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Tough year ahead for PSU’s architecture graduates Ryan Deming Vanguard staff
The economic recession that is just now starting to subside has affected every aspect of students’ lives, especially the job market. At Portland State, the Architecture Department is gearing up for a tough year, during which many graduates will not be able to find work in their field. “In Portland, the architecture market has experienced a lot of layoffs, making it very difficult for new graduates,” said Career Center Director Greg Flores. Flores said that the construction industry is very closely tied with the fields of architecture and engineering. Because of this close relationship, and the decrease in construction over the past few years, the architecture and engineering job markets have taken a blow as well. According to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for architects is expected to increase by 16 percent in the coming years. “But that growth is tied to the recovery of the construction industry,” Flores said. According to this report, there are over 141,000 architects currently employed. But it is expected that by 2018 there will be over 164,000 employed architects. When the expected economic growth does come, it is predicted that the architecture field
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Uncertain future: Student Oran Stainbrook in the architecture lab in Shattuck Hall.
will fare very well, according to Architecture Department Chair Clive Knights. “When the economy turns, our profession is often one of the first to feel the benefit as developers get building projects underway again, so we are a good barometer of change,
both up and down, in economic fortune,” he said. At PSU, Knights said the program is responding to the decreased job market by ARCHITECTURE ON PAGE 3
ASPSU prepares to address education reform ASPSU wants less state regulation, greater student input
The Student Fee Committee held its final meeting yesterday before deliberations over the 2011–12 budget begin next week. This year, the SFC is reviewing roughly 30 budgets submitted by departments and groups across Portland State, including student government and various publications, funding boards and student-run services. Each group has been assigned an individual SFC liaison. In previous years, the SFC was responsible for funding student groups, and therefore had to look at over 100 budget requests. These groups are now funded by the Organizational Budget Council, which is overseen by the SFC. SFC Chair Krystine McCants is glad for this change from previous years. With fewer budgets to review, SFC liaisons can have more one-on-one time with each group. “Hopefully that will lead to less appeals,” McCants said. SFC ON PAGE 3
MESA program recieves $35,000 in grant money
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The push for restructuring of the Oregon University System has been steadily gaining momentum since the release of the Frohnmayer Report in 2009, an investigation into the condition of Oregon’s higher education. Now, ASPSU is preparing itself to lobby in Salem to support some aspects of the OUS restructuring bill. “However big you think it is, it’s bigger than that,” ASPSU President Katie Markey said of restructuring in an unofficial senate meeting on Jan. 4. Recently, a 400-page document landed on the desk of the Oregon State Legislature. This new proposal states that OUS would no longer be a state agency, but a public university system. This would grant the university system more autonomy and would free up its tuition revenues. Currently, the legislature is considering three separate proposals: one from OUS, one
PSU-sponsored program promotes math, engineering and science achievement Katrina Petrovich Vanguard staff
Giving students a voice: ASPSU is gearing up to lobby for education reform. It will present legislators with personal testimonies from students.
from the University of Oregon and an overarching bill from the legislature’s task force. The latter, however, may potentially merge with OUS’ bill. “Oregon is one of the most regulated states when it comes to higher education,” Markey said. “What the OUS wants to do is get rid of some of those regulations.”
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The College Access Challenge Grant Program has allocated $35,000 in federal grant money to the Portland State-sponsored Math, Engineering, Science Achievement program, which helps underrepresented and minority students achieve post-secondary success in the fields of math, engineering and science. MESA is a national program that reached Oregon in 1989. David Coronado, executive director of Oregon MESA, said that the main goals of the program are to get students excited about college, educate parents and families about MESA ON PAGE 7
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Ore. murder trial jurors hear blood, bone experts PORTLAND—Murder trial jurors in the case of a Corbett, Ore., woman accused of shooting her husband and burning his body have heard from experts who linked Jerry Stomps’ DNA to blood found on a revolver and bones found in a trash can. Oregon State Police forensic scientist Dr. Veronica Vance testified Wednesday in Circuit Court that DNA tests and Stomps’ dental records helped investigators identify the charred remains as his. Other experts say DNA from the blood spatter on the gun matched that from Stomps’ toothbrush. Jerry Stomps was last seen Feb. 6, 2009 — the day his wife Hazelynn Stomps told police her husband was beaten by two men who chased her until she fell off a bridge.
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PORTLAND—The days when uncaged cats, monkeys, snakes and chickens can ride TriMet buses and trains as “service animals” (it happens more than you might think) are numbered. But guide horses? Well, those will be good to go under new conduct rules Oregon’s largest transit agency is expected to approve next week. Yep. You read that right. Guide horses. TriMet says it’s just following the lead of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which will narrow the definition of service animals in March to dogs and miniature horses trained to be guides for people who are blind or deaf. Already frustrated with riders who appear to be taking advantage of the ADA to bring assorted pets on public transit, bus and MAX drivers are now worried that they’ll be forced to haul around what they see as livestock. Joseph Rose, The Oregonian
Chinese president to visit Chicago CHICAGO—Chinese President Hu Jintao (HOO’ jihn-TOW’) is expected to meet with Chicago’s retiring mayor, a longtime advocate of improved ties with the Asian giant, during his brief stop in the Midwest. Hu is scheduled to dine with Mayor Richard Daley, Ill. Gov. Pat Quinn and business leaders Thursday evening. On Friday, he’ll also visit a Chinese language and cultural center at a high school and a business expo in the suburbs. Daley has promoted ties with China for years, and last year visited Shanghai, a Chicago sister city. An election to choose Daley’s successor will take place Feb. 22. Experts say Hu’s visit is a boon for Chicago and business growth opportunities. Hu and President Barack Obama discussed human rights and the economy in Washington Wednesday.
OUS releases 2010 Fact Book The Oregon University System released its 2010 Fact Book this week, which includes current and projected enrollment trends. According to the document, enrollment has increased from 69,508 students in 2000 to 96,960 students in 2010. Of these students, 82.9 percent were undergraduates and 15.9 percent were graduate students. In 2019, OUS projects that enrollment will grow to 111,585 students, 34,490 of which will attend Portland State. Additionally, the report states that the percentage of students of color enrolled in OUS universities has increased from 14.7 percent in 2000 to 18.3 percent in 2010. On the other hand, white student enrollment has slightly decreased, from 85.3 percent in 2000 to 81.7 percent in 2010. When looking at enrollment by county, a large percentage of students in OUS came from Multnomah County, with Clackamas County and Washington County close behind.
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PSU concludes MLK week of events In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., who would have turned 82 on Monday, Portland State will screen the critically acclaimed documentary “Dare Not Walk Alone” this evening. The documentary is an independent film that chronicles the civil rights movement in the 1960s and places it in the context of today’s world, according to its website. The film, which will be shown in the Multicultural Center, will begin at noon and run until 2 p.m. MLK week will conclude with “In the Mix,” which features student performances that convey social justice messages. It will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be held in the Multicultural Center.
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SEOUL, South Korea—South Korea said Thursday it accepted a North Korean proposal to hold high-level defense talks a day after the leaders of the U.S. and China called for better communication between the two Koreas. The talks could prove significant if Seoul and Pyongyang can put aside military and political tensions that soared to their worst level in years in 2010 and lay the groundwork for a resumption of longstalled international negotiations on ending North Korea’s nuclear programs. Lower-level defense talks last year foundered over the issue of the sinking of a South Korean naval ship in disputed waters. The agenda this time should include North Korean assurances that it will take “responsible measures” over the ship sinking and another deadly incident last year and not provoke further tensions, said Lee Jong-joo, a spokeswoman for South Korea’s Unification Ministry, which is in charge of inter-Korean affairs.
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The SFC will devote the next few weeks to deliberations and will hold meetings on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Parties can appeal the budgets put forth by the SFC, which will then sit for another round of deliberations to be handed to the ASPSU Student Senate in late February. After the Senate reviews the budgets, the SFC and the Senate will present a final draft to Portland State President Wim Wiewel. This usually takes place in early April. The SFC and the Senate will submit a simplified version of the budget to Wiewel. This budget will include three major categories: athletics, student union activities and educational, cultural and student government. At Thursday’s meeting, the SFC prepared for a grueling few weeks. “I know how it gets. We can discuss things to death,” said Aaron Aiken, SFC member and a senior at PSU. Jennifer Chambers, a senior budget analyst at PSU and the SFC adviser, projected that the SFC has an overall working figure of approximately $13.6 million to
allocate. She generated this number by multiplying the per-term student fee of $218 by next year’s expected enrollment. During its meeting, SFC members discussed the difficulty of controlling SFC funds given to the Athletics Department. Athletics draws its revenue from the SFC, foundation funding and from the university’s Education & General Fund, a melting pot that makes tracing the use of student fees challenging. “Funding an increase in a coach’s salary…is not a student’s issue,” Aiken said. However, controlling the specifics of the Athletics budget is impossible, McCants said. “We can note a philosophical objection to expenditure on certain items,” she said, but added that with so many different revenue streams funding the department, accountability to the SFC is tenuous. Athletics Director Michael Chrisholm said that he looks at the budget holistically. “If it gets to the point where it’s too restrictive, that impedes your ability to implement programs,” he said.
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in various design fields other than architecture, such as product design, film, gaming, industrial or graphic design and branding, according to Knights. “By the time they are through their curriculum, they have the ability to see and think spatially, and to deal with problems in a comprehensive way,” Barton said. Regardless of the how well
Many students do not go on to pursue a career in architecture trying to connect students with firms while they are still in school. He said that they have developed graduate courses that work with the local American Institute of Architects fellows to help build professional relationships while they are still working towards their degree. In addition, the department brings in about 100 architects to work with students each year. The architecture program at PSU has become increasingly competitive, according to L. Rudolph Barton, a professor in the department. “Only 45 to 48 percent of undergraduate students continue into their third year,” Barton said. “We just don’t have the budget to deal with more [students].” Barton said that the undergraduate architecture program at PSU—the only other architecture program in the state apart from the University of Oregon—provides students with a very broadbased education. Through the program, students gain both technical architecture skills and critical thinking abilities. Because of the broad education that the program provides, many graduates end up
Budget deliberations: SFC Chair Krystine McCants discussed Athletics and student wages at the meeting yesterday.
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Student wages were another topic of discussion yesterday. Some SFC members proposed a flat wage, while others defended the current hourly range of $8.50 to $12.50. The latter figure is the current cap on student pay. “It should be case-by-case.
Just like wages anywhere else, they should be determined [at PSU] based on the amount of training and specialization involved,” said Mart Stewart-Smith, the vice chair of the SFC. With so many issues to debate, McCants is focused on
maintaining a timely schedule over the next few weeks of deliberations. “I’m trying to keep an eye on efficiency,” she said. Her ultimate goal, however, is to avoid raising the student fee. At least one student eating
lunch in the Smith cafeteria on Thursday was supportive of the SFC agenda. “In general, as long as those funds go back to activities, it’s fine,” said Aaron McCoy, a senior at PSU. “Athletics and other student activities are all good and positive.” ■
the PSU architecture program prepares its students, the fact remains that “there are more jobs outside of Portland” for recent graduates, Barton said. “Portland is typically behind the job curve in architecture compared to other places where building and development is going on,” he said. Barton thinks that the job market will come back slowly with the recovery of
the economy. The market for architecture jobs is always cyclical. When there is development, there is more work for architects, and when the economy is down and there is no development, architects are out of work. Flores urges students to gain any kind of experience related to their field while still in school. The more one has to offer employers, the
more one will stand out from other applicants, he said. According to Flores, because the competition for jobs has increased in every field, graduates now have to work much harder to get that first interview and to eventually get the job they want. “Your portfolio needs to be that much stronger, you need to work harder to prove yourself as an intern,” Flores said.
“You have to let them know you want the opportunity more than the next person.” Flores said the Career Center will be having an engineering and technology job fair on Feb. 15 and an all-majors career information day on Feb. 16. All students are encouraged to come and meet with the nearly 100 employers that will be there. ■
Competing for a job: PSU's Architecture Department is one of only two in the state, but the job market looks bleak.
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Censoring history Huckleberry Finn still creating controversy Kali Simmons Vanguard staff
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ark Twain has been offending people ever since he began writing. The first instance of his book being banned occurred in 1884, the year “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” was first published. The book was considered “rough, coarse and inelegant,” according the Boston Evening Transcript. Now, the debate that publisher NewSouth Books has created over Huck Finn is whether or not the language is appropriate for the young audience toward which it is targeted. NewSouth Books proposed a solution to the problem of language—publishing a new edition of the book in which every instance of “Injun” was replaced with “Indian” and every instance of the “n-word” would be replaced with the word “slave.” With over 200 uses of the n-word in the text, they had their work cut out for them. Unfortunately, the solution NewSouth proposes creates an even more damaging issue—it denies us important historical insight. The main defense for censorship of the book is that the language makes many students uncomfortable. In a press release on the NewSouth website, writer and Twain scholar Rick Riordan defends the censorship, saying “some teachers find a version without the n-word helpful for classroom teaching.” This is a valid point—racism is a scary topic. But the solution that NewSouth seems to be presenting is to bypass a dialogue in the name of comfort.
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Instead of starting a discussion that encourages compassion and empathy, the censorship blocks any chance of a discussion whatsoever. Words can hurt, and it’s understandable that some students and parents would be upset to know that racial slurs are being used in class, and while it is their right to not involve their child, they also need to be aware of the lessons that come with such a discussion. The main issue is how the teacher handles the subject matter—if they don’t feel they can steer the kind of discussions the book entails, they probably shouldn’t be teaching it.
By removing the words from the context of the book, NewSouth seems to be concocting a plot straight out of another banned literary classic: “1984.” In George Orwell’s novel, the government consciously rewrites history in order to maintain its spotless reputation. Let’s face it—the United States has done some shameful things. I won’t go into detail, but examples that come to mind are slavery, the treatment of Native Americans, the treatment of women and the fact that we have allowed “Jersey Shore” to remain on television.
Twain’s book acts as an accurate criticism of our history. By using a version of the book that is true to the writer’s intentions, the themes of the book are clearer. The one thing we need to keep in mind is that the book is a product of its time. I think that a healthy society needs conflict in order to function properly, and by criticizing our history, we might not have to repeat our mistakes. Instead of hiding our shameful past, I propose we embrace it. NewSouth is definitely taking a page out of Tom Sawyer’s book—they are whitewashing our history in order to cover up an embarrassing aspect of our past. If this is the future of literature, then it’s only a matter of time before you’ll have to pick up a new copy of “Moby D*ck,” along with a new copy of Nabokov’s “Lolita,” complete with a new of-legal-age heroine. Eventually, by altering all works of art, our culture would be devoid of racial slurs, anti-Semitism, and sexist thinking…right? Wrong. Being aware of your country’s past doesn’t make you unpatriotic; it makes you responsible. What’s to be gained is a poignant understanding of the evolution of our culture. Oscar Wilde once said: “There is no such thing as a moral or an immoral book.” By re-writing and re-envisioning classic works, NewSouth is not making the novel “better” or “more moral,” but is instead undercutting Twain’s intentions. By censoring our past, we’ve been denied a genuine look into our own history. Cultural criticism was never a crime, and we shouldn’t be stripping Huck Finn, or Mark Twain, of a voice. ■
Times are hard, especially in a big city like Portland. Whether you are homeless, unemployed or just short on cash, you need not fear because now you can go to the Northeast Panera Bread and “pay-as-you-can.” The third “pay-as-you-can” nonprofit cafe in the nation now stands at 4143 NE Halsey St., and opened its doors on MEAGHAN Sunday to DANIELS hungry customers. The cafe will be run by nonprofit Panera Bread Foundation and renamed “Panera Cares Community Cafe.” The other two nonprofits have been successfully opened in Clayton, Missouri and Dearborn, Mich., which makes the Portland location the first on the west coast. The new cafe will not have menu prices, but instead suggested donations. The cashiers are equipped for cash and credit cards. A bin in front of the registers allows people to give what they can, and if they cannot pay but still want to donate, they can volunteer an hour of their time and they will receive a meal voucher. Portland prides itself on being pretty openminded. With a considerably large homeless population and while the economy is still tough, people seem to need this kind of nonprofit. Oregon’s unemployment rate was at 10.5 percent last November according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and while
that is not at an all-time high, it is still a significantly high percentage. The Panera Bread Foundation is taking a huge leap of faith for the people of Portland, just as cities had to put their faith in the other two cafes in order to stay financially stable. The foundation says that 60–70 percent of people at the other cafes paid the full price, 15 percent paid higher and the other 15 percent paid lower or nothing. The cafes pay for their own costs based on the revenue they receive. The nonprofit cafe in Clayton received more revenue in August than it had spent. Excess money is put into training programs for at-risk youth and homeless youth. In order for this venture to work, the community of the Hollywood District and Portland in general has to buy into the nonprofit cafe. In reality, there is no reason for it to not work; if the same statistics for the other cafes apply to this, then it should be a success. With the amount of underpaid, low-income, unemployed and homeless people in the Portland metro area, this Panera café will provide a safe environment and good food for people who need it. It is cheaper than fast food, and Panera has fresher and healthier options than fast food locations. We always hear of Portland’s rising gang activity. The money that goes into the training programs for at-risk youth could be one of the steps toward preventing such gang violence. Not only will the new nonprofit cafe be a great resource to those suffering from hard economic times, but it could also help to unify the community in a way that would not otherwise happen. The general population tends to stay away from the homeless population; this could
be the unifying place for all people of different socioeconomic statuses. Unlike soup kitchens, Panera is open to everyone, not just everyone who needs it. Panera is doing a great thing by creating these nonprofits; not only are they trying to get more of a handle on the issue of food in-
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he information world has been an explosion of drama as of late: A letter to Twitter eliciting information on 635,561 users, Facebook going public and Tunisia in shambles, proving that what goes on the Internet has weight in the real world. Vice versa, too, as the IAN Patriot Act BELLAMY faces yet another renewal, marking a decade of the FBI spying on the telecommunications of American citizens. A renewal of the Patriot Act has not yet been voted on, but it is expected to easily pass. Perhaps you don’t remember what the Patriot Act does. National Security Letters (NSLs) are by far the most powerful part of the act, allowing the Bureau to demand information in secret and without court order, such as they did recently to Twitter on all followers of Wikileaks. That’s quite the wiggle room they’ve got, being able to bypass constitutional law regularly and without consequence. Considering that
the more relevant parts of my youth have been encompassed by this timeframe, I imagine that many of us, young and old alike, have learned to simply accept it as I have: The federal government has overstepped its power in the name of security, and there is not much we can do about. The Patriot Act is a startling force. It allows the FBI to perform surveillance on innocent individuals involved in legal activities, whether they are religious, political or other. In Oregon, we have laws against this, provided that the individual in question is not directly related to suspicion in a case. In Portland, there is a buzz about reinstating a Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) with the city. The program ceased in 2005 due to the illegality of the JTTF officers’ being both under Oregon law and given top-secret clearance with the FBI. Because of this, the chief of police was unable to enforce the guidelines set by city and gubernatorial legislature. The effort to revitalize the JTTF came with convincing timing, around the time of the attempted Pioneer Square bombing. Evidently, whatever they were doing between 2001 and now has worked well enough. No bomb went off downtown, so what is the reason for getting the FBI more involved in Portland? They
should continue working together, but only on a case-by-case basis. Especially if they want to avoid another ill revelation, such as in 2002 when the Portland Tribune reported that the Portland police bureau had been compiling information on persons in a similar style as the “red squad” files, from 1965 to 1985 that we know of. Above all, reason and a desire for peace on the part of the people averts catastrophe. Yet keeping yourself active in a community and holding hands in a circle aren’t the best defenses against a singular terrorist attack. In fact, you’d be more likely to be under surveillance, as the report in 2002 clearly spells out. How can we expect much to have changed, especially in light of federally approved measures such as the Patriot Act? The common misconception about keeping tabs on people is that it is only the bad guys, when in reality, even being vaguely linked to relevant political activity could make persons regularly followed—as the Quakers, social-justice organizations, communists, minority ethnic groups all
were. Nowadays, information gathering is as simple as a Google search and Twitter feeds. Let’s not make it any easier. For anyone interested in the subject, there will be a public hearing and vote regarding this issue on Feb. 24. ■
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security, especially in this economy, but they are also trying to help the homeless and at-risk youth populations. In order for this café to succeed, the community has to take part in it. This nonprofit is too important to let it slip through the cracks; Portlanders need to unite and support these wonderful causes. ■
By now, most of us have heard the news that Playboy was at Oregon State last week searching for women to appear in the magazine’s spread “The Hottest Girls of the Pac-10.” Playboy’s brief presence on campus sparked excitement in some and raised objections among others. So, here it is - the article you’ve all been waiting for. Prepare yourself for a feminist-filled 500word rant about objectifying women and demonizing the male species. Playboy is a sexist company, men are sexually obsessed pigs and women are being portrayed in the media as busty, blonde-headed bimbos. Blah, blah, blah. I could write that editorial, but why would I waste my (and your) time reiterating an argument that has been said again and again? Though the feminists on campus may not have been too thrilled, Playboy has every right to be at OSU in search of the hottest coed. And last time I checked, women have every right to audition for the magazine. So, what’s the big deal? Playboy didn’t make me mad, but it did get me thinking. In the Daily Barometer article featured last Friday, Playboy casting director Eden Ofanos claimed that Playboy Magazine prides itself on using “real women with real bodies.” Ofanos also expressed her happiness that all of the women who auditioned for the spread have been “really hot.” Playboy throws around some pretty heavy descriptors when talking about beauty: “Real
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bodies,” “talented” and “artistic,” to name a few. I have a real body. I’m talented and artistic. Nevertheless, I won’t be featured as a Playboy centerfold. Though my “bunny” days ended when I quit dressing up at Easter, hundreds of OSU hopefuls have their hearts set on being the “Hottest Girl in the Pac-10.” My question is: Why? I don’t mean why we as a society love Playboy, but rather why we as women will pose. It’s no secret that women featured in Playboy get lots of attention. Playboy Bunnies are idolized as the epitome of femininity and sexiness. Playboy is a multi-million dollar company that has been around for over half a century. With such a reputation, they must be doing something right. Maybe some women want to show the world they love their bodies. But I think that shedding clothes and posing in such a “tasteful” publication constitutes something a little deeper. Women who pose for Playboy are covering up, and not their chests, if you know what I mean. I’m not saying that there is anything wrong with posing nude or appearing in Playboy. Heck, if you got it you may as well flaunt it. But, there’s a difference between accentuating natural beauty and displaying yourself to millions of strangers. When you give up your images to Playboy, they’re gone forever. With all the media that surrounds such a popular publication, you have lost your say in where those photos may show up. By losing those photos, you’re losing a little piece of yourself. We all want to be told that we’re beautiful. We all want to feel accepted and desired. One would think that in order to pose nude you
must exude confidence in your appearance. Just because you have the body of a goddess doesn’t mean that you have the attitude to match. After all, if we love and believe in ourselves, why would we feel the need to exhibit our bodies to so many people? Women should believe in themselves enough to know that beauty isn’t measured by cup size. When women bare it all, they may be hiding quite a lot. If women want to pose for Playboy, that is their decision. Just make sure you’re posing for the right reasons. As long as the ulterior motives - low self-esteem or need of attention - are not the sole motivators, go for it. Just remember that posing in a magazine doesn’t make you beautiful. If real beauty is important to you, then talent and personality should matter - not being the “Hottest Girl of the Pac-10.” *This article was originally published in the Daily Barometer. It appears here in its original form. ■
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Who you gonna call? In light of the recent Arizona shooting, colleges across the United States are rethinking campus security when it comes to potentially dangerous students. Here at Portland State, the stabbing of Andrew Richardson by fellow student Heath Avery last summer prompted such a discussion. Perhaps what makes events such as these most alarming is the question of whether or not they could have been prevented. Though this question may never be answered, one thing is certain—colleges should have clear methods of handling such cases, no mater how unlikely they seem. A university’s authority in these matters, however, is dubious at best. With strict student privacy rights, campuses have little room to maneuver in these situations. Students that are exhibiting disturbing behavior, such as Jared L. Loughner did at Pima Community College (PCC), cannot be forced into psychiatric treatment. Thus, PCC utilized the only tool it had: expulsion. But that didn’t stop him from later killing six people. Similarly, in 2007 students at Virginia Polytechnic Institute had reported SeungHui Cho’s disturbing and anti-social behavior before going on a shooting spree that killed 33 people, including himself. Here at PSU, local media outlets have scrutinized the university’s handling of last summer’s stabbing. According to The Oregonian, three reports concerning Avery had been filed with Campus Public Safety Office prior to the day he attacked Richardson with a knife outside of Montgomery Court (“PSU student who was stabbed by another student questions rather university did enough,” Jan. 14). As reported in the Vanguard, both Richardson and his attorney believe that Avery’s mental state played a factor in the stabbing (“Former PSU student sentenced to three years in prison,” Jan. 14). This leaves many to wonder: Did the university utilize its resources and reach out to Avery, or did it let him slip through the system’s cracks? PSU’s Coordination Assessment Response Education (CARE) team is supposed to respond to reports of disruptive, and potentially dangerous, behavior and provide outreach services to these students.
Additionally, the Center for Student Health and Counseling offers mental health treatment and crisis services to students. But how many students—especially those living off-campus—know about these support lines, or which one is best to contact? The Dean of Student Life’s website contains information regarding CARE, but it doesn’t offer any contacts, resources or detailed information as to how it operates. The only concrete information offered is the phone numbers for SHAC and campus security. While it advertises itself as a resource, it is unclear whether CARE has any substance or impact on campus. In order to avoid such incidents in the future, the university must reach out to students—both those in question and those bearing concerns—and offer them the appropriate services. In Avery’s case, PSU’s administration should have intervened after the first concerned student filed a report against him.
This leaves many to wonder: Did the university utilize its resources and reach out to Avery, or did it let him slip through the system’s cracks?
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Run-ins with Avery
He probably got sick of everyone treating him like shit, I knew this kid [“Former PSU student sentenced to three years in prison,” Jan. 14]. He had a lot to say, too much sometimes. Sounds like that Andrew kid is really enjoying the attention, he wouldn’t be much of a hero for assaulting this guy for no reason would he? But all of a sudden, this sucker gets stuck and now he’s a “survivor.” More than likely he fucking deserved it. Just because you’re the last straw doesn’t mean you’re not part of the whole fucking problem. Sure Heath was pretty weird but yall are fucking bullies if you side with Andrew. I don’t know, it just bothers me when a kid like that doesn’t even get the fucking point why he got his ass dropped anyways. You’ll never know what happened, only Heath and those kids will know. Thing is: karma isn’t a fucking knife, Heath.
In response to the last comment, You are way out of line [“Former PSU student sentenced to three years in prison,” Jan. 14]. I live in the building where this happened. I had a brief run in with Heath Avery, he shoulder checked me for no reason and spun around after I said “wtf ” and gave me a cold stare. EVERY female in the building was afraid of him, because he would utter lewd comments while alone in the elevator with them - I never heard the guy speak personally. Andrew never talked shit to him, he obviously had serious mental issues, and the fact of the matter is this guy never should have [never] been a student at PSU, let alone a resident in student housing. An RA and a resident in Ondine found him playing with a knife in the basement. He also got in trouble for trying to break into the women’s resource center. The piss poor job of the handling of this debacle by the university was just icing on the cake of incompetence all around. Any assertion that Andrew said anything to him preceding the stabbing is patently false.
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Whoa there
You better post my comment, that’s some real talk right there [“Former PSU student sentenced to three years in prison,” Jan 14].
Now, now, now, whoa there...you are sounding more snobbish that the gals you overheard [The Rant and Rage: The Portland we know and love,” Jan. 18]. Perhaps if you were more hospitable you to them 1) you might have a new friend (granted with different views, but isn’t that one of the things that keeps our Portland special; and 2) all businesses need new customers, especially in these economic times, so I support sharing where ‘all’ the wonderful establishments are in the Portland and the greater state of Oregon...whether it be east, west, south or north. Lastly, to encourage you and all your readers (including me), it is a fact that 99 percent of what we fear, never happen; so live, love and be happy! :) Our family has lived in Portland and the greater state of Oregon for over 212 years, and we are hospitable to all humanoids who come peaceably...how long have you lived here and what gives you the right to say only those you approve of are welcome? Hum, yes you sound like the elitist here and therefore I can’t support you position, it’s simply too unkind and fear based.
Deserved it?
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Not a realistic solution CARE is supposed to operate through intervention, and should be one of the most direct routes PSU has to help potentially at-risk students that might pose a threat to themselves or others. However, its services are voluntary, so its preventive abilities are hindered. PSU needs to provide students with an unambiguous route to an authority that can handle reports of potentially threatening students, rather than going through campus security. From there, this authority should determine the best course of action, whether it is through counseling, disciplinary action or through law enforcement.
him while he was sitting on a bench with a friend. There were plenty of missed warning signs—a focus of The Oregonian’s article.
No matter how much Heath THOUGHT that Andrew deserved some sort of retribution, regardless of whether or not he actually did, stabbing someone (or injuring them in any way) is not a realistic solution [“Former PSU student sentenced to three years in prison,” Jan. 14]. Someone that would do something like that does not deserve to be walking the streets freely. Anonymous
Seek help Here is an article that The Oregonian has in today’s paper [“Former PSU student sentenced to three years in prison,” Jan. 14]. It follows the sequence of events much better. To whom may have written the comment above, about Andrew deserving to be stabbed, should also see mental health counseling. It was a random act of violence, he had never even spoke to him before. Avery was delusional and attacked
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MESA FROM PAGE 1
Grant will help the program expand to three area middle schools the college process and act as a support system for underrepresented students interested in pursuing higher education in the fields of science and technology. According to Coronado, 60 percent of the students in the MESA program are the first in their family to attend college. MESA works with 18 different middle and high schools around the state of Oregon, providing hands-on after school workshops that are focused on math and science. PSU undergraduate and graduate students work as mentors during these sessions. Coronado said that mentors of a variety of ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds are encouraged to participate so that younger students can see that someone similar to themselves has achieved what they hope to accomplish. The MESA program is successful because of something Coronado calls “the pipeline,” a streamlined path to a postsecondary education. Essentially, a student can be in the MESA program starting from middle school, through high school and all the way to community college or a four-year university. According to Coronado, MESA benefits PSU in several different ways. MESA acts as
“a living laboratory,” from which actual innovations are produced. This year, for instance, the students are experimenting with the concept of wind energy. MESA also benefits PSU by giving future teachers the opportunity to experience teaching and mentoring students in science and math, Coronado said. Additionally, MESA often works with PSU’s senior capstone community projects. Coronado said that MESA benefits the city of Portland as well. “The more education [students receive], the more money they make and the more they can contribute to the community,” he said. Coronado believes that MESA is responsible for breaking cycles of poverty, and creates a locally educated, highly-skilled and diverse labor force, which will keep future jobs in Portland. The grant money, which was matched by the Lemelson Foundation, will be used to expand the program to three new middle schools in the Portland metro area: Parkrose Middle School, Cesar Chavez School and Harriet Tubman Young Women’s Academy. Grant funds will also go toward the creation of the
MESA Community College Program. MCCP will be a two-year program that gives community college students the academic support they need to transition to a fouryear university. According to Carnahan, director of College Access Programs for the Oregon University System, what sets MESA apart from other educational programs is “its history of excellence, the number of schools and students that [MESA] works with and its emphasis on the fields of science, technology and math.” Carnahan said that this grant is part of $1.5 million given to the state of Oregon by the federal government for the 2010–11 year. Of this $1.5 million, the CACGP originally allocated $607,000 to Oregon educational programs, from which MESA was excluded. “MESA was one of the last groups cut from funding consideration when the grant money was originally allocated,” Carnahan said. However, a previous federal grant—which expires this August—had leftover funds that were redirected toward programs originally rejected for funding. Carnahan said that MESA was chosen to receive this redistributed grant money because it was the organization most able to get its activities off the ground, given the short timeframe in which the money had to be spent. ■
ASPSU FROM PAGE 1
OUS proposal calls for greater student input in tuition-setting process U of O—have adopted these tenets by which to abide while navigating the restructuring process. Presently, all the proposals being considered are subject to change as the Legislature may add, drop or amend any aspect of the document, according to Markey. OUS’ proposal does, however, call for a greater student input in tuition-setting, which Markey said has been something that ASPSU has been striving to achieve in the past. “We’ve always been involved in tuition-setting on an unofficial level…either through a meeting with the dean or with a committee where they hear student input,” Markey said. Restructuring calls for a tuition-setting process that involves students who would be appointed by the ASPSU president and approved by the dean. However, this area of the proposal is still very uncertain, Markey said. The amount of students on the board and the extent of their involvement have not yet been decided. Another serious issue that PSU is preparing to combat is the potential implementation of a performance-based financial distribution system. This would factor in student graduation rates and letter grades attained within the university, according to Markey. “This system fails to take into account the quality of the
education,” she said. “Essentially, it promotes becoming a degree factory.” PSU’s graduation rate hovers steadily around 35 percent, while Oregon’s statewide average consistently remains above 50 percent. These statistics can be misleading, however, as many students attend PSU with the intent of transferring. OUS’ proposal also suggests putting an end to fund sweeps. This process essentially allows the state legislature to utilize each university’s revenues and use the money for other state agencies. This practice, Markey said, is not beneficial to students who attend universities where state budget cuts are already deeply affecting their education. Presently, the executive staff of ASPSU is preparing a presentation in order to create an open dialogue and promote discourse among the student senators. This will allow them time to understand the issue and form opinions before lobbying. According to Legislative Affairs Director Marcus Sis, OSA will be holding a “day of action” rally on April 29 at the steps of the capitol building in Salem. PSU, along with all other schools facing restructuring, will be distributing to state legislators the personal accounts of students who will be affected by restructuring.
“In the next few weeks we’re going to be coming around campus collecting stories. We want state legislators to see the diverse population we have here; we want them see that these decisions are affecting people, and we want to attach human faces to the issue,” Sis said. “Most importantly, we want them to know it’s not fair to allow students to be priced out of an education.” ■
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Helping Oregon: David Coronado, director of MESA, says the program helps create a diverse labor force.
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with “Mosaic.” With no more “differences” to bog down Edwards’ creative mind, Wovenhand has released four albums since 2006, including two in 2006 itself; the previously mentioned “Mosaic” and the decidedly more abstract “Puur.” This brings us to present-day Wovenhand performances. David Eugene Edwards has been given the gift of undeniably gripping charisma. Wovenhand shows go for as long as Edwards wants them to go, and when Wovenhand is going to make he’s done with you, he sets you Well, when you pick up “Ten you hate every other band free. Essentially spilling his inStones,” you can add one more. nards out on stage for the entire The album begins with a slow Nicholas Kula crowd to see, Edwards strains, dirge that eventually gives way Vanguard Staff cries, hollers and croons his to a churning semi-rhythmic enver trio Wovenhand is coming to buildup. Frontman David Euway through his band’s large town. Honestly, if everyone was famil- gene Edwards’ trademark tremback catalogue. Never in the last iar with Wovenhand, or even 16 Horse- bling vibrato cascades over the 30 years has there been another power, this article would already be in choppy percussion. Impossibly performer who can keep an enthe archives, consisting of that first sentence huge cymbal crashes wash over tire crowd so enthralled from a only. However, the very fact that Wovenhand the listener in what becomes the chair onstage. is playing a small venue like Mississippi Studios album’s pace-setter. The exciteA Wovenhand live show isn’t leads me to believe that this is not the case. That ment softens for a bit, eventually something that you attend and said, allow me to reiterate: Wovenhand is com- coming to a standstill with the let fall by the wayside days later. ing to town. And it’s going to be the best show mesmerizing track “Iron FeathThe memories do not fade with you’ll see in a long time. the ringing of your ears—and er.” It isn’t until track six, “White It’s awfully hard to talk about Wovenhand Knuckle Grip,” that you realize trust me, your ears, they will without bringing up their jaw-droppingly fan- you don’t just want to see this ring. A Wovenhand show is the PHOTO COURTESY OF GUUSKROI/FLICKR.COM kind of experience that you tell show—you need to. Wovenhair: Just because Edwards looks like Axl Rose doesn't mean you shouldn't go. people about until they tell you A perfect crescendo, Never in the last 30 years has they don’t want to hear that story the foot-stomping beat serves as a wondrous backdrop for all 16 Horsepower broke up in 2005 after a long anymore. Everyone has that one uncle who there been another performer kinds of instruments integrated with hiatus over “creative and spiritual differences,” talks about the time they saw Led Zeppelin who can keep an entire crowd so ample amounts of guitar feedback— Wovenhand had already recorded four back in 1976. With this Wovenhand show, you’re entitled to talk about it, and everyone will be enthralled from a chair onstage. all while Edwards leads the listener full-length albums. After finally leaving 16 Horsepower, Ed- entitled to listen, whether they know it or not. ■ on a tour of his soul. Edwards began his musical jour- wards—who many saw as their centertastic album, 2008’s “Ten Stones.” Though they ney in yet another band that went largely un- piece—took his full creative mind to Wohave eight albums, “Ten Stones” stands out the noticed—16 Horsepower. The band’s genre venhand and the results were devastating. Wovenhand, Git Some Mississippi Studios most. Why? It’s perfect. spectrum is almost wide enough for three 2006’s “Mosaic” was met with awe by critics, Jan. 23 Before you decide to either go to this show or bands—they’ve been called a mixture of folk, and for good reason; the album is almost as $13 pick up a copy of “Ten Stones,” ask yourself this: country, rock, gothic what-have-you, Ameri- good as “Ten Stones,” which is the culmina- 21+ How many perfect albums have you ever heard? cana—the list goes on and on. However, when tion of this focused early work that started
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Something’s wrong with the wine Iron & Wine releases new album, strange things afoot Jake Stevens Vanguard staff
Samuel Beam, better known by his moniker Iron & Wine, has produced an album filled with melodic Californian harmonies followed by a rather surprising new addition of funky undertones never before heard from him. As such, he represents a musician amidst a journey of exploring new sounds. That said, “Kiss Each Other Clean” is an album sure to shock Iron & Wine fans. Since his debut album “The Creek Drank the Cradle” was released with Sub Pop in 2002, Samuel Beam has been compared to the folksiest of the folk—Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Young, Elliot Smith and Nick Drake. If this is so, then using the great Neil Young as an example, Beam’s current change can be compared to when Young tried to change up his sound by using a vocoder on his album “Trans” in 1982—which disappointed many
of his fans. Many thought that this was a statement by Young, pointing out that this may be the new musical direction he was presumably undertaking. So how do Neil Young, Sam Beam and an old 1982 vocoder-ed flop of a record all end up relating to each other? Much like the songs Neil Young first crafted, Iron & Wine’s new album challenges many fans who loved the musician for his old guitar plucking, folkflavored backwoods songs that portray his unique style. “Kiss Each Other Clean” is a record that seems to be battling with a continuously changing taste in music—one that seems to be on the other side, with the greener grass and all that. As the vocoder did to Neil Young’s golden sound, the funky undertones and 15-second dubstep-esque echoes (heard on the first track “Walking Far From Home”) will do to Iron & Wine’s sound for many fans. Undoubtedly, this record is more of a statement from Beam. He branches out entirely into a new realm of expression—one that allows him more freedom to use multiple instru-
ments that complement the simple harmonic riffs that we all have heard from his prior work. For instance, on his song “Big Burned Hand,” Beam incorporates the penetrating sound of a sax over battling piano lines, deep colorful bass and a synthesizer. Another song that provides an example of the artist’s move from past to present is “Monkeys Uptown.” The song is made up of an array of tones and styles from many of the same instruments; his encapsulating lyrics surrounded by the vocals of backup singers and even slap bass at times. From the way the songs have been put together on this album, it is a fair comparison to say that the level of creativity is on par with Beck and his progressing work. On his last album, 2007’s “The Shepherd’s Dog,” Beam showed his initial willingness to head into the realm of musical exploration by working with African pop music and dub production, but still savoring the signature spookiness he is known for. The fact is that his new work is simply just another step toward this goal. “Kiss Each Other Clean” is
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Basics of Fencing Saturday, Jan. 22 1:15 p.m.–3:15 p.m. in ASRC 440/441
Is there anyone who hasn’t fantasized about engaging in some real-life swordplay? Thanks to the PSU Fencing Rec Club, us lay-folk finally have a chance to mimic the swashbuckling we’ve seen in the movies all these years. Personally, I’d amp myself up by watching “Hook” or “The Princess Bride” the night before. For those who get bitten by the fencing bug, I’m sure the Fencing Club is eager to gain some new pin cushions…err, members.
Bosu class Tuesday, Jan. 25 2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. in ASRC 440/441
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Blood: Just another typical Friday night.
The Bosu workout centers on work around a hemispheric ball. While I’m not a huge fan of unstable surface training as the central component of one’s routine, that doesn’t mean Bosu isn’t a challenging workout. Bosu training is a great way to supplement one’s routine. This one-hour class is the perfect opportunity for us dedicated weight trainers
to switch up our routine, and maybe even embarrass ourselves a bit with our lack of coordination and balance in the process. For everyone else, it’s sure to be a fun workout that is slightly different from more conventional training. Give it a try.
Stretching, Injury Prevention, and Gear Wednesday, Jan. 26 Noon–1 p.m. in SMSU 229 “Alumni Lounge”
There’s no point getting in shape if one is going wreck their own body in the process. While gym safety isn’t rocket science, there are many myths floating around about proper workout safety protocol. Are we supposed to stretch before, during or after? All of the above? Attend this event and find out once and for all. Furthermore, the modern gym (and rest assured, Campus Rec is ultra-modern) contains plenty of equipment that can be dangerous if used improperly. Lastly, there are numerous fitness accessories and gear that can enhance one’s workout, but they aren’t very useful if the trainee can’t figure out how to properly implement them. All of these is-
sues and common errors will be addressed at this event.
Blood Drives
Monday. Jan. 31 through Friday, Feb. 4 11 a.m.–4 p.m. in SMSU Ballroom (Third Floor)
I’m not gonna nag. We all know that donating blood saves lives, so just do it. Besides, who doesn’t like the cookies and juice? Be sure to register online with redcrossblood.org beforehand. Once you’re on the site, select “Make a blood donation appointment” and then enter sponsor code PORTLANDSTATE.
PDX Dancers Friday, Feb. 4 4 p.m.–5 p.m. in in ASRC 440/441
“Interested in exploring partnered dancing? Join the Rec Club PDX Dancers for a special afternoon of lessons, ice-breakers, and dance activities.” That’s all well and dandy, but as a male, the first thing that came to my mind was that this would make a great date, or a great way to score points with a partner. For the truly unfortunately souls, this could be a potential ticket out of the doghouse. I kid, I kid. In all seriousness, though, dancing is fun, a great way to meet new friends, and a good workout.
produced by Chicagoan Brian Deck and features musicians from other groups like Antibalas, Califone, and the Chicago Underground Duo. All in all, this record can be seen as an impressive sea change for the well-known indie folk musician, or it can be seen as a step in the wrong direction. You can be the judge of that; the album is released the 24th on this month. ■
PORTLAND'S TOUR DE SCOTCH:
The Leaky Roof selection, though much of the selection is admittedly commonly found, such as Johnny Walker, The Glenlivit, Dewars, etc. But don’t let that deter you. They do keep a few nice surprises around. Straight from the Speyside, there are a couple of Balvenie vintages. Most bars will keep the basic bottle of major brands around. What I like about the Leaky Roof is that they serve a variety of lines under a brand. For example, while it might be easy to find the Highland taste of Glenmorangie at
A stop on a Scotch lover’s search through Portland’s pubs Richard D. Oxley Vanguard staff
Campus Rec’s Healthy U Wellness Challenge marches forward with a wide variety of events in the coming weeks.
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o many, it is a mere shot. A simple and quick thrust back, a swallow and a then a dirty look on a face. But to others, it’s more. Something to savor and appreciate, it is a delight with one aspiration—perfection. Indeed, to many it is more than a plain shot of booze. To those who admire its complex character, it is whiskey. There are quite a few realms within the world of whiskey, and perhaps none is more diverse than that of the intriguing world of Scotch. Every Scotch is unique and provides remarkable insight into the region from which it originated. Scotch is an expedition from the Isles of Scotland, up through the Highlands, onto the Speyside, and more. It is a taste of its mother country, providing the experience of Scotland in a bottle. One of Portland’s best-kept whiskey secrets is the Leaky Roof. The pub has been serving the southwest Portland community around Goose Hollow since 1947. Within a few short minutes of stepping in the front door, it is easy to tell that this is more than a pub—it is a community. The atmosphere is simply friendly. And not in a forced or insincere manner, as one might find at establishments that attempt to manufacture the natural character of this bar, or any true-in-spirit neighborhood meeting spot. That’s right; one need not suffer at Applebee’s when the Leaky Roof is right in town. The food is certainly something to write home about, but as previously implied, this bar knows its whiskey. Now while the Leaky Roof is a whiskey lover’s spot, they tend to keep more up on Irish whiskey. Their shelves are far more weighted with Irish whiskey than Scotch. This is not to say that they have not put forth the effort to stock a hefty Scotch
Now, if you really want to take a trek through the country via a trail of Scotch, one must take advantage of the Leaky Roof’s Scotch Whiskey flights.
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Scotland, I love you: Is there a more perfect drink than a simple glass of scotch?
other establishments, this pub keeps a few lesserfound varieties of the single malt on hand, such as the Quinta Ruban or the Lasanta. Now, if you really want to take a trek through the country via a trail of Scotch, one must take advantage of the Leaky Roof ’s Scotch Whiskey flights. They took the time to choose an appropriate pairing of Scotches to provide a few tours. Their Highland tour, for example, is a simple offering of the Johnnie Walker Red, Black and Gold lines. They also have an option for the line of Glenmorangie they keep on the shelf. But the flights I prefer are the Tour of Twelves and the Scottish Royalty, each separately containing a mix of different brands and styles to compare next to each other. The Leaky Roof is one stop on any whiskey admirer’s search through Portland’s pubs that must not be skipped. Now the search is on for the next peaty pub. ■
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A SHOW! A SHOW! MY KINGDOM FOR A SHOW!
Bicycle commuting throughout a weird winter
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Save money and avoid winter weight gain Joshua Hunt Vanguard staff
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RIP: Sheldon Brown (1944-2008) a noted American bicycle mechanic. He contributed to numerous print and online resources related to bicycling, bicycle mechanics and maintenance, including his own website.
that can be taken for granted. A set of powerful front and rear lights is a necessity, and care should always be taken to make sure that the front light is white and the red light is rear. A reversal of this accepted standard could lead to disastrous consequences on a pitch-black
stretch of road. As with fenders, commuters have many options when it comes to bicycle lights. There are those that take batteries, those with rechargeable batteries and even those that recharge when plugged into the USB port of a computer.
Finally, there is the matter of protective clothing to keep out the harsh winter elements when they decide to make their presence known. While some choose to outfit themselves with a full range of winter cycling wear, most commuters can get by with a few simple items. The first piece of winter clothing in any commuter’s arsenal should be a pair of good gloves. They should be warm, but not so thick that they restrict movement. They’ll also offer protection to one’s hands in the event of a crash. My personal recommendation would be for a set of warm glove liners like the ones used beneath heavy-duty ski gloves. They are warm, yet thin enough to accommodate easy shifting and braking, and they’ll save your palms should the rubber side go up on a patch of ice. These can be found at any ski shop. A fleece-lined cycling cap can be found at any local bicycle shop in town, as can special shoe covers, rain jackets and the like. However, not all of these things are essential. Many campus commuters get by simply by bringing a change of clothes to campus with them on a wet day. Rain jackets and warm winter clothing needn’t be cycling-specific gear, which tends to cost more, just as long as they offer a good range of movement and perform the function that they’re intended to perform. Campus commuters ready to test their mettle may be pleasantly surprised to find that winter commuting in Portland isn’t all that tough, and that there are added benefits. After all, it’s the one time of year when bicycle parking on campus isn’t a problem. ■
Orson Welles plays at the museum
“A Touch of Evil” (1958) is what can be expected of any Orson Welles film: thoughtful, cinematically enlightening and classic. Drug enforcement officer Miguel (Charlton Heston) and his new bride Susie Vargas (Janet Leigh) are honeymooning on the United States and Mexican border when a bomb explodes in a nearby car. Realizing that the bomb came from the Mexican side of the border, Miguel worries about the implications it may bring regarding his home country. Immediately, Miguel is at the scene of the crime aiding with the investigation. The evidence to convict prime suspect Sanchez is there, but its origins are questionable. As Heston’s character challenges Captain Hank Quinlan’s investigation tactics, Quinlan, played by Welles himself, sees that Miguel gets more than he bargained for. What appears to have only ruined one evening of their romantic getaway soon begins to engulf the couple’s entire lives, interweaving the two in a web of drugs, conspiracy and deception. The cinematic elegance of the movie is unequaled. This is apparent within the first moments of the film when the camera takes a thenunprecedented three-minute pan, juxtaposing a
Glass Candy, Chromatics, Desire, Rude Dudes
Tonight, Mississippi Studios and Rotture are holding an unofficial dance party shootout (well, include the Artistery if you count Jizz Wisard). The first contender: Portland’s own Copy, headlining a show with almost-neighbor Head like a Kite of Seattle and San Diego’s Tape Deck Mountain. The pacing of the show is great—Tape Deck Mountain is listed as the opener, which makes sense. They play super slow shoegaze-y tunes with plenty of effects and emotive textures. Next up is Head like a Kite, which is essentially the common ground between TDM and Copy. HlaK consists of one man who has all his friends help live and on record, and he’s comparable to acts like You You’re Awesome, Self and Portland’s own Quiet Countries. Finally, you have Copy. I think I may have written about Copy more than Cower or Purple Rhinestone Eagle, but here goes: Copy plays wonderful chiptunes-inspired electro rock, with the aid of a laptop and a midi controller, or “keytar” if you’re into that sort of thing. That said, Mississippi Studios has put together quite a thoughtful bill. Don’t diss them by not showing up for it.
A few miles south, at around the same time, a much more traditional dance party is set to explode for roughly the same amount of money. Rude Dudes are arguably the best DJ crew in Portland. What they do puts Girl Talk to shame, and they’re opening (how’s that for a lineup?). Desire comes to us all the way from Montreal and sounds like Italo disco (AKA the best genre in the world) with the singer speaking both English and French. The next two bands need almost no introduction, having been active in the Portland scene for years. Chromatics, sadly best known for their cover of Kate Bush’s “Runnin’ up that Hill,” are going to put that misconception to rest tonight, as they play alongside Portland electro staple Glass Candy. While all bands on this bill have been called Italo disco at one time or another, not a lot of people are familiar with what the genre encompasses. Essentially, what we know to be Italo disco is basically the continuation of the disco scene in Europe after it died in America. The “Italo” prefix actually has nothing to do with Italy—the genre has come to mean any post-disco electronic music from Europe with lyrics predominantly in English. Giorgio Moroder, often referred to as the father of the scene, released a whole bunch of records. With that short history lesson in mind, come out to see Portland’s take on the whole thing.
crime scene with a happy celebrity honeymoon. This continues throughout the film, touching on secret injustices only noticed by those caught in the middle. The film’s lack of color emphasizes the central dynamic aspect of scene-particular lighting. Welles’ use of light captivates or horrifies in the intended scenes. The rigor involved in speaking with angles, lighting and film elements surpasses the average in “A Touch of Evil.” Welles leaves viewers on edge at all times through an implied unnerving presence of danger accomplished through the music, lighting, and positioning of the cameras. Although aged in date, “A Touch of Evil” is contemporary in ideology. The film speaks to the confusing, chilling and sometimes perverse nature of the investigation process and the judicial system in general. Despite admitting to having framed several suspects in various crimes, Quinlan replies that they were all “guilty, guilty,” stirring a moral debate in the viewer’s conscience. The hardship of conviction meets the enthusiasm of the vigilante and skews the edges of racism and corruption. Modern masterpieces such as Christopher Nolan’s “Insomnia” (2002) reflect the same questions, tribulations and moral weigh-offs of investigation. The concept remains an issue both in modern cinema and current events.
MISSISSIPPI STUDIOS, $8 DOOR, $10 DAY OF SHOW, 8:30 P.M., 21+
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I don’t know how many times I have to write about Cower before they blow up, but you might as well tack on one more. The almighty Cower—the hardest working band in Portland you’ve never heard of—will deliver a brutal assault of screamy grimy punk to the Artistery, a place that recently hosted the upbeat Algernon Cadwallader. They’re playing with two bands—one you can’t pronounce and one you probably don’t want to ever pronounce. Jizz Wisard are quite the act, considering they are playing with Cower, sport an illegible death metal logo and play a manner of disco revivalist music. Perhaps I’m not in on the joke, and perhaps I don’t want to be, but JW will provide a nice segue into Cower smashing your skull open. Don’t miss it.
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ear-round bicycle commuters are often thought of as a tough breed on campus, but those who give winter commuting a chance may find that it’s not as tough as they anticipated. Our unusually temperate winter offers the perfect opportunity for those who typically leave the bike in the garage throughout the cold weather months to reap the benefits of year-round bicycle commuting. With a few simple pieces of extra cycling kit, the fair-weather bicycle commuter will be able to handle anything that a Portland winter can throw at them. The first order of business for any respectable cyclist in the Pacific Northwest is to outfit your bicycle with a set of fenders. These serve not only to protect the commuter’s back from the dreaded muddy-water stripe, but will also prevent feet from becoming as wet by channeling water toward the ground, rather than directly toward the bicycle’s crankset. Front and rear bicycle fenders are an indispensable asset for the fall and winter months in Portland, and they can be outfitted easily and cheaply at almost any local bicycle shop. In addition to mounted fenders, there’s also a wide-range of fenders available that can be quickly attached and removed on a temporary basis. While the thermometer may not know what to do with itself during Portland’s winter months, the sun always knows when to set. With more commuters traveling during the dark morning hours and returning home in the winter twilight, safety is not something
Cower, Xoxe Xorx, Jizz Wisard
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Janet Leigh’s character does raise a sighing feminist response as she becomes the classic damsel in distress. Her bravery is only fueled by mention of her heroic saves-the-day husband, who she asserts will rescue her if anything bad is to happen. The melodramatic acting and Susie’s insensitivity to racial slurs makes her a weak character at best, and an annoying gold-digger at worst. Yet, perhaps it was Welles’ intention not to reinforce the stereotypical dependence of women, but to project the cultural climate of feminism of the time. Either way, the film not only provokes questions of racial discrimination, but also speaks to the differences between male and female archetypes.
“A Touch of Evil” is a must-see for every major movie fan. It is classic, provocative and revolutionary in its cinematography. It can be read from all cultural perspectives and vantage points. Its major theme will never run cold, and its plot twists cannot cease to entertain the most suspecting of viewers. ■
A Touch of Evil (1958) Northwest Film Center nwfilm.org
When I was a kid, the only way I liked oatmeal was if my mom made it: (rolled) oats swimming in milk, topped with pools of butter and heaps of melting brown sugar. Fast forward 15 years, and I’m still craving oatmeal for breakfast, but usually served in a different way. The following recipe is easy to prepare on a Sunday (or Monday if you have time)—then put away the rest so you can reheat it all week long. I like to use steel-cut oats, which are smaller than rolled oats, and have a little more chew. Not only is it a healthy choice to start your day with fiber-packed oatmeal, but it’s also quite economical. If you buy oatmeal in bulk, it usually costs about a dollar per pound. Try the base recipe below, and pick a topping option—if you’ve never tried savory oatmeal, you’re in for a real treat. Or, develop your own favorite with jams or butters or anything else you have in your fridge.
Ingredients: 3 cups water Pinch of salt 1 cup steel-cut oatmeal
VARIATIONS: Elvis Oatmeal: While the oatmeal is still hot (or reheated in the microwwave for one minute and 30 seconds), add 1 heaping tablespoon of creamy peanut butter and mashed banana. Top with a teaspoon of cinnamon and stir.
Savory Morning: To the hot oatmeal, add one sliced scallion, one teaspoon of sesame oil, two teaspoons of (low sodium) soy sauce and one teaspoon of Sriracha (or any hot sauce) if you want a little kick.
Buenos Días Oatmeal: Add one tablespoon of your favorite salsa, and one tablespoon of grated cheddar or Monterey jack cheese.
Mama’s Way: Add a huge splash of milk—so much you almost can’t see the oatmeal, a knob of butter and a heaping spoonful of brown sugar to a hot bowl.
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Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan, add pinch of salt. Add oatmeal to the pot and stir, lower heat to a simmer. Cook for 20–30 minutes, until most water has evaporated and the oatmeal is creamy. Remove from heat, add desired toppings, and enjoy.
PORTLANDIA Though the Vanguard office is some 30–40 feet underground, that doesn’t mean we live under rocks when we’re not working. That said, did you think we’d miss a chance to review a show that pokes fun of this city and everyone in it? Not a chance! Log on to http://www.dailyvanguard.com to read our take on it.
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V: If you could have dinner with three people—alive, dead or fictional—who would they be? EJ: Michael Jordan, Barack Obama and Ellen Degeneres—I love her.
Vikings prepared for big week at home
V: Do you read the Vanguard? EJ: I read it whenever I have classes in Cramer
Hall. I just grab it when I’m down there, which is pretty often.
V: What song would you sing karaoke? EJ: I love old-school Britney Spears, so
Portland State faces Northern Arizona in second game of two-game home stretch
probably anything by her.
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ast week’s trip to Sky with a 34.2 average. Montana didn’t go Fortunately, the Vikings will quite as planned for play both their games this the Vikings. Coming week in the comforts of the off two straight wins, Stott Center. Portland State suffered two “We have to win home straight losses on the road to games,” Geving said. “But I Montana and Montana State, think it’s more about us than dropping the Vikings (9-8 necessarily about preparing overall, 2-3 conference) into for our opponents. We’ve got a two-team tie for fifth place to keep improving and getting in the Big Sky. Portland State also played Weber State last night at the Stott Center, the results of which were not available by press time. But the question is: Do the Vikings have what it takes to rebound again and separate themselves from the middle of the pack? “We’ve got to take it one day at a time, go hard in practice and stay focused—it’s as simple as that,” sophomore guard and leading scorer Chris Harriel said. “It starts in practice; you play how you practice.” “We have to Junior guard Charles Odum compete and we have to play harder consistently,” coach more consistent as a team. Tyler Geving said. “I wasn’t We’re too up-and-down disappointed in our effort right now.” “We need to focus more on against [Montana and Montana State], but you being a team,” senior forward can’t just turn it on and off Phil Nelson suggested. “We and expect to win...that’s not had a few possessions in the Montana State game where going to work.” Geving added: “You can’t we took quick shots and that give up 19 offense rebounds [resulted] in them going on a run. It’s about execution, and expect to win, either.” In both recent losses, the being a team and playing with Vikings were out-rebounded, each other, not as individuals.” Nelson has recently and Portland State currently ranks second-to-last in returned from injury and rebounding for the Big in three games is averaging
" We’ve got to take it one day at a time, go hard in practice and stay focused—it’s as simple as that." Chris Harriel
V: What is the last thing you read? EJ: I just read the book the “Hunger Games;” it was really good.
21.0 minutes, 4.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 4-19 shooting from the field and 4-18 shooting from three-point range. “It feels great [to play], but at the same time its hard to go out and do the same things I’m used to doing,” Nelson remarked. “Just moving [is tough]. I’m still not as quick as I used to be, and getting to the rim, being able to create opportunities for my teammates is difficult, but it’ll get better as I get my legs more underneath me.” “He’s progressing,” Geving said. “Every day he’s going to be closer to where he was, but he’s still a week or two away from being in full basketball shape.” “The good thing is...the more we play, the better he’ll get,” Harriel added. From Nelson’s experience as a senior, he knows that it won’t be an easy task to pull out victories against Weber State and Northern Arizona this week. “It’s always been a tough match-up with [both teams],” Nelson noted. “I expect them to be hard-nosed, competitive games.” “This is real big week for us, so we’ve got to go get it,” Harriel said. “In practice it felt like everybody was in tune, everybody was on the same page and focused, so I hope that makes a big difference.” For the results of the Weber State game, check out GoViks. com. Tip-off for the Northern Arizona game is scheduled for 5:05 p.m. Saturday at the Stott Center. ■
V: Do you have a favorite superhero? EJ: Superman, because I would want to fly, too. V: What is your main focus on the court this season? EJ: I really think we want to focus more on
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making sure we win all of our games at home, especially in conference. It is always really hard playing on the road. Of course, you want to get wins on the road, but if we do lose on the road, we at least want to split the wins. And in the end, of course, the biggest goal is just to get first in our league again, like last year when we won the Big Sky Tournament and made it to NCAA.
ERYN JONES The woman behind the point guard
[This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.]
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Uprooted: Phillip "Tree" Thomas towers over defenders and teammates alike in an earlier game this season.
BIG SKY CONFERENCE MEN’S BASKETBALL STANDINGS School Northern Colorado Montana Montana State Weber State Northern Arizona Portland State Idaho State Eastern Washington Sacramento State
Conference Overall 5-0 9-7 5-1 13-5 5-1 11-7 3-2 9-7 2-3 10-7 2-3 9-8 1-4 5-12 1-4 4-13 0-6 3-14
Home 6-0 9-1 8-0 5-1 6-1 5-2 4-1 4-3 3-4
Away Streak 2-6 W5 4-4 W3 1-7 W2 3-5 W 3-6 W1 2-6 L2 0-10 L4 0-10 L5 0-10 L8
*Records accurate as of Thursday at noon
The Vikings’ starting rotation Portland State has recently settled on their third starting lineup for the season in 17 games so far this season. Combo guard Charles Odum was placed in the starting lineup seven games ago, moving junior point guard Dane Johnson to the bench. And in the last few games, senior big-man Phillip “Tree” Thomas has taken over the starting spot in the middle for junior center Nate Lozeau. Injuries have dictated some of the rotation changes, but as players like Phil Nelson return from injury, how does this potentially affect the rotation and the starting lineup? On Nelson taking on a starting role, coach Tyler Geving remarked: “[Phil] will dictate that, but I’m not going to say one way or the other; it’ll depend on how he plays.” Thus far, Geving’s changes to the starting-five have been successful. Since becoming a starter, Odum is averaging 17.8 points, shooting .650 from the field, .688 from threepoint range and .760 at the line. Also, both Odum and Thomas have posted career-highs in scoring as starters. “Charles is playing at a high level right now," Geving said. "He’s taking good shots, passing the ball well, defending and even starting to rebound a little. Every night, it seems his stat line has been about perfect.” Ultimately, it doesn’t really matter who starts the game for the Vikings. What really counts is if Portland State can continue to develop as a group and get valuable contributions from everyone on the floor, regardless of their role. “It’s about us coming together as a team,” Geving said.
unior Eryn Jones’ most recent achievement is her record in three pointers. The guard went 6-for-6 from outside the arc, the first time for a Viking since 1989. Now it's time to take a look at the woman behind the on-court name. Jones is working toward a degree in Health Sciences with plans to attend graduate school for Physical Therapy. The junior has high goals for the team this season, including repeating the 2009 Big Sky Tournament victory. The guard recently opened up about her odd pet desires, taste in music and dislike of country music.
Vanguard: Why did you come to Portland State? Eryn Jones: I came here because it was close
to my hometown of Seattle. I really wanted to play basketball and I was interested in playing in our [Big Sky] conference—with this conference, you can go to the NCAA tourney, and that's a huge thing for me.
V: What has been your best moment on the court? EJ: Probably when we won the Big Sky
Tournament and went to the NCAA Tournament.
V: What is your greatest strength? EJ: Since I’m point guard, I am pretty good at
V: What is the first item that you would buy if you won the lottery? EJ: I really want a pet pig (laughing), so I’d probably buy a pig.
V: You’re going to keep it in the city? EJ: (Laughing) Yeah! You know, a mini one. I
just want a small one.
V: What is your most embarrassing on-court moment? EJ: I don’t know if there really is one—but
probably getting blocked. That's embarrassing. I hate that!
V: Do you have any hidden talents? EJ: I like to long-board. My friend and I both own them, we're learning!
V: Do you have any nicknames? Why? EJ: People call me “EJ,” because of my initials,
but other than that it’s “Jonesy.” I’ve had that one since childhood.
V: What is the last thing you cooked? EJ: I made a chicken burrito yesterday. I love Mexican food.
V: If you could attend one concert or sporting event anywhere, what would it be? EJ: I would probably go to the NBA Finals.
managing and running the play. I can feel out how my team is and how everyone’s emotions are, in a way. I set the tone. And it’s important to know what offense to run and to get us to run the right plays. I would say that’s my strength—being a leader in that way on the court.
V: Who’s your favorite team? EJ: I like the Oklahoma City Thunder, just
V: Which is your favorite place to eat around campus? EJ: Probably Bamboo Grove—it’s a Hawaiian
liked, especially nutrition. I want to do physical therapy, so I just like the physical health classes because they’re interesting and they can relate to your life—especially as an athlete.
V: What is your favorite thing to do around Portland? EJ: I love living downtown. There are always
V: What’s on your iPod right now? EJ: I just put music on my iPod! I have Trey
place, and we go there as a team sometimes.
exciting things to do, and there’s tons of places to eat, to go out and have fun with your friends—and of course, there’s places to shop. Portland is just cool because, for example, you have the Park Blocks right downtown, which is a very unique place.
because they used to be in Seattle where I grew up.
V: What has been your favorite class at Portland State? EJ: I took a lot of health classes that I really
Songs, and put on some Keyshia Cole. I kind of like a variety. I like Jay-Z. I like hip-hop, but I also like rock and some reggae. I have the most random stuff. I like every genre expect country.
ERYN JONES Junior, guard 5-foot-8 Average points per game: 12.8 Total assists: 76 (leads team) Three-point field goals: 35 (leads team)
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Portland's premiere MMA series continues Saturday Kevin Fong Vanguard staff
Heavyweight champion Damion Martindale faces heavyweight champion Kevin Fox at the Roseland Theater on Saturday, Jan. 22. The FCFF has hosted over
MMA enthusiasts chomping at the bit. “I can’t wait for [tomorrow night’s event]—especially the title fight,” Brian Toogood, a recent Portland State graduate
75 mixed-martial arts events throughout Oregon, but tomorrow night’s Rumble at the Roseland 54 is a shaping up to be a truly special event. Heavyweight champion Damion Martindale will attempt to make FCFF history by being the first fighter to simultaneously hold belts in two different weight classes. Martindale will drop down from heavyweight (235 lbs) to lightweight (205 lbs) when he faces Kevin Fox for his lightweight championship on Saturday night. It’s a match-up that has local
and a local MMA fan, said. “The Rumble at the Roseland shows are always a good time, but in my opinion, it’s just a little more exciting when the big guys bang.” Martindale has a reputation as a hard-hitter with a strong wrestling background. He became the heavyweight champion back in August at Rumble at the Roseland 53 after defeating Eli Pauls in the second round via tapout, and then successfully defended his title in November, beating Paul Haasslan at Caged at the Coast 3. Moving
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All the fighters competing tomorrow evening will step into the cage with amateur status—meaning none of the fighters will be getting paid. Fortunately for the fighters, the FCFF is the top promotion for local amateur MMA talent to develop their craft and make a name for themselves. “The [UFC] doesn’t just want anybody off the streets coming in and considering
themselves a pro fighter,” said Kevin Keeney, promoter and co-owner of the FCFF. Keeney owns the promotion with longtime friend and UFC top-contender Chael Sonnen, who advises fans to act fast if they want to come be a part of what will surely be an exciting evening of mixed-martial arts action. “Get your tickets early, because they don’t last long,” Sonnen said. ■
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icture this: a pair of No. 6 seeds in the Super Bowl. The New York Jets and Green Bay Packers sure like that scenario, and it’s impossible to ignore them after this weekend’s divisional playoff games. The Jets (13-5), who have never won more games in their half-century of existence, went into New England and handed the league’s top regular-season team a 28-21 defeat Sunday. They now have knocked off Peyton Manning’s Colts and Tom Brady’s Patriots in successive weeks. Their reward is a date with the second-seeded Steelers (13-4) in Pittsburgh next Sunday night, New York’s second straight trip to the AFC championship game. The Steelers won their blood feud matchup with Baltimore 31-24 on Saturday. “We’re not afraid of anybody,” Jets coach Rex Ryan said after Mark Sanchez threw
for three touchdowns against New England. “Maybe people take it the wrong way. We don’t badmouth an opponent, but we don’t fear anybody.” Nor, apparently, do the Packers (12-6). They routed the NFC’s top seed, the Atlanta Falcons, 48-21 on Saturday night, and will head to Chicago for the conference title game against their historic rivals. The Bears (12-5) whipped Seattle 35-24 to set up the 182nd meeting in the NFL’s longest series, but the first for an NFC championship. “We’re both familiar with each other, so nothing’s going to be new,” said Bears quarterback Jay Cutler, who threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more Sunday in his first postseason appearance. “We have our hands full.”
AFC Championship At Pittsburgh, 3:30 p.m., Sunday
It’s a rematch of a wild Dec. 19 game won by the Jets 22-17 at Heinz Field. Steelers star safety Troy Polamalu missed that and he’s a huge playmaker. He might be needed more than ever because the Jets are more balanced that at any time under Ryan. And they have won four of their five playoff road games under the bombastic coach, the latest their stunner at Foxborough, where the Jets fell 45-3 on Dec. 6. “We knew we’d have to beat those kind of opponents, got to get a team that can beat New England, beat Indianapolis at their places, and beat Pittsburgh, hopefully,” Ryan said. New York has been efficient on the ground, but no one rushes very well against the Steelers. Baltimore managed only 35 yards rushing on Saturday. So the game could wind up in the hands and on the arms of the quarterbacks. Sanchez, a second-year pro who is 4-1 in the postseason, just might match up well with Roethlisberger, who has won two Super Bowls and showed
against the Ravens how clutch he can be. “Big Ben, he’s next on our list,” said Jets receiver Braylon Edwards, who caught a TD pass against New England. Still, the Jets never had won in Pittsburgh before that December game, and the Steelers are well-versed in AFC title matchups, making their fifth trip since 2001. “You like to play teams that you lose to,” Roethlisberger said.
NFC Championship At Chicago, Noon, Sunday Chicago and Green Bay have been going at it for 90 years, but, amazingly enough, this will be only the second time they’ve faced each other in a playoff. Back in 1941, just days after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and a quarter-century before there was a Super Bowl, the George Halas-coached Bears
beat the Packers 33-14 at Wrigley Field for the Western Division title. The playoff was needed after both went 10-1 during the regular season. Chicago went on to beat the New York Giants for one of its nine NFL titles. But the Bears haven’t won it all since shuffling to the Super Bowl championship after the 1985 season with Mike Singletary, Walter Payton & Co. Green Bay has won a record 12 NFL titles, most recently after the 1996 season with Brett Favre at quarterback. The teams each won at home this season, with the Packers clinching a wild-card spot with a 10-3 victory in the regularseason finale. “With Green Bay, the hype is going be there with the rivalry the way it is, the magnitude,” Cutler said. “We’re going to have to do the same thing. We can’t blow this out of proportion, it’s still a football game. They are going to line up 11 guys, we’re going to line up 11 guys. Whoever executes the most is going to win. “It doesn’t get any better than this. To be in the NFC
championship, the situation we’re in being at home and to bring Green Bay into (Soldier Field) on top of that, it just adds to it.” Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been sensational recently, particularly against Atlanta on Saturday night, when he had only five incomplete passes, threw for 366 yards and three touchdowns, and didn’t toss an interception. “Yeah, this probably was my best performance, I think (given) the stage that we were on, the importance of this game,” Rodgers said. “So yeah, it was a good night.” To have another one and get the Packers to their first Super Bowl since the 1997 season, Rodgers must deal with a Chicago defense that was dominant when the outcome was in doubt against Seattle. He also might have to outduel Cutler. “I texted him after the game (Saturday night). I told him, ‘Good game,’” Cutler said Sunday. “Obviously I will probably have a few text messages from him. We will have friendly banter.” ■
16 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2011 ■ SPORTS
Viks travel to face ‘Jacks
Your weekend in sports Friday Hockey
After a victory in the Park Blocks, PSU hits the road Rosemary Hanson Vanguard staff
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fter putting an
end to a two-game losing streak in the Park Blocks earlier this week, Portland State women’s basketball looks to continue the success at Northern Arizona on Saturday. On Monday, the Vikings (8-8, 1-2 Big Sky) beat the visiting Idaho State Bengals by 10 points. Last night, the reigning Big Sky Tournament champs continued the week’s slate of games by playing at Weber State. The results of that contest were not available as of press time.
A look at the Viks After dropping their first two conference games, the Vikings earned a much-needed win this week. Against the Bengals, PSU posted a new school record with three players above the 20-point mark. Among the three was junior guard Eryn Jones, who tied Michele Hughes’ 1989 record of going 6-of-6 from beyond the threepoint line. This depth on the shooting aspect of the Viks’ game is something to be said for the team. PSU currently has three players averaging in doubledigit points this season, while their upcoming opponent, NAU, only posts one. Viking sophomore forward Courtney VanBrocklin averages 13.5, Jones is posting 12.8 and senior forward Kelli Valentine is rocking an even 10 points per game. While team shooting is a shining point, head coach Sherri Murrell said that it is rebounds on which the team
needs to focus in the upcoming games. They currently hold an average of 38.9 rebounds per game to their opponent’s 40.7. “The number-one thing is to continue to rebound,” Murrell said following the Idaho State game. “We need to offensively rebound and defensively rebound; we have not been doing that well.”
A look at Northern Arizona The Lumberjacks (7-10, 2-2 Big Sky) split their Montana and Montana State games last week, falling on Saturday to the Montana State Bobcats. The ‘Jacks also hit the court at home on Thursday night, but results were not ready as of press time. Last Friday night, against Montana, the Lumberjacks got some much-needed redemption against the visiting Lady Griz. NAU secured a close 64-60 victory to mark the first time the Lumberjacks have beaten Montana since the 2006–07 season. Sophomore guard Amy Patton led the way for the ‘Jacks, with a game high 24 points. Half of the sophomore's points were from behind the arc. Patton made a set of free throws with seconds left on the clock to ensure a NAU victory. Following the victory against Montana, the ‘Jacks fell to Big Sky leader Montana State. Despite the loss, Patton again had a stellar shooting game. She posted another 24-point night with a team-high seven rebounds. Also in double digits, sophomore guard Tyler Stephen-Jenkins grabbed 15 points for the night.
Patton and Stephen-Jenkins both lead NAU in point averages—Patton with 17.2, and Stephen-Jenkins with 9.7
Last matchups The Viks are currently 5-1 over the Lumberjacks under Murrell. The one loss comes from last season, when the two teams split the series each time the home team won the game. The Vikings have taken NAU five times with double-digit wins, including last season’s 29-point victory. Despite the high number losses for the Lumberjacks, NAU certainly knows how to shoot at home. The team shot 48.3 percent to the Viks’ 38.9 percent.
Portland Everett Winterhawks at Silvertips (29-14-0-3, (18-21-2-4, 61 pts) 42 pts) Everett, Wash. 7:35 p.m. Radio: KXFD, AM-970
How to follow Tip-off is set for 5:05 p.m. at Walkup Skydome in Flagstaff, Ariz. There will be live audio on goviks.com and also on Big Sky TV. Live stats can also be found on goviks.com under the live events tab. ■
Saturday Hockey
Freshman forward Allie Brock
TEAM AVERAGES
Seattle Thunderbirds (18-19-4-5, 45 pts)
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Portland Winterhawks (29-14-0-3, 61 pts)
Memorial Coliseum 2 p.m. Radio: KXFD, AM-970 Women’s basketball
PSU Points per game: 67.2 Total rebounds per game: 38.9 Three-point shots made per game: 6.2 Steals per game: 8.3
Portland State (8-8, 1-2 Big Sky)
Northern Arizona (7-10, 2-2 Big Sky)
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Flagstaff, Ariz. 5:05 p.m. Video: b2tv.com Live stats: GoViks.com Men’s basketball
NAU Points per game: 64.9 Total rebounds per game: 34.8 Three-point shots made per game: 5.8 Steals per game: 11.1
Northern Arizona (9-7, 3-2 Big Sky)
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Portland State (9-8, 2-3 Big Sky)
Stott Center 5:05 p.m. Radio: KXFD, AM-970 Live stats: GoViks.com
All photos by adam wickham/vanguard staff
Mad skills: Courtney VanBrocklin tests the Bengals' defense.
Club hockey
Big Sky Conference women’s basketball standings Idaho
School Montana State Northern Colorado Idaho State Eastern Washington Montana Northern Arizona Portland State Weber State Sacramento State
Big Sky 4-0 3-1 2-1 2-1 2-2 2-2 1-2 0-3 0-4
Overall 10-8 8-9 11-5 6-9 7-10 7-10 8-8 4-11 3-14
Home 4-2 7-1 6-0 5-2 5-4 6-4 6-1 2-7 2-6
Away 5-4 1-6 4-5 1-5 2-4 1-6 1-7 1-3 1-6
Streak W8 W2 L1 L1 W1 L1 W1 L6 L8
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Portland State
Memorial Coliseum 6:30 p.m. NBA
Indiana Pacers (16-23)
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Portland Trailblazers (23-20)
7 p.m. Rose Garden Arena
Sunday
*Records accurate as of Thursday at noon
Club hockey
Idaho
Hockey club to play at Memorial Coliseum
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Portland State Memorial Coliseum Noon Hockey
Vikings change venue for weekend meetings with Idaho Vandals Robert Britt Vanguard staff
Portland State’s ice hockey club is sharing a stage with the pros this weekend. The Vikings are hosting the University of Idaho Vandals for a two-game series at the Memorial Coliseum, home of the Western Hockey League’s Portland Winterhawks. The hockey club, which typically plays its home games at the newly renovated Winterhawks Skating Center in Beaverton, is changing venues on Saturday and Sunday because the Beaverton arena is overbooked this weekend, according to club president Ryan Stanchfield. “There’s a youth tournament
and a high school tournament both at the same rink this weekend,” Stanchfield said. “Since the same company owns the Memorial Coliseum, the Rose Garden and the Winterhawks Skating Center, they said ‘Go ahead and take the big venue.’” The Vikings and the Vandals will face off in the 12,000-seat Memorial Coliseum following the Winterhawks’ Saturday afternoon game and before their Sunday night game. Aside from its potential for a much larger audience, Stanchfield said that playing in the Memorial Coliseum should benefit the Vikings on the ice.
“It’s actually a smaller rink than the one at the Winterhawks Skating Center,” the junior, who is majoring in mechanical engineering, said. “The length is shorter, so we’re excited to be on a little bit smaller rink where we can use our defense to our advantage.” The PSU hockey club is a Division-2 member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association and plays other clubs from schools located in the western U.S. Portland State is looking to break a losing streak that has kept the team winless in the month of January. The Vikings began the new year with two losses to in-state rival Oregon on Jan. 7 and 8. Most recently, they lost to visiting Cal State-Fullerton, 7-6, in Beaverton last weekend.
Despite the losing streak, Stanchfield said the club is still feeling good about the team’s progress this season. “The team is coming along nicely,” he said. “We picked up a few players after Christmas break, and we’re a much stronger team now than we were at the first half of the season. “We’re getting our legs back under us; we’re getting our new goalies in-tune and worked out; we’re knocking out all the little things and it’s making a big difference in our daily practices.” Stanchfield said the Vikings have won roughly six of the last 10 meetings with the Vandals, and that this weekend’s matchups should prove to be good games for the fans to watch.
“We’ve always had a good rivalry with them,” Stanchfield said. “They’re always a really strong team, and that’s what we’re looking forward to again this weekend.” Saturday’s first faceoff is set for 6:30 p.m., and Sunday’s game is scheduled to begin at noon. Tickets to each game are $5 for general admission, and PSU students get in for free by showing valid student ID—one of the several reasons that Stanchfield said students should come watch the hockey club in action. “We’re closer, we’re on the MAX line, it’s an easier game to get to and it’s free with a student ID,” Stanchfield said. “So there’s no point to not come and hang out and have fun at the big rink and watch a great hockey game.” ■
Spokane Chiefs (28-11-3-2, 61 pts)
Portland Winterhawks (29-14-0-3, 61 pts) Memorial Coliseum 5 p.m. at
Monday NBA
Sacramento Portland Kings at Trailblazers (9-31) (23-20) Rose Garden Arena 7 p.m. TV: KGW