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Dance Against Violence Street Talk the Daily Evergreen Went out on the Street to Find out What Students and Community Members Can Dance WSU Has to Say Conserving water THE DAILY Page 3 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2014 gTHE STUDENT VOICE OF WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY SINCE 1895 Ever reen Vol 120 No. 96 Dance against violence Street talk The Daily Evergreen went out on the street to find out what Students and community members can dance WSU has to say. to condemn violence against women as part of V-Day WSU How common do you think violence against women is on a global scale? Dakota Manzay junior, psychology « I would say fairly common depending where you go. In places where it’s accepted, peo- ple aren’t consciously aware. When no one is aware (it’s wrong) it’s more likely to happen.» Megan Nelson junior, math « It’s more ELVERT BARNES | WIKIMEDIA COMMONS common Protesters congregate for an end of violence against women in the ‘One Billion Rising’ campaign in Farragut amongst Square, Washington D.C., Feb. 14, 2013. under- developed By Lance Lijewski dance. Evergreen life editor “One Billion Rising is a global movement,” said countries. It’s ust over one year ago, one of Zumba Eskander. “People all over the world will dance to the same still common instructor Jenny Eskander’s close friends song to foster an environment for social change; it’s so pow- worldwide (though), in dif- lost her life as a result of physical vio- erful knowing that we are part of a much larger movement.” lence.J Her husband beat her until she died. Group Fitness and Instruction Coordinator Jessica ferent forms.» “This is not right,” she said. “Together, we can make a Norman said this is UREC’s second year partnering with difference to prevent these tragedies.” the movement. One Billion Rising uses art, dance, songs, Joshua Crebbin For reasons like this, One Billion Rising, an anti-violence poems, testimonies and other platforms to voice the violent freshman, mechanical engineering movement, and V-Day WSU have partnered with UREC’s struggle of abuse women encounter. Zumba program to join students and faculty passionate “One Billion Rising takes on many forms,” said Norman. « It is more about both dance and combating violence against women. “We have decided to show our efforts through dance via common UREC will host a one hour session Friday at noon in Zumba.” in under- the CUB Senior Ballroom dedicated to supporting abused developed women and girls globally through the free expression of See ZUMBA page 4 countries but still prevalent in the United Pullman police warn citizens of IRS scam calls States. For example, domes- tic disputes and nonconsen- From staff reports security number; make caller If someone were to get a Administration. ID appear as if the IRS is call- suspicious call claiming to be Victims can also file a com- sual sexual activities.» Victims receiving suspi- ing; send bogus IRS emails; from the IRS asking for pay- plaint with the Federal Trade cious phone calls from people (and) call a second time claim- ment, Pullman Police offer a Commission. claiming to be IRS investigators Caroline Williams ing to be the police or DMV, few suggestions to determine a Pullman PD is urging citi- freshman, psychology have led to multiple reports and caller ID again supports scam from the real thing: zens to stay alert for phone and of attempted fraud, accord- the claim,” according to the If unsure about owing fed- email scams using the IRS ing to the Pullman Police press release. eral taxes at the time of getting name. The IRS will never ask Department. Scammers often use many In realistic cases, the IRS a fraudulent phone call, police for any personal or financial tricks to get information out of would normally contact people recommend hanging up and information by email, text or « One in three their victims, according to the about unpaid taxes by mail – calling the IRS to clarify the any social media, according to women.» Pullman PD press release. not phone. Also, the IRS would situation. the press release. The callers “use common never ask someone for payment If someone does not owe The press released asked vic- names and fake IRS badge using a pre-paid debit card taxes, that person should report tims to forward all scam emails numbers; know the last four or wire transfer according to the incident to the Treasury to [email protected] and report digits of the victim’s social Pullman PD. Inspector General for Tax it to the police immediately. In this issue | Opinion | 3 Sports | 7 Life | 9 Classifieds | 11 PAGE 2 | WEDNESDAY, FEBRAURY 12, 2014 PAGE TWO DAILYEVERGREEN.COM The weather box In the Stars | Horoscopes Thursday | Sun/Wind High: 42 Low: 35 Today’s Birthday —— Focus on optimal health and work this year, for extraordinary results. You’re learning tricks for powerful performance (especially through August). Include practices for physical, mental and spiritual growth. A spring cleaning at home makes space for a new stage in Friday | Rain romance and partnership (solar eclipse, 6/10). Spend time with young people for inspiration, fun and High: 40 Low: 33 play. Grow your love. Wednesday | Rain/Wind Aries (March 21-April 19) Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Saturday | Rain/Snow —— Prepare for all the —— Gamble another —½ — Clear up confusion High: 44 Low: 37 High: 38 Low: 34 contingencies you can imagine, day. Focus on the jobs you love and before proceeding. Double-check financial documents and paperwork. THE WEATHER CHANNEL and don’t make promises you can’t delegate others. More complications keep. Spend time on organiza- could arise, with unstable conditions. Listen to all the considerations, regard- tion and planning before taking Keep to the plan, despite temporary ing upcoming expenses. Budget to action. Another illusion bites the confusion. Cautiously advance while make it work. Remain firm but not dust. Abundance is available again. reviewing options. Reassure someone rigid. Talk to your family before signing. Searching for a CEO Exceed expectations. who feels abandoned. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Taurus (April 20-May 20) Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) —— Conditions seem From staff reports an experienced leader to com- —½ — It’s getting easier —½ — Chaos and misun- shaky. Encourage compromise on plete its $1 billion Campaign for to advance, although communica- derstandings could slow the action. the team. Don’t gossip about your The WSU Foundation has WSU Endowment (now totaling tions could slow or get twisted. It’s a good time to relax and recharge. job. Check the regulations. Work out the budget with a partner. You don’t embarked on a national search more than $876.4 million) and Don’t tell everything. Offer extra Keep it frugal. Negotiate your way out to fill a position left vacant for service. Good work leads to more of a corner. You can succeed. Offer need whistles and bells. Integrate your to lead any strategic planning for insights. Present a balanced report. more than three and a half years. future initiatives, said Rogers. assignments. Help a goofy friend advice only if asked. Get insight from Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) stay calm. Allow yourself a little treat. a dream. The CEO of the WSU A search committee was cre- —½ — Quiet productiv- Gemini (May 21-June 20) Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Foundation and assistant vice ated by President Floyd and the ity gets more accomplished than president of university develop- —½ — Love grows, —½ — Unexpected cir- meetings. Focus on health and service. WSU Foundation’s Board of even if it’s not quite as expected. cumstances could interfere with the ment are two parts of the same Governors committee consisting Take care of yourself and others. Rest, position – with leadership roles You’ve got the upper hand. Don’t plans. Keep the faith. Don’t forget to and remind others to do the same. of key Foundation volunteers talk about it. Avoid an argument do an important job at work. Learn as in both the Foundation and the Avoid big expense or hassle. Postpone and staff leaders, said Rogers. with the one who signs your pay- you teach. Schedule a family discus- appointments if you need. university’s council. With this committee, the checks. Be respectful. Find a sweet- sion for later. Small steps forward add The position, previously Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) university hired Florida- heart deal. up. —½ — Plan some social held by Brenda Wilson-Hale, based national search firm Cancer (June 21-July 22) Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) fun. Direct your actions logically. Turn was left vacant to “alleviate Greenwood/Asher & Associates —½ — Take care if ——A lucky break opens down public for private today. Try not demand on the budget” during you must travel now. Abundance is a new door. Study the options. Don’t Inc. to partner with the WSU to provoke jealousy. Controversy could the financial crisis, said Judy available. Don’t rush blindly forward, take anything for granted. Use what arise. Ignore someone who says it can’t Rogers, vice president of the Foundation Board, Floyd and though. Meditation delivers keen you have. You’re especially charming be done. Pay attention to intuition. WSU Foundation and chair of Rogers, who was selected to personal insight. Expand it by shar- now. Exploration through travel or Admit impracticalities. chair the search committee. the WSU Foundation’s Board of ing it. Heed advice from a female. Go the eyes of another inspires you. Sort TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES Trustees. Wilson-Hale earned a To qualify for this position, a down a new road. through your stuff. base salary of $262,500 when candidate should have a strong she left. track record forging successful He responsibilities included relationships with major donors but were not limited to cam- and possess communication and Police log presentation skills to be able paign planning, board relations, Saturday a possible traffic offense.
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