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October 8, 2009 Volume 90: Issue 3 BYUH Campus News The Leader
Haunted Lagoon opens at PCC 12 Father Damien Sainthood granted
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Obama Peers reflect his presidency’s intentions
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One of the volunteers at the Polynesian Cultural Center’s Haunted Lagoon creeps through the foliage towards unsuspecting visitors. Photo courtesy PCC
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JORDAN FLAKE editor-‐in -‐c h ie f
AMANDA HANSEN art director
ryan bagley photo e ditor
LEEANN LAMBERT advisor
Copy Editors Sa m A k in ak a Jok k e Kok k on e n La n e a M ille r Ga brie ll S abalon e s
podcasters Chris Manning Brian Poppleton Keith Borgholthaus William Babcock
Marketing Melody Ch ian g L Bl ak e B ax te r
art & graphics Rachel Au Ieong Kent Carrollo
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News Updates: China Club Celebration, TESOL Certifi -‐ cate, HealthCare, etc.
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Update: So You Think You Can Sing? Follow our finalists.
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International Candies: What’s your favorite, and what do you have to do to get it?
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PCC provides Haunted Lagoon after last year’s smash hit.
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Politics and Opinion: Do Obama’s advisors represent his intentions?
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Beautiful Women’s Club Women of all shapes, sizes, and colors, have a place to meet together each week to form friendships and have their voices heard. The Beautiful Women’s Club is in full swing for Fall. Photo by Nathan Williams.
New TESOL certificate open to all majors The TESOL Department has created a new certificate program, giving not just TESOL majors, but all majors the opportunity to be eligible to teach English to non-English speakers. See Mark James for information.
Past BYUH business plan competition winners up & running Brett Lee’s moped rental business at Turtle Bay has become one of two shops that rents out Segways, and Benson Massey is inches from opening up an office in India for his travel agency.
President mentions LDS health care as model In his high profile speech to a joint session of Congress on Sept. 15, President Obama mentioned Intermountain Health Care, the health care system originally started by the LDS Church.
Chinese Club hosts three-day festival More than 60 students gathered to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, which began Oct. 1, 1949.
President Obama said it is one of the role models that members of Congress should look to as they try to figure out how to reform the nation’s health care system. The speech was part of Obama’s effort to achieve his top domestic policy, which is reforming the health care system. In his speech, Obama said, “We have long known that some places—like the Intermountain Healthcare in Utah or the Geisinger Health System in rural Pennsylvania—offer high-quality care at costs below average.” The President singled out Intermountain because they are the health care provider that cares for the residents of Utah and because, nationwide, Utah has the lowest health care cost. Today, Intermountain Health Care is a continuation of what was initially started by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In his general address to the Relief Society on Sept. 26, President Henry B. Eyring recounted this history. He told of how the Lord, through his prophet, counseled that “his priesthood servants could hand the trust of maintaining and building that powerful instrument for good to others, and so the church gave away its marvelous hospital system.” This gift to the community resulted in the “non-profit organization” called Intermountain Healthcare. From its beginning until today, members of the Board of Trustees at Intermountain Healthcare serve without pay. -‐ H E M A L O T O
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SO YOU THINK YOU CAN
SING Semifinals of BYUH’s So You Think You Can Sing are finished and six of the original ten competitors remain, but only one will be named 2009’s winner. Four official judges and several student judges voted for who should move on in competition. Dallin Coburn from Nevada; Irish Lugo from the Philippines; Chantal Mortensen from California; Nathan Fuluvaka from Laie; Sami Simpson from Utah; and Sarah Taylor from Utah; will participate in the finals on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 9 p.m. in the CAC. Out of 50 students who auditioned, 10 were chosen to compete in front of hundreds of students in the Cannon Activities Center Friday, Oct. 2. The four students who participated but did not make the finals were Keith Marcelino from the Philippines; Megan Saxey from Kentucky; Art Saowichit from Thailand; and Andrew Monahan from Pennsylvania. Freshman Jeff Geddes from Washington was the announcer for the night. Each contestant was first required to perform a Michael Jackson song and then allowed to sing a song of their choice for Friday’s show. Irish sported a
sleek leather jacket and All-Star sneakers for her rendition of Jackson’s “Billie Jean”; Nathan emerged to sing “I Want You Back” with a curly afro, a gold vest, and a profusion of energy that permeated the audience. Other Jackson-inspired acts included Andrew’s mix of singing, dancing, and beat boxing during “Smooth Criminal” and Chantal’s deep, calming, version of “I’ll Be There”. In the second round, Dallin played piano and sang James Morrison’s “Wonderful World” crisply and soulfully. Art chose N*SYNC’s “Pop” because he “wanted everyone to know how much he loves America.” Sarah selected a piece from the Broadway musical Wicked, which Jeff followed by saying he “got the same chills [when he saw the play performed] in New York and Seattle.” Although tears were shed after the final tally was made known, none of the competitors will quit singing anytime soon. Megan Saxey told the crowd in her introduction video, “I sing everywhere I go. . . I’m sure my neighbors hate me.” Keith Marcelino poignantly asserted, “Oftentimes, words are not enough.”
Semifinalists are Left top to bottom: Art Saowichit, Dallin Coburn, Sami Simpson, Nathan Fuluvaka, and Keith Marcelino. Right top to bottom: Sarah Taylor, Chantel Mortensen, Andrew Monahan, Irish Lugo, and Megan Saxey. Photos by Ryan Bagley.
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President Wheelwright gave all of the BYU-Hawaii students coins at devotional on Sept. 29. This commemorative coin is to help students better focus on conforming their learning to the standards and patterns of the church. Photo by Aissa Mitton
ing your own learning to the standards and pattern that a loving Father in Heaven has revealed through His prophets.” The words Aloha, Atonement, Love, and Obedience are inscribed on one side with After his devotional talk on the importance the Laie temple. The “A” is a reminder of the of education, President Steven C. Wheelwright passed out commemorative coins to all Atonement. The “L” represents the need to love God and our fellow beings. The “O” in attendance on Sept. 29. “We hope that this commemorative stands for the need of obedience to receive coin… will help you better focus on conform- blessings. The “HA” represents the breath of
Students receive BYUH AL OH A c o i n s
CA M P U S C O M M E NT : W H A T
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CAMAS, WASHINGTON
“I’ll probably lose it so I’m going to make it into a magnet so I can always see it.”
JESUS ALVAREZ -‐ I B M COL. JUAREZ, MEXICO SENIOR
“I’m probably going to send it later in the semester to my non-member mom.”
life, or eternal life. On the other side of the coin is inscribed the university’s motto and its founding date to remind students of BYUH’s heritage. The motto, “Enter to learn, go forth to serve,” is also inscribed for the purpose of reminding students to learn both about spiritual and academic things, and to bless the lives of others after they finish their education.
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WILL YOU DO WITH THIS COIN NOW?
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“I’m going to carry it around like my temple recommend because I love the symbolism of the coin.”
“I have a similar one from both the military and my mission. I’m going to put it on my desk so that I can see it often.”
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Campus Racquetball courts op e n wit h n e w f l o o r BYU-Hawaii’s racquetball courts were recently the recipients of an unexpected surplus: varnish. During the revarnishing of the Aloha Center Ballroom, it became clear that there would be plenty of extra varnish leftover. Supervisor Mike Apo, who is in charge of the racquetball courts, was approached by those in charge of the Ballroom’s revarnishing, “They said, ‘Hey let us do the floors in the racquetball courts.” Apo emphasized that the racquetball courts were not in a state of disrepair, but simply that the timing could not have worked out better. Apo explains, “It was in need of a good revarnish job, so it kind of came in handy.” Moema Matsoso, an accounting major from Johannesburg, South Africa, knows the BYUH racquetball courts well as he is one of its frequent users. Matsoso said he enjoys playing racquetball because “it’s a great cardio workout. You run a lot . . . lots of short sprints.” When asked how he felt about the quality of the racquetball courts, he responded, “I think the facilities are pretty good . . . maybe just upgrade their racquets since they’re pretty old.” The racquetball courts are located behind the Old Gym and are available Mondays to Fridays from 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. and are closed Saturdays and Sundays. To make reservations for the racquetball court, contact the issue room at 675-3766. -‐ J E S S I E
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Jane Jung, sophomore in accounting from South Korea, sits at the Kahuku Grill. Photo by Nathan Williams
Kahuku grill New p l a ce to r el a x, ha ng o ut, a nd ea t g o o d f o o d Students and community members on the North Shore have a new place to relax, hang out, and eat plenty of good food: Kahuku Grill. This new restaurant, locally owned and operated by Art Hannemann and family, is at the Kahuku Sugar Mill Factory Plaza. Hannenmann is president of the BYUH 1st Stake. Despite having just opened its doors on Sept. 23, 2009, Hannemann already has big aspirations for his restaurant. “Have you ever eaten at In-N-Out Burger on the mainland?” asked Hannemann. “That’s the kind of burger we’re going for.” And after only a short period of time after opening their doors, feedback shows that they are already reaching their goals. “[Kahuku Grill’s] burgers are better [than In-N-Out burgers],” said Jenni Hannemann (who claims no familial bias). She moved here to the North Shore from Arizona, a state with 15 In-N-Out Burgers. “We get people from all over
coming to our place . . . locals, tourists, students. We’re always seeking feedback and so far it’s been pretty good,” said Art Hannemann. Hannemann said they have three goals: “Low prices, quality food, and a lot of it.” There are three “signature items” on their menu: Flavored pancakes for $2.99, cheeseburger with fries and a drink for $5.25, and a garlic and coconut shrimp plates for $9.99. In addition, they have a variety of other meals to choose from: veggie burgers, egg scramlettes, fish ‘n’ chips, teri chicken and kalbi plates, loco mocos, and mixed plates, served with rice, salad, and fruit. “Whoa, that’s good,” said Ashley N-K, a Hawaiian student majoring in political science, after being told about the food and prices offered at Kahuku Grill. “I’ll have to make my way over there someday.” It is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. or later. -‐ J E S S E Go online to Ke a l a ka i . by uh . e d u for fu r t he r info r m at io n.
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FEasting on the word O c t ob e r 2 0 0 9 G ener a l C o n ference Students at BYU-Hawaii were among the millions who watched or listened to the 2009 October General Conference. Church members worldwide heard LDS General Authorities bear testimony about the truthfulness of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and speak on subjects such as discipleship, Christ’s love, and serving others daily. President Thomas S. Monson When asked about speaks at conference in Salt his feelings on General ConferLake City. Photos from lds.org ence, Art Saowichit, senior in interdisciplinary studies from Thailand, said, “I like conference because its like breakfast in bed, as in I am able to feast upon the words of Christ straight from the comfort of my room. I liked President
Uchtdorf’s talk on Saturday because what he said about being a better disciple of Christ really hit me. I know what I am supposed to be doing as a member of the church, but the reminder that I got from him is motivation to do better when I’m not doing my best.” Elder David A. Bednar, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, spoke on becoming more diligent in sharing our love with those we care about and being more willing to share our testimonies both by word, and by the way we live our lives. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland spoke plainly and straightforwardly about the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. “I just appreciate how he puts it all straightforward and gives everything he has into what he speaks about,” said Jessica Davis, junior in special education major from California. “I was really touched by President Monson’s priesthood session talk when he said, ‘Anger solves nothing, it builds nothing, but it can destroy anything.’ It is so true, and he is just so inspiring,” said Cody Teeples, sophomore in business from Arizona. Teeples served his mission in Chile, and said he was very excited to hear about a new temple being built there. From the announcement of new temples being built, to the inspiring words spoken, students said they felt uplifted and inspired. Nick Beste, junior in IDS with an emphasis in music education from Arizona, said, “It was much needed at this time in my life.” -‐ A S H L E N
QUIRANTE
C ou n s e lin g C o r n e r : M a i n taining s t udent co nfident ialit y We all have been in a position where another has confided in us their deepest emotions and most intimate thoughts. I am sure you felt this information entrusted to you was to be kept confidential at all costs. In doing so you increased and strengthened your friendship. Being entrusted with such confidences is a great responsibility. At Student Counseling Services on campus, we regard the information shared by students at the center to be a sacred trust. If we are to be effective, then all details must be kept in great confidence. As part of our professional code of ethics, we must keep all information
related to us confidential. Our professional license requires that we have policies and protocols in place to ensure confidentiality. If we are to have any kind of reputation of being worthy of students’ trust, then we must guard all information shared with us from the public view. The information and details we posses are never shared with spouses, families, friends, Office of Honor nor the university administration. If the student wishes to include a spouse or a bishop in the counseling process, then written permission is obtained first from the student. However, even this permission
is time limited and usually expires after six months or a year. The records we keep are under lock and key and/or electronically isolated from the rest of the university network. After seven years all records are destroyed. The only circumstances where we are obligated by law to break confidentiality is when the information reveals sexual abuse of a child or a student is planning to do someone bodily harm. If you come to the Student Counseling Center, please know you can work with us in full confidence and that your trust in us will always be honored and held sacred. -‐ C O U N S E L I N G
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Licorice and mint chocolates from Finland are two sweets enjoyed in Scandinavia that can’t be found in Hawaii. Photo by Jokke Kokkonen
It ’ s n o t j u s t c a n d y -‐ it ’ s a n a dv ent ur e
limited to those they acquire from trips to home, whether home is Argentina or Zimbabwe. Lucas Alves, a senior EXS major, recently returned from his home in Sao PauImagine a lollipop ready to stop traffic. lo, Brazil. Whenever he goes back to Brazil, “The colored balls go from red to he said, he gets a “big, fat package of Sonho yellow to green,” said Amanda Luke, a fresh- de Valsa [‘Waltz Dream’],” a chocolate and man majoring in ICS from Portland, Ore. wafer bonbon with a creamy cashew filling. “It’s like you’re eating a traffic light. It tastes Da Jung Kim, too, enjoys picking like mango and lime, I think.” How did Luke up her favorite candy when she goes back get a hold of this creative confection called to her native Korea. The senior in accountSemaforo? “I got it from a Mexican immiing said, “My favorite candy is mock candy grant,” she said, smiling. – mock is Korean for “neck.” It tastes like Semaforo, Luke said, means traffic medicine and mint. It makes me feel fresh!” light in Spanish. It figures. Unfortunately for Alves, Kim, and For BYU-Hawaii students, the other foreign students, delicacies and delights variety of foreign sweets and goodies is often from home are not readily available at local
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supermarkets. Laie’s Foodland, for instance, may have an ethnic food section, but the selection is limited to canned refried beans and packaged noodles, lacking in such treats as paleta de tamarindo, a favorite of Diana Morales of Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico. “Paleta de tamarindo has the tamarind fruit in it. It’s sweet, but it’s a little salty at the same time. We Mexicans like chili, lemons, and salt. That’s our candy,” said the senior studying IBM and HTM. The paleta is an ice pop found in Latin American countries. However, maybe not all exotic treats are so out of reach. According to Keith Borgholthaus, a junior majoring in history from Yakama, Wash., some Native American tribes chew treesap. “They chew it like gum… well, that’s where you get modern day gum, anyway. You have to chew it for several minutes before you get the flavor. They’d just walk by a tree and grab the sap and say, ‘Okay, start chewing.’” -‐ J O K K E
KOKKONEN
oahu beach safety Students encouraged to enjoy beach time while taking precautions Oahu’s beaches are some of the most beautiful in the entire globe! Students are encouraged to take advantage of living so close to the shore and frequent the shore often. Certain precautions should be taken, however, to ensure safety when attending the beach. Most everyone on campus has had a run-in with the Portugese Man o’ Wars, more commonly referred to as the “blue bubbles” which populate the water by the thousands. Venom filled tentacles an average of 10 meters dangle below the small invertebrate’s air bladders. Man o’ War stings can cause severe pain to humans, although it usually subsides within an hour or two. Ty Ralston, a freshman IBM major, describes being stung as “a slow shock, a creeping pain that intensified in annoyance. Then you’d realize it was gone and it would start back again.” Stings can also lead to allergic reactions, however, and on rare occasions fever, shock, and interference with heart and lung action. Avoid beaches with frequent Man o’ War sightings and never touch one on purpose. If stung, the best treatment is simply to soak in salt water and follow it with hot water on the affected area. Application of vinegar is not recommended, according to aloha.com. Bonfires on the beach not contained in an authorized fire pit have always been banned in Laie, although the law has not usually been enforced. Due to complaints from the community, though, the police have
been buckling down. Fires can cause accidents with coals that remain hot for hours and nails from palettes used for firewood. Anyone caught with a bonfire risks arrest. Camping on the beach without a permit is also illegal. Permits are free and issued at any Satellite City Hall.
“Bonfires on the beach...banned in Laie.” Also, especially as winter is approaching, Oahu’s large waves and powerful currents can be dangerous for even the most experienced of swimmers. Websites like www. oceansafety.soest.hawaii.edu post up-to-date beach hazard forecasts to inform beachgoers of the water conditions. Swim near a lifeguard when possible. Lastly, be sure to use common sense when attending the beaches. Steer clear of the reef, do not go to the beach alone at night, and always swim with a friend! -‐ A M Y
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Top: Playing in the surf at Hukilau beach can be fun but also dangerous. Middle: Maverick Mitton holds a blue bubble, whose long tentacles can wrap around your arms and legs causing sting. Bottom: Bonfires on the beach not contained in an authorized fire pit have always been banned in Laie. Photos by Aissa Mitton
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FATHER DAMIEN-‐MOLOKAI
Riley Moffat, BYU-Hawaii’s head of reference at the library, visited the leper settlement of Kalaupapa, Molokai, where famed Father Damien lived and died serving the people there. Moffat went with the Mormon Pacific History Society in 2007. Speaking about the canonization of Father Damien, Moffat said, “The LDS community is very supportive of the Catholic decision to canonize Father Damien. We recognize the many great works he performed and the sacrifices he made to serve the people.” Father Damien de Veuster was a Catholic priest from Belgium who dedicated much of his life and service to the islands of Hawaii from 1863 to 1889. He was particularly known for his dedication to the island of Molokai in the Kingdom of Hawaii, where the government allowed medical quarantine for those afflicted with leprosy. Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is spread by direct person-to-person contact, although not easily transmitted. It can cause skin lesions and lead to blindness. Eleven elderly Hawaii leprosy patients will be traveling 12,000 miles to the
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Vatican to watch as the Catholic Church canonizes Father Damien on Oct. 11, said the Associated Press. Dr. Kalani Brady, their physician, said recently that the trip to Rome will be an “energy-laden” voyage for many of his patients. “They’re going to see their personal saint canonized,” said Brady, 53, who is going with the group to Rome. It’s “incredibly important, ... personal for them,” he said.
The reverence for Damien transcends religious sects, Brady said, noting that one 84-year-old making the trip is a member of the LDS Church. “He’s bound to a wheelchair, he’s completely blind. So it’s important enough for him to go, despite the hurdles which he has to overcome,” Brady said. According to Catholicism, one must perform two posthumous, after-death miracles
to become a saint. The appeal to canonize him began in 1995. In 1999, a Honolulu woman was diagnosed with cancer, but overcome it in an unusually short amount of time. She attributed her miraculous healing to Father Damien, as she went to pray to him at Kalaupapa to heal her when she was first diagnosed. Pope John Paul II eventually confirmed the event as Father Damien’s second miracle, and a ceremony in honor of
the canonization will be held next month. After he arrived on Molokai, Father Damien assisted the people in building homes, schools, a water system, and their hope and faith in God. Mark James, chairman of the ELT Department at BYUH, also took the one-day tour of the settlement a couple years ago. He said, “The thing that impressed a lot of us is that we were seeing the work of the
man who gave everything to the cause [of service].” Father Damien was diagnosed with leprosy 12 years after he arrived and died five years later on April 15, 1889 at the age of 49. Today, numerous schools, museums and memorials throughout the islands of Hawaii are named in honor of Father Damien, such as Father Damien High School of Honolulu. -‐ A S H L E N
QUIRANTE AND THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Inset: A black and white picture of Father Damien while serving in Kalaupapa from 1863 to 1889. Above: Father Damien’s grave near the church he built in Kalaupapa. Photo by LeeAnn Lambert OCTOBER 8, 2009
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William Mahoni, renowned Polynesian artist, and his crew have worked hard to make the Haunted Lagoon the best Halloween attraction on Oahu. “Come to the Lagoon early because we are expecting a large amount of people this year,” Mahoni advised BYUHawaii students. Starting Oct. 2, guests can once again experience the annual Haunted Lagoon. The attraction puts a modern twist on Halloween with a cross between a boat ride and a haunted house, staffed with over one hundred volunteers. Since last year’s event was such a success, a bigger budget has been set for the project. James Dong, hospitality and tourism major and senior at BYUH, has been working at the Haunted Lagoon since the beginning of summer term. As a marketing intern at PCC, he has a first-hand account of the hard work that has gone into the project. “This year is going to much bigger than last year because there has been more preparation
and a higher budget,” Dong said. He, along with others, has spent time redesigning the various aspects of the ride. If people liked the lagoon last year, they will be impressed by the newer various props, visual effects, and costumes, said Dong. The Haunted Lagoon is highly anticipated by many BYUH, especially those who attended last year. “I am totally going this year,” said Jennifer Johnson, a senior in biology from Wyoming. A word of caution: the Haunted Lagoon has been known to scare even the bravest of souls. “They really did a good job last year. I was really spooked – I am definitely going again,” said Kari Fowler, a senior from Canada majoring in pre-professional biology. The Haunted Lagoon is open four days a week – Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The Lagoon is open from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. during the month of October.
A costumed lagoon volunteer brews up a scare for passing visitors.
The Haunted Lagoon Polynesian Cultural Center Monday, Wednesday,Friday & Saturday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. All October
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CAUTION: THE HAUNTED LAGOON HAS BEEN KNOWN TO SCARE EVEN THE BRAVEST OF SOULS BYUH students Frank Iosia and Christina Sum take a ride the Haunted Lagoon canoe jumping at the what’s around each bend. Photos courtesy of PCC
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Sports Cheerleading for school spirit
The other group, trained in gymnastics or cheerleading, perform stunts and tumbling. There are more men on the squad than in previous years. Takeshi Ikeda, a freshman in intercultural communication studies from To“One World. One School. One team,” is the kyo, Japan, said he wanted to make memories of BYUH by being involved in something. motto of the BYU-Hawaii Spirit Squad. This year’s squad, consisting of students from Through this team he will be able to satisfy his desire to dance, he said. seven different countries, had only three During half time, the squad will be returning members and the rest have been cheering on the men’s and women’s basketselected this fall. ball teams at both home and away games. “The new members bring new Squad captain Chelsey Carrington ideas and new flavor to the team,” said squad said, “My goal is to get the crowd involved captain Donika Byng. The team is split up into two differ- and cheering the team to victory.” -‐ N I C O L E H A M I T O N ent groups. Most of the dancers who do the technical dance section are trained in ballet.
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Tina Moen leads women’s softball team A year ago, a player from Japan stepped up to bat at Chaminade University’s baseball field. Playing against BYU-Hawaii in a tournament, the batter managed to get a piece of a Seasider’s pitch, driving it deep down the right field line. Tina Moen took off after the ball. Then, as she drew near, she lunged for it, her arm extended and glove spread open. Her leap carried her off the grass, over the foul line, and onto the gravel track. The crowd went wild. Her glove closed over the ball in mid air, just before she hit the dirt. Tina Moen, a senior in ICS, became a Seasider just last year. She grew up in Rio Linda, Calif., with her parents and one older brother, whom she describes as “her inspiration and her life.” She made friends with some Latter-day Saint kids in high school and was eventually introduced to Robbie Limary, senior in social work at BYU Hawaii, who became one of her best friends. Moen had no idea that she would attend the same “Mormon college” as him, she said. Moen was playing softball at Sierra College in California, working in a management position for a skin care product company, and had gotten her associate’s degree. She had been trying to pick a culturally diverse campus where she could pursue a bachelor’s degree and play softball. Many of her searches yielded results linked to articles about BYUH. One day she got a phone call from Limary, telling her that the Lady Seasider’s coach was looking for an outfielder. Taking the opportunity, she flew out three weeks later. Moen remembers feeling very pleased with her decision.
Tina Moen, senior in ICS from California, became a Seasider last year. She found out about BYUH from a friend. Photo by Ryan Bagley
Some things, she admits, were difficult to get used to. Unlike school in California where the Latter-day Saint students were the minority, BYUH was the complete opposite. “Many of the new standards I adopted when I chose to come here took some getting used to, but I feel like I’ve developed more open-mindedness because of it,” stated Moen. “I truly believe that everybody is here for a reason and that there are no mistakes...I’m going to take [knowledge] with me...not just the academic kind, but knowledge of the Church and the Book of Mormon, and great memories too,” she said. -‐ B L A K E
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Politics Obama’s p e e r s r e f l e c t pre si de n c y ’ s in te n tion s President Obama’s critics accuse him of being a Marxist who is trying to change the United States into a Socialist country, because of the people he surrounds himself with. This accusation has grown louder, lately, after the revelation that Obama’s Green Jobs Advisor has a radical past. This is a sensitive issue, but because of its direct relevance to us, it is something we must confront in an effort to seek out truthfulness. The accusation gives rise to a major question: Are the people we choose to surround ourselves with always a reflection of the value and beliefs we hold dear? The attempt to associate Barack Obama with Marxism, Socialism and Communism can be traced back to the 2008 Presidential campaign trail: the fuel for these accusations was Obama’s alleged ties to Bill Ayers and Reverend Jeremiah Wright. Obama’s campaign put these claims in the back seat by calling them the opposition playing dirty politics, but these labels are back, and have been the focus of much discussion recently, after more information has surfaced about the history of Obama’s advisors. BILL AYERS is a member of the Weather Underground Organization, a radical group that claimed responsibility for bombing different locations in the U.S. between 1970 and 1974. He is now a professor of education at the University of Illinois-Chicago. Obama and Ayers were in the same committee for a group against poverty for at least three years, yet Obama claimed he does not know Ayers.
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REVEREND JEREMIAH WRIGHT was Obama’s pastor in Chicago for over 20 years, and preached from the pulpit that he believed that the 9/11 terrorist attack, among other things, were plotted by the U.S. government. He also told his congregation that, rather than singing “God Bless America,” they should sing “God Damn America” because of the role of the U.S. in the world today. On the surface, these sermons led to Obama distancing himself from the pastor saying he does not and never did endorse his views. VAN JONES is a self-proclaimed Communist, and, like Reverend Wright, believes the 9/11 terrorist attack was a government set-up. He also made the claim that “white polluters and the white environmentalists” are “steering poison into the people of the colored community”, a claim that drew a lot of fire from critics, and subsequently led to his resignation from his post as Green Jobs Advisor to the President. VALERIE JARRETT is a Senior Advisor and Assistant to President Obama and President for Intergovernmental Affairs and Public Engagement at the White House. Jarrett is also a close friend of the Obama’s and has known them for more than 20 years. She also has connections to Bill Ayers and other radicals that critics cite as evidence that she has radical ambitions as well. Because of these ties and beliefs held by high profile people at the White House, is it then valid to claim that Obama has the same view as these people, and is therefore trying to implement these views through the policies he is creating? Especially after he’s known and worked with them for quite some time?
Protesters hold up a stylized poster of President Barack Obama when he attended a Democratic Party fund raiser in Beverly Hills, Calif., earlier this year. Photo by the Associated Press
There is enough evidence to suggest that President Obama may hold the same view as radicals around him, but in order for this argument to be fully validated, more evidence is needed. Because of this possibility, we must therefore stay alert. Be critical of the President. Analyze his policies, such as health care reform, green job movement, financial bailout, auto bailout, and others, to see if they would lead us to Communism. Some argue that being critical of the President will not benefit anyone. However, the president brings these attentions upon himself because of the people he chooses to surround himself with. That’s the valid question. We’d love to hear what you think. Visit our Website to share and to see our next question. -‐ H E M A L O T O
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