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Atlanta 2010: Literacy Project: 18 GC Report 27 Hope In El Salvador My fellow students... ■■■■■■

What an exciting time to be a 2010-2011 school year. But, as Jesse is student here at La Sierra University! With committed to not only maintaining such a new state of the art School of Business standards of excellence set forth by the going up, brand new gated security qualified expertise of Nic Sanchez, but also system, and record numbers of incoming to producing an improved Perspectives freshmen, a joyful buzz seems to permeate and yearbook, so too am I committed to the sidewalks of our campus, making our delivering a refined Criterion magazine to ears ring with the anticipation of a fantastic your hands. year to come. Now, as you thumb through the To the new students on campus- pages of our first issue, enjoy the feeling who, for the first time, are experiencing the of how these gloss pages feel on your close-knit community standard that seems fingertips. Touch it. Massage it. Love it. Put to define the coalescence of our student it under your pillow and use it to firm your body-you have opened a publication that mattress. But above all this, I encourage has not only a rooted tradition here at LSU, you, the reader, to fulfill your calling as such but also an elevated standard due to the and read through the articles, written by TLC given it under the able leadership of students for students, for your enjoyment. last year's editor, Israel Carreon. And as I cross the t's and dot the i's on this To the returning students, most premiere issue, I intend for you to do just of you already realize how far the Criterion that. has had to come to be the respectable publication that it is today. The Vice- President of Publications for SALSU, Jesse Mella, and I both recognize that Nick Smith the bar has been set high for this coming Chief Editor It is an honor and pleasure on the and departments on our website. This is behalf of your SALSU officers.to officially an opportunity for students off/on campus, welcome all of you to the 2010-2011 missionaries, and study abroad students school year. I hope that this past summer, to be involved in our SALSU events by you have traveled, tanned yourself for a watching and listening to our SALSU Radio. new California look, and enjoyed the last Networking is crucial as students of few warm or cold summer days of your learning Higher education and SALSU hometown. This year SALSU has a lot in encourages it. store for you from exciting social events, With networking comes to a newly improved publications, and participation and our events needs you opportunities for ministry work. SALSU has to participate. For example, CABL Run, 4 goals for this year: 4th Down, Midnight Cafe, Social Night (Thursday night),Open Gym Night and 1) To make sure that commuter students more. We planned these events for you, the are part of the SALSU experience on students and we want you to JOIN US. campus and networking is a must. However, as we become of service to you, never forget to serve the Lord 2) To share our Adventist belief of service that loves you unconditionally. Trust full to the community through ministry works in him and anything in your college life with your Religious VP—Pono, will be possible just like how the book of Philippians' is a witness for it. 3) To fundraise $3,000 and more toward the El Salvador Literacy Project, and

4) To become more than just a voice for the students and to be of service to students.

As officers we are here to serve the students and make sure that every SALSU event benefits your spiritual, physical, and social needs. A new thing that SALSU is bringing you this year is SALSU Radio. We will be Jon Finau broadcasting live news, upcoming events, SALSU President music, and advertisements for other clubs

President's message m IGNITE Reflections by Sylvie Haber

Has anyone noticed all the new that as the flowers need nurturing to grow, faces, full of excitement and ready to start so will their children in this phase of their a new chapter in their lives? Yes, they are lives. Their prayers will aid in this transition our new freshmen and they just experi- into the world of adults. enced IGNITE! Appropriately, diversity was cel- At the end of every summer, in ebrated by the "Path of The Just", where preparation for the new school year, fac- everyone was able to identify their heritage ulty, staff, and volunteer students dedicate by placing a fan on the respective conti- a few days to the incoming freshman class. nent of their ancestry. This event allows This year should have been no different, for barriers to be brought down instanta- but it is! In the history of La Sierra Univer- neously and the bridges of communication sity, there has never been so numerous a to be erected with a smile. One of the most class. The campus is buzzing with over beautiful landscaping designs that exists is 400 new freshmen, anticipating all that lies the Earth and here it is on a smaller scale. ahead for them. Right here, on the campus of La Sierra Uni- The students were welcomed by versity, populated by its students, standing IGNITE, which does exactly as its name proudly and welcoming each other. implies—ignite the spirit of excitement by The "Hello Walk" event was spe- awakening feelings of elation and exhilara- cific for introducing the students to their tion, and to bring together the freshmen professors and making sure that the stu- class as one family by assisting them in the bonding process. At IGNITE, many friend- "The Campus is buzz- ships form and many people reunite after a long summer. ing with over 400 new One of the more notable events freshmen, anticipat- was the "Blessings" ceremony, where, after sharing a beautiful blessings service, ing all that lies ahead the parents were cordially asked to "let go". The speakers that highlighted the for them." Blessings Ceremony were the President of the University, Randall Wisbey, La Si- dents could see a different side of the fac- erra University Church Senior Pastor, Chris ulty and start building relationships with Oberg, and from the School of Religion, their prospective mentors. I implore the Dr. Maurey Jackson. According to many freshmen to take advantage of what we of the freshmen, this program was one of have here at La Sierra University. Our fac- the most powerful of the week. Packets ulty cares and wants to see us succeed, of flower seeds were distributed to the but they would also like to see us become parents, a reminder of their child's spiri- productive people serving the Lord and tual and intellectual growth and need for doing as He would. Getting to know them prayer. The moment, full of grace, was a would open up your eyes to how selfless moment to be remembered as the parents your instructors are and how serving and were notably moved by the gesture. Over giving back has enriched their lives and the course of the year, they will witness the hopefully become an inspiration to you to growth of these plants and be reminded pivp hark NSLC The talent show was a time for fun, snes, for demonstrating his outstanding putting a smile on the faces of students in skills with the Chinese yo-yo! this time of uncertainty. During the talent But what is IGNITE without fam- show, many students got to show off their ily groups? The whole essence of IGNITE talents to their peers and really step out of is being in family groups and getting to their comfort zone. Of all the events during know people that are in your shoes. Dur- IGNITE, the talent show consistently draws ing the time with family groups, everyone the most response from students as far as participated in activities that brought every- enjoyment. Of course this is not to say that one out of their comfort zone. By the end of the enjoyment during IGNITE is limited to IGNITE these family groups actually turned into actual "families"; they shook off all that "The whole essence uncertainty and bonds were strengthened. Overall, the event went off without of IGNITE is being in a hitch. Another year marked with an "ig- niting" start, it was a successful beginning family groups and get- to an exciting year for all and an amazing ing to know people experience at La Sierra University.

that are in your shoes" Welcome, freshmen! the talent show. But this is the part of the event where people let go and allow their talents to speak for them. Many of the acts included saxophone playing, a creative and entertaining way to play the piano with three people, and a lot of dancing. But congratulations to the winner, Nolan Wang- « ■

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Looking for a way around purchasing textbooks? This is it. Go to lasierra.edu/library, click "Get book from another library" click the Link+ link and type in what you need. The books are delivered to the LSU library usually between 3-5 business days. Want a fun book to read? You can get that there too! You can also request music cds and dvds through Link+, and the best part is that it's all FREE!

Link+ items are checked out for three weeks at a time, and can be renewed once for another two weeks. Although it seems like every book in the universe is in the Link+ system, be assured that is not the case. If you want to search for a textbook through Link+, be sure to do it early in the quarter because there's no guarantee that it will be available. You cannot check out Link+ items (or any books from our library too) if you have a library fine. So please, return all Link+ books on time!

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AMC Tyler Galleria 16 offers student discounts all day Thursdays. You can watch any movie for $8. Regal cinemas also offer up to 25% off of ticket prices if you show your student ID. " Need a new laptop? Apple, HP, and Dell all offer dis- counted computers for college students. (If you go to the Student Life page on the LSU website, there is a special link o the Apple store, which will get you all kinds of awesome iscounts). Shopping for a new car? Some dealerships (and insurance ompanies) offer discounts to college students. Going abroad? Consider getting an ISIC card (available in he office of International Students). ISIC cards can get you Student heaper flights, hostels, and Eurail passes. Discounts There are a number ol computer laos on campus to fulfill your technological needs. The largest on-campus computer lab is MICOL, located in Ambs hall across from the Psychology Department (the lab has both Macs and PCs so you never have to settle). Also the library has a brand new computer lab by the reference section, where you can write papers, print, or use Face- book. Most departments also have their own computer labs, for example the School of Business has a lab on the lower level where color printing is available. Computer Labs

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Jonathan Finau - President

Jonathan has held several important positions in the past, including class president, Homebase Ministries Coordinator, and roles as a church deacon and youth director. These responsibilities helped him learn that God always comes first, to let others see Jesus through your work, and to be passionate about school and life. As President, he is prepared to offer our student body a voice and a helping hand. He and the other officers are here to "walk the extra miles to find solutions that will help both the students and the faculty."

John Yousry - Executive Vice President

John, formerly the Parliamentarian, is now Executive Vice President. During his previous period, he was able to learn how to be on top of things as well as how to work hard for the students. This year he is very happy with the supportive

team. John loves our campus because of how easy it is to find God here. He's an international student from Egypt, but says that the most interesting place he's ever visited is Leba- non, where he saw snow for the first time in his life. . ■—^ \ ' >

Brianna Jones - Social Vice President

During Briannas first year at LSI), she held a seat on the Senate, where she learned how to balance leadership and being a student, as well as how to have authority without abusing it. A change that she would like to help implement is to make sure that the students are pleased on weekdays as well as weekends. SALSU has events about 3 times a week, not just on Thursday nights. Brianna wants to take advantage of her hands-on opportunity to make LSU a real community, and to show students how much fun it can be to be involved.

11 Before coming to LSU, Pono had no interest in student government. But now, he's ready to see some changes imple- mented, such as more student involvement in worship and other spiritual events. His favorite part about our university is the spirituality and community he's witnessed here. One of the best classes he's taken is Sacred Text: Theory and Prac- tice. If he were ever stuck on an island, he's decided the best movie to have with him would be Cast Away or Swiss Family Robinson, so that he could learn from them!

Aubrey Ferguson - Financial Vice President

This is Aubrey's first time being a college-level officer. She has several ideas for changes at La Sierra, one of which is strengthening the communication between SALSU and the graduate students in order to promote participation among everyone, not just the undergrads. She is open to other sug- gestions for SALSU, and for our campus. So far, Aubrey thinks that the best thing about working with SALSU is getting to meet a ton of people that she never would have were it not for her position.

Kendall Hester - Public Relations Director

I Kendall has served as a Senator at Oakwood University, and ■ was SALSU's Social Vice President last year. These positions ■ proved that one must work hard to achieve the desired re- I suits, and that the best thing is to trust God. There are a few ■ things that Kendall would like to see changed on our cam- lpus, such as the way that class schedules are coordinated. -Jone of the classes that she has loved the most was Persua- Ision and Rhetoric. Kendall learned lots of valuable things in Jthat class, and recommends that more people take it!

Jesse Mella- Publications Vice President

Jesse Mella believes that he can help encourage participation from students, promote everyone's talents, and give more opportunities to all by offering us his new ideas and creativity. Since beginning work with SALSU, he's had the chance to meet a lot of new people, and the best part is that he gets to help our university. The most interesting place he's ever visited was Easter Island, a place that looks like it was "stopped in time."Jesse's favorite book is The Count of Monte Cristo and he loves to cook and create desserts! Cindy Sihotang - CABL Director

Cindy has served our campus as Financial Vice-President jfor two years prior to her current post. One of her biggest goals this year is to provide the student body with a variety of choices and opportunities in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. If you want to take an entertaining class, Cindy recommends Christian Understanding of Sexuality. There were jsome interesting conversations there, but they were still able to get serious. What would she choose to read if she were locked in the library one night? Anything by Nicholas Sparks!

Cyndi Maravilla - Secretary

Cyndi would like to implement more school spirit at LSU. She wishes for each of us to support each other, support our sports teams, and grow together in God. In SALSU, she getsl/ | to see each person work passionately towards their goals for I £ this school year. Her favorite part about our university is that^^ *-*# no matter how much our school is the topic of conversations at other universities, we stand for what we believe in. We express our love for God through our worship, praise and our service to others with perpetual passion. r

Carl Nolasco - Parlamentarian

Although Carl has never had officer experience before, he is ready to offer our student body an open ear and an open mind. He's prepared to hear our concerns and desires for this campus. He loves the friendly atmosphere here, where one is lifted both spiritually and socially, and wants to make sure that everyone else feels the same way! One of the most interesting places Carl has ever visited was his family's moth- erland, the Philippines.

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1 a Sierra Loved Me

If La Sierra University has loved you, then keep reading; the following will be of some interest to you. Everyone knows now about the contention involving the Biol- ogy Department at our school. In fact, the "creation vs. evolution controversy" seems redundant now when brought up in conversation. But a fairly recent development has been the Michigan Conference's blazoned declaration of LSU's apparent "apostasy". It has only added to the sticks and stones being hurled at our school for some time now. From a PR standpoint, LSU has done what it could to counter the attacks, but someone needed to stand up for the school. And someone has. It was all of you! Geoff Blake, an associate pastor at Paradise Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church in San Diego, started up a Facebook page called "La Sierra Loved Me (Testify)" back in late May of this year. And the positive responses have been filling its wall with testimonies of changed lives. With this Facebook page taking off, creating a perfect platform for people to voice their appreciation for LSU and its faculty, Criterion gotten a chance to sit down with its creator, Pastor Blake, and talk about what has made him so passionate about doing this.

CRITERION: What have you heard about what Is there a better word to get to the core of has been happening on the LSU campus people's self-interest and really motivate regarding creation versus evolution? What them? I can't think of one. So, you have have you heard people say regarding this to give this group a lot of credit—they've issue? run an extremely intentional and well-organized campaign. Unfortunately, it's a cam- GEOFF BLAKE: From what I understand, a paign that's fundamentally misguided. small group of individuals have disagreed with how the topic of origins has been dealt CM: DO you want to weigh in? with in certain science classes at LSU. Consequently, this group has organized an GB: No. Next question? (laughs...) extensive PR campaign broadcasting their disapproval and trying to attract support- Well, I'm a pastor and not a scientist, so I ers. won't attempt to compare and contrast the details of various theories of origin. How- I actually think people can learn a lot from ever, being an Adventist pastor, I can't help this group's efforts. The campaign that they but look at how our Fundamental Beliefs have put on has been very organized and start: "Seventh-day Adventists accept the well orchestrated. Furthermore, this group Bible as their only creed..." Now, if you has come up with really effective ways to take that to heart and believe the Adventist motivate people to support their message. founders' concept of "present truth," then For example, on their main website, the it seems like an ideal, faithful Adventist "Purpose and Goals" section ends with a academic community would take present- note about certain LSU professors: "These known findings and realities (i.e., science), men are free to believe and teach whatever hold them next to the Bible in a back-and- I they want, just not at our university with forth kind of conversation, and explore the our money." Notice the last word: money. implications. I CRI: What was your motivation for starting The problem with this idea of "present the FB page? 1 truth" that our church founders' put forth is that it's a really dangerous and difficult I actually had the same purpose in mind i task, full of disagreements and wrong that the main website for the negative LSU i turns. Searching for "present truth" means campaign states as one of its purposes: "So there is always more to find, and there's potential students and their parents could always more to learn. It would be much make informed decisions." That's what the easier to just spoon-feed concrete truths LSU Loved Me Facebook page is all about-- i and amazingly simplistic facts to students. informing future students and parents. (So, Just "educate truth"? For that matter, why in actuality, I was aiding in their purpose!) can't we just have church leaders come I wanted kids and parents in Michigan (for in and have all LSU professors sign off on example) that might be thinking of attend- what they can and cannot teach, then have ing LSU to have an informed decision. And the professors transmit the pre-determined they're not going to have an informed deci- information to students? sion if the only voices they're able to hear are a couple of loud and disgruntled ones. Well, for one, if that kind of thing was hap- They need to have the opportunity to hear pening, our Bible wouldn't be our church's a broad range of stories from real students only creed anymore, and two, our search for that have attended or are attending LSU. present truth would be over. Luckily, those So now, potential students and parents aren't the kinds of principles our church have the opportunity to balance the few was founded on, and that's not what LSU is fearful stories they might have heard with doing. La Sierra isn't supposed to "educate the hundreds of testimonies on the LSU truth," it's supposed to educate a process Loved Me page. of searching for present truth. CRI: What has been the response? CRI: What was your experience as a student at LSU? How has LSU loved YOU? GB: The response has been absolutely incredible. It's really taken on a life of its GB: In a word: Epic. I loved my time at own, with hundreds of current and former LSU. Through the classes, spiritual life op- students, parents, faculty and staff all con- portunities (shout out to Pastor Sam!), and tributing. social events, my mind, heart, and soul were opened at LSU like they had never CRI: As a pastor, you have given your opin- been before. ion on some controversial issues like gay rights and immigration reform, and have The greatest thing for my faith and my seen firsthand the divisive effects that these growth as a student at La Sierra was tak- issues have in this country and, more spe- ing classes from professors whom I didn't cifically, the Adventist Church. And with the agree with. LSU loved me most by opening Michigan Conference's declaration of apos- my ears and eyes to a variety of voices, per- tasy, it seems as though this LSU issue is spectives and ideas. At La Sierra, I learned having a similar affect on our church. How how to think for myself and how to search do you think we can counteract the disrup- for a meaningful, relevant understanding of tive effect that this issue brings to Advent- truth. ism today? GB: We need to continue to create opportunities where people can share their sto- To the SDA church: Let's go back to our ries. In my experience, fighting dogma with roots to move forward! We need to continue dogma is often less than helpful. But, if you to keep our founders' principles in mind get someone that says, "This is my story; and encourage our colleges and universi- this is how things went down for me," it's ties to have the freedom to search for pres- hard to argue with that. People in power ent truth and educate that process. are often afraid to create vulnerable situ- ations where stories of the powerless can CRI: What would you say to current students be heard, but I believe part of our calling and those who might be considering LSU for as Adventist Christians is to initiate those their college experience? kinds of moments, inside and outside of our church. GB: No school is for everyone, not even La Sierra. But for someone wanting to take a CRI: What words of encouragement would look at La Sierra (which obviously, I highly you give to the faculty and staff at LSU? To recommend), check out the LSU Loved Me the SDA church? page on Facebook, read the stories of former and current LSU students, and then GB: To the faculty and staff of LSU: Keep decide for yourself. After all, it's all about up the good work! I have met people from making an informed decision, right? all over who say they're still Adventist because of LSU. I have met people from all over who say they're still Christian because of LSU. I have met people from all over who say their life has a purpose because of LSU. In my view, La Sierra has become a launching pad for world service, and that's something really special.

"LSU loved me most by opening my ears and eyes to a variety of voices, perspectives and ideas... I learned how to think for myself and how to search for a meaningful, relevant understanding of truth."

Geoff Blake Atlanta 2010: GC Report

This year marked the 59th Gener- Dr. Maury Jackson, who is a professor in al Conference session in Atlanta, Georgia, our School of Religion here at La Sierra which was held from June 23rd to July 3rd. University, taught a course with the hopes Every five years, this event brings together of maximizing the students' understanding representatives from every corner of the of Church Policy and to help them see the world-wide church to "give thanks, plan, roots of the Adventist Church. They read and recommit." This year, many faculty many riveting books including Organizing members and students from La Sierra Uni- for Mission and Growth: The Development versity were able to attend, and they had of Adventist Church Structure by George R. the opportunity to teach, learn, participate, Knight, who is a world-renowned Seventh- and show the General Conference what day Adventist historian and educator. we, as a school and community, have to The tour was well-planned, con- offer. sidering the short amount of time in which When Pastor Sam Leonor was it was organized; they managed to reduce asked what he felt others gained from La the costs enough so that they could offer Sierra University's presence at the confer- this experience at tuition cost. They did this ence, he replied, "My prayer is that many by staying at Georgia-Cumberland Acade- people were able to see us for who we are: my; it was about a 70 mile commute. Dr. real people who are wholly committed to Jackson stated that they want to be able to the mission of the Adventist church." go again next time around, which will be The Good: The students and fac- even better, because they have five years ulty had an amazing experience that really to plan. helped bring something new to the table.

• Robert Roth was the brain child disappointed to see that," he stated. behind the whole idea for a class. Roth When asked about the negative came to Dr. Jackson and told him that he experience Pastor Sam had this to say:"For needed to do a guided study tour to the the most part it was a positive experience. General Conference. "I said, 'Okay.' But I But, like in any family, there are people that didn't think anything of it." However Roth behave a little crazy. I made up my mind put together a makeshift syllabus and sent to not let them define what it means to be it to Dr. Jackson, really solidifying the deal. an Adventist. The Starbucks (100 feet from The Bad: La Sierra University ex- the La Sierra booth) being shut down for perienced a few bumps in the road during the week was a bit of a disappointment. their trip. Dr. Jackson explained that there The nearest one was a half mile away!" were challenging times. "Our rental van The Life Changing: This experience was broken into and our food was stolen. will be sure to leave an impact on all those So we had to juggle around for awhile, but who attended. When asked whether they that's okay because we got to spend a lot of were excited for the next General Confer- , time together," he said after contemplating ence I was always met with a resounding, for awhile. "Yes!" Pastor Sam Leonor expressed that "We learned to be patient with the one of the most important things he gained ! overall church." The students had been a from the experience was being reminded little disappointed in some of the behavior how diverse the Seventh-day Adventist they saw from various delegates and didn't Church is. feel that the event was getting the full atten- "Our Pastor, Pastor Chris Oberg, tion that it called for. This was exhibited in preached one of the best sermons in the sparse turnouts in some of the sessions for whole session; her sermon was delivered voting, especially since the General Confer- with profundity, grace, biblical wisdom, ence is meant to be a gathering to deal with and theological soundness. And we are just the business of the church. "Some were grateful; it gave us a reason to be proud," Dr. Jackson emphasized when speakin g A special message from the interviewees: about our attendance. He also thanked Mrs. Thompson, Larry Becker, Dr. Wisbey, "They should be proud of La Sierra [Uni- and all who helped at our school's booth. versity] and the people who represented They really worked hard to show the best us there. They worked very hard to put La Sierra University had to offer. on display all of the amazing reasons we President Wisbey's presence was love LSU: academic excellence, diversity, a source of inspiration and encouragement commitment to service and loyalty to the which everyone appreciated, as well as the Adventist church. I couldn't have been support that was shown for our institution prouder to be a part of this institution." from our sister colleges that visited our - Pastor Sam Leonor. booth. The 60th General Conference Ses- "We are sure that next time we will get sion is currently slated to be held in San people from other universities as well as Antonio, Texas. Dr. Jackson hopes to take lay people who aren't even in college but an important religious figure from that city would like to take the class. And here's and integrate that into the message, like he the kicker. Other college presidents were did with this Conference by referencing Dr. coming to our students inquiring about the Martin Luther King, Jr. class. Asking, 'Whose idea was this? What "I came away with a renewed ap- are you guys studying? How did you pay for preciation for what we have at LSU, specifi- it?' So we have a pretty good hunch, even cally, our understanding of grace and our though we were the first ones to do some- commitment to searching for truth." thing like this in the history of the denomi- nation, we're going to have some copycats that are going to try it the next time. But we are five years ahead of them." - Dr. Maury Jackson *flm *<°£>°'w rf*

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The air was stuffy, my legs were where the best restaurants were. It was al- sore, and I was freezing. I had been on most like a treasure hunt trying to figure this plane for 12 hours, and I was second- out what the locals valued in their society. guessing my decision to get on it in the Once we learned what the evil eye meant, first place. I stepped into the airport to find our eyes were not only opened to how they signs in a language I didn't understand, picked their jewelry (which we found is and met people I had never seen before. very important) but also to the many super- The idea of leaving for another country may stitions held. It was a great joy to become have been daunting, but it turned into an close friends with such happy, relaxed peo- experience to remember. When it came ple. time to go home and leave my six-week I brought snacks with me just in stay in Greece, the only things I could think case I started to miss American food, but I of were the people, food, and places I'd be soon learned that was not necessary. When missing when I got we started travel- back to California. ing and noticed I brought back with "When you are being all the small farms me all that I could fit introduced to a new littering the coun- in my suitcase, but it tryside, we under- wasn't the same as culture and language, stood why the food living in the Grecian was so good. Ev- culture. it takes a little time to erything was fresh! When you One of my favorite are being introduced find your bearings." things to do during to a new culture and our free time waste language, it takes a little time to find your walk to town and stop by the bakery. Part of i bearings. The first thing I noticed in Greece the fun was guessing what desserts were, was that the people were very interested in since I had trouble discussing ingredients my welfare. The man who picked me up with the locals. Oh, and when talking about from the airport and took me to my hotel food, you can't forget the gyros. We would was very courteous, as was all of the hotel buy gyros whenever we had the chance, staff. Sure, it was their job to make us hap- even if we had just eaten, they were that py, but they went beyond doing their job good. Since I have gotten back, I have giv- by taking time to talk to us about the best en extra attention to Greek restaurants in places to visit and teaching us Greek say- the area. While nothing will beat eating eth- ings. When we would travel on the metro, nic food with the ethnic people, it is good tc it was not difficult to start a conversation, reminisce by doing the closest alternative. and once the locals found out our group It is a good thing I brought a cam- was from the States, they would become era with me, because I don't know wha: that much more interested in making sure I would do with myself if I did not have we knew which cities were dangerous and pictures of all the amazing places I got tc

" e. While I was still with the main group the most beautiful beaches, one right after we went on a couple tours. I loved our tour the other. It was incredibly beautiful and guide. I'm pretty sure she was the best out we loved it, but we also enjoyed the rush there. It was nice seeing significant places, that came from last minute decisions and but it came to life when she would explain almost missing the last bus out of Volos. I the significance. For instance, the ruins think I had the perfect mixture of interest- that used to be sculptures decorating the ing facts and history with adventure and roof of the Temple of Delphi were very nice excitement. to look at, they did not become interesting I will never regret stepping out of until we found out that it was probably de- my comfort zone and traveling to a com- picting the Battle of Troy. Then all of a sud- pletely foreign country. It may sound scary, den the sculptures turned into a story that but once you have met the people, eaten was so real you could almost see the fig- the food, and seen wondrous sights, there ures moving in their stone forms. Not hav- is no going back. Travel gives you a chance ing a tour guide did not stop us traveling to not only appreciate another culture, though. Half the fun was the spontaneity of but to enjoy it and live it. I hope everyone how we would travel. We had a guidebook takes the chances necessary to experience to reference, but otherwise we weren't sure Greece or anywhere else for that matter. If where we were going until we would get on you don't, you are missing out! the metro. One weekend we decided to go to Agios-loannis, a part of the coast with Movie Review The Social Network: by Jeremy Acceptance at Any Cost Caesar

"You're not an [expletive], Mark," his pretentious endeavor for coolness has junior lawyer Marylin Delpy tells co-creator negatively affected his relationships with of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, "You're those who truly care about him. just trying so hard to be one." The Social Jesse Eisenberg is flawless as Network is a compelling exploration of the Mark Zuckerberg. His uncanny ability to desire to be accepted by the social elite and deliver dialogue with rapid-fire realism the dehumanizing lengths to which one serves him best here as he effortlessly will go to achieve that acceptance. Direc- fleshes out this wunderkind's flawed ge- tor David Fincher and screenwriter Aaron nius. Justin Timberlake is charming as the Sorkin masterfully present the founding of philandering Napster founder Sean Parker. the global social networking site with such Andrew Garfield stands out by bringing assurance and style, making this one of the an emotive understanding of human sen- most fascinating films to open in theaters sitivity as Eduardo Saverin, Zuckerberg's this year. wronged best friend and the most likeable When Mark's girlfriend, Erica Al- member of the trio. At its heart, the film is a bright, breaks up with him after he unin- character study about how these polarizing tentionally insults her social status-he at- young men clash and these performances tends Harvard while she goes to Boston believably ground the drama. University-he retaliates in the only way he David Fincher's direction is as pre- knows how: through the internet. With his cise and astute as ever. He creates a strik- affinity for computer hacking, Mark creates ing sense of place and his penchant for a website that allows people to rank girls stylized realism is perfectly complemented depending on their physical attraction. It by Aaron Sorkin's relentlessly intelligent receives 22,000 hits within two hours. adaptation of Ben Mezrich's Acciden- This attracts the attention of Harvard's tal Billionaires. The bold score by Atticus high society who asks Zuckerberg to help Ross and Nine Inch Nail's Trent Reznor them with their idea for a social network. uniquely establishes a synthetic sound- Zuckerberg runs with the idea and with his scape that amplifies the film's electronical- best friend and business partner Eduardo ly savvy universe. The cinematography by Saverin, Facebook is created. Jeff Cronenweth is brilliant. In one notable When legal action is taken against scene he shoots a rowing competition us- Zuckerberg, blaming him for intellectual ing tilt-shift photography, which I've never property theft and unethical business seen before in film. It's scored to a Wendy practices, the film truly begins to shine. Carlos-inspired rendition of Grieg's "In the The Social Network does a great job paint- Hall of the Mountain King" making for an ing a portrait of the cutthroat ways in which intensely thrilling sequence. It's a beautiful Facebook was created, but that's merely a film and an astounding technical achieve- backdrop for the primary story of friend- ment. ship and betrayal. Zuckerberg's ambition The Social Network ends with and success prevent his ability to see peo- Mark Zuckerberg sitting alone in front of his ple as anything but commodities. These laptop anticipating a friend request by the lawsuits force Zuckerberg to consider how girl who dumped him. We see that after all

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Since you are reading this, it is nally selected the project, called Partners safe to say that you are not illiterate. More in Mission, in 2009. The project is a joint than likely neither are most of the people effort with Hope for Humanity. However, La around you, since the United States has a Sierra University decided to focus its re- literacy rate of around 99 percent. Yet that sources on Haiti following the earthquake is not the case in the rest of the world. on January 12, 2010, and was not as in- In the Central American country volved in the El Salvador project as some of of El Salvador, the official literacy rate is the other schools. around 80 percent, but the statistic is not This year, the Student Associa- always representative of some of the poorer tion of La Sierra University (SALSU) has communities in the country, where some decided to once again emphasize the El reports have listed rates as low as 50 per- Salvador literacy project. Jonathan Finau, cent. SALSU president for the 2010-2011 aca- For the second year in a row, the demic year, traveled to El Salvador in July Adventist Intercollegiate Association (AIA), with SALSU secretary Cyndi Maravilla and which consists of student association offi- several student officers from other Adven- cers from the different Adventist colleges tist colleges and universities to learn more and universities in the North American Di- about the literacy project. Led by Hope for vision, has voted to be part of a project to Humanity director Maitland Dipinto, the help adults in El Salvador learn to read and group was able to see firsthand some of the write in Spanish. The AIA members origi- work being done there. Many of the teachers are young, though Finau is optimistic that this goal will some still in their teens. There are no for- be surpassed, "We should be the resourc- mal classes or classrooms. Instead, "learn- es for those students," he said. ing circles" form where there is available SALSU is working on various cam- space, whether it is in a church, a house, a pus events to raise funds toward the proj- school, or a community center. Even when ect. Ideas include a University Worship to space is available, other resources are still share information and stories, a coin-gallon scarce. Project members must bring their fundraiser, and a benefit concert, among own notebooks, and often their own chairs. others. The fundraising ideas are not lim- There are frequently no desks, and writing ited to on-campus events, however. SAL- utensils are in short supply. SU is considering activities that involve the Finau said that he visited four community. Some proposed ideas include learning circles. At one of these circles, working with local churches, collaborating he met an 80-year-old man named Juan, with libraries in the area, and a walk-a-thon who was blind in the left eye. Finau asked with the Riverside community. him through a translator why he wanted to be able to read. His response was that if "I want to learn to he could read the Bible, his eye could be healed. read so that I can Other people had different reasons as to why they wanted to be able to teach my children" read. "I want to learn to read so that I can teach my children," said one person. "I Finau points out that the goal is want to read to become a factory worker," not exclusively to raise money. He empha- noted another. sizes that it is important for La Sierra Uni- For some of the illiterate people versity students to be able to relate to the in El Salvador, learning to read would al- literacy project and feel as though they are low them to travel safely and efficiently, a part of the experience, much as he and without having to rely on others to provide Cindy Maravilla did. the names of places and streets. Another The project has taken as an em- significant concern is that at times, busi- blem a fingerprint, representative of the ac- nesspeople take advantage of those who cepted signature for the many who cannot cannot read, charging excessive amounts read or write in El Salvador. The fingerprint of money because the people cannot inter- icon will likely become a common sight pret the actual prices. around the La Sierra University campus. Finau expressed enthusiasm for SALSU is still working on design- the project, describing it as an endeavor ing and implementing different aspects of that has impacted the student leaders the project, and though various ideas are who have so far been involved in it. For under consideration, little has been final- Finau, the connection to the literacy pro- ized. It is clear, however, that this project gram is even stronger. 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by Andre Lewis On September 11, 2001, the tours the United States playing Christian lives of Americans, and of people all schools,"said Robbins. "They'reatouring over the world, were changed forever. team. They aren't necessarily strong The way humans perceived one another enough to play in FIBA (International based off of their appearance and Basketball Federation), so they play in religion became dramatically altered. these games out here to try and qualify Those tragic events spawned a war that for the Olympics." took our troops overseas to fight against "This is a shout-out to all the terrorism and for our freedom in Iraq multi-cultural students at La Sierra. and, more recently, Afghanistan. [We're showing] that SDA's are accepting When you think of a city that of other cultures," said Krumm. tries to make a political or social impact When I first heard about the in some form or fashion, you may think game, I immediately thought of the of melting-pot cities like Los Angeles, political aspects. Road crowds can be New York, or Miami, They're marquee mean and ignorant at sporting events. cities, and well known Is La Sierra going across the globe. But "Ihis was a shout-out to do that during the you wouldn't think a game, saying racially statement regarding to all the multi-cultural charged things to the world affairs would students at La Sierra. visiting team, or will happen in Riverside, we be respectful? California; and even if [We're showing] that What is the Afghan you did, you probably team's demeanor wouldn't imagine that SDA's are accepting of going to be while our it would happen at La other cultures" National Anthem is Sierra University. But playing? Could this on October 31, a huge statement was have any possible impact on the war made in terms of two countries ignoring that our two countries are in? Robbins the violent and political propaganda and Krumm assured me that at least the between them. La Sierra University last two issues shouldn't be cause for played Afghan National Team in a concern. "Most, if not all, of the players preseason basketball game. from the Afghanistan team have dual La Sierra University Athletic citizenship, so having respect for our Director, Javier Krumm, and La Sierra National Anthem shouldn't be a problem University head mens' basketball coach, for them," said Robbins. "Since some Derek Robbins, were the brains behind of them identify with being American, this game. Robbins got the idea during anyway." the offseason, and used his connections Politics have always been the oil within the basketball realm to make to society's water. Nothing mixes with it. the game happen. "[The Afghan team] Church and state had to be separated. <, w« j * ir*"$k '^t VW

:-'-■■ Politics and sports don't always go perhaps the non-story is the story. We together well, either. For example, the don't need a story about two countries controversial Arizona immigration law that are already at war, having a miniature had a huge impact on sports. There were version of that on the basketball court. protesters calling for the major sports In these times, where we as a society franchises in Arizona (Cardinals, Suns, are always looking for the story that has Diamondbacks, and Coyotes) to use their drama, betrayal, or a checkered past, power to speak out for those affected this game was the antithesis. Two teams by the law. All franchises declined (one proudly representing a country to get involved in the political affair. A and the other representing a school variation of that theme was brought into within a country) simply played a game the La Sierra vs. Afghanistan game, with of basketball, where, ironically, they neither team thinking about any political unintentionally represented something undertones this game could have or bigger than themselves. Now that's a might have had. "[Neither side is] even great story. thinking of the war, or if this game could have any kind of impact on how both countries feel about each other," Krumm said. "These kids want to simply win the game, and nothing more." Maybe this isn't the juicy story that might make a national magazine like Rolling Stone, Time, or Newsweek, but

"[Neither side is] even thinking of the war, or if this game could have any kind of impact on how both countries feel about each other...lhese kids want to simply win the game, and nothing more."

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The gate that currently surrounds ficer on duty every eight hours, it became La Sierra University has been the subject difficult to maintain order when random of many discussions since it was installed. baseball teams would use our field. "It Some are happy to have it, others won- was not clear to the community that this der if it was even worth it. In order to shed was a private campus," said Bazan. Two some light on these concerns, I spoke years ago, the proposal went through to with Vice President of Student Life, Yami the Board of Trustees. The gates were in- Bazan, who provided insight as to why the stalled at the end of last school year and gate was built and what it means to this they went fully operational at the begin- campus, among other related issues. ning of this year. The gate was built as a reaction Many have wondered whether or to the student body's limited sense of well not the incident two years ago involving being as well as the vandalism our cam- the gunman attributed to the creation of pus has suffered. In order to quell these this gate. Bazan addressed the issue say- problems, the Student Association, Se- ing, "The gunman came two years after curity, and Health and Exercise Science the idea for the gate, though I don't think faculty presented the idea for the gate to he helped the matter any." She stressed the Board of Trustees in 2007. Many stu- that reasons were less extraordinary. dents weren't comfortable traveling far Skaters and bikers grinding down the distances across the campus at nighttime. walkways of our campus and families tak- The Health and Exercise Science facili- ing showers in the waterfall near the Uni ties were being used, run down, and often versity's entrance were a few of the man\ times graffitied. With only one security of- problems security had to deal with. Thef I vas also a major affair. "When we used to walk or bike to school can leave at their >e much more of an agricultural commu- own will. In case of an emergency, Secu- lity it was different, but our neighborhood rity has the ability to shut or open all of the nas changed." The houses surrounding gates via a central unit. And should tech- this campus were first advertised as hav- nology fail altogether, the gates can be ing a local park. Residents assumed that operated manually. Bazan is committed the university was that local park and that to fulfilling the needs of the study body in simply wasn't the case. Something had to any way possible. [email protected] be done. was established for this very reason. "Part Now that the gates are up and of what I want to do in La Sierra [Univer- running, many students have brought sity] is make sure that the students know up specific observations and concerns. that we can't solve everything, but we can Graduate student Kendra Kravig states, hear." "I honestly think that the gates would be Like most new additions, the a better idea if they actually functioned gate's full potential is yet to be seen. It will properly." Some students who walk or have to go through a great deal of trial and ride their bikes to school have had trouble error in order to become the symbol of ef- exiting the campus once the gates are ficiency and safety we all hope it will be. closed. Others have questioned how the Vice President Bazan shows a refreshing gates will operate in case of an on cam- willingness to listen to what the student pus emergency. body has to say and take their concerns Bazan addresses these issues, into consideration. She hopes that the explaining that because these gates are gate can ultimately enhance the protec- new, there will obviously be kinks that tion of the campus and the welfare of its need working out. The Physical Plant, residents. "Hopefully you recognize that Information Technology, and Student Life this is your campus. We're always looking are all cooperating to alleviate the defects. for ways to make it a place where you feel Card readers will soon be installed on the like you can be safe; a place that's part of inside of the gates so that students who who you are."

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Having lived in Riverside for more the sleep-deprived, and yummy organic years than I care to admit to, I am an ex- goodies to the health conscious. They pert on finding the random events, the also have open mic nights, band show- hole-in-the-wall eateries, and the starving cases, and regularly open their art gal- student-friendly activities offered by our lery in the basement for showing. Occa- fair city. So, dear readers, for those of you sionally, they also have themed parties unfamiliar with what Riverside can give with an open bar of coffee. A few months to the bored La Sierra University student, ago it was Sci-fi night, where Wookies, look no further! Here is a survival guide for Vulcans, and Edward Cullens were likely things to do on your day off. to be found. After meandering the downtown " ea for a while, be sure to stop at one the local eateries. Simple Simon's is nly acknowledged to have the „^ jandwiches in the city. The Mis- sion Inn, while on the pricey side, is also known to have some delish dishes. My favorite, which is also the favorite of my bank account, is the artsy Tio Taco's, a place where the food is good and the ambiance is unforgettable. A family-owned restaurant, they have devoted their time and their space to the pursuit of unlikely art. Giant topiaries filled with empty cans, mosaics made out of oyster shells, a certified wedding cha- pel made of empty bottles (it's true!), the outside grounds of the restaurant are the main course and the Mexican cuisine is a side dish.

First, head downtown to Univer- sity Avenue and fork up $4 for the best coffee in Riverside. Back to the Grin' i>ra»raiitMii«M]iHJiwiwwsii«»Tiiiratvi cool place to waste some time. And if you •/,> ' can't stay away from Facebook for more " If4 than an hour, you won't have to. Bad the Grind offers free wi-fi to the web-h gry, excellent caffeinated beverages to

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Next up, an exploration of downtown Riverside. The Mission Inn is an ar- chitectural delight, and typically has the At the Movie; best Christmas decorations in the city. Our city also has one of the largest an- As a child, did you ever secreth I tique districts in the state, if digging for old desire to live in the 1950s: the era of Sa treasures is your forte. die Hawkins, rock n' roll, and drive-in mov- My favorite downtown store is ies? Well, Sadie Hawkins are rare nowa- Mrs. Tiggy Winkle's, which has all the days, rock n' roll has branched into twenty hobknobs, knickacks, and whatchama- subgenres, but the drive-in theater can be callits a person could hope for. (I recently found on Van Buren Boulevard. For $7, purchased a notepad from this store that you can watch a double feature from the is specifically designed to make the deci- comfort of your vehicle. Best part about sion making process a cinch.) For our on- the drive-in? The operators don't care if campus Trekkies, there is also a Star Trek you bring your own food! (No more $10 exhibition at the Metropolitan Showcase wasted on movie popcorn). You can check (on the corner of University and Main) the movie listing at www.vanburendrivein. where your knowledge of the Klingon lan- com. The Van Buren Drive-In is my favor- guage is welcomed and your explications ite venue to see movies, not only for its on the noticeable racial distinctions be- cheap prices, but also because you can tween Romulans and Vulcans will be ap- chat with your friends through the entire plauded. Also in historic downtown is the movie, and there's no one sitting behind Fox Theatre. For those of you who don't you to shush you. know, the classic Scarlett O'Hara/Rhett Butler romance Gone with the Wind had its first preview at the Fox back in 1939. It is lately remodeled, and now functions as a performing arts facility. Future performances include The Nutcracker, Bret Michaels, and A Charlie Brown Christ- mas. For more information on showings and tickets, visit the Fox's website: www. foxriversidelive.com. If you're not in the mood for an- tiques and good independent music stores are your thing, head the opposite direction down University Avenue to University Vil- lage and stop by the Mad Platter, where there is music from every genre and even old records if you're the nostalgic type. "Your campus. Your community. thingsto manage my organization and Your communication." That's the slogan another 20 to communicate with the found on posters and flyers all over other organizations I was amember of. campus, advertising the newest social I was talking about the problem with network at La Sierra University. You some of my fellow student leadersand may have seenstaff from the Office of thought there might be a better way to Student Activities (OSA) walking around communicate." Stone took the initiative in green shirts with the name 'OrgSync' ofcontributing to the creation of a site plastered across them. Posters, pens, that organizes campuses in a way and announcements have been made that benefits both the students and the on behalf of this new marketing tool. organizations that they are a part of. Mass e-mails have been sent out, inviting OrgSync.com describes the site students to become an official member as "the leading provider of organization of the site. Television screens around the management software for higher campus promote student participation in education institutions across the United OrgSync. States and Canada." The site was Cayce Stone, Vice President of established in 2007 when Cayce Stone Business Management and co-founder and Eric Fortenberry began leasing a of OrgSync, was motivated to begin house in Austin, Texas as a base of the company that we are advertising operation. In the first year of production, whenhe was a student leader in college. the two-man team was able to partner "I was frustrated as a leader, having with five universities and colleges to use Facebook, Google calendar, in expanding the communication on Yahoo groups, and having and outdated the campuses. The years after the website." Stone said. "I used 20 different launch of the program, the team grew

12 Criterion sxponentially. They have recently while also polling those that attended to ited the base of operations to Dallas see what th^WWWWWW^^^^^^W^ Texas, where team members are working to be an effective student leader, you in the areas of marketing, development, have to run an organization that students sales and customer services. OrgSync want to be a part of, so constant member has successfully partnered with over feedback from OrgSync aids the leader in 100 universities and colleges including learning from their members." Alabama A&M University, Arizona State University, California State University Registering for OrgSync will not San Bernardino, University of California take you away from Facebook or other Los Angeles, Syracuse University and social networks, but will plug you into what more recently, La Sierra University. is going on here on campus. While you Students at La Sierra have plenty may be able to hear about different events of reasons to get online and search the web: Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, Skype, "Our goal is not to take Mastering Physics, Owl, D2L, Blackboard and Webmail are all tools that are the place of Facebook necessities for the livelihood of students. These sites keep the communication or blackboard, but to line open to family, long lost friends, take charge of the so- professors, and class assignments; but do not organize and provide information cial life of La Sierra." about the activities that are happening on campus. on campus through an event invitation For this specific reason, La Sierra from Facebook, you will not have total University has invested in OrgSync access to what is happening on with Notification of activities, projects, outings every organization, giving you only limited and paperwork will be at the fingertips access.OrgSync will keep you connected of students who are active on OrgSync to your community while you are here at When a student registers for OrgSync La Sierra. they have unlimited access to what Kim Canine, Director of OSA is happening at La Sierra University said, "Our goal is not to take the place whether they want to join every single of Facebook or blackboard, but to organization on campus or just stick to take charge of the social life of La the few that are important to them. The Sierra." OrgSync benefits students and site is beneficial for students as well as organizations here on campus. It gives the leaders that are in charge of clubs everyone the opportunity to know about and organizations on campus. Cayce what happens on campus with the click of Stone also said that "OrgSync is also a few buttons. going to help the organizations to grow Each student can sign up their member base and increase their online and pick different "Orgs" to be a effectiveness as student leaders. Now part of. These "Orgs" are the student- they can plan around other organizations lead and campus-organized clubs and and not double book their members, departments that are based on student

Criterion 13 participation. Some examples are Club or when you need a study break. It is W.O.W, Sierra Towers, Angwin Hall, Black here to organize and manage all of Student Association, SALSU, Adventist the information you need, in one place Colleges Abroad, and Pre-Professional and at one time. With the advantage of Club. The different organizations have unlimited space to store pictures, files or personal pages where you can locate documents clubs and organizations will information, paperwork, and activities. always have a tool to manage information. This new social network is making filling It is a tool that makes socializing simple, out paperwork easier; you can do all of it straightforward, and fun. online. Completing online paperwork will The La Sierra University result in saving money, time, and trees. OrgSync site currently has approximately Late leaves and night leaves can 980 members, including undergraduate be found online at each dorm's OrgSync and graduate students, alumni, faculty, page. Activity petitions, organization use and staff. OSA is working to increase the of mass text messaging, and end-of-the- number of members to 1,500 by the end quarter paperwork can also be found on of fall quarter. Reaching the goal of 1,500 the respective sites of OrgSync. Current members will help in building the social students have the option to build a basic community that is La Sierra University. resume, search for job openings, and With the help of OrgSync, La Sierra will request transcripts online. Eventually hold onto the slogan that we have seen OrgSync will have the option to use PayPal and heard for the entire fall quarter online, making it easier for students to pay "Your campus. Your community. Your for events on campus. This means that a communication" and put it into practice. time is coming where you can pay for your "Our biggest focus is making people feel SALSU Banquet tickets and club dues like this is their place, their campus," said online in minutes. Canine. Org Sync is here to take away boredom on nights when you have no homework

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10% discount for LSU students! works will all makes and models! specializes with Porsche! Terry Neil and Caesar Gon- a full recovery at all. Rico later testi- zales, two otherly abled working on fied to having been intoxicated and the grounds of the La Sierra ca was sentenced to five years in prison mpus, were involved in a terrible car for gross vehicular manslaughter. accident in February of 2008. Neil, Deputy District Attorney Cheryl Sing- Gonzales, and a third passenger were erton stated, "The most significant headed toward Co- u ... . i aggravated factor rona at around 10 People with special in this case was p.m. when 20 year needs are often detail-he was driving old Hugo Alejandro . , , , drunk, the sever- Rico hit their suv oriented and they are ity of the injuries, at about 90 miles very hard workers." an^ tne *act ^at a an hour in a 45 man lost his life." mile an hour zone. Tragically, Gonza- (Jessica Logan, Press-Enterprise) les died on impact. After 30 minutes, Imagine losing your best friend emergency personnel were finally and being told you have to spend able to cut Neil out of the car. With a the next year of your life recovering broken femur and excessive damage from another person's carelessness, to his abdomen, doctors told Neil that all while dealing with preexisting dis- his recovery was going to be a long abilities. It was an extremely difficult and slow process; if he were to make time for Neil. Neil said, "I woke up in I the hospital and didn't even know I society Although the stigmas about had been in an accident. There were otherly abled people being incapable wires all over me, my lungs had col- of work and contributing to society lapsed. I was fighting for my life." are evaporating, many still don't un- Neil was looking at about derstand their value. ACI's mission is a year of recovery before he could not only to provide the these people consider going to work again, but mi- with work, but also to show how im- raculously, he was walking again in portant their work can be in our soci- four months. Neil said, "Yeah, I was ety. It is apparent from accounts like scared, but I had to block that out... Neil's that these jobs are meaningful ' It hit me hard, but I knew I was going to the workers as well. When asked to pull through. I'm fortunate to have about working here on campus, a second shot at life, and I appreciate Neil said, "I enjoy being at work... God for giving me that opportunity." It makes me feel good that I get re- He attributes his hasty recovery to spect and support... I love it. I'm a his athleticism, his drive to get back very devoted and dedicated person, to work, and most of all that "God was and I work hard for the people here." watching [his] back the whole time." The mowing supervisor, Wes, Neil has been working with spoke about the workers and how Ability Counts Inc. for six years. ACI they conduct them-selves on the job. is a non-profit corpora-tion dedicated "People with special needs are often to providing otherly abled men and detail-oriented and they are very hard women with meaningful work op- workers." According to him, they will portunities. For three of those six go the extra mile to make sure they do years, Neil has been at LSU, doing the best job they can. Sometimes, be- maintenance and landscaping. He cause of their conditions, the workers says LSU has been a great place to can be headstrong and competitive work and is grateful that the school but it tends to motivate them to work is providing him and otherly abled harder in order to do their best. Neil i individuals like him in the commu- had once told Wes that he was taking nity with opportunities like these. a break, and when some of the guys I Just a few decades ago, it went to find out where he had gone was thought that otherly abled men for his break, they found him working. and women were incapa-ble of work- Landscaping supervisor, Dan- ing and contributing to the community iel Graham, has been working at La and were instead housed in asylums. Sierra for 15 years. Before that, he Today, corporations like ACI and in- spent seven years training otherly stitutions like LSU are giving those abled men and women for ACI. It with different abilities the oppor-tunity was Graham who brought the influ- to work and have a valuable place in ence of ACI workers to the attention

Criterionn 17 Continuation of the Criterion. "It's important that house. Lupe, a part of Grahams land- LSU be given credit for having the scaping crew, received training from [ACI] workers work here on cam- Graham at ACI some 20 years ago. pus. This is vital to main-taining and Today they work together at LSU. increasing the support of our ad- We see the crews on a daily ministration for these workers," said basis mowing, weeding and keeping Graham. It is an irreplaceable feel- LSU looking great. They maintain a ing for men and women with other great work ethic and a can-do attitude. abilities to know that LSU respects There is much that can be learned and ap-preciates the work they do. from these dedicated men and women Although Neil isn't regularly and from the people that provide them working at LSU anymore, there are with opportunities such as La Sierra around 20 other individ-uals otherly University and Ability Counts Inc. All abled that are. David, an autistic sa- around Riverside, otherly abled men vant, has been at LSU since 2005. and women find purpose in the work He generally keeps to himself, and they do for ACI. So remember to pass can usually be seen doing detail on a friendly smile and acknowledge weeding and edging around cam- our campus crew. Let's make sure pus. David is particularly gifted in they feel appreciated here at LSU. the electrical and mechanical fields and even helped build his mother's

18 Criterion Dear Deneen,

My girlfriend and I are from different ethnic back- grounds and we have had trouble dealing with our cultural differences. How do we accept the dissimi- larities between us and avoid conflict? Neither one of us wants to end the relationship, but we don't know how to handle this situation. What should we do?

Dear J.M.

Your problem is very common and at the same time, easy to rectify. One thing you must realize is that ethnicity should not be the deciding factor for whether or not you remain in a relationship, because you can truly miss out on being with an amazing person. Something you can do is, instead of pushing each other away because of your cultural differences, embrace it and use this as an opportunity to learn more about your girlfriend's culture—and she can do the same. This will not only restore peace between you, but it can make the times you spend together very fun and interesting. Also, understand that accepting your differences does not mean changing yourselves. Actually, it's simply saying, "This is who you are and I am okay with it!" 1 Samuel 16:7 reads, "For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart." If your relationship is one that cultivates love and respect as God has intended, everything else will work out just fine.

I hope this helped!

Sincerely, Deneen

Criterion I' This. Right here. Is my. b>wag II by Chuck Dickerson "That denim vest is really No finger can be placed working with those boots, son. I on the exact definition of swag. like your swag." Fingers, maybe. But finger, no. What is it? Who has it? Where did "Thanks Mom!" it come from? Why is it important? And who cares? It seems like I Every once in a while constantly hear the word "swag" when I'm walking across campus, tossed around and used out of someone will stop me and ask context. Once, I heard someone me what I'm wearing. Though I yell out, "I'm so hungry, my swag consider it a huge compliment, is gone!" (Don't ask.) most of the time I'm only wearing Swag, short for swagger, a Hanes V-neck and some cheap can generally be defined as denim. While wishing I could having a high level of self- say I was wearing some huge confidence, having a stylish way designer they have never heard of dress, having a slightly arrogant of, the truth is it does not matter. demeanor, or even talking in a Yes, those designers make proud way. There are hundreds incredible clothes, but as cliche of definitions for swagger that can as it sounds, clothes do not make be demonstrated in hundreds of the man. This is where swagger different ways. Swagger is mostly comes into effect. Perhaps you subjective; so who is to say know someone who has this what it is, what it is not, who has inexplicable trait that you find swag, and who does not? Swag appealing but you can never put to one person may not be swac your finger on why or what it is. to another. Just like what tastes This, my friend, is what we call good to me may be repulsive swag. It is that inexplicable trait to you. Even so there is still i that, well, makes the man. Most general understanding of wha of us have swag and don't even swag is, so let us explore anc know it. In fact, most of us had develop our concept of it. Perhaps swag before there was even a it is a learned trait that come: word for it. through experience. Or maybe

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Continued it is an inherited, biological trait about how my grandparents first that is genetically passed along. met. My grandmother shakes I believe it is both and much her head and smiles each time more. Swagger traits come from she tells the story. "There was countless sources and influence just something about him, as he how we dress, act, and interact would walk across our college with each other. campus, that made me know that Waking up in the morning I had to have him," she explains. for class can be tough (Biology at Now, some 50 years later, I am 8 a.m. is a ditched class waiting to literally living testament to say happen). However, the thing that that my grandfather had swag! gets me motivated and in action In the end, why should you every day is getting up, turning on care about swagger and much some music and throwing clothes less about having any swag at together almost blindly. It is not all? Well, in my humble opinion, about coordination; it is about don't. Be yourself. Let whatever being you and being comfortable. comes natural to you be your In essence, swag is just that: swag. It is those unique traits that doing whatever it is you want to make you, you and all the more do and never second guessing beautiful. why you do it. It is important to So until next time, get out define these things in order to the way... further recognize who we are and the image we portray. It is exceedingly important to be true to who we are and then to give others an accurate image of ourselves. Ask yourself these questions: What's my definition of swag? What are my swagger traits? Where do I get my swag? I have often heard stories

^^H 22 Criterion V Josh Cachapero Sophomore Physical Therapy San Francisco, California Criterion 23 by Brianna Chavcrs Nine years have passed strip club being built in the space in- since the fateful morning of 9/11 stead. The media has played a ma- and the news of the mosque be- jor role in fueling negative feelings ing built near Ground Zero is caus- toward the mosque's presence near ing Americans to realize that we are Ground Zero. Many reporters have still waiting for our wounds to heal. incorrectly described the mosque as being "at" the former World Trade The 45 Park building, which Center site, but this is not true. The will include a mosque, is being built mosque—or, to be more accurate, two blocks from Ground Zero. Our prayer center—is being built within an nation is split on their opinions over Arabic cultural center named Park 51, the project that has become a source located two blocks from Ground Zero. of controversy over the past few The cultural center will also include months. There are many, including a library, a swimming pool, basket- President Obama, who believes that ball court, auditorium, day-care facil- the mosque is not a threat to Ameri- ity, restaurant and cooking school. cans nor does it diminish the horrify- ing acts committed on September 11. Nevertheless, a majority of This past August, Obama spoke Americans are concerned about the to a group of Muslims at a dinner mosque being so close to Ground at the White House, where he ex- Zero. A poll featured on CBS News pressed his support of the mosque. Online revealed that 71 percent of "Let us also remember who we're Americans feel the mosque near fighting against and who we're fight- Ground Zero is "inappropriate", but ing for. Our enemies respect no re- 61 percent believe that developers ligious freedom. Al Qaeda's cause do have the right to build a mosque is not Islam. It's a gross distortion of near Ground Zero. Most Americans Islam. These are not religious lead- would agree that any organization ers; they're terrorists who murder in- resembling a mosque near a sym- nocent men, women, and children." bol of tragedy and loss caused by Islamic extremists is uncomfortable But many still oppose its con- and difficult to accept, however these struction. A poll, recently featured in emotions are not worth risking any The Huffington Post, showed four per- groups' right to religious freedom. cent of Republicans support the building of the mosque near Ground Zero According to Keith Olbermann, while 21 percent would be fine with a of Countdown with Keith Olbermann,

24 Criterion I aired August 2010, "Since 9/11, Mus- do not support." So, the only possible lims have been at far greater risk of fear Americans should have regarding being victims of terrorism in the Unit- the Islamic cultural center being built ed States than have non-Muslims." near Ground Zero is that this could be the moment we realize the world The risk of a tragedy as horrific has not come as far away from trag- as 9/11 repeating itself is not an op- edies such as the Holocaust or the tion America is willing to take. There Japanese Internment as we thought. is a possibility that creating such a The discontinuation of the poor habit controversy over the building of an Is- of connecting the Muslim religion with lamic cultural center, and the shame- Muslim extremists, who would be dan- ful acts that have been committed in gerous within any religion, is neces- response to its construction—such sary if we are serious in our endeavor as Rev. Terry Jones' threat to burn to attain peace in the Middle East. Qurans—is the start of a growing cultural acceptance of the mistreatment Muslim-Americans spent of all Muslims. We must remind our- the five years following 9/11 endur- selves that there are extremists in ev- ing harsh discrimination for acts ery religion who harbor biased views they did not commit and do not en- and act on them, yet we don't blame dorse. In the past four years, preju- the entire community for their wrongs. dices against Muslims who were born here or immigrated to America has In a recent article featured in died down. Now is our time to prove The Huffington Post, Andy Schupak that we are not forgetful, but that we commented, "Just as it is unfair to hold are forgiving. The commitment that peaceful Christians responsible for the project developers and supporters actions of Christians who bomb abor- of Park 51 have to building this cul- tion clinics or murder homosexuals, it tural center may be a statement that is unfair to judge or impede the legal seeks to prove that America can be actions of peaceful Muslim-Americans rational and compassionate, even in because of attacks by radicals they the most difficult of circumstances.

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26 Criterion so when looking for a large pool of ratings as well. The ratings options opinions, check this site. are "Fresh" or "Rotten" (which to- mato would you rather eat?). The Moviefone.com is a tradi- home page shows the critic rating tionally styled review site, having next to a percentage of how much both reviews and trailers readily the movie was enjoyed by critics accessible from the home page. along with the box office revenue The reviews are given by profes- to say how popular the movie is at sional movie critics (via a system the moment. The site keeps its rat- called Metacritic), and by site us- ings up for a very long time, and ers. Ratings available are "See It!", every so often, will put together a "Maybe" and "Skip It!". Something historical movie list (like Best Spa- interesting that shows up on this ghetti Westerns of All Time, or Best site is the often-differing views be- Comedy of the Year), making this a tween professional movie critics good pick when looking for some- and site users; some of the ratings thing to rent as well. Rotten Toma- are complete opposites. The site toes is widely trusted as the con- interface is simple and lightning- sensus that critics have come to, quick to use, so when you have so if you want to find movies that absolutely no idea what's out and are well rated by the pros, this is are just itching to go to the movies, the site for you. this is the site to visit. All in all, laughs, video, Rotten Tomatoes is a critic feedback, whatever you like in a based review site, so it's the pro's review, you can find it if you know opinion that counts here-though if where to look. you click on a movie, it shows user

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Do you ever think to yourself that maybe you need a different type < love song? Well you get that in Paramore's "The Only Exception", from their new" album Brand New Eyes. When you hear this song, you get a little bubbly feeling inside, reminding you of that person who holds a soft spot in your heart.

Upon first hearing this song debut on KROQ. I immediately fell in love and had to Shazam it! Neon Tree's most popular song comes from their first album, Habits.This song puts me in an upbeat mood and helps me get my day started.

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Boxes shoved into the Chrysler's still certain rules put in place for our safety trunk, clothes strewn across the back seat, and well-being, like room checks and cur- my TV strapped into the passenger seat, I fews, we decide what we do with our time drove away from my father's house at the without parental input. Perk #2: you are in pace of a snail because I didn't want any of the middle of campus life. It's easy to get my precious cargo to fly out of my convert- involved with campus activities because ible. I was 18, and off to my first year at LSU you're on campus most of the time. If you as a doe-eyed high school graduate who want to hear some great music but don't was ready for college and the indepen- have money for concert tickets, you can dence that came with it. I arrived at Angwin mosey down to the Student Center on Tues- Hall after an agonizing drive down the 91 day nights for Tuesday Tunes (best part? It's freeway, only to realize that the dorm had free!). For senior music major Fern Nelson, no elevators, and my room was on the side the dorm isn't only a place to sleep—it's also of the dorm by Gladwyn Hall, meaning I'd a place to grow a social life. "The dorm is a have to lug my stuff across the dorm and up great place to live because of the communi- two flights of stairs. I quickly regretted my ty you become a part of," says Fern. "People decision to bring my television set, as well that you would normally only have a class- as my refusal of my older brother's offer to room relationship with become the people help me move my stuff into my dorm room. that you have sleepovers or all-night movie On this rather discouraging note, my dorm marathons with." And this brings us to Perk life began. #3: convenience. After having stayed up all night with your roommate, you can catch Like me, every freshman has the 30 winks of sleep before you sprint to class, same choice when they're filling out en- or as Fern puts it: "You can literally roll out trance paperwork: on-campus or off-cam- of bed 20 minutes before and still get to pus housing. Some of us have no choice: class in time to choose your favorite seat." it's the dorm or bust. But others of us have As a dorm student, you also don't have to family within a commutable distance, and fight for parking spots behind the library or so the question becomes: to dorm or not to worry about not getting to class on time be- dorm? cause of traffic, since your car will be parked in the parking lots reserved for dorm stu- Living in the dorm definitely has dents. its perks. Perk #1: the illusion of independence (I say "illusion" because without rent/ I spent my freshman year at LSU bills/groceries to pay for, it's really quasi- relishing in all of these perks, but as the independence). We all brag to our friends spring quarter drew to an end, I realized in high school about how, when we get that I did not have the money to dorm for a to college, we're going to strike out on our second year. I would have to move back in own and declare ourselves free of parental with my parents. Having tasted the sweet- constraints. The dorm offers an ideal envi- ness of quasi-independence, I hated having ronment for this, because while there are to conform back to the rules of my parents'

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At first glance, choosing universal "family brand" worthy of the right toilet paper may seem their purchase. It continues to win trivial in the grand scheme of support through its jingles and things. Though toilet paper is catchy phrases such as"[Charmin]: considered a necessity, like tooth- more absorbent than your regu- paste, it's value is commonly un- lar leading brand I'm sure", tech- derestimated. Because of this, niques of which generic brand ad- customers are left uninformed vertisers' lack. Generic brands fail and resort to purchasing the to compete with Charmin Toilet cheapest generic brands with the Paper in the marketing aspect of lowest quality to save money. For- advertising, a probable cause of tunately, there is one brand name their low budget or confidence in that answers all of it's customers human frugality. Rather than ad- needs. Charmin Toilet Paper exists vertise in magazines or on televi- to not only inform consumers of sion, generic brands avoid the ad- its advanced capabilities through vertising process and rely on their advertisements, but also to pro- low prices plastered in stores in vide an affordable unique touch red and black large print, hoping to the most sensitive areas includ- that customers see only price, and ing one's pocket. Charmin Toilet lack all questions on performance. Paper's value and performance Conversely, Charmin Toilet Paper makes it the best of its kind and advertisements use an array of should be purchased in place of methods, including a comparison any other toilet paper. between their product and a generic brand's with a test of absor- Charmin Toilet Paper has bency. To no surprise, the generic been known for many things, brand's product loses every single some of which include the com- time. mercials its advertising teams put together. Over the years, each When it comes to perfor- commercial has used a cute harm- mance, Charmin Toilet Paper ris- less grizzly bear family as an im- es far above competing generic agery technique. As a result, so- brands. It has been proven to cial classes of all ranks are able last four times longer than other to view Charmin Toilet Paper as a brands, a leading reason being its absorbent qualities that allow twelve-pack of a competing brand individuals to get more from less. known as Scott Naturals Toilet Charmin Toilet Paper is also more Paper sold at Wal-mart. Consum- diverse (consisting of four differ- ers could buy two packs of Scott ent types), and significantly stron- Naturals Toilet Paper, have twice ger than generic brands. Upon as much toilet paper, and still have testing, it was able to withstand money left over. Critics could fur- the weight of a gum ball after be- ther argue that no matter how su- coming wet. The compared name- perior Charmin Toilet Paper was to less generic brand it was tested generic brands such as Scott Natu- against was unable to do so, caus- rals Toilet Paper, its performance ing the gum ball to fall through could never excuse the high price the toilet paper leaving an enor- it is asking customers to pay. mous gaping hole. But despite the price, Char- "Though toi- min Toilet Paper is a fair and reli- able product. Through investiga- let paper is tion and polling of Face book as well considered as Myspace users, I found that, out o of twenty votes, ninety-five percent C necess of voters preferred Charmin Toilet y. Paper over leading generic brands. Ke too fi- Out of everyone else who did not vote, their feelings toward toilet paste, t's paper can be predicted based on the poll results. By means of ob- value is com- servation of the poll results I gath- ered, it seems as if people have no monly under- problem spending the necessary estimated," funds to buy Charmin Toilet Paper Charmin Toilet Paper is un- because the product performs so doubtedly a strong force in the well. Though Charmin toilet paper toilet paper world, but critics may costs twice as much as any gener- argue that it costs too much. A ic brand, at least consumers know twelve-pack of Charmin Toilet that it is a brand they have known Paper costs twice as much as a for decades, and one that can get the job done properly.

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On May 25th, 2010, the Michi- more, President of the Michigan Con- gan Conference of Seventh-day Ad- ference, declined the opportunity to ventists removed La Sierra University comment on the issue. from its employee subsidy list. The charge: apostasy. There could be repercussions for both current and future teachers Some are outraged. Many see who wish to work in schools in the it as "old news", since it happened last North American Division (NAD) be- year. Others have no idea what is going cause of the Michigan Conference's on. The case, I believe, deserves some declaration. "By eliminating subsi- attention, however—especially after dies, Michigan has put not only La Si- recent visitations from both WASC and erra's curriculum but also its instruc- AAA accreditation bodies. For those tion methods into question," said who are not up to date on their reli- Deanne Sparks, a current LSU gradu- gious vernacular, "apostasy" means a ate student and former teacher and complete desertion and departure from school administrator. "How we learn one's religion, cause, or principles. La is how we teach and vice versa." The Sierra University has been accused of problem lies in that by questioning this desertion due to the inclusion of or blacklisting the school, teachers the theory of evolution in some biology who earned their degrees at La Si- courses. erra might end up finding themselves unemployable by other Adventist But repercussions of such schools within the NAD. action should be considered. When Michigan cut off employee subsi- "Accreditation is one dies (financial assistance) to La Si- of the most impor- erra, they cut off any chances for the dependents of their employees to tant marks a un ver- attend our university. Adventist ed- sify can earn. It is a ucation does not come cheap. Con- ference employees do not get paid measure of excel- well. Were it not for employee subsi- dies, many people would not be able lence in education." Defining just how we learn to attend Adventist institutions. In this and how we teach, especially in the economy, taking out loans for school field of science at this institution is is increasingly dangerous. There has important. "Different people mean dif- been talk of other conferences taking ferent things when they use the term the same action, which could prove evolution," said Dr. Gary Bradley, a disastrous for many students who are professor of biology and genetics at counting on that financial aid in order La Sierra. He explained that for most to attend La Sierra. Elder Jay Galli- conservative Christians, the word suit and also renew LSU's accreditation "evolution" carries the usual anti-God when they convene on March 31st. Ac- connotation. However, for a scien- creditation is vital, because it means tist, the word represents the process that the university in question has been by which all kinds of alterations and deemed to be operating at the level modifications happen in our world. of quality consistent with its mission Dr. Bradley believes that the Creator statement, as well as with the expecta- God designed the world with the abil- tions of a school of higher education. As ity for evolution to occur, and urges President Wisbey put it, "Accreditation is everyone to learn as much as they one of the most important marks a uni- can about our Lord's created university can earn. It is a measure of excel- verse. "There is abundant evidence lence in education." that living things change. Thus evolution is well documented and well Despite the renewal of accredi- supported in the scientific world. It is tation, the WASC evaluation team noted unconscionable for a science student the issues pertaining to LSU's Biology to remain ignorant of this fundamen- Department. While they understand tal aspect of life." that it's mainly a denominational issue, it directly touches on several WASC From an administrative stand- standards, including the roles of the fac- point, President Randal Wisbey re- ulty and academic freedom. sponded to Michigan's actions as fol- lows: "La Sierra University is an integral "A faith so fragile part of the Church's shared endeavor to as not to withstand educate our young people to think well investigation is not and to believe well. Our students con- stitute our best hope for the future of faith at all, but rote the Church, a Church that must be re- belief and meaning- sponsible, redemptive, and relevant if it intends to meet the needs of the world less," said Elaine in the 21st Century." Nelson in a post on

While Sparks' are legitimate, the Spectrum blog recent accreditation renewal concerns on October 11. lays to rest any notion that LSU's qual- 2010. "Don't enrofl ity of education has been compromised. This past summer, WASC (Western As- in any college until sociation of Schools and Colleges) reaf- ready to be taught firmed La Sierra's accreditation for eight more years; and hopes are high that and to learn." Asare- suit, WASC plans to send a team back the Accrediting Association of Seventh- to our campus later on this spring for day Adventist Schools (AAA) will follow ■ewsn a reevaluation. But despite concern by a life as Jesus exemplified, without some, others are confident that this will having even left the country." all subside in time. "I've seen this kind of thing happen in other times and places. La Sierra has a special chal- Eventually, it has blown over and the fo- lenge with missions programming, cus has shifted elsewhere," said Jocelyn because a great deal of our student Fay of the Southeastern California Con- body is not Adventist. Many, in fact, ference. George Virgil Larson, attended are not even Christian. Despite this, Walla Walla College, where there was a there are several programs aside disagreement about instruction within from missions, such as STORM, some theology classes. "It got to the Rask@ls, REVO, and the like, where point where he was asked to spy on the students of every background and religion teachers, said Larson's daugh- belief come together to help make ter. He was expected to report back to a difference in the lives of those other people. It was a big mess at the around them, embodying one of the time." most powerful gospel messages: Many students involved in cam- love your neighbor. pus-based ministries have said that we are not apostates, but rather apostles. In the opinion of Dr. Kendra One such example is Krissy Traustason, Haloviak of the School of Religion, we who actively participates in Home Base, are a "passionately Adventist institu- a ministry open to everyone at La Sierra. tion," far from apostasy. The Twenty- "We're made up of devoted students Eight Fundamental Beliefs are some of who are dedicated to outreach in our the most important aspects that define community; we're driven to be mission- us as a church. And despite what oth- aries not only in foreign countries, but ers may say, the Twenty-Eight Beliefs also here at home," said Traustason. are actually taught in a variety of ways at La Sierra. "When I heard about the Jaylene Chung, who is ac- decision by the Michigan Conference, tively involved in missions, agrees. I wondered if anyone there had con- She believes that La Sierra is fulfill- tacted our campus before their action," ing the Adventist church's mission Haloviak said. "If those with concerns of spreading the gospel and helping had been able to have a conversation others both inside and outside of the with the members of our community, program. "[People who have gone they would encourage their employees' through the missions program] have college-aged children to further their an intense first-hand experience of Adventist education at La Sierra Univer- what it means to step out of their sity." And with the highest enrollment comfort zone to help the global com- in recent memory, with 2,098 students munity," said Chung. "On top of that, registering for Fall quarter, Haloviak's there are also so many people at LSU confidence in LSU's standard of educa- who care deeply for others and live tion seems to be substantiated. Come Enjoy the Gold Coast Tanning Experience" Keep a heafUiy glow at I year around LSU tudents "«£- 1 0% off! ^s/

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I "Billionaire" by Travis McCoy (feat. Bruno Mars) - The reason I thoroughly enjoy (this song is because it perfectly showcases Bruno Mars' song-writing ability in Ithe chorus--a hook that probably made the song the most catchy of 2010. The un- lapologetically honest lyrics to this tune are consistent with Mars' straightforward I hooks for other well known songs this year (see "Grenade" or Cee Lo Green's [single of a different, less appropriate name). "What?! Did he just say forget You' Ion the radio?!"

fu vuo to L'Americano by Renato Carosone -1 love this classic Italian song. It is [about everything American that Italy is not. The irony is the number of American- K\ lized renditions of the song Ihat exist some 50 years after it was written.

| Bright Lights Bigger City" by Cee Lo Green - With roots as a hip-hop solo lact, then as one half of a widely successful alternative group, Gnarls Barkley, |cee Lo Green changes directions yet again with his third solo EP with The ILady Killer; a viral compilation of pop songs performed by a soulful crooner, g-&j| Iqivinq us some of the most catchy tunes since Flo Rida's "Get Low".

]"ln for the Kill" by La Roux - La Roux (pronounced la:ru), a music duo from [across the pond, provides a delightfully organic synth-pop sound. The some- Iwhat androgynous lead singer, Eleanor Jackson, belts out simple melodies I with such innocence and grace; making obvious the fact that, in an industry [dominated by such artists as Britney Spears and Ke$ha, true talent often times [lies low under the radar.

more broussorri' "Home" by Marc Broussard - If it smells like funk, it has to be this guy! A native ■of Louisiana, Broussard sings like he's been eating the same soul spaghetti as |Josh Kelley, but with extra black pepper. "Home" is a feel-good tune about a [boy traveling with his dad. headed 'home'' lo New Orleans.

"Window Seat" by Erykah Badu - This woman probably has the most distinct [voice in all of R&B. The way she nasally glazes her lonely lyrics over the heavy [beats and pulsing keyboard in "Window Seat" with her piercing tone solidifies Iher place in R&B; if not among those on the radio today, then among others, [such as Jill Scott, Mary J, and Chaka Khan, who helped shape and define the [genre (Side note: The "Matt and Kim" she pulled in her music video makes this Isong even more interesting).

16 Criterion rChasing Pirates" by Norah Jones -1 have enjoyed watching the transformation of I [this 9-time Grammy Award winner from singer-songwriter to the pop music sensa-| Ition she has become today. What's amazing about this transformation is her Iretention of that unprocessed sound displayed beautifully in "Chasing Pirates."

|"Monster" by Kanye West (feat. Rick Ross, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, and Bon Iver) I- The fact that my favorite of Kanye's albums is 808s and Heartbreaks should [make it obvious that I'm not the biggest fan. But I have to give it up to Kanye for [six minutes of collaborative geniusness. Not only does he spit a phat lyric himself, | [but he features two of the year's most talented MC's, Jay-Z and Nicki Minaj, and la personal fav of mine, Bon Iver (on vocals). Special credit should go to Minaj for la standout performance, establishing herself as a talented entertainer and lyricist. I

|"Cosmic Love" by Florence + The Machine - Not since Fleetwood Mac have | I heard such strong female lead vocals in a band. Florence Welch and her [band, The Machine, in their debut album entitled Lungs, conduct a mixture •vfr [of disturbingly dark and twisted tunes about love and death. In "Cosmic .ove", Welch wales a depressing chorus: "No dawn, no day, I'm always in us twiliaht/ln the shadow of vour heart." Debbie Downer, anyone?

"Up All Night" by Drake (feat. Nicki Minaj) - Despite Drake's modest Jewish [upbringing, his sophomore album, Thank Me Later, is unexpectedly and unabash-| ledly gritty as well as grammatically insane. But I love it! And Drizzy's decision to (work with Nicki Minaj on this record, who really did make a milli off a mixtape and ■probably a couple more from her pre-Pink Friday collaborations (she raps about it | land her Young Money family in just about every one of her songs) makes "Up All | Night" one of the best songs off the album.

U' ■'■•ys-ey-'-'-k |"New York City's Killing Me" by Ray LaMontagne and the Pariah Dogs - Ray LaMontagne continues his reign as king of the folk-rock genre with his fourth Istudio LP, God Willin' and the Creek Don't Rise. His songs have a feel good [quality to them and have been featured in Hallmark and dog food commer- [cials (How much more feel good can you get?). This song is a more subdued t&Nfe [track off God Willin', talking about the perils of city life and a girl he once ■■A< ■■»&■!■ Iloved who lives there.

"The Cave" by Mumford & Sons - I never thought the banjo would be E Icool until I heard Mumford and his "sons" rock out with it on their debut |EP, Sigh No More. These four young English chaps do a surprisingly [fine job at mainstreaming an old folk sound in their songs, making them rl |one of the most contagious new acts of the 2010.

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18 Criterion tion. While I have only experienced a minor for others is perfectly fine, leaving the poor handful of these frustrated students, Darren workers up at Physical Plant to go crazy as receives at least 3 complaints per week, if they attempt to please everyone. not more. What irritates students and the most is the fact that the library has no control There is only one solution for this over the heating and cooling system, despite hectic mess: modernize the current HVAC there being thermostat control boxes scat- system. Physical Plant is pushing towards tered throughout the building. The HVAC making this change in the near future, with system, as it is commonly called, is con- Al Valdez commenting that "research and trolled by Physical Plant. Library Director, meetings with several promising vendors Kitty Simmons, explains that there is minimal have already been taking place." After an information for the reasons the temperature affordable and compatible company is se- fluctuates so much, or as to who really has lected, the question remains as to when it control over this device. As she simply puts can be done. A job of this sort requires time; it, "All we do is tell [Physical Plant] when we something not very easily found on a univer- have problems." sity campus. It takes at least a month for the The temperature here is in- company to gather, assemble, and ship all the parts, in which it will then take a full two sane! it changes every so weeks to install. Time scheduling has been often...I was wearing six lay- one of the main reasons for why the system ers of clothes: I had a hoodie has not been modernized as of yet. It is simply impossible for construction work to be on, a sweater, a shirt, a bng- done during the scorching heat of summer- sleeve shirt, and an under- time or the raining and flooding season of the shirt. And I was still cold" winter. For many students, it would be al- When a student complains, the most catastrophic if Physical Plant attempts most that employees are able to do is make to work with their noisy machinery and trucks a phone call to Physical Plant and report the when school is in session, or, worse yet, dur- problem, and then hope that either the heat ing finals week. Already, I hear complaints or AC will kick in fast. Physical Plant sup- from those who live at the dorms that their posedly has the ability to regulate the HVAC precious hours of slumber are being cut in system, but apparently their control is more half because of those who cut the grass ear- limited than imagined. Al Valdez, Director of ly in the mornings. I can guarantee that the Facilities Management on campus, and his ruckus and commotion that will result with team of technicians and managers, informed the new installation of the system would be me that with the library's "inefficient, anti- exponentially worse. quated, and complicated system, the ability to control things is not possible." They are As it can be seen, there is no op- doing their very best to maintain an average portune moment to modernize. Yet, Physi- temperature of 72 degrees, but it proves to cal Plant and Administration both feel that be very difficult without a modernized, digital a functioning HVAC system is crucial on a system that would allow for a visual record university campus, and thus they are striv- of current temperatures in each room. As of ing to tackle this problem wholeheartedly as now, Physical Plant "relies on people's say- swiftly as possible. As for now, maybe we as so as for what the environment is," and thus students should attempt to be more patient any changes made occur only when people the next time we are in the library studying. complain. The concern with this method seems to be that everybody's internal ther- ...That, and always have both our thermals mostat is wired differently. For some it may and tank tops handy. be freezing cold, but that same temperature

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Class has barely started and I can trace the roots of this illness to I'm bored out of my mind. Although my childhood, when Christmas was a I'm physically here, my mind is ab- time when I went from a poor beggar sent. It's a new quarter; I know I to a splurging king. I can remember should be listening for clues for our racing to the local mall to spend my first exam, but today I don't care. riches on countless pairs of shoes. No matter the cost, I felt an honest I reach into my bag and grab need for Nike Air Maxes and Timber- a book I've been reading by Oscar land boots. These remain few of my Lenius entitled "A Weil-Dressed fondest memories as each New Year Gentleman's Pocket Guide." Flipping I was draped in fresh new gear. through pages regarding the history Now that I am a grown col- of knitwear, I grow tired of it and toss lege student, splurging has be- it back to its resting place. My mind come an increasingly rare thrill and is busy, but the clock doesn't seem the realities of bills and bare ne- to be moving. So I reach for my cessities have sunk into my bank MacBook, close the blank Microsoft account. However, I haven't fully Word document I had opened for rejected the tradition as of yet, and notes, and open Safari. The Google have discovered some new looks search begins. that 2011 has delivered for both So break out your men and women alike. color wheels and Despite the typical drab that mix some high- manifests throughout the winter season, 2011 has done away with such lights into your protocol. I'm here to tell you that col- darkest outfits, ors are widely permitted and even Le t your, bright encouraged this New Year. So break CO out your color wheels and mix some ors shine as highlights into your darkest outfits. the sun takes her Let your bright colors shine as the vacation, sun takes her vacation. While listening for test terms and homework hints, I simultaneously The secret of the season is hunt for denim deals and shoe sales. to know which piece in your closet

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Criterion 21 is deemed the most valuable by the fashionistas. This New Year, pack This next must-have of 2011 may your drawer with a variety of denim make me seem like I have lost my tops. When done right they offer a marbles, but I ask that you hear me crisp alternative to the customary out. This year making their official cotton tops you are overstocked debut out of the house, are sweat- with. You can find an array of them pants. I have found a new apprecia- from zip-up vests to button-down tion for these living room giants ancj dress shirts wherever you shop. foresee them making more public Denim jackets are also fun to throw appearances over the next several over your formal wear when head- months than ever before. Now, be ing out for a night in the city. The key mindful that I don't mean the sever is (as is with most clothing) to wear year old, gray sweats you wear ev- these tops true to size or even a ery Sunday. I'm talking about the size under what you would typically heavier Navy blue or black, low- wear. This keeps one looking of age rise sweats that fit comfortably anc while more comfortable than those do not bunch. Just so long as theii wooled-up preppies. design and fit are kept appropriate these weekend staples are ready fo| Now, it is important to note the spotlight. that with the addition of denim tops to one's closet comes the need for Finally, though it is not a looh bottoms of alternative variety. Go per say, this is the year for you to fine / find the pair of vintage khaki chinos your signature scent in a perfume you wore at your respected Acad- or cologne. In years past one was emy and dump them in the nearest able to pass by wearing exceeding wastebasket. This time, search for amounts of deodorant alone. Wei a pair that actually fit, baring only boys and girls, it is time to cut back enough room for comfort. Once on the antiperspirant and find a fra- you've spotted a khaki pair, go nuts grance that suits you. Remember and add some colored chinos to your that subtly is key. Overdoing is im- collection. Make sure they are trim mature. Keep it fresh and simple. and tapered, and most importantly, without pleats. (Ladies, pleats are Good luck in your search for acceptable in your case.) Happy New Gear!

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Criterion 23 Criterion Oscar Picks

What Should Win?? Black Swan

Black Swan uses the outward deli- cacy of ballet and the horrors of losing one's mind in order to create a passionate psychodrama about the perils of the artistic process. The film's success hinges on Natalie Port- man's ability to make you believe in her character's psychological transformation and she achieves this feat magnificently. Darren Aronofsky, undoubtedly inspired by Roman Po- The Fighter lanski's Repulsion, crafts a thrilling descent into madness by taking the "*-■■".•"";;;•; FIGHTER verisimilitude of The Wrestler and injecting it with a wave of insanity resulting in the most brazen and purely visceral cinematic experience of 2010.

ANNETTE BENING JUUANNE MOORE MARK RUFFALO 2M

MIAWA3KOWSKA JOSHHUTCHERSON

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The King's Speech The Kids Are All Right Inception

24 Criterion Best Picture

127 Hours What Will Win?? For a significant part of the race it seemed as if The Social Network was a surefire bet for Best Picture. But after the Producers Guild of America and the Directors Guild of America 127 gave The King's Speech their respec- HOURS tive top honors, the Best Picture award slowly slipped away from The Social Network's grasp. The King's Speech is the type of film members YOU DON'T i Social Network of the Academy love. It displays fantastic writing, spectacular act- GET TO, ing, and assured direction. It's also 500 MILLION a prestigious period piece with a sense of humor and relatable char- FRIENDS acters. It's not as daring or deserving WITHOUT-ArfAK/NG a choice as The Social Network, but it A F*W is a great film nonetheless. ENEMIES

l»^ Di JEFF BRIDGES MATT DAMON JOSH. BROLIN JOEL&l COEX TRUE WINTERS BONE

True Grit Winter's Bone James Franco Colin Firth 127 Hours The King's Speech

Jesse Eisenberg Jeff Bridges Javier Bardem »/.' The Social Network True Grit Biutiful Who Should Win??

Colin Firth uses his dry wit and subtle introspection to instill King George the VI (Bertie for short) with a powerful sense of humanity, making the reluctant monarch's insecurities and frustrations tangible and poignant.

Best Actress

Natalie Portman Annette Bening Black Swan The Kids are All Right

Michelle Williams Nicole Kidman Jennifer Lawrecent Blue Valentine Rabbit Hole Winter's Bone Who Should Win??

Natalie Portman doesn't merely perform, she exists in this world where everyone is ostensibly out to get her while she slowly loses grip of reality. At an integral moment in the film, Nina whispers to herself, "I was perfect." I'd agree.

26 Criterion Best Supporting Actor

Geoffrey Rush Christian Bale The King's Speech The Fighter

ark Ruffalo Jeremy Renner John Hawkes Kids are All Right The Town Winter's Bone o Will Win??

Christian Bale, once again, disappears into a role with all the bravura he's been missing in recent performances. He captures Dicky's other- worldly mannerisms and embodies a nuanced, entertaining, and tragic man who simply wants to do right by everybody.

Best Supporting Actress

Hailee Steinfeld Helena Bonham Carter True Grit The King's Speech

Amy Adams Melissa Leo Jacki Weaver The Fighter The Fighter Animal Kingdom Who Will Win??

Character actress Melissa Leo, Oscar nominated three years ago for Fro- zen River, delivers a wildly enjoyable performance in The Fighter as the fiery Alice Ward, a mother who desperately, and at times villainously, wants the best for her boys.

Criterion 27 Who Should Win?? Darren Aronofsky Black Swan Who Should Win: Darren Aronof- sky's affinity for cinematic ex- pression is undeniable. With Black Swan he fervently pushes every aspect of filmmaking from acting to cinematography to David Fincher their limits, creating a bold and The Social Network imaginative masterpiece.

Joel and Ethan Coen True Grit Who Will Win??

Tom Hooper picked up a great deal of steam after winning the Directors Guild of America award over the apparent favor- Tom Hooper ite David Fincher. His direction King's Speech for The King's Speech is solid, and while I can't say he deserves the award, he's definitely the favorite to win.

David O. Russell The Fighter

28 Criterion 2012 and You don Bcnja December 21, 2012 is their cataclysm expansion of nen the government will turn "World of Warcraft." The end f the force field protecting must be near. At least some- [Earth from all the bad aliens, body is making money in this o, wait, it's when we slip into economy. le center of the galaxy and At the office in which I leet up with the Martians... work, somebody mentioned . mean Mayans. Er...no, no, all the animals that had died it's when John Cusack races around the world and how sci- to reach the "arks" that the entists can't figure out what government made to protect killed them. Right after the us from when a chain of cata- topic came up, another person strophic events is triggered. Ah, cryptically whispered "Twenty yes, that's it. Well okay, maybe twelve...ooooh." (It wasn't me I not. Centropolis Entertainment promise.) The phrase has wea- and Columbia Pictures spent seled its way into everyday talk an estimated $200 million on and anything tinged with con- the film 2012 and made about spiracy is often accompanied $225 million worldwide. And with an utterance of next year. who knows how much money There are hundreds of theories Blizzard Entertainment put into on 2012, and new ones seem to be concocted in conjunction with, or in explanation for, every new problem the earth experiences. So in overviewing some popular theories and founda- tions of the idea of "Doomsday 2012" and applying them to our society, we should ask one important question; does any of this matter? If there are countless scientists, and even gov- ernments, that have actually looked into the ideas surrounding 2012 and what it could yield for us, then you can't help but wonder if there's anything substantial behind all the outland- L ish speculations. about 1000 years of working Now in order to compre- on this calendar, the Mayans hend all the 2012 hype, you finally came up with a date of a have to understand the found- "great cycle's end." There are ers of the doomsday idea. En- supposedly 5 great cycles, and ter the Mayan civilization. The according to the Mayans, 2012 oldest Mayan settlement was would be the end of the 5th. discovered in Belize and dates They describe this event as the back to around 1000 BC, but Sun crossing into a dark rift (or the exact dates of their civiliza- dark mother as they also call tion are a bit sketchy. Long sto- it) which was also understood ry short, the Mayans were ob- as a black hole at the center of sessed with math and science the galaxy. It wasn't until about and blended their science into 8 years ago that Western Sci- their spirituality. So they set out ence even knew that there was on a quest to understand cos- a black hole at the center of our mic synchronicity, kind of like galaxy. Many geologists be- what Apple did when creating lieve this "crossing over" would the iPad, but what the Mayans push the earth into a possible came up with lacked a touch pole shift, relocating the poles screen and the ability to play and essentially remapping the "Angry Birds." The product of surface of the earth. Perhaps it their curiosity was a super cal- is already happening? Tampa endar able to predict a lunar International Airport has had eclipse thousands of years in to remark one of their runways the future. The History Channel due to a shift in the magnetic claims that the Mayan calendar north on January 13th. (TBO. is more accurate than our own. com) "In the 8th Century AD, Now aside from the His- the Mayan calendar predicted tory Channel with its doom and that white skin bearded gods gloom, there are hundreds of would arrive from across the videos and written works by sea on March 5th, 1519. On home scientists explaining that exact date, Cortez and much of the same information his conquistadors arrived in with various other outcomes. the new world." (History Chan- Essentially, on the winter sol- nel) Okay Mayans, you got stice of 2012, which is Decem- lucky this time, but what else ber 21, the sun will cross the have you predicted? Well, after galactic plane. I saw one video tnat used apples and oranges that because all the turmoil and I for the sake of simplicity, and problems the world has been to be honest, it was my favor- going through, people are hop- ite. Now the sun has crossed ing for something big to change lis plane before, and actually everything. I have a friend that oes so once a year, but it is believes the entire world will jnly once every 26,000 years have an epiphany all that the that scientists claim the sun same time. Wouldn't that be will cross the galactic plane nice? When it boils down to it, while in line with the earth on there is only one statement we winter solstice. This crossing should be concerned about, of the sun actually occurred in and that is what the Bible says. 1998. The reason the Mayans In Mark 13:32, Jesus said, "No picked 2012 was because from one knows about that day or Southern Mexico and the Yu- hour, not even the angels in catan Peninsula, it will be visi- heaven, nor the Son, but only ble as more of an all-day event the Father." (NIV) Just like where the sun will start to Y2K, there will be continuous cross at dawn and finish cross- speculation about how things ing at sunset with the plane of will go down on one December the galaxy behind it. 21, 2012, and the media will "The Mayan calen- stop at nothing to blow it out of proportion. dar predicted that The next few years of white skin bearded our lives will be both trying, gods would arrive exciting, and revolutionary, regardless of a robotic zombie from across the sea apocalypse. There are a hun- on March 5th, 1519. dred theories on how or why On that exact date, the world will end, but instead of listening to those that try Cortez and his con- to decide how it will end, why quistadors arrived in not trust the words of He who the new world. Okay decided how it began? So tell Mayans, you got your friends and family that you love them. Not because lucky this time" 2012 is just around the corner, So, since it already happened, but because you love them. what's the big deal? It could be

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SPRING BREAK!!! WOOHOO!!! Okay, We are also presented with an a little too early perhaps, but someone's got inspiring piece that focuses on Germeen to lighten the mood so that the busyness of Yousry, one of La Sierra's own, who is serving "dead" week doesn't kill us all. In the midst abroad in Africa as a student missionary in of all your final papers, wretched group "With Love, From Egypt" It touches on the presentations, and cramming for exams, you political unrest in her home country and might experience a moment of coherency how it has shaped her outlook on the work when you ask yourself, "Wasn't there an she has been doing in Kenya. issue of the Criterion a couple weeks ago?" But the time crunch we worked The answer is yes. Well, three weeks ago. under doesn't mean my staff and I aren't But to my staff and me, it seems like it was proud of it. In fact—and I speak for all of us yesterday when we published "Apostates or when I say—working on this publication Apostles" Which is why it has taken so much has made us proud to be a part of such work to complete our fourth issue of the an important group of journalists here on school year in so little time. campus. And it has been a sincere pleasure I have had the pleasure of working to share that with our La Sierra community. with some very talented writers new to the Good luck with final exams and Criterion staff, showcasing their creativity have an awesome spring break!! and eloquence in our first short story, poem, and opinion piece of the year—"Active (V)kfe^ Adult Living" in particular is thoroughly and perfectly applicable to student life here on Nick Smith campus. Chief Editor Active Adult Living by Patrick Garrett York

As I drove up Sierra Vista and our softball games. noticed the building progress of the Cen- The space is better used than ter for Adult Living adjacent to the soccer empty and littered with dead desert plants field. Faux-Spanish facades of stucco with like it was before the project began, but the balconies and red-tiled roofs loom where building that will soon be filled with our po- a mess of naked wooden frames stood tential grandmothers pushes me to think. hauntingly a few months ago. The aging, How "active" are the students across the grinning faces of a woman and her hus- street? band look towards Sierra Vista from a vi- Academy kids or church youth nyl advertisement, towards the rest of their sometimes say they won't come to La Si- "active" lives, as the sign reads below them. erra because we are a "commuter school." It's an old-folks home, but they I could imagine them outside drive thru win- can't call it that if they want to sell apart- dows on campus: ments. It must promise its tenants inde- "Hello ma'am, welcome to La Si- pendence and activity in the twilight of their erra, would you like to try our new criminal lives, which will be spent on what used to justice program today?" the records office be university property, with box seats to all offers.

_ "No thanks, but I would like a su- tween classes who laugh and talk and yell? per-sized microbiology. I'm headed over to What would happen if our campus bustled Loma Linda, I just wanted to grab a snack like every other university campus? on my way there." If our campus did bustle and hus- It sounds indulgent, but the major- tle more often than the ten minutes before ity of students just plan to pass through, University Worship on Thursdays, maybe going on to other things: graduate work, a few more of the young people in our medical school, law school. I myself am churches and at the academies would think guilty of being preoccupied with future about La Sierra as a university, and not as a educational plans. La Sierra may just be a stop-off point. Maybe we would start hav- place where we're picking up a super-sized ing the same impression. The task is ours: serving of B.S. or B.A. before heading on to the administration is not responsible for the important part. campus culture. Student Life, Spiritual Life, and OSA aren't responsible. Regardless La Sierra may just be of who puts on a campus event, only the students can choose to show up and share a place where we're a college experience. An old folks home just moved next picking up a super- door. Let's keep this fact ironic by being more "active" than our active adult neigh- bors. We are college students. We can be- sfeed serving of B.S. come a university that people hear about, not because of obscure controversy, but or B.A. before head- because of our collective spirit. We can represent not only a place to go for an ex- ing on to the important cellent education, but also a place to go for an excellent university experience, like the part. one we polish up for the academy students that come visit us every year. What does that do to the culture of We have had shining moments the school? Are passersby willing contrib- in the past, when the Founder's Green is ute to a university atmosphere that's worth filled with people, when Matheson or HMA sticking around for over the weekend, espe- cannot house all of the patrons at a cam- cially if the week's obligations have drained pus play or opera, when the music and the them of their energy? What would happen smell of hot dogs waft across campus from if our university became more than just a the bio-physics club's annual barbecue, commuter campus? What if even the peo- when SIFE, REVO, or Project Pueblo host ple who live outside our gates stuck around an event. We have shown our potential to the campus on Saturday or Sunday? What be a university community. Let's do if the Founder's Green was flooded with our it more. I, for one, am gonna stay here for 2000 plus students on weekends or be- the weekend. Turning 21

The plane landed in Baltimore and I stood v^tong for my dad. I thought back of yesterday, when I was eating at Gourmet Pizza Shoppe with my friends for my birthday.

I woke up with geology in my mouth craving poe.try instead. My brother, smilirjg, sitting sipping coffee said "Don't Worry, Dai understands." Then I remembered my brother spinning m% aroun< with his hand across the woodlpors of the bar wearing his grin we had as BJUcen when our parents were gone. That grin that my mother always^ cost thousands of dollars. I recall both of my brothers picking me up for a picture with our inhibitions tossed under the bar table like my brother's . throw-up. I did not forget my future sister-in-law in her Chesapeake crab meat dress laughing like a clam being pried op

I sat in church with my friends back in California. They asked in whispers how my birthday was. I said it was wonderful. The pizza was delicious they agreed

■■■■i Criterion 7 With Love, From Egypt ■■ Germeen watched as one of emy math and history teacher in Ke- her Rwandese students put pencil nya. "It was a joy to see the results on to paper in a last ditch effort to learn her quiz and...that she remembered the math formulas she had struggled everything we went over the night be- relentlessly to understand. The flo- fore." rescent lights of the Maxwell Adven- tist Academy library grew seemingly Contributing to her students' brighter by each passing hour. But intellectual and spiritual growth is part both were determined to produce of Yousry's daily routine at Maxwell, quality results on the following day's a prestigious Adventist preparatory quiz —Germeen in her teaching career academy in the nation's capitol of Nai- and the student in her academic one. robi. According to Yousry, the school And the dedication paid off. The next itself took her by surprise. The run- day, her student boasted her highest ning water, high speed internet, and grade on a quiz up to that point. stiff tuition fees contrasted the rural school house she had imagined when she signed up. Still, Yousry—an inter- But many Egyp- national student from Egypt —was sur- prised even more by the culture shock. "I thought Kenyan culture would be tians, her included, very close to Egyptian culture. Egypt is in Africa, but [now] I feel that it is had grown tired of [very] different than the part of Africa I live in." While cultural differences national security at can make any transition tough, Yousry seems to have learned to appreciate and respect Kenyan culture by learn- the expense of their ing from her students and investing in her community. "I'm very glad that I civil liberties. Thus decided to step out in faith and come here this year," she said. And that de- was the inception cision will undoubtedly help her with her career aspirations of being a mis- of often times vio- sionary academy teacher. But, as with any missionary lent political revolu- experience, the task does not come without its difficulties. "My first se- tion. mester working here was challenging," said Yousry. "It was hard for me "I think the best part, for me, is to connect with the students and it watching my students succeed," said was a struggle to find [that] balance Germeen Yousry, an undergraduate at between being firm, [yet] loving at La Sierra University and current stu- the same time." She is, however, dent missionary, serving as an acad- no stranger to new and unfamiliar places. In 2008, she enrolled as a Fear of terrorism, especially freshman here at LSU —submersed in the post 9/11 in which we live, is in a new environment, a new coun- a legitimate fear, and one echoed by try, and a new culture. Graduating Yousry. "I was afraid that the Mus- from Nile Union Academy, the only lim Brotherhood would take over the Adventist academy in Egypt (and county," said she. "Fortunately, that a U.S. accredited institution), it did not happen." made sense for her to continue her studies here. Two years, and many The world watched as the friendships later, Yousry was ready streets of Cairo, Alexandria, and those to take on a new challenge: being of other prominent cities filled with an- an SM back home in Africa. And af- gry mobs protesting Mubarak and his ter first getting acquainted with new company. Innocents were trampled, , faces and new demands, she says cars set ablaze, even CNN news cor- the experience has been nothing respondents physically beaten downl but rewarding for her. for the cause. And Nile Union Acad-' emy, Yousry's alma mater, eventu- But the same cannot be said ally locked its doors for safety along of her family back home in Cairo. In with most other institutions and busi- January of this year, the Yousry's ex- nesses. Things, in fact, got so bad in perienced social and political upheav- Cairo, that the Adventist Conference S al when riots broke out against former ordered the evacuation of all foreign Egyptian President Mohamed Hosni student missionaries working at the Mubarak's regime. academy as well as temporary asylum for all Egyptian faculty to Lebanon. Through a process of single- Yousry's mother, who currently serves candidate elections, Mubarak had as dean of the school, chose to stay maintained control of Egypt, ruling behind with some Sudanese students autocratically for 30 years. For much who had no families in Egypt, mak-, it of Mubarak's "pharaonic" rule, the re- ing due with limited resources. "The! gime operated under emergency law; school decided to send some workers a political concept in which a state to buy as much food from [the] mar- justifies such stringent anti-terrorist ket as they could," said Yousry. "They tactics—like "temporary" suspension stored the food at the school so all of constitutional rights, extension of the faculty would be able to buy food police power, censorship, and indefi- from the cafe. Everyone had to [stay] nite imprisonment —citing the inevi- up all night to guard their property and tability of terrorist activity otherwise. families, including NUA." The situation hit close to home when internet and cellular communication Despite the civil unrest and was shut down by the government, subsequent resignation and flight of making it impossible for Yousry and former President Mubarak in early brother, John (who also studies at February, however, President Obama LSU) to communicate with their family. and Vice-President Biden had been hesitant to take an active stance i against the regime since the country Egypt is going to be a lot better than las been a loyal U.S. ally in the re- the past. Now, the government real- gion. Additionally, with Egypt formerly izes very well how much power the acting as a mediator between Pales- people have and that they won't allow :inian/lsraeli conflict, one can see the any more corruption." erits of such support for peaceful sdealings within Egypt. Fear of Islam- Through all the corruption and ic extremists taking over in the wake violence, there shines a glimmer of the country's power vacuum, as well hope; an energetic, brown-eyed girl as the domino affect in neighboring at the front of a Kenyan classroom. countries prevents many politicians In the face of the fear Yousry and her from taking any one definitive stance. family faced during this time, her of goal of carrying out God's mission Even Egyptian sentiments are work remains focal. "I knew that God mixed. Since Mubarak's leadership is called me to take a year off and go all Yousry has ever known, it is hard to Kenya," Yousry told me. "I'm very for her to opine on the efficacy of glad that I decided to step out in faith the former president's regime or the and come here this year. I've been future of Egypt, but she is confident very dependent on God every step of that things are going to change for my way. [And] because of that strong the better. "Now that the army is in connection, it's been a lot easier to re- charge of the county until an election alize how God works in my life and the takes place, I think that the future of lives of the people around me." Music Playlist by Andrew Lewis im\ "Old School Love" by I iThis song is off the 1999 album Introducing IMX. It has a pop/hip-hop sound land it shows off a mature sound of IMX, who used to be called Immature. It's a I real catchy song and coincidentally the lyrics really speak to them maturing as a Igroup, although that's not what the song is about.

[Solange - "T.O.N.Y." IThis song is off the 2008 album Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams. The song tftolroTfilQT Ihas a real Motown, 70s funk sound to it and the title alone makes you intrigued. I If you don't read the title, then you think the song is about a specific person. But if | lyou listen to the lyrics, you'll definitely hear otherwise. Great song for Solange to IsteD out of bia sis Bevonce's shadow.

IMIA-"Come Around" loff the gold album, Kala, "Come Around" is a real rhythmic track produced by | iTimbaland, a great producer who got his start in R&B and hip-hop, but now Idoes all genres. If you're familiar with Timbaland's work, you hear his sound leasily in the beat. While MIA's vocals may not shine completely in this track, Ishe definitelv keeos UD with the Droduction.

-..,»— THE ROOTS A \ *. The Roots - "The Spark" I could get into how dope The Roots are; a band that plays live music with one [rapper with amazing lyrics. Just listen to this song and that'll tell you all you [need to know about them. Classic Roots sound, classic Black Thought (band Ifront-man) lyrics. That makes for an incredible song. Enjoy.

ARCH^DROID I Janelle Monoe - "Locked Inside" | Probably the best you've never heard or heard of and that's a shame. Off of Iher latest album, Archandroid, "Locked Inside" is an upbeat track that channel? (the late Michael Jackson. It's quite hard to show your great vocals on a fast |paced song but Monoe makes it seem effortless.

— *> / I ipe Fiasco - "Hurt Me Soul" If his masterful yet incredibly underrated debut album, Food & Liquor, the Chi- | ago MC raps of the ills of the world in a very poetic way. Lyrically, an amazing ing and I really don't have enough superlatives to describe it. Whether you're a asual hip-hop fan or a fanatic, you should be able to appreciate this song.

iwen Stefani & Johnny Vulture - "Bubble Pop Electric" I -irst off, for those of you wondering who Johnny Vulture is, it's Andre 3000's [■■from OutKast) alter-ego. If you watch the "Hey Ya!" music video, you'll be Lonfused no more. Okay, about the song. This song combined the great creative I minds of Stefani (from the band No Doubt) and 3000. The beat is very pop '•renetic and is guaranteed to at least have you tapping your feet. Catchy hook, I not great lyrically and as an OutKast fan, I definitely wanted a verse from 3000 |but a fun song nonetheless.

IJohn Legend - "Live It Up" |Off his 2004 debut album, Get Lifted, "Live It Up" is a real feel good song. I The kind of song you hear when you just got a paycheck and your bills are [paid, or if you had a phenomenal day and you're just happy. The intro to [the song just provides you with a good feeling and it's a welcomed change |of oace from the sound on the album.

I Smith - "Chasing Forever" [Yes, Will Smith. Yes, from Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and all those movies. Moving Ion, off the 1998 album, Big Willie Style, this hidden song has a nice, wedding [song feel to it. Borrowing a great Stevie Wonder sample (Ribbon In The Sky), [Smith seems to pour his heart out to his wife as he encourages them to "chase [forever". Good background vocals from Jagged Edge as well. Also, here's a fun |fact: Nas wrote this song. i WILL!

[Justin Timberlake - "Love Don't Love Me" ■Off 2003's Bad Boys II soundtrack, Timberlake sings over a futuristic type [beat about a girl who doesn't seem to love him. This track seems like it [would be better suited on his Grammy-nominated album, LoveSex/Future- |Sounds but, besides the great production and vocals, I like this song because| I was made specifically for this soundtrack; the way soundtracks used to [be—new songs from artists, not throwaway tracks. If you like Justin Timber- llake post-N'Sync, then this is the track for you. "Come Enjoy the Gold Coast P Tanning Experience" Keep a heafthy g/ow all year around

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It would seem that the "discussion and education in only people who know about a global context." Most Hon- the Honors program are those ors classes are customized to who are actually in it. A little explore many disciplines. In sect within La Sierra Univer- addition to extra classes and sity, the program is made up projects, Honors students are of no more than seventy stu- required to go on an overseas dents and faculty, all com- trip during the summer before ing from various departments entering their third year in the across campus. program. But where are these students? Most of the time, the These students Honors students aren't even noticed by the rest of the student body until graduation. On hope to seechange that hot day in June, they get to wear a coaster-sized me- so that they will be dallion, and receive a wordier diploma. Most of the time, able to register in you can catch Honors students with their heads in their the spring. Some books as they strive to maintain their minimum 3.5 GPAs. On rare occasions, you might students claim that almost get run over by one as he or she darts to class. If you if the letter is not listen carefully, you can even hear their footsteps above the taken seriously, English Department in South Hall —the Honors dorm is lo- they will leave the cated on the second floor. program. There are only a few things that separate Honors Lately, however, Hon- students from the rest of the ors students have been con- student body. While most uni- cerned with the amount of versity students are taking out-of pocket money need- their required studies, Honors ed to pay for this mandatory students take university hon- trip. In past years, the trip ors classes geared towards has been divided into two sections: four units in spring ing the school year. In the quarter and four units in the eyes of the Honors program, adjacent summer quarter. Be- the amount has always been fore last school year, students around $5,000 to $6,000. paid for the trip using their tu- Only a few scholarships ac- ition money taken from spring tually count towards the trip. quarter, then used their per- And while units during the sonal funds during the sum- spring come at a higher cost, mer (around $2,300). This summer tuition is cheaper per year, students are paying a unit. fixed rate of roughly $5,600 dollars towards the trip. The In response to this an- idea to combine the two sec- nouncement given only a few tions was decided last year b weeks ago to students in the the Faculty Honors Counci program, a letter of urgent re- The Council's decision was peal of the division of tuition based on new fiscal rules set money for the trip was sent to for study tours that would al- the faculty on Monday, Febru- low more money to be allo- ary 28. cated directly to the trip. The Honors department This might sound ben- administration and student fi- eficial, but the majority of nancial services are currently students who plan on going working on resolving this is- on the trip this year are irate sue. If it's not resolved, all stu- about the high cost needed dents could be affected. For to attend the tour. In the eyes Honors students, the result of these Honors students, the could be bad. There would money given in what students be less people in the program call "unused" units during and more students with full- spring quarter makes a big time jobs and loans; a pic- difference given the restric- ture some could compare to ) tions already set on summer the expected higher tuition for tuition and study tours. Some university students next year. students are unable to use As for students outside of the scholarships and loans such program, it could be good; it as the California Grant, Na- would mean less competition tional Merit Award, and Pell for the top grades, and lower Grant, all of which could be risk of getting hit by a running included if some of the cost Honors student. were taken from tuition dur- All That JaZZ: SALSU Winter Banquet

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Biggest fear? Heights, the dark, & roller coasters Sweetest pleasures? Nutella & shopping

Favorite accessory? Sun Dresses Favorite dessert? Pizookie

Trend-proof advice? Keep jeans for every season. White Tee's never fail.

Favorite soda? Ginger Ale Fashion secret? Don't wear something your not comfortable in

Favorite website? Hautelook.com Favorite designer? Marc Jacobs

Best place to meet guys? At the gym Favorite food? Chicken Adobo

Dream vacation? Greece Boyfriend? Nope Dream job? Cardiologist

Favorite thing about LSU? My roommate and bathmates

Last words? If you don't risk anything you risk even more.

^m Fashion motto? Be sexy in cotton Favorite snack? Brie cheese and bread or Chex Mix

Fashion secret? Mix blacks and browns Favorite artists? Norah Jones & The Killers

Worst piece of clothing you've ever bought? Pleated Rider pants

Fashion advice? Mix comfort with sexy. Accessories can dumb down an outfit, they should be functional.

Favorite thing about LSU? I like being involved in our student community that loves to do good!

Spring fashion essentials? Lime green and pink Summer dresses! Tons of sweaters and a watch.

Favorite color? Green Favorite hangout? The library or Starbucks

Favorite online shop? Delias.com Favorite website? Postsecret.com

Last words? Be frugal in your relationships by investing in people.

22 Criterion Favorite website? Flightclubla.com Hobbies? Basketball, volleyball, & Black Ops (Ha!)

Last book you read? Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Favorite artist? Ne-yo

Who inspires your style? Yours truly Fashion secret? Never stick to one store or brand

What song inspires your style? Up, Up, And Away by Kid Cudi

Fashion idol? Don't have one. Whatever I like, I rock. Fashion regret? The Kobe ll's, LOL!

Favorite thing about LSU? The spirituality and community

Dream vacation? Globetrotting to see the Seven Wonders of the World

Favorite magazine? Slam Favorite holiday? Christmas

First thought waking up? Thank you God for another day, *hits snooze button*

Last words? All diem, every diem, CARPE DIEM . $ Jason Steele

Glasses by Ray Bar :; vtiX Shirt by Old Nav; tss

Favorite food? Gumbo Favorite store? Costco Favorite shoes? T-Mac5's What song do you compare to your style? Say What's Real by Drake

Fitteds or snap backs? Fitteds Biggest fear? Dying Favorite artist? J Cole

Hero? My Great Grandmother Favorite movie? Friday

What's the perfect date? Dinner and a movie. Whatever lends us time to get to know eachother.

Favorite website? Worldstarhiphop.com Dream job? Create and produce my own cartoons

Fashion advice? Men should not wear girl's jeans Pet peeve? Lying

Spring season necessity? A nice pair of basketball shorts Dream vacation? Italy

Favorite thing about LSU? The diversity of the students Best place to meet girls? The beach

Plans for Spring break? Chill with my boys and my girlfriend Fashion secret? Be yourself ■■■■■ I Let's Get Back To Eden

What does it mean to be a must be constantly disrupted so Christian? What does it mean to be that God is revealed to us in our a part of the Kingdom of Heaven? past, present, and future. Jesus preached about it, likening A mindset of service is one the Kingdom of Heaven to a mus- of the most practical approaches tard seed. On another occasion He in Christendom. Ministry is an im- explained it through the parable of portant aspect of the Christian life the talents. These narratives have (note that the language of service meaning today, as we live out our and ministry are the same). Min- lives as Christian believers. But istry is always present. To put it the supreme illustration of what the plainly, ministry and life are insepa- Kingdom of Heaven is truly about rable. is Christ himself. Three points illustrate what There is no dif- we currently describe as the char- acteristics of the Kingdom of Heav- ference between en—or at least as much as we can describe it within the boundaries life and spiritual- of our limited language. The first point is that the Kingdom of Heav- ity, for your life is en is a community, in which God intended for us to be a unified spiritual in nature. people—a people that He himself would be "dwelling with." The sec- Even in a social ond is that the Kingdom of Heaven is a mindset of service, or in more conversation, just familiar language, a mindset of servants (but not slaves). Picture it getting to know as a place where random acts of kindness are an everyday thing, someone is a and that being a helpful neighbor is the common thing to do. The ministry in itself, third point is the concept of growth, Afriend of mine made a very in which the Kingdom of Heaven important point when I brought up never stops growing. To grow, one the concept of a spiritual life to him.

L Criterion 25 He made it clear that there is no dif- Even though the point is to ference between life and spiritual- mingle, it is understandable that a ity, for your life is spiritual in nature. lot of people are introverts. It isn't Expanding on that notion, I would wrong to be introverted, nor is then say that even to be social is to it evil to be focused on your own be spiritual. What that means then daily responsibilities. Being intro- is that even in a social conversa- verted isn't a new concept. Even tion, just getting to know someone extroverts want to be alone some- is a ministry in itself. times. However, mingling isn't the Most Christians in a com- only aspect of service. The idea munity don't even interact with that there is only one way in which one another. In a campus setting, Christians can serve others is inad- those who aren't Christians often equate and flawed. Service deals don't feel as though they belong. with many different approaches. This is where the true purpose of Even Jesus pushed others be- service lies: first acknowledging yond their comfort zones in order those around us and then get- to serve. Therefore, I won't sug- ting to know them. This includes gest that to be suffering in an un- gestures as simple as a smile or comfortable situation is the correct a hello. Yet, it goes beyond that. mindset of serving, but rather that For in our busy lives, we don't at times when we are disrupted we even have time to actually get to open up for ministry. know a person that sits next to us There are so many other as- when we are waiting for our pizza pects of service that are revealed in the Eagle's Nest. Too much is to us as time goes on. People on our minds to even strike up a can serve others in many different conversation. Many would argue ways, such as service learning or that socializing isn't even a part of RASK@LS. But I would say that ministry. But at its heart, the act the most immediate need for ser- of socializing puts one in a situa- vice lies in the heart of every per- tion of getting to know the needs son that struggles with just being a of someone else. I would make it student, especially here at La Si- a point to suggest that mingling is erra University. not one of the tools, but rather the strongest tool for serving others. Game Over Daniel Grai In today's world, addic- 55 inches, game consoles such tions ranging from alcohol to drug as Playstation 3 and the Xbox plague society. Families are torn 360 with the newest released apart, jobs are lost, and addicted games, and the best PC gam- individuals end up wondering ing software around to house what exactly they turned into. the likes of World of Warcraft. An increasing concern is the fact Soon enough, I began to no- that new addictions are emerg- tice a trend. There was almost a ing at a substantial rate, one of complete absence of textbooks which includes video gaming. in these students' rooms, which Though gaming addictions seem led me to conclude the reason insignificant compared to other as to why there is a high rate major addictions, they do indeed of failure among freshman in exist, and people of all ages are pre-foundational mathematics. suffering the consequences. While the main objective of on- When thinking of compet- campus residents is to receive itive gamers, teenagers instant- proficient grades, and eventually come to mind. Game design- ly earn a degree, the large num- ers create games mostly for the ber of video games surrounding teenage audience, and though them makes that goal increas- people of all ages play video ingly difficult to reach. games, those of which with the Federal Communications highest rates of addiction range Commissioner Deborah Taylor from the ages of eight to eigh- Tate shocked the world when teen. she announced that one of the The sights and sounds top reasons for college dropouts that I beheld were unbelievable. in the U.S. is an online gaming In a hall of doors both open and addiction. This statement may closed, I could hear the shrap- seem farfetched at first, but af- nel exploding from a fierce ter taking a stroll in the men's battle site in the popular video residential dorm at La Sierra, I game Call of Duty: Black Ops. quickly concluded that Commis- To add to the insanity, I saw tele- sioner Tate knew what she was visions with screens as big as talking about.

Criterion 27 Naturally, a game design- ending simulated world without ers goal is to make consumers the pressures of reality. By cus- "addicted" to their product (in tomizing and creating a char- the sense that they want them acter exactly as one wishes, coming back for more), and by an emotional tie is created be- allowing the gamer to achieve tween gamer and creation and small accomplishments in the a rift between reality and imagi- virtual world, they are given the nary is formed. belief that they can achieve the Despite their ages, ad- next high score and ultimately dicted gamers experience very beat the game. Role playing similar symptoms. Individuals games (known as Massive Mul- who suffer from gaming addic- tiplayer Online Role-Playing tions constantly speak about Games) such as Everquest, and their games, neglect other ar- World of Warcraft have the larg- eas of life, and lack any control. est effect on gamers because They also lose track of immense it allows them to live in a never amounts of time, spend large ms of money, and get defen- those hours exceed reasonable /e whenever confronted (Vid- amounts. These gray area gam- o Game Addiction). Although ers can even be thought of a uch evidence links mental ill- "functional addicts" in that the ad- ess to gaming addictions, some diction exists, but they are able to still wonder, if it truly exists, and properly operate in society with- where the line is drawn between out neglecting significant respon- innocent fun, and addiction. sibilities. White, black, or gray, Freshmen Kevin Napitupulu ada- gaming exists in some instances, mantly insists that long hours of and it is here to stay. gaming show passion, diligence, As can be concluded, excessive and work ethic furthering that a gaming by any standards has an video game addiction exists only effect on the gamer as well as if the individual neglects all re- his/her loved one's. Those ad- sponsibilities. Sophomore Mo- dicted to gaming end up sever- nique Alexandria however argues ing ties with their family, friends, that gaming causes individuals to and eventually with the world. It leave reality, and that any neglect is not uncommon to hear stories in responsibility characterizes an of teens committing suicide be- addiction. cause of a game, but whether or It is evident that there is not a not having an addiction to gam- fine line between addiction and ing links to violence among teens fun, because like other contro- is another dispute that has yet to versial topics, it is not only black be resolved. There are multiple and white, there is a gray area. reasons as to why excessive The black area consists of obvi- gaming or having a gaming ad- ous signs of an addiction pertain- diction is harmful, but like any ad- ing to hygiene as well as aches. diction, one must admit to having The white area is a total lack of a problem. Only then can steps gaming, or a very small amount be made, to correct any damag- of it. In terms of the gray area, es done by that controller sitting individuals may be intense gam- next to you. ers with a complete control over the amount of hours they spend in front of the screen, even if

_ When The Fog Sets In

When the fog sets in, the road through Lost Hills turns from an idyllic countryside drive to an ominous highway, deserted and grim. With wet air clinging desperately to the windows of my car, loathe to be rubbed away by fluttering windshield wipers, I silently focus on the lane ahead. It is dark still. The sun lies behind the emerald knolls of Lost Hills, behind the cow-munched turf of forlorn land owned by invisible farmers I will never see. There are other cars on the road, even at the early hours before dawn, but a hushed solitude encompasses me.

"Mommy." Jack is awake. He rolls over to face the front. Looks at me in the rear view mirror from his blanket-fort and smiles a toothless grin that reveals the gap of two recently pawned teeth currently in the possession of me, the tooth fairy of 1325 Alta Vista Lane.

"Are we almost to the McDonalds, Mommy? I've got to go pee," Jack says diplomati- cally as he sits up and rubs the sleep from his eyes.

"No." My answer is short. I am concentrating. The murky cloud of atmosphere between my car and the semi-truck in front of me thickens and pulses, as I swerve slowly toward the middle of the road, across the broken yellow lines, in order to see around the rig. I want to pass it and continue moving forward, but the fog unnerves me, and I do not have the confidence to attempt a blind advance around such a large vehicle. Others in front and behind me continue to make the trek around slower cars, but the well-being of my child prevents me from taking unnecessary risks. Vexed, I trudge along at fifty-five, with only a single car's length between me and the semi.

"Mommy, I have to go to the bathroom." Jack wriggles in his footed, yellow Sponge- Bob pajamas, holding himself at the crotch. "I heard you, Jack-o," I say, peering over the steering wheel into the dense haze ahead. "So, can we stop?" I do not answer. Instead, I slowly veer across the lane again. Oncoming headlights cause me to swing back onto my side of the road and I sigh, frustrated. "Mommy, I can't hold it another minute."

"Jack!" I turn to look over my shoulder at him, a brief glance that lasts only a moment too long. The truck driver in front of me has slammed on his brakes, and suddenly there is an eighteen-wheeler on a two-lane highway, lying on it's side. I don't have time to react. In slow motion, my four-door Jetta, voted best in it's class for safety standards in 2010 by Car and Driver Magazine, smashes into the rear end of the big rig. Jack screams and I can only think of the fact that my glasses have slipped from my face and I will not be able to see to finish the drive home. - - 4 '

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