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Building from the ground up Futuristic honors dorms taking shape

By Bethany Barnes Arizona Summer Wildcat When students return to classes in the fall, they can expect to see progress on the Sixth Street residence halls and reopened driving lanes.

Currently, Sixth Street and Euclid Avenue are blocked but will be reopened in time for the fall semester.

“They will be pulling the fences in and be getting back into their own areas by the 13th,” said Melissa Dryden, senior program coordinator for planning, design and construction.

By the fall 2011 semester, the Sixth Street residence halls will open.

The Tyndall Avenue and Sixth Street residence hall will be a new dorm for honors students. Yuma will also continue to be an honors dorm, but Yavapai and Posada San Pedro will no longer be honors dorms.

Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and University Housing Jim Van Arsdel has seen residence halls La Paz, Pima the Highland Halls, and graduate student apartments La Aldea, come to fruition.

“It’s always a really fun process to do,”Van Arsdel said.

Gordon Bates/Arizona Summer Wildcat The new halls will be a collection of several buildings in order to create a more intimate Having begun its construction in early 2009, the new student housing complex on Sixth Street and Tyndall Avenue is taking clear form and is making way toward its scheduled setting for students and a less jarring pres- completion time in the Fall 2011 semester. The Tyndall hall will join Yuma as an honors dorm and will have room for more than 700 students. ence for the local landscape. building to building, study and look outside.

The new residence halls are designed to dence halls are based out of Denver, Colo., “The idea is the buildings kind of step up Designed with sustainability in mind, the draw students out of their rooms and invite and have worked on the Highland Halls, the from Sixth (Street),”Van Arsdel said. buildings will have hot water panels on the them into a social setting.

Department of Aerospace and Mechanical The new residence halls will also use court- roof and outlets that turn off when no one is “With freshmen, it’s all about building rela- Engineering building and the Environment yards and bridges between buildings. in the room. tionships and communities,”Van Arsdel said. and Natural Resources building.

The Tyndall residence hall will have glass “The basic design of the building has “We all respond to architecture in pretty preA unique feature the architects devised for study rooms and a “study bridge” with glass kind of been an amenity (in and) of itself,” dictable ways.” the Tyndall building is its entrance. windows that will allow students to walk from Van Arsdel said.

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Infant language research tackles nature, nurture

By Julia Etters Arizona Summer Wildcat

UA professor of psychology and linguistics LouAnn Gerken was recently awarded a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to research how babies acquire language.

Gerken’s research will examine a hybrid of two existing theories, commonly known as the nature versus nurture debate. These opposing theories argue whether babies learn more by absorbing information from their environments or as a result of their instinctive abilities to learn.

Gerken has had an infant laboratory since about 1995.

“The most interesting thing about infants, especially in the early months, is that they seem so helpless and incapable of doing much. So when we see how quickly they are able to take in information about the world and make sense of that information, it’s endlessly surprising,” Gerken said.

Gerken said that in recent infant studies, babies have been

given examples of language concepts in two different ways.

One method includes repetitions of a smaller number of examples, while the other way gives several examples, but without any repetition. One study found that babies needed three examples to learn a linguistic concept.

Gerken’s research will experiment with giving infants more than three examples of a concept. She said this new dimension will help confirm whether or not increasing the number of examples helps babies or hinders them.

She hopes to find that babies learn better with fewer examples.

“I have some hints from earlier work that this is happening.

The result I’m hoping for is not predicted by most computer learning models, and so the rest of the project will entail narrowing down why babies learn better from fewer examples,” Gerken said.

Psychology senior Brooke White finds the project interesting and relevant. After taking a linguistics course, White learned that parents correcting their children’s words

did not contribute much to their development.

“If babies only learned off of what their parents told them, they’d have a very limited vocabulary. You learn more with trial and error. You don’t learn by following others,” White said.

Along with the hybrid theory, White agrees that both nature and nurture elements are required for learning, but emphasized that nature characteristics are more important.

Psychology junior Andrew Hiemstra feels that the combination of the two theories is commonly accepted.

“Some people will disagree with that, but pretty much everyone in psychology agrees that it’s down the middle somewhere,” Hiemstra said.

Gerken remains enthusiastic about the hybrid theory and her studies.

“I think the theory accounts for the fact that humans are very strongly affected by their environment in a way that nativist (nature) theories do not, but it LEARNING, page 2

UA to develop camera to study Mars' atmosphere

By Will Ferguson Arizona Summer Wildcat

The ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter, scheduled to launch in 2016, will be the first cooperative venture between NASA and the European Space Agency to explore the atmosphere of the Red Planet.

The UA’s Lunar and Planetary Laboratory was recently awarded a $30 million contract by NASA to build the orbiter’s state-of-the-art imaging device. A stereo camera called the High Resolution Stereo Color Imager, or HiSCI, will help the international team locate and map the source of trace gasses present in the Martian atmosphere.

“The most important trace gas present in the Martian atmosphere is methane,” said Shane Byrne, assistant professor at the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory and deputy principal investigator on the HiSCI project.

“We have had some detections of methane over the last few years but

the instruments we were looking with weren’t trying to detect that.

Now we are going to go back and find out where all this methane is coming from.”

Alfred McEwen, a professor of planetary science at the UA who leads the HiSCI project, said the methane present in Mars’ atmosphere could be coming from volcanic activity or possibly even from life on the surface of Mars.

“There are a lot of (hypotheses) out there. We really don’t know, it is a first-order mystery,” McEwen said.

“One possibility is that it is related to life on Mars.”

In many ways, the UA team will be following up on the work of HiSCI’s predecessor, the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment, or HiRISE, that is currently orbiting Mars.

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how much methane there is, what particular parts of the planet it is coming from, and that is where the camera will become particularly useful,” Byrne said.

HiSCI will have the capability to document the surface of Mars with greater clarity, due to its ability to process color up to five times more efficiently than HiRISE as well as its ability to produce three-dimensional images.

“We will take a picture of a target as we are approaching it and then as we are receding from the target we look back and take another picture,” Byrne said. “So those two pictures taken from different angles, just like your eyes, will get a three-dimensional perspective and you can figure out what the shape of the surface is.”

NASA and the ESA will split the costs

of the mission in order to reduce overhead costs and streamline their research efforts.

“ESA is now in partnership with NASA with future Mars missions. This is the first joint missions where ESA is building the spacecraft, NASA is launching it, and it is using a combination of European and U.S. scientists to build the instruments,” McEwen said.

Byrne said the HiSCI camera will start to collect data in 2017 and continue to document the source of trace gasses for two Earth years.

However, the HiSCI camera will almost certainly remain in action for many years after the official mission is completed, he added.

“It’s never the end, but it really depends on what we find there,” Byrne said.

“We have this very tantalizing initial observation of methane and the really nice

thing would be, with this mission, to find out the details of where it is coming from and then in some future mission go there to the surface with a Lander.”

Byrne added that one of the greatest advantages in studying interactions between the atmosphere and surface of Mars will be our ability to apply the research to the study of our own planet.

“On the Earth, everything is so complicated because of vegetation, oceans and life.

On Mars you have this elegantly simple case where you have no oceans and no people and there is no vegetation,” Byrne said.

“If we can understand how the climate and surface of Mars interact, then we can better understand our environment on Earth as well.”

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Babies' stimuli must be learnable, not boring continued from page 1 also accounts for the fact that humans learn much more quickly (from just a few examples and using logic) in a way that associative learning (nurture) theories do not,” Gerken said.

In Gerken’s research, she looks to three possible positive outcomes.

“One is we can better design learning environments for babies, especially those we might consider to be at risk for language and other cognitive deficits. The second is that the results I’ve found with babies also have a parallel with adults, who were studied by another group of researchers at MIT. It seems that we’re all looking at a potentially basic principle about learning, which we might use to improve classroom presentation of material as well. Third, the research might allow us to create artificial learning systems that are more like humans and therefore more useful and flexible for a variety of tasks,” Gerken said.

Gerken expects to be on the brink of finding her answers when the grant ends in three years.

Involving the right amount of difficulty in her experiments is one of Gerken’s challenges.

“The stimuli have to have a pattern that’s learnable, but not boring,” Gerken said.

Gerken feels that the research will potentially reveal something about the flexibility of human thinking and what types of environments will promote certain ways of thinking and acting.

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Immigration issue boosts Brewer in Arizona race

PHOENIX — As the year began, Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer faced a competitive field of fellow Republicans who wanted her job, with some GOP critics sensing she was particularly vulnerable as she sought voter approval of a sales tax increase she’d proposed to shore up the state budget.

All of that began to change in April, when she signed a tough new state law cracking down on illegal immigrants, which soon put Arizona at the heart of a rabid national debate on immigration.

Now, with Arizona’s Aug. 24 GOP primary just two weeks away, not only she is riding high, but she can confidently boast of an enviable reputation among conservatives across the country.

“She essentially flipped the whole election,” said Matthew Jette, the only candidate still actively campaigning against Brewer.“She was pretty much dead last, except if you count me.”

All of the prominent challengers have either withdrawn or stopped actively campaigning. And while early polling had put Brewer 20 points below the presumptive Democratic nominee, Attorney General Terry Goddard, recent polling had her leading him by that much.

And Republican candidates in other states have been welcoming her endorsements.

Brewer“has become an inspiration to conservatives and represents the new kind of leadership we need across the country,”said Georgia gubernatorial candidate Karen Handel.

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An assistant professor at the UA said that use of methamphetamines, above, has decreased in the U.S. because of structured regulation.

Research on borders and drugs expands policy landscape

By Jazmine Woodberry Arizona Summer Wildcat

Assistant professor James Cunningham of Family and Community Medicine has set himself apart from the average UA researcher by having two three-year pioneering research studies published almost simultaneously in Addiction, the top journal of his field.

Cunningham, a social psychologist, drug researcher and father, started his study with drugs, specifically methamphetamine, in the early 1990s with a research grant.

After two pioneering studies about hospital releases and arrest records related to methamphetamine, Cunningham had started to prove what a 2000 National Drug Enforcement Agency report said was impossible; he, along with others, proved that drug legislation could in fact affect the consumption of a drug — in this case, meth.

“Back then it was a radical notion,” said Cunningham of his research.

Methamphetamine, or meth, is a drug based off the consolidation of pseudoephedrine and ephedrine, which are found commonly in sinus and cold medication. Meth use was on the rise in the 1980s and part of the ‘90s, but over the past 15 years, some of the drug’s negative effects — such as rehab admissions or arrests related to its use — have actually decreased, according to Cunningham’s research.

Cunningham attributes this drop to

structured regulation throughout the drug system of North America, which includes the production, exportation and consumption of drugs throughout Mexico, Canada and the United States.

With research like Cunningham’s, organizations like the Arizona Meth Project have sound enough footing to pursue their goals of continued reduction of meth use.

On the Arizona Meth Project’s website, Janet Napolitano, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, notes that “Arizona faces a methamphetamine crisis. … Although we have made positive strides, methamphetamine remains a grave problem.”

The regulations on meth have already lowered the purity of the drug, a mark of both this study and his other, about purity and proximity to the border.

“It’s not about locking up users or repercussions for criminal activity,” Cunningham said. “It’s agreements between governments and companies.”

Cunningham notes that more than meth, cocaine continues to plague Tucson, and relates that problem to Tucson’s proximity to the state of Sonora, Mexico, which produces cocaine.

The same trend follows the demand for meth in San Diego, and its corresponding Mexican state across the border, Baja California. The same goes with southern New Mexico’s demand for heroin and its growing prevalence in its mirrored Mexican state, Chihuahua.

“Success builds on success,” noted Cunningham of the proof of the study.

Despite the fact that methamphetamine purity has gone down due to regulation,

heroin and cocaine do not show the same downtrend, signaling to Cunningham that a lot more research must be done to show how policy cannot just save money or keep less people in jail, but help the community as a whole.

“Structural prevention doesn’t target the user, it targets the environment in which the user exists,” said Cunningham of what he feels is one of the most effective ways to affect change in drug use. Structural prevention is the method used to regulate alcohol consumption and sale to minors, as well as tobacco use through taxation and regulation of advertisements.

“Control of the chemical (used to make each drug) and research on how policy can be evaluated can reduce supply of some of the most dangerous drugs in the world,” Cunningham said.“In the absence of data, people aren’t going to be very open.”

He notes that increased cooperation with China and India would help cut the bulk supply of some of the ingredients of these harmful drugs.

Although Cunningham remained excited about his various publications in Addiction, he will not be resting on his laurels.

Despite the continued funding from Fulbright grants, which allowed these two studies to be completed, Cunningham continues to apply for more money and more opportunities to dispel drug myths, and hopefully reverse illicit drug use.

“It may seem pie in the sky,” Cunningham said.“But (this research) has powerful impacts on the public health of our community.”

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caps nearly three decades as an elected official in Arizona, in which she represented western Phoenix suburbs in the state Legislature for 14 years.

Signing the immigration law on April 23 was a huge moment for Brewer politically, said Richard Herrera, an Arizona State University associate professor of political science.

It distracted attention from the tax increase while “promoting herself as tough on immigration and putting her in line with the point of view of primary voters in the Republican Party, trumping the other contenders for conservativeness,” Herrera said. “She and her campaign staff played it absolutely perfectly.”

Brewer’s political path in her home state eased considerably when millionaire businessman Buz Mills in mid-July suspended his campaign — a campaign on which he’d already lavished at least $3 million of his own money, mainly for slick television commercials.

The problem, Mills said, was that the immigration law “has regrettably taken the focus off of job creation and fixing the state budget” — the concerns that drew Mills into the race last spring.

Mills’move came just days after State Treasurer Dean Martin suspended his campaign. Martin later formally withdrew from the race but too late to keep his name off the ballot. Former state Republican Party Chairman John Munger stepped out of the race in June. Former Paradise Valley Mayor Vernon Parker left earlier. The departures left only Jette, a former pharmaceuticals salesman and part-time collage instructor.

A self-described moderate, Jette says the immigration law is“hostile and divisive.”He grudgingly supported the sales tax increase approved by voters in a May 18 special election but said Brewer hasn’t adequately protected health care, education and other services from budget cuts.

Aside from the tax increase, Brewer has posted a reliably conservative record.

As governor, Brewer froze state regulatory rules and signed bills to put new restrictions on abortion and allow Arizonans to carry concealed weapons without a state permit.

In the governor’s race,she’s already set her targets on Goddard even before formally winning her party’s nomination.

Voters, Brewer said, have clear choices “between the advocates of bigger government, uncontrolled spending and unaccountable education policies and those of us committed to smaller government, job creation, fiscal discipline, and quality education.”

Goddard lashed back at Brewer when a federal judge on July 29 blocked implementation of big parts of the immigration law, ruling that it likely would fall to the federal government’s constitutional challenge.

“Jan Brewer played politics with immigration, and she lost,” Goddard said.“Rather than providing the leadership Arizona needs to solve the immigration problem, Jan Brewer signed a bill she could not defend in court which has led to boycotts, jeopardized our tourism industry and polarized our state.”

On immigration and border security, Goddard cites his office’s work against smuggling cartels and calls for increased federal action against those who transport drugs and people north across the U.S.-Mexico border and money and drugs south.

“Goddard still has a problem so long as the law is the defining campaign issue,”Herrera said.

Goddard needs to switch the campaign’s focus to the state’s still struggling economy and its continued budget troubles, but Brewer can hope that illegal immigration serves as a surrogate issue for many voters’general dissatisfaction. Herrera said.

“That can resonate with voters who are looking for some sort of answer,”he said.

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Life off the grid has its benefits

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he Internet is making me shallow, vain and a little bit mean.

Maybe it’s a cop-out to blame my character flaws on the World Wide Web, but I really think it’s true. The Internet is making me a worse person than I have the potential to be.

The value of the Internet has been studied and touted endlessly: instant, universal access to any and all information; something books and universities were never able to provide; plus entertainment beyond even the most avid television lover’s wildest dreams. All that, and the ability to add to it and interact with it, makes the Internet yours through sites like YouTube, Facebook and Wikipedia.

Recently, however, some researchers have begun pointing to the fact that all that access, access, access isn’t great for our brains.

Nicholas Carr, author of the 2008 Atlantic article“Is Google making us stupid?” which he has since expanded into a book, postulates that browsHeather Price-Wright ing the Web, especially when we Opinions columnist jump endlessly from link to link, has stunted our attention spans and begun to eat away at our ability to engage deeply with texts. We are consumers of entertainment and information, but our ability to sink into and meditate on what we read and learn is rapidly vanishing.

Think about it — don’t we all browse Facebook while we read a book (providing, of course, that anyone still reads books)? Don’t we get three paragraphs into a news article online, then click on whatever link appears at the end? Even reading Carr’s article, which is nearly 5,000 well-chosen words long, I found myself suddenly in the middle of an Onion video about a parrot. It was like when you arrive home, clearly having driven there, but can’t remember the drive. How did I get here? Where did my brain go?

The afternoon I came to this conclusion about the Internet, I made an almost unconscionable decision for a 20-something college student. I deleted my Facebook.

OK, not deleted. I don’t even know if that’s possible, and anyway, I was worried (how sad is this) about losing everything on my profile, the 500-plus photos and the pithy status updates of which I’ve often been so pathetically proud. But I deactivated it, which means I vanished from the grid, for all intents and purposes.You can’t search me, interact with me or see my profile. It’s sort of awesome.

The weirdest thing about my tiny step off the beaten path of the Internet was how freaked out people got. Some old friends who should know better thought I had“de-friended”them. A couple people panicked, sure my disappearance from Facebook meant I had disappeared for real, been abducted or died some grisly death.

As for me, I spent a few days feeling unmoored. My fingers itched toward the F-A-C keys whenever I opened my Internet browser. I updated my status myself, in my head, a few times a day. I even thought about blogging about my lame little attempt to give up the Internet.

But then, not only would that utterly defeat the purpose, but who would want to read it?

I think the Internet is a pretty mean-spirited place — a place where anonymity brings out the worst in people, where 500 snarky words win out over well-reasoned, well-edited, beautiful prose. Writing online, and the 24-hour news cycle, seem to have all but eliminated the need for language that’s rich, deep and powerful. Hell, it seems to even have eliminated the need for an editor.

But you’re probably reading this online, and I’m certainly writing it in a way that will appeal to online readers — 650 words, tops, and lots of choppy dashes — so maybe we’re stuck here.

Maybe the Internet will win, and both lovely prose and our malnourished, information-glutted souls will lose.

But I hope not.

— Heather Price-Wright is a creative writing senior.

She can be reached at letters@wildcat.arizona.edu

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n comparison to much of the stuGuess what, you can do that, too. But dent population of the University the bottom line is that if all you’re of Arizona, my scholastic journey looking for is a place to get drunk and has been a little off the beaten path. make bad decisions, then you shouldn’t From seventh through 12th grade I be here. Plain and simple. attended the same school: Northland If UA students spent half as much Preparatory Academy in Flagstaff, AZ; time lamenting the sorry state of a humble school that, for my first year, education in Arizona as they did the was housed in a building which used UA’s omission from Playboy’s top-10 to be a strip club. (And is party schools list, then now a church.) maybe there would be Imagine my surprise, hope to affect the kind no, my awe, when I of change most accept walked into my firstas a necessity. Maybe if ever collegiate class, a students viewed their history lecture that was student government as bigger than my entire a halfway legitimate enhigh school. The sheer tity, rather than a black Luke Money enormity of the teemhole from which no Opinions editor ing masses of brightamount of money can eyed students seeking the same escape, than the Associated Students scholasticism was as impressive as of the University of Arizona could have it was overwhelming. the legitimacy to represent students in A few weeks later, I then came to reala constructive manner. ize that approximately half of my fellow We all have to deal with the rising Wildcats sought inebriation instead of cost of tuition, the ever-burgeoning fees education, and were far more often redand the unpopular program hikes. Most eyed than bright-eyed. of us accept these as an unfortunate, This is not meant to be a condembut inevitable occurrence in our journey nation of that particular part of the to a four-year degree. But with each college experience. College is what additional dollar that is tacked onto our you make of it. If you want to be a bursar’s bill, the question becomes more hermit and never emerge from your poignant: what is your college education dorm room, save to trek to the library worth to you? at night, then you can. You want to be This year, I will pay upwards of a party animal and never go to class? $20,000 — $6,000 in tuition and

$14,000 in living expenses — for the privilege of attending this fine institution. If I were an out-of-state student, the figure would easily surpass $30,000. If you view college as a means to support your partying habits, then please feel free — no, feel obligated ­— to take your money, rent an apartment off campus, and drink to your life’s content. Not only would you be free from tiresome expectations, but you also would probably save money in the long run.

I don’t know about you, but I sure as hell didn’t plan on spending four years of my life and thousands of dollars of my money so that people can snicker when I mention that I attend the UA. I see the debauchery, the douche-baggery, and the dilapidation of the mind, which occurs on a daily basis here, and every single occurrence is another brick in the wall I have to break through in order to combat the overwhelming sense that, upon receiving my degree, I will have regretted my time here.

So the next time you’re staggering down the Mall, filled with booze and bereft of dignity, think about whether or not you have a legitimate reason to be in college. If you have to ponder that question for more than a few seconds, then the answer should be clear.

— Luke Money is a journalism junior. He can be reached at letters@wildcat.arizona.edu

Deconstructing the mosque at ground zero

he Cordoba House/Park51 center two blocks from ground zero. project, also The opposition to the known as the project would have Muslim Monument you believe that its 13 of Doom, managed stories are meant to be to clear a hurdle on the Islamic headquarAug. 3, when the New ters of terror and evil.

York City Landmarks Sarah Palin called Commission voted the project an“ inagainst making an tolerable mistake on Kristina Bui old Burlington Coat hallowed ground”in a Opinions columnist Factory building a note on her Facebook. landmark. The vote “This is not an issue gave developers the ability to demolof religious tolerance but of common ish the building to make room for a moral sense,”Palin wrote in response 13-story mosque and Islamic cultural to remarks by New York City Mayor

Michael Bloomberg.“To build a mosque at Ground Zero is a stab in the heart of the families of the innocent victims of those horrific attacks.”

The Anti-Defamation League released a similar statement. It claimed that while the bigoted criticisms of the project were wrong, ultimately the situation is“not a question of rights, but a question of what is right.

In our judgment, building an Islamic Center in the shadow of the World Trade Center will cause some victims more pain — unnecessarily — and that is not right.”

And yet, my“common moral sense”

tells me that siding with bigots just makes you a bigot. The Cordoba House/Park51 project is not a giant clubhouse for terrorists, but the opposition’s entire argument insists on equating the project builders with the 9/11 attackers. This is inherently religiously intolerant, and the AntiDefamation League’s decision to stand against the mosque is a validation of that intolerance.

Fanaticism does not revolve around any specific god, nor can it represent an entire religion. The attack on 9/11 was not a representation of Islam. The fact that we behave as though it was,

and insist that building a mosque two blocks from ground zero is a“stab in the heart”cannot be called anything except intolerant, bigoted and lacking in“common moral sense.”It’s a rejection of an entire culture based on the misguided, extremist views of a minority. It’s the manipulation of tragedy and prejudice to garner political support.

And it’s terribly ironic that critics are furthering the 9/11 terrorists’ agenda by unraveling American principles. ­— Kristina Bui is a journalism sophomore. She can be reached at letters@wildcat.arizona.edu

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The officer confronted the store clerk and was told that a man had just taken two pairs of sunglasses from the rack. The officer ran to the man who was about to cross Speedway Boulevard, and instructed him to stop. The officer reported that the man was cooperative and stated that he had taken something from the store. The UAPD officer accompanied the man back to the Circle K where two pairs of Playa Del Rey Sunglasses were returned.

The officer reported that the Circle K clerk wanted to press charges, and cited and released the subject for shoplifting.

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According to the police report, the UAPD officer performed a records check on the individual in question, and discovered that the man had three confirmed misdemeanor warrants from the Tucson Police Department. The warrants were for failure to appear on charges of interfering with judicial proceedings and liquor violations.

The man was placed under arrest and transported by the officer to Pima County Jail, where he was booked for public nuisance and the three confirmed warrants.

Laptop disappears from locked room A woman called UAPD on Aug. 5 at 3:50 p.m. to report that her laptop and black sleeve case were stolen from the Family and Consumer Sciences Building, 1110 E. South Campus Dr. The woman said that the last time she had seen the laptop had been on the previous day in her office. According to the police report, the woman said she had left her office many times throughout the day and had locked it before going home in the evening. When she returned to her office on Aug. 5 around 9 a.m., she realized the laptop had been stolen. She said the door was still locked from the night before. The woman described the laptop as being a 2005 Dell Latitude 110L. Both items had been issued to her by the UA. Victim’s Rights forms were mailed to both the UA and the woman. There are currently no suspects or witnesses in the case.

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Police Beat is compiled from official University of Arizona Police Department reports. For a complete list of UAPD activity, the daily resumé can be found at http://uapd.arizona.edu.

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A view of the under-construction dorms on Tyndall Avenue and Sixth Street, facing west toward Euclid Avenue. Residence Life officials say the addition of the new dorms will not result in any problems with available parking.

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Coronado to temporarily close as new dorms open

The Tyndall entrance will have glass etched with what appears to be trees, but on closer look, the trees are actually made up of poetry.

The Tyndall residence hall is four months ahead of the other site and while many of its buildings look unfinished, a blue building and a green building have emerged.

“Some of the more contemporary buildings in Europe have a similar look,”Van Arsdel said.

Construction is expected to be finished in the spring to allow time for inspection and preparation for occupation in the fall.

When the new residence halls open, Coronado will be closing for a year to replace plumbing and mechanical systems.

Van Arsdel said Residence Life won’t lose capacity with the closure of Coronado but will actually net about 360 more spaces than it currently has.

When Coronado reopens, Van Arsdel said 800 more spaces will be added.

Despite the gain in housing, the UA will not gain any new parking.

Van Arsdel does not anticipate parking being a problem and believes the UA is able to meet students’ needs with its current parking.

He said there were quite a few unused spaces in the Tyndall Avenue parking garage last year, and that between the Cherry Street garage and the Sixth Street garage, there should be enough Gordon Bates/Arizona Summer Wildcat space for the new residence halls.

The new dorms are expected to give construction crews the opportunity to close Coronado for a Dryden said students could look year to improve plumbing and mechanical systems. forward to quieter construction soon.

“Since we are starting to complete Coronado room and said when the win- Van Arsdel said.

The crane at the Tyndall site will the exterior of the building, the noise dow was closed he couldn’t hear a thing.

“I’m sure there are times that also be coming down by the end of shouldn’t be as much of a factor during this phase of the project,” Dryden said. some students must have heard August or early September.

“I think it’s going to be a really cool When construction first began, Van something, but it really has been Arsdel tested out the noise level in a a very manageable process,” building,” he said.

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The basic design of the building has kind of been an amenity of itself.

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—Jim Van Arsdel

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Wildcats begin road to Rose Bowl

SPORTS BRIEFS UCLA cornerback joins Arizona Former UCLA cornerback Shaquille Richardson joined the Arizona football team after being dismissed from the UCLA football team last month ­— he was arrested for theft in June.

The freshman cornerback, along with two other freshman teammates, were arrested for allegedly stealing a student’s bag on campus.

Richardson will be able to play this season since he never suited up for the Bruins.

Beard surprises in the US National Championships Former Wildcat Amanda Beard made her comeback at the USA Swimming National Championships on Saturday.

Beard finished second in the 200-meter breaststroke, which automatically qualified her for the Pan Pacific Championships in two weeks.

Beard, 28, competed in her first major meet since retiring after the Beijing Olympics and giving birth last September to her first child.

Arizona Athletics touring the state on Aug. 10 Gordon Bates/Arizona Summer Wildcat

Arizona football players run drills in the second official day of camp at Rincon Vista on Friday as they preapare for a season full of high expectations. The Wildcats hope the work in training camp will lead to the teams first ever Rose Bowl berth come season’s end.

Arizona opens camp with eye on Pac-10’s top spot

By Nicole Dimtsios Arizona Summer Wildcat The opening of fall camps around college football is always filled with optimism for the new season, but for Arizona football, one thing is very clear — Rose Bowl or bust.

“A lot of guys are hungry for more and we’ve developed a good program and we know that we can win now at a high level,” said defensive end Ricky Elmore.

Donning their new white helmets with the block Arizona“A,”the Wildcats opened fall camp on Thursday morning at Rincon Vista Sports Complex with the straightforward message that head coach Mike Stoops had his players looking to Pasadena, Calif.

“We’ve had some success, but we have a chance do to something that’s never been done,” Stoops said.“I think our players understand just

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how wide open this thing is going to be and what a great year it’s going to be in the Pac-10 and what an opportunity we have.”

The Wildcat team’s mindset was firmly in place, even as they were working through conditioning drills. With the whole team reporting to camp, Arizona split time between offensive and defensive team drills, special teams positioning and ended the two-hour practice with 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 workouts.

Stoops said he was impressed with the way his team entered camp this season, especially noting the physical improvements of the offensive and defensive lines.

“I like where we’re at. I like this team. I like what they did over the summer,” Stoops said.

“They’re serious about what they want to do and hopefully we can just continually get better.”

Thursday was also the first chance for Stoops to evaluate his recruiting class, including defen-

sive standout Marquis Flowers, who has seen time with the first and second teams in practices.

“I think you’re interested in what they look like, in what you recruited,” Stoops said of seeing newcomers in action. “Are they what you thought they were?“ Stoops said the impact of the freshmen might be felt as early as the season opener, depending on the needs of the team.

Unlike last season, quarterback Nick Foles knows exactly where he stands going into camp.

He worked on throwing drills with the Wildcats’ veteran receiving corps and talked about the offense exploding this season.

“It was nice to get back out here,” Foles said.

“All the work in the summer, you can tell it paid off and that we’ve moved forward as a team.”

Foles said one of the main differences in this year’s team coming into camp was the mentality

Arizona Athletic director Greg Byrne and athletic department staff members will be on the road this week to tour the state of Arizona.

Arizona coaches such as basketball coach Sean Miller and baseball coach Andy Lopez are expected to attend at some of the stops along the tour.

Five day tour Aug. 10 - Casa Grande

Coaches: Dave Emerick, Lisa Oyen and Rick LaRose

Aug. 11 - Glendale

Coaches: Sue Darling, Andy Barnes

Aug. 12 - Scottsdale Coaches: Tom Lloyd

Aug. 13 - Globe Aug. 14 - Sahuarita

Coaches: Laura Ianello, Justin Silverstein, Dawn Boxley, Erin Rodrigs — Arizona Summer Wildcat

ROSE BOWL, page 8

Football's rosy mindset a realistic one

appear in the Rose Bowl, making n the morning after the first day of training camp, the Wildcats’ chant and infatuation with the bowl game seem a bit farthe Arizona football team fetched. But the Wildcats have been huddled up and made a statement to back-to-back bowl to not only themselves, games, and finished but to the University of Arizona and the entire sixth, fifth and second in the conference the Pacific 10 Conference. last three seasons, A chant of“Rose respectively.

Bowl”echoed through “There’s nowhere Rincon Vista Sports Complex, signifying else to be but first a 2010 season of now,”Wade said.

Mike Schmitz “Everybody’s got to redemption and the Sports writer look to the same goals motivation to grab hold of the wide-open Pac-10. and we got to get this first place for A few years ago, the words the Pac-10 Championship.”

Rose Bowl would never have been The simple fact that head coach uttered during training camp, Mike Stoops and his players talked especially publicly and on the very so openly about accomplishing such a feat so early on speaks first day of work. volumes about the determination “It’s really different because if we would have said that in the past, and confidence that this group people would have probably laughed,” possesses. And that confidence is said junior cornerback Trevin Wade. undoubtedly warranted.

Despite their history as a program, Arizona is the only current as well as being picked fifth in the member of the Pac-10 never to

conference’s preseason polls, Arizona is making the transition from the hunter to the hunted.

This is a team that was a few plays away from the Rose Bowl last season, but watched its season go down the drain after some unexpected losses and ultimately a no-show at the Holiday Bowl.

However, the Wildcats have proved their pedigree. With a more seasoned and lethal offense in place, as well as an extremely talented crop of youngsters, the time is now for Arizona football.

USC is out of the mix due to suspension, quarterback Jeremiah Masoli was dismissed from the Oregon team and the rest of the talent crop is fairly even, leaving the door to the Rose Bowl is wide open.

The opportunity that lies ahead is certainly a motivating factor for the Wildcats, but there’s no doubt that ridding themselves of the sour taste that was the 2009 Holiday Bowl also

keeps this squad pushing that much harder for its goals.

Toward the end of the 2009 college football season, the city of Tucson smelled the roses, as it prepared for what seemed to be Arizona’s first crack at the Rose Bowl.

But the Wildcats unraveled.

However, if their attitude and demeanor at the first day of training camp was any indication, the Holiday Bowl blunder served as the ultimate blessing in disguise, producing a hungry, determined and confident 2010 Arizona football team.

When asked what the difference in mindset was heading into this season, Stoops said,“Just more confident.”

The players echoed that statement.

“Our ultimate goal is the Rose Bowl, but that’s every team in the Pac-10’s ultimate goal,” said quarterback Nick Foles.

“We’re just trying to instill the confidence in the guys that we’re capable of doing that. If you instill

that confidence than we’re more likely to succeed.“ The Wildcats did lose some major leadership on defense as well as their entire linebacker core at the end of last season, but they have enough talent and personnel to fill in the cracks.

It’s hard to say exactly what this Wildcat team will be able to accomplish on the field less than a week into training camp, but there’s no doubting that their mindset is a great indication of what they are aiming to do this season.

Stoops described their attitude as businesslike and emphasized that they know what they want to accomplish and are serious about making it happen.

While that isn’t automatically going to result in a Rose Bowl bid or one of the top spots in the Pac-10, it certainly is a good start.

— Mike Schmitz is a marketing junior and can be reached at sport@wildcat.arizona.edu

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They said it

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Nick Foles, junior quarterback, on seeing progress in camp: “It’s been exciting, it’s been good to get back on the field. I think we’ve had three great practices, the offense has really moved along progressed every day. It’s really competitive out there. Both sides are being really competitive with one another which is making us better.”

Dan Buckner, junior receiver, on not being able to play in 2010 due to NCAA transfer rules: “I’ll have three semesters under my belt before I even step on the field. I look at it as I can’t play for 12 days. That’s not that bad.”

Nic Grigsby, senior runningback, on moving on from the Holiday Bowl loss: “We can’t look back at nothing. It was a game. We lost. Simple. That’s it. That’s last year; this is a new year. We have to get our eyes set on something is trying to accomplish.”

Keola Antolin, junior runningback, on Arizona’s runningbacks in 2010:

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Arizona quarterback Nick Foles speaks to the press at McKale Center on Saturday.

“It’s good to have all the running backs healthy. That’s our number one goal this season, to have the running backs healthy this season.”

— Complied by Nicole Dimtsios

of the players. Veterans on the offensive side of the ball talked about taking younger players under their wings to help them see the vision of the program.

“We also know we have to take it one game at a time, but that’s our ultimate goal — the Rose Bowl,” Foles said.

Fall camp also meant the healthy return to action for running back Nic Grigsby. The senior missed three games last season and played through injury in six matchups as well.

“I feel good, better than I’ve felt in long time,” Grigsby said.“Shoulder injury is just tragic in a big season. Luckily, I recovered from it.”

Grigsby, along with junior Keola Antolin and sophomore Greg Nwoko, give the Wildcats experienced depth at running back that will complement Foles’ passing attack and open up possibilities for co-offensive coordinators Bill Bedenbaugh and Seth Littrell.

Shaking off the rust at camp and moving forward as a program is something Stoops said was a top priority. One of his biggest offseason changes for the seventh year coach and Arizona football is the change in philosophy and expectations.

“I think that’s what motivates our players,” Stoops said. “To try and accomplish something that’s never been done in the history of Arizona football. I don’t know what could be more motivating than that.”

The Wildcats have another week of camp in Tucson before heading for Fort Huachuca on Aug. 11. They will kick off the season in Toledo, Ohio, on Sept. 5 on ESPN.

Bengals fall to Cowboys in Owens' debut CANTON, Ohio – Emmitt Smith and Jerry Rice could be excused if they turned their eyes away from the field. Maybe there was a rerun of "Dancing with the Stars" to catch.

The NFL offensive icons who entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame the previous day could not have been comfortable with the action at Fawcett Stadium on Sunday night, when Dallas beat Cincinnati 16-7 to open the preseason.

At least they could marvel at Chad Ochocinco’s footwear.

The Bengals receiver wore gold shoes for his few plays. Was that a tribute to Smith, Rice and the other members of the Class of 2010?

“That’s exactly what it was, how did you know?” he said. “That’s exactly why I did it.”

Asked about possibly being fined by the league for sidestepping the dress code, he threw up his hands in disdain and moved on to other questions.

“Chad has so many differentcolored shoes he is like a woman,” Terrell Owens chimed in.

The offenses generally sputtered all night and there were eight sacks in a sloppy affair. Clearly, none of the aura of the NFL’s career leaders in rushing and receiving rubbed off.

At least some of Saturday’s other inductees — the ones who played defense, Dick LeBeau, John Randle and Rickey Jackson — could appreciate the lack of scoring and the takeaways. Dallas picked off three passes and recovered a fumble; Cincinnati also recovered a fumble.

Nobody could be impressed by the slew of penalties, 16 overall, 12 by Cincinnati for 90 yards. Then again, it was the preseason opener.

“The best thing about it,”Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said, “is you see what you did and what you need to improve on.”

The Cowboys hope this is the opening step, small as it was, toward becoming the first team to play in a Super Bowl in its home stadium.

That goal will take months before it can be achieved, of course, and the

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Dallas Cowboys’ Jesse Holley (16) and Danny McCray (40) drop Cincinnati Bengals Jordan Shipley (11) for a yard loss on a punt return in the second quarter at the annual Hall of Fame football game in Canton, Ohio, Sunday.

most memorable item this weekend for them will remain Smith’s entry into the Hall of Fame.

“Having Emmitt inducted into the Hall of Fame is special,”All-Pro linebacker DeMarcus Ware said. “For us now playing for the Cowboys, it does make it extra special.”

Most of the regulars worked short shifts. At least the Cowboys’ starters looked sharp during their minimal stints.

Tony Romo led them to the Cincinnati 2 with a steady opening

drive before they stalled and David Buehler kicked a 20-yard field goal.

Romo was 5 for 10 for 59 yards.

“You just have to continue to work on the things we’ve been doing through the offseason and in training camp,” Romo said.“You’re never sure until you get into a game-like mode, and some of the new stuff, it was nice to see it work out really well. It’s a start. We have to build off of it, but we still have a ways to go, and we’re on the way.”

Dallas certainly needs better pro-

tection for its quarterbacks after Cincinnati had five sacks, including two by linebacker Michael Johnson.

The Bengals made plenty of offseason news with the additions of Owens and Pacman Jones, who was not signed by any teams last year because of his previous off-field issues and missed the season. Neither former Cowboy had much impact, although Owens caught two passes for 18 yards and was thrown to four times by Carson Palmer.

“We’re a work in progress,”Owens

said. “We’re getting there. It felt just like practice.”

It often looked like it, as well.

Buehler added field goals of 34 yards in the second quarter and 23 yards in the third. The last kick was set up when linebacker Brandon Williams returned an interception of Jordan Palmer — Carson’s younger brother and Cincinnati’s third-string quarterback — 36 yards to the Bengals 9-yard line.

— The Associated Press

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August 9-22, 2010

Tucson to celebrate 235th birthday in style

By Ashley James Arizona Summer Wildcat

The city of Tucson is quickly approaching one of its biggest celebrations. On Aug. 20, Tucson will reach its 235th birthday; the city was founded in 1775. In honor of this occasion, celebrations will be held all month and will involve food, fun, art, performances and music.

Here are just some of the many events that will take place this August.

Friday, Aug. 20

Saturday, Aug. 21

Honor the city with the Ceremony of Flags, which will display the five flags that have been flown in Tucson. The flags of the Tohono O’odham Nation and PascuaYaqui Tribe will be raised, as well as the American, Spanish, Mexican, Confederate and Arizona state flags, and a replica of the 28-star American flag flown by the Mormon Battalion in Tucson on Dec. 16, 1846. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Free admission. Presidio San Agustin de Tucson Courtyard. 577-6261.

Just because Tucson doesn’t have a beach doesn’t mean there can’t be a tropical celebration! Check out The Big Kahuna Tropical Bash in the historic entertainment district consisting of downtown Tucson, Fourth Avenue and Main Gate Square. The party will feature activities for all ages, including birthday-inspired discounts, giveaways and prizes, plus live music. The bash is free, though some events charge admis-

Discussion about the cussin'

‘$#*! My Dad Says’ inappropriate if you make it that way “$#*! My Dad Says”(pronounced“Bleep My Dad Says”) is a watered-down sitcom on CBS, based on a more profane book that was in turn based on an insanely profane Twitter feed by Justin Halpern, who began posting after moving back in with his foul-mouthed father.

The sitcom spin-off has the Parents’Television Council whining about how CBS is teaching children inappropriate language, despite CBS’s already drastic changes to the Twitter feed’s content, thus the symbols and the bleeping. This is because everyone and their kid knows that“$#*!”is actually“shit.”Except that CBS didn’t teach your kids that last part. Maybe you didn’t either, but you can’t get them to unlearn it now.

I understand that I am not a parent, and that not everyone recognizes“shit”as harmless. But I also Kristina Bui understand that telling a child that a word is“bad” Arts columnist and off-limits is not the same thing as telling a child that sometimes the people on TV say things that you can’t say at school because it hurts people’s feelings.

The PTC’s concern is valid. No one wants to explain to a six-year-old that“dollar sign hashtag asterisk exclamation point”is actually a whole other word. But you can’t ask all of society to adhere to the moral standards you want to choose for your kids. It isn’t the responsibility of CBS to wash your kids’mouths out with soap. Maybe telling the Internet about how angry you are that TV is making it difficult to raise your kids properly is the thing that’s making it difficult to raise them.

Telling children to never use a word is like handing them a present and saying,“Have this. But don’t open it.You are not allowed to open it. Do not even shake it.”Suddenly, the gift has magical powers.

They have to know what’s inside. That’s what parents are doing when they turn “shit”into“$#*!”and tell a kid that the word is forbidPhoto courtesy of www.comedycentral.com den. They’re giving magical William Shatner stars in ‘$#*! My Dad Says.’ powers to shit.

‘$#*! My Dad Says,‘: Revenge of the $#*!

While I understand the need to regulate the $#*! your kids watch on television, it’s hard for me to justify the rampant complaining recently put forth by the Parents’Television Council. If you don’t like your kids watching a show, change the channel or shut the television off. To hold CBS accountable for the death of your children’s morality by merely putting a show on the air is like knocking a lamp onto the ground and breaking it, only to point at the guy who put it there and say,“It’s your fault, you dip$#*!.”

Parents have every right to monitor what their children watch, read and otherwise participate in.

Joe Dusbabek No one is arguing against that (well, except maybe Arts editor California’s upcoming bill to outlaw the sale of certain games to minors, period). But television is a huge part of our culture, and what should be a rather simple decision is not the responsibility of CBS to handle. Previous iterations of“$#*! My Dad Says”have been wildly popular with certain demographics and the upcoming sitcom looks to expand on that with some rather hilarious potential — anyone who’s seen William Shatner on“Boston Legal”knows how funny the man can be.

Television is as much a free speech issue as it is a children’s morality issue, and in this case, one has to believe that the show deserves to stay on the air.

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sion. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 837-6504. www.downtowntucson.org.

The anniversary festivities will continue on Saturday at the the San Xavier del Bac Mission, where Native American arts, crafts, food and entertainment will be presented all day. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All ages. Free admission. 573-4007. tucsonsbirthday.org

Ongoing If you are looking for a milder event, you can stop by The Mini-Time

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Machine Museum of Miniatures and see the Remembering Tucson exhibit.

The show features pieces from local artists Tom Bulow, David Donnelly and Dirk Arnold. Their work reflects some of Tucson’s architectural past. The exhibit is taking place until Sept. 4. On Aug. 21, there will be a special meeting with the artists from 1 to 4 p.m. Cake will be served. Admission is $7 for adults and $5 for children. 881-0606. www.theminitimemachine.org.

New art exhibit crosses borders of controversy

the cooperative members was called in which they collectively decided to have a show inspired by the political climate that surrounded the bill. Raices named the show show“How Brown Am I”with a label on every piece of art reading, “Warning: This Artist May Be Illegal.”

Parts of the show stirred controversy, Salgado said. One of the pieces, by artist Cake MacKinnon, was made out of an Arizona flag with a yellow cloth Star of David with the word“Jude”in the middle sewn over the flag’s gold star and autographed by many Latin American youth. The star is similar to those mandated to be worn by Jews

living in Nazi Germany and occupied Europe during World War II. Critics called the piece extreme and inaccurate with regard to SB 1070.

MacKinnon herself explained her intentions in a written statement accompanying the piece, which read,“I wanted to hand stitch my own Star of David, which the Jewish people had to wear during World War II. Doing this, I felt a sense of dread, mixed with pride, actually. A strange sensation … to be proud of a people’s heritage, but to be made to submit to scrutiny because of it.”

However, MacKinnon’s piece did not

account for the only criticism the gallery received. Salgado said Raices received e-mails that suggesting the gallery was supporting illegal immigrants by having the show. Salgado suggested that artists have a role like that of news reporters.

“Artists are the ones that spread the word. They got their finger on the pulse of what’s going on,”he said.

Salgado also points to a social responsibility that he believes artists have.

“Picasso did ‘Guernica,’” he said.

“What a political statement ... It’s a statement using paint. It becomes politically important. That’s the artist’s role.”

Final 'Scott Pilgrim' installment worth the journey for fans

By Steven Kwan Arizona Summer Wildcat You spent the first five years trying to get with the plan, And the next five years trying to be with your friends again.

After six years, six volumes and seven evil exes, was she worth it?

That’s the big question about Bryan Lee O’Malley’s“Scott Pilgrim: Scott Pilgrim’s Finest Hour.”

How we got here: Scott Pilgrim is 23 years old, played bass in the band Sex-Bob-Omb with his friends and fell in love with this awesome delivery girl, Ramona Flowers.

Problem: Scott must defeat the aforementioned seven evil exes before he and Ramona can date.

Solution: Flawed and messy. It’s not that simple when fighting Japanese twins, half ninjas and a vegan psychic are the least of Scott’s worries as he makes the transition to adulthood.

O’Malley had a towering task in front of him with the final volume of his“Scott Pilgrim”comic book series.

All the subplots need to be wrapped up, characters need their closure, backstories need to be filled. Then there’s the inevitable boss battle with the last evil ex, Gideon Graves, a man who seems to be richer than Bill Gates and Oprah combined, and hipper than the Pitchfork Music Festival. O’Malley concludes his epic with confidence, an intact sense of humor and his best art yet.

Living in a video game world would be really fun, wouldn’t it?

I mean, that’s why many people become addicted to video games like“World of Warcraft”and“Final Fantasy”— they can become more than who they are in real life. One of the great thrills about reading“Scott Pilgrim”is that video game life mixes with regular, messy, exciting, dramatic, real life without any seams showing.

Scott is as grateful for the longsword proficiency he picked up in fifth grade as he is for his job as a dishwasher.

For mere mortal readers, there’s much to enjoy, since O’Malley knows when not to linger too long.

‘Scott Pilgrim Volume 6: Scott Pilgrim’s Finest Hour’

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Don’t get the numerous references to classic video games? Feast on the manga-esque art. Are the drama and angst getting a little too

heavy? Here’s a 16-page fight scene, complete with superpowers and special weapons. And the name of this game is change. Scott needs to confront not only Gideon, but also his own past, and end the chain of confusion and hurt feelings.

Will he win? Will Scott ever get Ramona back? Like any classic roleplaying game, all the hours of reading and re-reading will pay off in an epic way during “Scott Pilgrim’s Finest Hour.”

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Telephone outreach program(Top) is now hiring ua students with strong communication skills to call alumni, parents, and friends of ua. We offer a competitive starting wage of $8.25 an hour and require only a minimum commitment of nine hours a week. Top callers are also eligible for up to $800 in Tuition assistance a year! interested applicants should apply online at: http://arizona.thecallingcenter.com or give us a call at 626-4503 to find out more about the great opportunities available!

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STudenT buSineSS opporTuniTy with a product everybody wants. One representative needed per Dorm, Sorority, or Fraternity house. Easy extra money: 817-4564480.

parT-Time afTerSChool SiTTer sought for two children ages 7and9. M/T/H/F starting at 2:45 and W at 1:45. Flexible end time. Our home is located less than 0.5mi from UA/ UMC. Car, experience, and references required. Please email fgoodrum@email.arizona.edu. perfeCT Job for college student! 15hours per week baby care in my home (central). M-F mornings pref. tracyhysong@yahoo.com. pT nanny needed for children age 8, 11, 13. Must own car, phone, and have a good driving/ background record and experience. Call 520-971-4029

!!!!barTending! up TO $250/ DAY. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. TRAINING PROVIDED. CALL 800-965-6520 EXT.139 $7-9/hr +TipS WorKing as a mover. Must have valid driver’s license. 3500 E. Kleindale. Call 3224488. am Child Care 3days/ week. Reliable car a must. Start mid Aug. Gas, meal included. Chrissy 2350210

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Call Kathleen at 520-780-0255. gymnaSTiCS/ Tumbling inSTruCTor wanted at Tucson’s newest children’s fitness gym. Qualified instructors can make btwn $10-$17/hr. Call 628-4355 healThCare pT. need to fill 3staff positions. Workers lost to medical school, and romance. Job requirements: reliability, intelligence. Various tasks, projects & exercise. Training available. Flexible hours- some late night & weekend hours.

Call Emma afternoon & leave message. 867-6679 leaSing agenT p/T/ F/T summers, wage + bonus, apt disc. avail.

Fax resume to Capistrano: 520-3274557 SeniorS/ graduaTe STudenTS: Local environmental education program seeks dynamic, responsible classroom presenters who work well with children. Flexible schedule and own vehicle required. Great pay. Email resume or questions to outreach@eeexchange.org.

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Queen double pillow top, very thick, $275; King $375; Full $250; Queen $180; full $160; twin $150. 573-6950

!!1bd/ 1ba, furnished, $495, 3bloCKS To ua, euclid/ 9th, Water/ gas/ internet included, 520798-3453, upa@cox.net http://www.upapts.com , 726 east 9th Street !!! all uTiliTieS paid 4blocks N of UofA 1Rm studio, no kitchen refrigerate only. $400/mo. Family owned and operated. Great alternative to the dorm. Quiet and private w/bathroom & lots of closets. Security patrolled, no pets. 624-3080 or 299-5020 www.uofahousing.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! a abSoluTely aWeSome Apartment Available!

1br & 2br beautiful condominiums for rent. rare vacancy! Highspeed internet and cable available, lush landscaping, AC, DW, private patio. $600 & $800; 3649 E. 3rd St. 326-2900. !!!!!$995 very large 2BRM 2BA AVAIL AUG! ALL UTIL INCL. VERY NICE. MUST SEE 520-299-5020 !!!greaT dorm alTernaTive.

Quiet, private, 1RM studio. No kitchen, refrigerator only. $380 utilities paid. Mountain/ Adams. No pets. 299-5020/ 624-3080 *beST 1bedroomS near campus. Available for August move-in.

Call 520-505-5265 1-2 or 2-3 bedroom apts. Available close to UofA. Also need roommates. Tile floors, w/internet. 6245810

diSabled male needS roommate. PT male aide. Ten hrs/ wk free rent. 628-7407

1bd $465/mo $300 deposit. 425 E Drachman. Coin-op laundry and carport. Available July 1st. 272-0754 1bd furniShed aparTmenT. Close to campus, bus, shopping. $500/mo for year. $525 for 9mos.

University Arms Apartment 1515 E. 10th St. 623-0474 www.ashtongoodman.com

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All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

CaSTle aparTmenTS. movein special. Walk to UofA, utilities included, pool, barbeque, laundry facilities, gated, secure. Site management, historic. http://www.thecastleproperties.com 406-5515

1bd/ 1ba dupleX, Euclid/ Elm $505 if paid early, water/ gas included, APL 747-4747

Clean QuieT beauTiful 2BD/ 2BA spacious w/garage, Major bikepath to UofA. Mountain Ave/ Roger Rd $750/mo +depo (702)4998562 **2FREE CENTER COURT BB TICKETS w/lease**

1bd/ 1ba, Small yard, storage, water pd, $495 if paid early, close to UA, APL 747-4747

fall 1bedroomS, 2bloCKS from campus. Come see what Zona Verde living is all about. Call 520308-6672

1blK from uofa reserve your apartment for summer or fall. Furnished or unfurnished. 1bedroom from $585. Pool/ Laundry. 5th/ Euclid. Call 751-4363 or 309-8207 for appointment.

2bd 1.5ba QuieT, nice, like new.

Enclosed patio, pets ok. $695/mo.

3249 E. Presidio Rd. (Ft. Lowell/ Country Club) Must see! 795-7392 2bd/ 2ba 1bloCK from UA. Quiet, clean, laundry, furnished, pool. $550/mo. University Fremont Apartments. 321 N. Fremont Ave. 623-8514 www.ashton-goodman.com 2blKS from CampuS. 1BD for August move-in. Call 520-505-5186 2br/ 1ba remodeled quiet complex 2miles NE of campus, 2847 N. Flanwill Blvd, spacious, rear yard.

All new; Appliances, Cabinets, Fixtures, Porcelain floor &bath tile.

W/D Hookup, water included. $650/Mo. casitasdelsol@gmail.com or 520-471-2606 3bd/ 2ba, euClid/ Speedway, off street parking, $865 if paid early, APL 747-4747 3bd/ 3ba SpaCiouS Condo near UofA $900/mo. AC, ALL appliances including, cable/ internet wiring, water & trash included. Quiet gated community. 520-440-7851, licalica_2@hotmail.com jazzito@juno.com a rare TreaT awaits you on your first visit to this large one bedroom, pool, alarm, lush landscaping in a quiet setting one block east of the UA. NO PETS 2005 E 7th 7709221 aparTmenT for renT *5blks to uofa. Studio or 1br *$430 or $510. Priv. Parkg Lot. Security wall. AC. Euclid/Lee Apts. 822 E. Lee St. UofAapts.com. 490-0050. Quiet, no pets, no smoking in apts. beauTiful privaTe 1bdr. apt.

UTILITIES INCLUDED, $495/mo.

4blk. to UofA, tile floors, laundry, yard, off street parking. Judy @603-5530.

gaTed CommuniTy on the direct bus line to the UofA Walk to Trader Joe’s and the Farmers Market Pools, Fitness Center, Basketball and Sand Volleyball await you.

323.9347 Or view us on the web at WWW.CampbellRanchApts.Com One bedrooms starting at $435.00 per month Two bedrooms starting at $575.00 per month Three bedrooms starting at $799.00 per month “Restrictions apply prices subject to change without notice”.

JuST 2blKS To UofA. Very nice, clean 2BR. Stove &refrigerator.

Parking. Water paid, $650/mo.

731 E. 1st St. Call (520)271-7649 large 2bd 1.5 baTh, hot & cold water paid, A/C, pool, laundry, very quiet. $575/m $200 deposit. 3278811 or 990-0130 Available August looK no furTher!! 1BR, 2BR, 3BR and 4BR units available! Amazing amenities, fully furnished and all utilities but electric included! Waiving Application Fee at our UofA Leasing Office @747 N. Park Ave. (520)623-3033 email: SalesTucson@edrtrust.com near ua, STudio- $375 1BR -$525, 3BD-$1135, furnished 1175 E 7th. 429-3829 or 444-6213 one bedroom near campus in the village at Tucson & 6th Street Starting at $850/mo with one month free 322-2940 or gmadrid@sebra.com STudenT SpeCial $385. Nice, quiet, & clean. 1.07 mi north UofA. 882-6696 STudio- $375/mo $300 deposit.

1BD- $465/mo. 411 & 425 E Drachman St. Coin-op laundry on premise. Covered carports. 520272-0754 STudioS from $400 spacious apartment homes with great downtown location. 884-8279. blue agave apartments 1240 n.

7th ave. Speedway/ Stone. www.blueagaveapartment.com WalK To uofa. 2br- 2bath, 850sqft remodeled duplex with fireplace, private patio, lighted parking. $675 per month. Call 520-2611632, or email lindenterrace@comedu cast.net

A Guide to Religious Services COMMUNITY OF HOPE Services @ 8am- Traditional, 10:30am- Contemporary, 6pm- Spirit-Filled.

3141 W. Ironwood Hill Drive, Tucson, 85745 cohtucson.org

FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH PRIORITY COLLEGE MINISTRY Worship Sundays 11:00am. www.priorityministry.com | 445 E. Speedway.

Congregation Anshei Israel *Conservative* Daily Minyan 7:30am; Friday Service 5:45pm; Shabbat Morning 9:00am 5550 E. 5th St. at Craycroft 745-5550 |www.caiaz.org St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church Sunday Worship 7:45am, 5:30pm, Choirs at 9 &11:15am, 4pm “Come & See”. www.stphilipstucson.org. 4440 N. Campbell Ave at River Road.

520-299-6421

GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS) Sunday Worship 7:45am & 10:00am. Bible Class 9:00am www.GraceTucsonWELS.com | 623-6633 830 N First Ave. Tucson, AZ 85719

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Biblically based, spiritually growing & socially active. Church School 9am, Service 10:30am. www.firstchristianchurchtucson.org 740 E. Speedway. 624-8695.

WELS TUCSON CAMPUS MINISTRY Student Bible study and discussion. Sunday 7:00pm. www.welstcm.com 830 N. First Ave. Tucson, AZ 85719 | 520-623-5088

To be a part of our Guide to Religious Services, contact Jasmin Bell (520) 621-3425 or email classifieds@wildcat.arizona.edu

1ST monTh free! Only 1 3/4mi from UofA. Close to Cattran/ Bike route. Gated uofa 2bd/ 2BA condo w/resort like amenities. Pool, spa, exercise facility, basketball court, free wifi & club house makes this lovely condo a winner! Upstairs unit w/balcony. This beauty features a fireplace, high ceilings, & modern kitchen. Tucson Realty 520-3270009 3bd 1ba W. univerSiTy, on-site parking, walled-in security, W/D, D/W, microwave, refrigerator, recently renovated. No pets. Available now. $1200/mo. 241-0969 3bd/ 3ba SpaCiouS Condo near UofA $925/mo. AC, ALL appliances including, cable/ internet wiring, water & trash included. Quiet gated community. 520-440-7851, licalica_2@hotmail.com jazzito@juno.com beauTiful 1,684SQfT. 3/BR 3/BA condo 2miles from UofA. Hardwood, natural stone, carpet, new kitchen/ s/s apps. $1700. Small pets ok with sec. and pet deposit Call Mimi at 520-405-9338 CaSa Club Condo near uofa. $700/m recently remodeled 2bedroom/ 1bath, near Campbell between glenn and ft. lowell. Tile floors, large eat in kitchen, security system and new air conditioner. resort like amenities. Water, sewer and trash included in rent. email me for pictures: nancyangle7@gmail.com Clean QuieT beauTiful 2BD/ 2BA very spacious condo w/garage, gated secure courtyard, ceiling fans, nice kitchen w/all appliances, W/D, huge bedrooms, cathedral ceiling. Major bike path to UofA. Mountain Ave/ Roger Rd 3mi UofA $750/mo +depo (702)499-8562 ***FREE CENTER COURT BB TICKETs w/lease CounTry Club/ glenn 1BR + Den or 2BR 2nd flr unit Spacious layout - 900+sqft Parking Freshly painted Immaculately clean and pleasant Central A/C + fans Appliances Covered patio Security entry door Close to shopping & bus routes $575/mo - 1Yr Lease +$250 damage deposit PLEASE CALL (520)577-3486 OR (520) 730-7943 huge 3br/ 2ba 1st floor Condo w/ 1754sf! Tile throughout, DW, Washer & Dryer, Wine Cooler, Fridge, 2Patios, 1Carport w/Storage Rm. Easy access to UofA or UMC. Call Professional Choice 520-444-4896 today! 5th & Dodge $1290/mo one bdrm Condo $515. New AC, new flooring, covered parking, pool. Close to Pima College West.

Bus line. No pets. Call 520-5793097 to leave message.

TWo bedroom Condo--$750 A MONTH (includes water & garbage) at Grant & Silverbell -15minutes from UA -Gated with pool -Two full baths -Washer and dryer in unit. Landlord is UA alum.

Available and responsive. Call 7228432

2bd 1ba dupleX 4blocks west of campus sports vaulted ceilings, fenced patio and w/d hookup. $695 rent $695 security deposit. Tom 907-3690 RE/MAX Excalibur 2bd/ 1ba adamS/ Tyndall. Private yard, off-street parking, A/C walk to UofA. $750/mo. $745 deposit. w/d, newer kitchen. Available now.

843 E. Adams #2. 520-240-2615

August 9-22, 2010

2bedroom, 1baTh dupleX, $775/m, washer and dryer, dishwasher, ceramic tile floors, central a/c, private patio, 1598 N Freemont #2, www.MerrittRealtyMgmt.com, 520-795-3100 2bedroom, 2full baThS duplex, $795/m, fenced yard, washer and dryer, dishwasher, a very nice home, 801 E Waverly #B, www.MerrittRealtyMgmt.com, 520-795-3100.

2br/2ba @ $650 per monTh. Move-in Jul-Aug and get 2 WeeKS free. 4-plex near 1st & Glenn, bike to campus, new carpet/ paint, A/C, W/D h/u, ceramic tile, granite countertop, ceiling fan, wired for internet, phone, cable in each room.

Discount for 12mo lease. Call Bruce @HPM (520)275-0874 3bd/1ba WalK To UA! Evap, w/d, small yard. Middle unit at 838 E Adams. $930/mo. 520-9034353 Contemporary design 2br/ 2ba 1100Sf duplex 1.5miles east ua near 3rd St. pool, spa, Wd, dW, dual cooling, wireless internet, off street parking. no pets. prefer long-term faculty/grad students. $1200/ month 419-3865 jeanne@cdg-architects.com firST avenue and Fort Lowell.

2BD, 1BA. Shared W/D, A/C, covered patio, & parking. Water &gas paid. No pets. Lease $550/mo. 520629-9284 large 2bd 1bTh. 2blocks from campus, parking, W/D, A/C, quiet, clean. See website for locations: www.thecastleproperties.com 520406-5515

!! STudio 3bloCKS uofa 9th/Cherry (08/01/2010). Bath, full kitchenette, AC, tile, off-street parking, wash/dryer.

Water paid.

410/month. ryleem@4kcompany.com !immaCulaTe! 2155 n fremonT Near UofA & UMC. 2blks from Mountain bike path. Built-in microwave, mini-frige, w/granite counter tops. Master bath w/walk-in closet. $500/mo. Water & laundry room included. 520-405-2608 1bedroom 1baTh full kitchen, living room, furnished 490sqft Guest House. Premium location available August 1. 2221 E 1st. St. Walk to UofA. Rent $650 Gas, electric, water included. Owner is a licensed agent. Carol 603-4340 1bedroom 1baTh gueSThouSe 5BLOCKS TO UofA. 502 E. University. 600sqft. utilities included. AC, off-street parking, washer/ dryer. $650/mo. Please contact (219)241-5851 2bloCKS from uofa. 644 E Speedway Blvd. 1bd/ 1ba, living room, kitchen, chimney, hardwood floors, parking. $575/mo. Please contact Leo 520-440-3925 6bloCKS from ua. 2bedrooms AC, washer, dryer, dishwasher, wifi. Convenient to UMC. Utilities included. Call 520-360-7186. brand neW gueST home close to UofA. Pets accepted. Washer/ dryer, utilities included. Covered parking, privacy, fenced yard. $550.

360-4919 Charming STudio buS route accessible, Blenman/ Elm, w/kitchenette. Utilities included, high speed internet, cable, A/C, full bath, private entrance &parking, no smoking, or pets, furnished, flexible lease, references required, prefer professional or grad student. 5200318-1408 CuTe vinTage STudio 3blks from UofA, A/C, lots of windows, parking and laundry. $350/mo. Cats ok 319-9339 large STudioS only 6blocks from campus, 1125 N. 7th Ave. Walled yard, security gate, doors, windows, full bath, kitchen. Free wi/fi. Unfurnished, $370, lease. No pets. 977-4106 sunstoneapts@aol.com STudio aparTmenT furniShed, water, gas, &electric included. Available August 10.

400sqft. $450/mo. Walk to UofA. Call 520-603-4340.

!!! biKe To CampuS IN Aug 2010- 1, 2, 3 bdm, remodeled condos $650- $1200! Within 1mi to UofA, A/C, Covered Parking, Pool, Fitness & Rec Ctr, Free Wifi and water/ trash. Most appl. Included. www.GoldenWestManagement.com toll free 866-545-5303 !!!!! #1 4br, 2ba red brick house. Large fenced yard, renovated and nicely maintained. W/D, Ref, DW. 310.497.4193 wildcatrentals@gmail.com !!!!!Sign up now for aug 2010– 2,3,4 &5bdm, neWer homes! 2mi to UofA, A/C, Garages and all appl. included. www.GoldenWestManagement.com toll free 866-545-5303 !!!preleaSing 0,1,2,3 bdrm units for rent. ALL within 5blks of Campus. All have AC and most have been remodeled with new tile, paint, electric, etc. View properties at www.PrestigiousUofArentals.com Call 331.8050 (owner/agent) for showing appt. !!noW preleaSing 1,2,3,4&5bdrm units within walking distance to campus. www.PrestigiousUofArentals.com Call 331.8050 (owner/agent) to schedule showing appt. $900- $1700 aug 2010– 1,2,3,4 & 5bdm, neWer homes! all within 2mi to UofA, A/C, Garages and all appl. included. www.GoldenWestManagement.com toll free 866-5455303 *****3br 2ba greaT ADOBE HOUSE AVAIL IN AUG! BIKE TO UA. VERY NICE. VERY CLEAN. MUST SEE! $1199 520-299-5020 **loCaTion**muST See**on mounTain/ Ft. Lowell. 3BR +Den, 2BA, Complete Remodeled- 18in Tiles on Floors &Bathroom Walls, All Appls Incl, Huge Grass Front & Backyard, Cvrd Patio, Carport, Alrm, Avail August 31st $1090/mo.

Call 424-288-6588.

1bd 1ba $600; 1bd 1ba $550; 2bd 1ba $700; 5bd 3ba $2000. Good condition, skylights, ceiling fans, tile floor. 248-1688 1ST/ river. large 3bdr/ 2ba red brick home. Carport, fireplace, large yard w/enclosed porch, w/BBQ. $1000/mo, year lease. 975-3437 myronf@earthlink.net 2bd 1ba houSe. $800/mo. Short walk to North Gate. W/D, D/W, large fenced yard. Available August 1st. Call John 520-429-0396 2bd 1ba houSe. 827 E Helen St (Speedway & Park). Charming wood floors. Good access to NW area of campus. Fenced yard. Includes newer washer and dryer.

Evaporative Mastercooler. Central heating. $1100/mo. 888.3883.

4bd 2ba near Grant/ Mountain.

W/D, D/W, A/C, fenced yard, large Bedrooms. Recently remodeled kitchen & bathrooms. $1300/mo.

Call Alex 520-370-5448 4blKS from CampuS. Newly remodeled 5BD/ 3BA, spacious yard.

Available immediately. For information call 520-990-1714 4br/ 2ba pluS basement, walking dist. to university, parking, non smoking, no pets, 1036 N. 1st Ave, 624-8695 or 360-7818 5bd 4ba graniTe kitchen 2fireplaces, entire place tiled, swimming pool.

Sabino Canyon Rd. $1700/mo. Available August. Call 271-0913.

5br/ 3ba huge House plus basement. Parking, non smoking, no pets, walking dist. to university, wired for internet $2,000/mo 6248695 or 360-7818 a 3bdr 1bTh home by UofA. Washer/ Dryer, carport, tile floors.

Pets ok upon approval. $895. per month plus utilities. 760-728-7161 biKe To CampuS in aug 2010– 2,3,4 &5bdm, neWer homes! within 2mi to UofA, A/C, Garages and all appl. included. www.GoldenWestManagement.com toll free 866545-5303 Charm and ComforT brick 2br home. 7blks to UA. Oak and tile floors, corian counter tops, w/d, gated parking, walled yard, dual cooling. $700/mo. 440-9880. free 1ST monTh with year lease.

2BR, 1BA, large fenced yard, Columbus & Grant, pet ok. $665.

520-682-7877 geT up To $200 off 1ST monThS renT! Save your quarters for playing pool down on 4th Ave we have washers and dryers in select homes! Imagine the time and money you’ll save doing laundry in your own home! 5blocks from campus- 10minutes walking 5minutes on a bike. Close to University Boulevard and 4th Avenue. Call for specials 520.622.8503 or 1725 N. Park Avenue gorgeouS neW 3bd/ 2ba Home in gated community 3miles to campus. Tracy 619-306-2272 mrsduffield@gmail.com granT/ firST avenue, RECENTLY REMODELED LARGE 3BR 2BA, CERAMIC TILE FLOORS, CARPORT, FENCED BACKYARD, QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD. $1195. CALL HOPE 520867-2318

2bd, 1ba neWly remodeled guesthouse, tile throughout, carport, fenced yard, near UofA, W/D. $675/mo. Extra storage. 245-8388.

liKe neW 2005 4bd 2ba. Double wide. large yard, 2blocks Tucson Mall, Busline. $900/mo +deposit744-4117

2bd/ 1ba WalK TO UA! Reduced rent while remodeling work is completed. 838 E Adams (front house). $650/mo. Call Phil 520-903-4353

priCeS STarTing aT $360 per room, per month. geT up To $200 off 1ST monThS renT! Individual leases, private entrances fully furnished 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes available for immediate move in. Call or come by today!

520.622.8503, 1725 N Park Ave Visit us at www.casaespanaapts.com

2bedroomS for renT w/ac.

Country Club/ Glenn. $300/mo +utilities. Only 3.5miles from campus only 15min. Located on bus route1.

520-248-7715 3b,1b, aC, WiFI, furnished, office, guest room. Saltillo tile. 3miles from Univ.; Serious tenants responsible welcome! No pets. 520-235-8755 3bd 2ba. CiTy/ Mountain views.

Swimming pool/ exercise room privileges. Starr Pass, close to Pima and UofA. Contact 740-1424, 9403856 3bd/ 2ba + den, 1700sqft. Remodeled, everything new! A/C, fireplace. Back house 2926 N Tyndall Ave. Under 2miles north of UA. $1150/mo. water pd. 520-903-4353

QuieT neighborhood, Three room cottage, 2103B N Santa Rita, (Mountain & Grant), washer & dryer available, a/c and swamp cooler, water paid. 403-6681 QuieT neighborhood, TWo room cottage, 1173A E Seneca, (in front), (Mountain & Grant), washer, dryer, internet, cable available, water paid 403-6681.

3br houSe. 2334 e. 20th St. Washer/dryer, huge fenced yard. $895. Call Margo 444-1450 Southwest Home Sales

uofa/ umC- Sam Hughes. 2Bd +Den 1.5BA, A/C, W/D, walled yard, covered parking. Available September 1. Pet considered. $1095/ $1000 deposit. 2720 E 9th St. Open Sunday August 8 111. 299-3227

3br/ 1ba, lge AZ room. Washer/ dryer, lge fenced yard, tile. $900/mo plus utilities. $900 deposit. 3620 E. Glenn. connie.sanzo@cox.net or 327-4543

vinTage 2bd houSe 3Blocks from UA. Wood floors, Mexican tile, fireplace, basement, central A/C &heat, parking, laundry, $800/mo, water paid, cats ok. 319-9339

3br/ 2bTh beauTiful Poet’s Corner home, 1560SQFT, spectacular views and yard, 2.5mi from UA, saltillo flooring, spacious rooms, W/D and appliances, A/C +evap.

Perfect for a couple/ family. $1550/mo +security. Email Andrewsterling@gmail.com or call (520)834-3307

5minutes to the uofa 3bd/2ba Completely remodeled. new Kitchen, baths, aC, low-e Windows, and ceramic tile flooring.

Wheelchair accessible. $129,900. maC realty mlS#20929996 520-327-1318

3br/ offiCe, 2baTh, across street from UofA track stadium, 1mile from UofA football stadium. $1150/month. Available now. 2332 E. Winsett. 623-258-0485.

948 S. Tyndall fiX UP 1Bdrm Industrial 130k 5 DN Owner Finance/ 66 Mustang $6,400 Specimen Plants Exterior 225-7031

JuST reduCed!! unbelievable value and price for a brand neW remodeled Condo. mlS#: 21023066. live in a completely newly remodeled luxury 2bed 2bath condo for less than rent! Just one mile from uofa! This is a great find &Â amazing value. great condo just renovated for a lucky owner. new carpet, new paint, new tile, new granite countertops, new master bath, new guest bath vanity, new hood microwave, the cooler just serviced and professionally cleaned. all appliances stay. The condo has a fireplace and its own laundry room! only $89,900! for more info call Kevin Wood @ 520-260-3123Ã Â or Kevin@HomesInfoTucson.com Two houses on one lot less than 2miles north of ua. front: 4bd/ 3ba, 1300sqft. built 2005. back: 3bd/ 2ba +den, 1700sqft. just remodeled. great rental property.

2926 n Tyndall. $309,000 520-9034353 WalK To univerSiTy!! beauTifully remodeled 836 e 7Th ST 2br/ 2ba- neW KiTChenalder/ STainleSS/ graniTeneW roof, a/C/ heaTing & eleCTriC. hiSToriC home loW TaXeS one baTh neW & one redone Covered paTio, fenCedyard Can be 3br. $209,000 Jeff burgman-520322-5222 Tierra anTigua CheCK piCS- TarmlS.Com mlS #21024095 muST See!!!

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Your summer guide to tucson music, movies and art

Weekend ildcat

Monday, Aug. 9

Gallery raises controversy with SB 1070 exhibit

By Gabe Schivone Arizona Summer Wildcat

For the ultimate blues experience, drive to the Desert Diamond Casino to catch B.B. King’s live performance. Enjoy watching the King of Blues play one of the famous Lucilles. 1100 W. Pima Mine Road. Doors open 6 p.m., concert starts 7 p.m. Tickets range from $40-$70 and can be purchased in advance at ticketmaster.com. 294-7777.

More information at www.ddcaz.com.

Tuesday, Aug. 10 Think you can S-P-E-L-L? If so, participate in the fun, challenging Adult Spelling Bee, hosted by SKY.Bar. Winner receives a $25 gift certificate to Brooklyn Pizza Company, the New York-style pizza parlor located next door. 526 N. Fourth Ave. Sign-up begins 6:30 p.m., competition starts 7 p.m. Free. 21+. 622-4300.

Wednesday, Aug. 11 Dance to literature at Powhaus Productions’ presentation of LIT, a literary dance party hosted at The Rialto Theatre. Come dressed like a librarian and enjoy the live readings and music by local authors and artists. Also eat pizza and win prizes. 318 E. Congress St. Doors open 7 p.m. Dancing starts 9 p.m. $3. 18+, bring ID. 740-1000. More information about events, authors and music at www.powhausproductions.com.

Thursday, Aug. 12 Get inspired by human willpower and revolution during The Now Theatre’s presentation of “A Night of Three Short Plays,” hosted by the Rogue Theatre. It’ll feature two plays by Naomi Wallace and a live reading by Nic Adams, followed by an after-show discussion. 300 E. University Blvd. Starts 7:30 p.m. $10 or Pay-WhatYou-Will. 949-547-6067. More information at www.therougetheater.org.

Friday, Aug. 13 For a marathon of concerts, head back to The Rialto Theatre to catch its second installment of 5 Bands for 5 Bucks. It’ll feature local rock artists Brian Lopez, Shaun Harris, The Ghost Dove, Runaway 5 and Dead Western Plains. 318 E. Congress St. Doors open 8 p.m. Starts 9 p.m. $5 admission. 740-1000. More information at www.rialtotheatre.com.

Saturday, Aug. 14

Joe Dusbabek Arts Editor 621-3106 arts@wildcat.arizona.edu

Photo courtesy www.raicestaller222.webs.com

In the midst of Arizona’s current state of political upheaval, Raices Taller 222 Art Gallery and Work Shop is not afraid of controversy. With its most recent show featuring art inspired by the now-infamous Arizona immigration law SB 1070, Raices Taller is promoted as“Tucson’s only Latino-based nonprofit cooperative contemporary art gallery and workshop.”

Raices Taller, which translates to“roots workshop”in Spanish, was formed 13 years ago, according to John Salgado, the president of the gallery.

“The gallery started out as a core group of artists, young and old, who got together originally because they didn’t have access to any of the (for-profit) exhibitions around town. The attitude of the galleries was: ‘We don’t show Latino art — it’s too colorful, too folksy, too political, too cutesy,’”Salgado said.

The aspiring group of artists then started meeting in each others’homes, which later became some of the places shows were first held before they got their own space, Salgado said. Today, the

shop sit just west of campus, near the corner of Sixth Avenue and Sixth Street.

“Unexpectedly, the gallery has become a center of the Arizona arts community,”Salgado said.

Raices doesn’t limit its exhibits to only Latino art, however.

Raices Taller 222 Art Gallery & Workshop 218 E. Sixth St. 881-5335 raicestaller222.webs.com After forming the space, Raices soon started workshops for youth or aspiring artists, many taught by established artists.

“People would say,‘I’ve always wanted to paint, to be an artist,’or,‘My teenage son or daughter wants to paint but I can’t afford to send him (or) her to art school,’”Salgado said.

Raices’most recent show was organized as a political statement to highlight the societal implications of SB1070. In the wake of the bill’s passage in late April, an emergency meeting of RAICES, page 9

Tucson needs more action ... and zombies City, UA deserve their spot in the video game limelight

Tucson is a bigger deal than most people Considering the diversity of the city, there imagine. It’s been featured on television, in is plenty of material to craft a unique story. books, movies and just about any other form Imagine some secret conspiracy having to do of entertainment, except for one: with SB 1070. Tie in some mad video games. So why haven’t any space research that’s taking place designers plopped their character on the university campus. The into our fair city, at least for a visit? aliens are real aliens! Then you I don’t know. But they should and have to go out and explore the vast here’s why: desert landscape to find the base As a whole, Tucson has a lot of of operations and foil the plan what makes a good backdrop for before it can be completed. a story. It’s got the perfect mix of All right, so that’s a pretty shodJason Krell the metropolitan, small town and dy plot, but I threw it together Arts writer completely deserted desert feeling to in about 15 seconds. Give professupply a plotline with plenty of variety. Most cities sionals a real amount of time to craft a story and have a mix of these things, but none like Tucson. they’ll have come up with something much more We’ve got scores of mountains and plenty cohesive. The point is that plenty of genres and of unique flora and fauna in the desert. We’ve existing series would find a great home in Tucson. got our historic downtown and a huge If you take a good look at the UA’s cammilitary base right nearby. We’ve even got a pus from the eyes of a gamer, you’ll notice controversy that’s sent the rest of the country that there are plenty of places that would (and even other parts of the world) into a fury make great “Call of Duty” levels — Integrated and we’re pretty close to the border, where Learning Center, anyone? The university plenty of conflict takes place. Then there’s the might have some problems with being in a fact that Tucson is one of the hottest spots for first-person shooter, but anyone who attends astronomy and other space sciences. Most the UA and plays “Modern Warfare” would importantly, we have the UA itself. love nothing more than dispatching terrorists

in their favorite spots around campus.

If“Call of Duty”isn’t your cup of tea, what about turning Tucson into one giant skate park?

Franchises like“Skate”would have plenty of cool spots to tear up, and considering all their games tend to have a similar climate and environment, it could use a change of location.

Big cities and exotic destinations are tried and true, but we’ve all logged countless hours in New York and Los Angeles. I feel like I’ve seen so much of the Middle East that I’d never need to take a trip there. Same with China. And Russia.

The video game scene could use a few new locations with less renown but plenty of potential. So here’s to hoping all Tucsonans get a chance to see their city finally make its way into the gaming world.

— Jason Krell is a creative writing sophomore.

He can be reached at arts@wildcat.arizona.edu

If you’re seeking variety, check out Second Saturdays Downtown, a monthly event where you can enjoy shopping, dining, arts and entertainment. Enjoy free performances by local bands and performers like Roll Acosta. No specific address; occurs downtown, on Congress Street, Scott Avenue and Sixth Avenue. Free. More information about vendors, events and times at www.2ndsaturdaysdowntown.com.

Sunday, Aug. 15 Find out why girls just want to have fun by catching the live performance from Cyndi Lauper at Sol Casinos’ AVA Amphitheater.

Dance and sing along with the famous ‘80s-pop artist while she performs several of her past hits and her newer material. 5655 W. Valencia Road. Ticket prices can be purchased in advance at avaconcerts.com for $20-$60. Concert starts 7:30 p.m. 800-344-9435. More information at www.casinodelsol.com. ­— compiled by Melissa Guz Photo illustration by Ashlee Salamon