Photo courtesy of yowazzup.com Manny Beltran/The Runner Photo courtesy of magxone.com Prince of Persia came to theatres last week. See story Kasie Muro presents an award to Heather Veitch. See Summer fashion is upon us. See story on Page 2. on summer movies on Page 3. story on Page 5.

June 2, 2010

One copy per person of each edition is Vol. 35, No. 24 www.csub.edu/runner FREE free. Additional copies 50 cents each. The tail tale pond Endangered Photo by sports here to stay Breanna Cooper/The Runner By Mark Nessia discontinued at the end Managing Editor of the 2009-10 academ- [email protected] ic year. There was a For the past two weeks, Korean chance all four sports sculptor Byoung-Tak Mun had Applause filled the would be saved if the been creating a more than 25- room as CSUB programs raised $1.4 foot spiraling dragon tail out of President Horace million by the end of rebar and branches in the Art Mitchell made the May. Department at California State much-anticipated Mitchell said just over University, Bakersfield. On announcement regard- $700,000 has been Friday, May 28, the half-ton ing the fate of four raised to this point sculpture was placed by crane sports on the verge of toward the $1.4 million onto cement footings in the pond being discontinued. goal, but the strong on the west side of campus. In “Based on my confi- support for the effort Korean mythology, the dragons dence in their ability to and the enthusiasm represent nature. This sculpture reach their goal this Mark Nessia/The Runner about it led him to CSUB President is Mun’s final project in his Nine year and in the future, I believe that it can be Horace Mitchell Dragon series, which inhabit dif- have decided to save done. ferent countries around the announces he will the sports,” Mitchell “save the sports.” “The leaders of the world. An interpreter was avail- said. effort have expressed During the announce- able for interviewing the artist Mitchell addressed the confidence that by ment of the 2010-2011 and students and Art fate of four endangered September they would CSUB budget strategy, Department staff were also in CSUB sports Tuesday, have raised all of the it was revealed that attendance. June 1, in the $1.4 million,” Mitchell men’s and women’s Information courtesy of Public Dezember Leadership said. “I’m not sure that golf, women’s tennis Information Center foyer. [ See SPORTS, Page 5] and wrestling would be

Photo courtesy of www.calstate.edu CSU employs a diverse workforce. Runner File Photo A team tries to figure the answer to a “Brains of Bakersfield” question. CSU system branches ‘Brains’ tests your smarts By Ashton Summers This Saturday 20 or 30 teams of sented that year. out with cultural diversity Staff Writer 10 will gather at the Icardo center Basically the way the competition By Miguel A. Ceja report. [email protected] to carry out the fifth-annual works is people sign up as a group Staff Writer The San Francisco based agency, “Brains of Bakersfield.” of 10 and will answer 10 ques- [email protected] which partners with government to What goes better than answering Cocktails start at 6:30 p.m., and tions from 10 different categories create solutions for problems in trivia questions like “beer or questions begin at 7 p.m. - so 100 questions in all. On May 10, the California State fields ranging from climate change wine?” For those who are wondering — The event is coordinated by University system released a 115- to homeland security, studied the Apparently watching your pro- “Brains of Bakersfield” is a gener- Men’s Soccer head coach Simon page report entitled, “Working for social, economic, environmental and fessors and fellow students duke it al knowledge trivia competition. Tobin, who has now been at California: The California State technological impacts of the state- out with their brains to see who is The purpose of the event is for California State University, University System.” wide system. the “brainiac” champion or cham- fun, and of course a way to donate Bakersfield for 23-years. Inner City Fund (IFC) International The study depicts the economic pions. to whatever given charity is repre- [See BRAINS, on Page 5] conducted the study leading to the [See CSU, on Page 5] CSUB names new police chief

By Zaina Madain degree in public administration at CSUB. He A personal goal of Williamson is he wants ating. He has officiated soccer, baseball, Staff Writer has also been teaching at CSUB. to be very involved on campus. He said he football and softball. Williamson likes the [email protected] Williamson has been around the sheriff’s “wants to attend ASI meetings and meet beach, and enjoys anything with sports. He office for over 32 years. He retired on May other campus groups and organizations.” also enjoys volunteering because he likes On May 17 Marty Williamson was appoint- 14 to become the new chief of police at He most definitely wants to be “proactive.” giving back to the community. ed chief of police for California state CSUB. He is going to be very participative and out When asked about how his experience has University, Bakersfield. CSUB’s new chief of police “truly believes on campus. been so far he said: “ I love it. It has been Williamson grew up in Bakersfield. He in education.” Since he enjoys teaching, he In his spare time, Williamson loves to focus very refreshing with positive greetings. This attended North High School and got his thought it was a great idea to be in law on family time. He loves attending his chil- is a new experience and I am very excited degree in criminal justice and master’s enforcement in an academic setting. dren’s sport games. He enjoys sport offici- and very fortunate and honored.”

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This week, The Runner asked, “What are your thoughts on the decision to bring back the four sports?” Ashlee Thornycraft, Brady Garner, Brittany St. John, Herlinda Alcala, Junior, PEAK Junior, Public Sophomore, Junior, PEAK Health Political Science “It’s good that we “ I was very excited “They shouldn’t be “Its good that the can come back because I was at cut in the first place, sports teams can come because I can finish Portland State and but I’m happy back, but sucks that they dropped me last my senior year and they’re back and year and I didn’t want they have to fundraise all the other girls are that to go through the can’t wait to view their own money.” able to stay.” same thing again.” more sporting events by them.” THE RUNNER Volume XXXV, Issue 24 The Runner California State University, Bakersfield Summer cognizance 9001 Stockdale Hwy. Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099 Telephone 661.654.2165 By Scott Roberts of July, trips to Disneyland one remembers. day earn the degree. Now car to work, where you will Fax 661.654.6905 Staff Writer and Sea World. But has the season of fun the task at hand is to be lucky be for at least 40 hours a E-mail [email protected] [email protected] Swimming so long that a really changed all that much? enough to find a job, let week, and then drive it home floating sensation is still felt It is the sigh of relief. It is alone one that pays well to your now larger and more editorialstaff Oh the joy of summer. even when out of the pool. the break from early morn- enough. expensive living quarters to EDITOR-IN-CHIEF It is not the same as it used Eating grilled hotdogs until ings in class and late nights It is then only necessary to sleep. Ashley Sizemore to be though, but in many stomachs want to explode studying. It is the signal that work harder, sleep less and Then the next step, which [email protected] ways it is the same. while fighting off raging research papers and finals have less time with friends. can be placed in any order - MANAGING EDITOR Everyone remembers the herds of flies and then are over, unless the dreaded One must work harder than even before college, is to get Mark Nessia summers of our youth. protesting over the rule of summer school is being the next person in order to married and have children. [email protected] The Bakersfield heat, waiting 30 minutes before taken. move up in rank and make This process of working pounding down on soon to swimming again. Running It is also the season of trips, more money. The spoils of harder and sleeping less con- NEWS EDITOR Racella De Guia be burnt skin. Running from the older kid who only now to Las Vegas these hard earned winnings tinues until one day these [email protected] around in the sprinklers and always had the super soaker instead of Sea World. Hot are most likely a bigger place kids are no longer kids and fighting over who gets to so big that he could barely dogs are still eaten and water to live with a even bigger they too need to go to col- FEATURES EDITOR play with the water hose or hold it. fights are still had. payment. lege. This must of course be Melissa Villagomez trips to the beach, with par- These thoughts should It is almost like summer is The next step is to work paid for so that your kids will [email protected] ents. Playing miniature golf bring back nostalgic memo- the signal for us to run from even harder to make more learn how to work even hard- ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR and video games at Camelot ries for many. the endless nagging of the money so that old college er than you have. Olivia Duncan Park. At first glance the summer future and chase the ever clunker of a car can be trad- Enjoy the summers while [email protected] Going to see movies during of the young adult is very fading days of our past. ed in and upgraded to some- you still have them. the day and staying up all different – alcohol soaked Enjoy it while it lasts. thing nicer with again a big- “I want something else to get SPORTS EDITOR night, driveway firework days of scantily clad bodies One bears the burden of the ger payment. This of course me through this semi- Manny Beltran [email protected] presentations on the Fourth and party induced nights no endless classes to finally one is so you can drive this new charmed kind-of life.”

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ADVISER John Emig [email protected] newsroomstaff Phillip Barnett, Matt Bernacchi, Miguel Ceja, Stephanie Chavez, Breanna Cooper, Alyssa Fechner, Victor Garcia, Kat Haas, Vincent Jose, Celia Kelly, Zaina Madain, Blanca Martinez, Alex Mitts, Porshay Spencer, Ashton Summers, Scott Roberts, Juan Torres, Eloy Vieyra ABOUT The Runner is a laboratory news- paper published weekly, in con- junction with the Department of Communications at California State University, Bakersfield. The Runner believes all advertis- ing to be correct but cannot Summer fashion: don’t be a tool or a guarantee its accuracy or be responsible for its outcome. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letters to the Editor are encour- aged; however, they must be muffin-top diva signed and verified to be consid- ered for publication and should By Kat Haas Tip one: Keep it classy. Stay cool and stylish by substituting from your closet and shorten it. Cut- be no more than 300 words in Staff Writer The heat may make you want to some snazzy pair of sandals for your off shorts are always comfortable length. All letters may be edited [email protected] take your clothes off but honestly liv- flip-flops. and cool. But if you’re looking for a for clarity and length. ing in your bathing suit 12 hours a Tip three: Stick to bright and more sophisticated look, spend a DISCLAIMERS When summer arrives in day 7 days a week is gross. Just light colors. couple bucks at your local tailor and Views and opinions expressed in Bakersfield, a majority of people will because it’s summer, doesn’t mean Lose those dark winter clothes. have them hemmed to the perfect the Runner are not necessarily be eagerly shedding their jeans and you don’t have to get dressed. Brighten up your wardrobe. Not only length. those of the editors, staff or the searching for whatever they can find As for the ladies, although booty will you be fashionable for the sea- Tip five: It’s all about hats! Department of Communications. Each quarter’s student staff to slip into that won’t cause heat shorts keep you cool, you’re not in a son, you’ll be cooler in the hot Living in a heat intense area, pro- determines content/advertising stroke. Unfortunately, sometimes the Beyoncé video so please don’t wear weather. tecting yourself from the sun is vital. choices, with advice only from weather can go straight to the head them unless you are. Tip four: If you have the perfect Why not be fashionable while pro- the adviser. Writing, editing and and the end result can be disastrous. And gentlemen, although you think jeans, you can make them into the tecting your hair, face, and scalp photo/story selection are all So before the first 100-degree day every girl wants to see your pecks, perfect shorts. from the harmful damage caused by made by student editors. and the heat-caused delirium sets in, we don’t . Please keep your shirt on. If you’re having a hard time finding UV rays. Don’t forget to apply sun The staff of the Runner reserves here are some helpful rules to stay Tip two: There are more stylish the perfect shorts for the summer, block. the right to refuse or omit any out of a fashion slump this summer. sandals that flip-flops. just take your favorite pair of jeans advertising or material which advocates illegal activity, which many be considered libelous, irre- sponsible or tasteless.The Are you a talented writer? Check out our website, updated weekly at: Runner does not accept inserts or Do you want to showcase fabulous news writing and photography? tobacco-related advertising. www.csub.edu/runner COPYRIGHT Also look for us on Facebook: Copyright belongs to the JOIN Department of Communications THE RUNNER [email protected] at California State University, Comm 214 or Comm 414 For updates, postings and surveys to help us report on the news Bakersfield. you care about.

June 2, 2010 Entertainment 3 A concert with a Rockin’ Roots: strong foundation By Alex Mitts Though a few students seemed opposed to Staff Writer the idea of attending this event, the majority [email protected] of interviewed students are planning on attending this year’s festival. Rockin’ Roots is an event put on every year Some of Bakersfield’s local talent includes: by Tim Gardea Productions that features Dub Seeds, which plays California brand local talent as well as national touring acts. Ska/Raggae reminiscent of Sublime; Less Past acts have included artists such as The Weight for Atlas, a pop-punk four-piece; Kottonmouth Kings, Scary Kids Scaring Shilo, one of Bakersfield’s more popular Kids, Taking Back Sunday, Anberlin, Saosin, hard-rock bands consisting of two of Millionaires, Breathe Carolina and more. California State University, Bakersfield’s The event is put on by Tim Gardea with the very own students, Brandon Boggs and Matt help of sponsors such as Haddad Dodge, Gilbert; and Vogue in the Movement, Budweiser, Tilted Kilt and many more. Bakersfield quintessential pop-rock band. California Sate University, Bakersfield stu- Fans can get tickets from timgardeapre- dents are very excited for this event. sents.com, but many local bands also have Alfred Cardoza, a 25-year-old art major, tickets for sale. One may contact a band said, “My friends are playing at Rockin’ through Myspace to set up a time to make a Roots. It’s pretty cool to see my buddies’ transaction. This allows a fan to go to the names on the same flier as some of these Photo courtesy of myspace.com event and it also supports the local artist in a Dub Seeds is one of a few local bands to play at Rockin’ Roots 2010. huge bands.” quid-pro-quo deal with Gardea. James Shepard, a 22-year-old English Contrarily, some students are not very excit- year. I went last year, and felt like I paid way Rockin’ Roots 2010 will be held all day major, said, “I’m really excited. This event ed. too much money to go to a ‘Let’s get high Saturday June 5 at Stramler Park. has everything: Beer, girls and live music. Alan Miller, a 20-year-old liberal studies and listen to bro music’ festival. Not my idea What more could you want?” major, said, “I don’t think I’m going this of a good time.”

Photo courtesy of gossipteen.com Photo courtesy of buzzsugar.com Photo courtesy of disneydreaming.com Photo courtesy of wordpress.com From Left to Right: “Twilight Saga: Eclipse” comes to theaters June 30. “Get Him to the Greek” stars Jonah Hill and Russell Brand. “Toy Story 3” introduces new characters such as Ken and Barbie. And “ 2” was released on Thursday, May 27. Will summer movies be blockbusters or blunders? By Olivia Duncan in, “Get him to the Greek” with Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson come by grief at the death of his “Eat, Pray, Love” shows the jour- Entertainment Editor Russell Brand. and are back for the younger brother. ney of a happily married woman, [email protected] In this film a record company third installment of “The Twilight The summer comes to a close with while trying to get pregnant, real- intern, played by Hill, is hired to Saga: Eclipse.” “Eat, Pray, Love,” starring Julia izes her life needs to go in a differ- Not only is summer a great time to accompany an out-of-control As Bella’s, played by Stewart, Robert and James Franco on ent direction and after a painful kick back and relax after a long British rock star, played by Brand. high school graduation is fast August 13. This movie is based off divorce, she takes off on voyage school year, but it is also when Liam Neeson, , approaching, she must choose the memoir written by Elizabeth around the world. some of the biggest movies of the Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and between her love for vampire Gilbert. year come to a theater near you. Jessica Beal star in “The A-Team,” Edward, played by “Sex and the City 2” was released which hits theaters on June 11. Pattinson, and her into theaters on Thursday, May 27. This movie is based around a friendship with It has been almost two years since group of Iraq War veterans who are werewolf Jacob, What’s happening the release of the first “Sex and the trying to clear their name with the played by Lautner. City” installment, which grossed U.S. Military, who suspect the men Angelina Jolie and $415 million. of committing a crime. Liev Schreiber add (Sarah Jessica “Toy Story 3” returns on June 18 drama and adventure this week? Parker), Samantha Jones (Kim with Tom Hanks and Tim Allen. on July 23 with their WEDNESDAY, Farmer’s Market Sunday, June 6 Cattrall), Charlotte York (Kristin Woody, Buzz and the rest of the movie “Salt.” June 2 Outside Runner Café CSUB Spring Davis) and gang are dumped at a day-care cen- Jolie’s character, Black Graduates 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chamber Music () are ready to take ter after their owner, Andy, departs Evelyn Salt, is a CIA Concert you on another adventure. This to college. officer. Her loyalty Recognition Ceremony Doré Theatre film goes from New York City to The hilarious cast of “Grown to her country will be Student Union FRIDAY, June 4 the rich city of in the Ups,” consisting of , tested when a defec- Multipurpose Room CSUB Concert Band 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. . Kevin James and Chris Rock is tor accuses her of 6 p.m. Doré Theatre The highly anticipated film staring sure to make you laugh on June 25. being a Russian spy. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Theatre Senior Jake Gyllenhaal, “Prince of After their high school basketball Zac Efron and Kim THURSDAY, Projects Persia,” made its debut nationwide coach passes away, five good Basinger release Doré Arena Theatre June 3 Saturday, June 5 on May 28. The movie is based on friends and former teammates their movie, “Charlie CSUB Jazz Ensemble 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. the video game, which follows a reunite for a Fourth of July holiday St. Cloud” on July Lady Di Dress Auction plus CSUB Jazz prince who teams up with a weekend. 30. This movie fol- Education Building princess to stop an angry rule. The moment “Twilight” fans have lows Charlie St. Room 121 Singers June 4 marks the return of Jonah been waiting for will make its way Cloud, played by 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Doré Theatre Hill and this time he is costarring into theaters on June 30. Efron, as he is over- 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Editors’ summer plans Ashley Sizemore, Mark Nessia, Racella De Guia, Melissa Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor News Villagomez, Features “Work, with the “Relaxing and tak- “Record music ing pictures for occasional trip to and “Sleeping and fun instead of Disneyland and films.” swimming!” schoolwork.” Universal Studios.”

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“Going to check “Turn my brain “Moving to New “Lots of working out Sac. State.” off.” York to pursue out, an Anime con- broadcasting vention and feelin’ school.” groovy.” 4 News June 2, 2010 Professor Troup shares his love of words By Ian Nemeschy Literature – both with an emphasis tence structure. British literature survey course and which he teaches in his medieval Assistant Editor in linguistics. The English author Geoffrey in English 414, “History of the literature and early British litera- [email protected] “I always felt I was different. My Chaucer(1340-1400), who wrote English Language.” ture survey courses. He also enjoys interests were in the language the mock epic poem “Canterbury As a treat for English majors, 19th century literature, including English literature and linguistics (English) as well as the literature. Tales” set Troup on his career path. Troup reads “Canterbury Tales” Emily Bronte’s “Wuthering professor Andrew Troup has My interest in English was linguis- “My career path was really deter- out loud to students, in perfect Heights,” Charlotte Bronte’s “Jane become a respected and well-liked tics. I was always interested in lit- mined in my sophomore year with middle English, which is usually Eyre” and several Jane Austin nov- professor by English majors and erature, but also in foreign lan- Chaucer. It was a literature course, responded to with warm applause els. professors at California State guages in high school and college, but a language course also,” said from his students. The Dallas native began teaching University Bakersfield in his 17 especially French,” said Troup. Troup of a course he took on one of Troup also teaches world mythol- as a teacher’s assistant at the years with the English Department. Although Troup’s passion was his favorite writers. ogy, English 319 Structure of the University of Texas at Austin, in Students routinely seek his cours- reading literature since his child- Reading Chaucer is a challenge to English Language, and a graduate 1985, while earning his Master’s es due to his familiarity with the hood, he did not begin college as modern readers because it is writ- course entitled “Methods of degree, and then taught composi- material he teaches, his humble and an English major, because he “did- ten in Middle English, a time peri- Scholarly Research.” tion, introductory linguistics and a easy-going nature, and his helpful n’t think English would lead to a od when English was still evolving Students wishing to take a course course on writing about poetry at grading system. job.” into the form used today. with Dr. Troup are advised to the same university, after earning Troup typically teaches courses on Instead, Troup began college at Chaucer’s dialect of Middle enroll in them early in a quarter, as his Ph.D. medieval literature, the Bible as lit- Texas A&M University as a biolo- English is more accessible to mod- they do fill up fast. Like many Troup also substitute taught in erature and the English language. gy major, with thoughts of entering ern readers than others, and cer- other courses, they are not offered elementary schools for three “[I] loved reading very much, but medical school, but quit the pro- tainly more so than Old English, in often, and in most cases are offered months, while in college. Getting never felt like [I] fit in with the gram after one semester. which “Beowulf” was written. on a two-year rotating basis. acquainted with the many emotion- other literature people,” Troup said The major switch is not a decision Still, it does at times look more Troup said that he has no favorite al needs of elementary school stu- of his classmates at the University which Troup regrets at all. like a foreign language than an course and likes teaching all of dents was a challenge for him, of Texas in Austin, where he earned “My interests were always in early stage of English. them. after having college teaching expe- his Bachelor of Arts in English English.” Troup said. Troup teaches undergraduate and Some of Troup’s favorite books rience. Literature, his Master of Arts in Troup went on to write his doctor- graduate level course on Chaucer, are “Beowulf” and “Sir Gawain Troup began teaching at CSUB in English and Ph.D. in English al dissertation on Old English sen- and also discusses him in his early and the Green Knight,” both of September of 1993. CECE hosts Workshop that aids first generation students By Blanca Martinez lege possible. She came with her AVID parents in both English and The students also enjoyed a their questions. Staff writer The program began at 8 class. She learned that with Spanish. campus tour by CSUB grad- Project Director of Cal [email protected] a.m. at the Icardo Center a higher degree one earns The different workshops uate and undergraduate stu- Soap, Imelda Simos-Valde,z and opened up with Tyree more money and that it is for students were entitled: dents that allowed students says that most parents are On Saturday, May 22, Boyd, a current CSUB stu- important to believe in your- High school graduation to explore the campus, get afraid they cannot afford California Student dent who works with the an idea of what it is like to college; they do not know Opportunity and Access outreach program as stu- live away from home and what is out there. Program (Cal-Soap) pre- dent affairs, as master of “...Students are in the get familiar with the college The number one fear for sented “College: Making it ceremonies. Frank experience. students is that they will be Happen.” This is an annual Ramirez, Cal-Soap wrong track because of A resource fair allowed stu- first generation college stu- program that occurs every Board Chair and Keith dents to talk to different col- dents-going to college spring either at California Powell, EOP Director lege representatives and itself; leaving home to a State University Bakersfield from CSUB gave their lack of guidance and local business and organiza- new place. By exposing or Bakersfield College. The welcoming remarks and tion representatives. them to the school they see program serves students that spoke on the importance lack of support at The parent workshops con- that they can actually attend. are from low-income fami- of pursuing higher edu- sisted of an in-depth look at “Kern has one of the low- lies, will be the first to cation. home...” the A-G requirements and est college going rates...I’ve attend college, or are from Two middle school stu- an overview of the colleges been doing this for 17 years, areas of schools with low- dents were awarded for -Imelda Simos-Valdez and universities in I enjoy the feeling you get eligibility or college-going their well written essay California. Parents were when kids go to college. We rates. It is especially on the topic of why col- also provided with informa- make a difference. Students designed for middle school lege is important to them; self. Requirements/College tion on financial aid and are in the wrong track students and their families. first place took $500 in a After the opening session Course Eligibility; Financial scholarships, along with an because of lack of guidance The program’s goal is to scholarship. at the gym students and par- Aid/ Scholarship opportunity to hear from and lack of support at home. communicate the impor- South High student, ents were broken up into Opportunities; Four parents of current and We have proven that anyone tance of early academic Angelyn Melara started different groups for various Systems of Higher recently graduated college can make it with resources planning for college and attending “College: Making workshops. There were spe- Education and Career students. Parents were also and opportunity.” financial aid to make col- it Happen” two years ago. cial workshops provided for Technical Education. allowed to get answers for Facebook revises privacy policies Lady Di Dress By Eloy Vieyra mation completely private. share with the larger Overall, users are satisfied Staff Writer The first new feature is one Facebook community. You’ll with the new options. [email protected] simple control. You’ll be be able to block people from “I have always thought that auction able to set the content you seeing your Facebook page people should not put their The world of Facebook has create on your Facebook and your friends’ pages. whole life on a Facebook allowed many people to get page to everyone, friends of The third feature deals with page, but now I feel a little benefits arts in touch with others by a your friends, or just your third party access to user’s safer knowing that certain simple press of a button. personal information can be blocked,” By Alyssa Fechner futures, Art 302 raises Facebook users have been informa- said Martin Villalobos, a Staff Writer funds for an important able to port their personal tion. CSUB junior and Facebook [email protected] service. information so that anyone The new features Facebook user. Proceeds from the auc- who has a Facebook account says it is For some people, Facebook In Dr. Dianne Turner’s tion will go to the CSUB is allowed to view anyone’s also mak- grants them access to other information. Just recently, address the issues ing it easi- people’s profile for business Art 302, “Art in the Children’s Art Institute, there have been issues with er for you purposes. Elementary Classroom” which offers art educa- third parties using applica- that Facebook to close “I like that I’m able to put is a course designed for tion to children in the tions and also Web sites that off access advertising for my restaurant students who want to Bakersfield community. get access to user’s personal from on Facebook. Having the become teachers. users have been The auction is being information. third-party ability to reach people over Fundraising has become held June 3 in room 121 These third parties use soft- . applica- the internet has helped busi- inextricably a part of of the Education ware to send users advertise- complaining about tions ness, hopefully with these teaching, especially in Building. CSUB ments based on the informa- (such as new features, people will elementary schools. Art employees are invited tion entered on a user’s pro- games) still be confident and keep 302 addresses this as exclusively to attend file. The third parties also friends. Sharing of your con- and Web sites to your private their Facebook pages acces- well and for their beginning at 10 a.m. use this information to target tent will also apply to information. sible to third parties.” said fundraiser this quarter Doors open to the public users. This information that Facebook products launched These new features address Alejandro Ocampo, local they are hosting the Lady at 11 a.m. and the auc- was once thought of as being in the future eliminating the the issues that Facebook restaurant owner. Di Dress Auction on tion will continue until safe was accessible to third need to set new rules for dif- users have been complaining The new features have cre- campus. noon. parties. ferent types of new content, about. There are some draw- ated mixed emotions among The Lady Di Dress Turner noted that she Facebook has now imple- services, or features that are backs, however. These new users, but overall Facebook Auction will feature over hopes that this event will mented three new features introduced at a later date. features prevent people from hopes that these new options 100 items from Turner’s help to raise awareness that will help to eliminate The second privacy update finding a user if they choose will satisfy those who want own closet. These of the Art Institute, and access of user’s personal outlined today is one that to keep their information pri- to keep their information include many items from that even those who can- information if the user gives users a better handle on vate which defies the pur- away from others. Talbot’s and Chico’s as not attend the auction chooses to make their infor- what basic information you pose of the social network. well as handbags from will donate to the CSUB Dooney and Bourke and Children’s Art Institute. others. Anyone attending the Check out our website, updated weekly at: What will Turner wear auction must bring a after the auction? “A big valid government issued smile” she said. photo ID, and CSUB www.csub.edu/runner Aside from teaching employees must bring a Also look for us on Facebook: CSUB students a valu- university ID. Only able skill for their checks will be accepted. [email protected] For updates, postings and surveys to help us report on the news you care about.

June 2, 2010 Features 5 At-risk sports back next year [SPORTS, from Page 1] “We’ll munity support goes away, then there won’t they can do it during that timeframe, but, cer- probably be funding to support these sports. tainly, it would appear that there is sufficient keep it pret- “That’s when, not that the university would momentum and sufficient expressed commit- ty close to be making another decision, but that the ment that this should be possible.” the May available resources will dictate where the The funds raised to save the sports have timeframe,” program is. As long as there is strong com- been held in a separate account. Mitchell said Mitchell munity fundraising support, then these sports if they did not make the decision to save the said. “The will be a part of CSUB.” programs, they would have returned the whole point And as long as the sports remain, so will its funds. is that the athletes. Now that the decision has been made to continua- Mendoza mentioned that roughly all but retain the programs, all the funds will be tion of ath- three wrestlers have committed to return for deposited into the University Advancement letics pro- next year if the program is saved. accounts and gifts will be acknowledged as grams “They’re loyal,” Mendoza said. “They they are on an ongoing basis. means the believe in the confidence that we had that Players and coaches were relieved to hear Mark Nessia/The Runner continua- we’re going to be able to save these pro- the president’s decision. Athletes, coaches and faculty in attendance applaud during President tion of grams. They have confidence in our pro- “It feels great,” CSUB wrestling coach Horace Mitchell’s announcement that he will “save the sports.” scholarship gram. I appreciate their loyalty and their con- Mike Mendoza said. “We’ve been heading appreciate what you have when you have it.” commitments and the continuation of com- fidence in our program that we’ll be around.” toward this result since they [announced the The initial amount of $1.4 million was to mitments to coaches and schedules and such, One of those returning wrestlers is 197- cuts]. It’s kind of like the end of a match keep the programs going for two years, then and we need enough advanced notice about pound junior Riley Orozco. when you get your hand raised or they raise going on to a year-by-year approach to raise what the resources will be before we can Orozco said he was relieved to hear that the other guy’s hand, so it’s a good feeling.” funds. Mitchell said they wanted to make make the requisite commitments.” wrestling will return next season, and that he CSUB women’s tennis coach Dan McCain sure there was always a two-year cushion so Mitchell stressed that support for these did not want to wrestle anywhere else. said he was pleased to be back and that they in no year are funds being raised for next sports will come from community support Entering his senior season in the fall, feel really good about their future. McCain year - they want the next year’s funding to only. Orozco has his goals set high. said he and his team have had a good feeling already be there. “This is a decision today that says, ‘These “[I’m] training to be a national champ and prior to the announcement for some time, but Mitchell also said that the deadline for the sports will be here as long as community All-American,” Orozco said. “That’s what I that it was nice to have things official. funds would remain around the end of May. support is there in terms of raising the funds really want. I feel like I need to do that now “It’s all been a very humbling experience,” He said they might revisit that, but would not to provide the resources for those budget,’” to repay everyone who’s helped us bring McCain said. “Things like this make you make the deadline later than the end of June Mitchell said. “On the other side, if the com- back this program.” each year. Banquet honors athletes CSU helps CSUB By Vincent Jose of 3.21 in diversity Staff Writer amongst all [ CSU, from Page 1] region generating $8.2 mil- [email protected] Roadrunner impact of the 23 California lion in local tax revenue and teams. State University campuses $15.2 million in tax revenue As the Spring Quarter begins to close The through its current students for the state. The CSU sys- and summer is ever nigh, many CSUB Roadrunner of and alumni. The CSU Web tem reports CSUB alumni to events emerge to end the season on a the Year site, www.calstate.edu, earn a combined $676.4 mil- good note. Award was explains the positive impacts lion in earnings attributable One of these events was the given to one that a state-college system to their CSU degrees. Roadrunner Student-Athlete Awards male and one can provide. “As the nation’s largest and Banquet which occurred last week on female athlete “When states invest in their most diverse university sys- May 27. who helped public university systems, tem, the CSU continues to Just like every year, the Athletics inspire their Manny Beltran/The Runner the state as a whole receives serve the mission of accessi- Award Banquet is held at the Icardo team to suc- From left to right: Award winners Barbie Unfried, Alysson a lifetime earnings boost. ble, quality higher education, Center and is dedicated to rewarding cess without Moss, Nick Shannon, Mitch Monteiro, Heather Veitch, Katie The average household while keeping an eye CSUB athletes in the wide range of significance in Williams. income is systemically towards creating an environ- sports on campus. primary ath- The groups of students who took part greater in states where a mentally and economically “This night is for recognizing several letic performance. Kasie Muro present- of the night’s festivities included mem- higher percentage of the pop- sustainable future for areas in the athletics department,” said ed the award to her softball teammate bers of men’s and women’s volleyball, ulation has an undergraduate California,” commented CSUB Athletics Director Rudy Heather Veitch and Mike McCarthy men’s and women’s soccer, wrestling, university degree” states the CSU Chancellor Charles B. Carvajal, “We have awards that recog- presented the award to his baseball men’s and women’s basketball, baseball website. Reed for the Calstate.edu nize athleticism as well as academia teammate Nick Shannon. and several other teams of this year’s It is evident that the CSU news release. amongst the student athletes.” The Flachmann Award was given to student athletes. system has maintained a Back in November, Reed “This is our chance to recognize all the top male and female athlete of this Sadly, because of many budget restric- well-prepared work force. had expressed his concerns excellence in CSUB sports,” said season and presented by longtime tions due to California’s economic Sixty-percent of nurses about upcoming enrollment CSUB President Dr. Horace Mitchell. Roadrunner supporter Dr. Michael rough-patch, many sporting events will statewide, 54-percent of reductions and budget cuts “I’m always proud to be a part of this Flachmann. The winners of the be cut by the end of this year. The sports workers in the business sec- for the 2010-2011 academic event because it’s important. These stu- Flachmann Award were wrestler that will be discontinued include Men’s tor and 62-percent of those in year on another CSU news dents worked hard in this transition to Mitchell Monteiro and Women’s and Women’s Golf, Women’s Tennis agriculture, as well as 50- release. Division I and they deserve congratula- Basketball player Katie Williams. and Men’s percent of the states teachers, The state needs our gradu- tions.” The final award of the night was the Wrestling. As a response, wrestling stu- are part of California State ates to enter the workforce The attendees and officials were treat- President’s Award which is given to the dents wore shirts with the words “Save University’s 2.5 million and help the state’s econom- ed with a fine pasta dinner consisting of student-athlete who best exemplifies CSUB Wrestling” printed on them. alumni. ic recovery. But, when your lasagna, salad, garlic bread and a lemon the ideals of academic achievement, “We’ve attempted many ways to Not only does the system budget is cut so drastically, bar cake for dessert as celebration for athletic excellence and community fundraise money to keep wrestling from positively affect the lives of we are left with little choice their long year of hard work. service. getting cut,” said Heavyweight Wrestler its students, but current but to restrict our enroll- The event was headlined by Vance CSUB Dr. Horace Mitchell presents and Flachmann Award Winner Mitchell employees as well. The CSU ment,” said Reed. Palm as the Master of Ceremonies. this award each year and for the first Monterio, “We’ve had a live auction system currently supports Now it is up to the state Palm, along with Carvajal, introduced time in 15 years the award was given to back in the beginning of May that over 150,000 jobs through- itself to take note of how the the night’s awards. two athletes for their high excellence helped out a lot and now we’re accept- out the state and generates CSU system truly is The Kegley-McCall Award was pre- and achievement. Both Alyson Moss ing donations.” around $1 billion in tax rev- “Working for California” so sented by Dr. Jacqueline Kegley to the from Water Polo and Barbie Unfried Donators can text “Win” to 2583 to enue. that California can better Women’s Tennis team for maintaining from Volleyball were given this high donate $10 or visit www.savebakers- CSUB alone maintains work for its state universi- the highest average grade point average award. fieldwrestling.com to help as well. around 2,300 jobs in the ties. Brains of Bakersfield returns [BRAINS, from Page 1] Team,” which won last year. given to “Ricky’s Retreat,” which about soccer, like who plays the evening, is the fact that everyone is Tobin is originally from London, “We’re not playing to go to is a home for people with HIV. forward for Chelsea or something here for fun. Sure it is fun to win, England, where many of the Pubs Europe or for the Mercedes-Benz. “This year we have a guy that runs like that and I was like ‘Who the but according to Raub, it is just have been trying to increase It’s for a good cause. Half the pro- a physically challenged soccer hell is that’, said Pratt.” friendly competition. patrons by holding quiz nights. ceeds go to the soccer program and league that is starting up in town, so “You can’t have any kind of open- There is no sense in practicing, The inspiration for this event. the other goes to a charity,” said Dr. we’re waiting to hear back from ended question or anything that is because the questions are all gener- For those not adept to British cul- Miriam Vivian Raub, who is a his- him,” said Tobin. left open for interpretation. The al knowledge, but each team has its ture, pubs and American bars are tory professor and member of the The donations come from the $30 first year, we got challenged on own strategy. completely different animals - sort “Grey Matter Envy” team. that each team member pays to three or four,” said Tobin. “The Team 49th parallel claims of like coffee and orange juice. “We won in 2007 then in 2008 and play. At half time, everyone takes a that they had won last year because He brought the idea to Cleona then we lost last year, but we were The questions cover many cate- break to eat dinner, which is usual- they had this younger person who Murphy of the History Department second place,” said Vivian Raub. gories including; film, television, ly donated by Frugatti’s. was their secret weapon who knew and Judith Pratt of the The winning team gets bragging sports, music and history. It might also be a good time to all the pop culture, so we have Communications Department rights and a trophy in the shape of a Some of the questions can be very sober up just in case some of the recruited a student who is going to about starting a trivia venue and so brain. difficult. teams have been too vigorous in be our secret weapon we hope,” the event began. The charities have varied from “There was something about a pushing drinks on their opponents. said Raub. “Cleona Murphy led one of these year to year. One year the proceeds Brazilian cocktail — like the name “You would be surprised. Some of Overall the best winning strategy competitions over in Britain. went to a juvenile diabetes camp of a Brazilian cocktail and I know these professors can knock back was to have a team that was both Cleona is from Ireland,” said Pratt. that Murphy’s daughter goes to and nothing about cocktails,” said Raub some drinks,” said Tobin. diverse in age and knowledge. It Pratt is part of “The 49th Parallel another year the proceeds were “There was this one question But if anything is true about this does help to be smart. 6 Sports June 2, 2010 Thanks to all the seniors who have worked hard and committed themselves to excel in the respective sports. Your dedication has added to the tradition and history of CSUB sports.

Derek Geisinger Jason Kudlock JJ Henry Joey Mills Erik Draxton Brandon Boren Mickey Jannis Baseball Baseball Baseball Baseball Baseball Baseball Baseball

Sam Jones Kyle Richardson Katie Chavez Jamie Kleinsmith Kelli Bailey Kristen Archuleta Heather Veitch Baseball Baseball Softball Softball Softball Softball Softball

Danielle Lyman Shawna Truan Alex Haver Jose Orozco Edward Lee Clayton Morovich Daniel Hernandez Softball Softball Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field

Ryan Lucker Connie King Lina Nunez Lauren Nolasco Sheena Cooper Sanjuana Garcia Sara Mijwel Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field Track and Field

Katina Fruguglietti Trent Blakley Santwon Latunde Jose Lara Katie Williams Phynique Allen Britney McGee Track and Field Men’s Basketball Men’s Basketball Men’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Women’s Basketball

Breana Fields Kelley Tarver Tiffany Belt Adam Pawlowski Rene Hjorth Erik Torres Malcolm Reid Women’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming

Renee Roy Elaine Kelly Larissa Dewante Leah Felber Matt Shaxton Javier Barba Omar Heredia Women’s Swimming Women’s Swimming Women’s Swimming Women’s Swimming Soccer Soccer Soccer

Mathijs Tabbers Joe Polifroni Brittany Berry Jessica Manke Alyson Moss C.J. Longeuay Becky Seelos Soccer Soccer Water Polo Water Polo Water Polo Water Polo Water Polo

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