www.csusmchronicie.com THE COUGAR CHRONICLE ISSUE #II WEDNESDAY VOLUME XLII MARCH 19, 2014 CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN MARCOS, INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER •••BB SPORTS FEATURES OPINION That he got away with what he did to me haunted me as I grew up. I saw II my abus^^^B-5 V on a poster^W.p^féfeirt, on television^ ! Z^nbJ- jnly hide my panic until ffourid a piace to be alone and fall apart.

3 - In golf exists a truly revealing business tool that 4 - Dr. Heidi Breuer stands ^out as a unique 6 - A contributing writer connects personal 7 - Marvel releases five new solo series featuring can make or break any deal. literature professor. experience with the recent allegations against strong empowered females dominating the Woody Allen. Relentless Cougars head to Nationals in Kansas City Men's Basketball for CSUSM looks to tear up the courts as they fight to finish strong BY RESTY GREY Thirty-two teams are slated STAFF WRITER to compete for the NAIA Di- vision I Championship title The CSUSM men's bas- through March 25. ketball team will be heading CSUSM's number one to Kansas City to compete ranking leaves the rest of in the National Associates the league anticipating some Intercollegiate Athletics great competition. (NAIA) Division I Cham- "It's a great feeling, but we pionship tournament as the know rankings don't mean number one seed. anything when going into the Led by head coach Jim tournament and every team's Saia, CSUSM finishes the going to be gunning for us, regular seasons with a 30-1 so it's like we got a c)iip on record, winning their first our shoulder," Lemmons Associations of Independent said. "We just have to go in Institutions (A J J.) Division there and play hard and take I Conference Championship it day by day." title. When asked if there were CSUSM defeated life in any specific teams to look their final game on Sunday, out for, Emmanuel said there March 9, leading 112 - 95 was not. with exceptional contribu- The Cougars' selfless of- tion from the entire team. fense and defensive prowess The Cougars shot for 50 per- Division I Men's Basketball Champions for the first time in CSUSM history. Photo provided by the campus athletic department, www.csusmcougars.com gives the team a well-de- cent from the field,44. 8 per- served confidence going into cent from three-point land tributed to the Cougars' double-double in the final "It's nice to finally see the year veteran, Brian Emman- the tournament. and out rebounded Life. success, starting three-guard game. hard work is actually pay- uel, said. CSUSM Cougars are set Bobby Macias and Zack Malcolm Lemmons said, "I do anything I can to help ing off. We made a name for The Cougars are headed for to play the thirty-second Zaragoza came off the bench "Our camaraderie; we're a the team win. If coach needs ourselves the first year, got a week of a challenge with seed, Oklahoma Baptist, on and combined for 31 points close knit group on and off me to rebound or play de- ranked the second and get- the tournament being filled Wednesday, March 19 in and 15 rebounds. the court." fense, I do anything I can to ting ranked number one this with the nation's best players round one of the NAIA Divi- When asked what he at- Lemmons contributed a meet our goal," he said. year; it feels good," three- at the small collegiate level. sion I tournament. Motivation to vote on March 24 as candidates of ASI Elections make their voices heard - Haley Perko - President Thiana Ruiz - VP of External Affairs BY KATUN SWEENEY I would like to give back to CSUSM, a place has given me so much I am a third year and am double ma- EDITOR-IN-CHIEF to me. I would like to continue serving the students and advocating for joring in Human Development with a them at both a state and university level, through CSSA and university Health Service emphasis and Spanish. Students are encouraged to administrators. We currently have over 11,000 students here at Cal State Through my involvement on campus take an active role with pol- San Marcos and I will ensure the effort to reach out to as many diverse with student orgs and programs such itics at CSUSM, whether by populations as I can. Dedication, respect and honesty are three valuesI as S.TA.N.D (Standing Together As running for office or voting, follow and will guarantee these throughout my entire presidency! Perko oNe Dream) , United Students of Color for the candidates they be- for President! Coalition, Golden Key, Peer Mentoring lieve in. Program, CAMP, EOP and HD Club, As of this month, fliers Tricia Alcid • VP of Operations I will work closely with faculty, ad- I'm a third year studying Psychology at CSUSM. As a current ASI ministrators, students, student leaders, promoting the elections Student at Large Representative, I will be running for Vice President lobby politicians and statewide lead- were posted around campus, of Operations. I will do my best to create a bridge between the student ers to make sure that the student voice featuring 1the 19 students public and the ASI BoD. I want to extend more opportunities for stu- is heard and addressed. I will work to that are running for 10 ASI dents to get involved with not just ASI, but the university itself. I want strategize, organize and finalize. leadership positions. Each to empower more students and tap into the potential that so many stu- of these candidates was con- dents have to change this, university for themselves and future students Alhijaz Althagafi - CHABBS Rep. tacted via email by The Cou- to come. I am very grateful for the opportuni- gar Chronicle and asked to Jairo Leon - VP of Operations ty that this election represents for all write a short description of of us. It is time that the student body I'm a third year literature major that believes ASI needs a recharge. Too of CSUSM is represented by someone why they are interested in many are let out. Let's change this. Let's make more traditions, let's make who knows people from every comer of being elected. more happenings where strangers turn into friends. ASI needs to create the world, and knows them righther e Students can vote online student unity, not just students inside the union building and it needs to on our campus! I promise to always be for their preferred candi- make administrators transparent. What's on their committee agendas? available to anyone who has any issues dates at www.csusm.edu/ Having worked in two ASI departments (LGBTQA Pride Center/Gender with anything that happens at CSUSM. vote between March 24 Equity Center), I know how to connect students and build bridges between and 27. Descriptions of the students and administrators. Vote for a campus recharge. Vote Jairo Leon. positions can be found at Jasmine Jeter - CSM Rep. h ttps://w ww.csusm.edu/" I am a Biology Major and my goals are to try and get more sections of bottleneck courses, such as Physics 205, asi/bod/asielections .html. (ASI continued on center open. I would also like to start having Deans List meet and greets with Dean K. This is something other colleges do of page 2). to honor those who have achieved academically and I would like our college to do the same. News Editor: Sarah Hughes. [email protected] THE COUGAR CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19,2014 NEWS (AS2I Continue dfrom pag e 1). Jamaela Johnson - Diversity & Inclusion Representative My major is pre-nursing and I am a junior. I believe that with my ex- CVS to halt tobacco sales perience of being a Resident Advisor and my 2 years of being a Peer Ed- ucator at The Gender Equity Center gives me the knowledge and quali- fications for this position. I have sat on a number of campus committeesB Y SARAH HUGHES & geared toward improving campus environment and reflecting student CHELSEY SCHWEITZER concerns. My passion for social justice is what will guide me through NEWS EDITOR & STAFF WRITER this role as an affective leader on this campus. If I were to obtain this position, one of my many goals would be to strengthen the message and actions of the Civility Campaign. Another goal would be to enhance the CVS Pharmacy has decid- visibility and presence of ASI Board of Directors at student programs ed to stop selling cigarettes and events. and all tobacco products in their stores. Madisen Jaurique - CHABBS Representative It seems the company I am and have been involved in, many campus organizations such as, wants to focus on their image the women's cross country and track andfield team , I currently am a and expanding role in health- Resident Advisor at the UVA, I'm in the process of completing the Tuk- care. Management has heav- wut Leadership Circle program and I am a new member of Alpha Chi ily considered the impacts Omega. One issue that I want to tackle is the issue of academic support this might have on business, Image found at countertobacco.org, where you can learn more about tobacco for the college of CHABSS as some of the majors are not allowed in the but ultimately thinks it's a and 'War in the Store.' math and stem lab centers. move for "future growth." "It's a real changed to MinuteClinics Larry Merlo, President contradiction to in Dec. 2002. There are now Eddie Gonzales - Sustainability Representative and Chief Executive Officer more than 800 locations in I decided to run for ASI after my fraternity brother suggested to get involved at CSUSM. talk about all 28 states and the District of Experience new perspectives for myself and give back to this campus. To help future cougars (CEO) of CVS Caremark ex- the things find a place called home and make sure these future students have a clean campus. CSUSM has plained his moves for "long Columbia. The CVS website continued to crush in Recyclemania and, honestly, I think recycling and being environmentally term success" on CBS This we're doing seems to tout the pharmacy's friendly has become natural to students and faculty ! want to continue this tradition, make sure it Morning. with people to changing focus to convenient does not go away and continue to push for environmental friendly technology in our classrooms "It's a real contradiction wellness. and buildings; alsofind way s to preserve energy waste. More than anything, I am excited and to talk about all the things help them on "Your pharmacy is always looking forward to all the people I will meet and ideas thats students will come up with. we're doing with people to their path to open. Spend less time at the help them on their path to better health pharmacy and more time Mads Elton Nilson - CHABBS Representative better health and at the same watching winning goals and The reason I am running for election is that as an international student I want to make the most time sell tobacco products," and at the same ballet recitals with myCVS of my three year stay here in California. I have all my life wanted to get involved in the things time sell going on around me, and running for ASI is a great way for me to get more involved at CSUSM Merlo said. Pharmacy," their homepage other than just going to class every day. My goal for ASI if I get elected is to be a positive drive An employee at the CVS tobacco said. for all the good work ASI already is doing and represent the students of CHABBS in a construc- across from CSUSM on products/1 The Cougar Chronicle will tive and positive way. * south Twin Oaks Valley be conducting an anony- Road confirmed the plans, the availability of Minute- mous survey on the subject Karen Guzman - CHABBS Representative which will take effect on Clinics. Their predecessor, of cigarettes. If you would I'm a third year student at Cal State San Marcos with the intention of graduating as a Political Oct. 1,2014. QuickMedX centers in the like to take it, go to https:// Sciences and Womyn studies double major Philosophy minor. Aside from being Co President of Minneapolis-St. Paul area www.surveymonkey.eom/s/ Feminists United, I also work with different club organizers with the ACLU. We need curriculum Besides abandoning sale that reflects that diversity of current students bodies, faculty that understand our realities and a of cigarettes, tne move that began in May 2000, to pro- MMVZN36. It will be fol- sincere sensitivity for student affordability. I want to work alongside faculty and my peers, so. has made CVS seem more vide quick care for common lowed up on in a story later that we continue to build bridges between campus and neighbor communities. I want to launch geared toward health care is conditions. These centers this semester. more programs where we apply what we're learning in class to address serious social problems. President calls for increase in federal minimum wage by 2016 By RYAN DOWNS wage job market," reminding SENIOR STAFF WRITER coming months. crease could make lives eas- Workers' Hourly Wages and the Federal Minimum Wage The issue of minimum ier for upwards of 16 million 2013 Dottore pm Hour individuals that an increase Students may be seeing a wage became a talking point 'Americans, it is also slated to Atfva) i t in revenue and circulation change in their federal and recently, after a report by the cost approximately 500,000 could very well increase job state based pay checks. Congressional Budget Office workers their jobs. In other potential, cancelling out the Making minimum wage — elaborated on a plan by the words, the act would actually increase in unemployment. It's arguably one of the most President to raise the nation- increase unemployment, the Still, the benefits to those important things in the life wide minimum wage from boon being that the already suffering in the labor force are of a student. For many, it's $7.25 an hour to $10.10, ten- employed would make more undeniable and the increase in what keeps them busy while tatively by the year 2016. It's money. This comes as a re- circulation could very well al- they're in school. For many not too difficult to see why. In sult of companies making less ttrs m* me m$ 30Ô3- 2008 low the creation of new jobs. others, it's the very thing the last 14 years, the costs of money when customers are I COHOOIMIO NMA *ü»ö*T OfMC t Ultimately, the fate of the keeping them in school while education, gasoline, health- less willing to spend on prod- measure depends on its stand- countless individuals rely on care and living have all sky- ucts that will be more expen- odds of surviving the more able in our society, the initia- ing in Congress at this point, it keeping them alive. The rocketed, whereas the wage sive to pay for the workers. right-wing House are decid- tive could very well make the which remains to be seen. minimum hourly wage that has remained in a fixed posi- However, the President edly less hopeful; with many recession worse. Some econ- California's minimum wage businesses are required to pay tion. remains optimistic, having representatives pointing out omists beg to differ, like Pen- is itself scheduled to increase employees is a matter of eco- Naturally, this affects many acted as the primary force the rather harsh increase in sion Chairman Tom Harkin, with from $8 to $10 in the nomic importance not just for individuals in the labor force, behind the bill since its in- unemployment. who stated "workers benefit course of three years due to a San Marcos, but for students but not necessarily in a pos- ception. While the measure is It's a fair comparison, while from modest increases in the biU passed Sept. 12, 2013. It everywhere and it may face itive way. According to the expected to pass the primarily alleviating the effects of the minimum wage without nega- will increase $1 increments some large changes in the CBO, while the wage in- left-wing Senate in March, its recession on the more vulner- tive consequences for the low- instead of in one wage hike.

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BY JUSTIN DONNER CSUSM's business profes- many ways. The sport can be important SPORTS EDITOR sor, Dr. Edward Balian, is a "You think your business to learn for business, but you seasoned vet in the world of career is over you've hit a have to be careful. Perform- business and is the author of terrible shot you're in the. ing terribly can lead others to Mastering the difficult Buddha Plays 18. His book rough. You follow it with assume that you are terrible game of golf can offer a takes an innovative approach you best shot of the day. with business as well. Saying large advantage in the world to teaching the overlooked , BUDDHA Under the stress of the chal- that you're, working on your of business, but becoming skill of being mentally sound lenge your focus went up and game and that you are not aware of the mental side of it while playing golf. ¿ i PLAYS IO you applied your skills dili- comfortable on a course may can provide an even greater For business professionals, gently," Dr. Balian said. be more productive than try- one. golf can be a valuable tool. How business profession- ing to play. If you do have a There is arguably no other You learn so much about als react to the highs and lows bad game, make sure to car- sport that is more closely re- your business partners and INSTANTLY IMPROVE YQUB GOLF GAME of golf can be synonymous ry your sense of humor with lated to business than golf. clients by playing golf with ' USING TIPS FROM THE GREAT MASTER with how they would in life. you. The relatedness of business them. The game reveals val- Staying calm and getting out "Your behavior during the to golf spans from compa- ues, ethics and reaction to of a bad shot can show a cer- round is going to be remem- nies sponsoring professional stress. Acts of courtesy are tain level of tenacity. bered a lot longer than your tournaments, such as the lo- demonstrated by pulling the Dr. Balian has used golf score," Balian said. cal Farmers Insurance Open pin at the hole, shooting in many of times in his busi- If you are interested in of Torrey Pines, to major the correct order and a prop- ness career, and he feels that learning the mental side of business decisions and ne- er attitude while in the lead. not being available to play golf, Balian's book is avail- gotiations being done on the According to Dr. Balian, in certain circumstances has able on Amazon or at http:// course. golf and life intermix in even hurt him at times. www.buddhaplay s 18 .com/. Health & Fitness Probiotics: make this bacteria your friend reiMMwH p "i*r I—¡1! WÊÊÊÊÊ I BY RACHEL GALLEGO HEALTH COLUMNIST Probiotics, also known as "good" bacteria, are live mi- croorganisms that inhabit our bodies naturally. They have become of pop- ular interest recently because of the supposed health bene- fits. Although the FDA has not yet approved any of its health claims, probiotics are used to help with certain health con- ditions, especially with the digestive health of our gas- trointestinal tracts. The body, especially *he Coastal view of Downtown San Diego from Cabrillo on a sunny day courtesy of Alison Seagle. gastrointestinal tract, is host to many different species of bacteria that are not consid- specific uses of probiotics, ed bacteria. Probiotics may Visit Cabrillo & play in the tide pools ered to be germs but neces- the research is looking prom- also stimulate the immune sary for proper functioning. ising. The possible beneficial response. BY ALISON SEAGLE , Probiotics, which are found mechanisms of probiotics for While there still needs to SPORTS COLUMNIST in products like supplements human health include reduc- be strong evidence provided Get Out! and yogurt, contain similar ing harmful microorganisms on probiotics, they generally Nestled at the end of Point The journey that turns offright b y the en- bacteria that are beneficial in the GI tract and producing seem to be safe for use. Talk Loma, Cabrillo National is filled with trance to the park. From three for our gut. antimicrobial compounds, to your doctor before using Monument and the many different parking lots, hikers Although sufficient scien- which either destroy or sup- probiotics. great trails that surround it sweeping views can find a trail and continue tific evidence is lacking for press the growth of unwant- offer terrific views of San of the beautiful their journey, witnessing the Diego Bay and the Pacific harbor and waves crashing on the cliffs Ocean. and experiencing a closer This national park, which Coronado Island. view of the ocean. is the only one in San Diego Cabrillo National Monu- County, has two levels to ex- water stations along the trail, ment is open daily from 9 plore for some fun and exer- so it is advised that hikers a.m. to 5 p.m. There is a $5 cise in the outdoors. bring their own water and entrance fee per car. More in- The top level of the park utilize the facilities by the formation about Cabrillo can includes the visitors' center lighthouse before beginning be found at http://www.nps. and the lighthouse. The bay their venture. gov/cabr/index .htm. side trail is a 2.5 mile round There is also another short trip hike that starts at the Old trail that starts at the light- Point Loma Lighthouse and, house and offers views to not surprisingly, weaves its the west, including a lookout way along the bay side of the for whales during December park. From this trail, visitors through February and the can pass by old clues to Point kelp forest. Loma's role and existence After checking out the top- during WWI and WWII. The side trails, lighthouse and journey is filled with sweep- Cabrillo Statue, there is still ing views of the beautiful more to see down at the tide harbor and Coronado Island. pools . The tide pools can be Learn more: Bastyr.is/Success • 855-4-BASTYR Tliere are no restrooms or reached by a narrow road Seattle • San Diego Dr. Heidi Breuer specializes in Shakespeare, King Arthur and feminism University of Arizona. Her love of "King Arthur" sto- ries led her to become a Me- Faculty Profile dievalist and Renaissance BY AMANDA LENOX She explains that the book scholar. Professor Breuer FEATURES EDITOR will analyze "how represen- also specialized in feminist tations of these supernatural theory, gender studies and Known for her energet- figures are linked to the way sexuality studies. ic and passionate teach- in which gender norms op- Once out of graduate ing style, Professor Heidi erate. The idea is that we're school, Professor Breuer Breuer is one of the most asking if these texts are worked at a university in fascinating Literature & feminist, [and] do they have Ohio. Although she liked Writing professors on cam- possibilities for women to the job, Ohio itself was not pus. enjoy strong characters." the right fit. She wanted to The classes she usually Professor Breuer received look for another university teaches include: Survey of her Bachelor's degree from similar to the one she was Medieval and Renaissance Florida Southern College in working at, one that valued Literature (LTWR 308A), both Biology and English. diversity and egalitarian ac- Studies in Shakespeare While working on her biolo- cess. (LTWR 402), Fantastic gy degree, she took English "Cal State was a good Journeys (LTWR 206) and classes for fun. Professor fit for me because it is a Workshop in Argument and Breuer wanted to be in a teaching-oriented univer- Analysis (LTWR 307). She field full of the things she sity and it serves students also teaches different spe- loved to do. from a broad range of back- cial topics at the graduate She was encouraged by grounds," Professor Breuer level including Arthurian her professors to get her said. Literature, Old English Lit- Master's degree, so she con- The greatest accomplish- erature and Tolkien. tinued her focus in English ment for Dr. Breuer comes Another popular class Dr. and earned her M.A. from from seeing students get Breuer teaches is The Mon- Florida State University. excited "about the assigned strous, the Grotesque and While in the M.A. program literature. the Occult (LTWR 340), at Florida State, Professor "I like working with stu- which also helped with the Breuer was "thrown right dents. I especially enjoy mo- research for the book she is into the classroom." ments where I see that stu- working on. Currently, Dr. "The very first semester dents-have learned to think Breuer is writing a book ti- that I started my M.A., I critically about texts. I like tled 4 Is the Zombie Apoca- started teaching two classes seeing students' improve- lypse Good For Feminism?,' of first year writing [GEW Photo of Doctor Heidi Breuer taken by Amanda Lenox during the interview for this article. ment in writing. I also get which focuses on witches, excited when students link equivalent], along with what they're doing in class zombies and vampires in taking two classes. What I teach. I found it rewarding Professor Breuer said. cpme a cpllege professor and to the outside world or to popular culture. found was I really liked to to be teaching students," She then decided to be- received her Ph.D. from the culture." DIY Corner Shamrock Shakes BY AMANDA LENOX FEATURES EDITOR St. Patrick's Day may be over, but you don't have to be celebrating the holiday to enjoy a green-themed drink! 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BY KATUN SWEENEY planning, coordinating and years and know its capacity." "This job is so socially in- EDITOR-IN-CHIEF scheduling but it is also the Provencio and Nagel both volved with students, staff operational side. We have 19 work underneath Megan and faculty that you just operations employees that Simpson, the Professional meet so many different peo- Gabri Provencio and Tay- I oversee, who take care of Events Planner for the USU ple. They start to recognize lor Nagel are the forces be- cleaning, set up and making who also works for Events you on campus and it is good hind some of the most suc- sure that the event is ready. I and Conference Services. to build positive relation- cessful events at the Clarke also plan the order of events, They work to represent the ships with clients because and the University Student how they are set up and who Events office, Clarke and you work with them multi- Union. does that work," Nagel said. Union well through their ple times," Provencio said. Both Provencio and Na- Provencio picked up the hard work and networking "A lot has been expected of gel initially applied for staff majority of her communica- with various individuals and me and I am glad that 1 have information desk positions tion and management skills groups on campus. been able to fulfill expecta- at the Clarke. The last inter- * in high school, where she "I know a lot of students tions and to be a good face of view of the day, Nagel stood planned pep rallies, met with involved in various orga- the Union." out immediately due to her the administration once a nizations, so it is easier for Provencio and Nagel strive outgoing personality and week and eventually became me to contact people for for careers in the business dedication to working hard. ASB president. When she specifics and events. I build field after graduating from Under Jamie Rose, the previ- turned in her application last relationships amongst pro- college. Nagel plans to apply ous Clarke Events Coordina- semester, Provencio was no- fessional staff as well, and for a professional manage- tor, she was appointed to the tified of an Events Assistant when events happen I intro- ment position at the USU at Events intern position three opening and decided to apply duce myself," Nagel said. the end of the semester, when years ago and later became for it as well. After getting "My name is being presented she graduates with a degree an Events Assistant. When the position, she started out in that area, so when people in business entrepreneur- changes in staffing opened doing basic organizational come in they know who is ship. She aims to open her the position, Nagel then be- jobs . With the opening of the Taylor and Gabri bring dedication and strong work ethic to the Events running the events within own business in the future. came a student manager with USU, Provencio transitioned staff at the USU. Photograph taken by Katlin Sweeney. the building and who they Provencio aims to secure an an emphasis in Events, trans- into a new office and took on can ask when they need events planning position for ferring to the USU when it more responsibilities. Earlier of things that can be done in Provencio said. "It has so things. With the student staff a city or large corporation. opened. This month, she was in March, she was selected each room without a lot of much to offer to clients and I supervise, it has helped me She hopes to eventually or- promoted to the Logistics as the building's Employee options. At the Union, we are students, but the USU is just build relationships with peo- chestrate events that draw Coordinator position for the of the Month. still in the process of figuring a whole different process. ple and delegate work. I try large crowds of people, like Union. "The Clarke is more low out what we can and cannot We have not discovered what to make their shift as enjoy- the New York City ball drop "It's still the same concept maintenance, in terms of accommodate, what we can we can do there yet, while at able as possible since they do on New Year's Eve or the behind helping with events, there is only a certain amount do and what is too much," the Clarke we have had it for a lot of hard work." Pasadena Rose Parade. International Beat Cleaning up the coast Traveling through Europe CSUSM students doing their part in helping the community BY ANNE HALL BY EMMA GRACE FAIRCHILD and her three dogs, getting DESIGN EDITOR STUDY ABROAD COLUMNIST rained on and experiencing parts of local culture. I tried The gracious and talented Sar- traditional 'tea for two' in a ah Christensen, a Resident Advi- One of the first things I garden restaurant (amazing) sor at CSUSM's dorms, took it noticed upon my arrival in and ate fishan d chips out of upon herself to motivate students Stockholm was the trend that butcher paper (also amaz- on campus to spend a beautiful, everyone I spoke with had ing). sunny Sunday cleaning up the previously done a lot of trav- On my last day, I was able coastline around the Oceanside eling. to spend several hours ex- pier. This motivated young student Group of volunteers dig up a old plastic sack from the sand, by Anne Hall. While it seemed most of ploring London itself before notified people that were liv- it was contained within Eu- my flightbac k to Stockholm, ing in her dorm and occupying rope, there were also many which was a great experi- campus to let people know that that uses fivecategories , which a little bit and it also taught us people who frequent parts Map of Europefrom mappinet.co m ence. I chose two places-pri- the event was taking place on comes from an established cur- how to use public transportation, of Africa, the Middle East or to my arrival and simply March 9. Students gathered at ricular model that focuses on so there were various levels of explored, with no destination human development to motivate learning that people could get out or Southeast Asia. At first the Sprinter and hopped a ridet o the residents while living in the of the event," Christensen said. I was intimidated by the cohol is cheap and duty free, or plan. Camden Market was the end of the line to catch some dorms. Among those fivecat - "It was really fun. I think it worldliness of so many of and you spend a day in Esto- an interesting experience. I rays and make a difference in egories are civic engagement was cool to give back to the com- my peers. Then I consid- nia, Latvia or Finland. found it to be a big-city ver- their community. & social responsibility, holistic munity. There was a lot of trash ered the span of states I have Personally, I have already sion of Venice Beach, with- "We really try to focus our wellness, career development, that needed to be picked up," a covered in the US and how spent four days in England out the body builders. I had a events so that people can not leadership & interpersonal de- Quad resident and second year new friends here would press and have a five day trip to wonderful time overall, and only have fun with it, but also get velopment and critical thinking business major, Maegen Luna, me about the differences be- Poland in the works. The de- can't wait to go back and do information out of it and learn & ethical reasoning. said. tween them. Now, instead of cision to go to England was all of the touristy things Lon- something in a new experience. '1 thought of something to "It was actually very fun be- shame for never having left easy. I have a friend who don has to offer- Big Ben, the We really want to make it im- do as far as community and I cause I was able to do it with the country before this expe- lives outside of London that London Bridge, etc. And the pactful for them. Everyone real- thought that a beach clean up (CSUSM Beach cleanup flight was only two hours. ly enjoyed this event and people rience, I feel contented that I I really wanted to see (and were thanking us all day as we would be a really great thing to continued on page 8). have been to eight states and who I could stay with for I'm really looking forward were walking along the beach," do because I love animals. So explored a great deal of Cali- free). I flew into Gatwick to my trip to Poland. I am go- the event's coordinator, Sarah I thought we could go around Classified Ads fornia (which is large enough airport in London. With a bit ing with a friend from school and pick up all the trash and ev- of help from the aforemen- this time, so all of the costs Christensen, said. erything and get some sun for HELP WANTED on its own). RA's work off of a model SUMMER DAY CAMP JOBS: But since I have settled in tioned friend, I bought train can be shared and experienc- Southern California. Swim- Scandinavia, I realize the tickets in advance, which es had together. After that, a Southern California ming, horses, crafts, beaches, , proximity of so many unique would deposit me in her cruise to Tallinn in Estonia is Summer Day Camps sports,archery/ropes courses, cultures, languages and land- country suburb. Evenlhough definitely in order, and may- hiking & more! Make a differ- scapes. There are afford- Sweden is, fairly easy to get be a trip to the other side of Seeking Outstanding Summer Staff ence! www.DayCampJobs.com able-flights (less than $75 around as an English speak- Sweden to see Gothenburg. for round trips sometimes), ing traveler, it was a relief to Ultimately, living in the Counselors and Instructors Make a FOR SALE see every sign and hear every states gives me proximity to for swimming, horses, beach difference in a Do you have something you'd boats for cruises to sever- child's tife this announcement in my native see other parts of the states, activities, sports, crafts, hiking, like to sell? Try inexpensive al neighboring countries summer! classified ads in The Cougar and comfortable, affordable language in England. I end- and living in Europe gives ropes courses, archery, & morel Chronicle, $13 for 25 words or trains as well. Weekends be- ed up spending a three day me the opportunity to see less. Questions? Email us at: tween exams are notorious weekend playing around the more diverse and historical csusmchronicle.advertising® for "booze cruises." The al- country side with my friend parts of the world. www.DayCampJobs.com gmail.com. Opinion Editor: Lauren Hammond [email protected] 'Far From Afghanistan' portrays life after 9/11 Can child abuse be proven? Recognizing the emotions of veterans and civilians alike The testimonio of a Mexican woman BY ANNE HALL BY YOLANDA CATANO DESIGN EDITOR OFFICIAL SELECTION WORLD PREMIERE CONTRIBUTOR TORONTO FESTIVAL DEL FILM hat he got away with what he The war against terrorism INTERNATIONAL { is the longest lasting war in FILM FESTIVAL LOCARNO Recent headlines have did to me haunted me as I U.S. History. As it continues 2012 2012 sparked much controversy grew up. ..^Jadi time I saw on, the media scarcely iden- in and outside of Hollywood tifies the current events re- i>ept. 11, but the dark cloud even though our media acts for the February x issue of my BbumWmé1 f on a lated to its activities. People over our nation and its peo- like it is over. I get my in- NYT.com, in which Dylan begin to forget that American ple will reign for generations formation from a news page Farrow's letter addressed poster, on troops are still fighting a bat- to come. on Facebook that I follow, Woody Allen. • lelevisioi^Äpnly hide tle that many no longer un- "It was a very enlighten- and through word of mouth The commentaries follow- derstand ther significance of. ing film which lifted the veil when I discuss recent news ing the letter lends support to my panic unilf reìind a place While he is working in Mo- of current events that most with friends and family. I Farrow, and many of those to be alone and fall apart.^ bile, Alabama for the next six Americans are oblivious to. do not know why the troops commentaries described NEW fill TIMES months, my husband brought Speaking for myself, I was are there. My guess is that similar experiences of sexu- to my attention that the local unaware that we were still they are keeping a watch al abuse without the Holly- http://www.jossip.com/2014/02/dylan-farrow-speaks-out-about-w0ody-al- radio station's morning show at war with Afghanistan on Al-Qaeda to make sure wood light. I could not help len-details-harrowing-expe/ was addressing that the U.S. and the imagery produced they do not attack the U.S. but ponder the thought of is currently in peacetime. from watching the film was again," an Events Assistant how we could come to prove ically hurt, but I had no idea we prove Farrow's version The show also said that our very heart wrenching and at the Clarke and the Uni- accusations of child abuse? that I could report it or to of the story? What, she was United States Army will be has made me curious as to versity Student Union, Gabri As a Mexican woman who let my parents know. Issues asking for it too? Oh, she is downsized by the U:S. gov- why media only covers 'two Provencio, said. experienced child sexual such as this are sensitive, es- after Allen's money? Or to ernment during peacetime in percent' of this war," Lana "Sequestration and budget abuse at the age of seven, I pecially similar to Farrow's some exaggerated nonsense order to reduce cost in mili- Cook, film screening attend- pressures continue to place can attest to the experience case where the person doing arguments of some, well she tary spending. ee, said. unacceptable pressure on where, based on the lack of the abuse is someone who just wants attention. Well, Among these issues, the A fellow student and Veter- our Army, its soldiers, fami- evidence that victims are is close to us. When I came of course all women NEED creators of Tar From Af- an who attended the screen- lies and civilian employees. sometimes unable to provide, to the realization that I was attention, especially THAT ghanistan' reflect on media ing was not willing to share Military retirement and retir- we are questioned whether raped, there was no way I kind of attention. Despite na- coverage of the war, replay- his perspective of the film ee health care programs are the alleged sexual abuse oc- could have gone to report it tional statistics of child sex- ing imagery of the Twin because of the hardship that under attack by those who curred. Alleged; interesting to the police because I had no ual abuse for example where Towers exploding on impact he encountered by watching view the programs as 'overly word. I cannot think of rea- report of his semen in me. It 1 and 5 girls and 1 in 20 from the plane crashes, sym- the film.Th e content truly hit generous' and programs af- sons why a seven year old was too late. boys experience child abuse bolizing the dust settling on home, and touches on issues fecting the Army's ability to would happen to give such a Feministing.org published according to the National America, while the people that spark emotions that run train and equip its forces are vivid story of the abuse and an OpEd titled: Don't be Center for Victims of Crime. of Afghanistan suffer and deep. whittled away," according to still be questioned. Now, I friends with Rapists. In an Yeah, they made those statis- casualties of innocents are As soldiers return home the Association of the United do understand that as a so- attempt to call attention the tics up as well. constantly mutilated by our and are slowly discharged States Army (AUSA) News ciety we live under the Rule issue of the impact celebri- The subject on the 'culture soldiers who are directed to from service due to govern- membership report for 2014. of Law, and we are to always ties have to the public, the of silence' is often spoken of follow orders. ment budget cutbacks, they There is so much to the sto- be viewed innocent until foci of the article posed at- in academia, but there is still This film is not for the are left to society and their ry still untold. The average proven guilty. What about if tention to the rapists. In her a massive silence in Mexican faint of heart. Anyone with families to work through civilian will never have the you cannot prove the guilt? article, Alexandra Brodsky culture for example. The sto- post-traumatic stress disor- the horrors that were experi- capacity to fully understand. It is a controversial subject, calls viewer's attention to ry of Farrow addresses the der is advised to consider the enced in the name of protect- There is no true way of de- especially when concerning the power celebrities have. need for women to step out effect that this film's content ing and defending a country scribing the full experience children. Unfortunately, the power of their shell and stop silenc- may have and is advised to that appears tcv have forgot- of tragedy that is suffered by For Farrow's disdain, there and money Allen , who has ing their oppressed voices. It take heed before considering ten about them. Our mili- a soldier or sailor that joined is no form of evidence that denied the allegations, has is a difficult subject indeed. watching the film. For all the tary counts every soldier as a the service to defend the provided enough proof. Then utomaticaily ,given him the Especially when there is sup- truth that is neglected; this body. When that body is un- rights of his or her people to there is the psychological ef- upper hand in the situation. portive evidence for women film has captured. There is fit to fulfill its purpose, it is find out that their sacrifices fect of child abuse that arises We cannot avoid the concept that suggests reasons not to no bias. There is no creative disregarded in a manner that were ignored. issues well beyond evidence of power relations regard- speak because what is the obstruction of the storyline. is of the smallest expense to 'Far From Afghanistan' of proof. For example, in my ing Farrow and Allen in this point if men can get away There is only document- government funding as pos- is a film that should not be case, I was sexually abused case, and the advantage Al- with it without repercussion. ed film of events that have sible, in hopes of saving the missed. This act of human- for a period of years. As a len has over Farrow due to Especially in cases where taken place in both America taxpayers' dollars. Yet in the itarianism does not end with child I was unaware that his millionaire status. child sexual abuse is dis- and Afghanistan due to this long run, this is costing so- just the film. Various orga- child abuse existed or that No, but really, how can missed because ALLEGED- war and recorded statements ciety and the Department of nizations work with the de- it was wrong. Yes, I lived in we call attention the issue of LY women cannot present from people that are living Veterans Affairs far more in velopers of the film to create fear, and I knew how it phys- child sexual abuse? How can enough evidence. within the more than a de- expenses for being proactive public awareness. For more cade worth of terror in its in findingthes e people help. information, visit http://far- Foot health: the bare foot trend returns with summer months wake. The dust may have "I am aware that the war in fromafghanistan.org. Improper shoes hurt far more than just feet and legs when worn regularly settled in New York City on Afghanistan is still going on BY LAUREN HAMMOND the lower half of the body's to osteoarthritis in joints. In OPINION EDITOR inclined, forward position. all honesty, barefoot is the COUGAR CHRONICLE STAFF Heals also cause abnormali- best and most natural way to It goes without saying ties in the way people walk go. However, due to health EDITOR-IN-CHIEF A & E EDITOR PHOTOGRAPHERS Faith Orcino Anne Hall that foot fashion at CSUSM as it limits the foot's natural and comfort concerns, many Katlin Sweeney COPY EDITOR comes in multitudes, but , DESIGN EDITOR function to push against the students are not open to the Anne Hall Lauren Hammond STAFF NEWS EDITOR DISTRIBUTION MANAGER have students considered ground when stepping. idea of going barefoot. If that Chelsey Schweitzer how their shoes may be af- These walking irregulari- is the case, it is imperative (j. Sarah Hughes Raychel Allen Rachel Smitli SPORTS EDITOR SALES REP fecting their health? ties have a critical impact on that students begin to look at Elizabeth Cruz Justin Donner Hannah Webster With the amount of walk- a person's posture, causing what kind of shoes they are Ryan Downs FEATURES EDITOR CARTOONISTS ing CSUSM students do their spine to flatten: con- wearing in order-to prevent Rachel Gallego Amanda Lenox Faith Orcino across campus, it is wise for tradicting the spine's natural long term issues with back, OPINION EDITOR ACADEMIC ADVISOR Alison Seagle them to consider how issues s-curvature. Stresses to the hip and knee abnormalities. Kent Davy Shaina Pardo with their shoes and feet can spine further displace the It is best to avoid or limit Ujuren Hammond STAFF CONTINUED CONTACTS contribute to joint issues as body's hips by putting too use of heeled and pointed The Cougar Chronicle is published [email protected] well as hip and back pain. much pressure on the lower twice a month on Wednesdays during shoes as well as flip-flops; [email protected] Shoes with even the slightest back. Chronic overuse of the pointed shoes and flip-flops Resty Grey the academic year. Distribution in-, heel can affect the way men hip-flexors then leads to ex- can cause abnormalities in Jordan Brooks [email protected] dudes 1,500 copies across 6 stands and women walk. Megan Habeger [email protected] positioned throughout the CSUSM cessive force on knee joints. toe grip, displacing natural Emma Grace Fairchild [email protected] campus. Heeled shoes cause feet To alleviate some of the ex- foot rhythms. Instead, stu- Nikki Thomas [email protected] Letters to the Editor should include to point in a downward po- cess pressure on the knees, dents should take the time Alex Maravillas [email protected] a first and last name and should be un- sition, putting unnecessary the body tends to react by to consider shoes that are Caitlyn Thibodeau [email protected] der 300 words, submitted via email. It is the policy of The Cougar Chronicle pressure on the forefoot. adjusting the shin inward. comfortable and that aid in Zach Schanzenbach Our Website: csusmchronide.com not to print anonymous letters. The Office Phone: 760 - 750 - 6099 When pressure is placed on Aside from daily discom- stabilizing the foot before Cougar Chronicle reserves the right Office Fax: 780 - 750 - 3345 the forefoot, people tend to fort, continual unnatural conquering "Cal State Stair to reject any Letter to the Editor for Our office is located in Craven 3500 lean backward, contradicting walking habits can even lead Master." any reason. A & E Editor: Faith Orcino [email protected] omic Book Corner Marvel ladies take the lead roles to a whole new level of excitement BY FAITH ORCINO Former DC Comics writer, G. see her attempt to balance her these conflicts, Danvers will A&E EDITOR Willow Wilson, and Runaways time between her missions and have new ways to prove she is co-creator/artist, Adrian Al- some of the crazy lawsuits her "Earth's Mightiest Hero". The Within the list of titles in phona, combined their talents firm gets. Marvel employs the first issue was available in print the "All-New Marvel NOW!" to introduce the new Ms. Mar- help of watercolor illustrator, on March 12. phase, fans can findne w books vel, Kamala Khan. Khan is the Kevin Wada, to create beauti- "Elektra" - The assassin in taking a more personal look first Muslim character of Mar- ful covers of the single issues. red goes on her own with a new at some of their favorite super vel Universe to receive a solo March 5 was the release of is- series to be released in April. women. book series. Both editor, Sana sue two. Former co-writer of Batwom- These stories take place af- Black Widow, Captain Marvel, She-Hulk and others return with new solos. Amanat, and writer, Wilson, "Captain Marvel" - A new an, Haden Blackman, and vet- ter last year's "Infinity" story are Muslim and work to deliv- chapter for Carol Danvers eran Marvel artist, Mike Del arc and is a new chapter for er the teen Pakistani American starts with the re-launch of Mundo, plan to show a more the 2012 Marvel NOW! event. Avenger, Natasha Romanoff's of Black Widow. The fourth is- superhero. Issue Two will be on "Captain Marvel". Writer, Kel- graceful side to Elektra. The Four iconic characters are giv- life. While most know her as sue was out on March 12. shelves March 19. ly Sue DeConnick, returns with book will be about -her trying en the spotlight, as well as one a member of the lead heroic "Ms. Marvel" - In 2010, writ- "She-Hulk" - Jennifer Wal- artist, David Lopez, as Danvers to find a way out of the dark newcomer under a familiar team, Romanoff still is an as- er Brian Reed and his creative ters, cousin of Bruce Banner, travels a different path. She world she lived in New York name. sassin. Punisher writer works team released the last issue of is back with writer, Charles faced many of her past de- for many years. "Black Widow" - released Nathan Edmonson with veter- "Ms. Marvel." Now, a new Soule, and lead artist, Javier mons, including the very being For more information on any in January. Readers are tak- an artist Phil Noto to shed light creative team brought back Pulido, showing a closer look that gave her the powers she of these series, visit your local en along the other side of on this private and covert side this series with a new girl role. at the life of She-Hulk. Readers has now. After dealing with comic vendor or Marvel.com

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This month, things that we were picking Dr. Cheng will perform a pi- up, I was thinking about how ano recital for the benefit of it could impact animals if they • ! DR.CHING.MIN4 Tracklist: ate it. I'm always watching students. i I CHENG t ' Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng 11 iiip^§i m ¡§ j| n 11111 § n § 1 j n -11111111111 $ i ¡¡¡¡¡ii NIIHM documentaries about things on plans to conduct a piano re- the soda cans and how much cital with an emphasis on 01. "Please Don't Go (kuma remix)" by Mike Posner a difference picking up those art and imagery, showcasing little things can do for the few pieces inspired by paintings. 03. "Trying To Be Cool (Robotaki Remix)" by Phoenix animals that we might help. I In another sense, these piec- ness, and the ability to gener- thought that was pretty cool," es are those that give the im- ate different levels of timbres 03, "Better Days (Ellie Goulding v. Outkast v. Vanderway)** another Quad resident, Rio pression of creating images in music to create peculiar by Ricky Cervantes Amman, said. themselves. images for the listener." i "My roommates wrote it "I would say the theme for In order for the audience to 04, * Aequarium 2013 Illumination Mix" on the board in our dorm. We this program is 'use music get a better understanding of found out from our RA, Sarah. (piano) to paint,'" Cheng the mindset the composers By DA (Dirty Androids) and Aequarium She came by and told us about said. were in upon the creation it and had the sign up sheet so It's a fittingtheme ; the piec- of the pieces, Cheng will be 05, "Fly Away To The Black Moon » by TeddyLoid we really felt like we wanted to es she intends to use include displaying some of the paint- / iSliil 3 iiÄ^^p^^llliä do it," Rio's roommate, Zhaina works by Russian composers ings that inspired the music. 06, "Electronic Dance Music Mix" by DJ Meji Moya, said. Mussorgsky and Rachmani- Cheng, who has a long his- Sarah Christensen offered the noff and French composers tory of both solo and collab- event to her residents first,an d Debussy and Messiaen. orative performances around 07, "Take Me Home feat. Bebe Rexha (Kastra Remix)" then went around the Quad to 'These composers wrote the world including partici- by Cash Cash engage others and find equal their compositions based on pating in the Second Chinese interest in joining the group. the paintings they saw and International Piano Competi- 08, "Strangers To Find (Extended) [Seven Lions x Zedd}" "We want to do it again and wanted to create a musical tion in 2009, voiced her ex- make the event an even bigger 'image' of the painting," citement over the event. by flipboitamidles one," Christensen said. Cheng said. "I really hope the audience The next event is tentative- Cheng hopes this will give will enjoy this journey of 09, "We're Dreaming (Zedd & Foxes v. Skrillex & Kaskade) ly scheduled for 8 ajn. on students a better understand- both visual and musical eve- by Ricky Cervantes April 26. People interested ing of the links between ning of some major twentieth in participating in the event various arts and the ways in century works," Cheng said. can contact Sarah directly which the visible and the au- She worked as an educator 10, "Dearly Beloved (Vose Remix)" by Yoko Shimomura at [email protected]. dible inform and inspire one at over six universities, but edu. another. Cheng currently works as an Dr. Cheng's fascination associate music professor on with the artistic blends be- campus. Her website can be in Los Angeles, designed by tween music and imagery fu- visited at www.chingming- 'Young & Sick,' who 'Fos- els the project, leading to her cheng.com For more infor- ter the People' collaborated use of primarily impression- mation on the recital and to BY CAITLYN THIBODEAU & FAITH ORCINO with before for the cover of ist music which ranks among purchase tickets, visit www. STAFF WRITER & A&E EDITOR "Torches." The band planned the more colorful personali- csusm.edu/vpa. tour dates through both the ties in music style. The recital will last a little million. After the release be- spring and summer seasons, "Impressionist music is over an hour, with a brief in- ing pushed back, it is finally including performing two one of my favorite styles of termission. It will be held at hitting stores on March 18. 'Foster The People' days at this year's Coachella music," she said. "[It's] best 7 p.m. on Thursday, March RottenTomatoes.com gives music festival and overseas known for its colors, light- 27 in Arts 111. it 4.5 out of 5 stars. Critics returns with new in Europe. Visit http://www. called it a "winter wonder . album fosterthepeople.com/ to find of a family "film" with ¡prin- more on the band and their cesses that "we can definite- The 2009 indie pop group upcoming performances. ly warm up to." After seeing 'Foster the People' dropped this movie myself, I would their second album, Super- definitely say it's a must see. model, on March 18. Earlier It transforms the stereotypes this year, they released the 'FrozenV tale associated with fairy tales by single "Coming of Age" and warms hearts featuring strong female leads it was a teaser to what fans and a meaningful story of will hear and see on this new Disney's 'Frozen' has been two sisters finding out who album. Its music video in- one of this year's top block- they are as individuals as cludes a special time-lapse of busters, grossing over $864 well as a family. the cover art as a large mural