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vol. 34, No. 12

Cal U students help community during The Big Event

CAL U HIRES NEW POLICE CHIEF

The former chief of the Connellsville Police Dept. has been tapped to lead the police department at Cal U. Chief Edward McSheffery began his duties in April.

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THE ARTS Summer concert preview Summer is fast approaching.

Seriously, it’s right around the corner. Summer concerts are a fine human tradition, and Pittsburgh is a stop on some of this year’s biggest tours.

Photo by Cal U Public Affairs

Rob Banks, business administration, and Matt Lazar, graphic design, clean up the grounds at Phillipsburg Cemetary as part of the “Big Event” service day in the California community on April 27. Read the full story and see more photos of the event on Page 6.

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Alumnus opens pawn shop

OPINION

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by Kate Sheldon

show us the letters!

for the Cal Times ____________________________

An empathetic editor’s call to arms. If one were to look at a newspaper’s opinion page and find it mysteriously blank, what would it mean?

Anthony Calderone, 26, of Belle Vernon knew he wanted to own a pawn shop after graduating from California University of Pennsylvania. After finishing his high school education at Belle Vernon High School, Calderone went to Cal U for international studies, business and economics and graduated with a master ‘s degree in legal studies.

After working at Gem’s Quick Cash in Belle Vernon for two years, Calderone had the idea to open his own pawn shop, with no better place than the town of his college alma mater in California Borough.

He opened California Cash

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SPORTS Football team welcomes spring

Cal U’s football program held its annual Red & Black Spring Game on April 27.

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photo by Kate Sheldon Calderone at his new storefront on Wood Street in downtown California, Pa.

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Fast on Wood Street on April 15 – United States Tax Day, with items in the store varying from microwaves and air soft guns to iPods.

Calderone said that electronics are definitely the most popular item in his store.

“My electronics case filled up within the first week,” he said.

“I try and buy anything, really… anything that can be resold.”

Calderone said he could have really used a shop like this to make some extra cash when he attended school at Cal U. He said he is determined to operate his business honestly.

What he wants students and locals of the California area to know is that he tries to pay a fair price and he will always try and go higher than what most other shops will pay.

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Staff Sgt. Chris Catlin on the 7.5-mi. march on Sunday.

Cal U hosts ironmen in uniform _______________________ by

Capt. Robert Prah

for the Cal Times ____________________________ Select service members from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland earned the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge after successfully completing a series of qualification tests from

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April 26 to 28.

The German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge is a decoration awarded by the German Army and authorized by the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force for soldiers or airman who meet or exceed qualification standards.

To be awarded the badge, a German liaison officer must be

present, therefore, German Sgt. Maj. Christian Schneider, liaison officer for the U.S. Army at Ft. Lee, presided.

The first day started out with in-processing on the campus of California University of Pennsylvania. A total of 89 service members came to Cal U to vie for a chance to earn the prestigious German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge. Service members could not be flagged and or barred from reenlistment or carry a profile in order to participate in the event.

On an early Saturday morning, 89 participants took part in several testing events at Adamson stadium on the north part of Cal U’s campus. Following some of the track and field events, the qualifying participants moved to the swimming portion of the testing at Herron Recreation and Fitness Center.

Day one concluded with marksmanship abilities on the pistol range at Westmoreland County Community College Public Safety Training Center in nearby Smithton.

The standard for the event was five shots at three 25-meter targets with a 9mm pistol in a standing firing position. Hitting each target at least once, service members qualified for the gold badge with hitting five of five, silver badge with hitting four of five, and three targets earning the bronze. Up to three attempts were authorized to participants at this event.

The last day offered the long jump and high jump as well as make up testing for those who were unsuccessful on Saturday.

With the morning temperature nearing 55 degrees and the rain falling all morning, participants moved to the Student Association Incorporated’s cross country track. Service members began their road march in their

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May 3, 2013 Army or Air Force combat uniform with rucksacks, weighing a minimum of 33 pounds. Participants could achieve the gold by completing 7.5 miles in 120 minutes, 5.6 miles in 90 minutes or 3.7 miles in 60 minutes.

The event was a test of individual strength, not a competition against other service members. Only 51 service members were present at the awards ceremony on Sunday evening.

27 Pennsylvania Army National Guard soldiers successfully earned the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge on Sunday.

They represent the 1-110 IN, 1-111 IN, 1-112 IN, 2-112 IN, 328 BSB, D/112 (AT), 28 MP Co., and HHC/56 SBCT. The remaining graduates represent the University of Pittsburgh Army & Air Force R.O.T.C. program, Colorado Army National Guard, U.S. Army Reserve and Active Army.

In addition to the service members in the tri-state region, Cal U welcomed back Staff Sgt. Chris Catlin, of Colorado Springs, Co. Staff Sgt. Catlin was the 2007

Police Files Physical harassment

Officers assisted the California Police Department with a call for a man entering an apartment without prior authorization and physically harassing one of the residents on April 24. It was found that the suspect was an ex boyfriend of the victim and further investigation will be conducted by CPD.

Disorderly people

University Police assisted California Borough Police at the intersection of Second street and Wood street with two disorderly people on April 24 at 5:21 p.m.

Cal U Homecoming King and is also an Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran.

Cal U students Joshua Hager, Joseph Haas and Zachary Graybill each earned the gold badge. They are members of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard’s 1-110 IN. The decoration is authorized for all German Soldiers. In the United States military, the German Armed Forces Military Proficiency Badge is one of the few approved foreign awards for wear on the Army Service Uniform. The badge is round on its center and displays the German eagle surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. The badge is awarded in three grades. Grade I is presented in bronze, grade II is presented in silver, and grade III is presented in gold.

Awards were given out in Carter Hall on April 28. The event began with 89 medal hopefuls and ended with 51 medal recipients.

32 individuals earned gold, 17 earned silver and two earned bronze.

nude yeller

Officers responded to a call for a half dressed male screaming obscenities in the second floor hallway of Carter Hall on April 26. Upon arrival the subject had been calmed by his mother and was escorted back to his room without any further incident.

Missing wallet

University Police received a report of a missing wallet on April 27 at approximately 5:23 p.m. The wallet was reported missing somewhere between main campus and the football stadium sometime before 5:00 p.m. on this same date.

Compiled by Jose Negron

CAL TIMES CONTRIBUTORS: Lucie Fremeau Michelle Cooper

Josh Hanna

Meaghan Clister

Let’s go Pens!

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May 3, 2013

The week in weird

NEWS

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Rochester, Pa. (AP) – Police say a western Pennsylvania man tried to blame his drunken driving on his grandmother. The only problem is, she wasn’t there.

Twenty-two-year-old John Ventresca Jr., of Center Township, faces a preliminary hearing Tuesday on drunken driving and other charges stemming from the incident on March 2.

That’s when Rochester police were called to a convenience store after witnesses saw Ventresca pull into a parking lot, but not before striking other cars and hitting a pole in front of the store.

When police arrived, they say Ventresca told them his grandma had been driving and that she was using the store’s restroom. He explained the erratic driving by saying the woman had a broken shoulder and was taking pain pills.

Police charged Ventresca after finding the woman wasn’t in the rest room – or anywhere else nearby.

Gibsonia, Pa. (AP) – Police have released surveillance video from a Pittsburgh-area pet store where they believe a couple stole a tiny Pomeranian puppy worth $700 by concealing it in the woman’s purse.

Hampton Township police released the video Tuesday in hopes someone will recognize the couple seen in the Seahorse pet store on Route 8, just after 2 p.m. Saturday.

Police say the video shows the man adjusting a non-working video camera, apparently in hopes it won’t record the event, before the woman goes into the store’s puppy area. That’s where police believe the woman stuffed the tiny pup into her purse.

The man in the video wearing the blue shirt is the suspect, along with a woman wearing a white jacket. Another couple see in the tape aren’t suspects, but police would like to question them as witnesses.

Golden, Co. (AP) – Authorities in Colorado are looking for a well-groomed man suspected of stealing more than $2,600 worth of teeth-whitening strips, weight-loss pills, probiotics, condoms, Rogaine and other hair-growth products from several Walgreens stores.

Jefferson County sheriff’s officials said Thursday that the thefts happened April 11. The same man also is suspected of stealing from Walgreens stores in Arvada and Golden a day earlier.

Investigators say the man, wearing a sweater, tie, slacks and a neatly groomed mustache and beard, apparently used a coat that he was carrying to conceal the stolen goods. Investigators say it appears he would buy a DVD before leaving the store as a possible cover for the door alarm activating.

Poughkeepsie, Ny. (AP) – Anyone lose a giant head made of Styrofoam and fiberglass?

That’s what officials at an upstate New York college are asking after the men’s crew team found the unusual object floating in the Hudson River.

Officials at Marist College in Poughkeepsie say the team was practicing earlier this week when the coach spotted a large object floating near the river’s west bank. He hooked a rope to it and towed it to the team’s dock on the east bank.

The object turned out to be a 7-foot-tall replica of a man’s head made with Styrofoam and fiberglass. The head has the appearance of a Greek or Roman-style statue.

College officials believe it’s a theater prop, but so far no one has come forward to claim the giant head.

photo courtesy of Cal U Public Affairs

Cal U hires new police chief Cal U’s new police chief, Edward McSheffery.

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by Cal U Public Affairs

for the Cal Times ____________________________ California University of Pennsylvania is pleased to announce that Edward McSheffery, a veteran law enforcement officer with 23 years of experience, has been hired as the new director and chief of the Cal U Police Department.

McSheffery began his duties earlier this month.

The former chief of the Connellsville Police Department in Fayette County, Pa., McSheffery also has experience in university policing. Prior to arriving at Cal U he was assistant director of safety and security at the Community College of Allegheny County and a sergeant and patrol shift leader at Carnegie Mellon University.

In addition, McSheffery has completed advanced training

in a variety of law enforcement topics. He has trained in hostage negotiations and criminal sexuality with the FBI, completed courses in wiretapping and electronic surveillance with the Pennsylvania State Police and earned certification as a firearms and Taser instructor.

The new chief holds a bachelor ’s degree in administration of justice from Penn State University and he is on track to complete a master’s degree in applied criminology this summer at California University of Pennsylvania McSheffery is an advocate of community policing — a style of police work that calls for building strong relationships between officers and the people they protect and serve.

“Here at Cal U, that means getting to know the employees, the faculty and the students on campus,” McSheffery said. “Our police department also has a lot of interaction with borough

police officers and residents of the town.”

“We’re here to enforce the law, but our primary purpose is to create a safe and secure campus environment.”

Cal U’s professional police force offers round-the-clock coverage of the 294-acre campus. In addition to the chief, the department includes 16 sworn police officers, three security officers/ dispatchers and an administrative assistant.

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SUMMER COLLEGE 2013 What can Cal U Summer College do for you?

Improve your GPA (especially for students with a low amount of credits).

Take a class that is hard to get into during the regular semester.

Take a required class that will allow you to get a semester ahead.

Retake a class you received a bad grade in (or failed).

Accumulate extra credits during the year and decrease your time to graduation. This allows you to get ahead of your credits as well. IF you are behind in your major or just need to take some extra classes to stay on pace, Summer College is the perfect solution.

Even better, most summer courses are offered online so you can work on your own schedule

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May 3, 2013

NEW THIS WEEK IN YOUR CONSOLE “Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon” “Poker Night 2”

photo by jamie rider

The Great Paintball War of Spring ‘13 Brave Cal U soldiers (students) waiting to hit the front lines at SABUG’s paintball event.

IN THEATERS “Iron Man 3” “The Happy House” “Love is all You Need” “Desperate Acts of Magic” “Midget Zombie Takeover”

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by Gene Axton editor in chief

____________________________ I was green. I had never been in a paint warzone. I hadn’t even shot a paint gun. When I caught word that SABUG was bringing paintball to the turf at California University of Pennsylvania on April 29, I knew I was hearing the call of duty. It was time to enlist. I was green, but I had no idea just how green I would become.

When I made the decision to fight the colorful fight I chose a few friends to enlist with me.

My fellow “Cal Times” contributors Tyler Kimmel, a senior journalism major, and Jose Negron, a freshman journalism major, joined me to prove that the pen is mightier than the

paintball. We rounded out our four-person platoon with Sean Coyne, a senior graphic design major, and made our way to the inflatable battlefield after a grueling basic training session that basically consisted of every soldier agreeing they had no idea what they were doing.

Our platoon got to the registration office and filled out the necessary paperwork to join the cause. After donning the designated camo shirt, green sweatpants, neck guard, helmet and weapon, we crossed the threshold into battle against an unfamiliar enemy. Actually, they seemed to know Negron, so they weren’t completely unfamiliar.

As the battle began, Negron and Coyne sat up camp in the southwest corner while Kimmel and I took the southeast. We had

counterparts on the other side though – they were just as smart and they weren’t going down without a fight.

One of our opponents exited the skirmish on their own accord after suffering a headshot.

Another followed soon after.

This definitely boosted the morale of our side, but that success was to be short-lived. I took a shot in the hand, rendering me unable to continue. The paintball’s color? Green.

An enemy soldier shot Negron’s weapon not long after I was eliminated, spilling all of his ammunition onto the ground. He was vulnerable and our enemies pounced like animals. The enemy team would sustain another casualty shortly after Negron’s downfall, but the paintball Coyne took to the

arm rendered him useless at the same time. He was never able to graphically design the same again.

Kimmel was our platoon’s last shot at paintball glory. He was playing it smart and using the things he was taught during basic training when a member of the opposing army left their cover to attack Kimmel head-on.

He was caught by surprise – a fatal mistake. Part of Kimmel was painted and our dreams of glory were dashed. It was not in vein, though – the paintball battlefield is a fun place indeed.

Paintball was presented by SABUG. It is a common event here on campus so be sure to play next time it’s here and create some stories of your own. It’s not a bad little war.

Netflix Movie of the Week L O C A L S

IN YOUR STEREO She & Him “Vol. 3”

Deerhunter “Monomania” 98 Degrees “2.0” Various Artists “Through a Dog’s Ear: Music to Calm Your Puppy Vol. 1”

photo courtesy of netflix.com

“Big Fish” In this movie a son is attempting to piece together the life story of his estranged father. The son has created a series of myth and legends surrounding his father base on what he grew up hearing.

The father’s life is shown through flashbacks of his fanciful stories.

Through these tales, the son begins to understand his father’s great feats and his great failings. It’s a touching and imaginative movie that is fun to watch and makes use of great imagery.

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Helena Bonham Carter, Albert Finney Originally Released: January 4, 2004 Genre: Fantasy Drama

O N L Y

by Josh

Hanna

photo courtesy of voices and vessels

Voices and Vessels is a four piece metalcore band from Pittsburgh Pa. They have released three albums so far, two EPs and a full-length album.

On their latest release, “Those Who Deceive EP”, Voices and Vessels starts to head in a more mature direction compared to their last two releases. On their first EP the programming and synthesizer played a heavy part in the music, where as now it carries less of the weight. Their single, “Relentless Precision”, contains less programming/ synthesizer and has a little more focus on the guitar work.

Still keeping a signature heavy sound with their breakdowns they have added higher pitched lead riffs to give the track more fullness.

You can purchase all of Voices and Vessels releases on iTunes, and also catch them on tour this summer.

Check out Voices and Vessels on Facebook (Facebook. com/voicesandvessels), Twitter (Twitter.com/Voicesand), and on iTunes.

Entertainment

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Summer break means summer concerts Marina and the Diamonds

by Jamie

Rider

entertainment editor It’s almost here: summer break! It’s the light and the end of the tunnel for most college students who are burnt out on studying and preparing for finals. The summer season holds so many possibilities, and these possibilities extend to the concert scene. When college students aren’t working hard to earn some cash (or working even harder to get a tan) there are a variety musical acts coming to Pittsburgh that could fill some of that newly-found free time.

Fall Out Boy- May 21 - Stage AE With a new album out and two singles released, Fall Out Boy has come out swinging from their hiatus. Their sound may have changed over the years (much to the chagrin of many), but the music they put out still has an element of fun.

Bands develop over time and it is interesting to see where they came from and where they are now. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show is at Stage AE. Right now tickets aren’t available on Ticketmaster, but that’s expected so close to show time.

If you’re lucky enough to have scored tickets already, enjoy yourself.

Marina and the DiamondsMay 28 - Stage AE This pop act says that rule number one is that you’ve got to have fun. The show doesn’t come with a money back guarantee that you will have fun,

Kenny Chesney

Social Distortion

but we can assume this GreekWelsh singer will do her best to ensure the show holds up to her own standards. Marina and her diamonds are coming all the way from the UK and Pittsburgh is showing her the utmost hospitality at Stage AE. The doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $29.60 after fees are applied.

sound can be best described as a mellow sort of interesting newfangled folk. They released their first album in the UK before the US, which is an interesting fact.

Perhaps this tour will solidify a fan base in their home country.

Doors open at (you guessed it) 7 p.m. and tickets are $27.70 after fees are applied.

Passion Pit- June 6 - Stage AE Indie rock, synthpop, indie pop, alternative dance, indie electronica, new wave, psychedelic – these are all genre names you could assign this band.

Their name evokes thoughts of lasers and other lusty musical characteristics, and they’re bringing it all here. Well, maybe not lasers, but the atmosphere of a party. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $40.60 after fees are applied.

Of Monsters and Men- June 12 - Stage AE Hailing from Iceland, this band has been gaining popularity in the US since their song “Little Talks” swept the nation.

They do have other songs fortunately, so concertgoers will have that to look forward to as well as enthusiastically shouting “hey!” for over four minutes.

Doors open…look, if you don’t know by now there’s no hope for you. Tickets are $38.60 after fees are applied.

Cold War Kids- June 8 - Stage AE This band is bringing the California feel to our corner of the world. They’ve toured with Death Cab for Cutie and their newer material can be compared to Kings of Leon. Touring is something they’re accustomed to (having spent a two year long time period on the road touring worldwide back in 2006) and have decided to add Pittsburgh to their list. Doors open at 7 0p.m. and tickets are $31.10 after fees are applied.

Local Natives- June 10 - Stage AE This is yet another band out of California on the list that are bringing their indie pop/ rock sound to the ‘Burgh. Their

Kenny Chesney- June 22 Heinz Field Country fans rejoice, he’s back again this summer with his No Shoes Nation tour. Despite the title, please wear shoes, look out for the broken glass bottles and bring a camera to record the inevitable fights that will break out. The shows are reportedly a good time despite these setbacks though. It’s even a summer tradition for some people. The show starts at 5 p.m. and ticket prices all depend on where you want to sit. Base tickets are listed at $45.00 (before any fees) and they go up to $250.00+. It’s up to you to decide just how close to the famous country singer you want to be.

Say Anything- June 25 - Stage AE Anyone who chooses to go to this concert will be exposed to witty lyrics and a pop-rock feel.

The band has been around since the early 2000’s and has kept a strong fan base. All members of the band sing back-up vocals at the show so listeners will have a unique experience in that respect. They are also known to do cover songs alongside their original content, so if you’ve never heard of them but still want to go and opportunity to sing along will most likely present itself. Doors open at the usual Stage AE time and tickets are $23.35 after fees are applied.

Social Distortion- June 26 Stage AE Punk’s not dead, and if punk ever died Social Distortion would have to stop touring.

Luckily, this is not the case.

Tumultuous history aside, the band has been a part of the punk scene since the 80’s. If you’re looking for genuine insight to what punk is, then check out this show. The band is said to be releasing a new album this year as well. Doors are at 6:30 p.m. (mixing it up on us) and tickets are $38.60.

Taylor Swift- July 6 - Heinz Field Go to this show and feel 22 – you may not actually be 22, but Taylor Swift doesn’t care.

Age is just a number to her, obviously. Also featured at this show is Ed Sheeran, a popular UK singer who is gaining his own following on this side of

the pond pretty quickly. Heinz Field is once again the venue for a major country concert and the show starts at 6:30 p.m. The base ticket price is $65.00 and goes up to $120.00 before any fees are applied.

Warped Tour 13- July 17 First Niagara Pavilion It’s been 19 years since the first Warped Tour was sponsored by Vans Shoes company. The event starts at 11 a.m. and goes until 9 p.m. It would take entirely too much space to list every band that will be featured (for a complete list visit www.vanswarpedtour.com/bands), but the event will feature Motion City Soundtrack, The Wonder Years, Reel Big Fish and Silverstein at the Pittsburgh date, among other bands. A few tips for Warped Tour patrons: no flip-flops, buy water once then refill the bottle at fountains and don’t wear anything you don’t mind ruining. Also, assume that the crowds will be rough, so if you don’t like being jostled, do not attempt to get close to the stage. Tickets this year are $47.50 after fees are applied.

Honda Civic Tour featuring Maroon 5- August 6 - First Niagara Pavilion This year’s Honda Civic Tour includes Maroon 5 with support Kelly Clarkson. The combination of these two acts is sure to bring in a large crowd. The Honda Civic Tour is known for being one of the bigger concert events of the summer. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets range from $35.00 to $120.00 before any fees are applied.

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The Big Event inspires student-run community service

by Jose

Negron

staff writer

Members of various clubs, fraternities and sororities united on April 27 to participate in what is known as the Big Event. The Big Event is an annual day of community service that unites active members of Cal U’s student body and is organized by the Student Government Association and AmeriCorps students from the Center for Civic Engagement.

Students in the Ultimate Frisbee club, Japanese anime club, geology club, members of Greek life and many others were all assigned a specific area in the community to help residents complete revitalizing tasks. Students painted, washed windows, cut grass and pulled weeds.

Students met in the Natali Student Center in the morning and from there they went out into the California community.

The people the student’s helped appreciated the assistance. In particular, an 85-year-old gentleman who has lived in the same house in California for 78 years.

The event had just as much of an impact on the students of California University who were privileged to do something good to give back.

“It felt amazing to give back to the community at the Big Event,” said Julie Helner, a junior, fisheries and wildlife science. “It was hard work, but seeing the huge impact we made throughout the community and the joy we brought to all the people we helped made it more than worth the effort!”

The day was finished off with a lunch in the food court and the announcement of the winners of Greek Week 2013, Acacia and Delta Zeta.

Photos by Cal U Public Affairs Robert Banks, business administration, and Matt Lazar, graphic design, clean up the grounds at Phillipsburg Cemetary.

Students sweep leaves at Phillipsburg Cemetary.

Students paint a porch at a residence in California Borough.

Photos by Matt Kaminski

DJ Kalish, criminology, at the Center in the Woods.

Kayla Stapf volunteers at a residence in California Borough.

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BSU celebrates at annual formal dinner dance

Guests at the BSU formal filled the dance floor in the Performance Center.

The Black Student Union (BSU) celebrated at their annual formal in the Natali Performance Center on March 9. Held at the conclusion of Cal U’s Black History Month, the BSU Formal featured dining, dancing, and recognized Dr. Kelton Edmonds, Dept. of History and Political Science, as “Mr. Unity” and Mrs. Darla Holmes, administrative support for the Philosophy Dept. and the Modern Language Dept., as “Mrs. Unity” for their outstanding effort to support BSU. photos by Casey Flores

BSU student leaders pose for a formal photo with Mr. and Mrs. Unity, an honor given each year to individuals at Cal U who demonstrate outstanding support for the BSU organization.

What is BSU?

Dr. Kelton Edmonds, Dept. of History and Political Science, “Mr. Unity,” and Mrs. Darla Holmes, administrative support for Philosophy and Modern Languages, “Mrs. Unity.”

Rodney Edwards joins the fun on the dance floor.

The Black Student Union (BSU) is a student organization committed to the stimulation and development of cultural diversity at California University of Pennsylvania through participation in and sponsorship of educational, cultural, and social events on our campus. Any student regardless of race, gender or creed is invited and encouraged to attend all BSU meetings and activities.

Michelle Cooper and Ashley Henry arrive at the BSU formal.

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May 3, 2013

Don’t just read the “Cal Times,” write the “Cal Times” _______________________

by Casey Flores opinion editor

____________________________ The lack of student participation in the newspaper, particularly the opinion section, amazes me. This campus is full of intellectuals, activists and professors yet I have received very few letters to the editor this entire semester.

It is vital to have a free press in a democratic society. The press serves as a watchdog for people in authority, an informer of current and upcoming events and sometimes it’s simply a form of entertainment. Equally

important to journalists’ coverage of newsworthy events are the opinions of the American people. This is why newspapers have opinion sections. The forum provides an opportunity for ideas to be promoted, debated and decided upon.

When a person wanted to make a public statement, he or she would write letters to editor of a newspaper. It still is that way for many politicians, opinion leaders and other passionate people. So, where are the college students?

Are college students simply too busy to write in to the college newspaper? That’s doubtful. Do they perceive themselves as bad writers? Maybe. Does

social media now provide them with a better platform to share their ideas? That could be part of it. I think the main reason, above all, is a lack of vision and passion.

Throughout the semester, I have admittedly written some controversial editorials. Honestly, my reason in doing so was, yes, to be a culture warrior and promote my own agenda, but also because I knew it would take a highly opinionated piece to evoke a response from the college community. Sometimes, this approach worked. Other times, my attempts to rile emotions to the point of action failed.

This semester alone has presented students with ample

opportunities to write letters to the editor. Whether it was the SAI budget debate, student drug use or controversial issues in the media, students largely remained quiet.

It is the go-getters in life who make it far. Students with tenacity and boldness gain the attention of professors, potential employers and possibly the world. All have access to and read the “Cal Times.” Raise your voice. Do not let the fear of your opinions offending people stop you. I haven’t. Where would we be if people like Christopher Columbus, Patrick Henry or Martin Luther King Jr. never spoke up?

Lastly, The “Cal Times,” a stu-

dent-run and student-funded newspaper, welcomes students from every major to write stories on things happening in their lives, clubs and organizations and aspired professions. We provide students with an opportunity to build their portfolios and have their work published.

Students who do not take advantage of this opportunity are not only missing out on a chance to have their voice heard by the college community, they are denying themselves a unique professional development experience.

Do you have something to say about this article or any others?

Write us at caltimes@calu.edu!

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE SUPERHERO? “The Flash, because when I was little I was fast and he’s witty and awesome.”

Scott Majesky (Senior, Secondary Education)

“Spiderman because who doesn’t want to fly on a web?”

Bria Thomas

(Sophomore, Commercial Music Technology)

“Wreck-it-Ralph because he goes through ordeals and pushes through.”

Sarah Martin (Sophomore, Biology)

“Captain America because Chris Evans.”

Bri Lumley (Junior, Graphic Design)

“Batman because he’s just as good as other super heroes with no powers.”

Shawn McCoy (Junior, Public Relations)

“Jesus Christ is my favorite superhero because he died for the sins of the world.”

Taji Lining (Senior, Business)

May 3, 2013

CORNER Michelle Cooper

BSU by

April showers bring May flowers! Happy May everyone! As the semester comes to an end we would like to remind you about the events that we have coming up to end the semester strong.

We are having our annual talent show May 3 at 7 p.m. in the performance center.

It is free to everyone, so come out and enjoy a night of talent! Prizes will be given to first, second, and third place.

Thank you to everyone who came out to our annual block party! We hope you had as much fun as we did.

Also, thank you to Blaire Crumbley, Marquise Edgerson, Jasmine Telly, Brittaney Wilson and Ashley Henry for participating in the Big Event with our BSU eboard.

Our second annual retro party is being held May 4 from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. in the Performance Center and admission is $5. REMINDER: ONE GUEST PER CAL STUDENT. This is an SAI rule. If you have more than one guest, you must find a Cal U student to put their name with. NO exceptions.

The end of the year trip is to Busch Gardens in Virginia on May 11. Tickets are now sold out. If you are coming, the bus leaves from in front of the library at 4 a.m. Please be at the buses by 3:45 a.m. so we can leave on time.

We hope you are all doing well in classes and are finishing the semester strong! Don’t forget about the tutoring center, the writing center and math help that is available on campus. Finals will be here before you know it!

“Respect yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy. You are only going to be as good as the people you surround yourself with so be brave enough to let go of those who keep weighing you down.” -Unknown

The Internship Corner

ORGANIZATIONS

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CAREER ADVANTAGE CORNER Check out Career Services’ Career Advantage Corner each week to find out about hot jobs, upcoming on-campus recruiting, job fairs, and much more!

Check out the new business card designs available at Career Services!

http://www.calu.edu/current-students/career-services/career-resources/business-card/index.jsp

Process for ordering colored business cards • Complete the online business card order form available at http://www.calu.edu/current-students/careerservices/career-resources/business-card/index.jsp • Submit payment to Career Services o Career Services is located in Eberly #230 o Colored business cards are $2.00 for 60 cards (Cash only) o Business card orders will not be processed until payment is received by Career Services • Process Time: 2-3 weeks turn-around time (after payment is received in Career Services’ Office) o Students will be notified via email when business cards are available for pick-up.

Need business cards in a hurry – no problem!

Career Services can print “rush order” black & white business cards within 48 hours once payment is received in the Career Services office.

Rush orders cost $3.00 for 60 cards.

Top ten reasons to complete an internship

By Lucie Fremeau

1.Test out a career—“try before you buy”

What type of work environment do you like? Do you like big corporations or small businesses? Internships let you test out a career before taking the plunge.

2. Boost your resume

Internships are an opportunity to gain valuable experiences that look great on a resume! Stand out from other job applicants by showcasing the projects you worked on during your internship.

3. Networking opportunities

It’s all about who you know. During your internship, you’ll meet tons of professionals that will be able to help you start your career after graduation. And don’t forget: YOUR contacts have even MORE contacts.

4. Experience, experience, experience

In today’s competitive job market, internships can give you an edge over your competition. In fact, most employers look for applicants with two or more internship experiences.

5. Gain confidence

You’ve learned the fundamentals in class, but now it’s time to apply your education to real-life scenarios. Internships give you confidence in successfully completing tasks, public speaking, professionalism and networking.

6. Get credits toward graduation

Students can obtain anywhere from 3 to 12 upper-level academic credits for their internship experiences! 40 hours at your internship is equal to 1 academic credit (120 hours = 3 credits).

Career Services 230 Eberly 724-938-4413

Follow @CalUCareers

careers@calu.edu

www.calu.edu/careers 7. Fulfill major requirements

Many majors at Cal U require internships as part of the curriculum… is yours one of them?

8. Learn new skills

An internship is the perfect way to learn new skills that employers look for in potential employees. Public speaking? Check. Time management? Check. Microsoft Excel?

Check. Giving presentations? Check.

9. Get paid

Although they’re hard to find, some internships give you credits AND get you paid! Start looking early—paid internships are quite competitive.

10. Land a job!

The best part about an internship? Many students are extended job offers from their internship placements! Work hard during your internship and always go above and beyond. You never know when a position with the company will become open.

CLUBS Do you have an upcoming event?

Would you like to promote it in the Cal Times?

Do you want us to cover your event?

Would you like a column in our newspaper on the organizations page? send inquries to caltimes@calu.edu

CAL TIMES

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May 3, 2013

Vulcan baseball moves into first-place tie with Gannon

By Matthew Kifer sports information

The California University of Pennsylvania baseball team scored a combined 22 runs in a doubleheader sweep of Slippery Rock on April 27 in Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) West play at CONSL Energy Park, winning 10-6 and 12-3.

With the sweep, the Vulcans improve to 31-14 overall behind a 13-7 mark in divisional action.

Cal U is now in a first-place tie with Gannon in the PSAC West standings with four games left in league play. Meanwhile, The Rock drops to 29-17 this season with an 11-9 record in divisional action.

In Game 1, sophomore shortstop Matt Peters (Upper Darby, Pa./Upper Darby) paced the offensive effort by going 4-for-4 with two doubles, one RBI and two runs scored.

Junior center fielder Ben Carson (Coal Center, Pa./California) collected two hits and two RBI, while junior third baseman Derrik Zeroski (Clinton, Pa./ West Allegheny) added a pair of hits and scored twice in the victory. Senior first baseman Kyle Petty (Stewartsville, N.J./ Phillipsburg) belted a three-run homer, his fifth of the year, and finished with four RBI. Slippery Rock scored one run in both the first and second before scoring a pair of runs in the top of the third, 4-0. The Vulcans answered with three runs in the bottom of the inning behind five singles and one walk.

Carson delivered an RBI single with runners on the corners and Zeroski scored on a fielder’s choice before senior designated hitter AJ Robinson (Milesburg, Pa./Bald Eagle) delivered a twoout RBI single.

In the bottom of the fourth, Cal U claimed a 9-4 lead after scoring six runs on six hits. Car-

son posted another RBI single before Petty followed with a three-run homer. Peters later lined a double to right-center field that allowed Robinson to score from first before junior right fielder Chuck Gasti (Carmichaels, Pa./Carmichaels) added a two-out, RBI single through the left side.

The Rock trimmed into the deficit with two runs in the fifth before the Vulcans countered in the sixth with a two-out RBI single by freshman left fielder Mick Fennell (Butler, Pa./Butler), 10-6.

Sophomore starter Justin Taylor (Julian, Pa./Bald Eagle), the reigning PSAC West Pitcher of the Week, earned his fourthstraight victory after allowing six runs (five earned) on nine hits in 7.0 innings (105 pitches).

Slippery Rock sophomore Kyle Schneider (5-4) suffered the loss after being roughed up for nine runs (all earned) on 12 hits and two walks in 3.2 innings (92

pitches).

In Game 2, six different Vulcans posted a pair of hits in the victory. Carson finished 2-for-3 with three RBI and one run scored, while Robinson went 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs. Peters and junior left fielder John Orr (Pittsburgh, Pa./Shaler) both collected two hits, scored twice and registered one RBI. Petty and sophomore catcher Will Kaufman (Roanoke, Va./Patrick Henry) each added multi-hit games with one RBI and one run.

After Slippery Rock scored one run in the top of the second, Cal U answered with three runs in the bottom of the inning to take a 3-1 lead. Robinson opened the inning with a solo homer, his second of the year, before Orr and Gasti later delivered back-to-back RBI singles.

The Rock tied the game with two runs in the third before the Vulcans seized control of the game in the fourth with

seven runs on five hits and two walks. Kaufman posted an RBI infield single with the bases loaded before Orr scored on a sacrifice fly. Following a walk, Carson lined a two-run single to left field before Robinson later delivered an RBI double.

Peters added an RBI single in his second plate appearance of the inning to stretch the lead to 10-3. Cal U added a pair of runs with two outs in the fifth behind an RBI triple by Carson and an RBI single by Petty.

Fennell improved to 5-3 this year after yielding three runs (one earned) on seven hits with three strikeouts in 7.0 innings (94 pitches). Slippery Rock starter Jon Anderson (4-1) was saddled with the loss after allowing seven runs (five earned) on five hits and one walk in 3.0plus innings (76 pitches).

Cal U returns to action today when it opens a four-game weekend series with a doubleheader at IUP, starting at 1 p.m.

Red and black spring football game a success for Cal U

The Vulcans participated in their spring football game on April 27. The red team took on the black team in the split squad scrimmage. The Vulcans played in front of a crowd full of former players and future recruits.

Photos By Tyler Kimmel

SPORTS

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May 3, 2013

Freshman Barlow ties school 100 meter rcord

By Matthew Kifer sports information

Freshman Aaron Barlow (Pittsburgh, Pa./Gateway) tied the school record in the 100-meter dash on April 27, as the California University of Pennsylvania men’s track & field team qualified three new entries for the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Championships at the Paul Kaiser Classic hosted by Shippensburg.

Barlow finished third overall in the 100 meters with a blistering time of 10.78 seconds, which ties the school record set by Brian Nichols in 2002. Barlow also placed third in the 200-meter dash at Shippensburg, crossing the finish line in a season-best time of 21.90 seconds.

The Pittsburgh native now

boasts the third-fastest time in the PSAC this season in the 200 meters and ranks fifth in the 100 meters.

Freshman Jaylen Jordan (Pittsburgh, Pa./Gateway) reached the league-qualifying marks in both the long jump and triple jump on Saturday. He finished fifth in the triple jump with a mark of 13.48 meters (44-2.75 feet) and placed 13th overall in the long jump with a distance of 6.58 meters (21-7.25 feet).

Senior Brandon Claypool (Lemoyne, Pa./Trinity) established a personal record in the pole vault and placed second in the event with a height of 4.60 meters (15-1.0 feet). He now boasts the third-best mark in the event in the league this season.

In the discus throw, junior Chris Avampato (Greensburg, Pa./Greensburg Salem) set a

personal best and finished seventh with a heave of 43.63 meters (143-2.0 feet). He also placed sixth in the hammer throw on Saturday with a mark of 45.81 meters (150-3.5 feet).

In the javelin, senior Zach Knight (North East, Pa./North East) finished sixth overall with a distance of 50.00 meters (1640.5 feet).

The Vulcans posted back-toback finishes in the top 10 in the 800-meter run at Shippensburg.

Sophomore Morgan Huegel (Cranberry, Pa./Cranberry) qualified for the PSAC Championships and placed seventh in the event after crossing the finish line in 1 minute, 53.87 seconds.

Freshman Steven Stoffel (Cincinnati, Ohio/Glen Este) ran a season-best time of 1:53.93 to finish eighth overall.

S o p h o m o re N i c k P e z z a (Woodbine, Md./Century) finished third in the 3,000-meter steeplechase with a time of 10:07.13 and classmate Leon Ulrich (Duncannon, Pa./ Susquenita) placed third in the 10,000-meter run at 33:44.59.

In the 400-meter hurdles, freshman Antonio Casterlow finished sixth overall in a field of over 25 runners with a time of 57.14 seconds.

The Vulcans return to action tomorrow, when they compete at the Lock Haven Qualifier.

The PSAC Championships will take place May 9-11 at Millersville, Pa. The Vulcans qualified three more entries for the event at Shippensburg last weekend.

ting a personal record with a time 2 minutes, 13.78 seconds.

She holds the fourth-fastest time in the PSAC in the event this season and surpassed her previous career-best time by nearly two-tenths of a second.

Shell reached the NCAA provisional mark in the long jump and broke the school record with a distance of 5.87 meters (19-3.25 feet). Earlier this season, she tied the school record of 5.55 meters (18-2.5 feet) set by Violet Michaux in 2002. Shell currently boasts the third-best mark in the league and ranks No. 23 in NCAA Division II this season.

Sophomore Danae Burgwin

(Pittsburgh, Pa./West Mifflin) shattered her personal record in the 200-meter dash, placing second in the event with a time of 25.18 seconds.

Junior Monique Sims (Pittsburgh, Pa./Schenley) placed seventh in the 100-meter dash with a time of 12.58 seconds, while classmate Bria Jay (Plum, Pa./Plum) qualified for the league championships in the event with a time of 12.88 seconds.

The 4x100-meter relay of Jay, senior Jordyn Reagan (Masontown, Pa./Albert Gallatin), Burgwin and Sims finished third and established a season-best

scored the game-tying run on a passed ball. Freshman pitcher Alex Sagl (Oakville, Ontario/ Oakville Trafalgar) later delivered a two-out RBI single that scored freshman first baseman Lindsay Reicoff (Pittsburgh, Pa./Chartiers Valley), who reached on a walk.

The Vulcans added an insurance run in the seventh when Reicoff scored from first on a double by sophomore shortstop Breanna Morris (Waynesburg, Pa./Waynesburg Central), 3-1.

Sagl improved to 16-1 this season after yielding one run (earned) on four hits and posting seven strikeouts in 7.0 innings (109 pitches). Golden Knights senior Megan Dragaon (12-5) suffered the loss after allowing three runs (all earned) on six hits and two walks in 7.0 innings (130 pitches).

Reicoff scored two of the team’s three runs and six different players collected one hit in the victory.

In Game 2, the Vulcans opened the first with five-straight singles to take a 4-0 lead. With runners on first and second,

Morris delivered an RBI single and Sagl later added a two-run single before the last run of the inning scored on a ground-out.

Sagl led off the third with a double and advanced to third on a sacrifice bunt before scoring on an error. In the fourth, Lia and Reicoff collected back-to-back singles to open the inning before Lia later scored on a ground-out.

The Golden Knights avoided the shutout by belting a two-run homer in the bottom of the fifth.

Freshman Haley Bashada (Belle Vernon, Pa. / Belle Vernon) earned the complete-game victory after allowing two runs (both earned) on six hits over 7.0 innings (84 pitches). Gannon starter Erica Bartholow (7-2) was saddled with the loss after surrendering six runs (five earned) on 10 hits in 3.0-plus innings (60 pitches).

Reicoff went 3-for-4 with one run scored, while Sagl finished 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run. Lia collected two hits and scored twice in the nightcap.

Cal U returns to action in the double-elimination PSAC Tournament from May 1-4.

time of 48.10 seconds.

In the 1,500-meter run, sophomore Alex Zanella (Everett, Pa./ Everett) placed sixth with a time of 4:47.46 and redshirt senior Brittney Kanach (Pottstown, Pa./Pottsgrove) finished eighth overall with a career-best time of 4:49.13. Fellow senior Brittany Amori (Plum, Pa./Plum) placed seventh in the 5,000-meter run on Saturday with a time of 19:03.40.

Sophomore Allison Hall (Jackson, Pa./Blue Ridge) and senior Shantae Motley (Burlington, N.J./Burlington City) both qualified for the PSAC Championships at Shippensburg. Hall placed sixth in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:18.93, while Motley finished seventh in the 400-meter dash at 59.84 seconds.

In addition to Shell’s recordbreaking performance, junior Carly Senko (New Castle, Pa./ Shenango) improved her league-

NFL Draft OL Eric Kush 6th round, 170th overall Kansas City Chiefs Highest Vulcans player ever selected

CB Rontez Miles Signed as undrafted free agent by New York Jets

Women’s track qualifies four new entries for PSAC finals

By Matthew Kifer

sports information

Senior Sandy Estep (Fredericksburg, Va./Chancellor) and freshman Imani Shell (Philadelphia, Pa./Friends’ Central) each reached NCAA provisional marks on April 27, as the Vulcans qualified four new entries for the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Championships at the Paul Kaiser Classic hosted by Shippensburg.

Estep eclipsed the NCAA provisional standard in the 800-meter run on Saturday, set-

Softball earns top seed in PSACs

By Matthew Kifer sports information

The No. 7 California University of Pennsylvania softball team closed the regular season with a doubleheader sweep at Gannon in Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) West play on April 27, winning 3-1 and 6-2.

With the sweep, the Vulcans improve to 32-2 this season behind a 15-1 mark in league play.

Cal U opens play in next week’s PSAC Tournament against Mansfield on Wednesday, May 1, in Quakertown, Pa. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights fall to 2211 overall with a 7-9 record in divisional action.

In Game 1, Gannon took a 1-0 lead behind three-straight singles in the bottom of the first and held the lead until Cal U posted a pair of runs in the top of the sixth, 2-1.

Junior second baseman Shelby Lia (Whitby, Ontario/Donald A. Wilson) opened the sixth with a ground-rule double and

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qualifying mark in the long jump by clearing 5.50 meters (18-0.5 feet). Junior Sierra Rogers (Port Tobacco, Md./Maurice J. McDonough) qualified for the PSAC Championships in the triple jump with a distance of 10.86 meters (35-7.75 feet).

Senior Katurrah HaymanAlston (Philadelphia, Pa./Paul Robeson) ran a season-best time of 14.82 seconds to place fourth in the 100-meter hurdles and placed fifth in the 400-meter hurdles with a time of 1:04.48.

In the shot put, senior Samantha Minich (Clinton, Pa./South Side Beaver) placed fifth with a heave of 11.52 meters (37-9.5 feet).

The Vulcans return to action tomorrow, when they compete at the Lock Haven Qualifier. The Lock Haven meet is the last meet of the regular season.

The PSAC Championships will tak place May 9-11.

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CAL TIMES

May 3, 2013

Running back Jeff Knox Jr. is flipped on his head after jumping over the line.

Photos By Tyler Kimmel Quarterback Cody Schroeder throws a short pass to a receiver at Saturday’s Red and Black Spring Game.

Knox Jr. leaps over the line to try to get into the end zone.

Schroeder drops back to pass against the red squad.