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February 23, 2011

Editor’s Column

First-time renter eats from freezer, reluctantly LONGHORN shows apartment and learns about herself

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By Jordan D. Schraeder After living in a dorm my freshman year, I decided to make the jump to an apartment last fall. I had big dreams for my first place. The interior decorator in me spent entirely too much money buying matching furniture, ordering artsy posters of Marilyn Monroe and coordinating the colors of my living room with my kitchen utensils.

Was it worth it? Absolutely, and it will be for you as well. Here are a few things I’ve learned as a first-time apartment renter. > No matter how much cookware you purchase, you will live out of your freezer.

My reliance on my microwave is unhealthy and I know it. I have a perfectly good Crock-Pot hiding somewhere in my kitchen, but have I used it? Negative. Honestly though,

I barely have time to put shoes on in the morning. When am I going to find time to prepare a meal? This year has made me a master chef ... of Lean Cuisines and frozen pizzas. Zap them for a few minutes and voila! A tasty, over-processed microwaved entrée. Sure, I’m ashamed to be admitting this on paper, but a girl has to eat! > Realtors can (and will!) drop by multiple times a week.

“Hi! I’m an agent from [insert realty company] and wanted to let you know that I have an appointment to show your unit from 4-5:30 tomorrow. Thanks!”

This is an actual text I received from a realtor at a wellknown local realty firm. Note how they don’t ask me if that time works with my schedule.

And did I get a phone call out of courtesy? No.

Did you know that there is most likely a clause in your lease that says realtors can walk into your apartment at any time? I sure didn’t, but apparently a realtor can show prospective renters your place without your permission and without any regard for your schedule.

This semester, I’ve had, on average, 10 realtors walking in and out of my apartment on a weekly basis, waking me up, looking at my things. So yes, 10 different people have seen my dirty laundry, my empty pantry and my unmade bed this week. I honestly have no privacy whatsoever. I’ve even changed my voice mail greeting so they will stop calling me about showing the apartment.

My suggestion: Check your lease before you sign it. If I had known about this mess, I honestly would have looked for another place to live.

> You will learn a lot about yourself.

I have to check the locks on my door twice before I go to bed. I would much rather clean a toilet than do the dishes. I think walls are more appealing when they are covered in pages from fashion magazines. I refuse to eat any food that is nearing its expiration date.

I never would have learned any of these qualities about myself living in my parents’ house. Moving into an apartment, you acquire a new set of responsibilities, limitations and opportunities. My advice: Enjoy the process.

No, I don’t always enjoy vacuuming the floors or scrubbing the tub. But, for the first time, those floors and that tub are mine. I’m starting to feel like an adult, and while that’s absolutely bizarre, I think I’m starting to like it. Freedom really is a beautiful thing.

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One of the most common complaints about living on and around campus is size and as a result, the difficulty in making a temporary space feel like a home. Sure, fitting all of your things in such a tiny space can be a challenge, but it’s not impossible. Here are a few ideas to turn any living situation into an organized, stylish and personalized oasis.

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> A messy living space appears even smaller than it really is. Invest in clear storage bins or stacking baskets, which you can use to organize virtually anything from T-shirts to food. They can also be labeled. Both containers and specialty labels can be found at Bed Bath & Beyond or The Container Store. If you’re

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on a budget, use colored paper or tape instead for labeling.

These bins can be stored under your desk, bed or in your closet to prevent a disheveled floor. > Think outside the clear container! Try using a Command Hook to hang scarves, purses and ties on your wall. Bonus: the hooks come off the wall without leaving any residue. The Home Depot and other retailers carry multiple sizes. > Save space in your closet by snagging a shoe organizer that hangs on the back of your door.

These can be found at Target and typically hold either 12 or 24 pairs of shoes. You can also buy a hanging closet, which attaches to the metal bar in your closet to maximize space. These built-in shelves compact T-shirts or shorts, leaving more hanging space for nicer clothing. > De-clutter your desk by purchasing adhesive click lights instead of bringing a lamp. These

Make an apartment feel like home with these simple tips

click lights, available at any home decor store, stick to virtually any hard surface and save valuable desk space. Stick them to the wall next to your desk or other furniture. Invest in at least one click light as a backup to those built-in desk lights in dorm rooms.

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> Feeling cramped? “Light colors create an impression of a room being larger – this includes both surface colors and furniture colors,” said Irina Solovyova, assistant professor of interior design at UT-San Antonio. When shopping for paint colors, look for light mints and blues. If your lease prevents you from painting, tack up a tapestry or decorative sheet to hide gloomy walls.

Still not satisfied? Invest in a few mirrors. “Your space will seem larger through reflection,” Solovyova said. > Whether they’re pictures,

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posters or records, waking up to the things you love will absolutely brighten your day. Frames from Urban Outfitters are affordable and make walls more appealing. Classic albums, which

Half Price Books carries for as little as 99 cents, add visual appeal to walls and doorframes. > Lighting is an ideal way to DECOR continues on page 4

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> Always be sure to keep a small grocery bag handy for trash — (I like to keep mine on the pantry door handle) — and take it out immediately after cooking (i.e. egg shells, meat packages, vegetable peelings). That way, nothing containing dangerous bacteria or unpleasant smells stays in the kitchen. > As you’re finishing up using plates, mixing bowls and pans, place them in the kitchen sink and rinse immediately. After you finish cooking, all of the

dirty stuff will be in one place and the bulk of the mess rinsed off, which will make doing the dishes a much less daunting task. This also allows for the counter tops to stay uncluttered as you finish making your meal. > Be sure to keep a reusable jar handy for any extra cooking oil. Putting oil down the kitchen sink causes potential clogging.

Once the jar is filled, simply throw it away. > Always clean materials (knives, cutting boards, etc.) that touch raw meat and eggs imme-

diately after use with hot water and soap to reduce any chance of foodborne illness.

> Keep leftovers in Tupperware containers and place in the fridge. Be sure to consume no more than four days later to avoid spoiling.

> Finally, after eating and doing the dishes, be sure to quickly disinfect the kitchen with Lysol spray or disinfecting wipes. This will remove any sticky mess or bacteria left behind on the countertops and cooktop.

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bring warmth into a room.

Escape the harshness of fluorescent lights by opting for outside fixtures that have a yellow tint. Rope lights from World Market are a great way to make a room more inviting.

One last tip that’s sure to exhibit style and save space: “Definitely get things with double uses, like a chair that has a storage unit,” said Karen Rivera, a consultant for Bed Bath & Beyond’s headquarters in New Jersey.

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February 23, 2011

Technology COLUMN

‘Loner’ in smart phone technology finds practical use

By Colby M. White Watching the adoption of new technology is like watching the new girl in a low-cut dress walk into school. Every boy wants a shot at her, but no one knows exactly how to get her number. Does she like the rugged bad boys, the chiseled jocks or the straight-A hermit in the back row?

After a semester of being the school tease, the QR Code may have finally found her date to the prom.

QR Codes, otherwise known as Quick Response Codes, have been the loner in a growing field of mobile technologies. The codes look like random squares of black-and-white dots, but they can be scanned by a smartphone to obtain information.

So far the codes have been used to send the browser to a website. It’s an incredibly unimaginative use of the codes, especially since Web addresses do exactly the same thing. And Web addresses don’t look like barcodes put through a shredder.

Of course, most who have a smartphone that can decipher the codes – a number that’s growing steadily – don’t even realize there is anything to decipher. The popularity of the codes has been limited to technophiles for most of their existence, making many people skeptical of their effectiveness.

But QR codes have a distinct ease-of-use advantage. Once you figure out how to use them on your phone, it’s a snap – literally.

Just pull out the camera and scan.

The trick is finding a way to harness that advantage. Enter the real estate industry.

The “for sale” signs on the front lawns of houses can draw

in prospective buyers who happen to be passing by. But, these signs can only deliver so much information. If you’re trying to figure out how many square feet make up the property, you’re going to have to dial a number.

But thanks to a couple of clever real estate agents, more and more of those signs are featuring QR codes. Customers who see the sign can quickly scan the code and be directed to a website featuring more information on that particular property. No writing down a number. No fumbling to enter a URL. No missed customers.

It’s an application in which the simple redirect to a website is actually a big deal. If getting to that website’s vital information takes too long, the customer is lost for the real estate agent.

The sign only becomes useful if you can remember the phone number long enough to dial it.

QR codes solve this problem with ease.

QR codes’ potential in real estate is already getting noticed.

Three-dimensional versions of the codes are beginning to appear, and Michigan company QR Flyer Box was created specifically to create signs for real estate companies.

Like most new technologies, the question was never if the QR technology worked, but if there was a use for it. That is usually the hardest part of technology adoption. But now that she’s got a date, the QR code could be just a short time away from becoming one of the cool kids.

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Mastering the art of French home-cooking

By Stephanie Bathurst

Mon petit chou. In France, people call their special someone this endearing term that literally translates to “my little cabbage.”

It is also used by parents calling their children little darlings and by an intimidated American graduate student to describe the French meals that pave the decadent road ahead. Alors, bienvenue mes amies! Welcome to the sophisticated and delicious world of French cuisine.

In the fall of 2006, I traveled to Angers, a traditional French town in the fertile wine region of the Loire Valley. My host mom took great pride in fattening me up with authentic French food.

Several nights a week, my American roommate and I enjoyed a four-course meal, ranging from rabbit stew to roasted horse meat. Yes, the French do actually eat horse. Cheese and wine were as mandatory as forks and knives, and most meals were accompanied with a digestif: a shot of liquor to help your body

Moules à la Marinière 2 cups light, dry white wine 1/2 cup minced green onions 8 parsley sprigs 1/2 bay leaf 1/4 teaspoon thyme 1/8 teaspoon pepper 6 tablespoons butter 6 quarts scrubbed, soaked mussels 1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley

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Pommes frites are not meant to be eaten with ketchup. Instead, use a fork to dip them in the sauce left over from steaming the mussels.

digest the decadent meal you’ve just devoured.

I have been dreaming of these dishes since I left France, but have rarely attempted to recreate them because the complexities of French fare have made me nervous. All of that changed a couple of weeks ago. I’ve begun to challenge my-

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Bring all but last two ingredients to boil in a large pot. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes to evaporate alcohol and to reduce its volume slightly.

Add the mussels to the pot. Cover tightly and boil quickly over high heat. Frequently toss the mussels in the pot using an up and down motion so the mussels will change levels and cook evenly. In about five minutes, the shells will swing open and the mussels are done.

With a big skimmer, dip the mussels into wide soup bowls. Allow the cooking liquid to settle for a moment so any sand will sink to the bottom. Then ladle the liquid over the mussels, sprinkle with the parsley and serve immediately.

Baked Pommes Frites 6 russet potatoes 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut potatoes lengthwise into half-inch-thick slices.

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Home is what’s in the pantry

By Sheri Alzeerah For some, going back to your hometown means spending time with loved ones. For me, home signifies one thing: a pantry fully stocked by the loving hands of Mother Dearest.

If you knew how feeble my apartment food supply is in comparison to Mama Alzeerah’s miniature Wal-Mart of a pantry, you’d understand. Granted, there’s no competition between us when it comes to my magnificent stash of Easy Mac ($1 a box!) and Club Crackers (2 for $4!).

But all of this processed cheese-flavored powder and partially hydrogenated oil got me thinking. For the sake of my health and sanity, I should probably invest in real food. And this year, I did. With these four pantry staples, I ended up saving money, cutting back on bad fats and sugars, and most importantly, making my mommy proud.

Pasta: There’s a reason why Italians are so pleasant (with the exception of the Mafia and Benito Mussolini), and that reason is probably pasta.

Stock up on packs or boxes of noodles, grab your favorite jar of sauce — extra points for homemade — and the rest is as easy as boiling water. Meatballs or meatless, the pastabilities are endless.

Rice: The possibilities with rice are endless too, but there isn’t a pun to do it justice. If you’re low on time and cooking skills, no need to fret because boxed rice comes with all FRENCH continued from page 8

a variety of ways, ranging from onion to curry-based broths.

Ketchup has no place in this meal. Instead, the fries are eaten with a fork and dipped in the sauce leftover from steaming the mussels. The end product is more delicious than you can imagine.

I am using the recipe of Julia Child, the American queen of French food, for this meal.

Moules à la Marinière is a simple wine- and herb-based version of the recipe that costs about $15 for all the ingredients, with half a bottle of wine

the spices you’ll need. Rice is an inexpensive, easy side that complements a range of meats, stews and veggies.

Canned tomatoes: Let’s be real — the college student’s food pyramid is usually lopsided. Thanks to the invention of the canned tomato, it’s easier (and more delicious) to be a veggie-lover. From the diced to the whole to the stewed to the crushed, tomatoes go through a lot before finding a home in your pantry. Show them some love by blending them into pastas or sloppy joes, or make your own salsa or marinara sauce.

Ground Cinnamon: Looking back on the pinnacle of my musical taste, it’s a shame the Spice Girls didn’t bother to include a Cinnamon Spice. Cinnamon Spice would’ve had the best parts of all the Spice Girls: Ginger’s feistiness, Baby’s sweetness, Scary’s craziness, Sporty’s toughness and Posh’s husband.

Add this kicker to cookies, or go the savory route with barbecue sauces and marinades to spice up your culinary life.

Just as Oreos aren’t Oreos without milk, an apartment isn’t a home without a carefully constructed pantry. With these trusty must-haves holding down your food fort, you can kiss that linoleum-colored brick of ramen noodles goodbye. Or just add some canned tomatoes.

Alzeerah is a journalism and radiotelevision-film sophomore and creator of Austin food blog Chow, Bella!, web. me.com/sherialzeerah/ChowBella. left for the main course.

As I set out to accomplish this seemingly ominous task, I was pleased to realize that it was one of the easier meals I have made. Check out the recipe to try it yourself.

My favorite part? Pouring a glass of wine, throwing on a French film and enjoying my surprisingly not-so-hard work. The mussels were delicious paired with Cabernet Sauvignon, and the green onion sauce was perfect for my home-cooked fries.

As I enjoyed my meal, I sat back, relaxed, and watched “Queen Margot.” Ah, now this is what I call La Vie en Rose.

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easier. Pay your rent online to save time. bhmanagement.com Roscoe Properties Managing a wide range of locations, Roscoe Properties is a great option for those looking to move farther from campus while still being able to get here within a reasonable time. 602 W. 7th St., Ste. C / 512-480-9886 / roscoeprop.com The Block on Campus The Block offers a rooftop lounge and a game room to relax in after a long day of studying. Free cable, 24 hour fitness centers, and a washer/dryer in every unit make this apartment complex difficult to resist. 2501 Pearl St., Ste. 101 / 512-634-8099 / theblockoncampus.com University Towers Located in the heart of West Campus, this off-campus dorm has six options for floor plans and comes with a dining hall and other amenities such as housekeeping services, a 24-hour computer lab and a game room. 801 W. 24th St. / 512-4725846 / universitytowers.com 21 Rio Apartments With big windows and rooftop views, this reasonably priced high-rise apartment building offers a roommatematching service, a parking garage and a heated salt water pool. It’s next door to everything campus-related and minutes from downtown. 2101 Rio Grande St., Ste. 1001 / 512-391-1991 / 21rio.com College Houses College Houses is a non-profit student housing cooperative that is owned and run by the student residents in each of the co-op’s seven houses. 1906 Pearl St. / 512476-5678 / collegehouses.org The Venue on Guadalupe Offering one- and two-bedroom floor plans with the option for a balcony, this comfortable student residence is easy luxury living. The Venue sits down the street from campus and features frequented retail space on its first level. 2815 Guadalupe St. / 512-473-3706 / thevenueonguadalupe.com The Castilian Perhaps the best on-/off-campus combination, this can’t-miss building is across the street from the Union. Talk about convenience. 2323 San Antonio St. / 512-478-9811 / thecastilian.com Dell Computers With strong ties to Austin, Dell computers are some of the most cost-effective and user-friendly options. Ask about the new Inspiron duo convertible tablet.

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Terri Fulton, a realtor for Apartment Finders Service with 15 years of experience in the UT area, suggests first finding an experienced realtor who will show you everything in your price range, not just his or her own listings. When starting your search, make sure you know exactly what you are looking for. “Know the location you want and the budget you need to stay within,” Fulton says.

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Members of Habitat for Humanity’s UT student chapter work on a home on a Saturday this month. The group participates in work days regularly throughout the year.

UT’s Habitat for Humanity builds, repairs houses

By Elisabeth Haarsager On a chilly weekend morning this month, 29 dedicated students gathered at a house in north Austin to volunteer for a day of home repairs. As early as 8 a.m., members of Habitat for Humanity’s UT chapter were hard at work, repainting exterior walls and wielding power tools. Acquiring a spot as a volunteer on these Saturday work days is so competitive that the group’s volunteer coordinator, biology sophomore Jae Pi, has had to institute a waitlist system.

Established at UT in 1989, this organization participates in five work days a semester, which are scheduled by Austin Habitat for Humanity. The campus chapter is a studentled organization that strives to support Habitat for Humanity International through building, advocating, fundraising and educating. Habitat for Humanity works to build and repair affordable houses alongside the homeowners, who must also put in 300 to 500 hours of sweat equity themselves.

Biology sophomore Alex Limas, UT’s chapter president, said seeing the reactions of the homeowners when the work is completed is gratifying.

“One time I was at a dedication, when the house was given to the family,” Limas said.

“We had worked on this house several times throughout the semester and it was finally finished.”

As part of the UT chapter’s “rebuilding phase,” the next big goal is to completely sponsor a house, Limas said. This would entail building the house from the ground up and providing all necessary funds for the process. According to the Austin Habitat for Humanity website, it would cost $65,000 for a group like the campus chapter to fully sponsor a house. “[Texas] A&M sponsors houses all the time,” said volunteer coordinator Pi. “We want to copy that and beat them.”

For more information about the UT chapter of Habitat for Humanity, find them on Facebook or visit their website at uthabitat.webs.com.

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By Elisabeth Haarsager It may only be February, but it is already time to think about where you are going to live for the 2011-2012 school year. While the options vary from dorm to co-op and apartment to house, it really boils down to one overall choice: on campus or off campus?

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Living on campus, everywhere you need to be is within minutes. You will never have to deal with the headache of finding parking when you are running late to class, and you can even sleep in later.

“You just walk across the street to the PCL [to study] when you’re living on campus,” said finance and pre-med junior Ryan Thomas, who lives off campus now, but spent his freshman year in Jester Residence Hall. “Living off campus, you need better time management skills.”

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Many apartments in West or North Campus, however, are also close enough for you to walk to campus. If you decide to live farther away from the University, such as south near the Riverside and Oltorf area, you will either need to be on the UT Shuttle or CapMetro bus route or use a car to get to campus.

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For most students, having at least one roommate, if not two or three, is inevitable. Chances are you will have to share a bedroom if you live in any of the 14 on-campus dorms. Single rooms cost more than shared spaces, and the DHFS website states that there is limited availability of single rooms, most of which are assigned to returning students. Sharing a bedroom may mean less privacy and more distractions when studying. Living off campus can offer a solution to this problem, if you have your own apartment, room or quiet study space.

“I shared a bedroom for a semester in my apartment, but then I just couldn’t do it anymore,” Thomas said. “It was too close for comfort.”

If figuring out where to live for next year still seems like a daunting task, think about enlisting the help of a realtor or apartment locator for off-campus living.

Whether you want to live in an apartment, dorm or house, once you decide which factors are most important, the process becomes much more manageable.

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Jester RA shares insight into working with peers

By Lara Grant

If you’ve lived in a dorm on or off campus, you remember that door down the hall with the “RA” sign on it. On top of being students, resident assistants wears many hats. They act as role models, disciplinarians and counselors to their fellow students for whom they’re responsible. We asked Jester resident assistant Justin Warden, who is a marketing junior, for the inside scoop on managing the role of RA. Longhorn Life: What made you decide to be an RA? Justin Warden: My freshman year I lived in Jester West and had an amazing RA who was able to get the entire floor to interact with each other. It made my transition from high school to college very easy.

[My RA] told me I would make a good RA. So, I applied with the intention of replicating the same floor interactions my RA facilitated.

LL: Did you have to go through training?

What was it like?

Warden: Yes, we train at the beginning of every semester. We spend about two weeks in training during the fall and one week before the spring semester. It’s a lot of staff bonding through different workshops. We do role-playing exercises called

part of the RA role.

“Behind Closed We also hold buildDoors” with past resident assistants, ing-wide events like carnivals. and the [UT Police Department] comes Jester also just got a Blu-ray player so and acts too. we’ve been showLL: What does your job entail at Jester? ing movies.

LL: How do you Warden: All RAs have to work the typically help students? front desk once Warden: I help a week and then we’re on call to them with roomwork twice a month. mate disputes, room maintenance We also give tours for both middle and issues, emergencies that come up, and I high schools. direct them to nuLL: How many students do you manmerous resources age as an RA? on campus like [the Counseling Warden: My first year I was an RA and Mental Health Center], Sanger for 50 residents. I Center currently serve 76 Stephanie Bathurst / Texas Student Media Learning residents. and [University Second-year Jester RA Justin Warden Health Services].

LL: What types of One student was thinking about being an events or activities do you organize for them?

Warden: I have planned numerous RA, so I gave him advice and helped get events including wing dinners, dance par- him in the process of applying and interties, movie nights, sporting events and viewing. I also had one student who was educational programs. It’s definitely a big fighting with their roommate to the point

of it almost being physical. So I help mediate with roommates and try to figure out compromises.

LL: What is it like working with other RAs? Warden: We work together often and it’s fun. There are about 10 programs a semester with other RAs. When we’re on call, it’s also with other RAs. LL: How has your position been difficult?

Warden: It can be difficult at times to manage being a full-time student and overseeing the well-being of more than 50 residents, but it can also be very rewarding and fun.

LL: What are the perks of your job?

Warden: If you live with a roommate then room and board are free. If RAs choose to live by themselves, then they pay around $2,500. RAs also get a free meal plan and a monthly stipend.

LL: What is your favorite part of being an RA? Warden: I like working with the other RAs. They’re like an automatic group of friends.

LL: How do you feel about the experience so far?

Warden: It has taught me great leadership, time management and conflict-resolution skills that have given me a leg up in other opportunities, such as internships.

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In turn, Chasers was voted best Bloomington bar this year, edging out a handful of top competitors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really an honor to be voted the best,â&#x20AC;? Nurceski said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to provide a fun and safe environment for everybody.â&#x20AC;?

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Nurceski attributes the barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selection as the best to a number of different offerings.

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Chasers provides a nightclub feel and is the only bar in central Illinois to provide a live video DJ. Discounts are given to ISU students who present a campus Martha Warfel / Daily Vidette Photo Editor ID as well as no cover charge before midnight. Drink specials are Chasers was voted â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Best Bloomington Barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by ISU students. Chasers highlighted by $1 beers on Thursdays. is located at 110 W. Washington St. in Bloomington.

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Whether it is going out late for $4 pitchers on Pub Wednesday, catching up with friends for a bite to eat at lunch or watching a major sporting event, Stralow insists Pub II has it all on its menu with food and its beverages. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to offer the best drink and food prices on campus, we want students to identify [Pub II] as the bar to be in Normal,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just the students, though. We have working class people, teachers, parents, children. We try to cater to everyone and get a diverse crowd in here. I think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what makes it so inviting.â&#x20AC;?

It is no surprise that Pub II reaches the college crowd, with it being voted one of the top 100 bars by Playboy. Many students consider Pub II a considerably big part of their ISU college experience.

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Alcohol is and always has been a college student staple. However, students at ISU are not just buying their weekend supplies from any liquor store.

707 Liquors has taken the number one spot for liquor stores in the area. With the large variety of vodkas, whiskeys, beers and even a number of chasers available, the store is an oasis for partygoers.

The award however, comes as no surprise to Surjit Singh, one of the owners of the two stores on campus.

“We have a good selection, great customer service, we’re organized and have great prices,” Singh explained.

With a close walk from practically anywhere on campus, 707 is a convenient and easy trip to make. This alone could make any liquor store popular on a college campus, but Singh believes that it is the customer service only 707 can give that keeps students coming back.

“I’ve gotten to know the guys that work there and they’re all really nice,” said Matt Frenzer, who lives above the location on Main street. “Plus they’ve probably got the best prices in town.”

“We work hard to serve them, we are friendly and even know the regular customers’ names,” Singh said. “Our customers are always friendly too.”

With the friendly service and wide selection, shopping at 707 has never made kegs look so classy.

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Jamison Hill, senior chemistry major, purchases liquor on St. Patrick’s Day at 707 Liquors.

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Young America Realty was voted as having the best apartment customer service, with First Site coming in second place, and SAMI coming in third place.

“Young America has been voted best in customer service for the past three years because we are intentional about customer service and offer a wide range of options for student housing both in location and level of amenities,” Andy Netzer, property manager of Young America, said.

Young America formulates strategies to improve the experience of living with them by making use of student focus groups, Netzer said.

“Our residents are why we exist, without them, we cease to be operational. At Young America Realty, we strive to treat everyone as we would want to be treated, and most of our student leasing agents are Young America residents.”

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Among the many apartment companies throughout the campus, College Station has won the best small apartment complex for the Best of Guide 2011.

Ever since the opening of College Station in 2001 on Traders Circle, the apartment complex has been offering semester leasing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; something that has set the apartment complex apart from the other competition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think it is due to the product we are offering. We stand out,â&#x20AC;? Randy Paulissen, College Station property manager, said.

The winning apartments offer luxury living arrangements to all ISU students.

Apartments include ammenities such as fully furnished spacious apartments, complete with private bathrooms, a washer and dryer and a private entrance, according to the College Station apartment website.

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Valerie Lilley, manager of the Goodwill at the corner of Fort Jesse Road and Veterans Parkway, was very excited to hear her store was named as Best Resale Shop by the ISU community and kept her remarks to a short but excited â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yay!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the best place for treasure hunting. We have brand new clothes and items [every day] and we mark them with our prices and the word [of these prices] is spreading fast,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Lilley said the customer service each employee of the store provides is something that sets it apart from other second-hand shops in the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have our crew here that truly cares about every single person that walks through our front doors. Every time we hang a garment, we think about the person who would buy it,â&#x20AC;? she added.

With sales every single day of the month, the store is also offering a special tag deal, where any items with a special tag will cost a low $0.25. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never have to do laundry again if you come to our stores on Mondays,â&#x20AC;? Lilley said.

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Campus View gives more bang for buck

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What a view: A student rests in her apartment unit in Campus View. Located on Pierce Street near the southwest corner of Grand Valley State University’s Allendale Campus, the apartment complex offers residents a bevy of additional amenities and services free of charge, including a private bus service to and from the Kirkhof Center, a recreation center and yoga and pilates classes.

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hen it comes to keeping in competition with some of the other off-campus housing options around Grand Valley State University, Brian Gardner, owner and operator of Campus View Apartments, said his strategy is simple.

“What I realize is that we just do a lot more for our tenants — a lot more,” he said. “Anything anyone else has, we have – like Meadows Crossing has a pool, and so do we – but we have things that nobody else does.”

Among those things that no one else has is Campus View’s own bus shuttle service, which runs from the apart-

ment complex to the south entrance of the Kirkhof Center and is available free of charge to all tenants.

Other features unique to Campus View include indoor basketball and volleyball courts, an expanded community center and a dance studio where the center offers yoga and pilates classes. The use of these facilities, as well as the services Campus View offers within them, are all free of charge to tenants.

The complex also features a newly-installed swimming pool, hot tub, game room, movie theater and tanning room.

“Anything that anyone else has, we have, and we have everything that anyone else has,” Gardner said.

And yet for all of the extras that

Campus View offers its tenants, it still has to be able to keep its prices competitive. Tenants who prefer smaller living spaces can rent a two-bedroom apartment unit for as little as $285 per month or a one-bedroom apartment unit for $280 per month. Tenants seeking more space can rent a fourbedroom two-bathroom townhouse, which is one of the more popular choices, for as little as $340 per month on a 12-month lease.

Campus View is also flexible in its leasing options.

It offers full-year leases of 12 months, school year leases of nine months and short term/summer leases of three months, all at relatively low prices, Gardner said.

“We’re among the least expensive,

and certainly the least expensive of the ‘border communities,’” he said. “Our prices are competitive with everyone and are significantly less than Meadows Crossing – we’re about $1,500 less than Meadows Crossing, 48west and Copper Beech, and yet we do way more for our tenants.”

Gardner said Campus View hosts about four community events per school year, which typically include a welcoming social and a Super Bowl party. At this year’s luau-themed welcoming social, about 300 tenants attended.

Campus View is also sponsoring a promotion for student going on mission trips who sign up for a new lease next year. editorial@lanthorn.com

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Room with man’s best friend: Boltwood Apartments (pictured), which begin at $390 per month, offer pet-friendly residences within walking distance of Allendale amenities.

Spacious, pet-friendly apartments offer fewer restrictions on tenants

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ith many off-campus apartment complexes at Grand Valley State University full of restrictions on their tenants, Boltwood Apartments offers a more relaxed living atmosphere by providing and allowing many features that other housing units would prohibit.

Located on Lake Michigan Drive less than a mile from the GVSU Allendale Campus, Boltwood Apartments provides a convenient housing option for those who wish to live close but still off-campus.

Some of the features making Boltwood Apartments popular with tenants are the free parking, the pet-friendly policy and the spacious rooms.

“The bedrooms are very spacious,” said Emily, the Boltwood property manager. “I would even say they’re huge.”

Along with these features, one- or two-bedroom units are available for the 2012-13 year with rent at $390 per month for anyone who signs before Dec. 15. Cable TV is covered by the complex, with flat screen TVs in select units.

A roommate matching service is available for anyone who needs a roommate during their stay.

Every unit comes with a full

kitchen and spacious bedrooms.

Outside of the units are a basketball court, volleyball court and picnic areas for barbecuing. The complex also has its own Rapid bus stop on Lake Michigan Drive, with grocery stores and other Allendale amenities within walking distance.

Emily said pet owners are not only allowed, they are welcome, with Boltwood offering lower pet deposits than many other apartment complexes in the area.

Boltwood also provides on-site management, with offices located in one of the buildings along with onsite maintenance. There is exterior lighting and on-site Energy Starrated laundry facilities.

Tenants are also encouraged to pay rent online through credit or debit card.

“We want to strongly encourage everyone to pay their rent online,” Emily said. “They don’t have to, but it’s just a convenience factor on their behalf.”

Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Saturday office hours available by appointment. In addition, a 24-hour phone line is available for all tenants in a case of emergency.

To sign up to take a tour or to find out more information about Boltwood Apartments, visit www.boltwoodgvsu.com or call the Boltwood office at 616-895-5875. assistantnews@lanthorn.com

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Home is where the pets are: At Boltwood Apartments (pictured), the complex offers on-site management, maintenance and Energy Star-rated laundry facilities. The management also gives tenants the option to pay rent online with a credit or debit card and has low pet deposits.

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Copper Beech offers sizeable units, new amenities for 2012

By Brady Fredericksen

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hile the weather outside is frightful and the fun-filled days at the beach are waning, Grand Valley State University students have another opportunity to spend some quality time at the “Beech” this year.

Copper Beech Townhome Communities, located on the corner of 48th Avenue and Pierce Street, provides students with some of the largest off-campus housing at Grand Valley State University.

“Our size is always a feature to boast about,” said Jessica Radle, Copper Beach’s senior property manager. “Our townhomes are huge, and we are most definitely the largest off-campus housing option.”

That size is something Copper Beech has been known for, with apartments reaching up to 2,000 square feet. Options include one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom townhomes, each equipped with private bathrooms and large closets.

“I like the size, the amount of space for the price is really good, and they’re generally really good about taking care of things you need done,” said junior Matt Figelwicz, who is now in his second year living at Copper Beech. “It just seems like a lot of people like to live there and the people that live there have a lot of fun because everyone is always friendly.”

In terms of leasing, the

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Life’s a Beech: Copper Beech Townhomes (pictured) will be expanding the empty commercial space near the front of their complex to offer new retail features for tenants in 2012, including a large gym, study lab, coffee shop and convenience store. Rent for the units, which reach up to 2,000 square feet, starts at $660.

complex offers furnished, 12-month leases starting at $660 per month for one bedroom, $980 for two bedrooms, $1,245 for three bedrooms with a garage, $1,305 for a garage-less three-bedroom and $1,540 for a four-bedroom.

Those prices reflect a furnished unit; an unfurnished price would be $10 less per person on each plan.

On top of Copper Beech’s huge size, the complex is located just a few short minutes from campus and is on the 48 bus route.

“I like that it’s close to

campus and that it’s not a crazy apartment complex,” said junior broadcasting major Kayla Storrs. “There’s a lot of space, so you don’t feel like you’re on top of everyone and you have your own space.”

While size and affordability have been staples for the complex, some new additions that are on the horizon have ownership most excited.

Opening in August, the currently empty commercial buildings near the complex’s entrance will be transformed into a commercial hub for residents. Radle says the

buildings will feature a large, indoor gym for students, a study lab, a convenience store and a coffee shop. “(The buildings) have been sitting vacant, and we’ve really wanted to amp up our resident amenities, so its perfect because we have all of the space for it,” Radle said. “We are really excited to give our residents some extra things so they don’t have to leave, but the commercial buildings have been a really cool thing that everyone is pretty excited about.”

Along with the new

amenities, residents will still be able to enjoy the complex’s outdoor basketball and volleyball court. Copper Beech also boasts an activity room featuring billiards and foosball tables, a study lounge and a DVD kiosk similar to a RedBox machine.

From affordable prices to brand new amenities, Copper Beech proves to be a great alternative for off-campus living at GVSU, so don’t let that cold weather keep you away from the “Beech” next school year. sports@lanthorn.com

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48west offers $700 in new tenant specials

By Briana Doolan

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he Village at 48west is currently offering specials worth up to $700 for students deciding to live there, but the Leasing and Management Office urges current and future residents to take advantage of the discounts before they disappear.

Current promotions include $25 off of rent each month for the first lease term. Also, if all four roommates come at one time to apply they will qualify for a 46” flat-screen TV as a part of the living room furniture package for next year. These specials expire Dec. 12.

The Village at 48west offers a variety of apartments and townhomes for student living. Each bedroom is equipped with its own bathroom for the resident’s privacy.

A few of the many amenities that are included are free Wi-Fi and cable, a bus stop within the complex, a full-sized washer and dryer, central air conditioning and built-in sound proofing.

The Leasing and Management Office is on-site for any questions or needs that current and future residents might have.

The office also hosts fun events for residents. Last weekend, 48west hosted a scavenger hunt for free rent, in which the winning team received free rent for one whole semester, a value of about $3,000.

The complex also features The Village Center with amenities such as Menna’s Joint, Theater48, The Zone, The Fitness Club, Goods to Go, The

GVL / Eric Coulter

It takes a Village: The Village at 48west (pictured) boasts plentiful community activities in The Village Center, including Theater48 and The Zone, a game room.

48west offers apartments and townhouses, both with individual bedrooms and bathrooms, with rent starting at $445 per bed for a four-bedroom floorplan.

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Menna’s Joint is the home of the “DUB” which allows residents to get breakfast, lunch and dinner at a reasonable price only a few steps from their front doors.

Theater48 offers a huge projection screen measuring 168 inches long and a state-of-the-art surround-sound system.

This allows Theater48 to host movie marathons, events and open mic nights.

The Zone is 48west’s own game room offered free to residents. The Zone offers two pool tables, a Golden Tee

Golf game, as well as a dart board, an X-box 360°, and much more.

The Fitness Club is open 24 hours a day to residents and has a variety of newer equipment at a convenient location close to all townhomes and apartments.

The Commons, otherwise known as “the Spot” at 48west is a community common building. The building is two floors, equipped with couches and flatscreen TVs, a study area, fireplaces for the winter and a common kitchen area.

There is also available printing on the

computers that are available for residents. Behind The Commons, there is a basketball/tennis court for residence use.

Ugro is a coffee shop with discounts for residents.

For those interested in checking out The Village at 48west, visit www.48west.info/index.php or contact the leasing and managing office at 616895-2400 or 48west@48west.info. The 48west website offers sections for an application, parents, residents and the 411 about 48west. arts@lanthorn.com

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Sailor’s Cove, Sutter’s Mill homes away from home for student tenants

By Stephanie Deible

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ost students across the campus of Grand Valley State University spend the school year away from their family, but Sutter’s Mill and Sailor’s Cove Townhomes presents students with the option to live in a family-friendly environment all year-round.

“I feel like I get to know people in the complex,” said GVSU senior Laura Brady, who has lived in Sutter’s Mill for three years. “It’s not so overwhelming. … It’s only three buildings, so it’s smaller and quieter.”

Located on 64th Avenue, both townhomes are within four miles of GVSU’s Allendale Campus.

Sutter’s Mill, which was built in 2006, is leasing 16 four-bedroom, four-bathroom townhouses for $365 per bedroom on a 12-month lease.

Not only do tenants have their own bathroom, but six units come with an attached garage, and all residents have access to a washer and dryer free of charge.

“I really like that I have my own bedroom and bathroom,” Brady said.

“I also really like the size of my room. It’s actually bigger than the one I have at my house.”

Just down the road, Sailor’s Cove Townhomes offers students a clean and peaceful environment to come home to.

“We’re family-owned town-

houses,” said Andrew Studebaker, operations manager of Sutter’s Mill and Sailor’s Cove. “We take care of our tenants, respond quick to maintenance calls and strive to provide a neat and orderly place to live.”

Sailor’s Cove is broken up into two buildings: Sailor’s Cove North and Sailor’s Cove South.

With two options, tenants have the flexibility to choose a place that better suits their needs.

Sailor’s Cove North is leasing 10 units, eight of which have been remodeled with new kitchen appliances and laminate flooring.

“The biggest selling point for us was the remodeling, especially on a college campus,” said Mathew Klepack, who moved into Sailor’s Cove with some friends in May. The north townhomes come equipped with either three bedrooms and a study or four bedrooms. Rates for the living space start at $310 per bedroom with a 12-month lease.

Sailor’s Cove South is leasing 8 units for $335 per bedroom on a 12 -month lease. The south townhomes feature four bedrooms, but one of those bedrooms is converted into a study unless otherwise requested.

Those interested in Sutter’s Mill can call 616-206-9059 and for more information on Sailor’s Cove visit www.sailorscovetownhomes.com Students who mention this add and sign a lease with Sutter’s Mill or Sailor’s Cove by Jan. 15 will receive $100 off their first month’s rent. editorial@lanthorn.com

GVL / Eric Coulter

Community vibes: Sutter’s Mill (pictured), located on 64th Avenue, will lease 16 four-bedroom, fourbathroom townhouses, with rent at $365 per month on a 12-month lease. The units, conveniently located four miles away from GVSU’s Allendale Campus, come with access to a washer and dryer.

GVL / Eric Coulter

Space to breathe: (Above) Sailor’s Cove (pictured) offers three- and four-bedroom, pet-friendly units starting at $310 per bedroom on a 12-month lease. Each unit has a washer and dryer, and Sailor’s Cove North units come with new kitchen appliances and wood laminate floors. (Below) Sutter’s Mill (pictured), built in 2006, offers spacious living with 24-hour maintenance for residents.

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OTTAWA CREEK APARTMENTS: A resident’s perspective

By EMANUEL JOHNSON GVL EDITOR IN CHIEF Now, as college student, the idea of a quiet and serene country setting that characterizes life at Ottawa Creek Apartments may not necessarily appeal to you, but take it from someone who lives there — it has a lot of perks.

Located at 11127 52nd Ave. Ottawa Creek Apartments offers its residents a living option close enough to Grand Valley State University’s Allendale Campus for students to easily go to and from class, but it is also far enough for residents to retreat from campus.

The complex features five spacious layouts, each of which are available in nine- and 12-month leases and for available prices.

Under a one-year lease, potential residents can go as low as $600 per month for a studio apartment (that’s a group rate, not per person), and those who want the

GVL / Eric Coulter

Price to beat: Units at University Townhouses and Apartments (pictured) begin at $200 per person per month in a four-bedroom, twobathroom townhouse. The units are located on Lake Michigan Drive.

‘Price is king’ at secluded University Townhouses and Apartments

By Anya Zentmeyer

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n the face of classes, exams and extracurricular activities, it’s nice to have seclusion, peace and quiet. Situated in a quiet, wooded setting less than two mils from campus on Fillmore Street, that’s exactly what University Townhouses and Apartments has to offer.

“We can’t offer all the bells and whistles, but we can offer peace and quiet,” said Dan Jansen, owner of University Townhouses.

Situated on Fillmore Street and Lake Michigan Drive, both locations are less than two miles from campus. Both locales are close enough for a quick commute to Grand Valley State University’s Allendale Campus, but far away and secluded enough to promote a quieter and calmer lifestyle.

The Fillmore location offers a total of 18 units, while the Lake Michigan location has 5 total units.

There are three different rental styles, all offering both 10- and 12-month leasing options and a $10 per person application fee.

University Townhouses and Apartments boasts larger bedrooms than most other off-campus complexes. Price is key when it comes to student budgets, and University Townhouses has some of the best rates in the area.

“We’re probably one of the nicer, cheaper units around,” Jansen said. “The bedrooms in our units are very spacious compared to many of the complexes closer to campus, and we’re trying to make that our competitive edge.”

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse with 1,110 square feet could run anywhere from $225 to $390 per person per month, depending on the number of occupants and the length of the lease agreement. A four-bedroom, two-bathroom townouse with 1,400 square feet could frn between $200 to $280 per person per month, with the same conditions.

Each unit comes with a stove, refrigerator and dishwasher in the kitchen, washer and dryer, hookups in each room for DSL and cable Internet access, digital video, phone and free parking. Utilities include water, sewer, trash removal and heat.

The Fillmore location has recently added eight new two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment units.

Pricing is $370 to $390 per person, depending on the lease term. Each unit comes with the amenities listed above.

The final style offered by University Townhouses and Apartments is their apartments, located at 6425 Lake Michigan Dr. These 900-square foot apartments each have two bedrooms and one bathroom, DSL and cable hookups. These are competitively priced at $325 to $350 per person, depending on the lease term. Utilities included in the rent are water, sewer, trash removal, gas, electric and heat. The cleaning fee for units is reasonably priced at $200.

There are also on-site laundry facilities.

“Price is king,” Jansen said. “We challenge you to bring us a better deal.”

For more information, visit www.gvtownhouses. com. news@lanthorn.com

added luxury of a balcony can go with a one- or two-bedroom unit starting at $650.

I had previously heard that Ottawa Creek had spacious bedrooms, but when I first visited the complex back in August, I was surprised to see just how spacious they were. The main bedroom in my unit, a two-bedroom balcony unit, has two large bifold closets.

Each unit comes with the basic amenities – central air, a refrigerator, an oven and a microwave – and the complex also boasts 24hour maintenance, a laundry room in each building and a picnic area

with grills and a basketball court.

Ottawa Creek takes care of water, waste management and landscaping, and residents are only responsible for electric and gas, but with prices so low, the bills don’t hit your wallet as heavily.

Open spots for next school year are still available, and potential residents who sign up for a lease next year before Jan. 31 will receive $300 off the first month’s rent. For more information or to sign up, contact Terri Larson, the complex’s office manager, at 616453-9190. editorial@lanthorn.com

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Quiet perks: Two students relax in a spacious Ottawa Creek living room.

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BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY The Fulton Group offer students ‘highest-quality properties in the best locations’

By Anya Zentmeyer GVL News Editor

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or students who find the bright lights of the city appealing, look no further than The Fulton Group. With more than 100 different houses located throughout downtown Grand Rapids, The Fulton Group offers completely remodeled homes that range from one-bedroom apartments to some of the biggest houses in the city, with rates based on size, location and features.

“In most cases our rates are below Allendale,” said Josh Smith, owner of The Fulton Group. “They are certainly not more.”

Smith said their properties appeal to those students who want a different lifestyle than Allendale can offer, with many of The Fulton Group’s properties within walking distance of the Grand Rapids’ nightlife, located throughout the heart of downtown and still in close proximity to GVSU’s Pew Campus and bus routes.

Another advantage of living in the city, Smith said, is “being near the opportunities.”

“With the pure number of businesses in many sectors there is opportunity for employment and internship experience,” he said.

Smith added that one of the perks of renting with The Fulton Group is having a “landlord that cares,” making sure properties are in top condition, safe for tenants, well maintained and that all tenants are treated well.

Tricked out with new hardwood floors and brand-new appliances, including washer and dryer sets, properties have been renovated to include all-new bathrooms, granite countertops, brand new fixtures, new furnaces, new locks on all exterior doors and off-street parking.

“You can have your own home with private parking and green space to enjoy,” Smith said.

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With so many houses and apartments with unique character, the wide range allows for spaces that will fit a number of personal styles.

The Fulton Group is currently renting out properties for 2012-13, and Smith said interested students should act fast, since time is limited and The Fulton Group is always at 100 percent occupancy.

“With over 100 units of various shapes and sizes in downtown, we have something for everyone,” Smith said. “But do not wait — call us now, because the best properties rent fast.”

Visit www.fulton-group.com to see available listings, or call The Fulton Group at 616-862-5245 to set up a personal tour. news@lanthorn.com

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Downtown living: The Fulton Group rents renovated houses and apartments downtown (like the one pictured at top, located at 745 Veto) to GVSU students. Properties (like the one pictured at bottom) are renovated with all-new bathrooms, granite counter tops, fixtures and furnaces.

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Eenhoorn offers perfect living locations for students

By Haley Otman GVL Laker Life Editor

For students who want more variety of living options, Eenhorn Properties offers options in both Walker and downtown Grand Rapids.

Pineridge Apartments, located in Walker, are conveniently located between Allendale and Grand Rapids so students with classes on both campus do not have far to travel each day. The apartments are close enough to all of the Walker amenities to be convenient, while keeping enough of a distance to stay quiet and and have more of a country feel.

“We allow nine-month leases and are pet friendly, which a lot of students enjoy because many complexes in Walker are not pet friendly,” said Anela Mesinovic, Pineridge Apartments’ property manager.

The Lofts and Highland Place apartments, located in downtown Grand Rapids, both offer unique locations as well. Highland Place apartments are in the historic Heritage Hill neighborhood, while The Lofts are located in a remodeled automobile showroom.

“The complexes are very wellpriced, which is nice for students, and we offer a lot of great amenities that other complexes in the area don’t offer,” said Grace Johnson, the senior manager of operations at Eenhoorn Properties.

Pineridge Apartments have studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, and are pet friendly.

Residents can enjoy newer appliances, ranch-style living, central air,

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Something for everybody: (Top) The Lofts, located in a renovated automobile showroom in Grand Rapids, are situated in the heart of the city, giving students the best Grand Rapids has to offer within walking distance. (Middle) Highland Place apartments, located in the city’s historic Heritage Hill neighborhood, are pet friendly and boast well-maintained landscaping and wood floors. (Bottom) Pineridge Apartments in Walker offer studio, one- and two-bedroom ranch-style apartments with newer appliances, central air, and the opportunity to have a pet.

attic storage and more in their apartments. Rent at Pineridge includes water, sewer, trash removal and maintenance via a 24-hour line.

Highland Place offers the same 24-hour emergency maintenance line, and it also boasts an intercom system, laundry facilities and offstreet parking, a must for downtown living.

Residents will be happy to come home each day to impeccablygroomed landscaping and wellmaintained units with wood floors.

They can come home to a pet greeting them, too, as the apartments are pet friendly.

For a true middle-of-the-city experience, The Lofts are right in the heart of Grand Rapids, conveniently located near everywhere its residents will want to go.

“Everything is within walking distance, and the bus route is here even for the Allendale campus,” said Emily Myers, The Lofts property manager. “It’s safe and secure.”

Heat is included at The Lofts, which are pet friendly, and the 24hour emergency maintenance line is available as well.

“Our apartments are large — up to 900 square feet — and we have a fitness room and covered parking, which is fantastic in January when the blizzards come,” Myers said.

To learn more about Eenhoorn Properties, visit www.emapartments.com. There are links to the individual websites for The Lofts, Highland Place and Pineridge, as well as to all of Eenhoorn’s other properties nationwide. lakerlife@lanthorn.com

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Crossing the threshold: Meadows Crossing (pictured) offers a variety of townhouse and apartment styles for GVSU students. Located two miles off campus at the intersection of West Campus Drive and 48th Avenue, Meadows Crossing is offering free parking, cable, Internet, water and sewer for the entire year for tenants who sign a lease before Dec. 15. The complex boasts a variety of amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, resort-style pool and hot tub, free tanning, free printing, study and gaming areas, as well as the on-site Hip Party Store, Grand Valley Hookah Lounge and Brewstir’s Bar.

WHERE COST ‘CROSS’-ES CONVENIENCE Meadows Crossing offering $780 in leasing deals for tenants who sign before Dec. 15

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ow would you like to save $780? Meadows Crossing can help you do that.

They’ve got the best leasing special in town! Until Dec. 15, you and your friends can sign a lease and get free parking, free cable and Internet and free water and sewer for the entire year! It doesn’t get much better than that! For those of you who have lived here, three words probably come to mind. Location, convenience, and privacy.

For those of you who have not heard of Meadows Crossing, here’s a sneak peak of what we have to offer. As college students, we all want a place to live that’s close to campus, one that has things to do in our free time and the option to be by ourselves when we need to study or just want to get away from the roommates. Meadows Crossing provides all of these amazing things all in one place. In addition to an awesome location, Meadows Crossing apartments have bedrooms with private bathrooms and tons of amazing amenities, party store, food and entertainment. With all that Meadows Crossing has to offer, why would you want to live anywhere else?

Location, location, location When looking for a place to live, location is everything. You could find the most beautiful apartment in the world but if it’s not near a single one of your classes, is it really worth it? Probably not.

Meadows Crossing surpasses the criteria of an upscale apartment community and has the perfect location in relation to anything and everything you, as a college student, would ever want to do.

Not only does Meadows Crossing have its own entertainment, food and amenities, it also is within a short distance of Lake Michigan’s beautiful beaches, artsy downtown Grand Rapids, local clubs, bars, restaurants and everything in between! Meadows Crossing is also conveniently located at the 48th Avenue entrance to Grand Valley State University’s Allendale Campus. In addition to the awe-

some location, Meadows Crossing is located directly across the street from two convenient bus stops and is a part of both the 37 and 48 bus routes. In other words, you never have to be on the bus for more than 5 minutes. And when the bus gets as crowded as it sometimes does, that’s definitely a good thing!

Another great part about Meadows Crossing and its location is that its within walking distance to other apartment complexes on “The Strip on 48th Avenue” as well as campus apartments which means you’re always minutes away from friends on and off campus. All in all, Meadows Crossing’s location is what makes it the place to be!

Convenience As college students, convenience is something we need to survive. Between our endless lectures, exams, projects, athletic events, concerts, meetings and homework, sometimes we need a break from it all. Meadows Crossing provides the convenience we need to give us a break from the craziness that we all call college life. Nothing is better than being able to have everything we need, all within walking distance, and this is what Meadows Crossing provides for its tenants.

The Meadows Crossing retail shops allow for a place for students to get away without really having to go anywhere. Mooster Brewstir, one of Meadows Crossing’s newest attractions, allows for students to get away for a while to grab a beer (or blue drink) with friends and watch the game. Not to mention, they have delicious appetizers and dinner entrées. Having a few friends over and you need some drinks and snacks for the night?

There’s absolutely no need to drive anywhere when you’re within minutes of the Hip Party Store. If you’ve ever been to “The Hip,” as most students call it, you undoubtedly know Sam. As the owner, Sam creates a friendly atmosphere and makes everyone that walks into the store feel welcome, and always has the best snacks and latest drink mixers. The Hip Party Store also carries your basic cleaning essentials and quick TV dinners, just in case you don’t want to make that

dreaded trip to the grocery store in the middle of a cold West Michigan winter. The Hookah Lounge is also a part of Meadows Crossing retail shops. For hookah fans, this is a great place to hang out with friends, smoke some hookah and have a snack.

With all of the great snacks and food available, Meadows Crossing tenants can still stay in shape by working out at the Meadows Crossing Fitness Center, which is open 24/7. What’s more convenient than that? The fitness center is fully equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights and pretty much anything work-out related you can think of. After a strenuous work-out, Meadows Crossing tenants can jump into a resort-style pool and spa to relax and unwind.

If you’re not a fan of the gym, but love sports, Meadows Crossing is home to a basketball and volleyball court, located in between some of our buildings. Almost every unit also has a bike rack for those who enjoy the simplicity of biking to and from campus. If you’re looking for something to do in the winter months, but don’t want to travel far, we have ping-pong, foosball, and pool tables located in the 24/7 Meadows Crossing Clubhouse.

Think it ends there? Nope. Meadows Crossing is also home to free tanning and a quiet study room with free printing.

Another great convenience of living at Meadows Crossing is that we have plenty of parking for tenants, as well as for their guests.

Guests can park in the same spots as the tenants on a first-come, first-serve basis, as long as they have a weekend pass. Tenants can even enjoy covered spots which are very convenient for keeping your vehicle snowless in the winter and nice and cool in the summer months.

Meadows Crossing also provides premium convenience inside the units. Each unit is fully furnished with bedroom furniture as well as sofa, coffee table, side chair, couch, end table and entertainment center. Appliances include a dishwasher, microwave, fridge, and garbage disposal. Each unit

also includes a full washer and dryer, premium cable TV package and high-speed Internet. As college students, these are three essentials needed to survive. No more trekking from building to building to do laundry, now it’s right in the convenience of your home. Internet is a must as a college student, and Meadows Crossing provides one of the fastest Internet and cable packages, free of cost to tenants. How convenient is that?

When it comes down to it, Meadows Crossing is the epitome of the word convenience. With tons of amazing amenities, a party store, food and entertainment, there’s plenty of reasons to live at Meadows Crossing!

Privacy If any of you have ever shared a room, whether it was with a sibling, roommate or significant other, you know that it’s not all that it’s cracked up to be. That’s why Meadows Crossing has created an amazing private environment where students can get away for a while to study and relax without any interruptions. Each bedroom has a full-sized bed with headboard, night stand, dresser, personal desk and chair. Not only does each tenant have their own bedroom, but they also have their own bathrooms. Sharing a bathroom with three other people is never fun… ever. Meadows Crossing allows for students to feel as though they almost have their own apartment within an apartment. Meadows Crossing leases are all individually based, which means you don’t have to worry if your roommate forgets to pay rent. It really can’t get any better than that.

Meadows Crossing is an upscale apartment community that takes everything that a college student could ever need and puts it all into one convenient place at the corner of 48th Avenue and West Campus Drive. With the combination of location, convenience, and privacy, Meadows Crossing creates the environment that all college students want and need. All in all, Meadows Crossing really is the place to be. editorial@lanthorn.com

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It’s another late night running close to 2 a.m., the bars are closing, but you still want to party.

If you don’t feel like dealing with the more tourist- or militaryheavy scene down in Waikīkī, then tucked away off of Kapi‘olani, sitting in front of Ala Moana, there is a spot that may be just for you.

Technically these are two spots – Bar Seven and V-Lounge – but they are connected from within, so normally you can move in between. Open until 4 a.m., this spot is a favorite among many locals who are looking for the next place to go after Chinatown shuts down.

Bar Seven, probably the more notorious of the two, has a huge dance floor in the middle that caters to a variety of different musical genres, from hip-hop to house.

Normally, the DJ does not stray too far from top-40 tracks, keeping the dance floor heavily packed at peak hours. Bar Seven, like the name implies, has seven bars all around the venue, dispersing the crowds and making it easier to buy drinks. On some nights, however, you may fi nd the place so crowded that even with seven different bars, it will be an adventure getting what you want.

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On Saturday, Bar Seven offers a gay night for anyone 18 and up. This is the only night you will fi nd Bar Seven with a cover: $10 for under 21, $5 for over 21. Along with the opportunity for those from the gay community to meet and mingle, there is also a drag show that is put on for customers’ entertainment.

Due to the cover, the walkway between Bar Seven and V-Lounge is normally closed on these days.

If you aren’t feeling the vibes at Bar Seven, then you can always go to V-Lounge. V-Lounge never has a cover and offers a more social atmosphere, with couches and booths where you can sit down and order drinks. On packed nights, you will see this place go off, as the DJ will spin anything from dubstep to ’80s classics or grimy hip-hop beats.

If you’re hungry after a night out, that’s all the more reason to come to V-Lounge: it has a Kiawe wood oven and serves some of the best pizza in town. It’s a little pricy, with pizzas going between $13 and $15, but after the first bite, you will not be thinking about the money you just spent.

V-Lounge is a blend between an after-hours bar and restaurant, but don’t expect the same kind of service you might find at a restaurant; you may have to work harder to get the server’s attention here. If you

are not feeling the pizza inside, then there’s a $5 hot-dog stand outside.

The bars are normally open from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., but you will find the crowds begin to rush in from 1:30 a.m. onwards, when the rest of the bars in town shut down. These venues provide a great after-hours spot if you are trying to avoid the Waikīkī crowd. That said, drunken people from all across town tend to converge here, and fights outside the venues are not unheard of. So always keep your wits ab about you and stay safe.

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Brasserie du Vin, a cozy and classy French restaurant and bar, is an ideal resting place for when Chinatown’s local-fl avored grunge gets overwhelming.

Its upscale appetizers and mixed drinks make it a good place to either start off your evening, stop in for a break between bar hopping, or end your night with a snack and fi nal cocktail.

Located across from Hawai‘i Theatre and away from the noise of Hotel Street, Brasserie du Vin is primarily a restaurant. It serves excellent French food using local ingredients and features a rustic setting with both indoor and lanai seating.

But on weekend nights, the restaurant takes on the vibe of a cocktail lounge. In contrast to other venues that serve food late, Brasserie du Vin strays away from typical bar food and offers instead dishes like moules frites, baked brie, escargot and cheese and charcuterie plates. “Frites,” by the way, is the French word for

fries – as in french fries. And believe it or not, the French actually do fries better. Brasserie du Vin’s fries come on a stand in a paper cone with ketchup and a fl avored mayonnaise sauce. Or, if you get moules frites, they come over a bowl of mussels in a butter garlic broth that is great for dunking.

For cocktails, Brasserie du Vin has a full bar staffed by friendly, unharried bartenders.

Other than standard drinks, it offers solid house red and white wines, as well as a variety of signature cocktails for discerning palates. Tr y the ginger y “Paris Mule,” the contemplative “ The Latin Quarter” or the bubbly and f loral “ Violette Royale,” among others.

The problem, especially for poor college students, is the price. During normal hours, prices for appetizers range from $4 for a cup of soup to $16.50 for oysters on the half shell. Prices for entrees run from $16 to $26, and drinks run around $10.

The key then, is to take advantage of the specials. During happy hour, which runs 4- 6

p.m. Monday through Saturday, the normal prices are roughly halved, though the selections are more limited. On Saturday the restaurant has a “Noir” latenight special from 10 p.m.-1 a.m. with live lounge music and happy-hour prices. On half-off Tuesdays, you can get half off any bottle of wine, excluding reserve bottles and French Champagne.

In a way, it seems like Brasserie du Vin is caught between being a rustic French bistro and catering to the late-night crowds that Chinatown attracts. But for lovers of nightlife who also appreciate the finer things, this works out just fine.

Brasserie du Vin Location: 1115 Bethel St. Hours: Mon-Sat lunch 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., dinner 4 p.m. to late; closed Sun Phone number: 808-545-1115 Website: www.brasserieduvin.com Price: $10-$25

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FUSION After warming up in any (or all) of these bars until 2 a.m., head to Fusion to complete the experience. This bar will ask for your money even if you are local. If you are not local, however, you pay double. So be thankful.

When you go in, you will directly face up to the dance ďŹ&#x201A;oor that will invite you with the friendship of the tempting music. But you are not limited to that ďŹ&#x201A;oor. There is another one upstairs with a different DJ and different crowd. So from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m., you can go up and down until you are exhausted and ready to go home â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with or without a companion. It is your decision.

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you are in a gay bar. Guys â&#x20AC;&#x201C; generally good-looking ones â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will look at you, smile at you, appreciate your beauty and kindness, and at the end, will not hit on you. You might have a short-term dance partner with whom you will feel like a movie star.

As a straight guy, on the other hand, you might feel a little on edge. But, I am telling you, there is no reason for that. The worst thing that can happen to you is to hear how handsome you are from a guy. Even then, if you let him know about your sexual orientation, he will leave you in peace. And if you are with your girlfriend, you actually might feel like the king of the night.

If you are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transsexual or transgender, you may have already been to the bars mentioned above. But maybe after reading this article, you might want to consider inviting your straight friends to expand their horizons and take the ďŹ rst step to create a more peaceful world by just dancing with a new crowd.

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Located on University Avenue within walking distance of campus, the Varsity is an open-air bar with a relaxed atmosphere that caters to the needs of its predominantly student customer base. The owner of the Varsity, Mike Gray, sees his bar as a fun, casual venue with low prices and lots of specials. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have the kind of place that people enjoy coming to,â&#x20AC;? said Gray.

On Thursdays, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;College Night,â&#x20AC;? Gray said that the Varsity regularly hosts over 500 people who mostly live nearby or in the dorms and walk to

the bar. He said that because a lot of students donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have classes on Fridays, their weekends start on Thursday, and they choose to come to the Varsity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We serve the same drinks and the same beer to the same people as in WaikÄŤkÄŤ, and we do it

for about one fourth of the price,â&#x20AC;? said Gray. He also pointed out that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to worry about police checkpoints coming in and out of WaikÄŤkÄŤ.

The Varsity offers drink specials daily, and pours the same number of beers as Yardhouse. The bar also boasts shufďŹ&#x201A;eboard, pool tables, sports playing on large ďŹ&#x201A; at-screen TVs over the bar, and darts in the near future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re constantly doing improvements on the place,â&#x20AC;? said Gray, though he added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are probably never going to ďŹ x the ďŹ&#x201A; oor and make it nice.â&#x20AC;?

The reason for this, according to Gray, is that with a nice ďŹ&#x201A;oor, spilling drinks can be a problem.

Without a nice ďŹ&#x201A;oor, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care,â&#x20AC;? and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something that Gray values. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anything can happen at the Varsity, anytime,â&#x20AC;? said Gray. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A couple years ago we tried to start getting fancy,â&#x20AC;? he said, but business suffered. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want us to be a nice place.â&#x20AC;?

Regulars at the Varsity will have noticed that there are no longer servers except for during football.

According to Gray, the reason behind this is that prices have ďŹ&#x201A;uctuated recently, and he decided to lower costs by getting rid of servers instead of raising prices on customers. He said that he talked with the barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s customer base, which is mostly students, and the answer was â&#x20AC;&#x153;literally, overwhelmingly,â&#x20AC;? that customers would rather pay less and bus their own drinks.

The Varsity is also starting to push Sunday specials.

According to Gray, Sunday is a traditionally slower day because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no college football and people are out of money from partying all weekend. The barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday special is â&#x20AC;&#x153;offering them an inexpensive alternative.â&#x20AC;? Customers can pay $7 for an eight-inch pizza, split it among four people, and have pizza and two beers for about $4.

Another special students might be interested in is the barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thanksgiving dinner. Gray said the dinner is meant to attract mainland students who arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going home for break.

Summarizing the barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ethos, Gray said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to be the place where you can show up, dress how you want, have a good time, say anything, not worry who youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re with. â&#x20AC;Ś We welcome anybody.â&#x20AC;?

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Experience entertainment at tomorrow’s toga party WILL CARON Editor in Chief The XP in XP Entertainment is “short for ‘experience,’” according to talent coordinator Joe Aurelio, and at XP Entertainment – a self-described “up and coming” entertainment company founded by three University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa students – it’s all about the experience.

“We’re just a few guys who like to be in an energetic and fun environment, and we thought we should be the ones throwing these special events,” said head promoter Ivan Ho. According to XP Entertainment’s Facebook page, its primary focus is making sure its parties are experiences college students will not soon forget – and that will make them come back for more.

“We’re trying to offer a way for other college students to take the party into their own hands,” said management director Christian Larson. “Most of our foundation is based on college students’ feedback.”

“Our idea basically is going through the college students,” said Aurelio. “We want parties that college students want to see and want to attend. They are the voice behind our parties. The number one reason why parties don’t ‘bump’ and promotion teams shut down is because

they don’t get enough people at the parties. We want the college students to attend this and experience the college life to its full potential.”

T O GA! T O GA! What can you look forward to from XP Entertainment in the near future? Tomorrow, you can expect togas. Lots of togas. And at a venue right down the street from campus, too: Rock Bottom Bar and Grill, next to Bubbies.

“Obviously, it’s a toga party!” said Larson. “There will be free entry with a toga or valid college ID all night long. Or it’s $5 without.

The reason we’re charging no cover is because we’re not trying to steal money from our fellow college students; we’re just trying to give them a place to have a good time.”

In keeping with the company’s idea of a student-idea-driven party experience, upon entry to the toga party, each patron will receive a sticker. There will be three different posted ideas for the next XP Entertainment party theme, and patrons will be allowed to vote for which idea they like best by placing their

stickers on the ideas they want.

There will also be a suggestion box for people to write down their own ideas for parties.

And don’t forget the music; Aurelio also goes by DJ Average Joe and will be in the mix, along with DJ Raw Soul, spinning hiphop, top 40, electronic dance music and dubstep for the party.

According to Larson, providing a safe place for students to party is also a main concern for the entertainment company. “Rock Bottom is close to campus, so there will be no need for taxis and no risk of DUI. There will be security to prevent fights, and students won’t have to worry about their party being broken up by RAs, or getting written up.

“This is the first event hosted exclusively by XP Entertainment, but we were involved with the promotion of Eightball Entertainment’s Aug. 26 Foam Party at The Varsity, the Oct. 8 DJ bl3nd show at Showbox and the Oct. 28 Neon Highlighter Halloween party at SOHO [Mixed Media Bar], as well as Wonderland Entertainment’s Summer and Haunted Wonderland events.”

Aurelio spun at all the events except Summer Wonderland. Each event hit capacity or was only 5 percent away from capacity, according to Larson.

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XP Entertainment, run by Christian Larson, Joe Aurelio, and Ivan Ho (left to right), is prepping for its next event at Rock Bottom.

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Student-driven party concepts from previous page

BREAKING INTO THE INDUSTRY “I work as a server at Bubba Gump’s, and one of the managers used to be in the entertainment business and has connections with a lot of bars and clubs on the island, including Rock Bottom,” said Larson.

“We chose Rock Bottom because it’s close to campus and would bring in more college students, which is the focus of our parties.

“As long as we generate revenue for the bar (the owner of the bar keeps all alcohol sales) we, as a company, collect the cover. That’s usually the starting deal for any new promotion group. If we keep bringing in people and the bar’s sales go up, it may be possible to start earning a commission.”

According to Aurelio, his desire to begin throwing parties for his fellow students came from his experiences DJing. “For me, it started out when I started getting gigs for big events like DJ bl3nd and Haunted Wonderland,” said Aurelio. “Seeing the crowd go nuts and just having a blast made me want to make people have a crazier time.”

When asked what it has been like, as a student, to deal with bar and club owners and other professionals in the industry, Larson said: “In general, most owners look down on us since we’re so young and, in their opinions, inexperienced.

However, some of the owners have been very open-minded and think that it’s a great idea for college students to host parties for other college students.”

THE NEXT EXPERIENCE Looking toward the future, the XP team shared where they hope to see XP Entertainment in a year, as well as their own careers.

“Hopefully, in a year, we could expand our parties and make them bigger, crazier – just have our team build upon the ideas of other college students,” said Aurelio. “Each party we invest toward the next party to make it better and learn from the last one. I’d love to see this happen because, as a DJ, my main reason why I do what I do is because I love to see people have fun and come out saying ‘that was super duper.’ Without the partiers, there is no party.”

“In a year I hope to see ourselves on the map with some of the other local people who are also doing the same as us,” said Ho. “Recognition, mostly, and the hands-on experience. Personally I hope XP Entertainment will

start out as a small career for me to get real-world experience.

I hope to learn as much as I can from it. Even if we do not meet our expectations, we’ll have fun doing what we do.”

“We hope to see it [XP Entertainment] branch out into Waikīkī – not only for local college students, but also students on vacation – with bigger venues, and name-acts and big headliners,” said Larson. “We want to get residency at bigger clubs and host massive events every few months. Residency is when your group gets a regular weekly schedule for that given venue. We want to leave a lasting impression with the people who joined our parties, so they keep coming back for more.

“As an entrepreneur and marketing major, I want to make a career out of throwing memorable parties and creating an ideal party environment for college students.

I want to gain more hands-on experience in the entertainment industry and reinvest those skills into bigger, more bad-ass events.”

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Hawaiian Brian’s: billiards, bands and booze CANDACE C HANG Associate Chief Copy Editor In years past, Hawaiian Brian’s was the kind of place that your fathers, mothers, uncles and aunts might have been familiar with. But today, its family-friendly atmosphere is open

to all ages, and welcomes the college-aged adult looking for something to do.

POOL Whether you’re young or old, a beginner or pro, Hawaiian Brian’s is one of Hawai‘i’s premier pool venues. With 33 tables

spread throughout a wide arena, there is ample space for novices to play beside experts. Its casual atmosphere invites players to laugh and enjoy themselves, socializing and celebrating over the worst and best pool moves.

“It’s a very social thing, because you can talk while you’re

playing,” said Glenn Anderson, owner of Hawaiian Brian’s.

“Most people … just like to have fun. When they’re playing by themselves, it’s more creative.”

And the crowd is not what you might expect. “Pool starts with ‘P,’ which rhymes with ‘T,’ which stands for trouble,” said Anderson,

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The price of the game is nothing to shy away from either.

At roughly $5 per hour, a game of pool is comparatively priced with activities such as going to the theaters, but offers an interactive experience that goes beyond artificial 3 -D effects. On top of that, there’s a student special; A nderson said, “any student with an ID pays half price.”

Add in the $1.25 for parking with validation, and Hawaiian Brian’s still remains one of the lowest-priced venues in the A la Moana area.

said we only do this kind of music … we’re trying to be as open as possible,” said Anderson. Other genres have included a concert by a visiting blues guitarist and electronic dance events.

Still, the major show to look forward to in upcoming months is the Everclear charity concert, to be held on Dec. 2 with tickets priced at $25.

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MUSIC If billiards isn’t your thing, Hawaiian Brian’s also opens itself up as a musical venue for many local performing artists and bands.

Although it mostly features live alternative rock, such as Friends of Adam and the Scene Choice Awards, “We haven’t

Location: 1680 Kapi‘olani Blvd.

Hours: Mon-Sun 10 a.m.-2 a.m.

Phone: 808-946 -1343 Website: www.hawaiianbrians.com Cover: $3-5.75 per hour, depending on time and number of players

MORE A lthough Hawaiian iian Brian’s Brrian r i n ’ss is mostly known ffor or itss bilbii lliards and, recently, musical l y, mu u si s caa l showcases, there is something some e th t hin ng for almost anyone to o do. Of O f f to to the side of the pooll table tables and e s an nd stage area is an arcade a rcade e that th h at features classic games m es such s uch u c h ass Street Fighter I V and a nd a small ssm m al alll prize counter in a Fun Factor y F F - esque fashion.

Beside that is an eater y that offers local classics from meat jun to kalua pig, alongside traditional venue fare like nachos and burgers. There is full bar ser vice, and $2 Tuesdays offers one of the most remarkable deals around: $2 playing times, $2 Bud Light on tap, $2 Jose Cuervo Gold, and $2 L ong Islands and tidal waves. Despite the fact that it ser ves alcohol, Hawaiian Brian’s is open to people of all ages, so is a great place to visit for those with underage friends.

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Downtown

Cafe Che Pasta is an affordable ($5 cover before 11 p.m.) dance venue suitable for the 18-and-up crowd. It also offers a full bar for those of legal drinking age.

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Being under 21 doesn’t condemn you to an endless parade of dorm parties or movie marathons, and it doesn’t mean you have to be left behind when your 21-and-over friends head out for a night of fun.

While Downtown and Chinatown nightlife caters heavily to the 21+ crowd, here are a few places that are not only 18+, but cool enough that you’ll be able to convince your of-age friends to come with you.

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Friday is Latin dance night at Cafe Che Pasta, featuring “salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, mambo, tipico, cumbia y mucho mas,” according to the venue’s website. If you’ve never danced these before, don’t worry – there are plenty of beginners out on the fl oor having a good time.

If you’re there before 11 p.m., the cover is $5; after that, it doubles.

So even if you don’t plan on dancing right away, at least head over and get stamped before the cutoff.

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Under-21: ALCOHOL-FREE ENTERTAINMENT INCLUDES DINING, ART from previous page

The DJ typically starts with traditional salsa, merengue and bachata music. At this point in the night, the dance fl oor is normally fairly empty, so you’ll have plenty of room if you want to do any fancy turns or lifts. As the night goes on, however, the fl oor gets extremely crowded, and those around you will probably not appreciate your attempts to show off as you run into, step on and hit them.

Around midnight, the DJ transitions to reggaeton and similar music, and the dance floor takes on a more familiar “club” feel. If you’re shy about your dancing ability, this is the time to have some fun without feeling like the whole club is looking at you.

Girls will dress in anything from little – sometimes very little – black dresses to jeans or shorts; however, remember it will be tough to dance in slippers or backless heels, so pick your shoes carefully.

And guys, don’t be afraid to ask a girl to dance – so many of the guys just stand against a wall that girls are often forced to dance with each other, and will very likely take you up on the offer.

If you want your of-age friends to accompany you, let them know there’s a full bar, although starting around midnight it can take a while to get a drink because of the crowd.

Cafe Che Pasta Location: 1001 Bishop St., Suite 108 Hours: Fri 9:30 p.m.-Sat 2 a.m.

Phone number: 808-524-0004 Website: www.chepastacafe.com Cover: $5 before 11 p.m.; $10 after 11 p.m..

D OW N B E AT D I N E R & L O U N G E Downbeat Diner offers a cool retro ambience and late-night dining, and patrons of all ages are welcome. Because it serves food, this is a great spot to wind down after a club, but you can also chat, sip drinks and watch the old movies that are projected on a wall inside.

Burgers and sandwiches range between $7.50 and $9, and you’ll have to shell out an extra $2 for fries or a side salad. But the food is tasty, and portions are large enough to share with a date or friend, as long as it’s not your main meal of the evening.

Your 21+ friends will have plenty to enjoy as well. Specialty drinks are around $7, and well drinks are around $4. One thing to keep in mind is that the servers only do one check per table no matter how many people you cram into your booth, so bring

cash unless one person wants the whole bill on his or her credit card.

Downbeat Diner may seem a little pricey if you’re just interested in a burger and fries. But if you’re willing to pay a little extra for ambience, this is a fun spot for your whole group p to hang out Downtown.

Downbeat Diner Location: 42 N. Hotel St. Hours: Mon 11 a.m.-midnight; TueThu 11 a.m.-3 a.m.; Fri-Sat 11 a.m.4 a.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone number: 808-533-2328 Website: www.downbeatdiner.com Cover: No cover; bring money for food or drinks

F I R S T F R I DAY GA L L E RY WA L K S You may have heard that First Friday isn’t fun until you’re 21, but that’s not the case. While it’s true you won’t be able to enjoy most of the bars and clubs, don’t underestimate the art walk portion of the night, open to all ages.

From 6 to 9 p.m., the art galleries of Downtown/Chinatown are open for showing. You can fi nd most of the action by

heading to Nu‘uanu Avenue and Hotel Street and following the crowd.

Your over-21 friends can purchase wine in many of the galleries to enjoy as you peruse, and in addition to experiencing the diverse art displayed, you can enjoy live music and street performances. If you’d like a bite to eat, there are normally a variety of food trucks and carts parked in the area.

When you’re done in the galleries, extend your evening by heading out to dinner at one of the many restaurants in the area. Be prepared for crowds though; call ahead to see if your restaurant of choice takes reservations, or assume you’ll need to wait for a table.

First Fridays Location: Chinatown arts district Hours: First Friday of the month, 6-9 p.m.

Website: www.firstfridayhawaii.com Cover: No covers; bring money for food, drinks or artwork

HOUSING GUIDE The Ka Leo is getting ready to help the students move, store, and live in and around Honolulu.

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Staying safe on campus TIEN AUSTIN Contributing Writer

If you live on campus and feel uncomfortable walking home at night, here are a few tips you can use to help keep you safe.

University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Student Housing Services recommends walking home in groups to increase the likelihood that students will arrive to their dorms or apartments safely. A group of students walking discourages people from intruding because the aggressor will typically be outnumbered.

SHS also recommends walking in well-lit areas, so students can see their surroundings and others in the area can see what is going on. Even though UH is generally a safe area, it’s best to avoid walking in dark places on campus at night.

These are tips that freshman Kim Vieira keeps in mind.

“Usually [I walk home] with a group,

but I’d feel safe walking by myself. Dole Street is well-lit,” she said.

For extra precaution, Campus Security provides security escorts for students from 6:30 p.m. until 9 a.m. Students can either call 808-956-6911 from their cell phones or 6-8211 from any campus phone.

A security escort will then either walk with the students back to their dorm or pick the students up in a Campus Security vehicle. If a security vehicle is used, then the escort can transport a maximum of three students back to their dorms.

Security escorts will pick up students from Puck’s Alley, Yogurtland and above Shidler School of Business.

From these locations, they can either bring students to their dorms or apartments on campus.

Marcail McLean, a junior who has used an escort multiple times, said it took 10 minutes for campus security to show up. She was picked up in their van

and brought to her dorm.

In case of an on-campus emergency, there are 68 emergency call boxes on the UH Mānoa campus. These will connect students to a campus dispatcher, who can send a security officer to the caller’s location without any verbal communication.

If students do come across an immediate emergency, they should still call 911 and talk to an emergency dispatcher.

Students should also pay attention to the UH A lert Emergency Notification System emails, sent to UH email addresses. These emails inform students of suspicious activity and emergencies on campus.

Lastly, students are encouraged to contribute to a safe UH Mānoa campus.

If students see or experience anything suspicious on campus, they can anonymously report it online at www.hawaii. edu/security/tip.html.

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The 68 emergency phones around campus are lit for visibility at night. In the event of an emergency, students are also encouraged to call 911.

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Learning to trust: improv with Laughtrack Theater DOYLE MOELLER Staff Writer

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What was your graduation experience? Given the prompt “graduation,” members of the improv group Muslin Hamster began with monologues of their own experiences. Co-owner Shannon Winpenny explains that she dyed her hair bright red so that her mother could see her.

Best Irish bar downtown: O’Toole’s. Downtown’s got a quite a few Irish locales these days, but O’Toole’s has got the whole package – the ambiance of a little pub, a huge board of Boston Red Sox memorabilia, and live Irish music from the Doolin Rakes every weekend.

The only thing it’s missing is corned-beef and cabbage. Of course, given it’s location, it’s easy enough to grab the bite to eat across the street and then return to O’Toole’s for the bar – never missing an Irish beat.

Best ‘little’ rock club in Waikiki: The Irish Rose Saloon. It’s off the beaten path, tucked away on the second floor of a building next to a 7-11, not on Waikiki’s main drag. But it’s surprisingly spacious, and they’ve got live bands playing every night, on a stage with a great sound system. Awesome bands like Masters of OZ and Elephant tromp across the stage every weekend, and the room always remains friendly, whether there’s 10 or 100 people in the place.

There is a hole in the heart of Chinatown. Across the street from Hawai‘i Theatre, there stands a black hole where Laughtrack Theater once was. But all is not lost: the long-form improv group is still very much active, though the lack of a permanent performance space has changed the game a bit.

Laughtrack Theater Company is still the sole provider of longform improv – a group improv style that utilizes “groupthink,” as well as audience suggestions, to create a completely new show every time the group performs – on O‘ahu. But the venue it uses to provide this improv-y goodness has become fl uid, with Laughtrack working in several spaces, most commonly Hawaiian

Best place for dinner and a show: Kelley O’Neil’s. Okay, this one’s tongue in cheek.

Kelley’s has got some great pub/grill food – they make a fantastic burger and the Guinness pies are a unique and fun addition to the pub menu. The band goes on right after the kitchen closes. The band is not the show though. The show is the people. Being centrally located in Waikiki with live music every night means that all sorts end up in here, and the music is generally just low enough to talk over it. With odd folks and odder conversations sometimes flying about, you might wonder if you’re in the someplace like the cantina from Star Wars.

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The style usually uses a very minimal stage with basic lighting, and once the show begins, it becomes clear why everything else is toned down: the actors provide the color and excitement. Muslin Hamster, one of the many groups performing with Laughtrack, works without any signals or cues, relying instead upon each other’s ideas and trusting each other to support those ideas.

For those who’d like to learn, Laughtrack offers classes for all ages, with students ranging in age from 11 to 83. Graduates of advanced classes usually become performers for the theater, but even people who want to learn a new skill or just have some fun are welcome.

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Best place to catch a showing of local bands: Anna’s. No really, Anna’s. Anna O’Brien’s is right around the corner from UH on Beretania St and holds a couple shows a week, with music of all styles: reggae, blues, punk, and they’ve even started an Original Songwriters night that seems to mainly be for the acoustic guitar and piano crowd. Other places might have live music every night – but for a rotating stable of local artists, Anna’s is where it’s at.

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who wants to try anything,” said Laughtrack co-owner Shannon Winpenny. When she says anything, she literally means anything can happen; she explained that most, if not all, long-form improvs start with an “idea generator,” in which actors get a chance to feel out whatever subject the audience shouts out.

In one performance, the prompt offered to the group was “graduation,” so each member gave a short monologue about his or her graduation experience while elements from the monologues found their way into the scenes in interesting and unexpected ways, like a Nintendo DS played during graduation turning into playing Tetris on a wedding day, complete with a Lithuanian bride who enjoys the Russian music.

Larissa Nielson, a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa graduate and regular member of Muslin Hamster, says the thing she learned most from improv has nothing to do with theatre – she says she has learned how to accept herself. To her and to many others at Laughtrack, that’s what makes improv so awesome. “In this house,” said Muslin Hamster member and UH Mānoa graduate Scott Hanada, “it’s all about love and support.”

When asked about the future of Laughtrack, Hanada explained that it will defi nitely be staying in Chinatown, as it is getting a new space in January. “It’s a great community in support of the arts. The metamorphosis since the ’80s has been amazing; we want to continue being a part of an expanding movement in art appreciation.”

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After a solemn walk down the “aisle,” Muslin Hamster members Larissa Nielson, Shannon Winpenny and Scott Hanada (left to right) express their joy at graduation. The theater takes pride in never performing the same skit twice, so expect to see a wide variety of skits when you visit.

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Smoking in a room with the windows and doors closed is a foolish concept. The heated air will force itself out, usually through the door and not the windows, making your room an easy target.

The smoke also travels and can disturb nonsmokers. I used to tell my residents, if they wanted to drink and/or smoke anything, to do it outside of the dorms like in the unlit park across the stream.

D R AW I N G T H E L I N E Know your own personal ethics, standards and limits. If you

never think about how much you can drink before killing yourself and then go out and get plastered, you may end up as one of those people I write about in Campus Beat.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not going to say something like â&#x20AC;&#x153;donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give in to peer pressure,â&#x20AC;? because at some point we almost all do. Embrace that fact and prepare yourself for when it happens. If you think about how you will react to being dragged to a party and asked to drink before you go to the party, you will at least have your own personal heads-up.

Almost all of us would say that we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drink and drive, but we ďŹ nd no problem with drinking and hobbling around like some comedic characters from MTV. Would you try crystal methamphetamine? No? Would you drink at a party (of legal age or not)?

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We all know what it is, but to clear the air: pregaming is consuming several alcoholic beverages or using drugs before going to a social event with the intention of easing yourself into the social scene. Originally, it was a term used exclusively for tailgating before a sporting event, typically football. Eventually it began to encompass drinking at any level before any event. Now, there is actually pregaming before the pregame (tailgates).

Speaking as a student, there are two primary reasons people pregame – being underage and saving money.

Often, students pregame because they are underage. Sup posing that someone begins college right out of high school, he or she will be underage for more than half of college (assuming graduation on the four year plan). Moreover, most alcohol consumption typically happens in a student ’s first and second years of college. For most, it is the first time they have lived on their own, free of parental restrictions and morals. It ’s also the time students meet the group of friends they’ll keep for years to come. Additionally, underclassmen have more free time; introductory courses are less demanding, compared to up per division courses. Compound freedom, new friends and easy coursework, and you get a party animal. However, because the partier is still a cub, he/she must party before the party – bar, concert or club – to be drunk.

K risten Scholly of University Health Services, however, issued an important reminder. “[Underage pregaming does happen, but there are conse-

quences that go along with that.

So it ’s not like it ’s not being watched.” She also said that students cited by HPD for underage drinking must undergo a judicial affairs process on campus.

The main reason to pregame is you are able to get drunk for four or five bucks. You can split a 30 -rack of beer or bottle of liquor with three or four friends for approximately $7 each. Or, you can go on a solo buy and get two 40 -ounce (approximately six and a half cans of beer) or two Four Lokos for approximately $6. Compare that with the cheapest bar in town, where it will cost you 6 -10 times that amount to get to the same level – unless of course you like drinking at 5 p.m., but even happy hour drink specials are more costly. Now, to even get going (3-4 drinks) at a bar after 10 p.m. is going to cost at least $15 dollars, and that is if you’re cheap and don’t buy anyone a drink and don’t tip.

Pregaming allows you to play drinking games that you can’t out and about. Some favorites are chandeliers, king’s cup, snapa, power hour, Edward 40-hands, ride the bus, fl ip cup and the infamous beer pong.

Another reason, as stated in Annette Esquibel, Thomas Mumford Mum and Jocelyn Rausch’s usch’s neuroanthropology article rticle “We Pregame Harder er than you Party!” is students claim “preregaming ‘gets rid of potential awkwardness at the beginning of parties.’ It gives es you a ‘confi nfidence boost’ and makes you ‘more more loose and able to socialize.’”

But for many, pregaming simply ser ves as the launching pad for you and your close friends as you come together to share a few drinks before the craziness that will ensue.

Pregaming often lasts for an hour or two. However, very often, the pregame turns into the game, in that people end up getting lost, throwing up and passing out before the night has even really begun. Often, this is caused by binge drinking. It results from variables other than being a “lightweight,” and includes fatigue, stress, dehydration and drinking on an empty stomach.

Pregaming is fun. It sets the mood for the rest of the night.

If you are irritated and annoyed while pregaming, you’ll likely be in the same mood at the party, so go home. It also allows you to establish your potential sleepover partner by encouraging more intimate conversations in a less crowded environment.

Rest assured, resident advisers, resident directors and Campus Security, this isn’t confi ned to Americans. It happens all over Europe and other countries as well. For example, in Germany it is called “vorglühen,” meaning “pre-heat.” We aren’t the only ones drinking before drinking, and for good reasons.

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Is your sex life is boring? Are you often referred to as a dead fi sh or wet towel? After the fi rst time you have sex with someone, do you rarely get a call back – or is he or she less than enthused when you call? Has your partner begun avoiding sex or complaining about its monotony? Well, here are a few tips to bring you out of your pity party and make you a better lover.

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Stamina, flexibility, strength.

This isn’t to say you have to be “ripped.” However, you should be healthy by means of regular exercise. By having decent prowess in fitness, you will be better equipped for rigorous, exciting sex. Stamina will prolong the act, as well as ejaculation. Flexibility will help you penetrate (or be penetrated) more deeply and in more varied positions. Strength will allow you to do that which was only thought possible in pornos: like the standing 69, for example.

If not for sex, consider the added benefits merely for your health.

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alternative. Make every attempt to learn new things, and be open to new experiences. This doesn’t have to include challenging your sexuality, but if your partner wants a little anal play, don’t be so oppositional. Being adventurous is exponentially easier with a consistent partner, but either way you should constantly be looking to add techniques to your repertoire.

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SELFLESSNESS Be willing to please. Sex is a mutual thing; otherwise, it’d just be masturbation. Make sure you give as much attention as you receive. If she goes down on you, you should be willing to return the favor (not to mention you heighten the chances of both of you achieving orgasm). Good lovers want to please their partners.

They are more considerate with the other person’s satisfaction because it gives them satisfaction.

If it is a spontaneous encounter, think of it as good publicity; if you do it, and do it well, all of his or her friends will know.

A GOOD SELF-IMAGE Have confidence. How is anyone else supposed to think you’re a master of sex if you aren’t even comfortable with yourself? Throw all that self-conscious bull out the window. If you get a person in bed, it is for obvious reasons: they like what they have previously seen in the light. Really examine your own naked body. Stare at every inch and get to know and accept it. If you aren’t happy, do something about it (we’re talking fitness and nutrition here – not extreme measures).

Some people are self-conscious about their genitals because rarely do people examine their genitals nearly as

much as any other body part.

Look at ’em and become familiar. It sounds stupid, but it is extremely important. Get to know confidence and emulate it. Of course, there’s a fine line between confidence and hubris, so tread carefully.

LASTLY ... BUILDUP Suspense. It is what makes it all worthwhile. If you give it up too often or too quickly, the gift become less special, less rare.

You might be awesome in bed, but psychologically, the other person will know this wasn’t exclusive and won’t view you as unique. On the contrary, if you build something, even if it is just from an acquaintance, you will be a prize to be desired and relished. Then, when the moment does happen, it will be that much more amazing.

Notice none of these mentioned looks, intelligence, or “swagger.” Sure, all those help, but they are more the exceptions than the rules. Anyone is capable of being an amazing lover; you just have to work at it.

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Recent studies of personality types suggest that a preference for familiar experiences over newer ones is a key marker in what we would label the “conservative” mindset. It’s strange to think of average nightclub attendees, drunkenly demanding that the DJ play another top-40 track before lurching off to the bar to scrounge up another Long Island iced tea or vodka Red Bull, as being “conservative.” You’re going to have to trust a professional on this one though; that is precisely what it is.

Don’t get me wrong, everyone is entitled to his or her own taste (however banal it might seem to me), but it does present a bit of a challenge as a DJ. You see, for the it’ss my job to introduce most part, it you to new variations and combinations of music. Yet that clumsy trio that keeps demanding I play “The Dougie” while they’re spilling their

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drinks all over the dance floor?

They don’t really care about artistic integrity. To them, DJs are just human jukeboxes or glorified mp3 players. To be fair, maybe a lot of DJs are exactly that. They show up with as much popular music as they can, along with the mindset that they are just going to give you whatever it is that you think you want.

However, most serious DJs approach what they do with more creativity than the average jukebox playlist. Some of us spend long hours digging to find new music that wouldn’t be available to the average consumer just yet. So when you work your way across the dance floor to ask your friendly neighborhood DJ to play one of the songs you’ve had on loop on your iPod since 2007, you’re essentially asking him to abandon all hope. It’s a bit like going to a nice restaurant and then asking the server to bring you something from McDonalds.

Granted, you might think I’m crazy. You might argue that painting the nightlife in Honolulu as a mostly conservative affair is absurd and unjust. My retort, however, is as follows: visit any club from the eastern side of Waikīkī to the western side of Chinatown on a regular Friday night, and chances are you’ll hear not only the same genres of music in most of them, but usually the same tracks. It will, in all probability, be top-40 music that is heavily marketed by one of the major record labels – with a few oddball tracks from

roughly one to two years ago thrown in.

We live in a world where readily available music production software (such as Ableton Live) has created a veritable explosion of new music across the globe, where new genres are born on a weekly basis and new musical cultures tens of millions strong spring anew. When we live surrounded by such musical abundance while our nightlife suffers from a dearth of new and exciting sounds, I say it is a bona fide tragedy. Why do we choose to be so monotonous in our approach to partying, and why are we so reserved when we should be cutting loose?

I don’t really have a comfortable answer to that question, except to say that these are difficult times where both DJ and audience member alike seem to be searching for something that remains elusive.

Thankfully, we don’t really need to know the answer to that question to solve the problem. All we really need to do is begin making different choices about where and how we party. As the saying goes, “there’s no accounting for bad taste,” but we needn’t let a small thing like taste keep us from having a good time.

I won’t shamelessly plug myself or any of my friends here, but if you want to discuss the issue of new music (or maybe just vent your frustrafrustra tions by yelling at me), feel free to email me at FUM A NCHU808@ gmail.com.

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Honolulu is a dynamic city with numerous nightlife attractions. Unfortunately, the vast majority of people who spend time here as tourists or as mainland transplants are given a myriad of mixed messages concerning nightlife options. People are easily overwhelmed by the information overload, and amid the confusion, most individuals seem to default to choosing tourist-saturated locales such as Waikīkī.

Sadly, Waikīkī and similar areas fail to demonstrate the true spirit of Honolulu’s nocturnal potential.

For those asking themselves how they can get the most from our local entertainment options, the answer is simple: Chinatown.

The beauty of Chinatown is that it unambiguously contrasts everything Waikīkī represents.

Even before the nightlife begins, the differences in shopping are evident when comparing Waikīkī and Chinatown. In Waikīkī, you will find Versace, Dolce & Gabbana and other fashion labels, which are located in nearly every upscale mall and duty-free store worldwide. There is nothing unique about this. In Chinatown, however, you will find dozens of boutique shops offering distinctly

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The identity of Chinatown, as a community, is much more concrete and tightly knit when compared to the transient and shallow identity of Waikīkī. Chinatown has been and will continue to be a reliable location where everyone – including tourists – can enjoy a unique and well balanced nightlife scene. In comparison, people partying in Waikīkī can be certain to find the same, massproduced nightlife environment copied with little creativity.

Chinatown’s success is due to each and every patron’s unrelenting embrace of his or her individualism and counter-mainstream tendencies. Chinatown’s growth as a nightlife venue most likely occurred as the natural aggregation of people who were sick and tired of the superficial character Waikīkī portrays. It continues to be each person’s decision whether to follow the pack into Waikīkī or branch off and try a more individualistic fl avor of nightlife merriment.

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The nightlife of Chinatown is in a league of its own, hands down.

Where to begin? “First Friday,” which occurs on the fi rst Friday of every month, commences with art galleries and artisans staying open late into the evening, displaying their creations. The night progresses into a shoulder-to-shoulder street party. Live bands play, and dozens of street vendors offer the whole gamut of food and beverages. In contrast, Waikīkī never has to reroute traffic due to a street party. Waikīkī is simply far too mainstream and tourist sensitive to seriously consider the notion of holding block parties.

Chinatown’s Hotel Street holds a near monopoly on both the quantity and quality of live shows offered.

Most notable is Nextdoor. This club’s stage opens up onto a roomy dance floor, and its extra-wide bar tucked toward the back offers revelers plenty of beverage choices.

Chinatown, because of its central location downtown, also benefits from the great mix of inhabitants from all parts of Honolulu society.

Unlike Waikīkī, which lives and breathes the tourist dogma, Chinatown combines the Hong Kong

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Busking in Waikīkī continues despite proposed ‘Sidewalk Sweeper’ operation WILL CARON Editor in Chief Walk through throug Waikīkī on any night of the week and an you’re bound to see numerous buskers, or one of the nu performers and artists, street perfor excitement and colthat add exc dazzling or to the already alr Waikīkī strip.

W Wa ikīkī strip Set up primarily along the mauka side of Kalākaua Avenue, from Aven the Royal Hawaiian Cenwa ter to the nter nat ional I nt Market Place, Mar these buskers have been Waikīkī nightlife a staple of Waikīk than a entertainment for more m decade.

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PERFORMERS’ EXPERIENCES EXPE “Every day is different,” differen according to Mike Muro, one of several gold- and silver-painted silver-painte buskers who pose as statues until unwitu ting passersby get too close. “I piss them off, I scare them, I make th them laugh, I’ve made them cry.

I’ve dropped six people to the peo ground by scaring the them without touching them. I think that’s pretty impressive.”

It was at this point that Muro stomped his gilded boo boot loudly on his pedestal, frightening a group of oblivious tourists.

“It’s very eventful out here … fi ve guys tried to rob me [once]. …

I’ve been grabbed in th the front 21 times – all girls,” he laug laughed.

Another busker, Andres Andr Oyarzabal, agreed that Waikīkī’s strip is Waikīk eventful. For him, the eenergy level of the audience and gathering a g crowd is what makes a successful street performance.

“If they enjoy [the show], they s clap, they make the show sho exciting

with a lot of energy, and then I really enjoy [it] too. Some shows, if it ’s too quiet, people watch, but you can feel the energy is low, and they just walk away ... I do the show anyway, but it ’s not a good show.

It ’s better when the people actually stop to watch.”

Oyarzabal had just finished his finale trick, the vanishing champagne bottle.

A fter building up the crowd’s excitement by removing the bottle partially from its brown paper sheath, he pretended to fail repeatedly before asking if he could perform a different trick instead. W hen the crowd said yes, he crumpled the brown paper bag, along with the champagne bottle, in such an understated way that it took a second for the crowd to realize that he’d succeeded after all. “ The connection is better, and the people walk away happy, and [that makes] me happy too, even if I don’t make money.

The donation is something relative; sometimes it’s good, sometimes bad, but if the show is good, I am happy.”

‘OPERATION SIDEWALK SWEEPER’ Though it isn’t unusual to see 40 or 50 performers on a good night, recently there have been fewer and fewer buskers. On this particular night, there were no more than 20, and many of them were reluctant to speak with reporters.

At the Waikīkī Neighborhood Board meeting on Sept. 13, street performers spoke out against a proposed HPD operation that had been discussed in the previous meeting. Police had previously insisted that the new operation, called the “New and Improved Operation Sidewalk Sweeper,” was designed to go after peddlers, not buskers.

But during the PowerPoint presentation that HPD Sgt. David Barnett presented to the Waikīkī board, he specifically mentioned “peddlers, street performers, animal solicitors and structures that obstruct the sidewalk” as “things in Honolulu that we have a problem with.”

Peddling, according to Barnett ’s presentation, consists of “an offer for a sale, donation or exchange, directed at a

single person, where tangible items are traded for money,” which is why most buskers, who offer performance or other nontangible ser vices in exchange, were considered legal.

Street performing on the other hand, as Sgt. Barnett acknowledged, is “a touchy subject here. It ’s a First A mendment right; they can go out there and they can talk – they can do what they want to do.”

According to Barnett, “Where it becomes peddling is if they are paid to perform.” Using one of the silver men as an example, Barnett explained that “if he does not do anything, and just sits there, and the girl comes up and puts money in the bucket and then has her picture taken, that is being paid to perform.”

He then compared that to a steel drummer who frequents the strip. “He’s just playing along and doing his thing and people walking by are dropping money into the bucket, OK? At that point he is performing for pay. So based on that, there is no violation.”

DEFINTION CONTROVERSY

Several of the buskers in the audience questioned how “performing for pay” was any different than “being paid to perform.”

Buskers insist that the new city revisions that the police are implementing will affect most or all of them, especially the artists and musicians along Kalākaua Avenue, who can now be arrested for “sidewalk solicitation.” According to Barnett’s presentation, this includes asking for money or donations in exchange for items or expressive presentations such as performances on the sidewalk.

As ‘ūkēkē player Troy Fernandez’s young daughter put it at the board meeting, “a sweeper is something to clean up rubbish, and we are not rubbish.”

What will happen to the street performers of Waikīkī remains to be seen, but students who want to experience this aspect of nightlife along Kalākaua should take some time between bar-hops to stop, watch a magic show, listen to steel drums or observe a golden man scaring tourists.

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Three easy ideas for a casual night in ELLISE A K AZAWA Special Issues Editor Instead of hitting the clubs, bars or expensive restaurants, plan a night at home with three or 30 of your closest friends. Here are a few fresh ideas to make staying indoors fun.

P ROG R ESS IVE D I N N E R PARTY

You’ll need: Three to four friends who can host one course of a meal Great for: Small or large groups of friends

No, it’s not a gathering of your most liberal friends. Instead, it’s a dinner party where each course is eaten at a different location.

If “progressive dinner party” sounds too formal, you can pitch the idea as a “safari supper,” as it’s known in the United Kingdom.

Whatever you call it, it’s great because it allows for the convenience of a potluck with the fun of being on the move.

The fi rst step to planning a progressive dinner is to determine the number of places at which you want to eat and their relative locations. If all attendees live in the dorms, then it will take just a few short minutes to walk from one course to the next. If your attendees live in apartments scattered throughout the city, however, then factor in the time it will take to travel to each location.

If your destinations are close together, then you can plan for an

ambitious four or fi ve stops, with one course served at each. If your destinations are farther apart or the idea of spending upward of four to fi ve hours eating a meal is unappealing, then three stops is the perfect number.

You’ll also need to allot a certain length of time at each destination. Between 45 and 60 minutes is ideal, and remember to include travel time. You’ll need suffi cient time for the dinner guests to get settled and for the food to be prepared, served and consumed.

While the host of the fi rst course has the day to prepare, the hosts of courses two and beyond, particularly the main course, need to prepare in advance. The entrée host should select simple dishes that can be made in advance and

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quickly reheated, such as spaghetti or lasagna. Other options include things that can be cooked quickly, such as pre-made hamburgers or veggie burgers, which can be thrown onto a George Foreman grill and cooked in batches as soon as your guests arrive.

The key with progressive dinner parties is to have fun and not worr y too much about cooking an elaborate feast. The simpler, the better.

BUNCO You’ll need: 12 people 12 dice 12 index cards or sheets of paper for each player’s scorecard Three notepads and three pens for keeping score (one notepad

and pen per table) Great for: Getting different groups of people to socialize together

I don’t know what it is about this simple, luck-based game that makes people shout, yell and unleash their previously unseen competitive drives, but I’ve witnessed the effect enough times to know that it might hold true for your friends too.

Bunco, also spelled Bunko, is a dice game typically played with 12 people, but can accommodate a higher number of players in multiples of four, such as 16 or 20. This game does not require any skill or strategy – you only need to get See Staying in, next page

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lucky when you roll the dice.

Rules may vary among Bunco groups, but the basic outline for 12 players is listed here.

There are three tables, with four people assigned to each table.

If you don’t have enough tables, players can sit on the floor in groups of four. The fi rst table is officially the “Head Table,” which controls the game. The second table is the “Middle Table” and the third table is called the “Loser Table.”

In each round, you are rolling for a number. In round one, you roll for ones. In round two, you roll for twos, and so on, until round six, when you roll for sixes.

In round one, each player takes turns rolling three dice. For every “1” that appears on the dice, you get one point. If your three

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dice all show 1s, it’s called a Bunco and is worth 21 points. As soon as the head table reaches 21 points or someone at the head table gets a Bunco, that round is over and you move to the next round. Players who have lost at their table move to the lower table and people who win move to the higher table. So if you are at the head table and lose that round, then you move to the Loser Table. If you win at the head table, you stay put.

The second round begins, and now you are rolling for 2s. For each 2 that appears on the dice, you receive one point. If you roll three 2s, it’s a Bunco, and you receive 21 points. This continues until you have done the numbers 1-6 four separate times. At the end of the evening, the players who re-

ceive a prize are those with: the highest number of wins, the second-highest number of wins, the most losses and the most Buncos.

This incredibly fun game is a great way for a large group of friends to socialize with each other, and is perfect if you’re looking for a way to get different groups of friends together. The constant mixing and changing of places at tables ensures that everyone gets to talk to everyone else while having a great time.

SPA NIGHT You’ll need: One small, plastic tub for each person Nail polish An exfoliant and moisturizer Facial masks

Great for: Relaxing As fi nals approach, taking time to relax is crucial. Hosting a spa night is a great way to socialize with friends while treating yourself to a night of pampering.

A basic start for spa night is manicures, pedicures and facials.

Each person should bring a small, clean, inexpensive plastic tub in which to soak her (or his) hands and feet in warm water, before applying a gentle exfoliant or scrub.

Maintaining a clean, hygienic atmosphere will keep the experience fun and fresh, in addition to avoiding any potential bacteria problems.

If you don’t own a facial mask product, there are a number of inexpensive options. You can pur-

chase single-use facial masks for a few dollars at Longs, Walmart or other drugstores. These stores, in addition to places like Sephora and Macy’s, also sell tubs of different facial mask products, so you can have dozens of uses.

If you prefer to make your own mask, there are inexpensive ideas online. One recipe, from YouTube sensation and Lancome spokesperson Michelle Phan, is for an avocado tea mask. Take half of an avocado, mash it and mix it in a bowl with two tablespoons of powdered green tea. Then take a handful of tea leaves and brew a cup of tea. Instead of taking the liquid from the tea, take the brewed tea leaves and add it to your avocado mash. Apply the mixture to your clean face, wait 10 minutes and then rinse.

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‘Aiea at night ELLISE A K AZAWA Special Issues Editor If you’re willing to venture beyond downtown Honolulu and away from the traditional bar and club scene, you’ll fi nd some unexpected things to do in ‘Aiea. Here are two interesting places to check out.

‘Aiea Bowl Location: 99-115 ‘Aiea Heights Dr. Hours: Vary Phone number: 808-488-6854 Website: www.aieabowl.com Price: Free - $25 ‘Aiea Bowl bills itself as “a new experience in entertainment,” and its intriguing combination of bowling, chic eating and alcoholic beverages fits that description.

Open bowling, when the public is allowed to bowl, is available at various times throughout the day, so you’ll need to call ahead or check their website before you make the trip. Cosmic bowling is currently offered four nights per week, each night with a different theme. Making lane reservations is highly recommended – otherwise you may fi nd yourself waiting for hours before you can bowl.

At Madhouse Mondays, held every Monday from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., 18-- to 20-year-olds will need to pay a $10 cover fee; 21-year-olds and over have no cover charge.

Bowling is free with a college ID. Weekly event her Way Thursdays, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., features prize giveaways, late-night pupus, drink specials and a DJ. Eighteen- to 20-year-olds must pay a $15 cover fee; 21-year-olds and over have no cover charge. Cosmic bowling is $5 per person, per game, and women bowl free.

Funtastic Fridays and Super Duper Saturdays have a DJ and emcee.

Bowling is $25 per lane, per hour.

In addition to bowling, ‘Aiea Bowl is equally well-known for its restaurant, which received a Star-

Advertiser “Critics’ Choice” ‘Ilima Award. That’s right, an awardwinning restaurant in a bowling alley. The menu covers an impressive array of dining options, from pan-seared furikake ‘ahi to a roasted portabella mushroom sandwich to a spring mix salad with creamy Thai dressing. One of the restaurant’s most-loved dishes is its oxtail soup, served with ponzu sauce. The restaurant is open Sunday-Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and ThursdaySaturday from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m.

The Bar Lounge features different drink specials nightly, including Tasty Tuesdays with a selection of red and white wines.

Ice Palace Location: 4510 Salt Lake Blvd.

Hours: Sun 10:45 a.m.-8 p.m.; Mon-Wed 9 a.m.-3p.m.; Thu 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 7-9p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 6:30 -11 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Phone number: 808-487-9921 Website: www.icepalacehawaii.com Price: $9 A trip to Ice Palace might remind Hawai‘i residents of elementary-school field trips or kiddie birthday parties, but the experience is also enjoyable as an adult. As the only ice rink on island – and in the state – it can get crowded, but it’s worth checking out, particularly if you haven’t been there in years.

Ice Palace offers evening skating on Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays. General admission is $8.90 and includes the use of ice skates.

Lockers are available to store your items while you skate and cost 50 cents to rent. There are also arcade games to keep you entertained if you need a break from skating.

If you get hungry, the venue has a snack shop with reasonably priced hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, pizza and other items.