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OREGON STATE WEDNESDAY UNIVERSITY MAY 20, 2015 CORVALLIS, OREGON 97331 The Daily Barometer VOL. CXVII, NO. 141 DAILYBAROMETER.COM • 541-737-2231 DAILYBAROMETER @DAILYBARO, @BAROSPORTS Measure on GMOs to fail THE DAILY BAROMETER The preliminary results are in. As of May 19 at 8:44 p.m., the counted ballots for Measure 2-89 show 73.13 percent no-votes to 26.87 percent yes-votes—or 5,487 votes in favor to 14,930 opposed. COURtnee’ Morin | THE DAILY BAROMETER Measure 2-89’s legislation concerns Breanna Bannan, a senior in economics, James Knudsen, a sophomore double majoring in industrial and mechanical engineering and Jesse Hanson, the use of genetically modified organ- a sophomore in physics and computer science, all members of the ASOSU judicial council, oversee the hearing Tuesday evening in the SEC. isms within Benton County. If passed, the bill would establish a Food Bill of Rights for local residents while also enacting a ban that would make it “unlawful for any corporation or governmental entity to engage in the use of genetically engineered Student fee process under review organisms,” according to the measure. But the measure did not have a n Open meeting held Tuesday The hearing aimed to allow stu- ture of the current process in funded units at OSU clause exempting GMOs used in dents to voice their opinions on the which ASOSU proposes incidental and provide a more research. Many Oregon State research- night to discuss ASOSU, newly proposed process for ASOSU’s fee recommendations in order to discussion based ers were concerned their projects SIFC structure, relationship incidental fee recommendations, comply with recent Oregon state approach, open to would become unlawful should 2-89 though little notice was given to stu- laws. the voices of stu- be ratified, while proponents insisted By Courtnee’ Morin dents outside of the ASOSU governing A Fee Recommendation dents and staff. the measure would not affect the THE DAILY BAROMETER branches. Oregon public meet- Committee was created to review The hearing university. ing laws require that the existing ASOSU incidental fee was overseen Steve Clark, vice president of uni- Key members within Oregon State at least 48 hours’ recommendation process. The by three mem- versity relations and marketing, said University’s fees committees and stu- notice is given to review committee met weekly and bers of the the preliminary outcome indicated “a dent government continue to debate the general pub- the future of currently independent put together a recommendation ASOSU Judicial solid defeat of the measure.” lic, in addition to report Council: James student fee processes. “It provides a sense of certainty media outlets. that pro- Knudsen, a In February, Updates to Oregon leg- regarding the research that is being Less than poses a sophomore islature spurred Associated Students conducted at Oregon State University 15 people were new pro- majoring of Oregon State University present at the in indus- utilizing genetically engineered organ- President Taylor Sarman to cess through hearing. VICTORIA trial and isms that we believe is essential,” start of a review of ASOSU’s which Sarman, REDMAN mechani- Clark said. current incidental fee recom- ASOSU can a senior in COURtnee’ Morin | THE DAILY BAROMETER cal engineer- Professor Joe Beckman, who has mendation system. recommend political sci- fees and ing, Breanna Bannan, been working toward a cure for ALS This process led to an ence, wishes budgets. a senior in economics and Jesse disease at OSU for 20 years, said he open hearing on the eve- felt “incredibly grateful” his current to change the The SIFC works as an advisory Hanson, a sophomore in physics and ning of Tuesday, May 19 struc- computer science. projects will be able to continue. in the Student Experience committee to ASOSU, and is inde- Opening statements were made The final tally will have been com- Center. The hearing aimed pendent of the legislative and by Sarman and Victoria Redman, pleted by the morning of Wednesday, for an open conversation judicial branches of ASOSU. a senior in political science and May 20. Results can be found at on the topic of where the The ASOSU Fee Review Memorial Union president. Benton County’s official webpage. Student and Incidental Fees Committee hopes that their rec- Redman explained that the Review Committee lies in relation to PRISCILLA MACY ommendation would decrease the The Daily Barometer the other branches of ASOSU. COURtnee’ Morin | THE DAILY BAROMETER competition between student-fee See SIFC | page 4 [email protected] Greek Week Barbecue receives outstanding turnout n Greek Week continues with other assorted picnic food offered Many students said that they want- there, the event also boasted a Roxy ed to support and show how Greek Greek Row barbecue, Dawgs stand and other fun activities, life was important for the many stu- more events to follow such as firefighter rescue training and dents who participate here at Oregon a dunk tank where volunteers happily State University. This was true for By Calvy Yue sat as participants threw balls to dunk members such as freshman Hayden THE DAILY BAROMETER them in the pool of water. Bailey, a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon who is majoring in business. The streets along Northwest 26th Members who paid for tickets “It allows you to become close with Street were packed on Tuesday eve- received a stamp card, which students people like you and opens up your ning as students of Greek life and could use to enter for a prize drawing social life even more,” Bailey said. various university administrators when all eight boxes were filled. Cailin Palumbo, a junior in man- arrived to enjoy the Greek Week Emily McDonald, a senior majoring agement and entrepreneurship, as Barbecue. in speech communication, praised well as one of the Greek Week chairs The event is part of a number of the use of the stamp cards. who was responsible for organizing scheduled gatherings throughout “They are a good way to get every- the event, said that the barbecue the week dedicated to celebrate the one in Greek life involved,” McDonald received much better reception than existence of the many fraternities and said. previous years and nearly doubled sororities on campus. The members She also expressed how much she in student attendance compared to of Greek life are awarded points for liked attending the event. last year. their participation in these gatherings “Being a new sorority, (the event) “This is more than I ever expected,” in order to generate a little friendly TRACY PACANA | THE DAILY BAROMETER helps us get to know everyone else Palumbo said. competition between houses. in a fun way,” added McDonald, a Greek life students lined up for Roxy Dawgs, who catered the Greek Week Other than the grilled hot dogs and member of Alpha Omicron Pi. See GREEK | page 2 barbecue event Tuesday afternoon along NW 26th street. The fate of decommissioned Men’s rowing heads Dr. Sex on when to have conversations law enforcement vehicles to nationals on past partner history News, page 2 Sports, page 6 Forum, page 7 2•Wednesday, May 20, 2015 [email protected] • 541-737-2231 Calendar Wednesday, May 20 Meetings ASOSU House of Representatives, 7pm, SEC 254. House meeting. College Republicans, 7pm, Gilkey 113. Join the College Republicans for friendly conversation on current events and politics. Events Craft Center, 1-3pm, Craft Center, Student Experience Center Basement Level. Watercolor Wellness. Supplies provided. ASOSU Student Legal Services, 2-3pm, SEC 354. Ready to sign a new lease for next year? Questions about May 16 your rights as a renter? Learn about common renting legal issues and tips Loud party from an experienced attorney. A Corvallis police officer responded to a call of a loud Friday, May 22 party, according to the log. The party’s host was cited for Meetings unlawful amplified sound and a first response Special Student Organization Resource for Response Notice. Community Engagement (SORCE), 2-4pm, SEC 354. Hit and run Events Minorities in Agriculture, Natural A Corvallis police officer responded to a report of a hit Resources & Related Sciences and run. The caller and her boyfriend reportedly believed ABIGAIL ERICKSON | THE DAILY BAROMETER (MANNRRS), all day, MU Ballroom and other MU rooms. Mi Familia the caller’s vehicle was struck by another vehicle they found Police vehicles from various departments in Corvallis park outside the Corvallis Police at a nearby corner. The incident reportedly happened at Weekend. Free event for families who Department building Tuesday afternoon. study at OSU. Our mission is to make the boyfriend’s residence while the vehicle was parked. The OSU accessible to families from Span- officer was unable to find damage on the suspected vehicle ish-speaking nations by serving more and the owner could not be located, according to the log. than 300 family members yearly. Broken door A man allegedly broke a building door after being told to Monday, May 25 leave for sleeping inside the building by the staff. The man Police cars continue lives on the road MEMORIAL DAY reportedly said that he was angry for being told to leave for n Decommissioned police ing them over to third-party interested in trades either.” Tuesday, May 26 sleeping when he wasn’t sleeping, and that he did shove sellers is overall quite simi- the door in anger, but did not mean to damage it. The man BCSO has a contract with Meetings cars processed for civilian lar for both CPD and BCSO, Oregon State University’s sur- saw it was broken and took responsibility for the damage, but these processes do differ ASOSU Senate, 7pm, MU Journey according to the log.