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REGIS UNIVERSITY e a biweekly publication 1 ~- a Serving the Regis community since 1888 Volume 92, Issue 9 Tuesday March 2, 2010 The Washington D. C. experience BY AMBERAlARJO There have been few decisions in my short life so far that have caused me stop and really think twice ... and a third time, and a fourth time, and maybe a few times after that. Coming to Washington D.C. was perhaps one of the hardest decisions I have made. I had a lot to think about, and a lot of planning to do in a very short amount of time. What made my situation so diffi­ cult was the lack of time I had allotted to make a decision. I applied for the Washington Center Program, got accepted and ultimately made all my arrangements within a few short months in the fall 2009 semester. Now, in the spring 2010 semester, I am writing to all of you back home from our nation's capital. However, I would advise anyone looking to get an Academic Internship, or go abroad, to take some time and plan ahead. Go in a semester ahead of time, or over the summer and explore the options. Really take the time to exam­ ine the course list, apply for scholar­ ships and research the program. That Ranger Women's basketball team Page 6 is something I can say whole heartedly PHOTO BY Brett Stakelin that I wish I would have done. By no meansdolregretmydecisiontocome RUSGA ELECTIONS TO TAKE PLACE THIS WEEK toD.C.. BY CIARA GALLAGHER Blessing. "All of you should know what of students know who their RUSGA Continued Page 3 we are doing, where your money is representatives are, what they are Every spring, all Regis University being spent and why, and what rights doing, and ways for everyone to get students have the opportunity to vote you're entitled to as a student. In addi­ :involved." for student government representa­ tion to running an excellent, hard The election process started with tives, as well as important referenda speeches given by the candidates two questions. Regis University Student days before the official elections are Government Association (RUSGA) is a slated to begin. The speeches given by service run by and for students; there­ all candidates took place Monday, fore, student participation is essential March 1 at 5:00 PM in the cafeteria. for its success. This year things are a Will Gohl, current President of bit different, the elections are featuring RUSGA, also gave a very brief State of three individuals all running uncon­ the School address. tested. Gus Maxwell and Jenni Webb­ The elections will be held this Shearston are on a ticket together for Wednesday and Thursday, March 3 President and Vice President while and 4. They will be hosted via the Brandon Blessing is running for Chief Internet on RUConnect, a new stu­ Justice. dent-run website that can be accessed "As a student government, we can Gus Maxwell through InSite. All students will do a better job ofletting students know PHOTO BY Ciara Gallager receive an email with a link to the about their rights. We can be much working student Judicial Board, I RUConnect election page. Interns in Washington D.C. more transparent and accountable to promise to work closely and diligently PHOTO BY Soo Ji Kim students than we currently are," said with Gus and Jenni to make sure 100% See candidate profiles Page 3 FEATURE PERSPECTIVES ARTS & CULTURE SPORTS Best Locations for Spring Break TacklingTerror: Critical? Movie Review: Shutter Island Women's Basketball Profile Luke Curtis shares some of the best Jimmy Sengenberger discusses the War Luke Curtis offers a review of a non­ Katie King profiles an extraordinary vacation spots for students on spring on Terror and his views on the impor­ Valentine's Day movie. Page 5 season of one Women's Basketball break Page 2 tance of keeping terrorism in mind. freshman, Tae'lor Purdy. Page 6 Page 4 Thief In Time: Is it worth the read? Michael DeGregori will tell you if you The End ofTwo Seasons Letter to the Editor from ResLife should read this well-known book. Catch the highlights of the final games Marie Humphrey, Director of Residence Page 5 of both Men's and Women's Basketball Life, responds to recent criticism over seasons. Page 6 the 2010-2011 housing sign-up process. Miss Know It All Gives You Advice Page4 The horoscopes are back with a new fortune teller. Page 5 2-TUESDAY MARCH 2, 2010 FEATURE The best spring break locations this year The BY LUKE CURTIS idly. With the added stress of action plan I do not mean 9 days worth midterms over the next week, spring of partying and chatroulette. With only one week left, Spring break is presenting itself more and Hopefully I can help you structure Highlander Break 2010 is rapidly approaching. more like an oasis in a desert of busy­ your spring break by listing a few of the From the looks of students around work. most popular destinations this year. campus, it seems it can't come soon With that in mind, it's important Whatever you end up doing, make sure enough either. It's obvious that the to make the most of spring break. One to really cherish these much earned semester is starting to drag, and I'm week can literally fly by if you don't days off from a strenuous academic sure the resolve of many is fading rap- have some sort of action plan-and by schedule. You deserve it! Caba San Lucas If you're like me and want to go Medano beach and proceed to go snor­ for a bit, the clubs in Caho open up somewhere with some nice weather, keling in the Sea of Cortez in the after­ until the early morning hours. I'd suggest checking out Caho San noon. Caho even offers zip lines across Infamous bars like Caho Wabo and El Lucas. Located on the southern tip of their canyons for you adrenaline Squid Roe are hotspots that never dis­ the Baja California peninsula, Caho junkies. appoint with high profile bands, offers beautiful beaches, loads of activ­ While horseback riding and para­ celebrities and dancing all night long. ities, great fishing and an unbelievable sailing do sound like fun, Caho pulls So whether you want to escape for night life. Especially during these win­ out all the stops at night. They offer some time at the beach or you're ready ter months, whale watching is at its sunset cruises around the peninsula to party throughout the night, Caho is peak off the coast. During the mid­ with breathtaking views and most your destination for a good time! Editor-In-Chief morning you can relax on the main El importantly... open bar. After cruising Jimmy Sengenberger Colorado Ski Resorts If you're looking to have some fun skis or snowboards, get a lift ticket and sure to dress correctly. Also, be pre­ on spring break but aren't interested in enjoy some qµality time with yourself pared to spend a decent chunk of Associate Editor traveling far from Denver, head on up and the mountain. money if you do not already have ski­ Emily Sloan to one of the many ski resorts in the Also, make sure to bring the cor­ ing gear or a lift ticket. Tickets run mountains. Thankfully, Regis isn't too rect clothing! I'm talking about a big around $60-100 dollars for a full-day far from a cluster of ski resorts to the jacket, waterproof pants, heavy pass depending on where you go, and News Editor West. Within an hour or two, depend­ socks... the whole get-up. I made the rental gear is around $40 for a full day. ing on traffic, you can make it to oh-so-unwise choice of wearing jeans But most importantly, enjoy yourself! Corey Holton Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, to A-Basin once. I got to enjoy about Skiing offers some great views of the Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, ten minutes of skiing before I found Rocky Mountains and with friends or Winter Park, Beaver Creek and even myself sipping on a $15 cup of hot relatives in tow you can really have a Photography Editor Vail. In case you haven't been up to the chocolate halfway up the mountain fun-filled few days hitting the slopes. Brett Stakelin mountains to ski or snowboard before, trying to fend off hypothermia and a it's not too complicated. Drive up, rent mild depression. All jokes aside, make Staff Reporters Brittany Boland Ben Closson Luke Curtis Michael DeGregori Erika Guynn Audrey Keenan Katie King Kaitlin Maestas Elizabeth Sloan Emily Sloan Las Vegas Photographer If anyone needs an explanation of massive entertainment.