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Students share results from different workout supplements, page 20 NEWS 4

Students decide between University of Kansas, Kansas State University; schools have many similarities.

OPINIONS 10

2010 Review discusses last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best movies, books, electronics, social fads and more.

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Fads, diet trends are common among students struggling to lose weight; multiple diet shows ranked.

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Popular TV show, Glee, draws attention to the importance of funding music programs in schools.

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UNAFRAID OF SPIDERS, an eighth grade student holds Bubbles, the tarantula

housed in biology teacher Robert Archibald’s classroom, during Future Crusader Day Dec. 2. Events included Mass, a speech from student body President Katie Gilbaugh, a tour of the school, sitting in on various classes and singing along to the school fight song performed by the Pep Band.

NEWS briefs NHS inducts new members Seniors Erika Demel, Victoria Gilliam, Diana Ho, Theresa Hoang, Shelby Lovegrove, Mackenzie Maki, Anthony Nickel, Michael Schlapp, Hillar y Sevart and Susan Welte and juniors Emily Abay, Emily Elving, Danielle Komp, Charles Mohr, Caroline Morales, Lauren Pfeifer, Nick Ries, Rachel Shearrer, Olivia Smith and Courtney Wells were inducted into National Honor Society Dec. 6. To be eligible to apply for NHS, students must have at least a 3.8 GPA, receive five or more faculty votes and go through an interview process.

Scholars’ Bowl Team qualifies

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The Scholars’ Bowl team took first place in 5A teams and third out of 100 teams at the qualifiers for the television show, Quest, Dec. 4 in Topeka. Those in the top 16 places qualified for the taping of the television show, which starts in January. The team consists of captain junior Jared Ojile, junior Tyler Dobbs and seniors Seamus Bann and Joey Wenberg.

Drama Department recognized The Drama Department will perform its production, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, at the Kansas State Thespian Conference in January. Four high school productions were chosen to be a part of this conference. By participating, the department also has a chance to compete in the National Thespian Conference. The production will re-open at Kapaun Mt. Carmel Jan. 17-18.

Thespians will perform ‘Hairspray’ in the spring The Drama Department’s spring play production is Hairspray. The play focuses on a teenage girl’s life during the beginning of integration during the 1960s. Auditions were held Jan. 4-5. The performances will be April 7-9 and 14-16.

Ecology club starts new program The Ecology Club will begin a new recycling program for electronics. Students are encouraged to donate old phones, iPods and MP3 players. news briefs by alyssa scott

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January

February

At the beginning of second semester, Fr. Aaron Spexarth became the new school chaplain after Fr. Ben Shockey was reassigned.

To celebrate winning Gold in the 2010 Winter Olympics, snowboarder Shaun White unveiled a new trick, the “Double McTwist” in Vancouver.

March

After months of discussion, the US House of Representatives passed the health care reform bill, even though all Republican representatives turned it down.

2010 Review illustrations by katie hand; information obtained by hillary sevart; information obtained from http://kansas.com, http://nytimes.com

April

On April 1, country singer Taylor Swift performed for a sold out crowd in Wichita’s new Intrust Bank Arena.

July

May

American Idol fans voted Lee DeWyze as the season nine winner. Judge Simon Cowell will not return for future seasons.

August

June

Thirty-two soccer teams from around the globe traveled to South Africa to compete in the 19th FIFA World Cup.

September

After months of construction, Bishop Michael Jackels dedicated the completed Coach Herm and Jackie Bachrodt Memorial Athletic Complex.

In response to the Gulf oil spill, BP Chief Executive Tony Hayward announced he was stepping down from his position effective October 2010.

October

Thirty-three Chilean miners were successfully rescued Oct. 13 after spending 69 days trapped underground. journalism.kapaun.org

During a 24-hour speed trap, Wichita police issued over 600 tickets on Rock Road. Several Kapaun Mt. Carmel students were ticketed.

November

Costumed fans eagerly awaited the midnight premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1.

December

Honors English teacher Dot Stegman retired after 23 years at KMC. Her replacement is Angie Etheridge. paladin

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Students decide between rival Kansas colleges; some choose based on tradition, others go against customs by HILLARY SEVART news editor

by HALSTEN HIGGINS staff writer Why is the University of Kansas better? To many, this is a silly question with a simple answer: because it is. From the basketball court to the football field, Jayhawks and Wildcats have competed continuously in the Sunflower Showdown. KU currently leads by 27 wins. In 100 years, KU has seen many wins against K-State. Following the 2009-2010 men’s basketball season, KU beat K-State 180-90. Wow, is that double? Could that mean KU is 100% better than K-State? I do not want to be an example of the bad sportsmanship K-State folk love to bring up so much. If I hear one more complaint about how rude KU fans are, I will have heard it the number of times KU has beat K-State, which is to say, a lot. K-State, you are a little, purple-headed child trying to live up to your better, older brother, KU, but you cannot do it. It is not your fault; just try not to cry about it anymore. Sports are not everything, at least they are not at KU. Jayhawks can be interested in anything from art, music and engineering to medicine, law and journalism. For future doctors, KU has a community-based medical school that helps supply doctors where there is a state shortage. By implementing the Campus Sustainability Plan, KU will take measures to aid its environmental, economic and social responsibilities. This progressive thinking makes KU a school worthy of notice. KU is better, but I will be humble and not say it again. Whether you root for the Jayhawks or the Wildcats, at least you are supporting a Kansas team, not some dumb Nebraska or Oklahoma team. paladin

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always talk to me about KU and we would watch the games together. My first words actually were ‘Rock Chalk, Jayhawk.’” Which is better: Blue and crimson or Senior Spencer Rotolo-Utz will major in purple and silver? Waving Wheat or Wabash- theatre at K-State next year. He chose to be a ing? Aggieville or Mass Street? Lawrence K-State fan even though the rest of his family or Manhattan? The University of Kansas or supports KU. Kansas State University? When it comes to “When I was younger, I just wanted to these questions, Kansas is divided. Though go against the grain a little bit,” Rotolo-Utz opinions of the schools can be polarizing, the said. “My whole family likes KU so I decided schools have more to like the opposite. in common than Now, my brother some fans may reand I have a nice litI actually don’t hate KU alize. tle rivalry going on. unless they are playing KEvery year, My mom just claims State. The schools just have Kapaun Mt. Carboth schools.” mel seniors choose different lifestyles and you Even though to attend either have to pick which one is a Rotolo-Utz and KU or K-State. better fit. Stockton will attend Many, following rival colleges, they family tradition, will both receive senior SPENCER have their loyalty an education from ROTOLO-UTZ chosen for them at schools ranked in birth. An example the top of the Midof this is senior Kate Stockton. Next year, west, according to the Princeton Review ColStockton will follow in the footsteps of her lege Rankings List. This is not the only thing aunts, uncles, cousins and older siblings by KU and K-State have in common. Located 84 attending KU. miles apart, KU and K-State have nearly the “I have always been a KU fan,” Stockton same amount of students enrolled. According said. “My mom is a KU fan. My mom would to the college-preparation website http:princ-

KU’s Top Majors 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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etonreview.com, KU is a little bigger, with 20,775 undergraduate students compared to K-State’s 18,230. KU and K-State have identical student to faculty ratios of 19:1. K-State Admissions Representative Bryon Williams said there are many reasons why over 18,000 students chose K-State. “Most students you will meet will state that the friendly environment and the family feel to the university is what really helped push K-State to the top of their list,” Williams said. “Putting students first is K-State’s personal commitment to every student who walks through our doors. Our faculty and staff are accessible and willing to do what it takes to make students’ undergraduate experience as enjoyable as possible.” Rotolo-Utz said the campus is one of the top things he likes about K-State. He said he has been to Manhattan multiple times. He likes the architecture and that it has a real college town feel to it. He also enjoys that the Wildcats are competitive in every sport and always put in a good fight. Lauren Erickson, the Assistant Director of Communications at KU’s Office of Admissions, said KU’s strong academic programs and rich traditions are some of the many reasons why students choose KU. “Students know that coming to KU means they can prepare for any future they can imagine,” Erickson said. “They can develop their leadership and other skills, study abroad, and all for a price that is guaranteed

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for four years through our Four-Year Tuition Compact.” Next year, both Stockton and RotoloUtz plan to participate in Rush. Fraternities and sororities are active on both campuses. Williams said 20 percent of K-State students decide to join one of the 25 fraternities and 13 sororities. Erickson said KU has more than 40 active Greek organizations to choose from, but only 16 percent of KU students belong to one. Another thing that KU and K-State have in common is that both schools take students’ safety seriously. Both Williams and Erickson said campus safety is a major concern. Both schools have campus police patrolling the campus at all times. Also, Blue-Light Emergency Phones are available on both campuses. For added student safety, both schools have emergency action plans designed for many different situations. Both schools are nationally recognized for strong academic programs and talented athletic teams. With countless organizations for students to get involved in at both universities, Williams and Erickson said it is very easy for students to find a place where they belong. “I actually don’t hate KU unless they are playing K-State,” Rotolo-Utz said. “If KU is playing anyone other than K-State, I cheer for KU because it is still a Kansas school. The schools just have different lifestyles and you have to pick which one is a better fit.”

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K-State by JOEY WENBERG guest columnist Every game at Bill Snyder Family Stadium begins with the most memorable fight songs in college football. The sight of students swaying back and forth, clapping their hands and singing the “Wabash Cannonball” always seems to set the scene for autumn. Since kindergarten, I have been a diehard Kansas State University sports fan. For a few years, the Wildcats’ glory faded a bit, but they were still my team and I stayed true. Since then, I have spent hours upon hours watching the Cats beat up their opponents. Simply put, K-State is better than the University of Kansas. Although the Jayhawks historically have dominated the Cats in basketball, this year things will change. Many Hawks fans claim K-State is a football school, and they are probably right, for now. Before Bill Snyder became head football coach, however, K-State was actually a basketball school. Dating back to the days of legendary coaches like Jack Gardner and players like Bob Boozer, the Cats made regular appearances to the Elite Eight and Final Four. K-State also has a legendary football program. Coach Snyder made the Cats the greatest turnaround program in college football, taking them from a perennial loser to a yearly Bowl Championship Series contender. It was a natural choice for me to apply to K-State. Manhattan is a true collegetown, with only about 50,000 inhabitants to Lawrence’s 100,000. Basically everything in Manhattan revolves around the university. Next September, I will be one of the students at Bill Snyder Family Stadium, chanting the alma mater and the “Wabash Cannonball.” Hopefully I can be a part of setting the scene of autumn for another young Wildcat! paladin

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Teen buying power continues to grow; businesses market to younger consumers by ALYSSA SCOTT asst. news editor

five, six, seven times, you remember it.” As a result of these marketing ploys, teens must find ways to earn money, whethTeens, who contribute to a large amount er it is through a job, an allowance or by doof consumer spending, are being targeted ing housework. more directly by companies in need of their Teens spend most of their income on business. Marketing tactics and the ways clothing, music and movies, according to products are presented have been altered to a survey done by Experian Simmons. The attract teen consumers, who in turn find jobs American Psychological Association cited to earn money. name brands as a major source of teen According to marketing site iMedia Con- spending. Popular name brands appeal to nection, a survey teens because of done by YouthPulse the “identity and found that teens image” associated Companies make it look spend $94.7 billion to them. like it is easy for teenagers each year. Business “Companies to get what they want and Marketing teacher try to squeeze evlook cool. It is annoying beJim Vanek said the ery dime out of cause that is not realistic. “buying power” teenagers,” Vanek teens possess can said. “If they show cause companies to a teen something junior LINDSEY find new ways to adthey consider cool, BARNETT vertise in a way that a teen will get a job interests the teenor do something age spending group. extra to get it.” “There are a lot of marketing tickets that Junior Lindsey Barnett said she decided companies use to target teens,” Vanek said. to find a way to earn money so she could pay “They use humor and spontaneity. The Old for her own car. She said the way in which Spice commercials are an example of this. companies present products makes them Companies also use short clips, bright colors more appealing. and faces that teens recognize immediately. “Companies make it look like it is easy Repetition is also effective. If you see a clip for teenagers to get what they want and look

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cool,” Barnett said. “It is annoying because that is not realistic. Teenagers can’t always have all that stuff because they can’t get good jobs.” Vanek said that because of the difference in requirements and responsibilities between adults and teens, the way they deal with their money is also different. While teens have necessary expenses such as gas, adults have more responsibilities, including mortgages, insurance and other family expenses. “Teens have no concept of money past today,” Vanek said. “They don’t worry about paying a mortgage or any other everyday expenses. This is why they are targeted by companies. They don’t worry about money management. They have a disposable income to spend.” Barnett said her parents established a rule to help her manage her money. She has to put at least half of what she earns into the bank and can spend the other half. Junior Tianna Todd also has a system to help manage her money. “I only buy stuff when I really need it or think it is cute,” Todd said. “I generally try to save my money because I will pay for college. I put $40 in my checking and try to live off of that. [Marketing] makes me want to spend my money. I walk into stores and see the posters and outfits they have up on mannequins.”

or MYTHteens Popular companies who advertiseFACT towards Sprite: Drake, an emerging rapper, is featured in the new Sprite commercials. These commercials tell teens if they want to be like Drake, or want a chance to meet him, they need to drink Sprite too.

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McDonald’s: Teens love anything bright, fun and flashy. By offering the chance to win thousands of dollars or a new Mustang convertible just for buying a hamburger, McDonald’s keeps teen consumers coming back. Old Spice: In their funny commercials, Old Spice lets teens know if they ever desired to smell like a muscular man on a horse, this is the brand for them! journalism.kapaun.org

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Increase in Film Club members changes dynamics, work load Due to the increase in participants this year, Film Club is going through some changes. Senior Vy Nguyen is this year’s Film Cub president as well as the director of the productions. “I enjoy Film Club because it gives me an outlet outside of just doing homework and school and helped me meet some amazing people who share the same interests as me,” Nguyen said. “It’s also made me realize that if I try hard enough, I can make something great that other people enjoy which I hope will continue on even when I graduate.” Earlier this year, the club made a Scary Movie parody, and last year they created a music video for “Sadie Hawkins” by Relient K. “Usually at the beginning of the year, we discuss a movie or music video or some fun project to do together,” Nguyen said. “Right now we’re starting on our next movie, which is a Beauty and the Beast adaptation.” Since there are 15 members now, opposed to last year’s seven, Nguyen said there is more opportunity, equipment and creativity. “We usually split up the work according to what the member has a personal interest in,” Nguyen said. “For

example, if one member wanted to help out with editing or camera work then they would do specifically that for the film, or if another person wanted to act we usually incorporate a part for them in the film.”

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Club. Nguyen said recent changes to the format of the club have made it more enjoyable. “When I came to the first meeting, I brought in other friends who helped turn the small club around into more than just movie watching and instead, it became more proactive and more involved in the actual movie-making process,” Nguyen said. journalism.kapaun.org

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A rail-thin model strutting down a those getting the surgery, it is proven catwalk with size 00 hips, a shirtless, that being exposed to media decreases male Abercrombie & Fitch model the self-esteem of those watching. In with washboard abs standing outside a study done through the NYU Child the popular store, these figures often Study Center, it was shown that in girls presented in the media give real people grades 5-12, 47 percent said they wanted unrealistic expectations for their bodies. to lose weight because of pictures With the media bombarding us with seen in magazines. Many pictures physiques only achieved in Photoshop, in magazines are altered with photoit is hard to have a positive self-image. editing software such as Photoshop Solutions for achieving the “perfect” to remove pimples and imperfections. body are often unhealthy and dangerous. As consumers look at these edited Smoking and dieting are both used to pictures, they focus on their own flaws. lose weight, but Products to for non-weightfix everything As consumers look at related issues from oily skin to these edited pictures, they plastic surgery flabby arms are has become advertised almost focus on their own flaws. a popular ever ywhere. option. Not Adver tisements only have people forgotten that plastic geared towards males promise money surgery is invasive, but that it can be and relationships, if only they buy the life threatening. In the new E! show latest body wash or razor. Pressure Bridalplasty, soon-to-be brides compete for men to have the physique of for full-body plastic surgery and a bodybuilders drives the sales of $100,000 wedding. While the show has protein powders and supplements. brides wanting surgery for “realistic” These products only perpetuate the reasons such as the removal of extra idea that perfection can be reached. skin after extreme weight loss and breast Some companies such as Dove have implants after having breast cancer, begun to break out of this self-depricating most of the brides are insecure women cycle. Their slogan “campaign for real hoping to achieve that “perfect” look. beauty” encourages women to love the Shows like this are becoming bodies they have. Seventeen magazine more common on TV, and are sending encourages girls to sign a “body peace the message that happiness can only treaty” along with celebrities such as be reached by having the perfect lips Katy Perry. These organizations are or a flat stomach. While these shows taking the right steps in order to end aim at increasing the self-esteem of the search for unattainable perfections.

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Welcoming the new year, we also welcome a new semester and new classes. Seniors are finishing college applications and juniors continue taking the ACT. Throughout all of this, students get a fresh start in their academics as grades for the second semester begin anew. With the passing of Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks, the holidays are over and school begins to take a priority. Although there are five months left in the school year, the end is in sight. It is time to buckle down and finish up the year on a positive note. As always, we invite your ideas, input and letters. All letters should be under 150 words and signed. We reserve the right to edit or omit any letters. Baseless accusations, libelous statements, insults or unsigned letters will not be considered for publication. Take letters to Room 215 or mail to the address below.

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One time I bought Axe body spray thinking it would cause me to be mauled by attractive women. What a disappointment.

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I bought moonshoes when I was 8 because it looked like everyone who was using it on the ad was having fun bouncing around.

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Glitter is like the herpes of arts & crafts. It is everywhere!

Well, I bought a PillowPet because it looked really fun and the ad made it seem like little kids would love it and my friend is definitely a little kid.

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Today is Crusader style pizza, but we can only have cheese because it’s Advent. Lanyards are like a sign of popularity. Whoever has the best lanyard is the coolest.

I bought the Shirley Temple DVD collection for my mom’s Christmas present because the ad made it seem like it would bring back good childhood memories for her too.

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Overheard in the halls at KMC...

I can’t wear blue eye shadow because my mom told me only prostitutes wear it.

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After working there for over a The Brown family still spent the next year and a half, I am almost protective hour talking to each other or patrons of my job as a lifeguard at the Andover whom had just walked in and then pointYMCA. It is safe to say my boss really ing in my direction. likes me as I am attentive, polite, do not I was extremely upset but wore as get in trouble and as she says, crack her normal of an expression as I could musup. For example, I recently was swim- ter. As soon as my shift ended, I rushed ming laps before school to my boss’s office to explain and shattered the entire what really had happened. door to the lap pool. She She had arrived only 20 minlaughed, and then remindutes before, but stopped me, ed me why I am called an saying she knew everything. “ornery one.” The Browns had complained Recently though, to the front desk. Four other on a slightly busy Sunpatrons and the mother of day morning, all of this the child had also talked to was challenged. A family the front desk, but gave a difwhom we will refer to as ferent story. My boss then EMILY LUTZ the Browns came in. My opinions editor proceeded to share with me boss fired Mr. Brown less the complements they had. than a month after hiring She was proud, not mad. him as a lifeguard. Mr. and Mrs. Brown The moral to this long story is that have since found an infinite number of people do notice the good; the times you things to complain about. do what you should while your peers do That Sunday was their day to find not; the extra effort you give during suia complaint about me. An incident un- cide drills; the fact that although bloodrelated to them happened — a two year shot and swollen, your tired eyes do old girl’s head went under the water not close in class. Not having that merit when her mother turned her back for a noticed is rough. It is so much easier to second. This is a common accident, but complain about the bad and not take the it sent the Brown family reeling. The effort to point out the good and it is a mother of the child was not upset and mistake I too make. When you need it said that she had been watching and though, you will find how far the little knew I had been paying close attention. good things have gotten you. I promise.

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Burger, Chinese, French restaurants evaluated Driving down 29th and Rock Road, it is hard to miss the bright red, bold letters reading Five Guys next to the Terra-cotta tower. Walking in, the burger place had a sort of Freddy’s Frozen Custard feel to it, with the red and white color combination and the order-atthe-counter service. The menu was very simple -- cheeseburgers, ham-

Upon walking into the new Panda Express on East Kellogg, I was greeted with the heavenly smell of Chinese food and the subtle sound of Asian music. While I waited in the short line to order my food, I noticed that every table was adorned with a tiny vase with beautiful, fresh flowers in them. Even more adorable were the panda pictures hung on the walls.

burgers, a few hot dogs and sandwiches and french fries. All burgers come plain, but there is a variety of toppings for no extra charge. My order of a Little Cheeseburger, small drink and regular fries came out to be about $8. The line was short and my food was ready in less than five minutes. The size of my cheeseburger was perfect. Even though it

was a “little” cheeseburger, it was still a quarter-pounder, while the regular cheeseburgers are a half pound. The fries were good but ordinary, and the cheeseburger was satisfying.

Overall, it was a good dinner. It wasn’t overpriced, and the food was ready almost instantly. I would go back again to Five Guys for a speedy, casual dinner. erika reals

Whether you are a healthy eater or simply appreciate a classic French dish, Lotus Leaf Cafe has something you will love. This “creperie” is located in downtown’s Delano district and is one of Wichita’s only restaurants that offers a large selection of vegetarian cuisine. It is also one of the few to offer French cooking. As this restaurant boasts its

natural foods and a menu that is over half vegan or vegetarian dishes, I was apprehensive to taste anything. My worries were put to rest though as the simple crepe I ordered was delicious and came adorned with surprisingly fresh fruit. Fresh is a word that certainly describes this place as the tables are even decorated with pots of growing herbs.

The decor is colorful and eclectic, the brick walls lend a comforting feeling. A complaint, was that the workers were not as helpful and genial as I would have expected or liked. Despite that minor faux pas, Lotus Leaf Cafe deserves a visit soon and when you do go, keep in mind the hours — 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through emily lutz Saturday.

Among tables and booths there was also a sitting area with a comfy looking bench, in case the line was long. The line to order wrapped around a buffet of food where you told the people behind the counter what you wanted. Behind them the food was being made fresh. I indulged in the Panda Plate with orange chicken, black walnut shrimp and fried rice. This cost

only $5.99. Above all, the service was great. My server waited patiently as I listed all the entrees off to my sister over the phone, since I was picking up her dinner as well. Panda Express is a great place to grab lunch if you do not want to have to wait long in line and you want a delicious, cheap meal that will still leave you with emma kaiser leftovers.

Old ‘emo’ band changes pace

Pop artist’s new album a hit

Although formerly not a huge fan of the band My Chemical Romance, I was eager to buy their newest album Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys, which was released Nov. 22. I was surprised at the change in their music. I remember them as the “Black Parade” band that embodied the emo stereotype. However, the music seemed very exciting. In fact, some of the songs were inspira-

On Nov. 23, KE$HA’s new album Cannibal came out to wow the white suburban teenage population yet again. Though I am not a big fan of KE$HA, her songs are ridiculously infectious. This album produced the hit single “We R Who We R.” Fun to dance to and easy to sing along with, it plays on the radio nonstop. With seven other new songs and a remix to “Animal” from her first album,

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tional, such as “Sing,” and the National Anthem even made an appearance. This album turned around my perspective of My Chemical Romance, because of their new and original sound they have created. Even though this is the first album of theirs I have bought, I would now consider buying another in the future. erika reals

the rest of the songs on the CD is just as contagiously poppy as her other party hits. KE$HA does slow it down on her new album in “The Harold Song.” The crudeness of her lyrics will probably hinder many of the songs from ever hitting the radio, but that won’t stop teenagers from buying, downloading and sharing these catchy new tunes. emma kaiser

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1. 2010’s best, what this year will be remembered for, all in one place

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Of all the books published in 2010, Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins was one of the most popular, especially among teenagers. It was the final installment of the Hunger Games trilogy. In March, Jodi Picoult released her newest novel, House Rules. The Millennium trilogy by Stieg Larsson also had its final installment, The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest, published posthumously in May. John Grisham published yet another book, The Confession, which made the New York Times Best Seller list.

The movies of 2010 varied in genre, from the romance Dear John to the horror flick Shutter Island. Alice in Wonderland starring Johnny Depp was released March 5. The third installment of the Twilight series, Eclipse, was released June 30, with much anticipation from the vampire fan base. For the younger generation, Despicable Me and Toy Story 3 were among favorite animated movies. Inception was the psychological thriller to see last summer. On Nov. 19, the much awaited Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part One was released.

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return to golf to play in the 2010 Masters. Gary Coleman, 42, died in May after being removed from life support. Avatar passed 1997’s Titanic to became the top-grossing film in history. Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul, judges from American Idol, announced they were leaving the show and were replaced by Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler.

In February, Brittany Murphy, 32, died from an accidental overdose of over-thecounter and prescription drugs. In April, the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico lasted three months, leaking an estimated 53,000 barrels a day. Tiger Woods announced he would

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Many fashion trends returned in 2010, including lace, ruffles and high- waisted shorts and pants for women. Thanks to Daniel Tosh from Comedy Central’s Tosh.0, v-necks and cardigans were also popular. By buying a pair of TOMS shoes, one could get a new pair of shoes as well as pay for a pair for a child in need. Bright, neon colors could be found in about any store. For colder weather, long boots and tight or leggings were common, as well as pea coats and North Face apparel. Young and old girls wore decorative headbands. Floral patterns were also back, and could be found on anything from shoes and dresses to purses.

Electronics Starting off the

year, Samsung introduced its first 3D TV, ready in late February. In early April, the long-awaited iPad made its debut. By the end of the month, Apple had already released the iPad with 3G capability. Three million were sold in the first 80 days. The Playstation Move was released Sept. 17, and one million units shipped to the Americas within its first month. For the major gamers, the much-anticipated Call of Duty: Black Ops came out in early November. This was the seventh installment to the Call of Duty video game series and the first to be set during the Cold War. erika reals

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Design Your Own Converse: Most teenagers of the 21st century own at least one pair. Buy some for $62 at converse.com. Sun Jar: For $39.99 at perpetualkid.com, you can buy an ecofriendly jar that lights up at night after charging in the sun.

Polaroid Reborn: Revisit the idea of that chunky old Polaroid camera with the Polaroid 300 instant camera for only $89.99.

Video Spy Pen: Spy all you want by buying this ball point pen, video camera and 4 GB flash drive combination for $79.95 at brookstone.com.

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Droid: For a phone with more perks than the iPhone and the ability to work with any carrier, check the Droid out at verizonwireless. com for $249.99. Nook: To save trees and avoid carrying around hundreds of books, buy the NookColor for $249 or the Nook for only $159. Momiji Celebrations Doll: For $16.99 at amazon.com, you get a geisha-inspired doll with a hole big enough to put a message in. Drinkability and portability have a beautiful marriage in the CruzinCooler. Get this motorized cooler for $349 at cruzincooler. com. Flip: The latest 3rd-generation flip video camera allows you to capture your favorite funniest moments on video in a portable manner. Each one is $179 at amazon.com.

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Get a beautiful rainbow and skip the storm by buying Rainbow in my Room for $19.99 at store.discovery.com. LED lights will project one right onto your wall or ceiling. halsten higgins

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by BAILEY BUER feature editor Junk food for every meal – this is a young child’s dream, and exactly what Mark Haub, a nutrition professor at Kansas State University, did for 10 weeks. According to http://www.cnn. com, his diet consisted of a Twinkie every three hours supplemented by chips, cereal, cookies, a multivitamin pill, a protein shake and a little bit of vegetables. Haub lost 27 pounds, proving his theory that weight loss involves mere calorie intake versus calories burned, not what food one eats. However, he is not sure if he is technically healthier after this weight loss. Sure, his cholesterol, weight and body mass index are at a more desirable level, but he filled his stomach with unhealthy food. “A lot of it goes back to calories in and calories out, but you don’t want to starve yourself,” Sheryll Clark, registered and licensed dietitian at Wichita Clinic, said. “I go with trying to avoid too much fat and definitely not skipping meals. You could cut out on liquid calories such a coffee, soda juice and sports drinks, and consistency of exercise and activity is a good rule of thumb.” Fixation with weight loss is not a new one. Recently, some fad diets include celebrity-endorsed Jenny Craig, the Mediterranean Diet, the Zone Diet, Weight Watchers, Volumetrics, the Flat Belly Diet, Weigh Down Diet, the South Beach Diet, Atkins Diet and the Sugar

Tas Horace Fletcher announced the weight loss method of chewing food, but not swallowing it. He said the body would get necessary nutrients, but not gain weight.

Weight loss proves to be popular goal with multiple fads, theories, struggles

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Busters Diet. tions of food groups such as sweets and have According to http://facesofbeauty.org the support groups seem to be more successful. desire to lose weight begins at a young age; More unconventional methods include the 45 percent of kids ages three to six want to FTF Blue Diet Glasses that make food less lose weight. Fourty-six percent of nine to 11- appealing, The Diet Fork, mini-forks that year-olds said they are sometimes on diets, force the consumer to take smaller bites and and 70 percent of have an uncomnormal-weight high fortable handle school girls think so the dieter they are fat and diet. does not hold the The nutrition and weight loss “The nutrition fork as long and industry is so large, everyand weight loss intrance diets. one comes out with a new dustry is so large, Senior Dylan diet. If it sounds too good to everyone comes Penka often has be true, it is. We don’t have out with a new to cut weight for that magic pill or super food diet,” Clark said. “If wrestling. Most that does everything for us. it sounds too good of the time he to be true, it is. loses it through dietitian SHERYLL CLARK We don’t have that working out, magic pill or super changing his diet, food that does eveating smaller erything for us. If it promises rapid weight portions and even skipping dinner the night loss, that should send up a red flag. A nice, before weigh-ins. steady weight loss range is half a pound to “Around the holidays, up until this year, one pound a week. If it limits food groups or I haven’t had much Thanksgiving dinner,” if it tells us to eat certain food together it’s Penka said. “Just a piece of turkey and call another sign. Also, if it claims no need for it good. The night before weigh-ins is never exercise. You need to ask yourself, ‘Can I eat fun. At this point the hunger isn’t a big deal just that much food for the rest of my life?’” it’s more of the thirst. That’s miserable. On Some diets are very costly such as a normal night after practice I usually drink Jenny Craig and others, like the Zone diet, a ton of water, but I can’t before weigh-ins are hard to track or difficult to maintain be- because that’s the easiest way to gain back cause it does not curb temptations or leave weight.” the dieter feeling full. Diets that allow porPenka said cutting back on food is not

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hard, unless he has to skip a meal. Freshman year he would skip one to two meals, three to four weeks at a time. He said he realized this method was unhealthy and sickly. “You feel a lot less energy and can’t go as well for as long,” Penka said. “Especially if you cut out liquid the body doesn’t have enough energy.” In order to lose weight, senior Elaine Adamson worked out every day and stopped eating junk food completely. She said she knew if she took one bite, she would continue eating the unhealthy food. “I needed a change,” Adamson said. “I just got used to the routine of it. I counted every calorie and became pretty restrictive. I have an obsessive personality, so that was all I thought about that summer. For a little while it was pretty extreme, but I was never anorexic. I didn’t have much energy, but I don’t have that problem anymore. I still work out every day, but now I eat more because I’m maintaining my weight and not trying to lose it.” According to the article The Science of Appetite by Jeffrey Kluger on http://www. time.com, some scientists claim if one knows what triggers appetite, he or she can take measures to control eating desires. People usually have a schedule when they eat. When that time comes around, the person will feel hungry because he would usually be eating then. story continued on page 14

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stes of Fad Diets Over the Years The first diet pill, which contained dinitrophenol, was introduced. It was deemed unsafe because some were blinded or died after using the pill.

1935 1954 1930s Fatoff, La Mar Reducing Soap and Fat-O-No were soaps proclaimed to cause weight loss. journalism.kapaun.org

It was rumored there was a pill to give someone a tapeworm to induce weight loss. Taking another pill would stop the tape worm from killing the person.

According to http://health. usnews.com, about one in six Americans were participating in a low carbohydrate diet such as Atkins of the South Beach diet.

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Staffer reviews, rates fitness shows Celebrity Fit Club For eight weeks celebrities face grueling challenges in a boot camp directed by Harvey Walden. On Celebrity Fit Club these pampered celebs must bunk together and work as teams to win the show. Some of season seven’s contestants include Kevin Federline, KayCee Stroh from High School Musical and R&B singer, Bobby Brown among other celebrities. Although the goal is fitness the show seems to be filled with more drama than anything.

Shows are rated from one to five scales

Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating — all are represented in the reality show, What’s Eating You? The show features men and women with odd eating disorders and follows these people in their attempts to overcome their disorders. Whether they struggle with purging on food or eating chalk, the participants seek help with therapists, doctors and nutrition specialists. The show reflects the danger of these eating disorders and provides dieticians who help those affected with meal plans based on a healthy calorie intake.

On The Biggest Loser, overweight contestants compete for a quarter of a million dollars. The winner is the person with the greatest weight loss. All contestants experience intense exercise challenges with trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels as well as maintaining healthy diets. Daily mile runs on the treadmill, step-ups and the constant yelling of Jillian and Bob provoke not only motivation for weight loss but also tears by the contestants. It is a reality show

in where all contestants leave the show benefited, and it shows the importance of eating right, physical activity and achieving set goals.

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The brain even reacts to the sight of food, which sometimes causes ones mouth to water, and the smell of a food can release insulin, which makes one hungry. Restaurants also often keep room temperatures cold because it lowers metabolism, and eating heats one up. Researchers are also looking at history, according to http://www.time.com. People often went through times where there was not enough food to eat, so extra food consumed is converted into fat for the body to live off later. Now, many people often never go hungry, so the extra fat is unwanted. Scientists wonder if, in the future, people will stop storing fat due to the gene pool changing. They are also drawing parallels to food addiction and drug addiction. In both cases, paladin

most know the habit is bad for them, but it provides comfort. In food addiction, the glucose brings satisfaction which eventually goes away. Penka said a major part of weight loss is determination and a personal choice. “For me it’s always to put myself in a better place,” Penka said. “You have to tell yourself ‘it’s what I have to do.” You need to start early, so you don’t gorge yourself. You gradually get it down. The worst thing is yo-yoing. That is sucking it off all at once and immediately putting it on for energy reasons.” Clark’s biggest diet tip is not skipping meals and eating slowly because it takes 1520 minutes for the stomach to communicate to the brain that it is full. “[Under eating] slows the metabolism because the body things it is starving and

uses less calories, Clark said. “It sets us up to overeat. There will be faster weight loss by spreading calories throughout the day. There is also a new study that sleeping habits affect weight loss. If one stays up late it will set him up to gain weight because the sleep deprived body is fighting to work efficiently. Our emotions also affect how much we eat. We think were hungry, but were really bored or stressed.” Adamson said that dieters should not give up and approach each day with the mind-set to stay healthy. “I knew the result was worth more than any food I could ever eat,” Adamson said. ”It was amazing. I never thought I could actually do it, but when you do it, it felt so good. It’s affected my life a lot. I feel so much better about myself.” journalism.kapaun.org

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1. DURING A MURDER INVESTIGATION, sophomores Chandler Moore and Logan

McCully act in KMC’s production of Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap Dec. 1.

2. JUNIOR TIFFANY TRAN does homework in Amy Van Dorn’s Block 8 Algebra II class

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3. GREETED BY JUNIOR ELLIE TOLBERD, math teacher Kelly Dandurand receives a

greeting card Dec. 12. Honors English III classes designed greeting cards for teachers featuring quotes from prominent Transcendental authors. 4. AT THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH CONVENT, junior Jared Ojile plays bingo with a

sister Nov. 17. “It’s important that we show care to those who have devoted themselves to the religious life, as they are good role models for the rest of society,” Ojile said.

5. STATE REPRESENTATIVE MIKE POMPEO gives a lecture to David Roberts’ Honors

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Firefighter Ayala recounts experiences working at downtown station by MELISSA HERNANDEZ asst. feature editor As the alarm rings announcing an emergency, freshman Lauden Ayala suits up, boards a red fire truck and answers the call. “There is no time to get ready when the alarm goes off – just get your stuff on as quick as you can or just put it in the truck,” Ayala said. Whether it is seeing human remains in the middle of the street or a homeless person falling into the Arkansas River, Ayala’s volunteer work at Fire Station One in downtown Wichita provides new and thrilling experiences. He shadows his father at the station. The work Ayala does consists of checking equipment such as the engine trucks, cleanup and answering fire emergencies. “Lauden has always been interested but when he turned 14, he was able to ride out for a 24-hour shift with me and the other firefighters,” Monty Ayala said.

However, not all experiences are as Lauden Ayala plans to become a firefighter. He said his experiences have proven thrilling. “It was 2:15 a.m. and we had an emerbeneficial for preparing him for his “I plan to follow in my dad’s footsteps,” gency call during winter,” Lauden Ayala said. Lauden Ayala said. “[Volunteering] has “It was so cold and I had to wake up for the helped me get to know the job better before I alarm. I’ve learned to always be on your feet and get ready for actually get to the job.” when the alarm Monty Ayala exI’ve learned to always be on rings.” presses the importance your feet and get ready for Lauden Ayala of his son’s future. when the alarm rings. said that his experi“First and foremost I ences while volunwould like him to get his freshman LAUDEN AYALA teering has helped college education,” Monhim become a betty Ayala said. “If he is still ter person in that it interested then I feel it allows him to serve his community. would be a great profession for him.” Monty Ayala said he has seen the efAyala said he will continue to volunteer until the age of eighteen. Already he has ex- fects of volunteering in his son. “He has matured and grown into a reperienced memorable moments. “We were in a street and police were ev- markable young man,” Monty Ayala said. erywhere,” Lauden Ayala said. “The neigh- “He has learned accountability for your acbors were watching a dead body in the mid- tions, reliability, willingness to help others and consideration for others.” dle of the street that got hit by a car.”

Matt in the City is a monthly column where student life editor Matt Riedl explores and experiences Wichita culture firsthand, giving insight along the way. I love Christmas. Just thinking about it makes me happy! I am so blessed to have a home and family to spend mine with. Unfortunately, others are not so lucky. So, for this issue of Matt in the City, I went to spread Christmas cheer to Wichita’s homeless. Just as I love Christmas, I love McDonald’s. Crispy honey mustard snack wraps just cannot be beat! With that in mind, I decided to buy ten $10 Arch Cards to hand out to homeless people I found. I made them all Christmas cards and set out to deliver them the next day. That Sunday afternoon I found quite a few people down by the river, including one man whose name I regret not to have

learned. He was from Georgia and had come to Wichita for a “music contract,” as he referred to it. I must say this guy was the most cheerful (and only) homeless man I have ever talked to. He played his cover of Zac Brown Band’s song “Free” for me. Aspiring to be a country singer, he was missing one of his front teeth. One of the things I have always wanted to do but have never had the time (or reason) to do is ride the city bus. This was the perfect occasion to do so. I waited for the bus at the Towne West stop and rode it all the way around the West Maple route. After riding the bus, I realize that it is not the joyride I had imagined it to be. I overheard one man saying how he was just laid off and his wife had left him. I turned around and handed him a card and he called me an angel. Another man gave me a full blessing, making the Sign of the Cross over me when he realized what was in the card. To see a video of my bus adventure, go to www.journalism.kapaun.org. Just as I love Christmas and McDonald’s, I love random acts of kindness. It is such an eye-opening experience to see the joy that

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lights up a homeless person’s face if you give him or her just a little bit of your time and money. As the proverb goes, “He who gives to the poor suffers no want,” (Prov. 28:27). Until next time, this is Matt Riedl, keepin’ it fresh, fly and clean on a daily basis.

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BY THE RIVER, a homeless musican and senior

Matt Riedl shake hands, Dec. 5. Riedl distributed gift cards to ten strangers. “If there’s one thing I can be truly proud of lately, it’s this,” Riedl said. journalism.kapaun.org

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Show popularizes music programs, appeals to high schoolers by MATT RIEDL student life editor

posed to it.” Music programs in high schools like those in Glee have been facing cuts recently due to the ot Glee? On average, 11 million viewNo Child Left Behind Act, Mike Quilling, the ers in the U.S. catch this “disease” Kansas Music Educators Association president weekly. It is quickly spreading to all said. audiences; however, it seems to appeal “Too many administrators don’t consider especially to teenagers. music as a ‘core academic subject,’ even though “I’ve watched Glee since the very beginit’s defined as such in No Child Left Behind,” ning,” sophomore Maddie Razook said. “It shows Quilling said. “Too often, music is pushed to the that choir can be cool.” front of the line when considering budget cuts.” The show depicts stereotypical high schoolMusic and drama programs at Kapaun Mt. ers joining together in the school’s Glee Club. Carmel haven’t been facing these challenges Exploring many different societal issues such however, with each program experiencing an as bullying, homosexuality and teen pregnancy, increase in enrollment, music teacher Bryan Glee deals with these issues through song. Miller said. “It’s a TV show “Ironically the parolike no other,” junior chial schools are having Juan Espinosa said. “It the least amount of probMusic can heal things; it teaches us to respect lems with this,” Miller makes everyone happy. Eveveryone for who they said. “Where we’re seeeryone should be exposed are and not to judge so ing a lot of these cuts to it. quickly.” are inner-city schools, For example, in where they can’t afford sophomore MADDIE RAZOOK the episode “Never supplies because their Been Kissed,” Kurt, a tax base just isn’t good homosexual Glee Club enough.” member, is bullied by Karofsky. Two episodes Research done by the National Assessment later, in “Furt,” all of the other members of the of Educational Progress shows that enrollment Glee Club stand up for Kurt, warning Karofsky in the arts can aid students’ performance in othnot to bully Kurt anymore. er subjects as well. “[‘Never Been Kissed’] is my favorite epi“The arts provide self-expression,” Miller sode,” sophomore Madeline Gerdes said. “Puck said. “Our goal is to try to prove how math scores comes back from juvie and I have a major crush are improved not only by reading music but by on him.” the self-expression that comes with it.” Gerdes says she enjoys Glee because she When the music fades, when the drama has always wished to be a singer. ends, at the end of the day the lessons that Glee “It has a lot of drama,” Gerdes said. “It’s set teaches will be remembered by students like Rain a high school, so I can relate to it more.” zook. Just as music is the Glee cast’s life, ordinary “In the end, it all comes down to the music,” students feel music affect their lives. Razook said. “Even if they’re all fighting they “Music can heal things; it makes everyone just sing a song at the end. That’s how life should happy,” Razook said. “Everyone should be exbe.”

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Playing football in the fall and swimming in the winter, senior Ryan Zwick excels athletically. Zwick was last year’s state champion for the boys swim team in the 50 meter freestyle. He also placed third in the 100 meter freestyle. “This year, if Zwick keeps training the way he has he should repeat his win in the 50 free and possibly the 100-free at state,” swim coach Chris Erickson said. “He is very powerful, we’re working on putting all that power to good use.” In 2010, Zwick was First Team Allstate. This year, the boys swim team hopes to take home first in both state and Greater Wichita Athletic League competitions, Zwick said. The team placed second at state and in GWAL last year. Zwick took second in the 50 and 100-free at the GWAL meet. Zwick said he began swimming in second grade because his friends swam and enjoyed it. Today, his favorite part

of swimming is hanging out with the team, Zwick said. “He can be quiet around other people,” senior swimmer Matthew Louis said. “Then he opens up around the team, cracking jokes and funny one-liners.” This swimming season is going well, Zwick said; the team has beaten North and Southeast. Zwick’s times are faster now than at the same point in last year’s season. Throughout the season, Zwick helps lead the team both in competition and at practice. “Ryan scores high at bigger meets and that helps us out place-wise,” Erickson said. “He is also a great team leader. He really takes the underclassmen under his wings, any time they have problems he’s got an ear to listen.” KMC will compete in the El Dorado Invitational Jan. 8.

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Girls Basketball vs. Southeast, 7:30 p.m. @ Southeast

Boys Diving vs. Bishop Carroll, 7 p.m. @ Northwest

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Boys Wrestling vs. Bishop Carrol, 7 p.m. @ Carroll

Boys Swim vs. Northwest, 4:15 p.m. @ Wichita Swim Club

Girls Basketball vs. North, 6 p.m.@ KMC; Boys, 7:30 Boys Swim vs. Heights, 4:15 p.m. @ Heights

Dual Wrestling Tournament, 9 a.m. @ KMC

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by RACHEL WHITE sports editor Muscles grow more substantial. A player transitions from the bench to the field. The weights on the machine increase from 50, to 100, to 150 pounds. All these reasons, and more, are why some student athletes choose to take workout supplements. Most workout supplements are most commonly used as strength and endurance maximizers, allowing one to accomplish more reps and sets and lift more weight in order to gain muscle tissue, according to http://www. bodybuilding.com/store/teens.htm#19. Bill O’Connor, owner of Apex personal training, said workout supplements are not necessary. “If [the athlete] is well rested, has had eight hours of sleep, has a workout plan and is excited about his workout - that’s all a good athlete needs,” O’Connor said. Junior Skyler Krebhiel began taking the supplements hoping it would excel his performance in sports. His motive, he said, is similar to many of the other Kapaun Mt. Carmel athletes who take them. Krehbiel mixes the workout supplement titled 1.MR, standing for one more rep, with water before he works out. 1.MR is a powder containing a concentrated dose of central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, nitric oxide agonists and muscle building agents, according to http://www.bodybuilding.com/ store/bpisports/1-m-r.html. H-ROID and S-ROID are two other pill supplements Krehbiel takes. Both are created to produce rapid gains in strength, size and power according to http://hardcoreformulations.com/. “I felt better about how I looked and better about my body [using the supplements],” Krehbiel said about the results from his different workout supplements. “Now I leave competition in the dust.” Junior Derek Roberts takes the same workout supplements as Krehbiel. There are also some negative effects, Krehbiel and Roberts said.

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“It makes my knee and shoulder joints a lot weaker,” Krehbiel said. “It also affects me a lot when lifting.” Roberts said he has experienced back pain but is pleased with his increased strength. “The only reason I started was to get bigger and stronger,” Roberts said. “It helped a lot and it definitely shows in the weight room.” The supplement NaNo Vapor is a nitric oxide pre-workout formula that claims to build eight times more muscle by increasing one’s strength, according to http://www.4-men.org/testosterone/ testosterone-booster.html. Senior Larry Novascone started taking NaNo Vapor before his freshmen year and continues to take it before and after his workouts. “It causes me to be more awake and focused,” Novascone said. “It also retains the muscle swell which leaves me feeling bigger for a couple days.” The supplement causes Novascone to have mood swings and bad headaches, he said. Senior Austin Rickert also uses a nitric oxide energy supplement before working out. The formula he started using in eighth grade is called White Flood. The product was designed to boost cardio and lifting endurance and provide an energy that is incomparable to the energy provided by an energy drink or caffeine alone, according to http://www. whiteflood.info/. Rickert said he began taking White Flood because he was sick of being small. All four boys took the supplements after being warned of some of the possible health risks by supplement store owners and family members. Krehbiel said he knew the supplements were capable of damaging his organs and stunting his growth. Roberts said he was aware of the potential liver and back problems. Novascone and Rickert said they were told their supplements could result in high blood pressure, liver and kidney trouble and possibly heart attacks. “Some of the supplements have not even been checked by the Food and Drug Administration,” Novascone said. Even the popular dietary ingredient protein, which is used in most workout supplements, can make one vulnerable to certain health risks. It can cause dehydration, kidney stones and can induce stress on the liver and kid-

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neys if consumed incorrectly, according to http://www.jag-lawfirm.com/ workout-supplements.html. Creatine, another commonly used and generally safe ingredient could also be harmful in excess. When used in supplements, it aids the body by enhancing muscle contractions and reducing fatigue after lifting. Creatine causes excess water retention and if the person using it does not drink enough fluids, it may cause dehydration and muscle cramps according to Daniel Hyman, National Academy of Sports Medicine personal trainer. Creatine, which O’Connor recommends, shows the most results for those seeking strength increase. Two anonymous students said they secretly purchased testosterone pills in order to boost their performance in the weight room. Consuming extra hormonal doses without a prescription is dangerous and puts the consumer at risk for coronary heart disease, according to http://www.4-men.org/testosterone/testosterone-booster.html. Both students said the pills caused them to be angry majority of the time. “[I experienced] mood swings, weak joints, abnormal sweating, poor endurance,” one anonymous student said. The student stopped because he knew the testosterone pills can be addictive. “I think if you experiment with it once it is OK.” the student said. “I’m glad I tried it out but I wouldn’t ever do it again.” Many people make mistakes that are not good for their body in the long term, O’Connor said. After being in his field for over 30 years, he has known second-hand of many cases of illegal drug usage. “I don’t have any association with people like that,” O’Connor said. “I wouldn’t train someone using anything illegal.” He said to stay away from workout supplements promoted in magazines. “Many have been proven a complete waste of money,” O’Connor said. “Often they are just taking money from the kid’s pocket and putting it into the manufacturers. If I haven’t seen it in the physiology journals, I

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Three divers compete with new team by HALSTEN HIGGINS staff writer From a board one meter high, senior Matt Riedl and juniors Ryan Trollope and Blake Sevart will be competing for Kapaun Mt. Carmel as members of the new diving team. The first team in recent years was formed for different reasons. Members said the diving team will be beneficial for the swim team. “Diving contributes valuable points to the swim team,” Riedl said. “In swim meets, KMC will now be able to earn points from diving as well as swimming.” After a month, Riedl has realized the challenges of the sport. “To get on the board in front of a crowd wearing nothing but a Speedo brief and focus on diving is hard to do,” Riedl said. After mastering the five main types of dives, front, back, inward, reverse and twist, the divers are eligible to compete in competitions. To compete in city, the divers must

master six dives. The boys have practice and compete with all schools that have diving teams. “There wasn’t a lot of adjustment to make,” Riedl said. “Everyone on the team is very cool and genuine and fun to be around.” Trollope and Sevart competed in their first meet on Dec. 8. The team took first, while Trollope took first individually and Sevart took second. “At first I was nervous,” Sevart said. “As the meet went on I got better and we came out really strong.” If Riedl, Trollope and Sevart are able to learn 11 dives, they will be able compete at invitationals. “I definitely think [the divers] have potential,” coach Jarrod Nolan said. “If they work hard every practice they can get enough dives down to compete.” The team will compete Jan. 13 against Heights. “I hope we do well,” Riedl said. “But because we’re so new I know we’ll have to try really well to win.”

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junior Blake Sevart performs a one and a half dive at Northwest Dec. 8. Overall, KMC took first place and Sevart won second. “It was [junior] Ryan [Trollope] and I’s first meet,” Sevart said. “We did well and came out really strong.” AT HIS FIRST MEET,

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1. JUNIOR MICHAEL MARTIN dribbles the ball

in the varsity game against East Dec. 10. The final score was 46-79. “I thought I was doing pretty well, although my shots weren’t falling,” Martin said. “We just didn’t play well as a team this game.” 2. PINNING HIS OPPONENT, junior Luke Bean

participates in his first wrestling dual for Kapaun Mt. Carmel against North Dec. 2. “I was a little out of shape, but I wrestled well - better than I expected,” Bean said. KMC defeated North 56-16. 3. AGAINST HEIGHTS, junior Laurel Lujano

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points to her teammates Dec. 7. The final score was 35-68. “Coach was impressed with our performance,” Lujano said. “We lost, but we did better than expected and we handled the pressure well.” paladin

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