CAMPUS TIMES FEBRUARY 17, 2006 SERVING THE UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE COMMUNITY SINCE 1919 VOL. 114, NO. 13 Law school gets ABA nod spent four days at the law Effort took school. This was the final round of the long process. “If obtaining ABA approval 5 years and were easy, it would not be val- ued,” Rubin said. “Fortunately, $22 million the University’s administration and the Board of Trustees understood this and had the Nila Priyambodo vision to stay the course.” Editor in Chief The five-member group, Tracy Spicer which consisted of a chair and LV Life Editor faculty members from various universities, reviewed the At 11 a.m. Monday, Univer- College of Law self study docu- sity of La Verne College of Law ment and developmental strate- Dean Donald Dunn received the gic plan beforehand, and then call he and the institution had toured the campus to verify the been hoping for. information. The fourth attempt turned “During their visit, they out to be the charm for the attend classes, interview faculty College of Law when it members and conduct an open received an American Bar meeting with the student body,” Association preliminary accred- Dunn said. “They also tour the itation, making it the only facilities and examine the teach- nationally certified law school ing quality and admissions cri- ‘When the law school is able to contribute to the overall operating budget of the University after repayment of monies borrowed and maintain its accreditation, I will say that the effort was truly worth it and an inspired vision by our University leadership.’ —Sharon Davis, professor of sociology in the Inland Empire. teria. In other words, they leave “It’s a great step forward for no stone unturned.” ULV,” Dunn said. “We’re now These “fact finders” then in the big leagues with other wrote a more than 60-page ABA schools.” report on their findings for a 19- Prior to ABA approval, the member accreditation commit- law school was recognized only tee, which reviewed the report by the State Bar of California, and met with a contingent from Kelly Rivas meaning ULV law students the College of Law and the Jack Cunningham, a University of La Verne fundraiser, which is held every Saturday through could take the bar exam and University. sophomore, fills his bag with oranges, participat- March. Money raised will go toward keeping the practice law only within the Dunn said the law school ing in the Heritage Park orange picking last orange grove in La Verne running. state. improved in all the areas neces- “ABA approval allows stu- sary, including the quality of the dents to sit for the bar exam in entering class, the school’s bar Picking a piece of any state,” College of Law passage rates and its reliable Associate Dean H. Randall plan to bring the school in full by Angie Gangi Rubin said. “Therefore, poten- compliance within three years. News Editor tial students from other states, “The previous deans Paul and some countries such as Egly, Charles Doskow and Canada, can attend the College Kenneth Held worked to lay the nder the shelter of the orange of Law, return to their home foundation for the significant trees, time stood still. Children state after graduation and sit for step – and Dean Donald Dunn, Uran and played hide-and-seek History“My girls probably would not have known that the bar exam.” and his outstanding faculty and with their shadows as the sunlight oranges don’t grow in the supermarket,” Benjamin said. “The oranges taste best right from the tree In September 2005, an ABA- staff have successfully carried splashed through the tree tops. Lazy appointed site evaluation team and there’s really no comparison to the ones in the Continued on page 3 Saturdays picking sweet oranges in the stores.” orchard have begun again. This trip back in time began at the front gate NSIDE ODAY S AMPUS IMES I T ’ C T The La Verne Heritage Foundation has extend- where the bags are sold at a small stand to the side President’s Dinner Gala unveils ed an open invitation to join in their annual orange of the orchard. One bag costs $3 and two bags cost $42 million campaign . . . . .Page 2 picking fundraiser. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every $5. Along with the bags, visitors were given Students pay the price for Saturday until mid-March, the historic Heritage orange pickers to easily reach the highest oranges in the trees. high end designer denim . . .Page 6 Park in La Verne will be open to the public and offer a look at one of the last working orange “Most people start with one bag,” orchard vol- Powerful performances in groves in the surrounding area. unteer Betty Umland said. “But they come back ‘Texts for Nothing’ ...... Page 8 Deena Benjamin brought her daughters, 7-year- asking for more bags because they are having so Tennis takes season opener old Laurel and 3-year-old Ariel, to enjoy the expe- much fun using the pickers and playing between against Whittier, 8-1 . . . .Page 10 rience of hand picking their own oranges from the the trees.” trees of a working 1915 citrus ranch. Continued on page 12 Page 2 NEWS February 17, 2006 ULV unveils $42 million campaign Relations. “It will be a wonderful asset plans did not overshadow the product of living my life on the President’s The five-year campaign has to the whole campus,” Bjerke contributions of the past but edge,” Deal said. already raised more than $27 said. rather shed light on a legacy of Peggy Redman, ULV profes- million during its initial two- The most recent renderings excellence that has been in prac- sor and director of teacher edu- Dinner Gala and-a-half year “quiet” phase. of the Sara and Michael tice for years. cation, who also happens to be Not only has it supplied Abraham Campus Center reveal As for the dinner gala, join- Deal’s first cousin, was also honors Deal $17.8 million of the $21 million a modern three level structure ing the ranks of past President’s honored that night when she needed for the Campus Center featuring a café, recreation Dinner honorees was Terrence was named the first recipient of Christine Collier Project, but it promises to enrich space and a student life center. Deal, the 2006 recipient of the the La Fetra Family Endowed Staff Writer the University through the There will also be a club/organ- President’s Award. Chair for Excellence in strengthening of current aca- ization center, a computer lab, “It was a complete shock to Teaching and Service. It was a night dedicated to demic and athletic programs, an office for the Associated everybody,” Deal said of his and “It was a huge honor,” honoring the past and embrac- the establishment of scholar- Student Federation Forum, his family’s surprise over Redman said. “The La Fetra ing the future. Jan. 28 marked ships and the enhancement of classrooms, meeting rooms, receiving the honor. family has been so generous to not only the 11th annual the campus through updated lounges and more. Deal graduated from La La Verne throughout the years.” President’s Dinner Gala but also facilities and infrastructure. “Most people don’t realize Verne in 1961 and went on to The chair was created from a the unveiling of the University The Campus Center Project how many people use this cam- receive a master’s from Cal recent $2 million contribution of La Verne’s $42 million will include the renovation of pus on a daily basis,” Bjerke State Los Angeles and a doctor- by Anthony La Fetra. “Building on Excellence” cam- the Sports Science and Athletics said. “Four thousand people per ate from Stanford in 1970. Deal When asked about Redman’s paign. Pavilion, the construction of the week come here to work or go authored and co-authored more accomplishments, Deal said, “The Campus Center Project Sara and Michael Abraham to school. The Campus Center is than 30 books and worked for “She was always known as the is the largest single piece of the Campus Center and the forma- designed to serve all of those Stanford, Harvard, Vanderbilt smart one.” campaign,” said Jean Bjerke, tion of the Frank and Nadine people.” and USC. Christine Collier can be vice president of University Johnson Family Plaza. The discussion of future “My career has been a by reached at [email protected]. Science grant offers research opportunities Megan Montalvo science division because it NMR was a huge victory for us. the NMR for senior projects, azad said. Staff Writer allows us to be competitive with It is going to help promote a and instructors are also looking Installation of the NMR is other colleges and also helps synergy among surrounding forward to using the facility to expected to begin on March 6, After a much anticipated further research and education,” schools and act as a great research alternatives to fossil with a ribbon-cutting ceremony arrival, a new Nuclear Magnetic said Iraj Parchamazad, profes- recruiting tool to draw new stu- fuels for energy. and open house for surrounding Resonance machine arrived on sor and chair of the chemistry dents and faculty,” said Heather “The NMR will allow us to schools and foundation program campus Tuesday, marking a new department at ULV. Nishioka, director of foundation study fuel cell technology, officers to follow. milestone for the University of Though this is not the first relations at ULV. which can help us receive gov- Megan Montalvo can be La Verne. time ULV has utilized an NMR, Seniors majoring in chem- ernment funding and take ULV reached at mmontalvo2@- Efforts to establish an NMR it is the first time that ULV has istry are already planning to use to the next plateau,” Parcham- ulv.edu. facility on campus started in established a state of the art March 2005 when ULV began NMR facility for students to applying for various grants. The conduct research on campus. most notable awards include a “It’s really positive to see Dean’s List, Fall 2005 $500,000 grant from the W.M. how we have grown from the The following full-time students earned a grade Vienna Interiano Melody Rahbari Keck Foundation and a time I was a student here in point average of 3.75 or higher in the College of Kiran Jethani Abigail Ramirez $236,000 grant from the 1993, when all we had to use Arts and Sciences for the fall 2005 semester: Kimberly Johnson Guillermo Ramirez Fletcher Jones Foundation. was a smaller, outdated NMR,” Lauren Jones Michelle Ramirez Establishing the NMR facili- said Yolanda Aquino, biology Taryn Aguilar James Darrah Danny Kaipekian Sara Randazzo ty will allow students and facul- stockroom coordinator at ULV. Michelle Ajemian Joyce DeLeon Chanel Kaufman Ming Christabel Reyes ty to use the most effective With the addition of the new Michelle Alfaro Oxana Denisenko Jacob Keating Darren Richards method in determining the NMR, professors and adminis- Alisha Allred Tracy Diaz Derek Keepers Chelsea Riggins structure of molecules. Students trators expect the facility to help Rachel Alon Grant Dineley Kandie Kinney Andres Rivera majoring in organic chemistry students put into practice what Zain Alshamiyeh Stephanie Duarte Nicole Knight Eduardo Rodriguez will find the new facility espe- they learn in the classroom. Tom Anderson Nancy Dyleuth Brenna Lampson Shanel Rodriguez cially effective to their field of “It’s one thing to learn about Adriana Arteaga Sara Eazell Melissa Lew Joseph Roelle study. what an NMR does, but to actu- Julie Avenetti Kari Erickson Christine Lewis Valerie Rojas Located on the ground floor ally see it for yourself definitely Jacqueline Avilez Adam Evans Michelle Loggia Ibis Romero of Founders Hall, the W. M. helps students retain informa- Jessica Baker Josalee Faus Matthew Loriso Lindsey Salt Keck Foundation NMR Facility, tion,” Aquino said. Michelle Ball Keith Figgins Joseph Lovallo Gerson SanJuan named in recognition of the The NMR facility is said to Ashley Banks Carlos Figueroa Krystle Luckey Melissa Sauceda foundation’s support, will not be a multi-purpose instrument Janine Bauman Elide Flores Gina Lunel Heather Settle only bring research-grade that will not only attract sur- Danielle Beckham Leslie Flores Len Ly Valerie Shather instrumentation to the campus, rounding schools to conduct Jessica Bell Brittany Flug Veronica Macias Sarah Skidmore but will also enhance ULV’s research, but also new students Kady Bell Katharine Ford Yesel Manrique Daniel Smith Natural Science Division. and faculty. Alyse Beni Rebecca Frederick Ivy Martinez Jesse Soto “A new era is open for the “Being able to establish the Andrew Brake Angela Gangi Jessica McLaughlin Tracy Spicer Nicki Jo Brandt Jessica Garber Angelica Medrano Emily Starr Whitney Brown Ashly Gillis Margaux Meidinger Susan Steinbaugh WEB EXCLUSIVES Sarah Bushmeyer Janell Ginter Vincent Mena Dominique Stockhausen Natalie Camacho Staci Graham Ashley Miguel Steven Stragier The Campus Times Online Edition is Jenna Campbell Kari Granger Madaiko Miller Maricela Tapia updated with new stories each Monday and Alexis Candelaria Kimberly Gray Sarah Miller Samantha Toia Wednesday evening. Log on to Jesse Carrington Deborah Grumbach Kirtida Mistry Benjamin Torres www.ulv.edu/campustimes for the current Adrianna Castillo Silvia Guerra Megan Montalvo Brian Troudy stories. Ashley Cervantes Anthony Guerrero Lauren Moon Christina Trujillo Monique Chambers Julianne Hadfield Hikari Motooka Rebecca Tuttle Feb. 20 Giovanna Chavez Brendan Hallinan Alicia Norris Cassandra VanEyk •Sweethearts Dance brings special needs community Jose Luis Chavez Stacey Harbottle Sara Novak Ankit Vasa together Kelli Clark Melissa Haynes Heidi Oberdank Sarah Vasquez A Valentines Day themed dance for the La Verne community Nataly Clavel Joe Helou Cristina Oseguera-Perez Angela Vazquez held on Feb. 10 for the special needs community received a large Victoria Collie William Hernandez Ruby Padilla Rebecca Villalpando crowd. This is one of many dances that a combination of organiza- Christine Collier Katherine Heslet John Patrick Telon Weathington tions help in organizing. Tamara Combs Jaclyn Hicks Jala Patterson Grant Wheatley Michael Consolo Erica Hill Brian Paulk Geraldine White Feb. 22 Kelly Cooke Matthew Hill Jillian Pena Katarina Woloschuk •Honors Club uncovers new fundraising ideas Gretchen Cooper Samantha Hood Kathryn Pierce Sarah Wood While normal fundraising activities include car washes and bake Rhiannon Cuddy Tao Huang Nicole Pond sales, the Honors Club found another way. How does this new Kelli Cummins Ashley Hunt Bailey Porter fundraiser compare to traditional fundraisers? Gina Curasi Eric Iberri Nila Priyambodo Page 3 NEWS February 17, 2006 Fair showcases student clubs ELS affiliates with La Verne Rick Montanez gram. The intensive program is Staff Writer a 30-hour work week, compared to the semi-intensive program The English Language of a 20-hour week. Service Center is joining the Prices for the intensive pro- University of La Verne in efforts gram are listed on their Web site to bring more international stu- www.els.com as $1,395 and dents to the University. In $1,045 for the semi-intensive August, ELS moved its offices program. from Chapman University in ELS currently has 22 stu- Orange to ULV. dents in the La Verne program. The program is designed to They house students in six teach international students rooms in the Oaks Residence English as a second language. Hall. They also have rooms in “We teach English to the world” the Sheraton Hotel near the is a slogan used by the language Fairplex in Pomona. centers. Students also have the “ULV is providing students opportunity to be housed with a an opportunity to be a part of its homestay family. The homestay campus,” said Sandra Adams, family must live within a 30- ELS Center Director. minute public transit ride. The ELS has more than 40 cen- host family also has to provide ters around the United States, two meals a day as well as a pri- and it began in 1961 in vate room with the same ameni- Washington, D.C. ties as a residence hall. The program offers monthly The program has no limit as cycles. Students can choose to to how many students it will stay for anywhere between one accept. There is no problem to 12 cycles. finding additional housing or ELS offers a curriculum that professors. The only problem takes international students may be finding classrooms at from a beginning level to a mas- ter’s level. When the students Continued on page 11 reach a master’s level, they are able to speak near fluent NEWS BRIEF English and are prepared Kelly Rivas enough to enter a four-year uni- ATF Forum Sheila Del Castillo, Natalie Camacho, Leslie in the University Mall. Along with venders like versity program. The Action Task Force will Cantu and Monserat Cruz sample the makeup Quebeyah, there were clubs, fraternities and The cycles begin every four be hosting a ULV community pigments and the reusable body crystals from sororities hosting tables. KULV provided the weeks. At the beginning of the forum on the final set of rec- Quebeyah’s stand at the Club Fair, held Feb. 8 musical ambiance for the fair. cycle, students take a placement ommendations from 9 to 10 test to see if they need to be a.m. today in Founders advanced or stay at the same Auditorium and from 3 to 4 Law School... level. p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 in Continued from page 1 Students can also choose an La Fetra Hall. the effort over the finish line,” accreditation in the past meant “I believe that the law school intensive or semi-intensive pro- —Nicole Knight said University President limited student growth and rev- can now attract students from a Stephen Morgan. enue for the city. wider geographic area and that “It has indeed been a team With ABA accreditation, 450 they will be able to build upon effort and demonstrates the suc- students— compared to the cur- the quality program they have cess that can be achieved when rent 255—are expected to demonstrated,” said College of vision, determination, hard enroll. Arts and Sciences Dean Fred work and talent come together,” “(Ontario) sees (it) as a cor- Yaffe. he added. nerstone of major redevelop- With this preliminary It’s been a long, arduous, ment play,” Dunn said. “The approval, the College of Law expensive and at times con- students and employees of the will have to consider a plan for tentious process. law school are financial replenishing the University’s The College of Law failed in resources for the city. general fund which this process its attempts to obtain accredita- “This will create a tremen- nearly depleted. tion in 2001, 2002 and 2003, dous impact on the city and “When the law school is able after the University pumped local businesses because there to contribute to the overall oper- more than $16 million from its will be more people coming in ating budget of the University general fund into these previous and out of the city everyday,” he after repayment of monies bor- attempts. added. rowed – and maintain its accred- With this fourth attempt, the Additionally, Dunn said the itation – I will say that the effort University supported the effort accreditation will impact the was truly worth it and an 41 with an additional $6.3 million Inland Empire, one of the fastest inspired vision by our for a grand total of $22 million growing metropolitan areas in University leadership,” said Safety goggles are always a good idea. spent on readying the school for the United States. Sharon Davis, professor of soci- If you have completed your bachelor’s degree: Azusa Pacific ABA accreditation. The ratio of lawyers to citi- ology. University (APU) offers 35 opportunities at 7 convenient Southern Winning accreditation was zens in Los Angeles County is 1 However, the law school’s California locations for you to become a better teacher, counselor, not only a feat for the to 203. future looks promising. coach, or administrator. And, because APU is NCATE accredited, you receive excellent preparation recognized by all 50 states and University, but also for the city However, in the Inland “This is a victory for the internationally. of Ontario, which has housed Empire, the ratio is currently 1 entire University community, To schedule a personal appointment the College of Law since 2001. to 840. and we should all come together or attend an information meeting: “The city of Ontario has been Dunn said due to these statis- to celebrate,” Rubin said. call (800) 825-5278 extraordinarily supportive of the tics, businesses and citizens “This is indeed a very signif- click www.apu.edu/education/tips process,” Dunn said. often have to go to Los Angeles icant achievement in the 115- email [email protected] Set in the newly renovated to seek legal assistance. year history of the University of info Call to save your spot at the downtown area, the College of Many University faculty and La Verne,” Morgan added. next information meeting. 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FROM THE EDITOR... Celebrity swag makes me gag last year’s MTV Video Music Awards, She is the one person who needs free stuff ing a “Thank You” gift bag. I thought $30,000 gift bags were given to celebri- the least, being an heiress and all. Yet, charity was about giving, not receiving. ties who performed or presented an where celebrity swag goes, Paris closely Maybe I’m wrong. NILA award. follows. Celebrity swag started in the 1980s as But that’s nothing compared to the gift Last summer, the Live 8 concert was a sign of appreciation for presenters and PRIYAMBODO bag celebrities will be given at this year’s more about awareness and less about performers. Now it has escalated to a Academy Awards. Celebrities presenting actually donating money. Not only was point where it’s not just about honoring an award or celebrities that don’t go the concert free, but performers also people at award shows, featuring inde- home a winner will receive a gift bag received a $15,600 gift bag. This is sup- pendent films at festivals and raising veryone knows that there are perks worth $180,000. It makes you think posed to be charity. Celebrities should money for charities. It’s about giving to being a celebrity, but I didn’t whether you want to win a statue of a lit- want to help without being promised a celebrities gift bags and swag that is Ethink that some of the perks would tle gold man who will collect dust on hefty gift bag in exchange. Live 8’s motto worth as much or even more than an aver- amount to hundreds of thousands of dol- your shelf, or if you want to lose because is “Make Poverty History.” age person’s annual income. lars. you’ll still come out a winner gathering Instead of giving these celebrities who We can blame celebrities for being Yes, I’m talking about the ever popu- hundreds of thousands dollars worth of practically have everything in the world greedy, but the blame also falls on socie- lar “celebrity swag.” free loot. these gift bags, the money could be ty. The companies’ goal is to have their Anytime a celebrity appears at an Celebrity swag also tainted this year’s donated to the people of Africa who need merchandise be seen in the hands of event, he or she is either given a gift bag Sundance Film Festival. The Festival is it most and can in fact “make poverty his- celebrities. They know that most people or they can attend a make-shift boutique supposed to be an event that features, tory.” But no, they decide to give people would buy clothes, bags or jewelry if a where they pick and choose from thou- encourages and awards independent like Madonna more things they can get certain celebrity wore the same kind too. sands of dollars worth of designer items films. bored of. If we didn’t put an emphasis on “who for free. Yes, they receive cameras, Instead it brings the likes of reality tel- Some celebrities, like Lindsay Lohan, we’re wearing,” maybe celebrity swag phones, perfume, purses and bags, jeans, evision stars, such as “Bachelorette” will not even show up to an event unless wouldn’t be a problem. jewelry and even airfare and a hotel to a Trista Rehn and Ryan Sutter and “Laguna they are promised free stuff. Lohan Nila Priyambodo, a senior journalism vacation destination. All for free. Beach’s” Jason Wahler. reportedly did not agree to play at a major, is editor in chief of the Campus For instance, award shows have now At the center of this Festival is the celebrity charity poker game until the Times. She can be reached by e-mail at become infamous for their gift bags. At “Queen of Celebrity Swag” Paris Hilton. organization signed a contract guarantee- [email protected]. Is it driver’s ed or True confessions of a special ed? lifelong ‘yes’ woman Angelenos? Well, from what I’ve seen, everywhere at once. It’s a noble profes- public servants aren’t exactly setting sion and I applaud those who actually good examples. I can’t tell you how many want to make a living out of it. TOM cops I’ve had fly by me on the freeway at STEPHANIE Writing columns this semester will 90 or better, zig-zagging their way for- hopefully help me knock out my fear of ANDERSON ward without so much as a single blink of DUARTE committing to my opinons. I had a good a turn signal, let alone the emergency start with working for LA Opera this lights or sirens. And don’t get me started summer. If there’s one thing I’ve learned on EMTs; in the space of about a month I about opera-goers, it’s that they have an f you’re a commuter like me, chances had two ambulances (one of which was hate writing columns, and I love to be opinion about everything (and they will are you keep a bottle of antacid in more like a bus) riding my bumper while challenged. Thus, I requested this tell you so)! Iyour ride’s glove compartment I was in the number three lane of the Iposition as arts editor this semester, I don’t think I’m alone when I admit because, let’s face it, driving in Southern westbound 210 doing 75, and like their my final semester at ULV. that for the majority of my life, I’ve pret- California is about as relaxing as running heat-packing, donut-chomping counter- Why arts? I love the arts – every kind. ty much accepted what I’ve been told. down the slope of an erupting volcano parts, neither party seemed intent on sig- From paintings to plays. I’m no expert by In grammar and high school, the goal while covered in fire ants and being shot naling lane changes or that they were any means, but the arts to me present a was good grades. How do you get good at. rushing to a call. Maybe business was just kind of relationship and outlet that we grades? Do what you’re told. Do your Now before you say, “Thank you, slow and they wanted to stack the deck in can’t get anywhere else. The arts express work and you won’t have any problems. Captain Obvious” and start reading their favor… our humanity. Who said anything about learning? something else, just hear me (read me?) Another explanation might be the The other part of this editing position Well I think one of my interviewees out. Take a trip down any Southland free- alphabet soup of electronic nannies found is writing columns like these. I hate writ- for my article this week said it best: way and there’s a darn good chance in most modern automobiles. While ABS, ing columns. Some editors can write “This is the age when you’re disman- you’ll see scores of other motorists tail- ESP, TCS, EBD and all those other giz- them swiftly with grace and wit. For me, tling everything you’ve learned and try- gating (often too lazy/self-centered to mos can and do make cars easier to con- it’s like pulling teeth. ing to put it back together in your own change lanes), weaving in and out of traf- trol, they do not completely nullify the Why? Because I think for the majority way.” fic, darting across lanes and driving over laws of physics. Just ask anyone who’s of my life, I’ve never desired to have So as I dismantle my life and try to put solid lines, all without using turn signals managed to park a $50,000 SUV shiny strong opinions on hardly anything. I’ve it back together, I hope you will join me. and while traveling at least 15 to 25 miles side down. always been the middleman, the peace- Really, with everything going on in my per hour above the posted speed limit. However, the most probable explana- maker, the friend for support, the girl life right now, this is the perfect time to Surface streets have many of these same tion is the fact that our government has without the drama. embark on such an operation. problems, in addition to people blitzing pretty much resigned itself to issuing dri- It takes a effort for me to develop I’m graduating in May and then the through red (sorry, “pink”) lights because ver’s licenses to just about any pile of opinions of my own and drive my point to career world will have to deal with me. they’re apparently too important to fol- organic compounds with a pulse. After the ground like it’s the absolute truth. But My point here is that I’m no expert on low some silly rules or care about the all, no one really needs to know the fun- isn’t that what these columns are about? anything – but who is? safety of other motorists and pedestrians. damentals of physics, car control, con- Why else would you read them? You Or, as Nicholas Murray Butler so suc- Am I the only one that doesn’t consider centration or common sense, right? And want to know what I think. cinctly put it, “An expert is someone who such behavior to be sane and acceptable? you don’t really need to take a test each It’s my own insecurities. I like my knows more and more about less and less Think about it: The average new pas- time you renew your license. As long as writing to make sense. I take pride in my until he knows absolutely everything senger car takes roughly 150 feet to come you can work the pedals and turn the work and ideally, I like to edit, edit, edit about nothing.” to a complete stop from 60 miles per steering wheel things will be just peachy until our layout assistant is taking the I promise to be no expert on any topic. hour. That’s about 10 car lengths. Crank keen. files to the printing press. My opinions will by my opinions. My the speed up to 80 or 90 and that distance But the fact remains that things are not Hence, the thought of publishing my hope is that they will be somewhat edu- grows accordingly. It doesn’t take a Ph.D peachy keen, and they seem to be getting thoughts and ideas in a newspaper terri- cated and that, at the least, every column in physics to figure out that at one yard or worse by the day. Unless something fies me. I’d much rather report on an I write will have a point – something that less behind the vehicle in front of you, major is done, and soon, we’ll all be pay- event, share the thoughts of others – those might make you think a little bit differ- you won’t have even remotely enough ing the price for lousy driving. people with stories that need to be told. ently. time to react if he suddenly slams on his Tom Anderson, a junior journalism It’s the reason why I love journalism. I Stephanie Duarte, a senior communi- brakes. major, is editorial director of the Campus have the power to communicate stories cations major, is arts editor of the So why has sloppy, screw-everyone- Times. He can be reached by e-mail at that the reader couldn’t possibly know Campus Times. She can be reached by e- else driving become the norm among [email protected]. about because the reader just can’t be mail at [email protected]. LVLife Page 6L Campus Timesife February 17, 2006 Some ULV students shell out big bucks to look good Got Denim? in designer jeans by Kristen Chocek photography by Kourtney Brumfield

n a society filled with pricey Seven jeans and ITrue Religions, it’s diffi- cult for college students to keep up with the trend of own- ing designer jeans and looking good in them. Today, spending more than $100 for a pair of jeans is becom- ing more and more common. But are these brands really worth it? “We underestimate the power of pants these days,” said senior liberal arts major Danielle Davison. Jeans are not just pants any- more; they are fashion and status symbols. Some men and women will pay anywhere from $100 to $500 a pair. “The most expensive jeans I ever bought were my Diesel jeans which were $220 at Nordstrom,” said junior business major Chris Skraba. “One hundred dollars is not enough for jeans anymore. All of my jeans are over $100.” With prices soaring through the roof, it’s no surprise that the Money is not an issue when it comes to selecting the right pair of jeans such as Seven For All Mankind and True Religion, which he U.S. denim market brings in an jeans, says senior John Botkin. He owns expensive name-brand gets tailored to fit at Nordstrom. estimated $11 billion a year. “The washes, designs and quality of really what motivates these designer jean like True Religions.” Other popular online retailers besides the designer denim helps you have a spenders or is it the label? However, they are half the price, eBay include www.jeansandcompany.- unique look, which helps you stand out,” Today, brand-name jeans such as retailing at $75 to $90 a pair. com and www.bluefly.com. These sites Skraba said. Seven for All Mankind, True Religion, But with Joe’s jeans retailing from have helped many save on today’s Both men and women agree that these Chip and Pepper, Citizens, Rock ‘N $130 to $160, and Yunik at $145 a pop, biggest name brand jeans. Unfortunately, designer styles are much more flattering Republic, Energie, Mavi, Adriano how are students affording to stay on top sitting and searching online to find a great on their body types. Goldschmied, Blue Cult, Guess, Antik, of this trend? hit can be time consuming. “Expensive jeans just make me look Joe’s, Paper Denim, Diesel, Miss Sixty, “My parents buy my jeans,” said sen- This designer denim craze looks like it hot,” said senior economics major Yunik, Grass and Earl Jeans can be found ior psychology and broadcasting major is going to last, or at least until stores like Pamela Levy. on the behinds of many ULV students. Alexis Moreno. Gap and Old Navy can learn a thing or Many women who have thighs and Brikaju, La Verne’s newest Third For students not so fortunate, there are two from the qualities and cuts that these butts, or lack them, have to depend on a Street boutique, has been known for sell- ways to find quality jeans at lower costs. huge designers are incorporating into well-cut pair of jeans to make them look ing some of today’s hottest brands. Many As for senior television broadcasting their jeans. good. of the students are finding great bargains major Ben de Ayora, buying designer Hopefully prices will drop and great The same jean philosophy applies to when it comes to these designer labels. denim online has been his trick. jeans will be found everywhere at a rea- men. “Here at Brikaju we try to carry a vari- “The most expensive pair of jeans I sonable price. “I think designer jeans are worth it if ety of price points for jeans,” said Brikaju bought were my Lucky and they were Until then, keep saving your money they are comfortable and if chicks like owner Terry Rivas. “We carry Joe’s, only $80 on eBay,” de Ayora said. and cut back on meals if you want to be my butt in them,” said senior business Yunik, and Miss Me jeans, and all three “There’s a Lucky wholesaler on there able to afford those hot jeans. major Doug Green. are great brands. who hooks it up if you buy more than one Kristen Chocek can be reached at But is looking good in a pair of jeans Rivas said the Miss Me jeans are “just pair.” [email protected]. CAB invites ULV to come sail the night away Rhian Morgan “The nautical theme gives a course, identification will be in Pomona. said. “It is also closer, for con- Staff Writer fun yet classy atmosphere for required. A complimentary bus service venience.” the dance and worked well with The dress code at this year’s will run in half hour intervals Tickets can be purchased It’s that time of year again– our venue,” said CAB Major dance is semi-formal, but what until 10 p.m. from the Rock at from Leo’s Den between 9 a.m. time to dust off the mothballs Events Co-chairwoman Sara exactly does this mean? ULV to Fairplex. and 5 p.m. weekdays, and at the from your dinner jacket and Johnston. “It is dressy, but not over- Transportation back to ULV ULV Club Fair on Feb. 15. For drag out the gown from the back The Winter Formal is a per- the-top glamorous,” said will also be provided at the end the procrastinators, there is a of your closet. The University of fect opportunity for ULV stu- Michelle Ajemian, CAB major of the night. last day ‘Midnight Madness’ La Verne 2006 Winter Formal is dents to relax and to socialize events co-chair. “For girls, an However, if you wish to ticket sale until midnight on upon us. with their peers. example would be a classy dress make your own way there, Feb. 20 at Leo’s Den. It is Anchors Away this year A festive Italian buffet with like a cocktail dress. For guys an directions are included with “The Winter Formal is the as the event hosts a nautical dessert and unlimited water, tea example would be slacks, dress each ticket. only formal dance ULV has, theme, organized by the Cam- or coffee will be provided. shirt, and tie.” Tickets are $15. except for Greek Week.” ULV pus Activities Board. The Ava- Students lucky enough to be The event will take place “This year we have lowered senior Phanny Lun said. “So for lon at the Pomona Fairplex will over 21 can treat themselves to from 8 p.m. to midnight on Feb. the cost of tickets so more ULV people that aren’t involved in be decked out in sailing regalia. beer or wine from the bar. Of 25 at the Avalon at the Fairplex students could attend,” Ajemian Continued on page 11 Page 7 LVLLiiffee February 17, 2006 Leos go around the world in 30 days Eric Iberri their findings. The South Africa students English 409 and CORE 310. “During the summer with the Staff Writer Meanwhile, Assistant took a small detour during their The University has encour- readings and papers you might Professor of Education Lisa trip to visit the childhood home aged teachers to make use of the question if it is worth it, but it is University of La Verne stu- Porter and Campus Minister of sophomore Tiffanie Sigal’s January interterm for innovative worth all the work.” dents traveled to Costa Rica, Debbie Roberts led the trip to father. courses and travel courses, The Italy students followed Italy and South Africa during South Africa. This two-week “It was an emotional and Scambray said. But these their itinerary and were also the January interterm and in trip fulfilled CORE 310 and/or moving experience for all of us, January trips are no ordinary able to sightsee. doing so were able to satisfy CORE 320. to have Tiffanie visit with the vacations. Rome, Florence, Siena and certain course requirements by “The fact that the trip cost owner of the home where her “There’s a six month prepa- Venice were just some of the taking these trips. cities the students visited. Professors of Biology Jay “There were some political Jones and Jeffrey Burkhart ‘It is a life-changing experience you can’t get anywhere else.’ protests, which made the streets coordinated the Costa Rica trip, —Debbie Roberts, campus minister more packed than usual, so that fulfilling CORE 310 and 340. was interesting,” Oseguera- “While biology was central Perez said. to the course, the focus was on $4,000 (including two days in father had grown up,” Roberts ration prior to the (Italy) trip,” Despite the crowds, how a third-world country, such London), put some of the stu- said. Scambray said. Oseguera-Perez’s experience as Costa Rica, deals with issues dents out of the running,” Professor of English Kenneth Students read two travel was one she will not forget. related to sustainability,” Roberts said. “But I always tell Scambray coordinated the 16- books and prepared a three-page “For me just seeing all of the Burkhart said. students not to let the cost deter day Italy trip. He chose Italy itinerary before departing. sites in person was exciting, it's Students went on boat trips, them, as it is a life-changing because it is a part of his “Even with all the work we really different from any video hikes, wildlife viewings and experience you can't get any- research and writing. did, it was still a lot of fun,” said or book,” she said. night walks for reptiles, all where else, and loans are always The trip is used as part of a Cristina Oseguera-Perez, a sen- Eric Iberri can be reached at while taking photographs of available.” year-long course, for both ior communications major. [email protected]. ULV students spread the love at youth home Laura Bucio Board. interaction with the kids, and let Kimbwala, CAB philanthropy come.” Assistant Editor Game Night was created to them see the world outside of chair and Phi Sigma Sigma e- Other ULV students also help kids at the Center better LeRoy,” she added. board member. “It’s a great way enjoyed the event. Cupid aimed his arrows in a their social skills and as a form The boys enjoyed the night to spend Valentine’s instead of “It’s great that, even for a lit- different direction this year as of entertainment. with ULV students as they being bitter at home.” tle while, we can be someone University of La Verne students The LeRoy Haynes Center played an array of games Members of Phi Sigma they can look up to,” said Ivy did not celebrate Valentine’s was established to provide edu- including air hockey, ping pong, Sigma and Sigma Alpha Epsilon Martinez, a senior Spanish Day with the typical chocolates cation and a home-like environ- foosball, Connect Four, were the major attendants of the major. “Plus, it was a lot of fun.” or flowers. ment for troubled boys. Dominoes and pool. event. Though cupid may have Instead, they spent their “For these kids, this is their While some enjoyed the “I came to have fun,” said aimed in a different direction, he evening at the LeRoy Haynes primary residence,” said Diane games, others preferred to dance freshman math major Jessica surely did not miss because Center in La Verne during Crockett, on-call counselor at to the latest hip-hop beats. Root, a member of Phi Sigma there was still plenty of love. “Game Night,” an event organ- the Center. “The kids, they love you Sigma sorority. “If they do it Laura Bucio can be reached ized by the Campus Activities “I think it’s great to have the regardless,” said Mercy Faith again I would definitely like to at [email protected]. Arts, Page 8 Campus etc...Times February 17, 2006 HAPPENINGS Creative pursuits bring by Gabby De La Cruz Shakespeare Classic photography by “King Richard III” will Emmah Obradovich be performed at 7:30 p.m. ‘Texts’ to life tonight and Saturday in the Cabaret Theatre. The play, which debuted Thursday, is the senior directing thesis for Keith Watabayashi and the senior acting thesis for Eli Hernandez. Tickets are free for everyone. For more infor- mation, call (909) 593- 3511 Ext. 4386 or visit www.ulv.edu/arts. –Matthew Loriso

Rico Music Seabreeze is scheduled to perform beginning at 8 p.m. tomorrow at Rico Coffee. Rico Coffee is located at 2320-A Foothill Blvd. in La Verne. For more informa- tion, call (909) 392-1999 or visit www.ricocoffee.com. –Matthew Loriso

Nigerian Artwork Christopher Smith performed his senior acting thesis in was so powerful that he knew he had to perform it him- Artwork by Nigerian an adaptation of “Texts for Nothing” by Samuel self. Smith is a theater major who plans to pursue an artist Okaybabs will be on Beckett. Smith said the play found him two years ago. It acting career after graduating in May. display tomorrow at Gallery by Dzine. A recep- amuel Beckett’s “Texts for said. what happens to everyone at some point tion will take place from 5 Nothing” a play adapted for the The play, to some, was not the typical during life. p.m. to 9 p.m. Sstage by University of La Verne’s theater performance. It was about a man “Sometimes you get so lost in your Admission is free. Director of Theater Steven Kent and Joe who is trying to figure out his life and world, not knowing what you’re doing, Gallery by Dzine is Chaikin, was performed by senior where it is taking him. and trying to sort out in your head what located at 119 W. Transit Christopher Smith for his senior acting Smith describes the play as a man is going on, which is what the character Street, Ste. 3 in Ontario. thesis. Smith, a theater major with an who climbs to the top of a mountain to is going through,” Smith said. For more information call emphasis in acting, performed the play find himself in a ditch. Smith said that “Texts for Nothing” (909) 824-0417. on Feb. 9, 10 and 11 in the University’s Freshman Sheila Del Castillo said found him two years ago. He began –Matthew Loriso Dailey Theatre. that it was unique and at times found it rehearsing for it in the beginning of Kent, who is also director of the play, challenging to interpret exactly what the January. explained that Chaikin received permis- character was going through. Smith said that the first time he read Jazz Show sion from Beckett to use his play for an “I think that everyone can interpret the story he was stirred. He had never Jazz Vocalist Chris adaptation. the story a bit differently,” Del Castillo attempted anything like this and at first Williams will be perform- “This was the first time Beckett ever said. he was terrified. ing at 8 p.m. Feb. 24 in allowed anyone to adapt his But rather than worrying, Founders Auditorium. work, which has been previ- ‘It was the most enjoyable, frustrating and he learned to relax, which is Tickets are $5 for general ously performed in New York, rewarding experience.’ something Georgij Paro, admission and students are Paris, London and Toronto,” —Christopher Smith, actor director of the University’s free. For more information, Kent said. production of”Waiting for (909) 593-3511 Ext. 4917. The play, which consists of 14 stories, “There is no right or wrong way to Godot” taught him, and the material —Stephanie Duarte was too complex to use for Smith’s per- understand the play,” she added. found its way through. formance. Because of this, Smith used Senior Jesse Soto, the light board “It was the most enjoyable, frustrat- Mr. Universe about a third of the stories but made sure operator of the play, said the whole per- ing and rewarding experience,” Smith The senior acting thesis to follow the main theme throughout the formance was very different from what said. of Anthony Guerrero and play. one usually sees in college theaters. Smith has also performed in 11 other Jonathan Serret, “Mr. The setting of the play, which was The core group he worked with was major roles at ULV. Some include Universe,” is not recom- different from a typical stage setting, amazing and was all very cooperative Captain Dick in “Naughty Marrieta” in mended for children and had a section blocked off which only with Smith and the rest of the crew, he 2002, “Rocky in the Rocky Horror will take place at 7:30 p.m. allowed seating in a right side of the the- said. Picture Show” in 2003, Vladimir in on Feb. 23, 24 and 25 in the ater. “It was great getting to know Steven “Waiting for Godot” in 2004, and more Dailey Theatre. Tickets are The blocked off area remained very Kent and Melody Rahbari, the stage recently, Lopahkin in “The Cherry $3 to $5 and all funds will dark, while the stage was filled with manager. I really enjoyed working on Orchard” in 2005. contribute to aid for smoke and bright lights. the play as well as working with Chris,” After graduating in May, Smith plans Hurricane Katrina. For Darcy Kent Cook, a Senior English Soto said. to move to Los Angeles to pursue an act- more information, call major, really enjoyed watching the play. “He’s a great guy and an amazing per- ing career. (909) 593-3511 Ext. 4386. “It was an extremely difficult piece to son to work with,” he added. Gabby De La Cruz can be reached at —Stephanie Duarte do, but he did a great job at it,” Cook Smith said that the play relates to [email protected]. Page 9 ARTS, etc... February 17, 2006 Movie Review Video Game Review ‘Panther’ pipes in the laughs ‘Drill Jaclyn Gonzales Reminiscent of the original, which clumsiness of Clouseau. The character Staff Writer starred Peter Sellers, Inspector Clouseau appeared to be incompetent but is actually a must solve the murder case of France’s likeable person who does not realize how his Dozer’ Steve Martin co-wrote and starred as famous soccer coach, Yves Gluant, and find shenanigans create chaos. The other per- Inspector Jacques Clouseau in the remake of who stole the infamous Pink Panther formers including Knowles, Kline and the 1964 comedy, “The Pink Panther.” Diamond. Chief Inspector Dreyfus, played Mortimer were entertaining as well. delights Martin’s physical comedy and continual by Kline, in hopes of having the clumsy Mortimer’s amusing character is perfect for Matthew Loriso mishaps illuminated on screen as Clouseau Clouseau make a mockery of himself, hired Clouseau and is understandable when view- Assistant Editor navigated himself on the job without realiz- Clouseau. Meanwhile, Dreyfus worked on ing her actions. ing his mistakes as they occurred. the case himself. The soundtrack contains a song featured Ten years ago, Game Freak Soccer balls, dancing, perfecting an Clouseau is provided a sidekick, Ponton, in the movie , “Check On It (Pink Panther)” created the hugely successful accent and soundproof rooms are some played by Reno, who is assigned by Dreyfus performed by Knowles. This track, which “Pokemon” brand. Their orig- examples where Clouseau’s hapless behav- to keep an eye on him. Clouseau and sounded as if it were one of Knowles’s sin- inal role playing game, which ior and innuendos will conjure up laughs. Mortimer’s character, Nicole, have an attrac- gles, is sung to create the background for the saw the player travel across a Shaun Levy, whose directorial credits tion that is engaging to watch. humorous situations on screen. fictional land in search of include “Cheaper by the Dozen,” directs the The story’s antics are more interesting “The Pink Panther” is recommended for creatures with names like rated PG movie with a running time of one and amusing than some of the storyline, all ages, despite occasional suggestive Pikachu and Snorlax, hour and 32 minutes. “The Pink Panther” which appeared rushed toward the end. At humor and verbal insinuations that young spawned several sequels, a tel- also stars Kevin Kline, Beyonce Knowles, times the in-your-face comedic chain of children may not understand. No matter evision show, trading cards Jean Reno and Emily Mortimer. events overshadowed the storyline. what age, Martin’s performance will provide and even a breakfast cereal. The movie’s opening credits include an Martin’s performance was enjoyable and laugh out loud humor presented on the Though it seemed unlikely, animated sequence featuring the pink pan- carried the movie with what he does best. screen. Game Freak finally took a ther and a cartoon version of Clouseau with His facial expressions and quick timing Jaclyn Gonzales can be reached at jgon- break from its cash-cow series the familiar theme by Henry Mancini. became a believable part of the impromptu [email protected]. to create an entirely original Game Boy Advance game, “Drill Dozer.” Short movies bring up big questions “Drill Dozer” definitely has something in common Stephanie Duarte The events are planned to be between reality and fantasy and child who blindly accepts reli- with “Pokemon;” both games Arts Editor fun and convenient for every- how one’s imagination can and gion at a young age. have a vibrant art style which one’s schedules. will affect life. “Hollywood doesn’t always is initially a deterrent for most A lazy afternoon after Rochelle Lovelace, member The second film, “A Feeling produce films that challenge game players more than 12 Sunday’s church service provid- of the Pomona Fellowship Called Glory” was more comi- people to ask the big questions,” years old, yet also have simple ed the perfect setting for a series Church of the Brethren, came to cal than the first, but offered La Verne resident Janelle Flory yet addictive gameplay that of short films hosted by the La see how a different church han- ideas of spirituality, death and said. “There are so many per- will likely hook anybody open Verne Church of the Brethren dles young adult programs. young friendship. spectives out there and the more enough to try it out. for Young Adult Sunday. “I want to get to know more “Full Circle” displayed a I can learn, the deeper my con- However, that is where the “The goal is to get the group people and just hang out,” romance of two strangers in nection is to humanity as a similarities end. “Drill Dozer” together to talk,” said Ryan Lovelace said. Ireland. The plot was somewhat whole.” is actually a side-scrolling Harrison, who organized the She was also hoping to gath- typical. A girl works daily at a The films came from a col- platformer, akin to the “Wario movies for Young Adult Sunday. er ideas for her church to bolster lonely food shop and admires lection gathered by The Land” series. Unlike many “It’s all about communication. It their young adult program. the security guard across a busy Spiritual Cinema Circle. games in this genre, however, gives them the opportunity to The movies consisted of four street, which she described as a Harrison, a 1998 alumnus of “Drill Dozer” has an entirely talk about spiritual issues with- short films ranging from 10 to rushing river. ULV and member of the organi- intriguing gameplay gimmick out the framework of church.” 35 minutes. Each had its own She does not know that he is zation, has been gathering his that is actually fully utilized But before the big questions artistic flare and message. also secretly admiring her. After collection for a year now. throughout the game. could be tackled, the young The first, “In the Mirror in much anticipation which ends in He tries to pick movies that The gimmick is that every- adults, some in school and some the Sky” won the Mexican an accident for the girl, the two engage the viewer and usually thing in the game’s world married with degrees, dug into Academy Award for best short finally meet. One movie-watch- contain a character who the revolves around screws and provided pizza, snacks and film and was about a little boy er commented that the movie audience can identify with. The drills. The main character only casual introductions. trying to catch an airplane. really showed how fear wastes a theme usually touches on a spir- embarks on missions while “Julie tries to put on one of Though the film had no dia- lot of time. itual topic. inside a mechanized suit that these events every month—we logue, the 10-minute piece The final film, “Does God “It’s important to have an comes equipped with a giant usually do something—last sparked a bit of conversation. A Play Football” was a story of a open space in a church where drill, which is used to do month it was broom ball,” said variety of opinions were dis- boy growing up without a young adults can relate to peo- everything from destroying Janelle Krug, ULV alunmna. cussed such as the fine line father. His mom explained to ple their age,” Flory said. “This walls to taking the screws out him that God is the father of is the age when you’re disman- of opponent’s robotic suits, PAID ADVERTISEMENT everyone, and he therefore con- tling everything you’ve learned rendering them helpless. cludes that he must be like Jesus and trying to put it back togeth- ATTENTION ULV STUDENTS The drilling gameplay is if God is his father. The movie er in your own way.” very user-friendly. Besides poked fun at religion and its Stephanie Duarte can be walking, the only action that HONOR YOUR FAVORITE PROFESSOR ability to impact the life of a reached at [email protected]. players have to worry about is turning the drill left and right. Nominations Wanted by With action so simple, it is Friday, March 24, 2006 amazing how the game man- ages to be so challenging and FOR THE EXCELLENCE IN rewarding. TEACHING AWARDS 2005-06 Though some levels rely solely on the player’s ability These awards are presented to 4 faculty members to hop over pits and jump on each year in honor of their outstanding impact platforms, the game is best and involvement with undergraduate and when a puzzling roadblock is graduate students; their scholarly approach to thrown in. The puzzles’ solu- teaching and learning; their contributions to tions require using the charac- education at ULV, the community and 2335 D Street ter’s limited actions in pretty profession; as well as, the support for colleagues much every way imaginable. and current and former students. La Verne My only complaint with (909) 392-8653 the game is that the main story Please submit your nomination: a typed 1-page is surprisingly short. However, the real fun of the recommendation detailing the distinguishing LIVE MUSIC game comes after completing characteristics of a professor, to the Provost’s Sunday Nights the story. Some of the game’s Office, Founders Hall 214. 8-11 best levels are available for Bring your Student I.D purchase afterwards, and For further questions or assistance please contact replaying levels to find secrets Sara Lesniak at extension 4242. Receive 20% Discount Continued on page 12 SPORTS Page 10 Campus Times February 17, 2006 Women’s tennis starts season, 1-1 set. In particular, Chiaromonte Leopards had a chance to win her singles match if not for some misplaced shots and missed opportunities. shut out by Other singles players includ- ing Narjayan and Badkonbei, Regals who lost their matches despite taking their matches to three Galo Pesantes sets while Nitta and Nash lost Staff Writer their matches in two sets respec- tively. Starting their 2006 season on “In the second set, I could level ground, the women’s ten- have kept more balls in play nis team split their opening instead of going for the winners matches defeating Whittier on on every point,” Narjayan said. Feb. 10, 8-1, and falling to Cal “I could have gone for more Lutheran on Saturday, 9-0. high percentage shots and made Against Cal Lutheran, top more of a difference in the doubles team Jessica Baker and match.” Francesca Chiaromonte dis- All nine matches were played strong play throughout dropped by ULV and left the the games but ultimately fell 8- Leopards to fall back to 1-1 to 6 in the 1st doubles match. The begin the season. Head coach other two doubles teams headed Brian Harrison remained upbeat by Lindsey Nitta and Natasha and unfazed after the loss to Cal Badkoubei, in addition to the Lutheran at home. third doubles team led by Alisa “Overall, I think the team did Narjaryan and Christian Ortiz, well. We had very close match- played well but were unable to es throughout especially in the capitalize on many games los- first doubles match and in four ing both matches 8-0. of our singles matches,” “Cal Lu is a tough team. Harrison said. “Point opportuni- They have a solid doubles team ties were crucial and important and they showed that today,” throughout our matches today. junior captain Jessica Baker They came down to the wire said. “Franscesca and I played where the match could have well but we are a new doubles gone either way.” team. We have a lot to improve However, La Verne was able on in the next couple games to to begin the season on the right get better and where we want to foot as they visited and defeated be as team.” the Whittier Poets, 8-1, on Feb. Following the fallout during 10. Baker was instrumental the doubles matches, ULV was again in the win against not able to respond during the Whittier, winning both her sin- singles matches although play- gles sets, 6-1, and doubles ing many tiebreak points in match, 8-3. ULV won all three many matches. All six singles doubles matches as well as all players were unable to come out singles matches within two sets. victorious in their matches La Verne hopes to return to despite their hitting some key its winning ways competing shots against Cal Lutheran. against Redlands at 2 p.m. today Baker and Chiaromonte led the and against Claremont-Mudd- way again for the Leopards win- Scripp at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow at Nancy Dyleuth ning one set each in their singles home. Doubles team Jessica Baker and Francesca doubles match Saturday. Baker and Chiaromonte matches, but losing two other Galo Pesantes can be Chiaromonte rally against Michelle Sekyra and lose the games, 8-6. The women’s team starts the sets including one tiebreaker reached at [email protected]. Briana Smalling of Cal Lutheran in the final season with a 1-1 record. Basketball achieves success in new pavilion Darnell Gilbert Duran said. “The bad practice Kingsmen tried to rally back streak, the Leopards have found of the home basketball games Staff Writer carried over to the lack of inten- after turnovers by the Leopards, a way to spread the ball out and will be played there. The con- sity we had in the first half”. but senior Lanier Brown play tough defense. La Verne struction is still in its first phase With the opening of Frantz The Leopards made a com- stripped the ball away from Cal has four players averaging over and will continue. The Frantz Athletic Court the University of plete turn around in the second Lutheran’s Chris Jackson to 10 points a game, with Greenlee Athletic Court now holds 1,100 La Verne men’s basketball team, half with key three pointers by clinch the win. averaging 17.4 points per game. in seating capacity and includes led by Jason Greenlee, over- Greenlee, who led all scores “We really wanted to get this Greenlee was also voted to the a media deck. The renovation of came a halftime deficit, to battle the pavilion is part of the uni- back and defeat Cal Lutheran versity’s Campus Center 82-74 on Saturday. ‘The day before we had a terrible practice. The bad practice carried Project, which also includes the La Verne came into the game over to the lack of intensity we had in the first half.’ construction of the Sara and with a three game winning Michael Abraham Campus streak having defeated Whittier, —Gabe Duran, head coach Center and the Frank and Redlands and 12th rank Occi- Nadine Johnson Family Plaza. dental. La Verne continued its with 27 and finished perfect win for the seniors,” Marshall first team of the 2006 ESPN The La Verne looks to finish their hot streak by shutting down Cal from the free-throw line. said. “They got robbed this sea- Magazine Academic All-District season sweep over Caltech Lutheran’s Sergei Lepiashinski “At half time coach told us son out of a gym, so this win VIII College Division tomorrow in Pasadena at 7:30 in the second half. Lepiashinski we needed to pick up the level was really important to us.” Basketball Team. Unfortunately, p.m. The next home game is on sharp shooting put the Kings- of our play,” Greenlee said. After a horrible start to the team’s success was halted by Monday against Claremont, men up by 10 at halftime, hav- Senior guard Brandon Newte SCIAC play, the Leopards have Pomona-Pitzer, 81-70, on who they previously lost to in ing the Leopard crowd quiet and and junior transfer Tyrone found a way to bounce back to a Wednesday night. their last game, 70-58. in shock. Marshall had clutch three point- 5-4 record with intentions of Now that the Frantz Athletic Darnell Gilbert can be “The day before we had a ter- ers to help La Verne pull further finishing 10-4. Over the course Court, formerly known as the reached at flawlessgee@y- rible practice,” head coach Gabe away from the Kingsmen. The of their four game winning Supertents is open, the reminder hoo.com. Page 11 SPORTS February 17, 2006 Understanding an Olympian’s heart break away from the starting line and kiss be the most frightening emotion a person and Motown, rang loud and clear for a gold medal in joyful tears. can experience. Funny how these feelings every country’s entrance. The ceremony And this year’s winter games in do not seem to change whether you are felt like every year’s before it, just with NICOLE Torino, Italy are no different. Now, I am running a high school championship race an Italian twist. Perhaps, the producers of not a regular winter wonderland sports or waiting for the gun to fire in Torino. the ceremony knew America had one of KNIGHT fan, but when the Olympics return every Even the competitions some may not the largest audiences, so they appealed to two years I can adjust to love any sport. consider to be a real sport, I have found that crowd. Nonetheless, I hated to see From downhill skiing to figure skating, I interesting. Every year I watch, I am Italy, such a historically and culturally love to watch the competition and deter- amazed at what sport has been added to rich country, compromise to fit America’s nterlocking blue, yellow, black, green mination of every athlete. the Olympics already wide variety. For needs of entertainment. And for all I and red rings, a triumphant tune Watching an athlete at the starting line example, curling. Who would ever have know, NBC’s coverage made the ceremo- Ireleasing a competitive spirit, faces brings me back to my days of competition thought that sweeping a heavy granite ny seem that way, but still, it seems like from around the world and sports at their as a cross-country and track runner in rock across ice could be a sport? But, see- an area we could easily influence. all-time best means only one thing: the high school and at ULV. The overwhelm- ing the teamwork and dedication curling I look forward to another week of Olympic Games are back. ing nervousness, nausea, anticipation and athletes put forth makes me a believer. I intense competition and a good reason to Ever since the 1996 Summer Olympic fear of failure all mount in one moment. think it is simply fascinating how these turn on my television every day. Athletes Games in Atlanta, I have been captivated All the athlete can think about is the fate athletes became involved with such work their whole lives to get this chance by the competition, scandals, heartaches of what lies ahead. This moment will unique sports. Hockey and skiing I can and every country awaits the pride in and victories of the climax of all sports. make or break the obstacle they have pro- easily understand, but how does one dis- bringing home medals of success. The Olympics are one of the few world gressed to with relentless work and dedi- cover curling? Watching this pivotal experience in an events where every country can peaceful- cation. These thoughts are incredibly evi- However, one aspect of the games I athlete’s life is what makes the Olympics ly coincide. Each country seems to have a dent in the eyes of a waiting athlete. have found discouraging this year was different from any other sporting event. mutual respect for their competition’s tal- Seeing their expression makes me wish I the Americanization of the opening cere- Nicole Knight, a junior journalism ent and heart. Whenever I hear NBC’s was one of them, and at the same time monies. As athletes marched into the major, is managing editor of the Campus theme for their coverage of the games, glad that I am not. The fear builds charac- Italian stadium, American songs, such as Times. She can be reached by e-mail at the competitor inside me just wants to ter and feeds the will to succeed but can familiar tunes from the Village People [email protected]. New faces, great record drive 2006 season La Verne stayed true to its three- Berry, who all have played ball club. didn’t play the greatest game in Baseball peat Southern California through La Verne’s back to back Last season, La Verne domi- the world, but we came Intercollegiate Athletic SCIAC championships. nated in league play, earning the through.” gears up Conference championship aspi- Also, several key junior team its second consecutive Despite what their record rations. returnees, like outfielder Danny SCIAC title. might imply, Winterburn and his “It’s a reflection of what your Bonilla and pitcher Matt Young, La Verne’s NCAA champi- team are not discouraged. for success team did the year before,” said bring several assets to the team. onship hopes were cut short “We try to play the toughest head coach Scott Winterburn. With many new faces grac- after two losses to Texas schedule,” Winterburn said. “Truthfully, we don’t think ing the field, La Verne finds Lutheran and fourth ranked “We’re trying to utilize our non- Jonathan Smith much about it once the ball is itself lacking the experience that powerhouse Chapman. conference games to get ready Staff Writer dropped.” was evident in the previous two La Verne opened up their for SCIAC.” La Verne’s ranking comes in seasons. 2006 seasons 1-3, with two loss- They head to Arizona Feb. 16 Before the start of the 2006 the wake of their complete dom- “We’re young, fairly talent- es to NAIA powerhouse Biola to compete in the Division III baseball season, the University inance of the SCIAC league the ed, but young,” Winterburn and Cal Baptist and a close win Desert Classic against Whit- of La Verne baseball team found previous two seasons. said. over Concordia, prevailing 7-6. worth. itself in familiar territory: on “It’s a testament to the guys Several new faces will hit the “It was a rough start,” junior Jonathan Smith can be top. we had last year,” senior first mound this season. outfielder Ray Kaptur said. “We reached at [email protected]. After ending last season with basemen Jon Marty said. Sophomore pitchers Ryan a record of 31-13, La Verne La Verne brings back a hand- Rose and Jimmy Wilfong, along began the season ranked 10th in ful of experienced seniors, with freshman pitcher Richard ELS... a NCAA Division III poll. including Marty, infielder Jason Johnson are looking to con- Continued from page 3 Even with the high ranking, Jarvis and outfielder Lucas tribute a great deal to this young ULV to hold the sessions. Leo’s tional student floor. Having Hall is the current home for the experienced the program ELS students. offered at ULV she does not “We have organized activi- want to go home just yet, ties with ULV undergrads also,” although her stay is over in just Adams said. two weeks. She says the stu- There are many events dents at ULV are welcoming marked on their calendar. and helpful. Upcoming events include ELS students are not ULV “Mama Mia Musical” on Feb. students, however, the program 18 and a trip to San Francisco. is allowed to utilize ULV These events are planned to accommodations for their stu- help reduce the stress on stu- dents. dents who travel abroad. ELS hopes to prepare these “It’s hard because I’m alone students to enter programs like and my family is in Brazil. It’s ULV undergraduate studies. As difficult to adapt,” said Kenia of right now, ELS has had two Pinto, an ELS student since transfers to ULV. August. Rick Montanez can be Pinto lives in the Oaks reached at phidelt139@hot- Residence Hall on the interna- mail.com. Sail Away... Continued from page 6 Greek Life it’s the only opportu- Formal can be enjoyed by all. nity to dress up.” “It’s better with your friends, ULV students are free to you have more fun,” ULV sen- invite guests. Staff and faculty ior Gwen Franco said. are also welcome. A DJ is And if you’re planning to fly scheduled to play a wide range solo, follow Lun’s advice. of music, so keep an eye out for “If you can’t get a date, go your favorite professors strut- looking hot, and everyone will ting their stuff on the dance wish they went with you.” floor. Rhian Morgan can be Before you singletons run for reached at rhian.morgan@- the hills, fear not—the Winter blueyonder.co.uk. Page 12 SPORTS February 17, 2006 Regals spring on Leopards, 74-66 Kevin Davies was the first to point out the tal- Staff Writer ents of Stroot after her team’s tough loss. The University of La Verne “She is an outstanding player women’s basketball team (8-12) and stopping her was definitely came out firing on all cylinders a large part of our game plan,” Saturday night in its home open- Kline said. “I’m very proud of er at the newly renovated Frantz our efforts on her in the first Athletic Center against the half, but we need to be able to highly touted and conference play 40 minutes of basketball to leading Cal Lutheran Regals compete with a team the caliber (16-5). of Cal Lutheran.” The Leopards were inspired There were still many bright by the stellar play of senior star moments for the Leopards in the Stephanie Foster and the sup- loss, including Foster’s 28- port of a rowdy student body point, 10-rebound performance cheering for an upset, but ulti- that was highlighted by accurate mately fell victim to the Regals, perimeter jump shots and high- 74-66. light reel moves to the basket on The Leopard’s raced to an what can easily be categorized early 10 point lead and main- as a career night for the star tained it throughout the first playing in her final home open- half. er. The Leopard’s first half suc- “I wanted to go out with a cess was a credit to sharp shoot- bang and get a win seeing as ing and the containment of how this is the first game I’ve Lauren Stroot, Cal Lutheran’s gotten to play at home in my all-time leading scorer and the final season,” Foster said. “We conference leader at 22.2 points got the jitters out and if we play Kourtney Brumfield per game. hard, we’ll close out the season Sophomore Lindsay Shiomi dribbles to the bas- Shim last Saturday. The Cal Lutheran Regals A poor second half plagued with a winning record.” ket, loosely defended by Cal Lutheran’s Tiffany defeated the Leopards, 74 - 66. the Leopards for the second The Leopards were also time this week, as their plan of paced by the stellar play of three shine. avenging an emotional early talented sophomore guards – “Cal Lutheran is definitely ‘Dozer’... Picking... season loss slipped away in the Lindsay Shiomi with 11 points, beatable,” said Jones. “We have Continued from page 9 opening minutes of the half. Erica Williams with seven already proven that twice this Continued from page 1 The Regals came out of the points, Marissa Raya with seven season and I look forward to is just as much fun as playing Upland, who is married to locker room possessed in the points and six rebounds – as that challenge in the future.” the game for the first time. Heritage Foundation Vice second half, outscoring La well as the clutch play of a On Monday La Verne trav- “Drill Dozer” is definitely a President Willard Upland, is Verne, 23-6, early on en route to steadily improving freshman in eled to Life Pacific where they fun little game. It will not one of the foundation’s 34 vol- a 74-66 come-from-behind vic- Trenecca Jones, who finished triumphed 82-33. impact the gaming community unteers whose efforts help to tory that was set in motion by with seven points and five ULV will return to home in the same manner as raise money for the preserva- high pressure defense and the rebounds in the contest. action Thursday at 7:30 p.m. “Pokemon,” but it is sure to col- tion of La Verne’s rich past. emergence of Stroot, who fin- The future of women’s hoops against Pomona-Pitzer at the lect a cult following. All proceeds from Heritage ished with a team high 16 at ULV looks bright with four Frantz Athletic Center. Score: 8.5/10 Foundation fundraisers go points. potential stars waiting in the Kevin Davies can be reached Matthew Loriso can be toward projects that focus on ULV head coach Julie Kline wings for their opportunity to at [email protected]. reached at [email protected]. the preservation of La Verne’s history. Picking oranges beside the life-long residents were Softball takes out East Bay curious new residents like Lena and Albert Sauri, who saw the orchard advertised in the paper. “We have a small orange tree in our backyard but we thought we would see what the rest looked like,” Albert Sauri said. “I didn’t know there were so many trees here, I thought there were just a couple.” The orchard is home to an estimated 100 trees that include Navel and Valencia orange, grapefruit and one lemon tree. The Spring Squeeze is the next fundraiser planned for the orange orchard, which will begin on March 7 and continue until March 17. Kids from local schools are invited to pick and squeeze the Valencia oranges, which are used for juicing. Once the juice is made, the chil- dren will plant the seeds from their oranges and learn about the cycle of a plant. For many, leaving the orchard was the hardest part of the day. The unmistakable smell of the oranges leaves with each person as they carried their bags of orange fruit home. The old tractors rest in the orchard after years of hard work, and reality sets in that life is busy and doesn’t always smell as sweet Lindsey Gooding Shortstop Jessica DeGiacomo tags out Stephanie Chu of Cal State University of La Verne’s softball team went on to win both games, as the oranges. East Bay caught in a pickle between second and third base. The 12-11 and 16-2. Angie Gangi can be reached at [email protected].