Runner California State University, Bakersfield OfBy Derekpresidents Bato and poppycock 9001 Stockdale Hwy. Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099 Opinions Editor Telephone 661.654.2165 [email protected] Fax 661.654.6905 E-mail [email protected] A message delivered on his arrival at CSUB from University president, Horace Mitchell (I editorialstaff rather like that name: Horace,) seems to be full of as much fluff as EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Ashley Sizemore the fake dreams that parents sell to [email protected] their children about what they can be when they grow up. MANAGING & PHOTO EDITOR Mitchell said, “By 2014-15, CSU Mark Nessia Bakersfield will be the leading [email protected] campus in the CSU system in FEATURES EDITOR terms of faculty and academic M elissa Villagomez excellence and diversity, quality of [email protected] the student experience, and com- SPORTS EDITOR munity engagement. Realization of M anny Beltran our vision will be advanced by the [email protected] recruitment, development, and promotion of excellent and diverse OPINIONS & WEB EDITOR staff within an organizational cul- Derek Bato [email protected] ture committed to excellence in all areas.” ASSISTANT NEWS Now I may believe I have lost my Derek Bato/The Runner EDITOR sanity at times, but I think it’s time An artillery position in Fallujah, Iraq, shrouded under a sandstorm. Racella De Guia [email protected] we expect real substance from our It was this last week when con- Half of our professors, university never give in to a life of compla- leaders. templating this issue that I soon staff, parents and heroes are cency. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER When teachers grade our papers found myself inside a cloud of burned out remains of a generation Simple principles are abandoned Lauren Ogle and those in power dissect our mystery floating somewhere over forged in the fires of controversy too soon and often forgotten. achievements and lives, being the ADVISER John Emig my apartment in southern and rebellion. Hippies, protesters Never make ill-informed ignorant [email protected] ones who determine how success- Bakersfield. The rain drops hazing and successful young newcomers judgments. Do not judge a book by ful we are allowed to be in the the road ahead. Dear god is that a ready to make a difference in soci- its cover. Do not dismiss another’s newsroomstaff future. For us to hear of a goal red, white and blue striped tiger ety or the system. Beaten into sub- opinion no matter how unsuccess- Patricia Berman, Roxana Chavez, Breanna originally set in 2004 and outlined through the fog? mission and finally reached an age ful he has been in the culturally Cooper, Olivia Duncan, Rebecca Flanum, vaguely at best, it makes me really What is he trying to tell us? when it became acceptable to just accepted world or the number of Victor Garcia, Emily Hedlund, Raiai Lee, think that perhaps we are a capital- When we reach 2014, the year give up and settle down. substances he chooses to put in his Blanca Martinez, Ian Nemeschy, Scott ist drone of a nation set on autopi- the university president wants to Have they forgotten the scandal system. Roberts,Porshay Spencer, Geoffrey Taylor, lot to drift from one shiny bauble Joshua Wuillamey reach his dream by, it is with high of Nixon, Vietnam or equal rights? Was not Benjamin Franklin a to another. likelihood that anyone of us who Have they forgotten their pas- nudist and a stoner? ABOUT Who needs substance when you noticed his fluff filled message sion? The bums have not lost just yet, The Runner is a laboratory newspaper pub- can just turn on “MTV” and space will be long gone from here. What about us and Bush, Iraq or and the laws are slowly shifting to lished weekly, in conjunction with the out over hours of overacting reali- Department of Communications at Nothing that he or any of the homosexual acceptance? total equal rights for gays and California State University, Bakersfield. The ty stars making and spending more micromanaging leadership below Has the marijuana of their time in blacks alike. Even the followers of Runner believes all advertising to be correct money than you may see in your him said in this day and time will the ‘60s to ‘80s somehow been medical marijuana in California but cannot guarantee its accuracy or be life? matter. 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All letters dropping, we cannot yet say com- may be edited for clarity and length. your goals are, say: “by 2014 my bowel the teddy bear dreams of war or tyranny sooner or later. pletely that our troops have been goal is to be the most socially their youth so much the stuffing Finally, to put in the words of our DISCLAIMERS brought home. accepting individual in my circle, muffles their words until all we get prestigious University president, Views and opinions expressed in the Runner Somewhere between then and holding myself in the highest stan- is fluff; but I will not sit by and let let us all strive to “be the leading are now the masses lost sight of the dard of enforcing cultural diversity our revolution die out before it campus in the CSU system in not necessarily those of the editors, staff or potential revolution on the hori- the Department of Communications. Each wherever I may be.” ever got started. I watched the terms of faculty and academic quarter’s zon. 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COPYRIGHT Copyright belongs to the Department of Communications at California State The earthquake felt ’round the world [Cont. from Page 1] UNICEF also offers a “Recreation you donate a minimum of $10. If their wishes have been granted Are you a talented writer? possibilities are endless and help kit” which can provide a child you are unable to get to a comput- earlier. is needed. with hope. You can donate any of er, you can also text the word On January 19, 53 orphans were Do you want to showcase fabulous One popular organization, these items by logging onto their “Haiti” to 90999 and a $10 dona- evacuated from Haiti and were news writing and photography? UNICEF, is asking for crucial website at www.unicef.org. tion will be made. transported to Pittsburgh, where supplies to be donated to Haiti, If you would like to make a People all over the United States they will receive medical treat- such as safe water and first aid financial contribution to Haiti, are opening their arms and their ment and a new home. The chil- JOIN kits designed for treating a range you can log on to homes by adopting children in dren adopted range in age from THE RUNNER of injuries. www.redcross.org and do so. this time of need. Prior to the dev- infants to pre-teens. They have an option called Simply log on, click donate to astating earthquake, many people Any contribution is welcome and Comm 214 or Comm 414 “School in a box” which plays a help, click Haiti Relief and had started the adoption process, any donation will make a tremen- great role in education and helps Development and then enter your which could have taken months, dous difference in the relief effort with post-conflict situations. information. They are asking that but due to these circumstances in Haiti. January 27, 2010 Features 3 Wind Wolves Preserve a local natural getaway “Wind Wolves is for anyone and everyone drive of Bakersfield city limits. in the community,” said Burmmett “We want “It’s worth the quick drive from Bakersfield to preserve this space for people. It’s a hid- because it really is a world away,” said den jewel.” Wilson, “It’s a great place for individuals and Wind Wolves is open to the public on week- families to experience the wilds of Kern ends for activities such as hiking and camp- County.” ing. During the week, Wind Wolves offers Located at 16019 Highway 166, just 23 educational programs geared towards intro- miles south of CSUB, Wind Wolves preserve ducing children to our natural environment in offers visitors a glimpse of how our region a local setting. used to be prior to human settlement. For There are nighttime outings that offer visi- more information on the preserve or to make tors a chance to study astrology. Naturalists camping, astrology or tour reservations, and rangers guide guests through the night please call the preserve at (661)858-1115 or skies above the San Emigdio Mountain visit www.wildlandsconservancy.org. Range. However, don’t pack your bags just yet: reservations are required for camping, Left: The entrance to Wind Wolves hiking and the nighttime astrology. Preserve, the largest nonprofit animal “Most of our visitors are from right here in preserve on the West Coast. Photos and Story By wetlands and wilderness abound along the Kern County,” said Brummett, “I live 20 Below: One of the many trails guests Geoffrey Taylor trails in this escape from civilization. minutes from the preserve and never knew it may explore at the preserve. Staff Writer “It’s amazing to see the valley from the was here before I worked here.” [email protected] highest peaks in the park,” said Mike Wilson, With over 30 square miles of protected a CSUB psychology major and naturalist at lands with numerous trails running through Just to the south of Bakersfield lies the West Wind Wolves, “That kind of beauty can only the mountains, valleys and canyons of south- Coast’s largest private nonprofit nature pre- exist in a place like this.” ern Kern County, The Wildlands serve. Owned and operated by the Wildlands Conservancy aims to preserve the history of With 97,000 acres of protected lands, the Conservancy, a nonprofit corporation dedi- California’s natural landscapes while offer- Wind Wolves Preserve offers a wide variety cated to the preservation of ecological biodi- ing unadulterated access to the backcountry. of plant and animal life on lands ranging versity and beauty in our wildlands, this pre- “We do a lot of cleanup on the land, a lot of between 640 feet to over 6,400 feet in eleva- serve seeks to provide a sanctuary for plants, restoration,” said Wilson, “Most visitors tion. animals and people to co-exist without the leave the land as they found it, but others “We’re coming up on the peak season in need for governmental protection. have less respect.” February,” said Gaby Burmmett, a California “We encourage outdoor education for Wind Wolves offers unparalleled access to State University, Bakersfield Liberal Studies everyone,” said Burmmett, “It’s important many endangered species including tule elk, major and naturalist at Wind Wolves for people to understand what we do out blunt-nosed leopard lizards, San Joaquin kit Preserve, “the trails and San Emigdio here.” foxes and one of the last remaining stands of Canyon are open to the public for outdoor The Wildlands Conservancy purchased the Bakersfield cacti in the region. There are activities.” land during the mid-1990s after a decline in also ancient Native American rock paintings The Spring Wildflower Trail offers visitors Los Angeles developers pushing further into within the boundaries of the preserve. the chance to get up close and personal with the mountains at the southern end of the San With such beauty set between rolling hills fields of California Poppies, Indian Joaquin Valley. In doing so, the diverse land- of California blue oak transitioning to desert Paintbrushes and other native flora. The El scapes and species of this region were pro- grasslands with coniferous forests scattered Camino Viejo Bike Trail offers a challenge in tected from the threat of any further develop- at the higher elevations, this preserve offers a backcountry mountain-biking. Waterfalls, ment. once-in-a-lifetime experience within an hour Résumé appearance New Simulation essential for obtaining job interviews Center in Sci II By Victor Garcia like in finished form. [Cont. from page 1] Simulation Center will also bond issue to upgrade Staff Writer CCECE counselors review each resume and For other procedures they include a big room for because it has been receiving [email protected] gives tips and suggestions, she said. must use a mannequin. assessment; three simulation a lot of nursing students and Evarian said, “We are helping students cre- The new simulation center rooms: pediatric, labor and all future registered nurses The appearance of a resume can be a factor ate an evidenced based resume, because we will include the real hospital delivery, and Intensive care; are required to have hands- of whether a person gets a job interview or believe employers are looking for proof of equipment that the skills lab and a conference room. on experience in the field. not. skills. Employers hire people because they has such as the EKG It was built on what used to The students will be able to California State University, Bakersfield has want to add value to their business, she said. machine (medicine-dispens- be an amphitheater and enjoy the state of the art sim- the Center for Community Engagement & “We are asking students to list more than ing unit). because of the steep structure ulation equipment soon Career Education, where there are counselors tasks and highlight how they are getting tasks However, the new simula- that it had, it was closed in enough. For now one can who can help students design effective done,” Evarian said. tion center will have a smart when it was remodeled. only peer from outside the resumes and cover letters. She gave an example of a student who board and video cameras on Denise Dawkins, Assistant glass windows and try to Jane Evarian, CCECE director, said in terms wants to go into a profession helping others. the wall that will record the Professor, and Nursing Skills make out what is inside the of building a resume, it’s important to That student would want to emphasize students as they work and Lab Coordinator designed it. big, dark room. Indeed, the demonstrate skills through experience. experience that relates to helping others, she then receive feedback on This new project along with new Simulation Center has The center offers an online service to stu- said. their performance. The lab others in the campus cost very high expectations. It dents called RunnerLink, where CSUB stu- Students should begin exploring potential coordinator will be able to be about $1.8 million. The tax- will give the students a dents can upload resumes and search job list- careers their freshman year and begin look- in a different part of the cam- payers of the county funded greater feeling of what it is ings that have been posted by employers. ing for internships and volunteer opportuni- pus and see what the students the new simulation center. like to work in a hospital. RunnerLink can be accessed at ties, she said. are doing. The new The university received a http://www.csub.edu/cece/. Evarian explained that resumes generally “There’s a plethora of things [students] can should be one page, if a person has seven see in terms of job opportunities,” she said. years of experience or less. Students also have access to a database of The center tries to help students create an Furloughs, finals employers that use the RunnerLink system to economical, creative document, she said. post job opportunities. While CSUB offers students help with Students upload resumes on RunnerLink resumes on campus, there are many online through the system’s Resume Builder pro- services that can also help with building dig- gram. ital resumes. and fellowship Resume Builder gives students multiple One of those services is www.britetab.com. resume templates to choose from and shows BriteTab gives people the opportunity to cre- [Cont. from page 1] silence seem to have afflict- responsibility of the use or examples of what each template would look ate video resumes, according to a news edge that one or more of the ed the room but it wasn’t abuse of anything that could release. sins in their lives have because no one had any- lead to sinful tendencies. afflicted all of them. thing to say but that the con- Referring to each sin as a Library Computer Lab Hours Next, the group did an exer- text internally tormented lifestyle change Boyd- cise that included a white every individual. Faces Pates said “ It begins with sheet of paper taped onto the showed struggle, acceptance you being a vehicle or advo- Winter Quarter Sunday wall to work as a canvas to and denial of one’s own cate of change in ones own 11:00am - 7:00pm visually express what effect flaws or imperfections. At life, others and the commu- 2010 this week’s topic had on the the top of the list pride was nity.” group. One of the members define as a statement of self- The bible study wrapped January 4 - March 20, 2010 drew a body to represent ishness, self-centeredness or up with the group assigning where in one’s personal life over-confidence also testimonials as the topic for physically a sin could affect referred to as a “Go Getter next week’s discussion. As Monday-Thursday *Please use lower Westside them. For example: the sin mentality”. Another sin, in the beginning, a prayer entrance* lust was written as a huge slothfulness defined as lazi- ended the night as each per- 7:00am - 10:30pm letter “L” to show that this ness was represented in son prayed on subjects from sin could have an overall 2010 as technology being the tragedy in Haiti, safety Friday 7:00am - 9:00am Mon-Fri affect on ones entire your the culprit behind one’s lack of those traveling to the 7:00am - 5:00pm & body. of effort. strength and enlightenment all day on Next, the group created a So after the list was com- of their minds. Saturday list of their own seven dead- plete, collectively as a Also, no matter what reli- January 15, 22 and February ly sins that were present in group, the students voiced gious background having Closed 12, 26 themselves, society and the their opinions as to how to camaraderie amongst people culture in 2010. As the fix the sins afflicting them. of similar beliefs, values group pondered on what the The answer was said to be and morals is a blessing. list should be complied of an individual’s personal

4 Features January 27, 2010 Food Not Bombs feeding community Photos and Story By Geoffrey Taylor Staff Writer [email protected]

There is a growing movement in Bakersfield aimed at elimi- nating hunger in our commu- nity by giving of themselves for the improvement of our community. Food Not Bombs has existed in Bakersfield since the mid-1990s, but has grown exponentially since the inception of the local group. “We want to help the com- munity by serving all vegetar- ian meals,” said Christina R., a California State University, Bakersfield student and volun- teer with Food Not Bombs, “We’re a loose collective, but there’s someone out here serv- ing food every Sunday.” Once a week, a group of Some of the beneficiaries of the Food Not Bombs movement. dedicated activists and com- munity servants meet at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park to on the premise that central leadership corrupts and that all plies to those affected by that tragedy. prepare and serve free vegan/vegetarian meals to needy people in the movement should be involved in directly serv- “I don’t think these people needs prayer and a sermon individuals in our community. The group is loose-knit and ing the community at large rather than organizing through before they get food,” said Melissa, a core volunteer with advocates for social change through direct action within our religious organizations. Food Not Bombs, “They’ve had more prayers in the last area. “I see it from both sides,” said Jamie, a homeless volun- week than they’ve had meals.” “There are maybe ten to fifteen core volunteers,” said one teer with Food Not Bombs, “You can pray for me all you By sharing a communal feeling of accomplishment, volunteer who chose to remain nameless due to involve- want, but I am still hungry.” Bakersfield’s chapter of Food Not Bombs stands united ment in radical activism, “We coordinate the meals and dis- By helping to feed their community, the group hopes to with the homeless and hungry in our community and will tribute the food to anyone who needs it.” bolster stronger relationships within the community and continue to offer free hot meals as the economy continues Beginning in 1980 in Cambridge, Mass., the group has create a sense of unity amongst all those involved in fight- to plummet. In doing so, the group remains as one of the grown from a small band of students, workers and anti- ing for positive change. only grassroots community movements still existing in nuclear activists preparing free meals for protesters and the Food Not Bombs has fed many people and activists Bakersfield. homeless into an international movement with chapters on worldwide during their times of need. From the Kiev, For more information about getting involved with Food all continents except Antarctica. In North America alone, Ukraine chapter feeding protesters during that country’s Not Bombs - Bakersfield by serving food, donating food or there are chapters in all 50 American states as well as all Orange Revolution, to the 1999 WTO protests in Seattle time, please join them in feeding the needy in our commu- Canadian provinces and Mexican states. where Food Not Bombs provided hot meals for hungry nity at Dr. Martin Luther King Park every Sunday around Using food as a direct protest to violence, poverty and activists. Food Not Bombs New Orleans mobilized strong- noon or contact their MySpace at www.myspace.com/bak- war, this revolutionary organization strives to unite people ly during Hurricane Katrina to offer food, clothing and sup- ersfieldfoodnotbombs. Rare entertainment interests? Turn to Darkstar Records By Joshua Wuillamey planning time,” said Steven. find, but “anytime you have are all filled with posters dis- try music is a large part of While Darkstar sells both Staff Writer “We got the place in January, a collectibles store, people playing movies new and old, their selection, though it is new and used merchandise, [email protected] and it took four months to will find you no matter some popular and some not not their main focus. Steven they don’t generally buy col- open.” what,” said Steven. so well known. The back of and Andrew try to carry a lections from other people, Darkstar Records and According to Steven, the Andrew works full-time at the store is filled with books, large variety of music, though “we enjoy looking Books is the place to get all building, belonging to a set Darkstar, and Steven works comics, movies, and other including different types of through other people’s col- of those hard-to-find enter- of apartment buildings built rock and Blues. lections,” Steven said. tainment interests and col- in the ’20s, was the best The store’s name, When asked about future lectibles. price they could find at the “We are Darkstar, was inspired plans for expansion, Steven The store is located on 1024 time. by the song “Darkstar” remarked that they intend to Truxtun Ave, in the “cot- “It is very difficult to make by Grateful Dead keep their original store tages” across from a store out of apartments,” according to Steven. since they are fully estab- Rabobank Arena. It is co- said Steven, “It is very chal- definitely not a Steven and Andrew lished there, though they owned by Steven and lenging to make it look like a said that they try to get wouldn’t mind getting a larg- Andrew Robertson, ages 31 store in an apartment stet- mainstream movies as er place as a second location and 25 respectively. ting.” well as obscure and as well. Darkstar Records and Andrew said, “People aren’t thrift store.” cult movies. The As far as future ideas for Books opened on April 6, sure whether it is a store.” books that they sell are their first store, Steven and 2008. Steven mentioned that related to the movies Andrew remarked that it was According to Steven, the some people will peek -Andrew Robertson and music, to give a possibility that they would original idea for the store through the door and ask if Darkstar a consistent start selling drinks sometime was a comic and book store. they can come in and look theme and feeling. during the summer of this Eventually Steven and around, not sure if it is a part-time at Darkstar as well collectibles. According to Steven and year. But that idea is not set Andrew decided to include store or someone’s home. as at Albertsons. Steven and Andrew men- Andrew, they thoroughly in stone. nearly every form of enter- Another problem, according The store itself, while tioned that previous news check their records to check Whether you is looking for tainment and related col- to Andrew, is the parking. somewhat small, is very well media coverage gave for scratches. something classic or some- lectibles, though the store Because of the limited organized and inviting. In Darkstar Records and Books “We are definitely not a thing underground, Darkstar has a strong emphasis on parking, the store sees a lot the center of the room is the the image of primarily a thrift store,” said Andrew. Records and Books is a good records. of foot traffic. display for all vinyl records country music store. “And we are not a pawn place to start looking. “There was a one-year The location is also hard to and music CDs. The walls According to Steven, coun- shop,” Steven added.

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January 27, 2010 Entertainment 5 Comedian coming to Bakersfield By Breanna Cooper show that is no longer on air called Martin Staff Writer where he played many different characters [email protected] such as his mother, a young boy, the next door neighbor, a shad tree mechanic and Get ready for more.... lots of laughs “He has really good movies and tons of and he gives back to the amusement, on community, my favorite Fri. Feb. 5 movie is Bad Boys.” said Martin Zaihda Garcia, a local civil- Lawrence ian. Actor/ DiRicco also said: “Many Comedian will other mainstream comedians be performing a have made appearances at Photo courtesy of aceshowbiz.com comedy show the Fox Theatre with great “The Book of Eli” was released on the big screen on January 22. at the success: Gabriel Iglesias, Cat Bakersfield Fox Williams, Mike Epps, Carlos Theater located Mencia, Brian Regan, Jeff on the corner of Dunham, and Ralphie May. ‘The Book of Eli’ H St. and 20th “Comedy is successful at St.. Photo courtesy of moviestuffandmore.com the Bakersfield Fox Theater “Doors open if it is marketed correctly.” Stylized violence at its best at 7 P.M. and the show starts at 8 P.M., you A few local radio stations also promote By Scott Roberts tor comes into play. role of “That 70’s Show”, or can purchase tickets at the Fox Theatre Box upcoming shows in Bakersfield as well, with Staff Writer The combat sequences are if it is just plain awkward, Office or at any Vallitix location,” said a large description of where the event will be [email protected] absolutely top-notch in the but something definitely Kelsey DiRicco, manager at the Fox Theater. held and so forth. film. Eli defeats over a seems lacking. Though the Lawrence was born in Frankfurt, Germany, “The Martin Lawrence tickets have been “The Book of Eli” is both a dozen enemies at a time extreme stylized violence of in 1965, and when he was six, his family selling well, and w have been getting many hit and a miss, but almost through slashing, cutting, the film is entertaining, once moved to Maryland where his single mother phone calls for information and people stop- guaranteed to entertain. and very often decapitating the beheading, gun play, and raised him and his five siblings. ping by our business office to purchase tick- The new action film staring his opponents. These over- sword fighting is over and While always sticking with comedy, Star ets.” again said DiRicco. Denzel Washington is set in the-top action sequences done, there is much needed Search open the doors for him to have a led If you are going to this event buy your tick- the not-too distant future, reveal Hollywood cine- to turn this blockbuster role in 1985, called What’s Happening Now, ets quickly all the good seats are going fast. some 30 years after a “final matography at its best. action flick into a stand-out and Lawrence has been making movies, and To purchase tickets call Fox Theatre at war.” Washington plays Eli, Washington is at the top of film. comedy shows ever since. (661) 324-1369 or visit their website a mysterious character with a his acting game as always in Gracefully side-stepping You may remember Lawrence from a hit www.FoxTheaterOnline.com to view events past that is never revealed, the film, making the at times any spoilers, “The Book of movie called Bad Boys, and his successful coming in the future. whose only goal in life is to far fetched plot more attain- Eli” failingly attempts to be head west across the barren able through his portrayal of profound and intellectual wastelands that were once unbeatable and determined with a lack-luster and almost the United States. Eli. laughably unbelievable CSUB guitar recital The film is very aesthetical- Another strong performance “twist” ending. This com- ly pleasing, as the at times is given by that of Gary bined with Eli’s uncanny By Ian Nemeschy Calmes’, when he would also perform com- almost gray-scale visuals Oldman, playing the crazed ability to dodge countless Staff Writer positions by CSUB music lecturer Jim further enhance the demol- Carnegie, leader of a bullets and melee attacks, on [email protected] Scully. Cope said that the program was mod- ished scenery of endless makeshift town of gunmen top of overwhelming themes eled after traditional, mainstream classical deserts, empty cities, and and thieves. Oldman’s char- of religious preaching leads California State University Bakersfield pro- guitar repertoire, typically performed by broken highways. The visu- acter is continually obsessed to the film losing some of its fessor Roger Allen Cope performed a diverse Andres Segovia during the 1920s, and is als and themes seemed remi- with obtaining a certain edge. That being said, if ensemble of classical guitar compositions to playable by music students. niscent of the films “The “book” which Eli has. The you’re looking for a block- a packed room in the music building on Jan. Cope then performed Johann Sebastian Road Warrior”, and especial- plot quickly unfolds once Eli buster action movie but 23, replete with his Steven Walter’s acoustic Bach’s “Suite in A Minor.” He said that some ly “Waterworld”, with ene- stops at Carnegie’s town. aren’t expecting anything guitar, arrangements and witty, humble sense of the movements of the suite were playable mies consistently having rot- Though Eli is so determined more, you won’t be disap- of humor intact. by senior undergraduates in a music pro- ting teeth and rags for to both head west and protect pointed. The visuals are Cope opened with an anonymous 16th gram. Minuets I and II were happier, and had clothes, as well as fresh his book that he has let inno- stunning, leaving you to sit Century composition called “Entrée y many higher notes than the four previous drinking water being the ulti- cent men and woman die, he back and watch the action Trezza.” Cope then paused to bow for enthu- movements of the suite. The last movement, mate currency. is suddenly dumbstruck by sequences unfold into scenic siastic applause, and to introduce the rest of “Gigue,” returned to the suite’s somberness It is soon discovered that the film’s damsel in distress epicness á la “Gladiator.” the evening’s program. with its opening, but also contained many Eli is mysteriously an expert Solara, played by Mila Many have done just that, He said that the program was “much differ- high notes. The transitioning between chords in many forms of combat Kunis. as “The Book of Eli” cur- ent two months ago, when asked to perform was very rapid. including hand-to-hand, bow It isn’t clear whether Kunis’ rently resides in second place it” and that it was “originally more adventur- Cope introduced three Mazurkas by and arrow, guns and most performance seems awkward at the box office, trailing ous.” The original program was designated Francisco Tarrega, which he described as impressively swords. This is because of her career being only the unstoppable for upcoming guest performer Dr. Keith [Cont. on Page 6] where the entertainment fac- built on the ditsy comedy “Avatar.” Editors’ songs of the week Ashley Sizemore, Manny Beltran, Melissa Villagomez, Editor-in-Chief Sports Features Heitor Villa-Lobos per- MGMT- “Kids.” formed by Roger Cope - Bright eyes - “No one “Prelude No. 1” & “Etude would riot for less.” With a fun beat you No. 11” can’t help but dance. I saw Roger Cope’s A haunting tale about the recital on Sat. 23 and the end of the world. When Villa-Lobos pieces blew everything is gone, only my mind. Thanks Roger.” love will remain.

Mark Nessia, Derek Bato, Racella De Guia, Managing Editor and Web and Opinions News Photos Of Machines - “It Must AFI - “Veronica Sawyer Jay-Z - “D.O.A” Belong Somewhere” Smokes.” “I know we are facing a A perfect blend of clean recession, but the and aggressive vocals It’s a fun tune when being music y’all making paired with melodic gui- self-destructive going make it the great tars and catchy drumming depression.” from the best band you’ve probably never heard of.

Wednesday Jan.27WThursdayha Jan.t 28’s Fridayh aJan.p 29 peSaturdayni Jan.n 30g Sundayth Jan.is 31 wMondayee Feb.k 1 ? Tuesday Feb. 2 30th Annual Prayer Men’s Swimming vs. UC Breakfast Biology Club Meeting Santa Cruz Women’s B-ball vs. 6:45 a.m Rabobank 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Women’s Swimming vs. Oregon State Education Career Convention Center DDH E107 San Jose State and UC HAPPY HAPPY Icardo Center Santa Cruz Fair Preparation Kegley Institute of Ethics Winter 2010 History Hillman Aquatic Center 7 p.m. Workshop Lecture Forum 3 p.m - 6 p.m. 1 p.m. SUNDAY! MONDAY! 5 p.m - 6 p.m 7 p.m DDH East 107 Cafeteria Room 102 Multipurpose room Women’s Basketball vs. An evening of Opera Cal Poly SLO The Sound of Music Scenes Icardo Center 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 1931 Chester Ave. Dore Theatre 6 Features January 27, 2010 Fun,major plans ahead for ASi Homecoming 2010 Upcoming ASi plans By Raiai Lee guests who are 18 years and older due to the By Ian Nemeschy bring humanitarian relief the CSUB cashiering Staff Writer fact that there will be alcohol served. Staff Writer to the earthquake victims office with student’s [email protected] Issues have risen due to the 18+ rule for [email protected] in Haiti. ASI representative Runner IDs. Photo courtesy of wordpress.com freshmen who haven’t quite turned the mar- Jeff Newbe explained that On the evening of April velous age of 18 before Homecoming, The California State the ASi will distribute fly- 24, a concert will be held Masquerade is in season as Homecoming which means that he or she would have to University, Bakersfield ers with a number to text to coincide with is around the corner. miss out on this year’s festivities. Associated Student Inc. the Red Cross, thereby set- “Celebrate CSUB,” mark- Homecoming is scheduled for Friday, Feb. Even though the event is free to CSUB has big plans for the early ting aside a $10 donation ing the University’s 40th 5 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Double Tree students, students are eligible to bring new year, according to to the Red Cross from a anniversary, in the Icardo Hotel. guests at the cost of $7 that are loaded ASi VP of External Affairs participant’s phone bill, Center. Bands scheduled to California State University, onto their Runner IDs. To load money Ruth Leon. which will be passed on to appear are “Gym Class Bakersfield students find onto the Runner ID cards students To begin with, this past the Red Cross. Heroes,” “Paradise Girls,” homecoming an escape may visit the Cashier’s office or weekend, the California Rallies are also on the and “LMFAO.” More from the stress of the computer lab located down- State Student Association agenda to improve atten- bands are likely to appear. midterms and an oppor- stairs in the library. (CSSA) held a meeting dance at Runner’s basket- Muchinyi believes such tunity to live up to their Homecoming attendees are required to with the 23 CSU ASis to ball games. Team promo- events are an important college experience. bring their California ID, the Runner ID, discuss the student budget. tional items will be handed aspect of campus life. Students are encour- and their ticket. The meeting was held from out at the events. Muchinyi said, “In an aged to arrive early to Tickets are available at the ASi 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on The ASi Programming effort to realize the avoid a long line at office located in the Saturday and 9 a.m. to 12 Committee is also working University’s vision state- check-in and the Student Union. p.m. on Sunday in the with the CSUB Athletic ment by 2014-2015, not room is Student Union. CSU Department to initiate a only do we have to be the expected to Chancellor Charles Reed shuttle service from the leading University aca- reach capacity, planned to participate via CSUB campus to home demically, but we also which is 1000 teleconference. games at the Rabobank have to be the leading people. Also in the months ahead Arena, for those students institution in terms of Associated Students is the CSUB student dis- without personal trans- being a potent student Inc. is the host of the count program. According portation. experience, which is event. ASi to Leon, ASi is to contact ASi President Stephen achieved by having such has local businesses who give Muchinyi has big plans for events on campus.” discounted prices to stu- student life on campus in This year will be the first been dents and advertise them the upcoming months. On for the concert, but planning this They on campus. Students are February 19 at 7 p.m. and 9 Muchinyi hopes that it will event became available on asked to e-mail Leon at p.m. there will be two not be the last. The concert since the middle of Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 10 a.m. and are [email protected] with comedy shows featuring will be opened to the pub- the Fall 2009 expected to sell out quickly. names of participating Randall Park and Marques lic and Muchinyi hopes “to Quarter. Planning has ASi is also providing casino games to pro- businesses. Ray at both times, in the engage this campus with included: booking the vide alternate activities to those who don’t With an interest in student Icardo Center. Their rou- our community.” ballroom because last year there was an want to dance. There will also be the finances, ASi plans to form tines are called “sketch- Sponsors are currently issue with the room reaching capacity early crowning of the Homecoming Queen and a book loan committee to stand-up comedy,” and being solicited, and T- in the event, hiring security to regulate con- King, which were nominated by individu- loan required text books to will involve videos. The Mobile will likely be a duct and prohibit underage drinking, pric- als, clubs and organizations by Jan. 25. students, lowering or elim- event is opened to the pub- sponsor. ing tickets, supervising student and guest ASi has worked hard on advertising the inating the high costs of lic, but Muchinyi warns Muchinyi said, “[The] check-ins, food, beverage and entertain- dance to the student body. text books. There is no that the humor is aimed at goal is not to make a prof- ment. Freshman Ariel Gabatto said, “I heard word yet on what any cost college aged students. it, but to be financially ASi representative Kristiaan Hicks who about the dance from word of mouth, and the books will be loaned Student ticket prices will responsible while planning works for the Programming committee fliers posted in DDH.” out at. Interested students be between $8 and $10. events,” and to “break states” the committee has been working on Gabatto believes that the dance will be should e-mail Leon, or call Non-student prices will be even.” this even for months, going through the better than what she heard from last year. her at (661)654-3487. more, but a price has not Tickets will be about $20 process of decoration d.j , and this year the Homecoming is the official big dance of ASi also plans to collabo- yet been set. They can be for students and more for homecoming dance will be successful , in the year. Many students have been looking rate with the Red Cross to purchased at Vallitix, or at non-students. big part to the decoration that are being pro- forward to this dance since fall quarter and vided.” ASi’s goal is to top last year’s Homecoming The theme this year is Masquerade Ball, with better entertainment food, and other Winter 2010 Homecoming Dates and ASi has provided masks for the first activities. This event is one that no one 300 people to arrive. should miss. Homecoming Rally Homecoming King and Homecoming Dance Entertainment is to be provided by D.J. The Double Tree Hotel is located at 3100 January 27 Queen Voting February 5 Mike, who has provided music for Camino Del Rio Court. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. January 30 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Homecoming for the last three years. Any questions, please stop by the ASi Student Union Patio 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Double Tree Hotel Homecoming is for students and their office in the Student Union. Basketball game CSUB guitar recital [Cont. from Page 5] became ring to the erratic nature of Leonard’s “Mood playable by seniors and undergraduates in a interested in Swings”(1974), which Cope said was at a music program. classical graduate student’s level of capability. “At our house, Tarrega always sells, his music Cope said of the composition, “Mood music is great, all the time,” said Cope, ded- through a Swings really does shift; Pesticidal (third icating the pieces to his wife on Valentine’s music appre- movement) is really an attitude; stay with it; day, of whom he said, “Who I love a lot.” ciation class. I think you will like the way it ends.” The The first movement, “G Major,” was a He said that first movement, “Anticipatience” contained sweet happy melody with many high notes. he does many strange chord shifts and sounded hec- The next movement, “A Minor- Marietta,” attend many tic. “Bittersweet” had a quarrelsome sound, sounded stately, formal, and less flirtatious classical and sounded like mental doldrums and an than “G Major.” “E Minor-Adelita” was a concerts in emotional downward spiral. happy and celebrant piece. All three move- Bakersfield “Pesticidal” began with a soothing sound, ments were romantic and fitting Valentine’s due to lack then quickly returned to “Bittersweet’s” Day dedications. of opportu- darker sound, with a bright and relaxing Cope next jokingly asked an audience mem- nity. He also sound emerging. Cope knocked on the side ber,“What’s next?” said that he of his guitar after the piece. He closed with Cope introduced the music of Heitor Villa- likes the “Soleares, Op. 69” by Joaquin Turina, saying Lobos by saying he, “was a terribly creative classical of his time period, “it glows, it’s so hot and guy.I can only imagine Segovia’s horror guitar com- Ian Nemeschy/The Runner wonderful,” and Homenaje a’ Debussy by when presented the Etudes to play with a, positions of ing the piano, but enjoys the guitar because Manuel de Falla, and Vals by Manuel M. ‘here, play this.’” Julian Bloom and Augustin Barrios and is you can move with, and added that he Ponce. Cope then said that Lobos’ music is “very learning to play classical guitar music him- became,“sick of playing some one’s out of When asked which compositions were his enjoyable to play, once you get the hang of self. He found the compositions performed tune furniture.” favorites he said, “I love all of it for different it.” intimidating, and did not think that he could After the intermission, Cope played “Airs of reasons.” He went on to impeccably perform Lobos’ be as talented as Cope until he was very old, Court” (1966) by Guido Santorsola. The “You have to play for other reasons besides “Prelude No. 1: Lyric Melody” (1940), due to his late introduction to the guitar at the Preludio alternated between being fast and ego, and to spend time with composers, which is fast paced with many ascending and age of 22. melodious to slow, while the aria was somber examine them, love their music and deliver descending chords. “Etude No. 11: Lent, Juarez assumed that Cope must have started with many low notes. The Finale (Giga) was it.” Anime” (1926) was slow, meditative and to play the guitar at a much earlier age. happy and festive. Between selections, Cope Ego does not interfere with Cope’s perform- laboring, with a constant drone of one note. Ironically, Cope said that he started playing spoke about his Grandson, and recalled him ance. Speaking of his colleague and compos- Cope classified Lobos’ selections as the guitar at the age of 23, in college; saying saying to his wife “‘Gampy can play without er Jim Scully, “Composers are the smart peo- playable to students pursuing a B.A. in that it was hard. He described himself, musi- using directions.’” ple, we’re(performers) just pushing buttons.” music. cally, as an “annoying precocious kid. On Cope prepared the audience for the music of CSUB English major Kevin Chidgey had During the intermission, Bakersfiel d my birthday, some one pointed to my crib David Leonard by saying, “Put your seat this to say of the performance, “I liked it a C ollege Philosophy and Anthropology major and said ‘He is a musician.” He stated that he belts on,” and added that, “Leonard is not lot, just the beauty of the sensory experience, Gregorio Juarez, said that he heard about the went through several instruments from the well, he is a very talented guy, there are bus watching the intricacies of him playing the recital through CSUB’s website, and first age of five to 23. He said that he enjoys play- horns and all kinds of things in here, “refer- guitar.”

January 27, 2010 Entertainment 7 Student Rally for Higher Education

Photos by Lauren Ogle Staff Photographer

A rally was held on Friday, Jan. 22, to discuss the Governor’s pro- posed budget for 2010 and 2011 (this academic year and next year.) One of the many topics was AB 656, a bill that would create stable funding for the CSU system. Students got the opportunity to listen to various speakers, participate in discussions, and then were encouraged to write e-mails regarding the issue. The rally consisted of student leaders from throughout California, Jean Fuller’s representative, students and professors.

Post-its were placed on walls to inform attendees on facts regard- ing the prob- lems that face the CSU sys- tem.

Associated Students Inc. President Stephen Muchinyi was given an award from University President Horace Mitchell in hopes that he will be an advocate for fighting for higher education.

Students that were in attendance were asked to give their input on how budget cuts are affecting them.

Above is the Sacramento State student body president. He spoke on how important funding is and that students are being hindered and how the Capital (Sacramento legislators) needs to prioritize higher education.

CSUB President Horace Mitchell spoke on the governor’s proposal and how important funding is to CSUB.

ASi Vice President of External Affairs Ruth Leon was the coordi- nator and facilitator of the event. Leon introduced all of the speakers.

8 Sports January 27, 2010 Turnovers spoil record-setting day for ’Runners Runner Roundup Mark Nessia Compiled By Tricia Berman Managing Editor and Staff Writer Photos and [email protected] Mark Nessia Managing Editor and Photos The CSUB women’s basket- [email protected] ball team scored a school record 16 3-pointers against Men’s Basketball UC Davis. They needed 17. The CSUB men’s basketball team nearly earned its first road win of the season, but was The Roadrunners lost to the unable to get a shot off as time expired, losing to Utah Valley 64-63 Saturday, Jan. 23 at visiting Aggies by three the UVU Events Center. points, 79-76, Jan. 18 at the Sophomore guard Bryan Emanuel grabbed a late rebound, but was wrapped up by Utah Icardo Center. Valley’s Corey Claitt, preventing a last-second shot attempt. Down 78-76 with 39 seconds Trailing 48-41 in the second half, the Roadrunners went on an 8-0 run to take a 48-41 left in the game, senior guard lead with 10:36 to play. Neither team was able to pull away by more than four points Katie Williams missed a 3- from that point. pointer that would have given A Claitt free throw with 11 seconds remaining gave the Wolverines a four-point lead, but the Roadrunners the lead. a 3-pointer by freshman guard Marcus Hall with 3.7 seconds remaining pulled the Williams grabbed the ’Runners within one. rebound, but turned the ball Freshman guard Stephon Carter led the ’Runner offense with a game-high 17 points, over. while seniors Trent Blakely and Santwon Latunde contributed 10 points each, despite The ’Runners got the ball fighting early foul trouble. back with 13 seconds remain- ing, still down by two, when Men’s and Women’s Track & Field senior guard Phynique Allen mishandled the ball while The CSUB track and field team opened the season at Northern Arizona University one driving to the basket, resulting day late, after heavy storms caused the Friday Night Challenge to be postponed to in another turnover. Saturday, Jan. 23, at the J.L. Walkup Skydome. A free throw by UC Davis’ Senior Sheena Cooper and junior Casey Glassey both took home wins, while sophomore Hana Asano pushed the score Judith Mata and junior Kerek Kasselstrand each recorded new personal bests in their to 79-76 with 1 second respective events. remaining. Senior guard Cooper won the 60-meter dash with a time of 7.71 seconds, while Glassey ran the 3000- Kelley Tarver grabbed the meter in 11:31.04. Mata finished two spots behind Glassey with a personal-best 12:30.59. rebound after Asano missed Kasselstrand’s shot put toss of 46-11.5 was a new personal best. Juior Alex Haver also her second free throw attempt tied his personal best in the high jump, with a second-place clearance of 6-4.75. as time expired. The ’Runners will return to Flagstaff, Ariz. Jan. 30 for the Mountain T’s Invitational. “It definitely slipped away Mark Nessia/The Runner from us,” Allen said. “Me and Junior forward Tamiko Davis reacts after one of CSUB’s Water Polo [Kelley] Tarver have a good 20 turnovers against visiting UC Davis. The No. 17-ranked CSUB water polo team opened the season with a win and a loss at communication on the court “They do a really good job remains optimistic about his the UC Santa Barbara Mini Tournament Saturday, Jan. 23. and we just knew we had each defensively,” CSUB coach team’s performance. The The ’Runners dropped their first contest against No. 15 UC Santa Barbara, 5-3, before other’s back when we lead this Tim La Kose said. “They’re ’Runners were a “stop and defeating Pomona-Pitzer, 9-8. Pomona-Pitzer started the season ranked No. 1 in the team that we’d be able to one of the top teams in the Big score” away from beating the Collegiate Water Polo Association’s Division III poll. come up with a victory today. West in defense, and that’s top team in the Big West Sophomore driver Kaitlin Torres led the ’Runners with five total goals followed by sen- Unfortunately we had too why they’re in first place. Conference, which the ior driver Alyson Moss with two. Senior driver Becky Seelos, sophomore utility Malia many turnovers at crucial They play solid and turned us ’Runners will join at the end Pahoa, freshman defender Amanda Nesbit and freshman 2-meter Jessica Browning each times and that cost us the over a lot and really capital- of their final year of transition game.” scored one goal each. ized on our turnovers. That to Division I. The 16 3-pointers made Goalkeepers Megan Pezzolla and Megan Weatherbee split playing time in both games was a big difference in the Last season, the ’Runners Saturday was one more than with the sophomore Weatherbee playing the first and third quarters and the freshman game.” finished with a 9-2 record the previous school record set Pezzolla playing the second and fourth quarters. Weatherbee totaled 10 blocks, while Tarver also attributed the against Big West opponents, earlier in the season against Pezzolla totaled eight. Aggies’ size to the ’Runners’ including a win over UC the University of Hawaii. The ’Runners will be on the road before hosting the Roadrunner Invitational I Feb. 12 turnovers and lack of scoring Santa Barbara, which went on Both teams were evenly at the Hillman Aquatics Center starting at 11 a.m. inside the arc. Their length to win the conference. They matched throughout the game, made it hard to see around are currently 4-3 against Big matching each other shot-for- Women’s Basketball them and get the ball in the West opponents this season, shot en route to a 31-31 half- The CSUB women’s basketball team closed out consecutive road games with two wins paint. The ’Runners scored with four Big West contests time score. The ’Runners only 16 points in the paint remaining. over future Big West rivals, defeating the University of the Pacific and Long Beach State. seven first-half 3-pointers compared to the Aggies’ 40. “That’s the goal again this Senior guard Katie Williams and junior forward Tamiko Davis recorded double-doubles were matched by the Aggies’ “They do a really nice job year,” La Kose said. “Most of in a 76-63 win over the University of the Pacific at Alex G. Spanos Center Wednesday, six, and neither team was able with that,” La Kose said. our games from here on out Jan. 20. to pull away by more than four “They move the ball, they find are from the Big West The ’Runners jumped out to a 13-2 lead 7 minutes into the first half and never trailed in points. the open person. If the shoot- Conference. Hopefully [we the contest. However, the ’Runners com- er’s open, they hit them. So can] finish amongst the top in The ’Runners out-rebounded the Tigers 48-38, while forcing 23 turnovers. mitted nine first-half turnovers you combine that with the the conference.” Williams finished with 14 points, 13 rebounds and eight steals, while Davis had 12 that led to 18 Aggie points. points off turnovers, which The ‘Runners will face Big points and 11 rebounds. Senior guard Phynique Allen had a game-high 19 points to lead The ’Runners committed 20 was a big difference in the West opponent Cal Poly, San the ’Runners, while senior guard Tiffany Belt added 13 in her first start since Dec. 20. turnovers in the game, result- game, and they deserved a Luis Obispo on Jan. 30 at the Five ’Runners scored double-figures in a 72-68 win over Long Beach State Saturday, ing in 30 total points for the win.” Icardo Center. Jan. 23 at the Walter Pyramid. Aggies. Despite the loss, La Kose Allen led the ’Runners with 17 points followed by freshman guard Amber Williams with 15, Katie Williams’ 13, junior forward Nikki Leon’s 12 and senior guard Kelley Tarver’s 10. The 49ers utilized an 8-0 run to take a 10-7 lead 6 minutes into the first half, but con- secutive 3-pointers by Tarver and Belt gave the ’Runners a lead they would not surren- der. The ’Runner defense held the 49ers to 35.3 percent shooting from the field and forced 21 turnovers. The ’Runners have forced at least 20 turnovers in 20 of 21 contests this sea- son.

Wrestling The CSUB wrestling team went a perfect 3-0 at the Menlo Duals Sunday, Jan. 24, with wins over Menlo College, Southern Oregon and UC Davis. The ’Runners took nine of 10 matches against Menlo en route to a 39-3 win. The ’Runners took seven of 10 bouts against Southern Oregon in a 29-12 win and seven more against UC Davis winning 30-12. The ’Runners totaled 13 extra-point victories – three by fall, three by technical fall and seven by major decision. Juniors Justin Durham (133 pounds), Sam Barnhart (149), Troy Goodban (174) David Mark Nessia/The Runner Morgan (HWT) and redshirt freshman Mike Larson (184) all went 3-0 on the day in their Senior guard Tiffany Belt (12) defends Heidi Heintz in a contest played Jan. 18 at the respective weight classes. Icardo Center Male Athlete of the Week Female Athlete of the Week Junior Riley Orozco, ranked No. 1 in the Pac- Junior swimmer Stephanie Donnelly won both 10 in the 197 lbs weight division, defeated the 100 and 200 backstroke events against UC Boise State’s Matt Casperson, currently ranked Davis. Donnelly crushed the competition in the No. 2 in the PAC-10. Orozco’s 8-2 win helped 100 backstroke winning by 7.65 seconds.The keep the ’Runners close to No. 9 Boise State. ’Runners will go to Cal State Northridge on The ’Runners eventually lost to 21-17 but it Thu, Jan. 28 then come home to face San Jose took the final match to determine the outcome. State and UC Santa Cruz on Sat, Jan. 30 before The ’Runners go up north to face San Francisco heading out to Houston for the Conference State on Fri. Jan. 29 at 1 p.m. USA Championships Wed, Feb 24-27.

January 27, 2010 Sports 9 ’Runners fly high in win over Montana State

Story By Emily Hedlund lated 13 steals. Bryan Staff Writer Emanuel led the team with [email protected] four, his last ending in a slam dunk, making the Photos by Mark Nessia house go crazy. The Managing Editor and ’Runner’s outplayed Photos Montana through defense. [email protected] Hall said, “We preach defense.” A much needed victory Brown affirmed his state- for CSUB men’s basketball ment by saying: “I was team happened at Rabobank pleased with our defensive Arena Jan. 18. effort in the second half. The Roadrunners out- We did a better job protect- scored Montana State 42-28 ing the ball. We had some in the second half, enduring big stops.” seven lead changes, result- Blakely led the team with ing in a 71-61 win. 20 points, along with Hall’s After trailing 33-29 at season high of 14 points, halftime, freshman guard followed by junior guard Marcus Hall started off the Donavan Bragg with 13. second half with a 3-point- Senior forward Santwon er. He went 3 for 4 from 3- Latunde added 12 points point range. The final lead and led the team with 8 change happened by Trent rebounds. Blakley with a layup 4 min- “I thought Marcus Hall utes, 52 seconds into half. was very good tonight, on “A good tribute to the the ball defensively. He’s a kids, and, finally, a reward very good player,” stated in the win column. Pays off Brown. for working hard, and stay- This win makes the record ing with it, they had three 3-15 for the ’Runners. good days of practice com- Brown said: “ It’s nice to ing back,” said CSUB see a result in the win col- coach Keith Brown. umn. That’s the only thing The ’Runners had 15 that really makes you feel offensive rebounds, com- better.” pared to Montana’s three. The ’Runners play at The ’Runners out-rebound- Rabobank Arena next on ed Montana State 35-22 in Jan. 26 against Cal State Freshman guard Stephon Carter (24) goes up for a shot the game. Fullerton at 7 p.m. against Montana State guard Erik Rush Jan. 18 at CSUB’s defense accumu- Rabobank Arena. Junior guard Donavan Bragg goes up for a dunk against Montana State in the second half.

Senior forward Santwon Latunde goes up for an easy bucket in second half action.

Sophomore guard Bryan Emanuel goes sky-high for a slam dunk sending the crowd at Rabobank Arena into a frenzy in the second half. Emanuel led the ’Runners with four steals, his last ending in Senior forward Trent Blakely goes up for a shot against two the slam dunk. Montana State defenders.

10 Sports January 27, 2010 CSUB loses but hangs tough against No. 2 UC Davis By Manny Beltran they swam extremely well team competed well against their Sports Editor today,” added Hansen. northern rivals. [email protected] The ’Runners seemed focused “I thought we raced them really from the start winning the first well. Davis is a great program The CSUB men’s and women’s event, the 200 medley relay. The and they have great swimmers swimming and diving teams lost ’Runners team of Luka Leskur, and I thought we went after them. at home against UC Davis on Jan. Chad McKenzie, Matt Parsonage Our goal was to come out fast 23 at the Hilman Aquatic Center. and Kevin Miller won the event and hang as long as we can. I The Roadrunners’ men’s team, with a time of 1:33.62 while UC thought we did that effectively ranked No.11, faced the best Davis posted a time of 1:33.87. which in the long run will help us competition of the year so far Individually Keenan Natyzak a lot,” said Skehan. against UC Davis, currently won the Men’s 200-yard freestyle Stephanie Donnelly won the ranked No. 2. Although the with a time of 1:42.65 while 100- and 200-yard backstroke ’Runners lost 170-130 in overall Luka Leskur won the men’s 100- events with times of 1:00.02 and points, men’s head coach Chris yard backstroke with a time of 2:07.53, while Rachel McCall Hansen felt there were plenty of 51.21. won the 50 freestyle and 100- positives to gain from the meet. In the 1000-yard freestyle yard breaststroke events with “Going into the meet we thought Bobby Klagge and Adam times of 24.48 and 1:06.33. it would be a rough day, but we Pawlowski posted season best Victoria Kreutz and Hannah Mark Nessia/The Runner were winning leading up to the times of 9:51.84 and 10:00.21 Yoder placed first and second in Rachel Holm, above, Bobby Klagge, below, and Keenan Natyzak, bottom- last three events. To be that close and came in third and fourth both the one and three meter div- left, compete against No. 2 UC Davis Jan. 23 at the Hillman Aquatic to the No. 2 ranked team, we place, respectively. ing competition. Center. were pretty excited.” The collective effort put forth “Today was a good reality For the men’s team itself com- was felt throughout the team check. Everyone on UC Davis is ing close to beating UC Davis including freshman Jake Priest: pretty decent. It’s a good measur- wasn’t enough. “I could be happier. We asked ing stick to see where we stand “They looked a little sad in the guys to step up and they came and it keeps everyone motivat- meeting [after the event]. I told through.” ed,” said Yoder. them to keep their heads up On the women’s side the overall For the both the men’s and because we swam so fast, but score was closer yet. UC Davis women’s teams the sights are set you’ve got to be a little excited snuck by the Lady ’Runners 153- for Houston where the that they are upset that they lost. 140. Conference USA championships They really shouldn’t be because Head coach Pat Skehan felt her will be held.

No. 9 Boise State needs final match to edge by CSUB 21-17

Story and Photos By Mark Nessia Managing Editor and Photos [email protected]

The CSUB wrestling team’s bout against No. 9-ranked Boise State came down to the final match. Jason Chamberlain (149 pounds) broke a 17-17 tie and gave Boise State a 21-17 win with an 18-7 major decision over John Cardenas Saturday, Jan. 23 at the Icardo Center. Down 14-0 after the first four matches, CSUB’s Riley Orozco (197) defeated Matt Casperson – in a match pit- ting the No. 1 and 2 wrestlers in the Pac-10 – by decision, 8-2, to get the Roadrunners on the board, 14-3. Senior heavyweight Mitch Monteiro’s technical fall vic- tory over Sam Zlystra and a Bronco forfeit at 133 pounds put the score at 17-14, with the Broncos holding a three- point advantage. Elijah Nacita’s slim 1-0 decision over Eli Hutchinson, at 141 pounds, tied the score at 17 going into the last match. A scoreless tie through two periods, Nacita’s escape with 1 minute, 9 seconds left in the third period was enough to take the win. “It was close,” CSUB coach T.J. Kerr said. “Would have been great to come out on top, but they got a really tough team. I thought our guys performed a lot better than they have been. They were, for the most part, pretty tough. It was a good meet.” The Broncos’ lineup for Saturday’s dual featured five nationally-ranked wrestlers in their respective weight Above: Redshirt freshman classes, including No. 1 Kirk Smith (184) and No. 2 Adam Andrew Balch falls Hall (157). backward with Boise The ’Runners featured some nationally-ranked wrestlers State’s Adam Hall on as well. No. 13 Monteiro, No. 14 Nacita and No. 20 his shoulders during a Orozco gave the ’Runners its three wins in the dual. match at 157 pounds None of CSUB’s nationally-ranked wrestlers took on Saturday, Jan. 23 at the Boise State’s, but by having the rest of his squad face top Icardo Center. Hall is talent, Kerr said the experience will benefit his team down ranked No. 2 in the the road. nation at 157 pounds. “That’s going to be that kind of experience,” said Kerr. “ Left: ... We kind of had a let down a couple times, and I think Senior John Cardenas we’re back on track. [We] should have got a little bit of attempts to take down confidence even though they lost.” Boise State’s No. 6- The ’Runners are currently 1-3 in Pac-10 competition, ranked Jason but Kerr is not worried about his team’s conference Chamberlain in the final record. bout of Saturday’s dual. “The most important thing is the Pac-10 Tournament,” Chamberlain’s 18-7 Kerr said. “What you do before that is kind of indicative major decision gave the of what your success can be, but we’ve always wrestled Broncos the win, edg- better at the end of the season than during the season and ing out the ’Runners 21- 17. hopefully we can do that.” The Pac-10 Tournament will be held in Davis, Calif. Feb. 26 and 27.