California State University, San Bernardino CSUSB ScholarWorks Coyote Chronicle (1984-) Arthur E. Nelson University Archives 5-1-1996 May 1st 1996 CSUSB Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle Recommended Citation CSUSB, "May 1st 1996" (1996). Coyote Chronicle (1984-). 384. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle/384 This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Arthur E. Nelson University Archives at CSUSB ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Coyote Chronicle (1984-) by an authorized administrator of CSUSB ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Campus cops foil potential bookstore robbery, felons now behind bars... pagg 5 The Covntp Ot RONICLE Volume 30 Issue 12 California State University, San Bernardino May 1,1996 Unofficial AS! Election Results President: Shannon Stratton Controller Pedro Gaberogllo USfl Olympians Vice President: John Futch Member at Large: Ose Amandon Board of DIrfintnr.*; Social and Behavlorial Sciences....Marcie Balderas Special and Dual Majors Donovan Rinker Set to Play at School of Humanities Heather Hoylund The results of the ASI electrons are not official until any possible violations are investigated and either confirmed or denied. Although TRACS was made available for students to vote this year, there was an even lower Coussouiis. see page 13 than usual voter turnout. Look for more on the ASI elections next issue! President Evans to Decide Fate of Budget By Mary Alice Lett far short of what is actually needed. Coyote Chronicle Staff Writer ' "Currently we are projecting a budget baseline deficit of $1.3 million dollars The day of doom is coming for the for next year," stated Bill Takehara, critical needs which have been presented Associate Vice Iresident for Financial to the budget committee by the five Operation. divisions of the university. On May 7, a Hie proposal before the Strategic list will be finalized, suggesting which Planning committee is to resolve the needs should receive portions of ap­ deficit over the next two years. proximately $400,000 available to pay At this time, committee members are for $2.1 million worth of new and im­ ranking the 61 items on the list of critical portant items. needs to be During the presented to 1980s, the Cal "Currently, we are President State system Evans. was funded by projecting a budget When com­ budget formu­ pleted, the las calculated baseline deficit of $1.3 list will be according to million dollars..." drastically campus dimen­ — shortened. sions and student populations. Cur­ Accordingly, some needs will not be rently, individual divisions of each Cal funded and this is the frustration of State university draft their own budgets campus officials everywhere. and submit them to their respective ad­ The last budget meeting will be on ministrations. Tuesday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Although the total amount of in the Sycamore Room, located in the funds available this year to CSUSB is Lower Commons. Those interested are by Scott Wachtar, CourtMy of USA VoSoyboN higher than last year, salaries and costs encouraged to attend. There will be a Tara Cross-Battle (seen above) and teammates to come to CSUSB to play have increased. This means that the discussion on the rankings, and a final China in a countdown series game on July 20 in the Coussouiis Arena. total amount of funds available will fall list will be compiled. Roving Reporter Page 2 The Coyote Chronicle May 1,1996 (3I]^5NICLE Fare thee Well, Laissez Faire Coyote Chronicle Staff just themselves on $4.25 an hour. amazing how many people think it University Hall, room 037 This is very difficult, and one can is the responsibility of the govem- 5500 University Parkway Once again, the minimum wage see why these people feel that they ment to guarantee them a good San Bernardino, CA 92407 is under fire. The White House is should be paid more. paying job. (909) 880-5000, ext. 3940 (newsroom) currently proposing that every job However, the government can The current rate of $4.25 is a (909) 880-5931 (business office) in America is worth at least $5.15. not be expected to determine an minimum, not a maximum. We The argument for an increase in FAX (909) 880-7009 individuals worth. Our country must look to ourselves, not our the minimum wage understand­ has grown in to the gre^ nation it govOTunent, for financial support Contributing Writers and Staff : Mary able. There are people who are is today primarily due to the lack of The following opinions were Alice Loit, Margaret Gholston, Sherwin trying to support families or even government intervention. It is expressed by students: Smith, Jared Schultzman, Diane Williams, Kristen DeCicco How do you feel about the proposed increase in minimum wage? EXECUTIVE EDITOR Christopher Hoback GRAPHICS EDITOR Heather D. Deogracia MANAGING EDITOR Jason Armstrong COPYEDITOR Michelle Dominguez A&E EDITOR Eric Haarala ADVERTISING MANAGER Audra D. Alexander FACULTY ADVISOR Robin Larsen BUSINESS MANAGER Cathy Miller The Coyote Chronicle {The Chronicle) is published on alternate Wednes­ days during the academic session by the Department of Communication Studies, California Stale University, San Bernardino. The opinions expressed in The Chronicle are those of the student writers and editors, and do not reflect the views of the university, its administration or faculty, or any other person or institution unless expressly noted. Kymberli Dustman Jose Carmone The appearance of any advertisement in The Chronicle does not Lourdes Carmona constitute an endorsement by the newspaper of the goods and services Senior, advertised. TheChronicfereservestherighttorejectanyadveriisement Sophomore, Junior ^t deems inappropriate. Physical Education Economics Psych., Human Dev. "I feel that an increase in "I think it's about time to "The prices are increasing T-a P E o minimum wage would be (raise the minimum wage). on practically everything you beneficial to the economy It's been needed for a long buy, yet they keep the mini­ because people would time. Now it's time for an mum wage really low. It's have more money to increase." about time they increased the SITYOFVA spend." minimum wage." COLLEGE OF lAW Law School Information Seminar & Sample Law Class VICTORVILLE Thursday, March 7,1996, 6-7 p.m., UoUday Inn, 15494 Palmdale Road RIVERSIDE John Hamilton Andrei Nabakowski Thursday, March 14,1996, 6-7 p.m., Senior, Senior, Uiy Pmfessiomd Center, 1189 Iowa Ave. Physics Chemistry lA VERNE "I think it's a bad idea... Thursday, March 21,1996, 6-7 p.m., "I'm totally against it. The La Verne Campus, La Fetra Hall, 1950 3rd Street Why should the government free market allows the sell­ have a say in (the amount of) ing of people's labor skills at minimum wage? How are a going rate, and if you don't FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: (people) with entiy-level jobs deserve $4.25 or $5... or (909)596-1848 going to handle it when they whatever arbitrary (amount) get laid off and owners have the government sets, you APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED two choices: cutback hours shouldn't be paid that.... there FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE or raise prices? The consumer are people out there (whose isn't going to pay higher jobs) aren't even worth Law Pro|ram accredited by the California Committee of Bar Examiners and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges prices, so they'll be forced to $4.25." work harder for the same amount of money." The Coyote Chronicle Page 3 Career Opportunities Fair Proves to be Successful, Promising By Kristen DeClcco by learning which companies are or would encourage them to be e- job opportunities. offered this year by the Career Development Center. The next Co^^ote^hnnicje^taf^^ hiring, what their expectations are mailed, mailed or faxed directly to "Recruiting really worics," ac­ and which specific positions are the company. cording to student John Lynn, now job opportunities fair is scheduled Over 76 onployers gathered available. John Diebold, Area Rental Man­ an employee at Northwestern Mu­ for fall quarter of next year. Con­ from the counties of Orange, San Keren Gill, a Junior at CSUSB, ager from Enterprise Rent A Car tual Life. tact the Career Development Cen­ Bernardino, Riverside, and Los An­ attended the fair to seek out oppor­ said, "If we found 20 people we The 1996 Career Opportunities ter at (909) 880-5250, or visit their geles. tunities in the field of Public Rela­ liked, we'd hire them today." He Fair held April 17 was one of three office in University Hall, room 329. Large and ^all corporations tions. "I graduate in a year so I also noted internships are avail­ employment opportunity expos and companies, government de­ thought fd get an idea now what able during the summer. partments and agencies, business they're looking for." Companies such as Franklin Life "Drive-by Justice? Race & The indusUies, and temporary agencies Another Cal State student, Insurance and Norwest Financial joined together for the exposure of Cynthia Johns said the fair helped recruited by setting up seminars Law" to be Discussed the interested career seeker. her find out about the different for interested individuals follow­ The fair opened their doors to jobs and services available. "Cur- ing the fair. Interviews and tours "Drive-by Justice? Race & Javier Rodriguez, a writer and students, alumni and the general The Law" is the topic of a panel community activist; and public reaching an attendance over "If we found 20 people discussion to be held May 8 at Leonard Ross, a sergeant from 1,450. The successful turn-outwas Cal State, San Bernardino. the Los Angeles Police Depart­ a result of extensive advertising Organized by the university's ment.