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This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Arthur E. Nelson University Archives at CSUSB ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Coyote Chronicle (1984-) by an authorized administrator of CSUSB ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT VOICE MONDAY com OF CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN BERNARDINO FOR 43 YEARS. 11.2.09 . Broken constitution Concerned Californians call for a complete governmental overhaul By DAVID CHERNIN However, cities, communities Staff Writer and organizations state-wide have felt the impact of these cuts. As the wounds of the economy Among the most impacted are allegedly heal, the flesh of the Cali- the California State Universities. fornia state government continues to According to the California State bleed. University Committee of Finance, The state continues to struggle there is currently a $584 million with budget cuts, tax increases and deficit in the 2009-2010 school year. policy-making decisions. With these cuts have come Currently there is an internal mandatory furloughs, class reduc- struggle between Republican and tions, increased tuition and lower Democratic representatives over admittance to the CSUs. Essentially, policy, budgets and political reform. tuition is 30 percent higher for 10 The idea of working together seems percent less class time due to to be impossible. mandatory furloughs. A major focus of the govern- There have been many proposi- ment is to close our estimated $24 tions made, such as the recently billion budget shortfall while avoid- voted-down Propositions 1A-C, ing the raising of taxes and avoiding which proposed to extend the tax in- as many cuts as possible. See Constitution Pg. 3 Chronicle Graphic Pot users breathe easy By ERIC BROWN edicinal marijuana ate at CSUSB explained how many Opinion Editor users and distribu- Californians are on the fence about the tors in California issue concerning marijuana. Schneider and 13 other states pointed out that marijuana is a horri- Coyote Chronicle M that allow for the use of medicinal ble substance, but that since it is legal, marijuana can rest easy now that the widely popular and it can help people, federal government has reached a new it's use is permissible. decision concerning marijuana. "If you use it legally for the right A new directive was issued Octo- reasons its OK, but only for the right ber 19th by the U.S. Department of reasons, and only for those who really Justice which allows federal investi- need it," Schneider said. gators to relax their Marijuana proceedings is very prevalent in against medicinal California, both users and distribu- "After trying every- legally and ille- tors as long as they gally, thus the con- comply with state thing to help ease the cern over the laws. pain... I decided to go for recent decision is This is due in something different." extremely high. Pg. 7 part to the Obama Many, administration's An anonymous student such as Schneider, Eric Brown | Chronicle Photo pushing for federal believe that people authorities to focus will abuse the sys- their resources on serious drug traf- tem due to the fact that they are not fickers whilst protecting and taking under constant scrutiny from federal into account state laws. This is in stark authorities. Still, there are many sup- New federal directive contrast to the Bush administration of porters who advocate full legalization dealing with all marijuana users as of the drug because they believe it will protects medicinal marijuana criminals and using all available re- lower crime and boost the economy. users and growers sources to investigate users in all Whether people are undecided, states regardless of state laws. for or whole-heartedly against medic- Chris Schneider, an undergradu- See Marijuana Pg. 12 Water shortages threaten California Sizzlin’ Singles Sizzlin’ Check out our all-music Entertainment Special Section

Volume XLIII Number 4 [email protected] Story on Pg. 3 (909) 537-5289 Chronicle Page 2 News Monday, November 2, 2009 Coyote wannabes get a campus peek

By AUSTIN DODD One of the attributes the campus boasts is its conven- Staff Writer ient location in inland Southern California. San Bernardino is just a short drive from the mountains, beaches and CSUSB opened its doors for prospective students to amusement parks. attend its annual Open House event on Oct. 24, but just for Riverside Community College transfer student Amadis a peek until admissions open in fall 2010. Licerio, says that he is planning on attending college in the Some 300 high school and community college students fall but has not yet chosen between CSUSB and San Diego got a chance to visit the CSUSB campus and meet with fac- State. ulty and staff, attend seminars on financial aid and other “San Bernardino is a pretty nice campus. The price is programs, check out the different clubs and organizations a lot cheaper and it's really close to me coming from and meet with faculty from the five different academic col- Moreno Valley,” said 25-year-old Licerio after taking one leges. of the campus tours offered at the open house. “This is probably the first time prospective students CSUSB, along with the other 22 schools in the CSU get to see a university,” said Joe Gutierrez, the assistant di- system, are definitely some of the lowest costing universi- rector of public relations. ties to attend in the U.S. with prices per quarter ranging “And many incoming students at first don’t focus on from $1,000 to $1,600 for undergraduates. what it takes to get into college like submit transcripts and On the tour, Licerio visited the student recreation and apply for financial aid so this is a good intro to university fitness center and said that was his favorite part about the life,” Gutierrez continued campus. Even with the recent fee increases, many potential stu- “I go to the gym now and pay for it but I'd rather not Austin Dodd | Chronicle Photo dents, most of them community college transfers, showed plus there are free towels and that rock climbing wall is Many participants of CSUSB’s Open House event expressed little worries about up to the event to confirm their choice of university before sick,” Licerio said. the budget crunch, saying they were excited about hopefully being Coyotes. the Nov. 30 priority deadline for fall 2010 admission into Students should know, however, that California is es- the CSU system. timated to remain under the current budget crunch through- “I tried to get into the spring 2010 class but admissions out 2011 and university fee increases and future may still were already closed,” said future CSUSB student Tara happen in the future as well as even more reductions in stu- Coyote Chronicle Igler. “I applied two weeks ago just to make sure I made it dent enrollment. for the fall.” “We have to trim enrollment by 2000 students in the Transferring from Citrus College in Glendora, Igler next two years,” said Gutierrez. Editor in Chief Ken Dillard describes that her reason for wanting to come to CSUSB is “We still encourage people to apply because that per- Managing Editor Melanie Hunter the location. son might have more of what it takes to be a college student Online Editor Shantal Anderson “I'm commuting from Glendora so the traffic is oppo- than another,” Gutierrez continued. “Don’t close your op- News Editor Richard Bowie site me and makes it much easier,” said Igler. tions without first trying.” Features Editor Erin Chester Entertainment Editor Melanie Hunter Asst. Entertainment Editor Angelica Stewart Opinion Editor Eric Brown Classifieds Sports Editor Chris Baker Asst. Sports Editor Jesus Romero Studio Apartment $475 Photo Editor Moe McKinley Crestline. Easy com- mute. Utilities in- cluded, furnished. Faculty Adviser Jim Smart Spacious, lots of win- Advertising Manager Linda Sand dows, bonus room, galley kitchen, park- Staff Writers ing. 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Manager Linda Sand The Chronicle reserves the right to edit or reject all editorials sub- at mitted to the paper. (909) 537-5815. Chronicle Page 3 News Monday, November 2, 2009 Femme Faire sets stage for awareness, celebration By PRISCILLA GUTIERREZ pressed with the event’s turnout. Staff Writer “I see a lot of strong, powerful, artistic, in- telligent women and this is the best event I’ve Live music, free food, and violence preven- seen so far,” said Raef. tion were front-runners at the Women’s Resource Various organizations such as Option House Center’s (WRC) Femme Faire as men and and Planned Parenthood handed out pamphlets women alike came out to celebrate. and offered informational statistics to attendees. The event, held in the Santos Manuel Stu- The These Hands Don’t Hurt campaign al- dent Union (SMSU) on Oct. 23 from 8-11 p.m., lowed attendees to take a vow against violence featured various bands, vendors and snacks for by putting their name on a paper hand and all attendees, female or otherwise. Though the adding it to the wall of pledges. The Reproduc- WRC, a center which strives to “provide a sup- tive Health Program’s table offered free con- portive place for all women on campus where di- doms, candy and visual aids demonstrating the versity is respected and celebrated,” holds dangers of unprotected sex. various events throughout the year, the Femme “I’m really happy about this event, I think Faire was the first of it’s kind. it’s great that CSUSB has something like this to “Our goal was to provide information on support breaking the silence,” attendee Tonya sexual assault, domestic violence and violence Andrade said. against women in a way that would be fun,” said “This event was created by students, for stu- Janet Honn-Alex, coordinator of the WRC. dents,” said Honn-Alex, who stressed that the The event offered free food and drinks, Faire was a group effort. along with free tarot readings and henna tattoos. Honn-Alex also stressed the importance of Female vendors also set up camp at the participating in any events or programs held in event, selling handmade jewelry, clothing, greet- the student union, whether it be from the Cross ing cards and other crafts. Cultural Center, the Adult Re-Entry Center, or Among the artists performing were ska band the Pride Center. Half Past Two, bass-powered band Switchblade “These services are paid for by student fees Kittens, and Russian songstress Marina V. Also and if you don’t participate, you’re missing out,” performing at the Femme Faire was one of said Honn-Alex. Priscilla Gutierrez | Chronicle Photo CSUSB’s own, alumni Teresa Raef. For more information on the Women’s Re- CSUSB alumni Teresa Raef belts out a song aimed to increase awareness of women’s issues. Raef, who played five acoustic songs in- source Center and other upcoming events, visit cluding a demanded encore, said she was im- studentunion.csusb.edu Dry days ahead as water levels decline

By ANDY OGG percent less precipitation and approxi- “Planning for a Dry 2010” is a work- list for refunds as these appliances can Staff Writer mately 53 percent lower than average levels shop offered by The Department of Water waste approximately 20,000 gallons a year in the state reservoirs. Resources to assist residents with the up- in Riverside County alone. The word “drought” is nothing new to With California water reservoirs 68 coming dilemmas that are destined to affect There are many simple things one can Californians. percent lower than average and rainfall 72 residents of California. do regularly to help curb their water usage. Through the years we've heard it more percent lower than previous years, there is The Riverside Public Utility said it is Residents can cut back on washing their and more frequently. obvious cause for concern for the upcom- taking proactive steps to cut down on water cars and only water lawns and gardens dur- The current drought is shaping up to be ing 2010 year. usage by offering refunds to residents who ing the evening hours when water is less the worst since the early 90s when Califor- The water shortage is not only a seri- purchase certain low-flow appliances. likely to be wasted due to evaporation. nia was in dire need of any sort of water. ous concern for residents but also for the Refunds range from $25 to $200 de- California residents can find more However, while the drought of the 90s was economic outlook of California. pending on the appliance or efficiency of water conservation tips by visiting bad, this current situation is shaping up to If a drought reaches a ‘severe” level, the water conservation involved. www.saveourH20.org. Important water be significantly worse. the prices of water increases dramatically, Appliances such as washing machines, shortage and drought warnings can be From 1988 to 1992, California faced which in turn raises the cost that consumers high efficiency toilets, and “smart” con- found on www.water.ca.gov. a series of dry years with an average of 86 will see at grocery stores and restaurants. trollers for outside irrigation are on the top

Continued from Pg. 1: Californians seek to recast state constitution crease an extra two years. The voters made it clear, pushes for progressive change and equality for all Cal- changes will be made to the state constitution. however, that even higher taxes in the already highest ifornians. Right now their biggest focus is reforming the “Its cool that we have that freedom to amend and taxed state in the union, will not be an option. state government and bringing order to the chaotic state change the ways our government can function,” said Amongst the cuts and propositions come the politi- that our government is in. CSUSB student Breshawn Wiley. “If the people feel the cians and their agendas. Stalemate after stalemate con- The proposal to end stalemates and eliminate need to call a convention, then that right should be ex- tinue to be the end result as politicians continue to have wasted time in policy making and government reform ercised.” conflicting views on each policy being discussed. would be to call for a California State Constitutional No matter the outcome, the state government is still The two-thirds majority rule is a big issue for De- Convention, he argues. in a crisis. Democrats and Republicans alike realize mocrats. This rule in the state’s constitution requires a “Article 18 of the California Constitution explains there are issues that need to be addressed and soon be- two-thirds majority vote to allow anything to pass or be the convention process,” said Cruickshank. “The con- fore our state continues to spiral out of control. placed on a ballot for voters. vention does not have the authority to actually change They argue that a constitutional convention may be “The two-thirds rule is the most commonly criti- the Constitution itself - only the voters can actually rat- the only way to solve this fiscal crisis, and completely cized aspect of California's broken government,” said ify Constitutional changes. What the convention does is change the way the government works. In return, a new Robert Cruickshank, Public Policy Director of Courage- debate and refine proposals, and agree on what will be group of representatives and new way of deliberation Campaign.org submitted to voters.” will be introduced to finally bring productivity to the CourageCampaign.org is an organization that From that point it is up to the voters to decide what state government and the way it functions. Chronicle Page 4 Features Monday, November 2, 2009 Anatomy of a ‘Yotes love terrible costume Let’s hope this wasn’t you on Oct. 31. We’ve concealed the identity of this failure for their own safety.

Howl-oween Brains? By SARAH BOUTIN wait for next year.” Not having a better idea doesn’t Staff Writer The Robert V. Fullerton Art Museum also Eco-Friendly? justify this monstrosity. did an event for Halloween. It was the Spooky I think not! How many trees Halloween is widely considered a holiday Night. Between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. they pre- had to die for your costume? for children. However, as adults, we still love it. sented frightening Halloween flicks, popcorn Halloween is one of the holidays that everyone is and pizza. waiting for during the beginning of fall. However, it wasn’t for costume aficionados, Even if we aren't kids anymore, we all love but those that wanted to relax in their pajamas to dress up for the occasion. According to quest- were welcome. magazine, "the holiday of Halloween is second Before that, starting at 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 only to Christmas in popularity in the United p.m., a costume contest, lecture on mummy States and in money spent on decorations." curses and trivia games was held. Family could Therefore it isn't surprising to find so many also do a night tour through the Ancient Egypt- TP? Really? events going on campus. ian Collection. The real mummies are spinning Since everyone loves Halloween, people Remember that, even after Halloween, you in their sarcophagy. wanted to start the celebration early. Besides can always go see the permanent exhibition on being able to enjoy more parties, it's a great way Treasures from Ancient Egypt at the museum. to get your money's worth out of your costume! You could also celebrate Dia de los Muer- Thursday at 8 p.m., a haunted house was tos, or the Day of the Dead. created in the Village Square. The event attracted According to Encyclopædia Britannica On- many students, mostly those who lived on-cam- line, this Mexican holiday is “honouring dead pus and wanted to have fun. loved ones and making peace with the For the occasion, the building was trans- eventuality of the death by treating formed into a terror square with many dressed it familiarly, without fear and up volunteers. After they screamed in the dread.” haunted house, people could enjoy a free funnel Originally, the Fire safe? cake. Coyote Radio was playing music outside celebration lasted a Let’s hope none of your to entertain those who had to wait in line before month! friends are smokers. . . going in. Sadly, we cannot celebrate Halloween for a “It was really scary," said student Kristin whole month, but we can enjoy it as much as we Brown. "I jumped and screamed a lot! I can’t can. Hope you all experienced it to the fullest!

Northern Outlook: an exchange-student’s journal Body image: it’s negative everywhere

By STEPHANIE MONGEAU Back in Canada, women and young girls are subjected prohibited in any medium other than broadcast. Staff Writer to the media’s influences that partially dictate their body Also, advertising directly to children must not exploit image. their credulity or lack of experience and must not present One of the major things that distinguish one country Psychologists, doctors and sociologists information or illustrations that might result in physical, from another is the food and the eating habits of the resi- blame everyone for the body image issues emotional or moral harm. dents. that Canadians teenagers and young Obviously, the body image per- When I moved to the United States, I thought that the adults are living with. Magazines, pop ception is not a national problem, but food would pretty much be the same. After all, it is still music artists, commercials and cos- an international problem. North America. metic companies; there’s an endless list Canada and United States Despite the proximity of these two countries, my to point fingers at. have pretty much the same Canadian friends and I noticed few differences with the But is the situation the culture and the young American diet. same in the States? girls have the same I asked my Canadian friends what they thought of their I am aware of the fact that beauty standards. new American diet and I have to say, I’m very surprised by this is a really heavy subject We should stop accus- the variety of answers that I got. and it would probably take me ing everybody and start “I am astonished to see the amount of Mexican restau- many months to analyze the making real and concrete actions. rants,” Stephanie Babin said. “There are Mexican restau- American situation versus the We should be inspired by Dove, which created the rants on every corner and Mexican dishes in almost every Canadian one. But there is a major difference between the Campaign for Real Beauty to free girls and women from place to eat." advertising to children in Canada. beauty stereotypes. According to its website, the Dove Self- For Camille Guedon and Sarah Boutin, the most no- According to Brittney Salt, a student at CSUSB work- Esteem Fund raised over $3.9 million to create thought- ticeable difference is the groceries. “The frozen sections in ing in a kindergarten program, the young American girls provoking ads and confidence-building programs. grocery stores are much bigger than in Canada.” Sarah said. have the same body image issue in United States. In my opinion, one country is not better than any other. In my own opinion, the portions and the sizes are quite “By fifth grade, young girls are really into magazines Sure, young Canadian girls are protected from advertising bigger in Uncle Sam’s country than anywhere else. and fashion,” Salt said. “They also start to be preoccupied by law, but they have access to many more sources that Even if there are a lot of eating behavior differences by the body image that they project to others.” could make them feel unsure about their bodies. Canada is from one country and another, there is a problem that has According to the Canadian Association of Broadcast- heavily influenced by the American culture and that’s why no borders: the body image issue for women and girls. ers’ website, advertising directly to children in Canada is Canadians face the same problems. Chronicle Page 5 Features Monday, November 2, 2009 Surgical weight loss It’s not for just for the middle-aged By ERIN CHESTER willpower to lose it on my own. Granted, that’s Features Editor their opinion, and to a small extent, they’re right. I’m not alone; more than one-third of adult I’m a lot of things: student, features editor, Americans, or roughly 72 million, are obese. semi-writer, and an occasional (ahem, often) user I have a four-ounce stomach. Even if I want of “your mom” jokes. Another title to tack to the to overeat, which I absolutely do not, I can’t. To list: surgical weight loss patient. give you a hint, the average can of tuna is four- Yeah, I’m basically putting the beginning of ounces. So that or less is what I can eat at every my story out there, but it’s because I want stu- meal, or I’ll puke. For the rest of my life: Mathieu Courchesne | Chronicle photos dents to know that people who undergo these overeating will equal puking. Grace Rudatsikira and Elizabeth Ebie, CSUSB students and recipients of PRSA’s two $500 scholarships. types of procedures aren’t always middle-aged. I A Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) is the got the surgery when I was 23, a little over four type of procedure I chose. It doesn’t bypass your months ago. intestines, so malnourishment and vitamin defi- Let me start by saying, I’m not lazy. I’ve al- ciencies that are common with other surgeries ways been physically active, but a sports acci- aren’t a factor. As of this printing, I’ve lost 84 dent when I was in high school resulted in pounds since June 20. Can you handle damage to my meniscus (cartilage in the knee), I’m ahead of the curve on my loss, and it and pretty much all fun stuff that involved my doesn’t look like it’ll slow down anytime soon. left leg was put on the back burner. I’ll graduate in June 2010 as a relatively normal- In the early part of spring quarter, I had to go sized person, but more importantly, the quality to the Student Health Center, and lo-and- of my life and the duration of it will have been the truth? behold, my blood pressure was in stroke range. increased. My nurse conveyed the gravity of the situation, My blood pressure, while still high, is By MATHIEU COURCHESNE and I understood. I’d been considering weight nowhere near what it was eight months ago. I Staff Writer loss surgery for a long time to help relieve my work out often (when I’m not injured; I’m a knee pain, but it wasn’t a pressing issue. pretty bad klutz) and can take two flights of stairs Public relations is not about lying. Ebie believes that it’s the passion That doctor visit helped change that. I want quickly and without unbearable pain. According to Elizabeth Ebie and she puts into her work that convinced to live a long, full life. I’m a research fanatic, and Bottom line, I’m a student, and I’ve done Grace Rudatsikira, it’s about putting the selection committee. I understood that ultimately, Americans' un- something that stereotypically is reserved for the best face on the truth. And don’t you dare tell Ebie or healthy choices of food, portion sizes and my people who have been overweight and happy Ebie and Rudatsikira talk pas- Rudatsikira that public relations pro- own shortcomings would never enable me to most of their lives. Eight years was enough for sionately about public relations. Both fessionals are spin doctors. lose weight. me. I took the steps to change my life, and I hope communication majors want to pursue “There’s always a good and a bad I know a lot of people perceive weight-loss that after reading this, you might reconsider how a career in the field. side,” Rudatsikira said. “Public rela- surgery as a weakness. That I didn’t have the you view those similar to me. They are off to a good start, as tions professionals are supposed to be they both just got a $500 scholarship objective. They’re not supposed to from the Public Relations Society of lie.” America (PRSA) Inland Empire. Ebie agrees. The PRSA is a nationwide organ- “Before, I guess I thought public ization that, according to their website, relations professionals were spin doc- “welcomes all communications pro- tors,” Ebie said. “But it’s not like that. fessionals wanting to meet people in It’s not even about not telling the Stressed-out students their field.” whole truth.” This comes They both only a couple of “Before,I guess I think that an or- By HEATHER CLARK weeks after they ganization like Staff Writer joined PRSSA, thought public the PRSSA can the Public Rela- relations professionals help them de- It’s a school day. Hoping to do well in my tions Students velop a useful classes, I get up early and get ready to head to Society of Amer- were spin doctors. But it’s network. the library to study with my friends before my ica. “I met so long schedule begins. Ebie and not like that.” many people, got I fight traffic on campus and search end- Rudatsikira are Student Elizabeth Ebie business cards lessly for a parking spot. I finally find one and no strangers to and made so meet up with my friends before we start to- PR. many contacts al- wards the library to find a room. Rudatsikira, a former business ready,” Ebie said. To our surprise, all of the study rooms are major, is often referred to as the “PR “I joined PRSSA because I already filled with nervous looking students, girl” within her family and friends. wanted to join an organization that desperately trying to study for their classes. She got involved with several or- will better prepare me for the field I’ll In fact, the study rooms in the library are ganizations for which she handled be going into,” Rudatsikira added. practically full every day of the week until clos- public relations. Among others, she “Getting a job in that business is hard. ing. My friends and I try to devise a plan on the helped organize an AIDS awareness It helps to already have some con- elevator ride up to search all the floors for an event on campus. tacts.” available room, and we rarely find one. “I like communicating with peo- This year, the PRSSA, which has This seems to be completely opposite to ple,” she said. “I like that I can take about 20 members, is trying to get when I first came here five years ago and could what I enjoy doing and what I’m good more visibility on campus. find an extra room any time of the day. at and make it benefit others peoples’ “We are starting from a clean I walk around campus, and students seem Ken Dillard | Chronicle photos lives.” slate this year and are trying to find as to actually be stressed and genuinely concerned Economic factors have led to increased pressure for students to She would eventually like to many ways as we can to prepare pub- about doing well in school. perform well in school to save money on retaking classes. work for a non-governmental organi- lic relations students for their career,” So what’s changed? zation. said Jennifer Torrez, president of the One consensus my colleagues and I have Another is the pressure students feel in at- Her colleague, Elizabeth Ebie, CSUSB chapter of the PRSSA. come to is that students are trying much harder tempting to be the top pick for future employ- has other things in mind. She wants to “We focus on preparing students than before to do well the first time taking the ers because of the rough economy and soaring become an event planner. She has al- to get hands-on experience that they class as opposed to doing poorly and having to prices of everything from education and school ready gained experience in her field, can put on their resume and, of course, shell-out the money to take it again. Students supplies to gas and food. as she’s a certified event planner. scholarships like Ebie and Rudatsikira are also overloading in units to try and get done Regardless of what any statistics say or “I like seeing everything come to- got,” Torrez added. faster, which would also save on tuition. what an observer could find in a study, there is gether and helping someone have their It costs $60 to join PRSSA. After All of the campus community is well definitely a different air to students on campus vision come alive,” she said. “I like graduation and becoming alumni, your aware of the one-third increase in tuition for today. The feeling is now one of stress and when it happens even better than they membership to the PRSA is dis- close to 400 fewer classes, but could this alone worry as students bite-down and prepare for a can imagine.” counted. be the reason for the change? difficult and expensive future here in college. Chronicle Page 6 CoyoteChronicle .com Monday, November 2, 2009 Mitla Cafe Amazing Mexican food since 1937

By TYSEN ELLINGSEN The staff is warm and friendly, not just forced Staff Writer professional friendless, like at other restaurants, but genuine compassion and concern for their cus- Anyone living in Southern California can tell tomers. you Mexican restaurants are a dime a dozen. In The food is exceptionally appetizing and por- San Bernardino alone there are at least 24 indi- tions are generous. For a student eating on a vidual restaurants. However, community favorite budget, the cafe is definitely one of the most ap- Mitla Cafe is a cut above the rest. pealing options in the area. Mitla Cafe, located at 602 North Mount Ver- The atmosphere at Mitla is inviting and non Avenue in San Bernardino, has been serving homey. Waiters shoot the breeze with you as they quality Mexican cuisine since 1937. serve your food. Lucia Rodriguez, Frank Montano, Vera Lopez Fellow customers feed quarters into the juke- and Helena Martinez founded the restaurant. box in the corner to fill the air with classic funk Over 70 years later, Mitla Cafe remains fam- and soul hits as others eagerly bite into their tacos ily-owned and is currently operated by Irene Mon- between conversations with close friends and fam- tano, wife of Frank Montano. ily. Irene had been working as a waitress since "It is a very friendly environment and wants Check out the she became the owner in 1984. to make you come back for seconds,” said cus- Irene's grandson, CSUSB student Corey San- tomer Edwin Negrete. doval, is a waiter at the cafe too. My order, a menu item dubbed Gloria’s Spe- ALL NEW “I enjoy it,” Sandoval said. “It's easy money, cial consists of two mouth-watering soft chicken family-owned and it's just great food.” tacos served with enchiladas that come loaded . My waiter was Bryan Lopez, founder Vera with heaping amounts of fresh sour cream, lettuce, Coyote Chronicle com Lopez’s great-grandson. tomato, melted cheese and sauce. It was amazing On their website, Mitla says their mission is that one plate was able to pack so much food and "to serve our customers with the extensive knowl- flavor. edge and expertise we have gained in our industry, So, CSUSB students, the nest time you’re for all the while continually offering them the finest in cus- craving Mexican cuisine and can't decide amongst tomer service." the multitude of options available, keep in mind latest updates. Their staff exceeds and goes beyond their the proximity, tasty food and great service at Mitla goal with their food and service. Café.

Continued from Pg. 1 Marijuana enforcement relaxed under new federal directive At least a dozen dispensaries in the city of San Bernardino alone will now be safe from federal raids.

inal marijuana, the fact remains that marijuana. your next door neighbor may be legally Organizations such as CA NORML licensed to light up, or abusing the sys- exist to promote the very reasons why tem as a drug runner. people flock to this "drug," because it's One CSUSB student, who wished seen as a valid medical treatment by to remain anonymous, explained that many doctors. medical marijuana is a release that helps Marijuana has been found to be them cope with both pain from their helpful in a variety of medical usages cancer treatment and including aiding de- the stress of everyday pression or stress, life. Studies from glaucoma, migraines This student fur- and chemotherapy- ther expressed that LSU and Columbia related pain and nau- they "do not do have proven that sea. drugs" and that the Also two re- use of marijuana is marijuana slows the cent and separate purely for their studies conducted by health. degenerative process both Louisiana State "After trying of HIV. University and Co- everything to help lumbia University ease the pain and have proven that the psychological affects of my ailment, I use of marijuana slows the degenerative decided to go for something different," process of HIV. explained the anonymous user. Marijuana remains one of the most At least a dozen dispensaries serve highly debated topics in the golden locally in San Bernardino to medicinal state. users with valid permits according to Legislation both for and against the CA NORML, a non-profit lobbying or- drug have come and gone since mari- ganization working in California on be- juana was first legalized for medicinal half of legalizing and protecting purposes in 1996. Chronicle Page 7 Entertainment Monday, November 2, 2009

TO Music OUR Ears ...If you’re not listening, you should be!

Amanda Blank

Mika STAFF PICKS J*Davey Sizzlin’ Singles

Courtesy of Britney Spears official site Courtesy of Billboard Magazine Courtesy of Interscope Records Britney Spears: “3” Chris Brown: “Transform Ya” Robin Thicke: “Sex Therapy” He’s not my favorite, but this song catches my Jennifer Torres: Love this song! Perfect dance JT: Still not over the whole Rihanna thing. It’s too soon! JT: song. attention.

On a scale of 1-10, this song Since you can transform Chris, can someone try The song is actually very therapeutic. Guess his wife Angelica Stewart: is a 1. AS: and transform this song into a hit? Thanks. AS: thought the same thing Instantly makes me want to get up Ashley Harper: The beat is nice, but he still needs to transform and dance around. Plus the song is a AH: AH: Love, love, love this song. It’s sexy but not raunchy! bit naughty, which is always amusing. is image before I’ll like him again

I love it, but he should be working on transform- She’s back! He can even make graphic lyrics sound sexy. Danielle Baird: DB: ing his reputation DB:

Lil’ Wayne is also on this track. Rapper guilty of Melanie Hunter: Classic Britney is the best Britney. His therapy must’ve worked! He and his wife are MH: illegal gun possession and a singer guilty of bat- MH: expecting. tery. Nice. Chronicle Page 8 Entertainment Monday, November 2, 2009 Indie / Alternative Meet Portugal. The Man By JENNIFER TORREZ we’ve been trying to go for this whole Staff Writer time. It really took stripping things down to even get that sound. You Indie-rock, soul and pure addic- know, ‘Ain’t No Sunshine’ is the same tion. Portugal. The Man (yes there is a riff for two minutes,” Gourley said. period in their name), brings all three The artists accomplish their soul- in their newest album after a four year alternative sound with Gourley’s high break, The Satanic Satanist. pitched voice, deep and modern blues The bands fourth ten-track album guitar riffs and talented keyboard since 2006 includes songs full of pure work. musical talent with creative sounds Lyrics to the must hear song “The and surprisingly uplifting poetic Sun” give perfect example to why this lyrics, despite the albums name. band can’t help but increase its fol- “I was really trying to go for the lowers. more Motown structure than any- With addictive lyrics and true thing,” said vocalist John Gourley. artistic talent, Portugal. The Man Courtesy of official band site “The really short, tight songs with achieves a good sound they waited Portugal. The Man’s latest album after a four year hiatus, The Satanic Satanist, is available now. three parts and that soul vibe that four years for. Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros By JENNIFER TORREZ cians, melodies of alternative indie- Staff Writer folk rock channel through percussion, piano, guitars, horns, drums and an ac- If you think three’s a crowd, think cordion all to craft one of the most again because Edward Sharpe and the unique up-and-coming bands of 2009. Magnetic Zeros have something in Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic common with the Grateful Dead that Zeros debut album “Up From Below” includes more than your standard four- was released July 2009 on Vagrant piece. records. Only a few members shy of the However, the catchy and inspir- Grateful Dead, Edward Sharpe and the ing lyrical content on this album takes Magnetic Zeros includes 10 to 12 back seat to their live energetic per- band mates, all harmonizing to collab- formances. orate a positive musical experience It would be a good decision to go that you can’t help but sing along to. buy this album along with a ticket for Courtesy of Big Hassle PR With vocalist Alex Ebert, singer their upcoming Southern California Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros is arguably the most original group of 2009. The band is of “Ima Robot,” and nine to 11 musi- show Dec. 14 at the Mayan in LA. comprised of about 12 members, each contributing to the band’s euphoric, folk sounds. Albums worth your money

Courtesy of Stones Throw Records Courtesy of Downtown Recordings Courtesy of EMI Records Mayer Hawthorne Amanda Blank Joss Stone Motown is not dead! Yeah, she’s a little naughty, but that’s all a part of America hasn’t gotten soul right since the days of Mo- Hawthorne, 30, of Michigan, sounds like he came Amanda Blank’s charm. Blank is a musician that can town. British neo-soul star Joss Stone delivers quality from 1960s Michigan. Hawthorne is hugely reminiscent sing, write and rap. music yet again on Colour Me Free. of The Temptations, The Chi-Lites and The Stylistics. If Trina was white and had a little more swagger, See that album cover? Apparently the cover was too vul- A Strange Arrangement is quickly gaining him cred- she’d be Amanda Blank. gar to be released here in the states, so that’s the UK ver- itability among his peers such as Justin Timberlake, Mark A song to look out for on I Love You is “Might Like sion. Ronson and John Mayer. You Better”. Blank says what most girls are scared to. If you forgot just how good Stone is, listen to “Free Me.” Chronicle Page 9 Entertainment Monday, November 2, 2009 Pop / Rock More Sizzlin’ Singles

Courtesy of Interscope Records Justin Bieber: “One Time” Courtesy of Morningwood official site I can’t tell if I’m laughing at how ridiculous the song JT: is, or if I’m laughing because I feel bad for him.

Relax, it’s a little Morningwood Can someone just clarify if I am listening to a four- DB: teen-year-old boy or a girl? Thanks. By DANIELLE BAIRD bined with syncopated rock beats that Claret’s lyrics are tough in songs Staff Writer will likely have listeners hooked and like “Best of Me” where the rugged He reminds me of a mini Justin Timberlake. By mini I begging for more. singer holds nothing back and delivers MH: Morningwood may not have hit Singer Chantal Claret brings it all the message that she’s not going to get mean before puberty. their peak in the music industry in re- the way with some unheard of vocals pushed around by anyone. cent years, but if their new album gets that were certainly missing in the Diamonds and Studs is a polished the recognition it deserves, they’ll be band’s first hit single the “Nth De- and vamped up album that follows the on top in no time. gree”. same style as the band’s 2006 self-ti- The vibrant and edgy sounds of Bassist Pedro Yanowitz doesn’t tled release. the new album Diamonds and Studs fail to impress and entertain for the Their originality and creativity offer something a little different than new album. shine through in their latest release the band’s freshman album. This comes as no shocker for and the album will likely earn the The album is mature, sexy and those who listened to him when he hearts of new fans and further impress entertaining all at the same time. played for the extremely successful their already supporters. The funky pop tunes are com- Wallflowers.

Courtesy of Sunshine, Sachs & Associates Movers and shakers.... John Mayer: “Who Says” By ANGELICA STEWART JT: Good lyrics, now all he needs is fresh sound. Staff Writer Funny song premise, great melody, and is sure to be AH: Mika is slowly but surely becoming a household name. another hit. I already like this song. Mika’s biggest hit in the U.S., ‘Love Today’, helped launch him into international fame as a superstar overseas, and American audiences were enamored by the singer’s MH: He should keep his comedy and music separate. flamboyant style, sleek lyrics and unique falsetto. His single “Grace Kelly" also helped him secure his spot in American music culture. Mika’s debut album, Life in Cartoon Motion was released in 2007, which he de- scribes as a recollection of his adolescent years. Courtesy of Universal Republic Records Mika is currently working on his new album, The Boy Who Knew Too Much. His single "Blue Eyes" is out now. Mika Everybody’s going to love him today.

By ASHLEY HARPER Staff Writer Courtesy of Miley Cyrus official fansite Little Boots has big shoes to fill. Following in the foot- steps of huge pop artists like Kylie Minogue and Madonna, Miley Cyrus: “Party in the U.S.A” this electro-pop artist has a way to go to reach her interna- tional stardom. JT: I wish she would just go away! Little Boots uses her musicality to differentiate her- self. She plays the piano, keyboard and stylophone. Finding her footing in the industry, she eventually re- Although I hate to admit it, this song is pretty good. leased her debut album Hands in 2007. AS: It’s like Disney is brainwashing us all. Although Hands was not released in the United States, she did release an EP, Illuminations. The EP features, “Stuck on Repeat” and “New In MH: Say what you want, this song is catchy and fun. Town,” which are both fan favorites. Makes me smile, and I’m not ashamed to like it! Little Boots may have a meek name, but her high en- Courtesy of Last FM ergy music puts her well on her way to super fame. Little Boots Opinion Chronicle Page 10 Monday, November 2, 2009 Six feet under and still on top By DAVID CHERNIN author of the Lord of the Rings series and other fic- rather, make money off of unreleased Staff Writer tion surrounding his fantasy realm, this story teller material, re-releases, sales and remakes raked in hordes of dough. of their classic materials. he stock-market bell rings. The USA Today What does this say about us as consumers A great example is Michael reports that the Dow Jones is down 300 though? As people are strug- Jackson, and the release of the points, the S&P is down 120 points and John gling to get jobs, those six- new documentary "This is It," TLennon up $15 million? feet-under have found great along with the release of tracks Even with all the hard times, foreclosures and job employment, laying back from the vault that had never losses amidst our out-of-control economy, dead celebrities and watching as their es- been sold before. still bring in more money than you and I could combined. tates continue to grow. It is just an interesting In a special study by Forbes conducted at the end of However, this is all up to when you stop to think, that as October, a few of these top celebs were: the consumer. We determine we continue to go to school At the top of the list, Yves Saint Laurent brought in how much money we give to dead celebs, and and work hard towards gaining $350 million. Laurent was a fashion designer who pio- even in tough times it seems like we are not cut- a career to make a living, that neered the pantsuit. ting back. the dead sometimes make a Second, Rodgers and Hammerstein garnered $235 mil- Being a broke college student, it can be hard to spend better living than the living. lion, these two playwright/songwriter/producers wrote the money, especially if it is money we do not have on things But we must ask our- wildly popular "Oklahoma!," "The King and I" and "South- we do not need. selves one thing: would we Pacific." But we can thank things like iTunes and its easy rather be rich, dead and fa- In third, Michael Jackson reached $90 million. The access and convenience to download the latest al- mous? king of pop has been dead less than a year, yet he shows bums for $9.99. Or would we rather live within that the throne is still his as an entertainer, singer and song- Just one click and there goes your money, our means, even if it means bringing writer. off to the estates of the dead and out of the cereal for lunch and “borrowing” Weighing in at fourth place, Elvis Presley, rolled in banks of the living. milk from the Starbucks in the $55 million. Despite being absent from this world for 30 Anyhow, even if entertainment is non- student union? years, the king of rock 'n' roll is still singing about the essential, it is something we still can't get Personally, I would "money honey." enough of. Elvis Presley rather just own the estate of a dead Finally in fifth is J.R.R. Tolkien with $50 million. As Dead celebrities, or their estate controllers celebrity and call it even. Taking back Halloween at any age By DAISY ALVAREZ Staff Writer

Halloween has been under attack in recent years by The growing Halloween sales do not illustrate angry critics that aim to steal the magic from this night of ghoul- dissatisfied consumers. Obviously people are content with ish imagination and limitless possibilities. the products offered. Children used to anticipate the immensely popular hol- The massive growth in Halloween sales can be attrib- iday that brings exciting costumes, candy, ghost stories and uted to the popularity of this holiday among adults. jack-o-lanterns. Perhaps parents are offended by the selection of adult Instead, the celebration has been tainted with unnec- costumes. Of which the most popular brands for adults in- essary and excessive criticism. clude Dream Girls, Leg Avenue and Secret Wishes. “The whole day has become the most provocative day These costumes are without a doubt exposed and of the year,” said radio personality Ryan Seacrest during a provocative ensembles meant for a mature adult audience. recent on-air discussion concerning inappropriate costumes “The eighteen and up crowd are buying sexy cos- for children. tumes,” said Spirit employee Aaron Palmer. Various callers voiced their concerns about the diffi- Palmer said the main consumers are “females trying culty of finding appropriate costumes for young ones. to look sexy.” However, I visited four costume shops and I found it Some adult costumes include appropriately named en- easy to find non-provocative cos- sembles such as Dr. Anita Vibrata, Hot tumes for children. Cherry Pie girl and Sergeant Dick Amazing. At Spirit Halloween, a spe- These costumes are not intended for cialty retailer, over 80 percent of children and it is a parent’s responsibility to the costumes for girls were cut We should let adults ensure their children are steered to age ap- below the knee. enjoy the exposure and propriate outfits. The costumes which were escape provided by Parental concern over costume inde- above the knee were acces- cency should not prevent adults from in- sorized with tights, which almost Halloween, while kids can dulging in the holiday. eliminated all leg exposure. enjoy the fun outfits and Children enjoy dressing up and trick-or- Only three of the top 40 chil- treating, while adults enjoy dressing up and drens' costumes at Party City, a toothaches. participating in other grown-up activities. party supply store, had an ex- "Sales of adult items are surprisingly posed mid-section. Those three strong," says Nick Pardasani, CEO of cos- costumes were genies. None of the top 40 had exposed tumes4less.com, an online retailer. "Children's costumes backs or low bust lines. used to dominate. Now it's about half and half." “Some of the options for young girls are provocative, Without a doubt there is a lot of product intended for but parents can add length to a costume and force girls to an older audience, but that does not mean children should cover up,” said Maria Felix, while shopping for costumes no longer enjoy the holiday. for her children at Spirit. “In the real world Halloween was a time for little kids Felix demonstrates how parents are responsible for to dress up in scary costumes. In girl world, it was the one what their children wear. If the costumes available were night a year a girl could dress like a total slut and no other truly so indecent, those in the business would find it ex- girls could say anything about it,” said Lindsay Lohan in tremely difficult to prosper. the 2004 film "Mean Girls." According to an article in Time Magazine, despite the We should let adults enjoy the exposure and escape AP Photo | Alaric Lambert scary condition of the economy, 2009 Halloween sales are provided by Halloween, while kids can enjoy the fun out- Noah Cyrus, sister to the teen sensation Miley Cyrus, was caught donning an estimated to reach a record high of $6 billion. fits and toothaches. interesting and low-cut costume for a nine-year-old for this year’s Halloween. Chronicle Page 11 Opinion Monday, November 2, 2009 Who doesn’t love puppies and kittens? Respect for animals and humanity By BETH BAYOR Staff Writer

After admitting to electrocuting, beat- more valuable then the life of an animal. It’s ing, drowning and hanging dogs, you'd just accepted because it’s what our society think Michael Vick deserves to star in a TV teaches us. reality series? My friend answered this I think the reason our society accepts Cagle Cartoons | Special to the Chronicle question, with a perplexed look on her face: and passes down this idea is because most “Yeah, they were just dogs.” Americans eat meat. In the “real world” scientists and col- egory sets precedence for human life to be I have engaged in similar conversa- A 2008 study estimated that only 3.2 lege professors don’t get a fraction of what devalued too. tions on multiple occasions in my life. percent of Americans are vegetarians, ac- professional athletes get paid. All one need do is label some group of It seems that cording to Vegetarian The Bureau of Labor Statistics esti- people as animals, say it until others believe many people in our Times Magazine. mated that in 2007 the average full-time it, then nobody will question it when that society accept, As long as people be- college professor’s salary was $73,207 a group of people are treated inhumanely, be- without question, “Allocating lieve animals are of year and the average pay for a federally em- cause after all they are just animals. that animals are of animal life into a lesser value, then it’s ployed general biological scientist was With great reservation I share a dark lesser value than easy to justify lopping $72,146. piece of my family history, in an effort to people. lower category sets off an animal’s head, cut- What does a professional athlete earn prove this point. There are two precedence for ting it into pieces and each year? My grandmother grew up in the Amer- arguments I have human life to be tossing it on the grill. Well, ESPN placed Michael Vick’s ican south. She once told me that slavery heard defending The other argument for base salary at $6 million for the year 2007. was not a bad thing, because “blacks are not this position. The devalued too.” human supremacy, I have By our own standards we should be people.” first is an obvious heard, revolves around lower on the value “totem pole” since ani- I asked her what she thought black non-sequitur. cognitive abilities. mals are certainly bigger, stronger and people are, if not people. People say, “Everyone knows animals To say that humans trump animals in faster -- qualities which are valued over "Honey, they are animals,” she replied. aren’t our equals.” value because of our cognitive superiority cognitive abilities in our society. I love my grandmother, but she did not Based on postmodern theory, I argue is funny to me, since we value physical Not only is the belief in human su- question anything and that made her a vic- that this premise is man-made, nothing abilities over cognitive ones. premacy unfounded, in my opinion it tim of socialization. more then a social construct, passed on In high school the smart kids are called comes at an extreme price, to both the If you think animals are not our equal through socialization. geeks, dorks and nerds; while the jocks rule human race and the animal kingdom. counterparts on this earth, then you are a There is no proof that human life is the school. Allocating animal life into a lower cat- victim of socialization, too. Responsibility sells: companies come clean By CORY KIRSCHKE Staff Writer

Social innovation is taking over America, in what Time But are the labels on our products, producers and the Magazine calls “The Responsibility Revolution.” media over-exaggerating the actual amount of changes that Even in the midst of an economic meltdown, there is have been made to their products? a rise in the demand for ethical production and the choices Then are these companies using this knowledge that we make as consumers. consumers are becoming increasingly morally responsible More and more people are putting their money where and taking advantage of us? their ethics and morals are. A poll done by Time Magazine According to New York environmentalist Jay Wester- shows that of the, 1,000-some adults polled, over 80 per- veld, companies are “greenwashing” us. They, “spin their cent said they have consciously supported local or neigh- products as being more environmentally friendly than they borhood businesses this year. really are.” In the same poll, 40 percent said they purchased a Only 59 percent of the 1,000 largest U.S. companies product in 2009 because they liked the social or political embrace the idea of corporate social responsibility (CSR) values of the company that produced it. and have publicly available environmental policies, ac- Much of corporate America has caught onto social re- cording to Time. sponsibility as being a way to gain profits, as well as con- Among Americans, there are a lot of people taking sumer appreciation and loyalty. steps in the right direction, but we still have a long way to As seen throughout the world of consumer products, go according to Britt Leatham, a geology professor at companies are constantly trying to gain our attention with CSUSB. “People don’t change unless they have incen- how “green” they have become. tives… I don’t see us becoming a self-sustaining society They often compare their means of production to that without making the necessary changes.” of other companies in order to “out green” the other. Consumers, whether we believe it or not, have an enor- Besides being green, companies are donating profits mous power over production and the products we buy. to support cancer research such as Yoplait, or the (RED) As we have seen in the past, we have the power to de- campaign which donates a small percentage of companies’ stroy a company’s credibility through boycotting and media revenue such as Apple and Gap, to the Global Fund that coverage; such as when Nike was exposed with running helps anti-AIDS programs in Africa. Third World sweatshops in the 1990s. Of course, morality and the well being of the environ- If we continue to keep up with our moral and social ment is not the only thing driving companies to produce responsibly to better our environment and our society's well greener products; they do see greater profits from this. being, and we strive to maintain ethical consumerism, then However, do we really care what their motives are? there is no place for our society to go but up. I don’t think we can change the capitalist driven soci- The more we buy from ethical producers and the less ety we live in; but at least we can use our consumer power we buy from those that aren't morally aware, we will be en- Cagle Cartoons | Special to the Chronicle to force companies to work towards creating more ethical forcing our power as consumers and will force the other and greener products through greener means of production. companies to either go broke or step up to the plate. Chronicle Page 12 CoyoteChronicle.com Monday, November 2, 2009 Chronicle Sudoku The numbers 1-9 will appear in each column, row and 3x3 square only once. Check out the There is only one solution. Good luck! ALL NEW Coyote Chronicle. com for all the latest updates.

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Tuesday, 11.10.09, 6 p.m. Holiday Dinner SMSU Events Center Tuesday, 11.10.09, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Veteran’s Day Tribute SMSU Events Center Chronicle Page 14 Sports Monday, November 2, 2009 Coyote Coverage Former star gives back Upcoming Schedule Women’s Volleyball: By SARAH MIKKELSON November 6th @ CSU Dominguez Hills Staff Writer November 7th @ Cal State L.A. Still a Coyote athlete at heart, but not able to play, Marlon Pierce will take on a new challenge this year with Men’s Soccer: the men’s basketball team. Pierce will continue to be a part of the team by helping at practice. November 6-8, CCAA Championships Pierce’s dream is to coach for the college level. In his @ CSU Stanislaus near future he is hoping to be a grad assistant and help with the team at CSUSB. “I’m not opposed to a change of scenery, but I would like to do it here,” Pierce said. CCAA Standings: Coach Oliver is eager to let Pierce help out with the (as of 10-30) team this season. Pierce is one of the best leaders the team has ever had in the program and he’ll carry that leadership over as a coach, according to Oliver. "It’s always good to have an extra set of eyes out there Women’s Volleyball: from someone that knows the plays and knows the game," CSUSB: 15-1, 22-1 Oliver said. Pierce came to CSUSB from San Diego’s Cuyamaca UC San Diego: 14-1, 22-1 Community College where he was the conference player of the year and an all-state selection. Cal State L.A.: 12-4, 16-7 In his last year as a point guard for CSUSB, Pierce brought an impressive trail of honors with him. He ranked Chico State: 11-5, 12-6 second on the team in steals , assists , total rebounds , av- Sarah Mikkelson | Chronicle Photo erage points, and 3-pointers. Marlon Pierce was a an All-CCAA performer during his playing days. He is hop- Sonoma State: 11-5, 19-5 He was also selected to play in the NABC/NCAA Di- ing he can pass on the knowledge he has acquired to the current CSUSB players. vision II All-Star game in 2008 and was an All-CCAA first him to talk to the team on a friendship level first, and San Francisco State: 10-6, 17-7 team selection. coaching level second. CSU East Bay: 6-9, 8-15 Although this former star has used up all of his eligi- While Pierce admits he misses the competition of the bility as a player, he still wants to stay close to the game. game and sometimes wishes he could jump in the plays Cal Poly Pomona: 6-10, 9-14 Steve Gaston, a senior point guard, remembers playing with his teammates, he knows this is a great opportunity to with Pierce and the dedication he brought. “get his feet wet” as a coach. CSU Monterey Bay: 4-12, 9-16 “[Pierce] was a floor leader, like “I just want to be a part of it, I our quarterback,” Gaston said. don’t need any accolades or anything Humboldt State: 3-13, 7-17 He brings the same aspect to like that, I just want to be along for practice as a coach. It’s easier to lis- “Pierce was our floor the ride,” Pierce said. CSU Stanislaus: 2-14, 8-16 ten to him than the other coaches, ac- leader, like our quarterback.” Oliver believes Pierce will def- cording to Gaston. initely have a future in coaching. He CSU Dominguez: 1-15, 1-22 Coyote center Devon Davis can Point Guard Steven Gaston is well spoken and has a great ability take the criticism from Pierce easier to create relationships with the play- as well. “He can relate to us and ers, Oliver said. knows what we need to do to be suc- “He’s loyal and can communi- Men’s Soccer cessful because he was successful when he played,” Davis cate well,” Oliver said. said of Pierce. This season Pierce is working on encouraging the North South Pierce has an advantage coaching in that he knows players and building them up while watching and talking Sonoma State: 10-3-1, 13-3-2 Cal State L.A.: 11-2-1, 15-2-1 both sides. over plays with the team. CSU Stanislaus: 7-6-1, 10-6-1 CSUSB: 10-3-1, 14-3-1 He not only knows the plays as a former player, he Once a star player on the court, Pierce is now on the Chico State: 4-6-4, 7-7-4 CSU Dominguez :9-4-1, 12-5-1 can look at the game from a coaching angle. This allows sidelines looking to lead future stars to success. Humboldt State: 5-8-1, 6-10-2 Cal Poly Pomona: 7-6-1, 9-7-1 CSU Monterey Bay: 4-7-3, 5-10-3 UC San Diego: 4-7-3, 7-7-4 San Francisco State: 3-8-3, 6-9-3 CSU East Bay: 0-14, 1-17 New players strive to fit in for the Coyotes Women’s Soccer Women’s basketball welcomes thirteen new players North South Chico State: 5-2-7, 7-4-7 UC San Diego: 11-3, 14-3 By PAIGE GAINES season practices. San Francisco State: 6-6-2, 8-7-3 Cal State L.A.: 10-2-2, 13-2-2 Staff Writer The 'Yotes are going to start working towards their Sonoma State: 5-6-3, 7-8-3 CSU Dominguez: 9-5, 11-7 general weaknesses and strengths from previous years. After an inconsistent season last year, Coach Kevin “We hope to be able to create more shots off the drive Humboldt State: 4-7-3, 7-8-3 CSUSB: 8-4-2, 9-7-2 Becker of the women’s basketball team believes they will this year and have a consistent post game; which is some- CSU Stanislaus: 4-9-1, 8-9-1 Cal Poly Pomona: 5-9, 9-9 improve based on their athleticism and work ethic. thing that didn’t happen a year ago,” said Becker. CSU Monterey Bay: 3-9-2, 4-11-3 CSU East Bay: 2-10-2, 3-12-3 The women are “gradually coming together in the pre- Although the lady Coyotes didn’t have their best sea- season practices,” said Becker. son to date, they defeated two nationally ranked teams last He explains that there is a lot of work to be done to be year. The coaching staff is looking to build off of the pos- Coyote of the week ready for the regular season. With only seven players re- itives from an otherwise disappointing season. turning, 13 new women need to learn a new system as well Guard Krystal Urzua was the leading scorer a year ago as adjust to the campus life here at CSUSB. and returns for her senior season. Urzua was an All-CCAA Jane Chafeh: Women’s Volleyball Accomplishing all of these things involves learning to performer last season. manage time between class, studying and practice. Lisa Takata is the returning starter at point guard. The goal this year is to be more of a fast-break team. “I am looking for [Takata] to take it to the next level in The junior hitter earned her second The Coyotes want to improve weaknesses from last year leading the team,” said Becker. Morgan Pryor is returning such as pressure defense and rebounding. Becker hopes to her spot in the post. ‘Molten’ CCAA player of the week award. that a more aggressive defense will lead to turnovers and “This season we are looking for [Pryor] to be more easy baskets. consistent and a legitimate three-point threat,” said Becker. She registered 50 kills and recorded two “This would help the team transfer into a better of- “Pryor needs to drive more as well as be consistent with fense,” Becker said. her effort on defense and rebounding.” double doubles in the Coyotes two 3-1 vic- Although it is too soon to tell what strengths and weak- This team has hopes of ending this year with a better nesses the team has since they haven’t had their first game season than the last, which would include an NCAA ap- tories over Chico State and CSU Stanislaus. yet, the coach is hoping to work out the kinks during pre- pearance. Chronicle Page 15 Sports Monday, November 2, 2009 Got fan support? By JEREMY VASQUEZ alone," volleyball star Jane Chafeh said. "That is Staff Writer the advantage of having home court.” In retrospect, the games are much more than It takes a school to create a team. But it takes sporting events. a community to craft a champion. The women’s volleyball team competes The CSUSB Women’s Volleyball team is off from the first whistle until the last and it is not to yet another great season, but attendance is uncommon to see players diving on the court for nowhere near reflective of the amazing demon- loose balls or dance together on the sidelines. stration on the court. During the end of this season, as the play- “I love going to games. I feel lucky to be a offs approach, students are able to watch the witness to such amazing athletic abilities," stu- team compete for their fourth straight CCAA dent Jeffrey Chittenden said. championship and their first one nationally. "I just wish sometimes I didn’t feel like I Student organizations have tried to encour- was one of the only fans there.” age school spirit and dismiss apathy by hosting The attendance at CSUSB sporting events tailgate parties as well as performing at half- has always been an issue, but with a team as suc- time. cessful and locally treasured as the CSUSB “Since I stay near the campus and I take women’s volleyball team, many people wonder great pride in my school, if I don’t lose my why the stands are not packed. voice..., then I am not howling loud enough!” With a record of 20-1, the women’s volley- Lambda Theta Alpha’s Roxana Flores said. ball team is again poised for a championship run The people who attend are always in for a but fan support and enthusiasm is known to jam-packed game full of fanatic students, some change the tide of any game. bearing blue body paint, others wearing the “I don’t go to games because I’m too busy. CSUSB apparel and/or colors. I work off–campus and usually on Friday or Sat- Usually students encourage the athletes on urday I’m in the Los Angeles area for parties or the court by making cheers toward their home at American Eagle [to make money],” student team and jingling keys for the other team when Khoshay Renee said. it is time to catch the bus. The attendance at CSUSB home games usu- “I can’t explain how fun the games are, and ally fluctuates during the season but as the year how much of a difference I feel I make by just comes to a close, larger attendance is not re- being there,” said freshman Student Paula quired but imperative. Caicedo When volleyball players on the court know “We all play a role on our campus and at- their fans are there it makes a difference. tending a game is the least I can do.” “Every little bit helps, every clap, step, We all have the ability to change the game, cheer, and roar help us remember we’re not as students, as alumni, as Coyotes. Attendance facts CSUSB Enrollment: 17,852 Capacity of Coussoulis Arena: 4,141 Nicholas Serrato | Chronicle Photo Despite the success of the women’s volleyball team, CSUSB student support has been a disappointment. Average fans per home game (roughly): 500 Empty seats: +3600 Chemistry key to success

together without any strenuous work or practice. good leadership, because of the roles and organization,” “It was a way for them to interact with each other and Oliver said. COMMENTARY have fun,” Kooiman said. When all the coaches were asked, they said they would By JESUS ROMERO The coaches explained the team and bond and said it’s rather have a team with good chemistry that may lack the Assistant Sports Editor like their own fraternity. talent over a talented team that has no chemistry. “It’s important to have that team chemistry because the “They are just easier to coach and the good chemistry At the beginning of every season there are new play- closer you are off the field channels into the closer you are teams are just a lot more fun,” Kooiman said. ers, some returning, and they have to all get along some- on the field,” Vigil said. “I’ve had both," Oliver said. "And my most successful how. Events that happen during wasn’t my most talented, but it Some coaches have team building exercises, while oth- the season is crucial to team had the best chemistry.” ers just let the chemistry build as the season goes on. chemistry. “My most successful [team] wasn’t The men’s soccer Chemistry within a team is a vital piece of the puzzle It has the power to boost my most talented, team is having an outstanding for success. It’s a lot easier to play and perform in games chemistry tremendously or de- year, and the coaches believe alongside people you like. stroy it completely. but it had the best chemistry.” that the team chemistry has a Noah Kooiman, head coach for CSUSB men’s soccer An event could consist of: Men’s basketball Head Coach Jeff Oliver lot to do with it. team, and assistant coach Tony Vigil say they have such a a death of a teammate or some- Kooiman said that the fun group of guys and it all starts with the chemistry. one close to the team, a fight, team has had a close bond from After tryouts and “hell week” are over, Kooiman and a huge underdog win or just an addition of a player. the start and they have had a winning focus throughout the Vigil take their team on a three day trip. It depends on how the team handles the event that will year. The coaches take them to a place like Big Bear, the be the end result. Chemistry can’t be taught, but it has to come together, river or Palm Desert. Men's basketball Head Coach Jeff Oliver explained often with a little push or a leader. This year they took them to Palm Desert. They did dif- that leadership also plays a role in team chemistry. While chemistry can’t be measured, it’s hard to over- ferent team building exercises, relaxed and just hung out “You have a better chance of team chemistry through look it’s results. Monday Sports 11.2.09 On a roll to their goal By ERIC EBEL closest group of guys we have had since I have been here,” Staff Writer junior Tyler Kahn said. While other teams depend on their star athletes to score Fall is ending, winter is rounding the corner, and many points, the Yotes’ have a wide spread of talent that allows college soccer teams are ending their long-fought season. the men to really work as a team. That’s not the case here at CSUSB, as the ball keeps on “The overall skill level is so high that we don’t have to rolling for our men’s soccer team. depend on one guy to do all the scoring," said the team's This past week, the NCAA Championship Committee overall point leader Alberto Cabrera. pushed the Coyotes up to the No. 3 spot in the NCAA West "That’s what makes our team much more deadly. Other Region poll, directly under Cal State L.A. and Sonoma teams don’t know who to defend.” State. Not only have the Yotes become regionally ranked, but The top four ranked teams in the west region will ad- they made the NCAA National Division II top 25 rankings. vance to the NCAA tournament. They are currently ranked 21st in the country, which is On top of this, the 'Yotes, who have collected 10 wins a rare feat for the Coyotes. in conference play, are a shoe-in for the CCAA tourna- The men were ranked seventh nationally in 1987 as a ment. Division III school and finished at No. 12. This is a first for the university since it entered the con- The only losses this season came from the west’s No. ference in 1991-92. 1 and No. 2 ranked teams, Cal State L.A. and Sonoma It was obvious from the beginning that there were re- State. lationships that set this team apart and played into their suc- So what will the men do if they find themselves cross- cess. ing paths with these teams again? “The group of players we have this year has been the “We know we’re going into a battle and that we have to give up everything we have in order to get what we want,” said Obi Agwu. “We know these teams have been the top dogs for years and we want to be at the top. We know if we want to be the best, we have to beat the best.” Robert Whitehead | Special to the Chronicle It’s no secret that sixth-year Ryan Larson setting up a fast break earlier vs the University of Hawaii-Hilo. coach Noah Kooiman and his staff hold the keys to the team’s success victory over Cal State East Bay has enabled the 'Yotes to thus far. enter their last two games against Cal Poly Pomona with a “The coaches have been the seven-game unbeaten streak. foundation for what we do," defender They finished their regular season this past weekend Daniel McElroy said. with home and away matches versus rival, Cal Poly "They have set up a very or- Pomona. ganized, clear, and professional style The Coyotes will compete in the CCAA tournament in of coaching for us. A lot of our success Turlock, CA (Cal State Stanislaus) beginning November 6. can be credited towards our coaching On Nov. 8, the NCAA West Regional tournament will staff and the path they have shown us announce the schedule and award the home field advan- Robert Whitehead | Special to the Chronicle . . . this is a great team to end a senior tages. The men’s soccer team have surpassed all expectations this season due in part to their balanced attack. year on.” Whatever the matchup, and wherever it may take The men’s previous shutout place, expect the Coyotes to compete to the end. Cross-country is making the grade By ANDREW TAPIA last weekend was a real disappointment to the CSUSB will be leading the pack these next weeks to prepare for the Staff Writer cross country team. Western Regional. “I feel like eighth place is OK, but not acceptable," Finishing 21st in a field of 100 runners at the CCAA Running up to 35 miles per week, and being in a 10- Burleson said. "I know our girls can run better and I am tournament last week, Borman showed that she is ready to time All-Academic program, the CSUSB cross country waiting for them to realize their maximum potential." compete at the collegiate level. However, it is not only the team is pushing their bodies and minds to the limits. After coaching cross country for 18 years, Burleson is accomplishment on the cross country field that has coach Waking up at six in the morning is a “grueling” expe- focused on winning a conference championship. Burleson smiling. rience, explains senior Shawna Alvarez. "[A title] is just what our program needs," he said. One of the greatest accomplishments for the CSUSB "It is a commitment to yourself, the team, and to the "We're a young and up-and-coming team [that] needs our cross country team is being a part of the academic All- coach," Alvarez said. "There are times when I have to drag runners to step up to the plate.” The CSUSB cross coun- American team 10 years in a row. myself out of bed, but when I begin to run it’s as if nothing try team will compete in the Western Regional on Nov. 7. “I pride myself by recruiting good student athletes who else matters." Head coach Tom Burleson knows their It is important that everyone stays healthy, Burleson are going to thrive in and out of the class room,” Burleson struggles. explained. "My goal is to finish in the top five in the West- said. “I have a good group of girls that race hard, practice “I have been a runner all my life, and know the pains ern Regional and I don’t believe that goal to be far- hard and are good kids. I know we have some of our best and sores of a long season,” Burleson said. fetched," he said. racing ahead of us and I am interested to see how we will Finishing in eighth place at the CCAA conference race The team’s No. 1 runner, freshman Samantha Borman, react come Western Regionals.” Inside Sports Women’s B-Ball back, Pg. 14 Pierce helps his old team, Pg. 14 Where are the fans? Pg. 15