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his Monday – Oct. 24 – is the last day to register to vote before the Nov. 8 election. The election is the culmination of two years of a seemingly endless presidential campaign. Some people have decided not to vote because they aren’t fans of either of the two major-party candidates running for president. But voting is important even if you don’t vote for president. “Virtually every issue or candidate on the ballot affects students in some way or another. In a symbolic way, these are decisions about what their future will look like,” said Dr. Jeffrey Cummins, a political science professor at Fresno State who specializes in California politics. “If young people don’t vote, then their parents and grandparents are the ones that are going to decide what the future looks like for young voters even though the parents and grandparents won’t be in that future eventually. Young voters need to take the reins of their future.”
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OPINION
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
GOT OPINIONS? We want to hear them. COLLEGIAN-OPINION@CSUFRESNO.EDU WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2016
Recreation Center: Out of order available, it makes it really hard for students to get a good workout in the limited time we have with school and work. I am not asking for new equipment. All I would want is for whomever is in charge of the Student Recreation Center to get someone to fix those machines. It would be awesome if they could also add a couple of bench press machines as well. This is because currently there are only two, which makes it really hard, especially for us guys, to work out our chest when there are three or four other guys trying to bench press as well. I hope that we can get the equipment fixed as soon as possible.
Mario Cisneros
Special to The Collegian
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I am currently a senior at Fresno State. I’m hoping this letter will help get my message out there, so President Castro can take action on the following issue. I’ve been using the Student Recreation Center for a long time, but recently I’ve started noticing much of the equipment is out of order. This past week, I counted about 15 machines with an “out of order” sign. It bothers me because we don’t have enough equipment for all who use the gym, and now that all those machines are not
Proposition 55 deserves a ‘yes’ vote Students for Quality Education Special to The Collegian
There are a ton of candidates and ballot measures vying for our attention this election season. But one in particular—Proposition 55—deserves a closer look and a ‘yes’ vote. While it may seem that Proposition 55, the California Children’s Education and Health Care Protection Act, would only impact K-12 and community college students, there’s a very real connection to the California State University system as well. When the financial market crashed back in 2008, state-funded institutions were severely impacted, and our public education system in California, including the CSU, was hit especially hard. Education funding at all levels was cut to the bone during the recession, forcing more than 30,000 teacher layoffs, huge class sizes and the
elimination of programs like music and art. Trying to fairly allocate reduced state funding caused continuous conflict in the CSU system over the past eight years. Now, as the CSU finally begins to recover, is not the time to return to that era. That’s where Proposition 55 can help. The ballot measure protects students and public education from returning to the days of massive budget cuts and larger class sizes. It would help K-12 schools and community colleges get more funding, which would result in freeing up money for the CSU. Without Proposition 55, it is estimated that the CSU could suffer cuts of $250 million to its base budget. Just last year, CSU East Bay’s dance department was threatened with budget cuts, forcing the removal of classes that were vital not only for dance majors to graduate, but for students’ mental health. We need to pass Proposition 55
to ensure the CSU, and its programs, are fully funded. Proposition 55 would generate an estimated $8 billion to $11 billion in funding for California’s public education by extending current income tax rates on the wealthiest Californians for 12 more years – single income earners making more than $250,000 per year and couples earning more than $500,000 per year. Over the past few years, California’s public education system has been under attack with budget cuts and contract disputes leading to demonstrations, near strikes, and protests. With fewer classes being offered and the number of impacted schools growing, graduating from the CSU in five to seven years is the norm. As a result, we students must pay outrageous tuition prices for an additional two to three years just to graduate, thus sending us into even more debt. Paying for college
should be an investment into our future, not a detriment to our financial well-being. Proposition 55 is an opportunity for every member of California’s education system to come together in the fight to fund our future. With the richest Californians paying their fair share, Proposition 55 will give public schools and community colleges the money they need to hire quality teachers and school employees, reduce class sizes and improve the quality of education in the classroom. Please make sure you register to vote by Oct. 24 (http://registertovote. ca.gov/) and vote yes on Proposition 55. It is an investment in our future. Because of this, Students for a Quality Education is standing with CSU faculty, staff and even the CSU board of trustees to support Proposition 55. By voting yes on 55 today, we have the power to improve education not only for ourselves, but for the students of tomorrow.
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ELECTION GUIDE
Arguments for and against propositions on the Nov. 8 ballot PROP 51: SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION
PROP 52: MEDI-CAL
PROP 53: BOND LIMITS
Proposition 51 would authorize $9 billion for construction and modernization of K-12 public schools, charter schools and California Community Colleges facilities. For: This would allow California to improve basic health and safety standards in schools, repair and upgrade older schools and expand the amount of classrooms available in order to create smaller class sizes. Against: The proposition would cost an additional $500 million each year on top of the $2 billion Californians are already paying. Funding would go toward those first in line such as large wealthy districts rather than smaller districts needing help.
Most private hospitals currently have charges imposed on them that are scheduled to end on Jan. 1, 2018. However, this proposition would extend them permanently, which would help fund Medi-Cal health care services, care for uninsured patients and children’s health coverage. For: This would extend California’s Medi-Cal hospital fee program that generates over $3 billion a year in federal matching funds. The funds help pay for children’s health care services, seniors and low-income families. Against: Because it would remove the accountability for $3 billion of taxpayer dollars, it would give hospital CEOs the money, allowing them to have no independent audits and no requirements on how the money is spent.
If the bond amount exceeds $2 million, it would require statewide voter approval before any revenue bonds can be issued for certain projects. For: This would allow taxpayers to know the true cost of projects, have a say as well as hold politicians accountable. Against: Proposition 53 takes away local control and jeopardizes water supply, bridge safety and local repairs. In addition, it has no exemption for natural disasters and emergencies, and repairs after a major earthquake or flood may be delayed up to two years.
PROP 54: PUBLIC MEETINGS
PROP 55: SCHOOL FUNDING
PROP 56: CIGARETTE TAX
Legislatures would have to publish bills on the Internet for 72 hours before voting begins. This would also require them to record their proceedings and post them on the Internet. For: Having a bill published online for 72 hours would make the state government more transparent. It also gives everyone the opportunity to review, debate and contribute to the bill. Against: If a bill needs to be changed quickly, this proposition will make lawmakers wait three days until any change can be made as well as slow down legislators’ ability to create bipartisan solutions for California’s biggest problems.
Proposition 55 would extend the temporary personal income tax on income taxpayers exceeding $250,000 from 2012 by 12 years. The income tax would continue until 2030 instead of 2018. For: Because the current tax rates would be maintained, the proposition prevents $4 billion in cuts to California’s public schools and would increase children’s access to health care. Against: Voters voted on this in 2012, hoping it would be temporary and end in 2018, not in 2030. State budget estimates show that having the higher tax is not necessary to balance the budget.
Proposition 56 would increase tax by $2 per cigarette pack and make other tobacco products and electronic cigarettes containing nicotine have an equivalent increase. For: California taxpayers are already paying $3.5 billion annually even if they do not smoke and taxing these products will help pay for smoking prevention and health care. Against: This is a $1.6 billion tax increase and would give health insurance companies $1 billion. Only 13 percent of the money would help smokers and prevention.
PROP 57: INMATE REHABILITATION
PROP 58: MULTILINGUAL SCHOOL
PROP 59: CITIZENS UNITED
This would allow parole consideration for nonviolent felons and authorize sentence credits for education, good behavior and rehabilitation. For: It focuses on keeping criminals in jail and rehabilitating juveniles and adult inmates, while also saving money. Against: Proposition 57 would allow criminals who have committed acts such as rape to get released from jail early. It authorizes immediate release for 16,000 criminals, including some who have been convicted of murder.
Requires that public schools make sure students become proficient in the English language. School districts would have to get parents and the community’s input when developing language programs. For: This would allow students to learn English as quickly as possible and allow English speakers a chance to learn a second language. Against: The main focus is not to modernize the way English is taught, but to eliminate parental rights to an English language education for children. Children who are learning English as their second language are learning English faster than previous years and are gaining admissions into universities.
Proposition 59 asks California’s officials to overturn the Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission decision. For: Voting ‘yes’ would allow Californians to say they want big money out of politics. It would overturn a misguided Supreme Court ruling saying that unlimited campaign spending is free speech. Against: The proposition would negatively impact small businesses.
PROP 60: CONDOMS IN PORN
PROP 61: MEDICINE PURCHASES
PROP 62 & 66: DEATH PENALTY
Proposition 60 would require adult film performers to use condoms while having sexual intercourse during filming. Producers would have to provide the performers with vaccinations, testing and medical examinations in addition to having to post condom requirements at film sites. For: Adult film performers would be less likely to encounter life-threatening diseases. They would follow the same workplace protection rules that apply to other industries in California. Against: For adult film performers or those who distribute or produce adult content, this violates their privacy, and weakens workplace safety, therefore Californians would be allowed to sue them.
The state would not be allowed to purchase prescription drugs from a drug manufacturer if its price is higher than the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. For: Bernie Sanders promotes Proposition 61. All prescription drugs purchased by the state of California will be priced at or below the price of the same drug from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Against: The proposition has a chance of raising the price of prescription drugs, reduce patients’ access to medicines and create more bureaucracy and lawsuits.
Replaces the death penalty with life imprisonment without possibility of parole. For: This would replace California’s death-penalty system with life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Prisoners would work and pay restitution. It also guarantees that no innocent person is going to be executed. Against: It would allow murderers to live off of taxpayers’ expenses and have free health care. Proposition 66 would change death-penalty procedures and limit successive petitions. Attorneys who take noncapital appeals would have to accept death-penalty appeals. For: Proposition 66 would save people, bring closure to victims’ families and justice to murderers. Against: This would cost taxpayers more money and increases the chance of executing an innocent person.
PROP 63: AMMUNITION
PROP 64: MARIJUANA
PROP 65 & 67: PLASTIC BAGS
Background checks and authorization from the Department of Justice would be needed in order to buy ammunition. Possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines would be prohibited. For: Gun violence would be reduced because Proposition 63 requires a background check and authorization to purchase ammunition. It would improve public safety. Against: The proposition was written by a politician trying to get public exposure, not to make communities safer.
Californians over the age of 21 would be able to buy marijuana and grow a small amount at home. This would impose state taxes on sales and cultivation as well as allow local regulation and taxation. For: This would allow California’s marijuana market to be publicly known, similar to the alcohol industry where it will be controlled, regulated, taxed, tracked and more. Against: Proposition 64 would make it acceptable for marijuana to be grown near schools and parks. Since the legalization of marijuana in Colorado, the black market and drug cartel activity have increased. California has the possibility of an increase as well.
Proposition 65 will require grocery and retail stores to redirect where the money from carryout bags goes. The proceeds go toward a fund to support specific environmental projects. For: Without the proposition, stores would gain $300 million while shoppers lose $300 million. This would prevent stores from gaining money off of carryout bags. Against: The proposition is sponsored by out-of-state plastic companies that do not care about California’s environment. Proposition 67 says stores would not be able to provide single-use plastic or paper bags. For: Plastic bags negatively impact the environment They strangle wildlife, litter communities and increase cleanup costs. Against: Consumers would have to pay 10 cents on bags, and it would go to the store, not the environment.
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COMEDIAN
Titus comes to Tower By Nick Ryan
Special to The Collegian
Photo Courtesy of Christopher Titus’ website
Writer, actor and stand-up comedian Christopher Titus is coming back to Fresno this weekend for his seventh special “Born with a Defect.” His new show discusses his personal life but also invites debate on issues most comedians dare not tackle because of how controversial of a topic it can be. “I always like to push it with my shows,” Titus said. “When the bit challenges the audience, those are my favorite ones. But not everything can. I’ll throw in a bit that nobody wants to laugh at, but they end up doing so.” Titus has been able to turn some of the worst things someone could experience into some of the darkest yet funniest jokes that comedy has seen in the last 10 years– from having a mother who was a manic-depressive schizophrenic, to having his ex-
wife commit identity fraud on herself. What separates him from other comedians is the content he writes and his delivery. He talks not only about his family, but he discusses topical issues that, when stirred correctly, will annoy and frustrate some of his fans and even risk turning them away. A good example of this is his special, “Arm the Children,” which addressed gun control. “When I wrote it, I really wanted to write about something that tackled the gun thing without actually attacking the gun thing. I wanted people to not know where I was going until the end,” Titus said. “That happened and it pissed off some gun people. When you do a bit that’s funny to everyone and you hit that bit at the end that you really wanted to land with the audience, that’s perfect.” Titus will be performing this coming Saturday at the Tower Theatre, 815 E. Olive Ave, at 8 p.m.
REVIEW
‘Carry On’ is original, relatable, magical By Selina Falcon @SelinaFalcon
MASTERFUL “Carry On” by New York Times bestselling author Rainbow Rowell is a coming-of-age tale at its core that explores the topics you’d find most confusing as a teenager: school, love, loss, destiny and, of course, magic. Simon Snow, also known as the Chosen One, can’t always properly wield a wand. Penelope is his best friend and he wouldn’t be alive without her. Agatha is his ex-girlfriend who just wants to be normal. Baz is his proba-
bly-a-vampire roommate who hates him. All are in their final year at Watford School of Magicks where, years before they were students, a war began that threatened to take away magic for good. It’s a war, of course, that only the Chosen One can end. A year after its initial release, I finally jumped into Rowell’s first fantasy endeavor and it quickly became clear to me why it instantly became a bestseller. Simon Snow is no stranger to Rowell. He first made an appearance in her 2013 novel “Fangirl” where he was the main character in a series of fiction novels written by Gemma T. Leslie. These novels and Simon Snow are the subject of the fanfiction Cath (the main
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character of “Fangirl”) writes. In her author’s note, Rowell said once she finished “Fangirl” and let go of Cath and her boyfriend Levi, she couldn’t let go of Simon. “Carry On” was then born and is an entity entirely in its own. Though separate from “Fangirl,” “Carry On” isn’t completely separate from another very popular series of books about an orphaned boy wizard who is the only one who can end a war. In “Fangirl,” the Simon Snow books were a sort of parody of the Harry Potter books and thus it is almost reflexive to begin comparing “Carry On” to “Harry Potter” once you begin reading. There were parallels, sure, but Rowell helps you brush those aside and I very quickly stopped thinking of Simon as Harry, Penelope as a cross between Ron and Hermione and Baz as Draco. I began seeing them as the very different, individualistic characters they are. Plot and storyline aside – which I adored, don’t get me wrong – these characters were what I ultimately fell in love with. Writing realistic and relatable characters is what Rowell does best in her contemporary fiction, but managing to do that in a fantasy setting? Complete success. I didn’t have to suspend my disbelief once when learning about Simon, Penelope, Agatha and Baz and the very magical lives they lead. I felt like these were characters I could run into at school or at work, magic and all. On top of some of Rowell’s best characters to date, the magic system in “Carry On” was explained well and the power of words within that system made the writer in me swoon. Rowell expertly drove home the message that language is power.
Photo courtesy of Rainbow Rowell’s official website.
“Carry On” is a book I will read again and again – I know this for certain – and the best way I can explain how I feel after reading it
is to borrow a line from my favorite character, Baz. “Aleister Crowley, I’m living a charmed life.”
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2016
Pokiland: provokes taste buds, prevents big spending By Jenna Wilson @fsjennawilson
What’s the hype? A sushi craze has erupted lately, particularly in California and among 20- to 30-year-olds, and for good reason. The flavors are incredible and the ingredients are so fresh (no pun intended). There’s no denying how easily sushi can take a toll on our wallets, especially we college students. Pokiland is essentially the Chipotle of sushi where you can create a mixture between Hawaiian Poke (a raw fish salad) and sushi. Put the two together and you have your very own Poki bowl. They also offer wraps, salads and nachos. Where is it? Pokiland is located northwest of campus on Champlain Drive and Perrin Avenue in Fresno in the same shopping center as Champlaigna and The Yellow Mug. Based on the location alone, it is no wonder why Pokiland has created a huge buzz since its opening in January. What’s the cost? At Pokiland you get more than what
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Dave and Buster’s: an arcade for adults By Marina McElwee @MarinaMashelle
you pay for. The restaurant’s most popular item is it’s Poki bowl offered as small (two scoops of rice for $8), medium (three scoops for $9.50) or large (four scoops for $11.50). Coming from a girl with a hearty appetite in a passionate relationship with food, the small is more than enough for one person’s lunch or dinner. I paid just $10.82 for a small Poki bowl and a regular drink to leave uncomfortably full with a quarter of my dinner left, but amazingly satisfied. Worth it? Absolutely. The flavors could surely be matched at an overpriced sushi restaurant, but the affordability of Pokiland cannot be beat. Not to mention the capability to see the ingredients before even building your own bowl. There is always the brief moment of hesitation when it comes to ordering raw fish served buffet-style, but the restaurant is clean and extremely cautious handling the food. It is also deeply satisfying to create your own masterful combination of flavors and try something different each time. Typically I do not roll over for sushi or wrap myself up in the trend, but I could never turn down an entree from Pokiland.
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What’s the hype ? There are two common places people go to unwind and have fun: a bar and an arcade. Now that Dave and Buster’s is open in Fresno, students have access to a sports bar, arcade and restaurant all in one. After its grand opening Monday, Dave and Buster’s provides a fun place to “Eat, Drink, Play, Watch,” as the restaurant’s motto says. What’s the cost? Dave and Buster’s can put a hole in your pocket if you’re buying drinks, game play cards and a meal. But if you take advantage of their weekday specials and happy hours, the restaurant can be a cheap and fun source of entertainment. Happy hour includes half price cocktails, $2.50 domestic pints, $1 off 22 ounce drafts, $1 off glasses of wine and $3 off bottles of wine. Check out the happy hour/ specials calendar. Where is it? If you exit the northbound highway 41 on Friant Road, you’ll see the giant Dave and Buster’s sign illuminated on the right, about six miles away from campus. The restaurant is conveniently located near the River Park shopping center. Worth it? Dave and Buster’s might be one of the most exciting restaurant chains to come to Fresno. It has something for the foodie, the gamer, the sports fan and the beer enthusiast. Since it just opened, Dave and Buster’s is going to be super busy, but the wait to get in is totally worth the Uber ride there.
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The voter registration deadline is Oct. 24 VOTE! from Page 1 It’s true that the unfavorability of Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democrat candidate Hillary Clinton are at record highs. But if helping decide the next four years of American life isn’t enough to get voters registered and to the voting booths, remember – there are several other things on the ballot that warrant consideration, and young people should take note. “Right now, older people vote more frequently than younger people. So politicians only really worry about keeping older voters happy,” said Dr. Thomas Holyoke, a political science professor who specializes in American politics. “If younger voters want to be taken seriously, you must give politicians a very personal reason to care – like keeping their job.” And it isn’t just about who’s going to be in the White House. “More importantly, votes on ballot propositions and votes for offices like Fresno City Council tend to be low-turnout. So single votes make a bigger difference,” Holyoke said. “More importantly, I think, voting makes a person more invested in the smooth functioning of our democratic system. You become a stakeholder in society.” Dr. Lisa Bryant, a political science professor who specializes in voter behavior, campaigns and elections, said there are a lot of important issues on the ballot besides the president, and there are likely some things that everyone has an opinion about. In local races, Mayor Ashley Swearengin is termed out, and two candidates are vying for Fresno’s top spot. Neither is a stranger to Fresno government.
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school facilities; charter schools and vocational education facilities; and California community colleges facilities. Ishaq Ali is in the Fresno State student government, Associated Students, Inc., as the senator for the College of Social Sciences. He said this election is a chance to prove Millennial voices do matter. “For the first time in history, the Millennial generation – our generation – has surpassed Baby Boomers in population size. If young people make the effort to educate themselves and vote, we have the opportunity to make real change at the local, state and national levels,” Ali said. The answer isn’t to sit out the election in protest, but to voice approval or disapproval with votes. “People are disillusioned by our leaders because they do not believe they represent us. Therefore, they do not
vote, creating a vicious cycle that feeds their distrust in government,” Ali said. “In theory, if every eligible voter voted, our government will more accurately reflect the electorate and people’s trust in government would be redeemed.” Even though many young people feel that their voices go unheard, or that the government doesn’t represent them, or they’re mad that Clinton defeated Bernie Sanders to claim the nomination, Ali said nothing will change if young people don’t participate. “I understand people’s disillusionment with this presidential election, but local and state elections are the real driving force of our democracy,” Ali said. “If you want to see real change in Fresno and California, educate yourselves on the propositions and vote on those at the very least.” Students who wish to vote in the election have to reg-
"For the first time in history, the Millennial generation – our generation – has surpassed Baby Boomers in population size. If young people make the effort to educate themselves and vote, we have the opportunity to make real change at the local, state and national level." – Ishaq Ali, Associated Students, Inc. Senator ister by Oct. 24. Registration can be done online at www. sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration. If you want to check your registration status, go to https://voterlookup. co.fresno.ca.us.
"Right now, older people vote more frequently than younger people. So politicians only really worry about keeping older voters happy. If younger voters want to be taken seriously, you must give politicians a very personal reason to care – like keeping their job." – Dr. Thomas Holyoke, Fresno State professor Fresno City Councilman Lee Brand and Fresno County Supervisor Henry Perea are going head-to-head to run the city. “For students who live in the city of Fresno, there is a very close, competitive mayor’s race,” Bryant said. “The mayor can directly influence the direction of the city in terms of attracting new business, job growth, handling issues such as homelessness and fair housing, and the development and protection of open spaces.” Aside from the presidential race, there are 17 statewide propositions and four local measures on the ballot. What’s up for grabs? Proposition 62 would abolish the death penalty in California and commute sentences for all current death-row inmates, giving them life sentences. There’s Proposition 64, which would legalize recreational marijuana use by adults 21 and over. Proposition 56 would add a $2 tax on packs of cigarettes; Proposition 57 would allow less-harsh sentences for nonviolent offenders; Proposition 60 would require porn stars to wear condoms while filming. Several items on the ballot are student-related. Proposition 55 would extend 2012’s Proposition 30 for 12 years. About 89 percent of revenue from the tax increase would go toward K-12 schools and 11 percent to state community colleges. An additional $2 billion would be allocated in certain years to Medi-Cal and other health programs. Measure X is a local $225 million bond for Fresno Unified School District. The bond aims at funding local schools on needs including: improving classrooms, career technical facilities, science labs, and technology; repairing deteriorating bathrooms, plumbing, air conditioning and wiring; removing asbestos and lead hazards; upgrading security cameras, lighting, fencing and fire safety; repairing, building, and acquiring facilities and equipment. Proposition 51 is for $9 billion in statewide bonds for new construction and modernization of K-12 public
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New Zealand national lacrosse team comes as Fresno State’s foe, leaves as friend By David Chavez @d23chavez
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Sophomore Sarah Bloise (#23) goes up against a defender from the New Zealand national team during a home game on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016.
The Fresno State Lacrosse team played host to the New Zealand national team on Tuesday night in a match resulting in a Bulldog victory 12-8. "We grew a lot as a team tonight," Giglio said. "It was a great opportunity to play a national team while they are getting ready to compete in the World Cup. We created a lot of scoring opportunities that we just need to finish."
This marks the second consecutive year New Zealand has come to Fresno and squared off against the ’Dogs. Last season, the teams met for the first time and Fresno State won 17-11. “We had this fantastic experience last year,” said New Zealand head coach Kari Jones. “It was the first time I had brought New Zealand to the United States. Fresno was really kind and generous to offer us a game.” After the match, Fresno State and New Zealand sat down to share a meal provided by the Bull-
dogs’ team. “It’s sort of a tradition I think in the United States to have a tailgate with your opposition,” Jones said. “Everyone hangs out, shares a conversation. It’s a great opportunity for the girls to share experiences about what it’s like in college life, what it’s like living in New Zealand and just sharing some of those stories.” The Fresno State lacrosse team will host its annual Alumnae Game on Oct. 29 at noon on the Soccer and Lacrosse Field.
This Week in Sports
Thursday
Friday
Volleyball v. Wyoming
Equestrian v. TCU
@ 11 a.m. Student Horse Center
@ 7 p.m. Save Mart Center
Soccer v. Colorado College
@ 2 p.m. Colorado Springs
Swimming & Diving v. TBA @ 4 p.m. Stockton
Saturday
Volleyball v. Colorado State
Sunday
Soccer v. Air Force
@ 1 p.m. Save Mart Center
@ 10:30 a.m. USAF Academy
Football v. Utah State @ 7:30 p.m. Logan, Utah
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2016
Name: Taylor Slover Sport & Position: Volleyball, Middle Blocker Year & Major: Sophomore, Math Hometown: Visalia, California
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By David Chavez @d23chavez
Taylor Slover was chosen as the Top Dog of the week because of her performance against Boise State on Saturday. Slover had 8 kills and contributed 9 points in the ’Dogs 3-0 loss. DC: How long have you been playing volleyball? TS: Since freshman year of high school. So like five or six years. DC: That’s it? TS: Yeah, I just started when I was a freshman. DC: What made you want to start? TS: When I came to high school, I wanted to be a three-sport athlete. So it was either cross country or volleyball. I was tall, so I was like, ‘I might as well play volleyball.’ DC: What other sports did you play?
TS: I played softball and basketball. And my senior year, I did track, but my whole life I did soccer and dance. It was fun. DC: What sport would you be playing if you weren’t playing volleyball? TS: Softball for sure. Softball was my No. 1 growing up until I met my high school coach in volleyball. She was amazing. That’s what made me want to stay in volleyball. DC: What’s one of the funniest things that happened with the team? TS: One time – you know that big tunnel thing – Lauren Torres likes to do a moshpit; one time she tripped and ate it so hard. It was so funny. She just like dove on the floor. It was right before a game. DC: What are your plans for after you graduate? TS: Maybe start my career or continue playing volleyball if I could. That would be flippin’ awesome. DC: And if you’re not playing volleyball? TS: Right now probably teaching math or
being a professor or something. That would be sick. That’s right now, but that could change. DC: You’ve been getting more playing time recently. What has that been like? TS: I just like to help the team win. Even though we went 1-1 this weekend, I just like to win. If I’m off the court and we win, I’m happy. If I’m on the court and we lose, I’m like ‘dang.’ But if I’m off the court and we lose, then I get sad. I just hate losing. DC: How do you prepare for every game? TS: Sometimes I listen to worship music. Sometimes I read my book. I don’t really get ‘hyped.’ I like to be with God. DC: Do you have a favorite artist to listen to? TS: Lecrae. He’s my favorite artist of all time. Honestly, he is. Lecrae is a legend. He sometimes gets played during our warmup songs. I love Lecrae. DC: What’s the hardest thing about volleyball?
TS: I think just the time it takes away from school, your studies. It really is a lot of dedication and commitment. You can have a job, but is your job texting you, ‘Don’t forget this, don’t forget that. Make sure you have this’? Even when we’re not [practicing or playing], we still have things we have to do like grade reports and journals. Probably the fact that you have to be so dedicated that it takes a lot of time especially during the season when we travel a lot. DC: What does it mean to you to be a Bulldog? TS: I like being a Bulldog because I came from a school where the mascot was the ‘Redskins’ and [the name] got taken away from us. I couldn’t imagine being anything else besides a Redskin because I loved being a Redskin and what it stands for for all those people. But then becoming a Bulldog, I can’t imagine being a Redskin anymore. Being a Bulldog means building a community. It represents toughness and never giving up.
Academics earn Vazquez a spot as Campbell Trophy semifinalist By Daniel Gligich @ DanielGligich
Starting senior left guard Jacob Vazquez was named a semifinalist for the 2016 William V. Campbell Trophy, which honors a football player for his academic success, football performance and exemplary community leadership. The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame announced 156 semifinalists for the prestigious award. Every school can nominate one athlete who is a senior or graduate student and has at least a 3.2 GPA. It is required the nominee have strong leadership and citizenship as well as outstanding football ability. Vazquez is in graduate school working on a Master of Arts in Education; he already graduated with a 4.0 GPA in agricultural business. “It’s an honor,” Vazquez said. “I work hard at my school work, so to get recognition is a humbling experience.” According to Vazquez, the whole team
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Starting senior left guard Jacob Vazquez (#75).
deserves recognition, not just him. “There’s a lot of guys on this team that really care a lot about their academics as well as their athletic career, so hopefully that reflects well on the team,” Vazquez said. The NFF will announce 12 to 14 finalists on Nov. 1. Each finalist will be given
an $18,000 postgraduate scholarship and honored on Dec. 6 in New York City at the 59th annual NFF awards dinner. The winner will be given a postgraduate scholarship of $25,000 along with a 25-pound bronze trophy of a football player. He said if he wins the scholarship he would use the money to continue his edu-
cation beyond Fresno State. Vazquez played for Butte Junior College before walking onto the Bulldogs football team in 2014, later earning a scholarship. The past two seasons he was named to the Mountain West Scholar-Athlete team. Former winners of the Campbell Trophy include Peyton Manning and Tim Tebow.