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State bonds aid PSU construction projects 1st expansion to begin fall 2014 Coby Hutzler Vanguard Staff

Recently approved state bonds—$64 million worth— will aid PSU in expanding the School of Business Administration and reshaping the Peter W. Stott Center. The funding comes as part of a larger, $743.5 million funding effort across the state to improve Oregon’s universities

and community colleges. Of the $64 million, $40 million has been allotted to the SBA’s expansion and remodeling, while the remaining $24 million will go toward turning the Stott Center “into a lightfilled, mixed use building with new academic and athletic spaces,” according to a press release. Work on the Stott Center is slated to begin in fall 2014; the groundbreaking for SBA’s expansion is scheduled

for January 2015. “This is good news for our students, our partners and our community,” PSU President Wim Wiewel said in the July 8 release, adding that “we are grateful to the Legislature and private donors for making [the projects] possible.” In addition to the money provided by the state, PSU is also working to raise around $20 million in philanthropic donations for each project.

The latest injection of funds means that, according to the release, the SBA is presently at 88 percent ($52.8 million) of its $60 million goal for the expansion. The Stott Center project is also fast approaching its funding goal of $44 million. The projects, according to the release, “will add muchneeded space to help meet the state’s goal for 40 percent of its residents to earn a bachelor’s degree” by 2025.

The state’s goal stems from the broader “40-40-20 goal” approved by the Oregon Legislature in January 2011. The plan, which has become the driving force behind many of the state’s higher education decisions, calls for at least 40 percent of Oregonians to have a bachelor’s degree, 40 percent to have an associate’s degree and the remaining 20 percent to have at least a high school diploma by 2025.

breadth of capability and versatility. “I feel like that was kind of what got me the win. With art you can have your own style, but with design you can’t really be personal about it; you have to address each project differently.” It seems that Hoagbin is right; the press release announcing the winners quoted the jurors as saying, “it is clear that he has no one style or goto visual solution, but instead, he approaches each brief as a unique challenge.” “I think it’s an interesting and different approach to design, where it’s not specialized in one special thing,” Hoagbin said. “You’re brought a question, and you get to come up with a fun, creative way to go about [answering] it.” Hoagbin said that at this point his major requires

him to focus on either print or interactive design, and he hasn’t decided which he wants to pursue. He has mainly been focusing on his work and meeting other people in the industry. Indeed, one of the jurors was Don Rood of Felt Hat Design. Hoagbin said Rood contacted him and posed an opportunity for an eventual job. An exhibition featuring Vazquez Gomez’s and Hoagbin’s work will be held in PSU’s Autzen Gallery this fall, from Oct. 3 to Nov. 1. An official reception and awards ceremony will be held Oct. 24 during Portland State of Mind week. Hoagbin said that he thinks the exhibition will be interesting because his works are so different from Vazquez Gomez’s, who comes from

a different area of the field. “Patricia, she’s an artist in the social practice program…they [bring the] focus away from making objects and want to talk more about…art and art practices,” Hoagbin said. Vazquez Gomez agrees that her work has become less “at home” in gallery settings since she took up her social work concentration. “It’s not necessarily object-based. It’s about setting up pieces for participation and for dialogue,” Vazquez Gomez said. Hoagbin is looking forward to sharing exhibit space with Vazquez Gomez. “I feel like making objects with someone who doesn’t make gallery work is an interesting way to think about approaching an exhibit,” Hoagbin said. “I think it should be something fresh, something different.”

make sure everything is in a safe position before losing all communication. “We have the power to ruin our experiment, but thankfully no one’s done it yet so we’re still operating,” Weislogel said. Weislogel has been working around the clock since this round of experiments began a few weeks ago, but he shows no signs of slowing down. He relies on his skilled team of students, a fascination with fluid mechanics and plenty of Dr. Pepper to keep him going. “We’re going to have so much data to deal with after the next few weeks,” Weislogel said. “This is just really good

science. It’s really working out for us.” Weislogel, who has always been fascinated by microgravity science, developed the desire to work in low-gravity fluid mechanics while in graduate school. During his 10 years with NASA he proposed and developed experiments for use in space, which he described as fundamentally interesting but also immediately useful to the program. “These tests can use the zero gravity on the space station to design systems that will work when NASA does whatever it wants to do next,” Weislogel explained.

“Say they want to send a fluid system to orbit Venus. Previous systems didn’t work very well, but with experiments like this they can do it much better now.” Weislogel explained that space exploration is entering a new era, and that although NASA is stepping away from space transportation there have been many exciting developments in space tourism in the private sector. “Our results can be directly used to design future spacecrafts,” Weislogel said. “It’s pretty exciting that these experiments are commanded not at Cal Tech, but right here by students at PSU.”

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Winning artists demonstrate contrasting fields in PSU’s art school while volunteering in the community; as she heard more of the story, she found inspiration. Vazquez Gomez traveled frequently between Mexico and the U.S.; while in Mexico, she would record images of and messages from the woman’s three daughters, and then repeat the process with the mother in the U.S. Vazquez Gomez said that when she submitted her portfolio in May things were so busy in her life and with school that she nearly forgot about the prize until she got a phone call informing her that she had won. She was impressed by the work her peers submitted and was surprised she was chosen.

Vazquez Gomez feels supported by all her peers and classmates in the master’s program, and is proud of what art can do for social work. “We are sort of developing a new practice, and a lot of times we have questions of how valid it is as art, so the validation of the practice of this hybrid is really great,” Vazquez Gomez said. “Not only for me but for all my peers across this concentration.” Hoagbin, the graphic design student who received the $4,000 second-place prize, said that since he’s only a sophomore he didn’t have many pieces to choose from for his submission. He wanted to submit work that showed a

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Professor-led student team working around the clock hate, but I love coming to work here,” said John Tucker, a sophomore in PSU’s engineering program and one of the top students involved with the experiments. Tucker said that he’s always had a knack for engineering, and his ability to innovate helped him stand out to Weislogel. He’s practically capable of running the experiments all by himself. “This is all stuff that I’m really interested in, and I couldn’t imagine a better job.

If you were just trained to take data and weren’t interested in the science this would probably be pretty boring,” he said with a laugh. “We do things pretty slow in space.” Weislogel explained that the slow and methodical movements in space are interlaced with moments of great stress. The team has specific times when they can operate experiments before audio and visual outages occur due to periodic satellite disruptions. They have to

Engineering student john Tucker, sits at the controls of remote experiments being performed aboard the International Space Station.

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Oregon House approves tuition overhaul study Committee to examine feasibility of state-managed tuition fund Matthew Ellis Vanguard Staff

The Oregon House passed a bill last Monday opening the door for creating a new tuition system at Oregon colleges that was co-written in part by Portland State students. The bill, HB 3472, combines two related tuition bills in the Oregon House—the first concerns tuition freezes for Oregon universities, and the second is a proposal for a “Pay it Forward, Pay it Back” program, which would create a cyclical tuition fund for Oregon students. The program, pushed by many PSU students, was originally drafted by the Economic Opportunity Institute in Seattle. “Student debt is some of the biggest debt you can have outside of, say, buying a house,”

said Seri Soulatha, a PSU senior who helped draft a proposal for the “Pay it Forward” program with his Senior Capstone class last fall. “Creating a program like this to both help students get out of debt and stop it in the first place will hopefully be a great step forward.” The pilot program stands to replace the current system of tuition and fees at universities with a pool fund: Students entering college will sign a binding contract with the state of Oregon to pay a certain percentage of their annual adjusted gross income after graduation—3 percent for 24 years, as the plan currently stands. While the plan would require state support to get started, contributions from students would grow the program to

self-sufficiency in 25 years. Soulatha and his fellow students organized a group called Students for Educational Debt Reform to help push the bill in Salem, and opened a Facebook page and a YouTube account where they uploaded a series of videos explaining the plan before it was pitched to the Legislature. Support came along the way from groups such as the Oregon University System and the Oregon Working Families Party. “This is a big day for Oregon students,” the OWFP said in a press release. “But we couldn’t have done it without your help.” After the bill went to the House, the OWFP sent more than 4,000 emails pushing legislators to vote for the bill. The bill is now headed to Gov. Kitzhaber’s desk, and its unanimous approval has attracted the attention of the national media, drawing mentions from

The Huffington Post, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. “I was surprised, honestly,” Soulatha said. “Going into the class I didn’t think anything would come about from it. But it is giving the student debt crisis the necessary attention it needs, especially with [Stafford loan] interest rates doubling, which will just make more debt.” The passing of HB 3472 does not guarantee implementation of the “Pay it Forward” program, however. After it is signed by the governor, the Higher Education Coordinating Commission will conduct two sets of studies during the 2015 legislative session to determine the efficiency of tuition freezes and to look into the efficacy of the program. If the HECC determines the program is feasible, it will be up for another vote to determine its implementation. But it is very possible the HECC could find too many

wrinkles in the program the way it currently stands. That Oregon would need to financially support the system until it can reach self-sufficiency looks daunting to a state government already asking difficult financial questions. And tracking students for payments after many leave the state will require complex tracking mechanisms not currently set in place. “These are the kinds of creative ideas we need to look at,” said Diane Saunders, director of communications for the OUS. “There are certainly a lot of sticky issues, but we are at a time when we need to start looking at new options. There is a recognition that the current form of tuition isn’t working.” Whether “Pay it Forward” passes in its current state or not, Saunders explained there’s a need to re-examine the way Oregon looks at tuition. She described the difficulties of maintaining a manageable

budget for state schools, which received higher appropriations from the state in 1991 than in recent years despite having 34,000 more students now. And tuition, she explained, cannot simply be excised from the table—students currently pay 70 percent of the working costs of Oregon schools, when they were only responsible for 30 percent 20 years ago. Regardless of what happens with the HECC’s study, it seems clear the national conversation about student debt is only getting louder, and groups like PSU’s Students for Educational Debt Reform and the OUS are increasing the pressure on lawmakers to reduce the financial strain on students suffering from overwhelming debt. Find more information on OUS’s website at ous.edu. The Students for Educational Debt Reform can be reached at facebook. com/sedrpdx.

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Oregon’s public universities to benefit from increase to OUS capital budget This reduction of the 2013 tuition increase was announced along with the passage of a larger OUS capital budget for 2013–15. The OUS capital budget allows Oregon’s public universities to invest in and pursue various expansion and reconditioning projects. At PSU, this type of funding is being

directed toward the renovation and expansion of the School of Business Administration and the Peter W. Stott Center. According to a July 8 press release, the capital budget passed Monday at $567 million—for “a substantial increase” of 104 percent over the $278.5 million approved for 2011–13.

This increase comes on the heels of a similar increase in the organization’s 2013–15 operating budget. The new operating budget, approved in June at $761.5 million, is up 10 percent over 2011–13 funding, and follows a 16 percent decrease in funding experienced by OUS for the previous funding biennium, in 2011–13.

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“How do you feel about the new tuition increase?” austin maggs Vanguard Staff

Chris Kline, 24, a public health junior, feels that tuition is already high and shouldn’t increase. “People pay too much money at Portland State as it is. It’s very expensive and I don’t feel like our money is going anywhere. It’s not going back to the school at all and I don’t feel like we’re building any more buildings. Where’s it all going?” Kline asked.

Andrea Sutter, 33, a speech pathology postbaccalaureate student, just started postbac work and isn’t looking forward to paying back more loans in the future. “The tuition prices are skyrocketing and it obviously makes it more money I have to borrow and then pay back,” Sutter said.

Eric Noll, 21, a political science junior, works for the Associated Students of Portland State University as the legislative affairs director. He is unhappy with the increase and is working on investigating where tuition money is going. “We’re told...that we need to raise tuition to keep our service levels up, and yet our service levels aren’t staying where they’re supposed to be. It makes me wonder where our money is going, and I plan to figure it out this year,” Noll said.

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Sarah Schultheiss, 24, an art senior, isn’t happy with the increase and feels it will push people away from school. “I feel like PSU should be open to everybody in Portland, and if you increase the tuition it’s going to narrow the amount of people who are able to attend. One of the things I like about PSU is you get people from all sorts of backgrounds…like people who are going back to school and people going to school for the first time. The higher the tuition is, the less of that you’ll get,” Schultheiss said.

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arlier this year, the name Edward Snowden was not likely to gain any attention in casual conversation. Now the name is well known around the world—and even if you don’t remember his name, you remember what he did. Only a few weeks ago, Snowden, an ex-contractor for the National Security Agency, leaked secret information regarding the government surveillance program in the United States to the Associated Press. His decision to release the nature of the surveillance program has been met with a lot of questions and concerns from American citizens. However, in the technologyrich world we live in, the notion of government scrutiny should not come as a shock. The complexity of the technology that we use on a daily basis makes using this type of surveillance a piece of cake. If your phone can track the locations of your friends or keep a record of all your past text messages and phone calls, then you have to expect that some of your personal information is floating around somewhere in the digital cloud. But on the other hand, Snowden claims that the extent of the data collected by the U.S. government is far greater than the public knows and could point to dangerous and potentially illegal activities performed by those involved. The unclear extent to which the government is monitoring our technology and personal lives is unnerving.

The uncertainty clouding this issue has left many Americans unsure of how to react to the knowledge of these programs. People are very upset by the idea that their government may possess a vast collection of information about them. It is an invasion of their privacy as well as an infringement of the rights and freedoms that we should have as American citizens. But, regardless of your personal ideas about privacy or the ramifications of Snowden’s actions, the newfound knowledge of this program is much bigger than the United States. The details Snowden made public are affecting people all around the world. The surveillance programs funded by the U.S. government have the power to collect information about people—even people who are not currently living in the United States. American-based companies such as Facebook, Google, Apple and countless others are believed to be involved in these projects, but statements released by the companies suggest that even they were unaware of the reach of the initiative. Many countries who consider themselves allied with the United States were never informed of the existence of such programs. Many European countries are uncomfortable with the idea of mass surveillance. It is nearly impossible to know if the data collection adheres to the laws of these different countries, or if those

collecting the data are even following the laws of the United States. The United Kingdom, for one, is beginning to worry about surveillance programs potentially being used by their own government. While the U.K. government cannot monitor its own citizens without ministerial approval, the widespread use of the Internet (with many website headquarters located in the United States) suggests the prospect of loopholes in their surveillance laws. What kinds of information are being collected from people living in the United Kingdom? Germany is also very disturbed by the level of secrecy employed by the U.S. government. As a country that struggled with their own national surveillance under the Stasi—the secret police— many Germans view the U.S.’s enterprise with disapproval. The responses and actions of the NSA are beginning to throw into question the authority of governments around the world. Is the kind of mass surveillance being used by the U.S. government truly for the safety of its citizens, or rather to deceitfully infringe upon the rights of Americans? And should there be limitations on the authority of any government? Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to these questions, and this is an issue that calls for further debate. With the widespread use of technology and changing perceptions of privacy and confidentiality, this is not an issue that will slide by. The actions of Edward Snowden will be remembered for a long time to come.

Portland cyclist has filed a lawsuit for $10,000 for injuries she received from a collision with a police car, prompting me to once again wonder how exactly the police uphold traffic laws and safety measures. I also wonder why this woman was riding a $750 beach cruiser on the sidewalk of one of the least-safe streets in the city. Any city-smart cyclist, or any who has ridden their bike around the North or Northeast neighborhoods, should know that there are bike thoroughfares on either side of both of the area’s busiest streets: Alberta and Killingsworth. Bike safety is not a difficult concept to grasp, and a beach cruiser does not cruise that speedily. Haley Miller, the 28-yearold pilot of the steel horse in question, decided to ride against the flow of traffic on the sidewalk. Presumably, she intended to roll toward the crosswalk instead of taking Northeast Sixth Avenue, a through street behind the area from which safe routes can be accessed. At an undetermined speed, at the sidewalk indent, she was clipped by James Habkirk, who has been an officer with the Portland Police Bureau for 19 years. It’s unclear which party was responsible for the crash, however the finger tends to point toward Habkirk when one evaluates the amount of damage that the complainant and the bicycle suffered. Miller claims that the crash demolished her $750 Schwinn beach cruiser and incurred $3,860 in medical bills for injuries to her neck, shoulders

and leg. Some of these injuries have been deemed “permanent,” her suit says. Talk about an expensive and painful accident. How fast could she have been going while leaving the next-door post office? How did she get so injured traveling at a slow pace toward the opening of the parking lot? Unless she pedaled like a lunatic toward the corner of MLK, she should have been rockin’ slower than a rusted, sandy Schwinn at top speed on a boardwalk.

His only other explanation for the crash was that the cyclist had no lights. It was 9 a.m.

Habkirk, who was responding to a burglary call, claims to have looked both ways before inching forward onto the sidewalk. This doesn’t seem to be the case. His only other explanation for the crash was that the cyclist had no lights. It was 9 a.m. You do not need lights when it isn’t dark. But, as we all know, the word of the officer in his report is considered before the statements of the cyclist. The lawsuit is assuredly leaning in Habkirk’s favor, considering the fact that he is still working in the same precinct and has been since

the incident. In any other circumstance, with any other job that requires driving, Habkirk would have been kicked to the curb faster than Miller’s ricochet off his front left bumper. Undoubtedly, Habkirk’s veteran status with the police force has some bearing on the weight of his claims in this lawsuit, in accordance with a governmental view. He also stated that Miller claimed she was uninjured at the time of the accident— right before Habkirk called the paramedics. If Miller’s bike was demolished and her injuries so bad that they incurred almost $4,000 worth of medical bills, shouldn’t a veteran officer of the police know immediately that the woman needed help? Or is the issue the animosity between dueling legal parties—the common folk who hold a grudge against authoritative and oppressive stations, and the police who are so used to their status above the law that they entertain a lack of care and must cover up their legal boo-boos? Both these parties are at fault. Miller should have been paying attention to where she was riding, or avoided riding on the sidewalk in the wrong direction. Habkirk should have looked both ways, or known that he should be setting an example of safe driving even while rushing to a possible burglary. Common knowledge tells us to look both ways before crossing the street. This is an absurd tragicomic insight into how people cannot pay attention to even the simplest facts of life. Hopefully more people decide to ride their bikes in the bike lane, and hopefully next time the police can make it out of the precinct before they hurt anybody.

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ubsidized Stafford loans are now officially twice as expensive as they were last month, going from a 3.4 percent interest rate to a whopping 6.8 percent. The hike automatically went into effect when the Senate’s Democrats and Republicans, unsurprisingly, could not play nice and come to an actual decision. While all of the previously acquired Stafford loans we have will not be affected, any loans students take out as of July 1 will have double the interest rate. You know, we get it. America has a lot of debt, and it’s probably not feasible to send every slacker into higher education at the expense of the country. But is it really feasible to balance the national budget on the backs of students? Students are already set up to fail. We have to decide as teenagers or early 20-somethings what we want to do with the rest of our lives. Then we are thrust into learning to live by ourselves, to cook by ourselves and to figure out how to be fiscally responsible. Then, finally, we get the privilege of taking out everincreasing loans, working incredibly hard and going into tons of debt, all for a degree that may or may not land us a job after we graduate owing a seemingly insurmountable amount of money. Excuse me if I’m whining too much, but it seems like perpetually throwing hurdles at young people that inhibit their success isn’t going to lead to the future we all hope to have. Like every other generation before us, we’re young and

we’re irresponsible, yet we’re going to be the generation that will have to solve all the problems that our predecessors created. For students going to school right now, that means attacking more than $16 trillion of debt we have all gotten ourselves into.

Students are already set up to fail. We have to decide as teenagers or early 20-somethings what we want to do with the rest of our lives. Then we are thrust into learning to live by ourselves, to cook by ourselves and to figure out how to be fiscally responsible.

So, if America doesn’t value its young citizens, education and that whole future of the country business, what does it value? Freedom? With all the new information and scandals about how the National Security Agency frolics around invading people’s privacy, it’s hard to argue that we value our freedom any more than our continued education.

Even our liberty doesn’t seem to be too much of a priority for Americans anymore. We may possess far more liberties than many other countries, but does that justify the fact that we still haven’t legalized samesex marriage in most of the United States? Oregon hasn’t even gotten with the times enough to allow people the basic right to marry whom they love. Luckily, there’s still the chance that the Senate will pick this issue back up, take it seriously and create legislation that retroactively works to make sure students will not have to pay for the abrupt interest raise. Additionally, Oregon is staying on top of the issue with a new bill that was just passed unanimously in the state Senate on the same day as the interest raise. The plan, called “Pay it Forward, Pay it Back,” creates a pilot program wherein students receive free tuition during their time at community colleges and public universities. After graduation, they would pay a percentage of their income for school. The benefit, of course, would be that even if you ended up in a dreary, dead-end job after college, with three kids gnawing at your ankles and mangy dogs howling outside your door, you would not be stuck with gigantic student loan interest payments. Whether Oregon’s plan will prove helpful to students, there will be seven million new subsidized Stafford loans just this year, and those loans will have interest rates that are twice as expensive as they were just last month. Hopefully, Americans can continue to find innovative ways to address the challenge of educating our citizens— without adding to our “itty bitty” debt problem.

he world is a big place. As long as there have been people walking around, we’ve been exploring and procreating to further our society. Now we’re halfway through 2013, and our population is well into the billions. Recently, the United Nations released new population projections. They’re predicting that the world will hit 7.2 billion people next month, and it’s estimated to reach nearly 11 billion by 2100. That’s a lot of people running around. Now, not to be one of those people, but the Earth is not an infinite entity. With different creatures being added to the endangered species list every day, it’s important to remember that our time on this planet is not going to last forever. Another thing to consider is the rising amount of pollution and the still-imminent threat of global warming. When you consider that we’re going to be reaching maximum capacity within the next century, pollution, global warming and the loss of natural resources are even more terrifying. However, like Vice magazine stated in a recent article, “Overpopulation is a tricky one to deal with.” Population control is an extremely touchy subject. If approached in a specific way, one could argue that a country would be doing it for the greater good and preventing a quicker loss of resources. The counterargument would be that the government has no right to play a role in how many offspring people can have. Plenty of other countries have used different methods of population control to counteract overpopulation, but those countries also deny their citizens many basic human rights. Vice interviewed Michael E. Arth, an urban designer and ex-politician, on the subject of

overpopulation. He discussed the effects of population growth on the environment. We already know that a greater number of people have a more negative effect, but according to Arth, we should also be concerned about the amount of research being poured into life extension. Life extension involves staving off the effects of aging and dying, and it’s projected we’ll have some form of effective means to do that within the next few decades. Arth claims that if people are living longer, it’s only going to amplify the negative effects of overpopulation—and it’s a strong argument for greater population control.

Birth credits are a more humane solution to overpopulation, and they would replace past tactics such as forced sterilization and implemented birth control.

“That’s why we have to get started now. Waiting just compounds the problem,” Arth said. “World population increases by 220,000 every day, after accounting for the 155,000 who die. It’s truly a hydra-headed problem, because for every person that is cut down by death, more than two are born.” Arth went on to talk about the fact that China would have “two billion people today if not

for their population policies.” But even with population control, 350 million more Chinese were added to China’s population since 1978. That’s a lot of people in just one country within that span of time. In conclusion, Arth stated that the solution—for China and the rest of the world— would be a choice-based, marketable birth license plan, or “birth credits.” Birth credits are a more humane solution to overpopulation, and they would replace past tactics such as forced sterilization and implemented birth control. Birth credits would allow an individual to have as many children as she wished, as long as she buys the proper licensing beyond an average allotment. The cost of a birth credit would be determined by the current market, and would also represent “a tiny fraction of the real cost of raising a child.” I like Arth’s solution. It solves the problem in a way that doesn’t really infringe upon the human right to procreate. Arth’s plan would also allot each person half a birth credit—so when two people come together as a couple, they would be able to combine the half-credits to have a child. The most important argument against any kind of population control is whether it’s ethical to dictate procreation. However, while we do have the right to have babies, we also need to realize that overbreeding means disregarding our fellow humans. Arth said we should always strive for the lowest possible population growth in order to protect the environment, our resources and ourselves. It’s a sticky situation. We are approaching a zenith in our population. Rather than living in some weird, fatalistic fantasy where we all have 10 children (this is my nightmare, just so you all know), we need to take a good, hard look at reality and do our part to delay a planet with 11 billion people for as long as we can.

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Calling all heroes! Stumptown Crawlers look to break record with charity pub crawl Brandon Staley Vanguard Staff

Hundreds of costumed crawlers will take to the streets this Saturday for the third annual Superhero Pub Crawl, for which participants dress as superheroes and trek from bar to bar, all in the name of charity. The crawl will begin at Paddy’s Bar and Grill, at 65 SW Yamhill St., at 1 p.m., before continuing on to other locations. The event is scheduled to conclude at 10 p.m. There is no cover charge for entry to the bars. The pub crawl is organized by the Stumptown Crawlers, a volunteer group that specializes in putting on pub crawls and walks for charity. All proceeds from the event will be donated directly to p:ear, a local charity that helps homeless and transitional youths through education, art and recreational programs. “We did p:ear last year,” said Jon Simmons, founder of the Stumptown Crawlers. “We raised over $900 for them.” Simmons said he has a personal connection to organizations like p:ear. Having been

homeless twice in his life, first as a teen and again after the recent housing crisis, Simmons finds this cause important. “I believe in what they do and I believe it’s a great organization to support,” Simmons said. This year’s crawl will attempt to break the current world record for the largest number of people dressed as recognizable superheroes in one location at a time. The current record is 1,580 heroes and was set in 2010 with the help of actor Will Ferrell. That record was set during a promotional event for the movie Megamind. Rumors have been circulating that Ferrell would make an appearance at the crawl, but Simmons couldn’t substantiate that rumor. “I can’t confirm that Will Ferrell will be showing up, but I can say that Ricky Bobby and his wife will be there. They’ll be rolling up in a zebra-printed limo,” Simmons said. Simmons isn’t just relying on Facebook RSVPs and allusions to celebrity attendance to ensure the record is broken, though. He has also been getting help from local organizations such as The Portland League of Geekery. The league is a group that organizes monthly meet-ups focusing on different aspects of nerd culture, including Dungeons & Dragons, cosplaying and costuming, Magic the Gathering, live-action role-playing and anything else that fits the bill. They have also started attending charity and non-charity events in costume.

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KATRINA FOX, dressed as Silk Spectre from Watchmen, gets ready for this year’s Superhero Pub Crawl. “We all read comic books of some sort, we attend any and all comic book conventions, we love cosplaying and we believe in supporting local causes,” said Deanna Uutela, co-founder of The Portland League of Geekery. “So being part of the Superhero Pub Crawl was a given.” Uutela said that at least 10 members of the league were already planning on attending. While some members had purchased costumes for the crawl, several had built their own, she said. Regardless of how members are obtaining their costumes, they’re all adhering

to the guidelines of the event, which are fairly strict because of the record attempt. “There are specific guidelines in order to have your costume qualify,” Uutela said. “One qualification is it has to be a superhero, not a villain, and it has to be a recognizable character, not one you just made up.” Those looking to attend the Portland Superhero Pub Crawl need only show up at Paddy’s Bar and Grill on July 13. The counting for the world record is open to all ages, but the crawl itself is a 21 and over event.

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Monica Belluci stars in the unnerving and tense experience that is 2002’s Irreversible. Turner Lobey Vanguard Staff

Irreversible Told in reverse chronological order, Gaspar Noe’s Irreversible is a story of violence and revenge. The film follows the events of a single horrific night in Paris. After his girlfriend Alex is beaten and raped in a highway underpass, Marcus embarks on a bloody and cruel journey to find the man responsible. I found myself staring at my feet or tracking the perimeter of my television more often than I watched the screen. The single viewing sits in my stomach like a festering knot of uneasiness and tension. It wasn’t comfortable to watch, and a repeat viewing is highly unlikely. After some follow-up research, I learned a few things about the movie: that film audiences and critics alike walked out during screenings; that since its 2002 release it has ignited a fury of controversy; and that it often tops “Most Disturbing Films” lists on the Internet. Having seen the film, I understand why. Irreversible is unrelenting in its presentation of humanity’s worst actions. The camera

rolls on, unwavering and uncut, as a woman is brutally beaten and raped for an unbearable 9 minutes. Viewers who have seen 2011’s Drive, by director Nicolas Winding Refn, will find the influence for the terrifying elevator murder scene in Irreversible’s graphic depiction of a man being beaten relentlessly in the face with a fire extinguisher until he is long past dead. Irreversible is disturbingly graphic in the way it shows violence and rape. It’s not so much an exploitation as it is a condemnation of the acts in a way that is both terrible and cruel. The nonlinear storytelling method makes viewers begin the experience with the most terrible acts and then hold those within them as the rest of the movie unfolds. Watching the film is a test of tolerance and endurance. Irreversible is not for the faint of heart or weak of stomach.

5th Avenue Cinema presents Irreversible 510 SW Hall St. Friday, July 12, and Saturday, July 13, at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 14, at 3 p.m. $3 general admission, free for students

Academy Award winning actress Jennifer Lawrence (center) stars in Winter’s Bone, a tale of desperation in the Ozark Mountains.

Winter’s Bone Before rising to stardom in the colossal blockbuster event that was The Hunger Games movie, Jennifer Lawrence starred in Winter’s Bone, a drama that is equal parts thriller, detective mystery and rural noir. Lawrence is Ree Dolly, a 17-year-old who is forced to take on the role of surrogate parent to two younger siblings and a mentally ill mother while her father cooks methamphetamine between stints in the local jail. After her father puts the family home up as leverage for his bond and disappears, Ree sets out to track him down. Safety is abandoned as her search for her father leads her into a world of crime, violence and drugs that poses considerable risks to the well-being of herself and her family. The film’s depiction of rural Ozark poverty is chilling. Circumstances are so bleak at times that it’s easy to mistake the modern film for a Depression-era period piece. The family lives in extreme poverty and the threat of starvation is constant: They’re forced to hunt and eat squirrels and rely on the goodwill of others to stay alive.

Winter’s Bone was nominated for four 2011 Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor. The film may not have won any of the awards, but it’s easy to see why it was nominated. Where the film truly succeeds is Lawrence’s performance. Her nomination for Best Actress is justified by her portrayal of iron-clad determination in the face of grim desperation. She is equally fierce and astounding. The core of the movie may be shrouded in the despair of the Dolly family, but the true message can be found in Ree’s courage. Life can be overbearing and cruel, but there is always some glimmer of a silver lining—however hard it may be to find. Winter’s Bone will be screening at 5th Avenue Cinema beginning July 19.

5th Avenue Cinema presents Winter’s Bone 510 SW Hall St. Friday, July 19, and Saturday, July 20, at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 21, at 3 p.m. $3 general admission, free for students

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A Portlander abroad A Viking in London Elisha Feliciano Vanguard Staff

London. A city filled with life found in pubs, archaic architecture, a happening night scene and crowds of fun-loving Brits. On the day of my arrival, I passed through customs and was immediately confronted with a scene that could have been from a comedy show on the BBC. As I showed my information to the security guard at the immigration desk, I received a series of questions filled with sarcasm and skepticism, stereotypical of English comedy. All very fun for me, by the way. It went like this: Me: “Hello. I have documents to show you.” Guard: “What are you in England for?” Me: “Studying.” Guard: “Have you got the papers to prove this?” Me: “Yes.” Guard: “Have you ever been to England before?” Me: “No.” Guard: “Where are you studying?” Me: “Cambridge.” Guard: “The University of Cambridge?” Me: “Yes.” Guard: “Really?”

Me: “Yes.” Guard: “Will you be doing any work while here?” Me: “No.” Guard: “Are you sure?” Me: “Yes.” Guard: “Any internships or anything like that while here?” Me: “No, just studying.” Guard: “Are you sure?” Me: “Yes, I’m sure.” Guard: “No bit of work on the side or getting paid for assistance?” Me: “No, just studying.” Guard: “Are you sure?” Me: “Yes, I’m sure!” Guard: “All right, there you go.” I took a cab into London and had the joy of looking through my window as the city passed while the cabbie chatted on his mobile with a mate. He was having gal troubles and was letting the person on the other end know about it in great detail. From the ride, I gathered that the rules of the road are basically to: quickly accelerate; dodge as many vehicles and pedestrians as possible without slowing; and turn as abruptly and often as possible. It was a bit disconcerting, but also exciting. Just as the majority seem to walk or cycle in Portland, so it is in London—but on a larger

Faith and fatherhood in graphic form Top Shelf Productions releases new autobiographical comic

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A Matter of Life, the latest release by cartoonist Jeffrey Brown, is available now from Top Shelf Productions. many artists grow up and have children they’re no longer writing about their own lives. Sliceof-life parenthood is simply more refreshing than tales of depressed and alienated teenagers who like to draw. That’s not to say that rarity is all that A Matter of Life has going for it. Brown has a knack for honest and reliable storytelling, and almost seems to revel in self-deprecation. Part of the charm comes from the somewhat crude art style. Most pages are divided into a 12-panel grid, with some alterations here and there. This gives Brown a small area to work with, but it’s where his simple, expressive line work shines. In the space of just a couple square inches, Brown has no problem depicting shame, anxiety, anger or the joy of childhood. From the flawed, handwritten text to the visible strokes in the coloring, each aspect of Brown’s visual style grounds the work. On every page we get the comforting reminder that a real person—not some master-artist demigod—created this work. A Matter of Life finishes on an ambiguous but positive note regarding both faith and fatherhood. There’s no ultimate realization, no epiphany. The book just sort of ends. And life goes on.

18-years-olds (the legal drinking age here) fully engaged in the music that stemmed from the ’80s pop era while dancing their drunken little hearts out. The hits “Beat It” and “99 Problems” were pleasers for the diverse crowd that all sang and danced in unison. The crowd’s love of electronica disco-pop was evident, and the club was poppin.’ People here also consider international politics important. Most have an opinion and boldly share it. I was surprised by how closely they follow American politics, and found their stereotypes to be rather funny. Those I spoke to wondered why Americans drive such inefficient gas guzzlers (the average vehicle in England gets 30-40 mpg) and where we keep our guns (England doesn’t allow firearms, pepper spray or stun guns and considers carrying anything lethal a crime worthy of arrest), and believed that Americans can be spotted simply by their sparkling, full-toothed smiles. The first three days I spent traversing the city, visiting notable places like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, The National Gallery and Paddington Station. I’ve heard that Cambridge, my place of study, is a bit different from London itself; that it’s quainter, more cut off from the world and completely beautiful. The University of Cambridge and Edinburgh are my next destinations. Until next time, cheers!

Tales from the typewriter My monthlong journey to write a novel

Tristan Cooper

From beginning writing classes to novelist question-and-answer sessions, one of the most common pieces of advice given to writers is to “write what you know.” It explains why so many authors choose to write about themselves. What does one know better than oneself? Cartoonist Jeffrey Brown is known for his ability to turn the microscope on himself without pulling any punches; one of his previous graphic memoirs is My Funny Misshapen Body. Brown recently found mainstream success with the immensely popular Star Wars-themed children’s book Darth Vader and Son, and the latest follow-up, Star Wars: Vader’s Little Princess. No doubt Brown pulled from his own experiences as a father to create some of those humorous situations with young Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa. A Matter of Life sees Brown returning to autobio-comics, courtesy of Top Shelf Productions. The book assembles scenes from Brown’s past and present to ruminate on faith and fatherhood, from the perspective of both father and son. Much of the first half is focused on faith, and Brown’s gradual loss of it. Those keen on graphic memoirs will know the beats: finding contradictions in the Bible, growing disinterested in church, coming out as secular to religious parents. To be fair, it’s not as though Brown is cribbing from other artists. He lived these moments himself. The problem is that a lot of other cartoonists have gone through similar trials and have already put these memories to paper. The strength in A Matter of Life comes from the fatherhood angle. Familiar childhood situations take on a new light when we flash forward to today, now that Brown has a young son of his own. In turn, he reflects on his relationship with his own father. It’s an uncommon sight in comics; by the time

scale. The city is filled with enormous amounts of bikes, pedestrians, buses and cars that are all fighting for narrow spots on the road. The architecture is amazing. Most buildings in London have been standing for centuries. Portland is a place to walk about and notice interesting or strange creations made specifically to be different. Traveling through London, everywhere you look you see beautifully old, charming architecture. It’s a reminder of the history and culture, where the architecture of Portland seems to be more a mark of an inclusive, “weird and proud” identity. The city is a bustling metropolis of people pouring out of the sidewalk and dodging vehicles to hurry across the streets, often to their favorite pub. In London, it’s not the restaurants where people spend their time and money, it’s the pubs. The pubs are where every bit of social life happens. They don’t just cater to those with a thirst for drink, they also offer lunch and dinner to accommodate social bustle and connection. People tend to drink to socialize rather than to get drunk. Coming from America, I can say that there is a big difference—though drunkenness is often the end result, it’s not the motive. The Roxie is a club advertised as a place for disco and pop. Let me tell you, it was like walking into a scene from A Night at the Roxbury. It was interesting to see a crowd of predominately

By the time this edition of the Vanguard goes to print, my novel for the Camp NaNoWriMo writing challenge should be at roughly 16,150 words. As of now, I’m about halfway there, working my way to the 7,000-word mark on my fifth day of writing. Not only does the Camp NaNoWriMo website allow its users to input their daily word count and keep track of their progress, it tells users how many words they’ve written on a daily basis, what the overall word count is and how soon they’ll finish at their current rate. As I write this, I have yet to enter my work for the day, so my expected finish date is Aug. 10. While word count is important, it’s not the most significant thing. Through this accelerated process, I’ve learned several things about myself and my writing. As much as I deny it, I’ve learned that I’m a perfectionist when it comes to my work.

I’ve always been the one to insist that people write and not worry about what a first draft looks like but to just keep writing. In the last year, I suppose I’ve become much more picky about the quality of my writing, expecting my first drafts to be perfect. No one’s first draft is perfect. Anne Lamott, a fiction writer who also teaches creative writing, said in her book Bird by Bird that all first drafts are “shitty firsts drafts.” They allow writers to play with the world they are creating and to explore the characters they’ve dreamed up. I have to keep reminding myself that drafts are just that: drafts. They are a place to explore. I found a website, Coffitivity.com, that plays coffee shop sounds: people talking, cups clanging, the till opening and closing. I’ve been playing it under my own soundtrack for this novel, and it’s worked incredibly well and doubled my productivity. Writing is not a sprint, it’s a marathon. It takes a great idea, which I hopefully have, and endurance to keep on with the idea. And then, of course, comes the editing. Thankfully editing is not a part of NaNoWriMo, but that will become my problem after July 31.

Writing a novel is a major undertaking, especially when it comes with a deadline.

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A new vision for University Place Hotel Study underway to determine hotel’s fate Ryan Voelker Vanguard Staff

University Place Hotel may soon be forced to close its doors. A new market study and development strategy will help Portland State decide how soon that will be. As enrollment continues to grow every year, PSU is looking to get out of the hotel business and better employ the University Place site. While renting out rooms is not proving to be profitable, that four acres of urban property is an attractive oasis for future development. A pursuit to decide the location’s fate is currently underway. PSU has hired Johnson Reid, a local real estate development and consulting firm, to conduct a yearlong market study beginning this August, which will help determine a long-term future for the site. The firm was selected through a request for proposals process, and was one of four teams considered for the project. “Johnson Reid is going to assess market conditions to determine what uses [of University Place] make the most

sense,” said Dan Zalkow, the executive director of planning, construction and real estate for Finance and Administration at PSU. “At this point we’re going to be open to a variety of options, and we’re going to look to them to help us figure out what the most appropriate use and ownership model is for this site,” he added. Zalkow explained that PSU is avoiding any preconceived notions for the location at this point, and that the school will look at a variety of publicprivate partnership models. Potential uses could include lodging and conference facilities, like what exists today, but it could also include classroom space, research space and even private commercial or retail space. “We’ll be looking at best practices from across the country, among other universities, as to the various ways that universities have developed properties with partners,” Zalkow said. According to Zalkow, Johnson Reid will reach

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A new study will explore the future of the University Place Hotel site. out to neighboring property owners and developers to get a sense of what their thoughts and interests are. TriMet is already an active stakeholder in how University Place is developed, as its Lincoln Station MAX stop is nearby. TriMet will be

funding up to $200,000 for the study. In addition to proving to be a poor investment, the hotel has faced much scrutiny for its operational functions, as initially reported by the Willamette Week in May. Zalkow explained that the timing of this

study is purely coincidental, however, and that it was actually a few years ago that PSU began looking into redevelopment strategies for the site. “At this time, there are no immediate plans to close the hotel,” Zalkow said. “We are currently finalizing the contract

with Johnson Reid and there’s no pressure to rush this work.” University Place’s interim general manager, Jill Aschendorf, was contacted for a statement regarding the future of the hotel. She stated that she was “not the one to talk to,” and declined to comment further.

Crime Blotter July 1–7 Stephanie Tshappat Vanguard Staff

July 1 Arrest Cramer Hall

Arrest

Student issued citation by Officer Fischer and Sgt. Anderson in lieu of arrest for attempted unlawful possession of heroin. No further information.

At 7:39 p.m., Officer Chris Fischer and Sgt. Michael Anderson contacted nonstudents Caden Milligan and Kacee Saldivar. Saldivar was injecting heroin in a women’s restroom while Milligan charged his phone in a study lounge. Saldivar was arrested on three outstanding warrants and Milligan was arrested on one outstanding warrant.

Theft

Exclusion

July 3 Theft

Broadway Housing Building, second floor

Parking Structure 3, first floor

At 7:55 p.m., Sgt. Anderson received a report of a motorcycle license plate stolen off of a motorcycle between 10:40 a.m. and 4:20 p.m. No further information.

July 5 Shoplifting Smith Memorial Student Union, PSU Market

Officer Baker received a report of an unknown male who took a bag of chips and a beverage without paying for them and then left toward the South Park Blocks. Exclusion Honors Building, north side

At 9:05 p.m., officers Baker and Murphy contacted nonstudents Molly Barger and Victor Rogers for an open container of alcohol in Barger’s possession. Barger was issued an exclusion.

Officer Brian Rominger contacted nonstudent Futhum E. Habte, who was sleeping and claimed a student let him into the building to use the computer lab after a night of drinking. Habte was issued an exclusion.

Parking Structure 1, basement

Arrest

Officer Denae Murphy took a report of a student’s vehicle being entered between 7:55 a.m. and 5:20 p.m. and $300 worth of belongings taken.

Parking Structure 2

Burglary

Neuberger Hall, third-floor computer lab

Neuberger Hall, room 11

At 5:17 p.m., Officer Baker received a report of a suspicious subject staring at people in the computer lab, unzipping his pants and placing an extended finger in his crotch. Subject was described as a 5-foot-8-inch white male with a medium build and light brown hair wearing a white T-shirt and beige shorts. Officers responded and searched the area but were unable to locate the subject.

July 6 Theft

July 4 Arrest

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Parking Structure 2, northwest stairwell

At 8:04 p.m., officers Buck and Fischer contacted and arrested nonstudent Burdette Jones for two outstanding warrants. Jones was also issued an exclusion.

At 8:30 a.m., Officer Rominger received a report from faculty members that a classroom was entered and a documentation camera and ceiling projector were taken along with pieces of the podium. July 2 Arrest Science Building One

Officer David Baker contacted nonstudent Christina Chavez, who had a current exclusion, at 9:44 a.m. Chavez was cited in lieu of arrest for criminal trespass II. Burglary Science Research Teaching Center, room 230E

At 10:53 a.m., Officer Rominger received a report from a faculty member that between July 1 at 5:10 p.m. and July 2 at 10 a.m. her office was entered and her Blackstar saddle bag and an amber and silver necklace were taken.

Suspicious person

Officers Murphy and Baker contacted four suspicious males at Southwest Broadway and Mill Street who were seen exiting the parking garage. Upon contact, nonstudent William Duke became enraged and advanced toward officers with a wooden chair leg brandished as a weapon. Duke was arrested and lodged at Multnomah County Detention Center for criminal trespass II and menacing, and on a probation violation detainer.

Officer Jon Buck contacted and arrested nonstudent Gregory Percival for two outstanding warrants at 10:40 p.m. Percival was lodged at Multnomah County Detention Center.

Broadway Housing Building, second floor

Officer Gary Smeltzer received a report from a student worker who stated her bag and iPad Mini were stolen between 12:30 and 12:35 p.m. Items were later located abandoned in a restroom. Parking Structure 2, northwest corner

July 7 Arrest Native American Student and Community Center

Officers Rominger and Fischer and Sgt. Anderson contacted and arrested nonstudents Thomas Henden and Thelma Lucas for criminal trespass II at 4:04 p.m.

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Every Friday in the month of July, Portland’s premier show bar and dance club will be serving $2 PBRs and well drinks in celebration of 43 years of pride in Portland. Bring a group of friends or come make some new ones from 9 p.m. to midnight at Embers Avenue. 21+

Saturday, July 13

Help Pix celebrate the storming of the Bastille in 1789 (which spurred the French Revolution) with activities that include live music, grape and cupcake stomps, a wine-drinking 5K, hula-hooping and a bicycle scavenger hunt while also supporting the Oregon Food Bank. Admission is free with two or more nonperishable food donations and each donation earns you a raffle ticket for the chance to win fabulous prizes. FREE 21+

Oregon Berry Festival 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center 721 NW Ninth Ave.

Head to Nemo Design on July 12 at 6 p.m. for “Boxes of Death,” an event you will not want to miss that features a variety of art on the same unusual “canvas.”

Wednesday, July 10

Noontime Showcase: The Grantet Noon–1 p.m. On Main Street outside Hatfield Hall 1111 SW Broadway

Bring your lunch and enjoy a live performance as part of the Noontime Showcase series presented by the Portland Center for the Performing Arts Volunteer Program and the Portland State University Jazz students. This performance is outdoors with the possibility of being moved inside because of extreme weather conditions. FREE

Ecotrust Outdoor Concert Series and Innovation Showcase 5:30–8:30 p.m. Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center 721 NW Ninth Ave.

Ecotrust celebrates summer in the city by offering a series of free concerts featuring some of Portland’s top musical acts and promoting awareness of green living and community well-being. An innovation showcase will be featured at each event, and sponsors and organizations will offer interactive information about various subjects. The first concert in the series takes place July 10 and features Onuinu and Adventure Galley. FREE

Hump Day Art and Music Street Festival 6–10 p.m. Southeast Ninth Avenue between Belmont and Taylor streets

Hump Day Art and Music Street Festival is a new monthly event that shuts down four city blocks and packs them with as much art and music as possible in order to create an atmosphere that is sure to make any attendee happy. Art vendors, food vendors and live music will help to showcase the local treasures Portland has to offer and a beer garden will be available for those 21 and over. All ages are welcome to attend. FREE

Thursday, July 11

Movies in the Park—The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 6:30 p.m. Oregon Park Northeast Oregon St. and 30th Ave.

Movies in the Park presents a screening of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey that is free and open to the public and welcomes all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy free popcorn while you watch the film. Live music will begin at 6:30 p.m. courtesy of the Portland School of Rock and the River City Band and the screening will begin at dusk. FREE

Concerts in the Park: Melao de Cuba 6:30 p.m. Glenhaven Park 3001 NE 82nd Ave.

Concerts in the Park offers a variety of musical experiences that highlight the cultural wealth Portland has to offer. On July 11 in Glenhaven Park you can experience traditional Cuban sounds free of charge. All ages are welcome to attend this performance. FREE

Friday, July 12

Boxes of Death 4 6–10 p.m Nemo Design 1875 SE Belmont St.

“Boxes of Death” is an exhibition unlike any other, where you can view custom coffins designed by 50 different artists, all in one gallery setting. Each artist begins with the same coffin base and uses it as a blank canvas to showcase their own particular style. For more information about this event, visit boxesofdeath.com. FREE

Embers $2 Fridays 9 p.m.–midnight Embers Avenue 110 NW Broadway

The Oregon Berry Festival offers the opportunity to taste and purchase some of the season’s best local berries as well as to sample amazing berry products. From ice cream and pie to soda, spirits and barbecue sauce, this event has something everyone can enjoy. For more information about the festival, visit oregonberryfestival.com. FREE

Smoked Beer Brew Fest Noon–5 p.m. Pyramid Brewing Company 2730 NW 31st Ave.

All ages are welcome to attend the first Smoked Beer Brew Fest, an event that benefits the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The event will include local smoke brews, food trucks, kids’ activities and much more. To purchase drink-tasting tickets in advance and receive a free Smoked Beer Brew Fest glass, visit PDXSmokedBrewFest. EventBrite.com. FREE

Bastille Day Bash 2–11 p.m. Pix Patisserie 2225 E Burnside St.

Tuesday, July 16

Wednesday, July 17

Wednesday Night Swing 7:30 p.m. Bossanova Ballroom 722 E Burnside St.

Wednesday nights at the Bossanova Ballroom are taken over by the Portland Lindy Society, a nonprofit group that teaches people how to dance. Admission is $7 and the evening opens with a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. then moves on to open dance from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. 21+

Tuesday Night Tango 7 p.m. class, 8 p.m. open dance Bossanova Ballroom 722 E Burnside St.

On Tuesday nights the Bossanova Ballroom offers you the chance to learn to tango. Bring a partner or come alone for free dance from 8 p.m. to midnight. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners, and a lesson will be offered from 7 to 8 p.m. for those who would like to learn the steps. Admission is $8 per person. 21+

Unchaste Readers Series 7:30 p.m. The Blue Monk 3341 SE Belmont St.

The Blue Monk hosts the Unchaste Readers Series, a quarterly reading series that spotlights female Portland authors. This reading will feature Stephanie Harper, Reyna Kohl, Leah Noble Davidson, Liz Fouther-Branch, Martha Grover, Lady Rose, Dena Rash Guzman and Leah Umansky. FREE

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Basement Notes: Murray makes history at Wimbledon London tournament crowns 1st British champion in decades Marco España Vanguard Staff

Andy Murray walked onto Centre Court as the statistical underdog in the Wimbledon final on Sunday. His opponent for the afternoon was Novak Djokovic, the world’s topranked player by a reasonable margin and winner of six major titles to Murray’s one. Djokovic had taken 11 of their 18 matches overall, including their most recent meeting, a four-set victory in the final of the Australian Open in January. The tournament had already seen some staggering upsets—Rafael Nadal’s loss in his opening match and defending champion Roger Federer’s exit a round later— but Djokovic had survived, navigating through six challengers with the elastic movement and ruthless efficiency that have come to define the sport over the last few years. Of course, the stats had nothing to do with the uphill slog that Murray was scheduled for at the All England Lawn Tennis Club that day. Murray, who hails from Dunblaine, Scotland, has long

been something of an outsider at his “home” tournament. He has a history of surly exchanges with the British press, especially on the subject of his nationality, and travels with a coach, Ivan Lendl, who might be called surly on the best of days if you were feeling particularly generous. “British when he wins, Scottish when he loses,” the adage goes, and yet it has done nothing to curb the media assault that Murray steps into every year when his name is announced in the draw in London, because Fred Perry was the last British man to win the men’s singles title at Wimbledon. In 1936. So it was understandable when the crowd failed to suppress a premature and thoroughly feral screech as Djokovic’s match-point return floated toward the baseline, astonishing that they managed to snuff it out all at once when the ball dropped well inside the chalk, and downright cathartic when they bellowed out in a deafening collective exhale as the Serbian’s next backhand hit the tape and fell back on his

andy murray took down world No.1 Novak Djokovic to claim a second major title, his frist at Wimbledon. side of the court. Their timbre was unmistakable—it sounded exactly like relief. The rest of the show played out like any other year. Murray immediately dropped his racket, tossed his cap to the ground and screamed up at his assembly of family, coaches and guests until he was forced to take a breath. He turned back and jogged over to embrace Djokovic,

then was left on court by himself to absorb the applause. He sunk to his knees, shuddering; started to cry and then thought better of it; took a victory lap around the stadium; climbed into the stands where his mother was waiting; and climbed back down again for the trophy ceremony. Djokovic was graciously brief in his runner-up speech, and Murray was droll and

self-deprecating as he allowed himself to be led through an unimaginative interview that was designed to hit all the relevant talking points. But this was not like any other year, and the ostensibly routine 6-4, 7-5, 6-4 win was anything but—and the subtle upturn in the corners of Ivan Lendl’s mouth as he watched his pupil drop decades of baggage at the door was as close

as you’ll come to the Rapture within the confines of a southwest London tennis club. The Scotsman who once told a reporter it was his dream to win the U.S. Open is now the defending champion at the most important tournament in the world for a fan base that waited 77 years to see a local’s name etched on the trophy. Whether he likes it or not, Andy Murray is officially British.

Outdoor Program makes its way to Bulo Point Climbing day trip to Mount Hood National Forest scheduled for Saturday Katie Hoyt Vanguard Staff

The beautiful Bulo Point crag in Mount Hood National Forest is the destination of the Outdoor Center’s latest day trip, on July 13. The excursion will lead participants through several different styles of climbs. Bulo Point is known as one of the best backcountry climbing crags in the state. Erin Schick, the climbing center student coordinator and assistant trip leader, has ventured out to Bulo Point before and is excited for another climb. “Everyone who chooses to register for the trip does so for different reasons, and

what they get out of the trip is unique to them,” Schick said. “Some people are new to the area and looking to get connected with other climbers, while some are brandnew to climbing or have never climbed outdoors before. As a trip leader, it’s my goal to facilitate a trip that will allow each climber to be successful.” Schick advises participants to wear comfortable clothing and to bring a lunch and enough water for the day. The cost of the Bulo Point jaunt is $35 for current Academic and Student Rec Center members and $70 for nonmembers. The deadline to register for one of

the eight available spots is today at noon, with a mandatory pre-trip meeting at 5 p.m. Trip fees cover transportation and all necessary climbing gear, including shoes, harnesses and helmets. Any student who is currently enrolled in classes or has purchased a summer membership to the Rec Center is eligible for the member price. Climbing routes will vary in difficulty, so climbers of all ability levels should find something to keep them occupied. Previous climbing experience is not necessary. To register, visit the Outdoor Program office on the corner of Southwest Fifth Avenue and Harrison Street.

bulo point offers participants of all ability levels the chance to experience climbing in the Northwest.

VANGUARD • WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2013 • Opinion

Boston breaks down Thorns with fast start Leroux chips in pair of 1st-half goals to put Portland away at Jeld-Wen Field

Matt Deems Vanguard Staff

With 12,436 fans in attendance, the Portland Thorns took to the pitch at Jeld-Wen Field on Saturday for their first-ever meeting with the Boston Breakers. The Breakers came on strong in the first half, pressing the attack and getting two goals from Sydney Leroux before the intermission. Portland came out reenergized in the second half and managed to slow down Boston’s offense, but couldn’t convert on any of their scoring opportunities as the Breakers gained some ground in the National Women’s Soccer League standings with a solid road victory. Boston forward Leroux provided the Breakers with an early lead, scoring off a crossing assist from Heather O’Reilly in the 11th minute. The goal made Leroux the NWSL leader in that category this season. The Breakers weren’t finished, however, striking again in the 39th minute when Leroux caught

another pass from O’Reilly, this time a long ball that she drove to the right and blasted around Timbers goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc. The Thorns were determined to stop the bleeding coming out of halftime and improved considerably on defense, but the team was unable to break through the Boston front. Portland used its first substitution in the 56th minute, with U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder Angie Kerr, a former University of Portland Pilot, entering the game to replace Nikki Washington. Still scoreless in the 67th minute, the Thorns brought in another University of Portland alumna, Danielle Foxhoven, to try and spark Portland’s offense and make a final stand on their home turf. But the Thorns couldn’t find the right combination against Boston’s stingy defense and left the stadium with their second straight loss. Thorns head coach Cindy Parlow Cone was quick to compliment the player at the

Tanner Notch Vanguard Staff

When Dwight Howard officially became a free agent at midnight on July 1, NBA insiders unleashed a torrent of tweets, most of which were content to speculate on the featured topic of the day rather than report on it. The events kicked off with rumors that all five of the teams targeting free agent Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard—Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Golden State and the Lakers—were still in a virtual tie to sign the disgruntled All-Star. After the Mavericks and then the Warriors briefly jumped into the lead, a USA Today announcement finally broke on Friday that Howard had chosen the Houston Rockets as his next stop. Commentators and analysts immediately rushed forward to weigh in on what Howard’s departure meant for the fortunes of the Lakers, with most of them agreeing that it ruined any chance Los Angeles had for a title in the near future. When Howard

confirmed his intention to sign with the Rockets via Twitter later that day, it put an end to one of the more ridiculous free agent sagas in recent memory. Over the past two seasons, Dwight’s destination has been a source of intrigue and exasperation in NBA circles and among fans of the game. And during that time, a startling change in public perception has taken place with regard to Howard, who went from being one of the league’s most popular and marketable players to the automatic heel in most conversations about franchise players in the NBA. During his final season with the Magic, Howard declared that he wanted out of Orlando, then turned around and signed a new contract. He made it known that he wanted a new coach, then decided that, yes, a change of scenery might be a good idea after all—but only with a bigmarket team like the Brooklyn Nets or Lakers. Howard succeeded in getting traded to Los Angeles last summer, where he hobbled through an awkward season while dealing with lingering back issues, struggling to mesh with his new teammates

Wednesday, July 3

MLS International Friendly

vs. Timbers Monarcas

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Top performers Futty Danso: 1 goal Milos Kocic: 2 saves

Saturday, July 6

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Top performers Alex Morgan: 3 shots on goal Miles Sanguinetti/VANGUARD STAFf

Alex Morgan led the Thorns with 3 shots on goal, but Portland couldn’t find the net in a 2–0 loss. center of Boston’s winning effort. “Sydney Leroux is a world-class forward,” she said. “You just can’t give her chances like that, having her turn and run at our defense. She’s going to put those [shots] away nine times out of 10.” Portland sits in second place in the NWSL at 8-4-2. With the top four teams qualifying for the playoffs, the fifth-place Breakers are currently out of

postseason contention but are now just four points away from the final spot. The Timbers were determined to maintain a positive outlook after the game. “Very disappointed with our first half,” Thorns captain Christine Sinclair said. “We knew they had a lot of pace up top and we let them burn us twice. And then in the second half we were a different team. We completely dominated but

couldn’t find the back of the net. As an attacking player, it’s when you’re not creating chances that you start to worry, so seeing the chances we created in the second half gives me a lot of hope for the upcoming games.” The Thorns will try to break their current losing skid when they host the Western New York Flash this Sunday at 2 p.m.

Dwight touches down in Houston Lakers center joins Rockets after disappointing season in Hollywood