The Rocky Mountain Collegian, Friday, February 1, 2013

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Pride on the Line Border War basketball game expecting sellout crowd

Mariela in the desert Artists in the Mexican desert? See how this all ‘plays’ out.

Kung fu The kickass way to kick ass. Learn how in the new school on college. pizza It’s not the Super Bowl without pizza. Check out the local Sunday specials.

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ON-GOING

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What: 'Kids 'n Kritters' When: Now through Feb. 15 at 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Where: Morgan Library's Archives Reading Room Cost: Free

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THE MUST DO

“Kids 'n Kritters”: A history of animal 4-H projects will be on display in Room 202 of Morgan Library. If you’re unfamiliar with 4-H, it’s a national youth development program that does research and prepares kids for leadership positions and stuff. The main point here is that there’s livestock animals and there’s kids, and there are photos of them together from the early 20th century. It’s historical, the animals are cute and it’s right in the library if you want to take a look.

FRIDAY What: Black History Month Kick-off When: Friday, Feb. 1 at 12 p.m.

Where: Lory Student Center Cost: Free February is Black History Month (be sure to check out the Collegian on Monday for an in-depth article!), which is being kicked off today starting at noon. There’ll be song, dance and a deliverance of the Emancipation Proclamation from the mayor of Fort Collins, Karen Weitkunat. Following that will be an opportunity to head over to Johnson Hall to examine artifacts from the Dearfield black settlement, a location here in Colo. with relevance to black history.

What: Patti Fiasco with Better Than Bacon When: Friday, Feb. 1, at 9 p.m.

Where: Road 34 Cost: $5 What’s better than bacon? A band literally called Better Than Bacon and Patti Fiasco, of course. Better Than Bacon attests itself as “Greasy Rock ‘n’ Roll with Old Soul,” and Patti Fiasco is oldschool country music. Bike on down and jam out.

CORRECTION: In a Jan. 31 article, “Student gov. to Frank: no more tuition increases,” it was reported that there hasn't been an increase in teacher salaries in the past three years. In fact, there was a 3 percent raise based on merit for certain members of the faculty in the summer of 2012. The Collegian regrets its error.

What: CSU Night at the Nuggets When: Saturday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m.

Where: Denver Pepsi Center Cost: $20 - $55 for Alumni Association members, $25 - $65 for nonmembers Yeah, Sunday is the Superbowl, but have you considered filling your entire weekend with sports? You can get reduced price tickets to the Nuggets this Saturday through the Alumni Association if you’re a member. There’ll be tailgating in the parking lot of the Pepsi Center from 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m., complete with food, drinks and a CSU giveaway.

CSU ROTC will be the color guard and CSU Alumnus and Hornets player #14 Jason Smith will be playing in the game.

Learn more at www.today.colostate.edu.

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“It is absolutely a beautiful play. It’s wonderfully written, and it is very stimulating. It is a play of certain complexities, which is intriguing.”

ROBERT BRADDY | DIRECTOR

A date with Mexican Expressionism in ‘Mariela in the Desert’

By Bailey Constas

The Rocky Mountain Collegian With the frigid temperatures becoming more and more paralyzing, the Fort Collins community could use an escape into the desert, even if it is only for a few hours.

Bas Bleu’s first play of the spring season, “Mariela in the Desert”, is set in 1951 Mexico during the great Mexican Expressionism era with Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.

The play centers on the pain that a couple experiences in marriage, according to director Robert Braddy.

“It’s the hurt that grows in seriousness, which they never resolve, and they never talk about.

They grow bigger and bigger until finally they have to be spoken of and resolved,” Braddy said.

Jose, a mediocre painter, wants to be in the circle of great painters, while his wife, Nella, is the real artist.

However, she is needed at home, with an autistic son and her diabetic husband.

CSU Theater alumni, Dan Tshirhart, plays Adam, an older art history professor who is dating Jose and Nella’s younger daughter.

“The thing that resonates with me about him is how much he gets excited about art, and how much he loves it and how passionate he is about it. He lives and breathes art,” Tshirhart said.

The play is a cast of six, a smaller than normal production.

“It’s a dream cast. I couldn’t ask for a better cast,” Tshirhart said. “You get closer to people when you have small casts. It’s easier to gel that way.”

Braddy began working on this show last spring and has put countless hours into the production.

He says that the play is more of a psychological drama on the need to communicate and be open

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Blana (left), played by Ali Scordato, consoles her mother Mariela, played by Kate Austin-Groan, in “Mariela In the Desert” at Bas Bleu Theatre in Old Town Fort Collins. The play, which had a soft opening for students and educators last night, opens this evening at 7:30 p.m.

EVENT DETAILS What: “Mariela in the Desert” When: Feb. 1 to Mar. 3, Thurs. 6:30, Fri/Sat. 7:30, Sun. 2:30 p.m.

Where: Bas Bleu Theatre Company, 401 Pine St. Fort Collins Cost: $12/student, $18/senior (65+), $24/adult To purchase tickets go to basbleu.org or call 970-498-8949. in relationships.

“It is absolutely a beautiful play. It’s wonderfully written, and it is very stimulating. It is a play of certain complexities, which is intriguing,” Braddy said.

“Mariela in the Desert” is especially relevant to the community, because it deals with difficulties in communication.

“I think the ability to communicate at the deepest, most sensitive level is essential in human relationships,” Braddy said. “When we don’t communicate, we have kinds of difficulties that end up in conflict. And confrontation. And that is not a desirable thing.”

Although the play is primarily a drama, there is a touch of comic

relief.

“It’s not a comedy by any stretch of the imagination, but there’s a lot of humor in it and there’s a lot of interesting situations,” Braddy said.

Tonight’s performance is paywhat-you-can night. Saturday’s official opening night will be followed by a free reception sponsored by Yellowtail Wines, Fort Collins Brewery and Butter Cream Cupcakery.

Thursday, Feb. 7 is Artists Benefit Night where all ticket sales will go to the theatre practitioners. To purchase tickets go to basbleu.org or call 970-498-8949.

Entertainment and Student Life Beat Reporter Bailey Constas can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com.

WEEKEND EXCURSION GUIDE

Timber Trail

By Kevin Bartz

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Before I delve into this week’s recommendation, I must give you all a quick disclaimer: obviously we have seen some snow this week, and I did not happen to hike this route before the snow. That being said, I believe the trails are still completely doable, as long you all are cautious. Just expect snow on trails, and some steep and icy spots. At least the temperature will be in the fifties this weekend!

So, this weekend you should all head up to Lory State Park and take on the Timber Trail. The path starts off on the western side of a wide-open valley by the park entrance and a picnic area.

From there, it weaves westward through the open valley and pitches up the side of the foothill.

To the east, you can see Horsetooth Reservoir and Fort Collins. To the south, you will see Arthur’s Rock protruding out of the hillside like a fist. You’ll also get a close-up look of some of the High Park burn area. I know I keep harping on the burn area, but I can only imagine how beautiful it will look with some fresh snow dusted over it.

The trail continues westward and upward into the dense forest, just above the valley. Here, there are a series of steep switchbacks that cut through the forest and through some shrub-blanketed

Cost: $6 per car Caution: Trail may have snow and ice meadows. In the meadows, you’ll get great views of the reservoir and of Arthur’s Rock. I can only imagine the lacey whips of snow clinging to it after this week’s weather.

After a while, the trail cuts behind Arthur’s Rock into another valley. This is the 3.7-mile mark and is a great spot to stop if you are looking for just a short day-hike. You can just chill in the valley and enjoy the hidden view of Arthur’s Rock and the ridge of the foothill to the west.

On the other hand, if you are feeling especially ambitious, you can continue hiking along a few other trails that fork off from this point. Be adventurous and make a creative route back. Just follow the park map you can pick up at the entrance.

To get here, take Overland Trail north and then turn left on Bingham Hill Road. Continue into Bellvue and hang a left on Country Road 23. Take that all the way into the park. After passing though the gate, follow the only road to the group picnic area. This is where you’ll find the trailhead.

Park entrance per car is $6.

Outdoors beat reporter Kevin Bartz can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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Local artists refuse to be boxed in

By Katie Salka

The Rocky Mountain Collegian It often seems the world operates purely in cycles. Every living thing is a part of the massive turning wheel that is the circle of life.

Yet, human beings have managed to divide most of their lives into neat little boxes with rules, boundaries, schedules, and even terms

like “thinking out of the box.”

This daunting paradox plays heavily into the Box Squared Exhibition currently displayed at the Center for Fine Art Photography.

Daunting as the paradox may be, some pieces are rather playful.

Thomas Ladd’s photograph, titled Serving Tray, is one such piece.

“I was very interested in

the idea of creating a somewhat mystical photograph,” said Ladd. “I played a lot with the idea of hybrid animals, and how I might make myself into a hybrid animal.”

Ladd combined components of what might usually be considered very separate boxes in order to create something new, but still coherent. This was an idea he conceived partially because of an

article he read that explored how words might be extracted from photographs to produce stories.

“I wanted to see what would happen if you brought different elements together to create little kinds of performances,” said Ladd.

Heidi Kirkpatrick is another artist featured in the exhibit.

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BOX OF INFORMATION What: Box Squared Exhibition Where: The Center for Fine Art Photography, 400 N College Ave. When: Jan. 25 - Feb. 9, 6-9 p.m.

Cost: Free

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Her piece For Fredrick features a film positive of a hand layered over a page from Gray’s Anatomy mounted inside of a small tin box.

Like Ladd’s piece, For Fredrick obviously plays into the box theme of the exhibit; however, while Ladd described his time in the studio creating this particular photograph as “a lot of fun and very playful,” Kirkpatrick’s creative process was a bit darker.

Kirkpatrick said that combing through Gray’s Anatomy and using it in her art has helped

her work through some serious physical pain.

There will be a public reception with an artist meet and greet Feb. 1 in the main gallery of the Center. The reception is set to start at 6:00 p.m. and will continue until 9:00 p.m.

Attendees will not only be able to enjoy the art and contemplate how boxes might interact, contradict and otherwise play into day to day life, but they will also have the chance to talk with some of the artists in the exhibit.

UCA Beat Reporter Katie Salka can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

Old Town’s Zquila a newly added hot spot It’s rare to find a restaurant where, with every single bite, your taste buds want bust out into the Mexican Hat Dance.

The recent grand

By Greg Mees opening of Zquila Mexican Restaurant in Old Town is the place to head if your mouth is in the mood for a fiesta. Zquila has two locations, the other being on Harmony Road just east of Timberline Road.

From the get-go, I had a feeling I was about to have a good time. We were seated quickly, with

chips and salsa not far behind.

I looked down at the marinaralooking salsa and thought, “Oh here we go. This is one of those places.” However, with the first bite, my tongue was caught off guard. It had one helluva kick, but wasn’t so spicy that it ruined the flavor that you want with good salsa.

After that first bite I needed some relief. Luckily, margaritas were already on their way. I’ve said this before, and I’ll say it again: I’m a huge marg fan, and a River down the road has some competition Grande. (That’s a Spanish joke.)

I ordered the Pink Cadillac per recommendation of the server and after it, or any of the nearly two dozen margs on the menu, you definitely don’t want to be driving any colored car. It was not as sweet as Colleen’s, but had a subtle citrus

and fruity flavor from the Gran Marnier and cranberry juice.

Not only was deciding on a drink difficult, but picking what to eat proved challenging too. I settled on the chicken enchiladas asadas. I was surprised by the portion of food, but also by the fact that the chicken wasn’t shredded.

The enchiladas were packed tight with chunks of plump chicken that cooked perfectly and smothered in green chile.

It only takes one time to ruin feelings on a restaurant , but at the same time, it only takes one time to know that it will soon be on your list of favorites. I have always had strong feelings toward Mexican restaurants, and said that you can always tell a good place by their chips, salsa and rice. And Zquila has them all.

Food doesn’t need to do much to win over my heart. A couple sweet nothings whispered by a McDouble, and I’m smitten. But like Greg, I do apBy Colleen preciate the McSweeney beauty of a quality meal, and if I had an unlimited budget, I’d indulge in the breadth of Fort Collins restaurants every night.

However, like most people reading this (not you, Oprah), my budget is far from unlimited. In fact, it’s

McDonald’s-Dollar-Menu-limited.

So if I’m going to spend more than $1.06 on a meal, I would hope that the food is worth it. After my first meal there, I’d say the food at Zquila — and most definitely the margaritas — are indeed worth the splurge.

Most entrees on the menu averaged around $11, but if Greg’s enchiladas were any indication, the portions at Zquila are pretty affectionate. I just happened to have eaten like eating was replacing breathing earlier that day, so I just ordered avocados rellenos from the tapas menu.

Even though it’s pretty tricky to mess up the majestic combination of a creamy avocado stuffed with spicy grilled shrimp, crisp bacon and melted jack cheese,

Zquila, well, yes — they didn’t mess it up. The appetizer-sized portion was muy delicioso and I think Whitney Houston was singing about a similar dish in “I Will Always Love You.” Now, if food isn’t really your thing, or if margaritas are just really really your thing, I would come to Zquila just for those beautiful tequila cocktails. Seriously. Wow. Olé. I ordered the house Zquila Margarita on the rocks, and it was just the right amount of sweet and fresh lime tart.

After just one, I temporarily thought I was Shakira. And that, of course, is when I know a margarita is done right.

Editor in Chief Greg Mees and staff writer Colleen McSweeney can be reached at editor@collegian.com.

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Kung Fu Underground grand opening this Saturday

By Em Kribs

The Rocky Mountain Collegian To the right of Snarf’s, through the doors and down some stairs, there’s a newly renovated unit with recently painted walls hung with large mirrors. If you come at the right time, there are people throwing each other onto the freshly laid, thickly padded carpet.

Steve Ihde, a graduate student in mathematics at CSU and a seventh degree black belt in Kung Fu San Soo (pronounced like “sand” without the D) will be opening a new school for kung fu this Saturday. The event will feature a DJ, free T-shirts and demonstrations in combat and weapons. There will also be a demonstration specifically for children.

“I teach all levels, from sixyear-olds to adults. The event appeals to everybody; there’s stuff for everyone,” said Ihde. “There’s kid demonstrations, and there’s more serious adult stuff.”

Ihde has taught kung fu before; he was initially trained under, and eventually took over for, Drew Bankston, who in turn taught at a school formerly owned by Rod

Marketing major Dotun Jibowu observes the artwork at the Hutton Gallery in the Visual Arts building. The gallery exhibits ceramic works, and will be open through to March 8th.

Conahan of Conahan’s Driving School. He has trained in kung fu for 14 years and taught for 10 of them.

After teaching at the old school for a while, the recession happened — remember that?

— and between that and grad school, the kung fu school became unsustainable. After a few years of grad school, Idhe is ready to start up again.

You might expect the owner and teacher of the school to be above getting thrown around by his students, but that’s not the case with Ihde. “I get in there and work the same as anyone,” he explained.

“Actually, at a higher level, I’m better equipped to get thrown … and less likely to get hurt.”

He explained that he typically had students try a throw before being thrown, to allow them to see what was happening and why.

“Your first instinct if you fall is to — ” Idhe fell backwards stiffly, throwing his arms behind him.

He explained that “At a higher rank, I’m actually less likely to get hurt being thrown.”

“You need a different psychology. We’re very different from

Kung Fu hat: Kung Fu UnderW ground Grand Opening When: Saturday, Feb. 2 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: 700 S. College Ave. right next to Snarf’s Cost: Free Karate, Taekwondo, Judo, MMA. The way we train, the very first day you’re doing real, applicable moves,” said Idhe. “There are very specific rules in other sports, but there are no rules in the street. If you get in a street fight, you’re not going to say ‘You can’t hit me in the groin, that’s against the rules.’”

“But,” he went on, “you only use it if you really need it. What we teach is absolutely deadly.”

“I’m definitely more confident now, especially being a woman I feel I can defend (myself),” one of Idhe’s students, black belt San Ley Sheng, said. “It’s definitely very empowering for a person to study.”

Another student, green belt Roshan Joseph, said, “There’s always the risk of injury, but in all

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San Ley Sheng blocks a punch from her instructor Steven Ihde, who is the proud owner of a new kung fu studio in town called Kung Fu Underground. Kung Fu Underground opens this Saturday at 11:00 a.m. and offers deals for CSU students. the time I’ve been there I haven’t seen an injury. That concern is utterly dispelled; we look after our workout partners.”

Joseph also encouraged research into the topic of San Soo Kung Fu, which has a fascinating

history.

The school will be $80 a month for adults, or $275 for five months for CSU students.

Entertainment Editor Em Kribs can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com.

Unique pottery by Brayman

By Katie Salka

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Cutting edge meets weathered tradition in the art of Andy Brayman, currently on display in the Hatton Gallery of the University Center for the Arts.

Brayman uses his hands, along with some of the newest technology, in order to create his own unique brand of pottery.

As pottery professor Sanam Emami explained, his designs start off in a computer and come to life through the use of 3D fabrication tools, with some help from the more traditional method of using his own two hands.

“What makes Andy different is that he is an artist trained with a ceramics background, but he uses a lot of 3D and digital fabrication tools,” said Emami. “So he is using traditional material, clay, but new technology to fabricate forms and patterns.”

To create the pieces on display at the Hatton Gallery until March 8, Brayman used drawings done by a computer program based on data from the natural

world, such as light, temperature, humidity and wind speed.

This data was converted into abstracted geometries, which Brayman then incorporated into clay.

“Borrowing from ceramic history, Brayman truly reinvents these objects through the manipulation of form, incredible design, craftsmanship and strong conceptual content,” states the website of Harvey/Meadows Gallery Inc, where Brayman’s work has been on display. “Decals, slip casting and other manufacturing processes typically associated with industry are his primary methods of fabrication.”

Not only does Brayman defy the boundaries of old and new, he blurs other lines as well. In fact, blurring lines might be considered his signature move.

“He’s an artist, but his work definitely references aspects of craft and design as well,” said Emami.

The combination of art, craft and design, in addition to the blurring of modern and traditional all takes place in Kansas City at the

Art exhibit What: “Nature as Muse: Analog Signals and Digital Output” Exhibit Where: Hatton Gallery in the CSU Visual Arts Build ing When: Now until Friday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: Free Matter Factory, which is something of a hybrid combination itself.

When Brayman founded the Matter Factory in 2005, he pieced together aspects of an artist’s studio, laboratory and factory.

Obviously, Brayman channels innovation into everything he does, but a playful element also comes out in his work.

“Of all the pots that I make, I am most pleased with the ones that are cunning,” said Brayman.

“They contain a sort of playful deception that is not always visible straightaway.”

Brayman also strongly

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“The Colorado State-Wyoming Border War’s always been a solid rivalry, and hopefully it will continue.”

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either side wants to admit it, but Saturday’s Border War has the feel of a big game.

Moby Arena is expected to sell out and both CSU and Wyoming have plenty at stake. The Rams are in the middle of a battle for first place in the Mountain West standings, and the Cowboys are just trying to regain their form, losing five of their last seven games after starting the season 13-0.

But more than anything, the 2013 Border War pits the two best teams each program has put forth in years.

“Since I’ve gotten here, it’s just gotten bigger every year,” senior Wes Eikmeier said. “We were both kind of struggling programs when we all stepped foot on campus, and I think it’s just gotten bigger every year. It means a lot to the university and the students, so that’s where we take pride.”

You don’t have to look hard to figure out why both programs have reached a level of success. It starts with coaching. CSU coach Larry Eustachy and Wyoming’s Larry Shyatt have made never-quit defense the backbone of their teams, and the results are evident.

Wyoming ranks first in the MW in scoring defense, limiting teams to 55 points per game. The Cowboys won their first 13 games in a row, and was one of the last unbeaten teams in the country.

“I think that they really guard, but also they play probably fewer possessions ... thus you’re going to have lower scoring,” Eustachy said. “And it’s something they probably have to do because they’ve lost a few guys. Larry Shyatt’s as good a coach, not in the league, as there is in the country. They’re certainly not going to beat themselves.”

Similarly, CSU controls games through defense, giving up an even 60 points a contest, third in the

conference, and boasts the nation’s third best rebounding team. The Rams held 12 teams to 58 points or fewer this season, by limiting the opposition’s chances.

“The Colorado State-Wyoming Border War’s always been a solid rivalry, and hopefully it will continue,” Shyatt said during his weekly teleconference. “(CSU is) terrific, because I remember all the players from last year, and the new staff has done an incredible job building their own culture, and winning and winning, quite honestly, at a pace unlike many in this league.”

With wins hard to come by lately, Wyoming is approaching every game with the mindset of it being a big game, according to senior guard Derrious Gilmore. With an NCAA Tournament berth still a possibility, facing opponents like CSU is an opportunity to add to their resume.

“I believe it’s going to be a great game. ... It’s going to be a big game, a rivalry game,” Gilmore said.

“Both squads are competitive, especially on defense; we’re disciplined. I know (CSU) is a really good team, and I’m excited for the challenge.”

Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter Cris Tiller can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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NOT SO FREE THROWS

Rams struggle from the charity stripe

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n a Mountain West Conference in which have eight of nine teams losing at least twice early in the conference season, every score on every possession becomes critical.

That is why CSU’s recent struggles from the free-throw line are so concerning.

In two of their last three games, the Rams have shot under 60 percent

as a team from the free-throw line.

In one of those games, a 66-61 loss to New Mexico, CSU missed 10 free throws, leaving Rams fans to wonder if the outcome would have been different if those had been made.

“What happened happened,” CSU senior forward Pierce Hornung said. “You learn from it and learn that free throws are important, but we knew that going into the New Mexico game. Sometimes they just don’t fall, but yeah, we’ve definitely gotta get better and make sure we

make those down the stretch.”

The recent struggles from the charity stripe come as a bit of a surprise, as the Rams have shot well overall this year. They average 72.8 percent from the line, good enough for fourth best in the conference.

In the Rams’ most recent victory over Boise State, however, Hornung shot just 4-for-9 from the free throw line, contributing to CSU’s 19-for-35 mark on the night.

Hornung and senior center Colton Iverson have been the two Rams that have struggled the most from the free throw line this year.

Iverson holds the lowest freethrow percentage on the season for the Rams at 63.6 percent, but Hornung is right behind him, struggling to a 64 percent mark on the year as the two are the only starters to shoot

LAST THREE GAMES Record: 2-1 FT percentage: 66.3 Games with 10+ free throws missed: 2 Games shot under 70 percent: 2 under 70 percent from the line.

To improve their efficiency from the line and extend their 25game home winning streak against Wyoming, the Rams will need their frontcourt to better its numbers to help the team overall.

The action of shooting a free throw is a repetitive motion, a battle that Hornung described as “you against yourself,” so CSU has focused on doing the things they

do well and allowing the free throw issue to correct itself.

“All in all, as long as we play defense and keep rebounding like we have been, I think we’ll be fine in some of those close games,” senior forward Greg Smith said. “Coach (Larry Eustachy) feels that even if we don’t shoot free throws and we don’t hit shots, as long as we play our game, we’re gonna give ourselves a chance to win at the end of the day.”

The Rams are likely to play some close games down the final stretch of the season, as nine of their remaining 10 opponents this year boast winning records and two, San Diego State and New Mexico, are ranked in this week’s AP top-25 poll.

Assistant Sports Editor Andrew Schaller can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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CSU basketball coach Larry Eustachy watches his team run drills in practice in Moby Arena. Eustachy will coach in his first Border War game Saturday.

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NOT SO FREE THROWS

Rams struggle from the charity stripe

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By Andrew Schaller

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

n a Mountain West Conference in which has eight of nine teams losing at least twice early in the conference season, every score on every possession becomes critical.

That is why CSU’s recent struggles from the free throw line are so concerning.

In two of their last three games, the Rams have shot under 60 percent

as a team from the free throw line.

In one of those games, a 66-61 loss to New Mexico, CSU missed 10 free throws, leaving Rams fans to wonder if the outcome would have been different if those had been made.

“What happened happened,” CSU senior forward Pierce Hornung said. “You learn from it and learn that free throws are important but we knew that going into the New Mexico game. Sometimes they just don’t fall but yeah, we’ve definitely gotta get better and make sure we

make those down the stretch.”

The recent struggles from the charity stripe come as a bit of a surprise as the Rams have shot well overall this year, they average 72.8 percent from the line, good enough for fourth best in the conference.

In the Rams’ most recent victory over Boise State, however, Hornung shot just 4-for-9 from the free throw line, contributing to CSU’s 19-for-35 mark on the night.

Hornung and senior center Colton Iverson have been the two Rams that have struggled the most from the free throw line this year.

Iverson holds the lowest free throw percentage on the season for the Rams at 63.6 percent, but Hornung is right behind him, struggling to a 64 percent mark on the year as the two are the only starters to shoot

LAST THREE GAMES Record: 2-1 FT percentage: 66.3 Games with 10+ free throws missed: 2 Games shot under 70 percent: 2 under 70 percent from the line.

To improve their efficiency from the line and extend their 25game home winning streak against Wyoming, the Rams will need their frontcourt to better its numbers to help the team overall.

But the action of shooting a free throw is a repetitive motion, a battle that Hornung described as “you against yourself,” so CSU has focused on doing the things they

do well and allowing the free throw issue to correct itself.

“All in all, as long as we play defense and keep rebounding like we have been, I think we’ll be fine in some of those close games,” senior forward Greg Smith said. “Coach (Larry Eustachy) feels that even if we don’t shoot free throws and we don’t hit shots, as long as we play our game we’re gonna give ourselves a chance to win at the end of the day.”

The Rams are likely to play some close games down the final stretch of the season as nine of their remaining 10 opponents this year boast winning records and two, San Diego State and New Mexico, are ranked in this week’s AP top-25 poll.

Assistant Sports Editor Andrew Schaller can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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“Am I saying that other fan bases are not intelligent?

Not at all.”

Happy birthday Pride and Prejudice Last week, “Pride and Prejudice” had a birthday. That’s right, good ol’ Darcy and Lizzie and the gang turned 200.

During those 200 years, Jane AusBy Bayley Enright ten’s novel has had quite the run. Actually, it is still having quite the run. It has been made into a bajillion hour long BBC drama, plus that Kiera Knightley flick.

It has spawned entire networks of fan-fiction, everything from badly written dreams of Elizabeth and Darcy’s future to published novels that re-imagine Elizabeth as a zombie slayer.

Books, TV, films, homemade costumes, conventions, self-help guides — the Jane Austen fan community has it all.

But in addition to the diehard owns-a-regency-dress-and-regularly-wears-it-to-work fans, Austen is familiar to practically everyone.

Even if you have never read one of her books, or watched a single film adaptation (which, let’s be honest, you are probably lying about — “Clueless” is Austen, guys. So is “Bridget Jones”) you know about Austen.

But why? What about “Pride and Prejudice” has gotten it to its 200th birthday? Why, of all things, does Austen have such a cult following? Of course, “Janeites” aren’t the only obsessive fans out there.

But they are different.

Harry Potter fans, I get why you exist. Wands, magic, terrific feasts — who wouldn’t want to be part of that?

“The Lord of the Rings” has elves and hobbits and Aragorn — that’s a duh.

“Star Wars”: lightsabers.

“Star Trek”: red-shirts jokes.

All of these fan cults make perfect sense... But Austen? It has ladies sitting around for hours, taking a turn about the room for some exercise. It is a world that gets exciting when the militia comes to town and suddenly there are more than just two guys to come round for dinner.

The Austen cult isn’t a cult of magical imagination the way Harry Potter is, or a cult of sci-fi escape like Star Wars. It’s an entirely different breed. It’s a cult of intelligence.

Am I saying that other fan bases are not intelligent? Not at all. But 200 birthday candles indicate a dedication to Austen far deeper than simply a fondness for a love story. It suggests an understanding of the literary brilliance of Austen andthe satire, the social commentary, the incredible dialogue, and that universally despised character that can be found in pretty much every social circle (if you do not know a Mr. Collins, seriously consider the possibility that it’s you).

Sure, there are those members of the Austen community who are here just because of Colin Firth’s wet shirt, but really, doesn’t every fan base have “those” members?

The Legolas Ladies? The Leia’sGolden-Bikini Boys? I promise you, “Pride and Prejudice” made it to 200 because of much more than Colin Firth in a wet shirt. It’s a classic. A story that is far more than just a kissing book. And if you have not read it yet, or even if you have, it deserves some birthday attention.

From one English dork to the empty air, happy birthday to “Pride and Prejudice.” May you continue to live long and prosper, and may the force be with you.

Bayley Enright is a senior English major. Her columns appear every other Friday in the Collegian.

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Drunk studying, happening now

By Davis English The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Note: The following article does not reflect the opinion of The Rocky Mountain Collegian, its associated staff, or reality.

Based on the Jan. 30 RamTalk, “To cut out the middle man, instead of buying textbooks this semester, I should just burn 2/3 of the money and spend the rest on beer.”

A wise scholar once said, “Drinking and reading are a match made in paradise.” The same scholar also said, “I’m tired and need to eat some pizza crusts.”

In a recent study conducted by the Family Studies Department at CSU, it has been found that after students have a few weekday drinks, their willingness to complete class assignments increases exponentially. The data shows that alcohol induces a type of studious behavior that leads to reading and writing.

To capitalize on these findings, the Bookstore has started to serve alcoholic beverages to employees as well as customers. The result: a more dilirious workforce serving either an aggressive or loving customer base.

Since they have started serving alcoholic beverages, the Bookstore has seen more customers than ever before. It is thought by numerous individuals that the booze service has increased Bookstore revenues a great deal.

CSU student Mat Bomtard turns to the Bookstore for his academic needs now that they serve alcohol.

The only drawback to the alcohol service is that inebriated employees wander around the Bookstore for hours seeking confrontation.

There is documentation of employees becoming belligerent after drinking and fighting with customers over such things as “which pen gets the job done best” and “why you don’t really need a five subject notebook.” The problem remains to be addressed.

The Bookstore has paved the way for alcoholicfriendly literature outlets on college campuses nationwide and the trend is expected to continue.

Drunk studiers everywhere are rejoicing. Cheers to a looser bookstore everyone!

Entertainment Writer Davis English can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

Don’t graduate, emigrate to Mars This May I am set to graduate, and my future afterwards is shrouded in a postcollegiate smog. I do not have any set

By Quinn Scahill plans and it is extremely unlikely that I will find a job right out of school.

But forget about me; our own planet’s forecast doesn’t look promising either. All I anticipate is more crazy weather, more crazy people with guns and much more Justin Bieber.

I might as well move to Mars and never come back, and if you think I am kidding, then the joke’s on you.

This is because in 2010 Dutch entrepreneur Bas Lansdorp created a privately funded project called Mars One. His aim is to land people on the Martian surface by 2023 and then to create a permanent settlement in the long run.

According to the website, travelling to Mars is now feasible with existing technologies, and even better, applications to

become a crewmember on the vessel to Mars are currently open to anyone in the world.

However, the astronauts selected for the journey will likely never return to Earth. It may seem like a lot to ask of someone, to leave and never return home, but this is the dilemma that every great explorer in history has faced.

The folks at Mars One are also expecting this to be the most publicized event in all of human history.

Their website claims that the project will “maintain an on-going, global media event, from astronaut selection to training, from liftoff to landing, to provide primary funding for this next giant leap for mankind.”

Basically, they plan to have a reality television show, sell merchandise, and accept donations through a company called the Interplanetary Media Group, which Mars One has a majority share in.

One of the main criticisms of this extraordinarily ambitious project is whether or not enough money can be raised by the IMG to get to the red planet. Richard Garriot de Cayeux, famous for his space tourism, said in an interview with Huffington Post, “Many have interesting and viable starting plans. Few raise the money to

be able to pull it off.”

If money is the only thing holding this project back, I’d suspect that a mission like this could soon be accomplished. Considering what’s at stake, a global historical event, money shouldn’t be a deterrent.

Even if Mars One doesn’t accomplish their mission, who is to say that Richard Branson or James Cameron won’t do something like this? Whether Mars One is a success or failure, a precedent has surely been set.

The Mars One project is not messing around with politics, and their mission will not be fueled by propaganda like earlier space races. They are buying their equipment from private suppliers based on price and quality, not because of political or national leanings.

I am personally rooting for this project and all the people at Mars One, no matter how feasible it may or may not be. Haters gonna’ hate, but these dudes are just trying to get to Mars, which is the coolest thing I have heard in a long time.

Quinn Scahill is a senior English major. His columns appear Fridays in the Collegian. Letters and feedback can be sent to letters@collegian.com.

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Functional, but art

believes in function and utility, which, in addition to his materials, forms the traditional base from which his art is created.

He explained that function provided him with the basic forms of his pieces, and modern

technology is what provided the specifics.

In Brayman’s art, nature and computers, the new and the old, function and cunning all converge in a display of how boundaries may be crossed and lines can be blurred.

“At their very best, the posts

demonstrate an object’s potential to be both beautiful and cerebral,” said Brayman.

More of Brayman’s work can be viewed at matterfactory.com.

Music and Performing Arts Beat Reporter Katie Salka can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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“We need to control our fouling early, and work on rotating the defense better.” hayley thompson | junior women’s basketball

Looking for second straight road win

Rams haven’t won at the ArenaAuditorium in more than a decade

By Haleigh Hamblin

The Rocky Mountain Collegian The CSU women’s basketball team hasn’t won consecutive road games all season, but after Wednesday night in Boise, they have that shot Saturday at Wyoming at 2 p.m.

CSU downed the Broncos 57-56 on a last-minute shot by junior Hayley Thompson, but won’t be able to take Wyoming lightly.

The Rams haven’t won in Laramie in 11 years, and this season’s Wyoming team is as good as any.

“It is always tough going on the road,” Thompson said. “We need to control our fouling early, and work on rotating the defense better.”

The Cowgirls currently sit second in the Mountain West standings, and rank in the conference’s top two in scoring and scoring defense.

“The coaches really put us in a good game plan,” senior Meghan Heimstra said. “We got to do it together as a team, and for each other.”

Senior Chaundra Sewell powers Wyoming’s offensive attack, leading the team in scoring at 14.6 points per game while bringing down a MW-leading 9.8 rebounds per game.

The Cowgirls boast three out of the top 11 scorers in the conference and one of the more dangerous three-point shooters –– sophomore Kaitlin Mileto.

In order to defend against so

the game details What: CSU vs. Wyoming women’s basketball When: Saturday, Feb. 2, 2 p.m.

Where: Arena Auditorium, Laramie, Wyo. many weapons, the Rams emphasized that no one player makes a team.

It will take a collective effort to keep Wyoming’s legion of scorers in check, and CSU is up to the task.

“We need to stick together and work as a team,” Heimstra said. “We saw what we did right and what we did wrong, so we really need to focus on sinking and finishing shots.”

CSU coach Ryun Williams commended his team’s win over Boise State Wednesday, but stressed that the upcoming game against Wyoming is now the top priority.

“Rivalry games are fun and we are playing against a good team; we just can’t look at the past,” Williams said. “Win the game in front of us, and then we will look to the next game.”

For Heimstra, there won’t be any more chances to win at the Arena Auditorium.

“We have not beaten them in Laramie yet,” she said. “I think it is time for a change.”

Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter Haleigh Hamblin can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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CSU forward Parker Harrison (17) gets taken down behind the net in the 3rd period at the Rocky Mountain Center Ice Showdown against CU-Boulder at the Pespi Center in 2011. The Rams face to Buffs again at the NoCo Ice Center at 7:35 p.m. tonight.

Rivals collide on ice

By Quentin Sickafoose

The Rocky Mountain Collegian Just like oil and water, Rams and Buffaloes don’t mix well together. The spiteful rivalry reignites tonight when the CU-Boulder hockey team visits NoCo Ice Arena to take on CSU. The Rams will hit the ice looking for a win that will award them an American Collegiate Hockey Association Division II tournament spot.

CU-Boulder is seeking revenge, as it has lost its previous two meetings with CSU this season.

“A lot of the good coaches in the NHL will tell you that they don’t believe in momentum from

The Game Who: CSU vs CU-Boulder hockey Where: NoCo Ice Arena When: 7:35 p.m.

Cost: $5 game to game, so I think that’s how we need to take it. Just because we beat them the first two games, doesn’t mean they’re not going to bring us a game,” CSU assistant captain Austen Burgh See Hockey on Page 18

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PRESENTS

By Alex Hall

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Top 10 albums for the week 1. Hercules And Love Affair — “DJKicks” 2. Social Studies — “Developer” 3. Minnesota Beatle Project — “Minnesota Beatle Project, Vol. 4” 4. Babies — “Our House On The Hill” 5. Games — “Games”

6. Enemy UK — “Streets In The Sky [Ep]” 7. Crystal Castles — “III” 8. Devotchka — “Devotchka Live With The Colorado Symphony” 9. Blondfire — “Where The Kids Are” 10. Luke Lalonde — “Rhythymnals”

This week’s album recommendations: Crystal Castles – “III”

José James – “No Beginning, No End”

When asked about his musical style, José James said he “didn’t want to be labeled as a jazz singer.” I don’t have a problem with that. Even though James’ newest album is on Blue Note, a label synonymous with the best of jazz, it blends R&B and soul with a little hip-hop to spectacular effect on some songs.

Rightly so, I think; modern jazz has to adapt if it wants to appeal to the same number of people it once did. Just as Miles Davis embraced rock when rock was becoming immensely popular, today’s jazz musicians find themselves embracing hip-hop and electronic music with the same craving to remain current as Davis had.

Anyway, a musician like James who can adapt with aplomb is a treat for both jazz fans and our wider audience at KCSU. Released Jan. 22, 2013.

Highlights include “Trouble,” “Vanguard,” and “Do You Feel”.

This is James’ third album, but his first through Blue Note.

James has collaborated with Flying Lotus, among others.

The song I remember from Crystal Castles most vividly is “XXZXCUZX Me,” which is extremely high-stress, and sounds like a horrible sound card malfunction in the 1983 Atari game for which the band is named. I was surprised, then, to find their third album a little more subdued. Instead of hearing damage, “III” opts for a slow, throbbing headache instead.

Quieter does not mean easier to take, however, as the album sweats disturbing intensity the whole way through, and if there is not a painful feeling, there is an unsettling one.

This isn’t to say the album isn’t enjoyable, though. Part of the reason we listen to disturbing things all the way through is because we like to be disturbed a little.

To be released Nov. 7, 2013.

Highlights include “Plague,” “Kerosene,” and “Telepath”.

The band recorded the album in Warsaw.

The cover features a mother holding her son after he was exposed to tear gas in Yemen’s capital city of Sana’a.

KCSU’s Alex Hall can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

“We’re going after the green. Our plan is to take down everything with a green jersey on.”

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Pride trumps records

Continued from Page 17 said.

The Buffaloes have experienced an uneven season, entering the game sporting a 3-15-1 record.

A string of injuries on top of losing some key starters from last year has dropped CU-Boulder near the bottom of the Division II standings.

“CSU has a good chance of going to the tournament, and we aren’t likely to qualify. So at this point, it would be nice just to take them down,” CU-Boulder coach Shawn Sullivan said. “We’re going after the green. Our plan is to take down everything with a green jersey on.”

Each team recognizes that there is more than merely a game

at stake. The importance of coming out on top has been rooted in each player, coach and student since the first day they showed up for either side.

“It’s a rivalry that everybody gets into, and it runs much deeper than just football. It’s between every athletic team, it’s between CU and CSU, it’s between Fort Collins and Boulder,” CSU assistant coach Ryan Kenney said. “It’s a pride thing.”

The Rams began the season with the ultimate goal of bringing home a national championship.

Although they haven’t carried out their ideal season, currently 13-12-3, they still have a good shot of making it to the divisional tournament that may take them there.

Each win they pick up in the seven remaining games of the regular

season will allow them to enter at a higher seed.

“As bad as they want it, we want it just as bad, or more,” Burgh said. “We have a vision of where we want to go, and now we’re looking to win out the rest of the season, and they’re included in that.”

Each team is currently running a dry streak when it comes to winning games. CU-Boulder has lost four straight, while CSU just returned from an 0-3 road trip in Oklahoma.

“We start out 0-0 tomorrow night. Whether they have 100 wins and no losses, or no wins and 100 losses, it doesn’t matter,” Kenney said. “We can’t look past them.”

Club Sports Beat Reporter Quentin Sickafoose can be reached a sports@collegian.com.

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From Shotokan Karate to studio dance

Rec Center offers wide variety of activity classes

By Taylor Pettaway and Mariah Wenzel

The Rocky Mountain Collegian Spring 2013 activity classes are about to begin at CSU. The activity classes offered include different types of dance, martial arts and personal trainer instructor courses.

According to Loretta Capra, coordinator for the activity classes, classes are a progression, and not just drop-in like yoga and cycling.

The first class for all activities is free of charge, with following classes requiring payment at the time of registration. You must be taking six or more credits, or be a rec center member to enroll in classes.

Interested students can register at the Student Rec Service Center or call 970-491-6359 and press 0.

International Ballroom Dance Level 1 Mondays, Feb. 4 to March 4 8 to 9:30 p.m. $69 per couple Rec Center Studio 4 "We start with the basics of the first four dances that are often taught to international ballroom dance students: Waltz, Tango, Samba and Cha-Cha-Cha,” instructor Jorgen Rasmussen said. “Even if this is the only class a student ever takes in ballroom dance, they will be miles ahead of the pack at weddings and other formal events that involve a dance floor.”

International Ballroom Dance Level 2 Mondays, March 25 to April 22 8-9:30 PM $69 per couple Rec Center Studio 4 Students will build upon their knowledge of the various ballroom dance moves from level 1.

Belly Dancing Basics Wednesdays, Jan. 30 to March 6 5:45-7:00 p.m. $59 Rec Center Studio 2 “The style of dance that I perform and teach is improvisational tribal style belly dance, which is a group dance based on a common vocabulary of moves and cues rather than choreography,” instructor Heather Longino said. “We'll be starting out as a beginner level class working on posture, isolations and some solid foundation

moves that we can put into combinations and build on throughout the class.”

FIT Fitness Instructor Course Mondays and Wednesdays, Feb. 11 to May 1 6:20-7:30 p.m. $150 (includes books and materials) Rec Center Studio 2 FIT is an intensive program for those interesting in becoming group fitness instructors. It is focused on fundamental including kickboxing, step and strength. It is a good preparation course for the American Council on Exercise national certification exam.

Judo Wednesdays and Fridays, Jan. 30 to May 10 7-9 p.m. $79 Rec Center Mat Room By developing self-discipline, mentally and physically, students learn how use their opponent’s strength against them, while also maximizing their own power.

Ki-Aikido Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, Jan. 29 to May 9 7-9 PM $109 South College Mat Room Ki-Aikido teachings include meditation, breathing and self-defense to emphasize the coordination of body and mind. Ki-Aikido is a relaxing martial arts class that focuses on balance and flow.

Muay Thai Kickboxing Section 1:Wednesdays and Fridays, Jan. 30-March 8 Section 2: Wednesdays and Fridays, March 27-May 3 5:30-6:45 PM $84 (per section) Rec Center Mat Room “Muay Thai kickboxing class, one of the most prominent martial arts found in MMA or mixed martial arts,” instructor Matt Herschberg said. “And my class will be mainly focused on technique to help people adequately defend themselves, and it's a lot more hands on to get in shape as well.”

On Guard: Women’s Personal Safety Sundays, Feb. 24 and March 3 6-9 p.m. $10 LSC Meeting Room A and Rec Center Mat Room On Guard is a self-defense and awareness class that will help wom-

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Yoga instructors Chelsea Call (left) and Sammi Imnan (right) instruct a class in one of the many studios in the Rec center Thursday afternoon. There are many classes students and members can take every day. en learn safety skills. This course teaches students that they are not victims.

PFT Personal Fitness Instructor Course Mondays and Wednesdays, Feb. 11 to May 1 5-7 p.m. $189 (includes books and materials) Student Rec Center Lower Conference Room PFT is a course on the skills to become a certified personal trainer.

It is a good course to prep for the American Council on Exercise national certification exam.

Shobudo Bujitsu Jujitsu Jan. 29 to May 9 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Sundays, 2-4 p.m. $109 Rec Center Mat Room Shobudo Bujitsu Jujitsu introduces and teaches a wide variety of techniques for students to defend themselves mentally and physically as well as teaching them flexibility agility and confidence.

Shorin-Ryu Karate Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 28 to May 8 7-8 p.m. $59

Mondays Rec Center Mat Room, Wednesdays South College Mat Room In Shorin-Ryu Karate, students will learn self-defense with both empty hand techniques and have a basic introduction to the bo staff.

Shotokan Karate Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 29 to May 9 7-8:30 p.m. $69 Moby Aerobics Room "Shotokan is a traditional Japanese martial art focusing on empty hand techniques and strikes,” instructor Brian Davis said. “It is for those wanting to get in shape, do MMA fighting, self-defense and even do competitions."

Studio Dance Level One Mondays, Feb. 4 to April 15 8:15-9:30 p.m. $49 Moby Aerobics Room “Studio Dance 1 is for beginners or people who have never tried to dance before. In this class I will go over fundamentals and we will learn up to two 2:00 dances,” instructor Jessica Bauer said. Styles include jazz, hip-hop and ballet.

Studio Dance Level 2 Wednesdays, Feb. 6 to April 17

8:15-9:30 p.m. $49 Moby Aerobics Room “Studio Dance 2 is for intermediate to advanced dancers. This class will concentrate on brushing up and expanding a dancer's skills as well as learning two or more 2:00 dances,” instructor Jessica Bauer said. This course is a continuation of level one and is for more experienced dancers.

Tai Chi Ch’uan Thursdays, Feb. 7 to April 4 5:30-6:45 p.m. $49 Student Rec Center Mat Room Tai Chi Ch’uan teaches the principles of this internal martial arts. Skills learned are applied to health, strength and martial ability.

Traditional Tae Kwon Do Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 28 to May 8 6-8 p.m. $79 Moby Aerobics Room "[We] incorporate self-defense, forms and sparring. We don't beat the tar out of each other like some martial arts," instructor Bill Brazile said. This course is non-contact but will teach stances, blocking, striking and kicking.

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WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FORT COLLINS PIZZA JOINT?

“My favorite pizza place is Pizza Casbah. I love it because of their affordability and their wings!”

DELINA GIGIKOS, freshman human development and family studies major.

“When looking for a delicious pizza in Fort Collins, I choose Pizza Casbah because it is near campus, and they have slices as big as my face!”

BRANDON TARA, sophomore communication studies major.

“I like Falbo Bros. Pizza because they have a good atmosphere on Monday nights, and the pizza is really dank.”

MAIA SADLER, senior international studies major.

“I like Uncle Vito’s because it’s a fun place to be, and the food is really good.”

MATTHEW LACOUNT, freshman undeclared with business interest.

“I like Mama Roni’s Pizza because they do pizza right!”

CHRIS JOHNSON, senior economics major

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Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle

Yesterday’s solution

Across 1 F. Scott’s spouse 6 Major NCAA 8-Down 9 Buff 14 Homer work 15 2014 World Cup final site 16 Home of the NCAA’s Black Bears 17 One keeping a beat?

19 Portsmouth pop 20 Narrow strip 21 British bathroom plant?

23 Center of attention 25 At that point Conference 3x5 26 MedicalServices office responses

29 Bass player’s tool 30 “Wheel of Fortune” buy 31 Wriggly swimmer 34 Review July 4th festivities?

38 Center of attention 39 Man on a mission: Abbr.

40 Disney duck princess 41 Headline about rudeness in the House of Lords?

46 Mucky place 47 Actress West 48 Tool for some summer Olympians 49 Barnyard beast 50 Home in the woods 52 Summer sunset hour 54 Academy for special operatives?

58 Kuala Lumpur locale 62 Long bones 63 Musician for whom New Orleans’s airport is named 65 Attack from all sides 66 Big name in casual wear 67 Thomas associate 68 Gave quite a shock?

69 In support of 70 Weightless state, and a hint to 21-, 34-, 41- and 54-Across

Down 1 Closes, in a way 2 Mideast carrier 3 Rocker Ford 4 The maximum score 0128.indd with three of them is 180

5 Fuss 6 Bank truck protector 7 “Bye!” 8 Sports div.

9 Show with a “Just Desserts” spin-off 10 Grandstand, say 11 Absolutely none 12 Steven Chu’s Cabinet dept.

13 Small craft 18 Andean creature 22 “... __ additional cost!”

24 Looseleaf divider feature 26 Pisces follower 27 Went after 28 They may have twists 30 Hubble, for one 32 Maritime birds 33 Has followers 35 90-degree turn 36 Clothing catalog choice: Abbr.

37 Top-drawer dresser 42 “My aim was off” 43 Buster 44 Roller coaster guides 45 Spigoted vessel 51 Bit of wisdom 53 Baseball Hall of Famer Combs 54 Deteriorate, in a way 55 Et __ 56 Word seen twice on some dairy cartons 57 Dipped cookie 59 Évian evening 60 Excited by 61 Dumbfounded 64 Toon devil

Paid Summer Positions CSU Office of Conference Services offers students an opportunity to discover summer positions available within one of the leading university conference operations in the country.

Students will be responsible for summer conference operations and welcoming guests to the Colorado State University campus while working with diverse conference groups of all sizes.

On-campus room and board will be provided as well as hourly pay.

Open Positions: • Residential Accommodations Assistant • Residential Accommodations Team Member • Student Conference Assistant How to Apply: Submit a completed application, resume, list of three references, and custom cover letter to explain your interest in the positions via email to Lisa.Lytle@colostate.edu. Applications may also be faxed to (970) 491-3568.

For full consideration applicants must attend one of the mandatory info sessions: • Thursday, January 31st @ 5 p.m. in LSC Room 211E • Sunday, February 3rd @ 5 p.m. in LSC Room 220-222 Application deadline is 4:45 p.m. on Friday, February 8th, 2013 (postmarks honored).

Interviews will be scheduled for mid-February.

Direct questions to Kelly Mason, Residential Accommodations Manager: (970) 491-2841

www.conferences.colostate.edu

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Daily Horoscope

970-482-9464 1335 W. ELIZABETH

By LINDA BLACK

Today’s Birthday (02/01/13). Home, romance, career and community have your heart this year.

Creativity, sports, culture and fun buzz you into June, when work picks up. Provide excellent service to others (and yourself). After April, stick with tested methods and your team to accomplish greatness.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) —9— Dare to renew a family bond. It may take courage. Your friends support you. Think through what you’re committed to and share it. Success is your reward.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) —8— Clear up confusion before proceeding, and get some rest. Keep control of your own resources. Get an expert coach, and you’ll become one. Provide common sense limits. You’re gaining status.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) —9— Take it easy. Passion asserts itself, and you may find yourself compelled to action. Persuasive methods and compromise are needed.

Others share your enthusiasm. Craft a solid plan.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) —8— Postpone projects and organize your space with systems streamlined. Change up work habits. Conditions are too unstable to launch yet. Collect supplies, and prepare with a solid foundation.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) —8— The possibility of loss is high, so keep bets low, or better yet, avoid gambling. Review rules and instructions. Don’t launch yet, even though you’re anxious to start.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) —8— A profitable assignment opens up, despite temporary confusion. Wait until the dust clears. It may be necessary to make a mess for beautiful results. Stay flexible and open-minded.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) —9— Invest in your career.

Take care ... there are pitfalls along the path. Don’t spread hurtful gossip. Sweep residual emotions out along with the dust. Lean on your friends.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) —7— It’s not a good time to mess around or get into risky business. There’s money coming in, but it could go right back out. Stick to tested routines and play it low key.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) —8—Explore a new philosophy or view. Emotions are on the surface and could hit extremes. Conditions feel unsettled. Winning isn’t everything. Maintain composure. What would your coach do?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) —8— Do homework early and increase overall efficiency. Gracefully overlook inept remarks, and persuade without coercion.

New responsibilities will soon occupy your time.

Preparation leaves room for love.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) —9— Don’t invest in a startup group activity yet; you may decide it isn’t worth it, despite generous impulses. Important people are impressed by your diligence and confident work.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) —7— Let your emotions fuel your effort. You can borrow the money you need, or just ask for, and receive, a raise. Don’t take on more than you can handle.

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ADDICTIVE Chef dinner specials, salads, artisan breads, desserts, more. Cafe Vino. 1200 S. College. Across from CSU.

WINE TASTING WEDNESDAY For info and reservations 970-212-3399. 1200 S. College. Close to campus. www.cafevino.com.

SUMMER OF YOUR LIFE! CAMP WAYNE FOR GIRLS Children’s summer camp, Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania 6/15-8/11. If you love children and want a caring, fun environment we need Counselors, Instructors and other staff for our summer camp. Interviews on CSU campus Feb 5th.

Select The Camp That Selects The Best Staff! Call 1.215.944.3069 or apply at www.campwaynegirls.com Email classads@lamar. colostate.edu

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Compiled by Kris Lawan You know your time at the gym is paying off when you can open the doors of the BSB without a struggle.

You know your girlfriend helped organize your closet when everything is color coordinated.

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