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Looming strike center stage at faculty-staff convocation
photo by: Casey Flores Professor Gregory Harrison, of Cal U’s art and design department, was asked to show a sign made in event of a faculty strike during Tuesday’s Faculty-Staff Convocation in the Convocation Center. by
Tyler Kimmel
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The California University of Pennsylvania Faculty-Staff Convocation on Tuesday was filled with both good and bad news for the students, faculty and staff at Cal U. The bad news, unfortunately, outweighed the good. Cal U professor and Cal-chapter APSCUF (The Association of Pennsylvania State College & University Faculties) President Michael Slavin presented a rather bleak outlook on the ongoing contract negotiations between the faculty union and the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. “We don’t want to strike, but we will,” Slavin said, while faculty member Gregory Harrison held up a sign with the slogan on it (pictured above). Slavin said the potential strike is a result of “a nationwide attack on public education.” Universities and schools are getting less money across the country, which is hurting their professors and students.
Professors have to pay the highest percent of health care of any other Pennsylvania state employee, he said. Less money for universities means there’s less money to pay staff. Other state schools had 50 percent of their budget to pay staff, while Cal U had less than 33 percent of the budget for faculty. Less money also hurts students. Student’s tuition has risen five percent, fees have tripled and class sizes have grown over the last few years. Less money for scholarships and loans and an increase in college costs has made attending college harder for many students, Slavin said. Professors are fighting back. “APSCUF is saying enough is enough,” Slavin said. Slavin also went over a strike plan for over the next few weeks if a strike does take place. Today, Feb. 1, is the next scheduled negotiation session. If a deal is not reached, a strike will most likely take place. On Tuesday, Feb. 5, there will be a faculty only meeting about the contract negotiations, then on Feb. 12, Slavin plans an open meeting
for any students or staff who have questions about the strike in Steele Hall. That is if there is a strike. However, Slavin doesn’t sound optimistic about a new deal being reached. “The way the game has been played, I don’t think it’s going to happen,” Slavin said. Even if there is a strike, classes are supposed to go on as scheduled. Also during the faculty/staff convocation, Acting Provost Bruce Barnhart announced that undergraduate enrollment is down 10 percent from last spring and graduate enrollment is down five percent as of the first day of classes. Cal U President Geraldine Jones did have some good news for students and faculty-staff. President Jones announced that Cal U’s budget deficit is down from $4.2 million in August to $2.9 million currently. She emphasized that Cal U is currently, and will continue to, spend money wisely and in the right areas. “We will not spend more than we have earned in revenue,”
Jones said. President Jones also reiterated the importannce of Cal U’s professors and staff members. She said that no faculty lay offs or cuts have been discussed or will be discussed in order to save money. “You are more than salary figures on a spreadsheet,” Jones said. A scholarship was also dedicated to Jones during the convocation. The Geraldine M. Jones Scholarship will be awarded to a female student of color. Jones had no idea this was coming and was surprised and honored. Cal U professor and co-adviser for Cal U’s annual Black History Month celebration, Harrison Pinckney, made the announcement. The scholarship will be awarded with a priority to a student in the commercial music technology program because Jones earned her undergraduate degree in music education. She earned that degree right here at Cal U in 1972. Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA. The winner will receive
$500 for three years. There was some good news for students. There will now be no class on Monday, April 1, the day after Easter in spring 2013. Starting in fall 2013, Thanksgiving break will be a week long. Reading Day and Mission Day has been eliminated in order to accommodate the new schedule. There will also be a new food truck near Azorsky where students can get food. The truck is expected to start mid-spring 2013. Although there was some good news for students and staff, it is the bad that will have the biggest impact. The looming strike is a real possibility and will change the spring semester for everyone, beginning as early as this coming week. “We don’t want to go on strike, but unfortunately, we will,” Slavin said. For the latest news on the possible strike, what it means for our institutions and what it means for you, check out the Facebook page or www. caltimes.org.
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Arrest - narcotics
California University Police initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of the Route 43 North on-ramp at 2:57 a.m., Jan. 6. During the course of this traffic stop, the vehicle’s 19 year old driver was found to be in possession of narcotics within his vehicle. The driver was arrested and charged with possession of a small amount of marijuanna and a traffic violation.
Theft
University Police took report of stolen consumer goods from Hamer Hall at 9:20 a.m. on Jan. 8.
Missing person located near campus University Police located an elderly man on the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks near Watkins Hall at 7:20 p.m. on Jan. 18. The man had wandered away from a personal care home in Centerville earlier in the day, prompting an active search involving multiple agencies and a State Police helicopter. The man was transported to Mon Valley hospital by Brownsville EMS for treatment for possible hypothermia and other injuries.
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University Police were called to assist California Boro at 10 Harrison Road for a suspicious persons report on Jan. 13. University Police gathered information from the complainant and relayed it to Boro Police.
Traffic stop
University Police cited a driver of vehicle for driving with an expired registration on Jan. 22.
Accidental alarm
University Police received a fire alarm from Morgan Hall on Jan. 23. The alarm was accidentally activated by construction personnel.
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CAL U What is your favorite place QUESTION to chill on campus? “My friends and I usually play wallyball in the racquetball court.” Nicole Alfer, Sophomore, Secondary Ed. Social Studies
“My favorite place is my room.” Daxton Cates, Freshman, Criminology
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“I like to go to the dek hockey courts.” Allison Steinheiser, Grad Student, Business Administration
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FEBRUARY 01, 2013
“Perks of Being a Wallflower” lives up to expectations
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entertainment editor Every time a book is turned in to a movie there is a series of thoughts that go through fan’s minds. Usually a series of bitter resentful thoughts about how writers better stick to the plot line, who had the great idea to ruin a perfectly good book and that if it doesn’t live up to the standards of the book it should be cursed to the depths of cinematography hell. Thanks to the company who headed the project hiring the actual author of Perks of Being a Wallflower, Stephen Chbosky, to write the screenplay, everything lives up to expectations and more. Chbosky produced the film as well, and his vision is not lost in this adaptation of a
book that is beloved by so many readers It’s hard to watch something play out on a screen when you’ve already constructed this idea of it in your mind, and it’s hard to read a book after you’ve seen a film because someone has already projected their own vision of it onto you. This movie makes for an interchangeable experience for those who haven’t read the book yet and those who have. It won’t matter if you’re a long time fan or someone who is just catching up with the hype. Perks of Being a Wallflower boasts the names of some pretty recognizable stars. Logan Lerman (The Three Musketeers, Percy Jackson & the Olympians) is cast as the main character Charlie. He plays the soft-spo-
ken and insightful “wallflower” with a presence that commands attention but doesn’t go outside the constructs of his characters subdued personality. Emma Watson (in her first big movie since the Harry Potter franchise) is the charming love interest named Sam. Spunky and sporting an American accent you don’t sit through the movie thinking, “okay Hermione, what do you think you’re doing?” As a fairly new name on the movie scene, Ezra Miller provides comic relief as a friend of Charlie’ and Sam’s stepbrother. The chemistry between these three is a pleasure to watch play out on the screen. Also featured are Nina Dobrev (Vampire Diaries) as Charlie’s sister and Paul Rudd (Role Models, This Is 40) as a teacher and mentor.
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“Charlie Bartlett” This movie follows high school student Charlie Bartlett as he becomes the self appointed psychiatrist of the student body. He fakes mental illnesses by looking up the symptoms in books and his doctor prescribes the appropriate medication that he then turns over to the kids in his school who are looking for some help. Obviously this brings some trouble along with it. Starring: Anton Yelchin, Kat Dennings and Robert Downey Jr. Genre: Indie Comedy Originally Released: May 1, 2007
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The main thing to know about the plot is that it’s about a high school freshman finding his way, but not in a cheesy and overdone sort of way. It’s specific and pointed in the main arch (you won’t be getting any feel good, high school is awful but you’ll survive message here) but still has points that are relatable. It’s about the people in your life and overcoming the obstacles that aren’t simply bullies or the desire to be popular. Life is always changing and this movie glides through the changes a year can hold with grace. It doesn’t hurt that the movie has scenes that are easily recognized as being shot in the close to home city of Pittsburgh. The Liberty Tunnels and the skyline are a beautiful sight and give a feeling of pride for those who
have grown up in the area and frequent the city. Watching a movie where you can point at a scene and say, “I’ve been there, I’ve totally been there” is a pretty cool feeling. “Perks of Being a Wallflower” simply does not disappoint. The story keeps a good pace, the characters are believable and you are treated as an intelligent and emotionally capable viewer. It brings on big feelings about big things, and sometimes those things aren’t necessarily what you wanted to feel but you’ll be glad for it in the end. More movies should resonate somewhere deep within you in a way you didn’t even know was possible, and that’s what this movie does. Now go… just go watch the movie and (yes, I’m going to say it) feel infinite.
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For the first Locals Only column, I chose a band that is making a heavy hit in the Pittsburgh metal/metalcore scene. Insult to Injury is a five piece metal band from the Pittsburgh area. They have opened for signed acts such as Dweller, Volumes, Veil of Maya and Upon a Burning Body. Recently, they have released their debut EP, “Dead Weight.” The songs on “Dead Weight” are very technical, bouncy and full of meaningful lyrics. The first single off of the album, “Changes,” is a track that talks about going through changes in life and how to face them. For vocalist Geremy Andreaco, these changes made him work harder for what he wants in life as he allowed these changes to alter him. The second single, “Sacrifices,” is about sacrificing things in life to achieve certain goals. A very heavy album overall that carries the theme of achieving the goals you set for yourself. The start of 2013 has started to show awesome potential in the keystone state for local music. If you are into heavy metal or local music in general, “Dead Weight” should be the first purchase this year for your music collection. You can check out Insult to Injury on Facebook (www.facebook.com/insultto), Twitter (www.twitter.com/insultto), Youtube (www.youtube.com/insulttotv) and Tumblr (insultto. tumblr.com) If you are interested in having your band featured in the Local Band of the Week or on WCAL’s local radio show, Locals Only, please send a email with links to music to Josh Hanna at Han1231@calu.edu
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February 1, 2013
Big man on campus: LiL-D Da Prince by jamie rider
entertainment editor
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In recent years, the Pittsburgh hip hop scene has produced successful rappers like Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller. Here on the small campus of California University of Pennsylvania, there is a student making moves to do the same thing. Daeshawn Ballard, who goes by LiL-D Da Prince, is a junior on a full academic scholarship working on making his dream of being a world famous artist a reality. In 2011 at the Pittsburgh Hip Hop Awards, he was named the Best Hip Hop Artist under 21, a title that was taken by Mac Miller the year before. It’s an honor and a clear statement that he’s headed in the right direction. “Freshman 15,” his fourth studio album, was released this past October with 18 tracks filled with lyrics about life, his dreams and the college experience. It features catchy hooks and songs that are easy to listen to. The music has the same elements as other popular artists out there but brings his own unique sound as well. The lack of expletives in the songs
is something noteworthy for listeners since most hip hop artists today use jarring language to add emotion to tracks. Lil-D manages this without swearing. His lyrics flow nicely and head bobbing is inevitable. “Hello” is probably the catchiest tune on the album, talking about a relationship with a girl who was infatuated at their first hello. Songs that also stand out are “Ready,” “Letcha Spirit Free” and “We’re Done.” Lil-D is set to release his fifth studio album, “The King’s Son,” on Feb. 12. With this release, he has goals set to go on tour, get his music scored into video games and commercials and in the end get signed to a major label that will take his career to the next level. For more information on LilD, you can visit his website at http://www.lilddaprince.com. He’s also on Twitter as @lilddaprince412 and has a Facebook page. Visit http://www.datpiff. com/LiL-D-Da-Prince-Freshman-15-mixtape.406861.html to listen to “Freshman 15” and support a local artist who is trying to break through the hip-hop scene and get his voice heard.
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NEW THIS WEEK IN YOUR CONSOLE “Hitman HD Collection” “Bioshock Ultimate Edition”
IN THEATERS “Stand Up Guys” “Sound City” “The Last Gladiators“ “Girl’s Against Boys” “Bullet to the Head” “Warm Bodies”
IN YOUR STEREO Indian “Somewhere Else”
Tegan and Sara “Heartthrob” The Ruby Suns “Christopher” Hatebreed “The Divinity of Purpose”
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ENTERTAINMENT
Spring 2013 movie preview
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The first day of February sees a couple big releases hit theaters. “Warm Bodies,” based on the novel by Isaac Marion, tells the story of a zombie named R who falls in love and finds himself. Feb. 8 brings the surreal breakup story “A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III,” written and directed by Roman Coppola (writer, “Moonrise Kingdom”), to a theater near you. Valentine’s Day comes the week after, and curiously enough, movie executives though the day for lovers would be the perfect opportunity to release a new movie in the “Die Hard” franchise. However, if large explosions aren’t you and your significant other’s cup of tea, you have another option. “Beautiful Creatures,” based on the novel by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl, tells the story of a witch named Lena who falls in love and finds herself. New WWE Champion Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson helps round out February with “Snitch,” a movie about commiting crimes to somehow get someone out of jail.
MARCH
March has been a strong month for movies in recent years. “The Hunger Games,” “21 Jump Street,” “The Lorax” and “John Carter” were all released during March 2012, and this year the month looks just as strong. March will kick off with “Jack The Giant Slayer,” a reimaging of the classic children’s story by director Bryan Singer (“X-Men”). The second week of March sees Disney release “Oz: The Great and Powerful,” the much-anticipated origin story of the wonderful wizard of Oz (James Franco). “The ABCs of Death,” an ambitious anthology film made up of 26 segments from various directors, will take on Oz for box office supremacy. Later in the month, Steve Carell, Steve Bucemi and Jim Carrey will don ridiculous outfits in the name of magic in “The Incredible Burt Wonderstone” and The Rock will continue his dominance of the action genre with “G.I. Joe: Retaliation.” Indie comedy “Wrong” may prove to be most intriguing film of March, though. The movie chronicles one man’s search for his dog, but with a slight twist: its written and directed by Quentin Dupieux (“Rubber”).
APRIL
“Evil Dead” is a beloved cult classic, and on April 5 the original producers of the film will unleash their remake onto audiences across America. April 5 will also see the release of “Upstream Color,” a love story with a hint of fantasy that is already garnering rave reviews from critics. Add in the 3D release of “Jurassic Park” and the promising “Brass Teapot,” and movie theaters will be starting strong in April. On April 19, audiences will be treated to the new Tom Cruise sci-fi flick “Oblivion,” a new film in the “Scary Movie” franchise and a Steve Jobs biopic starring Ashton Kutcher as the tech visionary. Rom-com “The Big Wedding” ends April with an ensemble cast that is sure to please casual moviegoers. But wait, no month this year is complete without The Rock! The Great One stars alongside Mark Wahlberg and Anthony Mackie in Michael Bay’s “Pain & Gain,” which features the group laying the smack down on some jabronis.
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Student Center springs to life as the semester begins... Photos by: Casey Flores
Kathleen White (graduate student, clinical mental health counseling) purchases items for the semester in the Cal U Bookstore.
We’re back! Cal U’s spring semester 2013 commenced on Monday, Jan. 28. The Natali Student Center was bustling with activity as students returned for the opening week of classes. Students lined up in the Cal U Bookstore to purchase textbooks and other items and many visited the new coffee shop, Modeco, which features specialty coffees, teas and pastries.
Sarah Drudy (sophomore, business management) and Liz Venturella (sophomore, secondary math education) reunite after a six week break from classes.
Erik Donaldson (junior, public relations) makes a purchase at the new coffee shop Modeco!
Musician Gary Johnson performs in the Student Center lounge.
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Sneak peek at Puppy Bowl IX
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The Twinkie: One step closer to comeback NEW YORK (AP) — The indestructible Twinkie appears to be one step closer to a comeback. Hostess Brands is close to announcing that it has picked two investment firms — C. Dean Metropoulos & Co. and Apollo Global Management — as the lead bidders for its Twinkies and other snack cakes, according to a source close to the situation who was not authorized to comment publicly on the talks. The joint “stalking horse” bid would set the floor for an auction process that lets competitors make better offers. A judge would have to approve any final sale. After years of management turmoil and turnover, Hostess declared it was going out of business and
selling its brands in November. The company, based in Irving, Texas, has already announced separate lead bidders for its other brands. McKee Foods, which makes Little Debbie snack cakes, was picked as the lead bidder for Drake’s cakes, which include Devil Dogs, Funny Bones and Yodels. Flowers Foods, which makes Tastykakes and a variety of breads, was picked as the lead bidder for six of Hostess’ major bread brands, including Wonder. United States Bakery Inc. was picked as the lead bidder for a number of smaller bread brands. Citing sources close to the situation it did not name, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday that the offer for Twinkies and other snack cakes by C. Dean
Metropoulos and Apollo would be for more than $400 million. The report said that the deal could be disclosed as early as Tuesday. C. Dean Metropoulos owns Pabst Brewing Co. A representative for Apollo declined to comment. A representative for C. Dean Metropoulos did not return calls for comment. Hostess has stressed in bankruptcy proceedings that it needs to move quickly in the sale of its brands to capitalize on the outpouring of nostalgia and media coverage prompted by its demise. The longer the cakes and breads are off shelves, the more people will become accustomed to eating cakes and breads by rivals, the company has said.
Spring Break - Top Destinations NEW YORK (AP) — No surprise here: The Mexican beach resort of Cancun tops the list of spring break destinations for customers of STA Travel, which specializes in travel for students, college-age and young adult travelers. Following Cancun on the STA list were Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic; Puerto Vallarta, also a Mexican beach resort area; Panama City Beach, Fla., and Jamaica. STA spokeswoman Teresa Cordova says the list is based on numbers of bookings by STA customers, who are mostly in the 18-25
age range, for all-inclusive spring break trips. Many U.S. colleges have a week off from classes mid-semester, typically in March, and it’s an annual tradition for some students — especially those from campuses in cold parts of the country — to spend the week soaking up sunshine and partying in warmer climes. In recent years, however, some students have used their week off for other pursuits, including volunteering, weeklong careerbuilding externships, and adventure travel in places that offer hiking, extreme
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — There will be a winner and a loser every Super Bowl Sunday. But at the “Puppy Bowl,” it’s always a win for animal shelters. The show provides national exposure to the shelters across the country that provide the puppy athletes and the kittens that star in the halftime show, and introduces viewers to the different breeds and animals that need homes, animal workers say. Many shelters see bumps in visits from viewers who are inspired to adopt a pet. “It raises awareness for our shelter and others that take part,” said Madeline Bernstein, president and CEO of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles. “It shows dogs in a happy, playful, fun way, which makes people think, ‘Gee, I could play with a dog too.’ You hope it will also stimulate adoptions, and if not, at least a positive attitude toward dogs, rather than they are just hairy and smelly.” The “Puppy Bowl,” an annual two-hour TV special that mimics a football game with canine players, made its debut eight years ago on The Animal Planet. Dogs score touchdowns on a 10-by-19-foot gridiron carpet when they cross the goal line with a toy. There is a Most Valuable Pup award, a water bowl cam, a new lipstick cam (it’s in the lips of the toys), slow-motion cameras, hedgehog referees, a puppy hot tub and a blimp with a crew of hamsters. Bios on each puppy player flash across the screen during close-ups of the action, letting viewers know how to find each animal for adoption. Most of the puppies, however, are usually adopted by airtime since the show is filmed months ahead, said executive producer Melinda Toporoff, who is working on her fifth “Puppy Bowl.” But Bernstein said the point is to show that animals just like the ones on the show can be found at any shelter at any time.
“A lot of people have come in during the last year and said, ‘I want a dog just like Fumble,’” she said, referring to spcaLA’s player entry in “Puppy Bowl VIII” who earned the game’s Most Valuable Pup crown. About 300 puppies and kittens have been featured on “Puppy Bowl” over the last decade, according to Petfinder.com, the country’s largest online pet adoption database that helps cast the show’s animal stars. “Shelters and rescues are at capacity, and pet adoption is the responsible way to add to your family,” said Sara Kent, who oversees outreach to the 14,000 shelters and rescues that Petfinder works with. The inaugural “Puppy Bowl,” which was promoted as an alternative to the Super Bowl, had 22 puppies and was watched by nearly 6 million viewers. Nearly 9 million tuned in last year and another 1.4 million watched via video streams, Toporoff said. “Puppy Bowl IX” will feature 84 animals, including 21 kittens from a New York shelter for the halftime show, and 63 puppies from 23 shelters. Only four of the puppies have yet to find new homes, Toporoff said. They include Tyson, Daphne and Sacha — three pit bull mixes from the Pitter Patter Animal Rescue in Silver Lake, Wis., — and Jenny, a terrier mix from the Pitty Love Rescue in Rochester, N.Y. “I don’t know if there’s any bigger forum for getting something out on adoption. We make sure the message gets out there. We make clear that these dogs need homes and that all animals have come to us during the adoption process,” Toporoff said. The “Puppy Bowl” airs on Feb. 3 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in all time zones and will keep repeating until 3 a.m. The Super Bowl starts at 6:30 p.m. ET and 3:30 p.m. PT.
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FEBRUARY 1, 2013
San Francisco 49ers vs. Baltimore Ravens: Who Wins?
By Tyler Kimmel sports editor
The San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens is a matchup for the ages in Super Bowl XLVII. It is also a terrible matchup for Steelers fans. If the 49ers win, they will clinch their sixth Super Bowl, tying the Steelers for the most all time. If the Ravens win, Steelers fans will watch their archrivals celebrate in New Orleans. Although fans in Pittsburgh would much rather see their beloved black and gold in the big game, this game is still important to the Steel City. Here are my 10 things to watch for in Super Bowl XLVII. 10. Defense Wins Championships The Ravens defense has been the talk of the playoffs thus far, mainly because of linebacker Ray Lewis. The defense has been playing well while Lewis is getting all the headlines because of his retirement. Meanwhile, the 49ers defense was ranked third in the regular season during the
regular season. They were second in points allowed per game and featured six pro-bowlers. 9. Brotherly Love If you haven’t heard, the two head coaches in the Super Bowl are related. Jim and John Harbaugh are, in fact, brothers. Some football fans expected a Manning brothers Super Bowl this season. The Harbuagh brothers will have to do for now. 8. Showtime at Halftime Beyonce made waves when she was caught lip-syncing at the Presidential Inauguration. Fans will now be even more interested in the halftime show and trying to tell if Beyonce is actually singing. There have also been rumblings of a Destiny’s Child reunion or a Justin Timberlake guest appearance during the halftime performance. Jay-Z will have to keep his eye on Timberlake if he performs, since he’s been known to cause a “wardrobe malfunction.” 7. The Rise of Kaepernick
49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has been unstoppable in the playoffs. He ran for 181 yards, an NFL-record for a quarterback, against the Green Bay Packers. Then, when his team was down 17-0 on the road at Atlanta, Kaeprnick remained calm and led them to a comefrom-behind victory. He will have to have his best game yet in order for the 49ers to come out on top. 6. Wacko for Flacco Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco was laughed at by critics when he said he was a top five quarterback over the summer. Flacco has been exceptional this postseason, throwing eight touchdowns and zero interceptions. He’s defeated future hall of famers Peyton Manning and Tom Brady on the road. The knock on Flacco is that he’s not clutch. In the fourth quarter, will Flacco remain “Joe Cool” or will he falter and cost the Ravens their second championship? 5. Puppy Power A few hours before kickoff,
Puppy Bowl IX will take place on Animal Planet. Viewers get to enjoy puppies running around being puppies. Who doesn’t like watching puppies being cute puppies? If cats are your forte, there is also the kitten halftime show. So much cuteness.
4. Commercial Break A 30-second ad during the Super Bowl costs businesses between $3.7 and $3.8 million. Many people watch the big game just for the commercials, but they have been lacking a comedic punch over the last few years. What product will be the big winner on Feb. 3? 3. Mr. Smith 49ers quarterback Alex Smith lost his starting job to Kaepernick in week 10 of the regular season when he suffered a concussion. Smith’s reaction when the game goes final will be interesting to say the least. If San Francisco loses, is Smith happy because he thinks they would have won if he was starting? If they win, is Smith bitter because he’s not getting the glory that
Kaepernick will get?
2. Retirement Party If you haven’t heard by now, the Super Bowl will be Lewis’s final game. How many times will he cry on Sunday? Will Lewis cry more if he gets his second ring or if he goes out as a loser? Will he cry if Flacco throws an interception or if Kaepernick goes racing by him for a score? The question isn’t will Lewis cry, but how much? 1. Pittsburgh Dad’s Reaction If you’re from Pittsburgh, you’ve probably watched a few Pittsburgh Dad Youtube videos. He’s a diehard Steelers fan while his neighbor Tom is a Ravens fan. If the Ravens win, how upset will Pittsburgh Dad be in his post-Super Bowl video? “Can it Tom, yinz guys only got two rings. Call me when ya got seven.” But if Baltimore loses, how badly will Pittsburgh Dad rip on his rival? “Hey Tom, can I offer you some choke-a-cola? And why are yinz still cryin’ so much? You just finish watchin’ Marley & Me?”
Below: The San Francisco 49ers already have five Lombardi Trophys. They will be looking to win their sixth and tie the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most Super Bowl wins by any franchise.
Below: The Ravens visited the White House in 2001 after they defeated the Giants in Super Bowl XXXV. Baltimore is hoping make another White House trip this summer.
Above: Ray Lewis returns to the Super Bowl looking to clinch his second title before he retires. Photos courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
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Winter sports coming to a close, spring sports set to begin By José Negron for the Cal Times
The new semester is upon us here at California University of Pennsylvania, which means the 2013 spring sports season is just around the corner. Teams such as Cal U’s baseball team, softball team and track & field team are preparing to begin their 2013 campaigns, while the winter sports teams; women’s and men’s basketball and women’s swimming, come to the final stretch of their seasons. The California U women’s basketball team is winding down a very successful and playoff-worthy season. The Vulcans are 12-5 with eight regular season games to go on their schedule. They have a record of 6-4 on their home court, while having a tremendous 6-1 record on enemy territory. Cal U looks to improve upon their impressive record in the final eight games against opponents such as Clarion, Edinboro, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Mercyhurst University. The Cal U men’s basketball team has had its fair share of struggles throughout 2012-2013,
going 7-10 on the season. The Vulcans bounced back recently, though, with a strong 81-67 victory over Lockhaven to end a three game losing skid. The Vulcans, who have a 5-4 home record on the season, look to bounce back in their last eight games of the season. The women’s swimming team has had an impressive campaign, carrying a 6-0 record into their final four non-invitational meets. They also have two invitational wins this season at the Franklin and Marshall Invitational and the Vulcan Dual Meet Challenge Invitational. The undefeated Vulcans look to build momentum going into the NCAA tournament during their final meets against Grove City College, University of Pittsburgh, Clarion University and Carnegie Mellon. The Vulcans softball team is looking to build off an impressive 2012 spring season that ended after two straight losses in the NCAA Division II Championships. They were 33-10 (122) on the season and outscored their opponents by a combined score of 257 to 120 on the year. The 30-win season marked the
third time in the last four years that the team posted 30 wins or more in a single season. They start their 2013 season with four tournaments in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia against schools such as West Virginia Wesleyen, Wheeling Jesuit, UNC Pembroke and Fairmont State. The Vulcans open PSAC play against Mercyhurst University on Mar. 30. The Vulcans Baseball team also looks to improve on a 2012 season that saw them achieve a 26-24 overall record. The Vulcans made it all the way to the PSAC tournament for the thirteenth time in school history, falling in the second round to Millersville. The 2010 PSAC champions hope to get to the tournament again in 2013 and have high hopes for a possible NCAA Division II tournament berth. As the winter season comes to a close, the spring sports season is eagerly anticipated here at Cal U. The basketball teams and the women’s swimming team are hoping to finish strong while the spring sports look to get off to a fast start.
open arms, though. Hockey has been steadily rising in popularity over the past few years, and nothing stunts that growth like a lockout. The reliable ticket buyers were also a question mark, with the memory of the canceled 2004-2005 NHL season still fresh in their minds on top of this latest blunder. Teams throughout the league have found numerous ways to say thank you to the fans that have weathered the storm, and no apology seems more sincere than that of the Pittsburgh Penguins. When the Penguins an nounced their schedule for the shortened season, they announced a 17-game promotional
schedule to coincide with it. Items rage from bobbleheads to tote bags, and they’re all free with paid admission. The Pens promos have been lacking in recent years due to surging ticket sales, so these generous giveaways are a welcome surprise. As an added bonus, fans attending the first four games at Consol Energy Center will receive vouchers good for three free concession items. The full list of promotions can be found at the Pittsburgh Penguins’ official website. The Pens also want to make sure you’re equipped for proper fandom. PensGear, the official Penguins team shop, is holding
Photo by Matthew Kifer Senior Quentin Harding handles the ball for the Vulcans. The men’s next game is tomorrow at Mercyhurst.
Hockey returns to the ice, thanks fans for their patience
By Gene Axton editor in chief
Months without faceoffs and goal horns were brought to a close on Jan. 19 with the first game of the 2012-2013 NHL season. The lockout, and the arduous negotiation process that followed, have forced a truncated 48-game season devoid of inter-conference play. Nobody seems to mind, though; players are on the ice instead of at a bargaining table, arena workers are once again employed and fans are still filling arenas. The franchises of the NHL weren’t so sure we were going to welcome them back with
a storewide 50% off sale on the dates of the first four Penguins home games. The first of these sales, held on Jan. 23, saw lines over an hour long at PensGear’s South Side Works location, while the PensGear inside Consol Energy Center hosted steady traffic throughout the day. There are still two days left to get a new Malkin jersey or a throwback Lemieux tee for half off: Feb. 2 and Feb. 7. Hockey is a trying sport. From everything it takes to get a team on the ice to what it takes for that team to come off with a win, hockey exemplifies perseverance, and its fans are showing that they share that trait.
Teams are showing their appreciation for that dedication. The LA Kings gave season ticket holders 30 percent off merchandise during their first home game, and players surprised shoppers with an appearance after their morning skate. The Nashville Predators gave away a car during their first home game of the season. The Pittsburgh Penguins, an already respectable organization, have gone above and beyond to thank us, say they’re sorry and invite us back. It’s still the same as it was. It’s still a great day for hockey.
Photo By: Gene Axton The Pittsburgh Penguins are back in action. The Pens are currently 3-3 and sit fourth in their division. Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby are tied for the team lead in points with six, while James Neal leads the team with four goals. Their next game is tomorrow at home against the New Jersey Devils.
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