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One copy per person of each edition is Vol. 34, No. 4 www.csub.edu/runner FREE free. Additional copies 50 cents each. October 15, 2008 Students honored at the Dr. Proposition 8 proves to be a sensitive topic Ernest W. Williams Jr. By Perla Madrid Scholarship Fund Awards Dinner Staff Writer By Celia Kelly Tension was in the air last Staff Writer Thursday night in Cal State Bakersfield’s Multipurpose Many prominent community individuals, CSUB fac- Room, which was at its max- ulty and students convened on Saturday night to imum capacity due to a fiery acknowledge this year’s recipients of the Dr. Ernest W. and emotional debate on Williams Jr. scholarship. The scholarship awarded Proposition 8. Multitudes of $25,000 worth students and community of scholarships members entirely congested to noteworthy all entrances into the facility, CSUB students. while many others stood In 1986, the along the wall or took a seat Dr. Ernest W. on the room’s tile floor. Proposition 8 seeks to Williams Jr. amend the California Scholarship Constitution to state that Fund was only marriage between a established by man and a woman is valid or concerned Perla Madrid/The Runner recognized in California, and There was a packed house watching the heated Prop 8 debate. CSUB faculty will appear in California’s and staff to November 2008 ballot. marriage would never be union of one man, one CSUB psychology professor assist African Panelists included Marylee enough. woman, a husband and a Dr. Duran who stated she was a straight woman, mar- American and Shrider and Ken Mettler Shrider concluded her argu- wife ... how do I tell God ried to a man and an oppo- other students defending traditional mar- ment by saying, “Man and he’s wrong?” Shrider’s marriage are creations of question was followed by nent of the proposition. achieve a riage, and Dr. Anne Duran Duran argued, “if marriage is and Whitney Weddell God, some of us know that, sudden laughter that quickly dream they may for procreation, then what defending same-sex couples’ with our hearts and minds filled the room. not otherwise we really should do, logical- right to marry. and souls, some of us know it As the night progressed, attain without ly, is test people’s fertility Columnist, Shrider, referred innately, which is why his issues of artificial insemina- financial assis- when they get their marriage to the legislative attempt as creation, his approval and his tion, the definition of mar- tance. In 1988, certificate.” an “If you give a mouse a affirmation is now so desper- riage and religious persecu- the first schol- Kern High school District cookie,” proposition, and ately sought. Through his tion arose. arship was trustee, Mettler, said it was stated that simply redefining word, God makes it clear his Opposing Proposition 8 was awarded to design for marriage, its the [Continued on Page 2] Jesse Beed and Leticia Martin Isaiah Morfin blows audience away CSUB in the amount By Oscar what they have of $250. Now, Lozoya witnessed and awarded 20 years later, Staff Writer heard tonight. each recipient Claps and cheers $10.4 million of the award The young man then erupt as the received starts to play, it’s confident per- grant for Celia Kelly/The Runner $1,000, an as if he has trans- former morphs Dr. Jackson speaking at the Dr. amount that is formed into back to a humble child health Ernest W. Williams Jr. Scholarship matched by another person. young man, Fund Awards Dinner. President The reverbera- walking off stage study Mitchell’s tion coming from his shirt once By Nicole Schorr President Scholarship Matching Fund, to total each his saxophone again begins to Staff Writer individual receiving a $2,000 award. silences the drown his body. “Over the course of the 22 years we have awarded mixed age This was the Cal State Bakersfield had an exciting start to the new somewhere between $240,000 and $245,000,” said Mr. crowd. When he scene as Isaiah school year. In August they Charles Craig, a long time committee member of the stops playing, his Morfin closed photo courtesy of bakersfield.com were awarded a $10.4 mil- scholarship fund. shirt drowns his Isaiah Morfin playing his saxophone. his last set at the slender body, but CSUB Jazz lion grant for a national As those who are receiving the scholarship are an when he starts, he is filled heads, penetrating deeper Coffeehouse event Saturday child health study. CSUB important part of this project so is that who gives the with so much confidence his and deeper with every note. night. These venues are put will be partnering with scholarship its namesake. Dr. Ernest W. Williams Jr. shirt looks as if it was cus- The boy finishes his set and on twice a quarter by the University of California, was born on July 17, 1912 in Thomasville, Georgia. He tom tailored. Tears escape the crowd is in awe. They CSUB music department pri- Berkeley, University of attended Meharry Medical College and earned a medical from faces in the audience as are hesitant to clap, knowing marily to showcase local tal- California, Irvine, and degree in 1941. In 1945 Dr. Williams arrived with his memories rekindled from the that just a simple applause ent. The proceeds from this University of Chicago’s [Continued on Page 5] song pass through their would not truly compliment [Continued on Page 4] National Opinion Research Center. The grant is a giant step for Economic crisis trickles down to CSUB students CSUB, a step they have been By Hillary Haenes waiting to take for more than Staff Writer a year. The partnership began For the last 60 years we have been the when CSUB President largest and leading economy in the Horace Mitchell was con- world, but after this economic crisis is tacted about the study by a over, the status of the United States in former colleague, Jim the world financial system may change, Swanson, who is the princi- according to Professor of Economics pal investigator of the study. and Department Chair, Dr. Don Without any hesitation, Oswald. President Mitchell agreed. “I think one or both of these two pres- “There was no question that idential candidates should look the pub- we wanted to contribute to photo courtesy of proelite.com lic in the eye and tell them, given these the effort,” said President Mitchell at a national news Inside the Runner circumstances, there is no way I can give you the things I am promising you. conference. Kimbo Slice loses big! There is going to be no money. I don’t The first step was given to Read all about it, Page 8 see how McCain can cut taxes or how Interim Assistant Vice Obama can get universal health care,” President of Grants and Graph courtesy of Mark Martinez Volkslauf said Dr. Oswald. Research, Dr. Bob Horton. America’s national debt in trillions of dollars from 1970 to 2008 Read about the dirtiest annual Since the late 1970s and early 1980s, He joined the CSUB less event in Bakersfield. Page 4 the U.S. economy has experienced its Congress and the Federal Reserve. rules. You say one piece of candy a day than a year ago and the first ups and downs - known as the business “Regulation is not the enemy of the and if there is not enough, you’ve got to item on his to-do-list was to Sports cycle. Some of the factors that set the market. Regulation helps markets work share it,” explained Political Science make the grant proposal hap- Read about Kimbo Slice and stage for the down spiral of our econo- ... It is like if you threw candy out to a Professor Dr. Mark Martinez. pen. After a failed attempt, the Fall BBQ. Page 6 my were: deregulation, a culture of debt pile of kids and said, ‘have at it.’ You Deregulation really took off after 1982 Horton and his team had to and a combination of mistakes made by can’t do that. You have got to have [Continued on Page 5] [Continued on Page 2]

2 News October 15, 2008 THE RUNNER CSUB awarded Volume XXXIV, Issue 4 The Runner California State University, Bakersfield $10.4 million grant 9001 Stockdale Hwy. Bakersfield, California 93311-1099 Telephone 661.654.2165 Fax 661.654.6905 for Child Health E-mail [email protected] editorialstaff Studies EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Phillip Barnett [cont. from Page1] County. The researchers will [email protected] randomly monitor the chil- MANAGING EDITOR Juan Torres go back to the drawing board dren from before birth until [email protected] and rework the grant propos- they are 21. The key focus in Perla Madrid/Runner al. In April of this year, the the study is to take the data Audience members line up to ask questions of the panelists. NEWS EDITOR Ellen Piris second draft, of 500 pages and develop treatments and [email protected] was sent in and just four prevent techniques to health ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Debate on Prop. 8 months later they were noti- issues. Ashley Sizemore [cont. from Page 1] they don’t agree with. with her mind made fied that they had received The impact this will have on [email protected] This is about civil mar- up, and when asked if the grant. the community and the cam- The National Children’s pus is immense. It’s a big FEATURES EDITOR Emily Shapiro as simple “as ABC: A riage ... if you don’t her position had shift- [email protected] is activist judges, B is believe that alcohol is ed since the debate, she Study is the largest study, role that was never doubted. benefits and C is chil- good for your faith said, “No, I still firmly with 100,000 participants, to “CSUB is ready to take on ONLINE EDITORNathan Campbell dren”. Mettler said that then don’t drink, and if believe what I believe, be conducted on the efforts any role as long as we have [email protected] the main reason why you don’t believe that and I will until the day of environmental and genetic the disciplines on campus B ROADCAST NEWS EDITOR the debate was taking gay marriage is right, I die.” Nation com- factors. that are the subject of the Amanda Galindo place was because of than don’t have one.” mented on the atmos- The study comes as a big research. There’s never any [email protected] “activist judges” that Excitement spread phere of the debate, advantage to residents in doubt that we are ready. The decided they would throughout the saying “Oh my gosh, Kern County. question is simply the matter ADVISER John Emig “We’re going to be keeping of making sure we have the [email protected] use their personal Multipurpose Room as so much tension, I judgment, overturn audience members appreciate the com- track of the health of the right environment for suc- newsroomstaff Prop 22, and make law, approached the pan- ment made [by an children in Kern County. So cess,” said Dr. Julio Blanco, Danica Asbridge, Najiyah Baith, Korisha instead of interpret it. elists with questions. audience member] that if there is anything going on dean of Natural Science and Hamblet, Hillary Haenes, Celia Kelly, Jena Lopez, in Kern County that is out of Mathematics. Oscar Lozoya, Perla Madrid, Bryson Paul, Mettler emphasized The majority of the the behavior here is Michelle Ramos, Lavina Sfetcu, Joseph White to the crowd that vot- questions were direct- absolutely childlike, the ordinary we might be Dr. Blanco will oversee the ABOUT able to spot it, treat it and project to ensure that things The Runner is a laboratory newspaper published ing against Prop 8 ed at Mettler and I’m respectful, I listen weekly, in conjunction with the Department of would have great rami- Shrider, concerning to both sides ... these identify causes,” said Dr. are on track. His next step is Communications at California State University, fications beyond mar- their faith, while only people are passionate Horton. to hire new faculty for the Bakersfield. The Runner believes all advertising riage, causing one question was made but I wish they could While the study is benefi- study, they will also be to be correct but cannot guarantee its accuracy or California textbooks to by an undecided voter, mature a little bit and cial to the community, it is adding offices to Science be responsible for its outcome. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR be changed and pastors who expressed her dis- listen.” just as valuable to the nurs- Building I for the project and Letters to the Editor are encouraged; however, negating same-sex appointment toward As the debate drew to ing students at CSUB. by 2011 they hope to have all they must be signed and verified to be considered couples the right to the defending panelists an end, the questions Students enrolled in the nurs- 1,000 participants. for publication and should be no more than 300 marry in their chapel for Yes on Prop 8. for the panelists didn’t. ing program will have the The big question remains, words in length. All letters may be edited for clar- opportunity to get hands-on will this be the last large ity and length. could consequently, be Cal State communica- Weddell reminded the DISCLAIMERS sued. tion student, Ashley crowd that although on experience in learning about study for CSUB. The answer Views and opinions expressed in the Runner are Weddell, a Kern coun- Nation, came to the opposing sides, the public health. Peggy Leapley is simple: No. Both Dr. not necessarily those of the editors, staff or the ty teacher and gay debate for a business effort made by both will lead the team as the Horton and Dr. Blanco agree Department of Communications. Each quarter’s rights activist said, class, “I’m here for sides to discuss an local principal investigator. that Cal State Bakersfield is student staff determines content/advertising choices, with advice only from the adviser. “the Supreme Court school but I also came issue both sides dif- Out of the 100,000 partici- and will always be looking to Writing, editing and photo/story selection are all rule talked about civil here to educate myself fered in, should be cel- pants 1,000 will be from take part in any ground- made by student editors. marriage and specifi- on the Prop because I ebrated in future gen- Kern County. The partici- breaking research. The staff of the Runner reserves the right to cally excludes church- believe in it and I want erations. pants will be on a volunteer refuse or omit any advertising or material which es...from having to go to vote on it.” Nation basis and will be chosen advocates illegal activity, which many be through marriages that came to the debate from all areas of Kern considered libelous, irresponsible or tasteless. The Runner does not accept inserts or tobacco-related advertising. COPYRIGHT ASI conducts weekly meeting Copyright belongs to the Department of Communications at California State University, By Danica Asbridge a student named Chris (last name not Next, the board approved the funding for Bakersfield. Staff Writer announced), who was applying for the Vice the Community Service Week, which will President position. He faced several very bring organizations to campus to give infor- The Associated Students, inc. (ASi) board tough questions from the entire board. It was mation about community service. held its weekly meeting on Friday after- obvious that anyone wanting to be in the Lastly, an appeal on a previous decision was noon. The board gathered as usual to prepare important organization has to match up to the brought forth from the sorority Gamma Phi events for the upcoming weeks and make qualifications and expectations that are held Beta. The sorority had asked for help funding some important decisions concerning Cal for every member. a recruitment event for the two sororities on RunnerO is The Runner’s online magazine, featuring videos from around campus and around town produced by Runner State Bakersfield students. One question posed by an inquisitive mem- campus and was denied. staff members. The Leadership Development Center room ber was, “CSUB is considered by many a Ortiz explained the reasoning for this deci- Check out RunnerO at www.csub.edu/runner and click on the RunnerO link. 401 was filled with students dressed in for- ‘last resort’ school - how would you help sion. mal, business-like, attire. They bustled with change this?” “If we give funding for one club’s recruit- talk until the president, Carlos Ortiz, called Another question was, “If you could name ment, it would set it up that we have to give Are you a talented writer? attention to the front of the room at 3:59 p.m. three characteristics about yourself that funding to every club, which we can’t do,” First off, he asked all members to notice would explain your leadership skills, what he said. Do you want to showcase several hand-written paper signs that had would they be?” Emily Robb, vice president of Psi Gamma fabulous news writing and been posted. Names of several clubs and The board then discussed and deliberated Beta, was in attendance as a representative. photography? organizations were listed and had lines for on whether or not they wanted Chris to “These sororities include very excellent members to sign up. receive the position. ASi has yet to make an women who work very hard. It’s difficult Carlos said, “These are campus committees announcement on the new Vice President. when we come to ASi for support and we are JOIN that ask for ASi representation.” The next item on the agenda included a denied... Funding has been denied for this THE RUNNER As soon as that announcement was made, reminder to all the members about the orga- event before in the past,” said Robb. Comm 214 or Comm 414 the official meeting was called to order. nization’s current Voter Registration Drive. The board again discussed and deliberated, The best news source With any organization’s meetings, several Ortiz urged people to encourage their fel- but failed to announce a decision, stating that events took place very quickly. These includ- low students to register to vote, if they are further research into rules about appeals on campus ed roll call of the members and introductions not already registered. “This is the biggest would have to be made. from non-members. event for ASi the entire year. Students who Ending rituals - announcements and reports A few motions were carried out and finally are registered can have their voice heard for - were given. And the meeting came to a new business began. student issues like tuition fees and financial close at 5:01 p.m. The first new business was an interview of aid.” RUNNER ON THE STREET By Ashley Sizemore, Entertainment Editor

This Week, The Runner asked, “What question would you to see asked on Runner on the Street?” Ashley Riggs, Diana Melgar, Mariela Zubiaga, Yolanda Raya, Freshman, Sophomore, Freshman, Senior, Mathematics Psychology Engineering Criminal Justice

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October 15, 2008 Features 3 Danish student calls CSUB home CSUB alumnus finds success By Emily Shapiro travel to San Francisco and “In Denmark we don’t have By Najiyah Mexico and Features Editor Los Angeles,” said Madsen. Halloween or Baith worked on a The comparisons of being a Thanksgiving,”said Madsen. Staff Writer congressional CSUB is a cornucopia of student here, versus being a One goal he has is to see race. However, student diversity. Many stu- student in Denmark, are our infamous governor in Janalynn after her candi- dents hail from Bakersfield, enormous. action, “I really want to see Castillo, 25, date lost, while others are from differ- Some of these differences Arnold; he is an internal joke CSUB Alumnus/ Castillo came ent areas of California. include tests and class sched- at home,” said Madsen. Bachelor’s degree back to However, unless a As a stu- in Political California and student lives in the dent and a Science was first residence halls, he visitor time a liberal study was hired on by or she might not is the one major and says Planned know about the thing that she, “acci- Parenthood international com- Madsen dentally fell in Mar Monte munity. Every year would like to love with political Bakersfield as a number of stu- have more science.” While there, Public dents–through dif- of. He working a voter Affairs ferent programs– knows that a registration job to Director/ Grass come to call CSUB few months pay the rent, she Roots home. is not learned that she Coordinator. loved helping One such student enough time This job allows people and hear- is Kasper Madsen, to go around her to work on ing their needs (no he’s not related and see all many cam- to Casper). the places in and concerns. She paigns that Kasper Madsen, a California then knew that involve tall student, is from that he she wanted to be Planned Kolding, Denmark. would like. a part of making Kolding–according However, voices matter. So, Parenthood to Madse, is in the “I think I am Castillo then issues and con- southern part of going to immediately cerns. She is Denmark. Madsen manage it,” switched her currently work- Emily Shapiro/The Runner major from liber- ing on the attended the Danish student Kasper Madsen. said University of Madsen. al studies to polit- Proposition 4 Southern Denmark, where uling. Besides tests, and teachers ical science. Najiyah Baith/The Runner campaign and he studied International “Here you can choose the Madsen has found a few During her 5 CSUB Alumnus, Janalynn Castillo. makes great Business, Communication classes you want. In other things about CSUB years at CSUB you need one.” Castillo strides for the and Information Technology. Denmark all the classes–for that he really likes. she was able to intern True to form Castillo fol- campaign. Although CSUB does not three years–are laid out and “I like the campus, and the through a DC political con- lowed that motto and took a Castillo said, “that she is have his exact program, are taken with the same International Student sulting firm by the name of doing what she loves and Madsen is taking classes in group of people. The tests at Coordinators are really great Fieldworks and helped with break for 6 months to explore Costa Rica and that is the key to success for Management, Business home are also very different. and helpful,” said Madsen. organizing the John Edwards her.” When asked about Administration and In Denmark there are no One aspect that Madsen Europe. Taking a break campaign in Las Vegas. Two what’s next, she replied, “I Communications. multiple choice tests, we really enjoys is the residence helped to get her motivated of Castillo’s personals mot- am going to apply to UC Madsen came to CSUB on either write huge papers, or halls. to finish Cal State. She came tos that have helped her suc- Irvine’s first law school pro- a scholarship given by his have oral exams,” said According to Madsen, in cess after graduating at back to CSUB after much home university. Madsen. Denmark he lives in his own needed R & R and hasn’t gram in fall of 2009. She has CSUB are: no aspirations of slowing “In Denmark we have According to Madsen oral apartment, but here is a dif- “Don’t be afraid to make slowed down yet. After grad- semester systems. The fifth exams are tests that are given ferent story, down at this point. Castillo is lots of mistakes” and “Don’t uating in spring of 2007 she semester is called the to a student, on a certain day, “I find experiencing the simply on a roll! be afraid to take a break if moved to Santa Fe, New International semester. This “The student basically whole living on campus is when students who quali- draws a topic and then the thing really interesting. I like fy—with good grades—are teachers fry you for 40 min- having people around me all given the chance to go utes,” said Madsen. the time. I have a wonderful abroad and study,” said According to Madsen the roommate, so that makes it Madsen. reading is also very differ- really easy,” said Madsen. Although Madsen was not ent. CSUB has more com- Madsen’s post CSUB plans able to pick his university, he pact reading. include more studying, “In was able to choose his state. The two universities also my particular field, business- “CSUB is the only college have similarities. es look for Master’s. You in California in this system,” “The professors kinda teach can’t get far with a said Madsen. the same way, being in the Bachelors degree,” said Although only sponsored classroom I don’t feel out of Madsen. for one quarter, Madsen my element,” said Madsen. According to Madsen, his plans to make the most of his Another part of the career goal would be to work stay. American experience that in international relations, “I want to see the Grand Madsen is looking forward but is not sure which country Canyon, I’ve wanted to see to is being able to partake in he will live in. that for ages. I also want to uniquely American holidays, CSUB Women’s Network for all By Korisha Hamblet Wolfer, said, “Through this According to the Wolfer, Staff writer culture of openness, we hope “We went through a few to increase the visibility of years of very limited activity CSUB Women’s Network women’s and gender issues, and interest. I didn’t even focuses on the issues of and to, through critical dis- know we had a Women’s women and gender. Its course and campus and com- Network before I took over objective is to allow individ- munity activism, subvert as President last Fall.” They uals the opportunity to damaging social practices are hoping to gain more express interest in bettering and facilitate change.” She members and continue to the issues of women. The basically states that, through grow the program through- program was started over 25 the openness to all genders, years ago and is not only race and ethnicity, they hope out this school year. limited to CSUB’s campus, to gain more power and help They have a number of but other outside schools as for women. events planned for this quar- well. Currently the program on ter as well as the rest of the The network is often mis- our campus has 15 members school year. Just a few construed as an organization and, on October 10,they upcoming dates are, “We cel- only for women, but the truth elected their official board ebrate Love Your Body Day of the matter is that this net- members. Although all the on campus monthly ... a rally work is for all genders and elected officers were not in protest of prop 4 and prop people who are interested in mentioned she did include 8 ... In the Winter quarter we helping women in society. her vice president, Ellen plan to have a feminist film The president of the Piris. day on campus.” Women’s Network, Alyssa

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4 Entertainment October 15, 2008 Artist’s Spotlight: Pamela Ramos By Korisha Hamblet Francisco to join an art decided to pursue CSUB; however she feels Staff writer institution to pursue fashion over basket- that the art program that is her career even further ball at a young age. offered here is ok but not Daring to be different, 20 and advance her Although she loved competitive enough to get year-old Pamela Janet chances in her field. both basketball and her where she needs to be in Ramos says she became an After she finishes her art, Ramos said that life. She said that the campus art major through childhood. academic process, her decision to doesn’t offer competition Ramos said, “second grade is Ramos plans to take choose art was which denies her the oppor- when I realized that I loved her career to New because it had a free tunity to get better. art, nothing major happened York, where the city feeling that allowed Ramos concluded her inter- I just knew it from the way I never sleeps, and open her to “express each view by stating that “art for felt when I was drawing or her own shop. moment in time.” me is an escape for me to any choosing my clothing for She also wants to start She said that art is of my problems, it sets me school.” a clothing line. Ramos a way to express free from everyone and Ramos is a junior at CSUB says that she wants to how she is feeling at everything that is troubling with a major in studio art and keep her career very any given time and at the time. Art is not just a a minor in business. open; she wants to cre- basketball was sim- career but my passion ... I The art program for Ramos ate clothing, be a ply to time consum- call it my passion because it is not great, but she says it is make-up artist and just ing. allows me to do something I a pretty good stepping stone any general fashion Ramos is excited love to do.” to receive her BA. She plans related work. Photo by Korisha Hamblet/The Runner to be able to receive to take her degree to San Ramos said that she Ramos began her love for art in early childhood. her BA from Volkslauf has participants saying, ‘pain is good’ By Jena Lopez Staff Writer

On a cold, early and smelly Saturday morning, the annu- al Volkslauf took place off of Lerdo Hwy. The Volkslauf is located right next to a cow farm, so one could imagine how bad it smelled. The Volkslauf is a run which con- sists of tons of obstacle courses and plenty of field to run. Hundreds of people gather to this event to either get in shape, help donate or just to have fun. The Volkslauf costs approx- imately $60 to participate in Photos courtesy of tions, climbing over bars, wards we were tired, cold and only happens once a Alex Harver going across rope using and wet.” Tim Polkinghorne, year in October. The pro- only your arms and legs, a CSUB student explained, ceeds go to Toys for Tots, but Top Left: Participants lift them- going under tiny tents on “The hardest obstacle was included with the registra- your hands and knees, the rope climb, we had to tion, participants receive a t- selves the bars in order to get across. keeping good balance run- pull ourselves across a rope shirt and a meal after you ning across logs, and of and 10 feet beneath us was a run. The Marine Corps are Top Right: CSUB course, swimming in a six mud pit. But it was all worth also there to help out with Junior Daniell feet deep pool of mud. Of it because it felt good saying, this annual event. They are Hernandez ran the course, with all of these I finished the Volkslauf!” there to encourage people to Volkslauf with other obstacles they must go At the end of the Volkslauf, keep running and to not stop CSUB students. through, there are Marines awards were presented to for anything. at every obstacle, yelling at those who finished first. Hundreds of people are Bottom Left: Hernandez runs you, “HURRY UP!” or Whether you watched, par- there from young to old. “YOU BETTER GO ticipated, or volunteered in Many of which are there to through mud after getting out of one of FASTER!” the volkslauf, it’s a fun expe- just run for fun and they can the mud pools. “It was my first time run- rience but if you go to watch have bragging rights for ning the Volkslauf and I ran there’s always a part of you completing the course. There the 5k. It was challenging in that’s thinking, “maybe I are two different courses the that I did not prepare for should have done it.” competing in the same obsta- doesn’t help when the wind complete Marine Mud Run offers, the this event. As a 10 person For more information on cles. The 10k is a longer run is blowing extremely cold the obstacle. There are obsta- 5k and the 10k. The 5k is group we finished in an hour this event, you can go to with more mud. air. Participants must tread cles such as: running long obviously shorter, which and 15 minutes and after- www.volkslauf.com. consists of running less but Mud is everywhere and it through several mud pits to distances in harsh condi- CCamamppbbeelll’sl’s CCrriittiiqquuee:M:Maaccaarroonnii G Grriillll Reviewed by From the minute I walked Isaiah Morfin blows audience away Nathan Campbell in the restaurant to meet Online Editor some friends of mine and -Continued from Page 1- experience playing with a ommendation. “Awesome Do you remember that saw the oodles of people lot of good musicians. They show! I’m glad I went even obnoxious guy in high crammed into the waiting event go to help the music offer opportunities to com- though it was required. It’s school, who no matter how area surrounded by the department fund more pose your own music, you a really cool place to take annoying, cheesy or rude he cookie-cutter, stereotypical shows and award scholar- get to learn about all the the- your girlfriend. It had a seemed – always got the Italian décor,I knew this ships. ory behind music, it’s really great atmosphere. I really girls? I feel that is the best was going to be one of Students as well as musi- organized and it helps you wish they would hold a free way to describe the those typical chain-restau- cians from the community excel,” said Morfin after fin- concert for the students to let Macaroni Grill. rant experiences. are gathered to perform their ishing up his set. them know what it’s about.” Macaroni Grill is a chain The table I sat at had a original compositions. For Many of the faces in the Professor Scully stated that Italian-food restaurant locat- paper tablecloth on which many music majors, this audience were other stu- if anyone on campus, or ed in the Northwest you could doodle with Photo courtesy of event is part of a grade. dents of Professor Scully. from the community, would www.people.bakersfield.com Promenade on Rosedale crayons – quite gauche, but Students rehearse twice a As part of a requirement for like to be involved in the Hwy. Without fail, the place being the person that I am, I even a decent quantity of it. week and prepare specifical- class, they must attend one Jazz Coffeehouses; they are is always packed to the gills of course obliged and deco- It baffles me how this ly for these ensembles. of these coffeehouses and more than welcome to con- on Friday nights and does a rated my dining area whilst restaurant, which has been Professor Scully was one of fill out a jazz evaluation tact him via email or phone. pretty swift business any waiting for my food. around for several years the performers at the sheet. When asked what Scully has several links on other time of the week, so I I ordered the veal marsala, now, still manages to pack its Coffeehouse. “I will say for they thought about the event his CSUB webpage had to investigate. which at $14.29 seemed to doors on weekend nights. a small school with a small being required for class, (csub.edu/~jscully) that give Now,I will be the first to be a mid-priced entrée. Perhaps, it is some socially amount of music majors, rel- many had a positive out detail about what the music admit that I do have a bias When it arrived, it hardly constructed conception that a atively 35 – 40, we put on a view. “Even if it wasn’t department has to offer. You against chain restaurants. appeared appetizing. I think well-recognized name will lot of good jazz shows in a required for class I would be can also be redirected to his They take business away the exact words of one of my produce a quality product or year with the resources we here anyway.I love music Myspace and Youtube page. from the, typically, much friends were, “Eww, that maybe that the people of have. The kids learn a lot, and how they performed From there, those interested better locally owned restau- looks gross.” Bakersfield just have they have a lot of individual tonight…it was amazing. I can stream video of past per- rants, and tend to sell their The meat was chewy and masochistic palates. What I attention.” loved how they played with formances and check out mediocre food at a marked was served lukewarm. The do know is that I will not be Isaiah Morfin is one of emotion and that’s how dates and times of upcoming up price. However,I tried to pasta and sauce were compa- returning to the Macaroni these students. He has music should be,” said events. set these feelings aside as I rable to anything you could Grill anytime soon. Nor received countless awards Christina Blair, a CSUB sen- The next CSUB Jazz entered the Macaroni Grill, buy at the grocery store and should you. Instead, I urge and has been recognized as ior. Coffeehouse will be held so that I could be as fair and make in a few minutes – it you to check out some of the one of the best Jazz musi- Travis Boos, another stu- Saturday, November 1, 7:30 objective as possible. was depressing. For the qual- city’s many locally owned cians in the country. “The dent, was also positive about pm in the Student Union This was nearly impossible. ity of the food, there was not places – you’ll be happy you music program gives me the event but did have a rec- Building. did. October 15, 2008 Campus 5 CSUB student group launches Community Service Awareness Week Courtesy of Public Affairs nation of events, and motiva- tions will be on campus to The Community Service tion of students and student meet with students and pro- Cooperative, a California organizations," said Mike vide information about vol- State University, Bakersfield Butler, student and CSC unteer opportunities. student organization, along president. Wednesday, Oct. 29, 11 with the Associated The Community Service a.m., 12:45 p.m. and 2 p.m., Students, Inc., will be host- Awareness Week activities Student Union multipurpose ing the inaugural are as follows: room Community Service Monday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. Three showings of the film Awareness Week on to 3 p.m., Runner Park "American Idealist: The Monday, Oct. 27. A student awareness and Story of Sargent Shriver" "Our mission as an organi- information day that includes will be presented with free zation is to raise awareness free food and service aware- refreshments. among the CSUB student ness information. While events are student- body of the need for commu- Tuesday, Oct. 28, 11:30 oriented, the public is invited nity volunteers; to increase a.m. to 2 p.m., Café Quad to attend. For details, contact participation through coordi- Over 20 service organiza- Butler at (661) 654-2176. Information session scheduled for prospective CSUB accelerated nursing program applicants

Michelle Ramos/The Runner Courtesy of Public Affairs about 44 students. cal need for nurses in the Three members of the Native American Club. California State University, "The accelerated B.S.N. Central Valley. In response to Bakersfield will offer a sec- program is designed to help the growing nursing short- Indigenous Native American ond class of its accelerated ease the region's nursing age, the department has bachelor's of science in nurs- shortage," said Kathy Lewis, gradually increased the num- ing beginning in June 2009. recruiter and adviser for the ber of students admitted Club not just for Natives Prospective applicants are accelerated program. "It pro- annually to the undergradu- advised to attend a free infor- vides a faster pace for ate program by 25 percent, By Michelle Ramos Mexican culture and Native free and all drums, singers mation session on Saturday, prospective students with from 60 to over 80 students, Staff Writer Canadian culture. and dancers are welcome to Oct. 18 at 9 a.m. in the their prerequisites met and over the past several years. In an online interview from attend, regalia or not. Romberg Nursing Education evidence of academic abili- Funding for the accelerated If you’re looking for a club last year’s Red Bear Circle Other activities planned for Center, room 105. The infor- ty." B.S.N. program is provided and are interested in Native Laughing Horse said, “ We this year include: a $2 mil- mation session will provide In this accelerated format, through a local nursing edu- American Culture, check out need to take control of our lion fundraiser to build a potential students with all students are involved in an cation partnership. The part- the Indigenous-Native lives,” and discussed how multicultural center in col- program requirements and intensive full-time educa- nership includes Memorial, American Club that currently gaming tribes are uneducated laboration with ASI; a application deadlines. tional experience that does Mercy and San Joaquin meets on Tuesdays at noon in and therefore do not know Sustainability forum where The aim of the accelerated not allow for breaks between Community hospitals and the Student Lounge located how to handle the success of local Solar and Wind energy program is to educate people academic years. As a result, the County of Kern. The in the Student Union. There their casino’s. He states, “We experts will be talking about interested in becoming regis- after 18 months students will County of Kern includes you will find a little club are the first CSU campus to how to eliminate the carbon tered nurses. This program is be eligible for the registered Kern Medical Center, with BIG personality. have a Native American footprint; a dream-catcher t- unique in that it offers those nurse licensure exam. The Department of Public Health Wondering whether or not Club ... we want to bring shirt sale; and they are also with a non-nursing bache- accelerated students will and the Department of you have to actually be a tribes to campus and bring currently seeking art made lor's degree an opportunity to graduate at the end of fall Mental Health. Native to join the club? The families to campus ... [but] by Native Americans to put enter the nursing field after quarter 2010. Completion of To learn more about the pre- answer is no. In fact Erica we don’t want to lose the in an Art Show. They also are completing a rigorous and this same level of education requisite courses, timing Silva, a Lakota BioPsych culture in the process of edu- in collaboration with the accelerated program of through the traditional pro- associated with completion major and President, as well cation.” NAACP to encourage more study. gram would require 33 of prerequisite courses, as “Laughing Horse” If you’re interested, the Native American students to Eligible applicants will months. The curriculum is application period and fees, Robinson, Chairman of the Indigenous Native American participate in sports by offer- have a bachelor's degree approved by the California visit www.csub.edu/nurs- Kawaiisu Tribe and Advisor, Club is open to any and all ing scholarships to those from an accredited Board of Registered ing/absn.shtml. encourage everyone to join ideas for field trips and who qualify. college/university and will Nursing. Interested parties may reg- regardless of family lineage. fundraisers. Meetings are If any of the above named complete the 13 nursing pre- CSUB launched the accel- ister to attend the informa- “Laughing Horse,”as he is casual and informal so don’t activities include you please requisite courses no later erated nursing program in tion session on the website. called at meetings, said, “We bust out the regalia just yet. come to a meeting than March 27, 2009. The January 2008 as another For more details, contact are trying to get families and On Saturday, November 8, or log on to program will be limited to answer to meeting the criti- Lewis at (661) 654-2508. students here to identify from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the www.myspace.com/nativea themselves,” but they both club hosts Luta Sah-can- mericanclub. Or contact RunnerO is The Runner’s online stressed the idea that they skaw Circle (Red Bear David “Laughing Horse” magazine, featuring videos from would like to spread aware- Circle) at Runner Park in Robinson at horse.robin- around campus and around town produced by Runner staff mem- ness of the Indigenous cul- front of the Student Union. [email protected]. Come bers. ture. This includes, but is not There will be dancing, native check out the little club with limited to, the Samoan cul- arts and crafts and cultural BIG plans! Check out RunnerO at www.csub.edu/runner ture, Hawaiian culture, awareness. Attendance is and click on the RunnerO link. Economic crisis trickles down to CSUB students

[Economy cont. from Page 1] using debt to pay debt. To fix this because of high oil prices and high affected numerous individuals, replacements, this creates a prob- mess, Congress would have to bor- food prices, therefore, the Federal companies and agencies. lem for students who plan to grad- with the Ronald Reagan adminis- row at least $1.3 to $1.5 trillion Reserve began to raise the short- “They are never quite willing to uate on time. Some students are tration. Deregulation is an attempt from the Chinese and Japanese, term interest rate. This caused bite the bullet, which is either raise taking classes at Bakersfield by government officials to priva- who are running large trade sur- mortgage rates and prices to taxes, cut spending or some combi- College that are not offered fre- tize markets. Essentially, the gov- pluses with the U.S. increase and ignited the flood of nation of the both. The problem quently enough at CSUB. Others ernment gives up the right to con- Prior to finishing up his book foreclosed homes ... Now the gov- with California is on the spending are thinking of transferring to trol what happens in our markets, entitled, “The Roots of Market and ernment is pumping $700 billion to side, not on the revenue side. That another CSU to take the classes or what is also known as a more Wealth” that will be released in get things corrected, but it will take suggests the dominant party that required for their major. hands-off approach. This idea of late March or early April of 2009, a long time.” controls the legislature is probably On a local level, Bakersfield is small government is promoted by Dr. Martinez decided to take The federal government is bailing part of the problem. They are the doing a lot better than many other the Republican party. another look at the national debt. out several insurance companies ones who are in favor of so much areas because we live in a commu- Another contributor to our down- Even though he checked it 19 days and financial institutions that have spending,” said Dr. Oswald. nity that has oil and agriculture as fall has been our culture of debt. before, Dr. Martinez found that participated in risky business. The The State Constitution of the main source of our economic As of Monday afternoon, the num- $540 billion had increased on our largest insurance company in the California requires a super-majori- income. ber on our national debt is now balance sheets. world, AIG, borrowed $85 billion. ty to pass all laws with a 2/3 major- “In fact, Bakersfield was on the $10.279 trillion. When George W. “In 19 days, this country has The Federal Government has ity. To get our own state debt under top-20 list of best performing cities Bush came into office, January 20, added $540 billion of debt. No already spent $61 billion for their control, the majority party, across the country. Things are not 2001, we owed $5.72 trillion and, U.S. president has added $540 bil- bailout. It must have been greatly Democrats, are pushing for a 1 per- as bad here, but there is much in a span of seven and a half years, lion in any one year to our nation- appreciated because last week, the cent increase in the state sales tax. room for improvement,” our national debt has doubled. al debt, let alone in 19 days,” as company’s executives spent Since a super majority is required exclaimed Dr. Grammy. “It’s nice to talk about no taxes stated on Dr. Martinez’s website $440,000 on a posh retreat at to pass laws, the minority party, In the past, Bakersfield was and no new taxes, but if federal http://markmartinezshow.blogspot. Southern California’s St. Regis Republicans, who are for no new known for having affordable and state governments don’t have com/. Resort in Monarch Beach to cover taxes, can block these type of homes, but as prices increased, any money, they need to go bor- “There are multiple reasons as to golf and spa treatment expenses. measures. many bought homes with bad row. In 1980, we owed $907 bil- why our country and individuals “To me, this economic collapse This state budget mismanagement loans and lost them due to foreclo- lion - that was it. We just spent half are getting farther into debt,” threatens the American way of life. affects CSU campuses because sure. Others were completely shut of that in 19 days,” said Dr. explained Economic Professor Dr. Our overt materialism and waste- their funding is granted by the out of the market. As prices Martinez. Abbas Grammy. “The Federal fulness is finally going to catch up state. “There is no money to hire decrease, eventually many will Dr. Grammy explained that our Reserve bank lowered the interest to us. We are already feeling the new faculty or replace retired fac- again be able to enter the housing government is spending money it rate to such a low that they created pinch in our pocket book when it ulty. For example, in our depart- market. doesn’t have, which is why it must cheap money. Commercial bank comes to the gas prices,” said grad- ment of economics, one of our fac- The economy has always been borrow money. The more it bor- lending agencies took the risk of uate student Michael Wilson. ulty members left and we did not cyclical. Hopefully, the govern- rows, the more interest it has to lending cheap money to whoever At the state level, California was get a replacement,” said Dr. ment will change its policies and pay, therefore it would have to bor- wanted to borrow money ... Then unable to pass a state budget with- Grammy. get a handle on the slumping econ- row more. It is a vicious cycle of we began to experience inflation in a suitable timeframe. This has By not having money for faculty omy. 6 Campus October 15, 2008 Fall BBQ: America’s game 2008

Guests were able to stay updated on the Dodger- Phillies game. Representatives from the Bakersfield Condors at their display booth.

CSUB students enjoying the night’s festivities. People lining up to have either teriyaki chicken or steak.

By Celia Kelly was going to be a long night. We followed same time. There went that. As the girls Majestics,” but I guess you could say they Staff Writer the line around the front of the Icardo Center piled in and sat down I was beginning to lived up to the name. As I walked outside I News Commentary and proceeded to pick up our plates for the regret my decision to say yes. To my sur- heard some combination of “Maria Maria” wonderful feast in front of us. Everyone I prise, two of three girls were actually pretty by Santana and “Suavamente.” Maybe it All photos by Juan Torres know who has been to the Barbeque before nice. I could tell they had a few drinks was one or the other, but really it sounded always raved and raved about how good the before they sat down, but they were nice like both. The dance floor was packed with This was my first time attending CSUB’s food was - well, they must have had the nonetheless. The first girl, the heaviest of the adults over the age of 35. All of the “kids” Fall Barbecue, and to be honest, I was aston- chicken. Now, it wasn’t everybody’s steak three, started telling what she thought was a were standing on the outskirts, each of them ished with what I saw. There were actually that was tough, just four people I was sitting joke to her friends, “It was so funny, the with some kind of beer in their hand. I real- a lot of people there. Allow me to be frank; next to and three more I talked to later in the black guy was serving chicken.” No one ized it was getting late and my patience was I didn’t expect to see anyone but cheerlead- night. So I guess seven steaks out of hun- laughed. She gave herself the “sympathy wearing thin. I made my rounds through the ers and boosters. But I saw hoards of peo- dreds is not bad. laugh” and Shanyia and I just looked at each crowd bumping into people I knew here and ple, people I’ve never seen before. People I I entered the gym and surveyed the land, other. What would you say to that? As I look there. Every third people I ran into asked me never would have imagined all convened in fighting over who was going to decide up I notice her two friends face buried in why I wasn’t drinking. I couldn’t tell if they one area supporting CSUB athletics. My where we were going to sit. I snuck behind their plate, trying to disassociate themselves were genuinely asking or suggesting I drank question to all of them was, where the hell her and said, “You’re already in front, just with the poor girl’s awkward statement. I too much at past functions and was surprised are they come game time? I’ve been to find us a seat.” The gym was filled with guess that’s what these school functions are I didn’t have a drink in my hand. Either or I many Cal State sporting events over the more people. The most people I’ve seen in for - sitting with people you don’t know, was ready to make a mad dash to for the gate years, if everyone who showed up for tough Icardo since ‘93. Back when students actual- awkward silence and corny jokes. and make my trek back to the library park- steak and beer attended a basketball game, ly attended the games and Ray Burris, Beau As the tension eased so did the girls in front ing lot. we might fill up the spotty stands once in a Redstone and Wade Green picked up three of us. I informed them I was from the As I approached the gate two of my friends while. CCAA MVP awards in four years. But I Runner and was writing a story on the from the men’s basketball team were there. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not talking bad guess this just isn’t the place to reminisce on Barbecue. I told them I was covering the barbecue for about our basketball team by any means, I’m the CSUB men’s basketball history. “What’s that?” said the first blonde. the paper and they actually knew what it talking about our fans. I hold the game of She found a seat, and a good one at that. I looked down and covered my head with was, the paper that is. They restored my basketball very dear to my heart, so to see all Not too far from the door, and there were my hand. She didn’t even know we put out faith in our lovely student body. Who says those people spread out over the hardwood, about five or six empty chairs surrounding a paper, weekly. athletes don’t read? sipping their Miller Lights and white zins, I us. Ideal. Well, not for long. Three girls I took that as my cue to excuse myself from All in all it was a success. My chicken was was almost angry. I did, like most, straggle and their guy friend, walked up and said, “Is the table and continue my full circle of the great. There was a crazy number of people. in around 7:30, picked up my ticket at will anyone sitting here?” Of course I answered evening and head outside. To my surprise, Everyone seemed as if they were having a call and strolled on in. Luckily I had my her with a yes. Like I said, it was ideal with again more people. Many people. Many great time. Now, if we could just get half the partner in crime, Shanyia, with me because all those empty chairs around us. My friend people and Thee Majestics. I didn’t know people out to some home games this season, something told me on the way over there it Shanyia just happened to be saying no at the what to expect when I heard the name “Thee we just might have something.

A couple dancing the night away to the sounds of The Majestics. Guests enjoying the food.

Alonzo Aguirre and Kameron Smith of Kappa Sigma Fraternity having some milk. Members of the Roadrunner cheer squad. October 15, 2008 Campus 7 Runners fall to TMC Lady Runners fall to Waves By Lavinia Sfetcu we can go on and attack our By Miguel Cuate the second post for the Mustang goal. Staff Writer last four games. Massey’s Staff Writer TMC’s early second half goal would set effort for us was very the tone for the remainder of the second Pepperdine and CSUB impressive. She hustled and C oming off of last week’s 2-1 victory half and put pressure on the Runners to women’s soccer took the gave us a great chance to tie over Seattle, The CSUB Men’s Soccer find the equalizing goal. field Wednesday, October 8 the game in the closing min- Team (3-11-0 overall) was looking to add To add to the Runners desperation to find at CSUB’s main soccer field. utes.” The match started off score- To benefit Breast Cancer to this victory with a win against The the equalizing goal, CSUB Midfielder less for the first 20 minutes awareness, the team sported Master’s College (7-0-2 overall) Tuesday Manny Guzman would be ejected from the until Kassi Massey had a pink jerseys, which were night. However, the Runners would come game after an over aggressive tackle. The major opportunity for a goal auctioned off at the game up empty handed as TMC would score the Runners would have to find the equalizer and followed through to set Wednesday night. Both tick- golden goal in the first half of extra time playing a man short with little over nine the match score 1-0 in the ets and auction sales were to leave with the overtime victory. minutes left to play in the match. ‘Runners favor. donated to the Breast Cancer The Runners ended the first half tied at With five minutes left to go, CSUB It didn’t take long for Awareness cause. zero with most of the battle being fought Forward Towa Manda would tie the game Pepperdine to respond the “I have relatives that have evenly by both sides in midfield. CSUB in the dramatic final moments of the CSUB’s goal. Wave’s had breast cancer,” sopho- managed to put in several dangerous match. A Runner free kick would produce Ashley Copp received a goal more and defensive player crosses, but TMC Goalkeeper Kevin confusion in the penalty area over a loose opportunity in the 40th Kelly Mitterholzer said after Lawson cut most short. The most threat- ball. Manda connected with a header to minute but did not make the the Wednesday night game. ening play of the first half occurred when put the ball into the back of the net giving connection. Then, in the “Raising money for Breast TMC Midfielder, Fabio Joaquim, had a the Runners hope of a victory going into 41st minute, Copp found Cancer Awareness is a good powerful crossed shot attempt go just overtime. The goal would also give herself yet again with an cause.” wide of the second post in minute 36 of Manda his sixth goal of the season as the opportunity and scored, leav- The Runners drop to 4-10-1 ing the scoreboard at 1-1. after Pepperdine loss and the game. Runners leading scorer. Then, Amanda Rupp of will be on the road for their TMC would score first and gain the Unfortunately, TMC Forward Marlon Joseph White/Runner Pepperdine finished off the next games playing Utah advantage after scoring early in the second Lindo would deflect the ball of a defend- Kassi Massey heading a ball score by making a goal in the University and Seattle. half. In minute 55, a cross from the right er’s slide tackle to put the ball over the 56th minute and leaving the tions of the game on the For more information on wing of the field would find TMC goalkeeper, off the first post and finally final score at 2-1. CSUB athletics webpage. “I your favorite CSUB Midfielder Jacob Marchesani just outside into the net giving TMC the overtime vic- The Runners played with am very pleased in how we Roadrunner athletes, visit of the penalty area box. Marchesani tory over CSUB with a final score of 2-1. good offense and defense but played tonight,” Van Dyke www.gorunners.com and would lose his mark by cutting to the CSUB’s next match will be on October couldn’t pull out a win. said. “I thought we were support your fellow inside of his opponent, leaving himself 18 against the Runner Alumni on the Main Head Coach Nicole Van dynamic going forward and Runners! free to drill the ball in from the left side to Soccer Field. Dyke expressed her emo- solid defensively. Hopefully Students honored at the Dr. Ernest W. Williams Jr. Scholarship Fund Awards Dinner [Scholarship cont. from “extra room” was nothing Page 1] more than a storage closet and she should seek other family in Bakersfield and means of housing. The instantly became a staple in young woman explained the community. He was why this was not possible very involved, shown and in turn unveiled some of through his many affilia- the inappropriate procedures tions with groups from the Bakersfield Chamber of being carried out by the dor- Commerce and the Kern mitory director. In order to County Medical Society, to receive housing, one must the NAACP. Dr. Williams pay in sugar, meal or some- practiced medicine in times sex. As Dr. Jackson Bakersfield for 29 years and delivered these words all in the early 1960s expanded eyes in the audience his office to a medical clinic widened. She began to tear at 234 Baker Street. During up, as did many in the the course of his life and crowd. Everyone was fixat- career he continued to serve ed on her words, her stories, the community and go her wisdom and advice. above and beyond his pro- She quickly regained her fessional and financial obli- gations. He will always be composure to deliver the remembered for his generos- Celia Kelly/The Runner remaining words of her ity and care for the citizens The recipients of the Ernest W. Williams Jr. Scholarship. excerpt with the same power and confidence she began it of Bakersfield. came from Dr. Jackson’s suitcase. These minimal in comparison to the disturbing with. She spoke about her struggle to One of the highlights of the night came were the same students that, despite the final story told by Dr. Jackson. For her from an extremely moving speech by Dr. decide if she should speak out about the weathering conditions, studied by the light final story, she read an abridged excerpt of Elizabeth K. Jackson, CSUB’s own injustice and her eventual decision to of a cell phone or in some cases candle- her upcoming book about her experiences Communications professor and the speak with the dean about those problems. light. They would pass the books around in Zimbabwe. She told the story of a evening’s keynote speaker. She spoke of She finished with her final decision to the dormitory and under these extreme young woman who came to her during the her time spent in Africa as a Senior conditions, still never came to class unpre- allow the humble young woman to reside first few days after her arrival and asked if Fulbright Scholar, and the many issues she pared. with her in her home. As her speech came and her students faced in the impoverished she may reside in her “extra room.” Dr. Lack of water, food and electricity was to a close, everyone rose from their seat to Zimbabwe. Jackson explained to the girl that her award her with a much deserved She spoke of the lack of water, electricity and food that hap- standing ovation and very loud pened to be a frequent occur- round of applause. rence at her host university. She In addition to her spoken contri- recalled instances where she bution to the wonderful evening, would ask her student’s what Dr. Jackson also provided four they had to eat that day and they pieces of politically banned art would reply with air pies. “I from Zimbabwe by the master would send the students to the sculptor Godfrey Maunga for a store and ask them to pick up as silent auction and pledged to match much food and groceries they the proceeds up to $1,000. Each could carry in their arms,” said piece was bid on and two well over Dr. Jackson. She would cook for the asking price for a total contri- the students every day and the bution, including the matched first seven students that arrived would receive a meal. Through amount of Dr. Jackson of $2,750 to her generosity she fed 35 stu- be divided among efforts in Africa dents a week. and the Dr. Ernest W. Williams Jr. She told the tale of students Scholarship Fund. who were not only grateful for The community came together to her experience and insight but celebrate the continued success of eager to learn as much as possi- the students and express their pride ble. If for some reason Dr. in their achievements. The 22nd Jackson did not cover the mate- Annual Dr. Ernest W. Williams Jr. rial to their liking they would Scholarship Fund Awards Dinner reply to her, “Prof, do you think was a success. The students were you could come in for a Saturday recognized, four people left with session?” These were the same wonderful pieces of art and each students who had no class set of textbooks, only the books that person left being touched by Dr. Celia Kelly/The Runner Jackson’s speech. Two of the statues that were auctioned off during the night.

8 Sports October 15, 2008 Seth Petruzelli knocks out Kimbo Slice in 15 seconds CSUB By Bryson Paul supposed to happen in Staff Writer the beginning and it was Fanfest too quick to determine if David beat the mighty Goliath with Slice deserves a to be only a sling shot in the past and rematch. Slice had a pre- became legendary, MMA fighter vious match where the Seth Petruzelli has placed his name fighter took him to a held on in history by knocking out the num- decision and left him ber one MMA fighter on the planet, seriously physically Thursday Kimbo Slice. Slice is the premier drained. Many believed By Phillip Barnett fighter for the national mixed martial he lost the match and, Editor in Chief arts competition league known as due to his popularity, EliteXC. The knockout from was given the decision. F riday, October 17th, Petruzelli was as unexpected as the Rematch talk has been marks the official opening of match itself being Slice was arranged demanded since that the 2008-2009 college bas- to fight MMA legend Ken Shamrock. match as well, and it is ketball season. Petruzelli was expected to fight still undecided on rather Instead of the traditional Aaron Rosa at EliteXC: Heat, but he the original Shamrock Midnight Madness, replaced Ken Shamrock to fight and Slice match should Bakersfield’s media and fans Kimbo Slice at the last minute when photo courtesy of ESPN.com still take place. alike will get a chance to go Shamrock received a laceration Seth Petruzellic celebrating after his upset win over Kimbo Slice. Can Slice take another out and meet players and above his left eye and was not chance on being coaches from both the men’s allowed to fight. Petruzelli defeated Slice has starred in two main events four-fight deal with the promotion knocked out once again by Petruzelli and women’s basketball Slice at 0:14 of the first round via from the fighting promotion compa- that will surely be extended. so soon and possibly end his career teams. TKO. Slice definitely made a bad ny and been victorious in both. A This loss ended any belief that in the sport? Petruzelli has already Along with the opportunity career decision competing against marketing cash cow for the company Slice’s ready to move up to the major voiced that Slice should be given a to meet the players and Petruzelli at such short notice and and himself as well, Slice has been a leagues in MMA which is the UFC. rematch with him due to the situation coaches, fans will be offered suffering his first defeat in the guest on many famous shows like the Fighters in the UFC have been say- being so quickly put together. free food and will have the EliteXC. late night talk show hosted by funny- ing distasteful things about Slice Rematch talk has been circulating opportunity to win prizes. Seconds into the match on CBS’s man Jimmie Kimmel. Many say this since the announcement of him seconds after the match ended and Prizes include free game- Elite XC Heat, Slice rushed in for a loss to an unknown fighter can affect becoming a ranking fighter. They many have mixed reviews about the day t-shirts to the first 100 close range assault and left himself Slice’s marquee value but it is too believe Slice is just a gimmick, a match and situation. Responses from fans in attendance and one unguarded to a crush over hand right early to admit that is true. Petruzelli promotional tool to get audiences analyzers and bloggers all over the lucky fan will have a shot at to his eye by Petruzelli. Stunned by was not an unfamiliar face to the excited about watching Mixed world are proposing that a rematch a $10,000 prize. the counter, Slice stumbled to the world as everyone portrays him out Martial Arts, being that Slice delivers should take places for a few reasons. “We’re going to have free ground and Petruzelli rushed to con- to be. highlight attacks in his matches. The Many believe Kimbo was unpre- food and chances to win tinue his assault. The ref announced Petruzelli has become an overnight UFC has publicly stated on numer- pared for Petruzelli being the match prizes,” said Karen Langson, Slice was unable to continue and celebrity after the victory over Slice, ous occasions, through both staff and had been announced so quickly, the CSUB Athletics Petruzelli was announced the winner. going into the match audiences were fighters, that Slice does not have the causing his defeat; however, Slice Marketing Director. “We Slice’s gameplan was to overpower unfamiliar with the fighter. However abilities to compete with the top was in top fighting condition to take have iPods and a chance to his opponent with his size and brute self-proclaimed “Silverback” does fighters in the world competitively in on a legend like Shamrock. Petruzelli win $10,000 -- but we also force. However, it was Petruzelli have some impressive credentials as the world famously recognized should have been at least a fair com- have things like autographs speed and accuracy that countered a fighter. Petruzelli is a former con- Ultimate Fighting Championships. petition. Bloggers all over the world and interactive situations his opponent’s tactics. testant on the hit MMA show But before there can be any more feel that Petruzelli got a lucky shot with the players for the kids Slice came into the MMA world a “Ultimate Fighter” and has also com- talk about UFC tryouts for Slice, or on Slice, a normal outcome that has as well.” superstar, receiving high views from peted in the top ranking UFC. even a match with Shamrock, he happen many times in the fighting The event will take place his youtube backyard brawls in the Petruzelli is a former K-1 kickboxer must prove that Petruzelli was a profession. Since the victory, Thursday night from 6 to 8p.m. streets of Miami for a couple years. currently fighting in the Elite Xtreme fluke. Judging from the match, a Petruzelli has decided to become a in the Icardo Center. For more He recently signed a contract with Combat fight promotion where he rematch between Petruzelli and Slice full time MMA fighter and is ready information on the event check EliteXC and became its most popular competes in the Light Heavyweight is possible but not very marketable for what comes next. out www.gorunners.com. fighter. Since signing his contract, class. He is currently signed to a right away. The match was never Former CSUB Men’s Soccer Application Deadline: October 31, 2008 standout wins USL-1 Championship By Celia Kelly USL Premier Developmental League. In Staff Writer 2005, his rookie season with the Brigade, he played 10 games and scored five goals. The horn sounds, the game is over and Lyle During his second season with the Brigade Martin has won his first pro soccer champi- his stats rose to 16 matches and nine goals. onship in front of a sold-out crowd. Martin, After his final season at CSUB, Martin the former CSUB Men’s Soccer standout, and entered the Major League Soccer the Vancouver Supplemental Whitecaps defeat- draft and was ed the Puerto Rico drafted by Islanders in the Chivas USA, USL-1 champi- but ended up onship game signing with Sunday afternoon, the Vancouver 2-1. Whitecaps, The victory was USL First the Whitecaps sec- Division. ond championship Martin in the last three enjoyed an seasons and the impressive win extended their rookie season d undefeated streak last year with N Objs over Puerto Rico the Whitecaps. at home. That year the Tdipmbst Qsphsbn “I don’t even feel team made it to anything yet, I still the USL-1 feel like I have playoffs. practice tomor- However, they row,” said Martin. lost in the first “I probably won’t round. He was feel anything until honored with Apply Now and Secure Your Future I’m at home.” the Whitecaps THE MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM DEVELOPS LEADERS Martin comes Newcomer of back home to the Year award. THROUGH GRADUATE EDUCATION

Bakersfield on His second The Ronald E. McNair Post-Bacca- photo courtesy of the Vancouver Whitecaps Eligibility: Saturday. He gets season with the laureate Achievement Program Lyle Martin is considered one of CSUB’s • GPA 3.0 or above a few months off Whitecaps was was established by the U.S. greatest soccer players. • Low-income first-generation college student before returning to no different. He Department of Education in 1986 AND OR member of a group underrepresented in and named for astronaut and play again sometime between mid-January contributed immensely to the team’s success graduate education Challenger space shuttle crew and early February. with his speed and efficiency at the right full- • Considering graduate school member, Dr. Ronald E. McNair. Martin played four seasons with the Runners back position. Even the success of first place The program encourages students to pursue graduate studies. The beginning in 2003. While sporting the blue is not enough for Martin. When asked if he Benefits: • Collaborate with Faculty on research project program provides opportunities and gold, Martin appeared in 79 games and was going back to Canada next season he to define goals, engage in • Research award availability scored 29 goals. In his final season as a road- replied, “If I don’t get to a higher league. My research, and develop the skills • Mentoring to help facilitate entrance into graduate and student/faculty mentor runner in 2006, he earned the CCAA scoring goal is always to get as high as possible.” school relationships critical to success at title with 17 goals in 19 matches. That also With all the talent and the impressive track • Presentations at regional and national conferences the doctoral level. placed him second on the all-time list of most record, it should not be hard for Martin to and possbile publications season goals in school history. Currently, advance. • Opportunities to meet with graduate programs Martin is leading the www.gorunners.com Fame and pro ball hasn’t changed the charis- • Graduate school and career prep workshops website fan poll of the best CSUB soccer matic Lyle Martin. When asked if they get a • GRE test fee waivers player of all time with 21.47% of the votes. bonus for winning the championship he For more information, contact Victoria Champion at CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-BAKERSFIELD While still playing for CSUB, Martin also replied, “We get a little somethin’somethin’.” (661) 654-6618 or [email protected] www.csub.edu/mcnair played for the Bakersfield Brigade of the