California State University, San Bernardino CSUSB ScholarWorks Coyote Chronicle (1984-) Arthur E. Nelson University Archives 2-7-2011 February 7th 2011 CSUSB Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle Recommended Citation CSUSB, "February 7th 2011" (2011). Coyote Chronicle (1984-). 38. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle/38 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]. Vol. XLIV, No. 12 THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT VOICE Monday, February 7, 2011 OFCoyote CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN BERNARDINO FOR 44 YEARS Chronicle Gov. Brown delivers “fi rst” State of the State, again By MATTHEW BRAMLETT the people of California decide on the measures. Staff Writer “When democratic ideals and calls for the right to vote are stirring the imagination of young people in Egypt and Tunisia and other parts of the world, we in California can’t overnor Jerry Brown painted a grim picture for California last week dur- say now is the time to block a vote of the people,” said Brown. ing his State of the State address – his fi rst since taking offi ce in January. It was clear in his speech that he fully intended to bring his budget plan to the people. The address – which is actually Brown’s eighth, BUT his fi rst in 30 If the plan for a vote goes forward, a special election would be held in June. Despite Gyears – was inundated with warnings about the future and what Califor- his wish for a democratic decision, Brown offered a chilling scenario if the current tax nians need to do to curb a defi cit totaling over $25 billion. rates are not extended. “California faces a crisis that is real and unprecedented,” said Brown. “Each of us He hinted at cutting into a number of important institutions. will have to struggle with our conscience and our constituencies as we hammer out a “At this moment of extreme diffi culty, it behooves us to turn to the people and get sensible plan to put our state on a sound fi scal footing, honestly balance our budget, and a clear mandate on how we should proceed: either to extend the taxes, as I fervently be- position California to regain its historic momentum.” lieve, or cut deeply into the programs from which, under federal law, we can still extract Throughout the speech, Brown reiterated his plan to have voters approve the continu- the sums required,” said Brown. ation of current tax increases. He cited the crises in Tunisia and Egypt as a reason to let Continued on Pg. 13 High marks for Brown By HECTOR GAMA Staff Writer Police Chief Jimmie Brown took CSUSB by storm right from the start, cleaning up crime, and making our school a safe and peaceful environment, and his efforts have been recognized, as he has been selected as a fi nalist for 2010 Director of the Year by “Campus Safety Magazine.” The “Campus Safety Magazine” is a website, eNewsletter, magazine and conference dedicated to helping public safety and security administrators in hospitals, schools and universities. Each year it recognizes offi cers from all over the nation. This year’s Angel Beltran | Chronicle Photo nominees have been recognized for their New federal guidelines have been issued to curb some of the negative consequences that high sodium consumption can lead to, such as hypertension and various chronic diseases. outstanding efforts in improving their respective schools’ safety, parking rev- enue strategies and adopting green ini- tiatives, among other things. Feds aim to reduce the silent killer, sodium Brown is one of 12 fi nalists for the Campus Safety award. His nomination came after CSUSB saw a 15 percent population, while reducing it even further cer,” said Dr. Dorothy C. Chen-Maynard, By ANGEL BELTRAN drop in property crimes on campus over to 1,500 milligrams for those who are older CSUSB nutrition and food sciences pro- Staff Writer the past year. than 50, African-Americans of any age and gram director. “What I have done was implement The federal government released new any individuals who have hypertension, “Sodium-sensitive individuals have programs. Certain programs we have eating guidelines for Americans targeting diabetes or chronic kidney disease. high fl uid-retention, putting them at risk of are basic crime prevention programs,” daily sodium intake. “When you eat fast food, canned food, high blood pressure and further complica- Brown said. “We opened a police sub- The U.S. Department of Health and or processed food it is easy to raise your tions,” said Chen-Maynard. station, which helps out a lot, where we Human Services (DHHS) reduced the rec- salt intake. Following the new guideline Last Monday, Diane Rehm discussed have two police sergeants and an offi cer ommended daily sodium intake from 2,400 will help reduce chronic disease, such as the sodium-intake regulation on “The Di- who are stationed out at housing.” milligrams (mg) to 2,300mg for the general heart disease, stroke, diabetes and can- Continued on Pg. 3 In addition to this, he and the Uni- versity Police Department also im- plemented environmentally friendly practices, including the adoption of near-paperless computer-aided dispatch, ‘Yotes get schooled on the big “O” records management and memo sys- Continued on Pg. 3 By MACKENZIE VON KLEIST Staff Writer The female orgasm is not education and how to achieve the the myth or legend that many mysterious female orgasm. sexually active people believe it There was an immense to be. amount of support from CSUSB This interesting topic was students Feb. 2, in the Santos one that recently grasped the at- Manuel Student Union (SMSU). tention of many students here at Staff from the WRC had to CSUSB. get more chairs to accommodate The “I Love Female Or- the amount of standing students gasm” lecture that was held by in the back of the room that were the Women’s Resource Center eager to listen in. Mackenzie von Kleist | Chronicle Photo (WRC) informed the students Bashful men and women Hector Gama | Chronicle Photo Lauren Harris demonstrates her love of the female orgasm at the informational event. and guest attendees about sex Continued on Pg. 3 Campus Safety Award fi nalist Police Chief Brown poses. Chronicle Page 2 News Monday, February 7, 2011 CSUSB offers VITA, free tax prep service By LINDSEY MARTINOVICH Since 1990, taxpayers have e-fi led Staff Writer nearly one billion Form 1040 series tax re- turns safely and securely. It’s that dreadful time of the year E-fi le is the norm. And now, with Free again, and no it isn’t Valentine’s Day; it’s File, everyone can fi le Form 1040 series tax season! tax returns for free!” This year CSUSB accounting students are taking a proactive approach by mak- ing themselves available to offer free tax preparation services. Other locations where you The free service is offered to low-in- can get the free tax service: come, disabled, elderly and limited Eng- lish-speaking people; this service is put on • American Red Cross by the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance • Inland Empire Chapter program (VITA). • Boys and Girls Club “Students have been trained to prepare Lindsey Martinovich | Chronicle Photo (Redlands) basic tax returns for taxpayers whose annu- CSUSB’s accounting students offer to relieve stress and confusion with their free tax preparation service called VITA. al gross income does not exceed $60,000. • Catholic Charities Homework Center They also provide assistance with itemized stress and confusion that taxes bring to Volunteers are unable to help nonresi- (San Bernardino) deductions, earned income credit, educa- most people. dents, small business owners, owners of • Fontana Boys and Girls Club tion credit, dependent care credit and child At CSUSB, you may receive help rental properties or those who are married • Goodwill Industries Clearance Center tax credit,” according to CSUSB Public from a member of VITA on the fourth fl oor but fi ling separately prepared taxes. VITA Affairs. of Jack Brown Hall. They will be there can help you prepare to fi le taxes online as (San Bernardino) VITA began on Friday, Feb. 4 and will Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 to 5 p.m. well. • Norman F. Feldheym Central Library last until April 16 at the CSUSB main cam- At these times, no appointment is required. According to IRS, last year, nearly (San Bernardino) pus. According to the Internal Revenue 100 million taxpayers opted for the safest, • Northtown Community Center Students have expressed their con- Service (IRS), if you earned any type of fastest and easiest way to submit their indi- (Rancho Cucamonga) cerns and fears about fi ling taxes. income in 2010, you must fi le a tax return. vidual tax returns. “They are too diffi cult to deal with. I This includes people who are self-em- do the 1040 EZ myself. Last year I owed ployed, sold a house, etc. $500, but this year I should be getting “I get taxed really heavily because I money back. I’m scared!” said student work at a restaurant and get tips. I fi le it Coyote Corrections Lauren Halseth. with my family and we use turbo tax,” said -In the January 31st issue the story “Welcome to Portlandia” was written by Brandy VITA’s goal is to alleviate the burden, student Tyler Andrews. Montoya, not Courtney Rinker. -In the same issue the story “Academy Announcements: Nominees In, may the best win” was written by Jennifer Baugh, not Jennifer Peters.