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B RIA N C HEUNG Staff Writer A university proposal that would up the credit cutoffs for class standings will be approved soon and launched in 2015.

The proposal was introduced to improve the university’s 4-year graduation rate. It requires undergraduate students to take a minimum of 30 credits per school year to move up to the next class standing.

According to Jan Javinar, the system’s vice president for student affairs, the proposal has not been formally approved, but each campus’ academic affairs department agreed on the credit changes. The proposal will be accepted and announced soon, and it will likely take effect Fall 2015.

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The proposal aligns with the university’s 15 to Finish campaign, which encourages students to take 15 credits per semester and graduate “on time” in four years. The university started the campaign in 2012 and has hosted events to help students plan their academic pathways.

R E F O R M I N P RO G R E S S According to Javinar, all of the vice chancellors of academic and student affairs in the system sup-

port the intent of the proposal, but they are still negotiating some of its details. These include the need to work with each campus’ records offi ce to establish new credit requirements.

Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs of Honolulu Community College Katy Ho said student affairs offi cers from each campus support the credit reform. “ We all voted to support the change and implement (in) Fall 2015 using this year to make

sure we’re looking at any impact areas and get all final vetting done,” Ho said.

Each campus will keep its current credit cutoffs this coming academic year. New students who enroll in Fall 2014 are still under the existing class standing. Those freshmen will become sophomores with a minimum of 24 credits.

At press time, clerks at the UH Mānoa Admissions Office said they have not been notified about the credit changes.

Many students already have plans on how many credits they will take.

“It’s my set plan,” Mark Failauga said. “I’m taking 12 credits in this fall because I took 6 (college credits) in high school,” adding that he took AP courses.

Failauga, who graduated from Waipahu High School, will be a freshman at UH Mānoa in Fall 2014. He plans to major in marine engineering.

He plans to take 15 credits every semester after this fall. He said he doesn’t know about the class standing plan and how it will change the current standings, but he hopes to fi nish his bachelor’s degree in four years.

Kaleo Gagne, the former student body president at Honolulu Community College said he wants the credit plan at Mānoa changed.

“I’ve been told that I need 30 credits to be a sophomore and 60 credits to be junior in HCC,” Gagne said.

That existing HCC policy, which aligns with the scheduled changes at Mānoa, has been a given for him.

Gagne graduated from HCC with the associate degree in liberal arts, and will major in political science at UH Mānoa.

As the student body president of HC C, Gagne attended the Student Caucus meeting in Spring 2014 and talked about the credit cutoffs last school year. He said he understands the proposal and will support the changes.

Vice chancellors from across the UH system voted in December to support the change in credits, and have since been researching the potential impact on the UH system.

Earlier this year, Javinar said students would need to take personal commitments and other activities into account when forming their schedules according to the new cutoffs.

“Certainly students have to assess where they are and what their life situations are and what makes sense for them, but these provide you with barometers with how much progress you’re doing,” he said in March.

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cellor has started a search for the appointment of a Vice Chancellor for Students (VCS). The VCS Search Advisory Committee will be chaired by Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Reed Dasenbrock. The committee includes students, staff, faculty, executives and community members.

Current VCS Francisco Hernandez will step down from his position and return to a faculty position. The move will be effective on August 1. The committee will recommend the finalists for the position to Chancellor Apple.

Apple will then recommend a selectee to President Lassner.

UH Mānoa’s Microrobotics team competed in the 2014 Mobile Microrobotics Challenge, part of the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation which was held in Hong Kong.

The team was able to place third in the mobility event thanks to a microrobot consisting of a small air bubble inside of a microchamber. As the surface of the microchamber is heated by a light from a laser, a force is generated which then moves the a microrobot round.

In addition to UH Mānoa, universities from Texas, France, Switzerland, Canada and South Korea attended the event.

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UH ASTRONOMER WINS AWARD R. Brent Tully, a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa astronomer, received the 2014 Fruber Foundation Cosmology Prize. Tully, who has been with the university since 1975, is one of four astronomers to win the major cosmology prize.

Tully received the award for his work in understanding the structure and evolution of the universe. His work has allowed cosmologists to examine the mature universe and work back in time.

Tully will share the $500,000 prize with Jaan Einasto (Tartu Observatory, Estonia), Kenneth Freeman (Australian National University), and Sidney van den Bergh, a retired Canadian astronomer. The prize will be awarded to the astronomers in a ceremony at Yale University on October 1.

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The nook brings fresh, casual dining to UH community Rating:

Pros: • Local ingredients • Close to campus • Variety of breakfast and lunch items Cons: • Not open in late afternoon or evenings

A BBYGAIL SADOY Contributing Writer

A nook is defined as “a small space used for a specific purpose.”

Quietly tucked in Puck’s Alley at the former location of Kiss My Grits sits The nook, neighborhood bistro.

This charming new spot is great for anyone who loves breakfast essentials and fresh local ingredients.

Conveniently located near campus, a friend and I stopped by for lunch a day after their soft opening.

ATMO S P H E R E For anyone new to the area, the bistro can be hard to fi nd. If you are walking away from campus on University Avenue and have walked past the Tropics Tap House, you’ve gone too far. As you approach the bistro, you’ll see a small outside eating area with their big sign. We were seated right away. It wasn’t too crowded, but there were a lot of people given that it had only opened the day before. It can get warm, but there are overhead fans for continuous cooling.

The inside of the bistro was clean and well lit by the overhead lights and clear window near the main entrance. The main wall consisted of two pieces of windowframed original chalk art. Although a small space, the church benches and spaced tables made it feel like a bigger area.

FOOD All food is served with fresh and local ingredients. The restaurant supports Hawai‘i farmers using local eggs, milk, produce and

meat. The bistro serves primarily breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Those that don’t usually eat breakfast or lunch at regular times can sit in or take out a healthy salad or a “not-so-classic” breakfast option.

I ordered the Malasada Breakfast Sandwich ($6.50), house-made Shinsato pork sausage layered with light and crispy fried egg, in between the soft and sweet malasada bun. The bite is bigger than a regular breakfast sandwich because of the double layer of egg. It wasn’t too greasy, and the oil from the sausage and egg didn’t overtake the taste of the malasada. This was a good mix of salty and sweet, and no fl avor overpowered another.

It was a bit small, so I still had an appetite. I thought this was a good excuse to try another dish on the menu.

Next was the Mochi Waffl es ($9.50), one full mochi waffl e topped with whipped cream, condensed milk and matcha powder.

I had never tried mochi waffl es before so I was eager to taste it.

Hands down, it was a great dish.

The chewy interior and crisp exterior was something different, but the dish itself was tasty.

Even without syrup, it was sweet enough for me without being overly sweet or plain. The matcha powder and sweetness of the milk and whipped cream gave it that cherry-on-top to an already satisfying breakfast option.

My friend ordered the Citrus Shrimp ($14), made with spicy Kaua‘i shrimp on top of a mixed salad consisting of Wai‘oli butter lettuce, orange slice, goat cheese and mint vinaigrette. Ingredients were fresh and light, and the citrus and creamy goat cheese complemented each other. The shrimp was perfectly cooked, but wasn’t too spicy. My friend liked that it was a balanced salad and nothing was too strong. The mint added to the freshness.

Overall, we agreed that The nook did an excellent job at balancing the ingredients. Nothing was overpowered, and the ingredients complemented each

other and made the dishes a delight to eat. Including the sides and baked desserts, prices range from $2.50 to $14.

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The servers here were very polite and courteous. The food didn’t take long to come out, and when it did, it was plated and given to us very nicely.

My friend and I both enjoyed our experience with The nook neighborhood bistro. Because I usually don’t eat breakfast at regular hours, it’s nice to have a place near campus that serves classic and “not-so-classic” breakfast options. The bistro isn’t open in late afternoon or in the evenings, but I’d say it’s a great setting to have a nice brunch with a few friends and have casual conversation.

Location: 1035 University Avenue Hours: Tues-Sun, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Flawed mental health policies: a lethal mistake NORTHSTARIOP / FLICKR

BR AD DELL Features Editor

Throughout the ages we have cured nearly everything, from the flu to typhoid.

Still, the United States continues to be plagued with mental illness. And with the recent deadly tragedies that have occurred at UC Santa Barbara, Seattle Pacific University and an Oregon high school just in the past month, the status of the United States’ mental health system is being questioned.

Even for college students, there are medicines and specialists available. Still, mental conditions are an unresolved issue on many campuses and for the nation.

ment for these disorders,” according to the National School Boards Association.

Clearly, mental illness is rampant in the United States. Thse untreated victims should raise red fl ags and command action.

that if a person chooses to voluntarily seek treatment, they will find themselves facing $100 to $5,000 in out-of-pocket costs. As a result, 45 percent of those who choose not to seek mental health care cite costs as the primary issue.

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When assessed by the NAMI, the United States received an overall grade of “D” for the quality of mental health care – with Hawai‘i getting a “C.” Why are we so poorly rated?

States have cut at least $4.35 billion in public mental health spending from 2009 to 2012 in their total budgets, according to the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors. In addition, the Treatment Advocacy Center says “there was one public psychiatric bed for every THE NUMBERS According to the National Alliance on 300 Americans in 1955; by 2012, that numMental Illness (NAMI), 75 million Ameri- ber was one for every 7,000.”

In many states, those involuntarily comcans cope with mental illness, and 13.6 million of them have serious conditions mitted to a mental ward are only forced to such as schizophrenia, major depression stay up to 72 hours, after which they may or bipolar disorder. Although the statistics leave, often without a referral by forensic are high, less than 50 percent of those af- psychiatrists or psychologists. Most states flicted have access to treatment. also do not have a way to ensure the former “Research indicates that approximate- patients are taking their medication, even if ly 20 percent of children and adults have they are on anti-psychotic drugs. mental health disorders, and at least 5 perMany insurance companies are also cent have severely impairing disorders. reluctant to take care of mental medical Yet only one-third of adults and one-fifth needs. The Substance Abuse and Mental of children and adolescents receive treat- Health Services Administration states

I D E A S O N T H E TA B L E U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy of Pennsylvania, a clinical psychiatrist, is pushing for a bill to give families more rights to intervene when their loved one may be a threat to themself or others. Ron Honberg of NAMI also suggests sending mental health workers with police to control psychiatric crises.

Furthermore, Arizona Congressman Ron Barber introduced the Strengthening Mental Health in Our Communities Act. The act targets the federal level by pushing for a White House Office of Mental Health Policy, a Mental Health Advisory Board, as well as increased collaboration between mental health programs and federal, state and local services.

These are not ideal or easy solutions, but their proposals show that there are options. However, even with these solutions, cost and accessibility are still issues. Our nation needs to focus on perfecting the legislation and organizations addressing the inefficient mental health system.

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Of course, change shouldn’t only occur on the national level, but on our own campus as well.

With the transitions and pressures that come with being in college, it is a natural time for many students to feel stressed. NAMI states that one in four young adults between 18 and 24 have diagnosable mental illnesses, 73 percent of whom experienced a mental health crises while living on campus. Despite this, only 34.2 percent informed their college.

NAMI also reports that suicide is the third leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 to 24. On top of that, 7 percent of college students have “seriously considered suicide.” Too many students facing thse challengs aren’t comfortable asking for help.

College is a stressful and hectic time. It is important for college students to know that there is always help available. Universities and schools should also be proactive in this discussion of mental health, and dedicate adequate time in informing their students about the type of support and resources that are accessible.

The University of Hawai‘i at Ma-noa Counseling and Student Development Centerprovides support for UH students, staff and faculty. They are located on the third floor of QLC, and their psychiatric and counseling services are confidential and free of charge.

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This isn’t what “old” usually looks like

Despite their aging stars, the Spurs are younger than they seem B LAKE T OLENTINO Web Specialist In recent years, the basketball world has scrutinized the aging San Antonio Spurs roster, waiting for the inevitable breakdown. They had no rising superstar. Their core contributors had all passed their primes, reaching ages that had so often relegated past game changers such as Vince Carter, Kenyon Martin and Chauncey Billups to bench duty and rigid roles.

They played “boring” basketball focused on efficient scoring in lieu of highlight reels. That they had made the Finals last year was a stroke of luck, more a product of Memphis upsetting Oklahoma City then the Spurs’ performance on the court. The Spurs were just old; it was only a matter of time until the whole thing fell apart.

Meanwhile, the Miami Heat

were polar opposites. They had the best player in the world in Lebron James. Their stars were mostly in their prime, Dwyane Wade’s knees notwithstanding. They played with a relentless energy that spawned a plethora of blockbuster moments.

That they had just come off of consecutive NBA Championships was proof that Miami’s investment into “The Big Three” was paying off. The Heat were rising; a three-peat seemed inevitable after the fall of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers.

Then came the 2014 NBA Finals.

Now, it’s Spurs playing with boundless energy, ambushing the hapless Heat early in the game and closing out strong to stamp out any hope their opponents had of scraping themselves off the floor. The boring Spurs basketball style has become a master class demonstration of ball movement, culminating in complex plays that have left the

two-time defending NBA champs looking lost on the court. Kawhi Leonard has kept pace with James, pestering him on defense, torching him on offense and making the highest of men seem ordinary.

Meanwhile, the usually impressive Heat have stagnated into a series of predictable isolation plays and have looked outclassed all series.

It’s an outcome that’s surprised ised many fans, but ut on closer look, k, it shouldn’t have.

T H E T RU T H ABOUT AG E Many felt that the Spurs’ age would play a sig-

nificant factor in the series, and it has. Only, it’s the Spurs youth that has been taking advantage. While the familiar faces on the Spurs are indeed elderly by NBA standards, a quick look at the Spurs roster reveals a wide range of young contributors. While Leonard has had some acknowledgment throughout the season for his continued improvement, role players like Marco Belinelli, Danny Green and Patty Mills have quietly put up an impressive season supporting the Spurs’ main weapons on the floor.

The Spurs are as deep as any other team in the league.

Meanwhile, the Heat’s roster shows a new house built upon an ancient foundation; outside of James, Wade and Chris Bosh, the only significant contributors under the age of 34 are Norris Cole and an Mario Chalmers. Despite the reputation the Spurs have been rep

saddled with in recent years, the Heat secretly plays the oldest roster in the NBA. In fact, they’re the only squad with an average age of over 30 years.

This year’s NBA Finals are more than just competition for NBA supremacy. It’s a juxtaposition of two recipes for success. Both teams have built around their core players, but in conflicting manners. Where the Heat have gone after battle-tested veterans to bring experience to a team trying to build a dynasty, the Spurs have elected to develop a rash of promising young players and rely on their stars for veteran leadership.

For now, it’s clear which strategy is paying off. While this season seems to be the last hurrah for the Heat in their current incarnation, the Spurs seem to be elevating themselves once again with a bright future ahead.

The Spurs are a lot of things, but they sure aren’t old.

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The Spurs haven’t missed the playoffs since drafting Tim Duncan (No. 21) in 1997.