Vol 126 no 42 october 18, 2016 by The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Volume 126, No. 42

Tuesday October 18, 2016

Big 12 conference will not expand By Eric Wolf @Eric_Wolf5

After months and even years of propositions, conversations and investigations into expan-

sion, the Big 12 conference is staying as is for an undetermined amount of time. Colorado State was among eleven “finalists” making their case for addition into the conference if the conference did decide to expand and include at least two more members. Houston, Brigham Young, Cincinnati, Southern Methodist,

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Air Force, Central Florida,Connecticut, Rice, South Florida and Tulane were the other schools vying for a position within the Power Five conference. But all of the team proposals, meetings, and money spent turned out to be for nought as the Big 12 officially decided against expansion Monday afternoon. Conference president Bob

Bowlsby and expansion committee president and University of Oklahoma president David Boren held a press conference after the conference’s Board of Directors meeting where the issue was decided. “We wanted to look very thoroughly on whether it would be advantageous to us at this see BIG 12 on page 9 >>

dents showed up as Sanders had already finished and asked if he had already spoken. Sanders was last on campus in February to hold a rally for his own campaign for president. The rally today, identifiable by post-

ers that read “Stronger Together,” encouraged constituents to get out and vote for Hillary Clinton. “I am voting for Hillary Clinton. We have the opportunity to see BERNIE on page 5 >>

Bernie is with her

Sen. Sanders stumps for Clinton in second CSU stop By Rachel Telljohn @racheltelljohn

Former presidential candidate Bernie Sanders spoke on campus Monday afternoon at a Hillary Clinton rally to encourage students to vote.

The rally was held inside the Grand Ballroom in the Lory Student Center, and crowd count for the rally reached a capacity of 1300. Several dozen people were unable to make it inside, according to Meredith Thatcher,

Colorado press secretary for the Hillary for American campaign. The start time of the rally had been switched at least once, potentially contributing to a smaller crowd than people in attendance anticipated. Some stu-

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FoCo Book Fest to celebrate books and brews in Old Town By Matthew Smith @latvatalo

Larry Gast III (left) and Jared Kolesar (right) of Jared and the Mill play songs from their new EP ‘Orme Dugus’ at Hodi’s Half Note on October 16, 2016. Jared and the Mill is a southwest folk band from Phoenix, Ariz. and consists of six members with acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, precussion, banjo, and accordion. PHOTO BY ELLIOTT JERGE COLLEGIAN

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Over the decades, a brewing culture has been developing in Fort Collins. From the New Belgium headquarters in Old Town to tea startup Happy Lucky’s Teahouse, Fort Collins has a lot to offer in the beverage department. But, there is also a vibrant literary community of prolific poets and novelists. The upcoming FoCo Book Fest, an idea five years in the making, will be a combination of both aspects of our local culture, a celebration of Fort Collins’ passion for books and brews. From 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 22, over 50 presenters will discuss, teach and enjoy the arts of writing and brewing at 40 free sessions spread out over Old Town, all within walking distance of each other. Events will occur at Old Firehouse Books, the Downtown Artery, Wolverine Farm, Bas Bleu Theatre, New Belgium Breweries, Bean Cycle Roasters, Happy Lucky’s Teahouse and the Old Town Library. The festival is sponsored by the CSU Morgan Library and New Belgium Brewing. Independent from the festival but closely associated will be a presentation by Colorado Governor Hickenlooper titled “Beer and Politics” at 3:30 p.m. at the Bas Bleu Theatre. Hickenlooper will share his life story, from his ownership of a craft brewery in Denver to his successful foray into politics. This event will have limited access, so hurry and get free tickets at the Old Town Library while they last. There will be a signing of his new book “The Opposite of Woe” at 4:30 p.m. also at the Bas Bleu Theatre that is open to the public. The festival will be headlined by the panel “The Books that Made Me” at New see BOOKS on page 13 >>

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Proposition 107:

Monday, October 18, 2016

Ballot issue would bring back Colorado primary elections and allow unaffiliated voter participation By Dan DeHerrera @CSUCollegian

Colorado’s participation in future presidential elections is up for vote on this year’s ballot. Proposition 107 is a measure supporting the restoration of presidential primary elections in Colorado. Currently, Colorado runs on a caucus system which allows only registered affiliates of parties to vote. The caucus system differs from the primary system in a big way; voters must attend meetings in their precinct and congregate in groups sorted by candidate. During this process, delegates can attempt to sway voters to join their group before an official tally is counted. The candidate with the majority of voters wins.

The primary system, which Proposition 107 is would restore, is a simpler system, similar to the ballot system used in general elections. Voters choose a candidate on a secret ballot, and the candidate with the most votes wins. A key difference between the two systems is the involvement of independent or unaffiliated voters. In the caucus system, independent voters who are unaffiliated with either the Democratic or Republican parties have up to two months prior to the caucus to change their status, or risk being unable to vote for the party of their choice. The change to a primary system would not have those same restrictions, allowing undecided voters to cast a ballot in the

primaries for whomever they choose. According to the argument for Proposition 107 in Colorado’s guide for this year’s election, voters would be better served using a primary system. The argument for Proposition 107 revolves around the confusing nature of the caucus system, the inability for unaffiliated voters to participate and the protection of voter confidentiality. The reintroduction of the primary system would eliminate all three of these concerns. Arguments against the measure note that the ballot system introduced by primaries might result in confusion if unaffiliated parties vote for multiple candidates and skew election results. The argument against the

measure also notes a rise in cost to taxpayers, who would have to foot the bill if primary voting is reintroduced. Caucuses are funded by political parties, not the state, and the change would add several million dollars to the state’s budget every four years. A “yes” vote would restore the presidential primary elections, while a “no” would keep the current system in place. Proposition 107 is on the ballot November 8th. Mail in ballots were sent to voters beginning Oct. 17. Voter registration for mail in ballots has ended, but those who are unregistered can register and vote in person. Ballots are due by 7 p.m. Nov. 8. Dan DeHerrera can be reached at news@collegian.com

Larimer County Polling Centers in Fort Collins: Christ Center Community Church: 2700 S Lemay Ave. Colorado State University: Lory Student Center, North Ballroom Council Tree Covenant Church: 4825 S Lemay Ave. Courthouse-Carter Boyd: 200 W Oak Street, 1st Floor Drake Centre: 802 W Drake Ave. Elks Lodge: 1424 E Mulberry Ave.

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The Colorado State University tradition Cans Around the Oval collected a total of 41,670 pounds of food and raised $57,714 in additional funds for the Larimer County Food Bank during this year’s drive. The event collects non-perishable canned food items as well as monetary donations for the food bank. The collection event commemorated the 30th year of the fundraiser. The drive has collected and donated about 330,244 pounds of food over the years. Claire Andrues, a SLiCE student coordinator for the event majoring in interdisciplinary liberal arts explained the importance of this year’s collection. Andues said there is a need for a drive like Cans Around the Oval because it helps the community. “Often times, food insecurity is not visible to us,” Andrues said. “Our peers face it: our community members, the staff that work at the CSU campus, and community members off campus. So many of them face food insecurity, and we often just don’t know about it.” The food bank has served over 2.3 million meals with donations from the fundraiser, Andrues said. Andrues said the event allows for CSU students to get in-

volved with the campus to help others and raise awareness for the issue of food insecurity. “There isn’t another event where people bring boxes and boxes of cans and bags of money on the Oval on the administration steps and get to show their hard work,” Andrues said. The cans are taken to the Larimer County Food Bank after the fundraiser, where the cans are sorted and then immediately distributed to the community, Andrues said. All of the monetary donations go into fresh produce and meals programs; $1 donated is equivalent to 5 pounds of food. Andrues said the fundraiser began after one student saw that there were no other food drives in the area, and it continues because the problem of food insecurity persists on campus and in the community. “We like to celebrate 30 years, but we still recognize that we are still doing this.... it’s a CSU tradition and students look forward to it,” Andrues said. “The SLiCE office has student coordinators and volunteers that come out to do it, keeping the notion going that we still are facing food insecurity and hunger.” Andrues noted that even though it is a CSU event, anyone can come and donate cans and money to the fundraiser. Gabrielle Herrera, a student volunteer and senior majoring in psychology, volunteered for the event.

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“It’s important to give back in any way you can for the less fortunate,” Herrera said. “(It is) just great to participate in CSU activities and know that it’s going for a greater good.” Logan Crizer can be reached at news@collegian.com.

A man holds a New Era clipboard on the Plaza. PHOTO BY NATALIE DYER COLLEGIAN

New stadium receives trespassing reports By Erin Krigger @littleekrig

As construction of the on -campus stadium continues, project managers have been wary of trespassers on the active construction site. There have been several instances of trespassing, according to Daniel Loosbrock, the director of the stadium construction’s management firm, Icon Venue Group. “There have been some occurrences where specific individuals have actually jumped the fence or made their way into the site and have been caught,” Loosbrock said. Icon Venue Group has reported several incidents of trespassing into the fenced-off construction site. The site has 24-hour private security and is patrolled by three security guards. Since the fence around the construction was put up in May 2015, CSUPD has cited 15 people for trespassing on the new stadium site. 12 of these instances occurred in July and August of this year, said Kari Gonzales, the records manager

for CSUPD. The six cases reported by CSUPD happened in July through September of this year. An email was sent to the campus community by Vice President of Operations Lynn Johnson Sept. 14 reminding students that it is not acceptable to enter construction sites. This email was sent following CSUPD citing two people on Sept. 8 and one on Sept. 9 for trespassing. The synthetic turf field will be laid down beginning in early December, according to Loosbrock, and will be completed in either April or May 2017. “If there is anything that I can request, it is that students stay out of the site until they can come and see it, and I promise they won’t be disappointed,” Loosbrock said. Fred Haberecht, the director of safety for Facilities Management, said safety at the site is a main concern. He said he does not want students putting themselves at risk. “This is an active worksite, and concerns about the safety of the campus community is see REPORTS on page 9 >>

>> BERNIE from page 1 change the course of history (by electing the first woman president),” Colorado Sen. John Kefalas said while introducing Sanders. Sanders spoke on issues of student debt, the minimum wage, climate change and the criminal justice system. “We are old-fashioned, we actually believe in science,” Sanders said of Clinton and himself. Sanders said that the major global crisis facing America is climate change, and criticized the Republican party for ignoring the issue. “If we do not get our act together boldly, and aggressively … situation will likely become much, much worse,” Sanders said. He said things such as rising sea levels and increased international conflict will become problems if the U.S. does not aggressively transform its energy system. “No!” was heard from the audience. Sanders said that Trump, like many Republicans, believes climate change is a hoax and wants the country to be more dependent on fossil fuels. “He’s right- the Republican Party for the most part is very unwilling to face the facts and face the science (about climate change),” said Silje Hayes, natural resource recreation and tourism sophomore. “If people like Bernie and Hillary can make some change in that area, that would be amazing.” Sanders also spoke about an issue close to home for his audience: student debt. “Anybody here dealing with the issue of student debt?” Sanders asked the crowd, who responded with raised hands. He said that after his campaign, he and Clinton came together to agree upon making public universities tuition-free as part of her campaign platform. Her platform also includes refinancing student debt at lower interest rates. Sanders also called for major reform of the current criminal justice system. “Our criminal justice system is broken,” Sanders said. He said America has approximately 2.2 million people currently in jail, surpassing China, despite difference in population sizes. “As Americans, we should be ashamed,” Sanders said. He advocated for better jobs and education for young people instead of jails and incarceration. “(Young people are) tired of seeing videos of unarmed African Americans being shot and killed.” Sanders said the vast majority of police are honest and hardworking. He said that he and Clinton understand, however, that training for police officers is still necessary and that they are not exempt from the law.

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“If he or she breaks the law, that officer must be held accountable,” Sanders said. Sanders praised Clinton for her policy initiatives and stance on the supreme court. Sanders said Clinton told him to tell the audience that within 100 days of taking office, she would bring forth a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United, a supreme court decision to allow independent political expenditures by nonprofit corporations. He said she would not appoint a Supreme Court justice unless they would vote to overturn it as well. “Why is (the) issue (of Citizens United) enormously important?” Sanders asked. “We have a campaign finance system which is undermining American democracy. You must be concerned about the non-sexy issue of campaign finance.” Sanders advocated for a move to public funding of elections. He said he wants to see the highest voter turnout of any country on earth. If the billionaires are pouring money into campaigns, he said, voters would not have a fair shot. Sanders also blamed billionaires for avoiding taxes. Sanders said that Trump took only one day to show voters how corrupt the tax system is after Sanders had tried to demonstrate that for a year and half worth of his campaign. “Thank you, Donald Trump” Sanders said. “I have some bad news for Donald Trump: Not only will he lose the election, but he and his billionaire friends are going to start paying their fair share in taxes.” Sanders asked the audience to take a hard look at the economic proposals of both campaigns. “Minimum wage is a starvation wage,” Sanders said. He asked any Trump supporters in the audience to ask

themselves which candidate is going to raise minimum wage. Sanders said that Clinton understands that the minimum wage has to be raised. “Change, real change, never comes easy and never comes without real struggle,” Sanders said. He said Nov. 8 is a very important day. “I hope all of you understand that politics and political engagement does not end on election day,” Sanders said. He addressed highlights of the Clinton platform, such as equal pay for women, tuition free college, and combating climate

change, once more. “Nothing … is utopian. It is all absolutely doable,” Sanders said. “...(We want) an economy and a government that works for all of us, not just the few.” Sanders took to the crowd after he finished speaking. Some students remained in the ballroom after he left, while others entered for the first time due to the confusion over the time change. Students at the rally said the speech centered around issues most applicable to the audience. “It was definitely geared towards college students,” said McKenzie Lancaster, a social

“Sec. Clinton & I are old fashioned. We actually believe in science.” --@BernieSanders #BernieFoCo

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work graduate student. “(He spoke about things that) I feel like people maybe don’t know as much (about) … but (income disparity) is super relevant.” Ballots were mailed to Larimer County voters Monday. Residents can expect them in mailboxes as early as Wednesday. Ballots are due by 7 p.m. Nov. 8. Rachel Telljohn can be reached at news@collegian.com.

OPINION Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Rodenbaugh: Mandatory voting isn’t the answer to voter apathy Mikaela Rodenbaugh @mikarodenbaugh

Recently, I’ve heard from many voters and prospective voters that this election is making them feel that they have to choose the lesser of two evils. Simply put, many Americans find both candidate frontrunners off-putting; they do not see either one as a truly inspiring choice. Some of these voters respond by voting third party, for candidates like Jill Stein or Gary Johnson; some will launch protest votes, writing in names on the ballot; still others will just make a choice between frontrunners Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. But, overwhelmingly, another segment will just refuse to vote at all. As electorate frustration mounts, it has been suggested by some saddened by a lack of participation in the political system and many a political science class that maybe it’s time for

the U.S. to consider policies that would make voting compulsory. Proponents of this practice cite the immediate gratification of more voter participation, but a look below the surface of voter apathy shows that perhaps the problem was never really political apathy, but rather, contempt for the current political system. Many Americans, including college students, are very deliberate in their choice not to vote. (See Dan DeHerrara’s op-ed.) For some, it’s a matter of not feeling like their voices will be heard or that their votes matter. Others find themselves dismayed at the increasingly alienating cycle of contemporary politics. They don’t feel that many politicians are really representative of their priorities. One thing that is clear, though, is that not voting doesn’t mean not having political opinions. On the contrary, many apathetic would-be voters are actually really caring individuals who feel left out by the political process at large. For these people, adding in fines for not participating during elections like Australia has done since 1924 is

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not a solution as we move forward into our own 2016 election. Even after this, by the way, there is still a significant segment of the Australian population which does not pay any attention to how it votes--the people just do it to avoid the punishment. I’ll admit that in the past I have fallen into the category of people who are unendingly frustrated by the lack of voter turnout in the United States. As a teenager in AP U.S. Government class, I distinctly remember entertaining the idea of mandatory voting in a class debate. I view voting as a civic duty and a privilege and I will happily exercise my right to vote on Election Day this Nov. 8. But just because I believe in the system doesn’t mean that everyone is on the same page. For one thing, there is a significant section of America that either doesn’t understand, or doesn’t agree with, the Electoral College, the basis of our vote counting system in the U.S. Although the Electoral College was created for the purpose of preventing minority factions or masses from hav-

ing more say than majorities in its original implementation, I can understand why this may seem like an undemocratic ideal. Especially for those who live in a traditionally red state who vote blue, or a traditionally blue state that vote red, these systems can be the source of much turmoil in a modern political setting. And there is the undeniable problem of money in politics. At this point, I can understand the perspective of those who will abstain from the polls this year because they point out that the only real way to influence our political system is to have deep pockets. Once upon a time, I would have refuted this argument. I might have said that voting has made it so that the poor have a say just like the rich, but with laws that treat corporations like people, I no longer feel I can say in good conscience that money doesn’t directly influence our government on every level. I don’t support regulations that would make voting compulsory, but I sure as hell support those who are going out to the polls this year. I’ll be one of you,

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participating in a landmark election, exercising my hard-earned right (thank you, 19th Amendment) because my path forward seems clear. But for those of you who don’t participate in the vote this year, I vow I will no longer look at you and hate you for your choice. For those of you that are unable to make it to the polls due to a disability, or maybe because you didn’t register on time, I support you, and I hope in the future you will vote, and that we as a society will streamline our democratic process to make sure you have a voice. And even those of you who don’t really have an excuse not to vote other than that you just couldn’t figure out who to support this time, you didn’t see the election as a threat to your status quo, or you don’t think your vote really counts, I support you. I may not agree with you, but for the first time in my life, I see where you’re coming from. Mikaela Rodenbaugh can be reached at opinion@collegian.com

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SPORTS Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Little things slowing down CSU offense By Eric Wolf @Eric_Wolf5

Coming out of Saturday’s 28-23 loss, the narrative for the Colorado State Rams was finding a way to play for the whole 60 minutes. That message continued during Monday’s game week press conference. “(We have to) play at a high level for four quarters,” coach Mike Bobo said. “Sometimes we get confused when I say that, you might think that we are supposed to score every possession or we are supposed to get a stop every possession on defense. It’s just being more consistent and not having the lulls where we go a whole quarter and don’t convert a third down or defensively we go fourth straight possessions where they score four touchdowns. We can’t do that.”

“I believe we have guys that can win...”

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The moments were there for the CSU offense on Saturday night. In the frantic fourth quarter, the offense put up three scores and more than half of it’s offensive production for the entire game (200 yards), but once again, it’s the little things that are preventing the offense to go out and execute for four quarters in a football game. It’s not all about the Rams themselves, sometimes the other team, like Boise State Saturday night, executes better and wins one-on-one battles, but the challenge is to find the consistency needed to compete throughout a game. “I believe we have guys that can win the one on ones,” Bobo said. “We just have to win them on a more consistent basis to play a complete game. Complete game doesn’t mean you dominate, you make plays. We did not make enough plays in that ball game.” And it’s those little things that are holding the team back from playing that complete game. Whether it’s dropped passes on third downs or two point conversions, missing blocks on the backside that might turn two

yard runs into twenty yards runs, or even a running back making guys miss in the secondary, the opportunities are there to make plays, they just are not happening on a steady basis. “It’s simple execution of an assignment or doing your job, that’s making a play and sometimes making a play can turn into a big play,” Bobo said. Bobo pointed out Michael Gallup’s 53-yard touchdown catch in the fourth quarter as an example. Gallup’s simple assignment was to run the route and catch the football, once he did that, the Boise State safety overran the play, and Gallup was gone. But that play all comes down to what Gallup did first, catching the football. Or when running back Izzy Matthews had to make a diving four-yard catch with the Rams facing third-and-six from their own 29 down by 25. Quarterback Nick Stevens scrambled for three yards on the ensuing fourth down to keep the drive alive, but if Stevens delivered the ball where Matthews could have made a play on it, Bobo said that Matthews could have presumably taken it for 40 yards. Those kind of plays kept the Rams comeback alive in the fourth quarter, but it was the inability to make those plays that put the team in such a whole. see OFFENSE on page 9 >>

Colorado State quarterback Nick Stevens converses with head coach Mike Bobo during a game last season. FILE PHOTO. COLLEGIAN

SPORTS Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Michael: Despite controversy, Rams can build off loss to Boise State JUSTIN MICHAEL @JustinTMichael

Colorado State’s matchup with Boise State Saturday night had to be one of the strangest football games I have ever seen. Between Hayden Hunt’s back-to-back successful onside kicks, the CSU offense seemingly turning on with a flip of the switch in the fourth quarter, or the lateral play that ultimately ended the game, that contest was a rollercoaster of emotions for Ram fans. Legitimately, CSU outplayed Boise State in every quarter except the third, where the Broncos looked like the offensive juggernaut that we have seen all season. Broncos running back Jeremy McNichols finished the evening with 200 rushing yards, but over 50 percent of that came in the third quarter and was drastically skewed by an 80-yard touchdown run. The reality is the Rams’ defense played a pretty excellent game against one of the best offenses in the nation, and if it were not for the third quarter meltdown where CSU gave up three scores, this likely would have been the first victory over the Broncos in school history. Even the offense, which struggled to put points on the board, did an excellent job keeping the Broncos off balance with the run game and not turning the football over. Where the Rams really hurt themselves was on third down. CSU converted just 3 of 14 third down opportunities, compared to Boise State, who converted on 9 of 16 opportunities. Drive after drive, the Rams would get a little mojo going with the run game, but when third down rolled around, their inability to sustain drives resulted in a lot of missed opportunities to build a lead, despite the defense holding Boise to just seven points in the first half. The biggest reason CSU struggled to sustain drives and convert on third down was the lack of rhythm in the passing game. It is very clear that this offense has lacked a passing threat since Colin Hill went down with an ACL injury and Nick Stevens is going to have to find a way to

Boise State wide receiver Thomas Sperbeck (82) catches a long pass while defended by Colorado State linebacker Tre Thomas (52) in the first quarter Saturday, Oct. 15, at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. PHOTO BY DARIN OSWALD. IDAHO STATESMAN.

hit receivers down field to open up the offense in the second half of the season. Stevens has a great football IQ and his decision making has been solid since returning to the role of starting QB. Stevens is not going to make the dumb throw that loses a team the game, but he also probably is not going to be the guy that elevates you to the next level either. He has the skill set and talent around him to succeed, but if CSU continues to run this vanilla passing attack, the offense is going to continue to struggle to score. Stevens does not need to be John Elway on the field, playing hero ball and trying to do everything. All he needs to do is improve his third down efficiency and be more consistent with his delivery and this offense has already has the run game to produce points. Looking at the way Stevens commanded the huddle and led

the team down the field for multiple scoring drives in the fourth was a testament to his leadership. If Stevens completed the comeback, it would have been one of the most epic rallies in college football history, but if the Rams could have played a complete game, they would have put a lot less pressure on themselves in the first place and an excellent game would not have been left in the hands of the officials. Down five and looking to take the lead, CSU got the ball back at their own 27-yard line with 15 seconds remaining in the game and no timeouts left. Stevens then dropped back and hit wide receiver Michael Gallup, who advanced the ball to the 32-yard line before pitching it to Robert Ruiz. After a couple of missed tackles the ball appeared to be fumbled out of bounds at midfield with about four seconds remaining. After reviewing the play, the

officials ruled that the ball was illegally lateraled forward before going out of bounds, resulting in a loss of down and a 10-second runoff, ending the game. Looking at the play repeatedly, it is tough to determine whether the ball was pitched forward or parallel, but the Mountain West has backed the official’s ruling. My biggest issue with the call was the the play was ruled a fumble on the field and video replay did not definitively prove that a forward lateral occurred on the play. Even worse, the official came out and mumbled through his ruling, leaving everyone confused on what had just taken place. For years we have seen inconsistencies from the officials and general incompetence out of the Mountain West, so when something like this takes place, it is tough to really trust those who hold the power in making the final decision. Would the

Rams have completed the comeback? We will never know, because the game was ended with a subjective ruling. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth knowing that the Rams fought all the way back, just to lose in heartbreaking fashion. That being said, there are a lot of positives to be taken away from Saturday night. The Rams could have been content with laying down and letting the Broncos turn the game into a blowout after the third, but they showed for a second consecutive week that they are going to bring the fight until the last whistle blows and that is all you can ask for in a football team. Beating Boise State would have been monumental for this program, but there is still work to be done and goals to be achieved. After the last two weeks, I am not counting them out of any fight. Justin Michael can be reached at sports@collegian.com

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>> BIG 12 from page 1 moment in time to undertake expansion and we came to a conclusion that that was not the right thing to do at this time,” Boren said during the press conference. “The decision was unanimous, all the schools (Big 12 members) participated very actively in the decision,” Boren said. “Once that decision was made, once that we decided that this issue would no longer stay on the agenda, we decide to move on.” Boren described that meeting as thoughtful and candid” and that it showed “a great deal of strength and unity within the conference. The strength within the conference was one thing that the two conference officials used numerous times throughout the press conference to explain why

>> REPORTS from page 4 the reason why we have fences,” Haberecht said. Both Hughes Stadium and the new on-campus stadium fall within Colorado State University property, which means tresspassing is handled and charged by CSUPD. CSUPD does not keep track of whether the trespassing was committed by students or by other people in the community. Trespassing at Hughes Stadium has not historically been a big problem. “Only one ticket has been issued since January, with 10 verbal warnings,” wrote Dell Rae Ciaravola, senior communication coordinator for CSU media relations, in an email to the Collegian. These numbers include tresspassing cases on the grounds of Hughes, not just those inside the stadium. Re>> OFFENSE from page 7 The team finished the game 3-for-14 on third down, and at one point, punted on seven straight possessions. “What they were told as an offense is that if they played for sixty minutes they would win the game,” offensive coordinator Will Friend said. “We dug ourselves too big of a whole in the third quarter. That was a frustrating, very disappointing game the way the third quarter was played out.” The CSU offense made enough plays in the rain drenched first half to keep the game competitive, but once the skies cleared up in the second half, they were unable to make any plays to get in a rhythm and extend drives. “It’s not effort,” Friend said about the not being able to make necessary plays in the game. “I’ll be the first to say I usually raise hell about effort but it hasn’t

expansion was not undertaken right now. For now, the conference is looking internally instead of externally to determine how to strengthen the conference, and Bowlsby said that while “we had a bunch of good schools involved, in the end we felt that what we had was pretty good.” Boren said the conference was pursuing “technological changes” that could improve the conference without expansion, and that while the conference was pursuing a TV network of its own, like the BIG Ten conference or the PAC-12 conference, the marketplace made the decision that now would not be the time for that network. Bowlsby said that the conference as a whole went through an extensive data analysis on expansion, coupled with the “local

The on-campus stadium, currently under construction, has been trespassed upon several times. PHOTO BY ABBIE PARR COLLEGIAN

ports of trespassing were lower overall in both 2014 and 2015, Ciaravola said. Erin Krigger can be reached news@collegian.com. been about effort. It’s been doing the little things in the games we have won and that we have lost. You are not going to score every drive but, heck, you’d like to be able to get a couple first downs.” The opportunities were there to extend drives and make the plays to keep this team in the ballgame, instead of having to make a flurry of them in the final ten minutes to make it competitive. Competitive is good, and the coaches will take that, but still, they are not demanding perfection. Perfection is not possible, but making routine plays and executing at a high enough level for all four quarters is. “There has to be a happy medium in there for us to finish ball games and win and play complete game,” Bobo said. Eric Wolf can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

elements” that specific University presidents of the Big 12 conference put a priority on. “Our 10 Presidents came together in unity and came to the conclusion and that was that we like the competition that we have, we like playing a full round robin, we are glad we added an expansion game,” Bowlsby said during the press conference. Noting the conference’s success in multiple sports such as Men’s and Women’s basketball, as well as baseball, Bowlsby said that this decision was not solely based on football. “We do a very good job of competing at the highest level (across all sports),” he said. “There’s a lot to celebrate. I think the decision in part was a celebration of what we had.” As far as the individuals schools that made their pitch to

join the conference? “The decision really didn’t have very much to do with the individual elements of those institutions,” Bowlsby said. “They all have their own strengths and weaknesses obviously as all of our members do. This was really about defense of our model.” “We feel a deep gratitude for those colleges and universities that have indicated interest in being a part of the Big 12,” Boren said. “While we have made a decision, they are quality universities. Quality both in academic terms and athletic terms, and while we have made a decision that right now, it’s the best for us to stay where we are, we do very much appreciate their interest.” CSU President Tony Frank, a key figure in CSU’s bid for the school’s inclusion in the conference made his own statement

after the news broke on Monday. “We appreciate and respect the Big Xll’s process for considering expansion and know that this is a decision they have looked at thoroughly,” Frank said. “We feel good about the case we made, as an excellent academic institution (and) with an athletic department of the highest integrity on the rise in the fields, courts, and classrooms. In the end, our commitment to excellence in all we do remains steadfast and unwavering. We remain confident in this direction, are proud of where we are now, and excited about the future.” About the future of the conference’s expansion, Boren said that he would never say never, but as of right now, “it’s off the agenda.” Eric Wolf can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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University Percussion Ensemble keeps the beat at UCA concert By Mckenzie Moore @mkenziemoore172

The percussion ensembles at Colorado State University performed a two-hour show at Griffin Hall in the University Center for the Arts Monday. The performance featured ensembles ranging from more than ten students to only two. Eric Hollenbeck, the director of the CSU Percussion Ensemble for 14 years, expressed his excitement for the coming year. “Every semester, I look forward to seeing how the freshmen develop,” Hollenbeck said. “The music we play is very eclectic and has some extreme variety both in instrumentation and style. Being a percussionist requires a lot of different skill sets that this ensemble and the music we play prepares the students for.” He said that although the variety poses the biggest challenge, it is also the best part of participating in a percussion ensemble. The students involved in the ensemble agree that the skills acquired are invaluable. “This ensemble is the one where I feel like we grow the most musically because we play a lot of really recent pieces that push the limits, and those skills can transfer over to the rest of our lives as well,” said Tim Sanchez, a percussion ensemble member. He recalled feeling happy with the night’s performance. “It’s always great to put out a good performance after working on it for months, and then standing on stage and realizing this is what I want to do for the rest of my life,” Sanchez said. Matt Brown, a CSU fourthyear student, spent time after the performance to joke around with the rest of the ensemble on stage. He said that the interaction is his favorite part of being a part of the ensemble. “Learning and growing together, creating music and then sharing all of that with the audience is definitely the best part,” Brown said. Another percussion ensemble senior, Jose Campuzano, agrees that the camaraderie in the group is undeniable. “We all learn and fix certain tendencies as a group,” Campuzano said. “And, we get to know

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The CSU Percussion Ensemble performs “Bonham” by Christopher Rouse. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRIS NADEAU

each other really well.” Both seniors felt nervous backstage after a rocky dress rehearsal but were pleased with the final performance. The first groups to perform were the Gold, Green, and Ram Pan Bands who played an assortment of steel drums. Steel drums originate from Trinidad and are beaten down into concave grooves to produce different notes, which makes the drum a very precise instrument that requires a great deal of dexterity. The three steel drum ensembles performed both lively and peaceful arrangements of popular songs, notably including “Shape of My Heart” by Sting. The performers bobbed in time with the music, using head nods to stay in unison with each other. They also featured a drum set behind the steel drums to add another rhythmic line to the music and liven up the performance. After a brief intermission to rearrange the instruments on stage, four members of the percussion ensemble took to marimbas for a performance of “Omphalo Centric Lecture” by Nigel Westlake. Then, two students, Joe Jones and Chris Nadeau, played “What Universe” by Brandon Nelson on an assortment of instruments. After that, three students

played “Ohko” by Iannia Xenakis, a primal-sounding piece with heavy bass. Then, a larger group of students gathered on stage for “Kyoto” by John Psathas, which involved a variety of percussion instruments and the innovative use of a strings bow on the wooden bars of a marimba. Finally, the largest group came on stage for a performance of “Bonham” by Christopher Rouse, which used a wide assortment of drums at different pitches for a loud and rapid series of rhythms to close the concert. The group all wore different brightly-colored dress shirts and played a wide variety of different instruments and styles, but after the show ended and the audience left the hall, everyone gathered on stage to exchange hugs and inside jokes, re-affirming the fact that they are a big group of like-minded musicians and friends in the end. The percussion ensemble performs only once in the fall, due to conflicts with marching band season for the many members who also perform with the drum line. However, the group will perform twice in the spring, further showcasing their talents and the variety of music they play with ever-developing skill. Mckenzie Moore can be reached at news@collegian.com

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ARTS & CULTURE Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Kings of Leon brings energetic ballads on new album ‘WALLS’ By Megan Hanner @meganhanner48

Typically known for their Southern rock sound, alternative rock band Kings of Leon released their seventh album “WALLS” on Oct. 14 following their 2013 album “Mechanical Bull.” Kings of Leon showcase a pop and radio-friendly side of their style in the ten-track album. “The Walls Come Down” was the main theme Kings of Leon used to tease the album. A lot can be said about the album just by the title. “WALLS” is an acronym that stands for “We Are Like Love Songs.” In an album that is full of energetic ballads, this is an appropriate title to set up the energy the album seeks to bring to the listener. “WALLS” includes many songs that are very pleasing. “Waste a Moment” does a wonderful job of introducing the album with upbeat guitar and a fast bass riff that sounds very much like Kings of Leon songs from the past. Inspirational lyrics advise the listener to “take the time to waste a moment.” Although “Waste a Moment” is upbeat, it does not quite have the indie-pop feel like “Reverend,” “Around the World” and “Find Me.” These tracks stand out for their catchy and energetic sound, and are the best examples of the sound Kings of Leon are heading towards. These songs are nothing like the rock sound of the band’s past singles, yet they bring a refreshing energy to an otherwise bland album. The first four tracks are simply great. “Eyes on You,” the eighth track, may be the best song on “WALLS.” Not only is the song among one of the more upbeat tracks, but the instrumentals are also fantastic. One particular part of the song has the best guitar riff, unlike any other on “WALLS.” Although the album includes some great songs, other tracks on “WALLS” are unremarkable and forgettable. “Over,” the fifth song on the album, is a prime example. The song drags on for six minutes with lamenting and repetitive lyrics begging a significant other with lines like, “Don’t say it’s over anymore.” Six minutes is simply too long for this particular tune. “Muchacho” is the sixth song on “WALLS,” and is probably the worst song on the album. With a Latin vibe that is just plain boring, this song also seems to drag

on and on. “Muchacho” simply falls away compared to the rest of the album. “Conversation Piece,” the seventh track, is another song that is easy to forget. Other songs on the album fall between alright and forgettable. “Wild,” the ninth track, presents the listener with an overall happy vibe with instrumentals that reflect it, but at the same time is a track that seems skippable. The title track, “WALLS,” ends the album with a quite beautiful union of acoustic guitar and piano that leaves the listener with a melancholy feeling, but it is a really nice breakup song overall.

Typically known for their southern rock sound, alternative rock band Kings of Leon released their seventh album ‘WALLS’ on Oct. 14 following their 2013 album ‘Mechanical Bull.

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Kings of Leon released their first album, “Youth & Young Manhood,” in 2003. Thirteen years is a long time to be in the spotlight. Bands go through changes; this isn’t a new trend. However, Kings of Leon have proven themselves in the past to be different from the mainstream and have displayed their unique sound many times over. In the end, music is about preference. Some Kings of Leon fans will dig this new album, others may not and some may be in between. “WALLS” shows that Kings of Leon are indeed a band capable of change. Whether it is a good change is up for debate. According to the band’s website, Kings of Leon will be playing at the 1stBank Center Jan. 25 in Broomfield. This concert will be one of many stops during the new “WALLS” tour. Megan Hanner can be reached at news@collegian.com

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Things on campus that would be a better President than our current candidates By Miranda Moses @mirandasrad

From dogs in tutus to freespeech walls, it’s no secret that CSU’s campus has been a mecca of political activity since the fall semester started. Every student who has ever set foot on campus has encountered the infamous “voting people” encouraging them to register to vote at their current address. Even for students who aren’t lying when they brush these people off with a “yes, yes I’m registered” on their way to the LSC to get some Spoons, this election is putting students in a bind. Many find themselves not particularly leaning towards one candidate or another, or hating both candidates altogether. Whether students like this decide to vote for a third party candidate or simply to vote for which candidate they think sucks least between Trump and Hillary, they’ll always have lists and lists of people in the back of their head that they think would have made this political race less

of a train wreck. My personal list includes Ellen DeGeneres, 2-Chainz, Whoopi Goldberg and others, but I have compiled a list of campus-specific things I would rather vote for than the current political candidates in hopes of helping these students realize they are not alone: A Corbett Dining Hall burrito If dining hall burritos are anything, they are reliable. Sure, some days they may be a little dry and make your stomach hurt and disappoint you a little, but that’s politics. Tony Frank’s beard If we’re going to have a President that is going to follow the suave, cool, weed-smoking, basketball-playing Obama, the only thing on campus that truly competes is President of CSU Tony Frank’s beard. Also, since it’s attached to a president, the beard has observed the ins and outs of leadership already. Why not just put Tony Frank on this list instead of his beard? Something tells me this tuition increase thing would not go over well with voters.

“Whether students like this decide to vote for a third party candidate or simply to vote for which candidate they think sucks least between Trump and Hillary, they’ll always have lists and lists of people in the back of their head that they think would have made this political race less of a train wreck.” All the bus drivers The bus drivers know how to deal with a lot of people’s junk all day. From dealing with rude passengers and keeping wallets safe that people leave on the bus

to making sure passengers with disabilities are accommodated and get seating, the bus drivers that get us to and from school compiled together would make one of the most compassionate, hardworking Presidents of all time. Their stances on issues aren’t bad either. My personal favorite bus driver loves to wish everyone a great morning when we get off the bus and set foot onto campus, telling us, “Live every day likes it’s your last! AND DON’T USE TOBACCO PRODUCTS.” Panda Express If America smelled half as good as Panda Express smells, something’s going right. That cat I keep seeing on a leash First of all, why is this cat on a leash? From far away, it looks like a very small dog, but once I get close up to it, I keep realizing that it is, in fact, a cat, and I get confused all over again. And, with that, the humility of this cat, for one, is something to take note of. Also, I get the

sense that this cat actually does have humility and knows he looks silly in that leash, unlike the way Trump sports his combover. Also, I’d like to point out the cat’s bravery, because campus is a dog’s world, and the cat still accompanies its owner despite that. Furthermore, this cat doesn’t even know what emailing is, probably, so we’re good there. Mel from Spoons Melody Liddel 2016. Many students have encountered Mel in the delicate days of freshman year at Allison Hall’s Spoons, and her impression is imprinted on them until the day they graduate. Her efforts to give students a space to just come eat bread and talk to her about their lives has earned her invitations to students’ weddings and letters sent to her long after their graduation dates. If Mel were President, there would be no wars—only soup and Cupcake Fridays. Miranda Moses can be reached at news@collegian.com

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>> BOOKS from page 3 my Horst Dornbusch, a world renowned brewing expert and author, and Fort Collins writers Mark Pendergrast and Katrina Roberts. Katie Auman, FoCo Book Fest promoter and planner, said this panel will be about influential books. “It will be a nice blend of different ideas and really a celebration of the books that influence us throughout our lives,” Auman said. Another panel will be “The Muses: Beverages that Inspire Writing” at the Downtown Artery. Local writers, lead by CSU English professor Camille Dungy, will delve into their sources of creativity and the drinks which stir them up. Throughout the day, there will be presentations at Wolverine Farm and New Belgium Brewery covering brewing practices and issues. Industry professionals will discuss the ethics of brewing as it relates to water conservation and fair trade, as well as malting and wood infusing techniques. Stop by Happy Lucky’s Teahouse in the morning to write some haikus while sampling their global tea collection. Later, learn how to brew a nice cup of Kombucha tea for your-

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self. Then, walk over to Bean Cycle Roasters for some coffee brewing demos. There will be book signings at Old Firehouse Books and other venues at all times of the day. Look through the list of featured writers on the FoCo Book Fest website to see which local writers you want to go visit. Interactive writing workshops will be ongoing throughout the day for avid writers or anyone interested in improving their writing skills. Held by local professionals and CSU’s own Camilla Dungy, these workshops are free but limited. Some of the workshops require pre-registration, so check the FoCo Book Fest schedule online beforehand. Brewing expert Horst Dornbusch will host his own panel titled “Beer, Books, and What Makes us Human” at the Downtown Artery. In it, Dornbusch will talk about what he enjoys in life and also about how beverages stretch across different cultural lines, according to Auman. The festival will also have its own beverages. New Belgium, The Bean Cycle and Happy Lucky’s will all create their own limited edition beer, coffee and

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tea just for the occasion. These custom brews will be in high demand and short supply, so get them while they last. Fort Collins is a culture with its own stories, and the FoCo Book Fest is a celebration of those stories. Auman said she wants it to be an engaging opportunity for

people from all sorts of backgrounds to come and intersect with each other. In combining both the local literary and brewing spheres, it will “try to encompass a lot of what our community is passionate about,” said Auman. There is going to be something for everyone at the FoCo

Book Fest. Be you a brewing enthusiast, a poet or just someone who loves Kombucha, you will be guaranteed to see something you are passionate about. Matthew Smith can be reached at entertainment. collegian.com.

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Millennials aren’t big spenders or risk takers, and that’s going to reshape the economy By Don Lee

Tribune Washington Bureau

They’re known for bouncing around jobs, delaying marriage and holing up in their parents’ basements. Dubbed recently as the “children of the Great Recession” by Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, millennials are the best educated and most diverse population of young people in U.S. history. They are also perhaps the most coddled, some would say spoiled. As they emerge this year as the United States’ largest demographic group _ some 75 million strong _ millennials are taking up the mantle as the most impactful generation since the baby boomers. Their influence has started slowly, due largely to the economic instability that has left many struggling to find good-paying jobs and saddled with staggering student loan debt. But millennials _ adults under 35 _ are certain to shape the economy for decades to come. And their coming of age in the midst of the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression has bred distinct traits that could pose special challenges for the nation’s future growth and prosperity. For starters, millennials are not big spenders, at least not in the traditional sense. Millennials tend to prefer experiences over buying things and accumulating stuff. To them, an impressive selfie capturing a memorable moment is, in some sense, as enviable as a new car or fancy watch was to their parents. Neil Howe, an economist and demographer who coined the term “millennials” with co-author William Strauss, sees it as part of a redefining of American conspicuous consumption. Instead of material wealth, millennials show off through their travels, hobbies and even meals, which get photographed and posted on Facebook, Instagram and other social media. “If you’re a foodie, you can go out and have some incredible dining experience, and then you can curate it almost as if it were a thing,” Howe said. Millennials are one reason restaurants have been doing well _ and hiring so many workers. Dominick Ardis, 29, typifies his generation. In between jobs this year, the Tallahassee, Fla., resident scrounged money from family and friends so he could

immerse himself in Hebrew studies this summer at Middlebury College in Vermont. Last year it was the art of glass-blowing. And before that he was getting voice lessons. “Music is such an emotional and experiential event,” he said. Ardis is interested in his career and making money, too. It’s just that he’s got other things on his mind, like taking a trip to Cuba next year. Such priorities may well give Ardis and his fellow millennials a more fulfilling, well-balanced life than, say, workaholic boomers. But that may not be great for a U.S. economy driven by consumer spending, which accounts for two-thirds of the nation’s gross domestic product. Young Americans are unusually optimistic, which could propel purchases _ and economic growth _ as their disposable income increases. But they’re still not likely to have as much left over because so much is going for skyrocketing rents and education expenses. The low home-buying rate of young adults already has been a big factor in the slow housing market. The homeownership rate for those under 35 slipped to a low of 34 percent this year, compared with around 40 percent for young adults in the prior three decades. And people today are getting married and having children later, which will weigh on home sales in the future. “I don’t believe they’re going to catch up,” said John Burns, an Irvine, Calif.-based national real estate consultant. Like other millennials, Summer Lollie is keenly interested in having her own place. She wants something close to her parents’ two-story, four-bedroom house in the Dallas suburb of Mesquite where she grew up and currently lives, she says. But the 27-yearold community organizer can’t imagine how she will be able to save up for a down payment and afford a mortgage. While Lollie’s parents never finished college, she graduated from Washington and Lee University, a well-regarded school in Lexington, Va. But with more than $35,000 in student debt and a car loan to boot, she has struggled to make ends meet. She moved back with Mom and Dad in April 2015, paying a little rent to them. There’s more than economics behind the living-at-home phenomenon, however. Lollie doesn’t mind the arrangement at all because she likes being with

her parents _ something more common among millennials than people of their age in previous generations. Experts think that reflects their protective upbringing and more-frequent exchanges, thanks in part to the rise of texting and social media. “I have loving parents here,” Lollie said. Another key difference with their predecessors, particularly Generation X, is that millennials are not big risk takers. That seems especially true when it comes to starting businesses. The rate of new startups is higher today than 10 or 20 years ago for every major age group _ except those between 20 and 34 years old, according to the Kauffman Foundation’s latest annual study of entrepreneurship. The result is that the composition of new business formation, already turning grayer with the aging of baby boomers, has shifted even more sharply to older adults in recent years. Two decades ago, a little more than 34 percent of all new entrepreneurs in the U.S. were younger than 34 years old. Today it’s just 25 percent. “This could be really troubling,” says Arnobio Moreli, a senior research analyst at Kauffman. Startups represent dynamism in the economy. New and young businesses have long created the bulk of new jobs in America, and are critical for productivity growth, too. Moreli believes some wouldbe entrepreneurs are being held back by their heavy student debt load. Nonetheless, he finds it puzzling that there seems to be relatively less entrepreneurial zeal among millennials, particularly since they grew up in an era when people like Facebook founder and millennial Mark Zuckerberg, 32, have been celebrated in business schools and popular culture. In fact, however, there’s evidence that young adults today would rather work for big companies than take their chances at budding firms or in their own garages. Compared to boomers, millennials are more interested in having the same job through most of their life, says Jean Twenge, a San Diego State University psychologist and author of “Generation Me.” Their relative risk-aversion may have something to do with the protective environment that parents and schools created for millennials, emphasizing see MILLENNIALS on page 16 >>

Daily Horoscope Nancy Black

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(10/18/16). Organize and share with supporters. Pour energy into your passions. Changes between friends this spring come before your work and health blossoms. Switch game strategies next autumn, before a team effort hits it big. Together, you make magic. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — 7

— Intellectual exercises reveal the answers today and tomorrow. You’re especially clever, and words come easily. Take good notes, and file them. You may need them later. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — 7 — Things may not go as expected. Something doesn’t work. Don’t worry about money. You can get what you need. Relax and stay in communication with your team. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — 8 — Seek out innovative solutions. Avoid time-sucking arguments; bring your social skills and graciousness to bear. Take advantage of confidence today and tomorrow. CANCER (June 21-July 22) — 5 — Slow down and consider your options. Make plans and preparations. Clean, sort and organize. Do laundry. Take time to hang out with family and friends. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — 8 — Pull together with your team over the next two days. Moderate a disagreement. Resolve for mutual benefit. Reassure someone.

Ideas spark in conversation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — 8 —

Professional opportunities arise today and tomorrow. A possible conflict between home and your career could stall things. Balance responsibilities. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — 7 — Take off for adventure. Study and exploration inspire you over the next two days. Plan your route in advance, and watch your steps. Somehow the money comes. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — 7 — Research purchases carefully. Invest in the highest quality, without wasting money on stuff you don’t need. Work with your partner to make financial decisions today and tomorrow. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — 7 — Find ways to build bridges today and tomorrow. Forge and renew partnerships. Give up something for the benefit of another. Get in tune with each other. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — 8 — Stretch before you really get moving. The pace quickens over the next two days. Allow yourself more quiet solo time, to balance increased work. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — 7 — Make time to play with family and friends. Avoid provoking jealousies; listen before you speak. Relax and find out what’s going on. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) — 7 — Changes outside can stir things up at home. Make an upgrade to improve comfort and functionality. Family matters have your attention over the next few days.

COLLEGIAN.COM Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle

Across 1 With 66-Across, crisp serving with pâté 6 Gush forth 10 Australian gem 14 Mountains between Europe and Asia 15 Singer Guthrie 16 Bring on board, workwise 17 Enjoy to the max 18 Mug for the camera 20 Govt. assistance program 21 “Holy smokes!” 22 Hot spot 23 Pitch in 27 Battery post 29 Aggressive poker words 30 Some iTunes downloads, briefly 32 Queen __ 33 Road problem needing patching 36 Catcher’s protection 37 Do the slightest thing 39 Aware of 41 Voice of Carl Fredricksen in “Up” 42 “What’s up, __?” 43 iPhone, e.g., briefly

44 HOW THIS IS TYPED 48 Shoulder wrap 50 What the winning quarterback may do as time runs out 53 Contemptible sort 55 Prosecutors, for short 56 Seine season 57 Theatrical “Good luck!” 59 “Really, bro?!” 61 Was sorry for 62 Grand soirée 63 Super Bowl party bowlful 64 Chianti and cabernet 65 Paradise 66 See 1-Across Down 1 Granola kin 2 Error remover 3 Rita Moreno or Gloria Estefan 4 __-ray Disc 5 Snake that bit Cleopatra 6 South Pacific island nation 7 Shrimp kin 8 Fraternal club member 9 Misfortunes 10 “Terrific ... not!” 11 Lounge with keyboard music 12 Video game spots

13 Dixie general 19 Remote batteries 21 Stimulated, as one’s appetite 24 Scoop up, as salsa with a chip 25 Starting on 26 Meat markets 28 Cry of fright 31 Cents 34 Attacked 35 All __ sudden 36 Pfizer rival 37 Plant that is poisonous to livestock 38 Rowlands of “The Notebook” 39 Crooks may have fake ones 40 “You lie!” 43 Company car, e.g. 45 Lack of vim and vigor 46 Colorful flower parts 47 “Caught that movie last week” 49 Detectives follow them 51 Singer with the albums “19,” “21” and “25” 52 Sotomayor colleague 54 Senate aide 57 “I’m freezing!” 58 Young fellow 59 Fake it 60 “__ goes there?” Yesterday’s solution

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